CAUTION
Do not use abrasive cleaners when
washing the wheels.
Aluminum alloy wheels
Wash regularly with a sponge dampened
in a mild soap solution, especially during
winter months in areas where road salt is
used. Salt could discolor the wheels if not
removed.
CAUTION
Follow the directions below to avoid
staining or discoloring the wheels:
.Do not use a cleaner that uses
strong acid or alkali contents to
clean the wheels.
. Do not apply wheel cleaners to
the wheels when they are hot.
The wheel temperature should be
the same as ambient tempera-
ture.
. Rinse the wheel to completely
remove the cleaner within 15
minutes after the cleaner is ap-
plied.
CHROME PARTS
Clean chrome parts regularly with a non-
abrasive chrome polish to maintain the
finish.
TIRE DRESSING
NISSAN does not recommend the use of
tire dressings. Tire manufacturers apply a
coating to the tires to help reduce dis-
coloration of the rubber. If a tire dressing
is applied to the tires, it may react with
the coating and form a compound. This
compound may come off the tire while
driving and stain the vehicle paint.
If you choose to use a tire dressing, take
the following precautions:
.Use a water-based tire dressing. The
coating on the tire dissolves more
easily with an oil-based tire dressing.
. Apply a light coat of tire dressing to
help prevent it from entering the tire
tread/grooves (where it would be
difficult to remove).
. Wipe off excess tire dressing using a
dry towel. Make sure the tire dressing
is completely removed from the tire
tread/grooves.
. Allow the tire dressing to dry as
recommended by tire dressing manu-
facturer. Occasionally remove loose dust from the
interior trim, plastic parts and seats using
a vacuum cleaner or soft bristled brush.
Wipe the vinyl and leather surfaces with a
clean, soft cloth dampened in mild soap
solution, then wipe clean with a dry soft
cloth.
Regular care and cleaning is required in
order to maintain the appearance of the
leather.
Before using any fabric protector, read
the manufacturer’s recommendations.
Some fabric protectors contain chemicals
that may stain or bleach the seat materi-
al.
Use a cloth dampened only with water, to
clean the meter and gauge lens.
WARNING
Do not use water or acidic cleaners
(hot steam cleaners) on the seat. This
can damage the seat or occupant
classification sensor. This can also
affect the operation of the air bag
system and result in serious perso-
nal injury.
Appearance and care7-5
CLEANING INTERIOR
When driving in areas using road salt or
other corrosive materials, check lubrica-
tion 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 cannot be rotated, as
the front tires are a different size from the
rear tires and the direction of wheel
rotation is fixed in each tire.
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 Informa-
tion” (US) or “Tire Safety Information”
(Canada) in the NISSAN Warranty Infor-
mation 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 mainte-
nance, 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.
Automatic transmission P (Park) me-
chanism: On a fairly steep hill, check that your vehicle is held securely with the shift
lever in the P (Park) position without
applying any brakes.
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.
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 re-
commended you visit a NISSAN dealer for
this service.
Seats: Check seat position controls such
as seat adjusters, seatback recliner, 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.
Seat belts: Check that all parts of the seat
belt system (for example, buckles, an-
chors, adjuster and retractors) operate
Maintenance and schedules9-3
WARNING
.It is extremely dangerous to
ride in a cargo area inside
the vehicle. In a collision,
people riding in these areas
are more likely to be ser-
iously injured or killed.
.Do not allow people to ride
in any area of vehicle that is
not equipped with seats and
seat belts.
.Be sure everyone in your
vehicle is in a seat and using
a seat belt properly.
TERMS
It is important to familiarize your-
self with the following terms before
loading your vehicle:
. Curb Weight (actual weight of
your vehicle) - vehicle weight
including: standard equipment,
fluids, emergency tools, and
spare tire assembly. This weight
does not include passengers and cargo.
. GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) -
curb weight plus the combined
weight of optional equipment,
passengers and cargo.
. GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rat-
ing) - maximum total combined
weight of the unloaded vehicle,
passengers, luggage, hitch, trai-
ler tongue load and any other
optional equipment. This infor-
mation is located on the F.M.V.S.
S./C.M.V.S.S. label.
. GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
- maximum weight (load) limit
specified for the front or rear
axle. This information is located
on the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. label.
. GCWR (Gross Combined Weight
Rating) - The maximum total
weight rating of the vehicle,
passengers, cargo, and trailer.
. Vehicle Capacity Weight, Load
limit, Total load capacity - max-
imum total weight limit specified
of the load (passengers and
cargo) for the vehicle. This is the maximum combined weight
of occupants and cargo that can
be loaded into the vehicle. If the
vehicle is used to tow a trailer,
the trailer tongue weight must
be included as part of the cargo
load. This information is located
on the Tire and Loading Infor-
mation label.
. Cargo capacity - permissible
weight of cargo, the weight of
total occupants weight sub-
tracted from the load limit.
Technical and consumer information10-19
VEHICLE LOADING 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............................... 4-31
Air conditioner service...................................... 4-36
Air conditioner specification label....... 10-14
Air conditioning system refrigerant
and lubricant
recommendations ................................ 4-36, 10-8
In-cabin microfilter .............................................. 4-36
Air deflectors ................................................................ 10-18
Alarm, How to stop alarm (see vehicle
security system)............................................................ 2-30
Alcohol, drugs and driving ....................................... 5-7
Antenna........................................................................\
....... 4-80
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 ............................. 4-37
Audio system .................................................................. 4-37 FM-AM radio with Compact Disc
(CD) player .................................................................. 4-49
FM-AM-SAT radio with Compact Disc
(CD) player .................................................................. 4-58
Steering wheel audio controls................... 4-79
Autolight system.......................................................... 2-35
Automatic Air conditioner (Type A)................................... 4-32
Air conditioner (Type B)................................... 4-34
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................................................... 4-76
Average fuel consumption and speed ....... 2-25
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) ................... 4-82
Bluetooth® hands-free phone system
(models without navigation system) ........... 4-92
Bluetooth® streaming audio............................... 4-69 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 ................................................................. 4-36
Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants...................... 10-2
Car phone or CB radio ............................................ 4-81
Cargo cover ..................................................................... 2-45
Catalytic converter, Three way catalyst ....... 5-3
CD/DVD/USB memory care
and cleaning.................................................................... 4-77
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
Front passenger air bag and
status light........................................................................\
1-38
Front power seat adjustment ............................... 1-3
Front seat, Front seat adjustment .................... 1-3
Front-seat active head restraints ...................... 1-9
FuelCapacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants............... 10-2
Fuel consumption ................................................ 2-25
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) ................... 4-82
Hands-free phone system, Bluetooth®
(models without navigation system) ........... 4-92
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....................................... 4-31
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 ..................................................... 4-36
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............................................ 4-74
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
Labels
Air 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................................ 8-28, 10-14
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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..................................................... 4-37
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.......................... 4-28
Push starting................................................................\
... 6-17
Push warning (Automatic
Transmission models).............................................. 2-20
Push-button ignition switch....................... 5-8, 5-9
R
Radio........................................................................\
.............. 4-37 Car phone or CB radio ..................................... 4-81
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 (center display type) .... 4-24
RearView monitor (Mirror display type)..... 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
Resetting
Fuel consumption ................................................ 2-25
Roadside assistance program .............................. 6-2
Rollover ........................................................................\
............ 5-6
Roof, Soft top.................................................................. 3-23
S
Safety, Child seat belts............................................ 1-16
Satellite radio operation ........................................ 4-59
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........................................ 4-36
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
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