2008 NISSAN MURANO roof

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Model "Z51-D" EDITED: 2008/ 6/ 26
side collisions, although they may inflate if the
forces in another type of collision are similar to
those of a higher severity side impact. They are
designed to inflate on the side where the vehicle
is impacted. They may not inflate in certain side
collisions. Curtain and rollover air bags are also
designed to inflate in certain types of rollover
collisions or near rollovers.
Vehicle damage (or lack of it) is not always an
indication of proper side air bag and curtain and
rollover air bag operation.
When the side air bags and curtain and rollover
air bags inflate, a fairly loud noise may be heard,
followed by release of smoke. This smoke is not
harmful and does not indicate a fire. Care should
be taken not to inhale it, as it may cause irritation
and choking. Those with a history of a breathing
condition should get fresh air promptly.
Side air bags, along with the use of seat belts,
help to cushion the impact force on the chest
and pelvic area of the front occupants. Curtain
and rollover air bags help to cushion the impact
force to the head of occupants in the front and
rear outboard seating positions. They can help
save lives and reduce serious injuries. However,
side air bags and curtain and rollover air bags
may cause abrasions or other injuries. Side air
bags and curtain and rollover air bags do not
provide restraint to the lower body.
The seat belts should be correctly worn and thedriver and passenger seated upright as far as
practical away from the side air bags. Rear seat
passengers should be seated as far away as
practical from the door finishers and side roof
rails. The side air bags and curtain and rollover
air bags inflate quickly in order to help protect
the occupants in the outboard seating positions.
Because of this, the force of the side air bags
and curtain and rollover air bags inflating can
increase the risk of injury if the occupant is too
close to, or is against, these air bag modules
during inflation. The side air bags and curtain
and rollover air bags will deflate quickly after the
collision is over.
The side air bags and curtain and rollover
air bags operate only when the ignition
switch is in the ON position.
After pushing the ignition switch to the ON
position, the supplemental air bag warning
light illuminates. The supplemental air bag
warning light will turn off after about 7
seconds if the systems are operational.
WARNING
.Do not place any objects near the
seatback of the front seats. Also, do
not place any objects (an umbrella,
bag, etc.) between the front door
finisher and the front seat. Suchobjects may become dangerous
projectiles and cause injury if a side
air bag inflates.
.Right after inflation, several side air
bag and curtain and rollover air bag
system components will be hot. Do
not touch them; you may severely
burn yourself.
.No unauthorized changes should be
made to any components or wiring
of this side air bag and curtain and
rollover air bag systems. This is to
prevent accidental inflation of the
side air bags and curtain and roll-
over air bags or damage to the side-
impact air bag and curtain side-
impact and rollover air bag systems.
.Do not make unauthorized changes
to your vehicle’s electrical system,
suspension system or side panel.
This could affect proper operation
of the side air bag and curtain and
rollover air bag systems.
.Tampering with the supplemental
air bag system may result in serious
personal injury. For example, do not
change the front seats by placing
material near the seatbacks or by
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After pretensioner activation, load limiters allow
the seat belt to release webbing (if necessary) to
reduce forces against the chest.
If any abnormality occurs in the pretensioner
system, the supplemental air bag warning light
will not come on, will flash intermittently or
will turn on for 7 seconds and remain on after
the ignition switch has been pushed to the ON
position. In this case, the pretensioner may not
function properly. They must be checked and
repaired. Take your vehicle to the nearest
NISSAN dealer.
When selling your vehicle, we request that you
inform the buyer about the pretensioner system
and guide the buyer to the appropriate sections
in this Owner’s Manual.
SSS0362
SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG WARNING
LABELSWarning labels about the supplemental front-
impact air bag and front seat-mounted side-
impact supplemental air bag systems are placed
in the vehicle as shown in the illustration.*1
SRS air bag
The warning labels are located on the surface of
the sun visors.*2
SRS side air bags
The warning label is located on the side of the
passenger’s side center pillar.
SPA1097
SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG WARNING
LIGHTThe supplemental air bag warning light, display-
ing
in the instrument panel, monitors the
circuits of the supplemental front-impact air bag,
front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental
air bag, roof-mounted curtain side-impact and
rollover supplemental air bag and seat belt
pretensioner systems. The monitored circuits
include Air bag Control Unit (ACU) , crash zone
sensor, satellite sensors, occupant classification
system, front air bag modules, side air bag
modules, curtain and rollover air bag modules,
pretensioners and all related wiring.
When the ignition switch is in the ON position,
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2 Instruments and controls
Model "Z51-D" EDITED: 2008/ 6/ 23
Instrument panel................................................ 2-2
Meters and gauges............................................. 2-4
Speedometer and odometer............................. 2-5
Tachometer................................................... 2-6
Engine coolant temperature gauge..................... 2-6
Fuel gauge................................................... 2-7
Compass (if so equipped).................................... 2-7
Zone variation change procedure....................... 2-9
Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders....... 2-10
Checking bulbs........................................... 2-10
Warning lights............................................. 2-10
Indicator lights............................................. 2-15
Audible reminders........................................ 2-17
Dot matrix liquid crystal display............................ 2-17
Indicators for operation.................................. 2-18
Indicators for maintenance.............................. 2-20
Trip computer.............................................. 2-21
Security systems.............................................. 2-25
Vehicle security system (if so equipped)............ 2-25
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System................. 2-27
Windshield wiper and washer switch.................... 2-28
Rain-sensing auto wiper system
(if so equipped).......................................... 2-29
Rear window wiper and washer switch.................. 2-30
Rear window and outside mirror defroster switch..... 2-31Headlight and turn signal switch.......................... 2-32
Xenon headlights (if so equipped).................... 2-32
Headlight switch.......................................... 2-32
Turn signal switch........................................ 2-36
Fog light switch (if so equipped)...................... 2-36
Hazard warning flasher switch............................. 2-36
Horn............................................................. 2-37
Heated seats (if so equipped)............................. 2-37
Clock............................................................ 2-38
Models without color display........................... 2-38
Models with color display............................... 2-39
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch........... 2-39
Power outlet................................................... 2-39
Cigarette lighter and ashtray (if so equipped).......... 2-41
Storage......................................................... 2-41
Cup holders................................................ 2-41
Sunglasses holder........................................ 2-42
Glove box.................................................. 2-43
Console box............................................... 2-44
Storage box (if so equipped).......................... 2-45
Cargo floor box........................................... 2-45
Luggage side box......................................... 2-46
Cargo cover (if so equipped).......................... 2-46
Luggage hooks (if so equipped)...................... 2-47
Roof rack (if so equipped).............................. 2-48

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Coat hooks................................................. 2-49
Cargo net (if so equipped)............................. 2-49
Windows....................................................... 2-49
Power windows........................................... 2-49
Moonroof (if so equipped).................................. 2-52
Automatic moonroof and sunshades................. 2-52
Interior lights................................................... 2-54
Map lights.................................................. 2-54
Personal lights............................................. 2-54
Interior light control switch............................. 2-54
Mood lights.................................................... 2-55
Vanity mirror lights............................................ 2-56Cargo lights.................................................... 2-56
HomeLink
®Universal Transceiver (if so equipped).... 2-57
Programming HomeLink
®............................... 2-57
Programming HomeLink®for Canadian
customers.................................................. 2-59
Operating the HomeLink®Universal
Transceiver................................................. 2-59
Programming trouble-diagnosis....................... 2-59
Clearing the programmed information................ 2-59
Reprogramming a single HomeLink
®button........ 2-59
If your vehicle is stolen.................................. 2-60

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SIC3597
ROOF RACK (if so equipped)Always distribute the luggage evenly on the roof
rack. Do not load more than 165 lb (75 kg) on
the roof rails. Observe the maximum load limit
shown on the crossbars or roof carriers when
you attach them on the roof rails. Contact a
NISSAN dealer for crossbar or other equipment
information. Be careful that your vehicle does
not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
(GVWR) or its Gross Axle Weight Rating
(GAWR front and rear) . The GVWR and GAWR
are located on the F.M.V.S.S. or C.V.M.S.S.
certification label (located on the driver’s door
pillar) . For more information regarding GVWR
and GAWR, see “VEHICLE LOADING INFOR-
MATION” in the “9. Technical and consumerinformation” section.
WARNING
.Drive extra carefully when the vehi-
cle is loaded at or near the cargo
carrying capacity, especially if the
significant portion of that load is
carried on the roof rack.
.Heavy loading of the roof rack has
the potential to affect the vehicle
stability and handling during sud-
den or unusual handling maneuvers.
.Roof rack load should be evenly
distributed.
.Do not exceed maximum roof rack
load weight capacity.
.Properly secure all cargo with ropes
or straps to help prevent it from
sliding or shifting. In a sudden stop
or collision, unsecured cargo could
cause personal injury.
CAUTION
Use care when placing or removing
items from the roof rack. If you cannot
comfortably lift the items onto the roofrack from the ground, use a ladder or
stool.
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Model "Z51-D" EDITED: 2008/ 6/ 26
WARNING
.In an accident you could be thrown
from the vehicle through an open
moonroof. Always use seat belts
and child restraints.
.Do not allow anyone to stand up or
extend any portion of their body out
of the moonroof opening while the
vehicle is in motion or while the
moonroof is closing.
CAUTION
.Remove water drops, snow, ice or
sand from the moonroof before
opening.
.Do not place any heavy object on
the moonroof or surrounding area.
.Do not push or pull on the sun-
shade. Doing so can damage the
sunshade.
AUTOMATIC MOONROOF AND SUN-
SHADESThe moonroof and sunshades only operates
when the ignition switch is in the ON position.
The automatic moonroof and sunshades are
operational for about 45 seconds, even if the
ignition switch is pushed to the OFF position. If
the driver’s door or the passenger’s door is
opened during this period of about 45 seconds,
power to the moonroof and sunshades is
canceled.
SIC3598
Sliding sunshade and moonroofWhen the OPEN side
*1
of the moonroof
switch is pushed, the front and rear sunshades
will fully open. When the switch is pushed again,
the moonroof will fully open.
When the CLOSE side
*2
of the moonroof
switch is pushed, the moonroof will automati-
cally close. Push the switch again, and the front
and rear sunshades will close.
When the OPEN or CLOSE side of the moon-
roof switch is pushed to the second detent (
*3
or
*4) , both the sunshade and moonroof will
open or close.
To stop the sunshades or moonroof during the
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operation, push either of the OPEN
*1, CLOSE
*2
or UP
*5
of the switch.
Tilting moonroofTo tilt up the moonroof, push the moonroof
switch to the up position
*5.
To tilt down the moonroof, push the switch to the
up position
*5
or push the CLOSE side
*2
of
the switch.
When the moonroof is tilted up, push the
CLOSE side of the moonroof switch to the
second detent
*4. The moonroof will tilt down
and the sunshades will close.
Auto reverse function
WARNING
There are some small distances imme-
diately before the closed position which
cannot be detected. Make sure that all
passengers have their hands, etc., in-
side the vehicle before closing the
moonroof.
If the control unit detects something caught in
the moonroof and sunshades when they are
closing, the moonroof will be immediately
opened.
The auto reverse function can be activated whenthe moonroof and sunshades are closed by
automatic operation when the ignition switch is
in the ON position or for about 45 seconds after
the ignition switch is pushed to the OFF
position.
If the moonroof and sunshades cannot be
closed automatically when the auto reverse
function activates due to a malfunction, push
and hold the CLOSE side
*2
of the moonroof
switch.
Depending on the environment or driving
conditions, the auto reverse function may
be activated if an impact or load similar to
something being caught in the moonroof
occurs.
If the moonroof does not operateIf the moonroof does not operate properly,
perform the following procedure to initialize the
moonroof operation system.
1. If the moonroof is open, close it fully by
pushing the CLOSE side
*2
of the moon-
roof switch.
2. Push and hold the CLOSE side*2
of the
moonroof switch.
3. Release the moonroof switch after the
moonroof or sunshade moves slightly to
the closed position.
4. Push and hold the CLOSE side
*2
of themoonroof switch for 10 seconds.
5. The moonroof and sunshades will fully open
and then close.
6. Check if the moonroof switch operates
normally.
If the moonroof does not operate properly after
performing the procedure above, have your
vehicle checked by a NISSAN dealer.
Instruments and controls
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Model "Z51-D" EDITED: 2008/ 6/ 26
Static and flutter: During signal interference from
buildings, large hills or due to antenna position,
usually in conjunction with increased distance
from the station transmitter, static or flutter can
be heard. This can be reduced by lowering the
treble setting to reduce the treble response.
Multipath reception: Because of the reflective
characteristics of FM signals, direct and re-
flected signals reach the receiver at the same
time. The signals may cancel each other,
resulting in momentary flutter or loss of sound.
AM radio reception:
AM signals, because of their low frequency, can
bend around objects and skip along the ground.
In addition, the signals can be bounced off the
ionosphere and bent back to earth. Because of
these characteristics. AM signals are also
subject to interference as they travel from
transmitter to receiver.
Fading: Occurs while the vehicle is passing
through freeway underpasses or in areas with
many tall buildings. It can also occur for several
seconds during ionospheric turbulence even in
areas where no obstacles exist.
Static: Caused by thunderstorms, electrical
power lines, electric signs and even traffic lights.Satellite radio reception:
When the satellite radio is first installed or the
battery has been replaced, the satellite radio
may not work properly. This is not a malfunction.
Wait more than 10 minutes with satellite radio
ON for satellite radio to receive all of the
necessary data.
The satellite radio mode requires an active XM
®
satellite radio service subscription. Satellite
radio is not available in Alaska, Hawaii and
Guam.
Satellite radio performance may be affected if
cargo carried on the roof blocks the satellite
radio signal.
If possible, do not put cargo near the satellite
antenna.
A build up of ice on the satellite radio antenna
can affect satellite radio performance. Remove
the ice to restore satellite radio reception.
SAA0480
Compact Disc (CD) player.Do not force a compact disc into the CD
insert slot. This could damage the CD
and/or CD changer/player.
.Trying to load a CD with the CD door
closed could damage the CD and/or CD
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Monitor, heater, air conditioner, audio, phone and voice recognition systems