TRUNK LID RELEASE SWITCH
WARNING
• Do not drive with the trunk lid open.
This could allow dangerous exhaust
gases to be drawn into the vehicle.
For additional information, see “Ex-
haust gas (carbon monoxide)”
(P. 5-4). •
Closely supervise children when they
are around cars to prevent them
from playing and becoming locked in
the trunk where they could be seri-
ously injured. Keep the car locked,
with the rear seatback and trunk lid
securely latched when not in use, and
prevent children's access to car keys.
To open the trunk lid, push the opener
switch.
To close the trunk lid, lower and push the
trunk lid down securely.
NOTE:
You can open the trunk lid with the Intel-
ligent Key. For additional information,
see “Releasing the trunk lid” (P. 3-15).INTERIOR TRUNK LID RELEASE
WARNING
Closely supervise children when they
are around cars to prevent them from
playing and becoming locked in the
trunk where they could be seriously in-
jured. Keep the car locked, with the rear
seatback and trunk lid securely latched
when not in use, and prevent children's
access to car keys.
The interior trunk lid release mechanism
provides a means of escape for children
and adults in the event they become
locked inside the trunk.
LPD2868
Instrument panel
LPD2081
TRUNK LID
3-22Pre-driving checks and adjustments
To open the trunk from the inside, pull the
illuminated release handle until the lock re-
leases and push up on the trunk lid. The
release handle is made of a material that
glows in the dark af ter a brief exposure to
ambient light.
The handle is located inside the trunk com-
partment on the interior of the trunk lid.
INTERIOR TRUNK ACCESS
The trunk can be accessed from the driv-
er’s side or the passenger side of the rear
seat.
1. Move the front seat to the most forwardposition.
2. Pull up on the knob on the rear seatback.
3. Fold down the driver’s or passenger’s side seatback.
For additional information, see “Folding
rear seat” (P. 1-7).
WARNING
• Never allow anyone to ride in the
cargo area or on the rear seat when it
is in the fold-down position. Use of
these areas by passengers without
proper restraints could result in seri-
ous injury or death in an accident or
sudden stop.
• Properly secure all cargo with ropes
or straps to help prevent it from slid-
ing or shif ting. Do not place cargo
higher than the seatbacks. In a sud-
den stop or collision, unsecured
cargo could cause personal injury.
• When returning the seatbacks to the
upright position, be certain they are
completely secured in the latched
position. If they are not completely
secured, passengers may be injured
in an accident or sudden stop.
• Closely supervise children when they
are around cars to prevent them
from playing and becoming locked in
the trunk where they could be seri-
ously injured. Keep the car locked,
with the rear seatback and trunk lid
securely latched when not in use, and
prevent children's access to car keys.
OPENER OPERATION
The fuel-filler door release is located below
the instrument panel. To open the fuel-filler
door, pull the release. To lock, close the fuel-
filler door securely.
LPD3090
FUEL-FILLER DOOR
Pre-driving checks and adjustments3-23
Doors and engine hood:Check that the
doors and engine hood operate properly.
Also ensure that all latches lock securely.
Lubricate hinges, latches, latch pins, rollers
and links if necessary. Make sure that the
secondary latch keeps the hood from
opening when the primary latch is
released.
When driving in areas using road salt or
other corrosive materials, check lubrica-
tion frequently.
Check that the gas stays or struts properly
and securely hold the hood, trunk, or rear
hatch fully open. If the hood, trunk, or rear
hatch is not held open, have the gas stays
or struts replaced.
Lights*: Clean the headlights on a regular
basis. Make sure that the headlights, stop
lights, tail lights, turn signal lights, and other
lights are all operating properly and in-
stalled securely. Also check headlight aim.
Road wheel nuts (lug nuts)*: When check-
ing the tires, make sure no wheel nuts are
missing, and check for any loose wheel
nuts. Tighten if necessary.
Tire rotation*: Rotate tires at the specified
interval shown in the maintenance
schedule. Tires*:
Check the pressure with a gauge
of ten and always prior to long distance
trips. If necessary, adjust the pressure in all
tires, including the spare, to the pressure
specified. Check carefully for damage, cuts
or excessive wear.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
tire pressure sensor: It is recommended
that you replace the tire pressure sensor
assembly when the tires are replaced due
to wear or age.
Wheel alignment and balance: If the ve-
hicle should pull to either side while driving
on a straight and level road, or if you detect
uneven or abnormal tire wear, there may
be a need for wheel alignment. If the steer-
ing wheel or seat vibrates at normal high-
way speeds, wheel balancing may be
needed.
For additional information regarding tires,
refer to “Important Tire Safety Information”
(US) or “Tire Safety Information” (Canada) in
the Warranty Information Booklet.
Windshield: Clean the windshield on a
regular basis. Check the windshield at least
every six months for cracks or other dam-
age. Have a damaged windshield repaired
by a qualified repair facility. It is recom-
mended that you have a damaged wind- shield repaired by a NISSAN dealer, or a
NISSAN Certified Collision Center. To locate
a collision center in your area, refer to
http://collision.nissanusa.com.
Windshield wiper blades*:
Check for
cracks or wear if they do not wipe properly.
Inside the vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should
be checked on a regular basis, such as
when performing scheduled maintenance,
cleaning the vehicle, etc.
Accelerator pedal: Check the pedal for
smooth operation and make sure the
pedal does not catch or require uneven
effort. Keep the floor mat away from the
pedal.
Brake pedal: Check the pedal for smooth
operation. If the brake pedal suddenly goes
down further than normal, the pedal feels
spongy or the vehicle seems to take longer
to stop, have your vehicle checked imme-
diately. 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.
Maintenance and schedules9-3
Intelligent Forward Collision Warning
(I-FCW).....................5-106Intelligent Key systemKey operating range............3-9Key operation................3-10Mechanical key................3-3Remote keyless entry operation. . . .3-13Troubleshooting guide.......3-16,3-17Warning signals...........3-16,3-17Intelligent Trace Control..........5-133Interior light...............2-74,2-75Interior trunk lid release...........3-22iPod® Player................. .4-56ISOFIX child restraints.............1-25
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Jump starting..............6-9, 8-14
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Key.........................3-2Key fob battery replacement........8-23Keyless entry
With Intelligent Key system
(See Intelligent Key system)
.......3-13KeysNISSAN Intelligent Key®........3-2,3-7NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System
keys..................... .3-3
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Labels
Air conditioner specification label. . .10-14C.M.V.S.S. certification label.......10-13Emission control information label. .10-13Engine serial number..........10-13F.M.V.S.S. certification label........10-13Tire and Loading Information label. .10-14Vehicle identification number (VIN)
plate.................... .10-12Warning labels (for SRS)..........1-65Lane Departure Warning (LDW).......5-29LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren) System...............1-25Launch bar menu................4-7License plate
Installing the license plate........10-15LightAir bag warning light........1-65, 2-12Brake light (See stop light)........8-27Bulb check/instrument panel......2-10Bulb replacement.............8-27Charge warning light............2-11Exterior and Interior lights........8-27Fog light switch..............2-59Fog lights..................8-26Headlight and turn signal switch. . . .2-52Headlight control switch.........2-52Headlights..................8-25Interior light..............2-74,2-75Light bulbs.................8-25Low tire pressure warning light.....2-13
Low windshield-washer fluid
warning light.............2-28, 2-43Spotlights (See map light)........2-75Trunk light..................2-76Lights......................8-25Map lights..................2-75Lock
Child safety rear door lock.........3-7Door locks................. .3-4Fuel-filler door lock opener lever. . . .3-23Power door locks...........3-5, 3-6Trunk lid lock opener lever........3-22Loose fuel cap warning........2-28,2-42Low fuel warning light.........2-28, 2-43Low tire pressure warning light.......2-13Low windshield-washer fluid
warning light..............2-28, 2-43Luggage (See vehicle loading
information)................. .10-16
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Maintenance
General maintenance...........9-2Inside the vehicle..............9-3Maintenance precautions.........8-2Outside the vehicle.............9-2Seat belt maintenance..........1-20Under the hood and vehicle.......9-4Maintenance requirements..........9-2Maintenance schedules............9-7Malfunction indicator light..........2-11Manual front seat adjustment........1-3
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