Black plate (91,1)
Model "Z51-D" EDITED: 2007/ 10/ 2
SIC3676
Distance to empty (dte — mls or km)
The distance to empty (dte) mode provides you
with an estimation of the distance that can be
driven before refueling. The dte is constantly
being calculated, based on the amount of fuel in
the fuel tank and the actual fuel consumption.
The display is updated every 30 seconds.
The dte mode includes a low range warning
feature. If the fuel level is low, the warning is
displayed on the screen.
When the fuel level drops even lower, the dte
display will change to “——”.
.If the amount of fuel added is small, the
display just before the ignition switch ispushed to the OFF position may continue to
be displayed.
.When driving uphill or rounding curves, the
fuel in the tank shifts, which may momenta-
rily change the display.
SIC3677
Outside air temperature (ICY —8For8C)
The outside air temperature is displayed in8For
8C in the range of−22 to 1408F(−30 to 608C) .
The outside air temperature mode includes a low
temperature warning feature. If the outside air
temperature is below 378F(38C) , the warning is
displayed on the screen.
The outside temperature sensor is located in
front of the radiator. The sensor may be affected
by road or engine heat, wind directions and
other driving conditions. The display may differ
from the actual outside temperature or the
temperature displayed on various signs or bill-
boards.
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Black plate (92,1)
Model "Z51-D" EDITED: 2007/ 10/ 2
SIC3678
Setting
Setting cannot be made while driving. A
message “Setting can only be operated
when stopped” is also displayed on the dot
matrix crystal display.
The
switch*Aandswitch*Bare
used in the setting mode to select and decide a
menu.
SKIP:
Push the
switch*Ato move to the
warning check mode.
Push the
switch*Bto select other menus.ALERT:
Alert menu can be set to notify the following
items.
.TIME TO REST
Select this submenu to specify when the
“TIME TO REST” indicator activates.
.ICY
Select this submenu to display the low
outside temperature warning.
To return to the top page of the setting mode,
select “BACK”.
MAINTENANCE:
The maintenance intervals of the following items
can be set or reset for the reminders.
.ENGINE OIL
Select this submenu to set or reset the
distance for changing the engine oil.
.OIL FILTER
Select this submenu to set or reset the
distance for replacing the oil filter.
.TIRE
Select this submenu to set or reset the
distance for replacing tires..OTHER
Select this submenu and set or reset the
distance for replacing items other than the
engine oil, oil filter and tires.
To return to the top page of the setting mode,
select “BACK”.
OPTIONS:
The 3 option menus can be set to your
preference.
.LANGUAGE
Select this submenu to choose English or
French for display.
.UNIT
Select this submenu to choose the unit from
MPG or l/100 km.
.DIAL EFFECTS
Select this menu to set the dial effects
described below to on or off.
— The indicator needles sweep in the
meters and the ring illumination will be
brightened gradually when the engine is
started.
To return to the top page of the setting mode,
select “BACK”.
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Black plate (95,1)
Model "Z51-D" EDITED: 2007/ 10/ 2
The alarm is activated by:
.Unlocking the door without using the button
on the key, the request switch (if so
equipped) or the key. (Even if the door is
opened by releasing the door inside lock
knob, the alarm will activate.)
.Opening the hood.
How to stop an activated alarm
The alarm will stop by unlocking a door by
pushing the unlock buttonon the key,
pushing the request switch or using the key.
If the system does not operate as de-
scribed above, have it checked by a
NISSAN dealer.
NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER SYS-
TEM
The NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System will not
allow the engine to start without the use of the
registered key.Never leave these keys in the
vehicle.
Statement related to section 15 of FCC
rules for NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer
System (CONT ASSY - CARD SLOT)
This device complies with part 15 of the
FCC Rules and RSS-210 of Industry Cana-
da. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions;(1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT EX-
PRESSLY APPROVED BY THE PARTY
RESPONSIBLE FOR COMPLIANCE COULD
VOID THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPER-
ATE THE EQUIPMENT.
SIC1699A
Security indicator light
The security indicator light*Aindicates the
status of the NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer
System.
The light blinks after the ignition switch was in
the ACC, OFF and LOCK position. This function
indicates the security systems equipped on the
vehicle are operational.
If the NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System is
malfunctioning, this light will remain on while the
ignition switch is in the ON position.
If the light still remains on and/or the
engine will not start, see a NISSAN dealer
for NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System
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Black plate (99,1)
Model "Z51-D" EDITED: 2007/ 10/ 2
SIC3666
The rear window wiper and washer operate
when the ignition switch is in the ON position.
Turn the switch clockwise from the OFF position
to operate the wiper.
*1Intermittent (INT) — intermittent operation
(not adjustable)
*2Low (ON) — continuous low speed opera-
tion
Push the switch forward
*3to operate the
washer. Then the wiper will also operate several
times.
SIC3584Type A
SIC3667Type B
To defog/defrost the rear window glass and
outside mirrors (if so equipped) , start the engine
and push the switch
*1on. The indicator light
*2will come on. Push the switch again to turn
the defroster off.
It will automatically turn off in approximately 15
minutes.
CAUTION
When cleaning the inner side of the rear
window, be careful not to scratch or
damage the rear window defroster.
REAR WINDOW AND OUTSIDE
MIRROR DEFROSTER SWITCH
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Black plate (102,1)
Model "Z51-D" EDITED: 2007/ 10/ 2
SIC3670
Headlight beam select
*1To select the low beam, put the lever in the
neutral position as shown.
*2To select the high beam, push the lever
forward while the switch is in the
position. Pull it back to select the low beam.
*3Pulling the lever toward you will flash the
headlight high beam even when the head-
light switch is in the OFF position.
Battery saver system
A chime will sound when the driver side door is
opened with the light switch in theorposition and the ignition switch in the ACC,
OFF or LOCK position.When the headlight switch is in the
orposition while the ignition switch is in the ON
position, the lights will automatically turn off 5
minutesaftertheignitionswitchhasbeen
pushed to the OFF position.
When the headlight switch remains in the
orposition after the lights automatically
turn off, the lights will turn on when the ignition
switch is pushed to the ON position.
CAUTION
.When you turn on the headlight
switch again after the lights auto-
matically turn off, the lights will not
turn off automatically. Be sure to
turn the light switch to the OFF
position when you leave the vehicle
for extended periods of time, other-
wise the battery will be discharged.
.Never leave the light switch on
when the engine is not running for
extended periods of time even if the
headlights turn off automatically.
SIC2275
Headlight aiming control (if so equipped)
Depending on the number of occupants in the
vehicle and the load it is carrying, the headlight
axis may be higher than desired. If the vehicle is
traveling on a hilly road, the headlights may
directly hit the rearview mirror of the vehicle
ahead or the windshield of the oncoming
vehicle. The light axis can be lowered with the
operation of the switch.
The larger the number designated on the switch,
the lower the axis.
When traveling with no heavy load or on a flat
road, select position 0.
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Black plate (103,1)
Model "Z51-D" EDITED: 2007/ 10/ 2
WARNING
Xenon headlights are extremely bright
compared to conventional headlights. If
the xenon headlights hit the rearview
mirror of the vehicle ahead or the
windshield of oncoming vehicle, the
driver of these vehicles may have
difficulty driving because of the bright-
ness. Use the headlight aiming control
switch to lower the light axis. See
“XENON HEADLIGHTS” earlier in this
section for additional information.
Daytime running light system (Canada
only)
The daytime running lights automatically illumi-
nate when the engine is started with the parking
brake released. The daytime running lights
operate with the headlight switch in the OFF
position or in the
position. Turn the
headlight switch to theposition for full
illumination when driving at night.
If the parking brake is applied before the engine
is started, the daytime running lights do not
illuminate. The daytime running lights illuminate
once the parking brake is released. The daytime
running lights will remain on until the ignition
switch is pushed to the OFF position.
WARNING
When the daytime running light system
is active, tail lights on your vehicle are
not on. It is necessary at dusk to turn on
your headlights. Failure to do so could
cause an accident injuring yourself and
others.
SIC3585
Instrument brightness control
The instrument brightness control operates
when the ignition switch is in the ON position.
Pushing the control switch
*Aonce will change
the brightness to the night mode.
Pushing the control switch
*Bonce will change
the brightness to the day mode.
To adjust the brightness of instrument panel
lights, push the control switches. Pushing the
upper switch
*Awill brighten the lights. When
the brightness reaches the maximum level, a
beep will sound. The lower switch
*Bdims the
lights. Repeatedly pushing the lower switch will
turn the lights off and a beep will sound.
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Black plate (105,1)
Model "Z51-D" EDITED: 2007/ 10/ 2
.Turn signals do not work when the
hazard warning flasher lights are
on.
The flasher can be actuated with the ignition
switch in any position.
Some state laws may prohibit the use of
the hazard warning flasher switch while
driving.
SIC3586
To sound the horn, push the pad area*Aof the
steering wheel.
WARNING
Do not disassemble the horn. Doing so
could affect proper operation of the
supplemental front air bag system.
Tampering with the supplemental front
air bag system may result in serious
personal injury.
CAUTION
.The battery could run down if the
seat heater is operated while the
engine is not running.
.Do not use the seat heater for
extended periods or when no one
is using the seat.
.Do not put anything on the seat
which insulates heat, such as a
blanket, cushion, seat cover, etc.
Otherwise, the seat may become
overheated.
.Do not place anything hard or heavy
on the seat or pierce it with a pin or
similar object. This may result in
damage to the heater.
.Any liquid spilled on the heated seat
should be removed immediately
with a dry cloth.
.When cleaning the seat, never use
gasoline, thinner, or any similar
materials.
.If any malfunctions are found or the
heated seat does not operate, turn
the switch off and have the system
checked by a NISSAN dealer.
HORN HEATED SEATS (if so equipped)
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Black plate (106,1)
Model "Z51-D" EDITED: 2007/ 10/ 2
SIC3650
The seats are warmed by built-in heaters. The
switches located on the center console and rear
doors (if so equipped for rear seats) can be
operated independently of each other.
1. Start the engine.
2. Select heat range.
*1For high heat, push the HI (High) side of
the switch.
*2For low heat, push the LO (Low) side of
the switch.
The indicator light in the switch
*3will
illuminate when low is selected.3. To turn off the heater, return the switch to
the level position. Make sure the indicator
light goes off.
The heater is controlled by a thermostat,
automatically turning the heater on and off.
The indicator light will remain on as long as
the switch is on.
When the vehicle’s interior is warmed, or
before you leave the vehicle, be sure to turn
off the switch.
SIC3649
MODELS WITHOUT COLOR DISPLAY
The digital clock (in the audio unit) displays the
time when the ignition switch is in the ACC or
ON position.
Adjusting the time
1. Push and hold the CLOCK button*1for
more than 2 seconds until the display shows
“Hour Adjust”.
2. Turn the AUDIO knob
*2to adjust hours.
3. Push the CLOCK button
*1or AUDIO
knob
*2to enter. The display will show
“Minute Adjust”.
4. Turn the AUDIO knob
*2to adjust minutes.
CLOCK
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