8-24Do-it-yourself
Replacing
WARNING
HIGH VOLTAGE
When xenon headlights are on, they
produce a high voltage. To prevent
an electric shock, never attempt to
modify or disassemble. We recom-
mend you have your xenon head-
lights replaced at a NISSAN dealer.
For additional information, see
“Headlight and turn signal switch”
(P.2-35).
Use the same number and wattage
shown in the following chart as originally
installed.
It is recommended you visit a NISSAN
dealer if replacement is required.
EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR LIGHTS
Item Wattage (W)Bulb No.
Headlight*
High/Low beams (Xenon) 35D2S
Front turn signal light* 28/87444NA
Front parking light* 5W5W
Front side marker light* LED—
Side turn signal light (if so equipped)* LED—
Daytime running light* LED—
Rear combination light*
back-up 16W16W
turn signal 21WY21W
stop/tail/side marker LED—
Rear fog light (if so equipped)* 21W21W
License plate light* 5W5W
Map light 8—
Vanity mirror light* 1.8—
Cargo area courtesy light (Roadster)* 5—
Cargo light (Coupe)* 5—
Trunk light (Roadster)* 3.4—
High-mounted stop light* LED—
Glove box light* 1.4—
*: It is recommended you visit a NISSAN dealer for replacement.
NOTE: Always check with the Parts Department at a NISSAN dealer for the latest information about parts.
Replacement procedures
All other lights are either type A, B, C, D, E
or F. When replacing a bulb, first remove
the lens and/or cover.
SDI1679
SDI2352Map light
Do-it-yourself8-25
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. It is
recommended that you have a damaged
windshield repaired by a NISSAN dealer, or
a NISSAN Certified Collision Center. To
locate a collision center in your area, refer
to http://collision.nissanusa.com.
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
Maintenance and schedules9-3
9-4Maintenance and schedules
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
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,
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 ................................................ 2-26
Fuel economy.......................................................... 5-25
Fuel economy information (display)......... 4-9
Fuel information.................................................... 10-4
Fuel octane rating ............................................... 10-4
Fuel-filler cap............................................................ 3-34
Fuel-filler door......................................................... 3-34
Gauge........................................................................\
........ 2-8
LOOSE FUEL CAP warning............................. 3-36
Fuel efficient driving tips ....................................... 5-24
Fuses........................................................................\
.............. 8-18
Fusible links...................................................................... 8-18
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink®
Universal Transceiver ............................................... 2-54
Gas cap........................................................................\
........ 3-34
Gauge........................................................................\
................ 2-5 Engine coolant temperature gauge......... 2-7
Fuel gauge .................................................................... 2-8
Odometer....................................................................... 2-6
Speedometer .............................................................. 2-6
Tachometer.................................................................. 2-7
Trip computer ......................................................... 2-25
General maintenance................................................... 9-2
Glove box ........................................................................\
... 2-45
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 ....................................................... 3-17
Hazard warning flasher switch ............................ 6-2
Head restraints/headrests....................................... 1-6
Headlights Bulb replacement ................................................. 8-23
Headlight switch ................................................... 2-36
Xenon headlights.................................................. 2-35
Heated seats ................................................................... 2-40
Heater Engine block heater ........................................... 5-34
Heater and air
conditioner operation....................................... 4-31
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver .................. 2-54
Hood release ................................................................... 3-16
Horn........................................................................\
................ 2-39
I
Ignition switch (Push-button).............................................................. 5-8
Manual transmission models...................... 5-17
Immobilizer system.................................................... 2-32
In-cabin microfilter ..................................................... 4-36
Indicator lights............................................................... 2-15
INFO button ........................................................................\
. 4-8
Inside mirror .................................................................... 3-38
Inspection/maintenance (I/M) test ............ 10-25
Instrument brightness control ......................... 2-38
Instrument panel ............................................................. 2-4
Instrument pocket...................................................... 2-44
Intelligent Key..................................................................... 3-2 Intelligent Key battery
discharge indicator .................................................... 2-21
Intelligent Key removal indicator.................... 2-20
Intelligent Key system ................................................. 3-6
Battery replacement.......................................... 8-20
Intelligent Key system warning light ..... 2-12
Key operating range ............................................. 3-7
Key operation ............................................................. 3-9
Warning signals...................................................... 3-11
Interior light control switch ................................ 2-51
Interior light replacement..................................... 8-24
Interior lights................................................................... 2-51
Interior trunk lid release ........................................ 3-20
iPod® player operation............................................ 4-74
J
Jump starting ................................................................. 6-15
K
Keyless entry (See remote keyless
entry system) .................................................................. 3-13
Keys ........................................................................\
.................... 3-2 For Intelligent Key system................................ 3-6
L
Labels
Air bag warning labels ..................................... 1-45
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
11-3
11-4
Vehicle identification number (VIN) .... 10-12
License plate, Installing front
license plate.................................................................. 10-15
Light Air bag warning light......................................... 1-45
Bulb replacement ................................................. 8-22
Cargo area courtesy light.............................. 2-53
Cargo light ................................................................. 2-53
Fog light switch ..................................................... 2-39
Headlight switch ................................................... 2-36
Headlights bulb replacement ..................... 8-23
Indicator lights........................................................ 2-15
Interior light control switch ......................... 2-51
Interior lights............................................................ 2-51
Map lights ................................................................... 2-51
Replacement ............................................................ 8-22
Trunk light.................................................................. 2-53
Vanity mirror lights ............................................. 2-52
Warning lights, indicator lights and
audible reminders ................................................ 2-11
Xenon headlights.................................................. 2-35
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........................................... 3-5
Door locks...................................................................... 3-4
Power door lock ....................................................... 3-4
Rear hatch lock...................................................... 3-17
Trunk lid ....................................................................... 3-19
Locking with mechanical key ................................ 3-4
Low tire pressure warning light ...................... 2-13
Low tire pressure warning system (See
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)) ..... 5-3M
Maintenance Battery........................................................................\
... 8-11
General maintenance........................................... 9-2
Inside the vehicle..................................................... 9-3
Maintenance indicators................................... 2-24
Maintenance log.................................................... 9-11
Maintenance precautions................................. 8-2
Maintenance requirement................................ 9-2
Maintenance schedules...................................... 9-6
Maintenance under severe
driving conditions ................................................ 9-10
Outside the vehicle ................................................ 9-2
Seat belt maintenance..................................... 1-16
Standard maintenance ....................................... 9-7
Maintenance schedules.............................................. 9-6
Malfunction indicator light (MIL)...................... 2-16
Manual front seat adjustment .............................. 1-4
Map lights ........................................................................\
.. 2-51
Master warning light................................................. 2-14
Mechanical key (Intelligent Key system) ....... 3-3
Meter Trip computer ......................................................... 2-25
Meters and gauges ........................................................ 2-5 Instrument brightness control .................. 2-38
Mirror Inside mirror ............................................................. 3-38
Outside mirrors ...................................................... 3-39
Vanity mirror ............................................................ 3-41
Multi-function controller............................................ 4-4
N
New vehicle break-in ................................................ 5-24
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System ............ 2-32
NISSAN voice recognition system ............... 4-105 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 ................. 2-24
Opening the soft top................................................ 3-22
Operation, Operational indicators ................. 2-20
Outside mirrors ............................................................. 3-39
Overheat, If your vehicle overheats.............. 6-17
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual
order information..................................................... 10-26
P
Panic alarm....................................................................... 3-14
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) ............ 4-82
Bluetooth® hands-free phone system
(models without navigation system) ..... 4-92
Car phone or CB radio ..................................... 4-81
Power Front seat adjustment ........................................ 1-3
11-6
SteeringPower steering ....................................................... 5-27
Power steering fluid .............................................. 8-8
Steering-wheel-mounted controls
for audio ...................................................................... 4-79
Storage ........................................................................\
........ 2-44
Sun visors ........................................................................\
.. 3-37
Supplemental air bag warning labels ......... 1-45
Supplemental air bag
warning light .................................................... 1-45, 2-15
Supplemental restraint system........................ 1-31 Precautions on supplemental
restraint system .................................................... 1-31
Switch Autolight switch .................................................... 2-36
Fog light switch ..................................................... 2-39
Hazard warning flasher switch .................... 6-2
Headlight switch ................................................... 2-36
Ignition switch ........................................................ 5-12
Ignition switch manual
transmission models ......................................... 5-17
Power door lock switch ..................................... 3-5
Rear hatch release switch............................. 3-18
Rear window defroster switch .................. 2-34
Turn signal switch ............................................... 2-38
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC)
off switch .................................................................... 2-42
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 ............................................... 2-32
Three-way catalyst......................................................... 5-3 Tilt steering ...................................................................... 3-37
Tire
Pressure, Low tire pressure
warning light ............................................................ 2-13
Sealant ........................................................................\
..... 6-9
Tire replacement indicator ........................... 2-24
Tires Emergency tire puncture repair kit .......... 6-9
Flat tire........................................................................\
..... 6-3
Low tire pressure warning system ........... 5-3
Spare tire..................................................................... 8-37
Tire and Loading
information label................................ 8-28, 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.............................................................. 8-34
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) .................. 2-47
Top, Soft top.................................................................... 3-22
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 ............................................... 2-54
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) .................................................................. 3-13
Traveling or registering your vehicle in
another country ........................................................ 10-12
Trip computer ................................................................ 2-25
Trip odometer ................................................................ 2-26
Triple meter........................................................................\
.. 2-8
Trunk Interior trunk lid release ................................. 3-20
Light ........................................................................\
........ 2-53
Secondary trunk lid release ......................... 3-21
Trunk lid ....................................................................... 3-19
Trunk release power cancel switch....... 3-20
Turn signal switch ...................................................... 2-38
U
Underbody cleaning ...................................................... 7-4
Uniform tire quality grading ............................ 10-23
USB (Universal Serial Bus)
connection port............................................. 4-53, 4-65
V
Vanity mirror ................................................................... 3-41
Vanity mirror lights .................................................... 2-52
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...................................................... 2-30
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC)
off switch .................................................................... 2-42
Vehicle dynamic control
(VDC) system ............................................................ 5-30
Ventilators ........................................................................\
. 4-30
Voice command (Bluetooth® Hands-Free
Phone System)............................................................... 4-98
Voice command (NISSAN voice
recognition system)................................................ 4-111
Voltmeter ........................................................................\
....... 2-9
W
Warning Hazard warning flasher switch .................... 6-2
Lights..................................................................\
............ 2-11
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS) ................................................ 5-3, 6-3
Warning lights, indicator lights and
audible reminders ................................................ 2-10
Warning labels, Air bag warning labels...... 1-45
Warning light Air bag warning light.......................... 1-45, 2-15
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
warning light ............................................................ 2-11
Brake warning light ............................................ 2-11
Intelligent Key system warning light ..... 2-12
Low tire pressure warning light ............... 2-13
Seat belt warning light
and chime.................................................... 1-12, 2-14
Warnings and alerts (vehicle
information display)................................................... 2-22
Warranty, Emission control
system warranty ....................................................... 10-24 Washer switch, Wiper and
washer switch ................................................................ 2-33
Washing........................................................................\
........... 7-2
Waxing ........................................................................\
.............. 7-4
Wheel/tire size ............................................................ 10-10
Wheels and tires ........................................................... 8-26
Care of wheels........................................................... 7-4
Cleaning aluminum alloy wheels ................ 7-5
Window washer fluid ................................................ 8-10
Window(s) Automatic adjusting function..................... 2-50
Cleaning ........................................................................\
.. 7-4
Power windows ..................................................... 2-48
Wiper Wiper and washer switch .............................. 2-33
Wiper blades ............................................................. 8-16
Wiper and washer switch ..................................... 2-33
X
Xenon headlights......................................................... 2-35
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