●The system is designed as an aid to the
driver in detecting large stationary ob-
jects to help avoid damaging the ve-
hicle. The system will not detect small
objects below the bumper, and may not
detect objects close to the bumper or
on the ground.
● If your vehicle sustains damage to the
rear bumper fascia, leaving it mis-
aligned or bent, the sensing zone may
be altered causing inaccurate measure-
ment of obstacles or false alarms.
The RSS sounds a tone to warn the driver of
obstacles near the rear bumper when the shift
lever is in R (Reverse) . The system may not
detect objects at speeds above 3 mph (5 km/h)
and may not detect certain angular or moving
objects.
The RSS detects obstacles up to 5.9 ft (1.8 m)
from the rear bumper with a decreased coverage
area at the outer corners of the bumper, (refer to
the illustration for approximate zone coverage
areas) . As you move closer to the obstacle, the
rate of the tone increases. When the obstacle is
less than 10 in (25.0 cm) away, the tone will
sound continuously. If the RSS detects a station-
ary or receding object further than 10 in.
(25.0 cm) from the side of the vehicle, the tone will sound for only 3 seconds. Once the system
detects an object approaching, the tone will
sound again.
The RSS automatically turns on when the shift
lever is placed in R (Reverse) and the ignition
switch is placed in the ON position. The RSS
OFF switch on the instrument panel allows the
driver to turn the RSS on and off. To turn the RSS
off, the ignition switch must be placed in the ON
position. An indicator light on the switch will
illuminate when the system is turned off. If the
indicator light illuminates when the RSS is not
turned off, it may indicate a malfunction in the
RSS.
Keep the RSS sensors (located on the rear bum-
per fascia) free from snow, ice and large accumu-
lations of dirt (do not clean the sensors with sharp
objects) . If the sensors are covered, it will affect
the accuracy of the RSS.FREEING A FROZEN DOOR LOCK
To prevent a door lock from freezing, apply de-
icer through the key hole. If the lock becomes
frozen, heat the key before inserting it into the key
hole, or use the NISSAN Intelligent Key®.
ANTIFREEZE
In the winter when it is anticipated that the tem-
perature will drop below 32°F (0°C) , check the
antifreeze to assure proper winter protection. For
additional information, refer to “Engine cooling
system” in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself”
section of this manual.
BATTERY
If the battery is not fully charged during extremely
cold weather conditions, the battery fluid may
freeze and damage the battery. To maintain maxi-
mum efficiency, the battery should be checked
regularly. For additional information, refer to “Bat-
tery” in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” sec-
tion of this manual.
DRAINING OF COOLANT WATER
If the vehicle is to be left outside without anti-
freeze, drain the cooling system, including the
engine block. Refill before operating the vehicle.
For additional information, refer to “Changing
engine coolant” in the “Maintenance and do-it-
yourself” section of this manual.
COLD WEATHER DRIVING
5-48Starting and driving
Your NISSAN is designed to have minimum main-
tenance requirements with long service intervals
to save you both time and money; however, some
day-to-day and regular maintenance is essential
to maintain your NISSAN’s good mechanical
condition as well as its emissions and engine
performance.
It is the owner’s responsibility to make sure that
the scheduled maintenance, as well as general
maintenance, is performed.
As the vehicle owner, you are the only one who
can ensure that your vehicle receives proper
maintenance. You are a vital link in the mainte-
nance chain.
Scheduled maintenance
For your convenience, both required and optional
scheduled maintenance items are described and
listed in your “NISSAN Service and Maintenance
Guide”. You must refer to that guide to ensure
that necessary maintenance is performed on your
NISSAN at regular intervals.
General maintenance
General maintenance includes those items which
should be checked during normal day-to-day op-
eration. They are essential for proper vehicle op-
eration. It is your responsibility to perform these
maintenance procedures regularly as prescribed.Performing general maintenance checks requires
minimal mechanical skill and only a few general
automotive tools.
These checks or inspections can be done by you,
a qualified technician or, if you prefer, a NISSAN
dealer.
Where to go for service
If maintenance service is required or your vehicle
appears to malfunction, have the systems
checked and corrected by a NISSAN dealer.
NISSAN technicians are well-trained specialists
who are kept up-to-date with the latest service
information through technical bulletins, service
tips and in-dealership training programs. They
are completely qualified to work on NISSAN ve-
hicles
before they work on your vehicle rather
than after they have worked on it.
You can be confident that a NISSAN dealer’s
service department performs the best job to meet
the maintenance requirements on your vehicle —
in a reliable and economical way. During the normal day-to-day operation of the
vehicle, general maintenance should be per-
formed regularly as prescribed in this section. If
you detect any unusual sounds, vibrations or
smells, be sure to check for the cause or have a
NISSAN dealer do it promptly. In addition, you
should notify a NISSAN dealer if you think that
repairs are required.
When performing any checks or maintenance
work, closely observe the “Maintenance precau-
tions” in this section.
EXPLANATION OF GENERAL
MAINTENANCE ITEMS
Additional information on the following
items with“*”isfound in this section.
Outside the vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should be
performed from time to time, unless otherwise
specified.
Doors and engine hood
Check that the doors
and engine hood operate properly. Also ensure that
all latches lock securely. Lubricate hinges, latches,
latch pins, rollers and links as necessary. Make sure
that the secondary latch keeps the hood from
opening when the primary latch is released.
When driving in areas using road salt or other
corrosive materials, check lubrication frequently.
MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS GENERAL MAINTENANCE
8-2Maintenance and do-it-yourself
10 Index
2nd row bench seat adjustment......1-7,1-9
A
Air bag (See supplemental restraint
system) .....................1-48
Air bag system Front (See supplemental front impact
air bag system) ...............1-55
Airbagwarninglabels.............1-65
Airbagwarninglight...........1-65,2-15
Air bag warning light, supplemental . .1-65, 2-15
Air cleaner housing filter ............8-18
Air conditioner Air conditioner service ...........4-50
Air conditioner specification label .....9-12
Air conditioner system refrigerant and
oil recommendations .............9-7
Air conditioner system refrigerant
recommendations ..............9-7
Heater and air conditioner
controls................4-39,4-45
Servicing air conditioner ..........4-50
Alarm system
(See vehicle security system) .........2-28
Anchor point locations .............1-31
Antenna ....................4-103
Anti-lock brake warning light ..........2-11
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ........5-42
Armrests.....................1-10
Around View® Monitor .............4-27
Audible reminders ...............2-17 Audio system
..................4-50
AMradioreception.............4-51
Bluetooth®audio..............4-98
Bluetooth® streaming audio ........4-98
Compact Disc (CD) changer .......4-69
Compact disc (CD) player .....4-75,4-82
Digital Versatile Disc (DVD) Player
Operation ..................4-84
FM-AM radio with compact disc (CD)
changer ...................4-66
FM/AM/SAT radio with CD/DVD player . .4-78
FM/AM/SAT radio with compact disc (CD)
player ....................4-71
FMradioreception.............4-51
iPod® Player .............4-92,4-94
iPod® player operation .......4-92,4-94
Radio ....................4-50
Steering wheel audio control switch . . .4-102
USB interface ............4-87,4-88
USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connection
Port..................4-87,4-88
Autolight switch .................2-34
Automatic Automatic drive positioner .........3-36
Automatic power window switch .....2-54
Automatic anti-glare inside mirror .......3-34
Automatic door locks ..............3-6
Automatic drive positioner ...........3-36
AUXjack ....................4-70 B
Battery ..................5-48, 8-14
Charge warning light ............2-12
Battery replacement NISSAN Intelligent Key® ..........8-24
Before starting the engine ...........5-13
Belt (See drive belt) ..............8-17
Blind Spot Intervention (BSI) system .....5-19
Blind Spot Warning (BSW) warning
system......................5-19
Block heater Engine ....................5-49
Bluetooth® audio ................4-98
Bluetooth® hands-free phone
system.................4- 116, 4-130
Boosterseats..................1-45
Brake Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ......5-42
Brake assist (for Intelligent cruise control
system) ...................5-43
Brake fluid ..................8-13
Brakelight(Seestoplight).........8-26
Brake system ................5-41
Brakewarninglight.............2-11
Brakewearindicators........2-17,8-20
Parking brake operation ..........5-18
Self-adjusting brakes ............
8-20
Brake fluid ....................8-13
Brakes ......................8-20
Brake system ..................5-41
Break-inschedule ...............5-34
Brightness/contrastbutton ........4-9,4-18
Brightness controlInstrument panel ...............2-36
Bulb check/instrument panel ..........2-11
Bulb replacement ................8-26
C
Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants . .9-2
Cargoareastoragebin.............2-51
Cargolight....................2-59
Cargo(Seevehicleloadinginformation)....9-13
Car phone or CB radio .............4-116
CD care and cleaning .............4-101
CD changer (See audio system) ........4-69
CD player (See audio system) ......4-75,4-82
Check tire pressure ...............2-27
Child restraints .......1-24,1-25,1-26,1-28
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren) System ..............1-28
Precautions on child
restraints.........1-26,1-33,1-39,1-45
Top tether strap anchor point locations . .1-31
Child restraint with top tether strap .......1-31
Child safety rear door lock ............3-7
Chimes, audible reminders ...........2-17
Cleaningexteriorandinterior........7-2,7-4
Clock set/adjustment ..............4-16
Clock setting
(models with Navigation System) ........4-10
Clock setting
(models without Navigation System) ....4-4,4-8
C.M.V.S.S. certification label ..........9-11
Cold weather driving ...............5-48
Compact disc (CD) player ........4-75,4-82 Console box
...................2-46
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) . . .5-15 Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
fluid......................8-12
Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT) .............5-15
Control panel buttons ..............4-10
Brightness/contrast button ......4-9,4-18
Enterbutton...............4-4,4-10
Without navigation system ..........4-4
Controls Audio controls (steering wheel) ......4-102
Heater and air conditioner
controls................4-39,4-45
Coolant Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................9-2
Changingenginecoolant...........8-8
Checking engine coolant level ........8-8
Engine coolant temperature gauge .....2-5
Corrosion protection ...............7-6
Cruisecontrol ...........5-32,5-32,5-33
Cupholders...................2-48
D
Daytime running light system (Canada only) . .2-36
Defroster switch Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch.....................2-33
Digital Versatile Disc (DVD) player .......4-84
Dimensionsandweights.............9-9
Dimmer switch for instrument panel ......2-36
Display controls
(seecontrolpanelbuttons) ........4-4,4-10 Door locks
.....................3-5
Drive belt .....................8-17
Drive positioner, Automatic ...........3-36
Driving Cold weather driving .............5-48
Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT) .............5-15
Precautions when starting and driving ....5-2
Driving the vehicle ................5-15
Dual head restraint DVD system .......4-104
E
Economy-fuel..................5-36
Emission control information label .......9-11
Emission control system warranty .......9-30
Engine Before
starting the engine ..........5-13
Blockheater.................5-49
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants.................9-2
Changing engine coolant ...........8-8
Changingengineoil.............8-10
Changing engine oil filter ..........8-11
Checking engine coolant level ........8-8
Checking engine oil level ...........8-9
Engine compartment check locations ....8-6
Engine coolant temperature gauge .....2-5
Engine cooling system ............8-7
Engineoil ...................8-9
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation . . .9-6
Engine oil pressure warning light ......2-12
Engine oil viscosity ..............9-6
Engine serial number ............9-11
Engine specifications .............9-8
10-2
Starting the engine.............5-14
Engine coolant temperature gauge .......2-5
Enterbutton.................4-4,4-10
Event data recorders ..............9-32
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) .........5-2
Explanation of maintenance items ........8-2
Extendedstorageswitch ............8-23
Eyeglass case ..................2-47
F
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch) . .6-2
Flat tire .......................6-3
Floor mat positioning aid .............7-5
Fluid Brake fluid ..................8-13
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................9-2
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
fluid......................8-12
Engine coolant .................8-7
Engine oil ...................8-9
Power steering fluid .............8-12
Windshield-washerfluid...........8-13
F.M.V.S.S. certification label ...........9-11
Foglightswitch .................2-37
Front air bag system
(See supplemental restraint system) ......1-55
Front power seat adjustment ...........1-5
Frontseats.....................1-2
Fuel Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................9-2
Fuel economy ................5-36
Fuel-filler door and cap ...........3-28 Fuel gauge
...................2-6
Fuel octane rating ...............9-5
Fuel recommendation .............9-4
Loose fuel cap warning ........2-28,3-29
Fuelgauge.....................2-6
Fuses.......................8-21
Fusiblelinks ...................8-22
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver .........2-60,2-61,2-62,2-63
Gascap .....................3-28
Gauge Engine coolant temperature gauge .....2-5
Fuel gauge ...................2-6
Odometer ...................2-4
Speedometer .................2-4
Tachometer ..................2-5
Trip odometer .................2-4
General maintenance ...............8-2
Glovebox.....................2-46
Gloveboxlock..................2-46
H
Hands-free phone system,
Bluetooth®...............4- 116, 4-130
Hazard warning flasher switch ..........6-2
Headlight and turn signal switch ........2-33
Headlight control switch ............2-34
Headlights ....................8-25
Head restraints ..................1-12
Heated seats ............2-38,2-39,2-40 Heated steering wheel
.............2-41
Heater Heater and air conditioner
controls ................4-39,4-45
Heater operation ...........4-40,4-46
Hill descent control system ...........5-46
Hill start assist system ..............5-47
HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver .........2-60,2-61,2-62,2-63
Hood.......................3-22
Hook Luggage
hook................2-50
Horn .......................2-38
I
Ignition Switch Push-Button Ignition Switch ........5-10
Imageviewer...................4-19
Immobilizer system .........2-29,3-4,5-13
Important vehicle information label .......9-11
In-cabin microfilter ................8-18
Increasing fuel economy .............5-36
Indicator lights and audible reminders
(See warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders).................2-10,2-15
Inside automatic anti-glare mirror ........3-34
Inside mirror ...................3-33
Instrument brightness control ..........2-36
Instrumentpanel...............0-6,2-2
Instrument panel dimmer switch ........2-36
Intelligent Key system Key operating range ..............3-9
Key operation ................3-10
Mechanical key ................3-3
10-3
Remote keyless entry operation.......3-13
Troubleshooting guide............3-18
Warning signals ...............3-18
Interiorlight....................2-58
iPod®Player ...............4-92,4-94
ISOFIX child restraints .............1-28
J
Jump starting ................6-9,8-16
K
Key.........................3-2
Keyless entry With Intelligent Key system
(See Intelligent Key system) .........3-13
Keys, For Intelligent Key system .........3-7
L
Labels Air conditioner specification label .....9-12
C.M.V.S.S. certification label ........9-11
Emissioncontrolinformationlabel.....9-11
Engine serial number ............9-11
F.M.V.S.S. certification label .........9-11
Tire and Loading Information label .....9-12
Vehicle identification number (VIN) .....9-10
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate . .9-10
Warning labels (for SRS) ..........1-65
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren)
System ......................1-28 Liftgate......................3-23
Liftgaterelease.................3-27
Light
Air bag warning light .........1-65,2-15
Brake light (See stop light) .........8-26
Bulb check/instrument panel ........2-11
Bulbreplacement..............8-26
Charge warning light ............2-12
Foglights...................8-25
Foglightswitch ...............2-37
Headlight and turn signal switch ......2-33
Headlight control switch ..........2-34
Headlights..................8-25
Interiorlight..................2-58
Lightbulbs..................8-25
Low tire pressure warning light .......2-12
Low windshield-washer fluid warning
light ..................2-14,2-27
Passenger air bag and status light .....1-57
Security indicator light ............2-17
Spotlights(Seemaplight) .........2-59
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders ...............2-10,2-15
Lights.......................8-25 Maplights ..................2-59
Lock Child safety rear door lock ..........3-7
Door locks ...................3-5
Gloveboxlock................2-46
Liftgaterelease...............3-27
Power door locks ...............3-6
Loose fuel cap warning ..........2-28,3-29
Lowfuelwarninglight.......2-12,2-14,2-26
Low tire pressure warning light .........2-12
Low windshield-washer fluid warning
light ....................2-14,2-27 Luggage hook
..................2-50
Luggage rack (see roof rack) ..........2-51
Luggage (See vehicle loading information) . .9-13
M
Maintenance General maintenance .............8-2
Insidethevehicle...............8-3
Maintenance precautions ...........8-5
Outside the vehicle ..............8-2
Seat belt maintenance ............1-24
Under the hood and vehicle .........8-4
Maintenance requirements ............8-2
Malfunction indicator light ............2-16
Manual front seat adjustment ...........1-3
Maplights ....................2-59
Mappocket....................2-45
Memory Seat ...................3-36
Meters and gauges ................2-3
Instrument brightness control ........
2-36
Mirror Automatic anti-glare inside mirror ......3-34
Inside mirror .................3-33
Outside mirrors ...............3-35
Vanity mirror .................3-33
Mirrors ......................3-33
Moonroof .....................2-54
N
NISSAN vehicle immobilizer
system ................2-29,3-4,5-13
NISSAN voice recognition system ......4-143
10-4
O
Octanerating(Seefueloctanerating)......9-5
Odometer .....................2-4
Oil Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................9-2
Changing engine oil .............8-10
Changing engine oil filter ..........8-11
Checking engine oil level ...........8-9
Engine oil ...................8-9
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation . . .9-6
Engine oil viscosity ..............9-6
Oneshotcall..............4- 120, 4-132
Outside mirrors .................3-35
Overheat Ifyourvehicleoverheats...........6-11
Owner’s manual order form ...........9-32
Owner’s manual/service manual order
information ....................9-32
P
Parking Parking brake operation ...........5-18
Parking/parking on hills ...........5-40
Phone, Bluetooth® hands-free
system .................4- 116, 4-130
Power Front seat adjustment .............1-5
Power door locks ...............3-6
Power outlet ..............2-43,2-45
Power rear windows .............2-53
Power steering fluid .............8-12 Power steering system
...........5-41
Rear power windows ............2-53
Power inverter switch ..............2-42
Power outlet ................2-43,2-45
Power steering ..................5-41
Power steering fluid ...............8-12
Precautions Maintenance precautions ...........8-5
On-pavement and off-road driving
precautions ..................5-6
Precautions on booster
seats...........1-26,1-33,1-39,1-45
Precautions on child
restraints .........1-26,1-33,1-39,1-45
Precautions on seat belt usage .......1-17
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system ....................1-48
Precautions when starting and driving ....5-2
Pre-tensioner seat belt system .........1-64
Push starting ...................6-11
R
Radio Car phone or CB radio ...........4-116
Compact Disc (CD) changer ........4-69
FM-AM radio with compact disc (CD)
changer ....................4-66
FM/AM/SAT radio with CD/DVD player . .4-78
FM/AM/SAT radio with compact disc (CD)
player .....................4-71
Steering wheel audio control switch . . .4-102
Readiness for inspection maintenance (I/M)
test........................9-31
Rear power windows ..............2-53 Rear sonar system
................5-47
RearView Monitor .............4-21,4-23
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch.......................2-33
Rear window wiper and washer switches . . .2-32
Recorders Eventdata..................9-32
Refrigerant recommendation ...........9-7
Registering your vehicle in another country . .9-10
Remote Start ...............
3-20,5-14
Reporting safety defects (US only) .......9-30
Roof rack .....................2-51
S
Safety Child safety rear door lock ..........3-7
Child seat belts .....1-26,1-33,1-39,1-45
Reporting safety defects (US only) .....9-30
Seat adjustment Front manual seat adjustment ........1-3
Front power seat adjustment .........1-5
Secondrowbenchseats........1-7,1-9
Seatbackpockets................2-46
Seat belt Child safety ..................1-24
Infants and small children ..........1-25
Injured Person ................1-20
Largerchildren................1-25
Precautions on seat belt usage .......1-17
Pregnant women ...............1-20
Pre-tensioner seat belt system .......1-64
Seatbeltextenders .............1-23
Seatbeltmaintenance............1-24
Seatbelts...................1-17
10-5
Shoulder belt height adjustment......1-23
Three-point type with retractor .......1-20
Seat belt extenders ...............1-23
Seatbeltwarninglight..........1-20,2-14
Seats 2nd row bench seat adjustment ....1-7,1-9
Adjustment ...................1-2
Armrests...................1-10
Automatic drive positioner ..........3-36
Frontseats...................1-2
Heatedseats..........2-38,2-39,2-40
Manual front seat adjustment .........1-3
Security indicator light ..............2-17
Security system (NISSAN vehicle immobilizer
system) , engine start ........2-29,3-4,5-13
Security systems Vehicle security system ...........2-28
Self-adjusting brakes ..............8-20
Service manual order form ...........9-32
Servicing air conditioner .............4-50
Shoulder belt height adjustment ........1-23
Sonar Rear system .................5-47
Spark plug replacement .............8-17
Spark plugs ...................8-17
Specifications ...................9-8
Speedometer ...................2-4
Spotlights(Seemaplight) ...........2-59
SRS warning label ................1-65
Stability control .................5-43
Starting Before starting the engine ..........5-13
Jump starting ..............6-9,8-16
Precautions when starting and driving ....5-2
Push starting .................6-11
Starting the engine .............5-14 Starting the engine
...............5-14
Steering Heated steering wheel ...........2-41
Power steering fluid .............8-12
Power steering system ...........5-41
Steering wheel audio control switch .....4-102
Stoplight.....................8-26
Storage......................2-45
Storagebin....................2-51
Sunglassescase.................2-47
Sunglassesholder................2-47
Sunroof(seeMoonroof).............2-54
Sun visors ....................3-32
Supplemental air bag warning labels ......1-65
Supplemental air bag warning light . . .1-65, 2-15
Supplemental front impact air bag system . . .1-55
Supplemental restraint system Information and warning labels .......1-65
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system ....................1-48
Supplemental restraint system
(Supplemental air bag system) .........1-48
Switch Autolightswitch...............2-34
Automatic power window switch ......2-54
Foglightswitch ...............2-37
Hazard warning flasher switch ........6-2
Headlight and turn signal switch ......2-33
Headlight control switch ..........2-34
Instrument brightness control ........2-36
Power door lock switch ............3-6
Power inverter switch ............2-42
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch.....................2-33
Rear window wiper and washer switches .2-32
Tow mode switch ..............2-43 Turnsignalswitch..............2-36
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off
switch
.....................2-42
Wiper and washer switch ..........2-30
T
T
achometer ....................2-5
Temperature gauge Engine coolant temperature gauge .....2-5
Theft (NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system) ,
engine start .............2-29,3-4,5-13
Three-way catalyst ................5-2
Tire Flat tire .....................6-3
Spare tire ................6-4,8-39
Tire and Loading Information label .....9-12
Tire chains ..................8-36
Tire pressure .................8-29
Tire rotation..................8-36
Tires of 4-wheel drive ............8-38
Types of tires .................8-35
Uniform tire quality grading .........9-29
Wheels and tires ...............8-29
Wheel/tire size .................9-9
Tire pressure Low tire pressure warning light .......2-12
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ....5-3
Top tether strap child restraint .........1-31
Towing 4-wheel drive models ............6-13
Flattowing..................9-28
Towing load/specification ..........9-20
Towtrucktowing...............6-12
Trailer towing .................9-17
10-6