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to prevent injury in an accident or a sudden stop.

Opener lever operation (If so equipped) The trunk lid opener lever is located on the outside of the driver’s seat. To open the trunk lid, pull up the opener lever. To close, push the trunk lid securely.

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Key operation To open the trunk lid from outside the vehicle, turn the key clockwise. To close, lower and push the trunk lid down securely.

WARNING

Do not drive with the trunk lid open. This could allow dangerous exhaust gases to be drawn into the vehicle.

OPENER CANCEL LEVER FOR TRUNK LID When the lever is in the CANCEL (down) position, the trunk lid cannot be opened with the trunk lid opener lever. It can be opened only with the key.

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FUEL FILLER LID LOCK OPERATION

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Opener lever (If so equipped) To open the fuel filler lid, push the opener lever down. To lock, close the fuel filler lid securely.

Manual Fuel Filler Lid Open the fuel filler lid by lifting the raised portion of the fuel filler lid.

FUEL FILLER CAP The fuel filler cap is a screw-on ratcheting type. Tighten the cap clockwise until ratch- eting clicks are heard.

WARNING

c Gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive under certain condi- tions. Always stop the engine and do not smoke or allow open flames or sparks near vehicle when refueling.

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c Fuel may be under pressure. Turn the cap one-half turn and wait for any ‘‘hissing’’ sound to stop to prevent fuel from spraying out and possibly causing personal injury. Then re- move the cap.

c Use only a genuine NISSAN fuel filler cap as a replacement. It has a built-in safety valve needed for proper opera- tion of the fuel system and emission control system. An incorrect cap can result in a serious malfunction and possible injury.

Put the fuel filler cap on the cap holder while refueling.

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FRONT SEATS

SEAT ADJUSTMENT

WARNING

c Do not adjust the driver’s seat while driving. The seat may move suddenly and could cause loss of control of the vehicle.

c After adjustment, gently rock in the is securely

to make sure it

seat locked.

WARNING

Do not recline the seatback any more than is needed for comfort when the vehicle is moving. Seat belts are most effective when the occupant sits well back and upright in the seat. If the seat is reclined, the risk of sliding under the lap belt and being injured is increased.

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Forward and backward

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Pull the lever up while you slide the seat forward or backward to the desired position. Release the lever to lock the seat in posi- tion. s2 Reclining Pull the lever up and lean back until the desired angle is obtained. To bring the back of the seat forward again, pull the lever and move your body forward. The seatback moves forward.

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CAUTION

When returning the seat to its original position, check that the seat and seat- back are properly locked.

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TILTING FRONT SEAT (2-door model) The front passenger’s seat can be tilted to make it easier for the rear seat passengers to get in and out. To tilt the front seatback forward, pull the reclining lever up or depress the tilt lever. The seat back tilts and the seat moves forward automatically. Some models re- quire the seat to be pushed forward. To return the seat to its original position, push the seatback up and move the whole seat backward until it locks.

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HEAD RESTRAINTS Adjust the head restraints so the top is level with the top of your ears. To raise the head restraint, simply pull it up. To lower, push the lock knob and push the head restraint down.

WARNING

Head restraints should be adjusted properly as they may provide signifi- cant protection against whiplash in- jury. Do not remove them.

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SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (AIR BAG SYSTEM)

This Supplemental Restraint System sec- tion contains important information concern- ing the driver and passenger air bags. The Supplemental Restraint System Air Bag can help reduce impact force to the driver and to the front passenger in certain frontal colli- sions. The air bags are designed to supple- ment the crash protection provided by the driver and front passenger seat belts and are not a substitute for them. The seat belts should always be correctly worn and the driver and front passenger seated a suitable distance from the steering wheel and instrument panel. (See ‘‘Seat belts’’ for instructions and precautions on seat belt usage.) NOTE: For Canada, some vehicles are not equipped with a Supplemental Air Bag System. Your vehicle may not have a Driver and Passenger-side Supplemental Air Bag. If your vehicle is not equipped with a Supplemental Air Bag System, it will not have the following equipment: c Supplemental Air Bag Warning Light (see ‘‘Supplemental Air Bag Warning Light’’ later in this section).

REAR SEAT Interior trunk access (If so equipped) The trunk can be readily accessible from the rear seat for loading and unloading, as shown. c When returning the seatbacks to the upright position, be certain they are completely secured in the latched position.

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WARNING

Never allow anyone to ride in the lug- gage area or on the rear seat when it is in the fold-down position. Use of these areas by passengers without proper restraint can be extremely dangerous in an accident or sudden stop.

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WARNING

The supplemental air bags ordinarily will not inflate in the event of a side impact, rear impact, roll over, or lower severity frontal collision; so always wear your seat belts to help reduce the risk or severity of injury in various kinds of accidents.

c Driver Supplemental Air Bag (see in the ‘‘Instru-

‘‘Meters and Gauges’’ ments and controls’’ section).

c Passenger-side Supplemental Air Bag (see ‘‘Meters and Gauges’’ in the ‘‘Instru- ments and controls’’ section).

c Supplemental Restraint System Warning later in

Labels (see ‘‘Warning Labels’’ this section).

Every person who drives or rides in this vehicle should use a seat belt at all times. Children should be in appropriate child re- straints (see ‘‘Seat belts’’ and ‘‘Child Re- straints for Infants and Small Children’’ later in this section). The supplemental air bags operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON or START position.

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WARNING

The seat belts and the air bags are most effective when you are sitting back and upright in the seat. Air bags inflate with great force. If you are unrestrained, leaning forward, sitting sideways or out of position in any way, you are at greater risk of injury or death in a crash and may also receive serious or fatal injuries from the air bag if you are upagainst it when it inflates. Always sit back against the seatback and use the seatbelts.

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WARNING

Never let children ride unrestrained as shown in the previous illustrations. Children may be severely injured or killed when the air bag inflates if they are not properly restrained. Also, never install a rear-facing child restraint in the front seat. See ‘‘Child restraints for infants and small chil- dren’’ for details.

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Air bag system (If so equipped) The driver air bag is located in the center of the steering wheel; the front passenger air bag is mounted in the dashboard above the glove box. The supplemental air bag system is designed to inflate in higher severity fron- tal collisions, although it may inflate if the forces in another type of collision are similar to those of a higher severity frontal impact. It may not inflate in certain frontal collisions. Vehicle damage (or lack of it) is not always an indication of proper air bag operation. When the supplemental air bag inflates, a

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fairly loud noise may be heard, followed by the release of smoke. This smoke is not harmful and does not indicate a fire, but care should be taken to not intentionally inhale it, as it may cause irritation and choking. Those with a history of breathing trouble should get fresh air promptly. The supplemental air bags, along with the use of the seat belts, help to cushion the impact force on the face and chest of the occupant. They can help save lives and reduce serious injuries. However, an inflat- ing air bag may cause facial abrasions or other injuries. Air bags do not provide re-

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straint to the lower body. The seat belts should be correctly worn and the driver and passenger be seated upright as far as practical away from the steering wheel or dashboard. Since the air bag in- flates quickly in order to help protect the occupant, the force of the air bag inflating can increase the risk of injury if the occu- pant is too close to or is against the air bag module during inflation. The supplemental air bag deflates quickly after a collision. The supplemental air bags operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON or START position.

WARNING

c Right after inflation, several supple- mental air bag system components will be hot. Do not touch them; you may severely burn yourself.

c No unauthorized changes should be made to any components or wiring of the supplemental air bag system. This is to prevent accidental inflation of the supplemental air bag or damage to the supplemental air bag system.

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c Work around and on the supplemen- tal air bag system should be done by an authorized NISSAN dealer. Instal- lation of electrical equipment should also be done by an authorized NIS- SAN dealer. The yellow SRS wiring should not be modified or discon- nected. Unauthorized electrical test equipment and probing devices should not be used on the supple- mental air bag system.

c Tampering with the supplemental air bag system may result in serious personal injury. Tampering includes changes to the steering wheel and the instrument panel assembly by placing material over the steering wheel pad and above the instrument panel, or by installing additional trim material around the supplemental air bag system.

c Do not attach any objects to the steering wheel pad and to the instru- ment panel. Also, do not place any objects between any occupant and the steering wheel or instrument panel. Such objects may become dangerous projectiles and cause in- jury if the air bag inflates.

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WARNING LABELS (If so equipped)

AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT (If so equipped)

Warning labels about the supplemental air bag system are placed in the vehicle as shown in the illustration.

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The supplemental air bag light, displaying AIR BAG in the instrument panel, monitors the circuits of the air bag. The circuits monitored by the air bag light are the diag- nosis sensor unit, air bag modules and all related wiring.

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When the ignition key is in the ON or START position, the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates for about 7 seconds and then turns off. This means the system is operational. If any of the following conditions occur, the supplemental air bag needs servicing: 1. The supplemental air bag light does not come on and remain on for 7 seconds and then go off as described above.

2. The supplemental air bag light flashes

intermittently or remains on.

3. The supplemental air bag light does not

come on at all.

Under these conditions, the Supplemental Restraint System Air Bag does not operate properly. It must be checked and repaired. Take your vehicle to the nearest authorized NISSAN dealer. Repair and replacement procedure The supplemental air bag system is de- signed to inflate on a one-time-only basis. As a reminder, unless it is damaged, the supplemental air bag light remains illumi- nated after inflation has occurred. Repair and replacement of the supplemental air

bag system should be done only by an authorized NISSAN dealer. To ensure long-term functioning, the system must be inspected 10 years after the date of manufacture as noted on the certification label located on the driver side front pillar. When maintenance work is required on the vehicle, the supplemental air bag system and related parts should be pointed out to the person conducting the maintenance. The ignition key must always be in the LOCK position when working under the hood or inside the vehicle.

WARNING

c Once the supplemental air bag in- flates, the supplemental air bag mod- ule will not function again and must be replaced. The supplemental air bag module cannot be repaired.

c After a supplemental air bag inflates, the front instrument panel assembly should be replaced by your NISSAN dealer if damaged.

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c The supplemental air bag system should be inspected by an authorized NISSAN dealer if there is any damage to the front end portion of the vehicle or if the air bag has inflated.

c When selling your vehicle, we re- quest that you inform the buyer about the supplemental air bag system and guide the buyer to the appropriate sections in this Owner’s Manual.

c If you need to dispose of the supple- mental air bag or scrap the vehicle, contact an authorized NISSAN dealer. Correct supplemental air bag dis- posal procedures are set forth in the appropriate NISSAN Service Manual. Incorrect disposal procedures could cause personal injury.

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PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT USAGE Your chances of being injured or killed in an accident and/or the severity of injury may be greatly reduced if you are wearing your seat belt and it is properly adjusted. NISSAN strongly encourages you and all of your passengers to buckle up every time you drive, even if your seating position includes an air bag. Some states, provinces or territories re- quire that seat belts be worn at all times when a vehicle is being driven.

WARNING

c Every person who drives or rides in this vehicle should use a seat belt at all times. Children should be in ap- propriate child restraints.

c The belt should be properly adjusted to a snug fit. Failure to do so will reduce the effectiveness of the entire restraint system and increases the chances or severity of injury in an accident.

c Do not wear the belt inside out or twisted. Be sure the seat belt tongue is securely fastened to the proper buckle.

c Do not allow more than one person to

use the same belt.

c All seat belt assemblies including re- tractors and attaching hardware should be inspected after any colli- sion at your NISSAN dealer. NISSAN recommends that all seat belt assem- blies in use during a collision be replaced unless the collision was mi- nor and the belts show no damage and continue to operate properly. Seat belt assemblies not in use dur- ing a collision should also be in- spected and replaced if either dam- age or improper operation is noted. c Never carry more people in the ve-

hicle than there are seat belts.

c If the seat belt warning lamp glows con- tinuously while the ignition is turned ON with all doors closed and all seat belts fastened, it may indicate a malfunction in the system. Have the system checked by your NISSAN dealer.

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c Be sure to observe the following pre- cautions when using seat belts. Failure to do so could increase the chance and/or severity of injury in an accident. c Always route the shoulder belt over your shoulder and across your chest. Never run the belt under your arm or across your neck. The belt should be away from your face and neck, but not falling off your shoulder.

c Position the lap belt as low as pos- sible AROUND THE HIPS, NOT THE WAIST.

c Serious injury or death can occur if

seat belt is not worn properly.

CHILD SAFETY Children need adults to help protect them. All U.S. states and provinces of Canada require the use of approved child restraints for infants and small children. (See ‘‘Child Restraints for Infants and Small Children’’ later in this section.) In addition, there are many types of child restraints available for larger children which

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should be used for maximum protection. Infant or small child NISSAN recommends that infants or small children be placed in child restraint systems that comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Canadian Motor Ve- hicle Safety Standards. You should choose a child restraint system which fits your ve- hicle and always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for installation and use. Children Children who are too large for child restraint systems should be seated and restrained by the seat belts which are provided. NISSAN recommends that children sit in the rear seat if possible. According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat. If the child’s seating position has a shoulder belt that fits close to the face or neck, the use of a booster seat (commercially available) may help overcome this. The booster seat should raise the child so that the shoulder belt is properly positioned across the top, middle portion of the shoulder and the lap

belt is low on the hips. The booster seat should fit the vehicle seat and have a label certifying that it complies with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Canadian Mo- tor Vehicle Safety Standards. Once the child has grown enough so the shoulder belt is no longer on or near the face and neck, use the shoulder belt without the booster seat. Never let a child stand or kneel on any seat and do not allow a child in the cargo areas while the vehicle is moving. Pregnant women NISSAN recommends that pregnant women use seat belts. Contact your doctor for spe- cific recommendations. The lap belt should be worn snug and positioned as low as possible around the hips, not the waist. Injured persons NISSAN recommends that injured persons use seat belts. Check with your doctor for specific recommendations.

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3-POINT TYPE WITH RETRACTOR

WARNING

Every person who drives or rides in this vehicle should wear a seat belt at all times.

Fastening the belts 1. Adjust the seat.

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The seatback should not be reclined any more than needed for comfort. Seat belts are most effective when the pas- senger sits well back and straight up in the seat. If the seat is reclined, the risk of sliding under the lap belt and being injured is increased.

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2. Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retrac- tor and insert the tongue into the buckle until it snaps.

The retractor is designed to lock during a sudden stop or on impact. A slow pulling motion permits the belt to move, and allows you some freedom of move- ment in the seat. 3. Position the lap belt portion low on the

hips as shown.

4. Pull the shoulder belt portion toward the

retractor to take up extra slack.

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The front seat passenger side seat belt and rear 3-point seat belts have a cinching mechanism for child seat installation. It is referred to as the automatic locking mode. When the cinching mechanism is activated the seat belt cannot be withdrawn again until the seat belt tongue is detached from the buckle and fully retracted. Refer to ‘‘Child Restraints for Infants and Small Children’’ later in this section for more infor- mation.

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WARNING

The automatic locking mode should be used only for child seat installation. During normal seat belt use by a pas- senger, the locking mode should not be activated. If it is activated it may cause uncomfortable seat belt tension.

Unfastening the belts To unfasten the belt, press the button on the buckle. The seat belt automatically retracts.

Shoulder belt height adjustment (For front seats) (If so equipped) The shoulder belt anchor height should be adjusted to the position best for you. (See ‘‘Precautions on Seat Belt Usage’’.) To ad- just, press both release buttons and move it to the desired position so the belt passes over the center of the shoulder. The belt should be away from your face and neck, but not falling off of your shoulder.

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CAUTION

After adjustment, release the button and check that it does not move up and down to make sure the shoulder belt anchor is securely fixed in position.

Checking seat belt operation (3-point type with retractor) Your seat belt retractors are designed to lock belt movement by two separate meth- ods: 1) When the belt is pulled quickly from the

retractor.

2) When the vehicle slows down rapidly. To increase your confidence in the belts, check the operation as follows: c Grasp the shoulder belt and pull forward quickly. The retractor should lock and restrict further belt movement. the retractor does not

If lock during this check or if you have any question about belt operation, see your NISSAN dealer.

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2-POINT TYPE WITHOUT RETRACTOR (rear center lap belt) Fastening the belts 1. Insert the tongue into the buckle until it snaps. Both the tongue and the buckle are marked CENTER.

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2. To lengthen, hold the tongue at a right angle to the belt and pull on the belt. To shorten, pull the end of the belt attached to the belt clip away from the tongue, then pull the belt clip to take up the slack.

3. Position the lap belt low on the hips as

illustrated.

Unfastening the belts To unfasten the belt, press the button on the buckle.

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is not possible to properly fit

SEAT BELT EXTENDERS If, because of body size or driving position, it the lap- shoulder belt and fasten it, an extender is available which is compatible with the in- stalled seat belts. The extender adds ap- proximately 8 inches (200 mm) of length and may be used for either the driver or front passenger seating position. See your NIS- SAN dealer for assistance if the extender is required.

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WARNING

Selecting correct set of belts The center seat belt buckle and tongue are identified by the CENTER label. The center seat belt tongue can be fastened only into the center seat belt buckle.

c Only NISSAN belt extenders, made by the same company which made the original equipment belts, should be used with NISSAN belts.

c Persons who can use the standard seat belt should not use an extender. Such unnecessary use could result in serious personal injury in the event of an accident.

SEAT BELT MAINTENANCE c To clean the belt webbings, apply a mild soap solution or any solution recom- mended for cleaning upholstery or car- pets. Then brush the webbing, wipe it with a cloth and allow it to dry in the shade. Do not allow the belts to retract until they are completely dry.

tongues, retractors,

c Periodically check to see that the belt and metal components, such as buck- flexible wires les, and anchors, work properly. loose parts, deterioration, cuts or other dam- age on the webbing is found, the entire belt assembly should be replaced.

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CHILD RESTRAINTS FOR INFANTS AND SMALL CHILDREN

WARNING

Infants and small children should always be placed in an appropriate child restraint while riding in the vehicle. Failure to use a child restraint can result in serious injury or death. Children and infants should never be carried on your lap. It is not possible for even the strongest adult to resist the forces of a severe accident. The child could be crushed between the adult and parts of the vehicle. Also, do not put the same seat belt around both your child and yourself. In general, child restraints are designed to be installed with a lap belt or the lap portion of a three-point type seat belt. Nissan recommends that the child re- straint system be installed in the rear seat. According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly re- strained in the rear seat than in the front seat. An improperly installed child restraint could lead to serious injury or death in an accident.

Child restraints specially designed for in- fants and small children are offered by several manufacturers. When selecting any child restraint, keep the following points in mind: 1) Choose only a restraint with a label cer- tifying that it complies with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or Cana- dian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213. 2) Check the child restraint in your vehicle to be sure it is compatible with the vehi- cle’s seat belt system.

3) If the child restraint is compatible with your vehicle, place your child in the child restraint and check the various adjust- ments to be sure the child restraint is compatible with your child. Always follow all recommended procedures.

WARNING

c Never install a rear-facing child re- straint in the front seat. A rear-facing child restraint must only be used in the rear seat. See “Installation on front passenger seat” for details.

c Follow all of the child restraint manu- facturer’s instructions for installation and use. When purchasing a child restraint, be sure to select one which will fit your child and vehicle. It may not be possible to properly install some types of child restraints in your vehicle.

c Improper use of a child restraint can result in increased injuries for both the infant or child and other occu- pants in the vehicle.

c When your child restraint is not in use, keep it secured with a seat belt to prevent it from being thrown forward in case of a sudden stop or accident. c Remember that a child restraint left in a closed vehicle can become very hot. Check the seating surface and buckles before placing your child in the child restraint.

c All U.S. states and provinces of Canada require that infants and small children be restrained in approved child restraints at all times while the vehicle is being operated.

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c After attaching the child restraint, test it before you place the child in it. Tilt it from side to side. Try to tug it forward and check to see if the belt holds the restraint in place. If the restraint is not secure, tighten the belt as necessary, or put the restraint in another seat and test it again.

c If the child restraint is not anchored properly, the risk of a child being injured in a collision or a sudden stop greatly increases.

c Adjustable seatbacks should be po- sitioned to fit the child restraint, but as upright as possible.

c For a front facing child restraint, if the seat position where it is installed has a 3-point type lap/shoulder belt, check to make sure the shoulder belt does not go in front of the child’s face or neck. If it does, put the shoulder belt behind the child restraint.

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Installation on rear seat Center lap belt Secure the child restraint with the lap belt as illustrated. Remove all slack in the lap belt for a very tight fit by pulling forcefully on the lap belt adjustment.

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When you install a child restraint in a rear outboard seat, follow these steps: 1. Position the child restraint on the seat. It can be placed in a forward facing or rear facing direction, depending on the size of the child. Always follow the restraint manufacturer’s instructions.

2. Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint and insert it into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage. Be sure to follow the child restraint manu- facturer’s instructions for belt routing. 3. Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt is fully extended and a click is heard. At this time, the belt retractor is in the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode). (It reverts back to ‘‘emergency locking’’ when the belt is fully retracted.) 4. Allow the belt to retract. A clicking sound will be heard as the belt retracts. This indicates that the retractor is in the auto- matic locking mode. Pull down on the belt to remove any slack in the belt.

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Installation on rear outboard seating positions

WARNING

c The 3-point belt in your vehicle is equipped with a locking mode retrac- tor which must be used when install- ing a child restraint.

c Failure to do so will result in the child restraint not being properly secured. It could tip over or otherwise be un- secured and cause injury to the child in a sudden stop or collision.

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5. Before placing the child in the child re- straint, use force to tilt the child restraint from side to side, and tug it forward to make sure that is securely held in place.

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6. Check that the retractor is in the auto- matic locking mode by trying to pull more belt out of the retractor. If you cannot pull any more belt webbing out of the retrac- tor, the belt is in the automatic locking mode.

7. Check to make sure that the child re- straint is properly secured prior to each

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use. If the belt is not locked, repeat steps 3 through 6.

After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt is allowed to wind back into the retractor, the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode) is canceled; the seat belt may be used as normal and only locks during a sudden stop or impact.

Bolt diameter: 8.0 mm Bolt length: more than 1.18 in (30 mm) Thread pitch: 1.25 mm

The top strap should be secured to the attaching bolt which provides the straightest installation of the top strap. Child restraint anchor points are de- signed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child re- straints. Under no circumstances are they to be used for adult seat belts or harnesses.

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TOP STRAP CHILD RESTRAINT If your child restraint has a top strap, it must be secured to the provided anchor point. Anchor bracket hardware must be installed. The top strap anchor bracket hardware is available through your NISSAN dealer. Part #88894-89900
Secure the child restraint with the center lap belt or the outboard 3-point belt and latch the top strap hook onto the anchor bracket. To install the an- chor bracket, a metric bolt of the dimensions listed below must be used.

the lap portion of

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Anchor point locations Anchor points are located under the rear parcel shelf finisher. To use attaching hardware for child re- straints with top straps, follow these instruc- tions carefully: 1. Open the trunk and find the anchor point nuts on the under side of the rear parcel shelf. Thread a bolt (8.0 mm diameter, 1.25 pitch) up through the nut behind the seating position where the child restraint will be installed and use it to break through the rear parcel shelf support material.

There are pre-cut circles at each anchor point location that should break away from the shelf support material when pressure is applied to them. Remove the bolt after you feel the pre-cut circle separate from the shelf support material.

2. Cut a small slit through the parcel shelf fabric at the anchor point location. Reach through the fabric with a tool such as a pair of needle-nose pliers and remove the pre-cut circle in the parcel shelf sup- port material.

3. Install the bolt through the top strap hook

and into the anchor point nut.

4. Be sure to follow all of the instructions that accompany the top strap attaching hardware.

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Installation on front passenger seat (Vehicles with passenger-side air bag)

WARNING

Never install a rear-facing child re- straint in the front passenger seat. Air bags inflate with great force. A rear- facing child restraint could be struck by the air bag in a crash and could seriously injure or kill your child. If you install a forward-facing child re- straint in the front passenger seat, place the passenger seat as far back as possible.

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A child restraint with a top strap should not be used in the front passenger seat.

WARNING

c The 3-point belt in your vehicle is equipped with a locking mode retrac- tor which must be used when install- ing a child restraint.

c Failure to use the retractor’s locking mode will result in the child restraint not being properly secured. The re- straint could tip over or otherwise be unsecured and cause injury to the child in a sudden stop or collision.

When you install a child restraint in the front seat, follow these steps: 1. Position the child restraint on the front passenger seat. It should be placed in a forward-facing direction only. Move the seat as far back from the instrument panel as possible. Always follow the re- straint manufacturer’s instructions. Child restraints for infants must be used in the rear-facing direction and therefore must not be used in the front seat.

2. Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint and insert it into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage.

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Be sure to follow the child restraint manu- facturer’s instructions for belt routing. 3. Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt is fully extended and a click is heard. At this time, the belt retractor is in the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode). (It reverts back to ‘‘emergency locking’’ when the belt is fully retracted.) 4. Allow the belt to retract. A clicking sound is heard as the belt retracts. This indi- cates that the retractor is in the automatic locking mode. Pull down on the belt to remove any slack in the belt.

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straint, use force to tilt the child restraint from side to side, and tug it forward to make sure it is securely held in place.

6. Check that the retractor is in the automatic locking mode by trying to pull more belt out of the retractor. If you cannot pull any more belt webbing out of the retractor, the belt is in the automatic locking mode.

7. Check to make sure the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use. If the lap belt locked, repeat steps 3
through 6.

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After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt is allowed to wind back into the retractor, the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode) is canceled; the seat belt may be used as normal and will only lock during a sudden stop or impact. NOTE: For Canada, some vehicles are not equipped with a Supplemental Air Bag System and do not have a passenger-side supplemental air bag. If your vehicle does not have a passenger-side air bag, a rear facing child restraint may be used in the front passenger seat. Follow the instruc- tions in ‘‘Installation on rear outboard seating positions’’ earlier in this section.

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TILTING STEERING WHEEL

OUTSIDE MIRROR CONTROL

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Tilt operation Push the lock lever down and adjust the steering wheel up or down to the desired position. Pull the lock lever up firmly to lock the steering wheel in place.

WARNING

Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.

Electric control type (If so equipped) The outside mirror control operates only when the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position. Push the right or left end of the switch to select the right or left side mirror, then adjust using the control lever. Objects viewed in the outside mirror on the passenger side are closer than they appear.

Manual control type The outside mirror can be moved in any direction for a better rear view. Objects viewed in the outside mirror on the passenger side are closer than they appear.

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VANITY MIRROR (If so equipped)

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The night position reduces glare from the headlights of vehicles behind you at night.

CAUTION

Use the night position only when nec- essary, because it reduces rear view clarity.

Your vehicle may be equipped with a pas- senger side vanity mirror. To access, pull the sun visor down.

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3 Heater, air conditioner and audio system

Ventilators............................................................. 3-2
Heater and air conditioner.................................... 3-3
Air flow charts....................................................... 3-6
Radio .................................................................. 3-10
Clock................................................................... 3-13
Manual antenna.................................................. 3-17
CB radio or car phone........................................ 3-18

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Side ventilators You can open or close the side ventilators by using the dial located at the side of the ventilators. Adjust the air flow direction of ventilators by using the slide in the center.

Center ventilators Adjust the air flow direction of ventilators by moving the ventilator slide.

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turns the fan on and off, and

CONTROLS Fan control dial This dial controls fan speed. Air flow control dial This dial allows you to select the air flow outlets.

— Air flows from center and side

ventilators.

— Air flows from center and side

ventilators and foot outlets.

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— Air flows mainly from foot outlets. — Air flows from defroster outlets

and foot outlets.

— Air flows mainly from defroster

outlets.

Temperature control dial This dial allows you to adjust the tempera- ture of the outlet air.

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Air recirculation button (If so equipped) NOTE: The air recirculation feature is available only on those vehicles equipped with air conditioning. OFF position (Indicator light OFF): Outside air is drawn into the passenger compartment and distributed through the selected outlets. Use this position for normal heater or air conditioner operation. ON position (Indicator light ON): Interior air is recirculated inside the vehicle. Depress the air recirculation button to acti- vate the recirculation function when driving on a dusty road or to avoid traffic fumes. The air recirculation function is also used to improve A/C performance during extremely hot or humid conditions.

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WARNING

Do not use the recirculation mode (if so equipped) for long periods of time. It may cause the interior air to become stale and the windows to fog up.

Air conditioner button This button is provided only on those ve- hicles equipped with air conditioning. Start the engine, move the fan control dial to the desired (1 to 4) position, and push the air conditioner button to turn on the air conditioner. The indicator light comes on when the air conditioner is on. To turn off the air conditioner, push the button again. The air conditioner cooling function op- erates only when the engine is running.

WARNING

Positioning of the heating or air condi- tioning controls should not be done while driving, in order that full attention may be given to the driving operation.

HEATER OPERATION Heating This mode is used to direct hot air mainly from the floor outlets. A small amount of air also flows from the defrost vents. 1. Push the air recirculation button (if so equipped) to the OFF position for normal heating.

2. Move the air control dial to the

po-

sition.

3. Move the fan control dial to the desired

position.

4. Move the temperature control dial to the desired position between the middle and the hot position.

Ventilation This mode directs outside air from the side and center vents. 1. Push the air recirculation button (if so

equipped) to the OFF position. 2. Move the air control dial to the

po-

sition.

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3. Move the fan control dial to the desired

position.

4. Move the temperature control dial to the

desired position.

Defrosting or defogging This mode is used to defrost/defog the windows. 1. Push the air recirculation button (if so

equipped) to the OFF position. 2. Move the air control dial to the

po-

sition.

3. Move the fan control dial to the desired

position.

4. Move the temperature control dial to the desired position between the middle and the hot position.

c If it is difficult to defog the windshield glass, turn the air conditioner on (if so equipped). This helps dehumidify the air. Outside air is drawn into the passenger compartment to improve the defogging per- formance.

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Bi-level heating This mode directs cooler air from the side and center vents and warmer air from the floor outlets. When the temperature control dial is moved to the full hot or full cool position, the air between the vents and the floor outlets is the same temperature. 1. Push the air recirculation button (if so

equipped) to the OFF position. 2. Move the air control dial to the

sition.

po-

3. Move the fan control dial to the desired

position.

4. Move the temperature control dial to the

the desired position.

Heating and defogging This mode heats the interior and defogs the windshield. 1. Push the air recirculation button (if so

equipped) to the OFF position. 2. Move the air control dial to the

po-

sition.

4. Move the temperature control dial to the desired position between the middle and the hot position.

Operating tips c Clear snow and ice from the wiper blades and air inlet in front of the windshield. This improves heater op- eration.

AIR CONDITIONER OPERATION (If so equipped) Start the engine, move the fan control dial to the desired (1 to 4) position, and push in the air conditioner button to activate the air conditioner. When the air conditioner is on, cooling and dehumidifying functions are added to the heater operation. The air conditioner cooling function op- erates only when the engine is running. Cooling This mode is used to cool and dehumidify. 1. Push the air recirculation button to the

OFF position.

3. Move the fan control dial to the desired

position.

2. Move the air control dial to

tion.

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3. Move the fan control dial to the desired

position.

4. Push on the air conditioner button. The

indicator light comes on.

5. Move the temperature control dial to the

desired position.

c For quick cooling when the outside tem- perature is high, push the air recirculation button (if so equipped) to the ON posi- tion. Be sure to return the air recirculation button to the OFF position for normal cooling.

Dehumidified heating This mode is used to heat and dehumidify the air. 1. Push the air recirculation button to the

OFF position.

2. Move the air control dial to the

po-

sition.

3. Move the fan control dial to the desired

position.

4. Push on the air conditioner button. The

posi-

indicator light comes on.

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c The air conditioning system should be operated for about ten minutes at least once a month. This helps pre- vent damage to the system due to lack of lubrication.

c If

the engine coolant

temperature gauge indicates engine coolant tem- perature over the normal range, turn the air conditioner off. See ‘‘If your vehicle overheats’’ in the ‘‘In case of emergency’’ section for additional in- formation.

AIR FLOW CHARTS The following charts show the button and dial positions for MAXIMUM AND QUICK heating, cooling or defrosting. The air recir- culation switch should always be in the OFF position for heating and defrosting.

5. Move the temperature control dial to the

desired position.

Dehumidified defogging This mode is used to defog the windows and dehumidify. 1. Push the air recirculation button to the

OFF position.

2. Move the air control dial to the

po-

sition.

3. Move the fan control dial to the desired

position.

4. Push on the air conditioner button. The

indicator light comes on.

5. Move the temperature control dial to the

desired position.

Operating tips c Keep windows and sun roof closed while

the air conditioner is in operation.

c After parking in the sun, drive for two or three minutes with the windows open to vent hot air from the passenger compart- ment. Then, close the windows. This allows the air conditioner to cool the interior more quickly.

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Servicing air conditioning The air conditioning system in your NISSAN is charged with a new refrigerant designed with the environment in mind. This new refrigerant does not harm the earth’s ozone layer. Special charging equipment and lubricant is required when servicing your NISSAN air conditioner. Using improper refrigerants or lubricants causes severe damage to your air conditioning system. See ‘‘Air condition- ing system refrigerant and lubricant recom- mendations’’ in the ‘‘Technical and con- sumer information’’ section of this manual. Your NISSAN dealer is able to service your environmentally ‘‘friendly’’ air conditioning system.

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RADIO

To turn the radio on, turn the ignition key to ACC or ON. If you listen to the radio with the engine not running, turn the key to the ACC position. Radio reception is affected by station signal strength, distance from radio transmitter, buildings, bridges, mountains and other ex- ternal Intermittent changes in reception quality normally are caused by these external influences. CLOCK-RADIO (If so equipped) On vehicles equipped with an AM-FM radio and cassette player, a clock is integrated into the audio system. For further details, refer to Clock Operation later in this section.

influences.

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AM-FM RADIO Push the ON/VOL knob to turn the radio on. Push the ON/VOL knob once more to turn the radio off. Turn the knob to adjust the volume. Selecting the desired band Push the band select button (FM/AM) to change from AM to FM reception. The stereo indicator glows during FM stereo reception. When the stereo broadcast signal is weak, the radio automatically changes from stereo to monaural reception. Tuning

WARNING

The radio should not be tuned while driving in order that full attention may be given to the driving operation.

Manual tuning Push down either manual

or

tuning button

SCAN tuning . SCAN Push the SCAN tuning button tuning begins at low and moves through high frequencies stopping at each broad- casting station for five seconds. Pushing the button again during this five second period stops SCAN tuning and the radio remains tuned to that station.

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Station memory operations Six stations can be set for each band. 1. Tune to the desired station. 2. Push and hold the desired select button

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for more than 2 seconds. For example, in the diagram ch2 is to be memorized. The radio mutes when the select button is pushed.

3. The indicator, ch2, then comes on in the display and the sound resumes. Memo- rizing is now complete.

4. Other buttons can be set in the same

manner.

If the battery cable is disconnected, or if the fuse blows, the radio memory is cancelled. In that case, reset the desired stations.

Adjusting tone quality and sound balance To adjust BASS, TREB (treble), FADER, and BAL (balance) the control knobs must be released from their stowed positions. Pushing the knobs once moves them to the released position. In the released position, the knobs control tone quality. Turn the control knobs to ad- just BASS and TREB to the most pleasing level. From the released position, the knobs must be pulled out in order to control FADER and BAL. FADER adjusts the sound level be- tween the front and rear speakers, and BAL adjusts the sound level between the right and left speakers.

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AM-FM RADIO WITH CASSETTE PLAYER Radio operation Push the ON-OFF/VOL knob to turn the radio on. Push the ON-OFF/VOL knob once more to turn the radio off. Turn the knob to adjust the volume. Inserting a cassette tape into the cassette player while the radio is on turns the radio off and turns the cassette player on. Pushing the ON-OFF/VOL knob while the cassette tape is playing turns the cassette player off. Clock Operation By pressing the CLOCK button, you can alternate the clock and the radio/cassette tape options in the display. Clock Set (Adjustment) Depressing the CLOCK and the but- tons together sets hours. Depressing the CLOCK and buttons together sets min- utes.

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five seconds. Pushing the button again dur- ing this five second period stops SCAN tuning and the radio remains tuned to that station.

Clock Priority Mode In this mode the clock is shown in the display. If any radio or cassette tape func- tions are activated, the radio (or cassette tape) display illuminates for ten seconds then returns to the clock mode. NOTE: After clock adjustment, the radio is in the clock priority mode. Radio/Cassette Tape Priority Mode In this mode, the radio station illuminates in the display during radio operation. During cassette tape operation, TAPE illuminates in the display. Selecting the desired band Push the band select button (FM/AM) to change from AM to FM reception. The stereo indicator illuminates during FM stereo reception. When the stereo broad- cast signal is weak, the radio automatically changes from stereo to monaural reception.

Tuning

WARNING

The radio should not be tuned while driving in order that full attention may be given to the driving operation.

Manual tuning Push either manual tuning button

or

SEEK tuning Push the SEEK/SCAN tuning button for less than 1.5 seconds. SEEK tun- ing begins from low to high frequencies and stops at the next broadcasting station. Push the button again for less than 1.5 seconds, and the next highest broadcasting station is tuned. Once the highest broadcasting sta- tion is reached, the radio continues in the SEEK mode at the lowest broadcast station. SCAN tuning Push the SEEK/SCAN tuning button for more than 1.5 seconds. SCAN illuminates in the display window. SCAN tuning begins from low to high frequencies and stops at each broadcasting station for

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in the than 2 seconds. For example, diagram ch2 is to be memorized. The radio mutes when the select button is pushed.

3. The indicator, ch2, then comes on in the display and the sound resumes. Memo- rizing is now complete.

4. Other buttons can be set in the same

manner.

If the battery cable is disconnected, or if the fuse blows, the radio memory is cancelled. In that case, reset the desired stations.

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Adjusting tone quality and sound balance To adjust BASS, TREB (treble), FADER, and BAL (balance) the control knobs must be released from their stowed positions. Pushing the knobs once moves them to the released position. In the released position, the knobs control tone quality. Turn the control knobs to ad- just BASS and TREB to the most pleasing level. From the released position, the knobs must be pulled out in order to control FADER and

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BAL. FADER adjusts the sound level be- tween the front and rear speakers, and BAL adjusts the sound level between the right and left speakers. Cassette tape operation Turn the ignition key to ACC or ON, then lightly insert the cassette tape into the tape door. The cassette tape automatically pulls into the player. The word TAPE and an arrow indicating tape side illuminates in the dis- play window.

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Do not force the cassette tape into the tape door. Pressing strongly could cause player damage. The cassette tape automatically changes directions to play the other side when the first side is complete. At this time, the arrow in the display window changes direction. c To maintain good quality sound, NIS- SAN recommends using cassette tapes of 60 minutes or shorter in length.

c Cassette tapes should be removed from the player when not in use. Store cassettes in their protective cases and away from direct sunlight, heat, moisture and magnetic sources.

c Direct sunlight can cause the cassette to become deformed. The use of de- formed cassettes may cause the cas- sette to jam in the player.

c Do not use cassettes with labels which are peeling and loose. If used, the label could jam in the player.

c If a cassette has loose tape, insert a pencil through one of the cassette hubs and rewind the tape firmly

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around the hubs. Loose tape may cause tape jamming and wavering sound quality.

c Over a period of time, the playback head, capstan and pinch roller may collect a tape coating residue as the tape passes over the head. This resi- due accumulation can cause weak or wavering sound, and should be re- moved periodically with a head clean- ing tape. If the residue is not removed periodically, the player may need to be disassembled for cleaning.

or

forwarding or rewinding the

Fast tape Push either the FF (fast forward) or REW (rewind) button for the desired direction. symbol illuminates in the The display. To stop the FF or REW function, press the PLAY/STOP button. Automatic Program Search (APS) fast forwarding or APS rewinding the tape Push either the APS FF or APS REW button while the tape is playing. The tape runs

quickly, stops, then plays the next selection. flashes on and off while The indicator or searching for the selection. The

symbol illuminates in the display.

or

symbol

This system searches at the blank intervals between selections. If there is a blank inter- val within one selection or there is no inter- val between selections, the system may not search correctly. Changing the direction of tape play Push the PROG (program) select button. The illuminates in the display to indicate side of program play. Dolby NR (noise reduction) Push the DOLBY NR button for Dolby NR encoded tapes to reduce high frequency tape noise. The indicator light comes on. Dolby NR is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corpora- tion. DOLBY NR and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Li- censing Corporation. If

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illuminate in the display window for about ten seconds. The clock mode then returns to the display window. Metal or chrome tape usage The cassette player is automatically set to high performance play when playing a metal or chrome cassette tape. The indicator METAL comes on when playing a metal or chrome cassette tape. Stopping and ejecting the cassette tape Push the EJECT button. The cassette tape automatically comes out. Manual antenna The antenna cannot be shortened but it can be removed. When you need to remove the antenna, turn its base counterclockwise.

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When installing a CB ham radio or a car phone in your NISSAN, be sure to observe the following cautions, otherwise the new equipment may adversely affect the Multi- port Fuel Injection (MFI) system and other electronic parts.

CAUTION

c Keep the antenna as far as possible away from the Engine Control Module (ECM).

c Also keep the antenna wire more than 8 inches (20 cm) away from the en- gine control harness. Do not route the antenna wire next to any harness. c Adjust the antenna standing-wave ra- the

recommended

by

as

tio manufacturer.

c Connect the ground wire from the CB

radio chassis to the body.

c For details, consult a NISSAN dealer.

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Precautions when starting and driving................. 4-2
Ignition switch....................................................... 4-4
Before starting the engine.................................... 4-5
Driving with automatic transmission..................... 4-6
Driving with manual transmission ........................ 4-9
Starting the engine ............................................. 4-11
Parking brake operation ..................................... 4-11
Cruise control (If so equipped)........................... 4-12
Break-in schedule............................................... 4-13
Increasing fuel economy .................................... 4-14
Parking/parking on hills ...................................... 4-15
Precautions when driving ................................... 4-16
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) (If so equipped).. 4-16
Cold weather driving cautions............................ 4-18

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PRECAUTIONS WHEN STARTING AND DRIVING

WARNING

Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or pets alone in your vehicle. They could accidentally injure them- selves or others through inadvertent operation of the vehicle. Also, on hot, sunny days, temperatures in a closed vehicle could quickly become high enough to cause severe or possibly fatal injuries to people or animals.

EXHAUST GAS (Carbon monoxide)

WARNING

Do not breathe exhaust gases; they contain colorless and odorless carbon monoxide. Carbon monoxide is dan- gerous. It can cause unconsciousness or death. c If you suspect that exhaust fumes are entering the vehicle, drive with all windows fully open, and have the vehicle inspected immediately.

c Do not run the engine in closed spaces such as a garage for any longer than is absolutely necessary.

c Do not park the vehicle with the en- gine running for any extended length of time.

c Keep the trunk lid closed while driv- ing, otherwise exhaust gases could be drawn into the passenger com- partment. If you must drive in this manner for some reason, take the following steps: 1. Open all the windows. 2. Set the air recirculate button (if so equipped) ‘‘OFF’’ and the fan con- trol dial to 4 (high) to circulate the air.

c If electrical wiring or other cable con- nections must pass to a trailer through the seal on the trunk lid or the body, follow the manufacturer’s recommendation to prevent carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle.

c The exhaust system and body should be inspected by a qualified mechanic whenever: a. The vehicle is raised for service.

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b. You suspect that exhaust fume- sare entering into the passenger compartment.

c. You notice a change in the sound

of the exhaust system.

d. You have had an accident involv- ing damage to the exhaust system, underbody, or rear of the vehicle.

THREE WAY CATALYST The three way catalyst is an emission control device installed in the exhaust system. Ex- haust gases in the converter are burned at high temperatures to help reduce pollutants.

WARNING

c The exhaust gas and the exhaust system are very hot. While the engine is running, keep people or flammable materials away from the exhaust pipe.

c Do not stop or park the vehicle over flammable materials such as dry grass, waste paper or rags, as they may burn easily.

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DRINKING ALCOHOL/DRUGS AND DRIVING

To help prevent damage c Do not use leaded gasoline. Deposits from leaded gasoline seriously reduce the three way catalyst’s ability to help reduce exhaust pollutants.

c Keep your engine tuned up. Malfunc- tions in the ignition, fuel injection, or electrical systems can cause overrich fuel flow into the converter, causing it to overheat. Do not keep driving if the engine misfires, or if noticeable loss of performance or other unusual op- erating conditions are detected. Have the vehicle inspected promptly by an authorized NISSAN dealer.

c Avoid driving with an extremely low fuel level. Running out of fuel could cause the engine to misfire, damaging the three way catalyst.

c Do not race the engine while warming

it up.

c Do not push or tow your vehicle to

start the engine.

Failure to operate this vehicle in a safe and prudent manner may result in loss of control or an accident. Be alert and drive defen- sively at all times. Obey all traffic regula- tions. Avoid excessive speed, high speed cornering, or sudden steering maneuvers, because these driving practices could cause you to lose control of your vehicle. As with any vehicle, a loss of control could result in a collision with other vehicles or objects, or cause the vehicle to rollover, particularly if the loss of control causes the vehicle to slide sideways. Be attentive at all times, and avoid driving when tired. Never drive when under the influence of alcohol or drugs (including prescription or over-the-counter drugs which may cause drowsiness). Always wear your seat belt as outlined in the ‘‘Seat Belts’’ section of this manual, and also instruct your passengers to do so.

WARNING

Alcohol in the blood stream reduces coordination, delays reaction time and impairs judgment. Driving after drink- ing alcohol increases the likelihood of being involved in an accident injuring yourself and others. Additionally, if you are injured in the accident alcohol can increase the severity of injury.

Nissan is committed to safe driving. How- ever, you must choose not to drive under the influence of alcohol. Every year thou- sands of people are injured or killed in alcohol related accidents. Although the local laws vary on what is considered to be legally intoxicated, the fact is that alcohol affects all people differently and most people underestimate the effects of alcohol. Remember, drinking and driving don’t mix! And that’s true for drugs, too (over the counter, prescription, and illegal drugs). Don’t drive if your ability to operate your vehicle is impaired by alcohol, drugs, or some other physical condition.

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up). If the wheel is left upside down, it is not locked.

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Manual transmission The switch includes an anti-theft steering lock device. LOCK Normal parking position (0) The ignition key can only be removed at this position. On manual to turn the ignition key to LOCK from ACC or ON, turn the key to OFF and press in the key release button, then turn the key to LOCK. In order for the steering wheel to be locked it must be straight up (logo on wheel will be

transmission models,

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Automatic transmission On automatic transmission models the igni- tion lock is designed so the key cannot be turned to LOCK and removed until the shift lever is moved to the P (Park) position. When removing the key from the ignition, make sure the shift lever is in the P (Park) position. When the key cannot be turned to the LOCK position, proceed as follows to remove the key: