WARNING
Be sure the engine and ignition switch
are off and that the parking brake is
engaged securely.
CAUTION
Be sure to use the correct socket to re-
move the spark plugs. An incorrect
socket can damage the spark plugs.
If replacement is required, it is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
this service.
The air cleaner filter should not be cleaned
and reused. Replace it according to the
maintenance log shown in the "Mainte-
nance and schedules" section of this
manual.
To remove the air cleaner filter:1. Unlatch the retaining clips
A.
2. Move the air cleaner cover upwards.
3. Remove the air cleaner filter. Wipe the inside of the air cleaner filter housing
and the cover with a damp cloth, then
replace air cleaner filter. NOTE:
Af ter installing a new air cleaner filter,
make sure the air cleaner cover is seated
in the housing and latch the clips.
WARNING
∙ Operating the engine with the air
cleaner removed can cause you or
others to be burned. The air cleaner
not only cleans the air, it stops the
flame if the engine backfires. If it isn’t
there, and the engine backfires, you
could be burned. Do not drive with the
air cleaner removed, and be careful
when working on the engine with the
air cleaner removed.
∙ Never pour fuel into the throttle body or attempt to start the engine with
the air cleaner removed. Doing so
could result in serious injury.
LDI2553
AIR CLEANER
8-16Do-it-yourself
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 imme-
diately. It is recommended that 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) position mechanism: On a
fairly steep hill check that the vehicle is held
securely with the shif t 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 adjustment, it is recom-
mended that 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 all
latches lock securely in every position.
Check that the head restraints/headrests
move up and down smoothly and 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, anchors,
adjusters and retractors) operate 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 system, such as excessive free
play, hard steering or strange noises.
Warning lights and chimes: Make sure 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 washer operate prop-
erly 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* (for maintenance free batter-
ies): This vehicle is equipped with a sealed
maintenance free battery. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
service.
NOTE:
Care should be taken to avoid situations
that can lead to potential battery dis-
charge and potential no-start conditions
such as:
1. Installation or extended use of elec-
tronic accessories that consume bat-
tery 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.
9-4Maintenance and schedules
∙ Be certain your rearview mirrors con-form to all federal, state or local regula-
tions. If not, install any mirrors required
for towing before driving the vehicle.
∙ Determine the overall height of the ve- hicle and trailer so the required clear-
ance is known.
Trailer towing tips
In order to gain skill and an understanding
of the vehicle’s behavior, you should prac-
tice turning, stopping and backing up in an
area which is free from traffic. Steering sta-
bility and braking performance will be
somewhat different than under normal
driving conditions.
∙ Always secure items in the trailer to pre- vent load shif t while driving.
∙ Lock the trailer hitch coupler with a pin or lock to prevent the coupler from in-
advertently becoming unlatched.
∙ Avoid abrupt starts, acceleration or stops.
∙ Avoid sharp turns or lane changes.
∙ Always drive your vehicle at a moderate speed. ∙ When backing up, hold the bottom of
the steering wheel with one hand. Move
your hand in the direction in which you
want the trailer to go. Make small cor-
rections and back up slowly. If possible,
have someone guide you when you are
backing up.
Always block the wheels on both vehicle
and trailer when parking. Parking on a
slope is not recommended; however, if you
must do so:
CAUTION
If you move the shif t lever to the P (Park)
position before blocking the wheels
and applying the parking brake, trans-
mission damage could occur.
1. Apply and hold the brake pedal.
2. Have someone place blocks on the downhill side of the vehicle and trailer
wheels.
3. Af ter the wheel blocks are in place, slowly release the brake pedal until the
blocks absorb the vehicle load.
4. Apply the parking brake.
5. Shif t the transmission into P (Park).
6. Turn off the engine. To drive away:
1. Start the vehicle.
2. Apply and hold the brake pedal.
3. Shif t the transmission into gear.
4. Release the parking brake.
5. Drive slowly until the vehicle and trailer are clear from the blocks.
6. Apply and hold the brake pedal.
7. Have someone retrieve and store the blocks.
∙ While going downhill, the weight of the trailer pushing on the tow vehicle may
decrease overall stability. Therefore, to
maintain adequate control, reduce your
speed and shif t to a lower gear. Avoid
long or repeated use of the brakes
when descending a hill, as this reduces
their effectiveness and could cause
overheating. Shif ting to a lower gear in-
stead provides “engine braking” and re-
duces the need to brake as frequently.
∙ If the engine coolant temperature rises to a high temperature, refer to “If your
vehicle overheats” in the “In case of
emergency” section of this owner’s
manual.
Technical and consumer information10-25
11 Index
A
Air bag (See supplemental restraint
system) .................... .1-49
Air bag system Front (See supplemental front impact air
bagsystem)................1-57
Air bag warning labels ............1-70
Airbagwarninglight..........1-71, 2-13
Air bag warning light,
supplemental ..............1-71, 2-13
Air cleaner ...................8-16
Air cleaner housing filter ..........8-16
Air conditioner Air conditioner operation ........4-29
Air conditioner specification label . .10-13
Air conditioner system refrigerant and oil
recommendations ............10-8
Air conditioner system refrigerant
recommendations ............10-8
Heater and air conditioner (automatic)
(if so equipped) ..............4-28
Heater and air conditioner controls. .4-29
Servicing air conditioner ........4-32
Alarm system
(See vehicle security system) .......2-33
All-Wheel Drive .............5-125,6-13
Anchor point locations ............1-33
Antenna ....................4-33
Antifreeze ...................5-138
Anti-lock brake warning light ........2-9
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ......5-131Armrests....................
.1-6
Audible reminders ..............2-16
Autolightswitch ...............2-39
Automatic Automatic drive
positioner ........3-38,3-39,3-40,3-41
Automatic power window switch . . .2-64
Automatic anti-glare inside mirror . . . .3-36
Automatic door locks .............3-7
Automatic drive
positioner ..........3-38,3-39,3-40,3-41
Automatic Emergency Braking
(AEB) .................2-9,2-13,5-91
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) with
Pedestrian Detection ............5-98
AWD...................5-125,6-13
B
Battery .................5-138,8-13 Charge warning light ...........2-10
Battery replacement ............8-22
Keyfob...................8-22
NISSAN Intelligent Key® .........8-23
Before starting the engine .........5-16
Belt(Seedrivebelt)..............8-15
Blind Spot Warning (BSW) ..........5-38
Block heater Engine ...................5-139
Booster seats .................1-46
Brake Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ....5-131Brakefluid .................8-11
Brakelight(Seestoplight).......8-26
Brakesystem ..............5-130
Brakewarninglight............2-10
Brakewearindicators.......2-16,8-19
Self-adjustingbrakes ..........8-19
Brake Assist .................5 -132
Brakefluid ...................8-11
Brakes......................8-19
Brakesystem ................5-130
Break-in schedule ..............5-123
Brightness control Instrument panel .............2-44
Bulb check/instrument panel ........2-9
Bulb replacement .............. 8-26
C
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants....................10-2
Cargoareastoragebin...........2-61
Cargo
(See vehicle loading information) . . . .10-14
Car phone or CB radio ............4-33
Check tire pressure .............2-29
Childrestraints.......1-25, 1-26, 1-28, 1-30 LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren)System.............1-30
Precautions on child
restraints.........1-28, 1-35, 1-41, 1-46
Top tether strap anchor point
locations..................1-33
Precautions on seat belt usage.....1-13
Pregnant women ..............1-16
Rearcenterseatbelt...........1-20
Seat belt extenders ............1-24
Seat belt maintenance ..........1-24
Seatbelts................1-13, 7-6
Shoulder belt height adjustment . . . .1-23
Three-pointtypewithretractor.....1-17
Seat belt extenders ..............1-24
Seatbeltwarninglight.........1-16, 2-13
Seats Adjustment ..................1-2
Armrests .................. .1-6
Automatic drive positioner ....3-38,3-39,
3-40, 3-41
Frontseats..................1-2
Heatedseats................2-47
Manual front seat adjustment ......1-3
Rearseat.................. .1-6
Security indicator light ............2-15
Security system (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer
System), engine start ..........2-34,5-16
Security systems Vehicle security system .........2-33
Self-adjustingbrakes.............8-19
Service manual order form .........10-32
Servicing air conditioner ...........4-32
Shoulder belt height adjustment ......1-23
Spark plug replacement ...........8-15
Spark plugs ...................8-15
Specifications ..................10-9
Speedometer ................2-4,2-5
Speedometer and odometer ........2-4
Spotlights(Seemaplight)..........2-69
SRS warning label ...............1-70
Standard maintenance ............9-8 Starting
Before starting the engine ........5-16
Jumpstarting.............6-9,8-14
Precautions when starting and
driving..................5-4,5-11
Push starting ................6-11
Starting the engine ............5-17
Starting the engine ..............5-17
Startupdisplay.................2-18
Steering Heated steering wheel ..........2-49
Powersteeringfluid............8-11
Powersteeringsystem.........5-129
Steering wheel .................3-33
Stoplight....................8-26
Storage.....................2-55
Storagetray...................2-57
Sunglasses case ................2-58
Sunglasses holder ..............2-58
Sunroof ...................2-65,7-5
Sunroof (see Moonroof ) ...........2-65
Sunvisors....................3-35
Supplemental air bag warning labels . . .1-70
Supplemental air bag warning
light.................... .1-71, 2-13
Supplemental front impact air bag
system ..................... .1-57
Supplemental restraint system Information and warning labels . . . .1-70
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system ................... .1-49
Supplemental
restraint system
(Supplemental air bag system) .......1-49
Switch Autolightswitch..............2-39
Automatic power window switch . . .2-64 Cruise control main/set switches . . .2-17
Foglightswitch..............2-45
Hazard warning flasher switch
......6-2
Headlight and turn signal switch ....2-39
Headlightcontrolswitch.........2-39
Instrument brightness control .....2-44
Power door lock switch ........3-6,3-7
Rear window and outside mirror
defrosterswitch..............2-38
Rear window wiper and washer
switches ...................2-37
Turn signal switch .............2-44
T
Tachometer ...................2-6
Temperature gauge Engine coolant temperature gauge . .2-6
Thef t (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System),
engine start ...............2-34,5-16
Three-waycatalyst...............5-5
Tire Flattire....................6-3
Spare tire ...............6-4,8-39
Tire and Loading Information label . .10-13
Tire chains .................8-35
Tire pressure ................8-28
Tirerotation ................8-36
Types of tires ................8-34
Uniform tire quality grading ......10-28
Wheels and tires ..........8-28,10-10
Wheel/tire size ...............10-10
Tire pressure Low tire pressure warning light .....2-11
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) . .5-5
11-6