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GUID-5D64AB92-19AE-4EBB-85E2-0500CB2054C5TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYS-
TEM (TPMS)
GUID-E0564C3C-60A2-48DF-92E3-FDD16E11845DThis vehicle is equipped with the Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS) . It monitors tire
pressure of all tires except the spare. When
the low tire pressure warning light is lit, and the
CHECK TIRE PRES (pressure) warning mes-
sage is displayed in the vehicle information
display, one or more of your tires is significantly
under-inflated. If the vehicle is being driven with
low tire pressure, the TPMS will activate and
warn you of it by the low tire pressure warning
light. This system will activate only when the
vehicle is driven at speeds above 16 MPH (25
km/h). For more details, see “Warning/indicator
lights and audible reminders” (P.2-12) and “Tire
Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)” (P.5-4) .
WARNING
.If the low tire pressure warning light
illuminates while driving, avoid sud-
den steering maneuvers or abrupt
braking, reduce vehicle speed, pull
off the road to a safe location and
stop the vehicle as soon as possi-
ble. Driving with under-inflated tires
may permanently damage the tires
and increase the likelihood of tire failure. Serious vehicle damage
could occur and may lead to an
accident and could result in serious
personal injury. Check the tire pres-
sure for all four tires. Adjust the tire
pressure to the recommended COLD
tire pressure shown on the Tire and
Loading Information label to turn
the low tire pressure warning light
OFF. If you have a flat tire, replace it
with a spare tire as soon as possi-
ble.
. When a spare tire is mounted or a
wheel is replaced, the TPMS will not
function and the low tire pressure
warning light will flash for approxi-
mately 1 minute. The light will
remain on after 1 minute. Contact
your NISSAN dealer as soon as
possible for tire replacement and/
or system resetting.
. Replacing tires with those not ori-
ginally specified by NISSAN could
affect the proper operation of the
TPMS.
. Do not inject any tire liquid or
aerosol tire sealant into the tires,
as this may cause a malfunction of the tire pressure sensors.
CHANGING A FLAT TIREGUID-8474486F-6C56-450C-B1B8-C91BAAF1ADF3If you have a flat tire, follow the instructions
below.
Stopping the vehicleGUID-C0CA87DA-59C4-4915-AC34-CE46166CC4B81. Safely move the vehicle off the road and
away from traffic.
2. Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
3. Park on a level surface and apply the parking brake.
4. Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) models:
Move the selector lever to the P (Park)
position.
Manual Transmission (MT) models:
Move the shift lever to the R (Reverse)
position.
5. Turn off the engine.
6. Raise the hood to warn other traffic, and to signal professional road assistance person-
nel that you need assistance.
7. Have all passengers get out of the vehicle and stand in a safe place, away from traffic
and clear of the vehicle.
In case of emergency6-3
FLAT TIRE
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WARNING
Always follow the instructions below.
Failure to do so could result in damage
to the charging system and cause
personal injury.
1. If the booster battery is in another vehicle
*B, position the two vehicles (*Aand*B)
to bring their batteries into close proximity to
each other.
Do not allow the two vehicles to touch. 2. Apply the parking brake.
3.
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) models:
Move the selector lever to the P (Park)
position.
Manual Transmission (MT) models:
Move the shift lever to the N (Neutral)
position.
4. Switch off all unnecessary electrical systems (headlights, heater, air conditioner, etc.).
5. Remove the vent caps on the battery (if so equipped) . Cover the battery with a firmly
wrung out moist cloth to reduce explosion
hazard. 6. Connect jumper cables in the sequence as
illustrated (
*1?*2?*3?*4) .
For the vehicle equipped with Intelli-
gent Key system:
If the battery is discharged, the ignition
switch cannot be moved from the OFF
position. Connect the jumper cables to
the booster vehicle
*Bbefore turning
the ignition switch.
CAUTION
. Always connect positive (+) to posi-
tive (+) and negative (−) to body
ground (for example, as illustrated) ,
not to the battery.
. Make sure the jumper cables do not
touch moving parts in the engine
compartment and that the cable
clamps do not contact any other
metal.
7. Start the engine of the booster vehicle
*B
and let it run for a few minutes.
8. Keep the engine speed of the booster
vehicle
*Bat about 2,000 rpm, and start
the engine of the vehicle
*Abeing jump
started.
In case of emergency6-9
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8 Maintenance and do-it-yourself
Maintenance requirement...
........................................................ 8-2
Scheduled maintenance ...
.................................................... 8-2
General maintenance ...
......................................................... 8-2
Where to go for service ...
.................................................... 8-2
General maintenance ...
............................................................... 8-2
Explanation of maintenance items ...
................................... 8-2
Maintenance precautions ...
........................................................ 8-5
Engine compartment check locations ...
.................................. 8-6
MR16DDT engine ...
............................................................... 8-6
Engine cooling system ...
............................................................. 8-7
Checking engine coolant level ...
......................................... 8-8
Changing engine coolant ...
.................................................. 8-8
Engine oil ...
........................................................................\
............ 8-8
Checking engine oil level ...
.................................................. 8-8
Changing engine oil and filter ...
.......................................... 8-9
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) fluid ...
............ 8-11
Brake and clutch (if so equipped) fluid ...
............................ 8-11
Window washer fluid ...
............................................................ 8-12
Battery ...
........................................................................\
............... 8-13
Jump starting ...
..................................................................... 8-14
Variable voltage control system ...
.......................................... 8-14
Drive belt ...
........................................................................\
.......... 8-15
Spark plugs ...
........................................................................\
..... 8-15
Replacing spark plugs ...
.................................................... 8-16 Air cleaner
...
........................................................................\
....... 8-16
Windshield wiper blades ...
..................................................... 8-17
Cleaning ...
........................................................................\
... 8-17
Replacing ...
........................................................................\
. 8-17
Rear window wiper blade ...
................................................... 8-18
Brakes ...
........................................................................\
.............. 8-18
Self-adjusting brakes ...
.................................................... 8-18
Brake pad wear warning ...
.............................................. 8-18
Fuses ...
........................................................................\
................ 8-19
Engine compartment ...
..................................................... 8-19
Passenger compartment ...
.............................................. 8-21
Key battery replacement ...
...................................................... 8-22
Keyfob ...
........................................................................\
....... 8-23
Intelligent Key ...
.................................................................. 8-24
Lights ...
........................................................................\
................ 8-26
Headlights ...
........................................................................\
8-27
Exterior and interior lights ...
............................................ 8-28
Wheels and tires ...
................................................................... 8-30
Tire pressure ...
................................................................... 8-30
Tire labeling ...
..................................................................... 8-33
Types of tires ...
................................................................... 8-35
Tire chains ...
....................................................................... 8-35
Changing wheels and tires ...
.......................................... 8-36
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Make sure that the headlights, stop lights, tail
lights, turn signal lights, and other lights are all
operating properly and installed securely. Also
check headlight aim.
Road wheel nuts (lug nuts)*:When checking
the tires, make sure no wheel nuts are missing,
and check for any loose wheel nuts. Tighten if
necessary.
Tire rotation*: Tires should be rotated every
7,500 miles (12,000 km).
Tires*: Check the pressure with a gauge often
and always prior to long distance trips. If
necessary, adjust the pressure in all tires,
including the spare, to the pressure specified.
Check carefully for damage, cuts or excessive
wear.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
transmitter components: Replace the TPMS
transmitter grommet seal, valve core and cap
when the tires are replaced due to wear or age.
Wheel alignment and balance: If the vehicle
should pull to either side while driving on a
straight and level road, or if you detect uneven or
abnormal tire wear, there may be a need for
wheel alignment.
If the steering wheel or seat vibrates at normal
highway speeds, wheel balancing may be
needed. For additional information regarding tires, refer
to “Important Tire Safety Information” (US) or
“Tire Safety Information” (Canada) in the War-
ranty Information Booklet.
Windshield:
Clean the windshield on a regular
basis. Check the windshield at least every six
months for cracks or other damage. Have a
damaged windshield repaired by a qualified
repair facility.
Windshield wiper blades*: Check for cracks
or wear if they do not wipe properly.
Inside the vehicleGUID-913C1231-5D46-4E18-A234-394D01EAA769The maintenance items listed here should be
checked on a regular basis, such as when
performing scheduled maintenance, cleaning
the vehicle, etc.
Accelerator pedal: Check the pedal for
smooth operation and make sure the pedal
does not catch or require uneven effort. Keep
the floor mat away from the pedal.
Brake pedal: Check the pedal for smooth
operation. If the brake pedal suddenly goes
down further than normal, the pedal feels
spongy or the vehicle seems to take longer to
stop, see a NISSAN dealer immediately. Keep
the floor mat away from the pedal.
Brakes: Check that the brakes do not pull the
vehicle to one side when applied. Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
P (Park) position mechanism:
On a fairly
steep hill, check that the vehicle is held securely
with the selector lever in the P (Park) position
without applying any brakes.
Parking brake: Check the parking brake
operation regularly. The vehicle should be
securely held on a fairly steep hill with only the
parking brake applied. If the parking brake needs
adjusted, see a NISSAN dealer.
Seat belts: Check that all parts of the seat belt
system (for example, buckles, anchors, adjusters
and retractors) operate properly and smoothly,
and are installed securely. Check the belt
webbing for cuts, fraying, wear or damage.
Seats: Check seat position controls such as
seat adjusters, seatback recliners, etc. to ensure
they operate smoothly and that all latches lock
securely in every position. Check that the head
restraints move up and down smoothly and that
the locks (if so equipped) hold securely in all
latched positions.
Steering wheel: Check for changes in the
steering conditions, such as excessive free play,
hard steering or strange noises.
Warning lights and chimes: Make sure that
all warning lights and chimes are operating
properly.
Windshield defroster: Check that the air
Maintenance and do-it-yourself8-3
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GUID-493B42A6-9A7A-45D2-8DCD-565E3D1E9BF5When checking or replacement is required, we
recommend a NISSAN dealer for servicing.
CAUTION
.Use only Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid
NS-2. Do not mix with other fluids.
. Using transmission fluid other than
Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2
will damage the CVT, which is not
covered by the NISSAN new vehicle
limited warranty.
GUID-87A23E55-51A4-4EED-AB77-41D829C099F9For additional brake and clutch fluid information,
see “Capacities and recommended fuel/lubri-
cants” (P.9-2) of this manual.
WARNING
.Use only new fluid from a sealed
container. Old, inferior or contami-
nated fluid may damage the brake
and clutch systems. The use of
improper fluids can damage the
brake and clutch systems, and affect
the vehicle’s stopping ability.
. Clean the filler cap before removing.
. Brake and clutch fluid is poisonous
and should be stored carefully in
marked containers out of the reach
of children.
CAUTION
Do not spill the fluid on any painted
surfaces. This will damage the paint. If
fluid is spilled, immediately wash the
surface with water.
SDI2655
Check the fluid level in the reservoir. If the fluid is
below the MIN line
*2or the brake warning
light comes on, add Genuine NISSAN Super
Heavy Duty Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3
fluid up to the MAX line
*1. If fluid must be
added frequently, the system should be checked
by a NISSAN dealer.
Maintenance and do-it-yourself8-11
CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE
TRANSMISSION (CVT) FLUID BRAKE AND CLUTCH (if so
equipped) FLUID
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light to moderate stops is normal and does not
affect the function or performance of the brake
system.
Proper brake inspection intervals should
be followed.For additional information, see the
maintenance log section of your “NISSAN
Service and Maintenance Guide”.
GUID-6A89546B-C41A-40D8-9756-83B8312ACE54
SDI2654
ENGINE COMPARTMENTGUID-7E1E202F-F646-45EA-96AE-D77C542478CE
CAUTION
Never use a fuse of a higher or lower
amperage rating than that specified on
the fuse box cover. This could damage
the electrical system or cause a fire.
If any electrical equipment does not operate,
check for an open fuse.
1. Be sure the ignition switch and the headlight switch are turned off. 2. Open the engine hood.
3. Remove the fuse/fusible link holder cover by
pushing the tab
*1and lifting the cover
from the right side
*2, then the left side
*3.
4. Locate the fuse that needs to be replaced.
5. Remove the fuse using the fuse puller
located in the passenger compartment fuse
box.
Maintenance and do-it-yourself8-19
FUSES
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8-38Maintenance and do-it-yourself
driving conditions and cause an
accident and personal injury.
. If the wheels are changed for any
reason, always replace with wheels
which have the same off-set dimen-
sion. Wheels of a different off-set
could cause premature tire wear,
degrade vehicle handling character-
istics and/or interference with the
brake discs/drums. Such interfer-
ence can lead to decreased braking
efficiency and/or early brake pad/
shoe wear. See “Wheels and tires”
(P.9-7) of this manual for wheel off-
set dimensions.
. When a spare tire is mounted or a
wheel is replaced, the TPMS will not
function and the low tire pressure
warning light will flash for approxi-
mately 1 minute. The light will
remain on after 1 minute. Contact
your NISSAN dealer as soon as
possible for tire replacement and/
or system resetting.
. Replacing tires with those not ori-
ginally specified by NISSAN could
affect the proper operation of the
TPMS. .
Do not install a damaged or de-
formed wheel or tire even if it has
been repaired. Such wheels or tires
could have structural damage and
could fail without warning.
. The use of retread tire is not re-
commended.
. For additional information regard-
ing tires, refer to “Important Tire
Safety Information” (US) or “Tire
Safety Information” (Canada) in the
Warranty Information Booklet.
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) modelsGUID-98BAF2A8-B68B-4B03-9473-BDE7F9677004
CAUTION
.Always use tires of the same size,
brand, construction (bias, bias-
belted or radial) , and tread pattern
on all four wheels. Failure to do so
may result in a circumference differ-
ence between tires on the front and
rear axles which will cause exces-
sive tire wear and may damage the
transmission, transfer case and rear
differential gears. .
Only use spare tires specified for
each AWD model.
If excessive tire wear is found, it is recom-
mended that all four tires be replaced with tires
of the same size, brand, construction and tread
pattern. The tire pressure and wheel alignment
should also be checked and corrected as
necessary. Contact a NISSAN dealer.
Wheel balanceGUID-89DC94BE-30B6-4D4F-83D4-7CDA2484D5D9Unbalanced wheels may affect vehicle handling
and tire life. Even with regular use, wheels can
get out of balance. Therefore, they should be
balanced as required.
Wheel balance service should be per-
formed with the wheels off the vehicle.
Spin balancing the wheels on the vehicle
could lead to mechanical damage.
For additional information regarding tires, refer
to “Important Tire Safety Information” (US) or
“Tire Safety Information” (Canada) in the War-
ranty Information Booklet.
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10 Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)...
............................ 5-39
Advanced air bag system ...
......................................... 1-41
Air bag system Advanced air bag system ...
.................................. 1-41
Front passenger air bag and status light ...
....... 1-43
Front-seat mounted side-impact
supplemental air bag system ...
............................ 1-46
Roof-mounted curtain side-impact
supplemental air bag system ...
............................ 1-46
Air bag warning labels ...
............................................... 1-49
Air bag warning light ...
...................................... 1-49, 2-17
Air cleaner housing filter ...
........................................... 8-16
Air conditioner Air conditioner operation ...
.................................... 4-13
Air conditioner service ...
........................................ 4-20
Air conditioner specification label ...
.................... 9-10
Air conditioning system refrigerant and
lubricant recommendations ...
....................... 4-20, 9-6
In-cabin microfilter ...
............................................... 4-19
Air conditioner operation ...
........................................... 4-15
Alarm, How to stop alarm (see vehicle
security system) ...
........................................................... 2-30
Alcohol, drugs and driving ...
.......................................... 5-8
All-wheel drive (AWD) ...
............................................... 5-32
Antenna ...
.......................................................................... 4-48
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ...
............................ 5-39
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) warning light ...
..... 2-13
Appearance care Exterior appearance care ...
...................................... 7-2
Interior appearance care ...
....................................... 7-4
Audible reminders ...
....................................................... 2-19
Audio operation precautions ...
.................................... 4-20
Audio setup ...
.................................................................... 4-5
Audio system ...
................................................................ 4-20 Steering wheel audio controls
...
.......................... 4-47
Autolight system ...
.......................................................... 2-35
Automatic Air conditioner ...
....................................................... 4-17
Door locks ...
................................................................. 3-6
Moonroof ...
................................................................ 2-47
AUX (Auxiliary) input ...
....................................... 4-38, 4-42
Average fuel consumption ...
........................................ 2-11
Avoiding collision and rollover ...
................................... 5-7
B
Back door (See lift gate) ...
.......................................... 3-21
Battery ...
............................................................................ 8-13
Battery replacement, Intelligent Key ...
................ 8-24
Battery replacement, Keyfob ...
............................. 8-23
Battery saver system ...
........................................... 2-36
Variable voltage control system ...
........................ 8-14
Before starting the engine ...
........................................ 5-15
Bluetooth
®Hands-Free Phone System ...
................ 4-49
Booster seats ...
............................................................... 1-31
Brake Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ...
..................... 5-39
Brake and clutch fluid ...
......................................... 8-11
Brake system ...
......................................................... 5-38
Parking brake operation ...
..................................... 5-28
Warning light ...
......................................................... 2-13
Break-in schedule ...
....................................................... 5-30
Brightness control Display ON/OFF button ...
........................................ 4-5
Instrument panel ...
................................................... 2-37
Bulb check/instrument panel ...
................................... 2-13
Bulb replacement ...
........................................................ 8-26
C
Cabin air filter ...
............................................................... 4-19
Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ...
....... 9-2
Car phone or CB radio ...
............................................. 4-49
Cargo cover ...
.................................................................. 2-44
Cargo floor box ...
............................................................ 2-43
Catalytic converter, Three way catalyst ...
................... 5-4
CD/USB memory care and cleaning ...
..................... 4-47
Check tire pressure warning ...
...................................... 2-7
Child restraints ...
............................................................. 1-17
Booster seats ...
........................................................ 1-31
LATCH system ...
...................................................... 1-19
Precautions on child restraints ...
......................... 1-17
Child safety ...
................................................................... 1-15
Child safety rear door lock ...
......................................... 3-7
Chimes, Audible reminders ...
...................................... 2-19
Circuit breaker, Fusible link ...
...................................... 8-20
Cleaning exterior and interior ...
............................ 7-2, 7-4
Clock ...
.............................................................................. 2-40
Clock (models with navigation system) ...
................... 4-7
Clutch fluid ...
.................................................................... 8-11
Coat hook ...
..................................................................... 2-43
Cockpit ...
............................................................................ 2-3
Cold weather driving ...
.................................................. 5-42
Compact Disc (CD) player (See
audio system) ...
................................................... 4-34, 4-40
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) fluid ...
..................................................................... 8-11
Control panel buttons — color screen with
navigation system ...
.......................................................... 4-2
Controls, Steering wheel audio controls ...
............... 4-47
Coolant Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants ...
............................... 9-2
Changing engine coolant ...
...................................... 8-8
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