2006 NISSAN X-TRAIL cabin filter

hot position, turn the air conditioner off. For
additional information, see “If your vehicle
overheats” in the “6. In case of emergency”
section.
In-cabin microfilterThe air conditioning system is equipped with an
in-cabin microfilter which collects dirt, pollen,
dust, etc. To make sure air conditioner heats,
defogs, and ventilates efficiently, replace the
filter regularly. To replace the filter, contact a
NISSAN dealer.
The filter should be replaced if air flow is
extremely decreased or when windows fog
up easily during operating heater or air
conditioning system.
AUTOMATIC TYPE1. Air flow control dial
2. Temperature control dial*
* The display of degrees:
“18-25-32” is used for °C.
3. Fan speed control dial
4. Rear window defogger button
(Refer to the “2. Instruments and controls”
section.)
5. Air intake button
(Air recirculation and Fresh air)
6. A/C (Air conditioner) button
WARNING

The air conditioner cooling function
operates only when the engine is
running.

On hot, sunny days, temperatures in
a closed vehicle could quickly be-
come high enough to cause severe or
possibly fatal injuries to people or
animals. Do not leave children or
adults who would normally require
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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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10 Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock brake system)................................ 5-25
Air bag warning labels ............................................. 1-47
Air bag warning light ....................................... 1-47, 2-9
Air cleaner housing filter.......................................... 8-18
Air conditioner
Air conditioner service....................................... 4-14
Air conditioner specification label .................. 9-11
Air conditioning system refrigerant and
lubricant recommendations ..................... 4-14, 9-6
Heater and air conditioner (automatic) ......... 4-11
Heater and air conditioner (manual)................. 4-8
In-cabin microfilter .................................. 4-11, 4-13
Alcohol, drugs and driving......................................... 5-4
Anchor point locations
Top tether strap .................................................. 1-28
Antenna ........................................................................ 4-17
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .............................. 5-25
Anti-lock brake warning light .................................... 2-7
Appearance care
Exterior appearance care .................................... 7-2
Interior appearance care ..................................... 7-4
Armrest......................................................................... 1-10
Audible reminders ..................................................... 2-12
Audio operation precautions .................................. 4-14
Audio system .............................................................. 4-14
Autochanger, Compact Disc (CD) ....................... 4-22Automatic
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ................ 8-13
Driving with automatic transmission ..... 5-6, 5-10
Transmission selector lever lock release ...... 5-12
Avoiding collision and rollover .................................. 5-3
B
Back door ...................................................................... 3-7
Battery .......................................................................... 8-16
Battery replacement
Remote keyless entry system .......................... 8-24
Before starting the engine ......................................... 5-9
Belts (See drive belts) ............................................. 8-17
Booster seats ............................................................ 1-32
Brake
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ......................... 5-25
Brake and clutch fluid ....................................... 8-14
Brake booster ...................................................... 8-22
Brake pedal .......................................................... 8-21
Brake pedal check ............................................. 8-21
Brake system ....................................................... 5-24
Parking brake check............................... 5-15, 8-21
Parking brake operation .................................... 5-15
Warning light .......................................................... 2-8
Break-in schedule ..................................................... 5-18
Brightness control, Instrument panel ................... 2-19
Bulbcheck/instrument panel .................................... 2-7
Bulbreplacement ...................................................... 8-26C
Cabin air filter ................................................. 4-11, 4-13
Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants...... 9-2
Car phone or CB radio............................................ 4-32
Cargo (See vehicle loading information)............. 2-33
Cargo net .................................................................... 2-33
Cassette player (See audio system) .................... 4-21
Catalytic converter, Three way catalyst ................. 5-3
CD care and cleaning .............................................. 4-32
Child restraints ........................................................... 1-20
Installation on front passenger seat............... 1-21
Installation on rear center or outboard
positions ................................................................ 1-35
Precautions on child restraints........................ 1-20
Top tether strap anchor point locations ....... 1-28
With top tether strap ......................................... 1-28
Child safety ................................................................. 1-14
Child safety rear door lock ........................................ 3-4
Chimes
Audible reminders............................................... 2-12
Seat belt warning light and chime .................... 2-9
Circuit breaker, Fusible link .................................... 8-23
Cleaning exterior and interior .......................... 7-2, 7-4
Clock ............................................................................ 2-24
Clutch fluid.................................................................. 8-14
C.M.V.S.S. certification label .................................. 9-10
Cold weather driving ................................................ 5-28
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Fuses ............................................................................ 8-22
Fusible links ................................................................ 8-23
G
Gas cap ....................................................................... 3-10
Gauge ............................................................................. 2-3
Engine coolant temperature gauge .................. 2-5
Fuel gauge .............................................................. 2-6
Odometer ................................................................ 2-4
Speedometer .......................................................... 2-4
Tachometer ............................................................. 2-5
General maintenance .................................................. 8-2
Glove box .................................................................... 2-30
Glove box lock ........................................................... 2-30
H
Hazard warning flasher switch............................... 2-21
Head restraints ............................................................. 1-9
Headlights
Bulbreplacement ............................................... 8-27
Headlight switch ................................................. 2-18
Heated seats .............................................................. 2-22
Heater, Engine block heater ................................... 5-30
Hood release ................................................................ 3-7
Hook, Luggage hook ................................................ 2-33
Horn .............................................................................. 2-22
How to stop alarm, Vehicle security .................... 2-14
I
Ignition switch ............................................................... 5-6Automatic transmission models ............. 5-6, 5-10
Key positions .......................................................... 5-8
Manual transmission models .................. 5-7, 5-14
Immobilizer system .................................................... 2-14
In-cabin microfilter ......................................... 4-11, 4-13
Indicator lights............................................................ 2-10
Instrument brightness control ................................ 2-19
Instrument panel........................................................... 2-2
Interior light replacement......................................... 8-30
Interior lights ............................................................... 2-39
J
Jump starting................................................................. 6-7
K
Keyless entry (See remote keyless entry
system) ........................................................................... 3-5
Keys................................................................................. 3-2
L
Label, Air conditioner specification label ............ 9-11
Label, C.M.V.S.S. certification label ..................... 9-10
Label, Emission control information label............ 9-10
Labels
Air bag warning labels ...................................... 1-47
Engine serial number ......................................... 9-10
Vehicle identification number (VIN) .................. 9-9
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren) system....................................................... 1-26Light
Air bag warning light ......................................... 1-47
Bulbreplacement ............................................... 8-26
Fog light switch................................................... 2-20
Headlight switch ................................................. 2-18
Headlights Bulbreplacement .......................... 8-27
Interior lights ........................................................ 2-39
Luggage room light ............................................ 2-41
Map light ............................................................... 2-41
Replacement ........................................................ 8-26
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders ..................................................... 2-7, 2-10
Lights, Exterior and interior light replacement ... 8-30
Loading information (See vehicle loading
information) ................................................................. 9-11
Lock
Back door lock....................................................... 3-7
Door locks ............................................................... 3-3
Glove box lock..................................................... 2-30
Luggage floor board ................................................. 2-32
Luggage hooks .......................................................... 2-33
Luggage room light................................................... 2-41
M
Maintenance
Battery ................................................................... 8-16
General maintenance ........................................... 8-2
Inside the vehicle................................................... 8-3
Maintenance information (display) .................... 4-3
Maintenance precautions .................................... 8-5
Maintenance requirements.................................. 8-2
Outside the vehicle............................................... 8-2
Seat belt maintenance ...................................... 1-19


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