2000 Nissan Sentra Owners Manual

Brake warning light functions for both the parking

or This light brake and the foot brake systems. When the ignition key is in the ON position, the light comes on when the parking brake is applied, and also warns of a low brake fluid level. If the light comes on while the engine is running with the parking brake not applied, stop the vehicle and perform the following:

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1. Check the brake fluid level. Add brake fluid in the

as necessary. See ‘‘Brake fluid’’ ‘‘Do-it-yourself’’ section of this manual.

2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the warning system checked by an autho- rized NISSAN dealer.

WARNING

c If the level is below the MINIMUM or MIN mark on the brake fluid reser- voir, do not drive until the brake system has been checked at an au- thorized NISSAN dealer.

c Your brake system may not be work- ing properly if the warning light is on. Driving could be dangerous. If you judge it to be safe, drive care- fully to the nearest service station for repairs. Otherwise, have your ve- hicle towed.

c Pressing the brake pedal with the engine stopped and/or a low brake fluid level may increase your stop- ping distance and braking will re- quire greater pedal effort as well as pedal travel.

or

Anti-lock brake warning light (if so equipped)

If the light comes on while the engine is running, it may indicate something is wrong with the anti-lock portion of the brake sys- tem. Have the system checked by an autho- rized NISSAN dealer. Turn off the engine, and start it again by slowly turning the ignition key (quickly doing so may cause the ABS light to stay on when there is nothing wrong). If the light stays on, have the system checked by an authorized NISSAN dealer. If an abnormality occurs in the system, the anti-lock function ceases, but the regular braking system continues to operate. If the light comes on while you are driving, contact an authorized NISSAN dealer for repair.

Low fuel warning light

This warning light comes on when the fuel in the tank is getting low. Refuel as soon as it is convenient, preferably before the fuel gauge reaches E (Empty).

There will be a small reserve of fuel remain- ing in the tank when the fuel gauge reaches E (Empty). INDICATOR LIGHTS

Overdrive off indicator light (automatic transmission only) This light comes on when the overdrive switch is in the OFF position.

Turn signal/hazard indicator lights

The appropriate light flashes when the turn signal lever switch is activated. Both lights flash when the hazard switch is turned on.

High beam indicator (Blue)

light

This blue light comes on when the headlight high beam is on and goes out when the low beam is selected. The high beam indicator light also comes on when the passing signal is activated.

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Cruise main switch indicator light (if so equipped)

The light comes on when the cruise control main switch is pushed. The light goes out when the main switch is pushed again. When the cruise main switch indicator light comes on, the cruise control system is operational.

Cruise SET indicator light (if so equipped)

The light comes on while the vehicle speed is controlled by the cruise control system. If the light blinks while the engine is running, it may indicate the cruise control system is not functioning properly. Have the system checked by your authorized NISSAN dealer.

Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL)

If the indicator lamp comes on steady or blinks while the engine is running, it may indicate a potential emission control mal- function. The malfunction indicator lamp may also come on steady if the fuel filler cap is loose or missing, or if the vehicle runs out of fuel. 2-10 Instruments and controls

the

Check to make sure the fuel filler cap is installed and closed tightly, and that the vehicle has at least three gallons of fuel in the fuel tank. lamp After a few driving trips, should turn off if no other potential emission control system malfunction exists. Operation The malfunction indicator lamp will come on in one of two ways: c Malfunction indicator lamp on steady - An emission control system malfunction has been detected. Check the fuel filler cap. If the fuel filler cap is loose or missing, tighten or install the cap and continue to drive the vehicle. The lamp should turn off after a few driving trips. If the lamp does not turn off after a few driving trips, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized NISSAN dealer. You do not need to have your vehicle towed to the dealer.

c Malfunction indicator lamp blinking - An engine misfire has been detected which may damage the emission control sys- tem. To reduce or avoid emission control system damage: a) do not drive at speeds above 45 MPH

(72 km/h).

b) avoid hard acceleration or deceleration. c) avoid steep uphill grades. d) if possible, reduce the amount of cargo

being hauled or towed.

The malfunction indicator lamp may stop blinking and come on steady. Have the vehicle inspected by an authorized NISSAN dealer. You do not need to have your vehicle towed to the dealer.

CAUTION

Continued vehicle operation without having the emission control system checked and repaired as necessary could lead to poor driveability, reduced fuel economy, and possible damage to the emission control system.

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CHIMES Key reminder chime A chime sounds if the driver’s side door is opened while the key is left in the ignition switch. Remove the key and take it with you when leaving the vehicle. Light reminder chime With the ignition switch in the OFF position, a chime sounds when the driver’s side door is opened if the headlights or parking lights are on. Turn the headlight control switch off before leaving the vehicle. Brake pad wear warning The disc brake pads have an audible wear warning. When a brake pad requires re- placement, it makes a high pitched scraping sound when the vehicle is in motion, whether or not is de- pressed. Have the brakes checked as soon as possible if the warning sound is heard.

the brake pedal

SECURITY SYSTEMS

IC0005

Your vehicle has two types of security sys- tems: c Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System–

NVIS (if so equipped)

c Theft warning (if so equipped) NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM (NVIS) (if so equipped) The Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System (NVIS) will not allow the engine to start without the use of a registered NVIS key. If the engine fails to start using a registered NVIS key (for example, when interference is

caused by another NVIS key, an automated toll road device or automated payment de- vice on the key ring), restart the engine using the following procedures: 1. Leave the ignition switch in the ON posi-

tion for approximately 5 seconds.

2. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF or LOCK position, and wait approximately 5
seconds.

3. Repeat step 1 and 2. 4. Restart the engine while holding the de- vice (which may have caused the inter- ference) separate from the registered NVIS key.

If the no start condition re-occurs, Nissan recommends placing the registered NVIS key on a separate key ring to avoid interfer- ence from other devices. Statement related to section 15 of FCC rules for Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System (CONT ASSY - IMMOBILIZER, ANT ASSY - IMMOBILIZER) This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the fol- lowing two conditions;

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(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, includ- ing interference that may cause undes- ired operation of the device. CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT EX- PRESSLY APPROVED BY THE MANU- FACTURER FOR COMPLIANCE COULD VOID THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO OP- ERATE THE EQUIPMENT.

If the light still remains on and/or the engine will not start, see your Nissan dealer for NVIS service as soon as pos- sible. Please bring all NVIS keys that you have when visiting your authorized NIS- SAN dealer for service. THEFT WARNING (if so equipped) The theft warning system provides visual and audio alarm signals if parts of the vehicle are disturbed.

LIC0047

Security indicator light (Nissan Ve- hicle Immobilizer System) The security indicator light is located on the instrument panel near the windshield. The security indicator light blinks every 3
seconds whenever the ignition switch is in the LOCK, OFF or ACC position. This func- tion indicates the Nissan Vehicle Immobi- lizer System (NVIS) is operational. If the NVIS is malfunctioning, the light will remain on while the ignition key is in the ON position.

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LIC0047

Security indicator light (Theft warn- ing) The security indicator light is located on the instrument panel near the windshield. The security indicator light shows the status of the theft warning system. The light operates whenever the ignition switch is in the LOCK, OFF, or ACC posi- tion. The theft warning system has four phases. For each phase the operation of the security indicator light is different.

How to arm the theft warning sys- tem 1. Close all windows. (The system can be armed even if the windows are open). 2. Remove the key from the ignition switch. 3. Close the hood, trunk lid and all doors. Lock all doors. The doors can be locked with the key or with the multi-remote controller. Multi-remote controller operation: c Push the LOCK button on the multi- remote controller. All doors lock. The hazard lights flash twice and the horn beeps once to indicate all doors are locked.

c When the LOCK button is pushed with all doors locked, the hazard lights flash twice and the horn beeps once as a reminder that the doors are al- ready locked. The horn may or may not beep once. Refer to ‘‘Silencing the horn beep fea- ture’’ later in this section.

4. Confirm that the SECURITY indicator light comes on. The SECURITY light stays on for about 30 seconds. The theft warning Instruments and controls 2-13

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LIC0053

system is now pre-armed. After about 30
seconds the theft warning system auto- matically shifts into the armed phase. The SECURITY light begins to flash once ev- ery three seconds. If, during the 30- second pre-arm time period, the door is unlocked by the key or the multi-remote controller, or the ignition key is turned to ACC or ON, the system will not arm.

c If the key is turned slowly when lock- ing the door, the system may not arm. Furthermore, if the key is turned ex- cessively to the unlock position, the system may be disarmed when the key is removed. If the indicator light fails to glow for 30 seconds, unlock the door once and lock it again.

c Even when the driver and/or passen- gers are in the vehicle, the system will arm with all doors, hood and trunk lid closed and locked with the ignition key in the OFF position.

Theft warning system activation The theft warning system will give the fol- lowing alarm: c The headlights blink and the horn sounds

intermittently.

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c The alarm automatically turns off after about 50 seconds. However, the alarm reactivates if the vehicle is tampered with again. The alarm can be shut off by unlocking a door or trunk lid with the key, or by pressing the UNLOCK button on the multi-remote controller.

The alarm is activated by: c opening the door or trunk lid without using the key or multi-remote controller (even if the door is unlocked by releasing the door inside lock switch) or opening the trunk lid by operating the opener lever.

c opening the hood. How to stop an activated alarm The alarm stops only by unlocking a door or the trunk lid with the key, or by pressing the UNLOCK button on the multi-remote controller. The alarm does not stop if the ignition switch is turned to ACC or ON.

WIC0036

Silencing the horn beep feature If desired, the horn beep feature can be deactivated using the multi-remote control- ler. The instructions are on the back of the multi-remote controller.

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To deactivate: Press and hold the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons for at least three seconds. The hazard lights will quickly flash three times to confirm that the horn beep feature has been deactivated. To activate: Press and hold the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons for at least three sec- onds once more. The hazard lights will flash once and the horn will sound once to confirm that the horn beep feature has been reactivated. Deactivating the horn feature does not si- lence the horn if the alarm is triggered. If the system does not operate as de- scribed above, have it checked by an authorized NISSAN dealer.

WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH

WIC0049

SWITCH OPERATION Push the lever down to operate the wiper. Pull the lever toward you to operate the washer. The ignition switch must be in the ON position for the wipers or washer to be activated. Operating the washer automati-

cally cycles the wipers three times.

CAUTION

c Do not operate the washer continu-

ously for more than 30 seconds.

c Do not operate the washer if the

reservoir tank is empty.

WARNING

In freezing temperatures the washer solution may freeze on the windshield and obscure your vision which may lead to an accident. Warm the wind- shield with the defroster before you wash the windshield.

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REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER SWITCH

HEADLIGHT AND TURN SIGNAL SWITCH

LIC0026

To defog the rear window glass, start the engine and push the rear window defogger switch on. (The indicator light on the switch comes on.) Push the switch again to turn the defogger off. The rear window defogger switch automati- cally turns off after approximately 15 min- utes.

CAUTION

When cleaning the inner side of the rear window, be careful not to scratch or damage the rear window defogger.

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Lighting Turn the switch to the The front parking, instrument panel lights come on.

tail,

position:

license plate and

AIC1116

position:

Turn the switch to the The headlights come on and all the other lights remain on. To select the high beam function, push the lever forward. The high beam lights come on and the light illuminates. Pull the lever back to select the low beam.

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INSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESS CONTROL

position for full

with the parking brake released. The day- time running lights operate with the head- light switch in the OFF position or in the position. Turn the headlight switch illumination

to the when driving at night. If the parking brake is applied before the engine is started, the daytime running lights do not illuminate. The daytime running lights illuminate once the parking brake is re- leased. The daytime running lights will re- main on until the ignition switch is turned off.

AIC0608

WARNING

When the daytime running light system is active, tail lights on your vehicle are not on. It is necessary at dusk to turn on your headlights. Failure to do so could cause an accident injuring your- self and others.

The instrument brightness control operates when the headlight switch is in the

or

position.

Turn the control to adjust the brightness of instrument panel lights. Passing signal Pulling and releasing the lever flashes the headlight high beams on and off. DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT SYSTEM (Canada only) The headlights automatically illuminate at a reduced intensity when the engine is started

TURN SIGNAL SWITCH Turn signal Move the lever up or down to signal the turning direction. When the turn is com- pleted, the turn signals cancel automati- cally. Lane change signal To signal a lane change, move the lever up or down to the point where the indicator light begins to flash, but the lever does not latch.

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FOG LIGHT SWITCH (if so equipped)

HAZARD WARNING FLASHER SWITCH

c Turn signals do not work when the

hazard warning flasher lights are on.

The flashers can be actuated with the igni- tion switch in either the OFF or ON position. Some state laws may prohibit the use of the hazard warning flasher switch while driving.

AIC0618

WIC0037

position.

To turn the front fog lights on, rotate the switch to the To turn them off, rotate the switch to the OFF position. The headlight switch must be in the position (low beam headlights on) for the fog lights to operate. The fog lights automatically turn off whenever the high- beam headlight function is selected.

Push the switch on to warn other drivers when you must stop or park under emer- gency conditions. All turn signal lights flash.

WARNING

c If stopping for an emergency, be sure to move the vehicle well off the road. c Do not use the hazard warning flashers while moving on the highway unless unusual circumstances force you to drive so slowly that your vehicle might become a hazard to other traffic.

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HORN

POWER SOCKET

SIC280

WIC0027

To sound the horn, push the center pad area of the steering wheel.

The power socket is for powering electrical accessories such as cellular telephones.

CAUTION

c Take care as the socket and plug may be hot during or immediately after use.

c This power socket is not designed for use with a cigarette lighter unit. c Do not use with accessories that exceed a 12 volt, 120W (10A) power draw. Do not use double adapters or more than one electrical accessory.

c Use this power socket with the en- gine running. the engine is stopped, this could result in a dis- charged battery.)

(If

c Avoid using when the air condi- tioner, headlights or rear window de- fogger is on.

c Before inserting or disconnecting a plug, be sure to turn off the power switch of electrical accessory being used or the ACC power of the ve- hicle.

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CIGARETTE LIGHTER (accessory) AND ASHTRAY

c Push the plug in as far as it will go. If good contact is not made, the plug may overheat or the internal tem- perature fuse may blow.

c When not in use, be sure to close the cap. Do not allow water to contact the socket.

AIC0607

The cigarette lighter element is an acces- sory. A genuine NISSAN cigarette lighter can be purchased from an authorized NISSAN dealer.

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The cigarette lighter operates when the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position. Push the lighter in all the way. When the lighter is heated, it springs out. Return the lighter to its original position after use.

WARNING

The cigarette lighter should not be used while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation.

CAUTION

The cigarette lighter socket is a power source for the cigarette lighter element only. The use of the cigarette lighter socket as a power source for any other accessory is not recommended.

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STORAGE

CAUTION

c Do not use for anything other than

glasses.

c Do not leave glasses in the glasses case while parking in direct sunlight. The heat may damage the glasses.

WIC0028

GLASSES CASE (if so equipped) To open the glasses case, push and re- lease.

WARNING

The glasses case should not be used while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation.

AIC1140

CUP HOLDERS Front The right side cup holder and ashtray can- not be used at the same time. Close the ashtray before using the cup holder. Remove the rubber cup holder to clean.

WARNING

The cup holder should not be used while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation.

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AIC1141

APD0601

LIC0042

GLOVE BOX Open the glove box by pulling the handle.

COIN BOX

WARNING

WARNING

Keep glove box lid closed while driving to help prevent injury in an accident or a sudden stop.

The coin box should not be used while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation.

Rear (if so equipped) To open, pull the cup holder out fully. To close, push the cup holder in fully.

CAUTION

c Avoid abrupt starting and braking when the cup holder is being used to prevent spilling the drink. If the liq- uid is hot, it can scald you or your passenger.

c Use only soft cups in the cup holder. Hard objects can injure you in an accident.

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LIC0038

CONSOLE BOX (if so equipped)

WARNING

The center console box should not be used while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation.

Pull up on the lever to open the console box lid. The console box can store cassette tapes and compact discs. A business card holder and a tissue holder are also con- tained within the console box.

LIC0029

INSTRUMENT PANEL STORAGE To open the storage tray, push and release. The storage tray will automatically move to the open position.

WARNING

c The storage tray should not be used while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation.

c Keep the tray lid closed while driving to help prevent contents from be- coming projectiles causing injury in an accident or during a sudden stop.

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WARNING

c Properly secure all cargo to help

prevent it from sliding or shifting.

c Be sure to secure hooks into the retainers. The cargo restrained in the net must not exceed 30 lbs. (13.6 kg) or the net may not stay secured.

CARGO NET (if so equipped) The cargo net helps keep packages in the cargo area from moving around while the vehicle is in motion. The cargo net is attached to retainers and can be attached in three different positions. To install the cargo net, attach the hooks to the retainers. To remove the cargo net, detach the hooks from the cargo net retainers.

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LIC0048

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WINDOWS

POWER WINDOWS (if so equipped)

WARNING

c Make sure that all passengers have their hands, etc. inside the vehicle before closing the windows. Use the window lock switch to prevent unex- pected use of the power windows.

c Do not leave children unattended in- side the vehicle. They could un- knowingly activate switches or con- trols and become trapped in a window. Unattended children could become involved in serious acci- dents.

AIC1142

LIC0043

The power windows operate only when the ignition key is in the ON position. To open the driver side window, push the driver’s side automatic switch down until the desired window position is reached. To close the window, lift the switch up. The driver side control panel is equipped with switches to open or close all the windows. Locking passengers’ windows When the window lock button is depressed, only the driver side window can be opened or closed. Push it again to cancel the win- dow lock function.

The passenger side switch opens or closes only the passenger side window. To open the window, push the switch down. To close the window, lift the switch up.

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LIC0044

AIC1144

AIC0648

Rear power windows The rear power window switches open or close only the corresponding window. To open the window, push the switch down. To close the window, lift the switch up.

Automatic operation To fully open the driver’s side window, press the driver’s side window switch down to the second detent and release it. The window automatically opens all the way. To stop the window, lift the switch up while the window is opening.

MANUAL WINDOWS The side windows can be opened or closed by turning the hand crank on each door. To open a window on the driver side, turn the crank clockwise. To close a window, turn the crank counterclockwise. To open a window on the passenger side, turn the crank counterclockwise. To close a window, turn the crank clockwise.

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SUNROOF (if so equipped)

AIC1145

The sunroof only operates with the ignition key in the ON position. NOTE: If the battery is discharged or is discon- nected, the sunroof may not operate cor- rectly, and must be reset. From any sunroof position (full open, par- tially open, closed, partially vented and vented), push and hold the button in the forward position until the sunroof vents in the full-up position. This resets the sunroof motor memory and now the sunroof will operate correctly.

c Do not allow anyone to stand up or extend any portion of their body out of the sunroof opening while the vehicle is in motion, or while the sunroof is closing.

CAUTION

c Remove water drops, snow, ice or sand from the sunroof before open- ing.

c Do not place heavy objects on the

sunroof or surrounding area.

Sliding the sunroof To open the sunroof, push the switch toward DOWN/OPEN. To close the sunroof, push the switch toward UP/CLOSE. Tilting the sunroof Close the sunroof by pushing the switch toward UP/CLOSE. Release the switch, then push the UP/CLOSE switch to tilt the sunroof up. To tilt the sunroof down, push the switch toward DOWN/OPEN. Sun shade Open and close the sun shade by sliding it forward or backward.

WARNING

c In an accident you could be thrown from the vehicle through an open sunroof. Always use seat belts and child restraints.

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INTERIOR LIGHT

MAP LIGHTS (if so equipped)

CAUTION

Do not use for extended periods of time with the engine stopped. This could result in a discharged battery.

SIC0025

The interior light has a three-position switch. The interior light operates regardless of ignition key position. c When the switch is in the OFF position, the interior light does not illuminate, re- gardless of door position.

LIC0045

To turn the map lights on, press the switches. To turn them off, press the switches again.

c When the switch is in the center j illuminates

the interior

position, when a door is opened.

light

c When the switch is in the ON position, the interior light illuminates, regardless of door position.

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TRUNK LIGHT (if so equipped)

The light illuminates when the trunk lid is opened. When the trunk lid is closed, the light goes off. For bulb replacement proce- dures, refer to “Bulb replacement” in the ‘‘Do-it-yourself’’ section of this manual.

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MEMO

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3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments

Keys .......................................................................3-2
Nissan vehicle immobilizer system (NVIS) keys (if so equipped)..............................................3-2
Doors......................................................................3-3
Locking with key.....................................................3-3
Locking with inside lock knob ................................3-4
Locking with power door lock (if so equipped) ......3-4
Child safety rear door lock.....................................3-4
Multi-remote control system (if so equipped).........3-5
How to use multi-remote control system ...............3-5
Battery replacement ...............................................3-8
Hood.......................................................................3-9
Trunk lid................................................................3-10

Opener operation .................................................3-10
Key operation .......................................................3-11
Fuel filler lid..........................................................3-12
Opener operation .................................................3-12
Fuel filler cap........................................................3-12
Steering wheel .....................................................3-13
Tilt operation.........................................................3-13
Sun visors ...........................................................3-14
Vanity mirror.........................................................3-14
Mirrors ..................................................................3-14
Inside mirror .........................................................3-14
Outside mirror remote control ..............................3-15

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KEYS

WPD0034

3-2 Pre-driving checks and adjustments

As many as 5 NVIS keys can be used with one vehicle. At this time, you should bring all NVIS keys that you have to your autho- rized NISSAN dealer for registration. This is because the registration process will erase the memory of all key codes previously registered into the Nissan Vehicle Immobi- lizer System. After the registration process, these components will only recognize keys coded into the Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System (NVIS) during registration. Any key that is not given to your dealer at the time of registration will no longer be able to start your vehicle.

A key number plate is supplied with your keys. Record the key number and keep it in a safe place (such as your wallet), not in the vehicle. If you lose your keys, see an autho- rized NISSAN dealer for duplicates by using the key number. NISSAN does not record key numbers so it is very important to keep track of your key number plate. A key number is only necessary when you have lost all keys and do not have one to duplicate from. If you still have a key, your authorized NISSAN dealer can duplicate it. Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer Sys- tem (NVIS) keys (if so equipped) You can only start your vehicle using the keys that are supplied by your NISSAN dealer. Each key has a transponder chip in the key head that is electronically registered to your vehicle’s NVIS. These keys can be used for all of the key locks on your vehicle. Never leave these keys in the vehicle. New or duplicate keys can only be ob- tained from your NISSAN dealer and must be registered to the Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System (NVIS) components in your vehicle by an authorized NISSAN dealer.

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DOORS

WARNING

c Always have the doors locked while driving. Along with the use of seat belts, this provides greater safety in the event of an accident by helping to prevent persons from being thrown from the vehicle. This also helps keep children and others from unintentionally opening the doors, and will help keep out intruders.

c Before opening any door, always look for and avoid oncoming traffic. c Do not leave children unattended in- side the vehicle. They could unknow- ingly activate switches and controls. Unattended children could become involved in serious accidents.

WPD0017

WPD0018

LOCKING WITH KEY Manual To lock the door, turn the key towards the front of the vehicle. To unlock, turn it to- wards the rear.

Power (if so equipped) If your vehicle is equipped with the theft warning system, the power door lock sys- tem allows you to lock or unlock all doors simultaneously. Turning the front door key to the front of the vehicle locks all doors. Turning the front door key one time to the rear of the vehicle unlocks the corresponding door. From that position, returning the key to neutral (where the key can only be removed and inserted) and turning it to the rear again within 5 seconds unlocks all doors.

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APD1109

WPD0033

WPD0019

LOCKING WITH INSIDE LOCK KNOB To lock the door without the key, move the inside lock knob to the lock position, then close the door. When locking the door this way, be certain not to leave the key inside the vehicle.

LOCKING WITH POWER DOOR LOCK (if so equipped) To lock all the doors without a key, push the door lock switch (driver or front passenger side), to the lock position. When locking the door this way, be certain not to leave the key inside the vehicle. When the power door lock switch (driver or passenger side) is moved to the lock posi- tion with the key in the ignition and any door open, all doors will lock and then unlock automatically.

CHILD SAFETY REAR DOOR LOCK Child safety locks help prevent the rear doors from being opened accidentally, es- pecially when small children are in the ve- hicle. The child safety lock levers are located on the edge of the rear doors. When the lever is in the lock position, the rear door can be opened only from the outside.

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MULTI-REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM (if so equipped)

It is possible to lock/unlock all doors, turn the interior light on or off, and activate the panic alarm by using the remote controller from outside the car. Be sure to remove the key from the vehicle before locking the doors. The remote controller can operate at a distance of approximately 49 ft (15 m) from the vehicle. The effective distance depends upon the conditions around the vehicle. As many as four remote controllers can be used with one vehicle. For information con- cerning the purchase and use of additional remote controllers, contact an authorized NISSAN dealer.

CAUTION

Listed below are conditions or occur- rences which will damage the remote controller: c Do not allow the remote controller to

become wet.

c Do not drop the remote controller. c Do not strike the remote controller

sharply against another object.

c Do not place the remote controller for an extended period in an area where temperatures exceed 140°F (60°C).

c When the LOCK button is pushed with all doors locked, the hazard lights flash twice and the horn beeps once as a reminder that the doors are already locked. The horn may or may not beep once. Refer to ‘‘Silencing the horn beep fea- ture’’ later in this section for details.

HOW TO USE MULTI-REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM Locking doors 1. Close all windows. 2. Remove the key from the ignition switch. 3. Close the hood, trunk lid and all doors. 4. Push the LOCK button on the multi- remote controller. All the doors lock. The hazard lights flash twice and the horn beeps once to indicate all doors are locked.

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waiting for 30 seconds by turning the igni- tion to the ON position or by pressing the LOCK button on the multi-remote controller. Releasing the trunk lid 1. Push the TRUNK button on the multi- remote controller for longer than 0.5 sec- ond. The trunk release button on the multi-remote controller will not operate when the ignition switch is in the ON position.

2. The trunk lid opens. Using the panic alarm If you are near your vehicle and feel threat- ened, you may activate the panic alarm to call attention as follows: 1. Push the PANIC button on the remote controller for longer than 0.8 seconds. 2. The panic alarm and headlights stay on

for 25 seconds.

3. The panic alarm stops when the LOCK, UNLOCK, or the PANIC button is pushed on the multi-remote controller.

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Unlocking doors 1. Push the UNLOCK button on the multi- remote controller. Only the driver side door unlocks.

2. Push the UNLOCK button on the multi- 3-6 Pre-driving checks and adjustments

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remote controller again within 5 seconds. The passenger doors unlock.

3. The interior light illuminates for approxi-

mately 30 seconds.

The interior light can be turned off without

The hazard lights will flash once and the horn will sound once to confirm that the horn beep feature has been reactivated. Deactivating the horn beep feature does not silence the panic alarm.

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Silencing the horn beep feature If desired, the horn beep feature can be deactivated using the multi-remote control- ler. To deactivate: Press and hold the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons for at least three seconds. The hazard lights will quickly flash three times to confirm that the horn beep feature has been deactivated.

To activate: Press and hold the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons for at least three sec- onds once more.

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the multi-remote controller operation.

If the battery is removed for any reason other than replacement, perform step five. c An improperly disposed battery can hurt the environment. Always confirm local regulations for battery disposal. c The multi-remote controller is water- resistant; however, if it does get wet, immediately wipe completely dry.

c The operational range of the multi- remote controller extends to approxi- mately 49 ft (15 m) from the vehicle. This range may vary with conditions.

FCC Notice: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer for com- pliance could void the user’s authority to operate 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 re- ceived, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

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BATTERY REPLACEMENT Replace the battery in the multi-remote con- troller as follows: 1. Open the lid using a coin. 2. Remove the battery.

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3. Install a new battery.

Recommended battery: Sanyo CR2025
or equivalent.

4. Close the lid securely. 5. Press the LOCK button, then the UN- LOCK button two or three times to check

HOOD

1. Pull

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the hood lock release handle s1
located below the driver side instrument panel. The hood will spring up slightly.

2. Push the lever to the left s2 at the front of the hood with your fingertips and raise the hood.

3. Insert

the support

rod into the slot marked with the arrow on the underside of the hood.

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WARNING

c Make sure the hood is completely closed and latched before driving. Failure to do so could cause the hood to fly open and result in an accident.

c If you see steam or smoke coming to

from the engine compartment, avoid injury do not open the hood.

4. When closing the hood, return the sup- port rod to its original position, lower the hood to approximately 12 inches above the latch and release it. This allows proper engagement of the hood latch.

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TRUNK LID

Type B The trunk lid release is located on the instrument panel. To open the trunk, push the release in the direction indicated in the illustration. To close the trunk lid, push it down securely.

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locked, with the trunk closed, when not in use, and prevent children’s access to car keys.

Type A 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 down securely.

OPENER OPERATION WARNING

c Do not drive with the trunk lid open. This could allow dangerous exhaust gases to be drawn into the vehicle. See ‘‘Exhaust gas’’ in the ‘‘Starting and driving’’ section of this manual. c Closely supervise children when they are around cars to prevent them from playing and becoming locked in the trunk where they could be seriously injured. Keep the car

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Cancel lever When the lever is in the cancel position, the trunk lid cannot be opened with the trunk lid opener lever. It can be opened only with the key.

KEY OPERATION To open the trunk lid from outside the vehicle, turn the key clockwise. To close the trunk lid, push the trunk lid down securely.

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FUEL FILLER LID

OPENER OPERATION To open the fuel filler lid, pull up the opener lever. To lock, close the fuel filler lid se- curely.

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

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WARNING

c Gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive under certain con- ditions. You could be burned or se- riously injured if it is misused or mishandled. Always stop the engine and do not smoke or allow open flames or sparks near the vehicle when refueling.

c Fuel may be under pressure. Turn the cap one-half turn and wait for any ‘‘hissing’’ sound to stop to pre- vent fuel from spraying out and pos- sibly causing personal injury. Then remove the cap.

c Do not attempt to top off the fuel tank after the fuel pump nozzle shuts off automatically. Continued refuel- ing may cause fuel overflow, result- ing in fuel spray and possibly fire.

c Use only an original equipment type fuel filler cap as a replacement. It has a built-in safety valve needed for proper operation of the fuel system and emission control system. An in- correct cap can result in a serious malfunction and possible injury.

c Never pour fuel into the throttle body

to attempt to start your vehicle.

CAUTION

c If fuel is spilled on the vehicle body, flush it away with water to avoid paint damage.

c Tighten until the fuel filler cap clicks. Failure to tighten the fuel filler cap properly may cause the mal- function indicator lamp (MIL) to illu- minate. If the lamp illuminates because the fuel filler cap is loose or missing, tighten or install the cap and continue to drive the vehicle. The lamp should turn off after a few driving trips. If the lamp does not turn off after a few driving trips, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized NISSAN dealer.

c For additional information, see the ‘‘Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL)’’ in the ‘‘Instruments and controls’’ section earlier in this manual.

STEERING WHEEL

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the lock lever down and adjust

TILT OPERATION Pull the steering wheel up or down to the desired position. Push the lock lever up firmly to lock the steering wheel in place.

WARNING

Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. You could lose control of your vehicle and cause an accident.

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SUN VISORS

MIRRORS

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CAUTION

Do not store the sun visor before re- turning it to its original position.

VANITY MIRROR To access a vanity mirror, pull the sun visor down and lift the mirror cover. Some vanity mirrors are illuminated and turn on when the mirror cover is opened.

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

WARNING

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

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OUTSIDE MIRROR REMOTE CONTROL Electric control type (if so equipped) The outside mirror control operates only when the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position. Select adjust using the control lever.

the right or left side mirror,

then

WARNING

Objects viewed in the outside mirror on the passenger side are closer than they appear. Be careful when moving to the right. Using only this mirror could cause an accident. Use the inside mirror or glance over your shoulder to properly judge distances to other objects.

The electric control type outside mirrors (if so equipped) can be heated to defrost, defog, or de-ice for improved visibility. Press the rear window defogger switch to activate the heating function. Press the switch again to deactivate, or the heating function will automatically turn off after ap- proximately 15 minutes.

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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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MEMO

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4 Heater, air conditioner and audio systems

Ventilators ..............................................................4-2
Heater and air conditioner......................................4-3
Controls ..................................................................4-3
Heater operation ....................................................4-4
Air conditioner operation (if so equipped)..............4-5
Air flow charts.........................................................4-6
Servicing air conditioner.........................................4-9

Audio system........................................................4-10
FM-AM radio with cassette player .......................4-10
FM-AM radio with compact disc player................4-15
Compact disc CD changer (if so equipped).........4-20
Antenna ................................................................4-23
Car phone or CB radio.........................................4-23

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VENTILATORS

Adjust air flow direction by moving the ven- tilator slide.

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HEATER AND AIR CONDITIONER

WARNING

leave children,

c The air conditioner cooling function operates only when the engine is running. c Do not

impaired adults, or pets alone in your vehicle. On hot, sunny days, temperatures in a closed vehicle could quickly be- come high enough to cause severe or possibly fatal injuries to people or animals.

c Do not use the recirculation mode for long periods as it may cause the interior air to become stale and the windows to fog up.

c Positioning of the heater and air con- ditioner controls should not be done while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation.

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.

The air flow control dial also has intermedi- ate positions which allow the air flow to be distributed between two of the icon posi- tions on the air flow control dial. 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)

Air conditioner 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 the OFF position for normal heater or air conditioner operation. ON position (indicator light on): Interior air is recirculated inside the vehicle. Push the button to the on position when: c driving on a dusty road. c to avoid traffic fumes. c for maximum cooling when using the air

conditioner.

Start the engine, turn the fan control dial to the desired (one to four) position, and push button to turn on the air condi- the tioner. The indicator light comes on when the air conditioner is operating. To turn off the air conditioner, push the button again. The air conditioner cooling function op- erates only when the engine is running. HEATER OPERATION Heating This mode is used to direct hot air mainly from the foot outlets. A small amount of air also flows from the defrost outlets. 1. Push the

button (if so equipped) to

the off position for normal heating.

2. Move the air flow 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

button (if so equipped) to

the off position.

2. Move the air flow control dial

to the

position.

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. Move the air flow control dial

to the

position.

position.

2. Move the fan control dial to the desired

3. Move the fan control dial to the desired

position.

position.

4. Move the temperature control dial to the

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

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c To quickly remove ice or fog from the windows, turn on the fan control dial to 4
and the temperature control lever to the full HOT position.

c When the

position is selected, the air conditioner automatically turns on (however, the indicator light will not illu- minate). This dehumidifies the air which helps defog the windshield.

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

button (if so equipped) to

the off position.

2. Move the air flow control dial

to the

position.

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. Move the air flow control dial

to the

position.

c When the

function

position is selected the automatically cancels. Outside air is drawn into the passenger compartment to improve the defogging performance.

2. Move the fan control dial to the desired

position.

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

c When the

position is selected, the air conditioner automatically turns on (however, the indicator light will not illu- minate). This dehumidifies the air which helps defog the windshield.

Operating tips Clear snow and ice from the wiper blades and air inlet in front of the wind- shield. This improves heater operation.

AIR CONDITIONER OPERATION (if so equipped) Start the engine, move the fan control dial to the desired (one to four) position, and push button to activate the air condi- in the tioner. When the air conditioner is on, cool- ing 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 the air. 1. Push the 2. Move the air flow control dial

button to the off position. to the

position.

3. Move the fan control dial to the desired

position. 4. Push the

comes on.

button. The indicator light

5. Move the temperature control dial to the

desired position.

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the on position. Be sure to return the to the off position for normal cooling.

Dehumidified heating This mode is used to heat and dehumidify the air. 1. Push the 2. Move the air flow control dial

button to the off position. to the

position.

3. Move the fan control dial to the desired

position. 4. Push the

comes on.

button. The indicator light

5. Move the temperature control dial to the

desired position.

Dehumidified defogging This mode is used to defog the windows and dehumidify the air. 1. Move the air flow control dial

to the

position.

c When the

position is selected the function automatically cancels. Outside air is drawn into the passenger compartment to improve the defogging performance.

the air conditioner off. See ‘‘If your vehicle overheats’’ in the ‘‘In case of emergency’’ section of this manual.

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

c When the

position is selected, the air conditioner automatically turns on (however, the indicator light will not illu- minate). This dehumidifies the air which helps defog the windshield.

2. Move the fan control dial to the desired

position.

3. Move the temperature control dial to the

desired position.

Operating tips c Keep windows and sunroof 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.

c The air conditioning system should be operated for approximately ten min- utes at least once a month. This helps prevent 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

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SERVICING AIR CONDITIONER

The air conditioner system in your NISSAN is charged with a refrigerant designed with the environment in mind. This 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 conditioner system. See ‘‘Air conditioner system refrigerant and lubricant recommen- dations’’ in the ‘‘Technical and consumer information’’ section of this manual. An authorized NISSAN dealer will be able to service your environmentally ‘‘friendly’’ air conditioner system.

WARNING

The air conditioner system contains refrigerant under high pressure. To avoid personal injury, any air condi- tioner service should be done only by an experienced technician with proper equipment.

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AUDIO SYSTEM

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FM-AM RADIO WITH CASSETTE PLAYER Audio main operation 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 external influences. Intermittent changes in reception quality normally are caused by these external influences. Using a cellular phone in or near the vehicle may influence radio reception quality. ONzOFF/VOL control knob Turn the ignition key to ACC or ON, then push the ONzOFF/VOL control knob. The mode (radio or cassette) which was playing immediately before the system was turned off resumes playing. When no cassette is loaded, the radio comes on. Pushing the ONzOFF/VOL button again turns the system off.

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Turn the ONzOFF/VOL control knob to ad- just the volume.

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Adjusting tone quality and speaker bal- ance To adjust BASSzTREBzFADERzBAL (Bass, Treble, Fader, Balance), press the AUDIO button until the desired mode (BAS, TRE, FAD or BAL) appears in the display. Press the button to adjust Bass (BAS) and Treble (TRE) to the desired level. Use the button to ad- just Fader or Balance modes. Fader adjusts the sound level between the front and rear speakers and Balance (BAL) adjusts the sound level between the right and left speakers.

or

or

After 10 seconds, the radio or cassette tape display reappears. Once the sound quality is set to the desired level, press the AUDIO button repeatedly until the radio or cassette tape display appears. Clock operation Pressing the CLOCK button alternates the clock and the radio/cassette tape options in the display. Clock set Depressing the CLOCK and the buttons together sets hours. Depressing the CLOCK and 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 10 seconds then returns to the clock mode. NOTE: After clock adjustment, the radio is in the clock priority mode.

buttons together sets minutes.

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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. FM-AM radio operation FM-AM band select Push the change from AM to FM reception. The FM stereo indicator, ST, illuminates during FM stereo reception. When the ste- reo broadcast signal is weak, the radio au- tomatically changes from stereo to monaural reception.

band select button to

TUNE buttons

WARNING

The radio should not be tuned while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation.

SEEK/SCAN tuning

tuning button

SEEK tuning Push the for less than 1.5 seconds. SEEK tuning begins from low to high frequencies and stops at the next broadcasting station. Pushing the button again continues the SEEK function. Once the highest broadcasting station is reached, the radio continues in the SEEK mode at the lowest broadcast station. SCAN tuning Push the for more than 1.5 seconds. SCAN illuminates in the display. SCAN tuning begins from low to high frequencies and stops at each broadcasting station for five seconds. Pushing the button again during this five-second period stops SCAN tuning and the radio remains tuned to that station.

tuning button

and

Use the buttons for manual tuning. To move quickly through the channels, hold either of the tune buttons down for more than 0.5 seconds. 4-12 Heater, air conditioner and audio systems

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Station memory operations Six stations can be set for the AM band. Twelve stations can be set for the FM band (six for FM1, six for FM2). 1. Push the

band select button to select

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AM, FM1, or FM2. The selected band illu- minates in the display.

cally turns off and the cassette tape begins to play.

2. Tune to the desired station. 3. Push the desired station select button for more than 1.5 seconds. For example, in the illustrations, ch2 is to be memorized. The radio mutes when the select button is pushed.

4. When the sound resumes, memorizing is

complete.

5. Other station select buttons can be set in

the same manner.

If the battery cable is disconnected, or if the radio fuse opens, the radio memory is can- celled. In that case, reset the desired sta- tions. Cassette tape player operation Turn the ignition key to ACC or ON, and carefully insert a cassette tape into the tape door. The cassette tape automatically pulls into the player. The word TAPE and moving digital squares illuminate on the right side of the display window. If the radio is already operating it automati-

CAUTION

Do not force the cassette tape into the tape door. This 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 mov- ing digital squares illuminate on the left side of the display window. Precautions on cassette player opera- tion 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,