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inflate in higher severity side collisions, although they may inflate if the forces in another type of collision are similar to those of a higher severity side impact. They are designed to inflate on the side where the vehicle is impacted. They may not inflate in certain side collisions.

Curtain side-impact and rollover air bags are also designed to inflate in certain types of rollover collisions or near rollovers. Vehicle damage (or lack of it) is not always an indication of proper supplemental side air bag and curtain side-impact and rollover air bag op- eration. When the supplemental side air bag and curtain air bags inflate, a fairly loud noise may be heard, followed by release of smoke. This smoke is not harmful and does not indicate a fire. Care should be taken not to inhale it, as it may cause irritation and choking. Those with a history of a breathing condition should get fresh air promptly. Supplemental side air bags, along with the use of seat belts, help to cushion the impact force on the chest of the front occupants. Curtain side- impact and rollover air bags help to cushion the impact force to the head of occupants in the front and rear outboard seating positions. They can help save lives and reduce serious injuries. How- ever, an inflating side air bag, or curtain air bag may cause abrasions or other injuries. Supple-

mental side air bags and curtain side-impact and rollover air bags do not provide restraint to the lower body.

The seat belts should be correctly worn and the driver and passenger seated upright as far as practical away from the supplemental side air bag. Rear seat passengers should be seated as far away as practical from the door finishers and side roof rails. The side air bags and curtain side-impact and rollover air bag inflate quickly in order to help protect the occupants. Because of this, the force of the side air bag and curtain air bag inflating can increase the risk of injury if the occupant is too close to, or is against, these air bag modules during inflation. The side air bag will deflate quickly after the collision is over.

The curtain side-impact and rollover air bag will remain inflated for a short time. The supplemental side air bags and curtain side-impact and rollover air bags operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON or START positions.

After turning the ignition key to the ON position, the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates. The supplemental air bag warning light will turn off after about 7
seconds if the system is operational.

WARNING

c Do not place any objects near the seat- back of the front seats. Also, do not place any objects (an umbrella, bag, etc.) between the front door finisher and the front seat. Such objects may become dangerous projectiles and cause injury if the supplemental side air bag inflates.

c Right after inflation, several side air bag and curtain side-impact and rollover air bag system components will be hot. Do not touch them; you may severely burn yourself.

c No unauthorized changes should be made to any components or wiring of the side air bag and curtain air bag system. This is to prevent accidental inflation of the side air bag and curtain air bag or damage to the side air bag and curtain air bag system.

c Do not make unauthorized changes to your vehicle(cid:146)s electrical system, sus- pension system or side panel. This could affect proper operation of the supplemental curtain air bag system.

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c Tampering with the supplemental side air bag system may result in serious personal injury. For example, do not change the front seats by placing mate- rial near the seatbacks or by installing additional trim material, such as seat covers, around the side air bag.

c Work around and on the curtain air bag system should be done by a NISSAN dealer. Installation of electrical equip- ment should also be done by a NISSAN dealer. The SRS wiring harnesses* should not be modified or discon- nected. Unauthorized electrical test equipment and probing devices should not be used on the side air bag or cur- tain air bag system.

* The SRS wiring harness or connectors are yellow or orange for easy identification.

When selling your vehicle, we request that you inform the buyer about the supplemental side air bag and curtain air bag system and guide the buyer to the appropriate sections in this Owner(cid:146)s Manual.

Pre-tensioner seat belt system (Front seats)

WARNING

c The pre-tensioner seat belt cannot be reused after activation. It must be re- placed together with the retractor and buckle as a unit.

c If the vehicle becomes involved in a frontal collision but the pre-tensioner is not activated, be sure to have the pre- tensioner system checked and, if nec- essary, your NISSAN dealer.

replaced by

c No unauthorized changes should be made to any components or wiring of the pre-tensioner seat belt system. This is to prevent accidental activation of the pre-tensioner seat belt or damage to the pre-tensioner seat belt operation. Tampering with the pre-tensioner seat belt system may result in serious per- sonal injury.

c Work around and on the pre-tensioner system should be done by a NISSAN dealer. Installation of electrical equip- ment should also be done by a NISSAN dealer. Unauthorized electrical test equipment and probing devices should not be used on the pre-tensioner seat belt system.

c If you need to dispose of the pre- tensioner or scrap the vehicle, contact a NISSAN dealer. Correct pre-tensioner disposal procedures are set forth in the appropriate NISSAN Service Manual. Incorrect disposal procedures could cause personal injury.

The front seat pre-tensioner seat belt system activates in conjunction with the front supple- mental air bag systems. Working with the seat belt retractor, it helps tighten the seat belt when the vehicle becomes involved in certain types of collisions, helping to restrain front seat occu- pants. The pre-tensioner is encased with the seat belt(cid:146)s retractor. These seat belts are used the same as conventional seat belts.

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When the pre-tensioner seat belt activates, smoke is released and a loud noise may be heard. This smoke is not harmful and does not indicate a fire. Care should be taken not to inhale it, as it may cause irritation and choking. Those with a history of a breathing condition should get fresh air promptly. After the pre-tensioner seat belts have activated, load limiters allow the seat belt to release web- bing (if necessary) to reduce forces against the chest. If any abnormality occurs in the pre-tensioner the supplemental air bag warning system, light will not come on, will flash intermit- tently or will turn on for 7 seconds and remain on after the ignition key has been turned to the ON or START position. In this case, the pre-tensioner seat belt may not function properly. They must be checked and repaired. Take your vehicle to the nearest NISSAN dealer. When selling your vehicle, we request that you inform the buyer about the pre-tensioner seat belt system and guide the buyer to the appropriate sections in this Owner(cid:146)s Manual.

SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG WARNING LABELS Warning labels about the supplemental front air bags and supplemental side-impact and rollover air bag systems are placed in the vehicle as shown in the illustration.

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1. SRS Air bag warning labels

The warning labels are located on the sur- face of the sun visor.

2. SRS Side air bag warning label

(if so

equipped) The warning label is located on the side of the passenger(cid:146)s side center pillar.

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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.

the following conditions occur,

If any of the supplemental front air bag, supplemental side air bag, curtain air bag and pre-tensioner seat belt systems need servicing: c The supplemental air bag warning light re-

mains on after approximately 7 seconds.

c The supplemental air bag warning light

flashes intermittently.

c The supplemental air bag warning light does

LRS0100

Under these conditions, the supplemental front air bag, supplemental side air bags and curtain air bag or pre-tensioner seat belt systems may not operate properly. It must be checked and re- paired. Take your vehicle to the nearest NISSAN dealer.

not come on at all.

SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT air bag warning light, The supplemental displaying in the instrument panel, moni- tors the circuits of the supplemental front air bag, supplemental side-impact air bag and curtain side-impact and rollover air bag and pre- tensioner seat belt systems. The circuits moni- tored by the supplemental air bag warning light are the diagnosis sensor unit, crash zone sensor, satellite sensors, rollover sensor, front air bag modules, side air bag modules, curtain air bag modules, pre-tensioner seat belts and all related wiring. 1-64 Safety(cid:151)Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

WARNING

If the supplemental air bag warning light is on, it could mean that the supplemental front air bag, supplemental side air bag, curtain air bag systems and/or pre- tensioner seat belt systems will not oper- ate in an accident. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have your vehicle checked by a NISSAN dealer as soon as possible.

Repair and replacement procedure The supplemental front air bags, supplemental side air bags, curtain air bags and pre-tensioner seat belts are designed 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. Repair and replacement of these supplemental air bag systems should be done only by a NISSAN dealer. When maintenance work is required on the ve- hicle, the supplemental front air bags, supple- mental side air bags, curtain air bags, pre- tensioner seat belts and related parts should be pointed out to the person performing the mainte- nance. The ignition key should always be in the LOCK position when working under the hood or inside the vehicle.

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WARNING

c Once a supplemental front air bag, supplemental side air bag or curtain air bag has inflated, the air bag module will not function again and must be re- placed. Additionally, the supplemental front air bags inflate, the activated pre-tensioner seat belts must also be replaced. The air bag module and pre-tensioner seat belt system should be replaced by a NISSAN dealer. The air bag module and pre-tensioner seat belt system cannot be repaired.

if any of

c The supplemental front air bag, side air bag and curtain air bag systems, and the pre-tensioner seat belt system should be inspected by a NISSAN dealer if there is any damage to the front end or side portion of the vehicle. c If you need to dispose of the supple- mental air bag, pre-tensioner seat belt system or scrap the vehicle, contact a NISSAN dealer. Correct supplemental air bag and pre-tensioner seat belt sys- tem disposal procedures are set forth in the appropriate NISSAN Service Manual. Incorrect disposal procedures could cause personal injury.

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2 Instruments and controls

Instrument panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Meters and gauges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Speedometer and odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Trip computer (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Engine coolant temperature gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Fuel gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Engine oil pressure gauge (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . 2-8
Voltmeter (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8

Compass and outside temperature display (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Outside temperature display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Compass display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders . . . . . . 2-12
Checking bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Indicator lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17
Audible reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21
Security systems (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21
Vehicle security system (if so equipped). . . . . . . . . . 2-21
NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system (NVIS) (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23
Windshield wiper and washer switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-24

Switch operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-24

Rear window and outside mirror defroster switch (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-25
Headlight and turn signal switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-25
Headlight control switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-25
Daytime running light system (Canada only) . . . . . . 2-27
Instrument brightness control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-28
Turn signal switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-28
Fog light switch (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-29
Hazard warning flasher switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-29
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-30
Cargo lamp switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-30
Heated seat (if so equipped). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-30
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-31
Hill descent control (HDC) switch (if so equipped) . . . 2-31
Electronic locking rear differential (E-Lock) system switch (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-32
Clutch interlock (clutch start) switch (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-33
Power outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-34
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-35
Storage trays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-35

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Under-seat storage bins. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-37
Console box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-38
Glove box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-38
Sunglasses holder (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-39
Map pockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-39
Seat pockets (if so equipped). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-40
Cup holders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-41
Roof rack (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-43
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-44
Power windows (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-44
Manual windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-46
Rear sliding window (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-46
Sunroof (if so equipped). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-47
Automatic sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-47

Interior lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-48
Personal lights (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-50
Map lights (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-50
HomeLinkT universal transceiver (if so equipped). . . . . 2-50
Programming HomeLinkT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-51
Programming HomeLinkT for Canadian customers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-52
Operating the HomeLinkT universal transceiver. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-52
Programming trouble-diagnosis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-53
Clearing the programmed information . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-53
Reprogramming a single HomeLinkT button . . . . . . 2-53
If your vehicle is stolen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-53

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INSTRUMENT PANEL

1. 2.

3.

4.

Ventilators (P. 4-2) Headlight/fog light (if so equipped)/turn signal switch (P. 2-25) Steering wheel switch for audio control (if so equipped) (P. 4-25) Driver supplemental air bag/horn (P. 1-48, P. 2-30)

5. Meters, gauges and warning/indicator

6.

lights (P. 2-3, 2-12) Cruise control main/set switches (if so equipped) (P. 5-17)

7. Windshield wiper/washer switch

8. 9.

(P. 2-24) Storage (P. 2-35) Audio system controls (if so equipped) (P. 4-10)

10. Front passenger supplemental air bag

(P. 1-48)

11. Upper and lower glove box (P. 2-38) 12. Power outlet (P. 2-34) 13. Electronic locking rear differential

(E-Lock) system switch (if so equipped) (P. 2-32) Heated seat switches (if so equipped) (P. 2-30) Hill descent control (HDC) switch (if so equipped) (P. 2-31)

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METERS AND GAUGES

Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch (if so equipped) (P. 2-31)

14. Shift selector lever (P. 5-10) 15. 4WD shift switch (if so equipped)

(P. 5-20)

16. Climate controls (P. 4-2) 17. Passenger air bag status light (P. 1-58) 18. Hazard lights (P. 2-29) 19. Ignition switch (P. 5-7) 20. Tilt steering wheel control (if so equipped) (P. 3-11)

21. Cargo lamp switch (P. 2-30) 22. Clutch interlock (clutch start) switch

(if so equipped) (P. 2-33)

23. Outside mirror controls (if so equipped)

(P. 3-14)

1. Warning/indicator lights 2. 3. 4. 5.

Tachometer Speedometer Fuel gauge Voltmeter (if so equipped)

LIC0736
6. Odometer/Twin trip odometer/Trip com-

puter (if so equipped) Engine oil pressure gauge (if so equipped) Engine coolant temperature gauge

7.

8.

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Speedometer

1. 2. Odometer/twin trip display 3. Change button SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER Speedometer The speedometer indicates vehicle speed in miles per hour (MPH) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Odometer/Twin trip odometer The odometer/twin trip odometer is displayed when the ignition key is in the ON position.

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The odometer records the total distance the ve- hicle has been driven. The twin trip odometer records the distance of individual trips.

With twin trip odometer

LIC0780

Changing the display: For vehicles equipped with twin trip odometer, pushing the change button changes the display as follows: Trip

! Trip

! Trip

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With trip computer

For vehicles equipped with trip computer, push- ing the change button changes the display as follows: ! Trip ! Distance to Empty ! Trip Average speed ! Average fuel consumption ! Journey time ! Trip For additional puter(cid:148) later in this section. Resetting the trip odometer: Pushing the change button for more than 1 sec- ond resets the trip odometer to zero.

information, refer to (cid:147)Trip com-

TRIP COMPUTER (if so equipped) The display of the trip computer is situated in the speedometer display. When the ignition is turned to ON, the display scrolls all the modes of the trip computer and then shows the mode chosen be- fore the ignition switch was turned OFF.

When the ignition switch is turned to ON, modes of the trip computer can be selected by pushing the trip computer change button. The following modes can be selected: Distance to empty (dte(cid:151)mile or km) The distance to empty (dte) mode provides you with an estimation of the distance that can be driven before refueling. The dte is constantly be- ing calculated, based on the amount of fuel in the fuel tank and the actual fuel consumption. The display is updated every 30 seconds. The dte mode includes a low range warning feature: when the fuel level is low, the dte mode is automatically selected and the digits blink in or- der to draw the driver(cid:146)s attention. Press the change button if you wish to return to the mode that was selected before the warning occurred. The dte mark (dte) will remain blinking until the vehicle is refueled. When the fuel display will change to (----).

level drops even lower, the dte

NOTE: c If the amount of fuel added while the ignition switch is OFF is small, the dis- play just before the ignition switch is turned OFF may continue to be dis- played.

c When driving uphill or rounding curves, the fuel in the tank shifts, which may momentarily change the display.

Average speed (MPH or km/h) The average speed mode shows the average vehicle speed since last reset. Resetting is done by pressing the change button for more than approximately 1 second. The display is updated every 30 seconds. The first 30 seconds after a reset, the display shows (----). Average fuel consumption (Mpg or l/100km) The average fuel consumption mode shows the average fuel consumption since the last reset. Resetting is done by pressing the change button for more than approximately 1 second. The dis- play is updated every 30 seconds. At about the first 1/3 miles (500 m) after a reset, the display shows (----).

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Journey time The journey time mode shows the time since the last reset. The displayed time can be reset by pressing the change button for more than ap- proximately 1 second. Trip computer reset Pushing the change button for more than 3 sec- onds will reset all modes except Trip A and dis- tance to empty (dte).

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TACHOMETER The tachometer indicates engine speed in revo- lutions per minute (rpm). Do not rev engine into the red zone s1 .

CAUTION

When engine speed approaches the red zone, shift to a higher gear. Operating the engine in the red zone may cause serious engine damage.

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ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE The gauge indicates the engine coolant tempera- ture. The engine coolant temperature is within the normal range s1 when the gauge needle points within the zone shown in the illustration.

The engine coolant temperature varies with the outside air temperature and driving conditions.

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CAUTION

If the gauge indicates coolant tempera- ture near the hot (H) end of the normal range, reduce vehicle speed to decrease temperature. If the gauge is over the nor- mal 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 (cid:147)If your vehicle overheats(cid:148) in the (cid:147)In case of emergency(cid:148) section for immediate action required.

The located on the driver(cid:146)s side of the vehicle.

indicates that the fuel filler lid is

CAUTION

c If

the vehicle runs out of

fuel, malfunction indicator lamp the (MIL) may come on. Refuel as soon as possible. After a few driving trips, the lamp should turn off. If the lamp remains on after a few driving trips, have the vehicle inspected by a NISSAN dealer.

c For additional information, see (cid:147)Mal- function indicator lamp (MIL)(cid:148) later in this section.

LIC0740

FUEL GAUGE The gauge indicates the approximate fuel level in the tank.

The gauge may move slightly during braking, turning, acceleration, or going up or down hills.

The gauge needle returns to E (Empty) after the ignition key is turned to OFF.

The low fuel warning light comes on when the amount of fuel in the tank is getting low. Refill the fuel tank before the gauge regis- ters E (Empty).

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c If the gauge needle does not move with the proper amount of engine oil, have the vehicle checked by a NISSAN dealer. Continued vehicle operation in such a condition could cause serious damage to the engine.

LIC0741
ENGINE OIL PRESSURE GAUGE (if so equipped) The gauge indicates the engine lubrication sys- tem oil pressure while the engine is running. When the engine speed is high, the engine oil pressure is also high. When it is low, the gauge indicates the low oil pressure.

CAUTION

c This gauge is not designed to indicate low engine oil level. Use the dipstick to check the oil level. (See (cid:147)Engine oil(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Maintenance and do-it-yourself(cid:148) section.)

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VOLTMETER (if so equipped) When the ignition key is turned to the ON posi- tion, the voltmeter indicates the battery voltage. When the engine is running, it indicates the gen- erator voltage. While cranking the engine, the volts drop below the normal range. If the needle is not in the normal range (11 - 15 volts) s1 while the engine is running, it may indicate that the charging system is not functioning properly. Have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer.

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COMPASS AND OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE DISPLAY (if so equipped) This unit has the following functions: c Measures terrestrial magnetism and indi-

cates heading direction of vehicle c Indicates outside air temperature

c When the outside temperature is between 140(cid:176)F (60(cid:176)C) and 194(cid:176)F (90(cid:176)C), the display will read 140(cid:176)F (60(cid:176)C). When the tempera- ture is above 194(cid:176)F (90(cid:176)C), the display will read (cid:147)SC(cid:148).

c When the outside temperature is between -40(cid:176)F (-40(cid:176)C) and -60(cid:176)F (-51(cid:176)C), the dis- play will read -40(cid:176)F (-40(cid:176)C). When the tem- perature is below -60(cid:176)F (-51(cid:176)C), the display will read (cid:147)OC(cid:148).

c The outside temperature sensor is located in front of the radiator. The sensor may be affected by road or engine heat, wind direc- tion and other driving conditions. The display may differ from the actual outside tempera- ture or the temperature displayed on various signs or billboards.

c Temperature display will not update unless the vehicle is moving faster than 12 MPH (20 km/h), or the ignition switch has been OFF for 4 hours.

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OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE DISPLAY Push the button when the ignition key is in the ON position. The outside temperature will be displayed s1 . c To change from (cid:176)F to (cid:176)C, push and hold the button for about 3 seconds until the display begins to flash. Press the button again to toggle between (cid:176)F and (cid:176)C. Once you have selected (cid:176)F or (cid:176)C, the display will continue to flash for about 5 seconds, then the temperature will display.

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button when the ignition key is in

COMPASS DISPLAY Push the the ON position to display the direction s1 . N: north E: east S: south W: west If the display reads (cid:147)CAL(cid:148), calibrate the compass by driving the vehicle in three complete circles at less than 5 MPH (8 km/h). You can also calibrate the compass by driving your vehicle on your everyday route. The com- pass will be calibrated once it has tracked three complete circles.

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c When cleaning the mirror, use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner. Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror as it may cause the liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing.

Zone variation change procedure The difference between magnetic north and geo- graphical north is known as variance. In some areas, this difference can sometimes be great enough to cause false compass readings. Follow these instructions to set the variance for your particular location if this happens:

1. Press and hold the

button for about 8
seconds. The current zone number will ap- pear in the display.

2. Find your current location on the zone map. Refer to the illustration. Record the zone number.

3. Press and hold the

button until the new zone number appears in the display. After you stop pressing the switch in, the display will show a compass direction within a few seconds.

Inaccurate compass direction

The compass display is equipped with automatic correction function. If the correct direction is not shown, follow this procedure.

1. With the display turned on, push the

button about 8 seconds, until the zone se- lection comes up (a number will be dis- played in the mirror compass window).

2. Toggle until correct zone is found and re-

lease button.

3. The display will return to the normal com- pass mode within 5 seconds of no button activity.

4.

If the vehicle changes zone, repeat steps 1
through 3. See map.

c If the compass deviates from the correct indication soon after repeated adjustment, have the compass checked at an authorized dealer.

c The compass may not indicate the correct compass point in tunnels or while driving up or down a steep hill. (The compass returns to the correct compass point when the ve- hicle moves to an area where the geomag- netism is stabilized.)

CAUTION

c Do not install a ski rack, antenna, etc., which are attached to the vehicle by means of a magnet. They affect the op- eration of the compass.

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WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND AUDIBLE REMINDERS

or

Anti-lock brake warning light

Low windshield washer fluid warning light

Hill descent control (HDC) indicator light (if so equipped)

Automatic transmission oil temperature warn- ing light (

model)

Automatic transmission park warning light

model)

Seat belt warning light and chime

Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL)

Supplemental air bag warning light

Overdrive off indicator light (automatic trans- mission only)

or

Brake warning light

Automatic transmission position indicator light

Security indicator light (if so equipped)

Charge warning light (if so equipped)

Cruise main switch indicator light (if so equipped)

Slip indicator light for models with ABLS (if so equipped)

Door open warning light

Cruise set switch indicator light (if so equipped)

Slip indicator light for models with VDC (if so equipped)

Engine oil pressure warning light (if so equipped)

Electronic locking rear differential (E-Lock) system on indicator light (if so equipped)

Transfer 4LO position indicator light

model)

4WD warning light (

model)

4WD shift indicator light (

model)

Turn signal/hazard indicator lights

Low fuel warning light

Front passenger air bag status light

Vehicle dynamic control off indicator light (if so equipped)

Low tire pressure warning light

High beam indicator light (Blue)

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CHECKING BULBS With all doors closed, apply the parking brake and turn the ignition key to the ON position without starting the engine. The following lights will come on:

or

The following lights come on briefly and then go off:

or

If any light fails to come on, it may indicate a burned-out bulb or an open circuit in the electrical system. Have the system repaired promptly. WARNING LIGHTS

or

Anti-lock brake warning light

If the light comes on while the engine is running, it may indicate the anti-lock brake system is not functioning properly. Have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer.

If an abnormality occurs in the system, the anti- lock function ceases, but the regular braking system continues to operate.

If the light comes on while you are driving, contact a NISSAN dealer for repair.

The ABS system will be disabled and the ABS light will illuminate when the electronic locking rear differential (E-Lock) system switch (if so equipped) is turned on and the E-Lock system is engaged. If the E-Lock system disengages or the switch is turned off, the ABS system will be enabled and the ABS light will turn off.

Automatic transmission oil temperature warning light

model)

This light comes on when the automatic transmis- sion oil temperature is too high. If the light comes on while driving, reduce the vehicle speed as soon as safely possible until the light turns off.

CAUTION

Continued vehicle operation when the A/T oil temperature warning light is on may damage the automatic transmission.

Automatic transmission park warning light ( model)

WARNING

c If the ATP light is ON, this indicates that the automatic transmission P (Park) po- sition will not function and the transfer case is in neutral.

c When parking, always make sure that the 4WD shift indicator light illuminates and the parking brake is set. Failure to engage the transfer position in 2WD, 4H or 4LO could result in the vehicle mov- ing unexpectedly, resulting in serious personal injury or property damage.

c Shift the 4WD switch into the 2WD, 4H or 4LO position again to turn off the ATP warning light when the automatic trans- mission selector lever is in the P posi- tion and the ATP warning light is ON. (Before shifting the 4WD switch into the 4LO position, move the automatic transmission selector lever into the N position once, shift the selector lever into P again and make sure the ATP warning light is OFF.)

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This light indicates that the automatic transmis- sion parking function is not engaged. If the trans- fer control is not secured in any drive position while the automatic transmission selector lever is in the P (Park) position, the transmission will disengage and the drive wheels will not lock.

or

Brake warning light

This light functions for both the parking 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 (cid:147)Brake and clutch fluid(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Maintenance and do-it-yourself(cid:148) sec- tion of this manual. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the brake system checked by a NISSAN dealer.

2.

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WARNING

CAUTION

c Your brake system may not be working properly if the warning light is on. Driv- ing could be dangerous. If you judge it to be safe, drive carefully to the nearest service station for repairs. Otherwise, have your vehicle towed because driv- ing it could be dangerous.

c Pressing the brake pedal with the en- gine stopped and/or a low brake fluid level may increase your stopping dis- tance and braking will require greater pedal effort as well as pedal travel.

c If the brake fluid level

is below the MINIMUM or MIN mark on the brake fluid reservoir, do not drive until the brake system has been checked at a NISSAN dealer.

Charge warning light (if so equipped)

If this light comes on while the engine is running, it may indicate the charging system is not func- tioning properly. Turn the engine off and check the generator belt. If the belt is loose, broken, missing, or if the light remains on, see a NISSAN dealer immediately.

c Do not ground electrical accessories directly to the battery terminal. Doing so will bypass the variable control sys- tem and the vehicle battery may not charge completely. Refer to (cid:147)Variable voltage control system(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Mainte- nance and do-it-yourself(cid:148) section later in this manual.

c Do not continue driving if the generator

belt is loose, broken or missing.

Door open warning light

This light comes on when any of the doors are not closed securely while the ignition key is in the ON position.

Engine oil pressure warning light (if so equipped)

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 a NISSAN dealer or other authorized repair shop. The engine oil pressure warning light is not designed to indicate a low oil level. Use the

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dipstick to check the oil level. See (cid:147)Engine oil(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Maintenance and do-it-yourself(cid:148) section of this manual.

CAUTION

Running the engine with the engine oil pressure warning light on could cause se- rious damage to the engine almost imme- diately. Such damage is not covered by warranty. Turn off the engine as soon as it is safe to do so.

4WD warning light ( model)

The 4WD warning light comes on when the key switch is turned to ON. It turns off soon after the engine is started.

If the engine or vehicle is not functioning properly, the warning light will either remain illuminated or blink. See (cid:147)4WD warning light(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Starting and driving(cid:148) section.

CAUTION

c If the warning light comes on or blinks during operation, have your vehicle checked by a NISSAN dealer as soon as possible.

c Do not drive on dry hard surface roads in the 4H or 4LO position. If the 4WD warning light turns on when you are driving on dry hard surface roads: (cid:150) in the 4H position, shift the 4WD shift

switch to 2WD.

(cid:150) in the 4LO position for automatic transmission models, stop the ve- hicle and shift the transmission se- lector lever to the N position with the brake pedal depressed and shift the 4WD shift switch to 2WD.

(cid:150) in the 4LO position for manual trans- mission models, stop the vehicle and shift the transmission shift lever to the N position with the clutch pedal depressed and shift the 4WD shift switch to 2WD.

c If the warning light is still on after the above operation, have your vehicle checked by a NISSAN dealer as soon as possible.

Low fuel warning light

This light comes on when the fuel level in the fuel tank is getting low. Refuel as soon as it is conve- nient, preferably before the fuel gauge reaches E

(Empty). There will be a small reserve of fuel in the tank when the fuel gauge needle reaches E (Empty).

Low tire pressure warning light

After the ignition switch is turned ON, this light comes on for about 1 second and turns off.

This light warns of low tire pressure.

NISSAN(cid:146)s low tire pressure warning system is a tire pressure monitoring system. It monitors tire pressure of all tires except the spare. When the tire pressure monitoring system warning light is lit, one or more of your tires is significantly under- inflated. You should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure as indicated on the vehicle(cid:146)s tire infor- mation placard. Driving on a significantly under- inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle(cid:146)s handling and stopping ability. Each tire, including the spare, should be checked monthly when cold and set to the recommended inflation pressure as specified in the vehicle plac- ard and owner(cid:146)s manual.

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Low tire pressure warning:

If the vehicle is being driven with very low tire pressure (lower than 28 psi, 193 kPa), the light will illuminate and the chime will sound for about 10 seconds.

For additional information, see (cid:147)Low tire pressure warning system(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Starting and driving(cid:148) section and (cid:147)Low tire pressure warning system(cid:148) in the (cid:147)In case of emergency(cid:148) section.

WARNING

c If the light does not come on with the key switch turned ON, have the vehicle checked by a NISSAN dealer as soon as possible.

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c If the light comes on while driving, avoid sudden steering maneuvers or abrupt braking, reduce vehicle speed, pull off the road to a safe location and stop the vehicle as soon as possible. Serious vehicle damage could occur and may lead to an accident and could result in serious personal injury. Check the tire pressure for all four tires. Adjust the tire pressure to the recommended COLD tire pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label to turn the low tire pressure warning light OFF. If the light still comes on while driving after adjusting the tire pressure, a tire may be flat. If you have a flat tire, re- place it with a spare tire as soon as possible.

c When a spare tire is mounted or a wheel is replaced, tire pressure will not be indicated and the low tire pressure warning system will not function. Con- tact your NISSAN dealer as soon as possible for tire replacement and/or system resetting.

CAUTION

c The low tire pressure warning system is not a substitute for the regular tire pres- sure check. Be sure to check the tire pressure regularly.

c If the vehicle is being driven at speeds of less than 20 MPH (32 km/h), the low tire pressure warning system may not operate correctly.

c Be sure to install the specified size of

tires to the 4 wheels correctly.

Low windshield washer fluid warning light

This light comes on when the windshield washer fluid is at a low level. Add windshield washer fluid as necessary. See (cid:147)Window washer fluid(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Maintenance and do-it-yourself(cid:148) section of this manual.

Seat belt warning light and chime

The light and chime remind you to fasten your seat belts. The light illuminates whenever the ignition key is turned to the ON or START position and remains illuminated until the driver(cid:146)s seat belt

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is fastened. At the same time, the chime sounds for about 6 seconds unless the driver(cid:146)s seat belt is securely fastened.

Refer to (cid:147)Seat belts(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Safety(cid:151)Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system(cid:148) section for precautions on seat belt usage.

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.

the following conditions occur,

If any of the supplemental front air bag, supplemental side air bag (if so equipped), curtain side-impact air bags (if so equipped), and pre-tensioner seat belt sys- tems need servicing and your vehicle must be taken to a NISSAN dealer: c The supplemental air bag warning light re-

mains on after approximately 7 seconds.

c The supplemental air bag warning light

flashes intermittently.

c The supplemental air bag warning light does

not come on at all.

Unless checked and repaired, the supplemental restraint system (air bag system) and/or the pre-

tensioner seat belts may not function properly. For additional details see (cid:147)Supplemental restraint system(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Safety(cid:151)Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system(cid:148) section of this manual.

WARNING

If the supplemental air bag warning light is on, it could mean that the supplemental front air bag, supplemental side air bag (if so equipped), curtain side-impact air bag systems (if so equipped) and/or pre- tensioner seat belt systems will not oper- ate in an accident. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have your vehicle checked by a NISSAN dealer as soon as possible.

INDICATOR LIGHTS

Automatic transmission position indicator light

When the ignition key is turned to the ON posi- tion, this indicator light shows the automatic transmission selector lever position. See (cid:147)Driving the vehicle(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Starting and driving(cid:148) section of this manual.

Cruise main switch indicator light (if so equipped)

The light comes on when the cruise control main switch is pushed. The light goes out when the main switch is pushed again. When the cruise main switch indicator light comes on, the cruise control system is operational.

Cruise set switch indicator light (if so equipped)

The light comes on while the vehicle speed is controlled by the cruise control system. If the light blinks while the engine is running, it may indicate the cruise control system is not functioning prop- erly. Have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer.

Electronic locking rear differential (E-Lock) system on indicator light (if so equipped)

This light comes on when the electronic locking rear differential (E-Lock) system clutch is fully engaged.

The indicator light flashes when the system is first turned on. When the system fully engages, the

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If the switch is on and the light remains on. indicator light continues to flash, the system is not engaged. For additional information, see (cid:147)Electronic lock- ing rear differential (E-Lock) system switch(cid:148) later in this section and (cid:147)Electronic locking rear differ- ential (E-Lock) system(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Starting and driv- ing(cid:148) section of this manual.

4WD shift indicator light

model)

The light should turn off within 1 second after turning the ignition switch to ON. While the engine is running, the 4WD shift indi- cator light will illuminate the position selected by the 4WD shift switch. The 4WD shift indicator light may blink while shifting from one drive mode to the other.

Front passenger air bag status light

The front passenger air bag status light ( will be lit and the passenger front air bag will be OFF depending on how the front passenger seat is being used.

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For front passenger air bag status light operation, see (cid:147)Front passenger air bag and status light(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Safety (cid:151) Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system(cid:148) section of this manual.

For additional information, see (cid:147)Hill descent con- trol (HDC) switch(cid:148) later in this section and (cid:147)Hill descent control (HDC) system(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Starting and driving(cid:148) section of this manual.

High beam indicator light (Blue)

Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL)

This blue light comes on when the headlight high beams are on and goes out when the low beams are selected.

If this indicator lamp comes on steady or blinks while the engine is running, it may indicate a potential emission control malfunction.

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

Hill descent control (HDC) system on indicator light (if so equipped)

When the ignition switch is turned ON, this light comes on briefly and then turns off.

The light comes on when the hill descent control system is activated.

If the HDC switch is on and the indicator light blinks, the system is not engaged.

If the indicator light does not come on or blink when the hill descent switch is on, the system may not be functioning properly. Have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer.

The malfunction indicator lamp may also come on steady if the fuel filler cap is loose or missing, or if the vehicle runs out of fuel. Check to make sure the fuel filler cap is installed and closed tightly, and that the vehicle has at least 3 gallons (11.4
liters) of fuel in the fuel tank.

After a few driving trips, the lamp should turn off if no other potential emission control system malfunction exists.

If this indicator lamp comes on steady for 20
seconds and then blinks for 10 seconds when the engine is not running, it indicates that the vehicle is not ready for an emission control sys- tem inspection/maintenance test. See (cid:147)Readi- ness for inspection/maintenance (I/M) test(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Technical and consumer information(cid:148) section of this manual.

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Operation

The malfunction indicator lamp will come on in one of two ways: c Malfunction indicator lamp on steady (cid:151) An emission control system malfunction has been detected. Check the fuel filler cap. If the fuel filler cap is loose or missing, tighten or install the cap and continue to drive the vehicle. The lamp should turn off after a few driving trips. If the lamp does not turn off after a few driving trips, have the vehicle inspected by a NISSAN dealer. You do not need to have your vehicle towed to the dealer.

c Malfunction indicator lamp blinking (cid:151) An engine misfire has been detected which may damage the emission control system. To re- duce or avoid emission control system dam- age: (cid:150) do not drive at speeds above 45 MPH

(72 km/h).

(cid:150) avoid hard acceleration or deceleration. (cid:150) avoid steep uphill grades. (cid:150) if possible, reduce the amount of cargo

being hauled or towed.

The malfunction indicator lamp may stop blinking and come on steady. Have the vehicle inspected

by a NISSAN dealer. You do not need to have your vehicle towed to the dealer.

For additional tems(cid:148) later in this section.

information, see (cid:147)Security sys-

CAUTION

Continued vehicle operation without hav- ing the emission control system checked and repaired as necessary could lead to poor driveability, reduced fuel economy, and possible damage to the emission con- trol system.

Overdrive off indicator light (automatic transmission models only)

This light comes on when the overdrive function is OFF.

The automatic transmission overdrive function is controlled by the overdrive switch.

See (cid:147)Driving the vehicle(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Starting and driving(cid:148) section of this manual.

Security indicator light (if so equipped)

This light blinks whenever the ignition switch is in the LOCK, OFF or ACC position. This function indicates the security system equipped on the vehicle is operational.

Slip indicator light for models with ABLS (if so equipped)

This indicator light comes on if the active brake limited slip is activated. If activated, the system will apply braking to the slipping drive wheel(s), giving the non-slipping wheel(s) more traction. Slip indicator light for models with VDC (if so equipped)

This indicator light will blink when the traction control system is limiting wheel spin. Slippery road conditions may exist if the slip indicator blinks on. If this happens, adjust your driving accordingly.

The slip indicator light also comes on when you turn the ignition key to the ON position. The light will turn off after about 2 seconds if the system is operational. If the light does not come on or does not go off, have the traction control system checked by a NISSAN dealer.

If the battery is removed or discharged, the trac- tion control system is disabled and the slip indi- cator light will not turn off after 2 seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. To reset the system, you must perform the reset Instruments and controls 2-19

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procedure. Refer to (cid:147)Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) system(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Starting and driving(cid:148) sec- tion of this manual.

If the light does not go off after performing the reset procedure, have the traction control system checked by a NISSAN dealer.

Transfer 4LO position indicator light (

model) The light should turn off within 1 second after turning the ignition switch to ON.

This light comes on when the 4WD shift switch is set in the 4LO position with the ignition key in the ON position.

The transfer case may be damaged if you shift the switch while driving.

Make sure the transfer 4LO position indicator light turns on when you shift the 4WD shift switch to 4LO. The indicator light may blink while shifting from one drive mode to the other. The 4LO indicator light must stop blinking and remain illuminated or turn off before shifting the transmission into gear. If the transmission selec- tor lever is shifted from the N position to any other gear when the 4LO indicator light is blinking, the vehicle may move unexpectedly. 2-20 Instruments and controls

When you shift between 4H and 4LO, follow the instructions below: c For automatic transmission models, stop the vehicle and shift the transmission selector lever to the N position with the brake pedal depressed, then depress and turn the 4WD shift switch to 4LO or 4H.

c For manual transmission models, stop the vehicle and shift the transmission selector lever to the N position with the clutch pedal depressed, then depress and turn the 4WD shift switch to 4LO or 4H.

You cannot move the transfer 4WD shift switch between 4H and 4LO unless you stop the vehicle and shift the transmission selector lever to the N position with the brake pedal (AT models) or clutch pedal (MT models) depressed.

Turn signal/hazard indicator lights

The appropriate light flashes when the turn signal switch is activated.

Both lights flash when the hazard switch is turned on.

Vehicle dynamic control off indicator light (if so equipped) This indicator light comes on when the vehicle dynamic control off switch is pushed to OFF. This indicates the vehicle dynamic control system is not operating.

Push the vehicle dynamic control off switch again or restart the engine and the system will operate normally. See (cid:147)Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) system(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Starting and driving(cid:148) section of this manual.

The vehicle dynamic control light also comes on when you turn the ignition key to the ON position. The light will turn off after about 2 seconds if the system is operational. If the light comes on along with the SLIP indicator light while you are driving, have the vehicle dynamic control system checked by a NISSAN dealer.

If the battery is removed or discharged, the ve- hicle dynamic control system is disabled and the VDC indicator light will not turn off after 2 sec- onds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. To reset the system, you must perform the reset procedure. Refer to (cid:147)Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) system(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Starting and driv- ing(cid:148) section of this manual.

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Key reminder chime A chime sounds if the driver(cid:146)s door is opened while the key is left in the ignition switch. Remove the key and take it with you when leaving the vehicle. Light reminder chime With the ignition switch in the OFF position, a chime sounds when the driver(cid:146)s door is opened if the headlights or parking lights are on. Turn the headlight control switch off before leav- ing the vehicle.

If the light does not go off after performing the reset procedure, have the traction control system checked by a NISSAN dealer.

While the vehicle dynamic control system is op- erating, you might feel slight vibration or hear the system working when starting the vehicle or ac- celerating, but this is normal.

The VDC system will be disabled and the VDC light will illuminate when the electronic locking rear differential (E-lock) system switch (if so equipped) is turned on and the E-lock system is engaged. If the E-lock system disengages or the switch is turned off, the VDC system will be enabled and the VDC light will turn off. AUDIBLE REMINDERS Brake pad wear warning The front disc brake pads have audible wear warnings. When a front brake pad requires re- placement, it makes a high pitched scraping sound when the vehicle is in motion, whether or not the brake pedal is depressed. Have the brakes checked as soon as possible if the warn- ing sound is heard.

SECURITY SYSTEMS (if so equipped)

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Your vehicle may have two types of security sys- tems: c Vehicle security system (if so equipped) c NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System(cid:151)NVIS

(if so equipped)

VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM (if so equipped) The vehicle security system provides visual and audible alarm signals if someone opens the doors when the system is armed. It is not, however, a motion detection type system that activates when a vehicle is moved or when a vibration occurs.

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The system helps deter vehicle theft but cannot prevent it, nor can it prevent the theft of interior or exterior vehicle components in all situations. Al- ways secure your vehicle even if parking for a brief period. Never leave your keys in the ignition, and always lock the vehicle when unattended. Be aware of your surroundings, and park in secure, well-lit areas whenever possible. Many devices offering additional protection, such as component locks, identification markers, and tracking systems, are available at auto supply stores and specialty shops. Your NISSAN dealer may also offer such equipment. Check with your insurance company to see if you may be eligible for discounts for various theft protection features. How to arm the vehicle security system 1. Close all windows. (The system can be armed even if the windows are open.)

2. Remove the key from the ignition switch. 3. Close all doors. Lock all doors. The doors can be locked with the key, power door lock switch (if the door is opened, locked and then closed), or with the keyfob.

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Keyfob operation: c Push the

button on the keyfob. All doors lock. The hazard lights flash twice and the horn beeps once to indicate all doors are locked.

c When the

button is pushed with all doors locked, the hazard lights flash twice and the horn beeps once as a re- minder that the doors are already locked.

The horn may or may not beep. Refer to (cid:147)Silencing the horn beep feature(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Pre-driving checks and adjustments(cid:148) sec- tion later in this manual.

4. Confirm that the

indicator light comes on. The light stays on for about 30
seconds. The vehicle security system is now pre-armed. After about 30 seconds the ve- hicle security system automatically shifts into the armed phase. The light begins to flash once every 3 seconds. If, during the 30-second pre-arm time period, the door is unlocked by the key or the keyfob, or the ignition key is turned to ACC or ON, the system will not arm.

c If the key is turned slowly when locking the door, the system may not arm. Fur- thermore, if the key is turned beyond the vertical position toward the unlock

position to remove the key, the system may be disarmed when the key is re- moved. If the indicator light fails to glow for 30 seconds, unlock the door once and lock it again.

c Even when the driver and/or passen- gers are in the vehicle, the system will arm with all doors closed and locked with the ignition key in the OFF posi- tion.

Vehicle security system activation The vehicle security system will give the following alarm: c The headlights blink and the horn sounds

intermittently.

c The alarm automatically turns off after ap- proximately 50 seconds. However, the alarm reactivates if the vehicle is tampered with again. The alarm can be shut off by unlocking a door with the key, or by pressing the button on the keyfob.

The alarm is activated by: c opening a door without using the key or keyfob (even if the door is unlocked by using the inside lock knob or the power door lock switch).

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How to stop an activated alarm The alarm stops only by unlocking a door with the key, or by pressing the button on the key- fob. NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM (NVIS) (if so equipped) The NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System (NVIS) will not allow the engine to start without the use of a registered NVIS key.

If the engine fails to start using a registered NVIS key (for example, when interference is caused by another NVIS key, an automated toll road device or automatic payment device on the key ring), restart the engine using the following proce- dures:

1. Leave the ignition switch in the ON position

for approximately 5 seconds.

2. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF or LOCK position, and wait approximately 10 sec- onds.

3. Repeat steps 1 and 2.

4. Restart the engine while holding the device (which may have caused the interference) separate from the registered NVIS key.

If the no start condition re-occurs, NISSAN rec- ommends placing the registered NVIS key on a separate key ring to avoid interference from other devices. Statement related to Section 15 of FCC Rules for NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer Sys- tem (CONT ASSY (cid:151) IMMOBILIZER, ANT ASSY (cid:151) IMMOBILIZER) This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the follow- ing two conditions; (1) This device may not cause harmful in- terference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including inter- ference that may cause undesired opera- tion of the device. CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT EX- PRESSLY APPROVED BY THE MANUFAC- TURER FOR COMPLIANCE COULD VOID THE USER(cid:146)S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.

LIC0474

Security indicator light The security indicator light blinks whenever the ignition switch is in the LOCK, OFF or ACC position. This function indicates the NISSAN Ve- hicle Immobilizer System (NVIS) is operational. If the NVIS is malfunctioning, the light will remain on while the ignition key is in the ON position. If the light still remains on and/or the en- gine will not start, see a NISSAN dealer for NVIS service as soon as possible. Please bring all NVIS keys that you have when visiting your NISSAN dealer for service.

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c Pre-mix washer fluid concentrates with water to the manufacturer(cid:146)s recom- mended levels before pouring the fluid into the window washer reservoir tank. Do not use the window washer reservoir tank to mix the washer fluid concen- trate and water.

WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH

WIC0854

SWITCH OPERATION The windshield wiper and washer operates when the ignition switch is in the ON position.

Push the lever down to operate the wiper at the following speed: s1

Intermittent (cid:151) intermittent operation can be adjusted by turning the knob toward sA (Slower) or sB (Faster). s2
Low (cid:151) continuous low speed operation s3 High (cid:151) continuous high speed operation Push the lever up s4 to have one sweep opera- tion of the wiper. 2-24 Instruments and controls

Pull the lever toward you s5
to operate the washer. The wiper will also operate several times.

WARNING

In freezing temperatures the washer solu- tion may freeze on the windshield and obscure your vision which may lead to an accident. Warm the windshield with the defroster before you wash the windshield.

CAUTION

c Do not operate the washer continu-

ously for more than 30 seconds.

c Do not operate the washer if the reser-

voir tank is empty.

c Do not fill the window washer reservoir tank with washer fluid concentrates at full strength. Some methyl alcohol based washer fluid concentrates may permanently stain the grille if spilled while filling the window washer reser- voir tank.

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REAR WINDOW AND OUTSIDE MIRROR DEFROSTER SWITCH (if so equipped)

HEADLIGHT AND TURN SIGNAL SWITCH

LIC0783
To defrost the rear window glass and outside mirrors (if so equipped), start the engine and push the rear window defroster switch on. The rear window defroster light on the switch comes on. Push the switch again to turn the defroster off. The rear window defroster automatically turns off after approximately 15 minutes.

indicator

CAUTION

When cleaning the inner side of the rear window, be careful not to scratch or dam- age the rear window defroster.

LIC0560

LIC0706

Type A

HEADLIGHT CONTROL SWITCH Lighting s1 When turning the switch to the

posi- tion, the front parking, tail, license plate and instrument panel lights come on. s2 When turning the switch to the

posi- tion, the headlights come on and all the other lights remain on.

Type B

CAUTION

Use the headlights with the engine run- ning to avoid discharging the vehicle battery.

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To turn on the autolight system: 1. Turn the headlight switch to the AUTO posi-

tion s1 .

2. Turn the ignition key to ON. 3. The autolight system automatically turns the

headlights on and off.

Initially, if the ignition switch is turned OFF and a door is opened and left open, the headlights remain ON for 5 minutes. If another door is opened during the 5 minutes, then the 5 minute timer is reset. To turn the autolight system off, turn the switch to the OFF,

position.

, or

Type C

LIC0688

LIC0561

Autolight system (if so equipped) The autolight system allows the headlights to be set so they turn on and off automatically. The autolight system can: c Turn on the headlights, front parking, tail, license plate and instrument panel lights au- tomatically when it is dark.

c Turn off all the lights when it is light. c Keep all the lights on for 45 seconds after you turn the key to OFF and all doors are closed.

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After the headlights automatically turn off with the position, headlight switch in the the headlights will illuminate again for 5 minutes if the headlight switch is moved to the OFF position and then turned to the position.

or

or

LIC0835
Be sure you do not put anything on top of the autolight sensor s1 located in the top side of the instrument panel. The autolight sensor controls the autolight; if it is cov- ered, the autolight sensor reacts as if it is dark out and the headlights will illuminate. If this occurs while parked with the engine off and the key in the ON position, your vehicle(cid:146)s battery could become discharged.

LIC0562

Headlight beam select s1 To select the high beam function, push the lever forward. The high beam lights come on and the

light illuminates.

s2 Pull the lever back to select the low beam. s3 Pulling and releasing the lever flashes the

headlight high beams on and off.

Battery saver system If the ignition switch is turned OFF while the headlight switch is in the posi- tion, the headlights will turn off after 5 minutes.

or

CAUTION

Even though the battery saver feature au- tomatically turns off the headlights after a period of time, you should turn the head- light switch to the OFF position when the engine is not running to avoid discharging the vehicle battery.

DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT SYSTEM (Canada only) The headlights automatically illuminate at a re- duced intensity when the engine is started with the parking brake released. The daytime running lights operate with the headlight switch in the position. Turn the OFF position or in the headlight switch to the position for full illumination when driving at night. If the parking brake is applied before the engine is started, the daytime running lights do not illumi- nate. The daytime running lights illuminate when the parking brake is released. The daytime run- ning lights will remain on until the ignition switch is turned off.

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WARNING

When the daytime running light system is active, tail lights on your vehicle are not on. It is necessary at dusk to turn on your headlights. Failure to do so could cause an accident injuring yourself and others.

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LIC0759

LIC0563

INSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESS CONTROL The instrument brightness control operates when the in the or AUTO position (with auto- lights activated). Turn the control to adjust the brightness of instru- ment panel lights when driving at night.

headlight

control

switch

is

TURN SIGNAL SWITCH Turn signal s1 Move the lever up or down to signal the turning direction. When the turn is com- pleted, the turn signals cancel automatically.

Lane change signal s2 To signal a lane change, move the lever up or down to the point where the indicator light begins to flash, but the lever does not latch.

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HAZARD WARNING FLASHER SWITCH

c Turn signals do not work when the haz-

ard warning flasher lights are on.

The flashers will operate with the ignition switch