CONTROLS
1.Fan speed control dial / system
OFF dial / A/C (air conditioning) button
2. Air flow control buttons
3. Temperature control dial / MAX A/C button 4.
Air recirculation button
5.
Outside mirror defroster switch (if
so equipped)
6.
Front windshield defrost button
Fan speed control dial
Thefan speed control dial turns the
fan on and off and controls fan speed.
Fan speed control dial — OFF mode
Setting thefan speed control dial to the
off position will turn off the fan and the air
recirculation indicator light will turn on. To
get fresh air in fan off mode, press the
air recirculation button to turn off the indica-
tor. In fan off mode, the mode buttons can be
selected to change the air vent distribution
(if the air recirculation mode is off ).
Air flow control buttons
The air flow control buttons allow you to
select the air flow outlets.
MAX
A/C — Air flows from center and side
vents with maximum cooling.
— Air flows from center and sidevents.
— Air flows from center and sidevents and foot outlets.
— Air flows mainly from foot outletsand side vents.
— Air flows from defroster outletsand foot outlets.
— Air flows mainly from defrosteroutlets.
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• To quickly remove ice or fog from the win-dows, turn thefan speed control dial
to the highest setting and the tempera-
ture control to the full HOT position.
• When the
position is selected, the air
conditioner automatically turns on if the
outside temperature is approximately at
or below freezing. This dehumidifies the
air which helps defog the windshield. The
mode automatically turns off, allow-
ing outside air to be drawn into the pas-
senger compartment to further improve
the defogging performance. Under this
condition, the indicator light on the A/C
button indicator will not turn on if the user
had selected the A/C off. Turning off the
air conditioning via the A/C button is not
allowed In this mode. If the A/C button
indicator was on when entering this
mode, and the A/C button is selected in
this mode, the A/C button indicator will
turn off, but the A/C compressor will still
be automatically enabled. The recircula-
tion button indicator will not illuminate if
the button is pressed in this mode.
Bi-level heating
The bi-level mode directs warmed air to
the side and center vents and to the front
and rear floor outlets.
1. Press the
button to the off position.
The indicator light on thebutton
willgooff.
2. Press the
air flow control button.
3. Turn the
fan speed control dial to
the desired position.
4. Turn the temperature control dial to the desired position.
Heating and defogging
This mode heats the interior and defogs
the windshield.
1. Press the
air flow control button.
2. Turn the
fan speed control dial to
the desired position.
3. Turn the temperature control dial to the desired position between the middle
and the hot position. • When the
position is selected, the
air conditioner automatically turns on if
the outside temperature is approxi-
mately at or below freezing. Under this
condition, the indicator light on the A/C
button indicator will not turn on if the user
had selected A/C off. Turning off the air
conditioning via the A/C button is not al-
lowed in this mode. If the A/C button indi-
cator was on when entering this mode,
and the A/C button is selected in this
mode, the A/C compressor will still be
automatically enabled. It is recom-
mended that
mode be turned off for
maximum defogging. The recirculation
button can be selected in this mode to
block outside odors. However, for maxi-
mum defogging in this mode, it is recom-
mended to turn recirculation off when
possible.
Operating tips
Clear snow and ice from the wiper blades
and air inlet in front of the windshield.
This improves heater operation.
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AIR CONDITIONER OPERATION
Start the engine, turn thefan speed
control dial to the desired position, and
press the
button to activate the air
conditioner. When the air conditioner is on,
cooling and dehumidif ying functions are
added to the heater operation.
The air conditioner cooling function op-
erates only when the engine is running.
Cooling
This mode is used to cool and dehumidif y
the air.
1. Press the
button to the off position.
2. Press the
air flow control button.
3. Turn the
fan speed control dial to
the desired position.
4. Press the
button.
5. Turn the temperature control dial to the desired position between the middle
and the cold position. • For quick cooling when the outside tem-
perature is high, press the
button to
the on position. Be sure to return the
to the off position for normal cooling. The
indicator light on thebutton will go
off. You may also select MAX A/C for quick
cooling.
Dehumidified heating
This mode is used to heat and dehumidif y
the air.
1. Press the
button to the off position.
The indicator light on thebutton
willgooff.
2. Press the
air flow control button.
3. Turn the
fan speed control dial to
the desired position.
4. Press the
button on.
5. Turn the temperature control dial to the desired position.
Dehumidified defogging
This mode is used to defog the windows
and dehumidif y the air.
1. Press the
front defroster button.
2. Turn the
fan speed control dial to
the desired position. When the
orpositions are se-
lected, the air conditioner automatically
turns on if the outside temperature is ap-
proximately at or below freezing. The air
conditioning system will continue to oper-
ate until the
fan speed control dial is
turned to OFF, the air conditioner is turned
OFF, or the vehicle is shut off. If a position
other than the
front defrost air flow
button is selected, the A/C compressor will
not turn off even if the user had selected
A/C off prior to entering defrost. In
front defrost orfoot defrost the indi-
cator light on the A/C button will not turn
on if the user had selected A/C off. Turning
off the air conditioning via the A/C button is
not allowed in this mode. If the A/C button
indicator was on when entering this mode,
and the A/C button is selected in this
mode, the A/C button indicator will turn off,
but the A/C compressor will still be auto-
matically enabled. This dehumidifies the air
which helps defog the windshield. The
mode automatically turns off, allowing out-
side air to be drawn into the passenger
compartment to further improve the de-
fogging performance.
3. Turn the temperature control dial to the desired position.
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Operating tips
• Keep the windows closed while the airconditioner is in operation.
• Af ter parking in the sun, drive for 2 or 3 minutes with the windows open to vent
hot air from the passenger compart-
ment. Then, close the windows. This al-
lows the air conditioner to cool the inte-
rior more quickly.
• The air conditioning system should be
operated for approximately 10 minutes
at least once a month. This helps pre-
vent damage to the system due to lack
of lubrication.
• A visible mist may be seen coming from the ventilators in hot, humid conditions
as the air is cooled rapidly. This does not
indicate a malfunction.
• If the engine coolant temperature
gauge indicates engine coolant tem-
perature over the normal range, turn
the air conditioner off. For additional
information, see “If your vehicle over-
heats” (P. 6-12).
AIR FLOW CHARTS
The following charts show the button and
dial positions for MAXIMUM AND QUICK
heating, cooling or defrosting. For addi-
tional information on heating and cooling,
see “Heater and air conditioner (manual)”
(P. 4-28). The air recirculation (
) but-
ton should always be in the OFF position
for heating and defrosting.
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AUTOMATIC OPERATION
Cooling or heating (auto)
This mode may be normally used all year
round as the system automatically works
to keep a constant temperature. Air flow
distribution and fan speed are also con-
trolled automatically.
1. Press the AUTO button on.
2. Turn the temperature dial to the lef t orright to set the desired temperature.
Driver and passenger temperatures can
be set independently. Press the DUAL
button to activate dual climate control
functions. Turn the passenger's side
temperature control dial to the lef t or
right to set the desired passenger's
temperature.
• Adjust the temperature dial to about 75°F (24°C) for normal operation. • The temperature of the passenger com-
partment will be maintained automati-
cally. Air flow distribution, fan speed and
A/C on/off are also controlled automati-
cally. The A/C button indicator will remain
in the last user setting. Under this condi-
tion, the indicator light on the A/C button
indicator will not turn on if the user had
not selected the A/C button off. Turning
off the air conditioning via the A/C button
is not allowed in this mode. If the A/C
button indicator was on when entering
this mode, and the A/C button is selected
in this mode, the A/C button indicator will
turn off, but the A/C compressor will still
be automatically enabled. For additional
information, see “Air flow control” (P. 4-40).
To turn off the compressor, turn off auto
mode, then turn the A/C on then off until
the A/C button indicator is not lit.
• A visible mist may be seen coming from the vents in hot, humid conditions as the
air is cooled rapidly. This does not indicate
a malfunction.
Heating
When you need to heat only, use this mode.
1. Press the AUTO button. 2. Turn the temperature control dial to the
lef t or the right to set the desired tem-
perature. Driver and passenger tem-
peratures can be set independently.
Press the DUAL button to activate dual
climate control functions. Turn the pas-
senger’s side temperature control dial
to the lef t or right to set the desired
passenger’s temperature.
• The temperature of the passenger com- partment will be maintained automati-
cally. Air flow distribution and fan speed
are also controlled automatically.
• Do not set the temperature lower than the outside air temperature. Otherwise,
the system may not work properly.
• Not recommended if windows fog up.
Dehumidified defrosting or
defogging
1. Press thedefroster control button
to turn the system on. The indicator light
in the button will illuminate.
2. The fan will automatically change to blower speed 5. Blower speed can be
changed by pressing the
fan speed
control button. Increase the fan to 6 or 7
for more aggressive defogging
performance.
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• for maximum cooling when using the airconditioning system.
Press the AUTO button to return to auto-
matic mode.
The air recirculation button will not be acti-
vated when the air conditioner is in
mode.
When the outside temperature exceeds
approximately 70°F (21°C), the air condition-
ing system may default to air recirculation
mode automatically to reduce overall
power consumption. To exit air recircula-
tion mode, select the fresh air intake but-
ton to enter fresh air mode.
In Floor/Defrost mode, the recirculation
button can be selected to block outside
odors. However, for maximum defogging in
this mode, it is recommended to turn recir-
culation off when possible.
Fresh air intake
Press thefresh air intake button to
draw outside air into the passenger
compartment.
Automatic intake air control
In the AUTO mode, the intake air will be
controlled automatically. When the outside
temperature exceeds approximately 70°F
(21°C), the air conditioning system may de-
fault to air recirculation mode automati-
cally to reduce overall power consumption.
To exit air recirculation mode, select the
fresh air intake button to enter fresh air
mode. The air recirculation indicator will
turn off, the fresh air indicator will turn on.
To manually control the intake air, press the
fresh air intake button. To return to the
automatic control mode if thefresh
air indicator is illuminated, press and hold
the
fresh air intake button for about 2
seconds. The fresh air indicator and air re-
circulation indicator lights will flash twice,
and then the intake air will be controlled
automatically. To return to the automatic
control mode if the
air recirculation
icon is illuminated, press and hold the
air recirculation button for about 2 sec-
onds. Theair recirculation indicator
andfresh air intake indicator lights will
flash twice and the intake air will be con-
trolled automatically. When OFF is selected,
the intake door is automatically forced to
recirculate. To get fresh air in OFF mode,
select the
fresh air intake button. The MODE can be changed in OFF mode to
direct the flow of incoming air if intake is set
to
fresh.
A/C (air conditioner) button
Start the engine, turn thefan speed
control buttons to the desired position and
press the
button to turn on the air
conditioner. To turn off the air conditioner,
press the
button again. In auto
mode, the air conditioner will be on even if
the
button indicator is off at tem-
peratures approximately at or above
freezing.
The air conditioner cooling function op-
erates only when the engine is running.
Air flow control
Press the MODE button to manually control
air flow and select the air outlet.
— Air flows from center and side
vents.
— Air flows from center and sidevents and foot outlets.
— Air flows mainly from foot outlets.— Air flows from defroster and footoutlets.
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REMOTE ENGINE START (if so
equipped)
Vehicles started with the Remote Engine
Start require the ignition switch to be
placed in the ON position before the shif t
lever can be moved from the P (Park) posi-
tion. To place the ignition switch in the ON
position, follow these steps:
1. Make sure that the Intelligent Key is onyou.
2. Apply the brake.
3. Push the ignition switch once to the ON position.
For additional information, see “NISSAN In-
telligent Key®” (P. 3-2).
ENGINE PROTECTION MODE
The engine has an engine protection mode
to reduce the chance of damage if the
coolant temperature becomes too high
(for example, when climbing steep grades
in high temperatures with heavy loads,
such as when towing a trailer). When the
engine temperature reaches a certain
level:
• The engine coolant temperature gauge will move toward the H position.
• Engine power may be reduced.
• The air conditioning cooling function may be automatically turned off for a short
time (the blower will continue to operate).
Engine power and, under some conditions,
vehicle speed will decrease. Vehicle speed
can be controlled with the accelerator
pedal, but the vehicle may not accelerate at
the desired speed. The transmission will
downshif t or upshif t as it reaches pre-
scribed shif t points. You can also shif t
manually.
As driving conditions change and engine
coolant temperature is reduced, vehicle
speed can be increased using the accel-
erator pedal, and the air conditioning cool-
ing function will automatically be turned
back on. The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) may
also come on if the engine coolant tem-
perature is not reduced or the air condi-
tioning cooling function does not turn back
on. If
only it remains on, you do not need to
have your vehicle towed, but have it in-
spected soon. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN dealer for this service. For
additional information, see “Malfunction In-
dicator Light (MIL)” (P. 2-20).
WARNING
Overheating can result in reduced en-
gine power and vehicle speed. The re-
duced speed may be lower than other
traffic, which could increase the chance
of a collision. Be especially careful
when driving. If the vehicle cannot
maintain a safe driving speed, pull to
the side of the road in a safe area. Allow
the engine to cool and return to normal
operation. For additional information,
see “If your vehicle overheats” (P. 6-12).
DRIVING THE VEHICLE
5-18Starting and driving
Follow these easy-to-use Fuel Efficient
Driving Tips to help you achieve the most
fuel economy from your vehicle.
1.Use Smooth Accelerator and Brake
Pedal Application
• Avoid rapid starts and stops.
• Use smooth, gentle accelerator and brake application whenever possible.
• Maintain constant speed while com- muting and coast whenever possible.
2. Maintain Constant Speed
• Look ahead to try and anticipate and minimize stops.
• Synchronizing your speed with traffic lights allows you to reduce your num-
ber of stops.
• Maintaining a steady speed can mini- mize red light stops and improve fuel
efficiency.
3. Use Air Conditioning (A/C) at Higher
Vehicle Speeds
• Below 40 mph (64 km/h), it is more efficient to open windows to cool the
vehicle due to reduced engine load.
• Above 40 mph (64 km/h), it is more efficient to use A/C to cool the vehicle
due to increased aerodynamic drag. • Recirculating the cool air in the cabin
when the A/C is on reduces cooling
load.
4. Drive at Economical Speeds and
Distances
• Observing the speed limit and not ex- ceeding 60 mph (97 km/h) (where le-
gally allowed) can improve fuel effi-
ciency due to reduced aerodynamic
drag.
• Maintaining a safe following distance behind other vehicles reduces unnec-
essary braking.
• Safely monitoring traffic to anticipate changes in speed permits reduced
braking and smooth acceleration
changes.
• Select a gear range suitable to road conditions.
5. Use Cruise Control
• Using cruise control during highway driving helps maintain a steady speed.
• Cruise control is particularly effective in providing fuel savings when driving
on flat terrains.
6. Plan for the Shortest Route
• Utilize a map or navigation system to determine the best route to save time. 7.
Avoid Idling
• Shutting off your engine when safe for stops exceeding 30–60 seconds saves
fuel and reduces emissions.
8. Buy an Automated Pass for Toll Roads
• Automated passes permit drivers to use special lanes to maintain cruising
speed through the toll and avoid stop-
ping and starting.
9. Winter Warm Up
• Limit idling time to minimize impact to fuel economy.
• Vehicles typically need no more than 30 seconds of idling at start-up to ef-
fectively circulate the engine oil before
driving.
• Your vehicle will reach its ideal operat- ing temperature more quickly while
driving versus idling.
10. Keeping your Vehicle Cool
• Park your vehicle in a covered parking area or in the shade whenever
possible.
• When entering a hot vehicle, opening the windows will help to reduce the
inside temperature faster, resulting in
reduced demand on your A/C system.
FUEL EFFICIENT DRIVING TIPS
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