2021 NISSAN ARMADA wiper blades

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RAIN-SENSING AUTO WIPER SYS-
TEM (if so equipped)
The rain-sensing auto wiper system can
automatically turn on the wipers and
adjust the wiper speed depending on
the rainfall and the vehicle speed by using
the rain sensor located on the upper part
of the windshield.
To set the rain-sensing auto wiper sys-
tem, push the lever down to the AUTO
position
. The wiper will sweep once
while the ignition switch is in the ON
position.
The rain sensor sensitivity level can be
adjusted by turning the knob toward the
front
(High) or toward the rear(Low). .
High — High sensitive operation
. Low — Low sensitive operation
To turn the rain-sensing auto wiper
system off, push up the lever to the OFF
position, or pull down the lever to the LO
or HI position.
CAUTION
Do not touch the rain sensor and
around it when the wiper switch is in
the AUTO position and the ignition
switch is in the ON position. The
wipers may operate unexpectedly
and cause to an injury or may da-
mage a wiper.
. The rain-sensing auto wipers are
intended for use during rain. If the
switch is left in the AUTO position,
the wipers may operate unexpect-
edly when dirt, fingerprints, oil film
or insects are stuck on or around the
sensor. The wipers may also operate
when exhaust gas or moisture affect
the rain sensor.
. The rain-sensing auto wipers may
not operate if rain does not hit the
rain sensor even if it is raining.
. When the windshield glass is coated
with water repellent, the speed of the rain-sensing auto wipers may be
higher even though the amount of
the rainfall is small.
. Be sure to turn off the rain-sensing
auto wiper system when you use a
car wash.
. Using genuine wiper blades is re-
commended for proper operation of
the rain-sensing auto wiper system.
(See “Windshield wiper blades” (P.8-
16) for wiper blade replacement.)
Instruments and controls2-43

TIRE EQUIPMENT
SUMMER tires have a tread designed to
provide superior performance on dry
pavement. However, the performance of
these tires will be substantially reduced 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 you consult a
NISSAN dealer for the tire type, size, speed
rating and availability information.
For additional traction on icy roads,
studded tires may be used. However,
some U.S. states and Canadian provinces
prohibit their use. Check local, state and
provincial laws before installing 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.
Tire chains may be used. For details, see
“Tire chains” (P.8-35).
For four-wheel drive
If you install snow tires, they must also be
the same size, brand, construction and
tread pattern on all four wheels.
SPECIAL WINTER EQUIPMENT
It is recommended that the following
items be carried in the vehicle during
winter:
.A scraper and stiff-bristled brush to
remove ice and snow from the win-
dows 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
snowdrifts.
. Extra window washer fluid to refill the
reservoir tank.
DRIVING ON SNOW OR ICE
WARNING
. Wet ice (32°F, 0°C and freezing
rain), very cold snow or ice can be
slick and very hard to drive on.
The vehicle will have much less
traction or “grip” under these
conditions. Try to avoid driving
on wet ice until the road is salted
or sanded. .
Whatever the condition, drive
with caution. Accelerate and slow
down with care. If accelerating or
downshifting too fast, the drive
wheels will lose even more trac-
tion.
. Allow more stopping distance
under these conditions. Braking
should be started sooner than on
dry pavement.
. Allow greater following distances
on slippery roads.
. Watch for slippery spots (glare
ice). These may appear on an
otherwise clear road in shaded
areas. If a patch of ice is seen
ahead, brake before reaching it.
Try not to brake while on the ice,
and avoid any sudden steering
maneuvers.
. Do not use the cruise control on
slippery roads.
. Snow can trap dangerous ex-
haust gases under your vehicle.
Keep snow clear of the exhaust
pipe and from around your vehi-
cle.
Starting and driving5-147

8 Do-it-yourself
Maintenance precautions ...................................................... 8-2
Engine compartment check locations ........................ 8-3VK56VD engine ....................................................................... 8-3
Engine cooling system ............................................................. 8-4 Checking engine coolant level .................................... 8-5
Changing engine coolant ................................................ 8-5
Engine oil ........................................................................\
..................... 8-6 Checking engine oil level ................................................. 8-6
Changing engine oil and filter ..................................... 8-6
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) ............................. 8-8
Power steering fluid ................................................................... 8-8
Brake fluid ........................................................................\
.................. 8-9
Window washer fluid .............................................................. 8-10
Battery ........................................................................\
........................ 8-11 Jump starting ........................................................................\
. 8-13
Variable voltage control system ................................... 8-13
Drive belts ........................................................................\
................ 8-13
Spark plugs ........................................................................\
............. 8-14 Replacing spark plugs ..................................................... 8-14
Air cleaner ........................................................................\
............... 8-15 Windshield wiper blades ..................................................... 8-16
Cleaning ........................................................................\
........... 8-16
Replacing ........................................................................\
........ 8-16
Rear window wiper blades ............................................... 8-17
Brakes ........................................................................\
........................ 8-17 Self-adjusting brakes ..................................................... 8-17
Brake pad wear warning ............................................ 8-17
Brake booster ...................................................................... 8-17
Fuses ........................................................................\
........................... 8-18 Engine compartment .................................................... 8-18
Passenger compartment ........................................... 8-20
Intelligent Key battery replacement .......................... 8-21
Lights ........................................................................\
.......................... 8-24
Headlights ........................................................................\
...... 8-26
Exterior and interior lights ........................................ 8-26
Wheels and tires ........................................................................\
8-28
Tire pressure ........................................................................\
8-28
Tire labeling ........................................................................\
.. 8-32
Types of tires ....................................................................... 8-34
Tire chains ........................................................................\
...... 8-35
Changing wheels and tires ...................................... 8-36

8-16Do-it-yourself
CLEANING
If your windshield is not clear after using
the windshield washer or if a wiper blade
chatters when running, wax or other
material may be on the blade or wind-
shield.
Clean the outside of the windshield with a
washer solution or a mild detergent. Your
windshield is clean if beads do not form
when rinsing with clear water.
Clean each blade by wiping it with a cloth
soaked in a washer solution or a mild
detergent. Then rinse the blade with clear
water. If your windshield is still not clear
after cleaning the blades and using the
wiper, replace the blades.
Worn windshield wiper blades can da-
mage the windshield and impair driver
vision.
When a washer nozzle is clogged
It is recommended you see a NISSAN
dealer if a washer nozzle is clogged or
any malfunction occurs. Do not attempt
to clean the nozzle using a needle or a
pin. Doing so may damage the nozzle.
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REPLACING
Replace the wiper blades if they are worn.
1. Pull the wiper arm.
2. Push the release tab
, and then
move the wiper blade down the wiper
arm
while pushing the release tab
to remove.
3. Insert the new wiper blade onto the wiper arm until a click sounds.
4. Rotate the wiper blade so the dimple is in the groove.
CAUTION
.After wiper blade replacement,
return the wiper arm to its origi-
nal position;
otherwise it may be damaged
when the hood is opened.
. Make sure the wiper blades con-
tact the glass; otherwise the arm
may be damaged from wind
pressure.
WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES

It is recommended you visit a NISSAN
dealer if checking or replacement is
required.If the brakes do not operate properly,
have the brakes checked. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
this service.
SELF-ADJUSTING BRAKES
Your vehicle is equipped with self-adjust-
ing brakes.
The disc-type brakes self-adjust every
time the brake pedal is applied.
WARNING
Have your brake system checked if
the brake pedal height does not
return to normal. It is recommended
you visit a NISSAN dealer for this
service.
BRAKE PAD WEAR WARNING
The disc brake pads have audible wear
warnings. When a brake pad requires
replacement, it will make a high pitched
scraping sound when the vehicle is in
motion. This scraping sound will first
occur only when the brake pedal is
depressed. After more wear of the brake
pad, the sound will always be heard even
if the brake pedal is not depressed. Have
the brakes checked as soon as possible if
the wear warning sound is heard.Under some driving or climate conditions,
occasional brake squeak, squeal or other
noise may be heard. Occasional brake
noise during light to moderate stops is
normal and does not affect the function
or performance of the brake system.
Proper brake inspection intervals
should be followed.
For additional infor-
mation, see the maintenance schedule
shown in the “9. Maintenance and sche-
dules” section.
BRAKE BOOSTER
Check the brake booster function as
follows:
1. With the engine off, depress and release the foot brake pedal more
than 20 times. When the foot brake
pedal movement (distance of travel)
remains the same from one pedal
application to the next, continue on
to the next step.
2. While depressing the foot brake pedal, start the engine.
3. With the foot brake pedal depressed, stop the engine. Keep the pedal de-
pressed for about 30 seconds.
4. Run the engine for 1 minute without depressing the foot brake pedal, then
turn it off. Depress the foot brake
pedal several times. The pedal travel
distance will decrease gradually with
Do-it-yourself8-17
REAR WINDOW WIPER BLADES BRAKES

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*: Rotate tires at the speci-
fied interval shown in the maintenance
schedule.
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
so equipped) hold securely in all latched
positions.
Seat belts: Check that all parts of the seat
Maintenance and schedules9-3

PhoneCar phone or CB radio ..................................... 4-42
Pocket........................................................................\
........... 2-70
Power Front seat adjustment ........................................ 1-4
Moonroof..................................................................... 2-76
Power door lock ....................................................... 3-4
Power outlet............................................................. 2-59
Power steering ................................................... 5-141
Power steering fluid .............................................. 8-8
Power windows ..................................................... 2-73
Precautions Braking precautions....................................... 5-142
Child restraints ....................................................... 1-33
Driving safety ........................................................... 5-10
Maintenance................................................................ 8-2
On-pavement and off-road driving .......... 5-9
Seat belt usage ...................................................... 1-20
Supplemental restraint system................. 1-54
When starting and driving................................ 5-4
Push starting................................................................\
... 6-14
Push-button ignition switch............................... 5-13
R
RAB system ................................................................... 5-116
Radio Car phone or CB radio ..................................... 4-42
Rain-sensing auto wiper system .................... 2-43
Rapid air pressure loss................................................ 5-9
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance
(I/M) test........................................................................\
... 10-38
Rear Automatic Braking (RAB) ....................... 5-116
Rear Automatic Braking (RAB) system
warning light ................................................................... 2-17
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)......................... 5-57
Rear Door Alert.............................................................. 2-58 Rear door lock, Child safety rear
door lock ........................................................................\
........ 3-6
Rear personal lights .................................................. 2-80
Rear view monitor settings..................................... 4-8
Rear window wiper and washer switch .... 2-44
Rear window wiper blades .................................. 8-17
RearView Monitor............................................................ 4-3
RearView Monitor system operation ............... 4-4
Recorders, Event data .......................................... 10-39
Registering your vehicle in
another country ........................................................ 10-11
Remote engine start................................................. 3-19
Remote keyless entry system ........................... 3-15
Reporting safety defects .................................... 10-37
Roadside assistance program .............................. 6-2
Rollover ........................................................................\
............ 5-8
Roof
Moonroof..................................................................... 2-77
Roof rack ..................................................................... 2-72
S
SafetyChild seat belts....................................................... 1-30
Towing safety...................................................... 10-24
Seat adjustment Front power seat adjustment ....................... 1-4
Front seats..................................................... 1-4, 1-11
Seat belt(s) Child safety................................................................ 1-30
Infants.................................................................\
........... 1-31
Injured persons ...................................................... 1-22
Larger children ....................................................... 1-31
Precautions on seat belt usage................ 1-20
Pregnant women.................................................. 1-22
Seat belt cleaning ................................................... 7-7
Seat belt extenders............................................. 1-29 Seat belt maintenance..................................... 1-29
Seat belt warning light and chime......... 2-13
Seat belts .................................................................... 1-20
Seat belts with pretensioners .................... 1-71
Small children .......................................................... 1-31
Three-point type ................................................... 1-22
Seat(s) Climate controlled seats................................. 2-55
Driver-side memory ............................................ 3-40
Heated seats ............................................................ 2-53
Seats ........................................................................\
.......... 1-3
Security system (NISSAN Vehicle
Immobilizer System), Engine start ................. 2-40
Security system, Vehicle
security system ............................................................. 2-38
Servicing air conditioner........................................ 4-41
Setting memory function,
memory seat................................................................... 3-42
Shift lever, Shift lock release............................... 5-22
Shift lock release Transmission............................................................ 5-22
Shifting, Automatic transmission ................... 5-18
SNOW mode.................................................................. 5-135
SNOW mode switch ................................................... 2-57
Sonar Rear Automatic Braking (RAB) ............... 5-116
SOS button (See Emergency Call
(SOS) button)................................................................... 2-64
Spare tire............................................................. 8-39, 10-9
Spark plugs....................................................................... 8-14
Speedometer ...................................................................... 2-6
Standard maintenance ............................................... 9-8
Starting Before starting the engine............................ 5-16
Jump starting .......................................................... 6-12
Precautions when starting
and driving.................................................................... 5-4
11-5

Vehicle information display................................. 2-19How to use the vehicle
information display ............................................. 2-20
Settings........................................................................\
. 2-21
Vehicle speed.................................................................. 2-36
Ventilators ........................................................................\
. 4-34
Voltmeter ........................................................................\
....... 2-9
W
Warning Blind Spot Warning ............................................. 5-38
Hazard warning flasher switch .................... 6-2
Intelligent Forward Collision
Warning (I-FCW).................................................. 5-106
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ................. 5-26
Lights..................................................................\
............ 2-11
Loose Fuel Cap warning................................. 2-30
Rear Door Alert....................................................... 2-58
Tire Pressure Low Add Air warning ....... 2-30
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS) ................................................ 5-5, 6-3
Vehicle information display.......................... 2-19
Warning lights, indicator lights and
audible reminders ................................................ 2-10
Warning labels, Air bag warning labels...... 1-72
Warning light 4WD warning light ........................................... 5-130
Air bag warning light.......................... 1-73, 2-13
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
warning light ............................................................ 2-14
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
system warning light......................................... 2-14
Brake warning light ............................................ 2-11
Low tire pressure warning light ............... 2-15
Seat belt warning light and chime......... 2-13 Warranty, Emission control
system warranty ....................................................... 10-37
Washer switch
Rear window wiper and
washer switch ......................................................... 2-44
Windshield wiper and
washer switch ......................................................... 2-41
Washing........................................................................\
........... 7-2
Waxing ........................................................................\
.............. 7-2
Welcome light................................................................. 2-77
Wheel/tire size ............................................................... 10-9
Wheels and tires ........................................................... 8-28 Care of wheels........................................................... 7-3
Cleaning aluminum alloy wheels ................ 7-3
Cleaning bright wheels....................................... 7-4
Window washer fluid ................................................ 8-10
Window(s) Cleaning ........................................................................\
.. 7-3
Power windows ..................................................... 2-73
Windshield wiper and washer switch.......... 2-41
Wiper Rain-sensing auto wiper system ............. 2-43
Rear window wiper and
washer switch ......................................................... 2-44
Windshield wiper and
washer switch ......................................................... 2-41
Wiper blades ............................................................. 8-16
Wireless charger ........................................................... 2-62
11-7