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been previously used should not be used. Oil viscosity The engine oil viscosity or thickness changes with temperature. Because of this, it is impor- tant that the engine oil viscosity be selected based on the temperatures at which the ve- hicle will be operated before the next oil change. The recommended SAE viscosity number chart shows the recommended oil viscosities for the expected ambient tempera- tures. Choosing an oil viscosity other than that recommended could cause serious engine damage. Selecting the correct oil filter Your new vehicle is equipped with a high- quality genuine NISSAN oil filter. When replac- ing, use the genuine oil filter or its equivalent Technical and consumer information 10-5

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for the reason described in change intervals. Change intervals The oil and oil filter change intervals for your engine are based on the use of the specified quality oils and filters. Oil and filter other than the specified quality, or oil and filter change intervals longer than recommended could re- duce engine life. Damage to engines caused by improper maintenance or use of incorrect oil and filter quality and/or viscosity is not covered by the new NISSAN vehicle warran- ties. Your engine was filled with a high quality engine oil when it was built. You do not have to change the oil before the first recommended change interval. Oil and filter change intervals depend upon how you use your vehicle. Op- eration under the following conditions may require more frequent oil and filter changes. I repeated short distance driving at cold out-

side temperatures,

I driving in dusty conditions, I extensive idling, I towing a trailer.

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RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY NUMBER

TI1028-C

SAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred for all ambient 10W-30, 10W-40 viscosity oil may be used if the ambient temperature is above 0°F (−18°C).

temperatures.

SAE

AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM REFRIGERANT AND LUBRICANT RECOMMENDATIONS The air conditioning system in this NISSAN vehicle must be charged with the refriger- ant HFC-134a (R-134a) and the lubricant, Nissan A/C System Oil Type S or the exact equivalents.

CAUTION

The use of any other refrigerant or lubri- cant will cause severe damage to the air conditioning system and will require the replacement of all air conditioner sys- tem components.

The refrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a) in your NISSAN vehicle will not harm the earth’s ozone layer. Although this refrigerant does not affect the earth’s atmosphere, certain govern- mental regulations require the recovery and recycling of any refrigerant during automotive air conditioning system service. Your NISSAN dealer has the trained technicians and equip- ment needed to recover and recycle your air conditioning system refrigerant.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Contact your NISSAN dealer when servicing your air conditioning system.

ENGINE

Model

Type Cylinder arrangement Bore x Stroke Displacement Firing order Idle speed Ignition timing (B.T.D.C.) CO percentage at idle speed

Spark plug

Spark plug gap (Normal) Camshaft operation Alternator belt size Width x Length

in (mm) cu in (cm3)

rpm degree/rpm [No air] % Standard Service option in (mm)

VQ30DE

Gasoline, 4-cycle 6-cylinder, V-slanted at 60° 3.66 x 2.886 (93.0 x 73.3) 182.33 (2,988) 1-2-3-4-5-6*

See the emission control label on the underside of the hood.

PFR5G-11
PFR4G-11, PFR6G-11
0.043 (1.1) Timing chain

in (mm)

0.8409 x 43.11 (21.36 x 1,095)

TI1009-A

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The spark ignition system of this vehicle meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regula- tions.

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TIRES AND WHEELS

DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS

Road wheel

Tire

Type

Steel

Aluminum

Conventional

Spare

Size

15 x 6JJ

16 x 6.5JJ

Offset

in (mm)

1.57 (40)

1.57 (40)

17 x 7JJ (option)

1.75 (45)

P205/65R15 92H P215/55R16 91H P225/50R17 93V (option)

Conventional*1
T125/70D16*2
T125/90D16*3
T135/90D16*4

*1: For option *2: For standard *3: For models equipped with 15† and 16† size tires (option) *4: For models equipped with 17† size tire (option)

Overall length

Overall width

Overall height

Front tread

Rear tread

Wheelbase

Sedan

in (mm)

190.4 (4,838)

in (mm)

70.3 (1,785)

in (mm)

56.5 (1,435)

in (mm)

in (mm)

60.2 (1,530)*1
59.8 (1,520)*2

59.4 (1,510)*1
59.1 (1,500)*2

in (mm)

108.3 (2,750)

Gross vehicle weight rating

lb (kg)

Gross axle weight rating

Front

Rear

lb (kg)

lb (kg)

See the F.M.V.S.S. certifica- tion label on the driver’s side lock pillar.

*1: For models with road wheel size - 15 x 6JJ, 16 x 6.5JJ *2: For models with aluminum wheel size - 17 x 7JJ

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WHEN TRAVELING OR REGISTERING YOUR VEHICLE IN ANOTHER COUNTRY When planning to travel in another country, you should first find out if the fuel available is suitable for your vehicle’s engine. Using fuel with too low an octane rating may cause engine damage. All gasoline vehicles must be operated with unleaded engine gaso- line. Therefore, avoid taking your vehicle to areas where appropriate fuel is not available. When transferring the registration of your vehicle to another country, state, province or district, it may be necessary to modify the vehicle to meet local laws and regulations. The laws and regulations for motor vehicle emission control and safety standards vary according to the country, state, province or district; therefore, vehicle specifications may differ. When any vehicle is to be taken into an- other country, state, province or district and registered, its modifications, transpor- tation, and registration are the responsibil- ity of the user. NISSAN is not responsible for any inconvenience that may result.

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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION

STI0038

STI0187

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) PLATE The vehicle identification number plate is at- tached as shown. This number is the identifi- cation for your vehicle and is used in the vehicle registration.

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (Chassis number) The number is stamped as shown.

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STI0047

STI0186

STI0188

ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER The number is stamped on the engine as shown.

F.M.V.S.S. CERTIFICATION LABEL The Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (F.M.V.S.S.) certification label is affixed as shown. This label contains valuable vehicle information, such as: Gross Vehicle Weight Ratings (GVWR), Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR), month and year of manufacture, Vehicle Identification Number, (VIN), etc. Re- view it carefully.

EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION LABEL The emission control tached as shown.

information label

is at-

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STI0206

STI0189

TIRE PLACARD The cold tire pressure is shown on the tire placard affixed to the console box lid.

AIR CONDITIONER SPECIFICATION LABEL The air conditioner specification label is affixed inside of the hood as shown.

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INSTALLING FRONT LICENSE PLATE

Use the following steps to mount the license plate:

Before mounting the license plate, confirm that the following parts are enclosed in the vinyl bag. I License plate bracket I J-nut x 2
I Screw x 2
I Screw grommet x 2
1. Temporarily place the license plate bracket while aligning points qA of the front bumper fascia with holes qB in the license plate bracket.

2. Remove the license plate bracket. 3. Carefully drill two pilot holes qA using a 0.39
in (10 mm) drill bit at the marked locations. (Be sure that the drill only goes through the fascia, or damage to the nut may occur.)

4. Insert grommets into the hole on the fascia.

5. Insert a flat-blade screwdriver

into the grommet hole to add 90° turn onto the part qC .

STI0191

6. Insert a J-nut into the license plate bracket

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before placing the license plate bracket on the fascia.

7. Install the license plate bracket with screws. 8. Install the license plate with bolts that are

no longer than 0.55 in (14 mm).

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VEHICLE LOADING INFORMATION

WARNING

I It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed

I Do not allow people to ride in any is not

area of your vehicle that equipped with seats and seat belts. I Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly.

TERMS It is important to familiarize yourself with the following terms before loading your vehicle: I Curb Weight (actual weight of your vehicle) including: standard and - vehicle weight optional equipment, fluids, emergency tools, and spare tire assembly. This weight does not include passengers and cargo. I GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) - curb weight plus the combined weight of passengers and cargo.

I GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) - maximum total weight (load) limit specified for the vehicle.

I GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) - maxi- mum weight (load) limit specified for the front or rear axle.

DETERMINING VEHICLE LOAD CAPACITY The load capacity of this vehicle is determined by weight, not by available cargo space. For example, a luggage rack, bike carrier, cartop carrier or similar equipment does not increase load carrying capacity of your vehicle.

To determine vehicle load capacity:

Vehicle weight can be determined by using a commercial-grade scale, found at places such as a truck stop, gravel quarry, grain elevator, or a scrap metal recycling facility. 1. Determine the curb weight of your vehicle. 2. Compare the curb weight amount to the GVWR specified for your vehicle to deter- mine how much more weight your vehicle can carry.

3. After loading (cargo and passengers), re- weigh your vehicle to determine if either GVWR or GAWR for your vehicle is ex-

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ceeded. If GVWR is exceeded, remove cargo as necessary. If either the front or rear GAWR is exceeded, shift the load or remove cargo as necessary.

LOADING TIPS I The GVW must not exceed GVWR or GAWR as specified on the F.M.V.S.S. cer- tification label.

I Do not load the front and rear axle to the GAWR. Doing so will exceed the GVWR.

WARNING

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

I Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or the maximum front and rear GAWRs. If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, or it can change the way your vehicle handles. This could result in loss of control

TOWING A TRAILER

and cause personal injury.

I Overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle. Failures caused by overloading are not covered by your warranty.

TI1011M

Your new vehicle was designed to be used primarily to carry passengers and cargo. Re- member that towing a trailer will place addi- tional loads on your vehicle’s engine, drive train, steering, braking and other systems. Information on trailer towing ability and the special equipment required should be ob- tained from your Nissan dealer. He can obtain a Nissan Trailer Towing Guide for you.

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MAXIMUM LOAD LIMITS Maximum trailer loads Never allow the total trailer load to exceed 1,000 lb (454 kg). The total trailer load equals trailer weight plus its cargo weight. Towing loads greater than 1,000 lb (454 kg) or using improper towing equipment could adversely affect vehicle handling, braking and perfor- mance.

The ability of your vehicle to tow a trailer is not only related to the maximum trailer loads, but also the places you plan to tow. Tow weights appropriate for level highway driving may have to be reduced on very steep grades or in low traction situations (for example, on slippery boat ramps).

WARNING

Vehicle damage and/or personal injury resulting from improper towing proce- dures are not covered by NISSAN war- ranties. A Nissan Trailer Towing Guide (U.S. only) containing information on trailer towing ability and the special

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equipment required may be obtained from an authorized NISSAN dealer.

Tongue load Keep the tongue load between 9 and 11% of the total trailer load. If the tongue load be- comes excessive, rearrange cargo to allow for proper tongue load.

TI1012M

Maximum gross vehicle weight/ maximum gross axle weight The gross vehicle weight of the towing vehicle must not exceed. GVWR shown on the F.M.V.S.S. certification label. The gross ve- hicle weight equals the combined weight of the unloaded vehicle, passengers, luggage, hitch, trailer tongue load and any other optional equipment. In addition, front or rear gross axle weight must not exceed GAWR shown on the F.M.V.S.S. certification label.

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TOWING LOAD/SPECIFICATION CHART

Unit: lb (kg)

MAXIMUM TOWING LOAD

MAXIMUM TONGUE LOAD

1,000 (454)

110 (49)

TOWING SAFETY Trailer hitch Choose a proper hitch for your vehicle and trailer. A genuine NISSAN trailer hitch is avail- able from your NISSAN dealer (Canada only). Make sure the trailer hitch is securely attached to the vehicle, to help avoid personal injury or property damage due to sway caused by crosswinds, rough road surfaces or passing trucks.

CAUTION

I Do not use axle-mounted hitches. I The hitch should not be attached to or affect the operation of the impact- absorbing bumper.

I Do not modify the vehicle exhaust system, brake system, etc. to install a trailer hitch.

I To reduce the possibility of additional damage if your vehicle is struck from the rear, where practical, remove the hitch and/or receiver when not in use. After the hitch is removed, seal the bolt holes to prevent exhaust fumes, water or dust from entering the pas- senger compartment.

I Regularly check that all hitch mount-

ing bolts are securely mounted.

Tire pressures I When towing a trailer, inflate the vehicle tires to the recommended cold tire pressure indicated on the tire placard (located on the inside of the center console lid).

I Trailer tire condition, size, load rating and proper inflation pressure should be in ac- cordance with the trailer and tire manufac- turers’ specifications.

Safety chain Always use a suitable chain between your

vehicle and the trailer. The chain should be crossed and should be attached to the hitch, not to the vehicle bumper or axle. Be sure to leave enough slack in the chain to permit turning corners. Trailer lights Trailer lights should comply with federal and/or local regulations. When wiring the vehicle for towing, connect the stop and tail light pickup into the vehicle electrical circuit at a point between the sensor and stop light or light switch. Trailer brakes If your trailer is equipped with a braking sys- tem, make sure it conforms to federal and/or local regulations and that is properly in- stalled.

it

WARNING

Never connect a trailer brake system directly to the vehicle brake system.

Pre-towing tips I Be certain your vehicle maintains a level position when a loaded and/or unloaded Technical and consumer information 10-17

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trailer is hitched. Do not drive the vehicle if it has an abnormal nose-up or nose-down condition; check for improper tongue load, overload, worn suspension or other pos- sible causes of either condition.

I Always secure items in the trailer to prevent

load shifts while driving.

I Be certain your rear view mirrors conform to all federal, state or local regulations. If not, install any mirrors required for towing be- fore driving the vehicle.

Trailer towing tips In order to gain skill and an understanding of the vehicle’s behavior, you should practice turning, stopping and backing up in an area which is free from traffic. Steering stability, and braking performance will be somewhat differ- ent than under normal driving conditions. I Always secure items in the trailer to prevent

load shift while driving.

I Avoid abrupt starts, acceleration or stops. I Avoid sharp turns or lane changes. I Always drive your vehicle at a moderate

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slope is not recommended; however, if you must do so, and if your vehicle is equipped with automatic transmission, first block the wheels and apply the parking brake, and then move the transmission selector lever into the P (Park) position. If you move the selector lever to the P (Park) position be- fore blocking the wheels and applying the parking brake, transmission damage could occur.

I When going down a hill, shift into a lower gear and use the engine braking effect. When ascending a long grade, downshift the transmission to a lower gear and reduce speed to reduce chances of engine over- loading and/or overheating.

I If the engine coolant rises to an extremely high temperature when the air conditioning system is on, turn off the air conditioner. Coolant heat can be additionally vented by opening the windows, switching the fan control to high and setting the temperature control to the HOT position.

I Trailer towing requires more fuel than nor-

mal circumstances.

I Avoid towing a trailer for the first 500 miles

(800 km).

I Have your vehicle serviced more often than

at intervals specified in the recommended maintenance schedule.

I When making a turn, your trailer wheels will be closer to the inside of the turn than your vehicle wheels. To compensate for this, make a larger than normal turning radius during the turn.

I Crosswinds and rough roads will adversely affect vehicle/trailer handling, possibly causing vehicle sway. When being passed by larger vehicles, be prepared for possible changes in crosswinds that could affect vehicle handling. If swaying does occur, firmly grip the steering wheel, steer straight ahead, and immediately (but gradually) re- duce vehicle speed. This combination will help stabilize the vehicle. Never increase speed.

I Be careful when passing other vehicles. Passing while towing a trailer requires con- siderably more distance than normal pass- ing. Remember the length of the trailer must also pass the other vehicle before you can safely change lanes.

I To maintain engine braking efficiency and electrical charging performance, do not use fifth gear (manual transmission) or over- drive (automatic transmission).

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I Avoid holding the brake pedal down too long or too frequently. This could cause the brakes to overheat, resulting in reduced braking efficiency.

When towing a trailer, change oil in the transmission more frequently. See “Periodic maintenance schedules” in the “9. Maintenance” section.

UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING DOT (Department Of Transportation) Quality Grades: All passenger car tires must conform to federal safety requirements in addition to these grades.

Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example:

Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A Treadwear Treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on tire wear rate when tested under controlled conditions on specified government test courses. For example, a tire graded 150
would wear one and a half (1-1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. However, relative tire performance de- pends on actual driving conditions, and may vary significantly from the norm due to varia- tions in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate. Traction AA, A, B and C The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt

and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance.

WARNING

The traction grade assigned to your ve- hicle tires is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not in- clude acceleration, cornering, hydro- planing, or peak traction characteristics.

Temperature A, B and C Temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C. They represent a tire’s resistance to heat build-up, and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sus- tained high temperature can cause tire mate- rial to degenerate, reducing tire life. Excessive temperatures can lead to sudden tire failure. Grade C corresponds to a performance level which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades A and B represent higher levels of performance on laboratory test wheels than the minimum required by law.

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WARNING

The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combina- tion, can cause heat buildup and pos- sible tire failure.

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY Your NISSAN is covered by the following emission warranties. For US: I Emission Defects Warranty I Emissions Performance Warranty For Canada: Emission Control System Warranty Details of these warranties may be found with other vehicle warranties in your Warranty In- formation Booklet (Warranty and Roadside Assistance Information (Canada only)) that comes with your NISSAN. If you did not re- ceive a Warranty Information Booklet (War- ranty and Roadside Assistance Information (Canada only)), or it has become lost, you may obtain a replacement by writing to: I Nissan North America, Inc.

Consumer Affairs Department P.O. Box 191
Gardena. CA. 90248-0191

I Nissan Canada Inc. 5290 Orbitor Drive Mississauga, Ontario, L4W 4Z5

remedy

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (US only) If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National High- way Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying NISSAN. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or NISSAN. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in Wash- ington, D.C. area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline. You may notify NISSAN by contacting our Consumer Affairs Department, toll- free, at 1-800-NISSAN-1. In Hawaii call (808) 836-0888.

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READINESS FOR INSPECTION/ MAINTENANCE (I/M) TEST (US only) Due to legal requirements in some states/ areas, your vehicle may be required to be in what is called the ready condition for an Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) test of the emis- sion control system.

The vehicle is set to the ready condition when it is driven through certain driving patterns. Usually, the ready condition can be obtained by ordinary usage of the vehicle.

If a powertrain system component is repaired or the battery is disconnected, the vehicle may be reset to a not ready condition. Before taking the I/M test, drive the vehicle through the following pattern to set the vehicle to the ready condition. to perform the driving pattern, an NISSAN dealer can conduct it for you.

If you cannot or do not want

WARNING

Always drive the vehicle in a safe and prudent manner according to traffic con- ditions, and obey all traffic laws.

1. Start the engine when the engine coolant temperature gauge needle points to C. Al- low the engine to idle until the gauge needle

points between the C and H (normal oper- ating temperature).

3,000 rpm and maintain it for 5 consecutive minutes.

12.Turn the engine off. 13.Repeat steps 1 through 8 at least one more

time.

If step 1 through 7 is interrupted, repeat the preceding step. Any safe driving mode is ac- ceptable between steps. Do not stop the en- gine until step 7 is completed.

2. Accelerate the vehicle to 55 MPH (88
km/h), then quickly release the accelerator pedal completely and keep it released for at least 6 seconds.

3. Quickly depress the accelerator pedal for a moment, then drive the vehicle at a speed of 53 to 60 MPH (86 to 96 km/h) for at least 5 minutes.

4. Stop the vehicle.

5. Accelerate the vehicle to 35 MPH (55 km/h)

and maintain the speed for 20 seconds.

6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 at least 3 times.

7. Accelerate the vehicle to 55 MPH (88 km/h) and maintain the speed for at least 3 min- utes.

8. Stop the vehicle (shift lever in the “P” or “N”

position).

9. Rev the engine up between 2,500 and 3,500 rpm and hold it for 3 consecutive minutes, then release the accelerator pedal completely.

10.Wait 5 second at idle. 11.Rev the engine up between 2,000 and

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OWNER’S MANUAL/SERVICE MANUAL ORDER INFORMATION

A genuine NISSAN Service Manual is the best source of service and repair information for your vehicle. Filled with wiring diagrams, illus- trations and step-by-step diagnostic and ad- justment procedures, this manual is the same one used by the factory trained technicians working at authorized NISSAN dealerships. Also available are genuine NISSAN Owner’s Manuals, and genuine NISSAN Service and Owner’s Manuals for older NISSAN models.

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In the USA: For current pricing and availability of genuine NISSAN Service Manuals for the 2000 model year, contact:

Tweddle Litho Company 1-800-639-8841
www.nissan-techinfo.com

For current pricing and availability of genuine NISSAN Service Manuals for the 1999 model year and prior, see an authorized NISSAN dealer, or contact:

DDS Distribution Services, Ltd. 20770 Westwood Dr. Strongsville OH 44136
1-800-247-5321

For current pricing and availability of genuine NISSAN Owner’s Manuals for the 2000
model year and prior, see an authorized NISSAN dealer, or contact:

DDS Distribution Services, Ltd. 20770 Westwood Dr. Strongsville OH 44136
1-800-247-5321

In Canada:

To purchase a copy of a genuine NISSAN Service Manual or Owner’s Manual please contact your nearest NISSAN dealer. For the phone number and location of a NISSAN Dealer in your area call the NISSAN Satisfac- tion Center at 1-800-387-0122 and a bilingual NISSAN representative will assist you.

Also available are Genuine NISSAN Service and Owner’s Manuals for older NISSAN mod- els. IN THE EVENT OF A COLLISION Unfortunately, accidents do occur. In this un- likely event, there is some important informa- tion you should know. Many insurance compa- nies routinely authorize the use of non- genuine collision parts in order to cut costs, among other reasons.

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your vehicle. And some states have enacted laws that restrict insurance companies from authorizing the use of non-genuine collision parts during the new vehicle warranty. These laws help protect you, so you can take action to protect yourself. It’s your right! If you should need further information visit us at: www.nissandriven.com.

Insist on the use of Genuine Nissan Collision Parts! If you want your vehicle to be restored using parts made to Nissan’s original exacting speci- fications — if you want to help it to last and hold its resale value, the solution is simple. Tell your insurance agent and your repair shop to only use Genuine Nissan Collision Parts. Nissan does not warrant non-Nissan parts, nor does Nissan’s warranty apply to damage caused by a non-genuine part. Using Genuine Nissan Parts can help protect your personal safety, preserve your warranty protection and maintain the resale value of your vehicle. And if your vehicle was leased, using Genuine Nissan Parts may prevent or limit unnecessary excess wear and tear ex- penses at the end of your lease. Nissan designs its hoods with crumple zones to minimize the risk that the hood will penetrate the windshield of your vehicle in an accident. Non-genuine (imitation) parts may not provide such built in safeguards. Also, non-genuine parts often show premature wear, rust and corrosion. Why should you take a chance? In over 40 states, the law says you must be advised if non-genuine parts are used to repair

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MEMO

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11 Index

ABS (Anti-lock brake system)......................... 5-19
Air bag system

Front (See supplemental front airbag system) ...................................................... 1-14
Side (See supplemental side air bag system) ...................................................... 1-16
Air bag warning labels .................................... 1-19
Air bag warning light................................ 1-19, 2-8
Air cleaner housing filter................................. 8-16
Air conditioner

Air conditioner operation ............................. 4-3
Air conditioner service ....................... 4-3, 4-11
Air conditioner specification label .... 4-3, 10-12
Air conditioner system refrigerant and lubrication recommendations ...................... 4-3
Heater and air conditioner controls............. 4-3
Servicing air conditioner.............................. 4-3

Air conditioning system refrigerant and lubricant recommendations ........................................... 10-6
Air flow charts ................................................... 4-6
Alcohol, drugs and driving ................................ 5-4
AM-FM radio with cassette player .................. 4-12
AM-FM radio with cassette player and compact disc player....................................................... 4-12
AM-FM radio with compact disc player .......... 4-12
Ambient temperature switch (AMB), Air conditioner ...................................................... 4-11

Anchor point locations

Brake

Top tether strap......................................... 1-36

Antenna

Manual....................................................... 4-25
Power ........................................................ 4-25
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)........................ 5-19
Anti-lock brake warning light............................. 2-9
Appearance care

Exterior appearance care............................ 7-2
Interior appearance care ............................. 7-4
Armrest ............................................................. 1-9
Audible reminders........................................... 2-11
Audio system .................................................. 4-12
Automatic

Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ........... 8-10
Driving with automatic transmission............ 5-8
Transmission selector lever lock release....................................................... 5-10
Avoiding collision and rollover .......................... 5-3

Battery............................................................. 8-13
Battery saver system................................. 2-17

Battery replacement, (See multi-remote control system) ............................................................. 3-8
Before starting the engine ................................ 5-7
Belts (See drive belts) .................................... 8-15

Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ................... 5-19
Brake and clutch fluid................................ 8-12
Brake booster ............................................ 8-19
Brake pedal ............................................... 8-18
Brake pedal check..................................... 8-18
Parking brake check ........................ 5-13, 8-18
Parking brake operation ............................ 5-13
System....................................................... 5-18
Warning light ............................................... 2-8
Break-in schedule ........................................... 5-15
Bulb check/instrument panel ............................ 2-7
Bulb replacement............................................ 8-23

Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants.................................................. 10-2
Car phone ....................................................... 4-25
Car phone or CB radio ................................... 4-25
Cargo (See vehicle loading information) ........ 2-25
Cargo net ........................................................ 2-25
Cassette player (See audio system) .............. 4-16
Cassette tape operation ................................. 4-12
Catalytic converter, Three way catalyst............ 5-3
CD care and cleaning..................................... 4-24
Child restraints................................................ 1-28
Installation on front passenger seat.......... 1-37
Precautions on child restraints.................. 1-28

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Top tether strap anchor point locations .... 1-36
With top tether strap.................................. 1-36
Child safety ..................................................... 1-23
Child safety rear door lock................................ 3-4
Chimes............................................................ 2-11
Circuit breaker, Fusible link ............................ 8-21
Cleaning exterior and interior .................... 7-2, 7-4
Clock ............................................................... 2-29
Clutch

Clutch pedal .............................................. 8-19
Fluid........................................................... 8-12
Cold weather driving....................................... 5-21
Compact Disc (CD) player (See audio system) ........................................................... 4-22
Compact disc (CD) player operation .............. 4-12
Compact spare tire ......................................... 8-33
Console box.................................................... 2-25
Controls

Audio controls............................................ 4-12
Audio controls (rear).................................. 4-12
Audio controls (steering wheel)................. 4-12
Heater and air conditioner controls............. 4-3
Heater and semiautomatic air conditioner ................................................... 4-3

Coolant

Capacities and recommended fuel/ lubricants ................................................... 10-2
Changing engine coolant ............................ 8-6
Checking engine coolant level .................... 8-5
Corrosion protection ......................................... 7-5
Cruise control.................................................. 5-13
Cup holder ...................................................... 2-23

11-2

Daytime running light system ......................... 2-18
Defogger switch, Rear window and outside mirror defogger switch............................................... 2-15
Dimensions and weights................................. 10-9
Door open warning light ................................... 2-8
Drive belts....................................................... 8-15
Driving

Cold weather driving ................................. 5-21
Driving with automatic transmission............ 5-8
Driving with manual transmission ............. 5-11
Precautions when starting and driving........ 5-2

Economy, Fuel................................................ 5-16
Emission control information label................ 10-11
Emission control system warranty ................ 10-20
Engine

Before starting the engine........................... 5-7
Block heater .............................................. 5-22
Capacities and recommended fuel/ lubricants ................................................... 10-2
Changing engine coolant ............................ 8-6
Changing engine oil .................................... 8-8
Changing engine oil filter ............................ 8-9
Checking engine coolant level .................... 8-5
Checking engine oil level ............................ 8-7
Coolant temperature gauge ........................ 2-5
Engine compartment check locations ......... 8-4
Engine cooling system ................................ 8-5
Engine oil..................................................... 8-7

Engine oil and oil filter recommendation... 10-5
Engine oil viscosity.................................... 10-5
Engine serial number .............................. 10-11
Engine specifications................................. 10-7
If your engine overheats ........................... 6-10
Starting the engine ...................................... 5-7
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide)...................... 5-2

F.M.V.S.S. certification label......................... 10-11
Filter, Air cleaner housing filter....................... 8-16
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch)............................................................. 2-19
Flat tire.............................................................. 6-2
Floor mat cleaning ............................................ 7-4
Fluid

Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ........... 8-10
Brake and clutch fluid................................ 8-12
Capacities and recommended fuel/ lubricants ................................................... 10-2
Engine coolant............................................. 8-5
Engine oil..................................................... 8-7
Power steering fluid................................... 8-11
Window washer fluid ................................. 8-12
Folding rear seat............................................... 1-6
Front air bag system (See supplemental restraint system) ........................................................... 1-14
Front manual seat adjustment.......................... 1-2
Front power seat adjustment............................ 1-4
Fuel

Capacities and recommended fuel/ lubricants ................................................... 10-2
Filler cap.................................................... 3-12

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Filler lid ...................................................... 3-12
Filler lid and cap........................................ 3-12
Filler lid opener lever................................. 3-12
Fuel economy............................................ 5-16
Fuel octane rating ..................................... 10-3
Fuel recommendation................................ 10-3
Gauge.......................................................... 2-5
Fuses .............................................................. 8-20
Fusible links .................................................... 8-21

Garage door opener, Integrated HomeLink Universal Transceiver ..................................... 2-32
Gas cap .......................................................... 3-12
Gauge ............................................................... 2-3
Engine coolant temperature gauge............. 2-5
Fuel gauge .................................................. 2-5
Odometer..................................................... 2-4
Speedometer ............................................... 2-4
Tachometer ................................................. 2-4
General maintenance ................................ 9-2, 9-3
Glasses case .................................................. 2-23
Glove box........................................................ 2-24
Glove box lock ................................................ 2-24

Hazard warning flasher switch........................ 2-19
Head restraints ................................................. 1-7
Headlamps, (Bulb replacement) ..................... 8-24
Headlights

(Bulb replacement) .................................... 8-24

Headlight switch ........................................ 2-16
Heated seats................................................... 2-20
Heater

Engine coolant heater ............................... 5-22
Heater and air conditioner controls............. 4-3
Heater operation.......................................... 4-3

Heater operation, Semiautomatic air conditioner ........................................................ 4-4
HomeLink Universal Transceiver.................. 2-32
Hood, release ................................................... 3-9
Horn ................................................................ 2-19
How to stop alarm, Vehicle security system............................................................. 2-13

Ignition switch ................................................... 5-4
Automatic transmission models .................. 5-4
Key positions ............................................... 5-6
Manual transmission models....................... 5-5
Immobilizer system ......................................... 2-13
Indicator lights and chimes (See warning/indicator lights and chimes)............................................. 2-9
Inside mirror.................................................... 3-14
Inspection/maintenance (I/M) test................. 10-21
Instrument panel ............................................... 2-2
Integrated HomeLink Universal Transceiver ..................................................... 2-32
Interior and cargo light.................................... 2-29
Interior light ..................................................... 2-29
Interior light replacement ................................ 8-25

Jump starting .................................................... 6-7

Keyless entry, (See multi-remote control system) ............................................................. 3-4
Keys .................................................................. 3-2

Label, Air conditioner specification label ...... 10-12
Label, Emission control information label..... 10-11
Label, F.M.V.S.S. certification label.............. 10-11
Labels

Air bag warning labels............................... 1-19
Air conditioner specification label................ 4-3
Engine serial number .............................. 10-11
Vehicle identification number (VIN)......... 10-10
License plate, Installing front license plate... 10-13
Light

Air bag warning light ................................. 1-19
Bulb replacement ...................................... 8-23
Headlamps (Bulb replacement)................. 8-24
Headlight switch ........................................ 2-16
Headlights (Bulb replacement).................. 8-24
Interior and cargo light .............................. 2-29
Interior light................................................ 2-29
Personal light............................................. 2-30
Replacement ............................................. 8-23
Trunk light.................................................. 2-32
Vanity mirror light ...................................... 2-31
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Warning/indicator lights and chimes.... 2-7, 2-9

Lights, Exterior and interior light replacement .................................................... 8-25
Loading information (See vehicle loading information) ................................................... 10-14
Lock

Door locks ................................................... 3-3
Glove box lock........................................... 2-24
Power door lock .......................................... 3-3
Trunk lid lock opener lever........................ 3-10
Low fuel warning light....................................... 2-9

Maintenance

Battery ....................................................... 8-13
Explanation of maintenance items..... 9-3, 9-10
General maintenance........................... 9-2, 9-3
Inside the vehicle ................................. 9-2, 9-3
Maintenance precautions ............................ 8-2
Outside the vehicle .............................. 9-2, 9-3
Periodic maintenance schedules ................ 9-5
Seat belt maintenance .............................. 1-27
Manual front seat adjustment ........................... 1-2
Meters and gauges........................................... 2-3
Mirror

Inside mirror .............................................. 3-14
Outside mirror............................................ 3-15
Outside mirror control................................ 3-15
Outside mirrors.......................................... 3-15
Multi-remote control system.............................. 3-4

11-4

Net, Cargo net ................................................ 2-25
New vehicle break-in ...................................... 5-15
Nissan Vehicle immobilizer system ................ 2-12
Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System, Engine start ................................................................... 5-6

Odometer .......................................................... 2-4
Oil

Capacities and recommended fuel/ lubricants ................................................... 10-2
Changing engine oil .................................... 8-8
Changing engine oil filter ............................ 8-9
Checking engine oil level ............................ 8-7
Engine oil..................................................... 8-7
Engine oil viscosity.................................... 10-5
Outside mirror ................................................. 3-15
Outside mirror control ..................................... 3-15
Outside mirrors ............................................... 3-15
Overdrive switch ............................................. 5-10
Overheat, If your vehicle overheats................ 6-10

Parking

Brake check............................................... 8-18
Parking brake check.................................. 5-13
Parking brake operation ............................ 5-13
Parking on hills.......................................... 5-13
Parking/parking on hills .................................. 5-17

Periodic maintenance schedules...................... 9-5
Personal light .................................................. 2-30
Power

Front seat adjustment ................................. 1-4
Power door lock .......................................... 3-3
Power outlet .............................................. 2-21
Power steering fluid................................... 8-11
Power steering system.............................. 5-18
Power windows ......................................... 2-26
Pre-tensioner seat belt system....................... 1-17
Precautions

Braking precautions................................... 5-18
Cruise control precautions ........................ 5-14
Maintenance precautions ............................ 8-2
On child restraints ..................................... 1-28
On seat belt usage.................................... 1-21
On supplemental restraint system .............. 1-9
Precautions when starting and driving........ 5-2
Push starting..................................................... 6-9

Radio, Car phone or CB radio........................ 4-25
Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M) test (US only)....................................................... 10-21
Rear door lock, Child safety rear door lock...... 3-4
Rear power point ............................................ 2-21
Rear window and outside mirror defogger switch .............................................................. 2-15
Registering your vehicle in another country .......................................................... 10-10
Remote keyless entry, (See multi-remote control system) ............................................................. 3-4
Reporting safety defects (US only)............... 10-20

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Rollover............................................................. 5-3

Shifting

Safety

Child seat belts.......................................... 1-23
Reporting safety defects (US only) ......... 10-20
Towing safety .......................................... 10-17

Seat

Belt extenders ........................................... 1-27
Belt maintenance....................................... 1-28
Belt warning light....................................... 1-21
Belt warning light and chime....................... 2-8

Seat adjustment

Front manual seat adjustment .................... 1-2
Front power seat adjustment ...................... 1-4

Seat belt(s)

Child safety................................................ 1-23
Infants and small children ......................... 1-23
Injured persons.......................................... 1-24
Larger children .......................................... 1-24
Pre-tensioner seat belt system ................. 1-17
Precautions on seat belt usage ................ 1-21
Pregnant women ....................................... 1-24
Seat belt cleaning........................................ 7-5
Seat belts .................................................. 1-21
Three-point type with retractor .................. 1-24
Seat(s), Seats ................................................... 1-2
Seats, Heated seats ....................................... 2-20
Security system (Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System), Engine start ..................................... 2-13
Security systems (See theft warning)............. 2-12
Servicing air conditioner.......................... 4-3, 4-11
Shift lock release ............................................ 5-10

Automatic transmission ............................... 5-8
Manual transmission ................................. 5-11

Shoulder belt height adjustment, For front seats ............................................................... 1-27
Side air bag system (See supplemental side air bag system) .................................................... 1-16
Spark plugs..................................................... 8-15
Speedometer .................................................... 2-4
Starting

Before starting the engine........................... 5-7
Jump starting............................................... 6-7
Precautions when starting and driving........ 5-2
Push starting ............................................... 6-9
Starting the engine ...................................... 5-7

Steering

Power steering fluid................................... 8-11
Power steering system.............................. 5-18
Tilting steering wheel ................................ 3-13
Storage ........................................................... 2-22
Sun shade....................................................... 2-28
Sun visors ....................................................... 3-14
Supplemental air bag warning labels ............. 1-19
Supplemental air bag warning light......... 1-19, 2-8
Supplemental front air bag system................. 1-14
Supplemental restraint system ......................... 1-9

Precautions on supplemental restraint system ......................................................... 1-9
Supplemental side air bag system ................. 1-16
Switch

Hazard warning flasher switch .................. 2-19
Headlight switch ........................................ 2-16
Ignition switch.............................................. 5-4

Ignition switch automatic transmission models ......................................................... 5-4
Ignition switch manual transmission models ......................................................... 5-5
Overdrive switch........................................ 5-10
Power door lock switch ............................... 3-4
Rear window and outside mirror defogger switch......................................................... 2-15
Traction control system cancel switch ...... 2-21
Turn signal switch ..................................... 2-18

Tachometer....................................................... 2-4
Temperature gauge, Engine coolant temperature gauge ................................................................ 2-5
Theft (Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System), Engine start..................................................... 2-13
Three way catalyst............................................ 5-3
Tilting steering wheel...................................... 3-13
Tire

Flat tire ........................................................ 6-2
Uniform tire quality grading ..................... 10-19

Tires

Spare tire................................................... 8-35
Tire chains................................................. 8-33
Tire placard ............................................. 10-12
Tire pressure ............................................. 8-30
Tire rotation ............................................... 8-32
Type of tires .............................................. 8-30
Top tether strap child restraints...................... 1-36
Towing

Tow truck towing ....................................... 6-11
Towing a trailer........................................ 10-15
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Towing load/specification chart ............... 10-15
Towing safety .......................................... 10-17
Traction control system .................................. 5-20
Traction control system (TCS) cancel switch .............................................................. 2-21
Trailer towing ................................................ 10-15
Transceiver, Integrated HomeLink Universal Transceiver ..................................................... 2-32
Transmission

Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ........... 8-10
Driving with automatic transmission............ 5-8
Driving with manual transmission ............. 5-11
Transmission selector lever lock release....................................................... 5-10

Transmitter (See multi-remote control system) ............................................................. 3-4
Traveling or registering your vehicle in another country .......................................................... 10-10
Trunk

Access through rear seat ............................ 1-6
Lid lock opener lever................................. 3-10
Light........................................................... 2-32
Turn signal switch........................................... 2-18

Underbody cleaning.......................................... 7-3
Uniform tire quality grading........................... 10-19

Vanity mirror light............................................ 2-31
Vehicle

Dimensions and weights ........................... 10-9

11-6

Identification number (VIN) ..................... 10-10
Loading information................................. 10-14
Vehicle recovery, (freeing a stuck vehicle)..... 6-12
Ventilators ......................................................... 4-2

Warning, Hazard warning flasher switch ........ 2-19
Warning labels, Air bag warning labels .......... 1-19
Warning light

Air bag warning light .......................... 1-19, 2-8
Brake warning light...................................... 2-8
Door open.................................................... 2-8
Low fuel warning light ................................. 2-9
Seat belt warning light and chime............... 2-8
Warning/indicator lights and chimes................. 2-7
Warranty, Emission control system warranty ........................................................ 10-20
Washer switch, Windshield wiper and washer switch .............................................................. 2-14
Washing ............................................................ 7-2
Waxing .............................................................. 7-2
Weights (See dimensions and weights) ......... 10-9
Wheels and tires, Cleaning aluminum alloy wheels............................................................... 7-4
Window washer fluid....................................... 8-12
Window(s)

Cleaning ...................................................... 7-3
Power windows ......................................... 2-26
Windshield wiper and washer switch.............. 2-14
Wiper

Blades........................................................ 8-17
Windshield wiper and washer switch ........ 2-14

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GAS STATION INFORMATION

FUEL RECOMMENDATION: Unleaded premium gasoline with an octane rating of at least 91 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) number (Research octane number 96). If unleaded premium gasoline is not avail- able, unleaded regular gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI (Research octane number 91) can be used. However, for maximum vehicle perfor- mance, the use of unleaded premium gaso- line is recommended.

CAUTION

Using a fuel other than that specified could adversely affect the emission con- trol systems, and may also affect war- ranty coverage.

Under no circumstances should a leaded gasoline be used, since this will damage the three way catalyst.

For additional information, see “Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants” in the “10. Technical and consumer information” section.

ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATION: I API Certification Mark I API grade SG/SH, Energy Conserving II or

API grade SJ, Energy Conserving

I ILSAC grade GF-II I SAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred for all ambient temperatures. SAE 10W-30 vis- cosity oil may be used for ambient tempera- tures above 0°F (−18°C).

See “Capacities and recommended fuel/ lubricants” in the “10. Technical and consumer information” section for engine oil and oil filter recommendation. COLD TIRE PRESSURES: See tire placard affixed to the center console lid. NEW VEHICLE BREAK-IN PROCEDURES RECOMMENDATION: During the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of vehicle use, follow the recommendations out- lined in the “Break-in schedule” Information found in the “5. Starting and driving” section of this Owner’s Manual. Follow these recommen- dations for the future reliability and economy of your new vehicle.

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Meters and gauges 2-3

Hood release 3-9

Trunk release 3-10

Seat 1-2

Seat belt 1-21

Key 3-2

Fuel 3-12, 10-2

Windshield washer fluid 8-12

Engine coolant 8-5

Engine oil 8-7

Audio system 4-12
Air conditioner 4-3

Spare tire 6-3, 8-33

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