2003 Nissan 350z Owners Manual

I Always block the wheels on both vehicle and trailer when parking. Parking on a slope is not recommended; however, if you must do so, and if your vehicle is equipped with automatic first apply the parking brake transmission, 9-18 Technical and consumer information

and block the wheels, and then move the transmission selector lever into the P (Park) position. If you move the selector lever to the P (Park) position before blocking the wheels and applying the parking brake, the transmis- sion may get damaged.

I When going down a hill, shift into a lower gear and use the engine braking effect. When ascending on a long grade, downshift the transmission to a lower gear and reduce speed to reduce chances of engine overload- ing and/or overheating.

I If the engine coolant rises to an extremely high temperature when the air conditioning system is on, turn off the air conditioner. Coolant heat can be additionally vented by opening the windows, switching the fan con- trol to high and setting the temperature con- trol to the HOT position.

I Trailer towing consumes more fuel than nor-

mal circumstances.

I Avoid towing a trailer for the first 500 miles

(800 km).

I Have your vehicle serviced more often than at intervals specified in the recommended main- tenance schedule.

I When making a turn, your trailer wheels will be closer to the inside of the turn than your

vehicle wheels. To compensate for this, make a larger than normal turning radius during the turn.

I Crosswinds and rough roads will adversely affect vehicle/trailer handling, possibly caus- ing vehicle sway. When being passed by larger vehicles, be prepared for possible changes in crosswinds that could affect ve- hicle handling. If swaying does occur, firmly grip the steering wheel, steer straight ahead, and immediately (but gradually) reduce ve- hicle speed. This combination will help stabi- lize the vehicle. Never increase speed.

I Be careful when passing other vehicles. Passing while towing a trailer requires con- siderably more distance than normal passing. Remember the length of the trailer must also pass the other vehicle before you can safely change lanes.

I To maintain engine braking efficiency and electrical charging performance, do not use 6th gear (manual transmission) or 5th posi- tion (automatic transmission).

I Avoid holding the brake pedal down too long or too frequently. This could cause the brakes to overheat, resulting in reduced braking ef- ficiency.

When towing a trailer, change transmis-

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sion oil more frequently. See the Service and Maintenance Guide.

UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING DOT (Department Of Transportation) Quality Grades: All passenger car tires must conform to federal safety requirements in addition to these grades.

Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example:

on

specified

government

Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A Treadwear Treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on tire wear rate when tested under controlled conditions test courses. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1-1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. How- ever, relative tire performance depends on actual driving conditions, and may vary significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road char- acteristics and climate. Traction AA, A, B and C The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as mea- sured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and con-

crete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance.

WARNING

The traction grade assigned to your ve- hicle tires is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not in- clude acceleration, cornering, hydro- planing, or peak traction characteristics.

Temperature A, B and C Temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C. They represent a tire’s resistance to heat build-up, and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a speci- fied indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause tire material to degener- ate, reducing tire life. Excessive temperatures can lead to sudden tire failure. Grade C corre- sponds to a performance level which all passen- ger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades A and B represent higher levels of performance on laboratory test wheels than the minimum re- quired by law.

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WARNING

The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combi- nation, can cause heat buildup and pos- sible tire failure.

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY Your NISSAN vehicle is covered by the following emission warranties. For US: I Emission Defects Warranty I Emissions Performance Warranty

(See Warranty Information Booklet for de- tails.)

For Canada: I Emission Control System Warranty Details of these warranties may be found with other vehicle warranties in your Warranty Infor- mation Booklet that comes with your NISSAN vehicle. If you did not receive a Warranty Infor- mation Booklet, or it has become lost, you may obtain a replacement by writing to: I Nissan North America, Inc.

Consumer Affairs Department P.O. Box 191
Gardena, CA 90248-0191

I Nissan Canada Inc. 5290 Orbitor Drive Mississauga, Ontario, L4W 4Z5

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (US only) If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Adminis- tration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying NISSAN. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or NISSAN. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at (888) 327-4236. You may also write to: NHTSA, U.S. Depart- ment of Transportation, Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline. You may notify NISSAN by contacting our Con- sumer Affairs Department, (800) 662-6200. In Hawaii call (808) 836-0888.

toll-free, at

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READINESS FOR INSPECTION/ MAINTENANCE (I/M) TEST (US only) Due to legal requirements in some states/ areas, your vehicle may be required to be in what is an Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) test of the emis- sion control system.

called the

condition”

“ready

for

The vehicle is set to the “ready condition” when it is driven through certain driving patterns. Usually, the “ready condition” can be obtained by ordinary usage of the vehicle.

If a powertrain system component is repaired or the battery is disconnected, the vehicle may be reset to a not “ready condition”. Before taking the I/M test, drive the vehicle through the follow- the vehicle to the ready ing pattern to set condition. to perform the driving pattern, a NISSAN dealer can conduct it for you.

If you cannot or do not want

WARNING

Always drive the vehicle in a safe and prudent manner according to traffic conditions, and obey all traffic laws.

1. Start the engine. Allow the engine to idle until the engine coolant temperature gauge needle points between the C and H (normal operat- ing temperature).

2. Accelerate the vehicle to 55 MPH (88 km/h), then quickly release the accelerator pedal completely and keep it released for at least 6
seconds.

3. Quickly depress the accelerator pedal for a moment, then drive the vehicle at a speed of 53 to 60 MPH (86 to 96 km/h) for at least 5
minutes.

4. Stop the vehicle. Leave the engine running. 5. Accelerate the vehicle to 35 MPH (55 km/h)

and maintain the speed for 20 seconds. 6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 at least 3 times. 7. Accelerate the vehicle to 55 MPH (88 km/h) and maintain the speed for at least 3 minutes. 8. Stop the vehicle. Place the automatic trans- mission gear selector lever in the P (Park) or N (Neutral) position or the manual transmis- sion shift lever in the N position.

9. Turn the engine off. 10.Repeat steps 1 through 8 at least one more

time.

If step 1 through 7 is interrupted, repeat the preceding step. Any safe driving mode is ac- ceptable between steps. Do not stop the engine until step 7 is completed.

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OWNER’S MANUAL/SERVICE MANUAL ORDER INFORMATION

For current pricing and availability of genuine NISSAN Owner’s Manuals for the 2003
model year and prior, see a NISSAN dealer, or contact:

DDS Distribution Services, Ltd. 20770 Westwood Dr. Strongsville OH 44136
1-800-247-5321

A genuine NISSAN Service Manual is the best source of service and repair information for your vehicle. Filled with wiring diagrams, illustrations and step-by-step diagnostic and adjustment procedures, this manual is the same one used by the factory trained technicians working at autho- rized NISSAN dealerships. Also available are genuine NISSAN Owner’s Manuals, and genu- ine NISSAN Service and Owner’s Manuals for older NISSAN models.

In the USA: For current pricing and availability of genuine NISSAN Service Manuals for the 2000 model year and later, contact:

Tweddle Litho Company 1-800-639-8841
www.nissan-techinfo.com

For current pricing and availability of genuine NISSAN Service Manuals for the 1999 model year and prior, see a NISSAN dealer, or contact:

DDS Distribution Services, Ltd. 20770 Westwood Dr. Strongsville OH 44136
1-800-247-5321

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and

In Canada: To purchase a copy of a genuine NISSAN Service Manual or Owner’s Manual please con- tact your nearest NISSAN dealer. For the phone number and location of a NISSAN Dealer in your area call the NISSAN Satisfaction Center at 1-800-387-0122
bilingual NISSAN representative will assist you. Also available are Genuine NISSAN Service and Owner’s Manuals for older NISSAN models. IN THE EVENT OF A COLLISION Unfortunately, accidents do occur. In this unlikely event, there is some important information you should know. Many insurance companies rou- tinely authorize the use of non-genuine collision parts in order to cut costs, among other reasons.

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restrict

insurance companies from laws that authorizing the use of non-genuine collision parts during the new vehicle warranty. These laws help protect you, so you can take action to protect yourself. It’s your right! If you should need further information visit us at: www.nissanusa.com.

Insist on the use of Genuine Nissan Collision Parts! If you want your vehicle to be restored using parts made to Nissan’s original exacting speci- fications — if you want to help it to last and hold its resale value, the solution is simple. Tell your insurance agent and your repair shop to only use Genuine Nissan Collision Parts. Nissan does not warrant non-Nissan parts, nor does Nissan’s warranty apply to damage caused by a non-genuine part. Using Genuine Nissan Parts can help protect your personal safety, preserve your warranty protection and maintain the resale value of your vehicle. And if your vehicle was leased, using Genuine Nissan Parts may prevent or limit un- necessary excess wear and tear expenses at the end of your lease. Nissan designs its hoods with crumple zones to minimize the risk that the hood will penetrate the windshield of your vehicle in an accident. Non- genuine (imitation) parts may not provide such built in safeguards. Also, non-genuine parts of- ten show premature wear, rust and corrosion. Why should you take a chance? In over 40 states, the law says you must be advised if non-genuine parts are used to repair your vehicle. And some states have enacted

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10 Index

ABS (Anti-lock brake system)................................ 5-20
Air bag ON/OFF switch .......................................... 1-21
Air bag system

Front (See supplemental front air bag system) .................................................................. 1-11
Side and curtain (See supplemental side air bag and curtain side-impact air bag system)...... 1-13
Air bag warning labels ............................................. 1-16
Air bag warning light .................................... 1-16, 2-14
Air cleaner housing filter.......................................... 8-18
Air conditioner

Air conditioner operation..................................... 4-3
Air conditioner service ................................ 4-3, 4-6
Air conditioner specification label .................. 9-12
Air conditioning system refrigerant and lubricant recommendations......................................... 4-6, 9-6
Heater and air conditioner (automatic)............ 4-3
Alcohol, drugs and driving......................................... 5-5
Anchor point location, Top tether strap ............. 1-27
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .............................. 5-20
Anti-lock brake warning light.................................. 2-11
Appearance care

Exterior appearance care .................................... 7-2
Interior appearance care ..................................... 7-4
Ashtrays (See cigarette lighter and ashtray)...... 2-28
Audible reminders ..................................................... 2-16
Audio operation precautions..................................... 4-7

Audio system ................................................................ 4-6
Autochanger

Compact Disc (CD)........................................... 4-17

Break-in schedule ..................................................... 5-17
Bulb check/instrument panel.................................. 2-11
Bulb replacement ...................................................... 8-25

Automatic

Anti-glare inside mirror...................................... 3-13
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ................ 8-12
Driving with automatic transmission........ 5-5, 5-9
Transmission selector lever lock release...... 5-12
Avoiding collision and rollover.................................. 5-4

Battery.......................................................................... 8-15
Battery saver system ......................................... 2-22

Battery replacement, (See remote keyless entry system) ........................................................................... 3-7
Before starting the engine......................................... 5-8
Belts (See drive belts) ............................................. 8-17
Brake

Anti-lock brake system (ABS)......................... 5-20
Brake and clutch fluid ....................................... 8-13
Brake booster ...................................................... 8-22
Brake fluid............................................................. 8-13
Brake pedal.......................................................... 8-21
Brake pedal check ............................................. 8-21
Brake system ....................................................... 5-20
Parking brake check............................... 5-14, 8-21
Parking brake operation.................................... 5-14
Warning light ....................................................... 2-12

Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants...... 9-2
Car phone or CB radio............................................ 4-19
Cassette player (See audio system) .................... 4-16
Catalytic converter, Three way catalyst ................. 5-3
CD care and cleaning.............................................. 4-19
Child restraints........................................................... 1-25
Top tether strap anchor point location ......... 1-27
Installation on front passenger seat............... 1-28
Precautions on child restraints........................ 1-25
With top tether strap ......................................... 1-27
Child safety................................................................. 1-20
Chimes, Audible reminders..................................... 2-16
Cigarette lighter and ashtray.................................. 2-28
Circuit breaker, Fusible link .................................... 8-23
Cleaning exterior and interior .......................... 7-2, 7-4
Clock ............................................................................ 2-27
Clutch fluid.................................................................. 8-14
Cold weather driving ................................................ 5-24
Compact Disc (CD) changer operation .............. 4-17
Compact Disc (CD) player (See audio system)......................................................................... 4-11
Compact spare tire................................................... 8-33
Console box................................................................ 2-31

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Controls, Heater and air conditioner controls (automatic)..................................................................... 4-3
Coolant

Capacities and recommended fuel/ lubricants ................................................................. 9-2
Changing engine coolant.................................... 8-9
Checking engine coolant level........................... 8-8
Corrosion protection................................................... 7-5
Cruise control............................................................. 5-15
Cup holders................................................................ 2-30
Curtain side-impact air bag system (See supplemental side air bag and curtain side-impact air bag system) .......................................................... 1-13

Daytime running light system ................................. 2-23
Defroster switch, Rear window and outside mirror defroster switch ......................................................... 2-21
Dimensions and weights............................................ 9-9
Door open warning light.......................................... 2-12
Drive belts ................................................................... 8-17
Driving

Cold weather driving ......................................... 5-24
Driving with automatic transmission........ 5-5, 5-9
Driving with manual transmission .......... 5-6, 5-12
Precautions when starting and driving ............ 5-2

Economy, Fuel............................................................ 5-17
Emission control information label ........................ 9-11
Emission control system warranty......................... 9-20

10-2

Engine

Before starting the engine .................................. 5-8
Capacities and recommended fuel/ lubricants ................................................................. 9-2
Changing engine coolant.................................... 8-9
Changing engine oil and filter ......................... 8-10
Checking engine coolant level........................... 8-8
Checking engine oil level ................................. 8-10
Coolant temperature gauge ............................... 2-5
Engine block heater ........................................... 5-25
Engine compartment check locations.............. 8-7
Engine cooling system......................................... 8-8
Engine oil .............................................................. 8-10
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation......... 9-5
Engine oil viscosity ............................................... 9-5
Engine serial number ......................................... 9-11
Engine specifications ........................................... 9-8
If your vehicle overheats...................................... 6-9
Starting the engine ............................................... 5-8
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide).............................. 5-2

Capacities and recommended fuel/ lubricants ................................................................. 9-2
Engine coolant ....................................................... 8-8
Engine oil .............................................................. 8-10
Power steering fluid ........................................... 8-13
Window washer fluid......................................... 8-14

FM-AM radio with cassette player and Compact Disc (CD) changer.................................................... 4-13
Front air bag system (See supplemental restraint system)......................................................................... 1-11
Front manual seat adjustment .................................. 1-3
Front power seat adjustment.................................... 1-4
Fuel

Capacities and recommended fuel/ lubricants ................................................................. 9-2
filler cap................................................................. 3-10
filler lid ................................................................... 3-10
Fuel economy ...................................................... 5-17
Fuel octane rating ................................................. 9-3
Fuel recommendation........................................... 9-3
Gauge ...................................................................... 2-6
Fuses ............................................................................ 8-22
Fusible links ................................................................ 8-23

F.M.V.S.S. certification label................................... 9-11
Filter, Air cleaner housing filter.............................. 8-18
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch)... 2-24
Flat tire............................................................................ 6-2
Low tire pressure warning system.................... 5-3
Floor mat cleaning ....................................................... 7-4
Fluid

Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ................ 8-12
Brake and clutch fluid ....................................... 8-13
Brake fluid............................................................. 8-13

Garage door opener, HomeLink Universal Transceiver.................................................................. 2-36
Gas cap....................................................................... 3-10
Gauge............................................................................. 2-3
Engine coolant temperature gauge .................. 2-5
Fuel gauge .............................................................. 2-6
Odometer ................................................................ 2-4
Speedometer.......................................................... 2-4

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Tachometer ............................................................. 2-5
Trip computer......................................................... 2-8
General maintenance.................................................. 8-2

Hatch, Rear hatch........................................................ 3-9
Hazard warning flasher switch............................... 2-24
Head restraints ............................................................. 1-5
Headlights

Bulb replacement ............................................... 8-26
Headlight switch ................................................. 2-22
Xenon headlights ................................................ 2-21
Heated seats .............................................................. 2-25
Heater

Engine coolant heater ....................................... 5-25
Heater and air conditioner (automatic)............ 4-3
HomeLink Universal Transceiver......................... 2-36
Hood, release ............................................................... 3-8
Horn.............................................................................. 2-24
How to stop alarm, Vehicle security .................... 2-17

Ignition switch............................................................... 5-5
Automatic transmission models................ 5-5, 5-9
Key positions.......................................................... 5-7
Manual transmission models .................. 5-6, 5-12
Immobilizer system.................................................... 2-18
Indicator lights............................................................ 2-14
Inside

Automatic anti-glare mirror............................... 3-13
Mirror...................................................................... 3-13

Inspection/maintenance (I/M) test ........................ 9-21
Instrument panel........................................................... 2-2
Instrument pocket...................................................... 2-29
Interior light ................................................................. 2-35
Interior light replacement......................................... 8-27

Jump starting................................................................. 6-6

Keyless entry (See remote keyless entry system) ........................................................................... 3-4
Keys................................................................................. 3-2

Label, Air conditioner specification label ............ 9-12
Label, Emission control information label............ 9-11
Label, F.M.V.S.S. certification label ...................... 9-11
Labels

Air bag warning labels ...................................... 1-16
Engine serial number ......................................... 9-11
Vehicle identification number (VIN)................ 9-10
License plate, Installing front license plate......... 9-13
Light

Air bag warning light ......................................... 1-16
Bulb replacement ............................................... 8-25
Headlight switch ................................................. 2-22
Headlights, Bulb replacement......................... 8-26
Interior light .......................................................... 2-35
Luggage compartment light............................. 2-36

Replacement ........................................................ 8-25
Vanity mirror light................................................ 2-36
Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders .................................................. 2-11, 2-14
Xenon headlights ................................................ 2-21
Lights, Exterior and interior light replacement ... 8-27
Loading information (See vehicle loading information) ................................................................. 9-14
Lock

Door locks............................................................... 3-2
Power door lock .................................................... 3-2
Rear hatch lock...................................................... 3-9
Low tire pressure warning light............................. 2-13
Low tire pressure warning system .......................... 5-3
Luggage compartment light.................................... 2-36

Maintenance

Battery ................................................................... 8-15
General maintenance ........................................... 8-2
Inside the vehicle................................................... 8-3
Maintenance precautions .................................... 8-5
Outside the vehicle............................................... 8-2
Seat belt maintenance ...................................... 1-24
Under the hood and the vehicle........................ 8-4
Manual front seat adjustment ................................... 1-3
Meters and gauges ..................................................... 2-3
Mirror

Automatic anti-glare inside mirror .................. 3-13
Inside mirror ......................................................... 3-13
Outside mirror control ....................................... 3-14
Outside mirrors ................................................... 3-14

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New vehicle break-in................................................ 5-17
Nissan vehicle Immobilizer System....................... 2-16
Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System, Engine start.................................................................................. 5-7

Obtaining an air bag ON/OFF switch ................. 1-21
Odometer....................................................................... 2-4
Oil

Capacities and recommended fuel/ lubricants ................................................................. 9-2
Changing engine oil and filter ......................... 8-10
Checking engine oil level ................................. 8-10
Engine oil .............................................................. 8-10
Engine oil viscosity ............................................... 9-5
Outside mirror control.............................................. 3-14
Outside mirrors .......................................................... 3-14
Overheat, If your vehicle overheats......................... 6-9

Parking

Brake check ......................................................... 8-21
Parking brake check .......................................... 5-14
Parking brake operation.................................... 5-14
Parking on hills.................................................... 5-14
Parking/parking on hills ........................................... 5-18
Phone, Car phone or CB radio ............................. 4-19

10-4

Power

Power door lock .................................................... 3-2
Power outlet......................................................... 2-27
Power steering fluid ........................................... 8-13
Power steering system...................................... 5-19
Power windows................................................... 2-33
Power front seat adjustment .............................. 1-4

Precautions

Audio operation precautions .............................. 4-7
Braking precautions ........................................... 5-20
Cruise control precautions............................... 5-15
Maintenance precautions .................................... 8-5
On child restraints.............................................. 1-25
On seat belt usage ............................................ 1-18
Precautions on supplemental restraint system ...................................................................... 1-6
Precautions when starting and driving ............ 5-2
Pre-tensioner seat belt system.............................. 1-15
Push starting ................................................................. 6-8

Radio, Car phone or CB radio .............................. 4-19
Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M) test (US only) .............................................................................. 9-21
Rear floor box............................................................. 2-32
Rear hatch .................................................................... 3-9
Rear hatch opener....................................................... 3-9
Rear parcel box ......................................................... 2-32
Rear power point....................................................... 2-27
Rear window and outside mirror defroster switch ........................................................................... 2-21
Rear window wiper and washer switch .............. 2-20
Registering your vehicle in another country....... 9-10

Remote keyless entry system ................................... 3-4
Reporting safety defects (US only) ...................... 9-20
Rollover........................................................................... 5-4

Safety

Child seat belts................................................... 1-20
Reporting safety defects (US only)................ 9-20
Towing safety....................................................... 9-17

Seat

Belt warning light................................................ 1-18
Belt warning light and chime........................... 2-14

Seat adjustment

Front manual seat adjustment............................ 1-3
Front power seat adjustment ............................. 1-4

Seat belt(s)

Child safety .......................................................... 1-20
Infants and small children................................. 1-21
Injured persons.................................................... 1-22
Larger children .................................................... 1-21
Precautions on seat belt usage...................... 1-18
Pregnant women................................................. 1-21
Pre-tensioner seat belt system ....................... 1-15
Seat belt cleaning ................................................. 7-5
Seat belt extenders ............................................ 1-24
Seat belt maintenance ...................................... 1-24
Seat belts ............................................................. 1-18
Three-point type.................................................. 1-22

Seat(s)

Heated seats........................................................ 2-25
Seats ........................................................................ 1-2
Secondary rear hatch release................................ 3-10
Security system, vehicle security system............ 2-17

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Security systems (Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System), Engine start............................................... 2-18
Security systems (See vehicle security system)......................................................................... 2-16
Servicing air conditioner ................................... 4-3, 4-6
Shift lock release....................................................... 5-12
Shifting

Automatic transmission .............................. 5-5, 5-9
Manual transmission ................................. 5-6, 5-12
Side air bag system (See supplemental side air bag and curtain side-impact air bag system)............. 1-13
Spark plugs................................................................. 8-17
Speedometer ................................................................ 2-4
Starting

Before starting the engine .................................. 5-8
Jump starting .......................................................... 6-6
Precautions when starting and driving ............ 5-2
Push starting .......................................................... 6-8
Starting the engine ............................................... 5-8

Steering

Power steering fluid ........................................... 8-13
Power steering system...................................... 5-19
Tilting steering wheel......................................... 3-12
Storage ........................................................................ 2-29
Sunglasses holder .................................................... 2-29
Supplemental air bag warning labels................... 1-16
Supplemental air bag warning light.......... 1-16, 2-14
Supplemental front air bag system....................... 1-11
Supplemental side and curtain side-impact air bag system ......................................................................... 1-13
Supplemental restraint system ................................. 1-6

Precautions on supplemental restraint system ...................................................................... 1-6

Switch

Hazard warning flasher switch........................ 2-24
Headlight switch ................................................. 2-22
Ignition switch ........................................................ 5-5
Ignition switch automatic transmission models ............................................................ 5-5, 5-9
Ignition switch manual transmission models.......................................................... 5-6, 5-12
Obtaining an air bag ON/OFF switch........... 1-21
Power door lock switch....................................... 3-4
Rear window and outside mirror defroster switch..................................................................... 2-21
Turn signal switch .............................................. 2-23

Tachometer.................................................................... 2-5
Temperature gauge, Engine coolant temperature gauge .............................................................................. 2-5
Theft (Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System), Engine start............................................................................... 2-18
Three way catalyst....................................................... 5-3
Tilting and reclining passenger’s seat .................. 1-5
Tilting steering wheel ............................................... 3-12
Tire

Flat tire ..................................................................... 6-2
Low tire pressure warning system.................... 5-3
Uniform tire quality grading.............................. 9-19

Tire pressure, Low tire pressure warning light ............................................................................... 2-13
Tires

Spare tire .............................................................. 8-33
Tire chains ............................................................ 8-31
Tire placard .......................................................... 9-12

Tire pressure........................................................ 8-29
Tire rotation .......................................................... 8-31
Types of tires ....................................................... 8-30
Wheel/tire size ....................................................... 9-9
Wheels and tires ................................................ 8-29
Top tether strap child restraints ............................ 1-27
Towing

Tow truck towing ................................................ 6-10
Towing a trailer.................................................... 9-15
Towing load/specification chart...................... 9-15
Towing safety....................................................... 9-17
Traction control system (TCS)............................... 5-22
Traction control system (TCS) off switch........... 2-26
Trailer towing.............................................................. 9-15
Transceiver, HomeLink Universal Transceiver.................................................................. 2-36
Transmission

Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ................ 8-12
Driving with automatic transmission........ 5-5, 5-9
Driving with manual transmission .......... 5-6, 5-12
Transmission selector lever lock release...... 5-12
Transmitter (See remote keyless entry system)... 3-4
Traveling or registering your vehicle in another country ......................................................................... 9-10
Trip computer ............................................................... 2-8
Turn signal switch ..................................................... 2-23

Underbody cleaning .................................................... 7-3
Uniform tire quality grading .................................... 9-19

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Weights (See dimensions and weights) ............... 9-9
Wheel/tire size.............................................................. 9-9
Wheels and tires ....................................................... 8-29
Cleaning aluminum alloy wheels ....................... 7-3
Window washer fluid ............................................... 8-14
Window(s)

Cleaning................................................................... 7-3
Power windows................................................... 2-33
Windshield wiper and washer switch.................. 2-19
Wiper

Rear window wiper and washer switch........ 2-20
Windshield wiper and washer switch ........... 2-19
Wiper blades ....................................................... 8-19

Xenon headlights....................................................... 2-21

Vanity mirror light ...................................................... 2-36
Vehicle

Dimensions and weights ..................................... 9-9
Dynamic control (VDC) system....................... 5-22
Identification number (VIN)............................... 9-10
Loading information............................................ 9-14
Recovery (freeing a stuck vehicle)................. 6-11
Security system................................................... 2-17
Ventilators ...................................................................... 4-2

Warning labels, Air bag warning labels .............. 1-16
Warning light

Air bag warning light.............................. 1-16, 2-14
Anti-lock brake warning light........................... 2-11
Brake warning light ............................................ 2-12
Door open warning light ................................... 2-12
Low tire pressure warning light ...................... 2-13
Seat belt warning light and chime ................. 2-14
Warning lights............................................................ 2-11
Warning, Hazard warning flasher switch ............ 2-24
Warning, Low tire pressure warning system........ 5-3
Warning, Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders..................................................................... 2-11
Warranty, Emission control system warranty ..... 9-20
Washer switch

Rear window wiper and washer switch........ 2-20
Windshield wiper and washer switch ........... 2-19
Washing ......................................................................... 7-2
Waxing............................................................................ 7-2
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NEW VEHICLE BREAK-IN PROCEDURES RECOMMENDATION: During the first 1,200 miles (2,000 km) of ve- hicle use, follow the recommendations outlined in the “Break-in schedule” Information found in the “5. Starting and driving” section of this Owner’s Manual. Follow these recommenda- tions for the future reliability and economy of your new vehicle.

GAS STATION INFORMATION

FUEL RECOMMENDATION: Use unleaded premium gasoline with an octane rating of at least 91 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) number (Research octane number 96).

If premium gasoline is not available, unleaded regular gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI number (Research octane number 91) may be temporarily used, but only under the following precautions: I Have the fuel tank filled only partially with unleaded regular gasoline, and fill up with unleaded premium gasoline as soon as pos- sible.

I Avoid full throttle driving and abrupt accelera-

tion.

However, for maximum vehicle perfor- mance, the use of unleaded premium gaso- line is recommended.

CAUTION

Using a fuel other than that specified could adversely affect the emission con- trol systems, and may also affect war- ranty coverage.

Under no circumstances

should a

leaded gasoline be used, since this will damage the three way catalyst.

For additional information, see “Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants” in the “9. Techni- cal and consumer information” section. ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATION: I API Certification Mark I API grade SG/SH, Energy Conserving I & II or API grade SJ or SL, Energy Conserving

I ILSAC grade GF-I, GF-II & GF-III I SAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred for all ambient temperatures. SAE 10W-30 viscos- ity oil may be used for ambient temperatures above 0°F (−18°C).

“Capacities

See and recommended fuel/ lubricants” in the “9. Technical and consumer information” section for engine oil and oil filter recommendation. COLD TIRE PRESSURES: See tire placard affixed to the inside of the console box lid.

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QUICK REFERENCE 1. Engine oil (P.8-10) 2. Brake fluid (P.8-13) 3. Meters and gauges (P.2-3) 4. Fuel filler lid release (P.3-10) 5. Hood release (P.3-8) 6. Seat belt (P.1-18) 7. Door lock/key (P.3-2) 8. Rear hatch release (P.3-9) 9. Engine coolant (P.8-8) 10. Windshield washer fluid (P.8-14) 11. Power steering fluid (P.8-12) 12. Battery (P.8-15) 13. Audio system (P.4-6)/

Heater and air conditioner (P.4-3)

14. Fuel (P.3-10, P.9-2) 15. Spare tire (P.6-3, P.8-33)

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