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8 Do-it-yourself
Maintenance precautions.......................8-2
Engine compartment check locations ...........8-4
Engine cooling system ..........................8-6
Checking engine coolant level ................8-7
Changing engine coolant ....................8-7
Engine oil .......................................8-8
Checking engine oil level .....................8-8
Changing engine oil and oil filter ..............8-8
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) .............8-13
Power Steering Fluid (PSF) ......................8-14
Brake fluid ...................................... 8-14
Brake fluid ................................... 8-15
Windshield-washer fluid ........................8-15
Windshield-washer fluid reservoir ...........8-15
Battery......................................... 8-16
Jump starting ............................... 8-18
Variable voltage control system ................8-18
Drive belt ....................................... 8-19
Spark plugs .................................... 8-19
Replacing spark plugs ....................... 8-19Air cleaner
..................................... 8-20
In-cabin microfilter .......................... 8-20
Windshield wiper blades ........................8-21
Cleaning .................................... 8-21
Replacing ................................... 8-21
Brakes ......................................... 8-22
Fuses .......................................... 8-23
Engine compartment .......................8-24
Passenger compartment ...................8-25
Battery replacement ........................... 8-26
NISSAN Intelligent Key® ......................8-26
Lights .......................................... 8-28
Headlights .................................. 8-28
Fog lights (if so equipped) ...................8-28
Exterior and interior lights ...................8-29
Wheels and tires ............................... 8-32
Tire pressure ................................ 8-32
Tire labeling ................................. 8-36
T
ypes of tires ................................ 8-39
Tire chains .................................. 8-40
Changing wheels and tires ..................8-41
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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 nor-
mal and does not affect the function or
performance of the brake system.
Proper brake inspection intervals should
be followed.For additional information re-
garding brake inspections, see the appro-
priate maintenance schedule information
in the "Maintenance and schedules" sec-
tion of this manual.
Two types of fuses are used. Type
OAis
used in the fuse boxes in the engine com-
partment. Type
OBis used in the passenger
compartment and engine compartment
fuse boxes. Type
OAfuses are provided as
spare fuses. There are no spare fuses in the
engine compartment. If a type
OAfuse is used to replace a typeOB
fuse, the typeOAfuse will not be level with
the fuse pocket as shown in the illustration.
This will not affect the performance of the
fuse. Make sure the fuse is installed in the
fuse box securely.
Type
OBfuses cannot be installed in the
underhood fuse boxes. Only use type
OA
fuses in the underhood fuse boxes.
NOTE:
Your vehicle may not be equipped with
all fuses listed on the fuse label.
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FUSES
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5. If the fuse is openOA, replace it with a
new fuse
OB.
6. If a new fuse also opens, have the elec- trical system checked and repaired. It is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.
Fusible links
If the electrical equipment does not oper-
ate and fuses are in good condition, check
the fusible links. If any of these fusible links
are melted, replace with only Genuine
NISSAN parts.
PASSENGER COMPARTMENT
WARNING
Never use a fuse of a higher or lower
amperage rating than that specified on
the fuse box cover. This could damage
the electrical system or electronic con-
trol units or cause a fire. If any electrical equipment does not oper-
ate, check for an open fuse.
1. Be sure the ignition switch and the head-
light switch are OFF.
2. Open glove box and pull the fuse box covertoremove.
3. Remove the fuse with the fuse puller.
LDI0456LDI3640
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4. If the fuse is openOA, replace it with an
equivalent good fuse
OB.
5. Reverse step 2 to reinstall fuse box cover.
6. If a new fuse also opens, have the elec- trical system checked and repaired. It is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.
NOTE:
Your vehicle may not be equipped with
all fuses listed on the fuse label.
CAUTION
Be careful not to allow children to swal-
low the battery or removed parts.
NISSAN INTELLIGENT KEY®
LDI0456
LDI2001
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
8-26Do-it-yourself
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Forward Driving AidsSystem Temporarily
Unavailable
......2-38, 5-67, 5-88, 5-101Four-Wheel Drive...............5-109Front air bag system (See supplemental re-
straint system).................1-77Front power seat adjustment........1-4Front seats....................1-2Front-door pocket..............2-67FuelCapacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants
...............10-2Fuel economy...............5-109Fuel gauge..................2-7Fuel octane rating.............10-6Fuel recommendation..........10-4Fuel-filler cap................3-21Fuel-filler lid.................3-21Loose fuel cap warning..........2-33Fuel efficient driving tips..........5-108Fuel gauge....................2-7Fuel-filler door.................3-21Fuses......................8-23Fusible links..................8-25
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver........2-80, 2-81, 2-83, 2-84Gas cap.....................3-21GaugeAutomatic transmission fluid temperature
gauge
.................... .2-8
Engine coolant temperature gauge. . .2-6Engine oil pressure gauge.........2-8Fuel gauge..................2-7Odometer...................2-5Speedometer................2-5Tachometer.................2-6Trip odometer................2-5Voltmeter.................. .2-8General maintenance.............9-2Glove box....................2-71
H
Hazard warning flasher switch........6-2Head restraints.................1-9Headlight and turn signal switch.....2-43Headlight control switch...........2-43Headlights...................8-28Heated mirrors................3-26Heated seat switches............2-51Heated steering wheel switch.......2-52Heater
Heater and air conditioner (automatic) (if
so equipped)
................4-38Heater and air conditioner controls. .4-39Heater operation..........4-31, 4-41Heater and air conditioner (automatic).4-38Hill descent control switch.........2-54Hill descent control system........5-123Hill start assist system...........5-124HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver........2-80, 2-81, 2-83, 2-84
Hood release..................3-20Horn...................... .2-50
I
Idling Stop System..............5-129Ignition switch
Push-button ignition switch.......5-13Immobilizer system..........2-41, 5-16In-cabin microfilter..............8-20Increasing fuel economy..........5-109Indicator lights and audible reminders (See
warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders)
...................2-13Inside automatic anti-glare mirror. . . .3-25Instrument brightness control.......2-49Instrument panel.............0-6, 2-2Instrument panel dimmer switch.....2-49Intelligent Around View® Monitor......4-11Intelligent Cruise Control..........5-52Intelligent Driver Alertness (I-DA).....5-104Intelligent Forward Collision Warning
(I-FCW)..................... .5-92Intelligent Key system
Key operating range............3-9Key operation................3-10Mechanical key................3-3Remote keyless entry operation. . . .3-13Troubleshooting guide..........3-16Warning signals...............3-16Interior light..................2-78
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