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 remote keyless entry function on
the 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.
TIRE EQUIPMENT
1. SUMMER tires have a tread designed toprovide superior performance on dry pave-
ment. However, the performance of these
tires will be substantially reduced in snowy
and icy conditions. If you operate your ve-
hicle on snowy or icy roads, NISSAN recom-
mends the use of MUD & SNOW or ALL
SEASON TIRES on all four wheels. Please
consult a NISSAN dealer for the tire type,
size, speed rating and availability informa-
tion.
2. For additional traction on icy roads, studded tires may be used. However, some U.S.
states and Canadian provinces prohibit their
use. Check local, state and provincial laws
before installing 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.
SPECIAL WINTER EQUIPMENT
It is recommended that the following items be
carried in the vehicle during winter:
● A scraper and stiff-bristled brush to remove
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 snowdrifts.
● Extra washer fluid to refill the windshield-
washer fluid reservoir.
DRIVING ON SNOW OR ICE
WARNING
● Wet ice (32°F, 0°C and freezing rain) ,
very cold snow or ice can be slick and
very hard to drive on. The vehicle will
have much less traction or “grip” under
these conditions. Try to avoid driving on
wet ice until the road is salted or
sanded.
● Whatever the condition, drive with cau-
tion. Accelerate and slow down with
care. If accelerating or downshifting too
fast, the drive wheels will lose even
more traction.
COLD WEATHER DRIVING
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Warning Airbagwarninglight.........1-57,2-11
Anti-lock brake warning light .........2-7
Battery charge warning light .........2-8
Blind Spot Warning (BSW) warning
light......................5-22
Brake warning light ..............2-8
Engine oil pressure warning light .......2-8
Hazard warning flasher switch ........6-2
Loose fuel cap warning ...........2-24
Lowfuelwarninglight ........2-10,2-24
Low tire pressure warning light ........2-9
Low windshield-washer fluid warning
light......................2-24
Passenger air bag and status light .....1-49
Seat belt warning light ........1-14,2-11
Supplemental air bag warning
light ..................1-57,2-11
TPMS ......................2-4
Vehicle security system ...........2-34
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders ................2-7,2-12
Warning labels (for SRS) ..........1-57
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders..................2-7,2-12 Audible reminders ...........2-7,2-12
Indicatorlights.............2-7,2-12
Warninglights .............2-7,2-12
Warning lights ...............2-7,2-12
Weights(Seedimensionsandweights)....9-10
Wheels and tires .................8-31
Wheel/tire size ..................9-10 When traveling or registering in another
country......................9-11
Windows
.....................2-51
Locking passengers’ windows .......2-53
Power rear windows .............2-53
Rear power windows ............2-53
Windshield-washer fluid .............8-15
Windshieldwiperblades............8-20
Wiper Wiperblades.................8-20
Wiper and washer switch ............2-36
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