9-4Maintenance and schedules
properly and smoothly, and are installed
securely. Check the belt webbing for cuts,
fraying, wear or damage.
Steering wheel:Check for changes in the
steering conditions, such as excessive
free play, 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 prop-
erly and in sufficient quantity when oper-
ating the heater or air conditioner.
Windshield wiper and washer*: Check
that the wipers and washer 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 tempera-
tures 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 dis-
charge and potential no-start condi-
tions such as:
1.
Installation or extended use of elec-
tronic 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 levels*: Make sure
that the brake and clutch fluid levels are
between the MAX and MIN lines on the
reservoir.
Engine coolant level*: Check the coolant
level when the engine is cold.
Engine drive belts*: Make sure that no
belt is frayed, worn, cracked or oily.
Engine oil level*: Check the level after
parking the vehicle on a level spot and
turning off the engine. Wait more than 15
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, im- mediately have the exhaust system in-
spected. It is recommended you visit a
NISSAN dealer for this service. (See “Pre-
cautions 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 immedi-
ately.
Power steering fluid level* and lines:
Check the level when the fluid is cold, with
the engine off. Check the lines for proper
attachment, leaks, cracks, etc.
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
exposed to corrosive substances such as
those used on icy roads or to control
dust. It is very important to remove these
substances, otherwise 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
10-26Technical and consumer information
combine the EDR data with the type of
personally identifying data routinely ac-
quired during a crash investigation.
To read data recorded by an EDR, special
equipment is required and access to the
vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition
to the vehicle manufacturer and NISSAN
dealer, other parties, such as law enforce-
ment, that have the special equipment,
can read the information if they have
access to the vehicle or the EDR.Genuine NISSAN Service Manuals for this
model year and prior can be purchased. A
genuine NISSAN Service Manual is the
best source of service and repair informa-
tion for your vehicle. This manual is the
same one used by the factory trained
technicians working at a NISSAN dealer.
Genuine NISSAN Owner’s Manuals can
also be purchased.
For USA:
For current pricing and availability of
genuine
NISSAN Service Manuals, con-
tact:
www.nissan-techinfo.com
For current pricing and availability of
genuine NISSAN Owner’s Manuals, con-
tact:
1-800-247-5321
For Canada:
To purchase a copy of a genuine NISSAN
Service Manual or Owner’s Manual for this
model year and prior please contact your
nearest NISSAN dealer. For the phone
number and location of a NISSAN dealer
in your area, call the NISSAN Information
Center at 1-800-387-0122 and a bilingual
NISSAN representative will assist you.
OWNER’S MANUAL/SERVICE
MANUAL ORDER INFORMATION
11 Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ......................... 5-28
Active noise cancellation......................................... 5-35
Active sound enhancement.................................. 5-35
Advanced air bag system ........................................ 1-36
Air bag systemAdvanced air bag system ................................ 1-36
Front passenger air bag and
status light................................................................... 1-38
Front-seat mounted side-impact
supplemental air bag system........................ 1-41
Roof-mounted curtain side-impact
supplemental air bag system........................ 1-41
Air bag warning labels ............................................... 1-44
Air bag warning light...................................... 1-44, 2-14
Air cleaner housing filter .......................................... 8-15
Air conditioner Air conditioner operation................................ 4-25
Air conditioner service....................................... 4-30
Air conditioner specification label........... 10-14
Air conditioning system refrigerant and
lubricant recommendations ............ 4-30, 10-8
In-cabin microfilter ............................................... 4-30
Air deflectors ................................................................... 10-18
Alarm, How to stop alarm (see vehicle
security system)............................................................. 2-30
Alcohol, drugs and driving ........................................ 5-7
Antenna........................................................................\
......... 4-74
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ......................... 5-28
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
warning light ....................................................................... 2-11
Appearance care Exterior appearance care .................................. 7-2
Interior appearance care.................................... 7-5
Audible reminders.......................................................... 2-18 Audio operation precautions .............................. 4-30
Audio system ................................................................... 4-30
FM-AM radio with Compact Disc
(CD) player ................................................................... 4-43
FM-AM-SAT radio with Compact Disc
(CD) player ................................................................... 4-52
Steering wheel audio controls.................... 4-73
Autolight system............................................................ 2-35
Automatic Air conditioner (Type A).................................... 4-26
Air conditioner (Type B).................................... 4-28
Automatic adjusting function
(front windows) ....................................................... 2-49
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) ......... 8-8
Door locks....................................................................... 3-6
Driving with automatic transmission..... 5-12
Auxiliary input jacks.................................................... 4-70
Avoiding collision and rollover............................... 5-6
B
Battery........................................................................\
.............. 8-11 Battery saver system.......................................... 2-36
Intelligent Key........................................................... 8-20
Variable voltage control system ................ 8-13
Before starting the engine....................................... 5-11
Belts (See drive belts).................................................. 8-14
Bluetooth® hands-free phone system
(models with navigation system) ..................... 4-76
Bluetooth® hands-free phone system
(models without navigation system) ............ 4-86
Bluetooth® streaming audio................................. 4-63
Booster seats...................................................................\
.. 1-26
Brake Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ................. 5-28
Brake and clutch fluid .......................................... 8-9 Brake fluid ...................................................................... 8-9
Brake system ............................................................ 5-27
Parking brake operation................................... 5-21
Warning light............................................................... 2-11
Break-in schedule ......................................................... 5-24
Brightness control .......................................................... 4-8 Display ON/OFF button ....................................... 4-8
Instrument panel ................................................... 2-37
Bulb replacement .......................................................... 8-22
C
Cabin air filter .................................................................. 4-30
Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants........................ 10-2
Car phone or CB radio .............................................. 4-75
Cargo cover ....................................................................... 2-45
Catalytic converter, Three way catalyst ........ 5-3
CD/DVD/USB memory care
and cleaning...................................................................... 4-72
Center multi-function control panel
(models with navigation system) ....................... 4-4
Chassis and body maintenance.......................... 9-11
Child restraints .................................................................. 1-19 Booster seats............................................................. 1-26
Precautions on child restraints.................... 1-19
Top tether strap ...................................................... 1-20
Child safety........................................................................\
... 1-16
Chimes Audible reminders.................................................. 2-18
Seat belt warning light and chime........... 2-14
Circuit breaker, Fusible link ................................... 8-18
Cleaning exterior and interior ...................... 7-2, 7-5
Clock ........................................................................\
...... 2-9, 2-27
Clutch fluid........................................................................\
.... 8-9
Cockpit ........................................................................\
.............. 2-3
Fuel economy........................................................... 5-25
Fuel economy information (display).......... 4-9
Fuel information...................................................... 10-4
Fuel octane rating ................................................. 10-4
Fuel-filler cap............................................................. 3-35
Fuel-filler door.......................................................... 3-35
Gauge........................................................................\
......... 2-8
LOOSE FUEL CAP warning.............................. 3-37
Fuel efficient driving tips ......................................... 5-24
Fuses........................................................................\
................ 8-18
Fusible links........................................................................\
8-18
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink®
Universal Transceiver ................................................. 2-52
Gas cap........................................................................\
.......... 3-35
Gauge........................................................................\
................. 2-5 Engine coolant temperature gauge.......... 2-7
Fuel gauge ..................................................................... 2-8
Odometer........................................................................\
2-6
Speedometer ............................................................... 2-6
Tachometer................................................................... 2-7
Trip computer .......................................................... 2-23
General maintenance.................................................... 9-2
Glove box ........................................................................\
..... 2-44
H
Hands-free phone system, Bluetooth®
(models with navigation system) ..................... 4-76
Hands-free phone system, Bluetooth®
(models without navigation system) ............ 4-86
Hatch, Rear hatch .......................................................... 3-18
Hazard warning flasher switch ............................. 6-2
Head restraints/headrests......................................... 1-6 Headlights
Bulb replacement .................................................. 8-23
Headlight switch .................................................... 2-34
Xenon headlights................................................... 2-34
Heated seats ..................................................................... 2-38
Heater Engine block heater ............................................ 5-34
Heater and air conditioner operation..... 4-25
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver .................... 2-52
Hood release ...................................................................... 3-17
Horn........................................................................\
.................. 2-38
I
Ignition switch (Push-button)............................................................... 5-8
Manual transmission models........................ 5-17
Immobilizer system..................................................... 2-30
In-cabin microfilter ...................................................... 4-30
Indicator lights.................................................................. 2-15
INFO button ........................................................................\
. 4-8
Inside mirror ...................................................................... 3-39
Inspection/maintenance (I/M) test .............. 10-25
Instrument brightness control ........................... 2-37
Instrument panel .............................................................. 2-4
Instrument pocket........................................................ 2-43
Intelligent Key...................................................................... 3-3
Intelligent Key battery
discharge indicator ..................................................... 2-20
Intelligent Key removal indicator..................... 2-20
Intelligent Key system .................................................. 3-7 Battery replacement........................................... 8-20
Intelligent Key system warning light ...... 2-12
Key operating range .............................................. 3-9
Key operation ............................................................ 3-10
Warning signals........................................................ 3-12
Interior light control switch ................................. 2-50 Interior light replacement....................................... 8-24
Interior lights.................................................................... 2-50
Interior trunk lid release ........................................... 3-21
iPod® player operation............................................. 4-68
J
Jump starting .................................................................... 6-15
K
Keyless entry (See remote keyless
entry system) ..................................................................... 3-14
Keys ........................................................................\
..................... 3-3
For Intelligent Key system................................. 3-7
L
LabelsAir bag warning labels ....................................... 1-44
Air conditioner specification label........... 10-14
Emission control information label........ 10-13
Engine serial number ........................................ 10-13
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S.
certification label .................................................. 10-13
Tire and Loading
information label..................................... 8-27, 10-14
Vehicle identification number (VIN)........ 10-12
License plate, Installing front
license plate..................................................................... 10-15
Light
Air bag warning light........................................... 1-44
Bulb replacement .................................................. 8-22
Cargo area courtesy light................................ 2-51
Cargo light .................................................................. 2-52
Fog light switch ...................................................... 2-38
Headlight switch .................................................... 2-34
11-3
11-4
Headlights bulb replacement ...................... 8-23
Indicator lights.......................................................... 2-15
Interior light control switch .......................... 2-50
Interior lights............................................................. 2-50
Map lights .................................................................... 2-50
Replacement ............................................................. 8-22
Trunk light................................................................... 2-52
Vanity mirror lights ............................................... 2-51
Warning lights, indicator lights and
audible reminders ................................................... 2-11
Xenon headlights................................................... 2-34
Lights check/instrument panel............................ 2-11
Lights, Exterior and interior
light replacement .......................................................... 8-24
Loading information (See vehicle
loading information) ................................................. 10-19
Lock Automatic door locks............................................ 3-6
Door locks....................................................................... 3-5
Power door lock ........................................................ 3-5
Rear hatch lock........................................................ 3-18
Trunk lid ........................................................................\
3-20
Locking with mechanical key ................................. 3-5
Low tire pressure warning light ......................... 2-13
Low tire pressure warning system (See Tire
Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)) ............... 5-3
M
Maintenance Battery........................................................................\
...... 8-11
General maintenance............................................ 9-2
Inside the vehicle...................................................... 9-3
Maintenance indicators.................................... 2-23
Maintenance log...................................................... 9-14
Maintenance precautions.................................. 8-2
Maintenance requirement................................. 9-2 Maintenance schedules....................................... 9-6
Maintenance under severe
driving conditions .................................................. 9-13
Outside the vehicle ................................................. 9-2
Seat belt maintenance........................................ 1-15
Standard maintenance ........................................ 9-7
Maintenance schedules............................................... 9-6
Malfunction indicator light (MIL)......................... 2-16
Manual front seat adjustment ................................ 1-4
Map lights ........................................................................\
... 2-50
Master warning light.................................................... 2-14
Mechanical key (Intelligent Key system) ........ 3-4
Meter Trip computer .......................................................... 2-23
Meters and gauges ......................................................... 2-5 Instrument brightness control ................... 2-37
Mirror
Inside mirror .............................................................. 3-39
Outside mirrors ....................................................... 3-40
Vanity mirror .............................................................. 3-41
Multi-function controller............................................ 4-4
N
New vehicle break-in .................................................. 5-24
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System ............. 2-30
NISSAN voice recognition system ................... 4-99
No key warning.............................................................. 2-20
O
Odometer........................................................................\
........ 2-6
Off-road recovery ............................................................. 5-6
Oil Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants................. 10-2
Changing engine oil and filter ....................... 8-6 Checking engine oil level.................................... 8-6
Engine oil.....................................................................\
.... 8-6
Engine oil viscosity ................................................ 10-7
Oil filter replacement indicator .................. 2-23
Opening the soft top.................................................. 3-23
Operation, Operational indicators .................... 2-19
Outside mirrors .............................................................. 3-40
Overheat, If your vehicle overheats................. 6-17
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual
order information....................................................... 10-26
P
Panic alarm........................................................................\
.. 3-15
Parking Brake break-in ......................................................... 5-28
Parking brake operation................................... 5-21
Parking on hills........................................................ 5-26
Performance dampers .............................................. 5-32
Phone Bluetooth® hands-free phone system
(models with navigation system) ............. 4-76
Bluetooth® hands-free phone system
(models without navigation system) ..... 4-86
Car phone or CB radio ...................................... 4-75
Power Front seat adjustment .......................................... 1-3
Power door lock ........................................................ 3-5
Power outlet.............................................................. 2-42
Power steering ........................................................ 5-27
Power steering fluid ............................................... 8-8
Power windows ...................................................... 2-46
Precautions ........................................................................\
5-22 Audio operation...................................................... 4-30
Braking precautions............................................ 5-27
Child restraints .......................................................... 1-19
Cruise control operations................................ 5-18
Maintenance................................................................. 8-2
Seat belt usage ......................................................... 1-10
Supplemental restraint system................... 1-30
When starting and driving................................. 5-2
Predictive course line settings............................ 4-22
Push starting................................................................\
...... 6-17
Push warning (Automatic
Transmission models)............................................... 2-20
Push-button ignition switch......................... 5-8, 5-9
R
Radio........................................................................\
............... 4-30 Car phone or CB radio ...................................... 4-75
Rapid air pressure loss................................................. 5-6
Readiness for inspection/maintenance
(I/M) test........................................................................\
..... 10-25
Rear hatch........................................................................\
.... 3-18
Rear hatch opener ........................................................ 3-18
Rear hatch opener switch....................................... 3-18
Rear hatch release switch....................................... 3-19
Rear parcel box ............................................................... 2-45
Rear window defroster switch ........................... 2-33
RearView Monitor (models with
navigation system)........................................................ 4-17
Recorders, Event data ............................................ 10-25
Registering your vehicle in
another country ........................................................... 10-12
Remote keyless entry system .............................. 3-14
Repairing flat tire (with emergency tire
puncture repair kit) ......................................................... 6-9
Reporting safety defects ...................................... 10-24
Roadside assistance program ............................... 6-2
Rollover ........................................................................\
............. 5-6
Roof, Soft top.................................................................... 3-23
S
Safety, Child seat belts................................................ 1-16
Satellite radio operation .......................................... 4-53
Seat adjustment Front manual seat adjustment ...................... 1-4
Front power seat adjustment ......................... 1-3
Front seats...................................................................... 1-3
Seat belt(s) Child safety................................................................... 1-16
Infants.................................................................\
.............. 1-16
Injured persons ......................................................... 1-12
Larger children .......................................................... 1-17
Precautions on seat belt usage................... 1-10
Pregnant women..................................................... 1-12
Seat belt cleaning ..................................................... 7-7
Seat belt extenders................................................ 1-15
Seat belt maintenance........................................ 1-15
Seat belt warning light and chime........... 2-14
Seat belts ....................................................................... 1-10
Seat belts with pretensioners ...................... 1-43
Three-point type ...................................................... 1-12
Seat(s) Climate controlled seats.................................. 2-40
Heated seats ............................................................. 2-38
Seats ........................................................................\
............ 1-2
Secondary rear hatch release............................ 3-20
Secondary trunk lid release .................................. 3-22
Security system (NISSAN Vehicle
Immobilizer System), Engine start .................. 2-30
Security system, Vehicle
security system ............................................................... 2-29
Servicing air conditioner......................................... 4-30
SETTING button ................................................................ 4-11
Shift lever, Shift lock release.................................. 5-17
Shift lock release, Transmission ......................... 5-17 Shift “P” warning (Automatic
Transmission models)............................................... 2-20
Shifting
Automatic transmission.................................... 5-12
Manual transmission ........................................... 5-17
Soft top Care and cleaning.................................................... 7-3
If the top does not open or close............ 3-30
Opening using the Intelligent Key ........... 3-28
Soft top indicator light.......................... 2-17, 3-26
Soft top operation ................................................ 3-23
Spare tire........................................................................\
.... 10-10
Spark plugs........................................................................\
.. 8-14
Speedometer ....................................................................... 2-6
Standard maintenance ................................................ 9-7
Starting Before starting the engine............................... 5-11
Jump starting ............................................................ 6-15
Precautions when starting
and driving..................................................................... 5-2
Push starting.............................................................. 6-17
Starting the engine................................................ 5-11
STATUS button .................................................................. 4-8
Status light, Front passenger air bag ............ 1-38
Steering Power steering ........................................................ 5-27
Power steering fluid ............................................... 8-8
Steering-wheel-mounted controls
for audio ....................................................................... 4-73
Storage ........................................................................\
.......... 2-43
Sun visors ........................................................................\
.... 3-38
Supplemental air bag warning labels ............ 1-44
Supplemental air bag warning light .... 1-44, 2-14
Supplemental restraint system.......................... 1-30 Precautions on supplemental
restraint system ...................................................... 1-30
11-5
11-6
SwitchAutolight switch ..................................................... 2-35
Fog light switch ...................................................... 2-38
Hazard warning flasher switch ..................... 6-2
Headlight switch .................................................... 2-34
Ignition switch .......................................................... 5-12
Ignition switch manual
transmission models ........................................... 5-17
Power door lock switch ...................................... 3-6
Rear hatch release switch............................... 3-19
Rear window defroster switch ................... 2-33
Turn signal switch ................................................ 2-37
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC)
off switch ...................................................................... 2-41
SynchroRev Match mode (S-MODE) ................ 5-18
T
Tachometer........................................................................\
... 2-7
Temperature gauge, Engine coolant
temperature gauge ........................................................ 2-7
Theft (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System),
Engine start...................................................................\
.... 2-30
Three-way catalyst.......................................................... 5-3
Tilt steering ........................................................................\
3-38
Tire Pressure, Low tire pressure
warning light .............................................................. 2-13
Sealant ........................................................................\
...... 6-9
Tire replacement indicator ............................ 2-23
Tires Emergency tire puncture repair kit ........... 6-9
Flat tire........................................................................\
...... 6-3
Low tire pressure warning system ............ 5-3
Spare tire...................................................................... 8-36
Tire and Loading
information label..................................... 8-27, 10-14 Tire chains................................................................... 8-33
Tire dressing................................................................. 7-5
Tire pressure ............................................................. 8-26
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS) ................................................. 5-3, 6-3
Tire rotation............................................................... 8-33
Types of tires ............................................................ 8-32
Uniform tire quality grading ....................... 10-23
Wheel/tire size ....................................................... 10-10
Wheels and tires ..................................................... 8-26
Tonneau cover (see cargo cover) .................... 2-45
Top, Soft top...................................................................... 3-23
Touch screen ....................................................................... 4-5
Towing Flat towing................................................................ 10-22
Tow truck towing................................................... 6-19
Towing a trailer..................................................... 10-22
TPMS, Tire Pressure
Monitoring System ............................................... 5-3, 6-3
Trailer towing ................................................................. 10-22
Transceiver, HomeLink®
Universal Transceiver ................................................. 2-52
Transmission Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) ......... 8-8
Driving with automatic transmission..... 5-12
Driving with manual transmission............ 5-17
Transmission shift lever lock release ..... 5-17
Transmitter (See remote keyless
entry system) ..................................................................... 3-14
Traveling or registering your vehicle in
another country ........................................................... 10-12
Trip computer .................................................................. 2-23
Trip odometer .................................................................. 2-25
Triple meter........................................................................\
... 2-8
Trunk Interior trunk lid release ................................... 3-21
Light ........................................................................\
......... 2-52 Secondary trunk lid release .......................... 3-22
Trunk lid ........................................................................\
3-20
Trunk release power cancel switch......... 3-21
Turn signal switch ........................................................ 2-37
U
Underbody cleaning ....................................................... 7-4
Uniform tire quality grading .............................. 10-23
USB (Universal Serial Bus)
connection port................................................ 4-47, 4-59
V
Vanity mirror ...................................................................... 3-41
Vanity mirror lights ....................................................... 2-51
Variable voltage control system ........................ 8-13
Vehicle Dimensions ................................................................. 10-11
Identification number (VIN)........................... 10-12
Information and settings (models with
navigation system).................................................. 4-8
Information display ............................................... 2-19
Loading information .......................................... 10-19
Recovery (freeing a stuck vehicle) ........... 6-22
Security system....................................................... 2-29
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC)
off switch ...................................................................... 2-41
Vehicle dynamic control
(VDC) system ............................................................. 5-30
Ventilators ........................................................................\
... 4-24
Voice command (Bluetooth® Hands-Free
Phone System)................................................................\
. 4-92
Voice command (NISSAN voice
recognition system).................................................. 4-105
Voltmeter ........................................................................\
........ 2-9