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cool down before performing the
operation.
. Burrs or projecting portions of me-
tal components may cause unex-
pected injury to your fingers or
arms. Pay special attention in re-
gard to your safety while removing
and installing these parts. Wear
work gloves and protective arm
covers.
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ference with other parts.
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formed.
. The 4 bolts are tightened to tem-
porarily install the 4WD shift motor
so that water, dirt or sand does not
enter inside the system. Therefore,
they should only be tightened to the
proper tightening torque. It is re-
commended you contact a NISSAN
dealer for inspection and repair.
9. With the 4WD system in the 4L position, free the stuck vehicle. (See “Vehicle recov-
ery (freeing a stuck vehicle)” (P.6-19)) for
details.)
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Welcome to the growing family of new NISSAN
owners. This vehicle is delivered to you with
confidence. It was produced using the latest
techniques and strict quality control.
This manual was prepared to help you under-
stand the operation and maintenance of your
vehicle so that you may enjoy many miles of
driving pleasure. Please read through this
manual before operating your vehicle.
A separate Warranty Information Booklet
explains details about the warranties cov-
ering your vehicle. Additionally, a separate
Customer Care/Lemon Law Booklet (U.S.
only) will explain how to resolve any
concerns you may have with your vehicle,
as well as clarify your rights under your
state’s lemon law.
In addition to factory installed options, your
vehicle may also be equipped with additional
accessories installed by NISSAN or by your
NISSAN dealer prior to delivery. It is important
that you familiarize yourself with all disclosures,
warnings, cautions and instructions concerning
proper use of such accessories prior to operat-
ing the vehicle and/or accessory. It is recom-
mended that you see a NISSAN dealer for
details concerning the particular accessories
with which your vehicle is equipped.
Your NISSAN dealer knows your vehicle best.When you require any service or have any
questions, we will be glad to assist you with the
extensive resources available to us.
READ FIRST — THEN DRIVE SAFELY
Before driving your vehicle, read your Owner’s
Manual carefully. This will ensure familiarity with
controls and maintenance requirements, assist-
ing you in the safe operation of your vehicle.
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MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHI-
CLE
This vehicle should not be modified.
Modification could affect its performance,
safety or durability, and may even violate
governmental regulations. In addition,
damage or performance problems result-
ing from modification will not be covered
under the NISSAN warranties.
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SIC0697
If you see the symbol above, it means“Do not
do this” or“Do not let this happen” .