TURN SIGNAL SWITCH1
Turn signal
Move the lever up or down to signal the turning
direction. When the turn is completed, the turn
signals cancel automatically.2
Lane change signal
To indicate a lane change, move the lever up or
down to the point where lights begin flashing.
FOG LIGHT SWITCH (if so
equipped)To turn the fog lights on, turn the headlight
switch to the
or
position, then turn
the switch to the
position. To turn them off,
turn the switch to the OFF position.To turn the driving light on, push the “ON” side
1of the driving light switch when the headlight
switch is in the
(high beam) position.
To turn off the driving light, push the “OFF” side
2
of the switch.
When the headlight switch is turned to the
neutral (low beam) position, the driving light
will be turned off. To turn on the driving light
again, push the ON side of the driving light
switch.
The driving light cannot be turned on without
the headlights on.
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Air recirculation button:
Off position:
Outside air is drawn into the passenger com-
partment.
Use the off position for normal heater, or air
conditioner operation.
If dust is not raised in front of the vehicle, this
position is effective to prevent dust entry.
On position (Indicator light on):
Interior air is recirculated inside the vehicle.
Push the air recirculation button to the on posi-
tion when driving on a dust raised road or to
avoid traffic fumes.
Air conditioner button:
Start the engine, move the fan speed control dial
to the desired (1 to 4) position and push the air
conditioner button to turn on the air conditioner.
The indicator light will come on when the air
conditioner button is on. To stop the air condi-
tioner, push the switch again to return it to the
original position.
The air conditioner cooling function oper-
ates only when the engine is running.
Heater operationHeating:
This mode is used to direct hot air from the floor
outlets.
1. Push the air recirculation button to the OFF
position for normal heating.
2. Turn the air control dial to the
position.
3. Turn on the fan speed control dial.
4. Turn the temperature control dial to the de-
sired position between the middle and the
hot position.
For quick heating, move the air recirculation
button to the ON position. Be sure to return
the air recirculation button to the OFF posi-
tion for normal heating.
Ventilation:
This mode directs outside air from the side and
center vents.
1. Push the air recirculation button to the OFF
position.
2. Turn the air control dial to theposition.
3. Turn on the fan speed control dial.
4. Turn the temperature control dial to the de-
sired position.Defrosting or defogging:
This mode is used to defrost/defog the windows.
1. Push the air recirculation button to the OFF
position.
2. Turn the air control dial to the
position.
3. Turn on the fan speed control dial.
4. Turn the temperature control dial to the de-
sired position between the middle and the
hot position.
To quickly remove ice from the windows,
push the air recirculation button to the ON
position, the fan speed control dial to 4 and
the temperature control dial to the full hot
position. As soon as possible after the win-
dow is clear, push the air recirculation button
to the off position.
Bi-level heating:
This mode directs outside air from the side and
center vents and hot air from the floor outlets.
1. Push the air recirculation button to the OFF
position.
2. Turn the air control dial to theposition.
3. Turn on the fan speed control dial.
4. Normally turn the temperature control dial to
the midpoint between hot and cold.
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Heating and defogging:
This mode heats the interior and defogs the
windshield.
1. Push the air recirculation button to the OFF
position.
2. Turn the air control dial to the
position.
3. Turn on the fan speed control dial.
4. Turn the temperature control dial to the de-
sired position between the middle and the
hot position.
Operating tips:
Clear snow and ice from the wiper blade
and air inlet in front of the windshield. This
will improve heater operation.
Air conditioner operationStart the engine, move the fan speed control dial
to the desired (1 to 4) position and push in the
air conditioner button to activate the air condi-
tioner. When the air conditioner is on, cooling
and dehumidifying functions will be added to the
heater operation.
The air conditioner cooling function oper-
ates only when the engine is running.
Cooling:
This mode is used to cool and dehumidify.1. Push the air recirculation button to the OFF
position.
2. Turn the air control dial to the
position.
3. Turn on the fan speed control dial.
4. Push on the air conditioner button. The indi-
cator light will come on.
5. Turn the temperature control dial to the de-
sired position.
For quick cooling when the outside tempera-
ture is high, push the air recirculation button
to the ON position. Be sure to return the air
recirculation button to the OFF position for
normal cooling.
Dehumidified heating:
This mode is used to heat and dehumidify.
1. Push the air recirculation button to the OFF
position.
2. Turn the air control dial to theposition.
3. Turn on the fan speed control dial.
4. Push on the air conditioner button. The indi-
cator light will come on.
5. Turn the temperature control dial to the de-
sired position.Dehumidified defogging:
This mode is used to defog the windows and
dehumidify.
1. Push the air recirculation button to the OFF
position.
2. Turn the air control dial to the
position.
3. Turn on the fan speed control dial.
4. Push on the air conditioner button. The indi-
cator light will come on.
5. Turn the temperature control dial to the de-
sired position.
Operating tips:
Keep windows closed while the air condi-
tioner is in operation.
After parking in the sun, drive for two or three
minutes with the windows open to vent hot air
from the passenger compartment. Then,
close the windows. This will allow the air
conditioner to cool the interior more quickly.
The air conditioning system should be
operated for about ten minutes at least
once a month. This helps prevent dam-
age to the system due to lack of lubri-
cation.
If the coolant temperature gauge exceeds the
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the support of others alone in your
vehicle. Unattended pets should not
be left alone either.
Using the recirculation mode for long
periods may cause the interior air to
become stale and the windows to fog
up.
Changing heating or air conditioning
controls should not be done while
driving so that full attention may be
given to vehicle operation.
Automatic operation (AUTO)Start the engine and operate the controls to
activate the air conditioner.
Cooling and/or dehumidified heating:
This mode may be normally used all year round
as the system automatically works to keep a
constant temperature. Air flow distribution and
fan speed are also controlled automatically.
1. Turn the fan speed control dial and air flow
control dial to the AUTO position.
Then push the A/C button on. (The indicator
light will come on.)2. Turn the temperature control dial to set the
desired temperature.
Adjust the temperature set dial to about 24°C
(75°F) for normal operation.
The temperature of the passenger compart-
ment will be maintained automatically. Air
flow distribution and fan speed are also con-
trolled automatically.
Heating (A/C OFF):
The air conditioner does not activate. When you
need to heat only, use this mode.
1. Turn the fan speed control dial and air flow
control dial to the AUTO position.
Then push the A/C button off. (The A/C
button indicator light will go off.)
2. Turn the temperature control dial to set the
desired temperature.
The temperature of the passenger compart-
ment will be maintained automatically. Air
flow distribution and fan speed are also con-
trolled automatically.
Do not set the temperature lower than the
outside air temperature. Otherwise the sys-
tem may not work properly.
Not recommended if windows fog up.Dehumidified defrosting or defogging:
1. Turn the fan speed control dial to the desired
position.
2. Turn the air flow control dial to the
(DEF) position.
3. Turn the temperature control dial to set the
desired temperature.
To quickly remove ice from the outside of the
windows, turn the fan speed control dial to
the maximum position.
As soon as possible after the windshield is
clean, turn the air flow control dial to the
AUTO position to return to the auto mode.
When the air flow control dial is turned to theor
position, the air conditioner
will automatically be turned on at outside
temperatures above −5°C (23°F) to defog
the windshield, and the air recirculation mode
will automatically be turned off.
Outside air is drawn into the passenger
compartment to improve the defogging per-
formance.
Manual operationFan speed control:
Turn the fan speed control dial
to manually
control the fan speed.
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Turn the dial to the AUTO position to return to
automatic control of the fan speed.
Intake air control (Air recirculation/Fresh
air):
Each time the air intake button is pushed, the
indicator light on the button will alternate be-
tween
(Air recirculation) and
(Fresh air).
When the
indicator light is on, the interior
air is recirculated. When the air recirculation
mode is selected with the A/C indicator off while
the fan speed control dial is in the AUTO
position, the air conditioner will turn on.
When theindicator light is on, the outside
air is drawn into the passenger compartment.
When the air intake button is pushed for
longer than 1.5 seconds, both indicator lights
(
and
) will flash twice, and then
the intake air will be controlled automatically.
During this AUTO mode, the indicator light of
the currently selected mode illuminates.
When the air flow control dial is in the
or
position, the air recirculation
mode does not activate.
Air flow control:
Turning the air flow control dial selects the air
outlet to:
: Air flows from center and side ventila-
tors.: Air flows from center and side ventila-
tors and foot outlets.: Air flows mainly from foot outlets.: Air flows from defroster and foot out-
lets.: Air flows mainly from defroster outlets.
Temperature control:
Turn the temperature control dial to set the
desired temperature. The temperature range is
between 18°C (65°F) and 32°C (85°F).
To turn the system off:
Turn the fan speed control dial to the OFF
position.
Operating tips:
When the engine coolant temperature and out-
side air temperature are low, the air flow from the
foot outlets may not operate for a maximum of
150 seconds. However, this is not a malfunction.
After the coolant temperature warms up, the air
flow from the foot outlets will operate normally.The sensor
1
on the instrument panel helps
maintain a constant temperature; do not put
anything on or around this sensor.
In-cabin microfilterThe air conditioning system is equipped with an
in-cabin microfilter which collects dirt, pollen,
dust, etc. To make sure the air conditioner heats,
defogs, and ventilates efficiently, replace the
filter according to the specified maintenance
intervals listed in your Service and Maintenance
Guide. To replace the filter, contact a NISSAN
dealer.
The filter should be replaced if the air flow
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decreases significantly or if windows fog
up easily when operating the heater or air
conditioning system.The air conditioning system in your NISSAN
vehicle is charged with a refrigerant designed
with the environment in mind.This refrigerant
will not harm the earth’s ozone layer.How-
ever, special charging equipment and lubricants
are required when servicing your NISSAN air
conditioner. Using improper refrigerants or lubri-
cants will cause severe damage to your air
conditioning system. See “Capacities and rec-
ommended fuel/lubricants” in the “9. Technical
and consumer information” section for air con-
ditioning system refrigerant and lubricant recom-
mendations.
A NISSAN dealer will be able to service your
environmentally friendly air conditioning system.
WARNING
The air conditioner system contains re-
frigerant under high pressure. To avoid
personal injury, any air conditioner ser-
vice should be done only by an experi-
enced technician with proper equip-
ment.
AUDIO OPERATION PRECAUTIONS
Cassette playerTo maintain good quality sound,
NISSAN recommends using cassette
tapes of 60 minutes or shorter in length.
Cassette tapes should be removed from
the player when not in use. Store cas-
settes in their protective cases and
away from direct sunlight, heat, dust,
moisture and magnetic sources.
Direct sunlight can cause the cassette to
become deformed. The use of deformed
cassettes may cause the cassette to jam
in the player.
Do not use cassettes with labels which
are peeling and loose. If used, the label
could jam in the player.
If a cassette has loose tape, insert a
pencil through one of the cassette hubs
and rewind the tape firmly around the
hubs. Loose tape may cause tape jam-
ming and wavering sound quality.
Over a period of time, the playback
head, capstan and pinch roller may col-
lect a tape coating residue as the tape is
played. This residue accumulation can
cause weak or wavering sound, and
SERVICING AIR CONDITIONER AUDIO SYSTEM
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1. Clearance light
2. Headlight/Daytime running light
3. Front turn signal light/Front park light
4. Front fog light (if so equipped)
5. Map light/Room light
6. Side turn signal light
7. Driving light (if so equipped)
8. Front side marker light
9. Room light
10. Stop/tail light
11. Luggage room light
12. Rear turn signal light
13. High-mounted stop light
14. Back-up light
15. License plate light
16. Step light
17. Rear side marker light
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EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR LIGHTS
Item Wattage (W) BulbNo.
Front turn signal light 21 T20
Front park light 5 T20
Side turn signal light 5 T10
Driving light (if so equipped)* 65 H1
Front side marker light 5 T10
Front fog light (if so equipped)* 55 H11
Rear combination light*
Turn signal 21 S25
Stop/Tail 21/5 T20
Back-up 21
License plate light 5 T10
High-mounted stop light 5
Room light 10
Map light 8
Luggage room light 10
Step light* 2.7 161
Rear side marker light 5 T10
*: See a NISSAN dealer for replacement.
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