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the vehicle or trailer. Static electric- ity can cause an explosion of flam- mable liquid, vapor or gas in any vehicle or trailer. To reduce the risk of serious injury or death when fill- ing portable fuel containers: — Always place the container on

the ground when filling.

— Do not use electronic devices

while filling.

— Keep the pump nozzle in contact with the container while you are filling it.

— Use only approved portable fuel containers for flammable liquid. 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.

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STEERING WHEEL

SUN VISORS

WPD0028

LPD0022

APD1076

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.

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.

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MIRRORS

APD0612

WPD0104

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

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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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.

Heated Mirrors (Canada only) 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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LPD0029

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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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
Radio ...............................................................4-10

FM radio reception ..........................................4-10
AM radio reception ..........................................4-10
Audio operation precautions ...........................4-11
FM-AM radio with compact disc player...........4-12
Compact disc (CD) changer (if so equipped)................................................4-17
CD care and cleaning......................................4-19
Antenna ...........................................................4-19
Car phone or CB radio.........................................4-20

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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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WHA0027

WHA0028

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WHA0029

WHA0030

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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.

WHA0031

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AUDIO SYSTEM

running,

influences.

RADIO Turn the ignition key to ACC or ON and press the power on switch to turn on the If you listen to the radio with the radio. engine not the key should be turned 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. Using a cellular phone in or near the vehicle may influence radio reception quality. Radio reception Your NISSAN radio system is equipped with state-of-the-art electronic circuits to en- hance radio reception. These circuits are designed to extend reception range, and to enhance the quality of that reception. However there are some general character- istics of both FM and AM radio signals that can affect radio reception quality in a mov- ing vehicle, even when the finest equipment is used. These characteristics are com- 4-10 Heater, air conditioner and audio systems

in a given reception area, pletely normal and do not indicate any malfunction in your NISSAN radio system. Reception conditions will constantly change because of vehicle movement. Buildings, terrain, signal distance and interference from other vehicles can work against ideal reception. Described below are some of the factors that can affect your radio reception. FM RADIO RECEPTION Range: FM range is normally limited to 25 to 30 miles (40 to 48 km), with monaural (single channel) FM having slightly more range than stereo FM. External influences may sometimes interfere with FM station reception even if the FM station is within 25
miles (40 km). The strength of the FM signal is directly related to the distance between the transmitter and receiver. FM signals follow a line-of-sight path, exhibiting many of the same characteristics as light. For example they will reflect off objects. Fade and drift: As your vehicle moves away from a station transmitter, the signals will tend to fade and/or drift. Static and flutter: During signal interference from buildings, large hills or due to antenna

position, usually in conjunction with in- creased distance from the station transmit- ter, static or flutter can be heard. This can be reduced by adjusting the treble control counterclockwise to reduce treble re- sponse. Multipath reception: Because of the reflec- tive characteristics of FM signals, direct and reflected signals reach the receiver at the same time. The signals may cancel each other, resulting in momentary flutter or loss of sound. AM RADIO RECEPTION AM signals, because of their low frequency, can bend around objects and skip along the ground. the signals can be bounced off the ionosphere and bent back to earth. Because of these characteristics. AM signals are also subject to interference as they travel from transmitter to receiver. Fading: Occurs while the vehicle is passing through freeway underpasses or in areas with many tall buildings. It can also occur for several seconds during ionospheric turbu-

In addition,

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lence even in areas where no obstacles exist. Static: Caused by thunderstorms, electrical power lines, electric signs and even traffic lights. AUDIO OPERATION PRECAU- TIONS Compact Disc (CD) Player

humidity. If this occurs, remove the CD and dehumidify or ventilate the player completely.

c The player may skip while driving on

rough roads.

c The CD player sometimes cannot function when the compartment tem- perature is extremely high. Decrease the temperature before use.

c Do not expose the CD to direct sun-

light.

c CDs that are of poor quality, dirty, scratched, covered with fingerprints, or that have pin holes may not work properly.

c Do not use the following CDs as they may cause the CD player to malfunction: c 8 cm (3.1 in) discs with an adapter c Recordable compact discs (CD-R) c Rewritable compact discs (CD-RW) c CDs that are not round c CDs with a paper label c CDs that are warped, scratched, or

have abnormal edges

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c Only use high quality 4.7 inches (12
cm) round discs that have the ‘‘COM- PACT disc DIGITAL AUDIO’’ logo on the disc or packaging.

c During cold weather or rainy days, the player may malfunction due to the

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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 CD) which was playing immediately before the system was turned off resumes playing. When no CD is loaded, the radio comes on. Pushing the ONzOFF/VOL button again turns the system off. Turn the ONzOFF/VOL control knob to the right to increase volume or to the left to decrease volume. Adjusting tone quality and speaker bal- ance To FAD/BAL (Bass/Treble or 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 also to adjust (FAD) or Balance (BAL) modes. Fader

BAS/TRE

adjust

or

or

or

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FM-AM RADIO WITH COMPACT DISC 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 4-12 Heater, air conditioner and audio systems

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

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Fader (FAD) adjusts the sound level be- tween the front and rear speakers and Bal- ance (BAL) adjusts the sound between the right and left speakers. Clock operation Pressing the clock button alternates the clock and the radio/CD player options in the display. Clock set Depressing the clock and buttons to- gether sets hours. Depressing the clock and

buttons together sets minutes.

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Clock priority mode In this mode the clock is shown in the display. If any radio or CD functions are activated, the radio or CD display illumi- nates for 10 seconds then returns to the clock mode. NOTE: After clock adjustment, the radio is in the clock priority mode. FM-AM radio operation FM/AM band select Push the button to change from AM to FM reception. The FM stereo indicator, ST, illuminates during FM stereo reception. When the ste- reo broadcast signal the radio automatically changes from stereo to mon- aural reception.

is weak,

TUNE buttons

WARNING

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

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and

buttons for manual Use the tuning. To move quickly through the chan- nels, hold either of the tune buttons down for more than 0.5 seconds. SEEK/SCAN button

SEEK tuning Push the SEEK/SCAN tuning button for less than 1.5 seconds. SEEK tuning begins from high to low frequencies or low to high frequencies, depending on which button is pressed, and stops at the next broadcasting station. Once the highest broadcasting station is reached, the radio continues in the SEEK mode at the lowest broadcasting station. SCAN tuning Push the SEEK/SCAN tuning button for more than 1.5 seconds. SCAN illu- minates in the display. SCAN tuning begins from high to low frequencies or low to high frequencies, depending on which button is pressed. SCAN tuning stops 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 the AM band. Twelve stations can be set for the FM band (six for FM1, six for FM2).

1. Push to select AM, FM1, or FM2. The selected band illuminates in the display.

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 indicator illuminates in the display and the sound resumes, memo- rizing 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 stations. Compact disc (CD) player operation Turn the ignition key to the ACC or ON position, and carefully insert the compact disc into the slot with the label side up. The compact disc is automatically pulled into the slot and starts to play. If the radio is already operating, it automati- cally turns off and the compact disc begins to play.

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CAUTION

Do not force the compact disc into the slot. This could damage the player.

CD When this button is pushed with the compact disc loaded and the radio playing, the radio turns off and the compact disc starts to play. When this button is pushed while the com- pact disc is playing, the compact disc stops playing.

FF (Fast Forward), REW (Rewind) buttons or button is pushed When the while the compact disc is playing, the com- pact disc plays at an increased speed while fast forwarding or rewinding. When the but- ton is released, the compact disc returns to normal play speed.

APS (Automatic Pro- gram Search) FF, APS REW

times to skip several selections. Each time the button is pushed, the CD advances one selection. (When the last selection on the compact disc is skipped, the first selection is played.) When the button is pushed, the selection being played returns to the beginning. Push the button several times to skip back several selections. Each time the button is pushed, the CD moves back one selection.

Repeat/Random button

When the button is pushed while the compact disc is playing, the play pattern changes as follows. 1: The current selection is repeated. RANDOM: Selections are played at ran- dom, not following the sequence on the compact disc. The same program may be repeated twice. Normal played in sequence. When a new compact disc is inserted, the play pattern automatically changes to the ‘‘Normal’’ play pattern.

(no symbol): All selections are

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CD EJECT button

button is pushed with a com-

When the pact disc loaded, the compact disc ejects. When the button is pushed while the compact disc is playing, the compact disc ejects and the system turns off. If the compact disc ejects and is not removed within 10 seconds, it is pulled back into the slot. Disc indicator light CD IN appears in the display when a CD is loaded with the system ON.

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When a disc selection button is pressed for less than 1.5 seconds, the CD changer enters the One Disc Loading Mode. The disc selection button starts flashing green and both WAIT and the disc selection button number flash in the display until the door is opened. When the door has opened, the display changes from WAIT to LOAD and the load indicator lights flash green. Load only one CD at a time. After the CD is loaded, the door closes, the load indicator lights turn off and the disc selection button turns a solid green. The CD that was loaded starts to play automatically. Disc Loading - ALL When a disc selection button is pressed for longer than 1.5 seconds, the CD changer automatically changes to All Disc Loading Mode. All disc selection buttons start flash- ing orange, except the disc selection button that was pushed initially. This button flashes green and both WAIT and the disc selection button number flash in the display until the door is opened. When the door opens, the display changes from WAIT to LOAD and the load indicator lights flash green. Load only one CD at a time. After the CD is loaded, the door closes, the load indicator Heater, air conditioner and audio systems 4-17

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Disc Loading - Single

CAUTION

Trying to load a CD with the door closed could damage the CD and/or CD changer.

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COMPACT DISC (CD) CHANGER (if so equipped) To use the CD changer, turn the ignition key to the ACC or ON position.

lights turn off and the disc selection button turns a solid green. After all the CDs have been loaded, the CD that was loaded first starts to play.

Play/Stop button

Press the button while a CD is play- the CD stops playing and the CD ing, button changer turns off. Press the while the CD changer is off, the last CD that was loaded starts to play. Press the button with no CDs loaded, the CD changer enters the One Disc Loading Mode.

FF (fast forward) REV (reverse) buttons or

When the button is pushed while the CD is playing, the CD plays at an increased speed while fast forwarding or reversing. When the button is released, the CD returns to normal play speed.

APS (Automatic Pro- gram Search) FF, APS REV

button several times to ning. Push the skip several selections. Each time the but- ton is pushed, the CD advances one selec- tion. When the last selection on the CD is skipped, the first selection is played. button is pushed, the current When the selection returns to the beginning. Push the button several times to skip back sev- eral selections. Each time the button is pushed, the CD moves back one selection. When the first selection on the CD is skipped, the last selection is played.

Repeat Button

When the button is pushed while a CD is playing, the play pattern will change as follows. ALL - All disc repeat: All CDs are played repeatedly in sequence. BLANK (no symbol) - One disc repeat: The current CD is repeated. 1 - One track repeat: The current selection is repeated. ALL RANDOM - All disc random: Selec- tions from all the CDs that are stored are played at random. The same program may be repeated twice. Pressing the but-

When the button is pushed while the CD is playing, the selection following the current one starts to play from the begin- 4-18 Heater, air conditioner and audio systems

ton will select the next random selection. RANDOM - One disc random: Selections from the current CD are played at random. The same program may be repeated twice. button will select the next Pressing the random selection. When a new CD is inserted, the play pattern automatically changes to the ‘‘ALL’’ play pattern.

CD Eject - Single

button is pressed for less When the than 1.5 seconds, then the current CD that is playing (or if the CD changer is off, the last CD that was played) ejects. The disc indicator light starts flashing orange and both WAIT and the disc selection button number flash in the display until the CD is ejected. When the CD is ejected, the disc indicator light turns off and the display turns from WAIT to EJECT. When the CD is removed from the unit, the CD changer automatically changes to One Disc Loading Mode so a new CD can be loaded into the empty holder. The disc indicator light starts flashing green and both LOAD and the disc selection button number appear in the dis- play until a CD is loaded. One Disc Loading

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Mode cancels if another disc selection but- ton is pushed or by waiting longer than 15
seconds to load a CD. CD Eject - ALL button is pressed for longer When the than 1.5 seconds, the CD changer auto- matically changes to All Disc Eject Mode. The disc indicator light for the current CD (or the last CD that was played) starts flashing orange and both WAIT and the disc selec- tion button number flash in the display until the CD ejects. When the CD ejects, the disc indicator light turns off and the display turns from WAIT to EJECT. When the CD is removed from the unit, the next CD starts to eject. After all the CDs are ejected, the CD changer turns off. If a CD is ejected and is not removed within 10 seconds, it will be pulled back into the slot.

outer edges. Remove the rough edges by rubbing the inner and outer edges with the side of a pen or pencil as illustrated.

ANTENNA The antenna cannot be shortened, but can be removed. When you need to remove the antenna, turn the antenna rod counterclock- wise. To install the antenna rod, turn the antenna clockwise. Tighten the antenna rod to speci- fication using a suitable tool such as an open-end wrench. The antenna rod tighten- ing specification is 3.4 - 3.6 Nzm (30 - 32
in-lb). Do not use pliers to tighten the an- tenna as they can leave marks on the antenna surface. The antenna rod cannot be hand tightened to the proper specifica- tion.

CAUTION

Always properly tighten the antenna rod during installation or the antenna rod may break during vehicle opera- tion.

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CD CARE AND CLEANING c Handle a CD by its edges. Never touch the surface of the disc. Do not bend the disc.

c Always place the discs in the storage

case when they are not being used.

c To clean a disc, wipe the surface from the center to the outer edge using a clean, soft cloth. Do not wipe the disc using a circular motion. Do not use a conventional record cleaner or alcohol intended for industrial use.

c A new disc may be rough on the inner and

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CAR PHONE OR CB RADIO

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.

WARNING

c A cellular telephone should not be used while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation. Some jurisdictions prohibit the use of cellular telephones while driving. c If you must make a call while your vehicle is in motion, the hands free cellular phone operational mode (if so equipped) is highly recom- mended. Exercise extreme caution at all times so full attention may be given to vehicle operation.

c If a conversation in a moving vehicle requires you to take notes, pull off the road to a safe location and stop your vehicle before doing so.

CAUTION

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

c Keep the antenna wire more than 8 in. (20 cm) away from the Multiport Fuel Injection harness. Do not route the antenna wire next to any harness.

c Adjust the antenna standing-wave ratio as recommended by the manu- facturer.

c Connect the ground wire from the

CB radio chassis to the body.

c For details, consult an authorized

NISSAN dealer.

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5 Starting and driving

Precautions when starting and driving...................5-2
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) .......................5-2
Three-way catalyst ............................................5-2
Avoiding collision and rollover...........................5-3
Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving....................5-3
Ignition switch.........................................................5-4
Automatic transmission .....................................5-4
Manual transmission..........................................5-5
Key positions .....................................................5-5
Nissan vehicle immobilizer system (NVIS) (if so equipped)......................................5-6
Before starting the engine......................................5-6
Starting the engine.................................................5-7
Driving the vehicle..................................................5-7
Automatic transmission (if so equipped)...........5-7
Manual transmission........................................5-11
Parking brake .......................................................5-13
Cruise control (if so equipped).............................5-14
Precautions on cruise control..........................5-14

Cruise control operations ................................5-15
Break-in schedule ................................................5-16
Increasing fuel economy ......................................5-16
Parking/parking on hills........................................5-17
Power steering .....................................................5-18
Brake system........................................................5-19
Braking precautions.........................................5-19
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) (if so equipped)................................................5-19
Cold weather driving ............................................5-21
Freeing a frozen door lock ..............................5-21
Anti-freeze .......................................................5-21
Battery .............................................................5-21
Draining of coolant ..........................................5-21
Tire equipment.................................................5-21
Special winter equipment ................................5-22
Driving on snow or ice.....................................5-22
Engine block heater (if so equipped) ..............5-22

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PRECAUTIONS WHEN STARTING AND DRIVING

WARNING

c Do not

leave children,

impaired 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 pos- sibly fatal injuries to people or ani- mals.

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

EXHAUST GAS (carbon monoxide)

WARNING

c Do not breathe exhaust gases; they contain colorless and odorless car-

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bon monoxide. Carbon monoxide is dangerous. It can cause uncon- sciousness 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.

c Do not park the vehicle with the engine 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 with the trunk lid open, follow these precau- tions. 1. Open all the windows. 2. Set the

air recirculation but- ton (if so equipped) to off and the fan control dial to 4 (high) to cir- culate the air.

c If electrical wiring or other cable connections 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. b. You suspect that exhaust fumes are 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 con- trol device installed in the exhaust system. Exhaust gases in the three-way catalyst are burned at high temperatures to help reduce pollutants.

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c The exhaust gas and the exhaust sys- tem are very hot. Keep people, ani- mals or flammable materials away from the exhaust system compo- nents.

c Do not stop or park the vehicle over flammable materials such as dry grass, waste paper or rags. They may ignite and cause a fire.

CAUTION

c Do not use leaded gasoline. Deposits from leaded gasoline seriously re- duce 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 over- rich fuel flow into the three-way cata- lyst, causing it to overheat. Do not keep driving if the engine misfires, or if noticeable loss of performance or other unusual operating condi- tions 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, damag- ing the three-way catalyst.

c Do not race the engine while warm-

ing it up.

c Do not push or tow your vehicle to

start the engine.

AVOIDING COLLISION AND ROLLOVER

WARNING

Failure to operate this vehicle in a safe and prudent manner may result in loss of control or an accident.

Be alert and drive defensively at all times. Obey all traffic regulations. 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, 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). Al- ways wear your seat belt as outlined in the ‘‘Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems’’ section of this manual, and also instruct your passengers to do so. DRINKING ALCOHOL/DRUGS AND DRIVING

WARNING

Never drive under the influence of alco- hol or drugs. Alcohol in the bloodstream reduces coordination, delays reaction time and impairs judgement. Driving after drinking alcohol increases the likelihood of being involved in an accident injuring yourself and others. Additionally, if you are injured in an accident, alcohol can increase the severity of injury.

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the influence of alcohol. Every year thou- sands of people are injured or killed in alcohol-related accidents. Although the lo- cal 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 is true for drugs, too (over-the- counter, prescription, and illegal drugs). Do not drive if your ability to operate your vehicle is impaired by alcohol, drugs, or some other physical condition.

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IGNITION SWITCH

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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 selector lever is moved to the P (Park) position. When removing the key from the ignition, make sure the shift selector lever is in the P (Park) position. When the key cannot be turned to the LOCK position, proceed as follows to remove the key.

1) Move the shift selector lever into the P

(Park) position.

2) Turn the ignition key slightly toward the

ON position.

3) Turn the key to the LOCK position. 4) Remove the key. The shift lever is designed so it cannot be moved out of P(Park) and into any of the other gear positions if the ignition key is turned to OFF or if the key is removed from the switch. The shift selector lever can be moved if the ignition switch is in the ON position and the foot brake pedal is depressed. There is an OFF position between the LOCK and ACC positions. The OFF posi- tion is indicated by a ‘‘1’’ on the key cylinder. When the ignition is in OFF, the steering wheel is not locked. In order for the steering wheel to be locked, it must be turned about 1/8 of a turn clockwise from the straight up posi- tion. To lock the steering wheel, turn the key to the LOCK position. To unlock the steering wheel, insert the key and turn it

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WARNING

Never remove or turn the key to the LOCK position while driving. The steer- ing wheel will lock. This may cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle and could result in serious vehicle damage or personal injury.

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MANUAL TRANSMISSION The ignition switch includes an anti-theft steering lock device. The key can be removed only when the ignition switch is in the LOCK position. On manual to turn the ignition key to LOCK from ACC or ON, push in the key, then turn the key to LOCK. In order for the steering wheel to be locked, it must be turned about 1/8 of a turn clockwise from the straight up posi- tion.

transmission models,

To lock the steering wheel, turn the key to the LOCK position. Remove the key. To unlock the steering wheel, insert the key and turn it gently while rotating the steering wheel slightly right and left.

WARNING

Never remove or turn the key to the LOCK position while driving. The steer- ing wheel will lock. This may cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle and could result in serious vehicle damage or personal injury. KEY POSITIONS LOCK: Normal parking position (0) OFF: (Manual transmission model) (1) The engine can be turned off without locking the steering wheel. ACC: (Accessories) (2) This position activates electrical accesso- ries such as the radio when the engine is not running. ON: Normal operating position (3) This position turns on the ignition system and the electrical accessories.

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NISSAN recommends placing the regis- tered NVIS key on a separate key ring to avoid interference from other devices.

START: (4) This position activates the starter motor, which starts the engine. 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, it may be due to interference 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 again. 4. Restart the engine while holding the de- vice (which may have caused the inter- ference) separate from the registered NVIS key.

If this procedure allows the engine to start, 5-6 Starting and driving

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

c Make sure the area around the vehicle is

clear.

c Maintenance items listed here should be checked periodically, for example, each time you check engine oil.

c Check that all windows and lights are

clean.

c Visually inspect tires for their appearance and condition. Also check tires for proper inflation.

c Lock all doors. c Position seat and adjust head restraints. c Adjust inside and outside mirrors. c Fasten seat belts and ask all passengers

to do likewise.

c Check the operation of warning lights when key is turned to the ON (3) position. See ‘‘Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders’’ in the ‘‘Instrument and con- trols’’ section.

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DRIVING THE VEHICLE

press and hold the accelerator pedal to help start the engine. — In the summer, when restarting the engine within 30 minutes after it has been stopped, keep the accelerator pedal fully depressed while starting.

CAUTION

Do not operate the starter for more than 15 seconds at a time. If the engine does not start, turn the key off and wait 10
seconds before cranking again, other- wise the starter could be damaged.

4. Warm-up

Allow the engine to idle for at least 30
seconds after starting. Drive at moderate speed for a short distance first, especially in cold weather.

1. Apply the parking brake. 2. Automatic transmission:

Move the shift selector lever to P (Park) or N (Neutral). (P is recommended.) The shift selector lever cannot be moved out of P (Park) and into any of the other gear positions if the ignition key is turned to LOCK or if the key is removed. The starter is designed not to operate if the shift selector lever is in one of the driving positions. Manual transmission: Move the selector lever to N (Neutral), and depress the clutch pedal to the floor. The starter is designed to operate only when the clutch pedal is fully depressed.

3. Crank the engine with your foot off the accelerator pedal by turning the ignition key to START. Release the key when the engine starts. If the engine starts, but fails to run, repeat the above procedure. — If the engine is very hard to start in extremely cold or hot weather, de-

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (if so equipped)

WARNING

c Do not depress the accelerator pedal while shifting from P (Park) or N (Neutral) to R (Reverse), D (Drive), 2
or 1. Always depress the brake pedal until shifting is completed. Failure to do so could cause you to lose con- trol and have an accident.

c Cold engine idle speed is high, so use caution when shifting into a for- ward or reverse gear before the en- gine has warmed up.

c Never shift to P (Park) or R (Reverse) while the vehicle is moving. This could cause an accident.

CAUTION

c When stopping the vehicle on an uphill grade, do not hold the vehicle by depressing the accelerator pedal. The foot brake should be used for this purpose.

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c Do not downshift abruptly on slip- pery roads. This may cause a loss of control.

The automatic transmission in your vehicle is electronically controlled to produce maxi- mum power and smooth operation. The recommended operating procedures for this transmission are shown on the following pages. Follow these procedures for maximum vehicle performance and driving enjoyment. Starting the vehicle c After starting the engine, fully depress the foot brake pedal before shifting the shift selector lever to the D (Drive), R (Reverse), 2 or 1 position. Be sure the vehicle is at a complete stop before attempting to shift the shift selector lever. c Keep the foot brake pedal depressed

and shift into a driving gear.

c Release the foot brake, then gradually

start the vehicle in motion.

The automatic transmission is designed so the foot brake pedal MUST be depressed before shifting from P (Park) to any drive position while the ignition switch is ON. 5-8 Starting and driving

The shift selector lever cannot be moved out of P (Park) and into any of the other gear positions if the ignition key is turned to LOCK or if the key is removed. The shift selector lever can be moved if the ignition switch is in the ON position and the foot brake pedal is depressed. Shifting Push the button to shift into P (Park), R (Re- verse) or from D (Drive) to 2. All other positions can be selected without pushing the button.

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WARNING

Apply the parking brake if the selector lever is in any position while the engine is not running. Failure to do so could cause the vehicle to move unexpect- edly or roll away and result in serious personal injury or property damage.

P (Park): Use this selector position when the vehicle is parked or when starting the engine. Always be sure the vehicle is at a complete stop. For maximum safety, depress the brake pedal,

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then push in the shift selector lever button and move the lever to the P (Park) position. Apply the parking brake. When parking on a hill, apply the parking brake first, then shift the lever into the P (Park) position. Shifting from P (Park) If the ignition switch is in the ON position and the foot brake pedal is depressed, but the shift selector lever still cannot be moved out of P (Park), follow these instructions. 1. Turn the ignition key to the LOCK posi-

tion.

2. Apply the parking brake. 3. Reinsert the key and turn it to the ACC

position.

4. Depress the foot brake pedal and move

the shift selector lever to N (Neutral).

5. Start the engine. These instructions for starting the vehicle in N (Neutral) should only be used until service can be obtained at an authorized NISSAN dealership. R (Reverse) Use this position to back up. Always be sure the vehicle is at a complete stop before shifting into the R (Reverse) position. For

maximum safety, check to ensure the area behind the vehicle is clear. With the brake pedal depressed, push in the shift selector lever button and move the shift selector lever to the R (Reverse) position. N (Neutral) Neither forward nor reverse gear is engaged. The engine can be started in this position. You may shift to N (Neutral) and restart a stalled engine while the vehicle is moving. D (Drive) Use this position for all normal driving. 2 (Second gear) Use this position for hill climbing or engine braking on downhill grades. Do not shift into the 2 position at speeds above 68 MPH (110 km/h). Do not exceed 68 MPH (110 km/h) in the 2 position. 1 (Low gear) Use this position when climbing steep hills slowly or slow driving through deep snow, sand or mud, or for maximum engine brak- ing on steep downhill grades.

forward

Do not shift into the 1 position at speeds above 34 MPH (55 km/h). Do not exceed 34
MPH (55 km/h) in the 1 position.

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take your vehicle to an out of P (Park), authorized NISSAN dealership as soon as possible. Accelerator downshift in D position For rapid passing or hill climbing while driv- ing, fully depress the accelerator pedal to the floor. This shifts the transmission down into third gear, second gear or first gear, depending on vehicle speed.

Selector lock release If the battery is discharged, the shift selector lever may not be moved from the P (Park) position even with the brake pedal de- pressed and the shift selector lever button pushed. To move the shift selector lever, release the shift lock and push shift selector lever but- ton. The shift selector lever can be moved to N (Neutral). However, the steering wheel will be locked unless the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. To release the shift lock, complete the fol- lowing procedure: 1. Turn the ignition key to the lock position

and remove the key

2. Apply the parking brake. 3. Remove the shift lock cover. 4. Insert a small screwdriver in the shift lock

slot, and push down.

5. Push the shift selector lever button and move the shift selector lever to N (Neu- tral) position while holding down the shift lock.

If the shift selector lever cannot be moved

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instrument panel comes on at this time. When cruising at a low speed or climbing a gentle slope, you may feel uncomfortable shift shocks as the transmission shifts between third gear and overdrive repeatedly. In this case, depress the OVERDRIVE switch to turn the OVERDRIVE off. The O/D OFF indicator light in the instrument panel comes on at this time.

When driving conditions change, depress the overdrive switch to turn the OVER- DRIVE on. Remember not to drive at high speeds for extended periods of time with the OVER- DRIVE off. This reduces fuel economy.

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Overdrive Switch ON: With the engine running and the shift selector lever in the D (Drive) posi- tion, the transmission upshifts into OVERDRIVE as vehicle speed in- creases.

OVERDRIVE does not engage until the engine has reached operating tempera- ture. OFF: For driving up and down long slopes where engine braking is necessary push the OVERDRIVE switch once. The O/D OFF indicator light in the

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MANUAL TRANSMISSION

WARNING

c Do not downshift abruptly on slip- pery roads. This may cause a loss of control.

c Do not over-rev the engine when shifting to a lower gear. This may cause a loss of control or engine damage.

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CAUTION

c Do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal while driving. This may cause clutch damage.

c Stop your vehicle completely before

shifting into R (Reverse).

c When the vehicle is stopped with the engine running (for example, at a stop light), shift to N (Neutral) and release the clutch pedal with the foot brake applied.

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Shifting To change gears, or when upshifting or downshifting, depress the clutch pedal fully, shift into the appropriate gear, then release the clutch slowly and smoothly. You cannot shift directly from fifth gear into R (Reverse). First shift into N (Neutral), then into R (Reverse). If it is difficult to move the selector lever into R (Reverse) or 1 (First), shift into N (Neu- tral), then release and depress the clutch pedal again and shift into R (Reverse) or 1
(First). Suggested up-shift speeds The following are suggested vehicle speeds for shifting into a higher gear. These sug- gestions relate to fuel economy and vehicle performance. Actual up-shift speeds will vary according to road conditions, the weather and individual driving habits. For quick acceleration in low altitude areas (less than 4,000 ft [1,219 m]) and normal acceleration in high altitude areas (over 4,000 ft [1,219 m]):

GEAR CHANGE 1st to 2nd 2nd to 3rd 3rd to 4th 4th to 5th

MPH (km/h) 15 (24) 25 (40) 40 (64) 45 (72)

For quick acceleration in high altitude areas (over 4,000 ft [1,219 m]): For QG18DE engine models:

Gear change 1st to 2nd 2nd to 3rd 3rd to 4th 4th to 5th

MPH (km/h) 15 (25) 35 (55) 45 (75) 50 (80)

For QR25DE engine models: 5-Speed

1st to 2nd 2nd to 3rd 3rd to 4th 4th to 5th

15 (25) 25 (40) 40 (65) 45 (75)

For QR25DE engine models: 6-Speed

1st to 2nd 2nd to 3rd

15 (25) 25 (40)

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QR25DE engine models: 5-Speed

GEAR 1st 2nd 3rd 4th & 5th

MPH (km/h) 35 (55) 60 (95) 85 (135) —

QR25DE engine models: 6-Speed

GEAR 1st 2nd 3rd 4th, 5th, 6th

MPH (km/h) 25 (45) 50 (80) 80 (130) —

PARKING BRAKE

WARNING

c Be sure the parking brake is fully released before driving. Failure to do so can cause brake failure and lead to an accident.

c Do not release the parking brake

from outside the vehicle.

c Do not use the gear shift in place of the parking brake. When parking, be sure the parking brake is fully en- gaged.

c Do not leave children unattended in a vehicle. They could release the park- ing brake and cause an accident.

3rd to 4th 4th to 5th 5th to 6th

40 (65) 45 (75) 50 (80)

Suggested maximum speed in each gear Downshift to a lower gear if the engine is not running smoothly, or if you need to acceler- ate. Do not exceed the maximum suggested speed (shown below) in any gear. For level road driving, use the highest gear sug- gested for that speed. Always observe posted speed limits, and drive according to the road conditions, which will ensure safe operation. Do not over-rev the engine when shifting to a lower gear as it may cause engine damage or loss of vehicle control. QG18DE engine models:

GEAR 1st 2nd 3rd 4th & 5th

MPH (km/h) 30 (50) 55 (90) 85 (135) —

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CRUISE CONTROL (if so equipped)

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To engage: pull the lever up. To release: 1. Firmly apply the foot brake. 2. Manual transmission models:

Place the selector lever in the N (Neutral) position. Automatic transmission models: Move the shift selector lever to the P (Park) position.

3. While pulling up on the lever slightly,

push the button and lower completely.

4. Before driving, be sure the brake warning

light goes out.

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PRECAUTIONS ON CRUISE CONTROL c If the cruise control system malfunctions, it cancels automatically. The SET light in the instrument panel then blinks to warn the driver.

c If the SET light in the instrument panel blinks, turn the CRUISE ON z OFF switch off and have the system checked by your NISSAN dealer.

c The SET light in the instrument panel may blink when the CRUISE ON z OFF switch is turned ON while pushing the

ACCEL/RES, SET/COAST, or CANCEL switch (located on the steering wheel). To properly set the cruise control system, perform the following steps in the order indicated.

WARNING

Do not use the cruise control when driving under the following conditions: c When it is not possible to keep the

vehicle at a set speed.

c In heavy traffic or in traffic that var-

ies in speed.

c On winding or hilly roads. c On slippery roads (rain, snow, ice,

etc.).

c In very windy areas. Doing so could cause a loss of vehicle control and result in an accident.

CAUTION

On manual transmission models, do not shift into N (Neutral) without de- pressing the clutch pedal when the cruise control is set. Should this occur,

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depress the clutch pedal and turn the main switch off immediately. Failure to do so may cause engine damage.

CRUISE CONTROL OPERATIONS The cruise control allows driving at a speed between 25 to 90 MPH (40 to 144 km/h) without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. To turn on the cruise control, push the CRUISE ON z OFF switch. The CRUISE indicator light in the instrument panel comes on. To set cruising speed, accelerate your vehicle to the desired speed, push the COAST/SET switch and release it. The SET light in the instrument panel comes on. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. Your vehicle maintains the set speed. c To pass another vehicle, depress the accelerator pedal. When you release the pedal, the vehicle returns to the previ- ously set speed.

c The vehicle may not maintain the set

speed when going up or down steep hills. If this happens, drive without the cruise control.

To cancel the preset speed, use one of the following three methods. a) Push the CANCEL button; the SET light

in the instrument panel goes out.

b) Tap the brake pedal; the SET light in the

instrument panel goes out.

c) Turn the main switch off. Both the CRUISE indicator and SET lights in the instrument panel go out. The preset speed is deleted from memory.

The cruise control will also automatically cancel and the SET light in the instrument panel goes out if: c you depress the brake pedal while push- ing the ACCEL/RES or SET/COAST but- tons. The preset speed is deleted from memory.

c the vehicle slows down more than 8 MPH

(13 km/h) below the set speed.

lever to N (Neutral) (automatic transmis- sion).

To reset at a faster cruising speed, use one of the following three methods. a) Depress the accelerator pedal. When the vehicle attains the desired speed, push and release the SET/COAST switch.

b) Push and hold the ACCEL/RES set switch. When the vehicle attains the speed you desire, release the switch.

c) Push and release the ACCEL/RES set switch. Each time you do this, the set speed increases by about 1 MPH (1.6
km/h).

To reset at a slower cruising speed, use one of the following three methods. a) Lightly tap the brake pedal. When the vehicle attains the desired speed, push the SET/COAST switch and release it.

b) Push and hold the SET/COAST switch. Release the switch when the vehicle slows down to the desired speed.

c you depress the clutch pedal (manual transmission), or move the shift selector

c) Push and release the SET/COAST switch. Each time you do this, the set

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INCREASING FUEL ECONOMY

speed decreases by about 1 MPH (1.6
km/h).

To resume the preset speed, push and release the ACCEL/RES switch. The ve- hicle returns to the last set cruising speed when the vehicle speed is over 25 MPH (40
km/h).

During the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km), follow these recommendations for the future reliability and economy of your new vehicle.