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CHANGING ENGINE OIL
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and applythe parking brake.
2. Start the engine and let it idle until it reaches operating temperature, then turn it off. 3. Remove the oil filler cap
Bby turning it
counterclockwise.
4. Place a large drain pan under the drain plug
A.
5. Remove the drain plug
Awith a wrench by
turning it counterclockwise and completely
drain the oil.
If the oil filter is to be changed, remove and
replace it at this time. For additional informa-
tion, refer to “Changing engine oil filter” in
this section.
● Waste oil must be disposed of prop-
erly.
● Check your local regulations.
WARNING
●Prolonged and repeated contact with
used engine oil may cause skin cancer.
● Try to avoid direct skin contact with
used oil. If skin contact is made, wash
thoroughly with soap or hand cleaner as
soon as possible.
● Keep used engine oil out of reach of
children.
CAUTION
Be careful not to burn yourself. The engine
oil may be hot.
6. Clean and reinstall the drain plug and a new washer. Securely tighten the drain plug with
a wrench. Do not use excessive force.
Drain plug tightening torque: 25 ft-lb (34 N·m)
7. Refill engine with recommended oil through the oil filler opening, then install the oil filler
cap securely.
For additional information, refer to “Recom-
mended fluids/lubricants and capacities” in
the “Technical and consumer information”
section of this manual for drain and refill
capacity.
The drain and refill capacity depends on the
oil temperature and drain time. Use these
specifications for reference only. Always use
the dipstick to determine when the proper
amount of oil is in the engine.
8. Start the engine. Check for leakage around the drain plug and oil filter. Correct as re-
quired.
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9. Turn the engine off and wait more than10 minutes. Check the oil level with the
dipstick. Add engine oil if necessary.
CHANGING ENGINE OIL FILTER
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply
the parking brake.
2. Turn the engine off.
3. Place a large drain pan under the oil filter
B. 4. Loosen the oil filter with an oil filter wrench
by turning it counterclockwise. Then remove
the oil filter by turning it by hand.
CAUTION
Be careful not to burn yourself. The engine
oil may be hot.
5. Wipe the engine oil filter sealing surface with a clean rag.
CAUTION
Be sure to remove any old gasket material
remaining on the sealing surface of the
engine. Failure to do so could lead to
engine damage.
6. Coat the gasket on the new filter with clean engine oil.
7. Screw on the oil filter until a slight resistance is felt, then tighten an additional 2/3 turn.
8. Start the engine and check for leakage around the oil filter. Correct as required.
9. Turn the engine off and wait more than 10 minutes. Check the oil level. Add engine
oil by removing the oil filler cap
Aif neces-
sary.
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The current sensorAis located near the battery
along the negative battery cable. If you add elec-
trical accessories to your vehicle, be sure to
ground them to a suitable body ground such as
the frame or engine block area.
1. Automatic tensioner pulley
2. Generator pulley
3. Water pump pulley
4. Air conditioner compressor pulley
5. Crankshaft pulley
WARNING
Be sure the ignition switch is in the OFF or
LOCK position before servicing drive belt.
The engine could rotate unexpectedly. 1. Visually inspect the belt for signs of unusual
wear, cuts, or fraying. If the belt is in poor
condition, have it replaced or adjusted. It is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.
2. Have the belt checked regularly for condi- tion.
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3. Remove the fuse box cover by pushing thetab and lifting the cover up.
4. Remove the fuse with the fuse puller. The fuse puller is located in the center of the fuse
block in the passenger compartment.
5. If the fuse is open
A, replace it with a new
fuse
B.
6. If a new fuse also opens, have the electrical system checked and repaired by a NISSAN
dealer.Fusible links
If the electrical equipment does not operate and
fuses are in good condition, check the fusible
links. If any of these fusible links are melted,
replace with only Genuine NISSAN parts.
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How to replace the extended storage switch:1. To remove the extended storage switch, be sure the ignition switch is in the OFF or
LOCK position.
2. Be sure the headlight switch is in the OFF position.
3. Remove the fuse box cover.
4. Pinch the locking tabs
1and2found on
each side of the storage switch.
5. Pull the storage switch straight out from the fuse box
3.
CAUTION
Be careful not to allow children to swallow
the battery or removed parts.
KEY FOB (if so equipped)
Replace the battery in the key fob as follows:
1. Remove the screw
A.
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Replacing the halogen headlight bulb
Disconnect the negative battery cable before
replacement and installation of the headlight
bulb.
1Release the clip on the connector.
2Rotate the bulb counterclockwise and pull
out to remove. Replace as necessary.
CAUTION
● Aiming is not necessary after replacing
the bulb. When aiming adjustment is
necessary, it is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
● Do not leave the headlight assembly
open without a bulb installed for a long
period of time. Dust, moisture, smoke,
etc. entering the headlight body may
affect bulb performance. Remove the
bulb from the headlight assembly just
before a replacement bulb is installed.
● Only touch the base when handling the
bulb. Never touch the glass envelope.
Touching the glass could significantly
affect bulb life and/or headlight
performance.
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Disconnect the negative battery cable before
replacement and installation of the headlight
bulb.
1Rotate the bulb counterclockwise and pull
out to remove. Replace as necessary.
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10 Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ........5-21
Air bag (See supplemental restraint
system) .....................1-40
Air bag system Front (See supplemental front impact
air bag system) ...............1-48
Airbagwarninglabels.............1-57
Airbagwarninglight...........1-58,2-14
Air bag warning light, supplemental . .1-58, 2-14
Air cleaner housing filter ............8-17
Air conditioner Air conditioner operation ..........4-17
Air conditioner specification label .....9-11
Air conditioner system refrigerant and
oil recommendations .............9-6
Air conditioner system refrigerant
recommendations ..............9-6
Heater and air conditioner (manual) ....4-14
Rear seat air conditioner ..........4-21
Servicing air conditioner ..........4-22
Airflowcharts..................4-18
Anchor point locations .............1-24
Antenna .....................4-45
Antifreeze ....................5-25
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ........5-21
Audible reminders ...............2-16
Audio system ..................4-22
AM radio reception .............4-23
Bluetooth® streaming audio ........4-42
Compact disc (CD) player .........4-35 FM/AM/SAT radio with compact disc (CD)
player ....................4-30
FMradioreception.............4-22
iPod® Player
................4-39
iPod® player operation ...........4-39
Radio ....................4-22
Steering wheel audio control switch . . .4-44
USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connection
Port .....................4-37
Automatic Automatic power window switch .....2-26
Automatic door locks ..............3-9
AUXjack ....................4-37
B
Back door .....................3-7
Battery ..................5-25,8-13
Chargewarninglight............2-10
Battery replacement ..............8-23
Keyfob................8-23,8-23
Before starting the engine ............5-9
Belt (See drive belt) ..............8-16
Bluetooth®audio................4-42
Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System with
NavigationSystem...............4-47
Boosterseats..................1-37
Brake Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ......5-21
Brake fluid ..................8-12
Brake light (See stop light) .........8-29
Brake system ................5-20 Brakewarninglight.............2-10
Brakewearindicators........2-16,8-19
Parking brake operation
..........5-14
Self-adjusting brakes ............8-19
Brake fluid ....................8-12
Brakes ......................8-19
Brake system ..................5-20
Break-inschedule ...............5-16
Brightness/contrast button ...........4-7
Brightness control Instrument panel ..............2-20
Bulb check/instrument panel ..........2-9
Bulbreplacement................8-29
C
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ...................9-2
Cargolight ...................2-30
Cargo (See vehicle loading information) . . .9-12
Car
phone or CB radio .............4-46
CDcareandcleaning .............4-43
CD player (See audio system) .........4-35
Child restraints .......1-18,1-19,1-20,1-22
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren) System ..............1-22
Precautions on child
restraints ........1-20,1-26,1-33,1-37
Top tether strap anchor point locations . .1-24
Child safety sliding door lock ..........3-9
Chimes, audible reminders ...........2-16
Cleaning exterior and interior .......7-2,7-4