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or disassemble. Always have your xe- non headlights replaced at a NISSAN dealer. For additional information, see “Headlight and turn signal switch” in the “Instruments and controls” section.

Halogen headlight bulb: The headlight is a semi-sealed beam type which uses a replaceable headlight (halogen) bulb. If replacement is required, see a NISSAN dealer.

CAUTION

쐌 High pressure halogen gas is sealed inside the halogen bulb. The bulb may break if the glass envelope is scratched or the bulb is dropped.

쐌 When handling the bulb, do not touch

the glass envelope.

쐌 Do not touch the bulb. 쐌 Use the same number and wattage as

originally installed: Bulb no. (Wattage) D2S - Xenon low/high-beam

or

HB5 (65/55W) - Halogen low/high- beam

쐌 Do not leave the bulb out of the headlight reflector for a long period of time as dust, moisture and smoke may enter the headlight body and affect the performance of the head- light.

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EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR LIGHTS

Item

Wattage (W)

Front turn signal*

Front park light*

Front side marker light*

Front fog light (if so equipped)*

Rear combination light*

Turn/Stop/Tail signal

Side marker light

Back-up*

License plate light*

High-mounted stop light*

Ceiling light

Map light

Rear personal light*

Step light*

Luggage light

Vanity mirror light

*: See a NISSAN dealer for replacement.

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21

3.8

3.8

51

—

—

16

—

2.7

Bulb No.

T20

T10 C-2F

T10 C-2F

HB4

LED

LED

T16

T10

LED

161

158

—

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Replacement procedures All other lights are either type A, B, C or D. When replacing a bulb, first remove the lens and/or cover.

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Map light

SDI1930

Luggage light

SDI1500B

WHEELS AND TIRES

tires is significantly under-inflated.

TIRE PRESSURE Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) This vehicle is equipped with the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). It monitors tire pres- sure of all tires except the spare. When the low tire pressure warning light is lit, one or more of your If equipped, the system also displays pressure of all tires (except the spare tire) on the display screen by sending a signal from a sensor that is installed in each wheel. The TPMS will activate only when the vehicle is driven at speeds above 16 MPH (25 km/h). Also, this system may not detect a sudden drop in tire pressure (for example a flat tire while driving). For more details, refer to “Low tire pressure warning light” in the “2. Instruments and con- trols” section, “Tire pressure information” in the “4. Display screen, heater, air conditioner and audio systems” section, “Tire pressure monitor- ing system (TPMS)” in the “5. Starting and driving” section, and “Flat tire” in the “6. In case of emergency” section.

Ceiling light

SDI1499A

Vanity mirror light

SDI1506B

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Tire inflation pressure Check the tire pressures (including the spare) often and always prior to long distance trips. The recommended tire pressure specifications are shown on the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. label and/or the Tire and Loading Information label under the “Cold Tire (Inflation) Pressure” head- ing. The Tire and Loading Information label is affixed to the driver side center pillar. Tire pressures should be checked regularly because: 쐌 Most tires naturally lose air over time. 쐌 Tires can lose air suddenly when driven over potholes or other objects or if the vehicle strikes a curb while parking.

The tire pressures should be checked when the tires are cold. The tires are considered COLD after the vehicle has been parked for 3 or more hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) at mod- erate speeds.

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Incorrect tire pressure, including un- der inflation, may adversely affect tire life and vehicle handling.

WARNING

쐌 Improperly inflated tires can fail suddenly and cause an acci- dent.

쐌 The Gross Vehicle Weight Rat- ing (GVWR) is located on the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. label. The vehicle weight capacity is indi- cated on the Tire and Loading Information label. Do not load your vehicle beyond this capac- ity. Overloading your vehicle may result in reduced tire life, unsafe operating conditions due to premature tire failure, or unfavorable handling charac- teristics and could also lead to a serious accident. Loading be- yond the specified capacity may

also result in failure of other vehicle components.

쐌 Before taking a long trip, or whenever you heavily load your vehicle, use a tire pressure gauge to ensure that the tire pressures are at the specified level.

쐌 Do not drive your vehicle over 85 MPH (137 km/h) unless it is equipped with high speed rated tires. Driving faster than 85
MPH (137 km/h) may result in tire failure, loss of control and possible injury.

쐌 For additional information re- garding tires, refer to “Impor- tant Tire Safety Information” (US) or “Tire Safety Informa- tion” (Canada) in the Warranty Information Booklet.

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Tire and loading information label 쎻1 Seating capacity: The maximum number of occupants that can be seated in the vehicle.

SDI1574C

쎻2 Vehicle load limit: See loading infor- mation in the “Technical and con- sumer information” section.

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inflation is set by the manufacturer to provide the best balance of tire wear, vehicle handling, driveability, tire noise, etc., up to the vehicle’s GVWR.

쎻5 Tire size — refer to “Tire labeling”

later in this section.

쎻6 Spare tire size or compact spare tire

size (if so equipped)

쎻3 Original (tire) size: The size of the tires originally installed on the vehicle at the factory.

쎻4 Cold tire (inflation) pressure: Inflate the tires to this pressure when the

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tires are cold. Tires are considered COLD after the vehicle has been parked for 3 or more hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) at moderate speeds. The recommended cold tire

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3. Remove the gauge. 4. Read the tire pressure on the gauge stem and compare it to the specifica- tion shown on the Tire and Loading Information label.

5. Add air to the tire as needed. If too much air is added, press the core of the valve stem briefly with the tip of the gauge stem to release pressure. Re- check the pressure and add or release air as needed.

6. Install the valve stem cap. 7. Check the pressure of all other tires,

including the spare.

Size

Cold Tire Inflation Pressure

Front Original Tire Rear Original Tire Spare Tire

P235/65R18

104T

230 kPa 33 psi

P235/65R18

104T

T165/90D18

107M

230 kPa 33 psi

420 kPa 60 psi

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Checking the tire pressure 1. Remove the valve stem cap from the

tire.

2. Press the pressure gauge squarely onto the valve stem. Do not press too hard or force the valve stem sideways, or air will escape. If the hissing sound of air escaping from the tire is heard while checking the pressure, reposi- tion the gauge to eliminate this leak- age.

tire’s ratio of height to width. 4. R: The “R” stands for radial. 5. Two-digit number (16): This number is

the wheel or rim diameter in inches.

6. Two- or three-digit number (94): This number is the tire’s load index. It is a measurement of how much weight each tire can support. You may not find this information on all tires be- cause it is not required by law.

7. H: Tire speed rating. You should not drive the vehicle faster than the tire speed rating.

쎻1 Tire size (example: P215/60R16

EXAMPLE

SDI1606

94H)

1. P: The “P” indicates the tire is de- signed for passenger vehicles. (Not all tires have this information.)

2. Three-digit number (215): This num- ber gives the width in millimeters of the tire from sidewall edge to sidewall edge.

3. Two-digit number (60): This number, known as the aspect ratio, gives the

SDI1575

EXAMPLE

TIRE LABELING Federal law requires tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires. This information iden- tifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also pro- vides the tire identification number (TIN) for safety standard certification. The TIN can be used to identify the tire in case of a recall.

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4. Three-digit code: Tire type code (Op-

tional)

5. Three-digit code: Date of Manufacture 6. Four numbers represent the week and year the tire was built. For example, the numbers 3103 means the 31st week of 2003. If these numbers are missing, then look on the other sidewall of the tire.

쎻3 Tire ply composition and material

The number of layers or plies of rubber-coated fabric in the tire. Tire manufacturers also must indicate the materials in the tire, which include steel, nylon, polyester, and others. 쎻4 Maximum permissible inflation pres-

sure This number is the greatest amount of air pressure that should be put in the tire. Do not exceed the maximum permissible inflation pressure.

쎻5 Maximum load rating

This number indicates the maximum

load in kilograms and pounds that can be carried by the tire. When replacing the tires on the vehicle, always use a tire that has the same load rating as the factory installed tire.

쎻6 Term of “tubeless” or “tube type”

Indicates whether the tire requires an inner tube (“tube type”) or not (“tubeless”).

쎻7 The word “radial”

The word “radial” is shown if the tire has radial structure.

쎻8 Manufacturer or brand name

Manufacturer or brand name is shown.

Other tire-related terminology: In addition to the many terms that are defined throughout this section, Intended Outboard Sidewall is (1) the sidewall that contains a whitewall, bears white letter- ing or bears manufacturer, brand and/or model name molding that is higher or Maintenance and do-it-yourself 8-35

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EXAMPLE

쎻2 TIN (Tire Identification Number) for new tire (example: DOT XX XX XXX XXXX)

1. DOT: Abbreviation for the “Depart- ment Of Transportation”. The symbol can be placed above, below or to the left or right of the Tire Identification Number.

2. Two-digit code: Manufacturer’s identi-

fication mark

3. Two-digit code: Tire size

(2)

the tire, or

deeper than the same molding on the other sidewall of the outward facing sidewall of an asymmetri- cal tire that has a particular side that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle. TYPES OF TIRES

WARNING

쐌 When changing or replacing tires, be sure all four tires are of the same type (for example, Summer, All Sea- son or Snow) and construction. A NISSAN dealer may be able to help you with information about tire type, size, speed rating and availability.

than

rating

쐌 Replacement tires may have a lower speed factory equipped tires, and may not match the potential maximum vehicle speed. Never exceed the maximum speed rating of the tire.

the

쐌 Replacing tires with those not origi- nally specified by NISSAN could af-

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fect the proper operation of the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). 쐌 For additional information regarding tires, refer to “Important Tire Safety Information” (US) or “Tire Safety In- formation” (Canada) in the Warranty Information Booklet.

All season tires NISSAN specifies All Season tires on some models to provide good performance for use all year, including snowy and icy road conditions. All Season tires are identified by ALL SEASON and/or M&S on the tire sidewall. Snow tires have better snow traction than All Season tires and may be more appropriate in some areas. Summer tires NISSAN specifies summer tires on some models to provide superior performance on dry roads. Summer tire performance is substantially re- duced in snow and ice. Summer tires do not have the tire traction rating “M&S” on the tire sidewall.

If you plan to operate your vehicle in snowy or icy conditions, NISSAN recommends the use of

If you do not,

SNOW tires or ALL SEASON tires on all four wheels. Snow tires If snow tires are needed, it is necessary to select tires equivalent in size and load rating to the original equipment tires. it can adversely affect the safety and handling of your vehicle. Generally, snow tires will have lower speed ratings than factory equipped tires and may not match the potential maximum vehicle speed. Never exceed the maximum speed rating of the tire. If you operate your vehicle in snowy or icy conditions, NISSAN recommends the use of snow or all season tires on all four wheels. For additional traction on icy roads, studded tires may be used. However, some U.S. states and Canadian provinces prohibit their use. Check local, state and provincial laws before installing studded tires. Skid and traction capabilities of studded snow tires on wet or dry surfaces may be poorer than that of non-studded snow tires.

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쐌 Do not use the chains on dry roads. Tire chains must be installed only on the front wheels and not on the rear wheels. Do not drive with tire chains on paved roads which are clear of snow. Driving with chains in such conditions can cause damage to the vari- ous mechanisms of the vehicle due to some overstress.

All-wheel drive models

CAUTION

Always use tires of the same type, size, brand, construction (bias, bias-belted or radial), and tread pattern on all four wheels. Failure to do so may result in a circumference difference between tires on the front and rear axles which will cause excessive tire wear and may dam- age the transmission, transfer case and differential gears.

If excessive tire wear is found, it is recommended that all four tires be replaced with tires of the same size, brand, construction and tread pat- tern. The tire pressure and wheel alignment should also be checked and corrected as nec- essary. Contact a NISSAN dealer. Tire chains must be installed only on the front wheels and not on the rear wheels.

Do not drive with tire chains on paved roads which are clear of snow. Driving with chains in such conditions can cause damage to the vari- ous mechanisms of the vehicle due to some overstress.

TIRE CHAINS Use of tire chains may be prohibited according to location. Check the local laws before installing tire chains. When installing tire chains, make sure they are the proper size for the tires on your vehicle and are installed according to the chain manufacturer’s suggestions. Use only SAE class S chains. Class “S” chains are used on vehicles with restricted tire to vehicle clearance. Vehicles that can use Class “S” chains are designed to meet the SAE standard minimum clearances between the tire and the closest vehicle suspension or body component required to accommodate the use of a winter traction device (tire chains or cables). The minimum clearances are determined using the factory equipped tire size. Other types may damage your vehicle. Use chain tensioners when recom- mended by the tire chain manufacturer to ensure a tight fit. Loose end links of the tire chain must be secured or removed to prevent the possibility of whipping action damage to the fenders or undercarriage. If possible, avoid fully loading your vehicle when using tire chains. In addition, drive at a reduced speed. Otherwise, your ve- hicle may be damaged and/or vehicle handling and performance may be adversely affected. 쐌 Never install tire chains on a TEMPO-

RARY USE ONLY type spare tire.

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Information Booklet.

Wheel nut tightening torque:

80 ft-lb (108 N⋅m)

The wheel nuts must be kept tight- ened to specifications at all times. It is recommended that wheel nuts be tightened to specification at each tire rotation interval.

WARNING

쐌 After rotating the tires, check

and adjust the tire pressure.

쐌 Retighten the wheel nuts when the vehicle has been driven for 600 miles (1,000 km) (also in cases of a flat tire, etc.).

쐌 Do not include the spare tire in

the tire rotation.

쐌 For additional information re- garding tires, refer to “Impor- tant Tire Safety Information” (US) or “Tire Safety Informa- tion” (Canada) in the Warranty

SDI1662

CHANGING WHEELS AND TIRES Tire rotation NISSAN recommends rotating the tires every 7,500 miles (12,000 km). See “Flat In case of emergency” section of this manual for tire replacing procedures. As soon as possible, tighten the wheel nuts to the specified torque with a torque wrench.

tire” in the “6.

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SDI1663

1. Wear indicator 2. Location mark Tire wear and damage

WARNING

쐌 Tires should be periodically in- spected for wear, cracking, bulging or objects caught in the tread. If excessive wear, cracks, bulging or deep cuts are found,

the tire(s) should be replaced. 쐌 The original tires have built-in tread wear indicators. When the wear indicators are visible, the tire(s) should be replaced.

쐌 Tires degrade with age and use. Have tires, including the spare, over 6 years old checked by a qualified technician because some tire damage may not be obvious. Replace the tires as necessary to prevent tire failure and possible personal injury.

쐌 Improper service of the spare tire may result in serious per- sonal injury. If it is necessary to repair the spare tire, contact a NISSAN dealer.

쐌 For additional information re- garding tires, refer to “Impor- tant Tire Safety Information” (US) or “Tire Safety Informa-

tion” (Canada) in the Warranty Information Booklet.

Replacing wheels and tires When replacing a tire, use the same size, tread design, speed rating and load carrying capacity as originally equipped. Recommended types and sizes are shown in “Wheels and tires” in the “Technical and consumer information” section of this manual.

WARNING

쐌 The use of tires other than those recommended or the mixed use of tires of different brands, construction (bias, bias-belted or radial), or tread patterns can adversely affect the ride, braking, handling, ground clearance, body-to-tire clearance, tire chain clearance, speedometer calibration, headlight aim and bumper height. Some of these effects may lead to accidents and could result in serious personal injury.

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early

and/or

쐌 If the wheels are changed for any reason, always replace with wheels which have the same off-set dimen- sion. Wheels of a different off-set could cause premature tire wear, de- grade vehicle handling characteris- tics and/or interference with the brake discs/drums. Such interfer- ence can lead to decreased braking efficiency brake pad/shoe wear. Refer to “Wheels and Tires” in the “Technical and con- sumer information” section of this manual for wheel offset dimensions. 쐌 When a spare tire is mounted or a wheel is replaced, tire pressure will not be indicated, the TPMS will not function and the low tire pressure warning light will flash for approxi- mately 1 minute and remain on after the 1 minute. Contact your NISSAN dealer as soon as possible for tire replacement and/or system reset- ting. (For models with the low tire pressure warning system)

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쐌 Replacing tires with those not origi- nally specified by NISSAN could af- fect the TPMS. (For models with the low tire pressure warning system)

the proper operation of

쐌 Do not install a deformed wheel or tire even if it has been repaired. Such wheels or tires could have structural damage and could fail without warn- ing.

쐌 The use of retread tires is not recom-

mended.

쐌 For additional information regarding tires, refer to “Important Tire Safety Information” (US) or “Tire Safety In- formation” (Canada) in the Warranty Information Booklet.

Wheel balance Unbalanced wheels may affect vehicle handling and tire life. Even with regular use, wheels can get out of balance. Therefore, they should be balanced as required. Wheel balance service should be per- formed with the wheels off the vehicle.

Spin balancing the wheels on the vehicle could lead to mechanical damage. For additional information regarding tires, refer to “Important Tire Safety Information” (US) or “Tire Safety Information” (Canada) in the Warranty Information booklet. Care of wheels 쐌 Wash the wheels when washing the vehicle

to maintain their appearance.

쐌 Clean the inner side of the wheels when the is changed or the underside of the

wheel vehicle is washed.

쐌 Do not use abrasive cleaners when washing

the wheels.

쐌 Inspect wheel rims regularly for dents or corrosion. Such damage may cause loss of pressure or poor seal at the tire bead.

쐌 NISSAN recommends waxing the road wheel sidewalls to protect against road salt in areas where it is used during winter.

Spare tire (TEMPORARY USE ONLY (T-type) spare tire) Observe the following precautions if the TEM- PORARY USE ONLY spare tire must be used. Otherwise, your vehicle could be damaged or involved in an accident.

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WARNING

쐌 The spare tire should be used for emergency use only. It should be re- placed with the standard tire at the first opportunity to avoid possible tire or differential damage.

쐌 Drive carefully while the TEMPO- RARY USE ONLY spare tire is in- stalled. Avoid sharp turns and abrupt braking while driving.

쐌 Periodically check spare tire inflation pressure. Always keep the pressure of the TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare tire at 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 bar).

쐌 With the TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare tire installed do not drive the vehicle at speeds faster than 50 MPH (80 km/h).

쐌 When driving on roads covered with snow or ice, the TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare tire should be used on the rear wheel and the original tire used on the front wheels (drive

original tire, ground clearance is re- duced. To avoid damage to the ve- hicle, do not drive over obstacles. Also, do not drive the vehicle through an automatic car wash since it may get caught.

wheels). Use tire chains only on the front (original) tires.

쐌 Tire tread of the TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare tire will wear at a faster rate than the standard tire. Replace the spare tire as soon as the tread wear indicators appear.

쐌 Do not use the spare tire on other

vehicles.

쐌 Do not use more than one spare tire

at the same time.

쐌 Do not tow a trailer when the TEM- PORARY USE ONLY spare tire is in- stalled.

CAUTION

쐌 Do not use tire chains on a TEMPO- RARY USE ONLY spare tire. Tire chains will not fit properly and may cause damage to the vehicle.

쐌 Because

TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare tire is smaller than the

the

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9 Technical and consumer information

Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants................ 9-2
Fuel recommendation...................................................... 9-3
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation.................... 9-5
Air conditioning system refrigerant and lubricant recommendations............................................................. 9-6
Specifications.......................................................................... 9-7
Engine ................................................................................. 9-7
Wheels and tires.............................................................. 9-8
Dimensions and weights ................................................ 9-8

When traveling or registering your vehicle in another country ...................................................................................... 9-9
Vehicle identification ............................................................. 9-9
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate................... 9-9
Vehicle identification number (Chassis number) ..... 9-9
Engine serial number.................................................... 9-10
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ................. 9-10
Emission control information label ............................ 9-10
Tire and loading information label ............................. 9-11
Air conditioner specification label ............................. 9-11
Installing front license plate .............................................. 9-12

Vehicle loading information............................................... 9-13
Terms................................................................................ 9-13
Vehicle load capacity.................................................... 9-13
Loading tips .................................................................... 9-15
Payload weight capacity.............................................. 9-16
Measurement of weights ............................................. 9-16
Towing a trailer .................................................................... 9-17
Maximum load limits...................................................... 9-17
Towing load/specification chart................................. 9-19
Towing safety.................................................................. 9-19
Flat towing....................................................................... 9-22
Uniform tire quality grading............................................... 9-23
Emission control system warranty................................... 9-24
Reporting safety defects (US only) ................................ 9-24
Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M) test (US only)................................................................................ 9-25
Event data recorders ......................................................... 9-26
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual order information ... 9-26
In the event of a collision ............................................ 9-27

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CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED FUEL/LUBRICANTS The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be a little different. When refilling, follow the procedure instructed in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity.

Fuel Engine oil*5
Drain and refill

With oil filter change Without oil filter change

Cooling system

With reservoir Reservoir

Differential gear oil

CVT fluid Transfer oil Power steering fluid (PSF) Brake fluid Multi-purpose grease Air conditioning system refrigerant

Air conditioning system lubricants

Capacity (Approximate)

US

measure 21-5/8 gal

4-1/4 qt 3-7/8 qt

10-1/8 qt

7/8 qt

—

— —

Imp

measure 18 gal

3-1/2 qt 3-1/4 qt

8-1/2 qt 3/5 qt

—

— —

Liter

82

4.0
3.7

9.6
0.8

—

— —

Refill to the proper oil level according to the instructions in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section.

— —

—

— —

—

— —

—

Unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI (RON 91)*1

Recommended specifications

쐌 Engine oil with API Certification Mark*2
쐌 Viscosity SAE 5W-30

50% Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant or equivalent 50% Demineralized or distilled water Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid Super GL-5 8W-90 or API GL-5, Viscosity SAE 80W-90*3
Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2*4
API GL-5, Viscosity SAE 80W-90
Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent*6
Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid*7 or equivalent DOT 3
NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base) HFC-134a (R-134a)*8
NISSAN A/C System Oil Type S or exact equivalent Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner & Antifreeze or equivalent

Windshield washer fluid *1: For additional information, see later in this paragraph for fuel recommendation. *2: For additional information, see later in this paragraph for engine oil and oil filter recommendation. *3: For hot climates, viscosity SAE 90 is suitable for ambient temperatures above 0°C (32°F). *4: Use only Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2. Using transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2 will damage the CVT transmission,

which is not covered by the Nissan new vehicle limited warranty.

*5: For additional information, see “Engine oil” in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section for changing engine oil. *6: For Canada, NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF), DEXRONTMIII/MERCONTM or equivalent ATF may also be used. *7: Available in mainland U.S.A. through a NISSAN dealer. *8: For additional information, see “Vehicle identification” in this section for air conditioner specification label.

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FUEL RECOMMENDATION NISSAN recommends the use of 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, you may use unleaded regular gaso- line with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI number (Research octane number 91), but you may notice a decrease in performance.

CAUTION

쐌 Using a fuel other than that specified could adversely affect the emission control system, and may also affect the warranty coverage.

쐌 Under no circumstances should a leaded gasoline be used, because this will damage the three-way cata- lyst.

쐌 Do not use E-85 fuel in your vehicle. Your vehicle is not designed to run on E-85 fuel. Using E-85 fuel can damage the fuel system components and is not covered by the NISSAN

vehicle limited warranty.

if

Gasoline specifications NISSAN recommends using gasoline that meets the World-Wide Fuel Charter (WWFC) specifi- cations where it is available. Many of the auto- mobile manufacturers developed this specifica- tion to improve the emission control system and vehicle performance. Ask your service station manager the gasoline meets the WWFC specifications. Reformulated gasoline Some fuel suppliers are now producing reformu- lated gasolines. These gasolines are specially designed to reduce vehicle emissions. NISSAN supports efforts towards cleaner air and sug- gests that you use reformulated gasoline when available. Gasoline containing oxygenates Some fuel suppliers sell gasoline containing oxygenates such as ethanol, MTBE and metha- nol with or without advertising their presence. NISSAN does not recommend the use of fuels of which the oxygenate content and the fuel com- patibility for a NISSAN cannot be readily deter-

If mined. manager.

in doubt, ask your service station

If you use oxygenate-blend gasoline, please take the following precautions as the usage of such fuels may cause vehicle performance problems and/or fuel system damage. 쐌 The fuel should be unleaded and have an octane rating no lower than that recommended for unleaded gasoline.

쐌 If an oxygenate-blend, excepting a methanol blend, is used, it should con- tain no more than 10% oxygenate. (MTBE may, however, be added up to 15%.)

쐌 If a methanol blend is used, it should contain no more than 5% methanol (me- thyl alcohol, wood alcohol). It should also contain a suitable amount of ap- propriate cosolvents and corrosion in- hibitors. If not properly formulated with appropriate cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors, such methanol blends may cause fuel system damage and/or ve- hicle performance problems. At this time, sufficient data is not available to ensure that all methanol blends are suitable for use in NISSAN vehicles.

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engine stalling and hard hot starting are experi- enced after using oxygenate-blend fuels, imme- diately change to a non-oxygenate fuel or a fuel with a low blend of MTBE. Take care not to spill gasoline during refu- eling. Gasoline containing oxygenates can cause paint damage. E-85 fuel E-85 fuel is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel ethanol and 15% unleaded gasoline. E-85 can only be used in a Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV). Do not use E-85 fuel in your vehicle. U.S. govern- ment regulations require fuel ethanol dispensing pumps to be identified by a small, square, or- ange and black label with the common abbre- viation or the appropriate percentage for that region. Aftermarket fuel additives NISSAN does not recommend the use of any aftermarket fuel additives (for example, fuel in- jector cleaner, octane booster, intake valve de- posit removers, etc.) which are sold commer- cially. Many of these additives intended for gum, varnish or deposit removal may contain active solvent or similar ingredients that can be harmful to the fuel system and engine.

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Octane rating tips Using unleaded gasoline with an octane rating lower than recommended can cause persistent, heavy spark knock. (Spark knock is a metallic rapping noise.) If se- vere, this can lead to engine damage. If you detect a persistent heavy spark knock even when using gasoline of the stated octane rating, or if you hear steady spark knock while holding a steady speed on level roads, have your dealer correct the condi- tion. Failure to correct the condition is misuse of the vehicle, for which NISSAN is not responsible. Incorrect ignition timing will result in knocking, after-run or overheating. This in turn may cause excessive fuel consumption or damage to the engine. If any of the above symptoms are en- countered, have your vehicle checked at a NISSAN dealer or other competent service fa- cility. However, now and then you may notice light spark knock for a short time while accelerating or driving up hills. This is no cause for concern, because you get the greatest fuel benefit when there is light spark knock for a short time under heavy engine load.

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is essential

ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER RECOMMENDATION Selecting the correct oil It to choose the correct grade, quality and viscosity engine oil to ensure satis- factory engine life and performance. See “Ca- pacities and recommended fuel/lubricants” ear- lier in this section. NISSAN recommends the use of an energy conserving oil in order to improve fuel economy. Select only engine oils that meet the American Petroleum Institute (API) certification or Interna- tional Lubricant Standardization and Approval

STI0500

Committee (ILSAC) certification and SAE vis- cosity standard. These oils have the API certifi- cation mark on the front of the container. Oils which do not have the specified quality label should not be used as they could cause engine damage. Oil additives NISSAN does not recommend the use of oil additives. The use of an oil additive is not necessary when the proper oil type is used and maintenance intervals are followed.

Oil which may contain foreign matter or has been previously used should not be used.

Oil viscosity The engine oil viscosity or thickness changes with temperature. Because of this, it is important that the engine oil viscosity be selected based on the temperatures at which the vehicle will be operated before the next oil change. 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 replacing, use the genuine oil filter or its equivalent 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 reduce 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 limited warranties. 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 Technical and consumer information 9-5

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Contact a NISSAN dealer when servicing your air conditioning system.

upon how you use your vehicle. Operation under the following conditions may require more fre- quent oil and filter changes. 쐌 repeated short distance driving at cold out-

side temperatures,

쐌 driving in dusty conditions, 쐌 extensive idling, 쐌 towing a trailer, 쐌 stop and go “rush hour” traffic, 쐌 aggressive driving. Refer to the “NISSAN Service and Maintenance Guide” for the maintenance schedule.

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 governmental regulations require the recovery and recycling of any refrigerant during automotive air condition- ing system service. A NISSAN dealer has the trained technicians and equipment needed to recover and recycle your air conditioning system refrigerant.

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SPECIFICATIONS

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

in (mm) cu in (cm3)

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

VQ35DE

Gasoline, 4-cycle 6-cylinder, V-slanted at 60° 3.760 x 3.205 (95.5 x 81.4) 213.45 (3,498) 1-2-3-4-5-6*

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

PLFR5A-11
PLFR4A-11 (Hot), PLFR6A-11 (Cold) 0.043 (1.1) Timing chain

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

TI1009-A

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WHEELS AND TIRES

DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS

Road wheel

Tire

Pressure (cold)

*: For Canada

Type

Size

Offset

in (mm)

Overall length

Aluminum

18 x 7-1/2JJ

1.38 (35)

Overall width

in (mm)

in (mm)

187.6 (4,767)

74.0 (1,880)

Conventional

P235/65R18 104T

Overall height without roof rack rail

in (mm)

66.5 (1,689)

Spare

T165/90D18 107M Conventional*

Conventional

33 PSI (230 kPa)

Spare (T-type)

60 PSI (420 kPa)

Overall height with roof rack rail

in (mm)

67.3 (1,709)

Front tread

Rear tread

Wheelbase

Gross vehicle weight rating

Gross axle weight rating

Front

Rear

in (mm)

in (mm)

in (mm)

lb (kg)

lb (kg)

lb (kg)

64.2 (1,630)

64.2 (1,630)

111.2 (2,825)

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

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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 emis- sion control and safety standards vary according to the country, state, province or district; there- fore, 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.

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION

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

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (Chassis number) The number is stamped under the passenger’s seat as shown.

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STI0047

STI0336

STI0337

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

F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. CERTIFICATION LABEL F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label is af- fixed 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. Review it carefully.

EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION LABEL The emission control tached as shown.

information label

is at-

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STI0373

STI0339

TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION LABEL The cold tire pressure is shown on the Tire and Loading Information label affixed to the driver’s door center pillar.

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. 쐌 License plate bracket 쐌 Screw x 2
쐌 Bolt grommet x 2
쐌 Bolt x 2
1. Temporarily place the license plate bracket and mark the pilot hole points using holes 쎻A .

2. Remove the license plate bracket. 3. Carefully drill two pilot holes 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.) Insert grommets into the hole on the fascia. Install the license plate bracket with bolts. Install the license plate with screws 쎻C .

4. 5. 6.

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VEHICLE LOADING INFORMATION

WARNING

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

쐌 Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts.

쐌 Be sure everyone in your ve- hicle 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: 쐌 Curb Weight (actual weight of your vehicle) - vehicle weight including: standard and optional equipment, flu-

ids, emergency tools, and spare tire assembly. This weight does not in- clude passengers and cargo.

쐌 GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) - curb weight plus the combined weight of passengers and cargo.

쐌 GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rat- ing) - maximum total combined weight of the unloaded vehicle, passengers, luggage, hitch, trailer tongue load and any other optional equipment. This in- formation the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. label.

located

on

is

쐌 GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) - maximum weight (load) limit specified for the front or rear axle. This informa- tion the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. label.

located

on

is

쐌 GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating) - maximum total weight rating of the vehicle, passengers, cargo, and trailer.

쐌 Vehicle Capacity Weight, Load limit,

load capacity - maximum total Total weight limit specified of the load (pas- sengers and cargo) for the vehicle. This is the maximum combined weight of occupants and cargo that can be loaded into the vehicle. If the vehicle is used to tow a trailer, the trailer tongue weight must be included as part of the cargo load. This information is located on the Tire and Loading Information label.

쐌 Cargo capacity - permissible weight of cargo, the subtracted weight of occu- pants from the load limit.

VEHICLE LOAD CAPACITY Do not exceed the load limit of your vehicle shown as “The combined weight of occupants and cargo” on the Tire and Loading Information label. Do not exceed the number of occupants shown as “Seating Capacity” on the Tire and Load- ing Information label. To get “the combined weight of occu- pants and cargo”, add the weight of all Technical and consumer information 9-13

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occupants, then add the total weight. Examples are shown below.

luggage

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Steps for determining correct load limit 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs” on your vehicle’s placard.

2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle.

3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs.

4. The resulting figure equals the avail- able amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the XXX amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400 − 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.) or (640 − 340 (5 x 70) = 300 kg.)

5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on

the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and lug- gage load capacity calculated in Step 4.

6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be trans- ferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle.

Before driving a loaded vehicle, confirm that you do not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for your vehicle. See “Measurement of Weights” later in this section. Also check tires for proper inflation pres- sures. See the Tire and Loading Informa- tion label.

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LOADING TIPS There are tie down hooks located in the cargo area. The tie down hooks can be used to secure cargo with ropes or other types of straps. 쐌 The GVW must not exceed GVWR or GAWR the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification la- bel.

specified

on

as

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WARNING

쐌 Properly secure all cargo with ropes or straps to help prevent it from sliding or shifting. Do not place cargo higher than the seatbacks. In a sudden stop or collision, cargo could cause personal injury.

unsecured

and

쐌 Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or the maximum front rear GAWRs. If you do, parts of your vehicle can break, tire damage could occur, or it can change the way your vehicle handles. This could result in loss of con- trol and cause personal injury. can shorten the life of your vehicle and the tire, but can also cause unsafe vehicle handling and longer braking distances. This

쐌 Overloading

only

not

may cause a premature tire fail- ure which could result in a seri- ous accident and personal in- jury. by overloading are not covered by the vehicle’s warranty.

Failures

caused

PAYLOAD WEIGHT CAPACITY The payload weight capacity is the maxi- mum total weight of passengers, optional equipment (air conditioning, trailer hitch, etc.) and cargo that your vehicle is de- signed to carry. Before driving a loaded vehicle, confirm that you do not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for your vehicle. See “Vehicle loading informa- tion” earlier in this section for details. Also check tires for proper inflation pres- sures. See the tire and loading informa- tion label affixed to the driver’s door center pillar.

Payload Weight Capacity Unit: lb (kg)

VQ35DE

2WD 1,050
(475) 1,070
(485)

AWD 1,050
(475) 1,070
(485)

US

Canada

MEASUREMENT OF WEIGHTS Secure loose items to prevent weight shifts that could affect the balance of your vehicle. When the vehicle is loaded, drive to a scale and weigh the front and the rear wheels separately to determine axle loads. Individual axle loads should not exceed either of the gross axle weight ratings (GAWR). The total of the axle loads should not exceed the gross ve- hicle weight rating (GVWR). These rat- ings are given on the vehicle certification label. ratings are exceeded, move or remove items to bring all weights below the ratings.

If weight

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TOWING A TRAILER

CA0009

WARNING

Overloading or improper loading of a trailer and its cargo can adversely affect vehicle handling, braking and perfor- mance and may lead to accidents.

CAUTION

쐌 Do not tow a trailer or haul a heavy load for the first 500 miles (800 km).

Your engine, axle or other parts could be damaged.

쐌 For the first 500 miles (800 km) that you tow a trailer, do not drive over 50
mph (80 km/h) and do not make starts at full throttle. This helps the engine and other parts of your ve- hicle wear in at the heavier loads.

Your new vehicle was designed to be used primarily to carry passengers and cargo. Re- member that towing a trailer will place additional loads on your vehicle’s engine, drive train, steer- ing, braking and other systems.

A NISSAN Towing Guide (U.S. only) is available on the website at www.nissanusa.com. This guide includes information on trailer towing ca- pability and the special equipment required for proper towing. MAXIMUM LOAD LIMITS Maximum trailer loads Never allow the total trailer load to exceed the value specified in the Towing Load/Specification Chart found later in this section. The total trailer load equals trailer weight plus its cargo weight.

쐌 When towing a trailer load of 1,000 lbs. (454
kg) or more, trailers with a brake system MUST be used.

The maximum GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating) should not exceed the value specified in the following Towing Load/Specification Chart.

The GCWR equals the combined weight of the towing vehicle (including passengers and cargo) plus the total trailer load. Towing loads greater than specified or using improper towing equipment could adversely af- fect vehicle handling, braking and performance. 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). Temperature conditions also can affect towing. For example, in high outside temperatures on graded roads can af- fect engine performance and cause overheating. The transmission high fluid temperature protec- tion mode, which helps reduce the chance of transmission damage, could activate and auto- matically decrease engine power. Vehicle speed may decrease to 40 to 50 MPH (65 to 80 km/h) under high load. Plan your trip carefully to ac- Technical and consumer information 9-17

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count for trailer and vehicle load, weather, and road conditions.

WARNING

Overheating can result in reduced en- gine power and vehicle speed. Also, when the high temperature mode oper- ates, vehicle speed may be gradually reduced. The reduced speed may be lower than other traffic, which could increase the chance of a collision. Be especially careful when driving. If nec- essary, pull to the side of the road at a safe place and allow the engine to cool or the transmission to return to normal operation.

CAUTION

Vehicle damage resulting from im- proper towing procedures is not cov- ered by NISSAN warranties.

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the total

Tongue load Keep the tongue load between 9 to 11 percent of load within the maximum tongue load limits shown in the following Towing Load/Specifications Chart. If the tongue load becomes excessive, rearrange cargo to allow for proper tongue load.

trailer

TI1012M

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

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TOWING LOAD/SPECIFICATION CHART

TOWING LOAD/SPECIFICATION CHART

Unit: lb (kg)

MODEL

WEIGHT

MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT*1
MAXIMUM TONGUE LOAD GROSS COMBINED WEIGHT RATING RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT*2

VQ35DE

CVT

3,500 (1,588)

350 (159)

8,100 (3,674)

Sway Control Device (SCD)

*1: All towing above 1,000 lb (454 kg) requires the use of trailer brakes. NISSAN recommends the use of

a tandem axle trailer whenever towing above 3,000 lb (1,361 kg).

*2: A sway control device is recommended for all towing above 2,000 lb (907 kg). Sway control devices are not offered by NISSAN. See a professional trailer/hitch outlet for a properly designed sway control device for your trailer.

TOWING SAFETY Trailer hitch Choose a proper hitch for your vehicle and trailer. 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. Hitch ball Choose a hitch ball of the proper size and weight rating for your trailer: 쐌 The required hitch ball size is stamped on most trailer couplers. Most hitch balls also have the size printed on top of the ball.

쐌 Choose the proper class hitch ball based on

the trailer weight.

쐌 The diameter of the threaded shank of the hitch ball must be matched to the ball mount hole diameter. The hitch ball shank should be no more than 1/16″ smaller than the hole in the ball mount.

쐌 The threaded shank of the hitch ball must be long enough to be properly secured to the ball mount. There should be at least 2 threads showing beyond the lock washer and nut.

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Class I hitch Class I trailer hitch equipment (receiver, ball mount and hitch ball) can be used to tow trailers of a maximum weight of 2,000 lb (909 kg). Class II hitch Class II trailer hitch equipment (receiver, ball mount and hitch ball) can be used to tow trailers of a maximum weight of 3,500 lb (1,510 kg).

CAUTION

쐌 Special hitches which include frame reinforcements are required for tow- ing above 2,000 lb (907 kg). Suitable genuine NISSAN hitches for pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles are available at a NISSAN dealer.

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

쐌 Do not modify the vehicle exhaust system, brake system, etc. to install a

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trailer hitch.

쐌 After the hitch is removed, seal the bolt holes to prevent exhaust fumes, water or dust from entering the pas- senger compartment.

쐌 Regularly check that all trailer hitch securely

bolts

are

mounting mounted.

쐌 To reduce the possibility of addi- tional damage if your vehicle is struck from the rear, where practical, remove the hitch and/or receiver when not in use.

Tire pressures 쐌 When towing a trailer, inflate the ve- hicle tires to the recommended cold tire pressure indicated on the Tire and Loading Information label.

쐌 Trailer tire condition, size, load rating and proper inflation pressure should be in accordance with the trailer and tire manufacturers’ specifications.

Safety chain Always use a suitable chains between your vehicle and the trailer. The safety chains 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

CAUTION

commercially

When splicing into the vehicle electrical system, available power-type module/converter must be used to provide power for all trailer lighting. This unit uses the vehicle bat- tery as a direct power source for all trailer lights while using the vehicle tail light, stoplight and turn signal circuits as a signal source. The module/ converter must draw no more than 15
milliamps from the stop and tail lamp circuits. Using a module/converter that exceeds these power requirements may damage the vehicle’s electrical system. See a reputable trailer dealer to obtain

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the proper equipment and to have it installed.

Trailer lights should comply with federal and/or local regulations. For assistance in hooking up trailer lights, contact a NISSAN dealer or repu- table trailer dealer. Trailer brakes If your trailer is equipped with a braking system, make sure it conforms to federal and/or local regulations and that it is properly installed.

WARNING

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

Pre-towing tips 쐌 Be certain your vehicle maintains a level position when a loaded and/or unloaded trailer is hitched. Do not drive the vehicle if it has an abnormal nose-up or nose-down con- dition; check for improper tongue load, over- load, worn suspension or other possible causes of either condition.

쐌 Always secure items in the trailer to prevent

load shifts while driving.

쐌 Load the trailer so approximately 60% of the trailer load is in the front half and 40% is in the back half.

쐌 Check your hitch, trailer tire pressure, vehicle tire pressure, trailer light operation, and trailer wheel lug nuts every time you attach a trailer to the vehicle.

쐌 Be certain your rearview mirrors conform to all federal, state or local regulations. If not, install any mirrors required for towing before 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 per- formance will be somewhat different than under normal driving conditions. 쐌 Always secure items in the trailer to prevent

load shift while driving.

쐌 Avoid abrupt starts, acceleration or stops. 쐌 Avoid sharp turns or lane changes. 쐌 Always drive your vehicle at a moderate speed. Some states or provinces have spe-

cific speed limits for vehicles that are towing trailers. Obey the local speed limits.

쐌 When backing up, hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand. Move your hand in the direction in which you want the trailer to go. Make small corrections and back up slowly. If possible, have someone guide you when you are backing up.

쐌 Always block the wheels on both vehicle and trailer when parking. Parking on a slope is not recommended; however, if you must do so, first block the wheels and apply the parking brake, and then move the selector lever into the P (Park) position. If you move the selector lever to the P (Park) position before blocking the wheels and applying the parking brake, transmission damage could occur.

쐌 When going down a hill, shift into a lower gear and use the engine braking effect. When going up a long grade, downshift the transmission to a lower gear and reduce speed to reduce chances of engine overload- ing and/or overheating.

쐌 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 con- trol to high and setting the temperature con- Technical and consumer information 9-21

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trol to the HOT position.

쐌 If the transmission fluid rises to an extremely high temperature, a high fluid temperature protection mode may operate. See page 5-16 for details. If necessary, pull to the side of the