1999 Nissan Frontier Owners Manual

MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE This vehicle should not be modified. Modification could affect its perfor- mance, safety or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or performance problems resulting from modification may not be covered under NISSAN war- ranties.

All information, specifications and illustra- tions in this manual are those in effect at the time of printing. NISSAN reserves the right to change specifications or design without no- tice and without obligation.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS MANUAL

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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.

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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.

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© 1998 NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.

TORRANCE, CALIFORNIA.

All rights reserved. No part of this Owner’s Manual may be reproduced or stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form, or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, with- out the prior written permission of Nissan North America, Inc., Torrance, California.

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Welcome To The World Of NISSAN

Your new NISSAN is the result of our dedication to produce the finest in safe, reliable and eco- nomical transportation. Your vehicle is the prod- uct of a successful worldwide company that manufactures cars and trucks in over 17 coun- tries and distributes them in 170 nations. NISSAN vehicles are designed and manufac- tured by Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. which was founded in Tokyo, Japan in 1933, and NISSAN affiliates world wide, collectively growing to be- come 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

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the world’s most cars and trucks at one of modern manufacturing facilities, Nissan Motor Manufacturing Corporation U.S.A. in Smyrna, Tennessee, vehicle styling at Nissan Design In- ternational 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 150 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 NISSAN dealers with materials and services ranging from operation of port facilities and trans-

lubricants,

portation services to the supply of parts and accessories. 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 tech- nician 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 seat 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.

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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.

However, if there is something that your NISSAN dealer cannot assist you with or you would like to provide NISSAN directly with comments or questions, please con- tact 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 information: — Your name, address, and telephone number — Vehicle identification number (on dash- board) — Date of purchase — Current odometer reading — Your NISSAN dealer’s name — Your comments or questions

OR

You can write to NISSAN with the informa-

tion on the left at: For U.S. mainland and Alaska custom- ers

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.

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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

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1 Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems

Front bucket seats..................................................1-2
Seat adjustment .....................................................1-2
Tilting front bucket seat (King cab models only)........................................................................1-3
Front 60/40 bench seats ........................................1-4
Seat adjustment .....................................................1-4
Tilting front 60/40 bench seat ................................1-5
Head restraints.......................................................1-6
Bench seat .............................................................1-6
Seat adjustment......................................................1-6
Tilting bench seat...................................................1-7
Jump seats .............................................................1-8
Supplemental restraint system (supplemental air bag system).......................................................1-9
Supplemental air bag system ...............................1-12
Passenger supplemental air bag on/off switch and light. ...............................................................1-14
Warning labels......................................................1-17
Supplemental air bag warning light ......................1-17

Seat belts .............................................................1-19
Precautions on seat belt usage ...........................1-19
Child safety...........................................................1-20
Pregnant women ..................................................1-21
Injured persons ....................................................1-21
Three-point type with retractor .............................1-22
Two-point type without retractor (center of 60/40 bench seat) ................................................1-24
Two-point type without retractor (jump seat and center of bench seat)....................................1-25
Seat belt extenders ..............................................1-27
Seat belt maintenance .........................................1-27
Child restraints ....................................................1-28
Front facing installation on front passenger seat (three-point type with retractor)....................1-29
Rear facing installation on front passenger seat (three-point type with retractor)....................1-32
Top strap child restraint .......................................1-35

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FRONT BUCKET SEATS

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WARNING

I 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.

I 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.

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SEAT ADJUSTMENT

WARNING

I 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.

I 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.

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WARNING

After adjustment, gently rock in the seat to make sure it is securely locked.

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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.

TILTING FRONT BUCKET SEAT (King cab models only) 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.

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FRONT 60/40 BENCH SEATS

Forward and backward Pull the lever up while you slide the seat forward or backward to the desired position. Release the lever to lock the seat in posi- tion.

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SEAT ADJUSTMENT

WARNING

I 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.

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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 for- ward. The seatback moves forward. Re- lease the lever to lock the seatback in position.

I After adjustment, gently rock in the is securely

to make sure it

seat locked.

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WARNING

After adjustment, gently rock in the seat to make sure it is securely locked

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TILTING FRONT 60/40 BENCH 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 backward, then push the seatback up until it locks.

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BENCH SEAT

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Adjust the top of the head restraint even with the tops of your ears. NOTE: The head restraints on the bench seat are not adjustable.

HEAD RESTRAINTS To raise the head restraint, pull it up. To lower, push the lock knob, then push the head restraint down.

WARNING

Head restraints should be adjusted properly as they may provide signifi- cant protection against injury in an ac- cident. Do not remove them. Check the adjustment after someone else uses the seat.

SEAT ADJUSTMENT

WARNING

I Do not use a child restraint in the center position of the front bench seat. This position is not suitable for child restraint installation.

I Do not adjust the bench seat while driving. The seat may move sud- denly and could cause loss of con- trol of the vehicle.

I After adjustment, gently rock in the seat to make sure it is securely locked.

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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.

down, then pull the seatback forward.

WARNING

After adjustment, gently rock in the seat to make sure it is securely locked.

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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

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JUMP SEATS

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Pull down the armrest/storage compart- ment. Push the release button and lift the armrest assembly to the upright position to access the storage compartment and cup holder.

WARNING

Do not sit on the armrest. The armrest is not a seating surface. Using the arm- rest as a seating surface may cause serious injury in an accident.

WARNING

I Do not install a child restraint in the jump seats (King Cab model). These seats are not suitable for child re- straint installation.

I When folding the jump seat, be careful not to squeeze your finger between the seat cushion and the body side.

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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 Bags can help reduce impact force to the driver and front passenger in certain frontal collisions. The supplemental air bags are designed to supplement the crash protec- tion provided by the driver and front passen- ger seat belts and are not a substitute for them. The seat belts should always be cor- rectly worn and the driver and front passen- ger seated a suitable distance away from the steering wheel and instrument panel. See ‘‘Seat belts’’ for instructions and precautions 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

I 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.

I 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 with great force. If you are unre- 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

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far away as practical from the steer- ing wheel or instrument panel. Al- ways use the seat belts.

I 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.

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WARNING

I 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.

I Children may be severly injured or killed when the supplemental air bag inflates if they are not properly re- strained.

I 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.

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SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG SYSTEM

The driver supplemental air bag is located in the center of the steering wheel. The passen- ger 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- 1-12 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 informa- tion, cautions and warnings in this manual still apply and must be followed.

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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 system 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 belts, helps to cushion the impact force on the face and chest of the occupant. It

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can help save lives and reduce serious inju- ries. However, an inflating supplemental air bag may cause facial abrasions or other inju- ries. Supplemental air bags do not provide 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 instrument panel. Since the supplemental air bags inflate quickly in order to help protect the front occupants, the force of the supplemental air bag inflating can increase the risk of injury if the occupant is too close to or against the supplemental air bag mod- ule 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.

WARNING

I 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.

I Right after inflation, several supple- mental air bag system components will be hot. Do not touch them; you may severely burn yourself.

I 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. I 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.

I 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.

I Work around and on the supplemental 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

I 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.

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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.

In rare instances, some passengers are exposed to serious injury risks from inflating air bags, especially if not properly re- strained. The U.S. and Canadian federal governments recognize other limited circum- stances in which an air bag could reduce safety. The passenger air bag ON/OFF switch is, therefore, 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. The passenger air bag ON/OFF switch is located in the center of the instrument panel, near the ashtray. It can be used to

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turn the passenger supplemental air bag OFF. The ON/OFF switch should ONLY be used to turn the passenger supplemental air bag OFF when the following government criteria exists:

I Infants (less than 1 year old) in rear facing child restraints MUST be placed in the front passenger seat.

I Children ages 1-12 years MUST be

placed in the front passenger seat.

I 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 position. Then remove the key. When the ignition 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 posi- tion the passenger air bag OFF indicator 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 position, the passenger supplemental air 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/OFF switch is in the ON position, or stays on if the passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch is in the OFF position.

the light

WARNING

I Do not switch the airbag OFF unless you meet the federal government cri- teria outlined previously. This ve- hicle 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 collision. The seat belts are designed to release additional belt webbing during some collisions to reduce the concentration of force on the occupant’s chest area. In a colli- sion with the airbag turned OFF, the seat belt may allow the occupant enough forward movement to incur serious or fatal injuries.

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I 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.

I 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.

I 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. Children ages 1-12 and persons with special medical condi- tions may also be at risk from an inflating air bag.

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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.

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The supplemental air bag warning light, displaying in the instrument panel, monitors the circuits of the supplemental air bag system. The circuits monitored by the supplemental air bag warning light are the diagnosis sensor unit, the supplemental air bag modules 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 system conditions occur, the supplemental air bag system Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1-17

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needs servicing and 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.

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

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 supplemental air bag system must be inspected 10 years after the date of manufacture noted on the certification label located on the driver side rear door jamb 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.

I 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

I 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.

is on,

If the supplemental air bag warning light the supplemental air bag system will not operate in an accident.

it could mean that

Repair and replacement procedure The supplemental air bag modules are de- signed to inflate on a one-time-only basis. As a reminder, unless it is damaged, the supplemental air bag warning light remains illuminated after inflation has occurred. 1-18 Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems

WARNING

I Once the supplemental air bag in- flates, the supplemental air bag module will not function again and should be replaced by an authorized NISSAN dealer. The supplemental air bag module cannot be repaired.

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SEAT BELTS

PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT USAGE Your chances of being injured in an accident 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 supplemen- tal 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.

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WARNING

I 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.

I 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.

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I 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.

I 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.

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I 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.

I 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.

I All seat belt assemblies including retractors and attaching hardware should be inspected after any colli- sion by 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 (9
kg) should be placed in rear facing child restraints. Front facing child restraints are available for children who outgrow rear facing child restraints. WARNING

I 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.

I Do not install a child restraint in the jump seats (King Cab model). These seats are not suitable for child re- straint installation.

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I Be sure the seat belt tongue is se- curely fastened to the proper buckle. I Do not wear the belt inside out or twisted. Doing so may reduce its effectiveness.

I Do not allow more than one person

to use the same belt.

I Never carry more people in the ve-

hicle than there are seat belts.

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I Do not install a child restraint in the center position of the front bench seat. This position is not suitable for child restraint installation.

I 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 or territories 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 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 and 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.

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.

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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. I 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 seat 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.

The retractor is designed to lock during a sudden stop or on impact. A slow pulling motion permits the seat belt to move, and allows you some freedom of movement in the seat.

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THREE-POINT TYPE WITH RETRACTOR

WARNING

I 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.

I 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

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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 seat belt has a cinch- ing mechanism for child restraint installa- tion. It is referred to as the automatic locking mode. 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.

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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.

belts, check the operation as follows. I Grasp the shoulder belt and pull quickly 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 NISSAN dealer.

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Unfastening the seat belt To unfasten the seat belt, press the button on the buckle. The seat belt automatically retracts. Checking seat belt operation Seat belt retractors are designed to lock seat belt movement by two separate meth- ods: 1) When the seat belt is pulled quickly from

the retractor.

2) When the vehicle slows down rapidly. To increase your confidence in the seat

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WARNING

I 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. I 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 or severity of injury in an accident.

ARS1113

Shoulder belt height adjustment (front seats only) 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.

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TWO-POINT TYPE WITHOUT RE- TRACTOR (Center of 60/40 bench seat) On 60/40 bench seat equipped models, the center seat belt buckle and tonque are identified by the word CENTER. The center seat belt tongue can be fastened only into the center seat belt buckle. Pull down and latch the armrest/storage compartment lid and push up the arm rest assembly to the upright position.

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I Serious or fatal injury could occur.

Selecting the correct set of seat belts The center seat belt buckle and tongue are identified by by the word CENTER. The center seat belt tongue can only be fas- tened into the center seat belt buckle.

ARS1114

TWO-POINT TYPE WITHOUT RETRACTOR (Jump seat and center of bench seat)

ARS1055

Fastening the seat belt 1. Insert the tongue into the buckle until it

clicks.

WARNING

I Do not install a child restraint in the jump seats (King Cab model). These seats are not suitable for child re- straint installation.

I Do not install a child restraint in the center position of the front bench seat. This position is not suitable for child restraint installation.

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ARS1076

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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.

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.

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Unfastening the belt To unfasten the belt, press the button on the buckle.

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 front passenger seating position. See an autho- rized NISSAN dealer for assistance if the extender is required.

WARNING

I Only NISSAN seat belt extenders, made by the same company which made the original equipment seat belts, should be used with NISSAN seat belts.

I 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 I To clean the seat belt webbings, apply a mild soap solution or any solution recommended for cleaning upholstery or carpet. Then wipe with a cloth and allow the seat belts to dry in the shade. Do not allow the seat belts to retract until they are completely dry.

I 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.

I 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 re- placed.

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CHILD RESTRAINTS

I 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 supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch and light’’ earlier in this section.

I An improperly installed child re- straint could lead to serious injury or death in an accident.

I 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

I Do not install a child restraint in the jump seats (King Cab model). These seats are not suitable for child re- straint installation.

I Do not install a child restraint in the center position of the front bench seat. This position is not suitable for child restraint installation.

ARS1098

WARNING

I 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. I 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.

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I 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.

I 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.

I Improper use of a child restraint can result in increased injuries for both the infant or child and other occu- pants in the vehicle.

I 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.

I If the child restraint is not anchored properly, the risk of a child being injured in a collision or a sudden stop greatly increases.

I Adjustable seatbacks should be po- sitioned to fit the child restraint, but as upright as possible.

I 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.

ARS1109

FRONT FACING INSTALLATION ON FRONT PASSENGER SEAT (Three-point type with retractor)

WARNING

I 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.

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with the supplemental air bag sys- tem. 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.

I The three-point belt in your vehicle is equipped with an automatic lock- ing mode retractor which must be used when installing a child re- straint.

I 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. I 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.

I 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

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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.

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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 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.

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After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode) is can- celed.

is fully retracted,

REAR FACING INSTALLATION ON FRONT PASSENGER SEAT (Three-point type with retractor)

ARS1111

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.

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WARNING

I 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.

I 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.

I If the supplemental air bag warning light located in the instrument panel next to the speedometer comes on when the passenger supplemental air

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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.

I The passenger three-point seat belt is equipped with an automatic lock- ing mode retractor which must be used when installing a child re- straint.

I Failure to use the automatic 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.

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ARS1106

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.

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ARS1107

ARS1108

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.

4. Allow the belt to retract. Pull up on the

belt to remove any slack in the belt.

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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.

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After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt is fully retracted the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode) is can- celed.

chor bracket, a metric bolt of the dimensions listed below must be used. Bolt diameter: 8.0 mm Bolt length: at least 1.18 in (30 mm) Thread pitch: 1.25 mm

WARNING

I Do not install a child restraint in the center position of the front bench seat. This position is not suitable for child restraint installation.

I 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.

ARS1191

TOP STRAP CHILD RESTRAINT If your child restraint has a top strap, install the anchor bracket to the provided anchor point. Anchor bracket hardware must be installed. The top strap anchor bracket hard- ware is available through an authorized NISSAN dealer.

Part # 88894-89900

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-

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Anchor point location An anchor point is located under the rear window. The back panel carpet is perforated to allow access to the anchor point. An authorized NISSAN dealer can assist you with the installation of your child re- straint.

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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) .............................2-13
Headlight and turn signal switch ..........................2-15
Daytime running light system (Canada only) .......2-15
Front fog light switch (if so equipped)..................2-16
Windshield wiper and washer switch ...................2-17
Instrument brightness control...............................2-17

Hazard warning flasher switch .............................2-18
Cigarette lighter (accessory) and ash tray ...........2-18
Power point (if so equipped) ................................2-19
Cup holder (if so equipped) .................................2-20
Dome light and cargo light ...................................2-21
Map lights (if so equipped)...................................2-21
Manual windows...................................................2-22
Power windows (if so equipped)..........................2-22
Automatic power window switch ..........................2-23
Rear sliding window (if so equipped)...................2-23
Sunroof (if so equipped).......................................2-24

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METERS AND GAUGES

2-2 Instruments and controls

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SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER

Speedometer The speedometer indicates vehicle speed. Odometer The odometer records the total distance the vehicle has been driven.

AIC1022

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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: ODO (odometer),TRIP A,TRIP B,ODO. Push and hold the reset knob for more than 1 second to reset either trip odometer.

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TACHOMETER (if so equipped)

ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE

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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. Operat- ing 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.

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CAUTION

If the vehicle is driven with the fuel level very low, the malfunction indicator light may come on. Refuel as soon as pos- sible. After driving for a while, the light should remain off. If the light remains on, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized NISSAN dealer. For additional † Malfunction indicator light (MIL)† in this section.

information, see the later

FUEL GAUGE

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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).

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WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND CHIMES

Turn signal/hazard indicator lights

Low fuel warning light (if so equipped)

or

Anti-lock brake warning light

or

Brake warning light

Low washer fluid warning light

Supplemental air bag warning light

High beam indicator light

4-wheel drive indicator light

Passenger supplemental air bag OFF indicator light.

Seat belt reminder light and chime

Cruise indicator light (if so equipped)

Automatic transmission park warning light

Engine oil pressure warning light

Overdrive off indicator light (automatic transmission only)

Automatic transmission oil temperature warning light

Charge warning light

Malfunction indicator light

Checking bulbs Apply the parking brake and turn the ignition key to ON without starting the engine. The following lights come on:

If the driver side seat belt is fastened the

light will not come on.

The following lights come on briefly and then go off:

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.

or

or

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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 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.

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WARNING

I 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.

I 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. 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.

I If the level

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. The high beam indicator light also comes on when the passing signal is activated.

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 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 restraint system needs ser- vicing and your vehicle must be taken to an authorized 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.

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does not come on at all.

Unless checked and repaired, the supplemen- tal restraint system may not function properly. For additional details on the Supplemental restraint system (Supplemental air bag sys- tem), see the ‘‘Seats, restraints and supple- mental 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.

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)