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– When installing a spare tire, makesure that it is the proper size and
type as specified on the Tire and
Loading Information label. For ad-
ditional information, refer to “Tire
and Loading Information label” in
the “Technical and consumer infor-
mation” section of this manual.
– For additional information, refer to “Wheels and tires” in the “Do-it-
yourself ” section of this manual.
The ABS controls the brakes so the wheels
do not lock during hard braking or when
braking on slippery surfaces. The system
detects the rotation speed at each wheel
and varies the brake fluid pressure to pre-
vent each wheel from locking and sliding.
By preventing each wheel from locking, the
system helps the driver maintain steering
control and helps to minimize swerving
and spinning on slippery surfaces.
Using the system
Depress the brake pedal and hold it down.
Depress the brake pedal with firm steady
pressure, but do not pump the brakes. The
Anti-lock Braking System will operate to
prevent the wheels from locking up. Steer
the vehicle to avoid obstacles.
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DRAINING OF COOLANT WATER
If the vehicle is to be lef t outside without
antifreeze, drain the cooling system, includ-
ing the engine block. Refill before operating
the vehicle. For additional information, refer
to “Changing engine coolant” in the “Do-it-
yourself ” section of this manual.
TIRE EQUIPMENT
1. SUMMER tires have a tread designed toprovide superior performance on dry
pavement. However, the performance
of these tires will be substantially re-
duced in snowy and icy conditions. If
you operate your vehicle on snowy or
icy roads, NISSAN recommends the use
of MUD & SNOW or ALL SEASON TIRES
on all four wheels. It is recommended
that you visit a NISSAN dealer for the tire
type, size, speed rating and availability
information.
2. For additional traction on icy roads, studded tires may be used. However,
some U.S. states and Canadian prov-
inces prohibit their use. Check local,
state and provincial laws before install-
ing studded tires. Skid and traction capabilities of studded
snow tires on wet or dry surfaces may be
poorer than that of non-studded snow
tires.
3. Tire chains may be used. For additional information, refer to “Tire chains” in the
“Do-it-yourself ” section of this manual.
SPECIAL WINTER EQUIPMENT
It is recommended that the following items
be carried in the vehicle during winter:
∙ A scraper and stiff-bristled brush to re- move ice and snow from the windows
and wiper blades.
∙ A sturdy, flat board to be placed under the jack to give it firm support.
∙ A shovel to dig the vehicle out of snow- drif ts.
∙ Extra washer fluid to refill the windshield-washer fluid reservoir.
DRIVING ON SNOW OR ICE
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7The word “radial”
The word “radial” is shown if the tire
has radial structure.
8Manufacturer or brand name
Manufacturer or brand name is
shown.
Other Tire-related Terminology
In addition to the many terms that
are defined throughout this section,
Intended Outboard Sidewall is (1) the
sidewall that contains a whitewall,
bears white lettering or bears
manufacturer, brand, and/or model
name molding that is higher or
deeper than the same molding on
the other sidewall of the tire, or (2)
the outward facing sidewall of an
asymmetrical tire that has a particu-
lar side that must always face out-
ward when mounted on a vehicle.
TYPES OF TIRES
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5. Determine the combined weightof luggage and cargo being
loaded on the vehicle. That
weight may not safely exceed
the available cargo and luggage
load capacity calculated in
step 4.
Before driving a loaded vehicle, con-
firm that you do not exceed the
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
or the Gross Axle Weight Rating
(GAWR) for your vehicle. For addi-
tional information, refer to “Measure-
ment of weights” in this section.
Also check tires for proper inflation
pressures. For additional informa-
tion, refer to “Tire and Loading Infor-
mation label” in this section.
SECURING THE LOAD
There are 12 D-rings (if so equipped) lo-
cated in the cargo area as shown and can
be used to secure cargo with ropes or
other types of straps.
Do not apply a total load of more than
200 lbs. (890 N) to a single D-ring when
securing cargo.
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Seat belt extenders............1-18
Seat belt maintenance ..........1-18
Seatbelts................1-11, 7-6
Shoulder belt height adjustment . . . .1-17
Three-pointtypewithretractor.....1-14
Seat belt extenders ..............1-18
Seatbeltwarninglight.........1-14, 2-14
Seats Adjustment ..................1-2
Frontseats..................1-2
Manual front seat adjustment ......1-3
Seats/floormats................7-5
Security indicator light ............2-17
Security system (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer
System), engine start ..........2-19,5-9
Security systems Vehicle security system .........2-18
Self-adjustingbrakes.............8-17
Service manual order form .........10-22
Servicing air conditioner ...........4-19
Shif ting Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) .....................5-14
Shoulder belt height adjustment ......1-17
Sliding door Manual sliding door .............3-7
Sonar Rear system ................5-29
Spark plug replacement ...........8-15
Spark plugs ...................8-15
Specifications .................10-8
Speedometer ..................2-4
SRS warning label ...............1-49
Stability control ................5-26
Standard maintenance ..........9-7,9-8 Starting
Before starting the engine ........5-10
Jumpstarting ............6-10,8-13
Precautions when starting and
driving.....................5-2
Push starting ................6-12
Starting the engine ............5-10
Starting the engine ..............5-10
Steering Power steering system ..........5-23
Stoplight....................8-28
Storage.....................2-28 D-ring ....................2-30
Storagetray...............2-28,2-29
Sunvisors....................3-17
Supplemental air bag warning labels . . .1-49
Supplemental air bag warning
light.................... .1-50, 2-14
Supplemental front impact air bag
system ..................... .1-39
Supplemental restraint system Information and warning labels . . . .1-49
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system ................... .1-32
Supplemental restraint system
(Supplemental air bag system) .......1-32
Switch Automatic power window switch . . .2-32
Hazard warning flasher switch ......6-2
Headlight and turn signal switch ....2-23
Headlightcontrolswitch.........2-23
Ignition switch ................5-8
Instrument brightness control .....2-24
P
ower door lock switch ..........3-6
Rear sonar system OFF switch .....2-26Rear window and outside mirror
defrosterswitch..............2-22
Turn signal switch
.............2-25
T
Tachometer ...................2-6
Thef t (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System),
engine start ................2-19,5-9
Three-waycatalyst...............5-2
Tire Flattire..................6-2,6-3
Spare tire ...................6-4
Tire and Loading Information label . .10-11
Tire chains .................8-38
Tirepressure.............8-31,8-31
Tirerotation ................8-38
Typesoftires................8-37
Uniform tire quality grading ......10-18
Wheels and tires ...........8-31,10-9
Wheel/tire size ...............10-9
Tire pressure Lowtirepressurewarninglight.....2-12
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) . .5-3
Tire warning label ...............10-12
Toptetherstrapchildrestraint.......1-23
Towing 4-wheel drive models ...........6-14
Flattowing.................10-17
Towtrucktowing .............6-13
Trailertowing ...............10-17
Towingatrailer................10-17
Transmission Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) fluid ..................8-10
11-5