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also result in failure of other vehicle components.

쐌 Before taking a long trip, or whenever you heavily load your vehicle, use a tire pressure gauge to ensure that the tire pressures are at the specified level.

쐌 Do not drive your vehicle over 85 MPH (137 km/h) unless it is equipped with high speed rated tires. Driving faster than 85
MPH (137 km/h) may result in tire failure, loss of control and possible injury.

쐌 For additional information re- garding tires, refer to “Impor- tant Tire Safety Information” (US) or “Tire Safety Informa- tion” (Canada) in the Warranty Information Booklet.

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originally installed on the vehicle at the factory.

쎻4 Cold tire pressure: Inflate the tires to this pressure when the tires are cold. Tires are considered COLD after the vehicle has been parked for 3 or more hours, or driven less than 1
mile (1.6 km) at moderate speeds. The recommended cold tire inflation is set by the manufacturer to provide the best balance of tire wear, vehicle handling, driveability, tire noise, etc., up to the vehicle’s GVWR.

쎻5 Tire size — refer to “Tire labeling”

later in this section.

쎻6 Spare tire size or compact spare tire

size (if so equipped).

Tire and loading information label 쎻1 Seating capacity: The maximum number of occupants that can be seated in the vehicle.

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SDI1948

쎻2 Vehicle load limit: See loading infor- mation in the “Technical and con- sumer information” section.

쎻3 Original size: The size of the tires

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3. Remove the gauge. 4. Read the tire pressure on the gauge stem and compare it to the specifica- tion shown on the Tire and Loading Information label.

5. Add air to the tire as needed. If too much air is added, press the core of the valve stem briefly with the tip of the gauge stem to release pressure. Re- check the pressure and add or release air as needed.

6. Install the valve stem cap. 7. Check the pressure of all other tires,

including the spare.

SDI1949

Checking the tire pressure 1. Remove the valve stem cap from the

tire.

2. Press the pressure gauge squarely onto the valve stem. Do not press too hard or force the valve stem sideways, or air will escape. If the hissing sound of air escaping from the tire is heard while checking the pressure, reposi- tion the gauge to eliminate this leak- age.

Coupe model

Front Original Tire Rear Original Tire Spare Tire

Size

Cold Tire Inflation Pressure

225/45R18
245/40R18

240 kPa (35 psi)

245/45R18
265/35R19

T145/80D17

Roadster model

Size

Front Original Tire Rear Original Tire Spare Tire

225/45R18

245/45R18

T145/80D17

240 kPa (35 psi)

420 kPa (60 psi)

Cold Tire Inflation Pressure

240 kPa (35 psi)

240 kPa (35 psi)

420 kPa (60 psi)

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tire’s ratio of height to width. 4. R: The “R” stands for radial. 5. Two-digit number (15): This number is

the wheel or rim diameter in inches.

6. Two- or three-digit number (95): This number is the tire’s load index. It is a measurement of how much weight each tire can support. You may not find this information on all tires be- cause it is not required by law.

7. Tire Speed Rating. You should not drive the vehicle faster than the tire speed rating.

쎻1 Tire size (example: P215/65R15

Example

SDI1951

95H)

1. P: The “P” indicates the tire is de- signed for passenger vehicles. (Not all tires have this information.)

2. Three-digit number (215): This num- ber gives the width in millimeters of the tire from sidewall edge to sidewall edge.

3. Two-digit number (65): This number, known as the aspect ratio, gives the

SDI1575

Example

TIRE LABELING Federal law requires tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires. This information iden- tifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also pro- vides the tire identification number (TIN) for safety standard certification. The TIN can be used to identify the tire in case of a recall.

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4. Three-digit code: Tire type code (Op-

tional)

5. Three-digit code: Date of Manufacture 6. Four numbers represent the week and year the tire was built. For example, the numbers 3103 means the 31st week of 2003. If these numbers are missing, then look on the other sidewall of the tire.

쎻3 Tire ply composition and material

The number of layers or plies of rubber-coated fabric in the tire. Tire manufacturers also must indicate the materials in the tire, which include steel, nylon, polyester, and others. 쎻4 Maximum permissible inflation pres-

sure This number is the greatest amount of air pressure that should be put in the tire. Do not exceed the maximum permissible inflation pressure.

쎻5 Maximum load rating

This number indicates the maximum

SDI1607

Example

쎻2 TIN (Tire Identification Number) for a new tire (example: DOT XX XX XXX XXXX)

1. DOT: Abbreviation for the “Depart- ment of Transportation”. The symbol can be placed above, below or to the left or right of the Tire Identification Number.

2. Two-digit code: Manufacturer’s identi-

fication mark

3. Two-digit code: Tire size

load in kilograms and pounds that can be carried by the tire. When replacing the tires on the vehicle, always use a tire that has the same load rating as the factory installed tire.

쎻6 Term of “tubeless” or “tube type”

Indicates whether the tire requires an inner tube (“tube type”) or not (“tubeless”).

쎻7 The word “radial”

The word “radial” is shown if the tire has radial structure.

쎻8 Manufacturer or brand name

Manufacturer or brand name is shown.

Other tire-related terminology: In addition to the many terms that are defined throughout this section, Intended Outboard Sidewall is (1) the sidewall that contains a whitewall, bears white letter- ing or bears manufacturer, brand, and/or model name molding that is higher or deeper than the same molding on the Maintenance and do-it-yourself 8-35

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(2)

the tire, or

the other sidewall of outward facing sidewall of an asymmetri- cal tire that has a particular side that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle. TYPES OF TIRES

WARNING

쐌 When changing or replacing tires, be sure all four tires are of the same type (i.e., Summer, All Season or Snow) and construction. A NISSAN dealer may be able to help you with information about tire type, size, speed rating and availability.

than

rating

쐌 Replacement tires may have a lower factory speed equipped tires, and may not match the potential maximum vehicle speed. Never exceed the maximum speed rating of the tire.

the

쐌 Replacing tires with those not origi- nally specified by NISSAN could af- fect the proper operation of the tire

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If you do not,

Snow tires If snow tires are needed, it is necessary to select tires equivalent in size and load rating to the original equipment tires. it can adversely affect the safety and handling of your vehicle. Generally, snow tires will have lower speed ratings than factory equipped tires and may not match the potential maximum vehicle speed. Never exceed the maximum speed rating of the tire. If you operate your vehicle in snowy or icy conditions, NISSAN recommends the use of snow or all season tires on all four wheels. For additional traction on icy roads, studded tires may be used. However, some provinces and states prohibit their use. Check local, state and provincial laws before installing studded tires. Skid and traction capabilities of studded snow tires, on wet or dry surfaces, may be poorer than that of non-studded snow tires.

pressure monitoring system (TPMS). 쐌 For additional information regarding tires, refer to “Important Tire Safety Information” (US) or “Tire Safety In- formation” (Canada) in the Warranty Information Booklet.

All season tires NISSAN specifies all season tires on some models to provide good performance for use all year round, including snowy and icy road condi- tions. All season tires are identified by ALL SEASON and/or M&S on the tire sidewall. Snow tires have better snow traction than all season tires and may be more appropriate in some areas. Summer tires NISSAN specifies summer tires on some models to provide superior performance on dry roads. Summer tire performance in snow and ice will be substantially reduced. Summer tires do not have the tire traction rating M&S on the tire sidewall.

If you operate your vehicle in snowy or icy conditions, NISSAN recommends the use of snow or all season tires on all four wheels.

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TIRE CHAINS

CAUTION

Tire chains/cables cannot be installed on 265/35R19 size tires. Installation of the tire chains/cables on 265/35R19
size tires will cause damage to the ve- hicle. you tire install chains/cables, 245/45R18 size tires on your vehicle.

plan you

should

use

to

If

Use of tire chains may be prohibited according to location. Check the local laws before installing tire chains. When installing tire chains, make sure they are of proper size for the tires on your vehicle and are installed according to the chain manufacturer’s suggestions. Use only SAE class “S” chains. Class “S” chains are used on vehicles with restricted tire to vehicle clearance. Vehicles that can use Class “S” chains are designed to meet the SAE standard minimum clearances between the tire and the closest vehicle suspension or body component required to accommodate the use of a winter traction device (tire chains or cables). The minimum clearances are determined using the factory equipped tire size. Other types may damage your vehicle. Use chain tensioners when recom-

mended by the tire chain manufacturer to ensure a tight fit. Loose end links of the tire chain must be secured or removed to prevent the possibility of whipping action damage to the fenders or undercarriage. If possible, avoid fully loading your vehicle when using tire chains. In addition, drive at a reduced speed. Otherwise, your ve- hicle may be damaged and/or vehicle handling and performance may be adversely affected. 쐌 Never install the tire chains on a T-type

spare tire.

쐌 Do not use the tire chains on dry roads. 쐌 Tire chains must be installed only on the rear wheels and not on the front wheels.

CHANGING WHEELS AND TIRES Tire rotation Tires cannot be rotated in this vehicle, as front tires are different size from rear tires and the direction of wheel rotation is fixed in each tire. A pin is on the front brake rotor to prevent the rear wheels from being installed in place of the front wheels. The spare tire can be installed in place of the front and rear wheels. When installing the spare tire in the front wheel, the hole in the spare tire wheel must be aligned with the pin on the brake rotor.

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the tire(s) should be replaced. 쐌 The original tires have built-in tread wear indicators. When the wear indicators are visible, the tire(s) should be replaced.

쐌 Tires degrade with age and use. Have tires, including the spare, over 6 years old checked by a qualified technician because some tire damage may not be obvious. Replace the tires as necessary to prevent tire failure and possible personal injury.

쐌 Improper service of the spare tire may result in serious per- sonal injury. If it is necessary to repair the spare tire, contact a NISSAN dealer.

쐌 For additional information re- garding tires, refer to “Impor- tant Tire Safety Information” (US) or “Tire Safety Informa-

tion” (Canada) in the Warranty Information Booklet.

Replacing wheels and tires When replacing a tire, use the same size, speed rating and load carrying capacity as originally equipped. See “Specifications” in the “9. Tech- nical and consumer information” section for rec- ommended types and sizes of tires and wheels.

WARNING

쐌 The use of tires other than those recommended or the mixed use of tires of different brands, construction (bias, bias-belted or radial), or tread patterns can adversely affect the ride, braking, handling, ground clearance, body-to-tire clearance, tire chain clearance, speedometer calibration, headlight aim and bumper height. Some of these effects may lead to accidents and could result in serious personal injury.

쐌 If the wheels are changed for any

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SDI1663

1. Wear indicator 2. Wear indicator location mark Tire wear and damage

WARNING

쐌 Tires should be periodically in- spected for wear, cracking, bulging or objects caught in the tread. If excessive wear, cracks, bulging or deep cuts are found,

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reason, always replace with wheels which have the same off-set dimen- sion. Wheels of a different off-set could cause premature tire wear, possibly degraded vehicle handling characteristics and/or interference with the brake discs/drums. Such in- terference can lead to decreased braking efficiency and/or early brake pad/shoe wear.

쐌 When a spare tire is mounted or a wheel is replaced, tire pressure will not be indicated, the TPMS will not function and the low tire pressure warning light will flash. Contact your NISSAN dealer as soon as possible for tire replacement and/or system resetting.

쐌 Replacing tires with those not origi- nally specified by NISSAN could af- fect the TPMS.

the proper operation of

쐌 Do not install a deformed wheel or tire even if it has been repaired. Such wheels or tires could have structural

damage and could fail without warn- ing.

쐌 The use of retread tire is not recom-

mended.

쐌 For additional information regarding tires, refer to “Important Tire Safety Information” (US) or “Tire Safety In- formation” (Canada) in the Warranty Information Booklet.

Wheel balance Unbalanced wheels may affect vehicle handling and tire life. Even with regular use, wheels can get out of balance. Therefore, they should be balanced as required. Wheel balance service should be performed with the wheels off the vehicle. Spin balancing the front wheels on the vehicle could lead to transmission damage. For additional information regarding tires, refer to “Important Tire Safety Information” (US) or “Tire Safety Information” (Canada) in the Warranty Information booklet. Care of wheels 쐌 Wash the wheels when washing the vehicle

to maintain their appearance.

쐌 Clean the inner side of the wheels when the is changed or the underside of the

wheel vehicle is washed.

쐌 Do not use abrasive cleaners when washing

the wheels.

쐌 Inspect wheel rims regularly for dents or corrosion. Such damage may cause loss of pressure or poor seal at the tire bead.

쐌 NISSAN recommends that the road wheels be waxed to protect against road salt in areas where it is used during winter.

Spare tire (T-type spare tire) Observe the following precautions if the T-type spare tire must be used, otherwise your vehicle could be damaged or involved in an accident.

CAUTION

쐌 The T-type spare tire should be used for emergency use only. It should be replaced by the standard tire at the first opportunity.

쐌 Drive carefully while the T-type spare

tire is installed.

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쐌 Do not use the T-type spare tire on

other vehicles.

쐌 Do not use more than one T-type

spare tire at the same time.

쐌 Do not tow a trailer while the T-type

spare tire is installed.

Avoid sharp turns and abrupt braking while driving.

쐌 Periodically check the T-type spare tire inflation pressure, and always keep it at 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 bar).

쐌 Do not drive your vehicle at speeds

faster than 50 MPH (80 km/h).

쐌 Do not use tire chains on a T-type spare tire. Tire chains will not fit properly on the T-type spare tire and may cause damage to the vehicle.

쐌 Tire tread of the T-type spare tire will wear at a faster rate than the stan- dard tire. Replace the T-type spare tire as soon as the tread wear indica- tors appear.

쐌 Because the T-type spare tire is smaller than the original tire, ground clearance is reduced. To avoid dam- age to the vehicle, do not drive over obstacles. Also, do not drive the ve- hicle through an automatic car wash since it may get caught.

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9 Technical and consumer information

Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants .............. 9-2
Fuel recommendation .................................................... 9-3
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation .................. 9-5
Recommended SAE viscosity number ...................... 9-6
Air conditioner system refrigerant and lubricant recommendations ........................................................... 9-6
Specifications ........................................................................ 9-8
Engine ................................................................................ 9-8
Wheels and tires.............................................................. 9-9
Dimensions and weights ............................................... 9-9

When traveling or registering your vehicle in another country ................................................................... 9-10
Vehicle identification ......................................................... 9-10
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate ............... 9-10
Vehicle identification number (chassis number).... 9-10
Engine serial number ................................................... 9-11
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ................ 9-11
Emission control information label ........................... 9-11
Tire and loading information label ............................ 9-12
Air conditioner specification label ............................ 9-12

Installing front license plate ............................................. 9-13
Vehicle loading information ............................................. 9-14
Terms ............................................................................... 9-14
Vehicle load capacity.................................................... 9-15
Loading tips .................................................................... 9-17
Measurement of weights ............................................. 9-17
Towing a trailer ................................................................... 9-18
Maximum load limits .................................................... 9-18
Towing safety ................................................................ 9-19
Flat towing............................................................................. 9-22
Automatic transmission ................................................ 9-23
Manual transmission ..................................................... 9-23
Uniform tire quality grading ............................................. 9-23
Emission control system warranty ................................. 9-24
Reporting safety defects (US only) ............................... 9-24
Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M) test (US only) .............................................................................. 9-25
Event data recorders ......................................................... 9-26
Owner’s manual/service manual order information ... 9-26
In the event of a collision ........................................... 9-27

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CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED FUEL/ LUBRICANTS The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be a little different. When refilling, follow the procedure instructed in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity.

Fuel Engine oil (Drain and refill)*2

With oil filter change

Without oil filter change

Cooling system

With reservoir Reservoir

Automatic transmission fluid

Manual transmission gear oil

Capacity (Approximate)

US

measure 20 gal

5 qt

4-5/8 qt

9-1/4 qt 7/8 qt

—

—

Imp

measure 16-5/8 gal

4-1/8 qt

3-7/8 qt

7-5/8 qt 3/5 qt

—

—

Liter

76

4.7

4.4

8.7
0.8
—

—

Recommended specifications

Unleaded premium gasoline with an octane rating of at least 91 AKI (RON 96)*1

쐌 API Certification Mark*3, *4
쐌 API grade SG/SH, Energy Conserving I & II or API grade SJ or SL, Energy Conserving*3, *4
쐌 ILSAC grade GF-I, GF-II & GF-III*2, *3

Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant or equivalent

—

—

Refill to the proper fluid level according to the instructions in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section.

Differential gear oil Power steering fluid (PSF) Brake and clutch fluid Multi-purpose grease Air conditioning system refrigerant Air conditioning system lubricants Windshield washer fluid *1: For additional information, see “Fuel recommendation” later in this section. *2: For additional information, see “Engine oil” in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section for changing engine oil. *3: For additional information, see “Engine oil and oil filter recommendation” later in this section. *4: For additional information, see “Recommended SAE viscosity number” later in this section. *5: Using automatic transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF will cause deterioration in driveability and automatic transmission

Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF*5
Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) HQ Multi 75W-85 or API GL-4, Viscosity SAE 75W-85 or 75W-90
API GL-5, Viscosity SAE 80W-90*6
Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent*7
Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid*8 or equivalent DOT 3 (U.S. FMVSS No. 116) NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base) HFC-134a (R-134a)*9
NISSAN A/C System Oil Type S or exact equivalent Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner & Anti-freeze or equivalent

— — — —

— — — —

— — — —

—

durability, and may damage the automatic transmission, which is not covered by the NISSAN new vehicle limited warranty.

*6: For hot areas, viscosity SAE 90 is suitable for ambient temperatures above 32°F (0°C). *7: For Canada, Nissan Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF), DEXRONTMIII/MERCONTM or equivalent ATF may also be used. *8: Available in mainland US through a NISSAN dealer. *9: For additional information, see “Vehicle identification” in this section for air conditioner specification label. 9-2 Technical and consumer information

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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: 쐌 Have the fuel tank filled only partially with unleaded regular gasoline, and fill up with unleaded premium gasoline as soon as pos- sible.

쐌 Avoid full throttle driving and abrupt accelera-

tion.

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

CAUTION

쐌 Using a fuel other than that specified could adversely affect the emission control system, and may also affect the warranty coverage.

쐌 Under no circumstances should a leaded gasoline be used, because this will damage the three-way cata- lyst.

쐌 Do not use E-85 fuel in your vehicle. Your vehicle is not designed to run on E-85 fuel. Using E-85 fuel can damage the fuel system components and is not covered by the NISSAN vehicle limited warranty.

Gasoline specifications NISSAN recommends using gasoline that meets the World-Wide Fuel Charter (WWFC) specifi- cations where it is available. Many of the auto- mobile manufacturers developed this specifica- tion to improve emission control system and vehicle performance. Ask your service station manager the gasoline meets the WWFC specifications. Reformulated gasoline Some fuel suppliers are now producing reformu- lated gasolines. These gasolines are specially designed to reduce vehicle emissions. NISSAN supports efforts towards cleaner air and sug-

if

gests that you use reformulated gasoline when available. Gasoline containing oxygenates Some fuel suppliers sell gasoline containing oxygenates such as ethanol, MTBE and metha- nol with or without advertising their presence. NISSAN does not recommend the use of fuels of which the oxygenate content and the fuel com- patibility for your NISSAN cannot be readily determined. If in doubt, ask your service station manager. If you use oxygenate-blend gasoline, please take the following precautions as the usage of such fuels may cause vehicle performance problems and/or fuel system damage. 쐌 The fuel should be unleaded and have an octane rating no lower than that recommended for unleaded gasoline.

쐌 If an oxygenate-blend, excepting a methanol blend, is used, it should con- tain no more than 10% oxygenate. (MTBE may, however, be added up to 15%.)

쐌 If a methanol blend is used, it should contain no more than 5% methanol (me- thyl alcohol, wood alcohol). It should also contain a suitable amount of ap- propriate cosolvents and corrosion in- Technical and consumer information 9-3

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NISSAN dealer or other competent service fa- cility. However, now and then you may notice light spark knock for a short time while accelerating or driving up hills. This is no cause for concern, because you get the greatest fuel benefit when there is light spark knock for a short time under heavy engine load.

hibitors. If not properly formulated with appropriate cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors, such methanol blends may cause fuel system damage and/or ve- hicle performance problems. At this time, sufficient data is not available to ensure that all methanol blends are suitable for use in NISSAN vehicles.

If any undesirable driveability problems such as engine stalling and hard hot starting are experi- enced after using oxygenate-blend fuels, imme- diately change to a non-oxygenate fuel or a fuel with a low blend of MTBE. Take care not to spill gasoline during refu- eling. Gasoline containing oxygenates can cause paint damage. E-85 fuel E-85 fuel is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel ethanol and 15% unleaded gasoline. E-85 can only be used in a Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV). Do not use E-85 fuel in your vehicle. U.S. govern- ment regulations require fuel ethanol dispensing pumps to be identified by a small, square, or- ange and black label with the common abbre- viation or the appropriate percentage for that region.

9-4 Technical and consumer information

Aftermarket fuel additives NISSAN does not recommend the use of any aftermarket fuel additives (for example, fuel in- jector cleaner, octane booster, intake valve de- posit removers, etc.) which are sold commer- cially. Many of these additives intended for gum, varnish or deposit removal may contain active solvents or similar ingredients that can be harm- ful to the fuel system and engine. Octane rating tips Using unleaded gasoline with an octane rating lower than recommended can cause persistent, heavy spark knock. (Spark knock is a metallic rapping noise.) If se- vere, this can lead to engine damage. If you detect a persistent heavy spark knock even when using gasoline of the above stated octane rating, or if you hear steady spark knock while holding a steady speed on level roads, have your dealer correct the condition. Failure to correct the condition is misuse of the vehicle, for which NISSAN is not responsible. Incorrect ignition timing will result in knocking, after-run or overheating. This in turn may cause excessive fuel consumption or damage to the engine. If any of the above symptoms are en- countered, have your vehicle checked at a

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쎻1 API certification mark 쎻2 API service symbol ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER RECOMMENDATION Selecting the correct oil It to choose the correct grade, quality and viscosity engine oil to ensure satis- factory engine life and performance. See “Ca- pacities and recommended fuel/lubircants” ear- lier in this section. NISSAN recommends the use of an energy conserving oil in order to improve fuel economy.

is essential

STI0367A

Select only engine oils that meet the American Petroleum Institute (API) certification or Interna- tional Lubricant Standardization and Approval Committee (ILSAC) certification and SAE vis- cosity standard. These oils have the API certifi- cation mark on the front of the container. Oils which do not have the specified quality label should not be used as they could cause engine damage. Oil additives NISSAN does not recommend the use of oil additives. The use of an oil additive is not necessary when the proper oil type is used and maintenance intervals are followed.

the expected ambient

Oil which may contain foreign matter or has been previously used should not be used. Oil viscosity The engine oil viscosity or thickness changes with temperature. Because of this, it is important that the engine oil viscosity be selected based on the temperatures at which the vehicle will be operated before the next oil change. The “Rec- ommended SAE viscosity number” chart (on the next page) shows the recommended oil viscosi- ties for temperatures. Choosing an oil viscosity other than that recom- mended could cause serious engine damage. Selecting the correct oil filter Your new NISSAN vehicle is equipped with a high-quality genuine NISSAN oil filter. When replacing, use a genuine NISSAN oil filter or its equivalent for the reason described in “Change intervals”. Change intervals The oil and oil filter change intervals for your engine are based on the use of the specified quality oils and filters. Oil and filter other than the specified quality, or oil and filter change intervals longer than recommended could reduce engine life. Damage to engines caused by improper maintenance or use of incorrect oil and filter Technical and consumer information 9-5

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RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY NUMBER

quality and/or viscosity is not covered by the new NISSAN vehicle limited warranties. Your engine was filled with a high quality engine oil when it was built. You do not have to change the oil before the first recommended change interval. Oil and filter change intervals depend upon how you use your vehicle. Operation under the following conditions may require more frequent oil and filter changes: 쐌 repeated short distance driving at cold out-

side temperatures

쐌 driving in dusty conditions 쐌 extensive idling 쐌 towing a trailer 쐌 stop and go commuting Refer to the “NISSAN Service and Maintenance Guide” for the maintenance schedule.

TI1028-C

SAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred for all ambient temperatures. SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 viscosity oil may be used if the ambient temperature is above 0°F (−18°C).

9-6 Technical and consumer information

AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM REFRIGERANT AND LUBRICANT RECOMMENDATIONS The air conditioner system in your NISSAN vehicle must be charged with the refriger- ant HFC-134a (R-134a) and the lubricant, NISSAN A/C System Oil Type S or the exact equivalents.

CAUTION

The use of any other refrigerant or lubri- cant will cause severe damage to the air conditioning system and will require the replacement of all air conditioner sys- tem components.

The refrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a) in your NISSAN vehicle will not harm the earth’s ozone layer. Although this refrigerant does not affect the earth’s atmosphere, certain governmental regulations require the recovery and recycling of any refrigerant during automotive air conditioner system service. A NISSAN dealer has the trained technicians and equipment needed to recover and recycle your air conditioner system refriger- ant.

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Contact a NISSAN dealer when servicing your air conditioner system.

Technical and consumer information 9-7

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SPECIFICATIONS

ENGINE

Type Cylinder arrangement Bore x Stroke Displacement Firing order Idle speed Ignition timing (B.T.D.C.) CO percentage at idle speed

Spark plug

Spark plug gap (Normal) Camshaft operation

Model

in (mm) cu in (cm3)

rpm degree/rpm [No air] % Standard Service option in (mm)

VQ35DE

Gasoline, 4-cycle 6-cylinder, V-slanted at 60° 3.760 x 3.205 (95.5 x 81.4) 213.5 (3,498) 1-2-3-4-5-6*1

See the emission control label on the underside of the hood.

PLFR5A-11
PLFR4A-11 (Hot), PLFR6A-11 (Cold) 0.043 (1.1) Timing chain

TI0001-A

The spark ignition system of this vehicle meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regula- tions.

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WHEELS AND TIRES Road wheel

Model

Type

Position

Size

Offset

in (mm)

Coupe

Aluminum

Roadster

Aluminum

Front Rear Front Rear Front Rear

18 x 8JJ 18 x 8-1/2JJ 18 x 9JJ* 19 x 10JJ* 18 x 8JJ 18 x 8-1/2JJ

1.18 (30) 1.30 (33) 1.18 (30) 1.18 (30) 1.18 (30) 1.30 (33)

DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS

Vehicle body

Coupe

Roadster

Overall length

Overall width

Overall height

Front tread

Rear tread

Wheelbase

in (mm)

169.8 (4,314)

169.8 (4,314)

in (mm)

71.5 (1,815)

71.5 (1,815)

in (mm)

52.1 (1,323)

52.5 (1,333)

in (mm)

60.5 (1,536)

60.5 (1,536)

in (mm)

60.6 (1,540)*1
60.9 (1,546)*2

60.6 (1,540)

in (mm)

104.3 (2,650)

104.3 (2,650)

Tire Model

Type

Coupe

Conventional

Road- ster

Spare

Conventional

Spare

*: For option

Position Front Rear Front Rear

—

Front Rear

—

Size Pressure (COLD) 225/45R18 91W 240 kPa (35 psi) 245/45R18 96W 240 kPa (35 psi) 245/40R18 93W* 240 kPa (35 psi) 265/35R19 94W* 240 kPa (35 psi) T145/80D17 107M 420 kPa (60 psi) 225/45R18 91W 240 kPa (35 psi) 245/45R18 96W 240 kPa (35 psi) T145/80D17 107M 420 kPa (60 psi)

Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)

lb (kg)

Gross axle weight rating (GAWR)

Front

Rear

lb (kg)

lb (kg)

*1: For model with 245/45R 18 tires *2: For model with 265/35R 19 tires

See the F.M.V.S.S. or C.M.V.S.S. cer- tification label on the driver’s side lock pillar.

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WHEN TRAVELING OR REGISTERING YOUR VEHICLE IN ANOTHER COUNTRY When planning to travel in another country, you should first find out if the fuel available is suitable for your vehicle’s engine. Using fuel with too low an octane rating may cause engine damage. All gasoline vehicles must be operated with unleaded engine gaso- line. Therefore, avoid taking your vehicle to areas where appropriate fuel is not available. When transferring the registration of your vehicle to another country, state, province or district, it may be necessary to modify the vehicle to meet local laws and regulations. The laws and regulations for motor vehicle emis- sion control and safety standards vary according to the country, state, province or district; there- fore, vehicle specifications may differ. When any vehicle is to be taken into an- other country, state, province or district and registered, its modifications, transpor- tation, and registration are the responsibil- ity of the user. NISSAN is not responsible for any inconvenience that may result.

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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION

STI0320

STI0321

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) PLATE The vehicle identification number plate is at- tached as shown. This number is the identifica- tion for your vehicle and is used in the vehicle registration.

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (chassis number) The number is stamped as shown.

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STI0303C

STI0322

STI0323

ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER The number is stamped on the engine as shown.

EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION LABEL The emission control tached as shown.

information label

is at-

F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. CERTIFICATION LABEL The Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (F.M.V.S.S.) or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (C.M.V.S.S.) certification label is af- fixed as shown. This label contains valuable vehicle information, such as: Gross Vehicle Weight Ratings (GVWR), Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR), month and year of manufacture, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), etc. Review it carefully.

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STI0366

STI0325

TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION LABEL The cold tire inflation pressure is shown on the Tire and Loading Information label affixed to the driver side center pillar.

AIR CONDITIONER SPECIFICATION LABEL The air conditioner specification label is affixed inside of the hood as shown.

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INSTALLING FRONT LICENSE PLATE

Use the following steps to mount the license plate:

Before mounting the license plate, confirm that the following parts are enclosed in the vinyl bag. 쐌 License plate bracket 쐌 J-nut x 2
쐌 Screw x 2
쐌 Screw grommet x 2
1. Temporarily place the license plate bracket while aligning points 쎻A of the front bumper fascia with holes 쎻B in the license plate bracket.

4. 5.

2. Remove the license plate bracket. 3. Carefully drill

two shallow pilot holes 쎻A using a 0.39 in (10 mm) drill bit at the marked locations. (Be sure that the drill only goes through the fascia, or damage to the nut may occur.) Insert grommets into the hole on the fascia. Insert a flat-blade screwdriver into the grom- met hole to add 90° turn onto the part 쎻C . Insert a J-nut into the license plate bracket before placing the license plate bracket on the fascia. Install the license plate bracket with screws. Technical and consumer information 9-13

6.

7.

STI0446

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8.

Install the license plate with bolts that are no longer than 0.55 in (14 mm).

WARNING

VEHICLE LOADING INFORMATION

쐌 It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed.

쐌 Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts.

쐌 Be sure everyone in your ve- hicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly.

TERMS It is important to familiarize yourself with the following terms before loading your vehicle: 쐌 Curb Weight (actual weight of your vehicle) - vehicle weight including: standard and optional equipment, flu-

ids, emergency tools, and spare tire assembly. This weight does not in- clude passengers and cargo.

쐌 GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) - curb weight plus the combined weight of passengers and cargo.

쐌 GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rat- ing) - maximum total combined weight of the unloaded vehicle, passengers, luggage, hitch, trailer tongue load and any other optional equipment. This in- formation the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. label.

located

on

is

쐌 GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) - maximum weight (load) limit specified for the front or rear axle. This informa- tion the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. label.

located

on

is

쐌 GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating) - maximum total weight rating of the vehicle, passengers, cargo and trailer.

쐌 Vehicle Capacity Weight, Load limit,

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load capacity - maximum total Total weight limit specified of the load (pas- sengers and cargo) for the vehicle. This is the maximum combined weight of occupants and cargo that can be loaded into the vehicle. If the vehicle is used to tow a trailer, the trailer tongue weight must be included as part of the cargo load. This information is located on the Tire and Loading Information label.

쐌 Cargo capacity - permissible weight of cargo, the subtracted weight of occu- pants from the load limit.

VEHICLE LOAD CAPACITY Do not exceed the load limit of your vehicle shown as “The combined weight of occupants and cargo” on the Tire and Loading Information label. Do not exceed the number of occupants shown as “Seating Capacity” on the Tire and Load- ing Information label. To get “the combined weight of occu- pants and cargo”, add the weight of all occupants, then add the total luggage weight. Examples are shown in the fol- lowing illustration.

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3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs.

4. The resulting figure equals the avail- able amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, 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 × 150) = 650 lbs) or (640 − 340 (5 × 70) = 300 kg)

5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and lug- gage load capacity calculated in Step 4.

6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be trans- ferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle.

Steps for determining correct load limit 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs” on 9-16 Technical and consumer information

STI0447

your vehicle’s placard.

2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle.

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Before driving a loaded vehicle, confirm the you do not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for your vehicle. See “Measurement of Weights” later in this section. Also check tires for proper inflation pres- sures. See the Tire and Loading Informa- tion label. LOADING TIPS 쐌 The GVW must not exceed GVWR or GAWR the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification la- bel.

specified

on

as

쐌 Do not load the front and rear axle to the GAWR. Doing so will exceed the GVWR.

WARNING

쐌 Properly secure all cargo with ropes or straps to help prevent it from sliding or shifting. Do

vehicle’s warranty.

MEASUREMENT OF WEIGHTS Secure loose items to prevent weight shifts that could affect the balance of your vehicle. When the vehicle is loaded, drive to a scale and weigh the front and the rear wheels separately to determine axle loads. Individual axle loads should not exceed either of the gross axle weight ratings (GAWR). The total of the axle loads should not exceed the gross ve- hicle weight rating (GVWR). These rat- ings are given on the vehicle certification label. ratings are exceeded, move or remove items to bring all weights below the ratings.

If weight

not place cargo higher than the seatbacks. In a sudden stop or collision, cargo could cause personal injury.

unsecured

and

쐌 Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or the maximum front rear GAWRs. If you do, parts of your vehicle can break, tire damage could occur, or it can change the way your vehicle handles. This could result in loss of con- trol and cause personal injury. 쐌 Overloading not only could shorten the life of your vehicle and the tire, but can also cause unsafe vehicle handling and long braking distances. This may cause a premature tire fail- ure, which could result in a se- rious accident and personal in- jury. Failures caused by over loading are not covered by the

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CAUTION

Vehicle damage resulting from im- proper towing procedures are not cov- ered by NISSAN warranties.

TOWING A TRAILER

Roadster model: Do not tow a trailer with your vehicle.

Coupe model:

Your new vehicle was designed to be used primarily to carry passengers and cargo. Re- member that towing a trailer places additional loads on your vehicle’s engine, drive train, steer- ing, braking and other systems.

the website

A NISSAN Towing Guide (U.S. only) is available on at www.nissanusa.com/ www.infiniti.com. This guide includes information on trailer towing capability and the special equipment required for proper towing.

WARNING

Overloading or improper loading of a trailer and its cargo can adversely affect vehicle handling, braking and perfor- mance and may lead to accidents.

CAUTION

쐌 Do not tow a trailer or haul a heavy load for the first 500 miles (800 km).

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Your engine, axle or other parts could be damaged.

쐌 For the first 500 miles (800 km) that you tow a trailer, do not drive over 50
mph (80 km/h) and do not make starts at full throttle. This helps the engine and other parts of your ve- hicle wear in at the heavier loads.

MAXIMUM LOAD LIMITS Maximum trailer loads Never allow the total trailer load to exceed 1,000
lb (454 kg). The total trailer load equals trailer weight plus its cargo weight. Towing loads greater than 1,000 lb (454 kg) or using improper towing equipment could adversely affect vehicle handling, braking and performance. The ability of a vehicle to tow a trailer is not only related to the maximum trailer loads, but also the places you plan to tow. Tow weights appropriate for level highway driving may have to be reduced on very steep grades or in low traction situations (for example, on slippery boat ramps).

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TI1011M

TI1012M

Tongue load Keep the tongue load between 9 and 11% of the total trailer load within the maximum tongue load limits Towing Load/Specification chart. If the tongue load be- comes excessive, rearrange cargo to allow for proper tongue load.

following

shown

the

in

Maximum gross vehicle weight/ maximum gross axle weight The gross vehicle weight of the towing vehicle must not exceed. GVWR shown on the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label. The gross vehicle weight equals the combined weight of the unloaded vehicle, passengers, luggage, hitch, trailer tongue load and any other optional equipment. front or rear gross axle weight must not exceed GAWR shown on the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certifica- tion label.

In addition,

TOWING LOAD/SPECIFICATION CHART

Unit: lb (kg)

MAXIMUM TOWING LOAD

MAXIMUM TONGUE LOAD

1,000 (454)

100 (45.4)

to help avoid personal

TOWING SAFETY Trailer hitch Choose a proper hitch for a vehicle and trailer. Make sure the trailer hitch is securely attached to the vehicle, injury or property damage due to sway caused by cross- winds, rough road surfaces or passing trucks. Hitch ball Choose a hitch ball of the proper size and weight rating for your trailer: 쐌 The required hitch ball size is stamped on most trailer couplers. Most hitch balls also have the size printed on top of the ball.

쐌 Choose the proper class hitch ball based on

the trailer weight.

쐌 The diameter of the threaded shank of the hitch ball must be matched to the ball mount hole diameter. The hitch ball shank should be Technical and consumer information 9-19

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no more than 1/16″ smaller than the hole in the ball mount.

쐌 The threaded shank of the hitch ball must be long enough to be properly secured to the ball mount. There should be at least 2 threads showing beyond the lock washer and nut.

Class I hitch Class I trailer hitch equipment (receiver, ball mount and hitch ball) can be used to tow trailers of a maximum weight of 2,000 lb (909 kg).

You may add Class I trailer hitch equipment to the vehicle that has a 2,000 lb (909 kg) maxi- mum weight rating, but your vehicle is only capable of towing the maximum trailer weights shown in the Towing Load/Specification Chart earlier in this section.

CAUTION

쐌 Do not use axle-mounted hitches. 쐌 The hitch should not be attached to or affect the operation of the impact- absorbing bumper.

쐌 Do not modify the vehicle exhaust system, brake system, etc. to install a

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trailer hitch.

쐌 To reduce the possibility of addi- tional damage if a vehicle is struck from the rear, where practical, re- move the hitch and/or receiver when not in use.

쐌 After the hitch is removed, seal the bolt holes to prevent exhaust fumes, water or dust from entering the pas- senger compartment.

쐌 Regularly check that all trailer hitch mounting bolts are securely mounted.

Tire pressures 쐌 When towing a trailer, inflate the ve- hicle tires to the recommended cold tire pressure indicated on the Tire and Loading Information label.

쐌 Trailer tire condition, size, load rating and proper inflation pressure should be in accordance with the trailer and tire manufacturers’ specifications.

Safety chains Always use a suitable chain between a vehicle and the trailer. The safety chain should be crossed and should be attached to the hitch, not to the vehicle bumper or axle. Be sure to leave enough slack in the chain to permit turning corners. Trailer lights

CAUTION

commercially

When splicing into the vehicle electrical system, available power-type module/converter must be used to provide power for all trailer lighting. This unit uses the vehicle bat- tery as a direct power source for all trailer lights while using the vehicle tail light, stoplight 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 requirements may damage the vehicle’s electrical system. See a reputable trailer dealer to obtain

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the proper equipment and to have it installed.

Trailer lights should comply with federal and/or local regulations. When wiring the vehicle for towing, connect the stop and tail light pickup into the vehicle electrical circuit at a point be- tween the sensor and stop light or light switch. Trailer brakes If your trailer is equipped with a braking system, make sure it conforms to federal and/or local regulations and that it is properly installed.

WARNING

Never connect a trailer brake system directly to the vehicle brake system.

Pre-towing tips 쐌 Be certain a vehicle maintains a level position when a loaded and/or unloaded trailer is hitched. Do not drive the vehicle if it has an unusual nose-up or nose-down condition; check for improper tongue load, overload, worn suspension or other possible causes of these conditions.

쐌 Always secure items in the trailer to prevent

load shifts while driving.

쐌 Load the trailer so approximately 60% of the trailer load is in the front half and 40% is in the back half.

쐌 Check your hitch, trailer tire pressure, vehicle tire pressure, trailer light operation, and trailer wheel lug nuts every time you attach a trailer to the vehicle.

쐌 Be certain your rear view mirrors conform to If install any mirrors required for towing

all federal, state and/or local regulations. not, before driving the vehicle.

Trailer towing tips In order to gain skill and an understanding of the vehicle’s behavior, you should practice turning, stopping and backing up in an area which is free from traffic. Steering stability, and braking per- formance will be somewhat different than under normal driving conditions. 쐌 Always secure items in the trailer to prevent

load shift while driving.

쐌 Avoid abrupt starts, acceleration or stops. 쐌 Avoid sharp turns or lane changes. 쐌 Always drive a vehicle at a moderate speed. Some states or provinces have specific

speed limits for vehicles that are towing trailers. Obey the local speed limits.

쐌 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 backing up.

쐌 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 a vehicle is equipped with automatic transmission, first apply the parking brake 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.

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

쐌 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 Technical and consumer information 9-21

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opening the windows, switching the fan con- trol to high and setting the temperature con- trol to the HOT position.

쐌 Trailer towing consumes more fuel than nor-

mal circumstances.

쐌 Avoid towing a trailer for the first 500 miles

(800 km).

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

쐌 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.

쐌 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.

쐌 Be careful when passing other vehicles. Passing while towing a trailer requires con- siderably more distance than normal passing. 9-22 Technical and consumer information

Remember the length of the trailer must also pass the other vehicle before you can safely change lanes.

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

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

쐌 Increase your following distance to allow for greater stopping distances while towing a trailer. Anticipate stops and brake gradually. 쐌 Do not use cruise control while towing a

trailer.

쐌 Check your hitch, trailer wiring harness con- nections, and trailer wheel lug nuts after 50
miles (80 km) of travel and at every break.

쐌 When stopped in traffic for long periods of time in hot weather, put the vehicle in the P (Park) position.

When towing a trailer, change transmis- sion oil more frequently. For additional information, see the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section.

FLAT TOWING

Towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground is sometimes called flat towing. This method is sometimes used when towing a ve- hicle behind a recreational vehicle, such as a motor home.

CAUTION

쐌 Failure to follow these guidelines in severe transmission

can result damage.

쐌 Whenever flat towing your vehicle, always tow forward, never backward. 쐌 DO NOT tow any automatic transmis- sion vehicle with all four wheels on the ground (flat towing). Doing so WILL DAMAGE internal transmission parts due to lack of transmission lu- brication.

쐌 For emergency towing procedures, refer to “Towing recommended by NISSAN” in the “6. In case of emer- gency” section of this manual.

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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION To tow a vehicle equipped with an automatic transmission, an appropriate vehicle dolly MUST be placed under the towed vehicle’s drive wheels. Always follow the dolly manufacturer’s recommendations when using their product. MANUAL TRANSMISSION 쐌 Always tow with the manual transmission in

Neutral.

쐌 After towing 500 miles, start and idle the engine with the transmission in Neutral for two minutes. Failure to idle the engine after every 500 miles of towing may cause damage to internal transmission parts.

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: Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified gov- ernment test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1 1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics 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 this tire is based on straight-ahead braking trac- tion tests, and does not include accel- eration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics.

Temperature A, B and C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sus- tained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required 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, under-inflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combi- nation, can cause heat build-up and possible tire failure.

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

(See Warranty Information Booklet for de- tails.)

For Canada: 쐌 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: 쐌 Nissan North America, Inc.

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

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

remedy

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 High- Traffic Safety Administration way (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 campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in in- dividual problems between you, your dealer, or NISSAN. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424- 9153); go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator, NHTSA, 400
Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590. You can also obtain other in- formation about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov. You may notify NISSAN by contacting our Consumer Affairs Department, toll-

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free, at 1-800-NISSAN-1 (1-800-647- 7261).

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 called the “ready condition” for an Inspection/ Maintenance (I/M) test of the emission control system. 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, check the vehicle’s inspection/ maintenance test readiness condition. Turn the ignition switch ON without starting the engine. If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) comes on steady for 20 seconds and then blinks for 10
seconds, the I/M test condition is “not ready”. If the MIL does not blink after 20 seconds, the I/M test condition is “ready”. If the MIL indicates the vehicle is in a “not ready” condition, drive the vehicle through the following pattern to set the vehicle to the ready condition. If you cannot or do not want to perform the driving pattern, a NISSAN dealer can conduct it for you.

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