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3. Position the lap belt low on the hips as

illustrated.

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

Selecting correct set of belts The center seat belt buckle and tongue are identified by the CENTER label. The center seat belt tongue can be fastened only into the center seat belt buckle.

SEAT BELT EXTENDERS If, because of body size or driving position, it is not possible to properly fit the lap-shoulder belt and fasten it, an extender is available which is compatible with the installed seat belts. The extender adds approximately 8 inches (200
mm) of length and may be used for either the driver or front passenger seating position. See your NISSAN dealer for assistance if the ex- tender is required.

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

I Persons who can use the standard seat belt should not use an extender. Such unnecessary use could result in serious personal injury in the event of an accident.

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SEAT BELT MAINTENANCE I To clean the belt webbings, apply a mild soap solution or any solution recommended for cleaning upholstery or carpets. Then brush the webbing, wipe it with a cloth and allow it to dry in the shade. Do not allow the belts to retract until they are completely dry. I Periodically check to see that the belt and the metal components such as buck- les, tongues, retractors, flexible wires and anchors work properly. If loose parts, dete- rioration, cuts or other damage on the web- bing is found, the entire belt assembly should be replaced.

CHILD RESTRAINTS FOR INFANTS AND SMALL CHILDREN

Infants and small children should al- ways be placed in an appropriate child restraint while riding in the vehicle. Fail- ure to use a child restraint can result in serious injury or death. Children and infants should never be carried on your lap. It is not possible for even the strongest adult to resist the forces of a severe accident. The child could be crushed between the adult and parts of the vehicle. Also, do not put the same seat belt around both your child and yourself. In general, child restraints are designed to be installed with a lap belt or the lap portion of a three-point type seat belt. Nissan recommends that the child re- straint be installed in the rear seat. Ac- cording to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat. An improperly installed child restraint could lead to serious injury or death in an accident.

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Child restraints specially designed for infants and small children are offered by several manufacturers. When selecting any child re- straint, keep the following points in mind: 1) Choose only a restraint with a label certify- it complies with Federal Motor ing that Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213.

2) Place your child in the child restraint and check the various adjustments to be sure the child restraint is compatible with your child. Always follow all recommended pro- cedures.

3) Check the child restraint in your vehicle to be sure it is compatible with the vehicle’s seat belt system.

I Never install a rear-facing child re- straint in the front seat. A rear-facing child restraint must only be used in the rear seat. See “Installation on front passenger seat” for details.

I Follow all of the child restraint manu- facturer’s instructions for installation and use. When purchasing a child restraint, be sure to select one which will fit your child and vehicle. It may

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upright as possible.

I Remember that a child restraint left in a closed vehicle can become very hot. Check the seating surface and buckles before placing your child in the child restraint.

I All U.S. states and provinces of Canada require that infants and small children be restrained in approved child restraints at all times while the vehicle is being operated.

I For a front facing child restraint, if the seat position where it is installed has a 3-point type lap/shoulder belt, check to make sure the shoulder belt does not go in front of the child’s face or neck. If it does, put the shoulder belt behind the child restraint.

not be possible to properly install some types of child restraints in your vehicle.

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

I When your child restraint is not in use, store it in the trunk or keep it secured with a seat belt to prevent it from being thrown forward in case of a sudden stop or accident.

I After attaching a child restraint, test the restraint before you place the child in it. Tilt it from side to side. Try to tug it forward and check to see if the belt holds it in place. If the re- straint is not secure, tighten the belt as necessary, or put the restraint in another seat and test it again.

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

I Adjustable seatbacks should be posi- tioned to fit the child restraint, but as

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Installation on rear seat Center lap belt Secure the child restraint with the lap belt as illustrated. Remove all slack in the lap belt for a very tight fit by pulling forcefully on the lap belt adjustment. After attaching the child restraint, test it before you place the child in it. Tilt the restraint from side to side. If it is not secure, try to tighten the belt again, or put the restraint in another seat.

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in a sudden stop or collision.

When you install a child restraint in a rear outboard seat, follow these steps: 1. Position the child restraint on the seat. It can be placed in a forward facing or rear facing direction, depending on the size of the child. Always follow the restraint manu- facturer’s instructions.

2. Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint and insert it into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage.

Be sure to follow the child restraint manufac- turer’s instructions for belt routing. 3. Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt is fully extended and a click is heard. At this time, the belt retractor is in the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode). (It will revert back to “emergency locking” when the belt is fully retracted.)

4. Allow the belt to retract. A clicking sound will be heard as the belt retracts. This indicates that the retractor is in the auto- matic locking mode. Pull down on the belt to remove any slack in the belt.

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Installation on rear outboard seating positions

I The 3-point belt on your vehicle is equipped with a locking mode retrac- tor which must be used when install- ing a child restraint.

I Failure to do so will result in the child restraint not being properly secured. It could tip over or otherwise be un- secured and cause injury to the child

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is allowed to wind back into the seat belt retractor, the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode) is canceled; the seat belt may be used as normal and will only lock during a sudden stop or impact.

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5. Before placing the child in the child re- straint, use force to tilt the child restraint from side to side, and tug it forward to make sure that it is securely held in place.

6. Check that the retractor is in the automatic locking mode by trying to pull more belt out of the retractor. If you cannot pull any more belt webbing out of the retractor, the belt is in the automatic locking mode.

7. Check to make sure that the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use. If the belt is not locked, repeat steps 3 through 6.

After the child restraint is removed and the

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Top strap child restraint If your child restraint has a top strap, install the anchor bracket to the provided anchor point. Secure the child restraint with the center lap belt or the lap portion of an outboard 3-point belt and latch the top strap hook onto the appropriate anchor bracket. To install the an- chor bracket, a metric bolt of the dimensions listed below must be used. Bolt diameter: 8.0 mm Bolt length: more than 1.18 in (30 mm) Thread pitch: 1.25 mm

The top strap should be secured to the attach-

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ing bolt which provides the straightest installa- tion of the top strap. Child restraint anchor points are designed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child restraints. Under no circumstances are they to be used for adult seat belts or harnesses.

are pre-cut circles at each anchor point location that should break away from the shelf support material when pressure is applied to them. Remove the bolt after you feel the pre-cut circle separate from the shelf support material.

2. Cut a small slit through the parcel shelf fabric at the anchor point location. Reach through the fabric with a tool such as a pair of needle-nose pliers and remove the pre- cut circle in the parcel shelf support mate- rial.

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3. Install the bolt through the top strap hook

and into the anchor point nut.

4. Be sure to follow all of the instructions that accompany the top strap attaching hard- ware.

Your NISSAN dealer can assist you with the installation of your child restraint.

Anchor point locations Anchor points are located under the rear par- cel shelf finisher.

To use attaching hardware for child restraints with top straps, follow these instructions care- fully:

1. Open the trunk and find the anchor point nuts on the under side of the rear parcel shelf. Thread a bolt (8.0 mm diameter, 1.25
pitch) up through the nut behind the seating position where the child restraint will be installed and use it to break through the rear parcel shelf support material. There

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possible.

A child restraint with a top strap should not be used in the front passenger seat.

not be used in the front seat.

2. Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint and insert it into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage.

Installation on front passenger seat

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Never install a rear-facing child restraint in the front passenger seat. Air bags inflate with great force. A rear-facing child restraint could be struck by the air bag in a crash and could seriously injure or kill your child.

If you install a forward-facing child re- straint in the front passenger seat, place the passenger seat as far back as

I The 3-point belt in your vehicle is equipped with a locking mode retrac- tor which must be used when install- ing a child restraint.

I Failure to use the retractor’s locking mode may result in the child restraint not being properly secured. The re- straint could tip over or otherwise be unsecured and cause injury to the child in a sudden stop or collision.

When you install a child restraint in the front seat, follow these steps: 1. Position the child restraint on the front passenger seat. It should be placed in a forward-facing direction only. Move the seat as far back from the instrument panel as possible. Always follow the child re- straint manufacturer’s instructions. Child restraints for infants must be used in the rear-facing direction and therefore must

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TILTING STEERING WHEEL

5. Before placing the child in the child re- straint, use force to tilt the child restraint from side to side, and tug it forward to make sure that it is securely held in place.

6. Check that the retractor is in the automatic locking mode by trying to pull more belt out of the retractor. If you cannot pull any more belt webbing out of the retractor, the belt is in the automatic locking mode.

7. Check to make sure that the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use. If the lap belt repeat steps 3
through 6.

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is not

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Be sure to follow the child restraint manufac- turer’s instructions for belt routing.

3. Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt is fully extended and a click is heard. At this time, the belt retractor is in the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode). (It will revert back to “emergency locking” when the belt is fully retracted.)

4. Allow the belt to retract. A clicking sound will be heard as the belt retracts. This indicates that the retractor is in the auto- matic locking mode. Pull down on the belt to remove any slack in the belt.

After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt is allowed to wind back into the retractor, the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode) is canceled; the seat belt may be used as normal and will only lock during a sudden stop or impact.

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Tilt operation Push the lock lever and while holding it, adjust the steering wheel up or down to the desired position. Push the lock lever back into place to lock the steering wheel in place.

Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.

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OUTSIDE MIRROR REMOTE CONTROL

FOLDABLE OUTSIDE MIRRORS

INSIDE MIRROR

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The outside mirror will operate only when the ignition switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position. Push the right or left end of the switch to select the right or left side mirror, then adjust using the control lever. Objects viewed in the outside mirror on the passenger side are closer than they ap- pear.

Push the outside mirror backward to fold it.

The night position will reduce glare from the headlights of vehicles behind you at night.

Use the night position only when neces- sary, because it reduces rear view clarity.

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3 Heater, air conditioner and audio system

Ventilator ................................................................... 3-2
Heater and air conditioner......................................... 3-3
Automatic air conditioner .......................................... 3-9
Radio ....................................................................... 3-11
Antenna ................................................................... 3-22
CB radio or car phone ............................................ 3-23

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VENTILATOR

Open or close, and adjust the air flow direction of ventilators.

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HEATER AND AIR CONDITIONER

ON position (Indicator light ON) Interior air is recirculated inside the vehicle. Push the air recirculation button to the “ON” position when driving on a dusty road or to avoid traffic fumes and for maximum cooling when using the air conditioner.

Do not use the recirculation mode for long periods as it may cause the interior air to become stale and the windows to fog up.

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CONTROLS Fan control dial This dial turns the fan on and off, and controls fan speed. Air flow control buttons These buttons allow you to select the air flow outlets.

Temperature control lever This lever allows you to adjust the temperature of the outlet air. Air recirculation button OFF position Outside air is drawn into the passenger com- partment. Use this position for normal heater, or air conditioner operation.

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Air conditioning button This button is provided only for vehicles with air conditioner. Start the engine, move the fan control dial to the desired (1 to 4) position and push the air conditioning button to turn on the air condi- tioner. The indicator light will come on when the air conditioner is on. To stop the air con- ditioner, push the switch again to return it to the original position. The air conditioner cooling function oper- ates only when the engine is running.

Positioning of the heating or air condi- tioning controls should not be done while driving, in order that full attention may be given to the driving operation.

4. Move the temperature control lever to the

desired position.

Defrosting or defogging This mode is used to defrost/defog the win- dows. 1. Push the “ ” button in. 2. Turn on the fan control dial. 3. Move the temperature control lever to the desired position between the middle and the “HOT” position.

I To quickly remove ice or fog from the windows, turn on the fan control dial to “4” and the temperature control lever to the full “HOT” position.

I When the “

” switch is pushed, the air conditioner will automatically be turned on to defog the windshield, and the air recircu- late mode will automatically be turned off. Outside air is drawn into the passenger compartment to improve the defogging per- formance.

HEATER OPERATION Heating This mode is used to direct hot air from the floor outlets. Some air will also come from the defrost vents.

1. Push the air recirculation button to the

“OFF” position for normal heating.

2. Push the “

” button in.

3. Turn on the fan control dial.

4. Move the temperature control lever to the desired position between the middle and the “HOT” position.

I For quick heating, move the air recirculation button to the “ON” position. Be sure to return the air recirculation button to the “OFF” position for normal heating.

Ventilation This mode directs outside air from the side and center vents.

1. Push the air recirculation button to the

“OFF” position.

2. Push the “

” button in.

3. Turn on the fan control dial.

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Operating tips I Clear snow and ice from the wiper blades and air inlet in front of the wind- shield. This will improve heater opera- tion.

I When the “

” switch is pushed, the air recirculate mode will automatically be turned off. Outside air is drawn into the passenger compartment to improve the defogging per- formance.

Bi-level heating This mode directs outside air from the side and center vents and hot air from the floor outlets. 1. Push the air recirculation button to the

“OFF” position.

” button in.

2. Push the “ 3. Turn on the fan control dial. 4. Normally move the temperature control le- ver to the midpoint between “HOT” and “COLD”.

Heating and defogging This mode heats the interior and defogs the windshield. 1. Push the “ 2. Turn on the fan control dial. 3. Move the temperature control lever to the desired position between the middle and the “HOT” position.

” button in.

AIR CONDITIONER OPERATION Start the engine, move the fan control dial to the desired (1 to 4) position and push in the air conditioning button to activate the air condi- tioner. When the air conditioner is on, cooling and dehumidifying functions will be added to the heater operation.

The air conditioner cooling function op- erates only when the engine is running.

Cooling This mode is used to cool and dehumidify.

1. Push the air recirculation button to the

“OFF” position.

2. Push the “

” button in.

3. Turn on the fan control dial.

4. Push on the air conditioning button. The

indicator light will come on.

5. Move the temperature control lever to the

desired position.

I For quick cooling when the outside tem- perature is high, move the air recirculation

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button to the “ON” position. Be sure to return the air recirculation button to the “OFF” position for normal cooling.

Dehumidified heating This mode is used to heat and dehumidify.

1. Push the air recirculation button to the

“OFF” position.

2. Push the “

” button in.

3. Turn on the fan control dial.

4. Push on the air conditioning button. The

indicator light will come on.

5. Move the temperature control lever to the

desired position.

Dehumidified defogging This mode is used to defog the windows and dehumidify. 1. Push the “ ” button in. 2. Turn on the fan control dial. 3. Push on the air conditioning button. The

indicator light will come on.

4. Move the temperature control lever to the

desired position. When the “

AIR FLOW CHART The chart below shows the switch and lever positions for MAXIMUM and QUICK heating, cooling or defrosting. The air recirculation switch should be in the “OFF” position for normal cooling, heating and defrosting.

conditioner will automatically be turned on to defog the windshield, and the air recircu- late mode will automatically be turned off. Outside air is drawn into the passenger com- partment to improve the defogging perfor- mance. Operating tips I Keep the windows and sun roof closed

while the air conditioner is in operation.

I After parking in the sun, drive for two or three minutes with the windows open to vent hot air from the passenger compart- ment. Then, close the windows. This will allow the air conditioner to cool the interior more quickly.

I The air conditioning system should be operated for about ten minutes at least once a month. This helps prevent dam- age to the system due to lack of lubrica- tion.

I If the coolant temperature gauge exceeds the HOT position, turn the air conditioning off. See “If your vehicle overheats” in the “In case of emergency” section for additional information.

” button is pushed, the air

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AUTOMATIC AIR CONDITIONER

Start the engine and operate the controls to activate the air conditioner. The air conditioner cooling function oper- ates only when the engine is running. Cooling and/or dehumidified heating (Auto mode) This mode may be normally used all year round as the system automatically works to keep a constant temperature. Air flow distribu- tion and fan speed are also controlled auto- matically. 1. Push the AUTO button on. (“AUTO” will be

displayed.)

Heating (ECON mode) The air conditioner does not activate. When you need to heat only, use this mode.

1. Push the ECON (ECONOMY) button on.

(“ECON” will be displayed.)

2. Push

the

” “

“ ture.

temperature button ” to set the desired tempera-

set

I The temperature of the passenger compart- ment will be maintained automatically. Air flow distribution and fan speed are also controlled automatically.

I Do not set the temperature lower than the outside air temperature. Otherwise the sys- tem may not work properly.

I Not recommended if windows fog up. Dehumidified defogging 1. Push the DEF “

” button on. (The indicator light on the button will come on.) temperature button ” to set the desired tempera-

2. Push

the

set

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“ ture.

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2. Push

“ ture.

the

” “

button temperature ” to set the desired tempera-

set

I Adjust the temperature set button to about

75°F (24°C) for normal operation.

I The temperature of the passenger compart- ment will be maintained automatically. Air flow distribution and fan speed are also controlled automatically.

I To quickly remove ice or fog from the outside of the windows, push the manual fan control button “ ” and set to the

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Operating tips I When the engine coolant temperature and outside air temperature are low, the air flow from the foot outlets may not operate for a maximum of 150 seconds. However, this is not a malfunction. After the coolant tem- perature warms up, the air flow from the foot outlets will operate normally.

I The air recirculation button will not be acti- vated when the air conditioner is in DEF mode.

Manual air flow control button “MODE” Pushing the manual air flow control button selects the air outlet to:

: Air flows from center and side ventila-

tors.

: Air flows from center and side ventila-

tors and foot outlets.

: Air flows mainly from foot outlets.

To turn system off Push the OFF button.

maximum position “

”.

I As soon as possible after the windshield is clean, push the AUTO button to return to the auto mode.

I When the DEF “

” button is pushed, the air conditioner will automatically be turned on at outside temperatures above 35°F (2°C) to defog the windshield, and the air recirculate mode will automatically be turned off.

Outside air is drawn into the passenger compartment to improve the defogging per- formance.

Manual fan speed control Push the fan control button “ ally control the fan speed. I Push the AUTO button to return to auto-

” to manu-

matic control of the fan speed.

Air recirculation button Push the air recirculation button “ ” to recirculate interior air inside the vehicle. The indicator light on the switch will come on.

Push it again to draw outside air into the passenger compartment. The indicator will go out.

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RADIO

To turn the radio on, turn the ignition key to “ACC” or “ON”. If you listen to the radio with the engine not running, turn the key to the “ACC” position. Radio reception is affected by station signal strength, distance from radio transmitter, build- ings, bridges, mountains and other external influences. Intermittent changes in reception quality normally are caused by these external influences.

Servicing air conditioner The air conditioning system in your NISSAN vehicle is charged with a new refrigerant de- signed with the environment in mind. This new refrigerant will not harm the earth’s ozone layer. However, special charging equipment and lubricant are required when servicing your NISSAN air conditioner. Using improper refrig- erants or lubricants will cause severe damage to your air conditioning system. See AIR CON- DITIONING SYSTEM REFRIGERANT AND LUBRICANT RECOMMENDATIONS in the TECHNICAL AND CONSUMER INFORMA- TION section of this manual. Your NISSAN dealer will be able to service your environmentally “friendly” air conditioning system.

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The sensor on the instrument panel helps maintain a constant temperature; do not put anything on or around this sensor.

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AM-FM RADIO WITH CASSETTE PLAYER Radio operation Push the ON/VOL knob to listen to the radio and tune in the desired station.

Pushing the “ ” button while the cassette tape is playing will turn off the cassette player and turn on the radio.

Turn the ON/VOL knob to adjust the volume.

Inserting a cassette tape into the cassette player while the radio is on will turn off the radio and turn on the cassette player.

The electronic tuning radio has a DIVERSITY reception system. The FM signal can reflect off of buildings or mountains. This causes offen- sive noise. The DIVERSITY system employs two antennas; one is a rod type antenna and the other is a printed antenna on the rear window. This system automatically switches to the antenna which receives less noise. Thus the radio provides high quality reception. Selecting the desired band Push the band select button “ from AM to FM reception. The stereo indicator will glow during FM stereo

” to change

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reception. When the stereo broadcast signal is weak, the radio will automatically change from stereo to monaural reception. Tuning

SEEK tuning ” Push the SEEK/SCAN tuning button “ for less than 1.5 seconds. SEEK tuning begins from low to high frequencies and stops at the next broadcasting station.

The radio should not be tuned while driving in order that full attention may be given to the driving operation.

”

” button.

tuning “

Manual tuning Push down either manual “ SCAN tuning Push the SEEK/SCAN tuning button “ ” for more than 1.5 seconds. SCAN tuning be- gins from low to high frequencies and stops at each broadcasting station for five seconds. Pushing the button again during this five sec- ond period will stop SCAN tuning and the radio will remain tuned to that station.

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Station memory operations Six stations can be set for each band.

1. Tune to the desired station.

2. Push the desired select button for more

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than 2 seconds. (For example, in the dia- gram ch2 is to be memorized. The radio mutes when the select button is pushed.) 3. The indicator “ch2” will then come on and the sound will resume. Memorizing is now complete.

4. Other buttons can be set

manner.

in the same

If the battery cable is disconnected, or if the fuse blows, the radio memory will be can- celled. In that case, reset the desired stations.

Cassette tape operation Turn the ignition key to “ACC” or “ON”, then carefully insert the cassette tape into the tape door.

The cassette tape will automatically pull into the player. Do not force the cassette tape into the tape door. Pressing strongly could cause player dam- age.

The cassette tape will automatically change directions to play the other side when the first side is completed. I To maintain good quality sound, NIS- SAN recommends that you use cassette tapes of 60 minutes or shorter in length. I Cassette tapes should be removed from the player when not in use. Store cas- settes in their protective cases and away from direct sunlight, heat, moisture and magnetic sources. Direct sunlight can cause the cassette to become deformed. The use of deformed cassettes may cause the cassette to jam in the player.

I Do not use cassettes that have labels

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Adjusting tone quality Push then turn the BASS and TREB (TREBLE) control knob to obtain the most pleasant sound. Adjusting speaker sound balance Push then pull the BAL (BALANCE) control knob to adjust the volume between the right and left speakers. FADER volume control Push then pull the FADER control knob to adjust the volume between the front and rear speakers.

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which are peeling and loose. If used, the label could jam in the player. I If a cassette has loose tape,

insert a pencil through one of the cassette hubs and rewind the tape firmly around the hubs. Loose tape may cause tape jam- ming and wavering sound quality.

I Over a period of

time,

the playback head, capstan and pinch roller may col- lect a tape coating residue as the tape passes over the head. This residue ac- cumulation can cause weak or wavering sound, and should be removed periodi- cally with a head cleaning tape. If the residue is not removed periodically, the player may need to be disassembled for cleaning.

Fast forwarding or rewinding the tape Push either the FF (forward) or REW (rewind) button for the desired direction. The indicator light on the switch will come on.

poration. “DOLBY” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories

Licensing Corporation. Metal or chrome tape usage The cassette player will be automatically set to high performance play when playing a metal or chrome cassette tape. Ejecting the cassette tape Push the eject button. The cassette tape will automatically come out.

APS fast forwarding or APS rewinding the tape Push either the APS FF or APS REW button while the cassette tape is playing. The tape will run quickly, and stop and play at the next program. The indicator light flashes on and off while searching the program.

This system searches at the blank intervals between selections. If there is a blank interval within one program or there is no interval between programs, the system may not search correctly. Changing the direction of tape play Push the PROG (program) select button. Playing and stopping the cassette tape Pushing the PLAY/STOP button while the cas- sette tape is playing stops the tape. Pushing the button again plays the tape. Dolby NR (noise reduction) Push the “DOLBY NR” button for Dolby NR encoded tapes to reduce high frequency tape noise. The indicator will come on. Dolby noise reduction manufactured under li- cense from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Cor-

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AM-FM RADIO WITH CASSETTE PLAYER AND COMPACT DISC PLAYER (Bose audio system) Head unit

The radio has an FM Diversity reception sys- tem, which employs two antennas. One is a rod type antenna; the other is an antenna printed on the window. This system automati- cally switches to the antenna which is receiv- ing less noise.

The tape deck employs a permalloy head which allows for improved reproduction of high frequency ranges. Noise is also greatly re- duced by the combined use of the Dolby NR (noise reduction) system. The auto loudness circuit enhances the low frequency range au- tomatically in both radio reception and tape playback. Power button Turn the ignition key to “ACC” or “ON”, and then push the POWER button while the sys- tem is off to call up the mode (radio, tape or CD) which was playing immediately before the system was turned off. When no CD or tape is loaded, the radio will come on. While the system is on, pushing the POWER button turns the system off.

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To turn the radio off, press the POWER button. VOL (volume) control knob Turn the VOLUME control knob to adjust the volume.

RADIO OPERATION FM/AM band select button Pushing the FM/AM band select button will change the band. When FM/AM band select button is pushed while the ignition switch is at “ACC” or “ON”, the radio will come on at the station last played. The last station played will also come on when the power button is turned to ON. If a compact disc or tape is inserted when the power button is turned to ON, the compact disc or tape will automatically be turned off and the last radio station played will come on. The FM stereo indicator “ST” will glow during FM stereo reception. When the stereo broad- cast signal is weak, the radio will automatically change from stereo to monaural reception.

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Adjusting tone quality Push then turn the BASS and TREB (TREBLE) control knobs to obtain the most pleasant sound. Adjusting speaker sound balance Push then pull the BAL (BALANCE) control knob to adjust the volume between the right and left speakers. FADER volume control Push then pull the FADER control knob to adjust the volume between the front and rear speakers.

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TUNE button

The radio should not be tuned while driving in order that full attention may be given to the driving operation.

Use these buttons for manual tuning. To move quickly through the channels, hold either of the tuning buttons down for more than 0.5 sec- onds. SEEK/SCAN buttons SCAN tuning Push the SEEK/SCAN tuning button “ ” or “ ” for more than 1.5 seconds. SCAN tuning begins from low to high frequencies and stops at each broadcasting station for five seconds. Pushing the button again during this five second period will stop SCAN tuning and the radio will remain tuned to that station.

SEEK tuning ” or Push the SEEK/SCAN tuning button “ “ ” for less than 1.5 seconds. SEEK tun- ing begins from low to high frequencies and stops at the next broadcasting station.

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Station memory operations Six stations can be set for each band.

1. Tune to the desired station.

2. Push the desired select button for more

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in the than 1.5 seconds. (For example, diagram ch2 is to be memorized. The radio ceases emitting sounds when the select button is pushed.)

3. The indicator “ch2” will then come on and the sound will resume. Memorizing is now complete.

4. Other buttons can be set

in the same

manner.

If the battery cable is disconnected, or if the fuse blows, the radio memory will be can- celled. In that case, reset the desired stations. Cassette tape operation Turn the ignition key to “ACC” or “ON”, and then lightly insert the cassette tape into the tape door. The cassette tape will be automati- cally pulled into the player. The radio or CD will turn off (if it is on) and the cassette tape will begin to play. Do not force the cassette tape into the tape door. Pressing strongly could cause player dam- age. the system is turned off by pushing the If “ ” button with the cassette tape still in the player, the tape will resume playing when the

system is turned back on. TAPE button I When this button is pushed with the system turned off and a tape loaded, the system will come on and the tape will play.

I When this button is pushed with either the radio or compact disc turned on and the tape loaded, the compact disc or the radio will automatically be turned off and the tape will play.

While the tape is playing, pushing the TAPE button stops the tape. Pushing the button again allows the tape to play. FF (fast forward), REW (rewind) button Push the FF (fast forward) button to fast for- ward the tape. To rewind the tape, push the REW (rewind) button. Either the indicator light “ ” will come on when the FF or REW function is started. APS FF, APS REW button

” or “

When the APS FF button is pushed while the tape is being played, the next program will start to play from the beginning. Push the APS FF button several times to skip through pro-

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” or “

grams. The tape will advance the number of times the button is pushed (up to 9 programs). When the APS REW button is pushed once, the program being played starts over from the beginning. Push several times to fast rewind programs. The tape will go back the number of times the button is pushed. Either the indicator ” will come on when the light “ APS FF or APS REW function is started. This system searches at the blank intervals between selections. If there is a blank interval within one program or there is no interval between programs, the system may not stop in the desired or expected location. PROG (program) button Push the PROG (program) button to change the tape side while the tape is being played. The cassette tape will automatically change directions to play the other side when the first side is completed.

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Dolby NR (noise reduction) button Push the “DOLBY NR” button for Dolby NR encoded tapes to reduce high frequency tape noise. The indicator will come on.

Dolby noise reduction manufactured under li- cense from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Cor- poration. “DOLBY” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories

Licensing Corporation. Metal or chrome tape usage The cassette player will be automatically set to high performance play when playing a metal or chrome cassette tape. TAPE EJECT button When this button is pushed with the tape loaded, the tape will be ejected. When the tape is ejected while it played, the system will be turned off. Precautions on cassette player operation I To maintain good quality

sound, NISSAN recommends that you use cas- sette tapes of 60 minutes or shorter in length.

is being

I Cassette tapes should be removed from the player when not in use. Store cas- settes in their protective cases and away from direct sunlight, heat, moisture or magnetic sources. Direct sunlight can cause the cassette to become deformed. The use of deformed cassettes may cause the cassette to jam in the player.

I Do not use cassettes that have peeling or loose labels. If used, the label could jam in the player.

I If a cassette has loose tape,

insert a pencil through one of the cassette hubs and rewind the tape firmly. Loose tape may cause jamming and wavering sound quality.

I Over a period of

time,

the playback head, capstan and pinch roller may gather a tape coating residue as the tape passes over the head. This residue ac- cumulation can cause a weak or waver- ing sound and should be removed peri- odically with a head cleaning tape. If the residue is not removed periodi- cally, the player may need to be disas- sembled for cleaning.

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COMPACT DISC (CD) PLAYER OPERATION Turn the ignition key to the “ACC” or “ON” position and insert the compact disc into the slot with the label side facing up. The compact disc will be guided automatically into the slot and start playing.

After loading the disc, the number of tracks on the disc and the play time will appear on the display.

If the radio or tape is already operating, it will automatically turn off and the compact disc will play. Forcing in the compact disc will damage the player. If the system has been turned off while the compact disc was playing, pushing the POWER button will start the compact disc. CD button When this button is pushed with the system off and the compact disc loaded, the system will turn on and the compact disc will start to play. When this button is pushed with the compact disc loaded but the tape or the radio playing, the tape or radio will automatically be turned off and the compact disc will start to play.

When this button is pushed while the compact disc is playing, the compact disc will stop playing. When this button is pushed with the compact disc stopped, the compact disc will start to play. FF (fast forward), REW (rewind) button When the FF (fast forward) or REW (rewind) button is pushed while the compact disc is being played, the compact disc will play while fast forwarding or rewinding. When the button is released, the compact disc will return to normal play speed. APS FF, APS REW button

When the APS FF button is pushed while the compact disc is being played, the program next to the present one will start to play from its beginning. Push several times to skip through programs. The compact disc will advance the number of times the button is pushed. (When the last program on the compact disc is skipped through, the first program will be played.) When the APS REW button is pushed, the program being played returns to its beginning. Push several times to skip back through programs. The compact disc will go back the number of times the button is pushed.

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PROG (program) button When this button is pushed while the compact disc is being played, the play pattern will change as follows: ALL: All the programs will be played repeat- edly in sequence. 1: Only one program (the one being played when the PROG button is pushed) will be repeated. RANDOM: Programs will be played at random, not following the sequence on the compact disc. The same program may be repeated twice. (no mark): All the programs will be played in sequence and stop when the last program is finished. I When the compact disc is ejected, the play pattern will automatically change to ALL.

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CD EJECT button When the CD EJECT button is pushed with the compact disc loaded, the compact disc will be ejected. When this button is pushed while the compact disc is being played, the compact disc will come out and the system will turn off. If the compact disc comes out and is not removed, it will be pulled back into the slot to protect it. CD (DISC) indicator light This light comes on when the compact disc is loaded.

I 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.

I The player may skip while driving on

rough roads.

I The CD player sometimes cannot function when the compartment tem- perature is extremely high. Decrease

the temperature before use.

I Do not expose the CD to direct

sunlight.

ANTENNA

Power antenna The antenna will automatically extend when the radio is turned on, and retract when switched off. If the radio is left on, the antenna will retract and extend with the ignition key “OFF-ON” operation.

I Before turning the radio on, make sure that there is no one near the antenna outlet and there is enough space for it to extend.

I To prevent damage, be sure that an- tenna is fully retracted before the vehicle enters an automated car wash.

I Dirt and other foreign matter on the power antenna rod may interrupt its operation. Clean the rod periodically with a damp cloth. This type of clean- ing is especially important during the winter seasons in areas where road salt and other chemicals may be spread and surfaces splashed onto the antenna rod.

road

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CB RADIO OR CAR PHONE

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

I Keep the antenna as far as possible away from the Engine Control Mod- ule.

I Also keep the antenna wire more than 8 inches (20 cm) away from the MFI harness. Do not route the antenna wire next to any harness.

I Adjust the antenna standing-wave ra- tio as recommended by the manufac- turer.

I Connect the ground wire from the CB

radio chassis to the body.

I For details, consult a NISSAN dealer.

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4 Starting and driving

Precautions when starting and driving...................... 4-2
Avoiding collision and rollover................................... 4-3
Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving............................ 4-4
Ignition switch............................................................ 4-4
Before starting the engine......................................... 4-6
Driving with automatic transmission.......................... 4-6
Driving with manual transmission ............................. 4-9
Starting the engine.................................................. 4-10
Parking brake .......................................................... 4-11
Cruise control .......................................................... 4-12
Break-in schedule ................................................... 4-13
Economy hints......................................................... 4-14
Parking/Parking on hills........................................... 4-15
Precautions when driving........................................ 4-16
Anti-lock brake system............................................ 4-17
Cold weather driving cautions................................. 4-18

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PRECAUTIONS WHEN STARTING AND DRIVING

Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or pets alone in your vehicle. They could accidentally injure themselves or others through inadvertent operation of the ve- hicle. Also, on hot, sunny days, tem- peratures in a closed vehicle could quickly become high enough to cause severe or possibly fatal injuries to people or animals.

EXHAUST GAS (Carbon Monoxide)

Do not breathe exhaust gases; they con- tain colorless and odorless carbon mon- oxide. Carbon monoxide is dangerous. It can cause unconsciousness or death. I If you suspect that exhaust fumes are entering the vehicle, drive with all windows fully open, and have the vehicle inspected immediately.

I Do not run the engine in closed spaces such as a garage for any

longer than is absolutely necessary. I Do not park the vehicle with the en- gine running for any extended length of time.

I Keep the trunk lid, or back door closed while driving, otherwise ex- haust gases could be drawn into the passenger compartment. If you must drive in this manner for some reason, take the following steps.

1. Open all the windows.

2. Set

the air

recirculate switch “OFF” and the fan control at “high” to circulate the air.

I If electrical wiring or other cable con- nections must pass to a trailer through the seal on the trunk lid or the body, follow the manufacturer’s recommendation to prevent carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle.

I If a special body or other equipment is added for recreational or other us- age, follow the manufacturer’s rec- ommendation to prevent carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle.

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(Some recreational vehicle appli- ances such as stoves, refrigerator, heaters, etc. may also generate car- bon monoxide.)

I 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.

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I The exhaust gas and the exhaust sys- tem are very hot. While the engine is running, keep people or flammable materials away from the exhaust pipe.

I Do not stop or park the vehicle over flammable materials such as dry grass, waste paper or rags, as they may burn easily.

To help prevent damage I Do not use leaded gasoline.

Deposits from leaded gasoline will seri- ously reduce the three way catalyst’s ability to help reduce exhaust pollut- ants.

I Keep your engine tuned up. Malfunc- tions in the ignition, fuel injection, or electrical systems can cause overrich fuel flow into the converter, causing it to overheat. Do not keep driving if the en- gine misfires, or if noticeable loss of performance or other unusual operating conditions are detected. Have the ve-

hicle inspected promptly by an autho- rized NISSAN dealer.

I Avoid driving with an extremely low fuel level. Running out of fuel could cause the engine to misfire, damaging the three way catalyst.

I Do not race the engine while warming it

up.

I Do not push or tow your vehicle to start

the engine.

AVOIDING COLLISION AND ROLLOVER 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 con- trol 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 side- ways. Be attentive at all times, and avoid driving when tired. Never drive when under the influence of alcohol or drugs (including pre- scription or over-the-counter drugs which may cause drowsiness). Always wear your seat belt as outlined in the “Seat Belts” section of this manual, and also instruct your passengers to do so.

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DRINKING ALCOHOL/DRUGS AND DRIVING

IGNITION SWITCH

Alcohol in the blood stream reduces coordination, delays reaction time and impairs judgement. Driving after drink- ing 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 severity of injury.

Nissan is committed to safe driving. But, you must choose not to drive under the influence of alcohol. Every year thousands of people are injured or killed in alcohol related accidents. Although the local laws vary on what is con- sidered to be legally intoxicated, the fact is that alcohol affects all people differently and most people underestimate the effects of alcohol. 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.

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SSD0055

The switch includes an anti-theft steering lock device. “LOCK” Normal parking position (0) The ignition key can only be removed when the switch is in this position. On manual transmission models, to turn the ignition key to “LOCK” from “ACC” or “ON”, turn the key to “OFF” and press in the key release button, then turn the key to “LOCK”. In order for the steering wheel to be locked, it must be turned about 1/6 of a turn counter- clockwise from the straight up position.

On automatic transmission models, the igni- tion lock is designed so that the key cannot be turned to “LOCK” and removed until the shift lever is moved to the “P” position.

When removing the key from the ignition, make sure the shift lever is in the “P” position.

If the shift lever is not returned to “P” (Park), the key cannot be moved toward LOCK.

When the key cannot be turned toward the “LOCK” position, proceed as follows to remove the key:

1) Move the shift lever into the “P” position.

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“START” (4) This position activates the starter motor, start- ing the engine.

2) Turn the ignition key slightly in the “ON”

direction.

3) Turn the key toward the “LOCK” position. 4) Remove the key. If the key is removed from the ignition switch, the shift lever cannot be moved from “P” (Park). The shift lever can be moved if the ignition switch is in the “ACC” position. 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 in between “LOCK” and “ACC”, although it does not show on the lock cylinder. When the ignition is in “OFF” the steering wheel is not locked. In order for the steering wheel to be locked, it must be turned about 1/6 of a turn counter- clockwise from the straight up position.

To lock the steering wheel, remove the key. To unlock the steering wheel, insert the key and turn it gently while rotating the steering wheel slightly right and left.

Never remove the key while driving. If the key is removed, the steering wheel will lock. This may cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle and could result in serious vehicle damage or per- sonal injury.

“OFF” (1) The engine can be turned off without locking the steering wheel. “ACC” (Accessories) (2) This position activates electrical accessories such as the radio when the engine is not running. “ON” Normal operating position (3) This position turns on the ignition system and the electrical accessories.

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BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

I Make sure the area around the vehicle is

clear.

I Maintenance items listed here should be checked periodically, e.g., each time you check engine oil.

I Check that all windows and lights are clean. I Visually inspect tires for their appearance and condition. Also check tires for proper inflation.

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

do likewise.

I Check the operation of warning lights when

key is turned to the “ON (3)” position.

DRIVING WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION The automatic transmission in your vehicle (if so equipped) is electronically controlled by a microcomputer to produce maximum power and smooth operation. Shown on the following pages are the recom- mended operating procedures for this trans- mission. Follow these procedures for maxi- mum vehicle driving enjoyment. Starting the vehicle I After starting the engine, fully depress the foot brake pedal and push the shift lever button before shifting the selector lever to the “R”, “N”, “D”, “2” or “1” position. Be sure the vehicle is fully stopped before attempt- ing to shift the selector lever.

performance

and

This automatic transmission is designed so that the foot brake pedal MUST be de- pressed before shifting from “P” to any drive position while the ignition switch is “ON”. The shift lever cannot be moved out of “P” and into any of the other gear positions if the key is turned to the “LOCK” position or if the key is removed from the switch. 1. Keep the foot brake pedal depressed and push the shift lever button to shift into a driving gear.

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2. Release the parking brake and foot brake, then gradually start the vehicle in motion. When the battery charge is low, the shift lever can be moved if the ignition switch is in the “ACC” position.

I Cold engine idle speed is high, so use caution when shifting into a forward or reverse gear before the engine has warmed up.

I Avoid revving up the engine while the vehicle is stopped. This could cause unexpected vehicle movement.

Driving precautions To help prevent transmission damage: I Do not depress the accelerator pedal while shifting from “P” or “N” to “R”, “D”, “2” or “1”. Always depress the brake pedal until shifting is completed. I Never shift to “P” or “R” while vehicle is

moving.

I When stopping the vehicle on an uphill grade, do not hold the vehicle by de-

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pressing the accelerator pedal. The foot brakes should be used for this purpose.

Shifting from “P” (Park) If the ignition switch is in the “ON” position and the foot brake pedal is depressed, but the shift lever still cannot be moved out of “P” (Park), follow these instructions:

1. Shut the engine off and remove the key.

2. Apply the parking brake.

3. Reinsert the ignition key and turn it clock-

wise to the “ACC” position.

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Push the button to shift into “P”, “R” or from “D” 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. Always be sure the vehicle is at a complete stop. For maximum safety, depress the brake pedal, then push in the select lever button and move the lever to the “P” position. Apply the parking brake. When parking on a hill, apply the park- ing brake first, then shift the lever into the “P” position.

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4. Depress the brake pedal, move the gear- the

lever to “N” (Neutral) and start

shift engine.

5. Check stop light operation.

If the shift lever cannot be moved from the “P” position while the engine is running and the brake pedal depressed, the stop lights may not work. Malfunc- tioning stop lights could cause an acci- dent injuring yourself and others.

These instructions for starting the vehicle in “N” (Neutral) should only be used until service can be obtained. Never drive the vehicle if the

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stoplights are not operating properly.

“R” (Reverse):

Use this position to back up. Always be sure the vehicle is completely stopped. With the brake pedal depressed, push in the select lever button and move the lever to the “R” position

“N” (Neutral):

Neither forward nor reverse gear is engaged. The engine can be started in this position. You may shift to “N” and restart a stalled engine while the vehicle is moving.

“D” (Drive):

Use this position for all normal forward driving.

“2” (Second gear):

Use for hill climbing or engine braking on downhill grades.

Do not exceed 73 MPH (117 km/h) in the “2” position.

“1” (Low gear):

Use this position when climbing steep hills slowly or driving slowly through deep snow, sand or mud, or for maximum engine braking on steep downhill grades.

Do not exceed 40 MPH (65 km/h) in the “1” position. Accelerator downshift — In “D” position — For rapid passing or hill climbing, 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 ON:

For normal driving, push the overdrive switch “ON ” with the selector switch in the “D” position. The trans- mission is upshifted into OVERDRIVE as the vehicle speed increases.

The overdrive will not engage until the engine has warmed up.

OFF:

For driving up and down long slopes where engine “braking” would be ad- vantageous, push the switch “OFF ”. When cruising at a low speed or climbing a gentle slope, you may

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feel uncomfortable shift shocks as the transmission shifts between 3rd and overdrive repeatedly. In this case, set the overdrive switch in the “OFF ” position. The indicator light will come on at this time.

the

in the “OFF

When driving conditions change, reset overdrive switch in the “ON ” position. Remember not to drive at high speeds for extended periods of time with the overdrive switch set ” position. This reduces the fuel economy. Fail-safe When the Fail-safe operation occurs, the next time the key is turned to the “ON” position, the O/D OFF light will blink for approximately 8
seconds after coming on for 2 seconds. While the vehicle can be driven under these circum- stances please note that the gears in the automatic transmission will be locked in third gear.

DRIVING WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSION

If the vehicle is driven under extreme con- ditions, such as excessive wheel spinning and subsequent hard braking, the Fail-safe system may be activated. This will occur even if all electrical circuits are functioning properly. In this case, turn the ignition key “OFF” and wait for 3 seconds. Then turn the key back to the “ON” position. The vehicle should return to its normal operat- ing condition. If it does not return to its normal operating condition, have your NIS- SAN dealer check the transmission and repair if necessary.

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fully depress the clutch lever. After

To change gears, pedal, then move the gearshift shifting, release the clutch slowly. On the 5-speed transmission model, you can- not shift directly from 5th gear into Reverse. First shift into Neutral, then into Reverse. If lever into Reverse or 1st, shift into Neutral, then release the clutch pedal and shift into Reverse or 1st again.

to move the shift

is difficult

it

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Driving precautions I Do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal while driving. This may cause clutch dam- age.

I Stop your vehicle completely before shifting

into reverse.

Suggested shift-up speeds Shown below are suggested vehicle speeds for shifting into a higher gear. These sugges- tions relate to fuel economy and vehicle per- formance. Actual shift-up speeds will vary ac- cording to road conditions, the weather and individual driving habits. For normal acceleration in low altitude areas [less than 4,000 ft (1,219 m)]: shift

CRUISE shift

ACCEL

Gear change

point

point

MPH (km/h)

MPH (km/h)

1st to 2nd

2nd to 3rd

3rd to 4th

4th to 5th

13 (24)

23 (40)

33 (58)

39 (64)

13 (24)

16 (29)

27 (48)

36 (63)

For quick acceleration when the engine is cold or in high altitude areas [over 4,000 ft (1,219
m)]:

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

MPH (km/h) 15 (24) 25 (40) 40 (64) 45 (72)

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 condi- tions, which will ensure safe operation. Do not overrev the engine when shifting to a lower gear as it may cause engine damage or loss of vehicle control.

Gear 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th

MPH(km/h) 30 (50) 55 (90) 80 (130) — —

STARTING THE ENGINE