2000 Nissan Pathfinder Owners Manual

in (mm)

in (mm)

in (mm)

lb (kg)

lb (kg) lb (kg)

182.7 (4,640) 69.7 (1,770) 71.7 (1,820)*2
68.1 (1,730) 67.9 (1,725)*2
58.3 (1,480) 60.6 (1,540)*2
58.5 (1,485) 60.8 (1,545)*2
106.3 (2,700) See the “F.M.V.S.S. certification label” on the driver’s side lock pillar.

*1: On spare tire carrier equipped models, the spare tire carrier adds 9.45 in (240

mm) to the overall length.

*2: SE and LE wide models

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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 can be operated with unleaded gasoline. Therefore, avoid taking your ve- hicle 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.

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION

STI0095

STI0089

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)

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STI0094

STI0096

STI0097

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

F.M.V.S.S. CERTIFICATION LABEL The Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (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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STI0098

STI0092

TIRE PLACARD The cold tire pressure is shown on the tire placard.

AIR CONDITIONER SPECIFICATION LABEL The air conditioner specification label tached as shown.

is at-

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.

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

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.

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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 FMVSS Certifi- cation 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 and cause personal injury.

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TOWING A TRAILER

CA0009

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.

WARNING

Vehicle damage and/or personal injury resulting from improper towing proce- dures is not covered by NISSAN warran- ties. A NISSAN Trailer Towing Guide (U.S. only) containing information on trailer towing ability and the special equipment required may be obtained from an authorized NISSAN dealer.

Tongue load Keep the tongue load between 9 to 11% of the total trailer 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.

MAXIMUM LOAD LIMITS Maximum trailer loads Never allow the total trailer load to exceed the value specified in the following Towing Load/Specification Chart. The total trailer load equals trailer weight plus its cargo weight. I When towing a trailer load of 1,000 lb (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 Speci- fication Chart. The GCWR equals the combined weight of the towing vehicle (including passengers and cargo) plus the total trailer load. Towing loads greater than these or using improper towing equipment could adversely affect vehicle han- dling, 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).

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TOWING LOAD/SPECIFICATION CHART

TOWING LOAD/SPECIFICATION CHART

Unit: lb (kg)

MODEL

PATHFINDER VG33E (6-Cyl.)

WEIGHT

MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT*1
MAXIMUM TONGUE LOAD GROSS COMBINED WEIGHT RATING RECOMMENDED EQUIP- MENT*2

M/T

3,500 (1,588)

350 (159)

8,000 (3,628)

A/T

5,000 (2,268)

500 (227)

9,500 (4,308)

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.

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CA0036

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. cer- tification label. The gross vehicle weight equals the combined weight of the unloaded vehicle, passengers, 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.

luggage, hitch,

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TOWING SAFETY Trailer hitch Check the towing capacity of your receiver type frame mounted hitch. Choose a proper hitch for your vehicle and trailer. A genuine NISSAN trailer hitch is available from your NISSAN dealer (Canada only). Make sure the trailer hitch is securely attached to the vehicle, to help avoid personal injury or property dam- age due to sway caused by crosswinds, rough road surfaces or passing trucks.

CAUTION

I Special hitches which include frame reinforcements are required for tow- ing above 2,000 lb (907 kg). Suitable Genuine NISSAN hitches for pickup truck and sport utility vehicles are available at an authorized NISSAN dealer.

I Do not use axle-mounted hitches. I Do not modify the vehicle exhaust system, brake system, etc. to install a trailer hitch.

I 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 all hitch mounting

bolts are securely mounted.

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

Tire pressures I When towing a trailer, inflate the vehicle tires to the recommended cold tire pressure indicated on the tire placard (affixed to the glove box 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 chains Always use a suitable chain between your

lights should comply with Federal

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 and/or local regulations. When wiring vehicle for towing connection, connect stop and tail light pickup into the vehicle electrical circuit at point between the sensor and stop light switch 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.

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WARNING

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

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However, for long steep grades, do not stay in 1st or 2nd gear when driving above 35 MPH (56 km/h). 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.

When towing a trailer, change oil in the transmission more frequently. See the Maintenance Schedule.

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY Your NISSAN is covered by the following emission warranties. For US: 1) Emission Defects Warranty 2) 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 and Maintenance Log Booklet which comes with your NISSAN. If you did not re- ceive a Warranty Information and Mainte- nance Log Booklet or it becomes lost, you may obtain a replacement by writing. I Nissan North America, Inc. Consumer Af- fairs Department P.O. Box 191 Gardena. CA 90248-0191

I Nissan Canada Inc. 5290 Orbitor Drive

Mississauga, Ontario, L4W 4Z5

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

speed.

I Always block the wheels on both vehicle and trailer when parking. Parking on a 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 position. If you move the selector lever to the P position before 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.

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You may notify NISSAN by contact- ing our Consumer Affairs Depart- ment, toll-free, at 1-800-NISSAN-1. In Hawaii call (808) 836-0888.

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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 Na- tional Highway Traffic Safety Ad- ministration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying NISSAN. If NHTSA receives similar com- plaints, it may open an investiga- tion, and if finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA can- not 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 Washington, D.C. area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Trans- portation, Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other informa- tion about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.

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 pat- terns. 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.

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).

2. Accelerate the vehicle to 55 MPH (88
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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 through 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 and turn the engine off. 9. 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. If you cannot or do not want to perform the driving pattern, a NISSAN dealer can conduct it for you.

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legal

Dynamometer testing for Inspection/ Maintenance (I/M) test (US only) Due some states/areas, your vehicle may be tested for emissions on a dynamometer. The transfer control lever (if so equipped) MUST be in the 2H position for I/M testing on a two wheel dynamometer.

requirements

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WARNING

I If the transfer control lever is not in the 2H position during the dynamom- eter I/M testing, the vehicle could come off the dynamometer and cause serious personal injury and/or body damage to the vehicle.

I Serious damage will occur to the 4WD system if the transfer control lever is not in the 2H position.

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NISSAN representative will assist you. Also available are Genuine NISSAN Service and Owner’s Manuals for older Nissan models.

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 your Nissan dealership. Also avail- able are Genuine NISSAN Owner’s Manuals.

For current pricing and availability of a Genu- ine NISSAN Service Manual or Genuine NISSAN Owner’s Manual, contact:

In the US: See your NISSAN dealer or contact: Dyment Distribution Services 20770 Westwood Dr. Strongsville OH 44136

In a hurry? Call 1-800-247-5321 and charge your purchase to Visa/Master Card. 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 Satisfaction Center at 1-800-387-0122 and a bilingual

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11 Index

ABS (Anti-lock brake system)......................... 5-26
Air bag system (See supplemental restraint system) ........................................................... 1-16
Air bag system, Side (See supplemental side air bag system) .................................................... 1-18
Air bag warning labels .................................... 1-20
Air bag warning light.............................. 1-21, 2-11
Air cleaner housing filter................................. 8-17
Air conditioner

Air conditioner operation...................... 4-3, 4-9
Air conditioner service ................ 4-3, 4-9, 4-11
Air conditioner specification label .......................................... 4-3, 4-9, 10-13
Air conditioner system refrigerant and lubrication recommendations ............... 4-3, 4-9
Heater and air conditioner (automatic) (if so equipped)..................................................... 4-9
Heater and air conditioner controls............. 4-3
Servicing air conditioner.............................. 4-3

Air conditioning system refrigerant and lubricant recommendations ........................................... 10-8
Air flow charts............................................ 4-6, 4-9
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

Anchor point locations

Top tether strap......................................... 1-41

Antenna

Manual....................................................... 4-25
Power ........................................................ 4-25
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)........................ 5-26
Anti-lock brake warning light............................. 2-9
Appearance care

Exterior appearance care............................ 7-2
Interior appearance care ............................. 7-3
Armrest ............................................................. 1-9
Ashtray (See cigarette lighter ashtray) ........... 2-23
ATP warning light ........................................... 2-10
Audio system .................................................. 4-12
Automatic

Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ........... 8-10
Driving with automatic transmission.......... 5-10
Sunroof ...................................................... 2-33
Transmission park warning light ............... 2-10
Transmission selector lever lock release.. 5-13
Avoiding collision and rollover .......................... 5-4

Battery............................................................. 8-14
Battery saver system................................. 2-18

Battery replacement, (See multi-remote control system) ............................................................. 3-8

Before starting the engine ................................ 5-9
Belts (See drive belts) .................................... 8-15
Brake

Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ................... 5-26
Brake and clutch fluid................................ 8-12
Brake booster ............................................ 8-20
Brake fluid ................................................. 8-12
Brake pedal ............................................... 8-19
Brake pedal check..................................... 8-19
Parking brake check ........................ 5-16, 8-19
Parking brake operation ............................ 5-16
System....................................................... 5-26
Warning light ............................................. 2-10
Break-in schedule ........................................... 5-19
Bulb check/instrument panel ............................ 2-9
Bulb replacement............................................ 8-24

Capacities and recommended fuel/ lubricants......................................................... 10-2
Car phone ....................................................... 4-26
Cargo (See vehicle loading information) ........ 2-30
Cargo net ........................................................ 2-30
Cassette player (See audio system) .............. 4-16
Cassette tape operation ................................. 4-12
Catalytic converter, Three way catalyst............ 5-3
CB radio or car phone .................................... 4-26

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Child restraints................................................ 1-31
Installation on front passenger seat.......... 1-42
Installation on rear seat outboard positions .................................................... 1-35
Installation on rear seat center position.... 1-33
Precautions on child restraints.................. 1-31
Top tether strap anchor point locations .... 1-41
With top tether strap.................................. 1-40
Child safety ..................................................... 1-24
Child safety rear door lock................................ 3-4
Chimes............................................................ 2-13
Cigarette lighter (accessory) and ashtray....... 2-23
Circuit breaker, Fusible link ............................ 8-21
Cleaning exterior and interior .................... 7-2, 7-3
Clutch

Clutch pedal .............................................. 8-21
Fluid........................................................... 8-12
Clutch housing drain ( only) .................. 8-34
Cold weather driving....................................... 5-28
Compact Disc (CD) player (See audio system) ........................................................... 4-23
Compact disc (CD) player operation .............. 4-12
Compass display .............................................. 2-7
Console box.................................................... 2-27
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 air conditioner controls (automatic)................................................... 4-9

Coolant

Capacities and recommended fuel/ lubricants ................................................... 10-2

11-2

Changing engine coolant ............................ 8-6
Checking engine coolant level .................... 8-5
Corrosion protection ......................................... 7-4
Cruise control.................................................. 5-17
Cup holders .................................................... 2-25

Daytime running light system ......................... 2-19
Defogger switch, Glass hatch and outside mirror defogger switch............................................... 2-17
Dimensions and weights............................... 10-10
Door open warning light ................................. 2-11
Drive belts....................................................... 8-15
Driving

Cold weather driving ................................. 5-28
Driving with automatic transmission.......... 5-10
Driving with manual transmission ............. 5-14
On-pavement and offroad driving ............... 5-3
Precautions when starting and driving........ 5-2
Safety precautions....................................... 5-4

Economy, Fuel................................................ 5-20
Emission control information label................ 10-12
Emission control system warranty ................ 10-18
Engine

Before starting the engine........................... 5-9
Block heater .............................................. 5-29
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 ........................ 2-4
Engine compartment check locations ......... 8-4
Engine cooling system ................................ 8-5
Engine oil..................................................... 8-7
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation... 10-6
Engine oil viscosity.................................... 10-6
Engine serial number .............................. 10-12
Engine specifications................................. 10-9
If your engine overheats ........................... 6-11
Starting the engine ...................................... 5-9
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide)...................... 5-2

F.M.V.S.S. certification label......................... 10-12
Filter, Air cleaner housing filter....................... 8-17
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch)............................................................. 2-21
Flat tire.............................................................. 6-2
Floor mat cleaning ............................................ 7-4
Fluid

Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ........... 8-10
Brake and clutch fluid................................ 8-12
Brake fluid ................................................. 8-12
Capacities and recommended fuel/ lubricants ................................................... 10-2
Engine coolant............................................. 8-5
Engine oil..................................................... 8-7

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Power steering fluid................................... 8-12
Window washer fluid ................................. 8-13
Fog light switch............................................... 2-20
Four wheel drive (4WD).................................. 5-20
Front fog light switch ...................................... 2-20
Front manual seat adjustment.......................... 1-2
Fuel

Capacities and recommended fuel/ lubricants ................................................... 10-2
Filler cap.................................................... 3-12
Filler lid ...................................................... 3-12
Filler lid and cap........................................ 3-12
Filler lid opener lever................................. 3-12
Fuel economy............................................ 5-20
Fuel octane rating ..................................... 10-4
Fuel recommendation................................ 10-4
Gauge.......................................................... 2-5
Fuses .............................................................. 8-21
Fusible links .................................................... 8-21

Garage door opener, Integrated HomeLink Universal Transceiver ..................................... 2-36
Gas cap .......................................................... 3-12
Gauge ............................................................... 2-3
Engine coolant temperature gauge............. 2-4
Fuel gauge .................................................. 2-5
Odometer..................................................... 2-3
Speedometer ............................................... 2-3
Tachometer ................................................. 2-4
General maintenance ....................................... 9-2

Glass hatch and outside mirror defogger switch .............................................................. 2-17
Glass hatch lock ............................................. 3-11
Glass hatch opener ........................................ 3-11
Glasses case .................................................. 2-24
Glove box........................................................ 2-26
Glove box lock ................................................ 2-26

Hazard warning flasher switch........................ 2-21
Head restraints ................................................. 1-9
Headlamps, (Bulb replacement) ..................... 8-25
Headlights

(Bulb replacement) .................................... 8-25
Headlight switch ........................................ 2-17
Heated seats................................................... 2-22
Heater

Engine coolant heater ............................... 5-29
Heater and air conditioner (automatic) (if so equipped)..................................................... 4-9
Heater and air conditioner controls............. 4-3
Heater operation.......................................... 4-3
HomeLink Universal Transceiver.................. 2-36
Hood, release ................................................... 3-9
Hook, Luggage hook ...................................... 2-28
Horn ................................................................ 2-21
How to stop alarm, Theft warning .................. 2-15

Ignition switch ................................................... 5-6

Automatic transmission models .................. 5-6
Key positions .................................................... Manual transmission models....................... 5-7
Immobilizer system ......................................... 2-15
Indicator lights and chimes (See warning/ indicator lights and chimes)............................ 2-12
Inside mirror.................................................... 3-14
Inspection/maintenance (I/M) test................. 10-19
Instrument panel ............................................... 2-2
Integrated HomeLink Universal Transceiver ..................................................... 2-36
Interior lights ................................................... 2-34

Jump starting .................................................... 6-9

Keyless entry, (See multi-remote control system) ............................................................. 3-5
Keys .................................................................. 3-2

Label, Air conditioner specification label ...... 10-13
Label, Emission control information label..... 10-12
Label, F.M.V.S.S. certification label.............. 10-12
Labels

Air bag warning labels............................... 1-20
Air conditioner specification label ........ 4-3, 4-9
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Engine serial number .............................. 10-12
Vehicle identification number (VIN)......... 10-11

Light

Air bag warning light ................................. 1-21
Bulb replacement ...................................... 8-24
Fog light switch ......................................... 2-20
Headlamps (Bulb replacement)................. 8-25
Headlight switch ........................................ 2-17
Headlights (Bulb replacement).................. 8-25
Interior lights.............................................. 2-34
Map lights .................................................. 2-34
Personal lights........................................... 2-35
Replacement ............................................. 8-24
Spot lights.................................................. 2-34
Vanity mirror light ...................................... 2-36
Warning/indicator lights and chimes................................................ 2-9, 2-12

Loading information (See vehicle loading information) ................................................... 10-13
Lock

Door locks ................................................... 3-2
Glass hatch lock........................................ 3-11
Glove box lock........................................... 2-26
Power door lock .......................................... 3-2
Rear door lock............................................. 3-9
Rear door opener ........................................ 3-9
Luggage hooks ............................................... 2-28
Luggage rack .................................................. 2-31

Maintenance

Battery ....................................................... 8-14

11-4

Explanation of maintenance items ............ 9-10
General maintenance .................................. 9-2
Inside the vehicle ........................................ 9-2
Maintenance precautions ............................ 8-2
Outside the vehicle...................................... 9-2
Periodic maintenance schedules ................ 9-5
Seat belt maintenance .............................. 1-31
Under the hood and vehicle........................ 9-4
Manual front seat adjustment ........................... 1-2
Map lights ....................................................... 2-34
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.............................. 3-5

Net, Cargo net ................................................ 2-30
New vehicle break-in ...................................... 5-19
Nissan vehicle Immobilizer System ................ 2-14
Nissan vehicle immobilizer system engine start ................................................................... 5-8

Odometer .......................................................... 2-3
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.................................... 10-6
Outside mirror ................................................. 3-15
Outside mirror control ..................................... 3-15
Outside mirrors ............................................... 3-15
Outside temperature display............................. 2-6
Overdrive switch ............................................. 5-13
Overheat, If your vehicle overheats................ 6-11

Parking

Brake check............................................... 8-19
Parking brake check.................................. 5-16
Parking brake operation ............................ 5-16
Parking on hills.......................................... 5-16
Parking/parking on hills .................................. 5-24
Periodic maintenance schedules...................... 9-5
Personal lights ................................................ 2-35
Power

Power door lock .......................................... 3-2
Power outlet .............................................. 2-23
Power steering fluid................................... 8-12
Power steering system.............................. 5-25
Power windows ......................................... 2-32
Pre-tensioner seat belt system....................... 1-19
Precautions

Braking precautions................................... 5-26
Cruise control operations .......................... 5-19
Cruise control precautions ........................ 5-17

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Driving safety............................................... 5-4
Maintenance precautions..................... 8-2, 9-2
On child restraints ..................................... 1-31
On seat belt usage.................................... 1-23
On supplemental restraint system ............ 1-10
On-pavement and offroad driving precautions .................................................. 5-3
Precautions when starting and driving........ 5-2
Push starting................................................... 6-11

Rack, Luggage rack........................................ 2-31
Radio, CB radio or car phone......................... 4-26
Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M) test (USA only) .................................................... 10-19
Rear door.......................................................... 3-9
Rear door lock .................................................. 3-9
Child safety rear door lock .......................... 3-4
Rear door opener ............................................. 3-9
Rear power point ............................................ 2-23
Rear seat adjustment ....................................... 1-6
Rear window wiper and washer switch .......... 2-16
Registering your vehicle in another country .......................................................... 10-11
Remote keyless entry, (See multi-remote control system) ............................................................. 3-5
Reporting safety defects (USA only) ............ 10-19
Rollover............................................................. 5-4

Safety

Child seat belts.......................................... 1-24
Reporting safety defects (USA only)....... 10-19
Towing safety .......................................... 10-17

Seat

Belt extenders ........................................... 1-30
Belt hook ................................................... 1-28
Belt maintenance....................................... 1-31
Belt warning light....................................... 1-22
Belt warning light and chime..................... 2-11

Seat adjustment

Front manual seat adjustment .................... 1-2
Rear seat adjustment .................................. 1-6

Seat belt(s)

Child safety................................................ 1-24
Infants and small children ......................... 1-24
Injured persons.......................................... 1-25
Larger children .......................................... 1-25
Pre-tensioner seat belt system ................. 1-19
Precautions on seat belt usage ................ 1-23
Pregnant women ....................................... 1-25
Seat belt cleaning........................................ 7-4
Seat belts .................................................. 1-22
Three-point type with retractor .................. 1-25
Two-point type without retractor (rear center lap belt)...................................................... 1-29
Seat(s), Seats ................................................... 1-2
Seats, Heated seats ....................................... 2-22
Security system (Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System), Engine start ..................................... 2-15
Security systems (See theft warning)............. 2-14
Servicing air conditioner................... 4-3, 4-9, 4-11

Shift lock release ............................................ 5-13
Shifting

Automatic transmission ............................. 5-10
Manual transmission ................................. 5-14

Shoulder belt height adjustment, For front seats ............................................................... 1-28
Side air bag system (See supplemental side air bag system) .................................................... 1-18
Spare tire carrier............................................. 3-10
Spark plugs..................................................... 8-16
Speedometer .................................................... 2-3
Spot lights ....................................................... 2-34
Starting

Before starting the engine........................... 5-9
Jump starting............................................... 6-9
Precautions when starting and driving........ 5-2
Push starting ............................................. 6-11
Starting the engine ...................................... 5-9

Steering

Power steering fluid................................... 8-12
Power steering system.............................. 5-25
Tilting steering wheel ................................ 3-13
Storage ........................................................... 2-24
Sun shade....................................................... 2-34
Sun visors ....................................................... 3-14
Sunroof, Automatic sunroof ............................ 2-33
Supplemental front air bag system................. 1-16
Supplemental air bag warning labels ............. 1-20
Supplemental air bag warning light....... 1-21, 2-11
Supplemental restraint system ....................... 1-10

Precautions on supplemental restraint system ....................................................... 1-10
Supplemental side air bag system ................. 1-18

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Switch

Fog light switch ......................................... 2-20
Glass hatch and outside mirror defogger switch......................................................... 2-17
Hazard warning flasher switch .................. 2-21
Headlight switch ........................................ 2-17
Ignition switch.............................................. 5-6
Ignition switch automatic transmission models ......................................................... 5-6
Ignition switch manual transmission models ......................................................... 5-7
Overdrive switch........................................ 5-13
Power door lock switch ............................... 3-4
Turn signal switch ..................................... 2-20

Tachometer....................................................... 2-4
Temperature display ......................................... 2-6
Temperature gauge, Engine coolant temperature gauge ................................................................ 2-4
Theft (Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System), Engine start..................................................... 2-15
Theft warning .................................................. 2-14
Three way catalyst............................................ 5-3
Tilting steering wheel...................................... 3-13
Tire, Flat tire ..................................................... 6-2
Tires

Tire chains................................................. 8-30
Tire placard ............................................. 10-13
Tire pressure ............................................. 8-28
Tire rotation ............................................... 8-30
Type of tires .............................................. 8-29

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wheel/tire size.......................................... 10-10
Wheels and tires ....................................... 8-28
Tonneau cover................................................ 2-30
Top tether strap child restraints...................... 1-40
Towing

Tow truck towing ....................................... 6-12
Towing a trailer........................................ 10-15
Towing load/specification chart ............... 10-15
Towing safety .......................................... 10-17
Trailer towing ................................................ 10-15
Transceiver, Integrated HomeLink Universal Transceiver ..................................................... 2-36
Transfer case shifting procedures .................. 5-22
Transmission

Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ........... 8-10
Driving with automatic transmission.......... 5-10
Driving with manual transmission ............. 5-14
Transmission selector lever lock release.. 5-13

Transmitter (See multi-remote control system) ............................................................. 3-5
Traveling or registering your vehicle in another country .......................................................... 10-11
Turn signal switch........................................... 2-20

Underbody cleaning.......................................... 7-3

Vanity mirror light............................................ 2-36

Vehicle

Dimensions and weights ......................... 10-10
Identification number (VIN) ..................... 10-11
Loading information................................. 10-13
Vehicle recovery, (freeing a stuck vehicle)..... 6-15
Ventilators ......................................................... 4-2

Warning

Hazard warning flasher switch .................. 2-21
Theft warning............................................. 2-14
Warning labels, Air bag warning labels .......... 1-20
Warning light

Air bag warning light ........................ 1-21, 2-11
Automatic transmission park warning light .............................................................. 2-1
Brake warning light.................................... 2-10
Door open.................................................. 2-11
Seat belt warning light and chime............. 2-11
Warning/indicator lights and chimes................. 2-9
Warranty, Emission control system warranty ........................................................ 10-18
Washer switch, Rear window wiper and washer switch .............................................................. 2-16
Washing ............................................................ 7-2
Waxing .............................................................. 7-2
Weights (See dimensions and weights) ....... 10-10
Wheel/tire size .............................................. 10-10
Wheels and tires............................................. 8-28
Cleaning aluminum alloy wheels................. 7-3
Window washer fluid....................................... 8-13

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Window(s)

Cleaning ...................................................... 7-3
Power windows ......................................... 2-32
Windshield wiper and washer switch.............. 2-16
Wiper

Blades........................................................ 8-18
Rear window wiper and washer switch..... 2-16

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“Capacities

See recommended fuel/lubricants” in the “10. Technical and con- sumer information” section for engine oil and oil filter recommendation. COLD TIRE PRESSURES: See the tire placard affixed to the glove box. 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. Failure to follow these rec- ommendations may result in vehicle damage or shortened engine life.

GAS STATION INFORMATION

FUEL RECOMMENDATION: Your vehicle is designed to operate on un- leaded gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) number (Re- search octane number 91).

CAUTION

Using a fuel other than that specified could adversely affect the emission con- trol devices and systems, and could also affect the warranty 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 I & II

or API grade SJ, Energy Conserving.

I ILSAC grade GF-I & GF-II. I SAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred for all

ambient temperatures.

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Engine oil 8-7

Engine coolant 8-5

Power steering fluid 8-12

Brake fluid 8-12

Clutch fluid 8-13

Meters and gauges 2-3

Hood release 3-9
Seat belt 1-22

Door lock 3-2

Rear door lock 3-9

Fuel 3-12, 10-2

Spare tire 6-3

Window washer fluid 8-13

Battery 8-14

Automatic transmission fluid 8-10

Air conditioner 4-3
Audio system 4-12

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