
Seat beltsCheck that all parts of the seat belt
system (for example, buckles, anchors, adjusters
and retractors) operate properly and smoothly,
and are installed securely. Check the belt web-
bing for cuts, fraying, wear or damage.
Steering wheelCheck for changes in the steer-
ing system, such as excessive freeplay, hard
steering or strange noises.
Warning lights and chimesMake sure all
warning lights and chimes are operating properly.
Windshield wiper and washer*Check that
the wipers and washer operate properly and that
the wipers do not streak.
Windshield defrosterCheck that the air
comes out of the defroster outlets properly and in
sufficient quantity when operating the heater or
air conditioner.
Under the hood and vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should be
checked periodically (for example, each time you
check the engine oil or refuel) .
Battery*Check the fluid level in each cell. It
should be between the MAX and MIN lines. Ve-
hicles operated in high temperatures or under
severe conditions require frequent checks of the
battery fluid level.NOTE:
Care should be taken to avoid situations
that can lead to potential battery discharge
and potential no-start conditions such as:
1. Installation or extended use of electronic
accessories that consume battery power
when the engine is not running (Phone char-
gers, 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.
Brake fluid level*Make sure that the brake fluid
level is between the MIN and MAX lines on the
reservoir.
Engine coolant level*Check the coolant level
when the engine is cold.
Engine drive belts*Make sure the drive belts
are not frayed, worn, cracked or oily.
Engine oil level*Check the level after parking
the vehicle on a level surface with the engine off.
Wait more than 10 minutes for the oil to drain
back into the oil pan.
Exhaust systemMake sure there are no loose
supports, cracks or holes. If the sound of the
exhaust seems unusual or there is a smell of
exhaust fumes, immediately have the exhaustsystem inspected. It is recommended you visit a
NISSAN dealer for this service. For additional
information, refer to “Exhaust gas (carbon mon-
oxide)” in the “Starting and driving” section of this
manual.
Fluid leaksCheck under the vehicle for fuel, oil,
water or other fluid leaks after the vehicle has
been parked for a while. Water dripping from the
air conditioner after use is normal. If you should
notice any leaks or if gasoline fumes are evident,
check for the cause and have it corrected imme-
diately.
Power steering fluid level* and linesCheck
the level when the fluid is cold, with the engine
off. Check the lines for proper attachment, leaks,
cracks, etc.
Radiator and hosesCheck the front of the
radiator and clean off any dirt, insects, leaves,
etc., that may have accumulated. Make sure the
hoses have no cracks, deformation, rot or loose
connections.
UnderbodyThe underbody is frequently ex-
posed to corrosive substances such as those
used on icy roads or to control dust. It is very
important to remove these substances from the
underbody, otherwise rust may form on the floor
pan, frame, fuel lines and exhaust system. At the
end of winter, the underbody should be thor-
oughly flushed with plain water, in those areas
8-4Maintenance and do-it-yourself

WARNING
Properly adjust the weight distributing
hitch so the rear of the bumper is no
higher than the measured reference
height when the trailer is attached. If the
rear bumper is higher than the measured
reference height when loaded, the vehicle
may handle unpredictably which could
cause a loss of vehicle control and cause
serious personal injury or property
damage.
Sway control device
Sudden maneuvers, wind gusts, and buffeting
caused by other vehicles can affect trailer han-
dling. Sway control devices may be used to help
control these affects. If you choose to use one,
contact a reputable trailer hitch supplier to make
sure the sway control device will work with the
vehicle, hitch, trailer and the trailer’s brake sys-
tem. Follow the instructions provided by the
manufacturer for installing and using the sway
control device.
Class I hitch
Class I trailer hitch equipment (receiver, ball
mount and hitch ball) can be used to tow trailers
of a maximum weight of 2,000 lb (907 kg) .
Tire pressures
●When towing a trailer, inflate the ve-
hicle tires to the recommended cold
tire pressure indicated on the Tire
and Loading Information label.
●Trailer tire condition, size, load rating
and proper inflation pressure should
be in accordance with the trailer and
tire manufacturer’s specifications.
Safety chains
Always use suitable safety chains between your
vehicle and the trailer. The safety chains should
be crossed and should be attached to the hitch,
not to the vehicle bumper or axle. The safety
chains can be attached to the bumper if the hitch
ball is mounted to the bumper. Be sure to leave
enough slack in the chains to permit turning
corners.
Trailer lights
CAUTION
When splicing into the vehicle electrical
system, a commercially available power-
type module/converter must be used to
provide power for all trailer lighting. This
unit uses the vehicle battery as a direct
power source for all trailer lights while
using the vehicle tail light, stoplight and
turn signal circuits as a signal source. The
module/converter must draw no more that
15 milliamps from the stop and tail lamp
circuits. Using a module/converter that
exceeds these power requirements may
damage the vehicle’s electrical system.
See a reputable trailer retailer to obtain
the proper equipment and to have it
installed.
Trailer lights should comply with federal and/or
local regulations. For assistance in hooking up
trailer lights, it is recommended that you contact a
NISSAN dealer or reputable trailer retailer. Ve-
hicles equipped with the optional trailer tow
package are equipped with a flat 4-pin connec-
tor, an adapter will be needed to connect the
trailer lights to the vehicle. Adapters are available
at auto parts stores and hitch retailers.
Technical and consumer information9-23

Engine oil...................8-10
Power steering fluid.............8-14
Windshield-washerfluid...........8-15
F.M.V.S.S. certification label...........9-11
Foglightswitch .................2-36
Forward Emergency Braking (FEB).......2-10
Front air bag system
(See supplemental restraint system)......1-55
Front power seat adjustment...........1-4
Frontseats.....................1-2
Fuel
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants.................9-2
Fuel economy................5-78
Fuel-filler door and cap...........3-28
Fuel-filler door lock opener lever......3-27
Fuel gauge...................2-6
Fuel octane rating...............9-5
Fuel recommendation.............9-4
Loose fuel cap warning...........2-25
Fuel Cell Vehicle (FCV) System
Tirepressure.................8-31
Fuel efficient driving tips.............5-77
Fuel-filler door..................3-27
Fuel gauge.....................2-6
Fuses.......................8-22
Fusible links...................8-24
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver.............2-56,2-58,2-59
Gascap .....................3-28
Gauge
Engine coolant temperature gauge.....2-6Fuel gauge...................2-6
Odometer...................2-5
Speedometer.................2-4
Tachometer..................2-5
Trip odometer.................2-5
General maintenance...............8-2
Glovebox.....................2-45
H
Hazard warning flasher switch..........6-2
Headlight and turn signal switch........2-32
Headlight control switch............2-32
Headlights....................8-27
Head restraints..................1-10
Heated rear seats................2-38
Heated seats...............2-37,2-40
Heated steering wheel.............2-40
Heater
Heater and air conditioner (automatic)
(if so equipped)...............4-26
Heater and air conditioner controls.....4-27
Heater operation...............4-28
Heater and air conditioner (automatic).....4-26
Hill start assist system..............5-87
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver . . .2-56, 2-58,
2-59
Hood.......................3-21
Hook
Luggage hook................2-48
Horn .......................2-36I
Ignition Switch
Push-Button Ignition Switch........5-11
Immobilizer system............2-28,5-14
Important vehicle information label
.......9-11
In-cabin microfilter................8-20
Increasing fuel economy.............5-78
Indicator
NISSAN Intelligent Key® battery discharge
indicator ...................5-13
Indicator lights and audible reminders
(See warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders)..................2-8,2-13
Inside automatic anti-glare mirror........3-33
Instrument brightness control..........2-35
Instrumentpanel...............0-6,2-2
Instrument panel dimmer switch........2-35
Intelligent cruise control (ICC) system
Brake assist.................5-41
Intelligent Key system
Key operating range..............3-8
Key operation................3-10
Mechanical key................3-3
Remote keyless entry operation.......3-12
Troubleshooting guide............3-17
Warning signals...............3-17
Interior light....................2-54
iPod®Player...................4-45
ISOFIX child restraints.............1-29
J
Jump starting................6-9,8-17
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K
Key.........................3-2
Key fob battery replacement..........8-25
Keyless entry
With Intelligent Key system
(See Intelligent Key system).........3-12
Keys
NISSAN Intelligent Key®........3-2,3-7
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System keys . .3-4
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)..........1-66
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren)
System......................1-29
License plate
Installing the license plate..........9-12
Liftgate......................3-22
Liftgaterelease..................3-26
Light
Airbagwarninglight.........1-67,2-13
Brake light (See stop light).........8-29
Bulb check/instrument panel.........2-8
Bulb replacement..............8-29Charge warning light.............2-9
Exterior and Interior lights..........8-29
Foglights...................8-28
Foglightswitch ...............2-36
Headlight and turn signal switch......2-32
Headlight control switch..........2-32
Headlights..................8-27
Interiorlight..................2-54
Lightbulbs..................8-27
Low tire pressure warning light.......2-10
Low windshield-washer fluid warning
light......................2-25
Passenger air bag and status light.....1-57
Personal lights................2-55
Security indicator light............2-14
Spotlights(Seemaplight) .........2-55
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders................2-8,2-13
Lights.......................8-27
Maplights ..................2-55
Lock
Child safety rear door lock..........3-7
Door locks...................3-5
Fuel-filler door lock opener lever......3-27
Liftgate release................3-26
Power door locks...............3-6
Loose fuel cap warning.............2-25
Lowfuelwarninglight ..........2-12,2-25
Low tire pressure warning light.........2-10
Low windshield-washer fluid warning light . . .2-25
Luggage hook..................2-48
Luggage rack (see roof rack)..........2-48
Luggage (See vehicle loading information) . .9-13M
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............2-13
Manual front seat adjustment...........1-3
Maplights ....................2-55
Mappocket....................2-43
Memory Seat........3-35,3-36,3-37,3-38
Meters and gauges................2-4
Instrument brightness control........2-35
Mirror
Automatic anti-glare inside mirror......3-33
Outside mirrors...............3-34
Rearview...................3-33
Vanity mirror.................3-32
Mirrors......................3-33
Moonroof.....................2-52
Moving Object Detection (MOD)........4-21
N
NISSAN Intelligent Key®..........3-2,3-7
NISSAN Intelligent Key® battery discharge
indicator .....................5-13
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System . .2-28, 5-14
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O
Octanerating(Seefueloctanerating)......9-5
Odometer.....................2-5
Oil
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants.................9-2
Changing engine oil.............8-11
Changing engine oil filter..........8-12
Checking engine oil level..........8-10
Engine oil...................8-10
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation . . .9-6
Engine oil viscosity..............9-7
Oneshotcall...............4-54,4-54
Outside mirrors.................3-34
Overheat
Ifyourvehicleoverheats...........6-11
Owner’s manual order form...........9-30
Owner’s manual/service manual order
information....................9-30
P
Parking
Parking brake operation...........5-21
Parking/parking on hills...........5-82
Personallights..................2-55
Power
Front seat adjustment.............1-4
Power door locks...............3-6
Power outlet.................2-41
Power rear windows.............2-51
Power steering fluid.............8-14
Power steering system...........5-82Power windows...............2-49
Rear power windows............2-51
Power outlet...................2-41
Power steering..................5-82
Power steering fluid...............8-14
Precautions
Maintenance precautions...........8-5
On-pavement and off-road driving
precautions..................5-7
Precautions on booster
seats...........1-27,1-34,1-40,1-44
Precautions on child
restraints.........1-27,1-34,1-40,1-44
Precautions on seat belt usage.......1-14
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system....................1-47
Precautions when starting and
driving...................5-2,5-9
Push starting...................6-11
R
Radio
Car phone or CB radio...........4-51
FM/AM/SAT radio with compact disc (CD)
player.....................4-38
Readiness for inspection maintenance (I/M)
test........................9-29
Rear center seat belt..............1-20
Rear power windows..............2-51
Rearseat......................1-6
Rearview mirror.................3-33
RearView Monitor.................4-2
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch.......................2-32Rear window wiper and washer switches . . .2-31
Recommended Fluids...............9-2
Recorders
EventData..................9-30
Refrigerant recommendation...........9-7
Registering a vehicle in another country....9-10
Remote Start...............3-19,5-15
Reporting safety defects (US only).......9-28
Roof rack.....................2-48
S
Safety
Child safety rear door lock..........3-7
Child seat belts.....1-27,1-34,1-40,1-44
Reporting safety defects (US only).....9-28
Seat adjustment
Front manual seat adjustment........1-3
Front power seat adjustment.........1-4
Seatbackpockets................2-43
Seat belt
Child safety..................1-25
Infants and small children..........1-25
Injured Person................1-17
Largerchildren................1-26
Precautions on seat belt usage.......1-14
Pregnant women...............1-17
Rear center seat belt............1-20
Seatbeltextenders .............1-24
Seatbeltmaintenance............1-24
Seatbelts................1-14,7-5
Shoulder belt height adjustment......1-23
Three-point type with retractor.......1-17
Seat belt extenders...............1-24
Seatbeltwarninglight..........1-17,2-12
10-5

Seats
Adjustment...................1-2
Armrests....................1-7
Automatic drive
positioner........3-35,3-36,3-37,3-38
Frontseats...................1-2
Heatedseats.............2-37,2-40
Manual front seat adjustment.........1-3
Rear seat....................1-6
Seats/floor mats..................7-4
Security indicator light..............2-14
Security system (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer
System) , engine start...........2-28,5-14
Security systems
Vehicle security system...........2-27
Self-adjusting brakes..............8-22
Service manual order form...........9-30
Servicing air conditioner.............4-29
Shoulder belt height adjustment........1-23
Spark plug replacement.............8-18
Spark plugs...................8-18
Specifications...................9-8
Speedometer...................2-4
Speedometer and odometer...........2-4
Spotlights(Seemaplight) ...........2-55
SRS warning label................1-66
Starting
Before starting the engine..........5-14
Jump starting..............6-9,8-17
Precautions when starting and
driving...................5-2,5-9
Push starting.................6-11
Starting the engine.............5-15
Starting the engine...............5-15
Steering
Heated steering wheel...........2-40Power steering fluid.............8-14
Power steering system...........5-82
Steeringwheel..................3-30
Stoplight.....................8-29
Storage......................2-43
Storage tray...................2-44
Sunglassescase.................2-45
Sunglassesholder................2-45
Sunroof......................2-52
Sunroof(seeMoonroof).............2-52
Sun visors....................3-32
Supplemental air bag warning labels......1-66
Supplemental air bag warning light . . .1-67, 2-13
Supplemental front impact air bag system . . .1-55
Supplemental restraint system
Information and warning labels.......1-66
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system....................1-47
Supplemental restraint system
(Supplemental air bag system).........1-47
Switch
Autolightswitch...............2-33
Automatic power window switch......2-51
Foglightswitch ...............2-36
Hazard warning flasher switch........6-2
Headlight and turn signal switch......2-32
Headlight control switch..........2-32
Instrument brightness control........2-35
Power door lock switch............3-6
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch.....................2-32
Rear window wiper and washer
switches...................2-31
Steering wheel switch for audio
control/Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone
System....................4-48Turnsignalswitch..............2-35
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off
switch.....................2-40
T
Tachometer....................2-5
Temperature gauge
Engine coolant temperature gauge.....2-6
Theft (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System) ,
engine start................2-28,5-14
Three-way catalyst
................5-2
Tire
Flat tire.....................6-3
Spare tire................6-5,8-41
Tire and Loading Information label.....9-12
Tire chains..................8-38
Tire pressure.................8-31
Tire rotation..................8-39
Types of tires.................8-37
Uniform tire quality grading.........9-27
Wheels and tires............8-31,9-9
Wheel/tire size.................9-9
Tirepressure...................8-31
Low tire pressure warning light.......2-10
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)....5-3
Top tether strap child restraint.........1-31
Towing
Flattowing..................9-26
Towing load/specification..........9-21
Towtrucktowing...............6-12
Trailer towing.................9-17
Towing a trailer..................9-17
10-6

Transceiver
HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver...........2-56,2-58,2-59
Transmission
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
fluid......................8-13
Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT).............5-16
Travel (See registering a vehicle in another
country)......................9-10
Trip odometer...................2-5
Turn signal switch................2-35
U
Uniform tire quality grading...........9-27
USB interface..................4-42
Audio file operation.............4-43
V
Vanity mirror...................3-32
Vehicledimensionsandweights.........9-9
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch . . .2-40
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system....5-84
Vehicle identification...............9-10
Vehicle identification number (VIN).......9-10
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
(Chassis number)................9-10
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate....9-10
Vehicle immobilizer system........2-28,5-14
Vehicleloadinginformation...........9-13
Vehicle recovery..............6-14,6-15
Vehicle security system.............2-27Vehicle security system (NISSAN Vehicle
Immobilizer System) , engine start....2-28,5-14
Vents.......................4-25
Visors.......................3-32
Voice Prompt Interrupt..............4-54
W
Warning
Airbagwarninglight.........1-67,2-13
Anti-lock brake warning light.........2-8
Battery charge warning light.........2-9
Blind Spot Warning (BSW) warning
light......................5-21
Brake warning light..............2-9
Engine oil pressure warning light......2-10
Hazard warning flasher switch........6-2
Loose fuel cap warning...........2-25
Lowfuelwarninglight ........2-12,2-25
Low tire pressure warning light.......2-10
Low windshield-washer fluid warning
light......................2-25
Passenger air bag and status light.....1-57
Seatbeltwarninglight........1-17,2-12
Supplemental air bag warning
light ..................1-67,2-13
TPMS......................2-4
Vehicle security system...........2-27
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders................2-8,2-13
Warning labels (for SRS)..........1-66
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders..................2-8,2-13
Audible reminders...........2-8,2-13
Indicatorlights.............2-8,2-13Warning lights.............2-8,2-13
Warning lights...............2-8,2-13
Washer switch
Rear window wiper and washer
switches...................2-31
Weights (See dimensions and weights).....9-9
Wheels and tires..............8-31,9-9
Wheel/tire size...................9-9
When traveling or registering in another
country......................9-10
Windows.....................2-49
Locking passengers’ windows.......2-50
Power rear windows.............2-51
Power windows...............2-49
Rear power windows............2-51
Windshield-washerfluid.............8-15
Windshieldwiperblades............8-20
Wiper
Rear window wiper and washer
switches...................2-31
Wiperblades.................8-20
Wiper and washer switch............2-30
10-7