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least 87 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) number. How-
ever, you may use unleaded gasoline with an
octane rating as low as 85 AKI (Anti-Knock Index)
number in high altitude areas [over 4,000 ft
(1,219 m)] such as: Colorado, Montana, New
Mexico, Utah, Wyoming, northeastern Nevada,
southern Idaho, western South Dakota, western
Nebraska, and the part of Texas which is directly
south of New Mexico.
Using unleaded gasoline with an octane
rating lower than stated above can cause
persistent, heavy “spark knock.” (“Spark
knock” is a metallic rapping noise.) If se-
vere, this can lead to engine damage. If you
detect a persistent heavy spark knock even
when using gasoline of the stated octane
rating, or if you hear steady spark knock
while holding a steady speed on level
roads, have a NISSAN dealer correct the
condition. Failure to correct the condition
is misuse of the vehicle, for which NISSAN
is not responsible.
Incorrect ignition timing may result in spark
knock, after-run and/or overheating, which may
cause excessive fuel consumption or engine
damage. If any of the above symptoms are en-
countered, have your vehicle checked at a
NISSAN dealer.However, now and then you may notice
light spark knock for a short time while
accelerating or driving up hills. This is not a
cause for concern, because you get the
greatest fuel benefit when there is light
spark knock for a short time under heavy
engine load.
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Use the following steps to mount the front license
plate:
Before mounting the license plate, confirm that
the following parts are enclosed in the plastic
bag:
cLicense plate bracket
cLicense plate bracket screws x 2
cLicense plate screws x 2
cScrew grommets x 2
1. Make a shallow hole in the bumper fascia at
the location marks (small dimples) using a
0.39 in (10 mm) drill. To avoid damaging the
area behind the fascia, apply only light pres-
sure to the drill.
2. Insert the grommets into the holes in the
bumper fascia.
3. Insert a small flat-bladed screwdriver into
the grommet hole to turn the threaded part of
the grommet 90°.
4. Mount the license plate bracket using the
two longer screws.
5. Use the two shorter hex head screws to
mount the license plate to the license plate
bracket.WARNING
cIt is extremely dangerous to ride in a
cargo area inside a vehicle. In a colli-
sion, people riding in these areas are
more likely to be seriously injured or
killed.
cDo not allow people to ride in any area
of your vehicle that is not equipped with
seats and seat belts.
cBe sure everyone in your vehicle is in a
seat and using a seat belt properly.
TERMS
It is important to familiarize yourself with the fol-
lowing terms before loading your vehicle:
cCurb Weight (actual weight of your vehicle)
- vehicle weight including: standard and op-
tional equipment, fluids, emergency tools,
and spare tire assembly. This weightdoes
notinclude passengers and cargo.
cGVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) - curb weight
plus the combined weight of passengers
and cargo.
cGVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) -
maximum total weight (load) limit specified
for the vehicle.cGAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) - maxi-
mum weight (load) limit specified for the
front or rear axle.
VEHICLE LOAD CAPACITY
Do not exceed the load limit of your vehicle
shown as9The combined weight of occupants
and cargo9on the Tire and Loading Information
label. Do not exceed the number of occupants
shown as9Seating Capacity9on Tire and Loading
Information label.
To get9the combined weight of occupants and
cargo9, add the weight of all occupants, then add
the total luggage weight. Examples are shown
below.
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cDo not modify the vehicle exhaust sys-
tem, brake system, etc. to install a
trailer hitch.
cTo reduce the possibility of additional
damage if your vehicle is struck from
the rear, where practical, remove the
hitch and/or receiver when not in use.
cAfter the hitch is removed, seal the bolt
holes to prevent exhaust fumes, water
or dust from entering the passenger
compartment.
cRegularly check that all trailer hitch
mounting bolts are securely mounted.
Tire pressures
cWhen towing a trailer, inflate the vehicle tires
to the recommended cold tire pressure indi-
cated on the tire placard.
cTrailer tire condition, size, load rating and
proper inflation pressure should be in accor-
dance with the trailer and tire manufacturer’s
specifications.
Safety chains
Always use suitable safety chains between your
vehicle and the trailer. The safety chains should
be crossed and should be attached to the hitch,not to the vehicle bumper or axle. Be sure to leave
enough slack in the chains to permit turning
corners.
Trailer lights
Trailer lights should comply with federal and/or
local regulations. A genuine NISSAN trailer tow
harness is available from your NISSAN dealer.
Trailer brakes
If your trailer is equipped with a braking system,
make sure it conforms to federal and/or local
regulations and that it is properly installed.
WARNING
Never connect a trailer brake system di-
rectly to the vehicle brake system.
Pre-towing tips
cBe certain your vehicle maintains a level
position when a loaded and/or unloaded
trailer is hitched. Do not drive the vehicle if it
has an abnormal nose-up or nose-down
condition; check for improper tongue load,
overload, worn suspension or other possible
causes of either condition.
cAlways secure items in the trailer to prevent
load shift while driving.cBe certain your rearview mirrors conform to
all federal, state or local regulations. If not,
install any mirrors required for towing before
driving the vehicle.
Trailer towing tips
In order to gain skill and an understanding of the
vehicle’s behavior, you should practice turning,
stopping and backing up in an area which is free
from traffic. Steering stability and braking perfor-
mance will be somewhat different than under
normal driving conditions.
cAlways secure items in the trailer to prevent
load shift while driving.
cAvoid abrupt starts, acceleration or stops.
cAvoid sharp turns or lane changes.
cAlways drive your vehicle at a moderate
speed.
cAlways block the wheels on both vehicle and
trailer when parking. Parking on a slope is
not recommended; however, if you must do
so, first block the wheels and apply the park-
ing brake, and then move the transmission
shift selector lever into the P (Park) position.
If you move the shift selector lever to the P
(Park) position before blocking the wheels
and applying the parking brake, transmission
damage could occur.
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10 Index
A
Adjusting pedal position............3-22
Air bag (See supplemental restraint
system).....................1-15
Air bag system
Front (See supplemental front impact
air bag system)...............1-22
Side and curtain (See supplemental side
air bag and curtain side-impact air bag
system)...................1-27
Air bag warning labels.............1-29
Air bag warning light...........1-30, 2-9
Air cleaner housing filter............8-18
Air conditioner
Air conditioner operation..........4-20
Air conditioner service...........4-30
Air conditioner specification label.....9-11
Air conditioner system refrigerant and
lubrication recommendations........9-6
Heater and air conditioner
controls................4-17, 4-27
Rear seat air conditioner..........4-29
Servicing air conditioner..........4-30
Air flow charts..................4-21
Anchor point locations.............1-54
Antenna.....................4-43
Anti-lock brake system (ABS).........5-16
Anti-lock brake warning light..........2-6
Audible reminders................2-12
Audio system..................4-30AM-FM-SAT radio with compact disc
(CD) changer................4-34
AM-FM-SAT radio with compact disc
(CD) player.................4-34
Compact Disc (CD) changer.......4-39
Compact disc (CD) player.........4-37
Radio....................4-30
Rear audio controls.............4-43
Steering wheel audio control switch. . . .4-41
Autolight switch.................2-16
Automatic
Automatic drive positioner.........3-25
Automatic power window switch.....2-37
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF). . . .8-11
Automatic transmission position
indicator light.................2-9
Driving with automatic transmission.....5-7
Transmission selector lever lock release . .5-9
Automatic anti-glare inside mirror.......3-23
B
Back door....................3-15
Back door release...............3-18
Battery......................8-15
Charge warning light.............2-7
Battery replacement
(See remote keyless entry system) . . .3-13, 8-25
Before starting the engine............5-6
Belts (See drive belts).............8-16
Bench seat adjustment (3rd row).....1-8, 1-9Brake
Anti-lock brake system (ABS).......5-16
Brake booster................8-23
Brake fluid..................8-13
Brake light (See stop light).........8-27
Brake pedal.................8-22
Brake system................5-16
Brake warning light..............2-7
Brake wear indicators........2-12, 8-22
Parking brake check............8-22
Parking brake operation..........5-11
Self-adjusting brakes............8-22
Break-in schedule................5-13
Brightness control
Instrument panel..............2-18
Bulb check/instrument panel..........2-6
Bulb replacement................8-27
C
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...................9-2
Captain’s chair adjustment (2nd row)......1-6
Car phone or CB radio.............4-53
Cargo (See vehicle loading information) . . .9-12
CD care and cleaning.............4-41
CD changer (See audio system)........4-39
CD player (See audio system).........4-37
Check engine indicator light
(See malfunction indicator light)........2-10
Child restraint with top tether strap......1-53
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Child restraints.......1-33, 1-34, 1-40, 1-51
Precautions on child restraints.......1-40
Top tether strap anchor point locations . .1-54
Child safety rear door lock............3-9
Child safety sliding door lock..........3-9
Chimes, audible reminders...........2-12
Cleaning exterior and interior..........7-2
Clock
(models with navigation system)......4-14
(models without navigation system).....4-4
Cold weather driving..............5-21
Compact disc (CD) player...........4-37
Control panel buttons
With navigation system...........4-8
Without navigation system..........4-2
Controls
Audio controls (steering wheel)......4-41
Heater and air conditioner
controls................4-17, 4-27
Rear audio controls.............4-43
Rear seat air conditioner..........4-29
Convenience hook...............2-29
Coolant
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants.................9-2
Changing engine coolant..........8-8
Checking engine coolant level........8-7
Engine coolant temperature gauge.....2-4
Cornering light.................2-19
Corrosion protection...............7-5
Cruise control..................5-12
Cup holders...................2-32
Curtain side-impact air bag system
(See supplemental side air bag and curtain
side-impact air bag system)..........1-27D
Daytime running light system
(Canada only)..................2-18
Defroster switch
Rear window and outside mirror
defroster switch...............2-15
Digital video disc DVD.............4-44
Dimensions and weights.............9-8
Door locks....................3-3
Door open warning light.............2-7
Drive belts....................8-16
Drive positioner, Automatic...........3-25
Driving
Cold weather driving............5-21
Driving with automatic transmission.....5-7
Precautions when starting and driving . . .5-2
DVD entertainment system...........4-44
E
Economy - fuel.................5-14
Emission control information label.......9-10
Emission control system warranty.......9-19
Engine
Before starting the engine..........5-6
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants.................9-2
Changing engine coolant..........8-8
Changing engine oil.............8-9
Changing engine oil filter..........8-10
Checking engine coolant level........8-7
Checking engine oil level..........8-8Engine compartment check locations. . . .8-7
Engine coolant temperature gauge.....2-4
Engine cooling system............8-7
Engine oil...................8-8
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation . .9-5
Engine oil viscosity..............9-5
Engine serial number............9-10
Engine specifications.............9-7
Starting the engine..............5-7
Engine oil pressure low/engine coolant
temperature high warning light.........2-7
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide)........5-2
Eyeglass case..................2-28
F
Flashers
(See hazard warning flasher switch)......2-20
Flat tire......................6-2
Floor mat positioning aid.............7-4
Fluid
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF). . . .8-11
Brake fluid..................8-13
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants.................9-2
Engine coolant................8-7
Engine oil...................8-8
Power steering fluid.............8-13
Window washer fluid............8-14
F.M.V.S.S. certification label..........9-10
Fog light switch.................2-19
Front air bag system
(See supplemental restraint system).....1-22
Front seats....................1-2
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Fuel
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants.................9-2
Fuel economy................5-14
Fuel filler cap................3-20
Fuel filler lid.................3-20
Fuel filler lid and cap............3-20
Fuel gauge..................2-5
Fuel octane rating..............9-3
Fuel recommendation............9-3
Fuses......................8-23
Fusible links...................8-24
G
Garage door opener, HomeLinkTUniversal
Transceiver...................2-43
Garment hook..................2-34
Gascap.....................3-20
Gauge
Engine coolant temperature gauge.....2-4
Fuel gauge..................2-5
Odometer...................2-4
Speedometer.................2-4
Tachometer..................2-4
General maintenance..............8-2
Glove box....................2-28
Glove box lock.................2-28
Grocery hooks.................2-30
H
Hazard warning flasher switch.........2-20
Head restraints.................1-10Headlight and turn signal switch........2-15
Headlights....................8-26
Headphones
(See DVD entertainment system).......4-47
Headrest storage................2-34
Heated seats..................2-21
Heater
Heater and air conditioner
controls................4-17, 4-27
Heater operation...........4-19, 4-28
Rear seat air conditioner..........4-29
HomeLinkTUniversal Transceiver.......2-43
Hood release..................3-14
Horn.......................2-20
I
Ignition switch..................5-5
Immobilizer system..........2-12, 3-2, 5-6
Important vehicle information label.......9-10
In-cabin microfilter...............8-18
Increasing fuel economy............5-14
Indicator lights and audible reminders
(See warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders).....................2-6
Inside automatic anti-glare mirror.......3-23
Inside mirror...................3-23
Instrument brightness control.........2-18
Instrument panel.................2-2
Interior lights
(see Lights on demand switch)........2-41
ISOFIX child restraints.............1-51J
Jump starting...................6-7
K
Key ........................3-2
Keyless entry system
(See remote keyless entry system).......3-9
L
Labels
Air conditioner specification label.....9-11
Emission control information label.....9-10
Engine serial number............9-10
F.M.V.S.S. certification label........9-10
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate . .9-9
Warning labels (for SRS)..........1-29
LATCH
(Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren)
System......................1-51
License plate
Installing the license plate.........9-11
Light
Air bag warning light.........1-30, 2-9
Brake light (See stop light).........8-27
Bulb check/instrument panel........2-6
Bulb replacement..............8-27
Charge warning light.............2-7
Cornering light...............2-19
Fog light switch...............2-19
Headlight and turn signal switch......2-15
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Headlights..................8-26
Light bulbs..................8-26
Low tire pressure warning light.......2-8
Low washer fluid warning light.......2-9
Passenger air bag and status light.....2-11
Personal lights...............2-42
Security indicator light...........2-11
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders...................2-6
Lights
Map lights..................2-43
Lights on demand switch............2-41
Lock
Back door release.............3-18
Child safety rear door lock..........3-9
Child safety sliding door lock........3-9
Door locks..................3-3
Glove box lock...............2-28
Power door locks...............3-5
Low fuel warning light..............2-8
Low tire pressure warning light.........2-8
Low tire pressure warning system........5-3
Low washer fluid warning light.........2-9
Luggage
(See vehicle loading information).......9-12
M
Main ON/OFF switch
(for power doors).............3-6, 3-16
Maintenance
General maintenance............8-2
Inside the vehicle...............8-3
Maintenance precautions..........8-5
Outside the vehicle..............8-2Seat belt maintenance...........1-40
Under the hood and vehicle.........8-4
Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL)........2-10
Manual front seat adjustment..........1-2
Manual vent windows..............2-38
Map lights....................2-43
Map pocket...................2-29
Meters and gauges................2-3
Instrument brightness control.......2-18
Mirror
Automatic anti-glare inside mirror.....3-23
Inside mirror.................3-23
Outside mirror control...........3-24
Outside mirrors...............3-24
Vanity mirror.................3-23
N
Nissan vehicle immobilizer system
(NVIS).................2-12, 3-2, 5-6
Note holder...................2-25
O
Octane rating (See fuel octane rating).....9-3
Odometer.....................2-4
Oil
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants.................9-2
Changing engine oil.............8-9
Changing engine oil filter..........8-10
Checking engine oil level..........8-8
Engine oil...................8-8
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation . .9-5Engine oil pressure low/engine coolant
temperature high warning light.......2-7
Engine oil viscosity..............9-5
Outside mirror control.............3-24
Outside mirrors.................3-24
Overdrive switch................5-10
Overheat
If your vehicle overheats...........6-9
Owner’s manual order form..........9-21
Owner’s manual/service manual order
information....................9-21
P
Parking
Parking brake check............8-22
Parking brake operation..........5-11
Parking/parking on hills...........5-15
Pedal position adjustment...........3-22
Personal lights.................2-42
Power
Front seat adjustment............1-5
Power door locks...............3-5
Power outlet.................2-23
Power steering fluid.............8-13
Power steering system...........5-15
Power vent windows............2-38
Power windows...............2-36
Precautions
Maintenance precautions..........8-5
Precautions on child restraints.......1-40
Precautions on seat belt usage......1-31
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system....................1-15
Precautions when starting and driving . . .5-2
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Pre-tensioner seat belt system.........1-28
Push starting...................6-9
R
Radio
Car phone or CB radio...........4-53
Compact Disc (CD) changer.......4-39
Rear audio controls.............4-43
Steering wheel audio control switch. . . .4-41
Readiness for inspection maintenance (I/M)
test........................9-20
Rear audio controls...............4-43
Rear center seat belt..............1-37
Rear seat air conditioner............4-29
Rear sonar system off switch.........2-22
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch......................2-15
Rear window wiper and washer switches . . .2-14
Refrigerant recommendation..........9-6
Registering your vehicle in another country. . .9-9
Remote controller
(See DVD entertainment system).......4-46
Remote keyless entry system..........3-9
Reporting safety defects (US only)......9-19
S
Safety
Child safety rear door lock..........3-9
Child safety sliding door lock........3-9
Child seat belts...............1-40
Reporting safety defects (US only). . . .9-19
Screen (See DVD entertainment system) . . .4-46Seat adjustment
Front manual seat adjustment........1-2
Front power seat adjustment........1-5
Second row captain’s chair.........1-6
Third row bench seat..........1-8, 1-9
Seat belt
Child safety.................1-33
Infants and small children.........1-34
Injured Person................1-34
Larger children...............1-34
Precautions on seat belt usage......1-31
Pregnant women..............1-34
Pre-tensioner seat belt system.......1-28
Rear center seat belt............1-37
Seat belt extenders.............1-40
Seat belt maintenance...........1-40
Seat belts..................1-31
Shoulder belt height adjustment......1-39
Three-point type with retractor.......1-35
Seat belt warning light..............2-9
Seatback pockets................2-30
Seats
Adjustment..................1-2
Automatic drive positioner.........3-25
Front seats..................1-2
Heated seats................2-21
Manual front seat adjustment........1-2
Second row captain’s chair adjustment.....1-6
Security indicator light.............2-11
Security system
(Nissan vehicle immobilizer system) ,
engine start..............2-12, 3-2, 5-6
Self-adjusting brakes..............8-22
Service manual order form...........9-21
Servicing air conditioner............4-30
Shift lock release.................5-9Shifting
Automatic transmission...........5-8
Shoulder belt height adjustment........1-39
Side air bag system
(See supplemental side air bag
and curtain side-impact air bag system) . . .1-27
Skyview™ roof..................2-39
Sliding door
Manual sliding door.............3-5
Power sliding door..............3-7
Sliding door locks
Child safety sliding door locks........3-9
Spark plug replacement............8-17
Speedometer...................2-4
SRS warning label...............1-29
Starting
Before starting the engine..........5-6
Jump starting.................6-7
Precautions when starting and driving . . .5-2
Push starting.................6-9
Starting the engine..............5-7
Steering
Power steering fluid.............8-13
Power steering system...........5-15
Tilting steering wheel............3-21
Steering wheel audio control switch......4-41
Stop light....................8-27
Storage.....................2-25
Storage bin.........2-27, 2-31, 2-33, 2-34
Storage compartment.............2-25
Storage tray...............2-26, 2-27
Sun visors....................3-22
Sunglasses case................2-28
Sunglasses holder...............2-28
Sunroof.....................2-39
Supplemental air bag warning labels.....1-29
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