1998 Nissan Frontier Owners Manual

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Foreword The inside pages of this manual contain a minimum of 50% recycled fibers, including 10% post-consumer fibers. Welcome to the growing family of new NISSAN owners. This vehicle has been delivered to you with confidence. It was produced using the latest techniques and strict quality control. This manual was prepared to help you understand the operation and maintenance of your vehicle so that you may enjoy many miles of driving pleasure. Please read through this manual before operating your vehicle. A separate Warranty Information and Maintenance Log Booklet explains details about the warranties covering your vehicle and vehicle maintenance schedules. Additionally, a separate Customer Care/Lemon Law Booklet will explain how to resolve any concerns you may have with your vehicle, as well as clarify your rights under your state’s lemon law. Your NISSAN dealership knows your vehicle best. When you require any service or have any questions, they will be glad to assist you with the extensive resources available to them. WARNING IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION REMINDERS FOR SAFETY! Follow these important driving rules to help ensure a safe and complete trip for you and your passengers † NEVER drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs. † ALWAYS observe posted speed limits and never drive too † ALWAYS use your seat belts and appropriate child restraint † ALWAYS provide information about the proper use of † ALWAYS review this owner’s manual for important safety vehicle safety features to all occupants of the vehicle. fast for conditions. systems. information. NOTES ON THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS OWNER’S MANUAL This owner’s manual contains descriptions and operating in- structions for all systems, features and optional equipment that might appear in any model of this vehicle built for any destina- tion in North America, including the continental United States, Canada and Hawaii. Therefore, you may find information in this manual that does not apply to your vehicle. For descriptions specified for four-wheel drive models, a the applicable the beginning of mark is placed at sections/items. As with other vehicles with features for off-road use, failure to operate four-wheel drive models correctly may result in loss of control or an accident. Be sure to read ‘‘Driving your four-wheel drive safely’’ in the ‘‘Starting and driving’’ section of this manual. ON-PAVEMENT AND OFF-ROAD DRIVING This vehicle will handle and maneuver differently from an ordinary passenger car because it has a higher center of gravity for off-road use. As with other vehicles with features of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or an accident. Be sure to read “On-pavement and off-road driving precau- tions”, and ‘‘Avoiding collision and rollover’’, and “Driving your four-wheel drive safely”, in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual. MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE This vehicle should not be modified. Modification could affect its performance, safety or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or perfor- mance problems resulting from modification may not be covered under NISSAN warranties. All information, specifications and illustrations in this manual are those in effect at the time of printing. NISSAN reserves the right to change specifications or design without notice and without obligation. © 1997 NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. U.S.A. this Owner’s Manual may be All rights reserved. No part of reproduced or stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form, or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Nissan North America, Inc., Torrance, California. Z X Welcome To The World Of NISSAN Your new Nissan is the result of our dedication to produce the finest in safe, reliable and economi- cal transportation. Your vehicle is the product of a successful worldwide company that manufac- tures cars and trucks in over 17 countries and distributes them in 170 nations. Nissan vehicles are designed and manufactured by Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. which was founded in Tokyo, Japan in 1933, and Nissan affiliates world wide, collectively growing to become the fifth largest automaker in the world. In addition to cars and trucks, Nissan also makes textile machinery, fork-lift trucks, marine engines, boats and other products. Nissan has made a substantial and growing investment in North America, starting with the opening of Nissan Motor Corporation U.S.A. in 1960, and continuing with the production of some cars and trucks at one of the world’s most AFW0001 modern manufacturing facilities, Nissan Motor Manufacturing Corporation U.S.A. in Smyrna, Tennessee, vehicle styling at Nissan Design International in San Diego, California, and engi- neering at Nissan Research and Development in Farmington Hills, Michigan. Nissan Motor Corporation U.S.A. and its dealers indirectly employ about 60,000 Americans. Nissan is also a substantial contributor to the Canadian economy. Nissan Canada Inc., its sup- pliers and over 170 dealers employ approxi- mately 4,500 people. These include company employees and the staffs of Nissan dealers all across Canada. In addition, many Canadians work for companies that supply Nissan and Nis- san dealers with materials and services ranging from operation of port facilities and transportation services to the supply of lubricants, parts and accessories. The inside pages of this manual contain a minimum of 50% recycled fibers, including 10% post-consumer fibers. Nissan pioneered the use of electronics and computers in automobiles, and has led the indus- try in improving both performance and fuel effi- ciency through new engine designs and the use of synthetic materials to reduce vehicle weight. The company has also developed ways to build quality into its vehicles at each stage of the production process, both through extensive use of automation and — most importantly — through an awareness that people are the cen- tral element in quality control. From the time the parts arrived from our suppli- ers until you took delivery of your new Nissan, dozens of checks were made to ensure that only the best job was being done in producing and delivering your vehicle. Nissan also takes great care to ensure that when you take your Nissan to your dealer for maintenance, the service techni- cian will perform his work according to the quality standards that have been established by the factory. Safety has also been built into your Nissan. As you know, seat belts are an integral part of the safety systems that will help protect you and your passengers in the event of a sudden stop or an accident. We urge you to use the belts every time you drive the vehicle. The Nissan story of growth and achievement reflects our major goal: to provide you, our customer, with a vehicle that is built with quality and craftsmanship — a product that we can be proud to build and you can be proud to own. Z X NISSAN CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAM NISSAN CARES ... Both NISSAN and your NISSAN dealer are dedicated to serving all your automotive needs. Your satisfaction with your vehicle and your NISSAN dealer are our primary concerns. Your NISSAN dealer is always available to assist you with all your automobile sales and service needs. if However, there is something that your NISSAN dealer cannot assist you with or you would like to provide NISSAN directly with comments or questions, please contact our (NISSAN’s) Consumer Affairs De- partment using our toll-free number: For U.S. mainland customers 1-800-NISSAN-1 (1-800-647-7261) For Hawaii customers (808) 836-0888 (Oahu Number) For Canada customers 1-800-387-0122 The Consumer Affairs Department will ask for the following infor- mation: — Your name, address, and telephone number — Vehicle identification number (on dashboard) — Date of purchase — Current odometer reading — Your NISSAN dealer’s name — Your comments or questions OR You can write to NISSAN with the information on the left at: For U.S. mainland and Alaska customers Nissan Motor Corporation U.S.A. Consumer Affairs Department P.O. Box 191 Gardena, California 90248-0191 For Hawaii customers Nissan Motor Corporation in Hawaii 2880 Kilihau St. Honolulu, Hawaii 96819 For Canada customers Nissan Canada Inc. 5290 Orbitor Drive Mississauga, Ontario L4W 4Z5 We appreciate your interest in NISSAN and thank you for buying a quality NISSAN vehicle. Z X IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS MANUAL You will see various symbols in this manual. They are used in the following ways: WARNING This is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that could cause death or serious personal injury. To avoid or reduce the risk, the procedures must be followed precisely. CAUTION This is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that could cause minor or moderate personal injury or damage to your vehicle. To avoid or reduce the risk, the procedures must be followed carefully. If you see this symbol, it means ‘‘Do not do this’’ or ‘‘Do not let this happen.’’ APD1005 Z X Table of Contents Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems Instruments and controls Pre-driving checks and adjustments Heater, air conditioner and audio systems Starting and driving In case of emergency Appearance and care Do-it-yourself Maintenance Technical and consumer information Index 10 11 Z X 1 Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems Front bucket seats..................................................1-2 Seat adjustment .....................................................1-2 Head restraints.......................................................1-3 Tilting front bucket seat..........................................1-4 Bench seat .............................................................1-4 Seat adjustment .....................................................1-4 Tilting bench seat...................................................1-5 Jump seats.............................................................1-6 Supplemental restraint system (supplemental air bag system).......................................................1-7 Supplemental air bag system...............................1-10 Passenger supplemental air bag on/off switch and light................................................................1-12 Warning labels......................................................1-15 Supplemental air bag warning light......................1-15 Seat belts .............................................................1-17 Precautions on seat belt usage ...........................1-17 Child safety...........................................................1-18 Pregnant women ..................................................1-19 Injured persons ....................................................1-19 Three-point type with retractor.............................1-20 Two-point type without retractor (jump seat and center of bench seat)....................................1-22 Seat belt extenders ..............................................1-25 Seat belt maintenance .........................................1-25 Child restraints .....................................................1-25 Front facing installation on front passenger seat (three-point type with retractor)....................1-27 Rear facing installation on front passenger seat (three-point type with retractor)....................1-30 Top strap child restraint .......................................1-33 Z X FRONT BUCKET SEATS ARS1094 ARS1095 APD0532 WARNING c Do not ride in a moving vehicle when the seatback is reclined. This can be dangerous. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. In an acci- dent you could be thrown into it and receive neck or other serious inju- ries. You could also slide under the lap belt and receive serious internal injuries. c For the most effective protection when the vehicle is in motion, the seat should be upright. Always sit well back in the seat and adjust the seat belt properly. See ‘‘Precautions on seat belt usage’’ later in this section. 1-2 Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems SEAT ADJUSTMENT WARNING c Do not adjust the driver’s seat while driving. The seat may move sud- denly and could cause loss of con- trol of the vehicle. c After adjustment, gently rock in the seat to make sure it is securely locked. Forward and backward Pull the lever up and hold it while you slide the seat forward or backward to the desired position. Release the lever to lock the seat in position. Z X NOTE: The head restraints on the bench-type seats are not adjustable. APD0531 MPA0001 Reclining To recline the seatback pull the lever up and lean back. To bring the seatback forward, pull the lever up and lean your body forward. The seatback moves forward. Release the lever to lock the seatback in position. HEAD RESTRAINTS Adjust the head restraint so the top is level with the tops of your ears. To raise the head restraint, pull it up. To lower, push the lock knob while pushing the head restraint down. WARNING Head restraints should be adjusted properly as they may provide significant protection against injury in an accident. Do not remove them. Check the adjust- ment after someone else uses the seat. Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1-3 Z X BENCH SEAT Forward and Backward Pull the lever up and hold it while you slide the seat forward or backward to the desired position. Release the lever to lock the seat in position. ARS1025 ARS1112 TILTING FRONT BUCKET SEAT The front passenger’s seat can be tilted to make it easier for jump seat passengers to get in and out. To tilt the seatback, pull the reclining lever up or push the tilt lever down. The seat automatically moves forward. To return the seat, move the whole seat back- ward, then push the seatback up until it locks. WARNING After adjustment, gently rock in the seat to make sure it is securely locked. SEAT ADJUSTMENT WARNING c Do not use a child restraint in the center position of the front bench seat. This position is not suitable for child restraint installation. c Do not adjust the bench seat while driving. The seat may move sud- denly and could cause loss of con- trol of the vehicle. c After adjustment, gently rock in the seat to make sure it is securely locked. 1-4 Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems Z X down, then pull the seatback forward. WARNING After adjustment, gently rock in the seat to make sure it is securely locked. APD0703 TILTING BENCH SEAT The bench seat can be tilted forward to make it easier to remove the jacking tools from the storage area. To tilt the seatback, push the tilting lever Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1-5 Z X JUMP SEATS ARS1026 WARNING c Do not install a child restraint in the jump seats (King Cab model). These seats are not suitable for child re- straint installation. c When folding the jump seat, be careful not to squeeze your finger between the seat cushion and the body side. 1-6 Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems Z X SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (supplemental air bag system) This Supplemental Restraint System section contains important information concerning the driver and passenger supplemental air bags. The Supplemental Restraint System Air Bag can help reduce impact force to the driver and to the front passenger in certain frontal collisions. The supplemental air bags are designed to supplement the crash pro- tection provided by the driver and front pas- senger seat belts and are not a substitute for them. The seat belts should always be correctly worn and the driver and front pas- senger seated a suitable distance away from the steering wheel and instrument panel. See ‘‘Seat belts’’ for instructions and precau- tions on seat belt usage later in this section. The supplemental air bags operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON or START position. WARNING c The supplemental air bags ordinarily will not inflate in the event of a side impact, rear impact, roll over, or lower severity frontal collision. Al- ways wear your seat belts to help reduce the risk or severity of injury in various kinds of accidents. ARS1091 ARS1096 c The seat belts and the supplemental air bags are most effective when you are sitting back and upright in the seat. Supplemental air bags inflate If you are unre- with great force. strained, leaning forward, sitting sideways or out of position in any way, you are at greater risk of injury or death in a crash and may also receive serious or fatal injuries from the supplemental air bag if you are up against it when it inflates. Always sit back against the seatback and as far away as practical from the steer- ing wheel or instrument panel. Al- ways use the seat belts. c Keep hands on the outside of the steering wheel. Placing them inside the steering wheel rim could increase the risk that they are injured when the supplemental air bag inflates. Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1-7 Z X ARS1094 ARS1097 ARS1041 1-8 Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems ARS1042 Z X ARS1043 ARS1098 WARNING c Never let children ride unrestrained. Do not attempt to hold them in your lap or arms. Some examples of dan- gerous riding positions are shown in the previous illustrations. c Children may be severly injured or killed when the supplemental air bag inflates if they are not properly re- strained. c Never install a rear-facing child re- straint in the front seat without turn- ing OFF the air bag. Be sure to turn the air bag OFF. An inflating supple- mental air bag could seriously injure or kill your child. See ‘‘Child re- straints’’ later in this section for de- tails. ARS1044 ARS1099 Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1-9 Z X SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG SYSTEM The driver’s supplemental air bag is located in the center of the steering wheel. The passen- ger’s supplemental air bag is located in the top right section of the instrument panel. These systems are designed to meet optional certification requirements under U.S. regula- 1-10 Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems tions. They are also permitted in Canada. The optional certification allows air bags to be designed to inflate somewhat less forcefully than previously. However, all of the infor- mation, cautions and warnings in this manual still apply and must be followed. ARS1116 The supplemental air bag system is designed to inflate in higher severity frontal collisions, although it may inflate if the forces in another type of collision are similar to those of a higher severity frontal impact. It may not inflate in certain frontal collisions. Vehicle damage (or lack of it) is not always an indication of proper supplemental air bag operation. The front passenger supplemental air bag is equipped with an ON/OFF switch. Because no rear seat exists where a rear facing child restraint can be secured, the switch is de- signed to turn OFF the passenger supple- mental air bag so that a rear facing child restraint can be used in the front passenger seat. See ‘‘Passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch and light’’ later in this section for details. When the supplemental air bag inflates, a fairly loud noise may be heard, followed by the release of smoke. This smoke is not harmful and does not indicate a fire, but care should be taken not to unintentionally inhale it, as it may cause irritation and choking. Those with a history of a breathing condition should get fresh air promptly. The supplemental air bags, along with the use of the seat belt, helps to cushion the impact force on the face and chest of the occupant. Z X It can help save lives and reduce serious injuries. However, an inflating supplemental air bag may cause facial abrasions or other injuries. Supplemental air bags do not pro- vide restraint to the lower body. Seat belts should be correctly worn and the driver and passenger seated upright as far as practical away from the steering wheel or dashboard. Since the supplemental air bags inflate quickly in order to help protect the front occupants, the force of the supplemen- tal air bag inflating can increase the risk of injury if is too close to or against the supplemental air bag module during inflation. The supplemental air bags deflate quickly after a collision. The supplemental air bags operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON or START position. the occupant WARNING c Do not attach any objects to the steering wheel pad or on the instru- ment panel. Also, do not place any objects between any occupant and the steering wheel or on the instru- ment panel. Such objects may become dangerous projectiles and cause injury if the supplemental air bag inflates. c Right after inflation, several supple- mental air bag system components will be hot. Do not touch them; you may severely burn yourself. c No unauthorized changes should be made to any components or wiring of the supplemental air bag system. This is to prevent accidental inflation of the supplemental air bag or damage to the supplemental air bag system. c Do not make unauthorized changes to your vehicle’s electrical system, sus- pension system or front end structure. This could affect proper operation of the supplemental air bag system. c Tampering with the supplemental air bag system may result in serious per- sonal injury. Tampering includes changes to the steering wheel and the instrument panel assembly by placing material over the steering wheel pad, above the dashboard, or by installing additional trim material around the supplemental air bag system. c Work around and on the supplemen- tal air bag system should be done by an authorized NISSAN dealer. Installa- tion of electrical equipment should also be done by an authorized NIS- SAN dealer. The yellow SRS wiring- should not be modified or discon- nected. Unauthorized electrical test equipment devices should not be used on the supple- mental air bag system. probing and c SRS wiring harnesses are covered with yellow insulation either just be- fore the harness connectors or over the complete harness for easy iden- tification. When selling your vehicle, we request that you inform the buyer about the supplemental air bag system and guide the buyer to the appropriate sections in this Owner’s Manual. Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1-11 Z X PASSENGER SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG ON/OFF SWITCH AND LIGHT. WARNING Air bags and seat belts are designed to work as a unit. Do not switch the air bag OFF unless you meet federal govern- ment criteria. Switching off the air bag may increase the risk of serious or fatal injuries in a collision where the air bag would have inflated. The passenger air bag ON/OFF switch is located in the center of the instrument panel, near the ashtray. It can be used to turn the passenger supplemental air bag OFF. In rare instances, some passengers are ex- posed to serious injury risks from inflating air bags, especially if not properly restrained. The U.S. and Canadian federal governments recognize other limited circumstances in which an air bag could reduce safety. The passenger air bag ON/OFF switch is, there- fore, allowed in this vehicle. Because the overall benefits of air bags are great, in most situations air bags should not be switched off unless special government criteria exist. Z X 1-12 Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems ARS1117 The ON/OFF switch should ONLY be used to turn the passenger supplemental air bag OFF when the following government criteria exist: c Infants (less than 1 year old) in rear facing child restraints MUST be placed in the front passenger seat. c Children ages 1-12 years MUST be placed in the front passenger seat. c The passenger has a medical condition which, according to a physician, causes the air bag to pose a special risk and makes the potential harm from the air bag greater than the potential harm from turning off the air bag. Seat belts and child restraints should al- ways be properly used. See “Precautions on seat belt usage” and “Child restraints” later in this section for details. To turn the passenger supplemental air bag OFF, insert the ignition key in the passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch and turn the switch clockwise to the OFF posi- tion. Then remove the key. When the igni- tion is turned to the ON or START position the passenger air bag OFF indicator light will illuminate to indicate the air bag is OFF. To turn the passenger supplemental air bag ON, insert the ignition key in the passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch and turn the switch counter clockwise to the ON position. Then remove the key. When the ignition is turned to the ON or START position the passenger air bag OFF indica- tor light will illuminate for 7 seconds to indicate the system is working properly and then go out to indicate that the passenger supplemental air bag is ON. When the switch is turned to the ON posi- tion, the passenger supplemental air bag is enabled and could inflate in a frontal colli- sion. When the switch is turned to the OFF the passenger supplemental air position, bag is disabled and will not inflate in a frontal collision. The passenger supplemen- tal air bag OFF indicator light on the instru- ment panel illuminates when the passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch is turned to the OFF position. The driver’s side supplemental air bag always remains en- abled and is not affected by the passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch. The passenger supplemental air bag light, displaying OFF in the center of the instru- ment panel, monitors the position of the passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch. When the ignition key is in the ON or START position, illuminates for about 7 seconds and then turns off if the air bag is ON, or stays on if the air bag is OFF. the light WARNING c Do not switch the air bag OFF unless you meet the federal government cri- teria outlined below. This vehicle is equipped with seat belts with a ‘‘load limiter’’ feature. The seat belts are designed to work with the air bags to reduce the risk of injury in a colli- sion. The seat belts are designed to release additional belt webbing dur- ing some collisions to reduce the concentration of force on the occu- pant’s chest area. In a collision with the air bag turned OFF, the seat belt may allow the occupant enough for- ward movement to incur serious or fatal injuries. Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1-13 Z X c If the supplemental air bag warning light located in the instrument panel next to the speedometer comes on when the passenger supplemental air bag OFF light is also illuminated, something may be wrong with the air bag system. Infants, children ages 1-12 or persons with special medical conditions should not use the front passenger seat until the system is checked by your NISSAN dealer. c Keep the passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch turned ON unless a rear-facing child restraint must be used in the front seat, if children ages 1-12 must be placed in the front seat, or if the passenger has a medical condition, which, ac- cording to a physician, causes the air bag to pose a special risk of harm (the federal government criteria). If the switch is OFF, the air bag will not inflate in a collision as designed and the extra protection provided by the air bag may be lost. c Be sure to turn the passenger supple- mental air bag ON/OFF switch OFF when using a rear facing child re- straint in the front passenger seat. If it is not OFF, the air bag may inflate in a collision. The force of the rapidly inflating air bag could cause serious injury or kill the child in the child restraint. Children ages 1-12 and per- sons with special medical conditions may also be at risk from an inflating air bag. 1-14 Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems Z X WARNING LABELS SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT Warning labels about the supplemental air bag system are placed in the vehicle as shown in the illustration. ARS1028 ARS1029 The supplemental air bag warning light, displaying AIR BAG in the instrument panel, monitors the circuits of the supplemental air bag. The circuits monitored by the supple- mental air bag warning light are the diagno- sis sensor unit, the supplemental air bag module and all related wiring. When the ignition key is in the ON or START position, the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates for about 7 seconds and then turns off. This means the system is operational. If any of the following conditions occur, the supplemental air bag needs servicing and Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1-15 Z X should be taken to your nearest authorized NISSAN dealer: 1. The supplemental air bag warning light does not come on and remain on for 7 seconds and then go off as described above. 2. The supplemental air bag warning light flashes intermittently or remains on. 3. The supplemental air bag warning light does not come on at all. Under these conditions, the Supplemental Restraint System (supplemental air bag system) may not function properly. It must be checked and repaired. WARNING is on, If the supplemental air bag warning light the supplemental air bag system will not operate in an accident. it could mean that inflation has occurred. illuminated after Repair and replacement of the supplemen- tal air bag system should be done only by an authorized NISSAN dealer. To ensure long-term functioning, the system must be inspected 10 years after the date of manufacture noted on the certification label located on the driver side front pillar. When maintenance work is required on the vehicle, the supplemental air bag system and related parts should be pointed out to the person conducting the maintenance. The ignition key must always be in the LOCK position when working under the hood or inside the vehicle. WARNING c The supplemental air bag system should be inspected by an autho- rized NISSAN dealer if there is any damage to the front end portion of the vehicle. an c If you need to dispose of the supple- mental air bag or scrap the vehicle, contact authorized NISSAN dealer. Correct supplemental air bag disposal procedures are set forth in the appropriate NISSAN Service Manual. Incorrect disposal proce- dures could cause personal injury. c Once the supplemental air bag in- the supplemental air bag flates, module will not function again and should be replaced by an authorized NISSAN dealer. The supplemental air bag module cannot be repaired. Repair and replacement procedure The supplemental air bag system is de- signed to inflate on a one-time-only basis. As a reminder, unless it is damaged, the supplemental air bag warning light remains 1-16 Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems Z X SEAT BELTS ARS1101 ARS1100 ARS1103 PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT USAGE Your chances of being injured in an acci- dent and/or the severity of injury may be greatly reduced if you are wearing your seat belt and it is properly adjusted. NISSAN strongly encourages you and all of your passengers to buckle up every time you drive, even if your seating position includes a supplemental air bag. Most U.S. States and Canadian prov- inces or territories may specify that seat belts be worn at all times when a vehicle is being driven. WARNING c Every person who drives or rides in this vehicle should use a seat belt at all times. Children should be prop- erly restrained and, if appropriate, in child restraints. c The belt should be properly adjusted to a snug fit. Failure to do so may reduce the effectiveness of the entire restraint system and increase the chance or severity of injury in an acci- dent. Serious injury or death can occur if the seat belt is not worn properly. c Always route the shoulder belt over your shoulder and across your chest. Never run the belt behind your back, under your arm or across your neck. The belt should be away from your face and neck, but not falling off your shoulder. c Position the lap belt as low as pos- sible AROUND THE HIPS, NOT THE WAIST. A lap belt worn too high could increase the risk of internal injuries in an accident. Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1-17 Z X c Be sure the seat belt tongue is se- curely fastened to the proper buckle. c Do not wear the belt inside out or twisted. Doing so may reduce its effectiveness. c Do not allow more than one person to use the same belt. c Never carry more people in the ve- hicle than there are seat belts. c Never allow anyone to ride in the cargo area or in a slide-in camper or other type cargo area cover while the vehicle is in motion. These areas do not con- tain seat belts. It is not designed for passengers. They could be injured in sudden braking or a collision. c If the seat belt warning lamp glows continuously while the ignition is turned ON with all doors closed and all seat belts fastened, it may indi- cate a malfunction in the system. Have the system checked by an au- thorized NISSAN dealer. c All seat belt assemblies including retractors and attaching hardware should be inspected after any colli- sion at an authorized NISSAN dealer. NISSAN recommends that all seat- belt assemblies in use during a colli- sion be replaced unless the collision was minor and the belts show no damage and continue to operate properly. Seat belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either dam- age or improper operation is noted. CHILD SAFETY Children need adults to help protect them. They need to be properly restrained. The proper restraint depends on the child’s size. Generally, infants (up to about 1 year and less than 20 pounds) should be placed in rear facing child restraints. Front facing child restraints are available for children who outgrow rear facing child restraints. WARNING c Be sure to turn the passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch OFF when using a rear facing child restraint in the front passenger seat. If it is not OFF, the air bag may inflate 1-18 Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems in a collision. The force of the rapidly inflating air bag could cause serious injury or kill the child in the child restraint. c Do not install a child restraint in the jump seats (King Cab model). These seats are not suitable for child re- straint installation. c Do not install a child restraint in the center position of the front bench seat. This position is not suitable for child restraint installation. c Infants and children need special pro- tection. The vehicle’s seat belts may not fit them properly. The shoulder belt may come too close to the face or neck. The lap belt may not fit over their small hip bones. In an accident, an improperly fitting seat belt could cause serious or fatal injury. Always use appropriate child restraints. All U.S. states and Canadian provinces require the use of approved child restraints for infants and small children. See ‘‘Child restraints’’ later in this section for more information. In addition, there are many types of child Z X PREGNANT WOMEN NISSAN recommends that pregnant women use seat belts. Contact your doctor for spe- cific recommendations. The lap belt should be worn snug and positioned as low as possible around the hips, not the waist. INJURED PERSONS NISSAN recommends that injured persons use seat belts, depending on the injury. Check with your doctor for specific recom- mendations. restraints available for larger children which should be used for maximum protection. NISSAN recommends that all preteens and children be restrained in the rear seat if available. According to accident statistics, children are safer when prop- erly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat. This is especially important because your vehicle has a supplemental re- straint system (Supplemental air bag system) for the front passenger (For pre- cautions, see ‘‘Supplemental restraint system’’ earlier in this section). Also, see ‘‘Passenger air bag ON/OFF switch and light’’ earlier in this section. Infants and small children NISSAN recommends that infants or small children be seated in child restraints that comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. You should choose a child restraint which fits your vehicle and always follow the manufacturer’s instruc- tions for installation and use. Larger children Children who are too large for child re- straints should be seated and restrained by the seat belts which are provided. If the child’s seating position has a shoulder belt that fits close to the face or neck, the use of a booster seat (commercially avail- able) may help overcome this. The booster seat should raise the child so the shoulder belt is properly positioned across the top, middle portion of the shoulder and the lap belt is low on the hips. The booster seat should fit the vehicle seat and have a label certifying that it complies with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Canadian Mo- tor Vehicle Safety Standards. Once the child has grown so the shoulder belt is no longer on or near the face and neck, use the shoulder belt without the booster seat. WARNING Never let a child stand or kneel on any seat and do not allow a child in the cargo areas while the vehicle is mov- ing. The child could be seriously in- jured or killed in an accident. Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1-19 Z X you could be thrown into it and re- ceive neck or other serious injuries. You could also slide under the lap belt and receive serious internal injuries. c For most effective protection when the vehicle is in motion, the seat should be upright. Always sit well back in the seat and adjust the seat belt properly. Fastening the belt 1. Adjust the seat. 2. Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retrac- tor and insert the tongue into the buckle until it clicks. ARS1104 THREE-POINT TYPE WITH RETRACTOR WARNING c Every person who drives or rides in this vehicle should use a seat belt at all times. Children should be prop- erly restrained and, if appropriate, in a child restraint. c Do not ride in a moving vehicle when the seatback is reclined. This can be dangerous. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. In an accident 1-20 Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems ARS1110 The retractor is designed to lock during a sudden stop or on impact. A slow pulling motion permits the belt to move, and allows you some freedom of move- ment in the seat. 3. Position the lap belt portion low on the hips as shown. 4. Pull the shoulder belt portion toward the retractor to take up extra slack. The front passenger side seat belt has a cinching mechanism for child restraint in- stallation. It is referred to as the automatic locking mode. Z X When the cinching mechanism is activated the seat belt cannot be extracted again until the seat belt tongue is detached from the buckle and the seat belt is fully retracted. See ‘‘Child restraints ’’ later in this section for more information. The automatic locking mode should be used only for child restraint installation. During normal seat belt use by a passen- ger, the locking mode should not be activated. If it is activated it may cause uncomfortable seat belt tension. forward. The retractor should lock and restrict further belt movement. the retractor does not If lock during this check, or if you have any questions about seat belt operation, see an authorized NIS- SAN dealer. ARS1054 Unfastening the seat belt To unfasten the belt, press the button on the buckle. The seat belt automatically retracts. Checking seat belt operation Seat belt retractors are designed to lock belt movement by two separate methods: 1) When the belt is pulled quickly from the retractor. 2) When the vehicle slows down rapidly. To increase your confidence in the belts, check the operation as follows: c Grasp the shoulder belt and pull quickly Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1-21 Z X WARNING c After adjustment, release the but- tons and try to move the shoulder belt anchor up and down to make sure it is securely fixed in position. c The shoulder belt anchor height should be adjusted to the position best for you. Failure to do so may reduce the effectiveness of the en- tire restraint system and increase the chance of severity of injury in an accident. ARS1113 Shoulder belt height adjustment (for front seats) The shoulder belt anchor height should be adjusted to the position best for you. (See ‘‘Precautions on Seat Belt Usage’’ earlier in this section.) To adjust, squeeze the adjust- ment buttons and move the shoulder belt anchor to the desired position, so the belt passes over the center of the shoulder. The belt should be away from your face and neck, but not falling off of your shoulder. Release the adjustment buttons to lock the shoulder belt anchor into position. 1-22 Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems ARS1114 TWO-POINT TYPE WITHOUT RETRACTOR (Jump seat and center of bench seat) WARNING c Do not install a child restraint in the jump seats (King Cab model). These seats are not suitable for child re- straint installation. c Do not install a child restraint in the center position of the front bench seat. This position is not suitable for child restraint installation. Z X c Serious or fatal injury could occur. Selecting correct set of belts The center seat belt buckle and tongue are identified by CENTER marks. The center seat belt tongue can only be fastened into the center seat belt buckle. ARS1055 ARS1115 Fastening the belt 1. Insert the tongue into the buckle until it clicks. 2. Tighten the belt by pulling the free end of the belt away from the tongue, then pull the belt clip to take up the slack. Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1-23 Z X ARS1076 ARS1057 ARS1058 3. Position the lap belt low on the hips as illustrated. 4. Loosen the belt by holding the tongue at a right angle to the belt, then pull on the belt. Unfastening the belt To unfasten the belt, press the button on the buckle. 1-24 Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems Z X is not possible to properly fit SEAT BELT EXTENDERS If, because of body size or driving position, it the lap- shoulder belt and fasten it, an extender is available which is compatible with the in- stalled seat belts. The extender adds ap- proximately 8 inches (200 mm) of length and may be used for either the driver or right passenger seating position. See an autho- rized NISSAN dealer for assistance if the extender is required. WARNING c Only NISSAN belt extenders, made by the same company which made the original equipment belts, should be used with NISSAN belts. c Persons who can use the standard seat belt should not use an extender. Such unnecessary use could result in serious personal injury in the event of an accident. SEAT BELT MAINTENANCE c To clean the seat belt webbings, apply a mild soap solution or any solution rec- ommended for cleaning upholstery or carpets. Then brush, wipe with a cloth and allow it to dry in the shade. Do not allow the seat belts to retract until they are completely dry. c If dirt builds up in the shoulder belt guide of the seat belt anchors, the seat belts may retract slowly. Wipe the shoul- der belt guide with a clean, dry cloth. c Periodically check to see that the seat belt and the metal components, such as buckles, tongues, retractors, flexible wires and anchors, work properly. If loose parts, deterioration, cuts or other damage on the webbing is found, the entire seat belt assembly should be replaced. CHILD RESTRAINTS ARS1098 WARNING c Infants and small children should always be placed in an appropriate child restraint while riding in the ve- hicle. Failure to use a child restraint can result in serious injury or death. c Children and infants should never be carried on your lap. It is not possible for even the strongest adult to resist the forces of a severe accident. The child could be crushed between the adult and parts of the vehicle. Also, do not put the same seat belt around both your child and yourself. Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1-25 Z X c Never install a rear-facing child re- straint in the front seat, unless the passenger supplemental air bag is OFF. Be sure to turn the passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch OFF. An inflating air bag could seri- ously injure or kill your child. See ‘‘Passenger air bag ON/OFF switch and light’’ earlier in this section. c An improperly installed child re- straint could lead to serious injury or death in an accident. c In general, child restraints are de- signed to be installed with a lap belt or the lap portion of a three-point type seat belt. Child restraints for infants and small chil- dren of various sizes are offered by several manufacturers. When selecting any child restraint, keep the following points in mind: 1) Choose only a restraint with a label cer- tifying that it complies with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or Cana- dian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213. 2) Check the child restraint in your vehicle to be sure it is compatible with the vehi- cle’s seat and seat belt system. Choose a child restraint that meets the guidelines of the Society of Automotive Engineers recommended practice J1819 for child restraint installation. 3) If the child restraint is compatible with your vehicle, place your child in the child restraint and check the various adjust- ments to be sure the child restraint is compatible with your child. Always follow all of the recommended procedures. All U.S. states and provinces of Canada require that infants and small children be restrained in an approved child restraint at all times while the vehicle is being operated. WARNING c Do not install a child restraint in the jump seats (King Cab model). These seats are not suitable for child re- straint installation. c Do not install a child restraint in the center position of the front bench seat. This position is not suitable for child restraint installation. c Improper use of a child restraint can result in increased injuries for both the infant or child and other occu- pants in the vehicle. c Follow all of the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions for in- stallation and use. When purchasing a child restraint, be sure to select one which will fit your child and vehicle as it may not be possible to properly install some types of child restraints in your vehicle. c If the child restraint is not anchored properly, the risk of a child being injured in a collision or a sudden stop greatly increases. c Adjustable seatbacks should be po- sitioned to fit the child restraint, but as upright as possible. c After attaching the child restraint, test it before you place the child in it. Tilt it from side to side. Try to tug it forward and check to see if the belt holds the restraint in place. If the restraint is not secure, tighten the belt as necessary. 1-26 Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems Z X c For a front facing child restraint, check to make sure the shoulder belt does not go in front of the child’s face or neck. If it does, put the shoul- der belt behind the child restraint. c When your child restraint is not in use, keep it secured with a seat belt to prevent from being thrown around in case of a sudden stop or accident. it CAUTION Remember that a child restraint left in a closed vehicle can become very hot. Check the seating surface and buckles before placing your child in the child restraint. c The three-point belt in your vehicle is equipped with a locking mode re- tractor which must be used when installing a child restraint. c Failure to use the retractor’s locking mode will result in the child restraint not being properly secured. The re- straint could tip over or otherwise be unsecured and cause injury to the child in a sudden stop or collision. c Be sure to turn the passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch OFF when using a rear facing child restraint in the front passenger seat. If it is not OFF, the air bag may inflate in a collision. The force of the rapidly inflating air bag could cause serious injury or kill the child in the child restraint. c If the supplemental air bag warning light located in the instrument panel next to the speedometer comes on when the passenger supplemental air bag OFF indicator light is also illumi- nated, something may be wrong ARS1109 FRONT FACING INSTALLATION ON FRONT PASSENGER SEAT (Three-point type with retractor) WARNING c Keep the passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch turned ON unless a rear-facing child restraint is used in the front seat. If the switch is OFF the air bag will not inflate in a collision as designed. Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1-27 Z X with the air bag system. Do not use a child restraint in the front passenger seat until the system is checked by your NISSAN dealer. WARNING When installing a rear facing child re- straint, the passenger supplemental air bag must be disabled using the ON/OFF switch. See ‘‘Passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch and light’’ earlier in this section. ARS1093 ARS1073 If you choose to install a child restraint in the front seat, follow these steps: 1. Position the child restraint on the front passenger seat. Always follow the re- straint manufacturer’s instructions. 2. Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint and insert the belt tongue into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage. Be sure to follow the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions for belt routing. 1-28 Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems Z X ARS1034 ARS1074 ARS1111 3. Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt is fully extended. At this time, the retractor is in the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode). It reverts back to emergency locking mode when the belt is fully retracted. 4. Allow the belt to retract. Pull up on the belt to remove any slack in the belt. 5. Before placing the child in the child re- straint, use force to tilt the child restraint from side to side, and tug it forward to make sure it is securely held in place. 6. Check that the retractor is in the auto- matic locking mode by trying to pull more belt out of the retractor. If you cannot pull any more belt webbing out of the retrac- tor, the belt is in the automatic locking mode. 7. Check to make sure the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use. If the belt is not locked, repeat steps three through six. Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1-29 Z X After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt is allowed to wind back into the retractor, the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode) is canceled; The seat belt only locks during a sudden stop or impact. bag OFF indicator light is also illumi- nated, something may be wrong with the air bag system. Do not use a child restraint in the front passenger seat until the system is checked by your NISSAN dealer. c The three-point belt in your vehicle is equipped with a locking mode re- tractor which must be used when installing a child restraint. c Failure to use the retractor’s locking mode will result in the child restraint not being properly secured. The re- straint could tip over or otherwise be unsecured and cause injury to the child in a sudden stop or collision. REAR FACING INSTALLATION ON FRONT PASSENGER SEAT (Three-point type with retractor) WARNING c Keep the passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch turned ON unless a rear-facing child restraint is used in the front seat. If the switch is OFF the air bag will not inflate in a collision as designed. c Be sure to turn the passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch OFF when using a rear facing child restraint in the front passenger seat. If it is not OFF, the air bag may inflate in a collision. The force of the rapidly inflating air bag could cause serious injury or kill the child in the child restraint. See ‘‘Passenger supple- mental air bag ON/OFF switch and light’’ earlier in this section. c If the supplemental air bag warning light located in the instrument panel next to the speedometer comes on when the passenger supplemental air 1-30 Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems Z X ARS1105 ARS1106 ARS1092 If you choose to install a child restraint, follow these steps: 1. Position the child restraint on the front passenger seat. Always follow the re- straint manufacturer’s instructions. 2. Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint and insert the belt tongue into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage. Be sure to follow the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions for belt routing. 3. Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt is fully extended. At this time, the belt retractor is in the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode). It reverts back to emergency locking mode when the belt is fully retracted. Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1-31 Z X After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt is allowed to wind back into the retractor, the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode) is canceled; the emergency locking retractor may be used as normal and will only lock during a sudden stop or impact. ARS1107 ARS1108 4. Allow the belt to retract. Pull up on the belt to remove any slack in the belt. 5. Before placing the child in the child re- straint, use force to tilt the child restraint from side to side, and tug it forward to make sure it is securly held in place. 6. Ensure the retractor is in the automatic locking mode by trying to pull more belt out of the retractor. If you cannot pull any more belt webbing out of the retractor, the belt is in the automatic locking mode. 7. Check to make sure the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use. If the lap belt is not locked, repeat steps three through six. 1-32 Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems Z X WARNING c Do not install a child restraint in the center position of the front bench seat. This position is not suitable for child restraint installation. c A child restraint anchor point is de- signed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child re- straints. Under no circumstances is it to be used for adult seat belts or harnesses. ARS1086 TOP STRAP CHILD RESTRAINT If your child restraint has a top strap, install the anchor bracket to the provided anchor point. Secure the child restraint with the three-point seat belt and latch the top strap hook onto the anchor bracket. Make sure the shoulder belt is placed between the seat back and child restraint. To install the an- chor bracket, a metric bolt of the dimensions listed below must be used. Bolt diameter: 8.0 mm Bolt length: more than 1.18 in (30 mm) Thread pitch: 1.25 mm Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1-33 Z X ARS1087 Anchor point location An anchor point is located under the rear window. The back panel carpet is perfo- rated to allow access to the anchor point. An authorized NISSAN dealer can assist you with the installation of your child re- straint. 1-34 Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems Z X 2 Instruments and controls Meters and gauges ................................................2-2 Speedometer and odometer ..................................2-3 Tachometer (if so equipped)..................................2-5 Engine coolant temperature gauge........................2-5 Fuel gauge .............................................................2-6 Warning/indicator lights and chimes ......................2-7 Theft warning (if so equipped) .............................2-12 Headlight and turn signal switch..........................2-14 Daytime running light system (Canada only).......2-14 Windshield wiper and washer switch...................2-15 Instrument brightness control...............................2-16 Hazard warning flasher switch.............................2-16 Cigarette lighter (accessory) and ash tray...........2-17 Power point (if so equipped)................................2-17 Cup holder (if so equipped) .................................2-18 Dome light and cargo light...................................2-19 Map lights (if so equipped)...................................2-19 Manual windows...................................................2-20 Power windows (if so equipped)..........................2-20 Automatic power window switch ..........................2-21 Rear sliding window (if so equipped)...................2-21 Sunroof (if so equipped).......................................2-22 Z X METERS AND GAUGES 2-2 Instruments and controls AIC1054 Z X SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER Speedometer The speedometer indicates vehicle speed. Odometer The odometer records the total distance the vehicle has been driven. AIC1022 Instruments and controls 2-3 Z X Trip odometer The trip odometer records the distance of individual trips. Before each trip reset the trip odometer. Push the reset knob to change the display as follows: 2-4 Instruments and controls ODO (odometer)ﬁ TRIP Aﬁ TRIP Bﬁ ODO. Push and hold the reset knob for more than 1 second to reset either trip odometer. AIC1053 Z X TACHOMETER (if so equipped) ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE AIC0744 AIC0737 The tachometer indicates engine speed in revolutions per minute (r/min). CAUTION When engine speed approaches the red zone, shift to a higher gear. Oper- ating the engine in the red zone may cause serious engine damage. The gauge indicates the engine coolant temperature. The engine coolant temperature varies with the outside air temperature and driving con- ditions. CAUTION If the gauge indicates over the normal range, stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible. If the engine is over- heated, continued operation of the ve- hicle may seriously damage the engine. See the ‘‘In case of emergency’’ section for immediate action required. Instruments and controls 2-5 Z X CAUTION If the vehicle is driven with the fuel level very low, the malfunction indicator light may come on. Refuel as soon as possible. After driving for a while, the light should remain off. If the light re- mains on, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized NISSAN dealer. For additional information, see the ‘‘Malfunction indicator light (MIL)’’ later in this section. FUEL GAUGE AIC0738 The gauge indicates the APPROXIMATE fuel level in the tank. The gauge may move slightly during brak- ing, turning, acceleration, or going up or downhill. The gauge needle is designed to hold its position when the ignition key is turned OFF. Refill the fuel tank before the gauge registers E (Empty). 2-6 Instruments and controls Z X WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND CHIMES Turn signal/hazard indicator lights Charge warning light or Brake warning light Low fuel warning light (if so equipped) Overdrive off indicator light (automatic transmission only) Malfunction indicator light High beam indicator light Low washer fluid warning light or Anti-lock brake warning light Seat belt reminder light and chime 4-wheel drive indicator light Supplemental air bag warning light Engine oil pressure warning light Cruise indicator light (if so equipped) Passenger supplemental air bag OFF indicator light. Checking bulbs Apply the parking brake and turn the ignition key to ON without starting the engine. The following lights come on: or The following lights come on briefly and then go off: or If any light fails to come on, it may indicate a burned-out bulb or an open circuit in the electrical system. Have the system repaired promptly. Turn signal/hazard indicator lights These lights flash when the turn signal switch or hazard switch is turned on. or Brake warning light functions for both the parking This light brake and the foot brake systems. When the ignition key is in the ON position, the light comes on when the parking brake is applied and also warns of a low brake fluid level. If the light comes on while the engine is running with the parking brake not Instruments and controls 2-7 Z X applied, stop the vehicle and perform the following: 1. Check the brake fluid level. Add brake fluid as necessary. See ‘‘Brake and clutch fluid’’ in the ‘‘Do-it-yourself’’ section of this manual. 2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the warning system checked by an autho- rized NISSAN dealer. WARNING c Your brake system may not be work- ing properly if the warning light is on. Driving could be dangerous. If you judge it to be safe, drive carefully to the nearest service station for repairs. Otherwise have your vehicle towed. c Pressing the brake pedal with the engine stopped and/or low brake fluid level may increase your stop- ping distance and require greater pedal effort as well as pedal travel. 2-8 Instruments and controls c If the level is below the minimum mark on the brake fluid reservoir, do not drive until the brake system has been checked at an authorized NIS- SAN dealer. High beam indicator light This blue light comes on when the headlight high beams are on and goes out when the low beams are selected. Seat belt warning light and chime The light and chime remind you to fasten your seat belts. If the driver’s seat belt is NOT securely fastened when the ignition key is turned to ON or START, the chime sounds five times and the light illuminates. Supplemental air bag warning light When the ignition key is in the ON or START position, the supplemental air bag light illu- minates for about 7 seconds and then turns off. This means the system is operational. If any of the following conditions occur, the supplemental air bag needs servicing and your vehicle must be taken to an authorized authorized NISSAN dealer: 1. The supplemental air bag light does not come on and remain on for 7 seconds and then go off as described above. 2. The supplemental air bag light flashes intermittently or remains on. 3. The supplemental air bag light does not come on at all. Unless checked and repaired, the Supple- mental restraint system (air bag system) may not function properly. For additional details on the Supplemental restraint system (Supple- mental air bag system), see the ‘‘Seats, re- straints and supplemental air bag systems’’ section of this manual WARNING If the supplemental air bag warning light is on, it could mean that the air bag will not operate in an accident. Z X Passenger supplemental air bag OFF indicator light The passenger supplemental air bag is equipped with an ON/OFF switch. The switch is located in the center of the instru- ment panel, near the ashtray. When the switch is turned to the ON position, the passenger supplemental air bag is enabled and could inflate in a frontal collision. When the switch is turned to the OFF position, the passenger supplemental air bag is disabled and will not inflate in a frontal collision. The passenger supplemental air bag OFF indi- cator light on the instrument panel illumi- nates when the passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch is turned to the OFF position. The driver’s side supplemental air bag always remains enabled and is not affected by the passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch. The key for the pas- senger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch should not be left in the switch. Remove the key after turning the switch in the desired position. Do not leave a key in the switch. See “Passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch and light” in Section 1 for details. Engine oil pressure warning light This light warns of low engine oil pressure. If the light flickers or comes on during normal driving, pull off the road in a safe area, stop the engine immediately and call an autho- rized NISSAN dealer. The oil pressure warning light is not designed to indicate a low oil level. Use the dipstick to check the oil level. See ‘‘Engine oil’’ in the ‘‘Do-it-yourself’’ section of this manual. CAUTION Running the engine with the oil pres- sure warning light on could cause seri- ous damage to the engine almost im- mediately. Turn off the engine as soon as it is safe to do so. Charge warning light If this light comes on while the engine is running, it may indicate a problem with the charging system. Turn the engine off and check the generator belt. If the belt is loose, broken, missing or if the light remains on, see an authorized NISSAN dealer immediately. CAUTION Do not continue driving if the belt is loose, broken or missing. Low fuel warning light (if so equipped) This light comes on when the fuel in the tank is low. Refuel as soon as it is convenient, preferably before the fuel gauge reaches E (Empty). There will be a small reserve of fuel remaining in the tank when the fuel gauge needle reaches E (Empty). Low washer light (Canada only) fluid warning This light comes on when the washer tank fluid is at a low level. Add washer fluid as necessary. See ‘‘Window washer fluid’’ in the ‘‘Do-it-yourself’’ section of this manual. Instruments and controls 2-9 Z X 4-wheel drive indicator light This light comes on when the transfer shift control lever is in the 4H or 4L position. WARNING c When parking, always make sure the transfer lever is in the 4H or 4L position and the parking brake is applied. c Failure to engage the transfer lever in 4H or 4L could result in the vehicle moving unexpectedly, which in turn could result in serious personal in- jury or property damage. Cruise indicator light (if so equipped) This light comes on while the vehicle speed is controlled by the cruise control system. If the CRUISE indicator blinks, have the sys- tem checked by an authorized NISSAN dealer. or Anti-lock brake warn- ing light If the light comes on while the engine is running, it may indicate a potential problem 2-10 Instruments and controls with the anti-lock brake system. Have the system checked by an authorized NISSAN dealer. If an abnormality occurs in the system, the anti-lock function ceases but the ordinary brakes continue to operate normally. If the light comes on while you are driving, contact an authorized NISSAN dealer for repair.

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