●The system is designed as an aid to the
driver in detecting large stationary ob-
jects to help avoid damaging the ve-
hicle. The system will not detect small
objects below the bumper, and may not
detect objects close to the bumper or
on the ground.
● If your vehicle sustains damage to the
front bumper fascia, leaving it mis-
aligned or bent, the sensing zone may
be altered causing inaccurate measure-
ment of obstacles or false alarms.
The Front Sonar System (FSS) sounds a tone to
warn the driver of obstacles near the front
bumper when the shift selector is in a forward
gear. The system may not detect objects at
speeds above 3 mph (5 km/h) and may not detect
certain angular or moving objects.
The FSS detects obstacles up to 3 ft (1.0 m) from
the front bumper with a decreased coverage area
at the outer corners of the bumper, (refer to the
illustration for approximate zone coverage areas) .
As you move closer to the obstacle, the rate of the
tone increases. When the obstacle is less than
12 in (30.0 cm) away, the tone will sound con-
tinuously. If the FSS detects a stationary or re-
ceding object further than 12 in (30.0 cm) from
the side of the vehicle, the tone will sound for only 3 seconds. Once the system detects an object
approaching, the tone will sound again.
The FSS automatically turns on when the shift
selector is placed in a forward gear and the
ignition switch is ON. The front and rear sonar
system off switch on the instrument panel allows
the driver to turn the FSS on and off. To turn the
FSS off, the ignition switch must be ON, and the
shift selector in D (Drive) . An indicator light on the
switch will illuminate when the system is turned
off. If the indicator light illuminates when the FSS
is not turned off, it may indicate a malfunction in
the FSS.
Keep the FSS sensors (located on the front
bumper fascia) free from snow, ice and large
accumulations of dirt (do not clean the sensors
with sharp objects) . If the sensors are covered, it
will affect the accuracy of the FSS.FREEING A FROZEN DOOR LOCK
To prevent a door lock from freezing, apply de-
icer through the key hole. If the lock becomes
frozen, heat the key before inserting it into the key
hole or use the remote keyless entry keyfob.
ANTI-FREEZE
In the winter when it is anticipated that the tem-
perature will drop below 32°F (0°C) , check the
anti-freeze to assure proper winter protection.
For details, see “Engine cooling system” in the
“Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section of this
manual.
BATTERY
If the battery is not fully charged during extremely
cold weather conditions, the battery fluid may
freeze and damage the battery. To maintain maxi-
mum efficiency, the battery should be checked
regularly. For details, see “Battery” in the “Main-
tenance and do-it-yourself” section of this
manual.
DRAINING OF COOLANT WATER
If the vehicle is to be left outside without anti-
freeze, drain the cooling system, including the
engine block. Refill before operating the vehicle.
COLD WEATHER DRIVING
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Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants.................9-2
Engine coolant ................8-7
Engine oil ...................8-8
Power steering fluid .............8-11
Window washer fluid ............8-13
F.M.V.S.S. certification label ..........9-11
Fog light switch .................2-33
Front air bag system (See supplemental
restraint system) ................1-61
Front seats ....................1-2
Front sonar system ...............5-32
Fuel Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................9-2
Fuel economy ................5-20
Fuel gauge ..................2-7
Fuel octane rating ..............9-4
Fuel recommendation ............9-3
Fuel-filler door and cap ...........3-28
Fuses ......................8-22
Fusible links ...................8-24
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink Universal
Transceiver ...................2-58
Gascap.....................3-28
Gauge Automatic transmission fluid temperature
gauge .....................2-9
Engine coolant temperature gauge .....2-6
Engine oil pressure gauge ..........2-8
Fuel gauge ..................2-7
Odometer ...................2-5 Speedometer
.................2-5
Tachometer ..................2-6
Trip odometer .................2-5
Voltmeter ...................2-8
General maintenance ..............8-2
Glass hatch ...................3-28
Glove box ....................2-41
Glove box lock ................
.2-41
H
Hands-free phone system, Bluetooth . . . .4-92,
4-107
Hazard warning flasher switch .........2-34
Headlight and turn signal switch ........2-30
Headlight control switch ............2-30
Headlights ....................8-28
Headphones (See NISSAN mobile
entertainment system) .............4-80
Heated seats ..................2-35
Heated steering wheel .............2-35
Heater Heater and air conditioner controls . . . .4-36
Heater operation ..............4-37
Rear seat air conditioner ..........4-38
HomeLink Universal Transceiver .......2-58
Hood release ..................3-23
Hook Luggage hook ................2-47
Horn .......................2-34
I
Ignition switch ..................5-9 Immobilizer system
.........2-27, 3-4, 5-12
Important vehicle information label .......9-11
In-cabin microfilter ...............8-17
Increasing fuel economy ............5-20
Indicator lights and audible reminders
(See warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders) ....................2-13
Inside automatic anti-glare mirror .......3-32
Inside mirror ...................3-32
Instrument brightness control .........2-33
Instrument panel ..............0-6, 2-2
Instrument panel dimmer switch ........2-33
Intelligent Key system Key operating range ............3-14
Key operation ................3-15
Mechanical key ................3-3
Remote keyless entry operation ......3-17
Troubleshooting guide ...........3-22
Warning signals..............
.3-22
Interior light ...................2-55
ISOFIX child restraints .............1-34
J
Jump starting ...................6-8
K
Key ........................3-2
Keyfob battery replacement ..........8-25
Keyless entry With Intelligent Key system
(See Intelligent Key system) ........3-17
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Changing engine oil filter..........8-10
Checking engine oil level ..........8-8
Engine oil ...................8-8
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation . .9-6
Engine oil pressure low/engine coolant
temperature high warning light .......2-15
Engine oil viscosity ..............9-6
Outside mirror control .............3-34
Outside mirrors .................3-34
Overheat If your vehicle overheats ..........6-10
Owner’s manual order form ..........9-33
Owner’s manual/service manual order
information ....................9-33
P
Parking Parking brake operation ..........5-17
Parking/parking on hills ...........5-27
Pedal position adjustment ...........3-30
Personal lights .................2-57
Phone, Bluetooth hands-free system . . . .4-92,
4-107
Power Power door locks ...............3-6
Power outlet .................2-38
Power rear windows ............2-52
Power steering fluid .............8-11
Power steering system ...........5-28
Power vent windows ............2-53
Power windows ...............2-50
Rear power windows ............2-52
Precautions Maintenance precautions ..........8-5 On-pavement and off-road driving
precautions
..................5-3
Precautions on child restraints . . .1-32, 1-40,
1-45, 1-50
Precautions on seat belt usage ......1-21
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system ....................1-53
Precautions when starting and driving . . .5-2
Pre-tensioner seat belt system .........1-66
Programmable features ..........4-9, 4-26
Push starting ..................6-10
R
Radio Car phone or
CB radio...........4-92
Compact Disc (CD) changer .......4-50
FM/AM/SAT radio with compact disc (CD)
changer ...................4-47
FM/AM/SAT radio with compact disc (CD)
player ....................4-55
Rear audio controls .............4-75
Steering wheel audio control switch. . . .4-73
Readiness for inspection maintenance (I/M)
test ........................9-31
Rear audio controls ...............4-75
Rear center seat belt ..............1-27
Rear power windows ..............2-52
Rear seat air conditioner ............4-38
Rear sonar system ...............5-31
Rear sonar system off switch .........2-36
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch ......................2-30
Rear window wiper and washer switches . . .2-29
RearView Monitor ................4-33 Recorders
Event data ..................9-32
Refrigerant recommendation ..........9-7
Registering your vehicle in another country . .9-10
Remote controller (See NISSAN mobile
entertainment system) .............4-79
Remote keyless entry system ..........3-7
Reporting safety defects (US only) ......9-31
Resetting the fuel economy ........4-5, 4-21
Roof rack ....................2-49
S
Safety Child safety rear door lock ..........3-7
Child seat belts . . . .1-32, 1-40, 1-45, 1-50
Reporting safety defects (US only) . . . .9-31
Screen (See NISSAN mobile entertainment
system) .....................4-79
Seat adjustment Front manual seat adjustment ........1-2
Front power seat adjustment ........1-4
Second row bench seats ..........1-6
Second row captain’s chair .........1-5
Third row power folding seats .......1-20
Seat belt Child safety .................1-31
Infants and small children .........1-31
Injured Person............... .1-24
Larger
children ...............1-32
Precautions on seat belt usage ......1-21
Pregnant women ..............1-24
Pre-tensioner seat belt system .......1-66
Rear center seat belt ............1-27
Seat belt extenders .............1-30
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