
manufacturer’s suggestions.Use only SAE
Class S chains. Class “S” chains are used on
vehicles with restricted tire to vehicle clearance.
Vehicles that can use Class “S” chains are
designed to meet the SAE standard minimum
clearances between the tire and the closest
vehicle suspension or body component required
to accommodate the use of a winter traction
device (tire chains or cables) . The minimum
clearances are determined using the factory
equipped tire size. Other types may damage
your vehicle. Use chain tensioners when re-
commended by the tire chain manufacturer to
ensure a tight fit. Loose end links of the tire
chain must be secured or removed to prevent
the possibility of whipping action damage to the
fenders or underbody. If possible, avoid fully
loading your vehicle when using tire chains. In
addition, drive at a reduced speed. Otherwise,
your vehicle may be damaged and/or vehicle
handling and performance may be adversely
affected.
Tire chains must be installed only on the
rear wheels and not on the front wheels.
Do not use tire chains on dry roads. Driving with
tire chains in such conditions can cause damage
to the various mechanisms of the vehicle due to
some overstress.

cargo higher than the seatbacks. In
a sudden stop or collision, unse-
cured cargo could cause personal
injury.
. The child restraint top tether strap
may be damaged by contact with
items in the cargo area. Secure any
items in the cargo area. Your child
could be seriously injured or killed
in a collision if the top tether strap is
damaged.
. Do not load your vehicle any heavier
than the GVWR or the maximum
front and rear GAWRs. If you do,
parts of your vehicle can break, tire
damage could occur, or it can
change the way your vehicle han-
dles. This could result in loss of
control and cause personal injury.
LOADING TIPS
.The GVW must not exceed GVWR or
GAWR as specified on the F.M.V.S.
S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label.
.Do not load the front and rear axle to
the GAWR. Doing so will exceed the
GVWR.

the weight rating of the hitch compo-
nents. Never exceed the weight rating
of the hitch components. Doing so can
cause serious personal injury or prop-
erty damage.
Hitch ball
Choose a hitch ball of the proper size and
weight rating for your trailer:
.The required hitch ball size is stamped on
most trailer couplers. Most hitch balls also
have the size printed on top of the ball.
. Choose the proper class hitch ball based on
the trailer weight.
. The diameter of the threaded shank of the
hitch ball must be matched to the ball mount
hole diameter. The hitch ball shank should
be no more than 1/16´´ smaller than the hole
in the ball mount.
. The threaded shank of the hitch ball must be
long enough to be properly secured to the
ball mount. There should be at least 2
threads showing beyond the lock washer
and nut.
Ball mount
The hitch ball is attached to the ball mount and
the ball mount is inserted into the hitch receiver.
Choose a proper class ball mount based on the
trailer weight. Additionally, the ball mount should
be chosen to keep the trailer tongue level with
the ground.
Weight carrying hitches
A weight carrying or “dead weight” ball mount is
one that is designed to carry the whole amount
of tongue weight and gross weight directly on
the ball mount and on the receiver.
Weight distribution hitch
This type of hitch is also called a “load-leveling”
or “equalizing” hitch. A set of bars attach to the
ball mount and to the trailer to distribute the
tongue weight (hitch weight) of your trailer.
Many vehicles cannot carry the full tongue
weight of a given trailer, and need some of the
tongue weight transferred through the frame and
pushing down on the front wheels. This gives
stability to the tow vehicle.
A weight-distributing hitch system (Class IV) is
recommended if you plan to tow trailers with a
maximum weight over 5,000 lbs (2,267 kg) .
Check with the trailer and towing equipment
manufacturers to determine if they recommend
the use of a weight-distributing hitch system. NOTE:
A weight-distributing hitch system may
affect the operation of trailer surge brakes.
If you are considering use of a weight-
distributing hitch system with a surge
brake-equipped trailer, check with the
surge brake, hitch or trailer manufacturer
to determine if and how this can be done.
Follow the instructions provided by the manu-
facturer for installing and using the weight-
distributing hitch system.
General set-up instructions are as follows:
1. Park unloaded vehicle on a level surface.
With the ignition switch in the ON position
and the doors closed, allow the vehicle to
stand for several minutes so that it can level.
2. Measure the height of a reference point on the front and rear bumpers at the center of
the vehicle.
3. Attach the trailer to the vehicle and adjust the hitch equalizers so that the front bumper
height is within 0 - .5 inches (0 - 13 mm) of
the reference height measured in step 2.
The rear bumper should be no higher than
the reference height measured in step 2.
Technical and consumer information10-23

Transport Canada’s Road Safety Infor-
mation Centre at 1-800-333-0371 or
online at www.tc.gc.ca/roadsafety (Eng-
lish speakers) or www.tc.gc.ca/securiter-
outiere (French speakers) .
To notify NISSAN of any safety concerns
please contact our Consumer Informa-
tion Centre toll free at 1-800-387-0122.

11 Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ......................... 5-137
Advanced Air Bag System ....................................... 1-58
Aiming controlHeadlights ............................................................. 2-39
Air bag system Advanced Air Bag System ................................ 1-58
Front passenger air bag and status light ...... 1-60
Front-seat mounted side-impact
supplemental air bag system ............................ 1-65
Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and
rollover supplemental air bag system ............. 1-65
Air bag warning labels .............................................. 1-68
Air bag warning light ..................................... 1-68, 2-16
Air cleaner housing filter ........................................... 8-15
Air conditioner Air conditioner operation ................................... 4-52
Air conditioner service ....................................... 4-58
Air conditioner specification label ................. 10-12
Air conditioning system refrigerant and
lubricant recommendations .................... 4-58, 10-7
Automatic air conditioner .................................. 4-54
In-cabin microfilter ............................................... 4-58
Alarm, How to stop alarm (see vehicle
security system) .......................................................... 2-31
Alcohol, drugs and driving ....................................... 5-10
Antenna ......................................................................... 4-92
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ......................... 5-137
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light .... 2-11
Appearance care Exterior appearance care ..................................... 7-2
Interior appearance care ....................................... 7-4
Armrest .......................................................................... 1-10
Around View
ŠMonitor .............................................. 4-29 Audible reminders ...................................................... 2-20
Audio operation precautions ................................... 4-59
Audio system ............................................................... 4-59
Steering wheel audio controls ......................... 4-91
Auto closure ................................................................. 3-25
Autolight system ......................................................... 2-37
Automatic Air conditioner ...................................................... 4-54
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) .................. 8-8
Door locks ................................................................ 3-6
Drive positioner .................................................... 3-33
Driving with automatic transmission ............... 5-18
Seat positioner ..................................................... 3-33
Average fuel consumption and speed .................. 2-28
Avoiding collision and rollover .................................. 5-8
B
Back door (See liftgate) ........................................... 3-22
Back-up Collision Intervention (BCI) ..................... 5-56
Battery ........................................................................... 8-11 Battery saver system ............................... 2-39, 2-64
Intelligent Key ....................................................... 8-21
Variable voltage control system ....................... 8-13
Before starting the engine ....................................... 5-15
Belts (See drive belts) .............................................. 8-13
Blind Spot Intervention
Š(BSI) ................................ 5-43
Blind Spot Intervention (BSI) ON
indicator light ............................................................... 2-17
Blind Spot Warning (BSW) .................................... 5-33
Blind Spot Warning (BSW)/Blind Spot
Intervention (BSI) system warning light ................ 2-12
Bluetooth
ŠHands-Free Phone System ............. 4-106
Bluetooth Šstreaming audio ..................................... 4-81
Booster seats .............................................................. 1-48 Brake
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ................... 5-137
Brake booster ....................................................... 8-18
Brake fluid ................................................................ 8-9
Brake system ...................................................... 5-136
Parking brake operation ..................................... 5-22
Warning light ........................................................ 2-12
Break-in schedule .................................................... 5-121
Brightness control Display ON/OFF button ........................................ 4-8
Instrument panel .................................................. 2-40
Bulb check/instrument panel ................................... 2-11
Bulb replacement ....................................................... 8-24
C
Cabin air filter .............................................................. 4-58
CAMERA button ........................................................... 4-8
Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants ............................... 10-2
Car phone or CB radio .......................................... 4-106
Cargo floor box ........................................................... 2-56
Cargo light ................................................................... 2-67
Catalytic converter, Three way catalyst .................. 5-4
CD/DVD/USB memory care and cleaning .......... 4-90
Center multi-function control panel ......................... 4-4
Chassis and body maintenance ............................. 9-11
Child restraints ............................................................ 1-31 Booster seats ....................................................... 1-48
LATCH system ..................................................... 1-33
Precautions on child restraints ........................ 1-31
Top tether strap ................................................... 1-36
Child safety .................................................................. 1-28
Child safety rear door lock ........................................ 3-6
Chimes
Audible reminders ............................................... 2-20