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partment.

c Regularly check that all hitch mounting

bolts are securely mounted.

Tire pressures c When towing a trailer, inflate the vehicle tires to the recommended cold tire pres- sure indicated on the tire placard (located on the inside of the glove box lid).

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

Safety chain Always use a suitable chain between your vehicle and the trailer. The chain should be crossed and should be attached to the hitch, not to the vehicle bumper or axle. Be sure to leave enough slack in the chain to permit turning corners. Trailer lights Trailer lights should comply with Federal and/or local regulations. When wiring the

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To use the tow harness: 1) Remove the connector cap from the vehicle harness, located behind the rear bumper. Store the connector cap in ve- hicle glove box for reinstallation.

2) Connect the tow harness to the vehicle harness located behind the rear bumper. the tow harness connector

3) Connect

(SAE J1239) to your trailer.

4) Confirm proper

vehicle and trailer

stop/turn lamp operation.

5) When towing is completed, disconnect the tow harness from the trailer and the vehicle. Store the tow harness in the glove box. Reinstall the connector cap to the vehicle harness.

If you need further assistance in wiring a trailer to your NISSAN, contact your NISSAN dealer. Always confirm proper vehicle and trailer stop/turn lamp operation every time the trailer light circuits are con- nected for use.

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Trailer Tow Harness and Module (If so equipped) The trailer tow module on your vehicle al- lows turn/stop lamp control of a trailer being towed by your NISSAN.

The trailer tow module includes: c trailer tow module which draws power

from the vehicle stop lamp fuse

c one subharness containing a SAE J1239

specified connector

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Trailer brakes If your trailer is equipped with a braking system, make sure it conforms to Federal and/or local regulations and it is properly installed.

CAUTION

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

Pre-towing tips c 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 condition; check for improper tongue load, overload, worn suspension or other possible causes of either condi- tion.

c Always secure items in the trailer to

prevent load shifts while driving.

c Be certain your rear view 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 prac- tice turning, stopping and backing up in an area which is free from traffic. Steering, stability, and braking performance are somewhat different than under normal driv- ing conditions. c Always secure items in the trailer to

prevent load shift while driving.

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

speed.

c 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 transmission gearshift lever into the P (Park) position. If you move the shift lever to the P (Park) position before blocking the wheels and applying the parking brake, transmission damage could occur.

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 en- gine overloading and/or overheating.

c If

the engine coolant rises to an ex- tremely high temperature when the air conditioning system is on, turn the air conditioner off. Coolant heat can be ad- ditionally vented by opening the win- dows, switching the fan control dial to high and setting the temperature control dial to the WARM position.

c Trailer towing requires more fuel

than

normal circumstances.

c Avoid towing a trailer for the first 500

miles (800 km) of the vehicle’s life.

c Have your vehicle serviced more often than at intervals specified in the recom- mended Maintenance Schedule.

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

c When going down a hill, shift into a lower

c Crosswinds and rough roads adversely

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affect vehicle/trailer handling, possibly causing vehicle sway. When being passed by larger vehicles, be prepared for possible changes in crosswinds that could affect vehicle handling. If swaying does occur, firmly grip the steering wheel, steer straight ahead, and immedi- ately (but gradually) reduce vehicle speed. This combination helps to stabi- lize the vehicle. Never increase speed.

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

c To maintain engine braking efficiency and electrical charging performance, do not use overdrive.

c Avoid holding the brake pedal down too long or too frequently. This could cause the brakes to overheat, resulting in re- duced braking efficiency.

When towing a trailer, change fluid in the transmission more frequently. See the Maintenance schedule.

UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING

Department of Transportation (DOT) Qual- ity Grades: All passenger car tires must conform to Federal Safety Requirements in addition to these grades. Treadwear Treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on tire wear rate when tested under controlled conditions on specified govern- ment test courses. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1-1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. However, relative tire performance depends on actual driving conditions, and may vary signifi- cantly from the norm, due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differ- ences in road characteristics and climate. Traction A, B and C Traction grades are A (the highest), B and C. They represent a tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under con- trolled conditions, on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked with a C may have poor traction performance.

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WARNING

The traction grade assigned to your vehicle tires is based on straight line braking traction tests and does not include cornering (turning) traction.

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

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WARNING

The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, under inflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combi- nation, can cause heat build-up and possible tire failure problems.

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (USA)

Your NISSAN is covered by the following emission warranties: For USA 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 war- ranty information booklet that comes with your NISSAN. If you did not receive a warranty booklet, or it has become lost, you may obtain a replacement by writing to: c Nissan Motor Corporation, in USA

Consumer Affairs Department P.O. Box 191
Gardena, CA 90247
c Nissan Canada Inc.

P.O. Box 1709
Station ‘‘B’’ Mississauga, Ontario, L4Y 4H6

remedy

If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National High- way Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying NIS- SAN. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in in- dividual 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 the Washington, D.C. area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transpor- tation, Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline. You may notify NISSAN by contacting our Consumer Affairs Department, toll-free, at 1-800-NISSAN-1
In Hawaii call (808) 531-0231.

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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 NIS- SAN Owner’s Manual, contact: In the USA: 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 NIS- SAN representative will assist you. Also available are Genuine NISSAN Service and Owner’s Manuals for older Nissan models.

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10 Index

After an accident........................................ 5-10
Air bag (See supplemental restraint system) Air bag warning light.................................. 2-45
Air cleaner housing filter............................ 7-13
Air conditioner

Air conditioner operation ........................ 3-5
Air conditioner service ............................ 3-6
Air conditioner specification label......... 9-11
Air conditioning system refrigerant and lubricant recommendations .................... 9-6
Air flow charts......................................... 3-7
Heater and air conditioner (automatic) (If so equipped) .................................... 3-11
Heater and air conditioner (manual)....... 3-3
Rear seat heater and air conditioner ... 3-14
Air conditioning system refrigerant and lubricant recommendations ........................................ 9-6
Anchor point location ................................. 2-66
Antenna

Manual .................................................. 3-21
Power.................................................... 3-21
Anti-lock brake system .............................. 4-13
Armrests..................................................... 2-29
Ashtray (See cigarette lighter and ashtray) Audio system

AM-FM radio with cassette player........ 3-15

Compact disc (CD) player .................... 3-22
Autolamp switch......................................... 1-13
Automatic

Automatic transmission fluid................... 7-8
Driving with an automatic transmission.. 4-5

Battery........................................................ 7-11
Before starting the engine ........................... 4-5
Brake

Anti-lock brake system ......................... 4-13
Brake booster ....................................... 7-17
Brake fluid ..................................... 7-10, 9-2
Brake pedal .......................................... 7-16
Brake wear indicators ................... 1-9, 7-16
Parking brake check............................. 7-16
Parking brake operation ......................... 4-8
Self-adjusting brakes ............................ 7-16
Break-in schedule ...................................... 4-11
Bulb check/instrument panel ....................... 1-6
Bulb replacement....................................... 7-21

Capacities and recommended fuel/ lubricants...................................................... 9-2
Cargo net ................................................... 2-13

Cassette player (See audio system) CB radio or car phone ............................... 3-26
Child restraints for infants and small children............................................. 2-58
Child restraint with top tether strap ........... 2-62
Child safety sliding door lock....................... 2-4
Cigarette lighter and ashtray ..................... 1-17
Cleaning exterior and interior ...................... 6-2
Clock .......................................................... 1-22
Coin tray .................................................... 1-18
Cold weather driving cautions ................... 4-15
Compact disc (CD) player ......................... 3-22
Controls

Audio controls (rear)............................. 3-25
Heater and air conditioner controls ........ 3-3
Rear seat heater and air conditioner controls ................................................. 3-14

Coolant

Capacities and recommended fuel/ lubricants ................................................ 9-2
Changing engine coolant........................ 7-5
Checking engine coolant level ............... 7-4
Engine coolant temperature gauge ........ 1-4
Cornering light ........................................... 1-16
Corrosion protection .................................... 6-4
Cruise control............................................... 4-9
Cup holder ................................................. 2-31

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Daytime running light system (Canada only) ........................................................... 1-13
Defogger switch

Rear window defogger switch .............. 1-12
Dimensions and weights.............................. 9-8
Door locks.................................................... 2-2
Drive belts.................................................. 7-12
Driving

Cold weather driving cautions .............. 4-15
Driving with an automatic transmission.. 4-5
Precautions when driving ..................... 4-13
Precautions when starting and driving ... 4-2

Economy - fuel........................................... 4-11
Emission control information label............. 9-10
Emission control system warranty............. 9-19
Engine.......................................................... 9-7
Before starting the engine ...................... 4-5
Capacities and recommended fuel/ lubricants ................................................ 9-2
Changing engine coolant........................ 7-5
Changing engine oil................................ 7-6
Changing engine oil filter........................ 7-7
Checking engine coolant level ............... 7-4
Checking engine oil level ....................... 7-5
Engine compartment check locations .... 7-3
Engine coolant temperature gauge ........ 1-4
Engine cooling system ........................... 7-4

Engine oil................................................ 7-5
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation... 9-4
Engine oil viscosity ................................. 9-5
Engine serial number ............................. 9-9
Starting the engine ................................. 4-8
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide)................. 4-2

Five passenger seating ............................. 2-18
Five passenger seating with cargo room .. 2-18
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch) Flat tire......................................................... 5-2
Flexible seating.......................................... 2-33
Floor mat positioning ................................. 2-17
Floor mat positioning pins ......................... 2-20
Fluid (checking)

Automatic transmission fluid................... 7-8
Brake fluid............................................. 7-10
Capacities and recommended fuel/ lubricants ................................................ 9-2
Engine coolant........................................ 7-4
Engine oil................................................ 7-5
Power steering fluid................................ 7-9
Window washer fluid ............................ 7-10
F.M.V.S.S. certification label ..................... 9-10
Fuel

Capacities and recommended fuel/ lubricants ................................................ 9-2
Fuel economy ....................................... 4-11
Fuel filler lid and cap ............................ 2-15
Fuel gauge.............................................. 1-5

10-2

Fuel recommendation............................. 9-2
Fuses ......................................................... 7-17
Fusible links ............................................... 7-18

Gas station information............................ 10-10
Gauge

Engine coolant temperature gauge ........ 1-4
Fuel gauge.............................................. 1-5
Odometer................................................ 1-4
Speedometer .......................................... 1-4
Tachometer............................................. 1-4
Trip odometer ......................................... 1-4

Gear selection (See shifting) General maintenance .................................. 8-2

Hazard warning flasher switch .................. 1-16
Head restraints .......................................... 2-29
Headlight control switch............................. 1-12
Headlights .................................................. 7-19
Heater

Heater and air conditioner controls ..... 3-11
Rear seat heater and air conditioner ... 3-14
Hood release ............................................. 2-10

If your vehicle overheats ............................. 5-9

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Ignition switch .............................................. 4-4
Increasing fuel economy............................ 4-11
Indicator lights and chimes (See warning/ indicator lights and chimes) Inertia fuel shut-off switch.......................... 5-10
Inside mirror............................................... 2-76
Installing the license plate ......................... 9-11
Instrument brightness control .................... 1-16
Interior lights .............................................. 1-23

Light

Air bag warning light............................. 2-45
Bulb check/instrument panel .................. 1-6
Bulb replacement.................................. 7-20
Cornering light ...................................... 1-16
Headlight control switch ....................... 1-12
Headlights............................................. 7-19
Interior lights ......................................... 1-23
Light bulbs ............................................ 7-19
Luggage compartment lights ................ 1-23
Spotlights .............................................. 1-15
Warning/indicator lights and chimes ...... 1-6

Jump starting...................................... 5-7, 7-11

Lock

Key............................................................... 2-2
Keyless entry (See multi-remote control system)

Labels

Air conditioner specification label......... 9-11
Emission control information label........ 9-10
Engine serial number ............................. 9-9
F.M.V.S.S. certification label ................ 9-10
Vehicle identification number plate ........ 9-9
Warning labels (for SRS) ..................... 2-45

License plate

Installing the license plate .................... 9-11

Child safety sliding door lock ................. 2-4
Door locks............................................... 2-2
Fuel filler lid and cap ............................ 2-15
Power door lock...................................... 2-5
Rear door lock ...................................... 2-11
Luggage compartment lights ..................... 1-23
Luggage rack ............................................. 2-14

Maintenance

General maintenance ............................. 8-2
Inside the vehicle.................................... 8-3
Maintenance precautions ....................... 7-2
Outside the vehicle................................. 8-2
Periodic maintenance schedules............ 8-5
Seat belt maintenance.......................... 2-57
Under the hood and vehicle ................... 8-4
Manual front seat adjustment .................... 2-26

10-3

Manual rear windows................................. 1-21
Mirror

Inside mirror.......................................... 2-76
Outside mirror control........................... 2-75
Outside mirrors ..................................... 2-76
Vanity mirror ......................................... 2-76
Multi-remote control system ........................ 2-7

Odometer ..................................................... 1-4
Oil

Capacities and recommended fuel/ lubricants ................................................ 9-2
Changing engine oil................................ 7-6
Changing engine oil filter........................ 7-7
Checking engine oil level ....................... 7-5
Engine oil................................................ 7-5
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation... 9-4
Outside mirror control ................................ 2-75
Outside mirrors .......................................... 2-76
Overdrive switch .......................................... 4-7
Overheat

If your vehicle overheats ........................ 5-9
Owner’s manual order form....................... 9-20

Parking

Parking brake check............................. 7-16
Parking brake operation ......................... 4-8
Parking/parking on hills ........................ 4-12

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Periodic maintenance schedules................. 8-5
Personal reading light................................ 1-23
Power

Remote keyless entry (See multi-remote control system) Reporting safety defects (USA)................. 9-19

Power antenna ..................................... 3-21
Power door lock...................................... 2-5
Power rear windows ............................. 1-21
Power steering fluid ........................ 7-9, 9-2
Power support front seat ...................... 2-27
Power window ...................................... 1-19

Precautions

Maintenance precautions ....................... 7-2
Precautions on seat belt usage............ 2-47
Precautions when driving ..................... 4-13
Precautions when starting and driving ... 4-2

Quick reference (See gas station information)

Radio.......................................................... 3-15
AM-FM radio with cassette player........ 3-15
CB radio or car phone.......................... 3-26
Rear door lock ........................................... 2-11
Rear power point ....................................... 1-18
Rear seat heater and air conditioner......... 3-14
Rear window defogger switch ................... 1-12
Rear window wiper and washer switches . 1-11
Refrigerant recommendation ....................... 9-6
Registering your vehicle in another country. 9-9

Safety

Child safety sliding door lock ................. 2-4
Reporting safety defects (USA)............ 9-19

Seats

Five passenger seating ........................ 2-18
Five passenger seating with cargo room...................................................... 2-18
Flexible seating..................................... 2-33
Integrated child safety seats ................ 2-68
Manual front seat adjustment............... 2-26
Power support front seat ...................... 2-27
Seat positions ....................................... 2-21
Second row bench seat........................ 2-21
Second row bucket seats ..................... 2-24
Seven passenger seating ................... 2-17
Sliding three-passenger seat .............. 2-39
Three-passenger bench seat in fully forward position ................................... 2-19
Three passenger bench seat in storage position ................................................ 2-17

Seat belt

Precautions on seat belt usage............ 2-47
Seat belt extenders .............................. 2-57
Seat belt maintenance.......................... 2-57
Seat belts.............................................. 2-47
2-point type without retractor................ 2-56

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3-point type with retractor..................... 2-49
Seat positions ............................................ 2-21
Seating arrangements ............................... 2-15
Seats/floor mats......................................... 2-15
Self-adjusting brakes ................................. 7-16
Service manual order form ........................ 9-20
Seven passenger seating .......................... 2-17
Shifting ......................................................... 4-6
Sliding three-passenger seat..................... 2-39
Spark plug replacement............................. 7-12
Speedometer ............................................... 1-4
Spotlights ................................................... 1-15
SRS warning label ..................................... 2-45
Starting

Before starting the engine ...................... 4-5
Jump starting................................. 5-7, 7-11
Precautions when starting and driving ... 4-2
Starting the engine ................................. 4-8

Steering

Power steering fluid................................ 7-9
Tilting steering wheel............................ 2-74

Storage

Coin tray ............................................... 1-18
Compact disc storage........................... 1-19
Underseat storage tray......................... 2-30
Sunroof ...................................................... 1-20
Sun shade.................................................. 1-21
Supplemental restraint system (air bag) ..................................................... 2-42
Switch

Autolamp switch ................................... 1-13
Hazard warning flasher switch ............. 1-16

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Headlight control switch ....................... 1-12
Ignition switch ......................................... 4-4
Overdrive switch ..................................... 4-7
Rear window defogger switch .............. 1-12
Rear window wiper and washer switches ................................................ 1-11
Turn signal switch ............................... 1-15
Windshield wiper lever and washer switch.................................................... 1-10

Tabletop seats ........................................... 2-30
Tachometer.................................................. 1-4
Three-passenger bench seat..................... 2-55
Three-passenger bench seat in fully forward position ......................................... 2-19
Three-passenger bench seat in storage position....................................................... 2-17
Three way catalyst....................................... 4-2
Tilting steering wheel................................. 2-74
Timing belt ................................................... 9-7
Tire

Flat tire.................................................... 5-2
Tire chains ............................................ 7-26
Tire placard........................................... 9-11
Tire pressure ........................................ 7-25
Tire rotation .......................................... 7-27
Types of tires........................................ 7-26
Uniform tire quality grading .................. 9-18
Wheel/tire size ........................................ 9-8
Wheels and tires................................... 7-25

Tool kit .................................................... 5-2

Towing

Tow truck towing .................................. 5-11
Towing load/specification chart ............ 9-14
Trailer tow harness and module................ 9-16
Trailer towing ............................................. 9-13
Transmission

Automatic transmission fluid................... 7-8
Driving with an automatic transmission.. 4-5
Travel (see registering your vehicle in another country) Trip odometer .............................................. 1-4
Turn signal switch ................................... 1-15

Underseat storage tray .............................. 2-30
Uniform tire quality grading ....................... 9-18

Vanity mirror (if so equipped) .................... 2-76
Vehicle dimensions and weights ................. 9-8
Vehicle identification .................................... 9-9
Vehicle identification number plate.............. 9-9
Vehicle loading information ....................... 9-12
Vehicle recovery ........................................ 5-13
Ventilators .................................................... 3-2

10-5

Warning

Air bag warning light............................. 2-45
Hazard warning flasher switch ............. 1-16
Warning/indicator lights and chimes ...... 1-6
Warning labels (for SRS)........................... 2-45
Weights (See dimensions and weights) Wheel/tire size ............................................. 9-8
Wheels and tires........................................ 7-25
Window washer fluid.................................. 7-10
Windows

Locking passenger’s window................ 1-20
Manual rear windows ........................... 1-21
Power rear windows ............................. 1-21
Windshield wiper lever and washer switch. 1-10
Wiper

Rear window wiper and washer switches ................................................ 1-11
Windshield wiper lever and washer switch.................................................... 1-10
Wiper blades......................................... 7-14

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GAS STATION INFORMATION

QUICK REFERENCE

Recommended fuel: Unleaded gasoline, at least 87 AKI number (RON 91). For further details such as gasohol, see ‘‘Fuel recommendation’’ in the ‘‘Technical and consumer information’’ section. Recommended engine oil: c API SG or SH and Energy Conserving II c API Certification Mark c SAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred for

all ambient temperatures

See ‘‘Engine oil and oil filter recommenda- tion’’ in the ‘‘Technical and consumer infor- mation’’ section. Cold tire pressure: See tire placard affixed to the glove com- partment lid. Recommended new vehicle break-in procedure: During the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of vehicle use, follow the recommendations outlined in the “BREAK-IN SCHEDULE in- formation found in the “Starting and Driving” section of this Owner’s Manual. Follow these recommendations for the future reliability and economy of your new vehicle. Failure to follow these recommendations may result in vehicle damage or shortened engine life.

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