•Tire type and condition may also af-
fect braking effectiveness.
– When replacing tires, install the
specified size of tires on all four
wheels.
– When installing a spare tire, make
sure that it is the proper size and
type as specified on the Tire and
Loading Information label. For ad-
ditional information, see “Tire and
Loading Information label”
(P. 8-29).
– For additional information, see
“Wheels and tires” (P. 8-27).
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.
6. Af ter the engine cools down, check thecoolant level in the engine coolant res-
ervoir tank with the engine running. Add
coolant to the engine coolant reservoir
tank if necessary. Have your vehicle re-
paired. It is recommended that you visit
a NISSAN dealer for this service. When towing your vehicle, all jurisdictional
and local regulations for towing must be
followed. Incorrect towing equipment
could damage your vehicle. Towing in-
structions are available from a NISSAN
dealer. Local service operators are gener-
ally familiar with the applicable laws and
procedures for towing. To assure proper
towing and to prevent accidental damage
to your vehicle, NISSAN recommends hav-
ing a service operator tow your vehicle. It is
advisable to have the service operator
carefully read the following precautions:
CAUTION
• When towing, make sure that the
transmission, axles, steering system
and powertrain are in working condi-
tion. If any of these conditions apply,
dollies or a flatbed tow truck must be
used.
• Always attach safety chains before
towing. For additional information about towing
your vehicle behind a Recreational Vehicle
(RV), see “Flat towing for all-wheel drive ve-
hicle” (P. 10-28).
TOWING RECOMMENDED BY
NISSAN
NISSAN recommends towing your vehicle
based upon the type of drivetrain. For addi-
tional information, refer to the diagrams in
this section to ensure that your vehicle is
properly towed.
TOWING YOUR VEHICLE
In case of emergency6-13
MEASUREMENT OF WEIGHTS
Secure loose items to prevent
weight shif ts that could affect the
balance of your vehicle. When the ve-
hicle is loaded, drive to a scale and
weigh the front and the rear wheels
separately to determine axle loads.
Individual axle loads should not ex-
ceed either of the Gross Axle Weight
Ratings (GAWR). The total of the axle
loads should not exceed the Gross
Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). These
ratings are given on the vehicle cer-
tification label. If weight ratings are
exceeded, move or remove items to
bring all weights below the ratings.
CAUTION
• Do not tow a trailer or haul a heavy
load for the first 500 miles (805 km).
Your engine, axle or other parts could
be damaged.
• For the first 500 miles (805 km) that
you tow a trailer, do not drive over 50
mph (80 km/h) and do not make
starts at full throttle. This helps the
engine and other parts of your ve-
hicle wear in at the heavier loads.
NOTE:
Tow hitches are available as an acces-
sory for this vehicle. If a tow hitch is in-
stalled, the lif tgate electronic control
unit (ECU) needs to be replaced with an
ECU programmed with towing logic for
the Motion-Activated Lif tgate to func-
tion properly. Your new vehicle was designed to be used
primarily to carry passengers and cargo.
Remember that towing a trailer places ad-
ditional loads on your vehicle's engine,
drive train, steering, braking and other
systems.
A NISSAN Towing Guide (U.S. only) is avail-
able on the website at
www.nissanusa.com. This guide includes
information on trailer towing capability and
the special equipment required for proper
towing.
MAXIMUM LOAD LIMITS
Maximum trailer loads
Never allow the total trailer load to exceed
the value specified in the “Towing Load/
Specification” chart found in this section.
The total trailer load equals trailer weight
plus its cargo weight.
The maximum Gross Combined Weight
Rating (GCWR) should not exceed the value
specified in the following Towing Load/
Specification Chart.
TOWING A TRAILER
Technical and consumer information10-19
• When backing up, hold the bottom of thesteering wheel with one hand. Move your
hand in the direction in which you want
the trailer to go. Make small corrections
and back up slowly. If possible, have
someone guide you when you are back-
ing 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:
– Do not correct trailer sway by steeringor applying the brakes.
2. When the trailer sway stops, gently apply the brakes and pull to the side of the
road in a safe area.
3. Try to rearrange the trailer load so it is balanced as described in this section.
• Be careful when passing other vehicles. Passing while towing a trailer requires
considerably more distance than normal
passing. Remember, the length of the
trailer must also pass the other vehicle
before you can safely change lanes.
• Downshif t the transmission to a lower gear for engine braking when driving
down steep or long hills. This will help
slow the vehicle without applying the
brakes.
• Avoid holding the brake pedal down too long or too frequently. This could cause
the brakes to overheat, resulting in re-
duced braking efficiency.
• Increase your following distance to allow for greater stopping distances while tow-
ing a trailer. Anticipate stops and brake
gradually.
• NISSAN recommends that the cruise control not be used while towing a trailer. • Some states or provinces have specific
regulations and speed limits for vehicles
that are towing trailers. Obey the local
speed limits.
• Check your hitch, trailer wiring harness connections, and trailer wheel lug nuts
af ter 50 miles (80 km) of travel and at
every break.
• When launching a boat, don't allow the water level to go over the exhaust tail
pipe or rear bumper.
• Make sure you disconnect the trailer lights before backing the trailer into the
water or the trailer lights may burn out.
When towing a trailer, final drive gear oil
should be replaced and transmission oil/
fluid should be changed more fre-
quently. For additional information, see
“Do-it-yourself ” (P. 8-2).
FLAT TOWING FOR ALL–WHEEL
DRIVE VEHICLE (if so equipped)
Towing your vehicle with all four wheels on
the ground is sometimes called flat towing.
This method is sometimes used when
towing a vehicle behind a recreational ve-
hicle, such as a motor home.
Fog light switch................2-41Front air bag system
(See supplemental restraint system). . .1-57Front and rear sonar system.......5-124Front power seat adjustment........1-4Front seats....................1-2Front-door pocket..............2-52FuelCapacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants
...............10-2Fuel economy...............5-114Fuel gauge................. .2-6Fuel octane rating.............10-6Fuel recommendation..........10-4Fuel-filler cap................3-29Fuel-filler door lock opener lever. . . .3-29Fuel-filler lid.................3-29Loose fuel cap warning..........2-25Fuel efficient driving tips..........5-113Fuel gauge................... .2-6Fuel-filler door.................3-29Fuses.......................8-19Fusible links..................8-20
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver........2-66, 2-67, 2-69, 2-70Gas cap.....................3-29Gauge
Engine coolant temperature gauge. . .2-6Fuel gauge................. .2-6Odometer.................. .2-5
Speedometer................2-4Tachometer.................2-5Trip odometer................2-5General maintenance.............9-2Glove box................... .2-54Grocery hooks.................2-58
H
Hazard warning flasher switch........6-2Head restraints.................1-9Headlight and turn signal switch.....2-35Headlight control switch...........2-35Headlights...................8-25Heated rear seats...............2-45Heated seats..............2-42, 2-44Heated steering wheel............2-46Heater
Heater and air conditioner (automatic)
(if so equipped)
...............4-28Heater and air conditioner controls. .4-29Heater operation.............4-30Heater and air conditioner
(automatic)...................4-28Hill start assist system...........5-124HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver........2-66, 2-67, 2-69, 2-70Hood.......................3-21HookLuggage hook...............2-57Horn...................... .2-42
I
Ignition switch
Push-button ignition switch.......5-13Immobilizer system..........2-31, 5-16Important vehicle information label. . .10-12In-cabin microfilter..............8-17Increasing fuel economy..........5-114IndicatorNISSAN Intelligent Key® battery discharge
indicator
...................5-15Indicator lights and audible reminders
(See warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders)
................ .2-9, 2-11Inside automatic anti-glare mirror.3-34, 3-35Instrument brightness control.......2-40Instrument panel.............0-6, 2-2Instrument panel dimmer switch.....2-40Intelligent Around View Monitor......4-10Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC).......5-58Intelligent Drive Alertness (I-DA)......5-109Intelligent Forward Collision Warning
(I-FCW)..................... .5-97Intelligent Key system
Key operating range............3-8Key operation................3-9Mechanical key................3-3Remote keyless entry operation. . . .3-12Troubleshooting guide..........3-16Warning signals...............3-16Intelligent Lane Intervention (I-LI).....5-32Interior light................. .2-64ISOFIX child restraints.............1-29
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Remote Engine Start..........3-18,5-17Reporting safety defects (US only). . . .10-31Roof rack....................2-58
S
Safety
Child safety rear door lock.........3-7Child seat belts.....1-27, 1-34, 1-40, 1-45Reporting safety defects (US only). . .10-31Seat
Memory seat................3-37Seat adjustmentFront manual seat adjustment......1-3Front power seat adjustment.......1-4Seat beltChild safety.................1-25Infants and small children.....1-25,1-26Injured person................1-16Larger children...............1-26Precautions on seat belt usage.....1-13Pregnant women..............1-16Rear center seat belt...........1-20Seat belt extenders............1-24Seat belt maintenance..........1-24Seat belts................1-13,7-6Shoulder belt height adjustment. . . .1-23Three-point type with retractor.....1-17Seat belt extenders..............1-24Seat belt warning light.........1-16,2-10Seatback pockets...............2-53SeatsAdjustment..................1-2
Armrests................... .1-6Front seats..................1-2Heated seats............2-42, 2-44Manual front seat adjustment......1-3Rear seat...................1-6Security indicator light............2-10Security system (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer
System), engine start..........2-31, 5-16Security systems
Vehicle security system.........2-30Self-adjusting brakes.............8-19Service manual order form........10-33Servicing air conditioner...........4-31Shoulder belt height adjustment......1-23Spark plug replacement...........8-15Spark plugs...................8-15Specifications................ .10-9Speedometer................. .2-4Spotlights (See map light)..........2-65SRS warning label...............1-70Standard maintenance............9-8Starting
Before starting the engine........5-16Jump starting............6-10,8-14Precautions when starting and
driving................. .5-4, 5-11Push starting................6-12Starting the engine............5-17Starting the engine..............5-17Startup display.................2-18Steering
Heated steering wheel..........2-46Power steering fluid............8-11Power steering system.........5-118
Steering wheel................ .3-31Stop light....................8-25Storage.................... .2-52Storage tray..................2-53Sun visors................... .3-33Sunglasses case...............2-55Sunglasses holder..............2-55Sunroof..................2-62, 7-5Sunroof (see Moonroof )...........2-62Supplemental air bag warning labels. . .1-70Supplemental air bag warning
light.....................1-70,2-11Supplemental front impact air bag
system..................... .1-57Supplemental restraint system
Information and warning labels.....1-70Precautions on supplemental restraint
system................... .1-49Supplemental restraint system
(Supplemental air bag system).......1-49Switch
Autolight switch..............2-36Automatic power window switch. . . .2-61Fog light switch...............2-41Hazard warning flasher switch......6-2Headlight and turn signal switch. . . .2-35Headlight control switch.........2-35Instrument brightness control.....2-40Power door lock switch..........3-6Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch................... .2-34Rear window wiper and washer
switches...................2-33Turn signal switch.............2-41
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