2013 NISSAN MURANO Owners Manual

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SIC3656
Type B
Type BGUID-4B77D327-C009-48B6-8B7B-1FC4BF4CC444To open the cargo floor box, push*A. To close,
push the lid until the lock latches.
The net partitions can be removed
*Bto make
a larger storage space.
The cargo floor box needs to be removed when
you need a spare tire. (See “Flat tire” in the “6. In
case of emergency” section.)
CAUTION
To avoid damage, do not load more
than 22 lbs (10 kg) of cargo into the
cargo floor box.
SIC3594
LUGGAGE SIDE BOX (Hardtop mod-
els)
GUID-9D068CD2-3E85-4F54-A788-DBF041E5F1B2To open the luggage side box, pull up the strap.
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SIC3595
CARGO COVER (if so equipped for
Hardtop models)
GUID-3641C44E-8123-4F91-B5B7-07B068F6D402The cargo cover keeps the contents in the cargo
area hidden from the outside.
To use the cargo cover, pull it out and hang both
sides on the hooks
*1.To use the sub cover, hang the straps on the
back of the head restraint
*2.
To stow the cargo cover, remove it from the
hooks and hold until it is retracted.
To remove the cargo cover, stow the cover and
pull the left side of the holder to the opposite
side
*3.
WARNING
. Never put anything on the cargo
cover, no matter how small. Any
object on it could cause an injury
in an accident or sudden stop.
. Close the cargo cover when folding
the rear seat.
. Do not leave the cargo cover in the
vehicle with it disengaged from the
holder.
. Properly secure all cargo with ropes
or straps to help prevent it from
sliding or shifting. Do not place
cargo higher than the seatbacks. In
a sudden stop or collision, unse-
cured cargo could cause personal
injury.
. Your child could be seriously injured
or killed in a collision if the child restraint top tether strap is da-
maged.
— If the cargo cover contacts the
top tether strap when it is at-
tached to the top tether anchor,
remove the cargo cover from the
vehicle or secure it on the cargo
floor below its attachment loca-
tion. If the cargo cover is not
removed, it may damage the top
tether strap during a collision.
— Do not allow cargo to contact the top tether strap when it is
attached to the top tether an-
chor. Properly secure the cargo
so it does not contact the top
tether strap. Cargo that is not
properly secured or that con-
tacts the top tether strap may
damage the top tether strap
during a collision.
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SIC3596
LUGGAGE HOOKS (Hardtop models)GUID-A76D431E-5514-466D-8503-9352D8CBD662
WARNING
.Always make sure that the cargo is
properly secured. Use the suitable
ropes and hooks. .
Unsecured cargo can become dan-
gerous in an accident or sudden
stop.
CAUTION
Do not apply a total load of more than
22 lb (10 kg)
*Aor 7 lb (3 kg)*Bto a
single hook.
SIC4744
LUGGAGE COVER (CrossCabriolet
models)
GUID-6FCB585A-E72B-4BA2-A8FD-8ADDC214EFA2A luggage cover is used to separate the trunk
and the top storage area.
To use the luggage cover, pull it out and hang
both sides on the hooks
*1.
To stow the luggage cover, remove it from the
hooks and hold it until it is retracted.
The luggage cover must be pulled out and hung
on hooks
*1for the soft top to oparate. (See
“Soft top (CrossCabriolet models)” in the “3.
Pre-driving checks and adjustments” section.)
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WARNING
.Do not place anything over the
luggage cover during soft top op-
eration.
. Do not place or leave objects under
the cover that may push the cover
up.
. Do not place items on sides that
intrude into luggage cover area.
SIC3597
ROOF RACK (if so equipped for Hard-
top models)
GUID-75E038EF-E93A-4F7C-AC23-5CF5D424F222Always distribute the luggage evenly on the roof
rack. Do not load more than 165 lb (75 kg)
(black) or 220 lb (100 kg) (silver) 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 (lo-
cated on the driver’s door pillar). For more information regarding GVWR and GAWR, see
“Vehicle loading information” in the “9. Technical
and consumer information” 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.
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CAUTION
Use care when placing or removing
items from the roof rack. If you cannot
comfortably lift the items onto the roof
rack from the ground, use a ladder or
stool.
SIC3505
COAT HOOKS (Hardtop models)GUID-81FB43A8-33F0-4D0C-8696-020589E0AB14The coat hooks are equipped beside the rear
personal lights.
CAUTION
Do not place items which are more than
2 lb (1 kg) on the hook.
GUID-F440431D-2466-4C69-98F0-4066DC360F6EPOWER WINDOWSGUID-B224B039-2B26-4B2E-990E-61770AE48A00
WARNING
.Make sure that all passengers have
their hands, etc. inside the vehicle
while it is in motion and before
closing the windows. Use the win-
dow lock switch to prevent unex-
pected use of the power windows.
. Do not leave children unattended
inside the vehicle. They could un-
knowingly activate switches or con-
trols and become trapped in the
window. Unattended children could
become involved in serious acci-
dents.
The power windows operate 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 driver’s or front
passenger’s door is opened during this period
of about 45 seconds, power to the windows is
canceled.
The power window switches will be deactivated
during soft top operation (CrossCabriolet mod-
els) .
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WINDOWS
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SIC3283A
1. Driver side window
2. Front passenger side window
3. Rear left passenger side window
4. Rear right passenger side window
5. Window lock button
Main power window switch (driver’s
side)
GUID-26DFB0BE-6989-43F9-8167-0F6C3694B624To open or close the window, push down*Aor
pull up
*Bthe switch and hold it. The main
switch (driver side switches) will open or close
all the windows.
Locking passengers’ windowsGUID-16F0A2BC-0A92-4EBF-AEF9-3903882D9E1DWhen the lock button*Cis pushed in, only the
driver side window can be opened or closed.
Push it in again to cancel.
SIC3336
Passenger side power window switchGUID-4D77BC1E-53A2-4A38-9A39-222E83528CCCThe passenger side switch will open or close
only the corresponding window. To open or
close the window, push down or pull up the
switch and hold it.
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SIC3285
Hardtop models
SIC4743
CrossCabriolet models
Automatic operationGUID-3B0158AA-9687-4021-B3A8-12225F5D2198The automatic function is available for the switch
that has an
mark on its surface.
To fully open or close the window, completely
push down or pull up the switch and release it; it
need not be held. The window will automatically
open or close all the way. To stop the window,
just push or lift the switch in the opposite
direction.
A light push or pull on the switch will cause the
window to open or close until the switch is
released.
The rear window automatic operation is for the
opening function only (CrossCabriolet models).
Simultaneous operation of all four win-
dows (CrossCabriolet models)
GUID-F3222C8C-2BD6-4165-85A5-6DEB6C706AF6
WARNING
Make sure that all passengers have
their hands, etc. inside the vehicle
before closing the windows.
When the driver’s and passenger’s door window
switches (driver’s side) are pushed down or
pulled up simultaneously, all four windows are
opened or closed.
Auto reverse functionGUID-19580295-1D80-4877-93A6-203373FD0AB2
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
window.
If the control unit detects something caught in
the window as it is closing, the window will be
immediately lowered.
The auto reverse function can be activated when
the window is closed by automatic operation
when the ignition switch is in the ON position or
for 45 seconds after the ignition switch is
pushed to the OFF position.
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 window
occurs.
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Automatic window lowering (CrossCab-
riolet models)
GUID-68431D2A-45C1-4082-9602-DC8E37328739When the soft top operating switch is pressed,
the power windows will automatically be low-
ered completely. The windows do not rise
automatically after the soft top open/close
operation is completed. Use the power window
switches to raise them.
Automatic adjusting function (Cross-
Cabriolet models)
GUID-2A57D8B8-D2B5-4017-A2B4-5D5758878B3A
CAUTION
When the battery cable is removed from
the battery terminal, do not close either
of the front doors. The automatic win-
dow adjusting function will not work
and the side roof panel may be da-
maged.
The power window has an automatic adjusting
function. When the door is being opened, the
window is automatically lowered slightly to avoid
contact between the window and the top side
rail. When the door is closed, the window is
automatically raised slightly.
While the automatic adjusting function does not
work, the window will be controlled as follows: .
When the door is opened, the window
lowers for approximately 0.39 in (10 mm).
. While the door is open, the window cannot
be raised.
If the windows do not close automaticallyGUID-4DA9302E-1FB0-4884-925F-1A056E33BC0EIf the power window automatic function (closing
only) does not operate properly, perform the
following procedure to initialize the power
window system.
1. Push the ignition switch to the ON position.
2. Close the door and soft top (CrossCabriolet
models) .
3. Open the window completely by operating the power window switch.
4. Pull the power window switch and hold it to close the window, and then hold the switch
more than 3 seconds after the window is
closed completely.
5. Release the power window switch. Operate the window by the automatic function to
confirm the initialization is complete.
6. Perform steps 2 through 5 above for other windows.
If the power window automatic function does
not operate properly after performing the pro-
cedure above, have your vehicle checked by a
NISSAN dealer.
GUID-B46D76D1-C71E-43ED-8E5B-5188E0D125CB
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.
MOONROOF (if so equipped for
Hardtop models)
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