∙ Make sure the area around the vehicle isclear.
∙ Check fluid levels such as engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, and windshield-
washer fluid as frequently as possible,
or at least whenever you refuel.
∙ Check that all windows and lights are clean.
∙ Visually inspect tires for their appear- ance and condition. Also check tires for
proper inflation.
∙ Check that all doors are closed.
∙ Position seat and adjust head restraints/headrests.
∙ Adjust inside and outside mirrors.
∙ Fasten seat belts and ask all passen- gers to do likewise.
∙ Check the operation of warning lights when the ignition switch is placed in the
ON position. For additional information,
refer to “Warning lights, indicator lights
and audible reminders” in the “Instru-
ments and controls” section of this
manual. 1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Move the shif t lever to P (Park) or N
(Neutral). P (Park) is recommended.
The shif t lever cannot be moved out
of P (Park) and into any of the other
gear positions if the ignition switch
is turned to the OFF position or if the
key is removed from the ignition
switch.
The starter is designed not to oper-
ate if the shif t lever is in any of the
driving positions.
3. Crank the engine with your foot off
the accelerator pedal by placing the
ignition switch in the START position.
Release the key when the engine
starts. If the engine starts, but fails to
run, repeat the above procedure.
∙ If the engine is very hard to start in extremely cold weather or when re-
starting, depress the accelerator
pedal a little (approximately 1/3 to the
floor) and hold it and then crank the
engine. Release the key and the ac-
celerator pedal when the engine
starts.
∙ If the engine is very hard to start be- cause it is flooded, depress the accel- erator pedal all the way to the floor
and hold it. Crank the engine for
5–6 seconds. Af ter cranking the en-
gine, release the accelerator pedal.
Crank the engine
with your foot off
the accelerator pedal by turning the
ignition key to the START position. Re-
lease the key when the engine starts.
If the engine starts, but fails to run,
repeat the above procedure.
DRAINING OF COOLANT WATER
If the vehicle is to be lef t outside without
anti-freeze, drain the cooling system, in-
cluding the engine block. Refill before oper-
ating the vehicle. For additional informa-
tion, refer to “Changing engine coolant” in
the “Do-it-yourself ” section of this manual.
TIRE EQUIPMENT
1. SUMMER tires have a tread designed toprovide superior performance on dry
pavement. However, the performance
of these tires will be substantially re-
duced in snowy and icy conditions. If
you operate your vehicle on snowy or
icy roads, NISSAN recommends the use
of MUD & SNOW or ALL SEASON TIRES
on all four wheels. It is recommended
that you visit a NISSAN dealer for the tire
type, size, speed rating and availability
information.
2. For additional traction on icy roads, studded tires may be used. However,
some U.S. states and Canadian prov-
inces prohibit their use. Check local,
state and provincial laws before install-
ing studded tires. Skid and traction capabilities of studded
snow tires on wet or dry surfaces may be
poorer than that of non-studded snow
tires.
3. Tire chains may be used. For additional information, refer to “Tire chains” in the
“Do-it-yourself ” section of this manual.
SPECIAL WINTER EQUIPMENT
It is recommended that the following items
be carried in the vehicle during winter:
∙ A scraper and stiff-bristled brush to re- move ice and snow from the windows
and wiper blades.
∙ A sturdy, flat board to be placed under the jack to give it firm support.
∙ A shovel to dig the vehicle out of snow- drif ts.
∙ Extra washer fluid to refill the windshield-washer fluid reservoir.
DRIVING ON SNOW OR ICE
Check the fluid level in the reservoir. If the
brake fluid is below the MIN line
B, the
brake warning light will illuminate. Add
brake fluid up to the MAX line
A. For addi-
tional information on recommended brake
fluid type, refer to “Recommended
fluids/lubricants and capacities” in the
“Technical and consumer information” sec-
tion of this manual.
If the brake fluid must be added frequently,
the brake system should be thoroughly
checked. It is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN dealer for this service.
WINDSHIELD-WASHER FLUID
RESERVOIR
Fill the windshield-washer fluid reservoir
periodically. Add windshield-washer fluid
when the low windshield-washer fluid
warning light (if so equipped) comes on.
To fill the windshield-washer fluid reservoir,
lif t the cap off the reservoir and pour the
windshield-washer fluid into the reservoir
opening. Add a washer solvent to the washer for
better cleaning. In the winter season, add a
windshield-washer antifreeze. Follow the
manufacturer’s instructions for the mix-
ture ratio.
Refill the reservoir more frequently when
driving conditions require an increased
amount of windshield-washer fluid.
Recommended fluid is Genuine NISSAN
Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner &
Antifreeze or equivalent.
∙ Pre-mix washer fluid concentrateswith water to the manufacturer’s rec-
ommended levels before pouring the
fluid into the windshield-washer fluid
reservoir. Do not use the windshield-
washer fluid reservoir to mix the
washer fluid concentrate and water. ∙ Keep the battery surface clean and dry.
Clean the battery with a solution of bak-
ing soda and water.
∙ Make certain the terminal connections are clean and securely tightened.
∙ If the vehicle is not to be used for 30 days or longer, disconnect the nega-
tive (-) battery terminal cable to prevent
discharge.
NOTE:
Care should be taken to avoid situations
that can lead to potential battery dis-
charge and potential no-start conditions
such as: 1. Installation or extended use of elec-
tronic accessories that consume bat-
tery power when the engine is not
running (Phone chargers, GPS, DVD
players, etc).
2. Vehicle is not driven regularly and/or
only driven short distances.
In these cases, the battery may need to
be charged to maintain battery health.
Fluid typeCapacity (approximate)
Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
Metric
Measure US
Measure Imperial
Measure
Air conditioning system refrigerant ———• HFC-134a (R-134a)
• For additional information, refer to “Air conditioner specification label” in
this section.
Air conditioning system oil ———• Genuine NISSAN A/C System Oil Type S (KLHOO-PAGSO) or equivalent
• For additional information, refer to “Air conditioner specification label” in
this section.
Windshield-washer fluid 4.5 L 1-1/4 gal 1 gal• Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner & Antifreeze or
equivalent
FUEL RECOMMENDATION
Use unleaded regular gasoline with an oc-
tane rating of at least 87 AKI (Anti-Knock
Index) number (Research octane number
91).
Windshield-washer fluid.........8-11
F.M.V.S.S. certification label ..........10-11
Front air bag system
(See supplemental restraint system) . . .1-39
Front-door pocket ...............2-27
Frontseats................... .1-2
Fuel Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...............10-2
Fuel economy ...............5-21
Fuel-filler door and cap ..........3-15
Fuel-filler door lock opener lever ....3-15
Fuel gauge ..................2-6
Fueloctanerating.............10-5
Fuel recommendation ..........10-3
Loose fuel cap warning ..........2-5
Fuelefficientdrivingtips...........5-20
Fuel-filler door .................3-15
Fuel gauge ....................2-6
Fuses .......................8-19
Fusiblelinks...................8-20
G
Gascap .....................3-15
Gauge Fuel gauge ..................2-6
Odometer ..................2-4
Speedometer ................2-4
Tachometer .................2-6
Trip computer ................2-7
Trip odometer ................2-4
General maintenance .............9-2
Glovebox....................2-28
Gloveboxlock.................2-28 H
Hands-free phone system,
Bluetooth®................4-65,4-76
Hazard warning flasher switch ........6-2
Headlight and turn signal switch ......2-21
Headlightcontrolswitch...........2-21
Headlights ...................8-24
Headrestraints................. .1-7
Heater Heater and air conditioner controls . .4-19
Heater operation ..............4-21
Hill start assist system ............5-29
Hood .......................3-14
Horn.......................2-24
I
Ignition switch ..................5-8
Immobilizer system .........2-19,3-2,5-9
Important vehicle information label . . . .10-11
Increasing fuel economy ...........5-21
Indicator lights and audible reminders
(See warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders) .................2-9,2-15
Instrument brightness control .......2-23
Instrument panel .............0-6,2-2
Instrument panel dimmer switch .....2-23
Interiorlight...............2-32,2-34
iPod®Player...............4-53,4-55
J
Jumpstarting..............6-10,8-14 K
Key........................ .3-2
Key fob battery replacement .....8-22,8-22
Keyless entry Without Intelligent Key system
(See remote keyless entry
system).................3-10, 3-11
Keys NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System
keys......................3-2
L
Label Tirewarning................10-12
Labels Air conditioner specification label . . .10-12
C.M.V.S.S. certification label .......10-11
Emission control information label . .10-11
Engine serial number ..........10-10
F.M.V.S.S. certification label ........10-11
Tir
e and Loading Information label . .10-11
Vehicle identification number (VIN) . .10-10
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
plate.....................10-10
Warning labels (for SRS) .........1-49
License plate Installing the license plate .......10-12
Light Airbagwarninglight........1-50, 2-14
Brakelight(Seestoplight)........8-29
Bulb check/instrument panel ......2-9
Bulb replacement .............8-29
Charge warning light ...........2-11
11-3
Headlight and turn signal switch....2-21
Headlightcontrolswitch.........2-21
Headlights .................8-24
Interiorlight.............2-32,2-34
Lightbulbs.................8-24
Low tire pressure warning light .....2-12
Low windshield-washer fluid warning
light......................2-13
Passenger air bag and status light . . .1-41
Security indicator light ..........2-16
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders ...............2-9,2-15
Lights......................8-24 Maplights..................2-33
Lock Door locks ..................3-4
Fuel-filler door lock opener lever ....3-15
Gloveboxlock...............2-28
Power door locks ..............3-6
Loose fuel cap warning ............2-5
Lowfuelwarninglight.............2-11
Low tire pressure warning light .......2-12
Low windshield-washer fluid warning
light........................2-13
Luggage
(See vehicle loading information) .....10-13
M
Maintenance General maintenance ...........9-2
Insidethevehicle..............9-3
Maintenance precautions .........8-2
Outsidethevehicle.............9-2
Seat belt maintenance ..........1-18 Under the hood and vehicle
.......9-4
Maintenance log ................9-13
Maintenance requirements ..........9-2
Maintenance schedules ............9-7
Maintenance under severe operation
conditions....................9-12
Malfunctionindicatorlight..........2-15
Manual front seat adjustment ........1-3
Maplights....................2-33
Meters and gauges ...............2-3
Instrument brightness control .....2-23
Mirror Outsidemirrors ..............3-19
Rearview...................3-19
Mirrors......................3-19
Mobile apps ...................4-63
N
NissanConnect® ................4-63
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer
System...................2-19,5-9
NISSAN voice recognition system .....4-86
O
Octane rating (See fuel octane rating). . .10-5
Odometer ....................2-4
Oil Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...............10-2
Changing engine oil ............8-8
Changing engine oil filter .........8-9
Checking engine oil level .........8-7Engine oil
...................8-7
Engine oil and oil filter
recommendation .............10-6
Engine oil viscosity .............10-6
One shot call ...............4-69,4-79
Outsidemirrors ................3-19
Overheat Ifyourvehicleoverheats.........6-12
Owner's manual order form ........10-22
Owner's manual/service manual order
information..................10-22
P
Parking Parking/parkingonhills.........5-23
Parkingbrake..................5-17
Phone, Bluetooth® hands-free
system..................4-65,4-76
Power Power door locks ..............3-6
Poweroutlet................2-26
Power steering system ..........5-23
Powerwindows..............2-30
Poweroutlet..................2-26
Powersteering.................5-23
Precautions Maintenance precautions .........8-2
Precautions on booster
seats...............1-22, 1-24, 1-28
Precautions on child
restraints............1-22, 1-24, 1-28
Precautionsonseatbeltusage.....1-11
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system ....................1-32
11-4