immediately. It is recommended that 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.
C
ontinuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
P (Park) position mechanism:On a fairly
steep hill check that the vehicle is held se-
curely with the shif t lever in the P (Park)
position without applying any brakes.
Parking brake:
Check the parking brake op-
eration regularly. The vehicle should be se-
curely held on a fairly steep hill with only the
parking brake applied. If the parking brake
needs adjustment, it is recommended that
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 all
latches lock securely in every position.
Check that the head restraints/headrests
move up and down smoothly and the locks
(if so equipped) hold securely in all latched
positions.
Seat belts: Check that all parts of the seat
belt system (for example, buckles, anchors,
adjusters and retractors) operate properly
and smoothly, and are installed securely. Check the belt webbing for cuts, fraying,
wear or damage.
Steering wheel:
Check for changes in the
steering system, such as excessive free
play, hard steering or strange noises.
Warning lights and chimes: Make sure all
warning lights and chimes are operating
properly.
Windshield defroster: Check that the air
comes out of the defroster outlets properly
and in sufficient quantity when operating
the heater or air conditioner.
Windshield wiper and washer*: Check
that the wipers and washer operate prop-
erly and that the wipers do not streak.Under the hood and vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should
be checked periodically (for example, each
time you check the engine oil or refuel).
Battery* (for maintenance free batter-
ies): This vehicle is equipped with a sealed
maintenance free battery. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
service.
NOTE:
Care should be taken to avoid situations
that can lead to potential battery dis-
charge and potential no-start conditions
such as:
1. Installation or extended use of elec- tronic accessories that consume bat-
tery power when the engine is not
running (Phone chargers, GPS, DVD
players, etc.).
2. Vehicle is not driven regularly and/or only driven short distances.
In these cases, the battery may need to
be charged to maintain battery health.
Brake fluid level*: Make sure that the brake
fluid level is between the MAX and MIN lines
on the reservoir.
Engine coolant level*: Check the coolant
level when the engine is cold.
Engine drive belts*: Make sure the drive
belts are not frayed, worn, cracked or oily.
Engine oil level*: Check the level af ter
parking the vehicle on a level spot and
turning off the engine. Wait more than 15
minutes for the oil to drain back into the oil
pan.
9-4Maintenance and schedules
Console box......................2-66
Console light ......................2-76
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) ............................5-16
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) fluid ......................8-11
Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT) ...............5-16
Transmission shif t selector lock
release........................5-20
Control panel and vehicle information
displayinteraction .................2-33
Controls.........................4-30 Heater and air conditioner controls. . .4-30
Coolant..........................10-2 Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ..................10-2
Changing engine coolant ...........8-5
Checking engine coolant level .......8-5
Engine coolant temperature gauge . . .2-5
Corrosionprotection ................7-9
Cupholders......................2-67
D
Daytime Running Light System ........2-51
Defrosterswitch...................2-45 Rear window and outside mirror
defrosterswitch.................2-45
Dimensions and weights ............10-10
Dimmer switch for instrument panel . . .2-52
Display ..........................2-17 Informationdisplay...............2-17 Door locks
........................3-4
Drivebelt ........................8-16
Drive Mode Selector ................5-22
Drive Sport Mode Selector ...........5-22
Drivingthevehicle..................5-16
Driving .........................5-124 Cold weather driving .............5-124
Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT) ...............5-16
Precautions when starting and
driving.........................5-4
Dynamic driver assistance switch ......2-58
E
Eco Drive Report....................2-7
Economy - fuel ....................5 -111
Emergency call (SOS) button ..........2-59
Emergency engine shutoff ...........5-13
Emission control information label .....10-12
Emission control system warranty . . . .10-20
Engine coolant temperature gauge .....2-5
Engine ..........................5-14
Before starting the engine ..........5-14
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ..................10-2
Changing engine coolant ...........8-5
Changing engine oil filter ...........8-7
Changing engine oil ...............8-7
Checking engine coolant level .......8-5
Checking engine oil level ...........8-6
Engine compartment check
locations .......................8-3 Engine coolant temperature gauge . . .2-5
Engine cooling system
.............8-4
Engine oil and oil filter
recommendation ............10-2,10-7
Engine oil pressure warning light .....2-10
Engine oil viscosity ...............10-7
Engine oil .......................8-6
Engine serial number .............10-12
Engine specifications .............10-9
Starting the engine ...............5-14
EventDatarecorders...............10-22
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) ........5-4
Explanation of maintenance items ......9-2
Explanation of scheduled maintenance
items........................... .9-5
Extended storage switch ............2-63
Eyeglasscase.....................2-66
F
F.M.V.S.S. certification label ...........10-12
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher
switch)...........................6-2
Flattire...........................6-3
Floor mat positioning aid .............7-8
Fluid............................8-12 Brakefluid......................8-12
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ..................10-2
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) fluid ......................8-11
Engine coolant ...................8-4
Engine oil .......................8-6
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