The automatic drive positioner system has two
features:
Entry/exit function
Memory storageENTRY/EXIT FUNCTIONThis system is designed so that the driver’s seat
and outside mirror will automatically move when
the selector lever is in the P (Park) position. This
allows the driver to get into and out of the
driver’s seat more easily.
The driver’s seat will slide backward:
The driver’s seat will slide backward when the
driver’s door is opened with the ignition switch
(knob) in the LOCK position.
The driver’s seat will return to the previous
position:
When the key is inserted into the ignition
switch after closing the driver’s door, or when
the driver’s door is closed after inserting the
key into the ignition switch.
When the ignition switch is pushed with the
driver’s door closed. (Intelligent Key
equipped model)
When the key or ignition switch is turned to
the ON position.The entry/exit feature can be canceled. See “4.
Display screen, heater, air conditioner and audio
systems” section of this manual.
The entry/exit function can be activated or can-
celled by pressing and holding the SET switch
for more than 10 seconds while the ignition key
is in the LOCK position. The indicator light will
blink once when the function is cancelled, and
the indicator light will blink twice when the
function is activated. If the battery cable is
disconnected, or if the fuse opens, the entry/exit
function will be cancelled. In such a case, after
connecting the battery or replacing with a new
fuse, open and close the driver’s door more than
two times with the ignition key or ignition switch
in the LOCK position to activate the entry/exit
function.
MEMORY STORAGETwo positions for the driver’s seat, pedals (Brake
and Accelerator) and outside mirrors can be
stored in the automatic drive positioner memory.
Follow these procedures to use the memory
system.
1. Set the selector lever to the P (Park) position.
2. Adjust the driver’s seat, pedals (Brake and
Accelerator) and outside mirrors to the de-
sired positions by manually operating each
adjusting switch. For additional information,
see “Seats” in the “1. Safety — seats, seat
belts and supplemental restraint system”
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AUTOMATIC DRIVE POSITIONER
(if so equipped)
Pre-driving checks and adjustments
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have the TPMS system checked by a
NISSAN dealer.
When a spare tire is mounted or a
wheel is replaced, tire pressure will
not be indicated, the TPMS will not
function and the low tire pressure
warning light will flash. Contact your
NISSAN dealer as soon as possible
for tire replacement and/or system
resetting.
Replacing tires with those not origi-
nally specified by NISSAN could af-
fect the proper operation of the
TPMS.
Do not inject any tire liquid or aerosol
tire sealant into the tires, as this may
cause a malfunction of the tire pres-
sure sensors.
CAUTION
Do not place metalized film or any metal
parts (antenna, etc.) on the windows.This may cause poor reception of the
signals from the tire pressure sensors,
and the TPMS will not function properly.
FCC Notice:
Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for com-
pliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules and RSS-210 of Industry
Canada.
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference received, in-
cluding interference that may cause undes-
ired operation of the device.
AVOIDING COLLISION AND
ROLLOVER
WARNING
Failure to operate this vehicle in a safe
and prudent manner may result in lossof control or an accident.
Be alert and drive defensively at all times. Obey
all traffic regulations. Avoid excessive speed,
high speed cornering, or sudden steering ma-
neuvers, because these driving practices could
cause you to lose control of your vehicle.As
with any vehicle, a loss of control could
result in a collision with other vehicles or
objects, or cause the vehicle to rollover,
particularly if the loss of control causes the
vehicle to slide sideways.Be attentive at all
times, and avoid driving when tired. Never drive
when under the influence of alcohol or drugs
(including prescription or over-the-counter
drugs which may cause drowsiness). Always
wear your seat belt. See “Seat belts” in the “1.
Safety — seats, seat belts and supplemental
restraint system” section. Also instruct your pas-
sengers to do so.
Seat belts help reduce the risk of injury in
collisions and rollovers.In a rollover crash, an
unbelted or improperly belted person is
significantly more likely to be injured or
killed than a person properly wearing a
seat belt.
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Occasionally remove loose dust from the interior
trim, plastic parts and seats using a vacuum
cleaner or soft brush. Wipe the vinyl and leather
surfaces with a clean, soft cloth dampened in
mild soap solution, then wipe clean with a dry
soft cloth. Before using any fabric protector,
read the manufacturer’s recommendations.
Some fabric protectors contain chemicals that
may stain or bleach the seat material.
Use a cloth dampened only with water, to clean
the meter and gauge lens.
CAUTION
Never use benzine, thinner, or any
similar material.
Small dirt particles can be abrasive
and damaging to leather surfaces
and should be removed promptly. Do
not use saddle soap, polishes, oils,
cleaning fluids, solvents, detergents
or ammonia-based cleaners as they
may damage the natural leather fin-
ish.
Never use fabric protectors unless
recommended by the manufacturer.Do not use glass or plastic cleaner on
meter or gauge lens covers. It may
damage the lens cover.
FLOOR MATSThe use of Genuine NISSAN floor mats can
extend the life of your vehicle carpet and make it
easier to clean the interior.No matter what
mats are used, be sure they are fitted for
your vehicle and are properly positioned in
the footwell to prevent interference with
pedal operation.Mats should be maintained
with regular cleaning and replaced if they be-
come excessively worn.
Floor mat positioning aid
(Driver side only)This model includes a front floor mat bracket
A
to act as a floor mat positioning aid. NISSAN
floor mats have been specially designed for your
vehicle model. The driver’s side floor mat has a
grommet hole incorporated in it. Simply position
the mat by placing the floor mat bracket through
the floor mat grommet hole while centering the
mat in the floorpan contour.
Periodically check to make certain that the mats
are properly positioned.
SAI0030
CLEANING INTERIOR7-4
Appearance and care
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Lights*:Clean the headlights on a regular basis.
Make sure that the headlights, stop lights, tail
lights, turn signal lights, and other lights are all
operating properly and installed securely. Also
check headlight aim.
Road wheel nuts (lug nuts)*:When checking
the tires, make sure no wheel nuts are missing,
and check for any loose wheel nuts. Tighten if
necessary.
Tire rotation*:Tires should be rotated every
7,500 miles (12,000 km). However, the timing
for tire rotation may vary according to your
driving habits and road surface conditions.
Tires*:Check the pressure with a gauge often
and always prior to long distance trips. If neces-
sary, adjust the pressure in all tires, including the
spare, to the pressure specified. Check carefully
for damage, cuts or excessive wear.
Tire, wheel alignment and balance:If the
vehicle should pull to either side while driving on
a straight and level road, or if you detect uneven
or abnormal tire wear, there may be a need for
wheel alignment.
If the steering wheel or seat vibrates at normal
highway speeds, wheel balancing may be
needed.
For additional information regarding tires, refer to
“Important Tire Safety Information” (US) or “TireSafety Information” (Canada) in the Warranty
Information Booklet.
Windshield:Clean the windshield on a regular
basis. Check the windshield at least every six
months for cracks or other damage. Have a
damaged windshield repaired by a qualified re-
pair facility.
Windshield wiper blades*:Check for cracks
or wear if they do not wipe properly.
Inside the vehicleThe maintenance items listed here should be
checked on a regular basis, such as when
performing periodic maintenance, cleaning the
vehicle, etc.
Accelerator pedal:Check the pedal for
smooth operation and make sure the pedal does
not catch or require uneven effort. Keep the floor
mats away from the pedal.
Brake pedal and booster*:Check the pedal
for smooth operation and make sure it has the
proper distance under it when depressed fully.
Check the brake booster function. Be sure to
keep floor mats away from the pedal.
Brakes:Check that the brakes do not pull the
vehicle to one side when applied.
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
P (Park) position mechanism:On a fairlysteep hill check that the vehicle is held securely
with the selector lever in the P (Park) position
without applying any brakes.
Parking brake*:Check that the lever has the
proper travel and make sure that the vehicle is
held securely on a fairly steep hill when only the
parking brake is applied.
Seat belts:Check that all parts of the seat belt
system (for example, buckles, anchors, adjusters
and retractors) operate properly and smoothly,
and are installed securely. Check the belt web-
bing for cuts, fraying, wear or damage.
Seats:Check seat position controls such as
seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. to ensure
they operate smoothly and that all latches lock
securely in every position. Check that the head
restraints move up and down smoothly and that
the locks hold securely in all latched positions.
Steering wheel:Check for changes in the
steering conditions, such as excessive free play,
hard steering or strange noises.
Warning lights and chimes:Make sure that all
warning lights and chimes are operating prop-
erly.
Windshield defroster:Check that the air
comes out of the defroster outlets properly and
in good quantity when operating the heater or air
conditioner.
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WARNING
It is extremely dangerous to
ride in a cargo area inside a
vehicle. In a collision, people
riding in these areas are more
likely to be seriously injured or
killed.
Do not allow people to ride in
any area of your vehicle that is
not equipped with seats and
seat belts.
Be sure everyone in your ve-
hicle is in a seat and using a
seat belt properly.TERMSIt is important to familiarize yourself with
the following terms before loading your
vehicle:
CurbWeight (actual weight of your
vehicle) - vehicle weight including:
standard and optional equipment, flu-ids, emergency tools, and spare tire
assembly. This weightdoes notin-
clude passengers and cargo.
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) - curb
weight plus the combined weight of
passengers and cargo.
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rat-
ing) - maximum total combined weight
of the unloaded vehicle, passengers,
luggage, hitch, trailer tongue load and
any other optional equipment. This in-
formation is located on the F.M.V.S.S.
label.
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) -
maximum weight (load) limit specified
for the front or rear axle. This informa-
tion is located on the F.M.V.S.S. label.
GCWR (Gross Combined Weight
Rating) - maximum total weight rating
of the vehicle, passengers, cargo, and
trailer.
Vehicle Capacity Weight, Load limit,
Total load capacity - maximum totalweight limit specified of the load (pas-
sengers and cargo) for the vehicle.
This is the maximum combined weight
of occupants and cargo that can be
loaded into the vehicle. If the vehicle is
used to tow a trailer, the trailer tongue
weight must be included as part of the
cargo load. This information is located
on the Tire and Loading Information
label.
Cargo capacity - permissible weight of
cargo, the subtracted weight of occu-
pants from the load limit.
VEHICLE LOAD CAPACITYDo not exceed the load limit of your
vehicle shown as “The combined weight
of occupants and cargo” on the Tire and
Loading Information label. Do not exceed
the number of occupants shown as
“Seating Capacity” on the Tire and Load-
ing Information label.
To get “the combined weight of occu-
pants and cargo”, add the weight of all
occupants, then add the total luggage
VEHICLE LOADING
INFORMATION9-14
Technical and consumer information
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10 Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock brake system)................................ 5-31
Adjusting pedal position .......................................... 3-29
Aiming control, Headlights...................................... 2-25
Air bag system, Front passenger air bag
and status light .......................................................... 1-47
Air bag warning labels ............................................. 1-53
Air bag warning light .................................... 1-54, 2-13
Air cleaner housing filter.......................................... 8-17
Air conditioner
Air conditioner operation .................................. 4-23
Air conditioner service ........................... 4-23, 4-26
Air conditioner specification label .................. 9-12
Air conditioning system refrigerant
and lubricant recommendations ............ 4-26, 9-6
Heater and air conditioner (automatic) ......... 4-23
In-cabin microfilter .............................................. 4-26
Alcohol, drugs and driving......................................... 5-6
All-wheel drive (AWD) ............................................. 5-24
All-wheel drive (AWD) LOCK indicator light ..... 2-14
All-wheel drive (AWD) warning light ...................... 2-9
All-wheel drive (AWD), AWD lock switch
operations.................................................................... 5-25
Anchor point locations
Top tether strap .................................................. 1-30
Antenna ........................................................................ 4-44
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .............................. 5-31
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) waring light ....... 2-10Appearance care
Exterior appearance care .................................... 7-2
Interior appearance care ..................................... 7-4
Armrest ........................................................................... 1-9
Audible reminders ..................................................... 2-16
Audio operation precautions .................................. 4-28
Audio system .............................................................. 4-27
Autolight system ........................................................ 2-23
Automatic
Anti-glare inside mirror ...................................... 3-31
Automatic sunroof .............................................. 2-38
Drive positioner ................................................... 3-33
Seat positioner .................................................... 3-33
Avoiding collision and rollover .................................. 5-5
B
Back door (See lift gate)......................................... 3-24
Battery .......................................................................... 8-14
Battery saver system ......................................... 2-25
Battery replacement
Intelligent Key system .......................................... 3-8
Remote keyless entry system............................. 3-8
Before starting the engine ...................................... 5-12
Belts (See drive belts) ............................................. 8-16
Booster seats ............................................................. 1-34
Brake
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ......................... 5-31
Brake booster ...................................................... 8-21Brake fluid............................................................. 8-13
Brake pedal check ............................................. 8-20
Brake system ....................................................... 5-30
Parking brake check .......................................... 8-20
Parking brake operation .................................... 5-21
Warning light ....................................................... 2-10
Break-in schedule ..................................................... 5-23
Brightness control, Instrument panel ................... 2-26
Bulbcheck/instrument panel .................................... 2-9
Bulbreplacement ...................................................... 8-27
C
Cabin air filter ............................................................. 4-26
Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants...... 9-2
Car phone or CB radio............................................ 4-44
Cargo (See vehicle loading information)............. 2-35
Cargo net .................................................................... 2-35
Cassette player (See audio system) .................... 4-40
Catalytic converter, Three way catalyst ................. 5-3
CD care and cleaning .............................................. 4-42
Ceiling light ................................................................. 2-40
Cellular phone holder ............................................... 2-31
Charge warning light ................................................ 2-11
Child restraints ........................................................... 1-21
Booster seats ...................................................... 1-34
Installation on rear seat outboard or center
positions ................................................................ 1-23
LATCH system .................................................... 1-28
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F
F.M.V.S.S. certification label................................... 9-11
Filter
Air cleaner housing filter ................................... 8-17
Changing engine oil filter ................................. 8-11
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch) ... 2-27
Flat tire............................................................................ 6-2
Flat towing .................................................................. 9-23
Floor mat cleaning ....................................................... 7-4
Fluid
Brake fluid............................................................. 8-13
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ................................................................. 9-2
CVT fluid ............................................................... 8-12
Engine coolant ....................................................... 8-8
Engine oil................................................................. 8-9
Power steering fluid ........................................... 8-12
Window washer fluid ......................................... 8-14
FM-AM-SAT radio with cassette player and
CD player .................................................................... 4-37
FM-AM-SAT radio with CD player ....................... 4-33
Fog light switch ......................................................... 2-27
Front manual seat adjustment .................................. 1-3
Front passenger air bag and status light ............ 1-47
Front power seat adjustment .................................... 1-4
Fuel
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ................................................................. 9-2
Fuel economy ...................................................... 5-24
Fuel octane rating ................................................. 9-3
Fuel recommendation ........................................... 9-3
Fuel-filler cap ....................................................... 3-26
Fuel-filler door...................................................... 3-26Gauge ...................................................................... 2-5
Fuses ............................................................................ 8-21
Fusible links ................................................................ 8-23
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink
Universal
Transceiver .................................................................. 2-43
Gas cap ....................................................................... 3-26
Gauge ............................................................................. 2-3
Engine coolant temperature gauge .................. 2-5
Fuel gauge .............................................................. 2-5
Odometer ................................................................ 2-4
Speedometer .......................................................... 2-4
Tachometer ............................................................. 2-4
General maintenance .................................................. 8-2
Glove box .................................................................... 2-33
H
Hazard indicator light ............................................... 2-16
Hazard warning flasher switch............................... 2-27
Head restraints ............................................................. 1-8
Headlights
Aiming control ..................................................... 2-25
Bulbreplacement ............................................... 8-28
Headlight switch ................................................. 2-23
Xenon headlights ................................................ 2-22
Heated seats .............................................................. 2-28
Heater
Engine block heater ........................................... 5-36
Heater and air conditioner (automatic) ......... 4-23
High beam indicator light ........................................ 2-14HomeLink
Universal Transceiver ......................... 2-43
Hood release .............................................................. 3-24
Horn .............................................................................. 2-28
I
Ignition knob(Intelligent Key system) .................. 3-13
Ignition switch
Except for Intelligent Key equipped
model ...................................................................... 5-9
Intelligent Key System equipped model ...... 5-10
Ignition switch key positions ..................................... 5-9
Immobilizer system .................................................... 2-18
In-cabin microfilter .................................................... 4-26
Indicator light ................................................................ 2-9
All-wheel drive (AWD) LOCK indicator
light......................................................................... 2-14
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
indicator light ....................................................... 2-14
Cruise main switch indicator light .................. 2-14
Cruise set indicator light .................................. 2-14
Front passenger air bag status indicator
light......................................................................... 2-14
High beam indicator light ................................. 2-14
Malfunction indicator light ................................ 2-14
Security indicator light....................................... 2-15
Slip indicator light............................................... 2-15
Turn signal/hazard indicator light ................... 2-16
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off indicator
light......................................................................... 2-16
Inside
Automatic anti-glare mirror............................... 3-31
Mirror...................................................................... 3-30
Inspection/maintenance (I/M) test ........................ 9-26
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Three-point type with retractor ....................... 1-14
Seat(s)
Driver-side memory ............................................ 3-33
Heated seats........................................................ 2-28
Seats ........................................................................ 1-2
Security indicator light ............................................. 2-15
Security system (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer
System), Engine start ............................................... 2-18
Security system, Vehicle security system ........... 2-17
Selector lever, Shift lock release ............... 5-15, 5-19
Servicing air conditioner .............................. 4-23, 4-26
Shift lock release, Transmission ................ 5-15, 5-19
Shifting, CVT (Continuously Variable
Transmission) ............................................................. 5-13
Shoulder belt height adjustment ........................... 1-16
Slip indicator light ..................................................... 2-15
Spark plugs................................................................. 8-16
Speedometer ................................................................ 2-4
Starting
Before starting the engine................................ 5-12
Jump starting .......................................................... 6-8
Precautions when starting and driving ............ 5-2
Push starting ........................................................ 6-10
Starting the engine............................................. 5-12
Status light, Front passenger air bag .................. 1-47
Steering
Power steering fluid ........................................... 8-12
Power steering system ...................................... 5-30
Tilting steering wheel......................................... 3-28
Steering switch for audio control.......................... 4-43
Storage ........................................................................ 2-31
Sun shade ................................................................... 2-39
Sun visors ................................................................... 3-30
Sunroof ........................................................................ 2-38Automatic sunroof .............................................. 2-38
Supplemental air bag warning labels................... 1-53
Supplemental air bag warning light .......... 1-54, 2-13
Supplemental restraint system............................... 1-39
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system.................................................................... 1-39
Switch
Autolight switch .................................................. 2-23
AWD lock switch operations........................... 5-25
Fog light switch................................................... 2-27
Hazard warning flasher switch ........................ 2-27
Headlight aiming control ................................... 2-25
Headlight switch ................................................. 2-23
Power door lock switch....................................... 3-4
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch..................................................................... 2-22
Turn signal switch .............................................. 2-27
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch ... 2-29
T
Tachometer.................................................................... 2-4
Temperature gauge, Engine coolant
temperature gauge ...................................................... 2-5
Theft (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System),
Engine start................................................................. 2-18
Three-way catalyst....................................................... 5-3
Tilting steering wheel ............................................... 3-28
Tire pressure, Low tire pressure warning light .. 2-12
Tires
Flat tire ..................................................................... 6-2
Low tire pressure warning system .................... 5-3
Spare tire (temporary use only (T-type)
spare tire) ............................................................. 8-41Tire and Loading information label ................. 8-32
Tire and Loading Information label................. 9-12
Tire chains ............................................................ 8-38
Tire dressing ........................................................... 7-3
Tire pressure ........................................................ 8-30
Tire pressure information (display)........ 4-6, 4-14
Tire pressure monitoring system
(TPMS)............................................................ 5-3, 6-2
Tire rotation .......................................................... 8-39
Types of tires ....................................................... 8-37
Uniform tire quality grading .............................. 9-24
Wheel/tire size ....................................................... 9-9
Wheels and tires ................................................ 8-30
Tonneau cover ........................................................... 2-36
Top tether strap child restraints ............................ 1-29
Towing
Flat towing ............................................................ 9-23
Tow truck towing ................................................ 6-12
Towing a trailer.................................................... 9-18
Towing load/specification chart ...................... 9-18
Towing safety....................................................... 9-20
Towing load/specification chart............................. 9-20
TPMS, Tire pressure monitoring system................ 5-3
TPMS, Tire pressure warning system..................... 6-2
Trailer towing .............................................................. 9-18
Transceiver, HomeLink
Universal
Transceiver .................................................................. 2-43
Transmission
Driving with CVT (Continuously Variable
Transmission) ....................................................... 5-13
Transmission selector lever lock
release ....................................................... 5-15, 5-19
Transmitter, With Intelligent Key system
(See Intelligent Key system) ................................... 3-20
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