EMISSION CONTROL
INFORMATION LABEL
The emission control information label is
attached to the underside of the hood as
shown.
TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION
LABEL
The cold tire pressure is shown on the Tire
and Loading Information label. The label is
located as shown.
AIR CONDITIONER SPECIFICATION
LABEL
The air conditioner specification label is af-
fixed to the underside of the hood as
shown.
LTI2548LTI2251LTI2549
Technical and consumer information10-13
1. Locate the statement “The com-bined weight of occupants and
cargo should never exceed XXX kg
or XXX lbs.” on your vehicle’s
placard.
2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that
will be riding in your vehicle.
3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from
XXX kg. or XXX lbs.
4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and
luggage load capacity. For ex-
ample, if the “XXX ” amount equals
1400 lbs. and there will be five 150
lb. passengers in your vehicle, the
amount of available cargo and
luggage load capacity is 650 lbs.
(1400-750 (5 X 150) = 650 lbs.) 5. Determine the combined weight
of luggage and cargo being
loaded on the vehicle. That weight
may not safely exceed the avail-
able cargo and luggage load ca-
pacity calculated in step 4.
6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be
transferred to your vehicle. Con-
sult this manual to determine
how this reduces the available
cargo and luggage load capacity
of your vehicle.
Before driving a loaded vehicle, con-
firm that you do not exceed the
GVWR or the GAWR for your vehicle.
For additional information, see “Mea-
surement of weights” (P. 10-20).
Also check tires for proper inflation
pressures. For additional informa-
tion, see “Tire and Loading Informa-
tion label” (P. 8-30).
SECURING THE LOAD
There are luggage/cargo hooks located in
the cargo area as shown. The hooks can be
used to secure cargo with ropes or other
types of straps.
When securing items using luggage
hooks located on the upper side finisher
do not apply a load over more than 6.5
lbs. (29 N) to a single hook.
The cargo hooks that are located closer
to the floor should have loads less than
110 lbs. (490 N) to a single hook.
LIC4726
Cargo area luggage hooks
10-18Technical and consumer information
Your vehicle may be equipped with Class IV
trailer hitch equipment that has a 10,000 lbs.
(4,535 kg) maximum weight rating, but your
vehicle is only capable of towing the maxi-
mum trailer weights shown in the “Towing
Load/Specification” chart in this section.
CAUTION
• Special hitches which include frame
reinforcements are required for tow-
ing above 2,000 lbs. (907 kg). Suitable
Genuine NISSAN hitches, ball mounts
and hitch balls for pickup trucks and
sport utility vehicles are available at
a NISSAN dealer.
• The hitch should not be attached to
or affect the operation of the impact-
absorbing bumper.
WARNING
• Do not use axle-mounted hitches.
• Do not modif y the vehicle exhaust
system, brake system, etc. to install a
trailer hitch.
• To reduce the possibility of addi-
tional damage if your vehicle is
struck from the rear, where practical,
remove the receiver when not in use. •
Regularly check that all trailer hitch
mounting bolts are securely
mounted.
Tire pressures
• When towing a trailer, inflate the
vehicle tires to the recommended
cold tire pressure indicated on the
Tire and Loading Information label.
• Trailer tire condition, size, load rat- ing and proper inflation pressure
should be in accordance with the
trailer and tire manufacturer's
specifications.
Safety chains
Always use suitable safety chains between
your vehicle and the trailer. The safety
chains should be crossed and should be
attached to the hitch, not to the vehicle
bumper or axle. The safety chains can be
attached to the bumper if the hitch ball is
mounted to the bumper. Be sure to leave
enough slack in the chains to permit turn-
ing corners.
Trailer lights
CAUTION
When splicing into the vehicle electrical
system, a commercially available power-
type module/converter must be used to
provide power for all trailer lighting. This
unit uses the vehicle battery as a direct
power source for all trailer lights while
using the vehicle tail light, stop light and
turn signal circuits as a signal source.
The module/converter must draw no
more than 15 milliamps from the stop
and tail lamp circuits. Using a module/
converter that exceeds these power re-
quirements may damage the vehicle's
electrical system. See a reputable trailer
retailer to obtain the proper equipment
and to have it installed.
Trailer lights should comply with federal
and/or local regulations. For assistance in
hooking up trailer lights, it is recommended
that you contact a NISSAN dealer or repu-
table trailer retailer. Vehicles equipped with
the optional trailer tow package are
equipped with a 7-pin trailer harness con-
nector. If your trailer is equipped with a flat
4-pin connector, an adapter will be needed
to connect the trailer lights to the vehicle.
Adapters are available at auto parts stores
and hitch retailers.
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• Always secure items in the trailer to pre-vent load shif t while driving.
• Keep the cargo load as low as possible in the trailer to keep the trailer center of
gravity low.
• Load the trailer so approximately 60% of the trailer load is in the front half and 40%
is in the back half. Also make sure the load
is balanced side to side.
• Check your hitch, trailer tire pressure, ve- hicle tire pressure, trailer light operation,
and trailer wheel lug nuts every time you
attach a trailer to the vehicle.
• Be certain your rearview mirrors conform to all federal, state or local regulations. If
not, install any mirrors required for towing
before driving the vehicle.
• Determine the overall height of the ve- hicle and trailer so the required clearance
is known.
Trailer towing tips
In order to gain skill and an understanding
of the vehicle's behavior, you should prac-
tice turning, stopping and backing up in an
area which is free from traffic. Steering sta-
bility and braking performance will be
somewhat different than under normal
driving conditions. • Always secure items in the trailer to pre-
vent load shif t while driving.
• Lock the trailer hitch coupler with a pin or lock to prevent the coupler from inadver-
tently becoming unlatched.
• Avoid abrupt starts, acceleration or stops.
• Avoid sharp turns or lane changes.
• Always drive your vehicle at a moderate speed.
• When backing up, hold the bottom of the steering 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:CAUTION
If you push the park button to engage
the P (Park) position before blocking
the wheels and applying the parking
brake, transmission damage could
occur. 1. Apply and hold the brake pedal.
2. Have someone place blocks on the
downhill side of the vehicle and trailer
wheels.
3. Af ter the wheel blocks are in place, slowly release the brake pedal until the
blocks absorb the vehicle load.
4. Apply the parking brake.
5. Push the park button to engage the P (Park) position.
6. Turn off the engine.
To drive away:
1. Start the vehicle.
2. Apply and hold the brake pedal.
3. Shif t the transmission into gear.
4. Release the parking brake.
5. Drive slowly until the vehicle and trailer are clear from the blocks.
6. Apply and hold the brake pedal.
7. Have someone retrieve and store the blocks.
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11 Index
A
Active Brake Limited Slip (ABLS)
system....................5-180Active Ride Control.............5-181Air bag (See supplemental restraint
system).....................1-59Air bag system
Front (See supplemental front impact air
bag system)
................1-67Air bag warning labels............1-80Air bag warning light.........1-80, 2-16Air bag warning light,
supplemental.............1-80, 2-16Air cleaner...................8-17Air cleaner housing filter..........8-17Air conditionerAir conditioner operation........4-33Air conditioner specification label. .10-13Air conditioner system refrigerant and oil
recommendations............10-8Air conditioner system refrigerant
recommendations............10-8Heater and air conditioner controls. .4-33Servicing air conditioner........4-39Alarm system (See vehicle security
system).....................2-76Anchor point locations...........1-40Antenna................... .4-39Anti-lock Braking System (ABS).....5-175Antifreeze...................5-196
Approach unlock function.........3-17Armrests....................1-10Autolight switch...............2-83Automatic
Automatic power window switch. .2-119Driving with automatic transmission.5-18Automatic anti-glare inside mirror. . . .3-37Automatic brake hold............5-28Automatic door locks.............3-6Automatic Emergency Braking
(AEB)....................2-17,2-71Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) with
Pedestrian Detection............5-137
B
Battery.................5- 196, 8-13Charge warning light...........2-15Battery replacement............8-24Key fob...................8-24NISSAN Intelligent Key®.........8-24Before starting the engine.........5-16Belt (See drive belt)..............8-15Blind Spot Warning (BSW).........5-52Booster seats.................1-56Brake
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). . . .5-175Brake fluid..................8-11Brake light (See stop light).......8-26Brake system...............5-175
Brake warning light............2-14Brake wear indicators......2-23,8-20Parking brake operation.........5-26Self-adjusting brakes..........8-20Brake Assist.................5-177Brake fluid...................8-11Brake system................5-175Brakes.....................8-20Break-in schedule.............5-169Brightness controlInstrument panel.............2-88Bulb check/instrument panel.......2-14Bulb replacement..............8-26
C
C.M.V.S.S. certification label........10-12Camera Aiding Sonar (parking sensor).4-23Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants................10-2Car phone or CB radio...........4-40Cargo (See vehicle loading
information)................ .10-15Cargo area storage bin..........2-114Cargo light..................2-124Chassis control...............5-181Check tire pressure..........2-43, 2-70Child restraint with top tether strap. . .1-40Child restraints.......1-30, 1-31, 1-33, 1-35
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren) System..............1-35Precautions on child
restraints............1-43, 1-50, 1-56Top tether strap anchor point
locations...................1-40Child safety rear door lock..........3-7Cleaning exterior and interior......7-2,7-4Climate-controlled seat switches.....2-90Cold weather driving............5-196Console box..................2-110Controls
Heater and air conditioner controls. .4-33CoolantCapacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants
...............10-2Changing engine coolant.........8-5Checking engine coolant level......8-5Engine coolant temperature gauge. . .2-9Corrosion protection..............7-7Cruise control................ .5-87Cup holders..................2-112
D
Daytime Running Light System......2-87Defroster switch
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch
................... .2-81Dimensions and weights..........10-10Dimmer switch for instrument panel. . .2-88Door locks....................3-5Drive belt....................8-15
Driving
Cold weather driving...........5-196Driving with automatic transmission.5-18Precautions when starting and
driving.................... .5-4Driving the vehicle...............5-18Dual panel moonroof............2-120
E
Eco Drive Report...............5-34Economy - fuel................5-171Emergency call (SOS) button........2-98Emergency engine shutoff.......5-15,6-2Emission control information label. . . .10-13Emission control system warranty. . . .10-34Engine
Before starting the engine........5-16Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...............10-2Changing engine coolant.........8-5Changing engine oil............8-6Changing engine oil filter.........8-6Checking engine coolant level......8-5Checking engine oil level.........8-6Engine coolant temperature gauge. . .2-9Engine cooling system...........8-4Engine oil.................. .8-6Engine oil and oil filter
recommendation.............10-7Engine oil pressure warning light. . . .2-15Engine oil viscosity.............10-7Engine serial number..........10-12
Engine specifications...........10-9Starting the engine............5-16Engine Block Heater.............5-197Engine coolant temperature gauge. . . .2-9Event Data recorders........10-36, 10-37Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide)......5-4Explanation of maintenance items.....9-2Explanation of scheduled maintenance
items...................... .9-5Extended storage switch..........2-106Eyeglass case.................2-111
F
F.M.V.S.S. certification label.........10-12Flashers (See hazard warning flasher
switch)......................6-2Flat tire...................6-3, 6-4Floor mat positioning aid...........7-6Fluid
Brake fluid..................8-11Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...............10-2Engine coolant................8-4Engine oil.................. .8-6Windshield-washer fluid..........8-11Fog light switch................2-89Front air bag system (See supplemental re-
straint system).................1-67Front and rear sonar system.......5-183Front power seat adjustment........1-4Front seats....................1-2Front-door pocket..............2-107
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Key fob battery replacement........8-24Keyless entryWith Intelligent Key system (See Intelligent
Key system)
.................3-13KeysNISSAN Intelligent Key®........3-2,3-7NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System
keys..................... .3-4
L
Labels
Air conditioner specification label. . .10-13C.M.V.S.S. certification label.......10-12Emission control information label. .10-13Engine serial number..........10-12F.M.V.S.S. certification label........10-12Tire and Loading Information label. .10-13Vehicle identification number (VIN). .10-11Vehicle identification number (VIN)
plate.................... .10-11Warning labels (for SRS)..........1-80Lane Departure Warning (LDW).......5-38LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren) System...............1-35LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL). . . .2-87License plate
Installing the license plate........10-14Lif tgate.....................3-23Lif tgate release................3-29LightAir bag warning light........1-80, 2-16Brake light (See stop light)........8-26
Bulb check/instrument panel......2-14Bulb replacement.............8-26Charge warning light...........2-15Exterior and Interior lights........8-26Fog light switch..............2-89Fog lights..................8-26Headlight and turn signal switch. . . .2-82Headlight control switch.........2-82Headlights..................8-26Interior light................2-123Light bulbs.................8-26Low tire pressure warning light.....2-18Low windshield-washer fluid warning
light................. .2-41, 2-68Personal lights..............2-124Spotlights (See map light)........2-123Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders..................2-12Lights......................8-26Map lights.................2-123Lock
Child safety rear door lock.........3-7Door locks................. .3-5Glove box lock...............2-110Lif tgate release...............3-29Power door locks..............3-6Low fuel warning light.........2-41, 2-67Low tire pressure warning light.......2-18Low windshield-washer fluid warning
light................... .2-41, 2-68Luggage (See vehicle loading
information)..................10-15Luggage hook.................2-115Luggage rack (see roof rack). . . .2-116, 2-117
M
Maintenance
General maintenance...........9-2Inside the vehicle..............9-3Maintenance precautions.........8-2Outside the vehicle.............9-2Seat belt maintenance..........1-30Under the hood and vehicle.......9-4Maintenance requirements..........9-2Maintenance schedules............9-7Malfunction indicator light.........2-20Manual front seat adjustment........1-3Map lights...................2-123Memory seat..............3-40, 3-41Meters and gauges..............2-6Instrument brightness control.....2-88MirrorAutomatic anti-glare inside mirror. . .3-37Heated mirrors...............3-39Outside mirrors..............3-38Rearview.................. .3-37Vanity mirror................3-36Mirrors..................... .3-37Moonroof.................2-121, 7-5Moving Object Detection (MOD)......4-26
N
NISSAN Intelligent Key®..........3-2,3-7NISSAN Intelligent Key® battery discharge
indicator.....................5-15
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Front power seat adjustment.......1-4Rear seat adjustment............1-6Seat beltChild safety................ .1-30Infants and small children........1-31Injured person................1-23Larger children...............1-31Precautions on seat belt usage.....1-20Pregnant women..............1-23Rear center seat belt...........1-26Seat belt extenders............1-29Seat belt maintenance..........1-30Seat belts................1-20,7-6Three-point type with retractor.....1-24Seat belt extenders..............1-29Seat belt warning light.........1-23,2-16Seatback pockets..............2-108Seats
Adjustment..................1-2Armrests...................1-10Front seats..................1-2Heated seats................2-90Manual front seat adjustment......1-3Security system (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer
System), engine start..........2-77,5-16Security systemsVehicle security system..........2-76Self-adjusting brakes.............8-20Service manual order form........10-38Servicing air conditioner...........4-39Spark plug replacement...........8-16Spark plugs...................8-16Specifications................ .10-9Speedometer...............2-6, 2-7
Spotlights (See map light).........2-123SRS warning label...............1-80Standard maintenance............9-9Starting
Before starting the engine........5-16Jump starting.............6-11,8-14Precautions when starting and driving.5-4Push starting................6-13Starting the engine............5-16Starting the engine..............5-16SteeringPower steering system.........5-174Steering Assist switch (for vehicles
with ProPILOT Assist).............2-95Steering wheel................ .3-34Stop light....................8-26Storage.....................2-107Storage tray..................2-109Sun visors................... .3-36Sunglasses case...............2-111Sunglasses holder..............2-111Sunroof..................2-121, 7-5Supplemental air bag warning labels. . .1-80Supplemental air bag warning
light................... .1-80, 2-16Supplemental front impact air bag
system..................... .1-67Supplemental restraint system
Information and warning labels. . . .1-80Precautions on supplemental restraint
system................... .1-59Supplemental restraint system (Supplemen-
tal air bag system)..............1-59Switch Autolight switch
..............2-83Automatic power window switch. . .2-119Fog light switch..............2-89Hazard warning flasher switch......6-2Headlight and turn signal switch. . . .2-82Headlight control switch.........2-82Hill descent control switch........2-94Instrument brightness control.....2-88Power door lock switch..........3-6Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch...................
.2-81Rear window wiper and washer
switches...................2-80Turn signal switch.............2-88
T
Tachometer...................2-8Temperature gauge
Engine coolant temperature gauge. . .2-9Thef t (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System),
engine start...............2-77,5-16Three-way catalyst...............5-4TireFlat tire................. .6-3, 6-4Spare tire...............6-5, 8-42Tire and Loading Information label. .10-13Tire chains.................8-38Tire pressure................8-28Tire rotation.................8-39Tires of 4-wheel drive...........8-41Types of tires................8-37Uniform tire quality grading......10-33
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