2002 Nissan Sentra Owners Manual

move cargo as necessary. If either the front or rear GAWR is exceeded, shift the load or remove cargo as necessary.

LOADING TIPS c The GVW must not exceed GVWR or GAWR as specified on the F.M.V.S.S. Certification Label.

c Do not load the front and rear axle to the GAWR. Doing so will exceed the GVWR.

WARNING

c Properly secure all cargo to help prevent it from sliding or shifting. Do not place cargo higher than the seat- backs. In a sudden stop or collision, unsecured cargo could cause per- sonal injury.

c Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or the maximum front and rear GAWRs. If you do, parts of your vehicle can break, tire it can damage could occur, or change your vehicle handles. This could result in loss of control and cause personal injury.

the way

Z X

TOWING A TRAILER

c Overloading can shorten the life of the vehicle. Failures caused by over- loading are not covered by the vehi- cle’s warranty.

TI1011M

Your new vehicle was designed to be used primarily to carry passengers and cargo. Remember that towing a trailer places ad- ditional loads on your vehicle’s engine, drive train, steering, braking and other systems. A Nissan Trailer Towing Guide (U.S. only) containing information on trailer towing abil- ity and the special equipment required may be obtained from an authorized NISSAN dealer.

MAXIMUM LOAD LIMITS Maximum trailer loads Never allow the total trailer load to exceed 1,000 lb (454 kg). The total trailer load equals trailer weight plus its cargo weight. Towing loads greater than 1,000 lb (454 kg) or using improper towing equipment could adversely affect vehicle handling, braking and performance. The ability of your vehicle to tow a trailer is not only related to the maximum trailer loads, but also the places you plan to tow. Tow weights appropriate for level highway driving may have to be reduced on very steep grades or in low traction situations (for example, on slippery boat ramps).

WARNING

Vehicle damage and/or personal injury resulting from improper towing proce- dures are not covered by NISSAN war- ranties. A NISSAN Trailer Towing Guide (U.S. only) containing information on trailer towing ability and the special equipment required may be obtained from an authorized NISSAN dealer.

Technical and consumer information 9-15

Z X

Tongue load Keep the tongue load between 9 and 11% of the total trailer load. If the tongue load becomes excessive, rearrange cargo to al- low for proper tongue load.

TI1012M

Maximum gross vehicle weight/maximum gross axle weight The gross vehicle weight of the towing vehicle must not exceed the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) shown on the F.M.V.S.S. certification label. The gross ve- hicle weight equals the combined weight of the unloaded vehicle, passengers, luggage, hitch, trailer tongue load and any other optional equipment. In addition, front or rear gross axle weight must not exceed the gross axle weight rating (GAWR) shown on the F.M.V.S.S. certification label.

9-16 Technical and consumer information

TOWING LOAD/SPECIFICATION CHART

TOWING LOAD / SPECIFICATION CHART

MAXIMUM TOWING LOAD

MAXIMUM TONGUE LOAD

UNIT: lb (kg)

1,000 (454)

110 (49)

TOWING SAFETY Trailer hitch Choose a proper hitch for your vehicle and trailer. A genuine NISSAN trailer hitch is available from your NISSAN dealer (Canada only). Make sure the trailer hitch is securely attached to the vehicle to help avoid personal injury or property damage due to sway caused by crosswinds, rough road surfaces or passing trucks.

CAUTION

c Do not use axle-mounted hitches. c The hitch should not be attached to or affect the operation of the impact- absorbing bumper.

Z X

c Do not modify the vehicle exhaust system, brake system, etc. to install a trailer hitch.

c To reduce the possibility of addi- tional damage if your vehicle is struck from the rear, where practical, remove the hitch and/or receiver when not in use.

c After the hitch is removed, seal the bolt holes to prevent exhaust fumes, water or dust from entering the pas- senger compartment.

c Regularly check that all hitch mount-

ing bolts are securely mounted.

Tire pressures c When towing a trailer, inflate the vehicle tires to the recommended cold tire pres- sure indicated on the tire placard (lo- cated on the driver’s side rear door pillar).

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

Safety chains Always use suitable safety chains between your vehicle and the trailer. Safety chains should be crossed and should be attached to the hitch, not to the vehicle bumper or axle. Be sure to leave enough slack in the chains to permit turning corners. Trailer lights Trailer lights should comply with federal and/ or local regulations. When wiring the vehicle for towing, connect the stop and tail light pickup into the vehicle electrical circuit. Trailer brakes If your trailer is equipped with a braking system, make sure it conforms to federal and/or local regulations and that it is prop- erly installed.

WARNING

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

Pre-towing tips c Be certain your vehicle maintains a level position when a loaded and/or unloaded

trailer is hitched. Do not drive the vehicle if it has an abnormal nose-up or nose- down condition; check for improper tongue load, overload, worn suspension or other pos- sible causes of either condition.

c Always secure items in the trailer to

prevent load shift while driving.

c Be certain your rear view mirrors con- form to all federal, state or local regula- tions. If not, install any mirrors required for towing before driving the vehicle.

Trailer towing tips In order to gain skill and an understanding of the vehicle’s behavior, you should prac- tice turning, stopping and backing up in an area which is free from traffic. Steering, stability, and braking performance are somewhat different than under normal driv- ing conditions. c Always secure items in the trailer to

prevent load shift while driving.

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

speed.

Technical and consumer information 9-17

Z X

c Always block the wheels on both vehicle and trailer when parking. Parking on a slope is not recommended; however, if you must do so, and if your vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission, first block the wheels and apply the park- ing brake, and then move the transmis- sion shift selector lever into the P (Park) position. If you move the shift selector lever to the P (Park) position before block- ing the wheels and applying the parking brake, transmission damage could occur. c When going down a hill, shift into a lower gear and use the engine braking effect. When ascending a long grade, down- shift the transmission to a lower gear and reduce speed to reduce chances of engine overloading and/or overheating. c If the engine temperature coolant rises to an extremely high temperature when the air conditioning system is on, turn off the air conditioner. Coolant heat can be additionally vented by opening the win- dows, switching the fan control to high and setting the temperature control to the HOT position.

c Trailer towing requires more fuel than

normal circumstances.

9-18 Technical and consumer information

c Avoid towing a trailer for your vehicle’s

first 500 miles (800 km).

trailer must also pass the other vehicle before you can safely change lanes.

c To maintain engine braking efficiency and electrical charging performance, do not use fifth gear (manual transmission) or overdrive (automatic transmission).

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

When towing a trailer, change the oil in the transmission more frequently. For additional information see the ‘‘Mainte- nance and do-it-yourself’’ section earlier in this manual.

c Have your vehicle serviced more often than at intervals specified in the recom- mended Maintenance Schedule in the “NISSAN Service and Maintenance Guide”.

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

c Crosswinds and rough roads adversely affect vehicle/trailer handling, possibly causing vehicle sway. When being passed by larger vehicles, be prepared for possible changes in crosswinds that could affect vehicle handling. If swaying does occur, firmly grip the steering wheel, steer straight ahead, and imme- diately (but gradually) reduce vehicle speed. This combination helps to stabi- lize the vehicle. Never increase speed. c Be careful when passing other vehicles. Passing while towing a trailer requires considerably more distance than normal passing. Remember the length of the

Z X

WARNING

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

UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING

DOT Quality Grades: All passenger car tires must conform to Federal Safety Require- ments in addition to these grades. Quality grades can be found where appli- cable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A Treadwear Treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on tire wear rate when tested under controlled conditions on specified govern- ment test courses. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1-1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. However, relative tire performance depends on actual driving conditions, and may vary signifi- cantly due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate. Traction AA, A, B and C The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades repre- sent a tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions, on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may

have poor traction performance.

WARNING

The traction grade assigned to your vehicle tires is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydro- planing, or peak traction characteris- tics.

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

Technical and consumer information 9-19

Z X

c Nissan Canada Inc. 5290 Orbitor Drive Mississauga, Ontario, L4W 4Z5

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY

Your NISSAN is covered by the following emission warranties. For US 1) Emission Defects Warranty 2) Emission Performance Warranty Details of these warranties may be found with other vehicle warranties in your War- ranty Information Booklet that comes with your NISSAN vehicle. If you did not receive a Warranty Information Booklet, or it has become lost, you may obtain a replacement by writing to: c Nissan North American, Inc.

Consumer Affairs Department P.O. Box 191
Gardena, CA. 90248-0191

For Canada Emission Control System Warranty Details of these warranties may be found with other vehicle warranties in your War- ranty and Roadside Assistance Information Booklet that comes with your NISSAN ve- hicle. If you did not receive a Warranty and Roadside Assistance Information Booklet, or it has become lost, you may obtain a replacement by writing to: 9-20 Technical and consumer information

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (US only)

If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to no- tifying NISSAN. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot be- come involved in individual problems be- tween you, your dealer, or NISSAN. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at (888) 327- 4236. You may also write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline. You may notify NISSAN by contacting our Consumer Affairs Department, toll-free, at 1-800-NISSAN-1. In Hawaii call (808) 836-0888.

Z X

3,000 rpm and maintain it for 5 consecu- tive minutes.

12. Stop the vehicle and turn the engine off. 13. Repeat steps one through twelve at

least one more time.

If step one through seven is interrupted, repeat the preceding step. Any safe driving mode is acceptable between steps. Do not stop the engine until step seven is com- pleted.

READINESS FOR INSPECTION/MAINTENANCE (I/M) TEST (US only) Due to legal requirements in some states and Canadian provinces, your vehicle may be required to be in the ready condition for an Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) test of the emission control system. The vehicle is set to the ready condition when it is driven through certain driving pat- terns. Usually, the ready condition can be obtained by ordinary usage of the vehicle. If a powertrain system component is repaired or the battery is disconnected, the vehicle may be reset to a not ready condition. Before taking the I/M test, drive the vehicle through the following pattern to set the vehicle to the ready condition. If you cannot or do not want to perform the driving pattern, an authorized NISSAN dealer can conduct it for you.

WARNING

Always drive the vehicle in a safe and prudent manner according to traffic conditions and obey all traffic laws.

1. Start the engine when the engine coolant temperature gauge needle points to C. Allow the engine to idle until the gauge needle points between the C and H (nor- mal operating temperature).

2. Accelerate the vehicle to 55 mph (88
km/h), then quickly release the accelera- tor pedal completely and keep it released for at least 6 seconds.

3. Quickly depress the accelerator pedal for a moment, then drive the vehicle at a speed of 53 to 60 mph (86 to 96 km/h) for at least 5 minutes.

4. Stop the vehicle. 5. Accelerate the vehicle to 35 mph (55
km/h) and maintain the speed for 20
seconds.

6. Repeat steps four through five at least

three times.

7. Accelerate the vehicle to 55 mph (88
km/h) and maintain the speed for at least 3 minutes.

8. Stop the vehicle [shift selector lever in

the P (Park) or N (Neutral) position].

9. Rev the engine up between 2,500 and 3,500 rpm and hold it for 3 consecutive minutes, then release the accelerator pedal completely.

10. Wait 5 seconds at idle. 11. Rev the engine up between 2,000 and

Technical and consumer information 9-21

Z X

OWNER’S MANUAL/SERVICE MANUAL ORDER INFORMATION A genuine NISSAN Service Manual is the best source of service and repair information for your vehicle. Filled with wiring diagrams, illus- trations and step-by-step diagnostic and ad- justment procedures, this manual is the same one used by the factory trained technicians working at authorized NISSAN dealerships. Also available are genuine NISSAN Owner’s Manuals, and genuine NISSAN Service and Owner’s Manuals for older NISSAN models. In the USA:

For current pricing and availability of genuine NISSAN Service Manuals for the 2000 model year and later, contact:

Tweddle Litho Company 1-800-639-8841
www.nissan-techinfo.com

For current pricing and availability of genuine NISSAN Service Manuals for the 1999 model year and prior, see an authorized NISSAN dealer, or contact:

DDS Distribution Services, Ltd. 20770 Westwood Road Strongsville, OH 44136
1-800-247-5321

Z X

9-22 Technical and consumer information

Why should you take a chance? In over 40 states, the law says you must be advised if non-genuine parts are used to repair your vehicle. And some states have enacted laws that restrict insurance compa- nies from authorizing the use of non- genuine collision parts during the new ve- hicle warranty. These laws help protect you, so you can take action to protect yourself. It’s your right! If you should need further information visit us at: www.nissandriven.com.

For current pricing and availability of genuine NISSAN Owner’s Manuals for the 2002
model year and prior, see an authorized NISSAN dealer, or contact:

DDS Distribution Services, Ltd. 20770 Westwood Road Strongsville, OH 44136
1-800-247-5321

In Canada: To purchase a copy of a Genuine NISSAN Service Manual or Owner’s Manual please contact your nearest NISSAN Dealer. For the phone number and location of a NISSAN Dealer in your area call the NISSAN Customer Service Information Center at 1-800-387-0122
and a bilingual NISSAN representative will assist you. Also available are genuine NISSAN Service and Owner’s Manuals for older NISSAN models. IN THE EVENT OF A COLLISION Unfortunately, accidents do occur. In this unlikely event, there is some important in- formation you should know. Many insurance companies routinely autho- rize the use of non-genuine collision parts in order to cut costs, among other reasons.

Insist on the use of Genuine NISSAN Collision Parts! If you want your vehicle to be restored using parts made to NISSAN’s original exacting specifications − if you want to help it to last and hold its resale value, the solution is simple. Tell your insurance agent and your repair shop to only use Genuine NISSANCollisionParts.NISSAN does not warrant non-NISSAN parts, nor does NISSAN’s warranty apply to damage caused by a non-genuine part. Using Genuine NISSAN Parts can help pro- tect your personal safety, preserve your warranty protection and maintain the resale value of your vehicle. And if your vehicle was leased, using Genuine NISSAN Parts may prevent or limit unnecessary excess wear and tear expenses at the end of your lease. NISSAN designs its hoods with crumple zones to minimize the risk that the hood will penetrate the windshield of your vehicle in an accident. Non-genuine (imitation) parts may not provide such built in safeguards. Also, non-genuine parts often show prema- ture wear, rust and corrosion.

Technical and consumer information 9-23

Z X

MEMO

9-24 Technical and consumer information

Z X

10 Index

Air bag (See supplemental restraint system) ........................................................ 1-6
Air bag warning light .......................... 1-16, 2-9
Air cleaner housing filter............................ 8-24
Air conditioner

Air conditioner operation ........................ 4-5
Air conditioner specification label......... 9-12
Air conditioner system refrigerant and lubrication recommendations.................. 9-7
Heater and air conditioner controls ........ 4-3
Servicing air conditioner ......................... 4-9
Air flow charts .............................................. 4-6
Alarm system (See vehicle security system) ...................................................... 2-11
Anchor point locations ............................... 1-34
Antenna...................................................... 4-19
Anti-lock brake system (ABS).................... 5-19
Anti-lock brake warning light ....................... 2-7
Ashtray (See cigarette lighter and ashtray) ...................................................... 2-20
Audio system

Compact Disc (CD) changer ................ 4-17
FM-AM radio with compact disc (CD) player .................................................... 4-12

Automatic

Automatic power window switch .......... 2-25

Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ...... 8-15
Driving with automatic transmission....... 5-7
Transmission selector lever lock release .................................................. 5-10

Battery........................................................ 8-19
Battery

Charge warning light .............................. 2-8

Battery replacement (See remote keyless entry system) ............................................... 3-8
Before starting the engine ........................... 5-6
Belts (See drive belts) ............................... 8-22
Brake

Anti-lock brake system (ABS) .............. 5-19
Brake booster ....................................... 8-30
Brake fluid............................................. 8-18
Brake light (See stop light)................... 8-40
Brake pedal .......................................... 8-30
Brake system........................................ 5-19
Brake warning light................................. 2-8
Brake wear indicators ................. 2-11, 8-30
Parking brake check............................. 8-29
Parking brake operation ....................... 5-13
Self-adjusting brakes ............................ 8-30
Break-in schedule ...................................... 5-16
Bulb check/instrument panel ....................... 2-7

Bulb replacement....................................... 8-40

Capacities and recommended fuel/ lubricants...................................................... 9-2
Car phone or CB radio .............................. 4-20
Cargo (See vehicle loading information) ... 9-14
Child restraint with top tether strap ........... 1-34
Child restraints ........................ 1-20, 1-25, 1-32
Child safety rear door lock .......................... 3-4
Cigarette lighter (accessory) and ashtray ....................................................... 2-20
Cleaning exterior and interior ...................... 7-2
Clock .......................................................... 4-13
Clutch

Clutch fluid............................................ 8-18
Clutch pedal.......................................... 8-31
Cold weather driving.................................. 5-21
Controls

Heater and air conditioner controls ........ 4-3

Coolant

Capacities and recommended fuel/ lubricants ................................................ 9-2
Changing engine coolant...................... 8-10
Checking engine coolant level ............... 8-9
Engine coolant temperature gauge ........ 2-5

Z X

Corrosion protection .................................... 7-5
Cruise control............................................. 5-14
Cup holders ............................................... 2-21

Daytime running light system (Canada only) ............................................ 2-17
Defogger switch

Rear window defogger switch .............. 2-16
Dimensions and weights.............................. 9-9
Door locks.................................................... 3-3
Door open warning light .............................. 2-8
Drive belts.................................................. 8-22
Driving

Cold weather driving............................. 5-21
Driving with automatic transmission....... 5-7
Driving with manual transmission......... 5-11
Precautions when starting and driving ... 5-2

Economy - fuel........................................... 5-16
Emission control information label............. 9-12
Emission control system warranty............. 9-20
Engine

Before starting the engine ...................... 5-6
Capacities and recommended fuel/ lubricants ................................................ 9-2
Changing engine coolant...................... 8-10
Changing engine oil.............................. 8-13

10-2

Changing engine oil filter...................... 8-14
Checking engine coolant level ............... 8-9
Checking engine oil level ..................... 8-12
Engine compartment check locations .......................................... 8-7, 8-8
Engine coolant temperature gauge ........ 2-5
Engine cooling system ........................... 8-9
Engine oil.............................................. 8-12
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation ..................................... 9-5
Engine oil pressure warning light ........... 2-8
Engine oil viscosity ................................. 9-5
Engine serial number ........................... 9-11
Engine specifications.............................. 9-8
Starting the engine ................................. 5-7
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide)................. 5-2

Power steering fluid.............................. 8-17
Window washer fluid ............................ 8-19
F.M.V.S.S. certification label ..................... 9-11
Front fog light switch ................................. 2-18
Front seats................................................... 1-2
Fuel

Capacities and recommended fuel/ lubricants ................................................ 9-2
Fuel economy ....................................... 5-16
Fuel filler cap ........................................ 3-13
Fuel filler lid lock opener lever ............. 3-13
Fuel gauge.............................................. 2-5
Fuel octane rating................................... 9-3
Fuel recommendation............................. 9-3
Fuses ......................................................... 8-31
Fusible links ............................................... 8-32

Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch)........................................................ 2-18
Flat tire......................................................... 6-2
Floor mat positioning aid ............................. 7-4
Fluid

Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ...... 8-15
Brake fluid............................................. 8-18
Capacities and recommended fuel/ lubricants ................................................ 9-2
Clutch fluid............................................ 8-18
Engine coolant........................................ 8-9
Engine oil.............................................. 8-12

Gauge

Engine coolant temperature gauge ........ 2-5
Fuel gauge.............................................. 2-5
Odometer................................................ 2-3
Speedometer .......................................... 2-3
Tachometer............................................. 2-4
Trip odometer ......................................... 2-4
General maintenance .................................. 8-3
Glove box................................................... 2-22

Z X

H

Hazard warning flasher switch .................. 2-18
Head restraints ............................................ 1-5
Headlight aiming adjustment ..................... 8-37
Headlight and turn signal switch ............... 2-16
Headlights .................................................. 8-36
Heater

Heater and air conditioner controls ........ 4-3
Heater operation..................................... 4-4
Hood release ............................................... 3-9
Horn ........................................................... 2-19

Ignition switch .............................................. 5-4
Immobilizer system ..................... 2-11, 3-2, 5-6
Increasing fuel economy............................ 5-16
Indicator lights and audible reminders (See warning/indicator lights and audible reminders).................................................... 2-7
Inside mirror............................................... 3-16
Instrument brightness control .................... 2-17
Interior light ................................................ 2-27
Interior trunk lid release............................. 3-12

Jump starting ............................................... 6-8

Key............................................................... 3-2
Keyless entry system (See remote keyless entry system) ............................................... 3-5

Labels

Air conditioner specification label......... 9-12
Emission control information label........ 9-12
Engine serial number ........................... 9-11
F.M.V.S.S. certification label ................ 9-11
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate ...................................................... 9-10
Warning labels (for SRS) ..................... 1-16

LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for Children) System ....................................... 1-32
License plate

Installing the license plate .................... 9-13

Light

Air bag warning light ..................... 1-16, 2-9
Brake light (See stop light)................... 8-40
Bulb check/instrument panel .................. 2-7
Bulb replacement.................................. 8-40
Charge warning light .............................. 2-8
Front fog light switch ............................ 2-18
Headlight aiming adjustment ................ 8-37
Headlight and turn signal switch .......... 2-16
Headlights............................................. 8-36
Interior light........................................... 2-27

Light bulbs ............................................ 8-36
Low washer fluid warning light ............... 2-9
Spotlights (See map light) .................... 2-27
Trunk light............................................. 2-28
Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders................................................ 2-7

Lock

Child safety rear door lock ..................... 3-4
Door locks............................................... 3-3
Fuel filler lid lock opener lever ............. 3-13
Power door locks.................................... 3-4
Trunk lid lock opener lever................... 3-10

Maintenance

General maintenance ............................. 8-3
Inside the vehicle.................................... 8-3
Maintenance precautions ....................... 8-5
Outside the vehicle................................. 8-3
Seat belt maintenance.......................... 1-24
Under the hood and vehicle ................... 8-4
Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) ............... 2-10
Manual windows ........................................ 2-25
Meters and gauges...................................... 2-2
Mirror

Inside mirror.......................................... 3-16
Outside mirror control........................... 3-16
Vanity mirror ......................................... 3-15

Multi-remote control system (See remote keyless entry system) .................................. 3-5
10-3

Z X

N

Nissan vehicle immobilizer system (NVIS) ......................................... 2-11, 3-2, 5-6

Octane rating (See fuel octane rating) ........ 9-3
Odometer ..................................................... 2-3
Oil

Capacities and recommended fuel/ lubricants ................................................ 9-2
Changing engine oil.............................. 8-13
Changing engine oil filter...................... 8-14
Checking engine oil level ..................... 8-12
Engine oil.............................................. 8-12
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation ..................................... 9-5
Engine oil viscosity ................................. 9-5
Opener lever for trunk lid........................... 3-10
Outside mirror control ................................ 3-16
Overdrive switch ........................................ 5-11
Overheat

If your vehicle overheats ...................... 6-10
Owner’s manual order form....................... 9-22
Owner’s manual/service manual order information ................................................. 9-22

Parking

Parking brake check............................. 8-29
Parking brake operation ....................... 5-13
Parking/parking on hills ........................ 5-17

Power

Power door locks.................................... 3-4
Power outlet.......................................... 2-19
Power steering fluid.............................. 8-17
Power steering system ......................... 5-18
Power windows..................................... 2-24
Rear power windows ............................ 2-25

Precautions

Maintenance precautions ....................... 8-5
Precautions on seat belt usage............ 1-18
Precautions when starting and driving ... 5-2
Push starting.............................................. 6-10

Radio

Car phone or CB radio ......................... 4-20
Compact Disc (CD) changer ................ 4-17
FM-AM radio with compact disc (CD) player .................................................... 4-12

Readiness for inspection maintenance (I/M) test..................................................... 9-21

Rear power windows ................................. 2-25
Rear window defogger switch ................... 2-16
Refrigerant recommendation ....................... 9-7
Registering your vehicle in another country ....................................................... 9-10
Remote keyless entry system ..................... 3-5
Reporting safety defects (USA)................. 9-20

Safety

Child safety rear door lock ..................... 3-4
Reporting safety defects (USA)............ 9-20

Seat adjustment

Front manual seat adjustment................ 1-2
Rear seat adjustment ............................. 1-4

Seat belt

Precautions on seat belt usage............ 1-18
Seat belt extenders .............................. 1-24
Seat belt maintenance.......................... 1-24
Seat belts.............................................. 1-18
Shoulder belt height adjustment........... 1-23
Three-point type with retractor ............. 1-21
Seat belt warning light ................................. 2-9
Seats

Front seats.............................................. 1-2
Self-adjusting brakes ................................. 8-30

10-4

Z X

Service manual order form ........................ 9-22
Servicing air conditioner .............................. 4-9
Shift lock release ....................................... 5-10
Shifting

Automatic transmission .......................... 5-8
Manual transmission............................. 5-12
Shoulder belt height adjustment................ 1-23
Spark plug replacement............................. 8-23
Speedometer ............................................... 2-3
Spotlights (See map light) ......................... 2-27
SRS warning label ..................................... 1-16
Starting

Before starting the engine ...................... 5-6
Jump starting .......................................... 6-8
Precautions when starting and driving ... 5-2
Push starting......................................... 6-10
Starting the engine ................................. 5-7

Steering

Power steering fluid.............................. 8-17
Power steering system ......................... 5-18
Tilting steering wheel............................ 3-15
Stop light.................................................... 8-40
Storage ...................................................... 2-21
Sunglasses case........................................ 2-21
Sunroof ...................................................... 2-26
Supplemental restraint system (Supplemental air bag system).................... 1-6
Switch

Automatic power window switch .......... 2-25
Front fog light switch ............................ 2-18
Hazard warning flasher switch ............. 2-18
Headlight and turn signal switch .......... 2-16

Ignition switch ......................................... 5-4
Overdrive switch ................................... 5-11
Rear window defogger switch .............. 2-16
Turn signal switch................................. 2-17
Windshield wiper and washer switch ... 2-15

another country)......................................... 9-10
Trip odometer .............................................. 2-4
Trunk access through the rear seat ............ 1-4
Trunk lid lock opener lever ........................ 3-10
Trunk light .................................................. 2-28
Turn signal switch...................................... 2-17

Tachometer.................................................. 2-4
Three-way catalyst....................................... 5-2
Tilting steering wheel................................. 3-15
Tire

Flat tire.................................................... 6-2
Spare tire....................................... 6-3, 8-47
Tire chains ............................................ 8-45
Tire placard........................................... 9-12
Tire pressure ........................................ 8-43
Tire rotation .......................................... 8-45
Types of tires........................................ 8-44
Uniform tire quality grading .................. 9-19
Wheels and tires................................... 8-43
Wheel/tire size ........................................ 9-9

Towing

Tow truck towing .................................. 6-11
Towing load/specification chart ............ 9-16
Trailer towing ........................................ 9-15

Transmission

Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ...... 8-15
Driving with automatic transmission....... 5-7
Driving with manual transmission......... 5-11
Selector lever lock release ................... 5-10

Travel (See registering your vehicle in

Uniform tire quality grading ....................... 9-19

Vanity mirror .............................................. 3-15
Vehicle dimensions and weights ................. 9-9
Vehicle identification number (VIN) (chassis number) ....................................... 9-10
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate .. 9-10
Vehicle loading information ....................... 9-14
Vehicle recovery ........................................ 6-13
Vehicle security system ............................. 2-11
Ventilators .................................................... 4-2

Warning

Air bag warning light ..................... 1-16, 2-9
Hazard warning flasher switch ............. 2-18
Vehicle security system........................ 2-11
Warning labels (for SRS) ..................... 1-16

10-5

Z X

Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders................................................ 2-7
Weights (See dimensions and weights) ...... 9-9
Wheels and tires........................................ 8-43
Wheel/tire size ............................................. 9-9
When traveling or registering your vehicle in another country...................................... 9-10
Window washer fluid.................................. 8-19
Windows

Locking passengers’ windows.............. 2-24
Manual windows ................................... 2-25
Power windows..................................... 2-24
Rear power windows ............................ 2-25
Windshield wiper and washer switch ........ 2-15
Wiper

Windshield wiper and washer switch ... 2-15
Wiper blades......................................... 8-28

10-6

Z X

Tire cold pressure: See tire placard affixed to the driver’s side rear door pillar. Recommended new vehicle break-in procedure: During the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of vehicle use, follow the recommendations outlined in the “BREAK-IN SCHEDULE In- formation found in the “Starting and driving” section of this Owner’s Manual. Follow these recommendations for the future reli- ability and economy of your new vehicle.

GAS STATION INFORMATION

Recommended fuel: For 1.8L/2.5L engines Use unleaded regular gasoline with an oc- tane rating of at least 87 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) number (Research octane number 91). For SE-R SPEC V Use unleaded regular gasoline with an oc- tane rating of at least 87 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) number (Research octane number 91). For improved vehicle performance, NISSAN recommends the use of unleaded premium gasoline with an octane rating of at least 91
AKI number (Research octane number 96). Recommended engine oil: c API Certification Mark c API grade SG/SH, Energy Conserving I & II or API grade SJ, Energy Conserving

c ILSAC grade GF-I & GF-II See ‘‘Engine oil and oil filter recommenda- tion’’ in the ‘‘Technical and consumer infor- mation’’ section.

Z X

QUICK REFERENCE

WGS0011

Z X