2007 NISSAN MURANO steering wheel

Do not use the hazard warning flash-
ers while moving on the highway un-
less unusual circumstances force you
to drive so slowly that your vehicle
might become a hazard to other traf-
fic.

Turn signals do not work when the
hazard warning flasher lights are on.
The flasher will operate with the ignition switch in
any position.
To sound the horn, push the center pad upper
area of the steering wheel.
WARNING
Do not disassemble the horn. Doing so
could affect proper operation of the
supplemental front air bag system. Tam-
pering with the supplemental front air
bag system may result in serious per-
sonal injury.The front seats are warmed by built-in heaters.
The switches located on the center console can
be operated independently (driver side seat
A
and front passenger side seat
B) of each other.
1. Start the engine.
2. Select heat range.
1For high heat, push the
(High) side
of the switch.
2For low heat, push the
(Low) side of
the switch.
3For no heat, the switch has a center OFF
position between low and high.
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SIC2056
HORNHEATED SEATS (if so equipped)
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3 Pre-driving checks and adjustmentsKeys ........................................................................................... 3-2
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System (NVIS)
keys ...................................................................................... 3-2
Doors......................................................................................... 3-3
Locking with key ............................................................... 3-3
Locking with inside lock knob...................................... 3-4
Locking with power door lock switch ......................... 3-4
Child safety rear door lock ............................................ 3-5
Remote keyless entry system (models without
Intelligent Key system) .......................................................... 3-5
How to use remote keyless entry system.................. 3-6
Intelligent Key system (if so equipped) ............................ 3-9
Door locks/unlocks precaution ................................. 3-11
Intelligent Key operation .............................................. 3-12
Operating the engine.................................................... 3-13
Intelligent Key operating range ................................. 3-15
Warning signals ............................................................. 3-17
Trouble-shooting guide ................................................ 3-19
Operation with intelligent remote keyless entry
system .............................................................................. 3-20Operation with the mechanical key and valet
key ..................................................................................... 3-23
Hood ....................................................................................... 3-24
Lift gate .................................................................................. 3-24
Fuel-filler door ...................................................................... 3-26
Open the fuel-filler door .............................................. 3-26
Fuel-filler cap .................................................................. 3-27
Steering wheel ..................................................................... 3-28
Tilt operation ................................................................... 3-28
Pedal position adjustment (if so equipped).................. 3-29
Sun visors.............................................................................. 3-30
Mirrors .................................................................................... 3-30
Inside mirror .................................................................... 3-30
Automatic anti-glare inside mirror (if so
equipped)......................................................................... 3-31
Outside mirrors .............................................................. 3-32
Automatic drive positioner (if so equipped) ................. 3-33
Entry/exit function .......................................................... 3-33
Memory storage ............................................................. 3-33
System operation ........................................................... 3-34


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WARNING
Do not start the engine from outside the
vehicle through the window. Doing so
could lead to an accident and injury. Be
sure to sit in the driver’s seat to use the
key.
For important safety information, see “Starting
the engine” in the “5. Starting and driving”
section.

When the ignition switch is pushed under the
following conditions, the key warning light in
the instrument panel comes on in red. It is not
possible to turn the ignition switch when:
•you do not have the Intelligent Key with
you
•the Intelligent Key battery has run down
•you have a Intelligent Key for another
vehicle with you

Slowly turn the ignition switch after the key
warning light comes on in green. If it is turned
quickly, it may stick and be difficult to turn.

The engine may not start if the Intelligent Key
is placed:•inside the glove box or the door pocket
•on the instrument panel
•in the corner of interior compartment.

If it is difficult to turn the ignition switch,
perform the following:
•Push the ignition switch again and slowly
turn it left and to the right.
•Turn the ignition switch while gently turn-
ing the steering wheel to the left or right.
Stopping the engine1. Shift the selector lever to the P position.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC position.
WARNING
When you leave the vehicle, be sure to
observe the following:

Shift the selector lever to P. (In other
positions, the ignition switch will not
return to LOCK.)

Securely return the ignition switch to
LOCK.

Set the parking brake. Failure to do
so could result in unexpected vehicle
movement and could lead to severe
injury.INTELLIGENT KEY OPERATING
RANGEThe Intelligent Key functions can be used only
when you carry the key with you and operate as
specified in the operating range inside or outside
the vehicle.
When the Intelligent Key battery runs down or
where there are strong radio waves or noise, the
operating range may be narrower or the key may
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Trouble-shooting examplesWhen it is difficult to turn the ignition
switch

Push the ignition switch and turn it to the left
and then to the right.

While gently turning the steering wheel to the
left or right, turn the ignition switch.OPERATION WITH INTELLIGENT
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEMIt is possible to lock/unlock all doors, fuel-filler
door, activate the panic alarm and open the
windows by pushing the buttons on the Intelli-
gent Key from outside the vehicle.
Before locking the doors, make sure the
key is not left in the vehicle.
The LOCK/UNLOCK button on the Intelligent
Key can operate at a distance of approximately
33 ft (10 m) from the vehicle. (The effective
distance depends upon the conditions around
the vehicle.)
As many as 4 Intelligent Key can be used with
one vehicle. For information concerning the pur-
chase and use of an additional Intelligent Key,
contact a NISSAN dealer.
The LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on the Intelli-
gent Key will not operate when:
the Intelligent Key is too far away from the
vehicle

the Intelligent Key battery runs down
After locking with the Intelligent remote keyless
entry function, pull the door handle to make sure
the doors are securely locked.
The operating range varies depending on the
environment. To securely operate the LOCK and
UNLOCK buttons on the Intelligent Key, ap-
proach the vehicle to about 3 ft (1 m) from the
door.
The panic alarm will not activate when the
mechanical key or the valet key is in the
ignition switch.
A
LOCK button
B
UNLOCK button
C
PANIC alarm
How to use remote keyless entry
systemSetting hazard indicator and horn
(buzzer) mode:
This vehicle is set in hazard indicator and horn
(buzzer) mode when you first receive the vehicle.
The hazard indicator and horn (buzzer)
mode also can be changed with vehicle
electronic systems on the monitor. See “4.
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when filling.
— Keep the pump nozzle in contact
with the container while you are
filling it.
— Use only approved portable fuel
containers for flammable liquid.

Never pour fuel into the throttle body
to attempt to start your vehicle.
CAUTION

If fuel is spilled on the vehicle body,
flush it away with water to avoid
paint damage.

Tighten until the fuel-filler cap clicks.
Failure to tighten the fuel-filler cap
properly may cause the
mal-
function indicator light (MIL) to illu-
minate. If the
light illuminates
because the fuel-filler cap is loose or
missing, tighten or install the cap and
continue to drive the vehicle. The
light should turn off after a few
driving trips. If the
light doesnot turn off after a few driving trips,
have the vehicle inspected by a
NISSAN dealer.

For additional information, see the
“Malfunction indicator light (MIL)” in
the “Instruments and controls” sec-
tion.
WARNING

Do not adjust the steering wheel
while driving. You could lose control
of your vehicle and cause an acci-
dent.

Do not put anything on or near the
steering wheel when tilting.TILT OPERATIONThe steering wheel will pop up when the lock
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lever is pulled as illustrated
1.
Keep holding the lock lever and adjust the
steering wheel to the desired position
2.
Release the lock lever to lock the steering wheel.
The accelerator and brake pedals can be ad-
justed for driving comfort.
Use the pedal adjusting switch to adjust the
brake and accelerator pedal position forward
1
or backward
2. Pedal adjustment can only be
performed when:

Ignition switch is in the OFF, ACC or LOCK
position, or

Ignition switch is ON and the selector lever is
in the P (Park) position
The brake and accelerator pedals cannot be
adjusted separately.
CAUTION
Do not adjust the pedal position with
your foot on the pedal.
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PEDAL POSITIONADJUSTMENT
(if so equipped)
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CD EJECT:
When the CD EJECT button is pushed with the
compact disc loaded, the compact disc will be
ejected.
To eject the selected discs by the EJECT button,
push it for less than 1.5 seconds.
To eject all the discs, push the EJECT button for
more than 1.5 seconds.
When this button is pushed while the compact
disc is being played, the compact disc will come
out and the system will turn off.
If the compact disc comes out and is not
removed, it will be pulled back into the slot
to protect it.
CD CARE AND CLEANING
Handle a CD by its edges. Never touch the
surface of the disc. Do not bend the disc.

Always place the discs in the storage case
when they are not being used.

To clean a disc, wipe the surface from the
center to the outer edge using a clean, soft
cloth. Do not wipe the disc using a circular
motion.
Do not use a conventional record cleaner or
alcohol intended for industrial use.

A new disc may be rough on its inner and
outer edges. Remove the rough edges using
the side of a pen or pencil as illustrated.1. Volume control switch
2. MODE select switch
3. POWER on/off switch
4. Memory change⋅Seek and APS switch
STEERING SWITCH FOR AUDIO
CONTROL (if so equipped)The audio system can be operated using the
controls on the steering wheel.POWER on/off switchWith the ignition switch turned to the ACC or
ON position, push the POWER on/off switch to
turn the audio system on or off.
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5 Starting and drivingPrecautions when starting and driving ............................. 5-2
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) .................................. 5-2
Three-way catalyst ........................................................... 5-3
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) ................. 5-3
Avoiding collision and rollover ...................................... 5-5
On-pavement and offroad driving precautions
(AWD) ................................................................................. 5-6
Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving .............................. 5-6
Driving safety precautions.............................................. 5-6
Ignition switch (Except for Intelligent Key equipped
model) ....................................................................................... 5-9
Key positions .................................................................. 5-10
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System (NVIS) ......... 5-10
Ignition switch (Intelligent Key System equipped
model)..................................................................................... 5-10
Ignition switch positions .............................................. 5-11
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System (NVIS) ......... 5-12
Before starting the engine ................................................ 5-12
Starting the engine ............................................................. 5-13
Driving the vehicle ............................................................... 5-13
CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission)............. 5-13
M-CVT (CVT with Manual shift mode)..................... 5-17
Parking brake........................................................................ 5-21
Cruise control ....................................................................... 5-22Precautions on cruise control .................................... 5-22
Cruise control operations ............................................ 5-22
Break-in schedule .............................................................. 5-24
Increasing fuel economy .................................................... 5-24
Using all-wheel drive (AWD) (if so equipped) ............ 5-25
AWD lock switch operations...................................... 5-25
AWD warning light ........................................................ 5-27
Parking/parking on hills...................................................... 5-29
Power steering ..................................................................... 5-30
Brake system ........................................................................ 5-30
Braking precautions ...................................................... 5-30
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ............................... 5-31
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system
(if so equipped) .................................................................. 5-32
Cold weather driving .......................................................... 5-34
Freeing a frozen door lock .......................................... 5-34
Antifreeze ......................................................................... 5-34
Battery .............................................................................. 5-34
Draining of coolant water ............................................ 5-34
Tire equipment................................................................ 5-34
Special winter equipment ............................................ 5-35
Driving on snow or ice ................................................. 5-35
Engine block heater (if so equipped) ....................... 5-35


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