
8-40Do-it-yourself
driving conditions and cause an
accident and personal injury.
. If the wheels are changed for any
reason, always replace with wheels
which have the same off-set dimen-
sion. Wheels of a different off-set
could cause premature tire wear,
degrade vehicle handling character-
istics and/or interference with the
brake discs/drums. Such interfer-
ence can lead to decreased braking
efficiency and/or early brake pad/
shoe wear. See “Wheels and tires”
(P.10-9) of this manual for wheel off-
set dimensions.
. Since the spare tire is not equipped
with the TPMS, when a spare tire is
mounted or a wheel is replaced, the
TPMS will not function and the low
tire pressure warning light will flash
for approximately 1 minute. The
light will remain on after 1 minute.
Have your tires replaced and/or
TPMS system reset as soon as
possible. It is recommended you
visit a NISSAN dealer for these
services.
. Replacing tires with those not ori-
ginally specified by NISSAN could affect the proper operation of the
TPMS.
. The TPMS sensor may be damaged
if it is not handled correctly. Be
careful when handling the TPMS
sensor.
. When replacing the TPMS sensor,
the ID registration may be required.
It is recommended you visit a
NISSAN dealer for ID registration.
. Do not use a valve stem cap that is
not specified by NISSAN. The valve
stem cap may become stuck.
. Be sure that the valve stem caps are
correctly fitted. Otherwise the valve
may be clogged up with dirt and
cause a malfunction or loss of
pressure.
. Do not install a damaged or de-
formed wheel or tire even if it has
been repaired. Such wheels or tires
could have structural damage and
could fail without warning.
. The use of retread tire is not re-
commended.
. For additional information regard-
ing tires, refer to “Important Tire
Safety Information” (US) or“Tire Safety Information”
(Canada) in the
Warranty Information Booklet.
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) models
CAUTION
. Always use tires of the same size,
brand, construction (bias, bias-
belted or radial) , and tread pattern
on all four wheels. Failure to do so
may result in a circumference differ-
ence between tires on the front and
rear axles which will cause exces-
sive tire wear and may damage the
transmission, transfer case and rear
differential gears.
. Only use spare tires specified for
each AWD model.
If excessive tire wear is found, it is recom-
mended that all four tires be replaced with tires
of the same size, brand, construction and tread
pattern. The tire pressure and wheel alignment
should also be checked and corrected as
necessary. It is recommended you visit a
NISSAN dealer for this service.

corrosive materials, check lubrication frequently.
Lights*:Clean the headlights on a regular basis.
Make sure that the headlights, stop lights, tail
lights, turn signal lights, and other lights are all
operating properly and installed securely. Also
check headlight aim.
Road wheel nuts (lug nuts)*: When checking
the tires, make sure no wheel nuts are missing,
and check for any loose wheel nuts. Tighten if
necessary.
Tire rotation*: Tires should be rotated every
5,000 miles (8,000 km) .
Tires*: Check the pressure with a gauge often
and always prior to long distance trips. If
necessary, adjust the pressure in all tires,
including the spare, to the pressure specified.
Check carefully for damage, cuts or excessive
wear.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
transmitter components: Replace the TPMS
transmitter grommet seal, valve core and cap
when the tires are replaced due to wear or age.
Wheel alignment and balance: If the vehicle
should pull to either side while driving on a
straight and level road, or if you detect uneven or
abnormal tire wear, there may be a need for
wheel alignment.
If the steering wheel or seat vibrates at normal highway speeds, wheel balancing may be
needed.
For additional information regarding tires, refer
to “Important Tire Safety Information” (US) or
“Tire Safety Information” (Canada) in the
NISSAN Warranty Information Booklet.
Windshield:
Clean the windshield on a regular
basis. Check the windshield at least every six
months for cracks or other damage. Have a
damaged windshield repaired by a qualified
repair facility.
Windshield wiper blades*: Check for cracks
or wear if they do not wipe properly.
Inside the vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should be
checked on a regular basis, such as when
performing scheduled maintenance, cleaning
the vehicle, etc.
Accelerator pedal: Check the pedal for
smooth operation and make sure the pedal
does not catch or require uneven effort. Keep
the floor mat away from the pedal.
Brake pedal: Check the pedal for smooth
operation. If the brake pedal suddenly goes
down further than normal, the pedal feels
spongy or the vehicle seems to take longer to
stop, have your vehicle checked immediately. It
is recommended you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service. Keep the floor mat away from the
pedal.
Brakes:
Check that the brakes do not pull the
vehicle to one side when applied.
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
P (Park) mechanism: On a fairly steep hill,
check that the vehicle is held securely with the
shift lever in the P (Park) position without
applying any brakes.
Parking brake: Check the parking brake
operation regularly. The vehicle should be
securely held on a fairly steep hill with only the
parking brake applied. If the parking brake needs
adjusted, it is recommended you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.
Seat belts: Check 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
webbing for cuts, fraying, wear or damage.
Seats: Check seat position controls such as
seat adjusters, seatback recliners, etc. to ensure
they operate smoothly and that all latches lock
securely in every position. Check that the head
restraints move up and down smoothly and that
the locks (if so equipped) hold securely in all
latched positions.
Steering wheel: Check for changes in the
steering conditions, such as excessive free play,
Maintenance and schedules9-3

9-4Maintenance and schedules
hard steering or strange noises.
Warning lights and chimes:Make sure that
all warning lights and chimes are operating
properly.
Windshield defroster: Check that the air
comes out of the defroster outlets properly and
in sufficient quantity when operating the heater
or air conditioner.
Windshield wiper and washer*: Check that
the wipers and washers operate properly and
that the wipers do not streak.
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.
Vehicles operated in high temperatures or under
severe condition 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 electro-
nic accessories that consume battery
power when the engine is not running (Phone chargers, 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 and clutch fluid level*: Make sure that
the brake and clutch fluid level is between the
MAX and MIN lines on the reservoir.
Engine coolant level*: Check the coolant level
when the engine is cold.
Engine drive belt*: Make sure that the drive
belt is not frayed, worn, cracked or oily.
Engine oil level*: Check the level after parking
the vehicle on a level surface and turning off the
engine. Wait more than 10 minutes for the oil to
drain back into the oil pan.
Exhaust system: Make 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 exhaust
system inspected. It is recommended you visit a
NISSAN dealer for this service. (See “Precau-
tions when starting and driving” (P.5-2) for
exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) .)
Fluid leaks: Check 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
immediately.
Radiator and hoses:
Check 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.
Underbody: The 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, other-
wise rust will form on the floor pan, frame, fuel
lines and around the exhaust system. At the end
of winter, the underbody should be thoroughly
flushed with plain water, being careful to clean
those areas where mud and dirt may accumu-
late. For additional information, see “Cleaning
exterior” (P.7-2).
Windshield washer fluid*: Check that there is
adequate fluid in the reservoir.

10-6Technical and consumer information
to consult your gasoline retailer for more details.
Aftermarket fuel additives
NISSAN does not recommend the use of any
aftermarket fuel additives (for example, fuel
injector cleaner, octane booster, intake valve
deposit removers, etc.) which are sold commer-
cially. Many of these additives intended for gum,
varnish or deposit removal may contain active
solvent or similar ingredients that can be harmful
to the fuel system and engine.
Octane rating tips
Using unleaded gasoline with an octane
rating lower than recommended can cause
persistent, heavy “spark knock”. (Spark
knock is a metallic rapping noise.) If
severe, this can lead to engine damage. If
you detect a persistent heavy spark knock
even when using gasoline of the stated
octane rating, or if you hear steady spark
knock while holding a steady speed on
level roads, it is recommended you have a
NISSAN dealer correct the condition. Fail-
ure to correct the condition is misuse of
the vehicle, for which NISSAN is not
responsible.
Incorrect ignition timing will result in spark
knock, after-run and/or overheating, which may
cause excessive fuel consumption or enginedamage. If any of the above symptoms are
encountered, have your vehicle checked. It is
recommended you visit a NISSAN dealer for
servicing.
However, now and then you may notice
light spark knock for a short time while
accelerating or driving up hills. This is not a
cause for concern, because you get the
greatest fuel benefit when there is light
spark knock for a short time under heavy
engine load.

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
WARNING
A vehicle equipped with All-Wheel Drive
(AWD) should never be tested using a
two wheel dynamometer (such as the
dynamometers used by some states for
emissions testing) , or similar equip-
ment. Make sure you inform test facility
personnel that your vehicle is equipped
with AWD before it is placed on a
dynamometer. Using the wrong test
equipment may result in transmission
damage or unexpected vehicle move-
ment which could result in serious
vehicle damage or personal injury.
Due to legal requirements in some states/areas
or provinces, your vehicle may be required to be
in what is called the “ready condition” for an
Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) test of the emis-
sion control system.
The vehicle is set to the “ready condition” when
it is driven through certain driving patterns.
Usually, the “ready condition” can be obtained
by ordinary usage of the vehicle.
If a powertrain system component is repaired or
the battery is disconnected, the vehicle may be
reset to a “not ready condition”. Before taking the I/M test, check the vehicle’s inspection/
maintenance test readiness condition. Place the
ignition switch in the ON position without
starting the engine. If the Malfunction Indicator
Light (MIL) comes on steady for 20 seconds and
then blinks for 10 seconds, the I/M test
condition is “not ready”. If the MIL does not
blink after 20 seconds, the I/M test condition is
“ready”.
It is recommended you visit a NISSAN dealer to
set “ready condition” or to prepare the vehicle
for testing.
Technical and consumer information10-21
READINESS FOR INSPECTION/
MAINTENANCE (I/M) TEST

11 Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ............................ 5-36
Adjusting the screen .................................................. 4-11
Advanced air bag system ......................................... 1-44
Air bag systemAdvanced air bag system .................................. 1-44
Front passenger air bag and status light ...... 1-46
Front-seat mounted side-impact
supplemental air bag system ............................ 1-51
Roof-mounted curtain side-impact
supplemental air bag system ............................ 1-51
Air bag warning labels .............................................. 1-54
Air bag warning light ..................................... 1-54, 2-20
Air cleaner housing filter ........................................... 8-14
Air conditioner Air conditioner operation ................................... 4-28
Air conditioner service ....................................... 4-35
Air conditioner specification label ................. 10-13
Air conditioning system refrigerant and
lubricant recommendations .................... 4-35, 10-8
In-cabin microfilter ............................................... 4-35
Air conditioner operation .......................................... 4-31
Alarm, How to stop alarm (see vehicle
security system) .......................................................... 2-34
Alcohol, drugs and driving ......................................... 5-7
All-wheel drive (AWD) .............................................. 5-29
Antenna ......................................................................... 4-75
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ............................ 5-36
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) warning light .... 2-16
Appearance care Exterior appearance care ..................................... 7-2
Interior appearance care ....................................... 7-5
Application download ................................................ 4-76
Around View
ŠMonitor .............................................. 4-13 Audible reminders ...................................................... 2-23
Audio operation precautions ................................... 4-35
Audio system ............................................................... 4-35
Steering wheel audio controls ......................... 4-73
Autolight system ......................................................... 2-40
Automatic Air conditioner ...................................................... 4-32
Door locks ................................................................ 3-5
Average fuel consumption ........................................ 2-13
Avoiding collision and rollover .................................. 5-6
B
Back door (See liftgate) ........................................... 3-16
Battery ........................................................................... 8-10 Battery replacement, Intelligent Key ............... 8-20
Battery saver system .......................................... 2-41
Variable voltage control system ....................... 8-12
Before starting the engine ....................................... 5-12
Bluetooth
ŠHands-Free Phone System .... 4-80, 4-89
Bluetooth Šsettings ........................................ 4-88, 4-94
Bluetooth Šstreaming audio ......................... 4-60, 4-71
Booster seats .............................................................. 1-34
Brake Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ..................... 5-36
Brake and clutch fluid ........................................... 8-9
Brake system ........................................................ 5-35
Parking brake operation ..................................... 5-25
Warning light ........................................................ 2-16
Break-in schedule ....................................................... 5-27
Brightness control Instrument panel .................................................. 2-43
Bulb check/instrument panel ................................... 2-16
Bulb replacement ....................................................... 8-23
C
Cabin air filter .............................................................. 4-35
Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants ............................... 10-2
Car phone or CB radio ............................................. 4-80
Cargo cover ................................................................. 2-49
Cargo floor box ........................................................... 2-48
Catalytic converter, Three way catalyst .................. 5-3
CD/USB memory care and cleaning ..................... 4-73
Chassis and body maintenance ............................. 9-11
Check tire pressure warning ..................................... 2-9
Child restraints ............................................................ 1-18
Booster seats ....................................................... 1-34
LATCH system ..................................................... 1-20
Precautions on child restraints ........................ 1-19
Child safety .................................................................. 1-16
Child safety rear door lock ........................................ 3-6
Chimes, Audible reminders ...................................... 2-23
Circuit breaker, Fusible link ..................................... 8-18
Cleaning exterior and interior ........................... 7-2, 7-5
Clutch fluid ..................................................................... 8-9
Coat hook ..................................................................... 2-48
Cockpit ............................................................................ 2-3
Cold weather driving ................................................. 5-39
Compact Disc (CD) player (See
audio system) .............................................................. 4-65
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) fluid ... 8-8
Control buttons and function .................................... 4-3
Controls, Steering wheel audio controls .............. 4-73
Coolant Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants ........................ 10-2
Changing engine coolant ..................................... 8-5
Checking engine coolant level ............................ 8-5
High temperature warning light ....................... 2-18

11-2
Corrosion protection .................................................... 7-7
Cover, Cargo cover ................................................... 2-49
Cruise control .............................................................. 5-26
Cup holders ................................................................. 2-47
CVT, Driving with CVT (Continuously
Variable Transmission) .............................................. 5-14
D
Daytime running light system .................................. 2-42
Defroster switch, Rear window and outside
mirror defroster switch .............................................. 2-38
Dimensions and weights ....................................... 10-10
Displaying Climate control ....................................... 4-34
Door open warning light ........................................... 2-17
Drive belt ...................................................................... 8-12
DrivingAll-wheel drive (AWD) ....................................... 5-29
Cold weather driving .......................................... 5-39
Driving with CVT (Continuously
Variable Transmission) ....................................... 5-14
Driving with manual transmission .................... 5-19
Precautions when starting and driving ............. 5-2
Safety precautions ................................................. 5-7
E
Economy, Fuel ............................................................. 5-29
Elapsed time .................................................... 2-13, 2-30
Electric power steering ............................................. 5-34
Electric power steering warning light .................... 2-17
Emission control information label ...................... 10-12
Emission control system maintenance .................... 9-8
Emission control system warranty ....................... 10-20
EngineBefore starting the engine ................................ 5-12
Break-in schedule ................................................ 5-27 Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants ........................ 10-2
Changing engine coolant ..................................... 8-5
Changing engine oil and filter ............................. 8-6
Checking engine coolant level ............................ 8-5
Checking engine oil level ..................................... 8-5
Coolant temperature gauge .............................. 2-10
Emergency engine shut off ...................... 5-11, 6-3
Engine block heater ............................................ 5-40
Engine compartment check locations ............... 8-3
Engine cooling system .......................................... 8-4
Engine oil .................................................................. 8-5
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation ....... 10-7
Engine oil viscosity .............................................. 10-8
Engine serial number ........................................ 10-11
Engine specifications .......................................... 10-9
High temperature warning light ....................... 2-18
If your vehicle overheats .................................... 6-11
Starting the engine ............................................. 5-13
Event Data Recorders (EDR) ............................... 10-22
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ............................... 5-2
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items ....... 9-5
Extended storage fuse warning ................................ 2-9
F
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ............ 10-12
Filter Air cleaner housing filter .................................... 8-14
Changing engine oil and filter ............................. 8-6
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch) ...... 6-2
Flat tire ............................................................................ 6-3
Flat towing ................................................................. 10-18
Floor mat cleaning ........................................................ 7-5
Fluid Brake and clutch fluid ........................................... 8-9 Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants ........................ 10-2
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) fluid ................................................................ 8-8
Engine coolant ........................................................ 8-4
Engine oil .................................................................. 8-5
Window washer fluid ............................................. 8-9
FM-AM radio with Compact Disc (CD) player .... 4-45
FM-AM-SAT radio with Compact Disc (CD)
player (Type A) ............................................................ 4-53
FM-AM-SAT radio with Compact Disc (CD)
player (Type B) ............................................................ 4-62
Fog light switch .......................................................... 2-44
Front manual seat adjustment ................................... 1-3
Front passenger air bag and status light ............. 1-46
Front seat, Front seat adjustment ............................ 1-3
Front-seat active head restraints .............................. 1-9
Fuel Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants ........................ 10-2
Distance to empty ............................................... 2-13
Fuel economy ....................................................... 5-29
Fuel information .................................................... 10-4
Fuel octane rating ............................................... 10-4
Fuel-filler cap ........................................................ 3-18
Fuel-filler door ...................................................... 3-18
Gauge ..................................................................... 2-11
Fuel Efficient Driving Tips ........................................ 5-28
Fuses ............................................................................. 8-17
Fusible links ................................................................. 8-18
G
Gas cap ........................................................................ 3-18
Gauge .............................................................................. 2-5 Engine coolant temperature gauge ................ 2-10
Fuel gauge ............................................................ 2-11

Odometer ................................................................. 2-7
Speedometer ........................................................... 2-7
Tachometer ............................................................... 2-9
Trip computer ....................................................... 2-13
General maintenance .................................................. 9-2
Giving voice commands ........................................... 4-97
Glove box ..................................................................... 2-48
H
Hazard warning flasher switch .................................. 6-2
Head restraints/headrests .......................................... 1-5
Headlights Bulb replacement ................................................ 8-23
Headlight switch .................................................. 2-40
Xenon headlights ................................................. 2-39
Heated seats ............................................................... 2-45
Heater Engine block heater ............................................ 5-40
Heater and air conditioner operation ............. 4-28
Help voice commands ........................................... 4-100
High temperature warning light .............................. 2-18
Hood release ............................................................... 3-15
Horn ............................................................................... 2-44
How to say numbers ................................................. 4-98
How to use brightness control button .................... 4-8
How to use the APPS·i button ................................. 4-5
How to use the back button ..................................... 4-5
How to use the CAMERA button ............................ 4-8
How to use the ON·OFF button/Volume
control knob ................................................................... 4-8
I
Ignition switch ............................................................... 5-9
Immobilizer system ..................................................... 2-34
In-cabin microfilter ...................................................... 4-35 Indicator lights ............................................................. 2-21
Inside mirror ................................................................. 3-21
Inspection/maintenance (I/M) test ....................... 10-21
Instrument brightness control .................................. 2-43
Instrument panel ........................................................... 2-4
Integrated control system ............................. 2-24, 5-21
Intelligent Key system .................................................. 3-6
Intelligent Key system warning light ............... 2-18
Key operating range .............................................. 3-8
Key operation ........................................................... 3-9
P position selecting warning light ................... 2-20
Remote keyless operation ................................. 3-12
Interior light replacement .......................................... 8-26
Interior lights ................................................................ 2-54
iPod
Šplayer operation .............................................. 4-68
ISOFIX child restraint ................................................ 1-20
J
Jump starting ................................................................. 6-9
K
Keyless entry With Intelligent Key system (See Intelligent
Key system) .......................................................... 3-12
Keys ................................................................................. 3-2 For Intelligent Key system .................................... 3-6
L
LabelsAir bag warning labels ....................................... 1-54
Air conditioner specification label ................. 10-13
Emission control information label ................ 10-12
Engine serial number ........................................ 10-11
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ...... 10-12 Tire and Loading information label .... 8-30, 10-12
Vehicle identification number (VIN) .............. 10-11
LATCH system ............................................................ 1-20
License plate, Installing front license plate ....... 10-13
Liftgate .......................................................................... 3-16
Light Air bag warning light .......................................... 1-54
Bulb replacement ................................................ 8-23
Fog light switch ................................................... 2-44
Headlight switch .................................................. 2-40
Headlights bulb replacement ........................... 8-23
Indicator lights ...................................................... 2-21
Interior lights ......................................................... 2-54
Map lights .............................................................. 2-54
Replacement ......................................................... 8-23
Warning/indicator lights and
audible reminders ................................................ 2-16
Xenon headlights ................................................. 2-39
Lights, Exterior and interior light replacement .... 8-26
Loading information (See vehicle
loading information) ................................................ 10-15
Lock Automatic door locks ............................................ 3-5
Door locks ................................................................ 3-4
Liftgate lock .......................................................... 3-16
Power door lock ..................................................... 3-4
Loose fuel cap warning ................................... 2-8, 3-19
Low fuel warning light ............................................... 2-18
Low tire pressure warning light .............................. 2-18
Low tire pressure warning system (See tire
pressure monitoring system (TPMS)) ..................... 5-3M
Maintenance Battery .................................................................... 8-10
General maintenance ............................................ 9-2
11-3