2013 NISSAN MURANO power steering

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1. Heated steering wheel switch* (P.2-41)
2. Power lift gate switch* (Hardtop models)(P.3-20) or trunk lid release switch (Cross-
Cabriolet models) (P.3-25)
3. Warning systems switch* (P.2-43) — Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system*
(P.5-20) — Blind Spot Warning (BSW) system* (P.5-20)
4. Instrument brightness control switch (P.2-40)
5. Headlight, fog light and turn signal switch — Headlight (P.2-37)
— Turn signal light (P.2-40)
— Fog light* (P.2-41)
6. Trip computer switch (P.2-25) 7. TRIP/RESET switch (P.2-6)
8. Wiper and washer switch (P.2-32)
9. Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off switch (P.
2-44, P.5-39)
10. Power lift gate main switch* (Hardtop models) (P.3-20) or All-Wheel Drive (AWD) LOCK
switch (CrossCabriolet models) (P.5-33)
11. Power rear seatback switch* (Hardtop models) (P.1-9)
12. Power rear seatback switch* (Hardtop models) (P.1-9) or Remote walk-in switch (CrossCabrio-
let models) (P.1-7)
13. Fuel-filler door opener switch (P.3-44)
14. Manual tilting/telescopic steering wheel lever* (P.3-47)
15. Electric tilting/telescopic steering wheel switch* (P.3-47)
16. Steering-wheel-mounted controls (left side)* — Audio control* (P.4-87)
— Bluetooth
®Hands-Free Phone System con-
trol (models with navigation system)* (P.4-89)
— Bluetooth
®Hands-Free Phone System con-
trol (models without navigation system)*
(P.4-100)
17. Steering wheel — Horn (P.2-41)
— Driver supplemental air bag (P.1-45)
— Power steering system (P.5-37)
18. Steering-wheel-mounted controls (right side) — Cruise control switches (P.5-30)
19. Center-console mounted controls
COCKPIT
Condition:

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VQ35DE ENGINEGUID-E583ADB4-3DB5-4B36-96ED-07E29BF970D71. Power steering fluid reservoir (P.8-11)
2. Drive belt location (P.8-15)
3. Engine oil filler cap (P.8-8)
4. Brake fluid reservoir (P.8-12)
5. Air cleaner (P.8-17)
6. Fuse/fusible link holder (P.8-20)7. Window washer fluid reservoir (P.8-13)
8. Engine coolant reservoir (P.8-7)
9. Radiator filler cap (P.8-7)
10. Engine oil dipstick (P.8-8)
11. Battery (P.8-13)
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
Condition:

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2 Instruments and controls
Cockpit...
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................ 2-3
Instrument panel ...
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2-4
Meters and gauges ...
................................................................... 2-5
Speedometer and odometer ...
............................................ 2-6
Tachometer ...
........................................................................\
... 2-7
Engine coolant temperature gauge ...
................................ 2-7
Fuel gauge ...
........................................................................\
.... 2-8
Compass (if so equipped) ...
...................................................... 2-8
Zone variation change procedure ...
................................ 2-10
Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders ...
............ 2-11
Checking bulbs ...
................................................................. 2-12
Warning lights ...
................................................................... 2-12
Indicator lights ...
................................................................... 2-17
Audible reminders ...
............................................................ 2-20
Dot matrix liquid crystal display ...
.......................................... 2-20
Operational indicators ...
..................................................... 2-21
Maintenance indicators ...
................................................... 2-24
Trip computer ...
.................................................................... 2-25
Security systems ...
.................................................................... 2-29
Vehicle security system (if so equipped) ...
................... 2-30
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System ...
.......................... 2-31
Windshield wiper and washer switch ...
............................... 2-32
Rain-sensing auto wiper system (if so equipped) ...
..... 2-34
Rear window wiper and washer switch
(Hardtop models) ...
................................................................... 2-35 Rear window and outside mirror defroster switch
...
....... 2-36
Headlight and turn signal switch ...
....................................... 2-37
Xenon headlights (if so equipped) ...
............................ 2-37
Headlight switch ...
............................................................ 2-37
Turn signal switch ...
.......................................................... 2-40
Fog light switch (if so equipped) ...
.............................. 2-41
Horn ...
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.................. 2-41
Heated steering wheel (if so equipped) ...
......................... 2-41
Heated seats (if so equipped) ...
........................................... 2-42
Warning systems switch (if so equipped) ...
...................... 2-43
Clock ...
........................................................................\
................ 2-44
Models with color display ...
............................................ 2-44
Models without color display ...
...................................... 2-44
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch ...
................. 2-44
Power outlet ...
........................................................................\
.... 2-45
Cigarette lighter and ashtray (if so equipped) ...
.............. 2-46
Storage ...
........................................................................\
............ 2-47
Cup holders ...
..................................................................... 2-47
Sunglasses holder (Hardtop models) ...
....................... 2-48
Glove box ...
........................................................................\
. 2-49
Console box ...
.................................................................... 2-49
Storage box (if so equipped) ...
...................................... 2-50
Cargo floor box (if so equipped for
Hardtop models) ...
............................................................ 2-50
Luggage side box (Hardtop models) ...
........................ 2-51
Condition:
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1. Heated steering wheel switch*
2. Power lift gate switch* (Hardtop models) ortrunk lid release switch (CrossCabriolet models)
3. Warning systems switch* - Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system*
- Blind Spot Warning (BSW) system*
4. Instrument brightness control switch 5. Headlight, fog light and turn signal switch
— Headlight
— Turn signal light
— Fog light*
6. Trip computer switch
7. TRIP/RESET switch
8. Wiper and washer switch 9. Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off switch
10. Power lift gate main switch* (Hardtop models) or
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) LOCK switch (Cross-
Cabriolet models)
11. Power rear seatback switch* (Hardtop models)
12. Power rear seatback switch* (Hardtop models) or Remote walk-in switch (CrossCabriolet mod-
els)
13. Fuel-filler door opener switch
14. Manual tilting/telescopic steering wheel lever*
15. Electric tilting/telescopic steering wheel switch*
16. Steering-wheel-mounted controls (left side)* — Audio control*
— Bluetooth
®Hands-Free Phone System con-
trol (models with navigation system)*
— Bluetooth
®Hands-Free Phone System con-
trol (models without navigation system)*
17. Steering wheel — Horn
— Driver supplemental air bag
— Power steering system
18. Steering-wheel-mounted controls (right side) — Cruise control switches
19. Center-console mounted controls — Heated seat switches*
— All-Wheel Drive (AWD) LOCK switch*
(Hardtop models)
— Soft top operating switch (CrossCabriolet
models)
*: if so equipped
Instruments and controls2-3
COCKPIT
Condition:

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5 Starting and driving
Precautions when starting and driving...
................................ 5-3
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ...
...................................... 5-3
Three-way catalyst ...
.............................................................. 5-4
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...
.................... 5-4
Avoiding collision and rollover ...
......................................... 5-7
On-pavement and off-road driving precautions ...
.......... 5-7
Off-road recovery ...
................................................................ 5-7
Rapid air pressure loss ...
...................................................... 5-8
Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving ...
................................. 5-8
Driving safety precautions ...
................................................. 5-9
Push-button ignition switch ...
................................................. 5-11
Intelligent key system ...
...................................................... 5-11
Push-button ignition switch operation ...
........................ 5-12
Push-button ignition switch positions ...
......................... 5-13
Emergency engine shut off ...
............................................ 5-13
Intelligent key battery discharge ...
................................... 5-14
Before starting the engine ...
................................................... 5-14
Starting the engine ...
................................................................ 5-15
Driving the vehicle ...
................................................................. 5-16
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) ...
................ 5-16
Parking brake ...
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.. 5-19 Blind Spot Warning (BSW)/Lane Departure Warning
(LDW) systems (if so equipped)
...
....................................... 5-20
BSW system operation ...
................................................ 5-22
BSW driving situations ...
................................................. 5-25
LDW system operation ...
................................................. 5-26
BSW/LDW temporary disabled status ...
.................... 5-29
BSW/LDW automatic deactivation ...
........................... 5-29
BSW/LDW malfunction ...
............................................... 5-29
Camera unit maintenance ...
............................................ 5-29
Cruise control ...
........................................................................\
. 5-30
Precautions on cruise control ...
..................................... 5-30
Cruise control operations ...
............................................ 5-30
Break-in schedule ...
................................................................. 5-31
Fuel efficient driving tips ...
..................................................... 5-32
Increasing fuel economy ...
...................................................... 5-33
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) (if so equipped) ...
........................ 5-33
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) lock switch operations ...
..... 5-33
AWD warning light ...
........................................................ 5-35
Parking/parking on hills ...
........................................................ 5-36
Power steering ...
....................................................................... 5-37
Condition:

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WARNING
If the engine is not running or is turned
off while driving, the power assist for
the steering will not work. Steering will
be harder to operate.
The power assisted steering uses a hydraulic
pump, driven by the engine, to assist steering.
If the engine stops or the drive belt breaks, you
will still have control of the vehicle. However,
much greater steering effort is needed, espe-
cially in sharp turns and at low speeds.
GUID-72E45F72-7DC3-4DC6-AB5F-495F1E017DEBBRAKING PRECAUTIONSGUID-46E46FAB-CDA9-4CBA-9224-E375245B79F0The brake system has two separate hydraulic
circuits. If one circuit malfunctions, you will still
have braking at two wheels.
Vacuum assisted brakesGUID-3D1E5CD8-57BB-4B7C-A4EC-478588B554DDThe brake booster aids braking by using engine
vacuum. If the engine stops, you can stop the
vehicle by depressing the brake pedal. However,
greater foot pressure on the brake pedal will be
required to stop the vehicle and the stopping
distance will be longer.
Using the brakesGUID-17BAD6F4-E8FF-4930-86AF-B9E7AE24A97EAvoid resting your foot on the brake pedal while
driving. This will cause overheating of the
brakes, wearing out the brake and pads faster
and reduce gas mileage.
To help reduce brake wear and to prevent the
brakes from overheating, reduce speed and
downshift to a lower gear before going down a
slope or long grade. Overheated brakes may
reduce braking performance and could result in
loss of vehicle control.
WARNING
. While driving on a slippery surface,
be careful when braking, accelerat- ing or downshifting. Abrupt braking
or accelerating could cause the
wheels to skid and result in an
accident.
. If the engine is not running or is
turned off while driving, the power
assist for the brakes will not work.
Braking will be harder.
Wet brakesGUID-DAFCC3E6-12FB-486E-80D5-D760D63692FDWhen the vehicle is washed or driven through
water, the brakes may get wet. As a result, your
braking distance will be longer and the vehicle
may pull to one side during braking.
To dry brakes, drive the vehicle at a safe speed
while lightly tapping the brake pedal to heat-up
the brakes. Do this until the brakes return to
normal. Avoid driving the vehicle at high speeds
until the brakes function correctly.
PARKING BRAKE BREAK-INGUID-8A683E74-F58D-4094-9248-FB85437EC54CBreak in the parking brake shoes whenever the
stopping effect of the parking brake is weakened
or whenever the parking brake shoes and/or
drums/rotors are replaced, in order to assure the
best braking performance.
This procedure is described in the vehicle
service manual and can be performed by a
NISSAN dealer.
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POWER STEERING BRAKE SYSTEM
Condition:

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Normal operationGUID-2399D9B9-0F57-4BAD-9F01-56588EEEEE14The ABS operates at speeds above 3 to 6 MPH
(5 to 10 km/h). The speed varies according to
road conditions.
When the ABS senses that one or more wheels
are close to locking up, the actuator rapidly
applies and releases hydraulic pressure. This
action is similar to pumping the brakes very
quickly. You may feel a pulsation in the brake
pedal and hear a noise from under the hood or
feel a vibration from the actuator when it is
operating. This is normal and indicates that the
ABS is operating properly. However, the pulsa-
tion may indicate that road conditions are
hazardous and extra care is required while
driving.
GUID-6F99BD6B-AA3F-475B-9D6B-0401F20418AFThe Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system
uses various sensors to monitor driver inputs
and vehicle motion. Under certain driving con-
ditions, the VDC system helps to perform the
following functions.
.Controls brake pressure to reduce wheel
slip on one slipping drive wheel so power is
transferred to a non slipping drive wheel on
the same axle.
. Controls brake pressure and engine output
to reduce drive wheel slip based on vehicle
speed (traction control function) .
. Controls brake pressure at individual wheels
and engine output to help the driver maintain
control of the vehicle in the following
conditions:
— understeer (vehicle tends to not follow
the steered path despite increased
steering input)
— oversteer (vehicle tends to spin due to certain road or driving conditions) .
The VDC system can help the driver to maintain
control of the vehicle, but it cannot prevent loss
of vehicle control in all driving situations.
When the VDC system operates, the
warning light in the instrument panel flashes so
note the following:
. The road may be slippery or the system may
determine some action is required to help keep the vehicle on the steered path.
. You may feel a pulsation in the brake pedal
and hear a noise or vibration from under the
hood. This is normal and indicates that the
VDC system is working properly.
. Adjust your speed and driving to the road
conditions.
See “Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) warning
light” in the “2. Instruments and controls”
section and “Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
off indicator light” in the “2. Instruments and
controls” section.
If a malfunction occurs in the system, the
warning light comes on in the instrument panel.
The VDC system automatically turns off when
the warning light is on.
The VDC OFF switch is used to turn off the VDC
system. The VDC off indicator
illuminates to
indicate the VDC system is off. When the VDC
switch is used to turn off the system, the VDC
system still operates to prevent one drive wheel
from slipping by transferring power to a non
slipping drive wheel. The
warning light
flashes if this occurs. All other VDC functions
are off and the
warning light will not flash.
The VDC system is automatically reset to on
when the ignition switch is placed in the OFF
position then back to the ON position.
The computer has a built-in diagnostic feature
Starting and driving5-39
VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC)
SYSTEM
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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
VQ35DE 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
Power steering fluid ...
............................................................... 8-11
Brake fluid ...
........................................................................\
........ 8-12
Window washer fluid ...
............................................................ 8-13
Battery ...
........................................................................\
............... 8-13
Jump starting ...
..................................................................... 8-15
Variable voltage control system (if so equipped) ...
.......... 8-15
Drive belt ...
........................................................................\
.......... 8-15
Spark plugs ...
........................................................................\
..... 8-16
Replacing spark plugs ...
.................................................... 8-16 Air cleaner
...
........................................................................\
....... 8-17
Windshield wiper blades ...
..................................................... 8-18
Cleaning ...
........................................................................\
... 8-18
Replacing ...
........................................................................\
. 8-18
Rear window wiper blade (if so equipped) ...
.................... 8-19
Brakes ...
........................................................................\
.............. 8-19
Self-adjusting brakes ...
.................................................... 8-19
Brake pad wear warning ...
.............................................. 8-19
Fuses ...
........................................................................\
................ 8-20
Engine compartment ...
..................................................... 8-20
Passenger compartment ...
.............................................. 8-21
Intelligent Key battery replacement ...
................................... 8-22
Lights ...
........................................................................\
................ 8-25
Hardtop models ...
.............................................................. 8-25
CrossCabriolet models ...
................................................. 8-26
Headlights ...
........................................................................\
8-27
Exterior and interior lights ...
............................................ 8-29
Wheels and tires ...
................................................................... 8-32
Tire pressure ...
................................................................... 8-32
Tire labeling ...
..................................................................... 8-36
Types of tires ...
................................................................... 8-38
Tire chains ...
....................................................................... 8-39
Changing wheels and tires ...
.......................................... 8-40
Emergency tire puncture repair kit (if
so equipped) ...
................................................................... 8-43
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