
3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Keys .............................................3-2NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System keys .........3-2
Doors ............................................3-3
Locking with key ................................3-3
Locking with inside lock knob ....................3-5
Locking with power door lock switch . . . ..........3-6
Operating the sliding doors ......................3-6
Back doors ....................................3-7
Automatic door locks ...........................3-9
Child safety sliding door lock ....................3-9
Remote keyless entry system (if so equipped) .........3-9
How to use remote keyless entry system .........3-10 Hood
........................................... 3-13
Fuel-filler door ................................... 3-14
Opener operation .............................. 3-14
Fuel-filler cap ................................. 3-14
Steering wheel ................................... 3-16
Tilt operation .................................. 3-16
Sun visors ....................................... 3-17
Card holder ................................... 3-17
Mirrors .......................................... 3-17
Manual anti-glare rearview mirror ................3-17
Outside mirrors ............................... 3-18

AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKS
●All doors lock automatically when the vehicle
speed reaches 15 MPH (24 km/h).
● All doors unlock automatically when the ig-
nition switch is placed in the OFF position or
when the key is removed from the ignition
switch.
CHILD SAFETY SLIDING DOOR
LOCK
The child safety lock helps prevent the sliding
door from being opened accidentally, especially
when small children are in the vehicle.
The child safety lock lever is located on the edge
of the sliding door.
When the lever is in the unlock position, the door
can be opened from the outside or the inside.
When the lever is in the LOCK position, the
door can be opened only from the outside.
WARNING
● Radio waves could adversely affect
electric medical equipment. Those who
use a pacemaker should contact the
electric medical equipment manufac-
turer for the possible influences before
use.
● The remote keyless entry key fob trans-
mits radio waves when the buttons are
pressed. The FAA advises radio waves
may affect aircraft navigation and com-
munication systems. Do not operate the
remote keyless entry key fob while on
an airplane. Make sure the buttons are
not operated unintentionally when the
unit is stored for a flight.
It is possible to lock/unlock all doors, turn the
interior lights on, and activate the panic alarm by
using the key fob from outside the vehicle.
Be sure to remove the key from the vehicle
before locking the doors.
The key fob can operate at a distance of approxi-
mately 33 ft (10 m) from the vehicle. The effective
distance depends on the conditions around the
vehicle.
LPD2050
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM
(if so equipped)
Pre-driving checks and adjustments3-9

As many as four key fobs can be used with one
vehicle. For information concerning the purchase
and use of additional key fobs, contact a NISSAN
dealer.
The key fob will not function when:● the battery is discharged
● the distance between the vehicle and the
key fob is over 33 ft (10 m)
The panic alarm will not activate when the
key is in the ignition switch.
CAUTION
Listed below are conditions or occur-
rences which will damage the key fob:
● Do not allow the key fob, which con-
tains electrical components, to come
into contact with water or salt water.
This could affect the system function.
● Do not drop the key fob.
● Do not strike the key fob sharply
against another object.
● Do not change or modify the key fob.
● Wetting may damage the key fob. If the
key fob gets wet, immediately wipe until
it is completely dry. ●
Do not place the key fob for an ex-
tended period in an area where tem-
peratures exceed 140°F (60°C) .
● Do not attach the key fob with a key
holder that contains a magnet.
● Do not place the key fob near equip-
ment that produces a magnetic field,
such as a TV, audio equipment and per-
sonal computers.
If a key fob is lost or stolen, NISSAN rec-
ommends erasing the ID code of that key
fob. This will prevent the key fob from
unauthorized use to unlock the vehicle.
For information regarding the erasing
procedure, please contact a NISSAN
dealer.HOW TO USE REMOTE KEYLESS
ENTRY SYSTEM
Locking doors
1. Close all windows.
2. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
3. Close all doors.
4. Press the
button on the key fob. All
the doors lock. The hazard warning lights
flash twice and the horn beeps once to
indicate all doors are locked.
LPD2039
3-10Pre-driving checks and adjustments

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 key fob.
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.
● Allow more stopping distance under
these conditions. Braking should be
started sooner than on dry pavement.
● Allow greater following distances on
slippery roads.
COLD WEATHER DRIVING
Starting and driving5-25

Fuel gauge.....................2-6
Fuses.......................8-20
Fusible links ...................8-21
G
Gascap .....................3-14
Gauge Fuel gauge ...................2-6
Odometer ...................2-4
Speedometer .................2-4
Tachometer ..................2-6
Trip computer .................2-7
Trip odometer .................2-4
General maintenance ...............8-2
Glovebox.....................2-25
Gloveboxlock..................2-25
H
Hazard warning flasher switch ..........6-2
Headlight and turn signal switch ........2-19
Headlightcontrolswitch ............2-19
Headlights....................8-24
Head restraints ..................1-7
Heater Heater and air conditioner (manual) ....4-14
Heater operation ...............4-16
Rear seat air conditioner ..........4-21
Hood .......................3-13
Horn .......................2-21 I
Ignition switch ...................5-7
Immobilizer system .............2-17,5-8
Important vehicle information label .......9-10
Increasing fuel economy .............5-18
Indicator lights and audible reminders
(See warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders) ..............2-9,2-10,2-14
Instrument brightness control ..........2-20
Instrument panel ...............0-6,2-2
Instrument panel dimmer switch ........2-20
Intelligent Key system Remote keyless entry operation.......3-10
Intercom system .................4-47
Interiorlight................2-28,2-29
iPod® Player ...................4-39
ISOFIX child restraints .............1-22
J
Jump starting ...............6-11,8-15
K
Key.........................3-2
Key fob battery replacement .......8-23,8-23
Keyless entry With Intelligent Key system
(See Intelligent Key system) .........3-10
Without Intelligent Key system
(See remote keyless entry system) ......3-9
Keys NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System keys . .3-2 L
Labels Air conditioner specification label .....9-11
Emission control information label .....9-11
Engine serial number ............9-10
F.M.V.S.S. certification label .........9-10
Tire and Loading Information label .....9-11
Vehicle identification number (VIN) ......9-9
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate . .9-9
Warning labels (for SRS) ..........1-57
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren)
System ......................1-22
License plate Installing the license plate ..........9-12
Light A
irbagwarninglight.........1-58,2-14
Brake light (See stop light) .........8-29
Bulb check/instrument panel .........2-9
Bulb replacement ..............8-29
Charge warning light ............2-10
Headlightandturnsignalswitch......2-19
Headlight control switch ..........2-19
Headlights..................8-24
Interior light ..............2-28,2-29
Lightbulbs..................8-24
Low tire pressure warning light .......2-11
Low windshield-washer fluid warning
light......................2-13
Passenger air bag and status light .....1-49
Security indicator light ............2-15
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders ............2-9,2-10,2-14
Lights.......................8-24
10-3

Remote keyless entry system...........3-9
Reporting safety defects (US only) .......9-18
S
Safety Child safety sliding door lock .........3-9
Childseatbelts.....1-20,1-26,1-33,1-37
Reporting safety defects (US only) .....9-18
Seat adjustment Front manual seat adjustment ........1-3
Seat belt Child safety ..................1-18
Infantsandsmallchildren..........1-19
InjuredPerson................1-14
Largerchildren................1-19
Precautionsonseatbeltusage.......1-11
Pregnant women ...............1-14
Seat belt extenders .............1-17
Seat belt maintenance ............1-17
Seat belts ................1-11,7-5
Shoulder belt height adjustment ......1-17
Three-point type with retractor .......1-14
Seat belt extenders ...............1-17
Seatbeltwarninglight..........1-14,2-13
Seats Adjustment ...................1-2
Frontseats...................1-2
Manual front seat adjustment .........1-3
Seats/floor mats ..................7-4
Security indicator light ..............2-15
Security system (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer
System) , engine start ...........2-17,5-8
Self-adjusting brakes ..............8-19
Service manual order form ...........9-19Servicing air conditioner
.............4-22
Setting button ...................4-5
Shifting Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) .....................5-11
Shoulder belt height adjustment ........1-17
Sliding door Manual sliding door ..............3-6
Sliding door locks Child safety sliding door locks ........3-9
Spark plug replacement .............8-17
Sparkplugs ...................8-17
Specifications ...................9-7
Speedometer ...................2-4
SRS warning label ................1-57
Stability control .................5-22
Starting Before starting the engine ..........5-9
Jump starting .............6-11,8-15
Precautions when starting and driving ....5-2
Push starting .................6-13
Starting the engine ..............5-9
Starting the engine ................5-9
Steering Power steering system ...........5-20
Tilting steering wheel ............3-16
Steering wheel ..................3-16
Steering wheel audio control switch ......4-44
Stoplight.....................8-29
Storage......................2-23
Storage tray ...................2-24
Sunroof ......................2-28
Sunroof (see Moonroof) .............2-28
Sun visors ....................3-17
Supplemental air bag warning labels ......1-57
Supplemental
air bag warning light . . .1-58, 2-14 Supplemental front impact air bag system . . .1-48
Supplemental restraint system
Information and warning labels .......1-57
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system ....................1-40
Supplemental restraint system
(Supplemental air bag system) .........1-40
Switch Automatic power window switch ......2-26
Hazard warning flasher switch ........6-2
Headlightandturnsignalswitch......2-19
Headlight control switch ..........2-19
Ignition switch .................5-7
Instrument brightness control ........2-20
Powerdoorlockswitch............3-6
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch.....................2-19
Turnsignalswitch..............2-21
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off
switch.....................2-22
Wiperandwasherswitch..........2-18
T
Tachometer ....................2-6
Theft (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System) ,
enginestart.................2-17,5-8
Three-way catalyst ................5-2
Tilting steering wheel ..............3-16
Tire Flat tire .....................6-2
Tire and Loading Information label .....9-11
Tirechains..................8-40
Tirepressure.................8-33
Tire rotation..................8-40
10-5