Operating range
The Intelligent Key functions can only be used
when the Intelligent Key is within the specified
operating range.
When the Intelligent Key battery is almost dis-
charged or strong radio waves are present near
the operating location, the Intelligent Key sys-
tem’s operating range becomes narrower and
may not function properly.
If the Intelligent Key is within the operating range,
it is possible for anyone, even someone who does
not carry the Intelligent Key, to turn the ignition
switch to start the engine.The operating range of the engine start function
is inside of the vehicle1.
● The luggage area (hatchback) or trunk (se-
dan) is not included in the operating range,
but the Intelligent Key may function.
● If the Intelligent Key is placed on the instru-
ment panel, rear parcel shelf, inside the
glove box, storage bin or door pocket, the
Intelligent Key may not function.
● If the Intelligent Key is placed near the door
or window outside the vehicle, the Intelligent
Key may function.
Hatchback
WSD0165
Sedan
WSD0191
Without Intelligent Key system
SSD0392
5-8Starting and driving
Shift lock release
If the battery is discharged, the shift selector may
not be moved from the P (Park) position even with
the brake pedal depressed.
To move the shift selector, release the shift lock.
The shift selector can be moved to N (Neutral) .
To push the shift lock release, complete the fol-
lowing procedure:1. Place the ignition switch in the LOCK posi- tion and remove the key.
2. Apply the parking brake. 3. Remove the shift lock release cover as
shown.
4. Insert a small screwdriver in the shift lock release slot and push down.
5. Move the shift selector to the N (Neutral) position while holding down the shift lock
release.
6. Now the vehicle may be moved to the de- sired location.
If the shift selector cannot be moved out of P
(Park) , have a NISSAN dealer check the auto-
matic transmission system as soon as possible.
WARNING
If the shift selector cannot be moved from
the P (Park) position while the engine is
running and the brake pedal is depressed,
the stop lights may not work. Malfunction-
ing stop lights could cause an accident
injuring yourself and others.
Accelerator downshift
— in D position —
For passing or hill climbing, depress the accel-
erator pedal to the floor. This shifts the transmis-
sion down into a lower gear, depending on the
vehicle speed.
Overdrive switch
Each time your vehicle is started, the transmis-
sion is automatically “reset” to overdrive ON.
ON: With the engine running and the shift selector in the D (Drive)
position, the transmission upshifts
into Overdrive as vehicle speed
increases.
Overdrive does not engage until the engine
has reached operating temperature.
WSD0195SSD0533
5-16Starting and driving
8 Maintenance and do-it-yourself
Maintenance requirements..........................8-2
General maintenance ..............................8-2
Explanation of general maintenance items .........8-2
Maintenance precautions . . .........................8-5
Engine compartment check locations ................8-6
Engine cooling system .............................8-8
Checking engine coolant level ...................8-8
Changing engine coolant ........................8-9
Engine oil .........................................8-9
Checking engine oil level ........................8-9
Changing engine oil ........................... 8-10
Changing engine oil filter .......................8-12
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) fluid ......8-13
4-speed automatic transmission fluid ...............8-13
Temperature conditions for checking .............8-13
Brake and clutch fluid ............................. 8-15
Brake fluid .................................... 8-15
Clutch fluid ................................... 8-15
Windshield-washer fluid ........................... 8-16
Windshield-washer fluid reservoir ...............8-16
Battery .......................................... 8-16
Jump starting ................................. 8-18
Drive belt ........................................ 8-18Spark plugs .
..................................... 8-19
Replacing spark plugs ......................... 8-19
Air cleaner ....................................... 8-20
In-cabin microfilter (if so equipped) ..............8-20
Windshield wiper blades .......................... 8-21
Cleaning ..................................... 8-21
Replacing .................................... 8-21
Brakes .......................................... 8-22
Fuses ........................................... 8-23
Engine compartment ........................... 8-24
Passenger compartment .......................8-25
Battery replacement .............................. 8-26
Keyfob (if so equipped) ........................ 8-27
NISSAN Intelligent Key™ (if so equipped) ........8-28
Lights ........................................... 8-29
Headlights .................................... 8-29
Exterior and interior
lights....................... 8-30
Wheels and tires ................................. 8-34
Tire pressure .................................. 8-34
Tire labeling ................................... 8-38
Types of tires .................................. 8-40
Tire chains .................................... 8-41
Changing wheels and tires .....................8-41
HR16DE Engine Model
1. Engine oil filler cap
2. Brake and clutch (*1) fluid reservoir
3. Air cleaner
4. Battery
5. Fuse/fusible link box
6. Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF)dipstick (*2)
7. Radiator cap
8. Engine coolant reservoir
9. Engine oil dipstick
10. Drive belt location
11. Windshield–washer fluid reservoir
*1: For Manual Transmission (M/T) model
*2: For Automatic Transmission (A/T)
model
WDI0715
ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK
LOCATIONS
8-6Maintenance and do-it-yourself
MR18DE Engine Model
1. Engine oil filler cap
2. Brake and clutch (*1) fluid reservoir
3. Air cleaner
4. Battery
5. Fuse/Fusible link box
6. Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF)/Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) dipstick (*2)
7. Radiator cap
8. Engine oil dipstick
9. Engine coolant reservoir
10. Drive belt location
11. Windshield–washer fluid reservoir
*1: For Manual Transmission (M/T) model
*2: For Automatic Transmission (A/T)
model/Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT) model
WDI0733
Maintenance and do-it-yourself8-7
10 Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ........5-29
Air bag (See supplemental restraint
system) .....................1-41
Air bag system Front (See supplemental front impact
air bag system) ...............1-48
Side and curtain (See supplemental side
air bag and curtain side-impact air bag
system) ...................1-52
Air bag warning labels .............1-55
Air bag warning light ...........1-55, 2-11
Air cleaner housing filter ............8-20
Air conditioner Air conditioner operation ..........4-12
Air conditioner service ...........4-16
Air conditioner specification label .....9-12
Air conditioner system refrigerant and oil
recommendations ..............9-7
Heater and air conditioner controls .....4-9
Servicing air conditioner ..........4-16
Air flow charts ..................4-13
Alarm system
(See vehicle security system) .........2-15
Anchor point locations .............1-27
Antenna .....................4-46
Anti-lock brake warning light ..........2-7
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ........5-29
Armrests .....................1-5
Audible reminders ...............2-14 Audio system
..................4-17
Compact disc (CD) player . .4-27, 4-31, 4-36
FM/AM radio with compact disc (CD)
player ....................4-29
FM-AM radio with compact disc (CD)
player ....................4-25
FM/AM/SAT radio with compact disc (CD)
player ....................4-33
Audio System iPod Player .............4-39, 4-41
Audio system Radio ....................4-17
Steering wheel audio control switch . . .4-45
USB interface ................4-43
Automatic Automatic power window switch .....2-32
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) . . . .8-13
Driving with automatic transmission . . . .5-13
Automatic door locks ..............3-6
AUX jack ................ .4-32,
4-38
B
Battery ......................8-16
Charge warning light .............2-8
Before starting the engine ...........5-12
Belt (See drive belt) ..............8-18
Block heater Engine ....................5-33
Bluetooth hands-free phone system .....4-48
Booster seats ..................1-38 Brake
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ......5-29
Brake fluid ..................8-15
Brake light (See stop light) .........8-30
Brake system ................5-28
Brake warning light ..............2-7
Brake wear indicators ........2-14, 8-22
Parking brake operation ..........5-23
Self-adjusting brakes ............8-22
Brakes ......................8-22
Break-in schedule ...............5-25
Brightness control Instrument panel ..............2-22
Brightness/contrast button ...........4-8
Bulb check/instrument panel ..........2-7
Bulb replacement ................8-30
C
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ...................9-2
Car phone or CB radio .............4-47
Cargo cover ...................2-29
Cargo (See vehicle loading information) . . .9-13
CD care and cleaning .............4-45
CD player (See audio system) . .4-27, 4-31, 4-36
Child restraint with top tether strap ......1-26
Child restraints .......1-21, 1-22, 1-23, 1-25
Precautions on child
restraints ........1-23, 1-29, 1-34, 1-38
Top tether strap anchor point locations . .1-27