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case when they are not in use.

c To clean a disc, wipe the surface from the center to the outer edge using a clean, soft cloth. Do not wipe the disc using a circular motion. Do not use a conventional record cleaner or alcohol intended for industrial use.

c A new disc may be rough on the inner

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c Do not use the following CDs as they may cause the CD player to malfunc- tion: c 8 cm (3.1 in) discs with an adapter c Recordable compact discs (CD-R) c Rewritable compact discs (CD-

RW)

c CDs that are not round c CDs with a paper label c CDs that are warped, scratched or

have abnormal edges

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FM-AM RADIO WITH COMPACT DISC (CD) CHANGER (if so equipped) ONzOFF/VOL control Turn the ignition key to the ACC or ON position, then push the PWR control knob. If you listen to the radio with the engine not running, turn the key to the ACC position. The mode (radio or CD) that was playing immediately before the system was turned off resumes playing. When no CD is loaded, the radio comes on. Pushing the PWR control knob again turns the system off. Turn the PWR control knob to the right to increase volume or to the left to decrease volume.

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or

or ) to adjust

Adjusting tone quality and speaker bal- ance Press the AUDIO button to enter the audio adjust mode: Bass!Mid!Treb!Fade!Bal Press the TUNE/FF-REV ( ) or SEEK/TRACK ( to the desired levels. The display will return to the regular radio display after 7 seconds, or you may press the AUDIO button again to return to the regular radio display. Clock operation Pressing the CLOCK button displays the clock with the radio on or off. Press the CLOCK button again to turn off the clock display. Clock set 1. Press and hold the CLOCK button until it

beeps (>2 seconds).

2. The hours will start or

TUNE/FF-REV SEEK/TRACK ( hours.

flashing. Press or the

) to adjust

or

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3. Press the CLOCK button to switch to the

minute adjustment.

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4. Press TUNE/FF-REV (

or

or

) to adjust

) or the

SEEK/TRACK ( minutes.

5. Press the CLOCK button again to exit the

clock set mode.

The display will return to the regular clock display after 7 seconds, or you may press the CLOCK button again to return to the regular clock display. FM-AM radio operation FM-AM band select Push the AM or the FM button to change from AM to FM reception. The FM stereo indicator, ST, illuminates during FM stereo reception. When the ste- reo broadcast signal the radio automatically changes from stereo to mon- aural reception. Station signal strength, distance from radio transmitter, buildings, bridges, mountains, and other external influences affect radio reception. Intermittent changes in reception quality normally are caused by these exter- nal influences.

is weak,

SEEK mode at the highest broadcasting sta- tion. SCAN tuning Push the SCAN button. SCAN illuminates in the display window. Scan tuning begins from low to high frequencies or from high to low frequencies. Scan tuning stops at each broadcasting station that has sufficient sig- nal strength for 5 seconds. When scanning, SCAN blinks in the display. Pushing the SCAN button again during this 5 second period stops Scan tuning and the radio remains tuned to that station.

Using a cellular phone in or near the vehicle may influence radio reception quality.

TUNE/FF-REV

WARNING

The radio should not be tuned while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation.

or

Use the buttons for manual tun- ing. To move quickly through the channels, hold the tuning buttons down.

SEEK tuning

or

Push SEEK/TRACK ( ). SEEK tuning begins from low to high frequencies or high to low frequencies, depending on which but- ton is pressed, and stops at the next broad- casting station. If using the up button, once the highest broadcasting station is reached, the radio continues in the SEEK mode at the lowest broadcasting station. If using the down button, once the lowest broadcasting station is reached, the radio continues in the

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3. When the indicator illuminates in the station selection button, a beep will sound indicating memorization is com- plete. For FM stations, the indicator will turn green. For AM stations, the indicator will turn amber.

4. Other station select buttons can be set in

the same manner.

If the battery cable is disconnected, or if the radio fuse opens, the radio memory is can- celled. In that case, reset the desired sta- tions.

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Station memory operation − Travel Pre- set is OFF Each preset mode (A, B or C) has 6 presets, capable of storing any combination of AM, FM and FM RDS stations. Press the PRESET ABC button to change between the presets: A!B!C The radio displays icon A, B or C to indicate which set of presets is active.

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To store a radio station in a preset: 1. Tune to the desired station. 2. Press the desired station select button (>2 seconds). For example, in the illus- trations ch3 is to be memorized.

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Turning ON Travel Preset 1. Press the TRAVEL PRESET button (<1.5 seconds). The green TRAVEL PRESET button indicator turns on.

2. The radio selects the strongest stations in the area and stores them in Travel Presets A, B and C. 12 FM stations and 6 AM stations are the default settings. To change the default settings, see “Editing Travel Preset” later in this section.

3. When finished storing radio stations, the radio tunes to the first stored preset of Travel Preset A.

4. If the radio cannot find any stations, the radio displays “NO STATION” and mutes the audio.

5. If the radio cannot fill all the presets, the remaining presets are stored with 87.9
for FM, and 600 for AM.

The TUNE, SCAN, SEEK and preset memory functions are available while Travel Preset mode is on. Canceling Travel Preset Press the TRAVEL PRESET button (<1.5
seconds) the Travel Preset memory. This turns off the green indicator. The radio returns to the last used preset of A, B or C in the permanent preset memory.

to clear

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Storing Travel Preset stations in perma- nent memory 1. While in Travel Preset mode, press and hold the TRAVEL PRESET button until it beeps (>3 seconds).

2. The presets are transferred from Travel Preset memory to the permanent preset memory for A, B, and C. “PRESETS LOADED” is displayed.

3. The TRAVEL PRESET indicator turns

off.

Editing Travel Preset 1. Press and hold the TRAVEL PRESET button (>3 seconds) until the radio beeps to start the editing mode. The green Travel Preset indicator will flash while in TRAVEL PRESET EDIT mode.

2. The radio displays “TRAVEL EDIT” for 2
seconds and then changes to “SET A-*”. ) to se-

3. Press TUNE/FF-REV (

or

lect a mode.

4. Press the TRAVEL PRESET button to

save the mode.

5. Display is changed to “SET B-*”, repeat

steps 3 and 4.

6. Display is changed to “SET C-*”, repeat

step 3.

7. Press the TRAVEL PRESET button to exit the edit mode and return to normal mode.

*: AM, FM, FM RDS, Rock, Classic Rock, Soft Rock, Top 40, Country, Jazz, Classical, Oldies, News, Sports, Talk.

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Preset Scan Pressing the Preset Scan button (<1.5 sec- onds) scans the permanent preset memory that is selected (A, B or C) from 1-6 for 5
seconds. If the Travel Preset is ON, the travel preset that is selected (A, B, or C) from 1-6 is scanned for 5 seconds.

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All Preset Scan Pressing the Preset Scan button (>1.5 sec- onds) scans all the permanent preset memory banks (A, B or C) from 1-6 for 5
seconds. If the Travel Preset is ON, all the travel preset memory banks (A, B, or C) from 1-6 are scanned for 5 seconds. Canceling preset scan mode Pressing any button except CLOCK, EJECT and PTY cancels the Preset Scan mode.

RDS (Radio Data System) RDS stands for Radio Data System, and is a data information service transmitted by some radio stations on the FM band (not AM band) encoded within a regular radio broadcast. Currently, most RDS stations are in large cities, but many stations are now considering broadcasting RDS data. RDS can display: c Station call sign, such as “WHFR 98.3”. c Station name, such as “The Groove”. c Music or programming type such as

“Classical”, “Country”, or “Rock”.

c Traffic reports about delays or construc-

tion.

If the station broadcasts RDS information, the RDS icon is displayed. The RDS infor- mation will be displayed according to the option chosen in the RDS setup mode. (FM & RDS is the default.) Press the RDS button again to display the frequency for 3 sec- onds. The radio will then return to the nor- mal display. If the station does not broad- cast RDS information, the RDS icon will not be displayed.

or

Setting RDS Mode Press the RDS button (>3 seconds) until the display shows “RDS SET MODE”. This display will last 2 seconds and then change to “TRAFFIC-OFF”. Press TUNE/FF-REV ) to toggle the RDS traffic mode from “OFF” to “ON”. Press the RDS button again to set your traffic mode selection. The display changes to “SHOW” for the second part of the RDS mode selection. Press TUNE/FF-REV ( ) to switch between the following RDS display modes: c “FM & RDS”: the radio display will show the station’s broadcast frequency and the station’s name.

or

c “RDS ONLY”: the radio display will show

the station’s name only.

c “RDS TEMP”: the radio display will show the station’s name for 5 seconds and then display only the radio station’s broadcast frequency.

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only. Searching or scanning by program type may yield a limited number of selec- tions. 1. Press the PTY button. The display changes from “RDS PTY SEARCH” to “SELECT BY TUNE”.

or

2. Press

TUNE/FF-REV

up/down button to choose a specific pro- gram type: ROCK, CLASSIC ROCK, SOFT ROCK, TOP 40, COUNTRY, JAZZ, CLASSICAL, OLDIES, NEWS, SPORTS, TALK, ANY 3. Press the SEEK or SCAN button to search for the next station with the se- lected PTY. The SCAN icon flashes when the SCAN button is pressed. The radio continues to seek or scan until a radio station is found matching the se- lected PTY.

CAUTION

c Do not force a compact disc (CD) into the CD insert slot. This could damage the CD and/or CD changer. c Trying to load a CD with the CD door closed could damage the CD and/or CD changer.

CD button

When the CD button is pressed with a compact disc loaded and the radio playing, the radio turns off and the last used com- pact disc starts to play.

4. Press the PTY button again to cancel the

PTY SEEK mode.

Compact disc (CD) operation Turn the ignition key to the ACC or ON position.

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CD Loading

Press the LOAD button to start CD loading mode. The following sequence will occur: 1. The green indicator on the lowest avail- able disc select button will start blinking. (Same as preset memory button). The display shows “Please Wait”.

2. The display changes to “Insert Disc” for

a maximum of 15 seconds.

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Disc Play Press the CD button. If a CD is loaded and the radio is playing, the radio turns off and the last loaded disc starts to play.

3. During the 15 second interval, insert the disc. The display changes to “Loading Disc”.

4. The CD will play after the disc is set to a

play position.

5. The indicator changes from blinking green to solid green and the display changes to show the Disc number icon, Disc number, Track number and Elapsed time.

All disc loading 1. Press and hold the LOAD button until the

radio beeps (>1.5 seconds).

2. The green indicator on the lowest avail- able disc select button will start blinking. (Same as preset memory button). The display shows “Please Wait”.

3. The display changes to “Insert Disc” for

a maximum of 15 seconds.

4. During the 15 second interval, insert the disc. The display changes to “Loading Disc”.

5. The indicator changes from blinking

green to solid green.

6. The disc number icon is turned on.

then the last

7. Steps 2-5 are repeated until all discs are loaded, loaded disc will begin to play. The display shows the Disc number, Track number and Elapsed Time.

Selected disc loading 1. Press a disc select button whose indica- tor is off. The display shows “Please Wait”.

2. The green indicator starts blinking and the display shows “Insert Disc” for 15
seconds.

3. Insert the CD. The display shows “Load-

ing Disc”.

4. The CD will play after the disc is set to a

play position.

5. The indicator color changes from blink- ing green to solid green and the display shows the Disc icon, Disc number, Track number and Elapsed Time.

If a disc is not inserted within 15 seconds or if the load button is pressed during load sequence, the entire disc load sequence will be canceled.

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forward) REW

FF (fast (rewind) buttons or

) but- When the TUNE/FF-REV ( ton is pressed while the compact disc is playing, the compact disc plays at an in- creased speed while fast forwarding or re- winding. When the button is released, the CD returns to normal play speed.

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Selected disc play 1. Press the disc select button whose disc

icon is displayed.

2. The indicator blinks green during the change and the display shows “Chang- ing Disc”.

3. The CD plays after the disc is set to a

play position.

4. The indicator changes from blinking green to solid green and the display shows the Disc number, Track number and Elapsed Time.

SEEK/TRACK buttons

When is pressed while the compact disc is playing, the selection following the present one starts to play from the begin- several times to skip sev- ning. Press eral selections. Each time the button is pressed, the CD advances one additional selection. The track number appears in the display window. (When the last selection on the compact disc is skipped, the first selec- tion is played.) When the selection being played returns to the beginning. Press several times to skip back several selec- tions. Each time the button is pressed, the CD moves back one selection. If the play pattern is in MIX mode when the button is pressed, the next random selection will be played.

is pressed,

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Repeat/Mix

Press the RPT MIX button to change CD play patterns: Repeat!Mix!All Mix!Normal Play Repeat Press the RPT MIX button (<1.5 seconds) once to repeat the current track. The “1” icon is turned on, and the display shows “Repeat Track” for 2 seconds. The display then shows the Track number and Elapsed time as normal.

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All Discs, 1 Track Press and hold the SCAN button (>1.5
seconds) to scan the first track of all the loaded discs for 7 seconds per track. The display shows “All Disc Scan” for 2 sec- onds, and then shows the track number and elapsed time as normal. The SCAN icon is flashed during Scan mode. The Scan mode is cancelled once it scans through all the loaded discs, or if the SCAN button is pressed during Scan mode.

Mix Press the RPT MIX button (<1.5 seconds) again to start shuffle play of the current disc. The “MIX” icon is turned on and the display shows “Mix Tracks” for 2 seconds. The display then shows the Track number and Elapsed time as normal. All Mix Press the RPT MIX button (<1.5 seconds) again to start shuffle play of all discs. The “MIX” icon is turned on, and the display shows “Mix All Tracks” for 2 seconds. The display then shows the Track number and Elapsed time as normal. Also, the indicators of the loaded discs are turned on with amber color. (Green for current disc.) Normal Play Press the RPT MIX button (<1.5 seconds) again to change to normal play mode. The “MIX” icon and the amber LED’s are turned off. The display shows “Normal Play” for 2
seconds. The display then shows the Track number and Elapsed time as normal.

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tracks of

CD Scan 1 Disc All Tracks Press the SCAN button (<1.5 seconds) to scan all the current disc for 7
seconds per track. The display shows “Disc Scan” for 2 seconds, and then shows the track number and elapsed time as normal. The SCAN icon is flashed during Scan mode. The Scan mode is cancelled once it scans through all tracks on the disc, or if the SCAN button is pressed during Scan mode.

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4. The indicator and symbol for the disc are

turned off. Select a disc 1. Press the desired disc, then press the

EJECT button.

2. The green indicator starts blinking and the display shows “Disc Eject” for 2
seconds. The display then changes to “Ejecting Disc”.

3. The disc ejects. Remove the disc. (If disc is not removed within 15 seconds, disc will reload.)

4. The indicator and symbol for the disc are

turned off.

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Eject CD

Current disc 1. Press the EJECT button. 2. The green indicator starts to blink and the display shows “Disc Eject” for 2
seconds. The display then changes to “Ejecting Disc”.

3. The disc ejects. Remove the disc. (If the disc is not removed within 15 seconds, the disc will reload.)

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All discs 1. Press and hold the EJECT button until it

beeps (>1.5 seconds).

2. Lowest used disc number indicator blinks green and display shows “All Disc

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Eject” for 2 seconds. The display then changes to “Ejecting Disc”.

3. When a disc is removed, the indicator and disc icon will be turned off, and then the next disc will emerge, and so on.

4. The display will be turned off after all

discs are ejected and removed.

If a disc is not removed within 15 seconds, or if the EJECT button is pressed again during the Eject sequence, the entire disc Eject sequence will be canceled.

c A new disc may be rough on the inner and outer edges. Remove the rough edges by rubbing the inner and outer edges with the side of a pen or pencil as illustrated.

CAUTION

c Only use high quality 12 cm (4.7
inches) round discs that have the ‘‘Compact Disc Digital Audio’’ logo on the disc or packaging.

c During cold weather or rainy days, the player may malfunction due to the humidity. If this occurs, remove the CD and dehumidify or ventilate the player completely.

c The player may skip while driving on

rough roads.

c The CD player sometimes cannot function when the passenger com- partment temperature is extremely high. Decrease the temperature be- fore use.

c Do not expose the CD to direct sun-

light.

c Do not touch the playing surface of

the disc.

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CD care and cleaning: c Handle a CD by its edges. Never touch the surface of the disc. Do not bend the disc.

c Always place the discs in the storage

case when they are not being used.

c To clean a disc, wipe the surface from the center to the outer edge using a clean, soft cloth. Do not wipe the disc using a circular motion. Do not use a conventional record cleaner or alcohol intended for industrial use.

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c Do not use the following CDs as they may cause the CD player to malfunc- tion: c 8 cm (3.1 in) discs with an adapter c Recordable compact discs (CD-R) c Rewritable compact discs (CD-

RW)

c CDs that are not round c CDs with a paper label c CDs that are warped, scratched or

have abnormal edges

STEERING WHEEL SWITCH FOR AUDIO CONTROLS The steering wheel switch for audio controls is mounted on the left side of the steering wheel. Press the MODE button to turn the radio on or, to switch between the Radio presets (A, B or C) and CD Mode. A!B!C!CD MODE The last CD that was loaded starts to play when in CD Mode. If there is no CD loaded,

the radio is already on,

if

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the CD changer enters Disc Loading Mode. If in Radio presets A, B or C:

c Press

or

(<1.5 seconds) to advance to the next preset station or to return to the previous preset station.

c Hold down

(>1.5 sec- onds). The radio will seek up or down to the next radio station.

or

If in CD Mode:

c Press

(<1.5 seconds) to advance to the next selection on

or

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the CD or return to the previous se- lection on the CD.

c Hold down

(>1.5 sec- onds) to advance to the next CD or to return to the previous CD.

or

the volume control

Volume control is located on the side of the audio control switch. Press the top of the volume control to increase volume. Press the bottom of to de- crease volume. ANTENNA The antenna cannot be shortened, but it can be removed. When you need to remove the antenna, turn the antenna rod counterclock- wise. To install the antenna rod, turn the antenna clockwise. Tighten the antenna rod to speci- fication using a suitable tool such as a open-end wrench. The antenna rod tighten- ing specification is 3.4 - 3.6 Nzm (30 - 32
in-lb). Do not use pliers to tighten the an- tenna as they can leave marks on the antenna surface. The antenna rod can not be hand tightened to the proper specifica- tion.

CAR PHONE OR CB RADIO

CAUTION

Always properly tighten the antenna rod during installation or the antenna rod may break during vehicle opera- tion.

When installing a CB, ham radio or car phone in your NISSAN, be sure to observe the following cautions, otherwise the new equipment may adversely affect the MFI (Multiport Fuel Injection) system and other electronic parts.

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c Connect the ground wire from the

CB radio chassis to the body.

c For details, consult an authorized

NISSAN dealer.

c If you must make a call while your vehicle is in motion, the hands free cellular phone operational mode (if so equipped) is highly recom- mended. Exercise extreme caution at all times so full attention may be given to vehicle operation.

c If a conversation in a moving vehicle requires you to take notes, pull off the road to a safe location and stop your vehicle before doing so.

CAUTION

c Keep the antenna as far away as possible from the Engine Control Module (ECM).

c Keep the antenna wire more than 8
in. (20 cm) away from the Multiport Fuel Injection harness. Do not route the antenna wire next to any har- ness.

c Adjust the antenna standing-wave ratio as recommended by the manu- facturer.

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WARNING

c A cellular telephone should not be used while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation. Some jurisdictions prohibit the use of cellular telephones while driving.

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5 Starting and driving

Precautions when starting and driving...................5-2
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) .......................5-2
Three-way catalyst ............................................5-2
On-pavement and offroad driving precautions ........................................................5-3
Avoiding collision and rollover...........................5-3
Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving....................5-4
Driving safety precautions.................................5-4
Ignition switch.........................................................5-6
Automatic transmission .....................................5-6
Manual transmission..........................................5-7
Key positions .....................................................5-7
Before starting the engine......................................5-8
Starting the engine.................................................5-8
Driving the vehicle..................................................5-9
Automatic transmission (if so equipped)...........5-9
Manual transmission........................................5-15
Parking brake .......................................................5-16
Cruise control (if so equipped).............................5-17
Precautions on cruise control..........................5-17
Cruise control operations ................................5-18

Break-in schedule ................................................5-19
Increasing fuel economy ......................................5-20
Using four-wheel drive .........................................5-20
Transfer case shifting procedures...................5-21
Auto-lock free-running hubs ............................5-21
Parking/parking on hills........................................5-24
Power steering .....................................................5-25
Brake system........................................................5-25
Braking precautions.........................................5-25
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) .........................5-26
Cold weather driving ............................................5-27
Freeing a frozen door lock ..............................5-27
Anti-freeze .......................................................5-27
Battery .............................................................5-27
Draining of coolant water ................................5-27
Tire equipment.................................................5-28
Special winter equipment ................................5-28
Driving on snow or ice.....................................5-28
Engine block heater (if so equippped) ............5-29

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PRECAUTIONS WHEN STARTING AND DRIVING

WARNING

c Do not

leave children, unreliable adults, or pets alone in your vehicle. They could accidentally injure them- selves or others through inadvertent operation of the vehicle. Also, on hot, sunny days, temperatures in a closed vehicle could quickly become high enough to cause severe or pos- sibly fatal injuries to people or ani- mals.

c Properly secure all cargo to help prevent it from sliding or shifting. Do not place cargo higher than the seat- backs. In a sudden stop or collision, unsecured cargo could cause per- sonal injury.

EXHAUST GAS (carbon monoxide)

WARNING

c Do not breathe exhaust gases; they contain colorless and odorless car- bon monoxide. Carbon monoxide is dangerous. It can cause uncon- sciousness or death.

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c If you suspect that exhaust fumes are entering the vehicle, drive with all windows fully open, and have the vehicle inspected immediately.

c Do not run the engine in closed

spaces such as a garage.

c Do not park the vehicle with the engine running for any extended length of time.

c If a special body, camper, or other equipment is added for recreational or other usage, follow the manufac- turer’s recommendation to prevent carbon monoxide entry into the ve- hicle. Do not occupy these areas while the engine is running even if the vehicle is parked. Some recreational vehicle appliances such as stoves, refrigerators, heaters, etc. may also generate carbon monoxide.

c The exhaust system and body should be inspected by a qualified mechanic whenever: a. The vehicle is raised for service. b. You suspect that exhaust fumes are entering into the passenger

compartment.

c. You notice a change in the sound

of the exhaust system.

d. You have had an accident involv- ing damage to the exhaust system, underbody, or rear of the vehicle.

THREE-WAY CATALYST The three-way catalyst is an emission control device installed in the exhaust system. Ex- haust gases in the converter are burned at high temperatures to help reduce pollutants.

WARNING

c The exhaust gas and the exhaust system are very hot. Keep people, animals or flammable materials away from the exhaust system com- ponents.

c Do not stop or park the vehicle over flammable materials such as dry grass, waste paper or rags. They may ignite and cause a fire.

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CAUTION

c Do not use leaded gasoline. Depos- its from leaded gasoline seriously reduce the three-way catalyst’s abil- ity to help reduce exhaust pollut- ants.

c Keep your engine tuned up. Malfunc- tions in the ignition, fuel injection, or electrical systems can cause over- rich fuel flow into the three-way cata- lyst, causing it to overheat. Do not keep driving if the engine misfires, or if noticeable loss of performance or other unusual operating condi- tions are detected. Have the vehicle inspected promptly by an authorized NISSAN dealer.

c Avoid driving with an extremely low fuel level. Running out of fuel could cause the engine to misfire, damag- ing the three-way catalyst.

c Do not race the engine while warm-

ing it up.

c Do not push or tow your vehicle to

start the engine.

ON-PAVEMENT AND OFFROAD DRIVING PRECAUTIONS Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. They have higher ground clearance than passenger cars to make them capable of performing in a variety of on-pavement and off-road applications. This gives them a higher center of gravity than ordinary cars. An advantage of higher ground clearance is a better view of the road, allowing you to anticipate problems. However, they are not designed for cornering at the same speeds as conventional two-wheel drive vehicles any more than low-slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under off- road conditions. If at all possible, avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers particu- larly at high speeds. As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or vehicle rollover. Be sure to read the driving safety precau- tions later in this section.

AVOIDING COLLISION AND ROLLOVER

WARNING

Failure to operate this vehicle in a safe and prudent manner may result in loss of control or an accident.

Be alert and drive defensively at all times. Obey all traffic regulations. Avoid excessive speed, high speed cornering, or sudden steering maneuvers, because these driving practices could cause you to lose control of your vehicle. As with any vehicle, a loss of control could result in a collision with other vehicles or objects, or cause the vehicle to rollover, particularly if the loss of control causes the vehicle to slide sideways. Be attentive at all times, and avoid driving when tired. Never drive when under the influence of alcohol or drugs (including prescription or over-the-counter drugs which may cause drowsiness). Al- ways wear your seat belt as outlined in the 9Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems9 section of this manual, and also instruct your passengers to do so. Seat belts help reduce the risk of injury in Starting and driving 5-3

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collisions and rollovers. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. DRINKING ALCOHOL/DRUGS AND DRIVING

WARNING

Never drive under the influence of alco- hol or drugs. Alcohol in the blood- stream reduces coordination, delays reaction time and impairs judgement. Driving after drinking alcohol increases the likelihood of being involved in an accident injuring yourself and others. Additionally, if you are injured in the accident, alcohol can increase the se- verity of the injury.

NISSAN is committed to safe driving. How- ever, you must choose not to drive under the influence of alcohol. Every year thou- sands of people are injured or killed in alcohol related accidents. Although the local laws vary on what is considered to be legally intoxicated, the fact is that alcohol affects all people differently and most people underestimate the effects of alcohol. 5-4 Starting and driving

Remember, drinking and driving don’t mix! And that’s true for drugs, too (over the counter, prescription, and illegal drugs). Don’t drive if your ability to operate your vehicle is impaired by alcohol, drugs, or some other physical condition. DRIVING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Your NISSAN is designed for both normal and off-road use. However, avoid driving in deep water or mud as your NISSAN is mainly designed for leisure use, unlike a conventional offroad vehicle. Remember that two-wheel drive models are less capable than four-wheel drive models for rough road driving and extrication when stuck in deep snow or mud, or the like. Please observe the following precautions:

WARNING

c Drive carefully when off the road and avoid dangerous areas. Every per- son who drives or rides in this ve- hicle should be seated with their seat belt fastened. This will keep you and your passengers in position when driving over rough terrain.

c Do not drive across steep slopes. Instead drive either straight up or straight down the slopes. Off-road vehicles can tip over sideways much more easily than they can forward or backward.

c Many hills are too steep for any ve- hicle. If you drive up them, you may stall. If you drive down them, you may not be able to control your speed. If you drive across them, you may roll over.

c Do not shift gears while driving on downhill grades as this could cause loss of control of the vehicle.

c Stay alert when driving to the top of a hill. At the top there could be a drop-off or other hazard that could cause an accident.

c If your engine stalls or you cannot make it to the top of a steep hill, never attempt to turn around. Your vehicle could tip or roll over. Always back straight down in R (Reverse) gear. Never back down in N (Neutral) or with the clutch depressed

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(manual transmission vehicles), us- ing only the brake, as this could cause loss of control.

c Heavy braking going down a hill could cause your brakes to overheat and fade, resulting in loss of control and an accident. Apply brakes lightly and use a low gear to control your speed.

c Unsecured cargo can be thrown around when driving over rough ter- rain. Properly secure all cargo so it will not be thrown forward and cause injury to you or your passengers.

the roof

c To avoid raising the center of gravity excessively, do not exceed the rated capacity of rack (if so equipped) and evenly distribute the load. Secure heavy loads in the cargo area as far forward and as low as possible. Do not equip the vehicle with tires larger than specified in this manual. This could cause your ve- hicle to roll over.

c Do not grip the inside or spokes of the steering wheel when driving off- road. The steering wheel could move

suddenly and injure your hands. In- stead drive with your fingers and thumbs on the outside of the rim.

c Before operating the vehicle, ensure that the driver and all passengers have their seat belts fastened.

c Always drive with the floor mats in place as the floor may become hot. c Lower your speed when encounter- ing strong crosswinds. With a higher center of gravity, your NISSAN is more affected by strong side winds. Slower speeds ensure better vehicle control.

c Do not drive beyond the perfor- mance of the tires, even with 4WD engaged.

c Accelerating quickly, sharp steering maneuvers or sudden braking may cause loss of control.

c If at all possible, avoid sharp turning maneuvers, particularly at high speeds. Your NISSAN four-wheel drive vehicle has a higher center of gravity than a two-wheel drive veh-

icle. The vehicle is not designed for cornering at the same speeds as conventional two-wheel drive ve- hicles. Failure to operate this vehicle correctly could result in loss of con- trol and/or a roll over accident.

c Always use tires of the same type, size, brand, construction (bias, bias- belted, or radial), and tread pattern on all four wheels. Install tire chains on the rear wheels when driving on slippery roads and drive carefully.

c Be sure to check the brakes immedi- ately after driving in mud or water. See (Brake system( later in this sec- tion for (Wet brakes(.

c Avoid parking your vehicle on steep hills. If you get out of the vehicle and it rolls forward, backward or side- ways, you could be injured.

c Whenever

you

drive

off-road through sand, mud or water as deep as the wheel hub, more frequent- maintenance may be required. See (Periodic maintenance( in the (Main- tenance( section of this manual.

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to the LOCK position. Remove the key. To unlock the steering wheel, insert the key and turn it gently while rotating the steering wheel slightly right and left.

WARNING

Never remove or turn the key to the LOCK position while driving. The steer- ing wheel will lock. This may cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle and could result in serious vehicle damage or personal injury.

IGNITION SWITCH

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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION On automatic transmission models, the ig- nition lock is designed so the key cannot be turned to LOCK and removed until the shift selector lever is moved to the P (Park) position. When removing the key from the ignition, make sure the shift selector lever is in the P (Park) position. If the key cannot be turned to the LOCK position, proceed as follows to remove the key: 1) Move the shift selector lever into the P

(Park) position.

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2) Turn the ignition key slightly in the ON

direction.

3) Turn the key toward the LOCK position. 4) Remove the key. The shift lever is designed so it cannot be moved out of P (Park) and into any of the other gear positions if the ignition key is turned to OFF or if the key is removed from the switch. The shift lever can be moved if the igni- tion switch is in the ACC position. This allows the vehicle to be moved if the battery is discharged. The shift lever can also be moved if the ignition switch is in the ON position and the foot brake pedal is depressed. There is an OFF position between the LOCK and ACC positions. The OFF posi- tion is indicated by a (1( on the key cylinder. When the ignition is in the OFF position, is not locked. In order for the steering wheel to be locked, it must be turned about 1/8 of a turn clock- wise from the straight up position. To lock the steering wheel, turn the key

the steering wheel

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To lock the steering wheel, turn the key to the LOCK position. Remove the key. To unlock the steering wheel, insert the key and turn it gently while rotating the steering wheel slightly right and left.

WARNING

Never remove or turn the key to the LOCK position while driving. The steer- ing wheel will lock. This may cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle and could result in serious vehicle damage or personal injury.

KEY POSITIONS LOCK Normal parking position (0) OFF (Manual transmission model) (1) The engine can be turned off without locking the steering wheel. ACC (Accessories) (2) This position activates electrical accesso- ries such as the radio when the engine is not running. The shifter can be moved if the ignition switch is in ACC position.

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MANUAL TRANSMISSION The ignition switch includes an anti-theft steering lock device. The key can only be removed when the ignition switch is in the LOCK position. On manual transmission models, to turn the ignition key to LOCK from ACC or ON, turn the key to OFF, push the key in, then turn the key to LOCK. In order for the steering wheel to be locked, it must be turned about 1/8 of a turn clock- wise from the straight up position.

ON (Normal operating position) (3) This position turns on the ignition system and electrical accessories. START (4) This position starts the engine. As soon as the engine has started, release the key. It automatically returns to the ON position.

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BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

c Make sure the area around the vehicle is

clear.

c Check fluid levels such as engine oil, coolant, brake and clutch fluid, and win- dow washer fluid as frequently as pos- sible, at least whenever you refuel.

c Check that all windows and lights are

clean.

c Visually inspect tires for their appearance and condition. Also check tires for proper inflation.

c Lock all doors. c Position seat and adjust head restraints. c Adjust inside and outside mirrors. c Fasten seat belts and ask all passengers

to do likewise.

c Check the operation of warning lights when key is turned to the ON (3) position. See and chimes9 in the 9Instruments and controls9
section.

9Warning/Indicator

lights

STARTING THE ENGINE

1. Apply the parking brake. 2. Automatic transmission:

Move the selector lever to P (Park) or N (Neutral). P (Park) is preferred. The selector lever cannot be moved out of P (Park) and into any of the other gear positions if the ignition key is turned to OFF or if the key is re- moved from the ignition switch. The starter is designed not to operate if the selector lever is in one of the driving positions. Manual transmission: Move the shift lever to N (Neutral), and fully depress the clutch pedal to the floor while starting the engine. The starter is designed not to operate unless the clutch pedal is fully de- pressed.

3. With your foot off

the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to START. Release the key when the engine starts. If the engine starts, but fails to run, repeat the above procedure.

c If the engine is very hard to start in extremely cold or hot weather, depress the accelerator pedal fully and hold it to help start the engine.

c In the summer, when restarting the engine within 30 minutes after it has been stopped, keep the accelerator pedal fully depressed while starting.

CAUTION

Do not operate the starter for more than 15 seconds at a time. If the engine does not start, turn the key off and wait 10
seconds before cranking again, other- wise the starter could be damaged.

4. Warm-up

Always allow the engine to idle for at least 30 seconds after starting. Drive at a moderate speed for a short distance first, especially in cold weather.

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DRIVING THE VEHICLE

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (if so equipped)

WARNING

c Do not depress the accelerator pedal while shifting from P (Park) or N (Neutral) to R (Reverse), D (Drive), 2
or 1. Always depress the brake pedal until shifting is completed. Failure to do so could cause you to lose con- trol and have an accident.

c Cold engine idle speed is high, so use caution when shifting into a for- ward or reverse gear before the en- gine has warmed up.

c Never shift to P (Park) or R (Reverse) while the vehicle is moving. This could cause an accident.

CAUTION

c When stopping the vehicle on an uphill grade, do not hold the vehicle by depressing the accelerator pedal. The foot brake should be used for this purpose.

c On slippery roads, do not downshift.

This may cause a loss of control.

The automatic transmission in your vehicle is electronically controlled by a transmission control module to produce maximum power and smooth operation. The recommended operating procedures for this transmission are shown on the following pages. Follow these procedures for maximum vehicle performance and driving enjoyment. Starting the vehicle c After starting the engine, fully depress the foot brake pedal to ensure the ve- hicle is at a complete stop before at- tempting to shift the selector lever.

c Keep the foot brake pedal depressed and shift the selector lever into a driving gear.

c Release the foot brake, then gradually

start the vehicle in motion.

This automatic transmission is designed so the foot brake pedal MUST be de- pressed before shifting from P (Park) to any drive position while the ignition switch is ON. The selector lever cannot be moved out of P (Park) and into any of the other gear positions if the ignition key is turned to

LOCK or if the key is removed. The selector lever can be moved if the ignition switch is in the ACC or OFF position without depressing the foot brake pedal. This allows the vehicle to be moved if the battery is discharged.

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Shifting from P (Park) If the ignition switch is in the ON position and the foot brake pedal is depressed, but the selector lever still cannot be moved out of P (Park), use the following procedure: 1. Shut the engine off and remove the key. 2. Apply the parking brake. 3. Reinsert the key and turn it clockwise to

the ACC position.

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4. Depress the brake pedal, move the se-

lector lever to N (Neutral).

Shifting (KA24DE engine) Pull the selector lever rearward to shift into P (Park), or R (Reverse) or from D (Drive) to 2 or 1. P (Park) Use this position when the vehicle is parked or when starting the engine. Always be sure the vehicle is at a complete stop. For maximum safety, depress the brake pedal, then move the selector lever to the P (Park) position. Apply the parking brake. When parking on a hill, apply the parking brake first, then shift the selector lever into the P (Park) position. 5-10 Starting and driving

5. Start the engine. These instructions for starting the vehicle in N (Neutral) should only be used until service can be obtained at an authorized NISSAN dealership. R (Reverse) Use this position to back up. Shift into this position only after the vehicle has com- pletely stopped. N (Neutral) Neither forward or reverse gear is engaged. The engine can be started in this position. You may shift to N (Neutral) and restart a

stalled engine while the vehicle is moving. D (Drive) Use this position for normal forward driving. 2 (Second gear) Use for moderate uphill grades, engine braking on downhill grades or starting on slippery surfaces. Do not downshift into the 2 position at speeds above 62 MPH (100 km/h), and do not exceed 62 MPH (100 km/h) in the 2 position. 1 (Low gear) Use this position for steep uphill grades, driving slowly through deep snow, sand or mud, or for maximum engine braking on steep downhill grades. Do not downshift into the 1 position at speeds above 30 MPH (48 km/h), and do not exceed 30 MPH (48 km/h) in the 1
position.

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Shifting (VG33E or VG33ER en- gines) Push the button to shift into P (Park), R (Reverse) or from D (Drive) to 2. All other positions can be selected without pushing the button. P (Park) Use this selector position when the vehicle is parked or when starting the engine. Al- ways be sure the vehicle is at a complete stop. For maximum safety, depress the brake pedal, then push in the selector lever button and move the lever to the P (Park)

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position. Apply the parking brake. When parking on a hill, apply the parking brake first, then shift the lever into the P (Park) position. Shifting from P (Park) If the ignition switch is in the ON position and the foot brake pedal is depressed, but the selector lever still cannot be moved out of P (Park), follow these instructions. 1. Turn the ignition key to the LOCK posi-

tion.

2. Apply the parking brake.

3. Reinsert the key and turn it to the ACC

position.

4. Depress the foot brake pedal and move

the selector lever to N (Neutral).

5. Start the engine. These instructions for starting the vehicle in N (Neutral) should only be used until service can be obtained at an authorized NISSAN dealership. R (Reverse) Use this position to back up. Always be sure the vehicle is at a complete stop before shifting into the R (Reverse) position. For maximum safety, check to ensure the area behind the vehicle is clear. With the brake pedal depressed, push in the selector lever button and move the selector lever to the R (Reverse) position. N (Neutral) Neither forward nor reverse gear is en- gaged. The engine can be started in this position. You may shift to N (Neutral) and restart a stalled engine while the vehicle is moving.

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forward

D (Drive) Use this position for all normal driving. 2 (Second gear) Use this position for hill climbing or engine braking on downhill grades. Do not shift into the 2 position at speeds above 68 MPH (110 km/h). Do not exceed 68 MPH (110 km/h) in the 2 position. 1 (Low gear) Use this position when climbing steep hills slowly or slow driving through deep snow, sand or mud, or for maximum engine brak- ing on steep downhill grades. Do not shift into the 1 position at speeds above 34 MPH (55 km/h). Do not exceed 34
MPH (55 km/h) in the 1 position.

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Shift lock release If the battery charge is low, the selector lever may not be moved from the P position even with the brake pedal depressed and the selector lever button pushed. To move the selector lever, push the shift lock release and selector lever button. The selector lever can be moved to N (Neutral). To push the shift lock release, complete the following procedure: 1. Turn the ignition key to the lock position

and remove the key.

2. Apply the parking brake. 3. Remove the shift lock release cover. 4. Insert a small screwdriver in the shift lock

release slot, and push down.

5. Push the selector lever button and move the selector lever to N (Neutral) position while holding down the shift lock release.

6. Start the engine. If the selector lever cannot be moved out of P (Park), take your vehicle to an authorized NISSAN dealership as soon as possible.

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Accelerator downshift In D position For rapid passing or hill climbing while driv- ing, fully depress the accelerator pedal to the floor. This shifts the transmission down into second gear or first gear, depending on the vehicle speed.

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Overdrive switch (KA24DE engine type a) ON: For typical driving, push the overdrive switch ON with the selector lever in the D (Drive) position. The trans- mission is upshifted into OVERDRIVE as the vehicle speed increases.

OVERDRIVE does not engage until the engine has reached operating tempera- ture. OFF: For driving up and down long slopes where engine braking is necessary, push the switch OFF . The indica-

tor light in the instrument panel comes on at this time. When cruising at a low speed or climbing a gentle slope, you may feel uncomfortable shift shocks as the transmission repeatedly shifts between 3rd and overdrive. In this case, set the overdrive switch in the OFF

position.

When driving conditions change, reset the overdrive switch in the ON position to turn the overdrive on. The indicator light goes out at this time. Remember not to drive at high speeds for extended periods of time with the overdrive in the OFF switch set position. This reduces fuel economy.

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OFF: For driving up and down long slopes where engine braking is necessary, push the overdrive switch once. The O/D OFF indicator light illuminates at this time.

When cruising at a low speed or climbing a gentle slope, you may feel uncomfortable shift shocks as the transmission shifts be- tween 3rd gear and overdrive repeatedly. In this case, press the overdrive switch. When driving conditions change, press the overdrive switch to turn the overdrive on. The O/D OFF indicator light goes out. Remember not to drive at high speeds for extended periods of time with the O/D OFF light illuminated. This reduces the fuel economy.

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Overdrive switch (KA24DE engine type b) Each time your vehicle is started, the trans- mission is automatically ‘‘reset’’ to overdrive ON. ON:

For normal driving the overdrive switch is engaged. The transmission is upshifted into overdrive as the vehicle speed increases.

The overdrive does not engage until the engine has reached operating tempera- ture.

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Overdrive switch (VG33E or VG33ER engines) ON: With the engine running and the se- lector lever in the D (Drive) position, the transmission upshifts into OVER- DRIVE as vehicle speed increases.

OVERDRIVE does not engage until the engine has reached operating tempera- ture. OFF: For driving up and down long slopes where engine braking is necessary push the OVERDRIVE switch once. The O/D OFF indicator light in the

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c Do not over-rev the engine when shifting to a lower gear. This may cause a loss of control or engine damage.

CAUTION

c Do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal while driving. This may cause clutch damage.

c Stop your vehicle completely before

shifting into R (Reverse).

c When the vehicle is stopped with the engine running (for example at a stop light), shift to N (Neutral) and release the clutch pedal with the foot brake applied.

this

instrument panel comes on at time. When cruising at a low speed or climbing a gentle slope, you may feel uncomfortable shift shocks as the transmission shifts between third gear and overdrive repeatedly. In this case, depress the OVERDRIVE switch to turn the OVERDRIVE off. The O/D OFF indicator light in the instrument panel comes on at this time.

When driving conditions change, depress the overdrive switch to turn the OVER- DRIVE on. Remember not to drive at high speeds for extended periods of time with the OVER- DRIVE off. This reduces fuel economy. MANUAL TRANSMISSION

WARNING

c Do not downshift abruptly on slip- pery roads. This may cause a loss of control.

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Shifting To change gears, or when upshifting or downshifting, depress the clutch pedal fully, shift into the appropriate gear, then release the clutch slowly and smoothly. You cannot shift directly from 5th gear into R (Reverse). First shift into the N (Neutral) position, then into R (Reverse). If it is difficult to move the shift lever into R (Reverse) or 1st, shift into N (Neutral), then release the clutch pedal. Depress the clutch pedal and shift into R (Reverse) or 1st again.

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If your vehicle is equipped with 4-wheel drive, see ‘‘ Transfer case shifting pro- cedures for four-wheel drive vehicles’’ later in this section. Suggested up-shift speeds The following table provides suggested speed ranges for shifting into a higher gear. These suggestions relate to fuel economy and vehicle performance. Actual shift ranges should be adjusted for specific road conditions, weather conditions and individual driving habits. c Two-wheel drive models and four-wheel

drive models (2H and 4H position):

Shift from

1st to 2nd 2nd to 3rd 3rd to 4th 4th to 5th

MPH (km/h)

15 (24) 25 (40) 40 (64) 45 (72)

c 4-wheel drive model (4L position):

Shift from

1st to 2nd 2nd to 3rd 3rd to 4th 4th to 5th

MPH (km/h)

8 (13) 12 (19) 20 (32) 22 (35)

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Suggested maximum speed in each gear Downshift to a lower gear if the engine is not running smoothly, or if you need to accelerate. Do not exceed the maximum suggested speed (shown below) in any gear. For level road driving, use the highest gear suggested for that speed. Always observe posted speed limits, and drive according to the road conditions, which will ensure safe operation. Allowable maximum speed in each gear: 2-wheel drive models

MPH (km/h)

PARKING BRAKE

WARNING

c Be sure the parking brake is fully released before driving. Failure to do so can cause brake failure and lead to an accident.

c Do not release the parking brake

from outside the vehicle.

c Do not use the gear shift in place of the parking brake. When parking, be sure the parking brake is fully en- gaged.

c Do not leave children unattended in a vehicle. They could release the park- ing brake and cause an accident.

4-wheel drive models

2H/4H position

1st 2nd 3rd 4th & 5th

1st 2nd 3rd 4th & 5th

1st 2nd 3rd 4th & 5th

4L position

30 (48) 55 (88) 80 (129) − (−)

MPH (km/h)

25 (40) 43 (69) 68 (109) − (−)

12 (19) 22 (35) 30 (48) − (−)

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CRUISE CONTROL (if so equipped)

button, completely.

turn the lever and push it

in

4. Before driving, be sure the brake warning

light goes out.

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To apply: pull the lever out. To release: 1. Firmly apply foot brake. 2. Manual transmission models:

Place the shift lever in the N (Neutral) position.

Automatic transmission models: Move the selector lever to the P (Park) position.

3. While pulling out on the parking brake lever slightly, push and hold the release

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PRECAUTIONS ON CRUISE CONTROL c The cruise control system cancels auto- matically if it is not functioning properly. The SET indicator light in the instrument panel then blinks to warn the driver.

c If the SET indicator light blinks, turn the cruise control main switch off and have the system checked by an authorized NISSAN dealer.

c The SET indicator light may blink when the cruise control main switch is turned ON while pushing the RES/ACCEL, Starting and driving 5-17

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COAST/SET, or CANCEL switch (lo- cated on the steering wheel). To properly use the cruise control system, use the following procedures.

WARNING

Do not use the cruise control when driving under the following conditions. c When it is not possible to keep the

vehicle at a set speed.

c In heavy traffic or in traffic that var-

ies in speed.

c On winding or hilly roads. c On slippery roads (rain, snow, ice, etc.). c In very windy areas. Doing so could cause a loss of vehicle control and result in an accident.

CAUTION

On manual transmission models, do not shift into N (Neutral) without de- pressing the clutch pedal when the cruise control is set. Should this occur, depress the clutch pedal and turn the- main switch off immediately. Failure to do so may cause engine damage.

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CRUISE CONTROL OPERA- TIONS The cruise control allows driving at a speed between 25 to 90 MPH (40 to 144 km/h) without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. To turn on the cruise control, push the main switch. The CRUISE indicator light in the instrument panel comes on. To set cruising speed, accelerate the ve- hicle to the desired speed, push the COAST/SET switch and release it. The SET light in the instrument cluster comes on. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. Your vehicle maintains the set speed. c To pass another vehicle, depress the accelerator pedal. When you release the pedal, the vehicle returns to the previ- ously set speed.

c The vehicle may not maintain the set speed when going up or down steep hills. If this happens, drive without the cruise control. To cancel the preset speed, use one of the following three methods: a) Push the CANCEL button; the SET light

in the instrument cluster goes out.

b) Tap the brake pedal; the SET light goes

out.

c) Turn the main switch off. Both the CRUISE indicator on the main switch and SET light in the instrument cluster go out. The cruise control is automatically can- celled and the SET light in the instrument panel goes out if: c you depress the brake or clutch pedal while pushing the RES/ACCEL or COAST/SET switch.

c the vehicle slows down more than 8 MPH

(13 km/h) below the set speed.

c you depress the clutch pedal (manual transmission), or move the shift selector lever to N (Neutral) (automatic transmis- sion).

To reset at a faster cruising speed, use one of the following three methods. a) Depress the accelerator pedal. When the vehicle attains the desired speed, push and release the COAST/SET switch.

b) Push and hold the RES/ACCEL switch. When the vehicle attains the speed you desire, release the switch.

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c) Push and release the RES/ACCEL switch. the set speed

Each time you do this, increases by about 1 MPH (1.6 km/h).

To reset at a slower cruising speed, use one of the following three methods: a) Lightly tap the brake pedal. When the vehicle attains the desired speed, push the COAST/SET switch and release it.

b) Push and hold the COAST/SET switch. Release the switch when the vehicle slows to the desired speed.

c) Push and release the COAST/SET switch. Each time you do this, the set speed decreases by about 1 MPH (1.6
km/h).

To resume the preset speed, push and re- lease the RES/ACCEL switch. The vehicle returns to the last set cruising speed when the vehicle speed is over 25 MPH (40 km/h).

BREAK-IN SCHEDULE

During the first 1,000 miles (1,609 km), follow these recommendations for the future reliability and economy of your new vehicle. Failure to follow these recommendations may result in vehicle damage or shortened engine life. c Do not run the engine over 4,000 rpm. Avoid driving for long periods at constant speed, either fast or slow.

c Do not drive over the following speed

limits:

two-wheel drive models and four- wheel drive models (2H position):

Do not exceed the legal speed limit

four-wheel drive models (4H position):

55 MPH (88 km/h)

four-wheel drive models (4L position):

30 MPH (48 km/h)