2006 NISSAN QASHQAI 4WD

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 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.
Tyres*:
Check the pressure with a gauge periodically when
at a service station (including the spare) and adjust
to the specified pressure if necessary. Check care-
fully for damage, cuts or excessive wear.
Tyre rotation*:
Tyres should be rotated every 10,000 km (6,000
miles) for Two-Wheel Drive (2WD) models and
5,000 km (3,000 miles) for Four-Wheel Drive (4WD)
models. However, the timing for tyre rotation may
vary according to your driving habits and road sur-
face conditions.
Wheel alignment and balance:
If the vehicle pull to either side while driving on a
straight and level road, or if you detect uneven or
abnormal tyre 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.
Wheel nuts:
When checking the tyres, make sure no wheel nuts
are missing, and check for any loose wheel nuts.
Tighten if necessary.Windscreen:
Clean the windscreen on a regular basis. Check the
windscreen at least every six months for cracks or
other damage. Have a damaged windscreen re-
paired by a qualified repair facility.
Wiper blades*:
Check for cracks or wear if they do not wipe prop-
erly.
Under the bonnet and vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should be
checked periodically, e.g. each time you check the
engine oil or refuel.
Battery*:
Check if the green indicator on the top of the main-
tenance free battery is visible. If it is not visible,
replace the battery as soon as possible.
Vehicles operated in high temperatures or under
severe conditions, check the fluid level frequently.
Brake and clutch fluid level*:
Make sure that the brake and clutch fluid level is
between the MAX and MIN lines on the reservoir.
Engine coolant level*:
Check the coolant level when the engine is cold.
Engine drive belts*:
Make sure that the drive belts are not frayed, worn,
cracked or oily.Engine oil level*:
Check the level after parking the vehicle on a level
surface and turning off the engine.
Fluid leaks:
Check under the vehicle for fuel, oil, water or other
fluid leaks after the vehicle has been parked for a
while. Water dripping from the air conditioner after
use is normal. If you should notice any leaks or if
petrol fumes are evident, check for the cause and
have it corrected immediately.
Window washer fluid*:
Check that there is adequate fluid in the tank.
Inside the vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should be
checked on a regular basis, such as when perform-
ing periodic maintenance, cleaning the vehicle, etc.
Accelerator pedal:
Check the pedal for smooth operation and make
sure that the pedal does not catch or require uneven
effort. Keep the floor mats away from the pedal.
Brake pedal*:
Check the pedal for smooth operation. If the brake
pedal suddenly goes down further than normal, the
pedal feels spongy or the vehicle seems to take
longer to stop, contact a NISSAN dealer or qualified
workshop immediately. Keep the floor mat away
from the pedal.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Replacement tyres may have a lower speed
rating than the factory equipped tyres, and
may not match the potential maximum vehicle
speed. Never exceed the maximum speed rat-
ing of the tyre.
All season tyres
NISSAN specifies all season tyres on some models
to provide good performance for use all year around,
including snowy and icy road conditions. All season
tyres are identified by ALL SEASON and/or M&S
on the tyre sidewall. Snow tyres have better snow
traction than all season tyres and may be more ap-
propriate in some areas.
Summer tyres
NISSAN specifies summer tyres as standard fit.
These tyres provide superior performance under
typical mild weather conditions.
If you plan to operate your vehicle in snowy or icy
conditions, NISSAN recommends the use of SNOW
or ALL SEASON tyres on all four wheels.
Snow tyres
If snow tyres are needed, it is necessary to select
tyres equivalent in size and load rating to the original
equipment tyres. If you do not, it can adversely af-
fect the safety and handling of your vehicle.
Generally, snow tyres will have lower speed ratings
than factory equipped tyres and may not match the
potential maximum vehicle speed. Never exceed the
maximum speed rating of the tyre.
For additional traction on icy roads, studded tyresmay be used. However, some provinces and states
prohibit their use. Check local, state and provincial
laws before installing studded tyres. Skid and trac-
tion capabilities of studded snow tyres, on wet or
dry surfaces, may be poorer than that of non-stud-
ded snow tyres.
SNOW CHAINS
Use of snow chains may be prohibited in some ar-
eas. Check the local laws before installing snow
chains. When installing snow chains, make sure they
are of proper size for the tyres on your vehicle and
are installed according to the chain manufacturer’s
suggestions. Use chain tensioners when recom-
mended by the snow chain manufacturer to ensure
a tight fit. Loose end links of the snow chain must be
secured or removed to prevent the possibility of
whipping action damage to the fenders or undercar-
riage.
In addition, drive at a reduced speed. Otherwise,
your vehicle can be damaged and/or vehicle han-
dling and performance may be adversely affected.
Snow chains must be installed only on the front
wheels and not on the rear wheels.
CAUTION
Never install snow chains on a temporary-use
or small size spare tyre.
Do not drive with snow chains on paved roads
which are clear of snow. Driving with chains in
such conditions can cause damage to the
various mechanisms of the vehicle due to
some overstress. When driving on clear paved
roads, be sure to change to 2WD mode, see
“Four-wheel Drive (4WD) (where fitted)” in the
“5. Starting and driving” section.
TYRE ROTATION
NISSAN recommends that tyres be rotated every
10,000 km (6,000 miles) for Two-Wheel Drive
(2WD) vehicles and 5,000 km (3,000 miles) for
Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) vehicles.
See “Flat tyre” in the “6. In case of emergency” sec-
tion for tyre replacing procedures.
WARNING
After rotating the tyres, adjust the tyre pres-
sure.
Retighten the wheel nuts when the vehicle
has been driven for the first 1,000 km (600
miles) (also in cases of a flat tyre, etc.).
Do not include the temporary-use spare tyre
in the tyre rotation.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Incorrect tyre selection, fitting, care or main-
tenance can affect vehicle safety with risk of
accident and injury. If in doubt, consult a
NISSAN dealer or the tyre manufacturer.
TYRE WEAR AND DAMAGE
Tyres should be periodically inspected for wear,
cracking, bulging or objects caught in the tread. If
excessive wear, cracks, bulging or deep cuts are
found, the tyre should be replaced.
The original tyres have a built-in tread wear indica-
tor
j1 . When the wear indicator is visible, the tyre
should be replaced.
The wear indicator locations are indicated by the
location marks
j2.
TYRE AGE
Remember tyre age. Never use a tyre over six years
old, regardless of whether they have been used or
not. Tyres degrade with age as well as the use they are
subjected to. Have the tyres checked and balanced
frequently by a NISSAN dealer or qualified work-
shop. Report all accidents where the tyre is knocked
even if it is minor.
CHANGING TYRES AND WHEELS
WARNING
Do not install a deformed wheel or tyre even if it
has been repaired. Such wheels or tyres could
have structural damage and could fail without
warning.
When replacing a tyre, use the same size, speed
rating and load carrying capacity as originally
equipped. Recommended types and sizes are men-
tioned in “Wheels and Tyres” in the “9. Technical
information” section.
The use of tyres other than those recommended or
the mixed use of tyres of different brands, construc-
tion (bias, bias-belted or radial), or tread patterns
can adversely affect the ride, braking, handling,
ground clearance, body-to-tyre clearance, snow
chain clearance, speedometer calibration, headlight
aim and bumper height.
WARNING
Some of these effects may lead to accidents and
could result in serious personal injury.
If the wheels are changed for any reason, always
replace with wheels which have the same offset
dimension. Wheels of a different offset could cause early tyre wear, possibly degraded vehicle handling
characteristics and/or interference with the brake
discs. Such interference can lead to decreased
braking efficiency and/or early brake pad wear.
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) MODELS
CAUTION
Always use tyres of the same size, brand, con-
struction (bias, bias-belted or radial), and
tread pattern on all four wheels. Failure to do
so may result in a circumference difference
between tyres on the front and rear axles
which will cause excessive tyre wear and may
damage the transmission, transfer case and
differential gears.
ONLY use spare tyres specified for the four
wheel drive (4WD) models.
WHEEL BALANCE
Unbalanced wheels may affect vehicle handling and
tyre life. Even with regular use, wheels can get out
of balance. Therefore, they should be balanced as
required.
Wheel balance service should be performed with
the wheels off the vehicle. Spin balancing the front
wheels on the vehicle could lead to transmission
damage.
SPARE TYRE
The temporary-use spare wheel/tyre can be identi-
fied by the temporary-use spare tyre label which
contrasts to the standard road wheels. If in doubt,
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Capacity (approximate)Recommended specifications
Litre Imp measure
Cooling system
Genuine NISSAN engine coolant or equivalent in its quality *3
HR16DE (with reservoir) 6.4 5–5/8 qt
MR20DE (with reservoir)
MT models
7.06–1/8 qt
CVT models 7.46–1/2 qt
K9K (with reservoir) without DPF
7.97 qt
with DPF 9.18 qt
M9R (with reservoir) MT models
8.47–3/8 qt
AT models 8.87–3/4 qt
R9M (with reservoir) 8.07 qt
Reservoir 0.83/4 qt
Differential gear oil 0.61/2 qt
Genuine NISSAN Differential oil Hypoid Super GL5 80W90 or API GL5. viscosity
SAE 80W90
Transfer gear oil 0.43/8 qt
Manual transaxle gear oil 5MT 2.32 qt
Genuine NISSAN gear oil or API GL4, viscosity SAE 75W80
6MT (MR20DE (2WD) or K9K) 2.01–3/4 qt
6MT (MR20DE (4WD), M9R or R9M) 2.01-3/4 qt Genuine NISSAN low viscosity gear oil LV MT-1 75W *7
Automatic Transmission fluid (ATF) M9R with 4WD 7.56–5/8 qt Genuine NISSAN Matic Fluid (ATF) type S *4 *6
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) fluid HR16 with 2WD
7.16–1/4 qt
Genuine NISSAN CVT fluid NS-2 *5 *6
MR20 with 2WD 7.56–5/8 qt
MR20 with 4WD 8.57–1/2 qt
Brake & clutch fluid Refill to the proper oil level accord-
ing to the instructions in the “8.
Maintenance and do-it-yourself”
section.Genuine NISSAN brake fluid or equivalent. DOT 4 (US FMVSS No. 116)
Multi-purpose grease –– NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)
Air conditioning system refrigerant –– HFC-134a (R-134a)
Air conditioning system lubricants –– Genuine NISSAN A/C System Oil Type S or exact equivalent
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– Vehicle information display ............................................. 2-11
Door locks ........................................................................\
.... 3-9
– Back door ..................................................................... 3-12
– Child safety rear door locks ........................................... 3-11
– Drive away door locking ................................................. 3-11
– Locking/unlocking with the key — vehicle dead battery .... 3-9
– Power door lock switch ................................................. 3-10
– Remote keyless entry system ........................................... 3-3
– Super Lock system .......................................................... 3-9
– When leaving the vehicle ............................................... 3-10
Drive belts ........................................................................\
... 8-21
Driving
– Care when driving ........................................................... 5-6
– Cold weather driving ..................................................... 5-42
– Driving four-wheel drive (4WD) safely ............................ 5-27
– Driving on wet road ......................................................... 5-6
– Driving the vehicle ......................................................... 5-12
– Driving under winter conditions ........................................ 5-6
– Driving with automatic transmission ...................... 5-14, 5-17
– Driving with continuously variable transmission (Models withmanual shift) .................................................................. 5-14
– Driving with continuously variable transmission (Models without manual shift) .................................................................. 5-17
– Driving with manual transmission ................................... 5-12
– On-pavement and off-road driving precautions ................. 5-4
– Precautions when starting and driving .............................. 5-3
– Stop/Start System ......................................................... 5-21
E
Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) system ...................... 5-40
– ESP OFF switch ........................................................... 5-42
Emergency tyre puncture repair kit ............................... 6-7, 8-34
Emergency/mechanical key ................................................... 3-3 Engine
– Before starting the engine ................................................ 5-2
– Changing engine coolant ................................................. 8-6
– Changing engine oil ......................................................... 8-9
– Changing engine oil filter ............................................... 8-11
– Checking engine coolant level ......................................... 8-6
– Checking engine oil level ................................................. 8-8
– Data ........................................................................\
........ 9-7
– Engine cold start period ................................................... 5-6
– Engine compartment ................................................ 0-7, 8-5
– Engine coolant ............................................................... 5-43
– Engine coolant temperature gauge ................................... 2-2
– Engine cooling system ..................................................... 8-6
– Engine oil ........................................................................\
8-8
– Engine overheat ............................................................. 6-12
– Engine serial number ....................................................... 9-9
– Fuel filter (Diesel engine models) ................................... 8-13
– Starting the engine ........................................................ 5-11
Exhaust gas (Carbon Monoxide) ............................................ 5-3
Exterior lights ...................................................................... 8-27
F
Filter
– Air cleaner filter ............................................................. 8-21
– Air conditioner filter .............................................. 4-17, 4-21
– Fuel filter (Diesel engine models) ................................... 8-13
Floor mats ........................................................................\
..... 7-4
Fluid
– Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ................................. 8-14
– Brake and clutch fluid .................................................... 8-15
– Continuously variable transmission fluid ......................... 8-14
– Window washer/headlight cleaner fluid .......................... 8-16
Fog light
– Front fog light ................................................................ 2-26
– Rear fog light ................................................................. 2-27
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Four-wheel drive (4WD) ...................................................... 5-24
– Driving four-wheel drive (4WD) safely ............................ 5-27
– Four-wheel drive (4WD) model (Tyres) .......................... 8-33
– Four-wheel drive mode indicator light ............................. 5-27
– Four-wheel drive warning light ....................................... 5-26
Front passenger air bag deactivation system ....................... 1-17
Front passenger air bag indicator light ................................. 1-17
Fuel
– Bleeding the fuel system ................................................ 8-14
– Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ................... 9-2
– Draining water (Fuel filter) .............................................. 8-13
– Fuel filter (Diesel engine models) ................................... 8-13
– Fuel gauge ...................................................................... 2-2
– Fuel recommendation ...................................................... 9-5
Fuel filler lid
– Cap ........................................................................\
....... 3-15
– Opener lever ................................................................. 3-15
Fuses ........................................................................\
.......... 8-23
– Engine compartment ...................................................... 8-24
– Passenger compartment ................................................ 8-23G
Gauges
– Engine coolant temperature gauge ................................... 2-2
– Fuel gauge ...................................................................... 2-2
– Meters and gauges .......................................................... 2-2
Glove box ........................................................................\
.... 2-31
Guide lines ........................................................................\
.... 4-7
H
Handbrake lever .................................................................. 3-16
Hazard warning flasher switch ............................................. 2-28 Head restraint
– Active head restraints ...................................................... 1-6
– Adjustment ...................................................................... 1-5
Headlight
– Headlight aiming control switch ..................................... 2-27
– Headlight and turn signal switch .................................... 2-24
– Headlight cleaner .......................................................... 2-28
– Headlight switch ............................................................ 2-24
– Headlights (bulb replacement) ....................................... 8-26
– Replacement (bulb) ....................................................... 8-25
– Turn signal switch .......................................................... 2-26
– Xenon ........................................................................\
... 2-24
Heated seats ....................................................................... 2-29
Heater and air conditioner ................................................... 4-12
Horn ........................................................................\
........... 2-29
How to adjust the screen view ............................................. 4-11
I
Ignition
– Ignition knob (Intelligent Key equipped models) ................ 5-8
– Ignition switch ................................................................. 5-6
Immobilizer
– NATS immobilizer radio approval number ....................... 9-10
– NISSAN Anti-Theft System (NATS) ............................... 3-13
Indicator lights ....................................................................... 2-3
Injured persons ..................................................................... 1-9
Inside rear-view mirror ......................................................... 3-17
Instrument and control layout
– LHD and RHD models ..................................................... 0-5
Integrated keyfob (remote control system) ............................. 3-3
– Battery replacement ...................................................... 8-19
– Ignition switch ................................................................. 5-6
– Keyfob operation failure ................................................... 3-6
– Locking the doors ............................................................ 3-5
– Setting the unlock mode .................................................. 3-4
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine – Jump-starting ........................................................ 6-10, 8-19
– Precautions when starting and driving .............................. 5-3
– Push-starting ................................................................. 6-12
– Starting the engine ........................................................ 5-11
Steering
– Power steering system .................................................. 5-38
– Steering lock ............................................................ 5-7, 5-9
– Steering wheel adjustment ............................................. 3-16
– Steering wheel switches for hands-free telephonecontrol ........................................................................\
... 4-55
– Steering-wheel switch for audio control ......................... 4-43
– Steering-wheel switch for hands-free telephone control . 4-50
– Telephone button ........................................ 4-44, 4-52, 4-55
Stop/Start System ............................................................... 5-21
Storage ........................................................................\
....... 2-31
– Bottle holder .................................................................. 2-32
– Console box .................................................................. 2-32
– Cup holder .................................................................... 2-32
– Glove box ...................................................................... 2-31
– Map pockets ................................................................. 2-32
– Roof rail ........................................................................\
2-32
– Seat pockets ................................................................. 2-32
– Storage trays ................................................................. 2-31
– Sunglasses holder ......................................................... 2-32
Sun visors ........................................................................\
... 3-17
Sunshade
– Sunshade (Reinitialisation procedure) ............................ 2-37
– Sunshade operation ...................................................... 2-36
Super Lock system ............................................................... 3-9
– Emergency situations ....................................................... 3-9
– Power door lock switch ................................................. 3-11
Supplemental Restraint System (air bag system)
– Air bag system .............................................................. 1-13
– Air bag warning labels ................................................... 1-16
– Air bag warning light ...................................................... 1-16
– Front passenger air bag deactivate switch ..................... 1-17
– Front passenger air bag indicator light ........................... 1-17 Switch
– Defogger switch ............................................................ 2-23
– Fog light switch ............................................................. 2-26
– Headlight and turn signal switch .................................... 2-24
– Headlight cleaner switch ................................................ 2-28
– Power door lock switch ................................................. 3-10
– Wiper and washer switch .............................................. 2-21
T
Tachometer ........................................................................\
... 2-2
Temporary-use spare tyre ...................................................... 6-2
Three-point type seat belts .................................................... 1-9
Three-way catalyst (Petrol engine models) ............................. 5-4
Tilting steering wheel ........................................................... 3-16
Tonneau cover .................................................................... 2-33
Towing
– Recommended towing for four-wheel drive (4WD)models ........................................................................\
.. 6-14
– Recommended towing for two-wheel drive (2WD) models ........................................................................\
.. 6-14
– Tow bar Installation ....................................................... 5-36
– Tow truck towing ........................................................... 6-13
– Towing eye .................................................................... 6-15
– Towing precautions ....................................................... 6-13
– Trailer towing ................................................................ 5-35
Trailer
– Trailer brakes ................................................................ 5-36
– Trailer detection ............................................................. 5-36
– Trailer direction indicator light .......................................... 2-9
– Trailer towing ................................................................ 5-35
Transmission
– Automatic transmission (ignition knob) ...................... 5-7, 5-9
– Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ................................. 8-14
– Continuously variable transmission (ignition knob) ..... 5-7, 5-9
– Continuously variable transmission fluid ......................... 8-14
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