
3. Repeat this process to raise and securethe seat cushion on the other side of the
vehicle for maximum storage capacity.
To return the rear bench seat to a seating
position, reverse the process. Make sure to
properly push the seat cushion down
into place.
WARNING
• When the vehicle is being used to
carry cargo, properly secure all cargo
to help prevent it from sliding or
shif ting. Do not place cargo higher
than the seatbacks. In a sudden stop
or collision, unsecured cargo could
cause personal injury.
• Do not allow people to ride in any
area of your 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.
Never ride in the rear seat unless the
seat bottom cushions are in place
and latched.
• When returning the seatbacks to the
upright position, be certain they are
completely secured in the latched
position. If they are not completely
secured, passengers may be injured
in an accident or sudden stop.
A. Child restraint anchor points
Folding the rear bench seat down
(if so equipped)
The rear bench seatback can be tilted for-
ward to access the child restraint anchor
point locations or the jacking equipment.
To tilt the seatback forward, pull the strap
up
O1and tilt the seatback. The child re-
straint anchor points can be accessed be-
hind the rear bench seatback. The jacking
equipment can be accessed from behind
the passenger's side seatback.
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FM radio operation
Press theMENU button and touch the
“FM” key or press the AUDIO button and
select FM on the bottom of the Launch Bar
to bring up the FM display screen.
If another audio source is playing when the
“FM” key is pressed, the audio source play-
ing will automatically be turned off and the
last radio station played will begin playing.
The FM stereo indicator (STEREO) is shown
on the screen during FM stereo reception.
When the stereo broadcast signal is weak,
the radio automatically changes from ste-
reo to monaural reception.
FM Menu
Touch the “FM Menu” key to display the FM
Menu screen options:
• SCAN: To scan tune the stations, touch the “FM Menu” key on the radio screen
and then touch the “SCAN” key. The sta-
tions will be tuned from low to high fre-
quencies and stop at each broadcasting
stations for several seconds. Touching
the “SCAN” key again during this period of
several seconds will stop tuning and the
radio will remain tuned to that station. • Refresh: Touch the “Refresh” key to up-
date the station list displayed on the right
side of the FM Menu screen.
• RDS Info: Radio station and song informa- tion can be displayed on the FM display
screen.
orbuttons to tune
from low to high or high to low frequencies
and to stop at the next broadcasting sta-
tion.
1 to 12 Station memory operations
Up to 12 stations can be registered in the
preset list.
1. Select the FM radio band.
2. Tune to the station you wish to store.
3. Touch and hold one of the preset num- bers in the preset list.
The information such as frequency will be
displayed on the preset list.
To select and listen to the preset stations,
push
oron the steering wheel
briefly or touch a preferred station on the
preset list on the radio screen.
Auxiliary (AUX) devices operation
Connecting auxiliary devices
Connect an AUX device into the AUX input
jack located on the center console below
the heater and air conditioner controls.
The AUX input jack accepts any standard
analog audio input such as from a portable
cassette player, CD player, MP3 player or
phone.
Insert a 1/8 in (3.5 mm) stereo mini plug in
the audio input jack. If a cable with a mono
plug is used, the audio output may not
function normally.
Activation and playing
Turn on the AUX device. Connect an AUX
cable to the AUX device and the AUX input
jack. Select AUX mode from the audio
source menu screen or by pressing the
Source button on the steering wheel.
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FREEING A FROZEN DOOR LOCK
To prevent a door lock from freezing, apply
de-icer through the key hole. If the lock
becomes frozen, heat the key before in-
serting it into the key hole or use the re-
mote keyless entry key fob (if so equipped).
ANTIFREEZE
In the winter when it is anticipated that the
temperature will drop below 32°F (0°C),
check the antifreeze to assure proper win-
ter protection. For additional information,
refer to “Engine cooling system” in the “Do-
it-yourself ” section of this manual.
BATTERY
If the battery is not fully charged during ex-
tremely cold weather conditions, the battery
fluid may freeze and damage the battery. To
maintain maximum efficiency, the battery
should be checked regularly. For additional
information, refer to “Battery” in the “Do-it-
yourself ” section of this manual.
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 reduced
in snowy and icy conditions. If you oper-
ate 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

Getting the spare tire and tools
(King Cab® models)
The tool storage compartment is located
between the two rear jump seats.
1. Turn the knob from the lock to the un-lock position and remove the lid from the
tool storage compartment. 2. Release the strap to remove the tool
bag. 3. Collapse the jack to remove it from the
storage location by inserting the wheel
nut wrench into the jack screw at the top
of the jack as shown. Turn the wheel-nut
wrench counterclockwise as shown un-
til the jack screw becomes loose. Then
loosen the jack with your fingers until it
becomes free.
4. Remove the jack.
5. To reinstall the jack and tools, reverse steps 1 to 4.
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Getting the spare tire and tools
(Crew Cab models)
The tools and tool bag are located behind
the rear bench seat.
1. Remove the head restraints/headrestsand fold the rear bench seat down. For
additional information, refer to “Folding
the rear bench seat down ” in the “Safety–
Seats, seat belts and supplemental re-
straint system” section of this manual.
2. Remove the tool bag and locate the wheel-nut wrench. 3. Collapse the jack to remove it from the
storage location by inserting the wheel-
nut wrench into the jack screw as shown
and turning the wheel-nut wrench to-
wards you until the jack becomes loose.
Then loosen the jack screw with your
fingers until it is free.
4. Remove the jack from behind the seat.
5. To reinstall the jack and tools, reverse steps 1 to 4.
Getting the spare tire and tools
(All models)
1. Seat the T-shaped end of the jacking rodinto the T-shaped opening of the spare
tire winch. Apply pressure to keep the
jacking rod engaged in the spare tire
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winch and turn the jacking rod counter-
clockwise to lower the spare tire.
2. Once the spare tire is completely low- ered, reach under the vehicle, remove
the retainer chain, and carefully slide the
tire from under the rear of the vehicle.
3. To reinstall the wheel, remove the centercap and insert the tire chain through the
wheel. Be sure the rubber spacer is cen-
tered on the wheel before lif ting. Use the
assembled jacking rod to slowly rotate
the winch clockwise to raise the wheel
to the vehicle.
NOTE:
Inspect the spacer every six years and
replace as necessary. It is recommended
that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this
service.
CAUTION
• Be sure to center the spare tire sus-
pending plate on the wheel and then
lif t the spare tire.
• Failure to use the spacer may allow
the chain to get stuck on the wheel
nut holes.

Always refer to the illustration for the cor-
rect placement and jack-up points for your
specific vehicle model and jack type.
Carefully read the caution label attached
to the jack body and the following in-
structions.1. Loosen each wheel nut 1 or 2 turns by
turning counterclockwise with the wheel
nut wrench. Do not remove the wheel
nuts until the tire is off the ground. 2. Place the jack directly under the jack-up
point as illustrated so the top of the jack
contacts the vehicle at the jack-up point.
Align the jack head under the arrow
stamped on the side of the frame or rear
as shown.
The jack should be used on firm and
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3. Install the assembled jacking rod intothe jack as shown.
4. To lif t the vehicle, securely hold the jack- ing lever and rod. Carefully raise the ve-
hicle until the tire clears the ground.
5. Remove the wheel nuts and then re- move the tire.
Installing the spare tire
The spare tire is designed for emergency
use. For additional information, refer to
“Wheels and tires” in the “Do-it-yourself ”
section of this manual.
1. Clean any mud or dirt from the surfacebetween the wheel and hub.
2. Carefully put the spare tire on and tighten the wheel nuts finger tight.
3. With the wheel nut wrench, tighten wheel nuts alternately and evenly in the
sequence illustrated (
O1,O2,O3,O4,O5,O6)
until they are tight. 4. Lower the vehicle slowly until the tire
touches the ground. Then, with the
wheel nut wrench, tighten the wheel
nuts securely in the sequence illustrated
(
O1,O2,O3,O4,O5,O6). Lower the vehicle
completely .
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