2007 Nissan Quest Owners Manual

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Type B 8-22 Maintenance and do-it-yourself Z REVIEW COPY—2007 Quest (van) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 02/27/06—debbie X BATTERY REPLACEMENT 5. Press the button, then the button two or three times to check the key- fob operation. If the battery is removed for any reason other than replacement, perform step 5. c An improperly disposed battery can hurt the environment. Always confirm local regulations for battery disposal. c The keyfob is water-resistant; how- ever, if it does get wet, immediately wipe completely dry. c The operational range of the keyfob extends to approximately 33 ft (10 m) from the vehicle. This range may vary with conditions. FCC Notice: Changes or modifications not expressly ap- proved by the party responsible for compli- ance could void the user(cid:146)s authority to op- erate the equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, in- cluding interference that may cause undes- ired operation of the device. Maintenance and do-it-yourself 8-23 KEYFOB Replace the battery in the keyfob as follows: s1 Open the lid using a coin sA . s2 Remove the battery sB . s3 LDI0484 Install a new battery sC with the (cid:147)+(cid:148) facing down. Recommended battery: CR2025 or equivalent. s4 Close the lid securely. Z REVIEW COPY—2007 Quest (van) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 02/27/06—debbie X LIGHTS HEADLIGHTS The headlight is a semi-sealed beam type which uses a replaceable headlight (halogen) bulb. If replacement is required, see your NISSAN dealer. CAUTION c 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. c When handling the bulb, do not touch the glass envelope. c DO NOT TOUCH THE BULB c Use the same number and wattage as originally installed: Low beam: Wattage: 51 Bulb no.: 9006* High beam: Wattage: 60 Bulb no.: 9005* *: Always check with the Parts Depart- ment at a NISSAN dealer for the latest parts information. 8-24 Maintenance and do-it-yourself c Do not leave the bulb out of the fog light for a long period of time as dust, mois- ture and smoke may enter the fog light body and affect the performance of the fog light. c Do not leave the bulb out of the head- light reflector for a long period of time as dust, moisture and smoke may enter the headlight body and affect the per- formance of the headlight. c Aiming is not necessary after replacing the bulb. When aiming adjustment is necessary, contact a NISSAN dealer. FOG LIGHTS (if so equipped) Replacing the fog light bulb CAUTION c 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. c When handling the bulb, do not touch the glass envelope. c Use the same number and wattage as originally installed: Wattage 55 Bulb No. H11* *: Always check with the Parts Depart- ment at a NISSAN dealer for the latest parts information. Z REVIEW COPY—2007 Quest (van) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 02/27/06—debbie X 4. Rotate the bulb counterclockwise and re- move. 5. Remove by pulling it straight out of the fog light assembly. Do not shake or rotate the bulb when removing it. Do not touch the glass envelope. Install in the reverse order of removal. 6. WDI0522 1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery cable. 2. Remove the three splash shield screws and move the splash shield out of the way. 3. Disconnect the bulb connector. Maintenance and do-it-yourself 8-25 Z REVIEW COPY—2007 Quest (van) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 02/27/06—debbie X EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR LIGHTS Item Wattage (W) Bulb No. Always check with the Parts Department at a NISSAN dealer for the latest parts information. Headlight assembly High Low* Park/Turn* Cornering* Front fog light Puddle lamp* Room/map lights Personal lights Type A Type B Footwell Glove box light Vanity mirror light* Step light Cargo light High-mounted stop light* Rear combination light Tail/Stop Backup (reversing) Turn License plate light* * See a NISSAN dealer for replacement. 8-26 Maintenance and do-it-yourself 60 51 8/29 27 55 3.4 3.4 1.32 3.8 13 7/27 18 27 HB3/9005 HB4/9006 3457 3156 H11 (cid:151) PLW 578 2GL T2P TS578 158 158 (cid:151) 194 N1J 912 3157K 921K 3156K W5W Z REVIEW COPY—2007 Quest (van) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 02/27/06—debbie X Room/map light Front personal lights Step light Puddle lamp 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. High-mounted stoplight 6. Cargo light 7. 8. 9. Headlight assembly 10. Fog light License plate light Rear combination light LDI0360 WDI0263 Replacement procedures All other lights are either type A, B, C or D. When replacing a bulb, lamp and/or cover. first remove the lens, Indicates bulb removal Indicates bulb installation Maintenance and do-it-yourself 8-27 Z REVIEW COPY—2007 Quest (van) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 02/27/06—debbie X Room/map lights Use a cloth s1 to protect the housing. Personal lights (cid:150) Type A Use a cloth s1 to protect the housing. Personal lights (cid:150) Type B Use a cloth s1 to protect the housing. LDI0517 LDI0364 LDI0365 8-28 Maintenance and do-it-yourself Z REVIEW COPY—2007 Quest (van) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 02/27/06—debbie X Use a cloth s1 to protect the housing. Step light Use a cloth s1 to protect the housing. Cargo light LDI0341 LDI0366 Rear combination light LDI0367 Maintenance and do-it-yourself 8-29 Z REVIEW COPY—2007 Quest (van) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 02/27/06—debbie X WHEELS AND TIRES WDI0210 If you have a flat tire, see the (cid:147)In case of emergency(cid:148) section of this manual. TIRE PRESSURE Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) This vehicle is equipped with the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). It monitors tire pressure of all tires except the spare. When the low tire pressure warning light is lit or flashing continuously, one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. If equipped, the system 8-30 Maintenance and do-it-yourself 9Cold Tire Inflation Pressure9 heading. The Tire and Loading Information label is affixed to the driver side center pillar. Tire pressures should be checked regularly because: c Most tires naturally lose air over time. c 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 moderate speeds. Incorrect tire pressure, including un- der inflation, may adversely affect tire life and vehicle handling. 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 de- tect a sudden drop in tire pressure (for example a flat tire while driving). For more details, refer to (cid:147)Low tire pres- sure warning light(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Instruments and controls(cid:148) section, (cid:148)Tire pressure informa- tion(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Display screen, heater, air conditioner and audio and phone sys- tems(cid:148) section, (cid:147)Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Starting and driv- ing(cid:148) section, and (cid:147)Flat tire(cid:148) in the (cid:147)In case of emergency(cid:148) section. Tire inflation pressure Check the tire pressures (including the spare) often and always prior to long dis- tance trips. The recommended tire pres- sure specifications are shown on the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. label or the Tire and Loading Information label under the Z REVIEW COPY—2007 Quest (van) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 02/27/06—debbie X c 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 fail- ure, loss of control and possible injury. c For additional information re- garding tires, refer to (cid:147)Important Tire Safety Information(cid:148) (US) or (cid:147)Tire Information(cid:148) (Canada) in the Warranty Infor- mation Booklet. Safety WARNING is located on c Improperly inflated tires can fail suddenly and cause an accident. c The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating the (GVWR) 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 pre- mature tire failure, or unfavor- able handling characteristics and could also lead to a serious acci- dent. Loading beyond the speci- fied capacity may also result in failure of vehicle components. other c 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. Maintenance and do-it-yourself 8-31 Z REVIEW COPY—2007 Quest (van) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 02/27/06—debbie X s5 Tire size (cid:150) refer to (cid:147)Tire labeling(cid:148) later in this section. s6 Spare tire size or compact spare tire size (if so equipped). Tire and loading information label s1 Seating capacity: The maximum num- ber of occupants that can be seated in the vehicle. s2 Vehicle load limit: See loading infor- mation in the (cid:147)Technical and con- sumer information(cid:148) section. s3 Original tire size: The size of the tires originally installed on the vehicle at the factory. 8-32 Maintenance and do-it-yourself LDI0518 s4 Cold tire pressure: Inflate the tires to this pressure when the 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 recom- mended cold tire inflation is set by the manufacturer to provide the best bal- ance of tire wear, vehicle handling, driveability, tire noise, etc., up to the vehicle(cid:146)s GVWR. Z REVIEW COPY—2007 Quest (van) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 02/27/06—debbie X LDI0393 Checking 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 side- ways, or air will escape. If the hissing sound of air escaping from the tire is heard while checking the pressure, reposition the gauge to eliminate this leakage. 3. Remove the gauge. 4. Read the tire pressure on the gauge stem and compare 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. Recheck the pressure and add or release air as needed. Install the valve stem cap. 6. 7. Check the pressure of all other tires, including the spare. Size Front Original Tire: P225/65/R16 P225/60/R17 225-700R480A Rear Original Tire: P225/65/R16 P225/60/R17 225-700R480A Spare Tire: T135/80D16 Cold Tire Inflation Pressure 240 kPa, 35 PSI 240 kPa, 35 PSI 420 kPa, 60 PSI Maintenance and do-it-yourself 8-33 Z REVIEW COPY—2007 Quest (van) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 02/27/06—debbie X Example WDI0394 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. 8-34 Maintenance and do-it-yourself Example WDI0395 Tire size (example: P215/65R15 95H) 1. P: The 9P9 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 side- wall edge. 3. Two-digit number (65): This number, known as the aspect ratio, gives the tire(cid:146)s ratio of height to width. 4. R: The 9R9 stands for radial. 5. Two-digit number (15): This number is the wheel or rim diameter in inches. 6. Two- or three-digit number (95): This number is the tire(cid:146)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. Z REVIEW COPY—2007 Quest (van) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 02/27/06—debbie X 7. H: Tire speed rating. You should not drive the vehicle faster than the tire speed rating. Example LDI0483 MichelinT PAXT Tire size (example: 225- 700R480A 100H) 1. Three-digit number (225): This num- ber gives the width in millimeters of the tire from sidewall edge to side- wall edge. 2. Three-digit number (700): This num- ber gives the outside diameter of the tire in millimeters. 3. R: The 9R9 stands for radial. 4. Three-digit number (480): This is the rim diameter in millimeters. 5. A: The (cid:147)A(cid:148) stands for asymmetric seating of the wheel and tire. 6. Two- or three-digit number (100): This number is the tire(cid:146)s load index. It is a measurement of how much weight each tire can support. You may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by law. Maintenance and do-it-yourself 8-35 Z REVIEW COPY—2007 Quest (van) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 02/27/06—debbie X The number of layers or plies of rubber- coated fabric in the tire. Tire manufactur- ers also must indicate the materials in the tire, which include steel, nylon, polyester, and others. s4 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 in- flation pressure. s5 Maximum load rating This number indicates the maximum load in kilograms and pounds that can be car- ried by the tire. When replacing the tires on the vehicle, always use a tire that has the same load rating as the factory in- stalled tire. s6 Term of (cid:148)tubeless(cid:148) or (cid:148)tube type(cid:148) Indicates whether the tire requires an in- ner tube ((cid:147)tube type(cid:148)) or not ((cid:147)tubeless(cid:148)). s7 The word (cid:148)radial(cid:148) s2 TIN (Tire Identification Number) for a new tire (example: DOT XX XX XXX XXXX) 1. DOT: Abbreviation for the 9Depart- ment Of Transportation.9 The symbol can be placed above, below or to the left or right of Tire Identification Num- ber. 2. Two-digit code: Manufacturer(cid:146)s identification mark 3. Two-digit code: Tire size 8-36 Maintenance and do-it-yourself Example WDI0396 4. Three-digit code: Tire type code (Optional) 5. Three-digit code: Date of Manufac- ture 6. Four numbers represent the week and year the tire was built. For ex- ample, the numbers 3103 means the 31st week of 2003. If these numbers are missing, then look on the other sidewall of the tire. s3 Tire ply composition and material Z REVIEW COPY—2007 Quest (van) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 02/27/06—debbie X The word 9radial9 is shown if the tire has radial structure. s8 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 lettering or bears manufacturer, brand, and/or model name molding that is higher or deeper than the same molding on the other sidewall of the tire, or (2) the out- ward facing sidewall of an asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle. TYPES OF TIRES WARNING c When changing or replacing tires, be sure all four tires are of the same type (i.e., Summer, All Season or Snow) and construction. A NISSAN dealer may be able to help you with information about tire type, size, speed rating and availability. c Replacement tires may have a lower speed rating than the factory equipped tires, and may not match the potential maximum vehicle speed. Never exceed the maximum speed rating of the tire. c Replacing tires with those not originally specified by NISSAN could affect the proper operation of the TPMS. c For additional information regarding tires, refer to (cid:147)Important Tire Safety In- formation(cid:148) (US) or (cid:147)Tire Safety Informa- tion(cid:148) (Canada) in the Warranty Informa- tion Booklet. All season tires NISSAN specifies All Season tires on some mod- els to provide good performance all year, includ- ing 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 (cid:147)M&S(cid:148) on the tire sidewall. If you plan to operate your vehicle in snowy or icy conditions, NISSAN recommends the use of 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 have lower speed ratings than factory equipped tires and may not match the potential maximum vehicle speed. Never ex- ceed the maximum speed rating of the tire. If you install snow tires, they must be the same size, brand, construction and tread pattern on all four wheels. If you do not, Maintenance and do-it-yourself 8-37 Z REVIEW COPY—2007 Quest (van) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 02/27/06—debbie X 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. 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. If you do not, Generally, snow tires have lower speed ratings than factory equipped tires and may not match the potential maximum vehicle speed. Never ex- ceed the maximum speed rating of the tire. If you install snow tires, they must be the same size, brand, construction and tread pattern on all four wheels. For additional traction on icy roads, studded tires may be used. However, some states, provinces and territories prohibit their use. Check local 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. 8-38 Maintenance and do-it-yourself MichelinT PAXT TIRES (if so equipped) Michelin PAX tires are those tires that can be used temporarily if they are punctured. The tire is equipped with an inner support ring that allows the vehicle to be driven if the tire is under-inflated or flat. The vehicle can be driven up to 125 miles (200 km) if one or more of the tires is punctured. Replace the punctured tire at the nearest NISSAN dealer or authorized Michelin PAX sys- tem dealer. Contact 1-877 PAXTIRE (1-877- 729-8473) to find the closest location to have the punctured tire replaced. It can be difficult to tell if a Michelin PAX is under-inflated or flat. Check the tire pressures as described earlier in this section. If the tire be- comes under-inflated or flat while driving, the low tire pressure warning light will come on or flash continuously. Low tire pressure: If the vehicle is being driven with low tire pres- sure, the low tire pressure warning light will illu- minate. Flat tire: If the vehicle is being driven with one or more flat tires, the low tire pressure warning light will flash continuously and a chime will sound for 10 sec- onds. The chime will only sound at the first indication of a flat tire and the warning light will flash continu- ously. When the Flat tire warning is activated, have the system reset and the tire checked and replaced if necessary by a NISSAN dealer or authorized Michelin PAX system dealer. Even if the tire is inflated to the specified COLD tire pressure, the warning light will continue to flash until the system is reset by a NISSAN dealer. If the low tire pressure warning light comes on: c Do not exceed 50 MPH (80 km/h). c Increase your following distance to allow for increased stopping distances. c Avoid sudden maneuvers, hard cornering and hard braking. c Do not tow a trailer. c Do not drive for more than 125 miles (200 km). WARNING c Although you can continue driving with a punctured MichelinT PAXT tire (if so equipped), remember that vehicle han- dling stability is reduced, which could lead to an accident and personal injury. Also, driving a long distance at high speeds may damage the tires. Z REVIEW COPY—2007 Quest (van) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 02/27/06—debbie X c Do not drive at speeds above 50 MPH (80 km/h) and do not drive more than 125 miles (200 km) with a punctured MichelinT PAXT tire (if so equipped). The actual distance the vehicle can be driven on a flat tire depends on outside temperature, vehicle load, road condi- tions and other factors. c Drive safely at reduced speeds. Avoid hard cornering or braking, which may cause you to lose control of the vehicle. c Do not tow a trailer when a MichelinT PAXT (if so equipped) tire is flat. CAUTION c Never install tire chains on a punctured MichelinT PAXT tire, as this could dam- age your vehicle. c Avoid driving over any projection or pothole, as the clearance between the vehicle and the ground is smaller than normal. c Do not enter an automated car wash with a punctured MichelinT PAXT tire. c Have the punctured tire replaced by your NISSAN dealer as soon as pos- sible, as the tire(cid:146)s performance capabil- ity is reduced. c Do not have your tire replaced or re- paired by a facility that is not a Mich- elinT PAXT tire authorized facility. c Do not mix conventional wheels and tires with PAXT system wheels and tires. 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(cid:146)s suggestions. Use only SAE class (cid:147)S(cid:148) chains. Class (cid:147)S(cid:148) chains are used on vehicles with restricted tire to vehicle clearance. Vehicles that can use Class (cid:147)S(cid:148) chains are de- signed to meet the 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 tires. Other types may damage your vehicle. Use chain tensioners when recommended 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 pos- sibility of whipping action damage to the fenders or underbody. If possible, avoid fully loading your vehicle when using tire chains. In addition, drive at a reduced speed. Otherwise, your vehicle may be damaged and/or vehicle handling and perfor- mance may be adversely affected. Tire chains must be installed only on the front wheels and not on the rear wheels. Never install tire chains on a TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare tire. Do not use tire chains on dry roads. Driving with chains in such conditions can cause damage to the various mechanisms of the vehicle due to some overstress. If your vehicle is equipped with the Michelin PAX system, contact your NISSAN dealer for the tire chains that will fit the PAX tire. The tire chain selection is limited due to the PAX system tire size. Maintenance and do-it-yourself 8-39 Z REVIEW COPY—2007 Quest (van) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 02/27/06—debbie X WDI0258 CHANGING WHEELS AND TIRES Tire rotation NISSAN recommends rotating the tires every 7,500 miles (12,000 km). See (cid:147)Flat tire(cid:148) in the (cid:147)In case of emer- gency(cid:148) section of this manual for tire re- placing procedures. As soon as possible, tighten the wheel nuts to the specified torque with a torque wrench. 8-40 Maintenance and do-it-yourself Wheel nut tightening torque: 83 ft-lb (112 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 c After rotating the tires, check and adjust the tire pressure. c Retighten the wheel nuts when the vehicle has been driven for 600 miles (1,000 km) (also in cases of a flat tire, etc.). c Do not include the spare tire in the tire rotation. c For additional information re- garding tires, refer to (cid:147)Important Tire Safety Information(cid:148) (US) or (cid:147)Tire Information(cid:148) (Canada) in the Warranty Infor- mation Booklet. Safety WDI0259 1. Wear indicator 2. Location mark Tire wear and damage WARNING c Tires should be periodically in- spected for wear, cracking, bulg- ing or objects caught in the tread. If excessive wear, cracks, bulging or deep cuts are found, the tire(s) should be replaced. Z REVIEW COPY—2007 Quest (van) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 02/27/06—debbie X c The original tires have built-in tread wear indicators. When the wear indicators are visible, the tire(s) should be replaced. c Tires degrade with age and use. Have tires, including the spare, over 6 years old checked by a qualified because some tire damage may not be ob- vious. Replace the tires as neces- sary to prevent tire failure and possible personal injury. technician c Improper service of the spare tire may result in serious personal in- jury. If it is necessary to repair the spare tire, contact a NISSAN dealer. c For additional information re- garding tires, refer to (cid:147)Important Tire Safety Information(cid:148) (US) or (cid:147)Tire Information(cid:148) (Canada) in the Warranty Infor- mation Booklet. Safety 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 (cid:147)Wheels and tires(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Technical and consumer information(cid:148) section of this manual. WARNING c The use of tires other than those recom- mended 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 ef- fects may lead to accidents and could result in serious personal injury. c If the wheels are changed for any rea- son, always replace with wheels which have the same off-set dimension. Wheels of a different off-set could cause premature tire wear, degrade ve- hicle handling characteristics and/or interference brake discs/drums. Such interference can lead to decreased braking efficiency with the and/or early brake pad/shoe wear. Re- fer to (cid:147)Wheels and tires(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Techni- cal and consumer information(cid:148) section of for wheel off-set dimensions. this manual c 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. Contact your NISSAN dealer as soon as possible for tire replacement and/or system resetting. c Replacing tires with those not originally specified by NISSAN could affect the proper operation of the TPMS. c 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 warning. is not retread tires c The use of recommended. c For additional information regarding tires, refer to (cid:147)Important Tire Safety In- formation(cid:148) (US) or (cid:147)Tire Safety Informa- tion(cid:148) (Canada) in the Warranty Informa- tion Booklet. Maintenance and do-it-yourself 8-41 Z REVIEW COPY—2007 Quest (van) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 02/27/06—debbie X 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 bal- anced 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. c For additional information regarding tires, refer to (cid:147)Important Tire Safety Information(cid:148) (US) or (cid:147)Tire Safety Infor- mation(cid:148) (Canada) in the Warranty In- formation Booklet . Care of wheels c Wash the wheels when washing the vehicle to maintain their appearance. c Clean the inner side of the wheels when the is changed or the underside of the wheel vehicle is washed. c Do not use abrasive cleaners when washing the wheels. c Inspect wheel rims regularly for dents or corrosion. Such damage may cause loss of pressure or poor seal at the tire bead. 8-42 Maintenance and do-it-yourself c NISSAN recommends waxing the road wheels to protect against road salt in areas where it is used during winter. Spare tire (TEMPORARY USE ONLY 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: WARNING c The spare tire should be used for emer- gency use only. It should be replaced with the standard tire at the first oppor- tunity to avoid possible tire or differen- tial damage. c Drive carefully while the TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare tire is installed. Avoid sharp turns and abrupt braking while driving. c 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). c With the TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare tire installed do not drive the vehicle at speeds faster than 50 MPH (80 km/h). c When driving on roads covered with snow or ice, the TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare tire should be used on the rear wheels and the original tire used on the front wheels (drive wheels). Use tire chains only on the front (original) tires. c 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. c Do not use the spare tire on other vehicles. c Do not use more than one spare tire at the same time. c Do not tow a trailer when the TEMPO- RARY USE ONLY spare tire is installed. Z REVIEW COPY—2007 Quest (van) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 02/27/06—debbie X CAUTION c Do not use tire chains on a TEMPO- RARY USE ONLY spare tire. Tire chains will not fit properly and may cause dam- age to the vehicle. c Because the TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare tire is smaller than the original tire, ground clearance is reduced. To avoid damage to the vehicle, do not drive over obstacles. Also, do not drive the vehicle through an automatic car wash since it may get caught. Maintenance and do-it-yourself 8-43 Z REVIEW COPY—2007 Quest (van) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 02/27/06—debbie X MEMO 8-44 Maintenance and do-it-yourself 9 Technical and consumer information Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants . . . . . . . . . 9-2 Fuel recommendation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3 Engine oil and oil filter recommendation . . . . . . . . . . . 9-5 Recommended SAE viscosity number . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-6 Air conditioner system refrigerant and oil 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-11 Vehicle loading information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-12 Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-12 Vehicle load capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-13 Loading tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-15 Measurement of weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-15 Towing a trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-16 Maximum load limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-16 Towing load/specification. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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 . . . . . 9-25 Event data recorders. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-26 Owner(cid:146)s Manual/Service Manual order information . . . 9-26 In the event of a collision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-26 Z REVIEW COPY—2007 Quest (van) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 02/27/06—debbie X CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED FUEL/LUBRICANTS The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be a little different. When refilling, follow the procedure described in the (cid:147)Maintenance and do-it-yourself(cid:148) section to determine the proper refill capacity. Capacity (Approximate) US measure 20 gal Imp measure 16-5/8 gal Fuel Engine oil *8 Drain and Refill With oil filter change 4-1/4 qt Without oil filter change 3-7/8 qt 3-1/2 qt 3-1/4 qt Liter 75.6 4.0 3.7 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI (RON 91)*1 (cid:149) API Certification Mark *2 *3 (cid:149) API grade SL, Energy Conserving *2 *3 (cid:149) ILSAC grade GF-III*2 *3 (cid:151) (cid:151) Cooling system With reservoir 2-3/4 gal 2-3/8 gal 10.5 (cid:151) Refill to the proper level according to the instructions in the (cid:147)Maintenance and do-it-yourself(cid:148) section.*9 (cid:151) (cid:151) (cid:151) 1-1/4 gal Automatic transmission fluid Power steering fluid (PSF) Brake fluid Multi-purpose grease Air conditioning system refrigerant Air conditioning system oil Windshield washer fluid (shared between front and rear wipers) *1: For further details, see (cid:147)Fuel recommendation.(cid:148) *2: For further details, see (cid:147)Engine oil and oil filter recommendations.(cid:148) *3: For further details, see (cid:147)Recommended SAE viscosity number.(cid:148) *4: Using automatic transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic K ATF will cause deterioration in driveability and automatic transmission durability, and may damage the auto- matic transmission, which is not covered by the NISSAN new vehicle limited warranty. *5: For Canada, NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF), DEXRON(cid:153) III/MERCON(cid:153), or equivalent ATF may also be used. *6: Available in mainland USA through your NISSAN dealer. *7: For further details, see (cid:147)Air conditioner system refrigerant and oil recommendations.(cid:148) *8: For further details, see (cid:147)Engine Oil(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Maintenance and do-it-yourself(cid:148) section of this manual. *9: See your NISSAN dealer for service. 50% Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant or equivalent 50% Demineralized or distilled water Genuine NISSAN Matic K ATF *4 Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent*5 Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid*6 or equivalent DOT 3 NLGI No. 2 (Lithium Soap base) HFC-134a (R-134a)*7 NISSAN A/C System Oil Type S or equivalent*7 Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner & Antifreeze or equivalent (cid:151) (cid:151) (cid:151) 1 gal (cid:151) (cid:151) (cid:151) 4.5 9-2 Technical and consumer information Z REVIEW COPY—2007 Quest (van) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 02/27/06—debbie X FUEL RECOMMENDATION NISSAN recommends the use of unleaded pre- mium gasoline with an octane rating of at least 91 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) number (Research oc- tane number 96). If unleaded premium gasoline is not available 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 c Using a fuel other than that specified could adversely affect the emission control system, and may also affect the warranty coverage. c Under no circumstances should a leaded gasoline be used, because this will damage the three-way catalyst. c 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 new vehicle lim- ited warranty. Gasoline specifications NISSAN recommends using gasoline that meets the World-Wide Fuel Charter (WWFC) specifi- cations where it is available. Many of the automo- bile manufacturers developed this specification to improve emission control system and vehicle performance. Ask your service station manager if 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 oxy- genates such as ethanol, MTBE and methanol 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 your NISSAN cannot be readily de- termined. If in doubt, ask your service station manager. 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. c The fuel should be unleaded and have an octane rating no lower than that recommended for unleaded gasoline. c If an oxygenate-blend other than methanol blend is used, it should con- tain no more than 10% oxygenate. (MTBE may, however, be added up to 15%.) c If a methanol blend is used, it should contain no more than 5% methanol (methyl alcohol, wood alcohol). It should also contain a suitable amount of appropriate cosolvents and corro- sion inhibitors. If not properly formu- lated with appropriate cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors, such methanol blends may cause fuel system damage and/or vehicle performance problems. At this time, sufficient data is not avail- able to ensure that all methanol blends are suitable for use in NISSAN ve- hicles. If any driveability problems such as engine stall- ing and difficult hot-starting are experienced after using immediately change to a non-oxygenate fuel or a fuel with a low blend of MTBE. oxygenate-blend fuels, Technical and consumer information 9-3 Z REVIEW COPY—2007 Quest (van) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 03/09/06—betty X c E-85 is a mixture of approximately 85% 15% unleaded ethanol and fuel gasoline. c U.S. government regulations require ethanol dispensing pumps to be identi- fied by a small, square, orange and black label with the common abbrevia- tion or the appropriate percentage for that region. Take care not to spill gasoline during refu- eling. Gasoline containing oxygenates can cause paint damage. E(cid:150)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 in your vehicle. U.S. government regulations require fuel ethanol dispensing pumps to be identified by a small, square, orange and black label with the common abbreviation or the appropriate percentage for that region. Aftermarket fuel additives NISSAN does not recommend the use of any aftermarket fuel additives (for example, fuel injec- tor cleaner, octane booster, intake valve deposit removers, etc.) which are sold commercially. Many of these additives intended for gum, varnish or deposit removal may contain active solvents or similar ingredients that can be harmful to the fuel system and engine. Octane rating tips Using unleaded gasoline with an octane rating lower than recommended can cause persistent, heavy (cid:147)spark knock.(cid:148) ((cid:147)Spark knock(cid:148) is a metallic rapping noise.) If se- vere, this can lead to engine damage. If you 9-4 Technical and consumer information ignition timing may result 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 a NISSAN dealer correct the condition. Failure to correct the condition is misuse of the vehicle, for which NISSAN is not responsible. Incorrect in spark knock, after-run and/or overheating, which may cause excessive fuel consumption or engine damage. If any of the above symptoms are en- countered, have your vehicle checked at a NISSAN dealer. However, now and then you may notice light spark knock for a short time while accelerating or driving up hills. This is not a cause for concern, because you get the greatest fuel benefit when there is light spark knock for a short time under heavy engine load. CAUTION c Your vehicle is not designed to run on E-85 fuel. Using E-85 fuel in a vehicle not specifically designed for E-85 fuel can damage fuel system components and is not covered by the NISSAN new vehicle limited warranty. Z REVIEW COPY—2007 Quest (van) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 02/27/06—debbie X ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER RECOMMENDATION Selecting the correct oil It is essential to choose the correct grade, quality and viscosity engine oil to ensure satisfactory engine life and performance. See 9Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants9 earlier 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 WTI0082 Committee (ILSAC) certification and SAE vis- cosity standard. These oils have the API certifica- tion 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 neces- sary when the proper oil type is used and main- tenance 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 to select the engine oil viscosity based on the temperatures at which the vehicle will be oper- ated before the next oil change. The chart (cid:147)Rec- ommended SAE viscosity number(cid:148) shows the recommended oil viscosities for the expected ambient temperatures. Choosing an oil viscosity other than that recommended could cause seri- ous engine damage. Selecting the correct oil filter Your new NISSAN vehicle is equipped with a high-quality genuine NISSAN oil filter. When re- placing, use a genuine NISSAN oil filter or its equivalent for the reason described in (cid:147)Change intervals(cid:148). Change intervals The oil and oil filter change intervals for your engine are based on the use of the specified quality oils and filters. Using engine oil and filters that are not of the specified quality, or exceeding recommended oil and filter change intervals could reduce engine life. Damage to the engine caused by improper maintenance or use of incor- rect oil and filter quality and/or viscosity is not covered by the NISSAN new vehicle limited war- ranty. Technical and consumer information 9-5 Z REVIEW COPY—2007 Quest (van) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 02/27/06—debbie X Your engine was filled with a high-quality engine oil when it was built. You do not have to change the oil before the first recommended change interval. Oil and filter change intervals depend upon how you use your vehicle. Operation under the following conditions may require more frequent oil and filter changes: c repeated short distance driving at cold out- side temperatures c driving in dusty conditions c extensive idling c towing a trailer c stop and go commuting Refer to the 9NISSAN Service and Maintenance Guide9 for the maintenance schedule. ATI1028 RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY NUMBER c SAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred for all temperatures. SAE 10W-30 or SAE 10W-40 viscosity oils may be used if the ambient temperature is above 0(cid:176)F (-18(cid:176)C). 9-6 Technical and consumer information AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM REFRIGERANT AND OIL RECOMMENDATIONS The air conditioner system in your NISSAN vehicle must be charged with the refriger- ant HFC-134a (R-134a) and the oil, NISSAN A/C system oil Type S or the exact equiva- lents. CAUTION The use of any other refrigerant or oil will cause severe damage to the air condition- ing system and will require the replace- ment of all air conditioner system components. The refrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a) in your NISSAN vehicle does not harm the earth(cid:146)s ozone layer. Although this refrigerant does not affect the earth(cid:146)s atmosphere, certain government regula- tions require the recovery and recycling of any refrigerant during automotive air conditioner sys- tem service. A NISSAN dealer has the trained technicians and equipment needed to recover and recycle your air conditioner system refriger- ant. Contact a NISSAN dealer when servicing your air conditioner system. Z REVIEW COPY—2007 Quest (van) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 02/27/06—debbie X SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE Model Type Cylinder arrangement Bore x Stroke Displacement Firing order Idle speed A/T (in (cid:147)N(cid:148) position) Ignition timing (degree B.T.D.C. at idle speed) CO % at idle Spark plug Spark plug gap (Nominal) VQ35DE Gasoline, 4-cycle, DOHC 6-cylinder, V-block, Slanted at 60(cid:176) in (mm) 3.760 x 3.205 (95.5 x 81.4) cu in (cm3) 213.5 (3,498) 1(cid:150)2(cid:150)3(cid:150)4(cid:150)5(cid:150)6 No adjustment is necessary. Standard PLFR5A-11 Hot PLFR4A-11 Cold PLFR6A-11 in (mm) 0.043 (1.1) Camshaft operation The spark ignition system of this vehicle meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Timing chain Technical and consumer information 9-7 Z REVIEW COPY—2007 Quest (van) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 02/27/06—debbie X WHEELS AND TIRES DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS Wheels Tires Spare tire Speed rating 16 x 6.5JJ 17 x 6.5JJ P225/65R16 P225/60R17 225-700R480A T135/80*16 16(cid:148) 17(cid:148) PAX system *: (cid:147)R(cid:148) or (cid:147)D(cid:148) depending on tire manufacturer Overall length Overall width Overall height with roof rack without roof rack Front tread Rear tread Wheelbase Gross vehicle weight rating Gross axle weight rating Front Rear in (mm) 204.13(5,185) in (mm) 77.64(1,972) 71.90(1,826) in (mm) 70.0 (1,778) in (mm) 67.32(1,710) in (mm) in (mm) 67.32(1,710) in (mm) 124.02(3,150) lb (kg) See the (cid:147)F.M.V.S.S./C.M. V.S.S. certification label(cid:148) on the center pillar be- tween the driver(cid:146)s side front and side doors. lb (kg) lb (kg) 9-8 Technical and consumer information Z REVIEW COPY—2007 Quest (van) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 02/27/06—debbie X WHEN TRAVELING OR REGISTERING YOUR VEHICLE IN ANOTHER COUNTRY When planning to drive your NISSAN ve- hicle in another country, you should first find out if the fuel available is suitable for your vehi- cle(cid:146)s engine. Using fuel with an octane rating that is too low may cause engine damage. All gasoline vehicles must be operated with unleaded gasoline. There- fore, 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 LTI0077 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) PLATE The vehicle identification number (VIN) plate is attached as shown. This number is the identifica- tion for your vehicle and is used in the vehicle registration. WTI0166 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (chassis number) The vehicle identification number is located as shown. Technical and consumer information 9-9 Z REVIEW COPY—2007 Quest (van) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 02/27/06—debbie X WTI0049 LTI0078 WTI0168 ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER The number is stamped on the engine as shown. F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. CERTIFICATION LABEL The Federal/Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S.) certification la- bel is affixed as shown. This label contains valu- able 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- 9-10 Technical and consumer information Z REVIEW COPY—2007 Quest (van) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 02/27/06—debbie X INSTALLING FRONT LICENSE PLATE LTI0084 TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION LABEL The cold tire pressure is shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. The label is located as shown. WTI0167 AIR CONDITIONER SPECIFICATION LABEL The air conditioner specification label is affixed as shown. Technical and consumer information 9-11 WTI0165 Z REVIEW COPY—2007 Quest (van) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 02/27/06—debbie X Use the following steps to mount the front license plate: Before mounting the license plate, confirm that the following parts are enclosed in the plastic bag: c License plate bracket c License plate bracket screws x 2 c License plate screws x 2 c Screw grommets x 2 1. Make a shallow hole in the bumper fascia at the location marks (small dimples) using a 0.39 in (10 mm) drill. To avoid damaging the area behind the fascia, apply only light pres- sure to the drill. Insert the grommets into the holes in the bumper fascia. Insert a small flat-bladed screwdriver into the grommet hole to turn the threaded part of the grommet 90(cid:176). 2. 3. 4. Mount the license plate bracket using the two longer screws. 5. Use the two shorter hex head screws to mount the license plate to the license plate bracket. 9-12 Technical and consumer information VEHICLE LOADING INFORMATION WARNING c 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 seri- ously injured or killed. c Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts. c 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: c 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. c GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) - curb weight plus the combined weight of passengers and cargo. c GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rat- ing) - maximum total combined weight of the unloaded vehicle, pas- sengers, trailer tongue load and any other optional equipment. This information is lo- cated on the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. label. luggage, hitch, c GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) - maximum weight (load) limit specified for the front or rear axle. This informa- tion on the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. label. located is c GCWR (Gross Combined Weight rating) - The maximum total weight rating of the vehicle, passengers, cargo, and trailer. c Vehicle Capacity Weight, Load limit, Total load capacity - maximum total weight the load (passengers and cargo) for the ve- hicle. This is the maximum combined limit specified of Z REVIEW COPY—2007 Quest (van) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 02/27/06—debbie X 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 in- cluded as part of the cargo load. This information is located on the Tire and Loading Information label (if so equipped). c Cargo capacity - permissible weight of cargo, the subtracted weight of occupants from the load limit. VEHICLE LOAD CAPACITY Do not exceed the load limit of your ve- hicle shown as 9The combined weight of occupants and cargo9 on the Tire and Loading Information label. Do not exceed the number of occupants shown as 9Seating Capacity9 on Tire and Loading Information label. To get 9the combined weight of occu- pants and cargo9, add the weight of all occupants, then add the total luggage weight. Examples are shown in the follow- ing illustration. Technical and consumer information 9-13 Z REVIEW COPY—2007 Quest (van) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 02/27/06—debbie X Steps for determining correct load limit 1. Locate the statement (cid:147)The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs(cid:148) on your vehicle(cid:146)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 avail- able cargo and luggage load capac- ity is 650 lbs. (1400-750 (5 X 150) = 650 lbs) or (640-340 (5 X 70) = 300 kg.) 9-14 Technical and consumer information Example LTI0152 Z REVIEW COPY—2007 Quest (van) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 02/27/06—debbie X 5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4. 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 re- duces the available cargo and lug- gage load capacity of your vehicle. 6. 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 (cid:147)Measurement of Weights(cid:148) later in this section. Also check tires for proper inflation pres- sures. See the Tire and Loading Informa- tion label. LOADING TIPS c The GVW must not exceed GVWR or GAWR as specified on the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label. c Do not load the front and rear axle to the GAWR. Doing so will exceed the GVWR. WARNING c Properly secure all cargo with ropes or straps to help prevent it from sliding or shifting. Do not place cargo higher than the seat- backs. In a sudden stop or colli- sion, unsecured cargo could cause personal injury. c Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or the maximum front and rear GAWRs. If you do, parts of your vehicle can break, tire damage could oc- cur, or it can change the way your vehicle handles. This could result in loss of control and cause per- sonal injury. c Overloading not only can shorten the life of your vehicle and the tire, but can also cause unsafe vehicle handling and longer brak- ing distances. This may cause a premature tire failure which could result in a serious accident and personal injury. Failures caused by overloading are not covered vehicle(cid:146)s warranty. the by 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 ex- ceed either of the gross axle weight rat- ings (GAWR). The total of the axle loads should not exceed the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR). These ratings are given on the vehicle certification label. If weight ratings are exceeded, move or re- move items to bring all weights below the ratings. Technical and consumer information 9-15 Z REVIEW COPY—2007 Quest (van) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 02/27/06—debbie X TOWING A TRAILER 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 c 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. c 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 vehicle wear in at the heavier loads. Your new vehicle was designed to be used pri- marily to carry passengers and cargo. Remember that towing a trailer places additional loads on your vehicle(cid:146)s engine, drive train, steering, brak- ing 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. 9-16 Technical and consumer information specified MAXIMUM LOAD LIMITS Maximum trailer loads Never allow the total trailer load to exceed the value (cid:147)Towing Load/Specification(cid:148) chart found later in this sec- tion. The total trailer load equals trailer weight plus its cargo weight. c When towing a trailer load of 1,000 lbs. (454 kg) or more, trailers with a brake system must be used. the in The maximum GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating) should not exceed the value specified in the following (cid:147)Towing Load/Specification(cid:148) chart. LTI0164 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 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 appro- priate for level highway driving may have to be reduced for low traction situations (for example, on slippery boat ramps). Z REVIEW COPY—2007 Quest (van) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 02/27/06—debbie X Temperature conditions can also affect towing. For example, towing a heavy trailer in high outside temperatures on graded roads can affect engine performance and cause overheating. The engine protection mode, which helps reduce the chance of engine damage, could activate and automati- cally decrease engine power. Vehicle speed may decrease under high load. Plan your trip carefully to account for trailer and vehicle load, weather and road conditions. WARNING Overheating can result in reduced engine power and vehicle speed. The reduced speed may be lower than other traffic, which could increase the chance of a col- lision. Be especially careful when driving. Pull to the side of the road to a safe area. Allow the engine to cool and return to normal operation. See (cid:147)If your vehicle overheats(cid:148) in the (cid:147)In case of emergency(cid:148) section of this manual. CAUTION Vehicle damage resulting from improper towing procedures is not covered by NISSAN warranties. WTI0160 TI1012M Tongue load Keep the tongue load between 10 - 15 percent of the total trailer load within the maximum tongue load limits shown in the following (cid:147)Towing Load/Specification(cid:148) chart. If the tongue load be- comes excessive, rearrange cargo to allow for proper tongue load. Maximum Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)/Maximum Gross Axle Weight (GAW) The GVW of the towing vehicle must not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) shown on the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label. The GVW equals the combined weight of the unloaded vehicle, passengers, luggage, hitch, trailer tongue load and any other optional equipment. In addition, front or rear GAW must not exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) shown on the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label. Technical and consumer information 9-17 Z REVIEW COPY—2007 Quest (van) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 02/27/06—debbie X Towing capacities are calculated assuming a base vehicle with driver and any options required to achieve the rating. Additional passengers, cargo and/or optional equipment, such as the trailer hitch, will add weight to the vehicle and reduce your vehicle(cid:146)s maximum towing capacity and trailer tongue load.

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