Bedienungsanleitung Nissan Frontier (2012)

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® 2012 FRON T I E R OWN E R’S MAN UAL For y our s afety , read car efully and keep in this v ehicle. 2012 N IS SAN FR O NTI E R D40-D D40-D Printing : March 2012 (17) Publication No.: OM1E 0D40U1 Printed in U .S.A. OM2E 0D40U1 ...
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W elcome to the growing family of new NISSAN owners. This vehicle is delivered to you with confidence. It was produced using the latest techniques and strict quality control. This manual was prepared to help you under- stand the operation and maintenance of your vehicle so that you may enjoy many miles (kilome- ters) of driving pleasure. Please rea ...
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For descriptions specified for four-wheel drive models, a mark is placed at the begin- ning of the applicable sections/items. As with other vehicles with features for off-road use, failure to operate four-wheel drive models correctly may result in loss of control or an accident. Be sure to read “Driving safety precautions” in the “Start- ing ...
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If you see this symbol, it means “Do not do this” or “Do not let this happen.” If you see a symbol similar to these in an illustra- tion, it means the arrow points to the front of the vehicle. Arrows in an illustration that are similar to these indicate movement or action. Arrows in an illustration that are similar to these call attention t ...
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NISSAN CARE S... Both NISSAN and your NISSAN dealer are dedicated to serving all your automotive needs. Y our satisfaction with your vehicle and your NISSAN dealer are our primary concerns. Y our NISSAN dealer is always available to assist you with all your automobile sales and service needs. However, if there is something that your NISSAN dealer c ...
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T able of Contents Illustrated table of contents Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system Instruments and controls Pre-driving checks and adjustments Heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems Starting and driving In case of emergency Appearance and care Maintenance and do-it-yourself T echnical and consumer information In ...
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0 Illustrated table of contents Air bags, seat belts and child restraints ..............0 - 2 Exterior front ......................................0 - 3 Exterior rear .......................................0 - 4 Passenger compartment ...........................0 - 5 Instrument panel ...................................0 - 6 Engine compartment check ...
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1. 2nd row seat belts (P . 1-16) 2. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bag (P . 1-64) 3. Front seat belts (P . 1-16) 4. Head restraints (P .1-7 ) 5. Supplemental front-impact air bags (P .1-71) 6. Seats (P . 1-3) 7. Occupant classification sensor (pressure sensor) (P . 1-71) 8. Seat belt with pretensioners (P . 1-77) 9. ...
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1. Engine hood (P . 8-6) 2. Windshield wiper and washer switch (P . 2-26) 3. Windshield (P . 8-22) 4. Windows (P . 2-47) 5. Door locks, keyfob (if so equipped) , keys (P . 3-3, 3-6, 3-2) 6. Mirrors (P . 3-15) 7. Tire pressure (P . 8-33) 8. Flat tire (P . 6-3) 9. Tire chains (P . 8-40) 10. Headlight and turn signal switch (P . 2-28); Replacing bulbs ...
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1. Rear sliding window (if so equipped) (P .2-50) 2. V ehicle loading (P . 9-13) 3. T ruck box, tailgate (P . 3-17) 4. Replacing bulbs (P . 8-29) 5. Fuel-filler cap, fuel recommendation (P . 3-11, P . 9-4) See the page number indicated in paren- theses for operating details. LII0053 EXTERIOR REAR 0-4 Illustrated table of contents ...
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1. Map lights (if so equipped) (P . 2-53) 2. Sun visors (P . 3-14) 3. Rearview mirror (if so equipped) (P . 3-15) 4. V ents (P . 4-2) 5. Glove box (P . 2-42) 6. Shift selector (automatic transmission, if so equipped) (P . 5-13) 7. Cup holders (P . 2-44) 8. Front seats (P . 1-3) 9. Console box (P . 2-41) 10. Rear seats (P . 1-14) 11. Flat tire/Jacki ...
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1. V ents (P . 4-2) 2. Headlight/fog light (if so equipped)/turn signal switch (P . 2-28) 3. Steering wheel switch for audio control (if so equipped)/Bluetooth 姞 Hands- Free Phone System (if so equipped) (P . 4-35, P . 4-37) 4. Driver supplemental air bag/horn (P . 1-64, P . 2-33) 5. Meters, gauges and warning/indicator lights (P . 2-3, 2-14) 6. ...
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15. Electronic locking rear differential (E-Lock) system switch (if so equipped) (P .2-36) Heated seat switch (if so equipped) (P . 2-33) Hill descent control switch (if so equipped) (P . 2-35) V ehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch (P . 2-34) 16. Shift selector (P . 5-13, 5-17) 17. 4WD shift switch (if so equipped) (P . 5-24) 18. Climate contro ...
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QR25DE engine 1. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir (P . 8-15) 2. Fuse/fusible link box (P . 8-24) 3. Fuse and relay box (P . 8-24) 4. Air cleaner (P . 8-20) 5. Engine oil filler cap (P . 8-10) 6. Engine oil dipstick (P . 8-10) 7. Brake fluid reservoir/Clutch fluid reservoir (M/T model) (P . 8-14) 8. Drive belt location (P .8-18) 9. Radiator cap (P ...
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VQ40DE engine 1. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir (P . 8-15) 2. Fuse/fusible link box (P . 8-24) 3. Fuse and relay box (P . 8-24) 4. Engine oil filler cap (P . 8-10) 5. Engine oil dipstick (P . 8-10) 6. Brake fluid reservoir/Clutch fluid reservoir (M/T model) (P . 8-14) 7. Air cleaner (P . 8-20) 8. Drive belt location (P .8-18) 9. Radiator cap (P ...
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W arning light Name Page or Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warn- ing light 2-15 Automatic transmis- sion check warning light 2-15 Automatic transmis- sion oil temperature warning light (if so equipped) 2-15 Automatic transmis- sion park warning light ( model) 2-15 or Brake warning light 2-16 W arning light Name Page Charge warning light 2-16 Door o ...
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Indicator light Name Page Electronic locking rear differential (E- Lock) system on indicator light (if so equipped) 2-20 4WD shift indicator light ( model) 2-21 Front passenger air bag status light 2-21 High beam indicator light (blue) 2-21 Hill descent control system on indicator light (if so equipped) 2-35 Malfunction Indica- tor Light (MIL) 2-21 ...
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MEMO 0-12 Illustrated table of contents ...
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1 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system Seats . ...........................................1 - 3 Front manual seat adjustment (if so equipped) ................................1 - 3 Front power seat adjustment (if so equipped) ................................1 - 5 Jump seat (King cab) ...........................1 - 7 Armrest ( ...
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Installing top tether strap (Jump seat – King cab models only) ............. 1-58 Installing top tether strap (Rear bench seat – Crew cab models only) ....... 1-58 Booster seats ................................. 1-59 Supplemental restraint system ..................... 1-64 Precautions on supplemental restraint system ........................... ...
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WARNING ● Do not ride in a moving vehicle when the seatback is reclined. This can be dangerous. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. In an accident, you could be thrown into it and receive neck or other serious injuries. Y ou could also slide under the lap belt and receive serious internal injuries. ● For the most effective protecti ...
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Forward and backward Pull the lever up and hold it while you slide the seat forward or backward to the desired position. Release the lever to lock the seat in position. Reclining T o recline the seatback, pull the lever up and lean back. T o bring the seatback forward, pull the lever up and lean your body forward. Release the lever to lock the seat ...
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Lumbar support (if so equipped for driver’s seat) The lumbar support feature provides lower back support to the driver. Move the lever forward or backward to adjust the seat lumbar area. FRONT POWER SEA T ADJUSTMENT (if so equipped) Operating tips ● The power seat motor has an auto-reset overload protection circuit. If the motor stops during op ...
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The reclining feature allows adjustment of the seatback for occupants of different sizes for added comfort and to help obtain proper seat belt fit (see “Precautions on seat belt usage” later in this section) . Also, the seatback can be re- clined to allow occupants to rest when the ve- hicle is stopped and the transmission is in P (Park) or N ( ...
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JUMP SEA T (King cab) WARNING ● Do not use a child restraint in the driv- er’s side jump seat. This seating posi- tion is not suitable for child restraint installation. A child restraint can be in- stalled in the passenger’s side jump seat when the seat extension is un- folded from the seat base. ● When folding the jump seat, be careful not ...
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The illustration shows the seating positions equipped with head restraints. The first row head restraints are adjustable. 䉱 Indicates the seating position is equipped with a head restraint. Components 1. Head restraint 2. Adjustment notches 3. Lock knob 4. Stalks Adjustment Adjust the head restraint so the center is level with the center of the s ...
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T o raise the head restraint, pull it up. T o lower, push and hold the lock knob and push the head restraint down. Removal Use the following procedure to remove the ad- justable head restraints. 1. Pull the head restraint up to the highest position. 2. Push and hold the lock knob. 3. Remove the head restraint from the seat. 4. Store the head restra ...
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Install 1. Align the head restraint stalks with the holes in the seat. Make sure the head restraint is facing the correct direction. The stalk with the adjustment notches 䊊 1 must be installed in the hole with the lock knob 䊊 2 . 2. Push and hold the lock knob and push the head restraint down. 3. Properly adjust the head restraint before an occ ...
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The illustration shows the seating positions equipped with head restraints. The second row head restraints are removable but not adjustable. 䉱 Indicates the seating position is equipped with a head restraint. + Indicates the seating position is not equipped with a head restraint or adjustable headrest. Components 1. Head restraint 2. Lock knobs 3 ...
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Install 1. Align the head restraint stalks with the holes in the seat. Make sure the head restraint is facing the correct direction. 2. Push the head restraint down until it locks in place. FLEXIBLE SEA TING WARNING ● Never allow anyone to ride in the cargo area or on the rear seats when they are in the fold-down position. In a collision, people ...
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Folding the front passenger’s seatback flat (if so equipped) T o fold the front passenger’s seatback flat for extra storage length when transporting long items: 䊊 1 Slide the seat to the rearmost position. Lift up on the recline lever, located on the out- side edge of the seat, and fold the seatback forward as far as it will go. Then lift up ...
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Folding the rear bench seat T o fold the rear bench seat up: 䊊 1 Lift up on the lever, located on the side of the seat, while lifting the front of the seat cushion up. 䊊 2 Fold the bottom of the seat cushion toward the back of the vehicle until it locks in place. 䊊 3 Repeat this process to raise and secure the seat cushion on the other side o ...
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WARNING ● When the vehicle is being used to carry cargo, 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 personal injury. ● Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and ...
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PRECAUTIONS ON SEA T BEL T USAGE If you are wearing your seat belt properly ad- justed and you are sitting upright and well back in your seat with both feet on the floor, your chances of being injured or killed in an accident and/or the severity of injury may be greatly reduced. NISSAN strongly encourages you and all of your passengers to buckle up ...
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WARNING ● Every person who drives or rides in this vehicle should use a seat belt at all times. Children should be properly re- strained in the rear seat and, if appro- priate, in a child restraint. WARNING ● The seat belt should be properly ad- justed to a snug fit. Failure to do so may reduce the effectiveness of the entire restraint system a ...
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WARNING ● Always route the shoulder belt over your shoulder and across your chest. Never put the belt behind your back, under your arm or across your neck. The belt should be away from your face and neck, but not falling off your shoulder. ● Position the lap belt as low and snug as possible AROUND THE HIPS, NO T THE WAIST . A lap belt worn too ...
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PREGNANT WOMEN NISSAN recommends that pregnant women use seat belts. The seat belt should be worn snug and always position the lap belt as low as possible around the hips, not the waist. Place the shoulder belt over your shoulder and across your chest. Never run the lap/shoulder belt over your ab- dominal area. Contact your doctor for specific reco ...
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䊊 2 Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retractor and insert the tongue into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage. ● The retractor is designed to lock dur- ing a sudden stop or on impact. A slow pulling motion permits the seat belt to move, and allows you some freedom of movement in the seat. ● If the seat belt cannot be pulle ...
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WARNING When fastening the seat belts, be certain that the seatbacks are completely se- cured in the latched position. If they are not completely secured, passengers may be injured in an accident or sudden stop. Fastening the seat belts (Jump seats King cab models) 1. Open the jump seat. See “Seats” earlier in this section. 䊊 2 Slowly pull th ...
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䊊 3 P osition the lap belt portion low and snug on the hips as shown. 䊊 4 Pull the shoulder belt portion toward the retractor to take up extra slack. Be sure the shoulder belt is routed over your shoulder and across your chest. The jump seat position’s three-point seat belts have two modes of operation: ● Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) ? ...
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T o increase your confidence in the seat belts, check the operation as follows: ● Grasp the shoulder belt and pull forward quickly . The retractor should lock and re- strict further belt movement. If the retractor does not lock during this check or if you have any questions about seat belt opera- tion, see a NISSAN dealer. Shoulder belt height ad ...
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WARNING ● Only NISSAN seat belt extenders, made by the same company which made the original equipment seat belts, should be used with NISSAN seat belts. ● Adults and children who can use the standard seat belt should not use an extender. Such unnecessary use could result in serious personal injury in the event of an accident. ● Never use seat ...
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WARNING Infants and children need special protec- tion. The vehicle’s seat belts may not fit them properly. The shoulder belt may come too close to the face or neck. The lap belt may not fit over their small hip bones. In an accident, an improperly fit- ting seat belt could cause serious or fatal injury. Always use appropriate child restraints. A ...
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WARNING Never let a child stand or kneel on any seat and do not allow a child in the cargo area. The child could be seriously injured or killed in a sudden stop or collision. PRECAUTIONS ON CHILD RESTRAINTS WARNING ● Failure to follow the warnings and in- structions for proper use and installa- tion of child restraints could result in serious inj ...
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– For forward-facing child seats and boosters, DO NO T install if the child restraint base extends past the for- ward edge of the seat cushion. – The child restraint must be used and installed properly. Always follow all of the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions for installation and use. – Infants and children should never be held ...
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Several manufacturers offer child restraints for infants and children of various sizes. When se- lecting any child restraint, keep the following points in mind: ● Choose only a restraint with a label certifying that it complies with Federal Motor V ehicle Safety Standard 213 or Canadian Motor V ehicle Safety Standard 213. ● Check the child rest ...
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The LA T CH lower anchor points are provided to install child restraints in the rear outboard seating positions only . Do not attempt to install a child restraint in the center position using the LA T CH lower anchors. LA T CH lower anchor WARNING Failure to follow the warnings and instruc- tions for proper use and installation of child restraints ...
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Installing child restraint LA T CH lower anchor attachments LA T CH compatible child restraints include two rigid or webbing-mounted attachments that can be connected to two anchors located at certain seating positions in your vehicle. With this sys- tem, you do not have to use a vehicle seat belt to secure the child restraint. Check your child re- ...
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1. T op tether strap 2. Anchor point T op tether anchor point locations Anchor points are located in the following loca- tions: ● On the back of the front passenger seat (King cab only) as shown. ● Under the rear window behind the rear bench seat (Crew cab only) as shown. ● On the floor between the jump seat belt buckles in the center of the ...
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REAR-F ACING CHILD RESTRAINT INST ALLA TION USING LA T CH (Crew cab models only) Refer to all W arnings and Cautions in the “Child Safety” and “Child Restraint” sections before in- stalling a child restraint. Follow these steps to install a rear-facing child restraint in the 2nd row seats using the LA T CH system: 1. P osition the child res ...
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3. For child restraints that are equipped with webbing-mounted attachments, remove any additional slack from the anchor attach- ments. Press downward and rearward firmly in the center of the child restraint with your hand to compress the vehicle seat cushion and seatback while tightening the webbing of the anchor attachments. 4. After attaching the ...
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REAR-F ACING CHILD RESTRAINT INST ALLA TION USING LA T CH — JUMP SEA T (King cab models only) WARNING ● The three-point seat belt with Auto- matic Locking Retractor (ALR) must be used when installing a child restraint. Failure to use the ALR mode will result in the child restraint not being properly secured. The restraint could tip over or be l ...
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Refer to all W arnings and Cautions in the “Child Safety” and “Child Restraint” sections before in- stalling a child restraint. Follow these steps to install a child restraint on the jump seat. 1. T o access the jump seat extension (passen- ger’s side only) 䊊 1 on the jump seat, pull up 䊊 2 on the extension to unfold it to the open po ...
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4. Secure the child restraint anchor attach- ments to the LA T CH lower anchors. Check to make sure the LA T CH attachment is prop- erly attached to the lower anchors. 5. For child restraints that are equipped with webbing-mounted attachments, remove any additional slack from the anchor attach- ments. Press downward and rearward firmly in the cente ...
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6. After attaching the child restraint, test it be- fore you place the child in it. Push it from side to side while holding the child restraint near the LA T CH attachment path. The child re- straint should not move more than 1 inch (25 mm) , from side to side. T ry to tug it forward and check to see if the LA T CH attachment holds the restraint in ...
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WARNING The three-point seat belt with Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) must be used when installing a child restraint. Failure to use the ALR mode will result in the child restraint not being properly secured. The restraint could tip over or be loose and cause injury to a child in a sudden stop or collision. Also, it can change the opera- tion of ...
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3. Pull the shoulder belt until the belt is fully extended. At this time, the seat belt retractor is in the Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) mode (child restraint mode) . It reverts to the Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) mode when the seat belt is fully retracted. 4. Allow the seat belt to retract. Pull up on the shoulder belt to remove any slac ...
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6. After attaching the child restraint, test it be- fore you place the child in it. Push it from side to side while holding the child restraint near the seat belt path. The child restraint should not move more than 1 inch (25 mm) , from side to side. T ry to tug it forward and check to see if the belt holds the restraint in place. If the restraint ...
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WARNING ● The three-point seat belt with Auto- matic Locking Retractor (ALR) must be used when installing a child restraint. Failure to use the ALR mode will result in the child restraint not being properly secured. The restraint could tip over or be loose and cause injury to a child in a sudden stop or collision. Also, it can change the operatio ...
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Refer to all W arnings and Cautions in the “Child Safety” and “Child Restraint” sections before in- stalling a child restraint. Follow these steps to install a child restraint on the passenger’s side jump seat. 1. T o access the jump seat extension 䊊 1 on the passenger’s side jump seat, pull up 䊊 2 on the extension to unfold it to t ...
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䊊 3 Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint and insert it into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage. Be sure to follow the child restraint manu- facturer’s instructions for belt routing. 䊊 4 Pull the shoulder belt until the belt is fully extended. At this time, the seat belt retractor is in the Automatic Locking ...
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6. Remove any additional slack from the seat belt; press downward and rearward firmly in the center of the child restraint to compress the vehicle seat cushion and seatback while pulling up on the seat belt. 7. After attaching the child restraint, test it be- fore you place the child in it. Push it from side to side while holding the seat near the ...
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2. Secure the child restraint anchor attach- ments to the LA T CH lower anchors. Check to make sure the LA T CH attachment is prop- erly attached to the lower anchors. If the child restraint is equipped with a top tether strap, route the top tether strap and secure the tether strap to the tether anchor point. See “Installing top tether strap” i ...
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6. After attaching the child restraint, test it be- fore you place the child in it. Push it from side to side while holding the child restraint near the LA T CH attachment path. The child re- straint should not move more than 1 inch (25 mm) , from side to side. T ry to tug it forward and check to see if the LA T CH attachment holds the restraint in ...
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– For forward-facing child seats and boosters, DO NO T install if the child restraint base extends past the for- ward edge of the driver’s side seat cushion. Refer to all W arnings and Cautions in the “Child Safety” and “Child Restraint” sections before in- stalling a child restraint. Follow these steps to install a child restraint on t ...
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2. P osition the child restraint on the seat. Al- ways follow the child restraint manufactur- er’s instructions. 3. Secure the child restraint anchor attach- ments to the LA T CH lower anchors. Check to make sure the LA T CH attachment is prop- erly attached to the lower anchors. If the child restraint is equipped with a top tether strap, route t ...
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5. For child restraints that are equipped with webbing-mounted attachments, remove any additional slack from the anchor attach- ments. Press downward and rearward firmly in the center of the child restraint with your knee to compress the vehicle seat cushion and seatback while tightening the webbing of the anchor attachments. 6. Tighten the tether ...
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Refer to all W arnings and Cautions in the “Child Safety” and “Child Restraint” sections before in- stalling a child restraint. Follow these steps to install a forward-facing child restraint using the vehicle seat belt in the rear seats (Crew cab models only) or in the front passenger seat: 1. If you must install a child restraint in the fr ...
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4. Pull the shoulder belt until the belt is fully extended. At this time, the seat belt retractor is in the Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) mode (child restraint mode) . It reverts to Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) mode when the seat belt is fully retracted. 5. Allow the seat belt to retract. Pull up on the shoulder belt to remove any slack in ...
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8. After attaching the child restraint, test it be- fore you place the child in it. Push it from side to side while holding the child restraint near the seat belt path. The child restraint should not move more than 1 inch (25 mm) , from side to side. T ry to tug it forward and check to see if the seat belt holds the restraint in place. If the restr ...
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FOW ARD-F ACING CHILD RESTRAINT INST ALLA TION USING THE SEA T BEL TS — FRONT P ASSENGER AND JUMP SEA TS (King cab models only) WARNING ● The three-point seat belt with Auto- matic Locking Retractor (ALR) must be used when installing a child restraint. Failure to use the ALR mode will result in the child restraint not being properly secured. Th ...
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Refer to all W arnings and Cautions in the “Child Safety” and “Child Restraint” sections before in- stalling a child restraint. Follow these steps to install a forward-facing child restraint using the vehicle seat belt in the passenger’s side jump seat (King cab models only) or in the front passenger seat: 1. If you must install a child r ...
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If the seating position does not have an adjustable head restraint and it is interfering with the proper child restraint fit, try another seating position or a different child restraint. 4. Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint and insert it into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage. Be sure to follow the child restr ...
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6. Allow the seat belt to retract. Pull up on the shoulder belt to remove any slack in the belt. 7. Remove any additional slack from the seat belt; press downward and rearward firmly in the center of the child restraint with your knee to compress the vehicle seat cushion and seatback while pulling up on the seat belt. 8. Tighten the tether strap ac ...
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10. Check to make sure that the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use. If the seat belt is not locked, repeat steps 3 through 9. After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt is fully retracted, the ALR mode (child re- straint mode) is canceled. INST ALLING T OP TETHER STRAP (Front passenger seat – King cab models only) B ...
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INST ALLING T OP TETHER STRAP (Jump seat – King cab models only) WARNING Do not secure the top tether strap to the routing bracket. If the child restraint is not anchored properly, the risk of a child be- ing injured or killed in a collision or a sudden stop greatly increases. First, secure the child restraint with the seat belt. 1. Pull the cove ...
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Before securing the child restraint with the LA T CH lower anchors (rear outboard seating po- sitions only [crew cab models only] ) or the seat belt, as applicable, follow these steps. 1. If necessary , raise or remove the head re- straint to position the top tether strap 䊊 1 over the top of the seatback. If the head restraint is removed, store i ...
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Booster seats of various sizes are offered by several manufacturers. When selecting any booster seat, keep the following points in mind: ● Choose only a booster seat with a label certifying that it complies with Federal Motor V ehicle Safety Standard 213 or Canadian Motor V ehicle Safety Standard 213. ● Check the booster seat in your vehicle to ...
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● Make sure the child’s head will be properly supported by the booster seat or vehicle seat. The seatback must be at or above the center of the child’s ears. For example, if a low back booster seat 䊊 1 is chosen, the vehicle seatback must be at or above the center of the child’s ears. If the seatback is lower than the center of the child? ...
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3. The booster seat should be positioned on the vehicle seat so that it is stable. If necessary , adjust or remove the head re- straint to obtain the correct booster seat fit. If the head restraint is removed, store it in a secure place. Be sure to reinstall the head restraint when the booster seat is removed. See “Head restraints” in this sec- ...
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Booster seat installation — jump seats (King cab models only) WARNING ● A child restraint system will not be in- stalled properly and the child could be seriously injured or killed in a sudden stop or collision. – For boosters, DO NO T install if the child restraint system base extends past the forward edge of the seat cushion. – Do not ins ...
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2. P osition the booster seat on the seat. Only place it in a front-facing direction. Always follow the booster seat manufacturer’s in- structions. 3. The booster seat should be positioned on the vehicle seat so that it is stable. If necessary , adjust or remove the head re- straint to obtain the correct booster seat fit. If the head restraint is ...
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Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bag system: This system can help cushion the impact force to the head of occupants in front and rear outboard seating positions in certain side impact or rollover collisions. In a side impact, the curtain and roll- over air bags are designed to inflate on the side where the vehicle is i ...
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● The driver and front passenger seat belt buckles are equipped with sensors that detect if the seat belts are fastened. The Advanced Air Bag System monitors the severity of a collision and seat belt us- age then inflates the air bags as needed. Failure to properly wear seat belts can increase the risk or severity of injury in an accident. ● Th ...
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WARNING ● Never let children ride unrestrained or extend their hands or face out of the window. Do not attempt to hold them in your lap or arms. Some examples of dangerous riding positions are shown in the illustrations. WARNING ● Children may be severely injured or killed when the front air bags, side air bags or curtain and rollover air bags ...
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WARNING ● Even with the NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System, never install a rear-facing child restraint in the front seat. An in- flating front air bag could seriously in- jure or kill your child. See “Child re- straints” earlier in this section for details. ARS1044 ARS1045 WRS0256 1-68 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system ...
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WARNING Front seat-mounted side-impact supple- mental air bags and roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bags: ● The side air bags and curtain and roll- over air bags ordinarily will not inflate in the event of a frontal impact, rear im- pact, or lower severity side collision. Always wear your seat belts to help reduce th ...
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WARNING ● The seat belts, the side air bags and curtain and rollover air bags are most effective when you are sitting well back and upright in the seat. The side air bag and curtain and rollover air bag inflate with great force. Do not allow anyone to place their hand, leg or face near the side air bag on the side of the seatback of the front sea ...
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1. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bags 2. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bag inflators 3. Air bag Control Unit (ACU) 4. Supplemental front-impact air bag mod- ules 5. Crash zone sensor 6. Occupant classification system control unit 7. Occupant classification sensor (pres- sure sensor) ...
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The driver supplemental front-impact air bag is located in the center of the steering wheel. The passenger supplemental front-impact air bag is mounted in the dashboard above the glove box. The front air bags are designed to inflate in higher severity frontal collisions, although they may in- flate if the forces in another type of collision are sim ...
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Front passenger air bag and status light WARNING The front passenger air bag is designed to automatically turn OFF under some con- ditions. Read this section carefully to learn how it operates. Proper use of the seat, seat belt and child restraints is nec- essary for most effective protection. Fail- ure to follow all instructions in this manual con ...
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classification sensor and the belt tension de- tected on the seat belt, the Advanced Air Bag System determines whether the front passenger air bag should be automatically turned OFF as required by the regulations. Front passenger seat adult occupants who are properly seated and using the seat belt as out- lined in this manual should not cause the p ...
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If a malfunction occurs in the front passenger air bag system, the supplemental air bag warning light , located in the meter and gauges area of the instrument panel, will blink. Have the sys- tem checked by a NISSAN dealer. Other supplemental front-impact air bag precautions WARNING ● Do not place any objects on the steer- ing wheel pad or on the ...
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Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bag and roof- mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bag systems The side air bags are located in the outside of the seatback of the front seats. The curtain and roll- over air bags are located in the side roof rails. These systems are designed to meet voluntary guidelines to help r ...
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WARNING ● Do not place any objects near the seat- back of the front seats. Also, do not place any objects (an umbrella, bag, etc .) between the front door finisher and the front seat. Such objects may become dangerous projectiles and cause injury if a side air bag inflates. ● Right after inflation, several side air bag and curtain and rollover ...
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● If you need to dispose of a pretensioner or scrap the vehicle, contact a NISSAN dealer. Incorrect disposal procedures could cause personal injury. W orking with the seat belt retractor, the preten- sioner helps tighten the seat belt when the ve- hicle becomes involved in certain types of colli- sions, helping to restrain front seat occupants. T ...
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SUPPLEMENT AL AIR BAG W ARNING LIGHT The supplemental air bag warning light, displaying in the instrument panel, moni- tors the circuits for the air bag systems, preten- sioners and all related wiring. When the ignition switch is placed in the ON or ST ART position, the supplemental air bag warn- ing light illuminates for about 7 seconds and then t ...
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2 Instruments and controls Instrument panel ...................................2 - 2 Meters and gauges ................................2 - 3 Speedometer and odometer . . ...................2 - 4 T achometer ....................................2 - 6 Engine coolant temperature gauge ...............2 - 6 Fuel gauge .................................... ...
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Glove box .................................... 2-42 Sunglasses holder (if so equipped) .............. 2-42 Map pockets .................................. 2-43 Seat pocket (if so equipped) .................... 2-44 Cup holders .................................. 2-44 Roof rack (if so equipped) ...................... 2-46 Windows ..................... ...
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1. V ents (P . 4-2) 2. Headlight/fog light (if so equipped)/turn signal switch (P . 2-28) 3. Steering wheel switch for audio control (if so equipped)/Bluetooth 姞 Hands- Free Phone System (if so equipped) (P . 4-35, P . 4-37) 4. Driver supplemental air bag/horn (P . 1-64, P . 2-33) 5. Meters, gauges and warning/indicator lights (P . 2-3, 2-14) 6. ...
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15. Electronic locking rear differential (E-Lock) system switch (if so equipped) (P .2-36) Heated seat switch (if so equipped) (P . 2-33) Hill descent control switch (if so equipped) (P . 2-35) V ehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch (P . 2-34) 16. Shift selector (P . 5-13, 5-17) 17. 4WD shift switch (if so equipped) (P . 5-24) 18. Climate contro ...
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1. Speedometer 2. Odometer/T win trip odometer 3. Change/Loose fuel cap warning mes- sage reset/Check tire pressure warning message reset button SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER Speedometer The speedometer indicates vehicle speed. Odometer/T win trip odometer The odometer/twin trip odometer is displayed when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position ...
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For vehicles equipped with trip computer, press- ing the change button changes the display as follows: T rip → T rip → Distance to Empty → Average speed → Average fuel consumption → Journey time → T rip For additional information, refer to “T rip com- puter” later in this section. Resetting the trip odometer: Pushing the change butt ...
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TIRE PRES warning message is displayed each time the ignition switch is placed in the ON position as long as the low tire pressure warning light remains illuminated. For more information see “Low tire pressure warning light” in the “In- struments and controls” section, “Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)” in the “Starting and driv ...
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CAUTION If the gauge indicates coolant tempera- ture near the hot (H) end of the normal range, reduce vehicle speed to decrease temperature. If the gauge is over the nor- mal range, stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible. If the engine is over- heated, continued operation of the ve- hicle may seriously damage the engine. See “If your vehicle ...
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ENGINE OIL PRESSURE GAUGE (if so equipped) The gauge indicates the engine lubrication sys- tem oil pressure while the engine is running. The needle should be in the middle of the gauge when the engine is running. CAUTION ● This gauge is not designed to indicate low engine oil level. Use the dipstick to check the oil level. (See “Engine oil” i ...
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TRIP COMPUTER (if so equipped) The display of the trip computer is situated in the speedometer display . When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the display scrolls all the modes of the trip computer and then shows the mode chosen before the ignition switch was placed in the OFF position. When the ignition switch is placed in the ON ...
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This unit has the following functions: ● Measures terrestrial magnetism and indi- cates heading direction of vehicle ● Indicates outside air temperature (if so equipped) With the ignition switch in the ON position, press the or button as described in the charts below to activate various features of the automatic anti-glare rearview mirror. T yp ...
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● When the outside temperature is between 140°F (60°C) and 194°F (90°C) , the display will read 140°F (60°C) . When the tempera- ture is above 194°F (90°C) , the display will read “SC” . ● When the outside temperature is between than -40°F (-40°C) and -60°F (-51°C) , the display will read -40°F (-40°C) . When the temperature i ...
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Zone variation change procedure The difference between magnetic north and geo- graphical north is known as variance. In some areas, this difference can sometimes be great enough to cause false compass readings. Follow these instructions to set the variance for your particular location if this happens: 1. Press and hold the button for about 11 secon ...
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1. With the display turned on, press and hold the button for about 13 seconds or the for about 10 seconds. The “C” or “CAL ” icon in the compass display will illu- minate. 2. Calibrate the compass by driving the vehicle in three complete circles at a maximum speed of 5 MPH (8 km/h) . 3. After completing the circles, the display should retur ...
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or Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light Low tire pressure warning light High beam indicator light (blue) Automatic T ransmission check warning light Low windshield-washer fluid warning light (if so equipped) Hill descent control system on indicator light (if so equipped) Automatic transmission oil temperature warning light (if so equipped) ...
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CHECKING BULBS With all doors closed, apply the parking brake and turn the ignition key to the ON position without starting the engine. The following lights will come on: , or , , , , The following lights come on briefly and then go off: or , , , , , , , , If any light fails to come on, it may indicate an open circuit in the electrical system. Have ...
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● Shift the 4WD switch into the 2WD, 4H or 4LO position again to turn off the A TP warning light when the shift selector is in the P position and the A TP warning light is ON . (Before shifting the 4WD switch into the 4LO position, move the shift selector into the N position once, shift the shift selector into P again and make sure the A TP warni ...
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CAUTION ● Do not ground electrical accessories directly to the battery terminal. Doing so will bypass the variable control sys- tem and the vehicle battery may not charge completely. Refer to “V ariable voltage control system” in the “Mainte- nance and do-it-yourself” section later in this manual. ● Do not continue driving if the genera ...
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Low fuel warning light This light comes on when the fuel level in the fuel tank is getting low . Refuel as soon as it is conve- nient, preferably before the fuel gauge reaches E (Empty) . There will be a small reserve of fuel in the tank when the fuel gauge needle reaches E (Empty) . Low tire pressure warning light Y our vehicle is equipped with a ...
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WARNING ● If the light does not illuminate with the ignition switch placed in the ON posi- tion, have the vehicle checked by a NISSAN dealer as soon as possible. ● If the light illuminates while driving, avoid sudden steering maneuvers or abrupt braking, reduce vehicle speed, pull off the road to a safe location and stop the vehicle as soon as ...
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Supplemental air bag warning light When the ignition switch is in the ON or ST ART position, the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates for about 7 seconds and then turns off. This means the system is operational. If any of the following conditions occur, the front air bag, side air bag, curtain and rollover air bag, and pretensioner system ...
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4WD shift indicator light ( model) The light should turn off within 1 second after placing the ignition switch in the ON position. While the engine is running, the 4WD shift indi- cator light will illuminate the position selected by the 4WD shift switch. The 4WD shift indicator light may blink while shifting from one drive mode to the other. Front ...
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Operation The Malfunction Indicator Light will come on in one of two ways: ● Malfunction Indicator Light on steady — An emission control system malfunction has been detected. Check the fuel-filler cap if the L OOSE FUEL CAP warning message is displayed in the odometer. If the fuel-filler cap is loose or missing, tighten or install the cap and c ...
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Make sure the transfer 4L O position indicator light turns on when you shift the 4WD shift switch to 4L O. The indicator light may blink while shifting from one drive mode to the other. The 4L O indicator light must stop blinking and remain illuminated or turn off before shifting the transmission into gear. If the shift selector is shifted from the ...
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AUDIBLE REMINDERS Brake pad wear warning The disc brake pads have audible wear warnings. When a disc brake pad requires replacement, it makes a high pitched scraping sound when the vehicle is in motion, whether or not the brake pedal is depressed. Have the brakes checked as soon as possible if the warning sound is heard. K ey reminder chime A chime ...
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K eyfob operation: ● Push the button on the keyfob. All doors lock. The hazard lights flash twice and the horn beeps once to indicate all doors are locked. ● When the button is pushed with all doors locked, the hazard lights flash twice and the horn beeps once as a re- minder that the doors are already locked. The horn may or may not beep. Refe ...
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3. Repeat steps 1 and 2. 4. Restart the engine while holding the device (which may have caused the interference) separate from the registered key . If the no start condition re-occurs, NISSAN rec- ommends placing the registered key on a sepa- rate key ring to avoid interference from other devices. Statement related to Section 15 of FCC Rules for NI ...
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Push the lever up 䊊 4 to have one sweep opera- tion (MIST) of the wiper. Pull the lever toward you 䊊 5 to operate the washer. The wiper will also operate several times. WARNING In freezing temperatures the washer solu- tion may freeze on the windshield and obscure your vision which may lead to an accident. Warm the windshield with the defroster ...
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HEADLIGHT CONTROL SWIT CH Lighting 䊊 1 When turning the switch to the posi- tion, the front parking, tail, license plate and instrument panel lights come on. 䊊 2 When turning the switch to the posi- tion, the headlights come on and all the other lights remain on. CAUTION Use the headlights with the engine run- ning to avoid discharging the vehi ...
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Autolight system (if so equipped) The autolight system allows the headlights to be set so they turn on and off automatically . The autolight system can: ● T urn on the headlights, front parking, tail, license plate and instrument panel lights au- tomatically when it is dark. ● T urn off all the lights when it is light. ● K eep all the lights ...
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Be sure you do not put anything on top of the autolight sensor 䊊 1 located in the top side of the instrument panel. The autolight sensor controls the autolight ; if it is cov- ered, the autolight sensor reacts as if it is dark out and the headlights will illuminate. If this occurs while parked with the engine off and the switch in the ON position ...
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If the parking brake is applied before the engine is started, the daytime running lights do not illumi- nate. The daytime running lights illuminate when the parking brake is released. The daytime run- ning lights will remain on until the ignition switch is placed in the OFF position. WARNING When the daytime running light system is active, tail lig ...
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FOG LIGHT SWIT CH (if so equipped) T o turn the fog lights on, turn the headlight switch to the position, then turn the fog light switch to the position. T o turn the fog lights on with the headlight switch in the AUT O position (if so equipped) , the head- lights must be on, then turn the fog light switch to the position. T o turn the fog lights o ...
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T o sound the horn, push the area between the horn icons on the steering wheel. WARNING Do not disassemble the horn. Doing so could affect proper operation of the supplemental front air bag system. T am- pering with the supplemental front air bag system may result in serious personal injury. T o turn on the cargo lamp, push the switch down to the O ...
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WARNING Do not use or allow occupants to use the seat heater if you or the occupants cannot monitor elevated seat temperatures or have an inability to feel pain in body parts that contact the seat. Use of the seat heater by such people could result in se- rious injury. CAUTION ● Do not use the seat heater for extended periods or when no one is us ...
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WARNING ● Never rely solely on the hill descent control system to control vehicle speed when driving on steep downhill grades. Always drive carefully when using the hill descent control system and decel- erate the vehicle speed by depressing the brake pedal if necessary. Be espe- cially careful when driving on frozen, muddy or extremely steep dow ...
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The Electronic Locking Rear Differential (E-Lock) system can help provide added traction if the vehicle is stuck or becoming stuck. T o activate the E-Lock system: ● the 4WD switch must be in the 4L O position (4-wheel drive vehicles) , ● the vehicle must be stopped or moving at 4 MPH (7 km/h) or less, and ● the E-Lock system switch must be t ...
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WARNING Pay special attention to your surround- ings when using the clutch interlock switch. The vehicle will move forward or backward according to the gear selected. The clutch interlock (clutch start) switch allows for starting the engine without depressing the clutch pedal. This feature helps you restart the engine if it stops under difficult co ...
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Open the cap to use a power outlet. CAUTION ● The outlet and plug may be hot during or immediately after use. ● Only certain power outlets are designed for use with a cigarette lighter unit. Do not use any other power outlet for an accessory lighter. See your NISSAN dealer for additional information. ● Do not use with accessories that ex - ce ...
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A/T model LIC0818 M/T model — T ype A (if so equipped) WIC1431 M/T model — T ype B (if so equipped) WIC1432 Instruments and controls 2-39 ...
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UNDER-SEA T ST ORAGE BINS WARNING ● Properly secure all cargo with ropes or straps to help prevent it from sliding or shifting. In a sudden stop or collision, unsecured cargo could cause personal injury. ● The cargo restrained in the under-seat storage bins must not exceed the weight limits listed below or the bins may not stay secured. In a su ...
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T o access the under-seat storage bins: For King cab model, lift up the jump seat. Refer to “Jump seat (King cab)” in the “Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system” section earlier in this manual. For Crew cab model, lift up the rear bench seat. Refer to “Folding the rear bench seat down” in the “Safety—Seats, se ...
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GL OVE BOX T o open the top portion of the glove box, push the latch 䊊 A up and raise the lid. T o open the lower portion of the glove box, pull the handle 䊊 B down and lower the lid. WARNING Keep glove box lid closed while driving to help prevent injury in an accident or a sudden stop. SUNGLASSES HOLDER (if so equipped) T o open the sunglasses ...
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MAP POCKETS WIC0824 King cab model LIC0826 Crew cab model LIC0825 Instruments and controls 2-43 ...
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SEA T POCKET (if so equipped) A pocket is located on the back of the driver’s seat. CUP HOLDERS The front cup holders have adapters that can be removed to accommodate larger cups. WARNING The cup holder should not be used while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation. CAUTION ● Avoid abrupt starting and braking when the cup ...
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T o open the 2nd row cup holders (rear of the front console) , lower the lid. T o close, raise the lid. If stepped on, the cup holder is designed to snap loose from the console. T o re-install, close the cup holder assembly and push it back into the console opening. T o fold the 2nd row bench seat back, first close the cup holder. CAUTION ● Do no ...
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ROOF RACK (if so equipped) WARNING ● Drive extra carefully when the vehicle is loaded at or near the cargo carrying capacity, especially if the significant portion of that load is carried on the roof rack. ● Heavy loading of the roof rack has the potential to affect the vehicle stability and handling during sudden or abnor- mal handling maneuve ...
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Always evenly distribute the cargo on the tubular roof rack. The maximum total load is 125 lb (56 kg) evenly distributed. Be careful that your vehicle does not exceed the Gross V ehicle W eight Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle W eight Ratings (GA WR front and rear) . The GVWR and GA WR are located on the F .M.V .S.S. label (located on the driver’s ...
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1. Window lock button 2. P ower door lock switch 3. Front passenger side window switch 4. Right rear passenger window switch (Crew Cab models only) 5. Left rear passenger window switch (Crew Cab models only) 6. Driver’s side automatic switch Driver’s side power window switch The driver’s side control panel is equipped with switches to open or ...
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Rear power window switch (Crew Cab models only) The rear power window switches open or close only the corresponding passenger window . T o open the window , push the switch and hold it down 䊊 1 . T o close the window, push the switch up 䊊 2 . Locking passengers’ windows When the window lock button is depressed, only the driver’s side window ...
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REAR SLIDING WINDOW (if so equipped) Squeeze the handles of the lever 䊊 1 , then slide the window open 䊊 2 . Sliding the moonroof T o fully open the moonroof, push the switch to- ward DOWN/OPEN 䊊 1 . T o fully close the moonroof, push the switch toward UP/CL OSE 䊊 2 . T o open or close the moonroof part way, push the switch in any direction ...
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Auto-reverse function (when closing or tilting down the moonroof) The auto-reverse function can be activated when the moonroof is closed or tilted down by auto- matic operation when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position or for a period of time after the ignition switch is placed in the OFF position. Depending on the environment or drivin ...
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T ype A LIC0789 T ype B LIC0792 T ype C LIC0630 2-52 Instruments and controls ...
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The interior lights have a three-position switch and operate regardless of ignition switch posi- tion. When the switch is in the ON position 䊊 1 , the interior lights illuminate, regardless of door posi- tion. The lights will go off after a period of time unless the ignition switch is in the ON position. When the switch is in the O (DOOR) positio ...
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T o turn the map lights on, press the lenses. T o turn them off, press the lenses of the lights again. CAUTION Do not use for extended periods of time with the engine stopped. This could result in a discharged battery. The HomeLink 姞 Universal T ransceiver provides a convenient way to consolidate the functions of up to three individual hand-held ...
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PROGRAMMING HOMELINK 姞 1. T o begin, press and hold the two outer HomeLink 姞 buttons (to clear the memory) until the indicator light 䊊 1 blinks (after 20 seconds) . Release both buttons. 2. P osition the end of the hand-held transmitter 1 - 3 inches (26 - 76 mm) away from the HomeLink 姞 surface. 3. Using both hands, simultaneously press and ...
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7. Within 30 seconds of pressing and releas- ing the garage door opener’s program but- ton, quickly and firmly press and release the HomeLink 姞 button you’ve just programmed. Press and release the HomeLink 姞 button up to 3 times to complete the training. 8. Y our HomeLink 姞 button should now be pro- grammed. (T o program the remaining Hom ...
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REPROGRAMMING A SINGLE HOMELINK 姞 BUTT ON T o reprogram a HomeLink 姞 Universal T ransceiver button, complete the following. 1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink 姞 but- ton. Do not release the button until step 4 has been completed. 2. When the indicator light begins to flash slowly (after 20 seconds) , position the hand-held transmitte r1-3 ...
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MEMO 2-58 Instruments and controls ...
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3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments K e y s .............................................3 - 2 NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system keys (if so equipped) ................................3 - 2 Doors ............................................3 - 3 Locking with key ................................3 - 3 Locking with inside lock knob ................... ...
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1. T wo master keys (black) with transponder chip and chrome NISSAN brand symbol on one side. 2. T ransponder chip 3. K ey number plate A key number plate is supplied with your keys. Record the key number and keep the plate in a safe place (such as your wallet) , not in the ve- hicle. If you lose your keys, see a NISSAN dealer for duplicates by usi ...
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When the doors are locked using one of the following methods, the doors can not be opened using the inside or outside door handles. The doors must be unlocked to open the doors. WARNING ● Always have the doors locked while driving. Along with the use of seat belts, this provides greater safety in the event of an accident by helping to prevent per ...
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L OCKING WITH INSIDE L OCK KNOB T o lock the door without the key, move the inside lock knob to the lock position 䊊 1 , then close the door. T o unlock the door without the key, move the inside lock knob to the unlock position 䊊 2 . L OCKING WITH POWER DOOR L OCK SWIT CH (if so equipped) T o lock all the doors without a key, push the door lock ...
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REAR DOORS (King Cab models) 1. Open the driver’s or passenger’s door. 2. From the outside, pull the door handle 䊊 A toward you. 3. Open the door to the desired position. AUT OMA TIC DOOR L OCKS (if so equipped) ● All doors lock automatically when the vehicle speed reaches 15 MPH (24 km/h) . ● For automatic transmission models: All doors ...
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The automatic unlock function can be de- activated or activated. T o deactivate or acti- vate the automatic door unlock system, perform the following procedure: 1. Close all doors. 2. Place the ignition switch in the ON position. 3. Within 20 seconds of performing Step 2, push and hold the power door lock switch to the position (UNL OCK) for more t ...
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As many as 5 keyfobs can be used with one vehicle. For information concerning the purchase and use of additional keyfobs, contact a NISSAN dealer. The keyfob will not function when: ● the battery is discharged ● the distance between the vehicle and the keyfob is over 33 ft (10 m) The panic alarm will not activate when the key is in the ignition ...
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● When the button is pressed with all doors locked, the hazard warning lights flash twice and the horn beeps once as a reminder that the doors are already locked. ● If a door is open and you press the button, the doors will lock but the horn will not beep and the hazard lights will not flash. The horn may or may not beep. Refer to “Silenc- in ...
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Opening windows (if so equipped) The keyfob allows you to open windows equipped with automatic operation. ● T o open the windows, press the but- ton on the keyfob for longer than 3 sec- onds after all doors are unlocked. The door windows will open while pressing the button on the keyfob. The door windows cannot be closed by using the keyfob. Usin ...
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Silencing the horn beep feature If desired, the horn beep feature can be deacti- vated using the keyfob. T o deactivate: Press and hold the and buttons for at least 2 seconds. The hazard warning lights will flash three times to confirm that the horn beep feature has been deactivated. T o activate: Press and hold the and buttons for at least 2 secon ...
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WARNING ● Make sure the hood is completely closed and latched before driving. Fail- ure to do so could cause the hood to fly open and result in an accident. ● If you see steam or smoke coming from the engine compartment, to avoid injury do not open the hood. FUEL -FILLER CAP WARNING ● Gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive under ...
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– Keep the pump nozzle in contact with the container while you are fill- ing it. – Use only approved portable fuel con- tainers for flammable liquid. CAUTION ● The LOOSE FUEL CAP warning mes- sage will be displayed if the fuel-filler cap is not properly tightened. It may take a few driving trips for the message to be displayed. Failure to tig ...
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Loose Fuel Cap warning message The L OOSE FUEL CAP warning message dis- plays in the odometer when the fuel-filler cap is not tightened correctly after the vehicle has been refueled. It may take a few driving trips for the message to be displayed. T o turn off the warning message, perform the following: 1. Remove and install the fuel-filler cap as ...
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䊊 1 T o block glare from the front, swing down the main sun visor. 䊊 2 T o block glare from the side, remove the main sun visor from the center mount and swing the visor to the side. 䊊 3 Slide the sun visor extension (if so equipped) in or out as needed. CAUTION ● Do not store the sun visor before return- ing the extension to its original p ...
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REARVIEW MIRROR (if so equipped) The night position 䊊 1 reduces glare from the headlights of vehicles behind you at night. Use the day position 䊊 2 when driving in daylight hours. WARNING Use the night position only when neces- sary, because it reduces rear view clarity. AUT OMA TIC ANTI-GLARE REARVIEW MIRROR (if so equipped) The inside mirror ...
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Manual control type (if so equipped) The outside mirror can be moved in any direction for a better rear view . Electric control type (if so equipped) The outside mirror remote control will operate only when the ignition switch is placed in the ACC or ON position. Move the small switch 䊊 1 to select the right or left mirror. Adjust each mirror to ...
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T AIL GA TE Opening the tailgate Pull the tailgate handle upward and lower the tailgate. The support cables hold the tailgate open. When closing the tailgate, make sure the latches are securely locked. Do not drive the vehicle with the tailgate down, unless equipped with NISSAN’s Bed Extender (accessory) or equivalent in the extended position. Fo ...
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Installing the tailgate 1. Insert the tailgate into the left side hinge. 2. Hold the tailgate at a 45 degree angle and insert into the right side hinge. 3. Continue to hold the tailgate at a 45 degree angle and attach the tailgate support cables. 4. Close the tailgate securely . Locking the tailgate T o lock the tailgate, turn the key toward the pa ...
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P ositioning the bed extender T o use the bed extender in the inward position perform the following: 1. Rotate the bed extender 䊊 1 toward the cab of the truck. 2. If necessary , remove tethers from the tailgate latch. 3. Tighten the knobs to secure the extender into the desired position. 4. Close the tailgate. 5. Place cargo inside the bed exten ...
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TIE DOWN HOOKS (if so equipped) For your convenience, tie down hooks are placed at each corner of the truck box. These may be used to help secure cargo loaded into the truck box. ● The weight of the cargo load must be evenly distributed over both the front and the rear axles. ● All cargo should be securely fastened with ropes or straps to preve ...
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4 Heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems V ents . ...........................................4 - 2 Heater and air conditioner (manual) (T ype A) ..........4 - 2 Controls .......................................4 - 3 Heater operation ...............................4 - 4 Air conditioner operation (if so equipped) .........4 - 6 Air flow char ...
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Adjust air flow direction for the driver’s and pas- senger’s side windows 䊊 1 , driver and passenger 䊊 2 , or center 䊊 3 vent by moving the vent slide and/or vent assemblies. WARNING ● The air conditioner cooling function op- erates only when the engine is running. ● Do not leave children or adults who would normally require the assis ...
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1. Fan control dial 2. T emperature control dial 3. Air flow control dial 4. Air conditioner button (if so equipped) 5. Air recirculation button CONTROLS Fan control dial The fan control dial turns the fan on and off, and controls fan speed. Air flow control dial The air flow control dial allows you to select the air flow outlets. MAX A/C — Air f ...
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OFF position: Push the air recirculation button again to turn air recirculation off. The indicator light on the button will turn off. Outside air is drawn into the passenger compartment and distributed through the selected outlet. Use the off position for normal heater or air con- ditioner operation. Air conditioner button (if so equipped) The butt ...
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● When the position is selected, the air conditioner automatically turns on (however, the indicator light will not illuminate) if the outside temperature is more than 36°F (2°C) . If the air flow control dial is in the position for more than one minute, the air conditioning system will continue to operate until the fan control dial is turned to ...
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AIR CONDITIONER OPERA TION (if so equipped) Start the engine, turn the fan control dial to the desired position, and push in the button to activate the air conditioner. When the air condi- tioner is on, cooling and dehumidifying functions are added to the heater operation. The air conditioner cooling function oper- ates only when the engine is runn ...
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● The air conditioning system should be operated for approximately 10 minutes at least once a month. This helps pre- vent damage to the system due to lack of lubrication. ● A visible mist may be seen coming from the vents in hot, humid conditions as the air is cooled rapidly . This does not indicate a mal- function. ● If the engine coolant te ...
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WHA1386 WHA1387 4-8 Heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems ...
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WHA1388 WHA1389 Heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems 4-9 ...
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WARNING ● The air conditioner cooling function op- erates only when the engine is running. ● Do not leave children or adults who would normally require the assistance of others alone in your vehicle. Pets should also not be left alone. They could accidentally injure themselves or others through inadvertent operation of the vehicle. Also, on hot ...
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— Air flows from center and side vents. — Air flows from center and side vents and foot outlets. — Air flows mainly from foot outlets. — Air flows from defroster outlets and foot outlets. — Air flows mainly from defroster outlets. T emperature control dial The temperature control dial allows you to adjust the temperature of the outlet air ...
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Defrosting or defogging This mode directs the air to the defrost outlets to defrost/defog the windows. 1. Press the defrost/defog button . 2. T urn the fan control dial to the desired posi- tion. 3. T urn the temperature control dial to the de- sired position between the middle and the hot position. ● T o quickly remove ice or fog from the win- d ...
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The air conditioner cooling function oper- ates only when the engine is running. Cooling This mode is used to cool and dehumidify the air. 1. Press the button to the OFF position. 2. Press the air flow control button. 3. T urn the fan control dial to the desired posi- tion. 4. Press the button. The indicator light on the button will come on. 5. T u ...
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● If the engine coolant temperature gauge indicates engine coolant tem- perature over the normal range, turn the air conditioner off. See “If your vehicle overheats” in the “In case of emergency” section of this manual. AIR FL OW CHARTS The following charts show the button and dial positions for MAXIMUM AND QUICK heating, cooling or defro ...
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LHA2060 LHA2061 Heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems 4-15 ...
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LHA2062 WHA1362 4-16 Heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems ...
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The air conditioner system in your NISSAN ve- hicle 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 re- quired when servicing your NISSAN air condi- tioner. Using improper refrigerants or lubricants will cause severe damage to ...
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Static and flutter: During signal interference from buildings, large hills or due to antenna position (usually in conjunction with increased distance from the station transmitter) , static or flutter can be heard. This can be reduced by adjusting the treble control to reduce treble response. Multipath reception: Because of the reflective characteri ...
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Compact disc (CD) player CAUTION ● Do not force a compact disc into the CD insert slot. This could damage the CD and/or CD changer/player. ● T rying to load a CD with the CD door closed could damage the CD and/or CD changer. ● Only one CD can be loaded into the CD player at a time. ● Only use high quality 4.7 in (12 cm) round disc s that ha ...
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Compact disc with MP3 or WMA (if so equipped) T erms: ● MP3 — MP3 is short for Moving Pictures Experts Group Audio Layer 3. MP3 is the most well-known compressed digital audio file format. This format allows for near “CD quality” sound, but at a fraction of the size of normal audio files. MP3 conversion of an audio track from CD-ROM can red ...
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Playback order: Music playback order of a CD with MP3 or WMA files is as illustrated. ● The names of folders not containing MP3 or WMA files are not shown in the display . ● If there is a file in the top level of the disc, “Root Folder” is displayed. ● The playback order is the order in which the files were written by the writing software ...
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Specification chart : Supported media CD, CD-R, CD-RW Supported file systems ISO9660 LEVEL1, ISO9660 LEVEL2, Apple ISO, Romeo, Joliet * ISO9660 Level 3 (packet writing) is not supported. Supported versions*1 MP3 V ersion MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG2.5 Sampling frequency 8 kHz - 48 kHz Bit rate 8 kbps - 320 kbps, VBR WMA V ersion WMA7, WMA8, WMA9 Sampling fr ...
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T roubleshooting guide: Symptom Cause and Countermeasure Cannot play Check if the disc was inserted correctly. Check if the disc is scratched or dirty. Check if there is condensation inside the player. If there is, wait until the condensation is gone (about 1 hour) before using the player. If there is a temperature increase error, the CD player wil ...
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1. PRESET A·B·C button 2. CD eject button 3. MENU button 4. CD insert slot 5. CD button 6. FM·AM button 7. TUNE buttons 8. RPT button 9. PWR button/VOL control knob 10. RDM button 11. Station select (1 - 6) buttons 12. SEEK buttons T ype A WHA1075 4-24 Heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems ...
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1. PRESET A·B·C button 2. CD eject button 3. FM·AM button 4. CD insert slot 5. CD button 6. MENU button 7. TUNE button 8. RPT button 9. PWR button/VOL control knob 10. RDM button 11. Station select (1 - 6) buttons 12. SEEK button FM/AM RADIO WITH COMP ACT DISC (CD) PLA YER (T ype A and B) (if so equipped) For all operation precautions, see ⬙ A ...
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MENU button (BASS, TREBLE , FADE , BALANCE and CLOCK) : Press the MENU button to change the mode as follows: BAS → TRE → FA D → BAL → CL OCK → Audio → BAS T o adjust Bass, T reble, Fade and Balance, press the MENU button until the desired mode appears in the display . Press the SEEK button to adjust Bass and T reble to the desired level ...
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The FM stereo indicator, ST , illuminates during FM stereo reception. When the stereo broadcast signal is weak, the radio automatically changes from stereo to monaural reception. TUNE buttons: Manual tuning Press the TUNE or button for less than 0.5 seconds for manual tuning. T o move quickly through the channels, press and hold either TUNE or butt ...
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SEEK (Scan CDs) button: Press and hold the SEEK button for more than 1.5 seconds to scan through the first 10 seconds of a track on the compact disc. The SCAN icon is flashed during scan mode. The scan mode is canceled once it scans through all the tracks on the disc, or if the SEEK or button is pressed during the scan mode. RPT button: When the RP ...
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1. PRESET A·B·C button 2. Display screen 3. DISP/CL OCK button 4. SEEK/TRACK button 5. CD button 6. RADIO button* 7. AUX button 8. SCAN RPT button 9. CA T FOLDER button 10. L OAD button 11. CD insert slot 12. CD eject button 13. VOL control knob and PWR button 14. Station and CD select (1 – 6) buttons 15. TUNE/TRACK knob and AUDIO button *No sa ...
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Audio main operation POWER/VOLUME control: T urn the ignition switch to ACC or ON, and then press the PWR/VOL control knob while the sys- tem is off to call up the mode (radio or CD) which was playing immediately before the system was turned off. T o turn the system off, press the PWR/VOL con- trol knob. T urn the PWR/VOL control knob to adjust the ...
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● T rack number mode displays the number of the selected disc and the track that is cur- rently being played on the disk. MP3 display mode T o change the text displayed when listening to an MP3/WMA CD with MP3/WMA text (when CD with text is being used) , press the DISP/CLOCK button. The DISP/CL OCK button will scroll through the CD text as follow ...
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If a compact disc is playing when the RADIO button is pushed, the compact disc will automati- cally be turned off and the last radio station played will come on. The FM stereo indicator ST will glow during FM stereo reception. When the stereo broadcast signal is weak, the radio will automatically change from stereo to monaural reception. CA T FOLDE ...
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Compact disc (CD) changer operation T urn the ignition key to the ACC or ON position and insert the compact disc into the slot with the label side facing up. The compact disc will be guided automatically into the slot and start play- ing. T o insert the disc, first press the L OAD button. If the radio is already operating, it will automati- cally t ...
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1 TRACK RPT : The track that is currently playing will be repeated ALL DISC RDM: T racks from all discs will be played randomly 1 DISC RDM: T racks from the disc that is cur- rently playing will be played randomly CD EJECT: Current/Selected disc: ● Press the button, then press the slot number (1 – 6) for the desired disc. The compact disc will ...
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CD CARE AND CLEANING ● Handle a CD by its edges. Do not bend the disc. Never touch the surface of the disc. ● Always place the discs in the storage case when they are not being used. ● T o 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 ...
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MODE select switch Push the mode select switch to change the modes: PRESET A → PRESET B → PRESET C → CD* → AUX** → PRESET A *This mode is only available when a CD is loaded. **This mode is only available when a compatible auxiliary device is plugged into the AUX jack. V olume control switch Push the volume control switch up or down to inc ...
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CAUTION ● Keep the antenna as far away as pos- sible from the electronic control modules. ● Keep the antenna wire more than 8 in (20 cm) away from the electronic con- trol system harnesses. Do not route the antenna wire next to any harness. ● Adjust the antenna standing-wave ratio as recommended by the manufacturer. ● Connect the ground wir ...
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Y our NISSAN is equipped with the Bluetooth 姞 Hands-Free Phone System. If you have a com- patible Bluetooth 姞 enabled cellular phone, you can set up the wireless connection between your cellular phone and the in-vehicle phone module. With Bluetooth 姞 wireless technology , you can make or receive a hands-free telephone call with your cellular ...
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– Y our cellular phone is locked to prevent it from being dialed. ● When the radio wave condition is not ideal or ambient sound is too loud, it may be difficult to hear the other person’s voice dur- ing a call. ● Do not place the cellular phone in an area surrounded by metal or far away from the in-vehicle phone module to prevent tone quali ...
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Operating tips T o get the best performance out of the NISSAN V oice Recognition system, observe the following: ● K eep the interior of the vehicle as quiet as possible. Close the windows to eliminate surrounding noises (traffic noises, vibration sounds, etc.) , which may prevent the system from recognizing voice commands correctly . ● W ait un ...
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– NO T “One eight hundred six six two sixty two hundred,” and – NO T “One eight oh oh six six two sixty two hundred” ● Numbers can be spoken in small groups. The system will prompt you to continue en- tering digits, if desired. Example: 1-800-662-6200 – “One eight zero zero” The system repeats the numbers and prompts you to ente ...
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Y ou can also use the button to interrupt the system feedback and give a command at once. See “List of voice commands” and “During a call” in this section for more information. PHONE/END While the voice recognition system is active, press and hold the button for 5 seconds to quit the voice recognition system at any time. TUNING SWIT CH Whil ...
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3. Say: “ Add phone” 䊊 B . The system acknowl- edges the command and asks you to initiate connecting from the phone handset 䊊 C . The connecting procedure of the cellular phone varies according to each cellular phone model. See the cellular phone Own- er’s Manual for details. Y ou can also visit www .nissanusa.com/bluetooth for instruc- t ...
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LIST OF VOICE COMMANDS Main Menu “Call” “Phonebook” “Recent Calls” “Connect Phone” When you press and release the button on the steering wheel, you can choose from the commands on the Main Menu. The following pages describe these commands and the com- mands in each sub-menu. Remember to wait for the tone before speaking. After the m ...
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If a call back number does not exist, the system announces, “There is no number to call back” and ends the VR session. During a call During a call there are several command options available. Press the button on the steering wheel to mute the receiving voice and enter com- mands. ● “Help” — The system announces the avail- able commands. ...
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“T ransfer Entry” 䊊 A Use the T ransfer Entry command to store a new name in the system. When prompted by the system, say the name you would like to give the new entry . For example, say: “Mary .” If the name is too long or too short, the system tells you, then prompts you for a name again. Also, if the name sounds too much like a name al ...
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NO TE: Each phone has its own separate phone- book. Y ou cannot access Phone A’s phone- book if you are currently connected with Phone B . “List Names” 䊊 A Use the List Names command to hear all the names and locations in the phone book. The system recites the phone book entries but does not include the actual phone numbers. When the playba ...
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“Delete Phone” 䊊 C Use the Delete Phone command to delete a phone that is connected to the vehicle. The sys- tem will list the names assigned to each phone and then prompt you for the phone you wish to delete. Deleting a phone from the vehicle will also delete that phonebook for that phone. “T urn Bluetooth OFF” 䊊 D Use the T urn Blueto ...
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● next entry ● dial star two one seven oh ● yes ● no ● select ● missed ● dial eight five six nine two ● Bluetooth on ● outgoing ● call three one nine oh two ● nine seven pause pause three oh eight ● cancel ● call back number ● call star two zero nine five ● delete phone ● dial eight three zero five one ● record nam ...
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TROUBLESHOO TING GUIDE The system should respond correctly to all voice commands without difficulty . If problems are en- countered, try the following solutions. Where the solutions are listed by number, try each solution in turn, starting with number 1, until the problem is resolved. Symptom Solution System fails to interpret the command correctly ...
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MEMO Heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems 4-51 ...
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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 - 3 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ..........5 - 3 On-pavement and off-road driving precautions ....................................5 - 6 Avoiding collisi ...
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Draining of coolant water ....................... 5-38 Tire equipment ................................ 5-38 Special winter equipment ....................... 5-38 Driving on snow or ice ......................... 5-38 Engine block heater (if so equipped) ............. 5-39 ...
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WARNING ● Do not leave children or adults who would normally require the assistance of others alone in your vehicle. Pets should also not be left alone. They could accidentally injure themselves or others through inadvertent operation of the vehicle. Also, on hot, sunny days, temperatures in a closed vehicle could quickly become high enough to ca ...
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THREE-W A Y CA T AL Y ST The three-way catalyst is an emission control device installed in the exhaust system. Exhaust gases in the three-way catalyst are burned at high temperatures to help reduce pollutants. WARNING ● The exhaust gas and the exhaust sys- tem are very hot. Keep people, animals or flammable materials away from the exhaust system ...
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subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the mal- function exists. When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alter- nate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the ...
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WARNING ● If the low tire pressure warning light illuminates while driving, avoid sudden steering maneuvers or abrupt braking, reduce vehicle speed, pull off the road to a safe location and stop the vehicle as soon as possible. Driving with under- inflated tires may permanently damage the tires and increase the likelihood of tire failure. Serious ...
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For Canada: This device complies with RSS-210 of In- dustry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interfer- ence, and 2. This device must accept any interfer- ence, include interference that may cause undesired operation of the de- vice. ON-P AVEMENT AND OFF-ROAD DRIVING PRECAUTIONS Utility vehic ...
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is reduced. Do not attempt to drive the ve- hicle back onto the road surface until vehicle speed is reduced. 6. When it is safe to do so, gradually turn the steering wheel until both tires return to the road surface. When all tires are on the road surface, steer the vehicle to stay in the ap- propriate driving lane. ● If you decide that it is not ...
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Remember, drinking and driving don’t mix! And that is true for drugs, too (over-the-counter, pre- scription, and illegal drugs) . Don’t drive if your ability to operate your vehicle is impaired by alco- hol, drugs, or some other physical condition. DRIVING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Y our NISSAN is designed for both normal and off-road use. However, av ...
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● Before operating the vehicle, ensure that the driver and all passengers have their seat belts fastened. ● Always drive with the floor mats in place as the floor may become hot. ● Lower your speed when encountering strong crosswinds. With a higher center of gravity, your NISSAN is more af- fected by strong side winds. Slower speeds ensure be ...
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WARNING ● Never remove the ignition key or place the ignition switch in the LOCK position while driving. The steering wheel will lock (for models with a steering lock mechanism) . This may cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle and could result in serious vehicle damage or per- sonal injury. AUT OMA TIC TRANSMISSION (if so equipped) The ...
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There is an OFF position between the LOCK and ON positions. The OFF position is indicated by a “1” on the ignition switch. When the ignition is in the OFF position, the steering wheel is not locked (for mod- els with a steering lock mechanism) . In order for the steering wheel to be locked, it must be turned about 1/8 of a turn clockwise from t ...
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If the engine fails to start using a registered key (for example, when interference is caused by another registered key , an automated toll road device or automatic payment device on the key ring) , restart the engine using the following pro- cedures: 1. Leave the ignition switch in the ON position for approximately 5 seconds. 2. T urn the ignition ...
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● If the engine is very hard to start in extremely cold weather or when restarting, depress the accelerator pedal a little (approximately 1/3 to the floor) and hold it and then crank the engine. Release the key and the accel- erator pedal when the engine starts. ● If the engine is very hard to start because it is flooded, depress the accelerato ...
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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 in the ON position. The shift selector cannot be moved out of the P (Park) position and into any of the other gear positions if the ignition switch is placed in the LOCK or OFF position. T ...
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Use the P (Park) shift selector position when the vehicle is parked or when starting the engine. Make sure the vehicle is completely stopped. The brake pedal should be depressed to move the shift selector from N (Neutral) or any drive position to P (Park) . Apply the parking brake. When parking on a hill, apply the parking brake first, then move th ...
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Shift lock release If the battery is discharged, the shift selector may not be moved from the P (Park) position even with the brake pedal depressed. T o move the shift selector, release the shift lock. The shift selector can be moved to N (Neutral) . However, the steering wheel will be locked un- less the ignition switch is placed in the ON posi- t ...
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Overdrive switch Each time your vehicle is started, the transmis- sion is automatically “reset” to overdrive ON. ON: With the engine running and the shift selector in the D (Drive) position, the transmission upshifts into Overdrive as vehicle speed increases. Overdrive does not engage until the engine has reached operating temperature. OFF: For ...
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Shifting T o change gears, or when upshifting or down- shifting, depress the clutch pedal fully , shift into the appropriate gear, then release the clutch slowly and smoothly . T o ensure smooth gear changes, fully depress the clutch pedal before operating the shift selector. If the clutch pedal is not fully depressed before the transmission is shi ...
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Suggested maximum speed in each gear Downshift to a lower gear if the engine is not running smoothly , or if you need to accelerate. Do not exceed the maximum suggested speed (shown below) in any gear. For level road driving, use the highest gear suggested for that speed. Always observe posted speed limits, and drive according to the road condition ...
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T o engage: Pull the parking brake lever up 䊊 A . T o release: 1. Firmly apply the foot brake. 2. Manual transmission models: Place the shift selector in the N (Neutral) position. Automatic transmission models: Move the shift selector to the P (Park) position. 3. While pulling up on the parking brake lever slightly , push the button 䊊 B and low ...
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● The SET indicator light may blink when the cruise control main switch is turned ON while pushing the ACCEL/RES, COAST/SET , or CANCEL switch (located on the steering wheel) . T o properly set the cruise control system, use the following pro- cedures. WARNING Do not use the cruise control when driving under the following conditions: ● When it ...
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T o reset at a faster cruising speed, use one of the following three methods. ● Depress the accelerator pedal. When the vehicle attains the desired speed, push and release the COAST/SET switch. ● Push and hold the ACCEL/RES switch. When the vehicle attains the speed you de- sire, release the switch. ● Push and release the ACCEL/RES switch. Ea ...
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● When cruising at highway speeds, it is more economical to use the air conditioner and leave the windows closed to reduce drag. ● For vehicles equipped with , use 4H or 4L position only when necessary . Four- wheel drive operation lowers fuel economy . WARNING ● For 4WD equipped vehicles, do not at- tempt to raise two wheels off the ground a ...
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TRANSFER CASE SHIFTING PROCEDURES The part time 4WD system provides 3 positions (2WD, 4H and 4L O) , so you can select the desired drive mode according to the driving conditions. 2WD or 4WD shift procedure: 4WD Shift Switch Position Wheels Driven Indicator Light Use Conditions 4WD Shift Procedure 4WD shift T ransfer 4LO position 2WD Rear wheels For ...
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*1: Before moving the shift selector from neutral, wait until the 4L O indicator light stays on steady. This indicates that the 4WD shift procedure is completed and the transfer gear is correctly set in the 4L O position. If the vehicle is shifted into gear before the indicator is on steady, the transfer gear may grind, not engage correctly or stay ...
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The transfer case 4WD shift switch is used to select either 2WD or 4WD depending on the driving conditions. There are three types of drive modes available, 2WD, 4H and 4L O. The 4WD shift switch electronically controls the transfer case operation. Rotate the switch to move between each mode, 2WD, 4H and 4L O. T o change into or out of 4LO, the vehi ...
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When the vehicle is stuck, ● Set the 4WD shift switch to 4H or 4L O. ● Use the Electronic Locking Rear Differential (E-Lock) system (if so equipped) . T urn the switch ON while the vehicle is stationary and apply the throttle to try to free the vehicle. ● If it is difficult to free the vehicle, rock the vehicle back and forth between reverse ...
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4WD shift indicator light The 4WD shift indicator light is located in the odometer display . The light should turn off within 1 second after turning the ignition switch to the ON position. While the engine is running, the 4WD shift indi- cator light will illuminate the position selected by the 4WD shift switch. ● The 4WD shift indicator light may ...
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● When the warning light comes on, the 2WD mode may be engaged even if the 4WD shift switch is in 4H . Be especially careful when driving. If corresponding parts are malfunctioning, the 4WD mode will not be engaged even if the 4WD shift switch is shifted. ● Do not drive the vehicle in the 4H or 4LO position on dry hard surface roads. Driv- ing ...
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WARNING ● Never leave the E-Lock system ON when driving on paved or hard-surfaced roads. T urning the vehicle may result in the rear wheels slipping and result in an accident and personal injury. After us- ing the E-Lock system to free the ve- hicle, turn the system OFF . ● Use the E-Lock system only when free- ing a stuck vehicle. T ry the 4LO ...
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WARNING ● 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. ● Safe parking procedures require that both the parking brake be set and the transmission placed into P (Park) for automatic transmission models or in an appropriate gear for manual transmis- sion models. ...
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The power assisted steering uses a hydraulic pump, driven by the engine, to assist steering. If the engine stops or the drive belt breaks, you will still have control of the vehicle. However, much greater steering effort is needed, especially in sharp turns and at low speeds. WARNING If the engine is not running or is turned off while driving, the ...
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This procedure is described in the vehicle service manual and can be performed by a NISSAN dealer. ANTI-L OCK BRAKING S Y STEM (ABS) WARNING ● The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) is a sophisticated device, but it cannot pre- vent accidents resulting from careless or dangerous driving techniques. It can help maintain vehicle control during braking ...
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When the ABS senses that 1 or more wheels are close to locking up, the actuator rapidly applies and releases hydraulic pressure. This action is similar to pumping the brakes very quickly . Y ou may feel a pulsation in the brake pedal and hear a noise from under the hood or feel a vibration from the actuator when it is operating. This is normal and ...
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The V ehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system uses various sensors to monitor driver inputs and ve- hicle motion. Under certain driving conditions, the VDC System helps to perform the following functions: ● Controls brake pressure to reduce wheel slip on one slipping drive wheel so power is transferred to a non slipping drive wheel on the same axle. ...
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● Do not modify the vehicle’s suspension. If suspension parts such as shock ab- sorbers, struts, springs, stabilizer bars, bushings and wheels are not NISSAN recommended for your vehicle or are extremely deteriorated, the VDC system may not operate properly. This could adversely affect vehicle handling per- formance, and the indicator may flash ...
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centrate on steering while reducing the burden of brake and accelerator operation. ● When additional braking is required on steep downhill roads activate the hill de- scent control system by pushing the switch ON, see “Hill descent control switch” in the “Instruments and controls” section. ● Once the system is activated the indicator li ...
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FREEING A FROZEN DOOR L OCK T o prevent a door lock from freezing, apply de- icer through the key hole. If the lock becomes frozen, heat the key before inserting it into the key hole or use the remote keyless entry keyfob (if so equipped) . ANTI-FREEZE In the winter when it is anticipated that the tem- perature will drop below 32°F (0°C) , check ...
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● Whatever the condition, drive with cau- tion. Accelerate and slow down with care. If accelerating or downshifting too fast, the drive wheels will lose even more traction. ● Allow more stopping distance under these conditions. Braking should be started sooner than on dry pavement. ● Allow greater following distances on slippery roads. ● Wa ...
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MEMO 5-40 Starting and driving ...
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6 In case of emergency First aid kit (if so equipped) .........................6 - 2 Flat tire ...........................................6 - 3 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ..........6 - 3 Changing a flat tire .............................6 - 3 Jump starting .................................... 6-10 Push starting ......................... ...
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The first aid kit is located in the under-seat stor- age bins. T o access the first aid kit: For King cab model, lift up the rear jump seat and remove net to remove the first aid kit. Refer to “Jump Seats” in the “Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system” section ear- lier in the manual. For Crew cab model, lift up the ...
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TIRE PRESSURE MONIT ORING S Y STEM (TPMS) This vehicle is equipped with the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) . It monitors tire pres- sure of all tires except the spare. When the low tire pressure warning light is lit, and the CHECK TIRE PRES (pressure) warning message is dis- played in the odometer, one or more of your tires is significantly ...
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WARNING ● Make sure the parking brake is securely applied and the manual transmission is shifted into R (Reverse) , or the auto- matic transmission into P (Park) . ● Never change tires when the vehicle is on a slope, ice or slippery areas. This is hazardous. ● Never change tires if oncoming traffic is close to your vehicle. Wait for profes- s ...
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For Crew Cab models: The tools and tool case are located behind the rear bench seat. 1. Fold the rear bench seat down. Refer to “Folding the rear bench seat down” in the “Safety–Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system” section earlier in this manual. 2. Remove the jack 䊊 1 and jacking tools 䊊 2 . 1. Fit the square end of t ...
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All models: 3. Seat the T -shaped end of the jack rod into the T -shaped opening of the spare tire winch. Apply pressure to keep the jack rod engaged in the spare tire winch and turn the jack rod counterclockwise to lower the spare tire. 4. Once the spare tire is completely lowered, reach under the vehicle, remove the retainer chain, and carefully ...
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CAUTION ● Be sure to center the spare tire sus- pending plate on the wheel and then lift the spare tire. ● Failure to use the spacer may allow the chain to get stuck on the wheel nut holes. CAUTION Be sure to center the spare tire suspend- ing plate on the wheel and then lift the spare tire. Jacking up vehicle and removing the damaged tire WARN ...
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2. Place the jack directly under the jack -up point as illustrated so the top of the jack contacts the vehicle at the jack -up point. The jack -up points are indicated by stamped ar- rows on the side of the frame. The jack should be used on firm and level ground. 3. Install the assembled jack rod into the jack as shown. 4. T o lift the vehicle, sec ...
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Installing the spare tire The spare tire is designed for emergency use. See specific instructions under the heading “ Wheels and tires” in the “Mainte- nance and do-it-yourself” section of this manual. 1. Clean any mud or dirt from the surface be- tween the wheel and hub. 2. Carefully put the spare tire on and tighten the wheel nuts finger ...
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T o start your engine with a booster battery, the instructions and precautions below must be fol- lowed. WARNING ● If done incorrectly, jump starting can lead to a battery explosion, resulting in severe injury or death. It could also damage your vehicle. ● Explosive hydrogen gas is always pres- ent in the vicinity of the battery. Keep all spark ...
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WARNING Always follow the instructions below. Failure to do so could result in damage to the charging system and cause personal injury. 1. If the booster battery is in another vehicle, position the two vehicles to bring their bat- teries near each other. Do not allow the two vehicles to touch. 2. Apply the parking brake. Move the shift se- lector t ...
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CAUTION ● Do not push start this vehicle. The three-way catalyst may be damaged. ● Automatic transmission models cannot be push-started or tow-started. At- tempting to do so may cause transmis- sion damage. ● For manual transmission models, never try to start the vehicle by towing it. When the engine starts, the forward surge could cause the ...
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6. After the engine cools down, check the cool- ant level in the engine coolant reservoir tank with the engine running. Add coolant to the engine coolant reservoir tank if necessary . Have your vehicle repaired at a NISSAN dealer. When towing your vehicle, all State (Provincial in Canada) and local regulations for towing must be followed. Incorrect ...
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T OWING RECOMMENDED B Y NISSAN T wo-wheel drive models NISSAN recommends that your vehicle be towed with the driving (rear) wheels off the ground or place the vehicle on a flat bed truck as illustrated. CAUTION ● Never tow automatic transmission models with the rear wheels on the ground or four wheels on the ground (forward or backward) , as this ...
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Four-wheel drive models NISSAN recommends that towing dollies be used when towing your vehicle or place the ve- hicle on a flat bed truck as illustrated. CAUTION Never tow 4WD models with any of the wheels on the ground as this may cause serious and expensive damage to the transfer case and transmission. VEHICLE RECOVER Y (freeing a stuck vehicle) ...
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● Attach recovery devices only to main structural members of the vehicle or the recovery hooks. ● Do not use the vehicle tie-downs to tow or free a stuck vehicle. ● Only use devices specifically designed for vehicle recovery and follow the manufacturer’s instructions. ● Always pull the recovery device straight out from the front of the ve ...
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7 Appearance and care Cleaning exterior ..................................7 - 2 W ashing ......................................7 - 2 W axing ........................................7 - 2 Removing spots ................................7 - 3 Underbody ....................................7 - 3 Glass .........................................7 - 3 Alumi ...
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In order to maintain the appearance of your ve- hicle, it is important to take proper care of it. T o protect the paint surfaces, please wash your vehicle as soon as you can: ● after a rainfall to prevent possible damage from acid rain. ● after driving on coastal roads. ● when contaminants such as soot, bird drop- pings, tree sap, metal parti ...
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REMOVING SPO TS Remove tar and oil spots, industrial dust, insects, and tree sap as quickly as possible from the surface of the paint to avoid lasting damage or staining. Special cleaning products are available at a NISSAN dealer or any automotive accessory store. UNDERBOD Y In areas where road salt is used in winter, it is necessary to clean the u ...
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Occasionally remove loose dust from the interior trim, plastic parts and seats using a vacuum cleaner or soft bristled brush. Wipe the vinyl and leather surfaces with a clean, soft cloth damp- ened in mild soap solution, then wipe clean with a dry , soft cloth. Regular care and cleaning is required in order to maintain the appearance of the leather ...
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Floor mat positioning aid This vehicle includes two driver’s side front floor mat brackets and one passenger’s side front floor mat bracket to help keep your floor mats in place. Genuine NISSAN floor mats have been specially designed for your vehicle model. The driver’s side floor mat has two grommet holes incorporated in it and the passenger ...
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T emperature High temperatures accelerate the rate of corro- sion to those parts which are not well ventilated. Air pollution Industrial pollution, the presence of salt in the air in coastal areas, or heavy road salt use acceler- ates the corrosion process. Road salt also accel- erates the disintegration of paint surfaces. T O PRO TECT Y OUR VEHICL ...
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8 Maintenance and do-it-yourself Maintenance requirements ..........................8 - 2 General maintenance ..............................8 - 2 Explanation of general maintenance items .........8 - 2 Maintenance precautions ...........................8 - 5 Engine compartment check locations ................8 - 6 Engine cooling system ............ ...
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Y our NISSAN has been designed to have mini- mum maintenance requirements with long ser- vice intervals to save you both time and money . However, some day-to-day and regular mainte- nance is essential to maintain your NISSAN’s good mechanical condition, as well as its emis- sions and engine performance. It is the owner’s responsibility to make ...
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When driving in areas using road salt or other corrosive materials, check lubrication frequently . Lights* Clean the headlights on a regular basis. Make sure that the headlights, stop lights, tail lights, turn signal lights, and other lights are all operating properly and installed securely . Also check headlight aim. Road wheel nuts (lug nuts)* Wh ...
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Seat belts Check that all parts of the seat belt system (for example, buckles, anchors, adjusters and retractors) operate properly and smoothly , and are installed securely . Check the belt web- bing for cuts, fraying, wear or damage. Steering wheel Check for changes in the steer- ing system, such as excessive freeplay , hard steering or strange no ...
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When performing any inspection or maintenance work on your vehicle, always take care to prevent serious accidental injury to yourself or damage to the vehicle. The following are general precau- tions which should be closely observed. WARNING ● Park the vehicle on a level surface, ap- ply the parking brake securely and block the wheels to prevent ...
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QR25DE engine 1. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir 2. Fuse/Fusible link box 3. Fuse and relay box 4. Air cleaner 5. Engine oil filler cap 6. Engine oil dipstick 7. Brake fluid reservoir/Clutch fluid reservoir (M/T model) 8. Drive belt location 9. Radiator cap 10. P ower steering fluid reservoir 11. Battery 12. Engine coolant reservoir WDI0643 ENGIN ...
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VQ40DE engine 1. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir 2. Fuse/fusible link box 3. Fuse and relay box 4. Engine oil filler cap 5. Engine oil dipstick 6. Brake fluid reservoir/Clutch fluid reservoir (M/T model) 7. Air cleaner 8. Drive belt location 9. Radiator cap 10. P ower steering fluid reservoir 11. Battery 12. Engine coolant reservoir LII0167 Maint ...
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The engine cooling system is filled at the factory with a pre-diluted mixture of 50% Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) and 50% water to provide year-round anti-freeze and coolant protection. The antifreeze solution con- tains rust and corrosion inhibitors. Additional en- gine cooling system additives are not necessary . WARNING ● ...
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CHECKING ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL Check the coolant level in the reservoir when the engine is cold. If the coolant level is below the MIN level, add coolant to the MAX level. If the reservoir is empty , check the coolant level in the radiator when the engine is cold. If there is insufficient coolant in the radiator, fill the radiator with coolant up to ...
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CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply the parking brake. 2. Start the engine and let it idle until it reaches operating temperature. 3. T urn off the engine. Wait more than 10 minutes for the oil to drain back into the oil pan. 4. Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean. Re- insert it all the way . 5. Remove the d ...
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CAUTION Oil level should be checked regularly. Op- erating the engine with an insufficient amount of oil can damage the engine, and such damage is not covered by warranty. CHANGING ENGINE OIL 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply the parking brake. 2. Start the engine and let it idle until it reaches operating temperature, then turn it o ...
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WARNING ● Prolonged and repeated contact with used engine oil may cause skin cancer. ● T ry to avoid direct skin contact with used oil. If skin contact is made, wash thoroughly with soap or hand cleaner as soon as possible. ● Keep used engine oil out of reach of children. CAUTION Be careful not to burn yourself. The engine oil may be hot. 6. ...
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CAUTION Be careful not to burn yourself. The engine oil may be hot. 6. Wipe the engine oil filter sealing surface with a clean rag. CAUTION Be sure to remove any old gasket material remaining on the sealing surface of the engine. Failure to do so could lead to engine damage. 7. Coat the gasket on the new filter with clean engine oil. 8. Screw on th ...
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The fluid level should be checked using the HO T MAX range on the power steering fluid reservoir at fluid temperatures of 122° - 176°F (50° - 80°C) or using the COLD MAX range on the power steering fluid reservoir at fluid tempera- tures of 32° - 86°F (0° - 30°C) . If the fluid is at or below the MIN line, add Genu- ine NISSAN PSF . Remove ...
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CLUT CH FLUID (if so equipped) Check the clutch fluid level in the reservoir (manual transmissions only) . If the fluid level is below the MIN line, add Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid or equivalent DO T 3 fluid up to the MAX line. If fluid must be added fre- quently , the system should be checked by a NISSAN dealer. For further brake a ...
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● K eep the battery surface clean and dry. Clean the battery with a solution of baking soda and water. ● Make certain the terminal connections are clean and securely tightened. ● If the vehicle is not to be used for 30 days or longer, disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal cable to prevent discharge. WARNING ● Do not expose the batter ...
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2. Check the fluid level in each cell. If it is necessary to add fluid, add only distilled water to bring the level up to the bottom of the filler opening. Do not overfill. Reinstall the vent caps. V ehicles operated in high temperatures or under severe conditions require frequent checks of the battery fluid level. JUMP ST ARTING If jump starting i ...
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Y our vehicle is equipped with a variable voltage control system. This system measures the amount of electrical discharge from the battery and controls voltage generated by the generator. The current sensor 䊊 A is located near the battery along the negative battery cable. If you add elec- trical accessories to your vehicle, be sure to ground them ...
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1. P ower steering fluid pump 2. W ater pump 3. Air conditioner compressor (if so equipped) 4. Crankshaft pulley 5. Generator REPLACING SP ARK PLUGS Platinum-tipped spark plugs It is not necessary to replace platinum-tipped 䊊 A spark plugs as frequently as conventional type spark plugs because they last much longer. Fol- low the maintenance log s ...
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The air cleaner filter should not be cleaned and reused. Replace it according to the maintenance log shown in the “NISSAN Service and Mainte- nance Guide.” When replacing the filter, wipe the inside of the air cleaner filter housing and the cover with a damp cloth. T o remove the VQ40DE air cleaner filter: 䊊 1 Push down on the clips and remov ...
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1. Open the glove box and press in on the sides so that it will open completely allowing it to hang by the cord. 2. Gently lift up on the tab 䊊 1 . 3. Pull the filter cover toward you and then down 䊊 2 . 4. Remove the old filters 䊊 3 . NO TE: The filters are marked with air flow arrows. The end of the filter with the arrow should face the rea ...
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CLEANING If your windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer or if a wiper blade chatters when running, wax or other material may be on the blade or windshield. Clean the outside of the windshield with a washer solution or a mild detergent. Y our windshield is clean if beads do not form when rinsing with clear water. Clean each blade ...
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If you wax the surface of the hood, be careful not to let wax get into the windshield washer nozzle 䊊 A . This may cause clogging or improper wind- shield washer operation. If wax gets into the nozzle, remove it with a needle or small pin 䊊 B . If the brakes do not operate properly , have the brakes checked by a NISSAN dealer. Self-adjusting br ...
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T wo types of fuses are used. T ype 䊊 A is used in the fuse boxes in the engine compartment. T ype 䊊 B is used in the passenger compartment fuse box. T ype A fuses are provided as spare fuses. They are stored in the passenger compartment fuse box. T ype A fuses can be installed in the engine com- partment and passenger compartment fuse boxes. I ...
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3. Remove the fuse box cover by pushing the tab and lifting the cover up. 4. Remove the fuse with the fuse puller. The fuse puller is located in the center of the fuse block in the passenger compartment. 5. If the fuse is open 䊊 A , replace it with a new fuse 䊊 B . 6. If a new fuse also opens, have the electrical system checked and repaired by ...
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If any electrical equipment does not operate, check for an open fuse. 1. Be sure the ignition switch and the headlight switch are OFF . 2. Pull the fuse box cover to remove. 3. Remove the fuse with the fuse puller. 4. If the fuse is open 䊊 A , replace it with an equivalent good fuse 䊊 B . 5. Push the fuse box cover to install. 6. If a new fuse ...
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Extended storage switch If any electrical equipment does not operate, remove the extended storage switch and check for an open fuse. NO TE: The extended storage switch is used for long term vehicle storage. Even if the ex - tended storage switch is broken it is not necessary to replace it. Replace only the open fuse in the switch with a new fuse. H ...
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KEYFOB (if so equipped) Replace the battery in the keyfob as follows: 䊊 1 Open the lid using a coin 䊊 A . 䊊 2 Remove the battery 䊊 B . 䊊 3 Install a new battery 䊊 C with the “+” facing down. ● Hold the battery by the edges. Holding the battery across the contact points will seri- ously deplete the storage capacity . ● Do not tou ...
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FCC Notice: For USA: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol- lowing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference re- ceived, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Note: Changes or modifications not expressly appr ...
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Removing the headlight bulb 1. Open the hood. 2. Disconnect the negative (-) battery cable. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the rear end of the bulb. 4. T urn the bulb retaining ring counterclock - wise until it is free from the headlight reflec- tor and then remove it 䊊 A . 5. Carefully remove the headlight bulb. Do not shake or rota ...
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EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR LIGHTS Item W attage (W) Bulb No.* 1 Headlight 65/55 9007 (HB5) T urn signal light/Parking light 28/8 T -20 NA Side marker 3.8 194 Rear combination light T urn signal 27 3156AK Stop/T ail 27/8 3157K Back -up 18 921 License plate light 5 W5W Fog light* 2 (if so equipped) 55 H11 Map lights (if so equipped) 8 AL38 Interior light ...
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Replacement procedures All other lights are either type A , B, C or D. When replacing a bulb, first remove the lens and/or cover. : Indicates bulb removal : Indicates bulb installation Use a cloth 䊊 1 to protect the housing. WDI0306 Map lights/personal lights LDI0459 Interior light WDI0206 8-32 Maintenance and do-it-yourself ...
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If you have a flat tire, see “Flat tire” in the “In case of emergency” section of this manual. TIRE PRESSURE Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) This vehicle is equipped with the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) . It monitors tire pressure of all tires except the spare. When the low tire pressure warning light is lit and the CHECK ...
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Tire inflation pressure Check the tire pressures (including the spare) often and always prior to long dis- tance trips. The recommended tire pres- sure specifications are shown on the F .M.V .S.S./C.M.V .S.S. certification label or the Tire and Loading Information label under the “Cold Tire Pressure” heading. The Tire and Loading Information la ...
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Tire and loading information label 䊊 1 Seating capacity: The maximum num- ber of occupants that can be seated in the vehicle. 䊊 2 V ehicle load limit: See loading infor- mation in the “T echnical and con- sumer information” section. 䊊 3 Original tire size: The size of the tires originally installed on the vehicle at the factory . 䊊 4 Co ...
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Checking tire pressure 1. Remove the valve stem cap from the tire. 2. Press the pressure gauge squarely onto the valve stem. Do not press too hard or force the valve stem side- ways, or air will escape. If the hissing sound of air escaping from the tire is heard while checking the pressure, reposition the gauge to eliminate this leakage. 3. Remove ...
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TIRE LABELING Federal law requires tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires. This information iden- tifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also pro- vides the tire identification number (TIN) for safety standard certification. The TIN can be used to identify the tire in case of ...
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䊊 2 TIN (Tire Identification Number) for a new tire (example: DO T XX XX XXX XXXX) 1. DO T : Abbreviation for the “Depart- ment Of T ransportation” . The symbol can be placed above, below or to the left or right of the Tire Identification Number. 2. T wo-digit code: Manufacturer’s identification mark. 3. T wo-digit code: Tire size. 4. Three ...
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䊊 7 The word “radial” The word “radial” is shown if the tire has radial structure. 䊊 8 Manufacturer or brand name Manufacturer or brand name is shown. Other Tire-related T erminology In addition to the many terms that are defined throughout this section, Intended Outboard Sidewall is (1) the sidewall that contains a whitewall, bears whi ...
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For additional traction on icy roads, studded tires may be used. However, some U.S. states and Canadian provinces prohibit their use. Check local, state and provincial laws before installing studded tires. Skid and traction capabilities of studded snow tires on wet or dry surfaces may be poorer than that of non-studded snow tires. TIRE CHAINS Use o ...
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Wheel nut tightening torque: 98 ft-lb (133 N·m) The wheel nuts must be kept tight- ened to specifications at all times. It is recommended that wheel nuts be tightened to specification at each tire rotation interval. WARNING ● After rotating the tires, check and adjust the tire pressure. ● Retighten the wheel nuts when the vehicle has been driv ...
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Replacing wheels and tires When replacing a tire, use the same size, tread design, speed rating and load carrying capacity as originally equipped. Recommended types and sizes are shown in “Wheels and tires” in the “T echnical and consumer information” section of this manual. WARNING ● The use of tires other than those recom- mended or the ...
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Wheel balance Unbalanced wheels may affect vehicle handling and tire life. Even with regular use, wheels can get out of balance. Therefore, they should be bal- anced as required. Wheel balance service should be per- formed with the wheels off the vehicle. Spin balancing the wheels on the vehicle could lead to mechanical damage. ● For additional i ...
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9 T echnical and consumer information Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants .........9 - 2 Fuel recommendation ...........................9 - 4 Engine oil and oil filter recommendations ..........9 - 6 Air conditioner system (if so equipped) refrigerant and oil recommendations . .............9 - 7 Specifications ............................... ...
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Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M) test ..... 9-38 Event Data Recorders (EDR) ....................... 9-38 Owner’s Manual/Service Manual order information . . . 9-39 ...
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The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be a little different. When refilling, follow the procedure described in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity. Capacity (Approximate) Recommended Fluids and Lubricants US measure Imp measure Liter Fuel 21-1/8gal 17-5/8 gal ...
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Capacity (Approximate) Recommended Fluids and Lubricants US measure Imp measure Liter Air conditioning system oil — — — Genuine NISSAN A/C System Oil T ype R or equivalent *5 T ransfer fluid 2-1/8 qt 1-3/4 qt 2.0 Genuine NISSAN Matic D A TF recommended *6 Front final drive oil 1-3/4 pt 1-1/2 pt 0.85 Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid Supe ...
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FUEL RECOMMENDA TION Use unleaded regular gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) num- ber (Research octane number 91) . CAUTION ● Using a fuel other than that specified could adversely affect the emission control system, and may also affect the warranty coverage. ● Under no circumstances should a leaded gasoline be ...
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E–85 fuel E-85 fuel is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel ethanol and 15% unleaded gasoline. E-85 can only be used in a Flexible Fuel V ehicle (FFV) . Do not use E-85 in your vehicle. U.S. government regulations require fuel ethanol dispensing pumps to be identified by a small, square, orange and black label with the common abbreviation or the a ...
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ENGINE OIL AND OIL FIL TER RECOMMENDA TIONS Selecting the correct oil It is essential to choose the correct grade, quality and viscosity engine oil to ensure satisfactory engine life and performance. See “Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants” earlier in this section. NISSAN recommends the use of an energy conserving oil in order to improv ...
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Y our engine was filled with a high-quality engine oil when it was built. Y ou do not have to change the oil before the first recommended change interval. Oil and filter change intervals depend upon how you use your vehicle. Operation under the following conditions may require more frequent oil and filter changes: ● repeated short distance drivin ...
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ENGINE Model QR25DE VQ40DE T ype Gasoline, 4-cycle, DOHC Gasoline, 4-cycle, DOHC Cylinder arrangement 4-cylinder in-line 6-cylinder, V-block, Slanted at 60° Bore x Stroke in (mm) 3.5 x 3.9 (89.0 x 100.0) 3.760 x 3.622 (95.5 x 92) Displacement cu in (cm 3 ) 151.82 (2,488) 241.30 (3,954) Firing order 1–3–4–2 1–2–3–4–5–6 Idle speed M/ ...
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WHEELS AND TIRES Wheels 15 x 6.5JJ 16 x 7.0JJ 1 8x7 . 5 J Tires P235/75R15 P265/70R16 P265/75R16 P265/60R18 Spare tire Full size DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS Overall length Short wheel base in (mm) 205.5 (5,220) Long wheel base in (mm) 219.4 (5,574) Overall width in (mm) 72.8 (1,850) Overall height With roof rack in (mm) 73.9 (1,878) Without roof rack S ...
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When planning to drive your NISSAN ve- hicle in another country, you should first find out if the fuel available is suitable for your vehi- cle’s engine. Using fuel with an octane rating that is too low may cause engine damage. All gasoline vehicles must be operated with unleaded gasoline. There- fore, avoid taking your vehicle to areas where app ...
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ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER The number is stamped on the engine as shown. F .M.V .S.S./C.M.V .S.S. CERTIFICA TION LABEL The Federal/Canadian Motor V ehicle Safety Standard (F .M.V .S.S./C.M.V .S.S.) certification la- bel is affixed as shown. This label contains valu- able vehicle information, such as: Gross V ehicle W eight Ratings (GVWR) , Gross Axle Wei ...
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EMISSION CONTROL INFORMA TION LABEL The emission control information label is at- tached to the underside of the hood as shown. TIRE AND L OADING INFORMA TION LABEL The cold tire pressure is shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. The label is located as shown. AIR CONDITIONER SPECIFICA TION LABEL (if so equipped) The air conditioner speci ...
Nissan Frontier (2012) - page 348

INST ALLING FRONT LICENSE PLA TE WITH GROMMETS Use the following steps to mount the front license plate with grommets: 1. Make holes on the plastic finisher at the location mark (small dimple) using a 0.37 in (9.5 mm) drill. Apply light pressure to the drill. Insert two plastic grommets provided. Install the license plate holder using the two bolts ...
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● GVW (Gross V ehicle Weight) - curb weight plus the combined weight of passengers and cargo. ● GVWR (Gross V ehicle Weight Rat- ing) - maximum total combined weight of the unloaded vehicle, pas- sengers, luggage, hitch, trailer tongue load and any other optional equipment. This information is lo- cated on the F .M.V .S.S./C.M.V .S.S. certifica ...
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Steps for determining correct load limit 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or XXX kg” on your vehicle’s placard. 2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle. 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX ...
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5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4. 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be trans- ferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this re- duces the av ...
Nissan Frontier (2012) - page 352

1. Side channels 2. Header channel 3. Channel sections 4. Floor channels UTILI- TRACK™ CHANNEL S Y STEM (if so equipped) WARNING ● Properly install and tighten the tie- down cleats into the Utili-track™ chan- nel system. Also, do not attach any rope or straps directly to the channel. Failure to properly install the tie-down cleats or attachin ...
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3. Insert the cleat into the channel perpendicu- lar to the channel as shown. Then rotate the cleat clockwise 90° and slide it to the de- sired location. 4. P osition the cleat so the nubs on the bottom fully seat into the channel detents. LTI0103 LTI0104 9-18 T echnical and consumer information ...
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5. There should be no gap between the bottom of the cleat and the top of the channel. Tighten the center bolt hand tight (20-40 in-lbs ) . WTI0124 T echnical and consumer information 9-19 ...
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CAUTION ● Install only one cleat per section of channel. ● Applying loads at angles to the cleats greater then 45° or loads greater than 150 lbs. (header and floor channels) or 200 lbs. (side channels) may cause damage to the channel or bed. LTI0106 9-20 T echnical and consumer information ...
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WARNING Do not install accessories over the gap between the front and rear side channels. Doing this could affect the rear structure in certain rear impacts, which could result in serious injury. CAUTION Properly secure all cargo with ropes or straps to prevent it from sliding or shifting. Use the channel end stoppers to help se- cure items in the ...
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Install the channels end stoppers as follows: 1. Remove the channel protectors by sliding them out the back of the truck bed. Properly store the channel protectors. 2. Loosen the bolt on the center of the end stopper with the provided wrench and insert it into the channel. 3. P osition the end stopper to the desired lo- cation on the channel so the ...
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CREW CAB MODELS Crew Cab short wheel base models should not be used to carry a slide-in camper. KING CAB MODELS This information is provided for you to properly install a slide-in camper and is based on the National Highway T raffic Safety Administration regulations. It is recommended that, before in- stalling the camper, you carefully read the fol ...
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WARNING Overloading or improper loading can ad- versely affect vehicle handling, braking and performance and may lead to accidents. VEHICLE L OAD WEIGHT CAP ACITY The vehicle payload weight capacity shown on the Tire and Loading Information label, see “Tire and Loading Information label” in this section, indicates the maximum total weight of pa ...
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MAXIMUM L OAD LIMITS Maximum trailer loads Never allow the total trailer load to exceed the value specified in the “T owing Load/Specification” chart found later in this sec- tion. The total trailer load equals trailer weight plus its cargo weight. ● When towing a trailer load of 3,500 lbs. (1,587 kg) or more, trailers with a brake system MUS ...
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T ongue load When using a weight carrying or a weight distrib- uting hitch, keep the tongue load between 10 - 15 percent of the total trailer load or use the trailer tongue load specified by the trailer manu- facturer. The tongue load must be within the maximum tongue load limits shown in the follow- ing “T owing Load/Specification” chart. If t ...
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1. Find the GCWR for your vehicle on the ⬙ T owing Load/Specification ⬙ chart found later in this section. 2. Subtract the actual vehicle weight from the GCWR. The remaining amount is the avail- able maximum towing capacity . T o determine the Gross T railer Weight, weigh your trailer on a scale with all equipment and cargo, that are normally i ...
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T OWING L OAD/SPECIFICA TION King Cab 2WD (4 cyl) King Cab 2WD (6 cyl) King Cab 4WD (6 cyl) Crew Cab 2WD Crew Cab 4WD Maximum T owing Capacity*1, *2, *3 3,500 lb. (1,588 kg) 6,505 lb. (2,949 kg) 6,300 lb. (2,858 kg) 6,300 lb. (2,858 kg) 6,100 lb. (2,767 kg) Maximum T ongue Load*2, *3 350 lb. (158 kg) 650 lb. (295 kg) 630 lb. (285 kg) 630 lb. (285 k ...
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T OWING SAFETY T railer hitch Y our vehicle may be equipped with an optional trailer tow package. The trailer tow package in- cludes a receiver-type frame mounted hitch. This hitch is rated for the maximum towing capacity of this vehicle when the proper towing equipment is used. Choose a proper ball mount and hitch ball that is rated for the traile ...
Nissan Frontier (2012) - page 365

Bumper towing The genuine NISSAN step bumper has provi- sions to install a trailer hitch ball and is designed to tow trailers of a maximum weight of 3,500 lb (1,588 kg) . T o install a trailer hitch ball cut out the circle in the center of the step bumper 䊊 A , then remove it to install the trailer hitch ball. W eight carrying hitches A weight ca ...
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Sway control device Sudden maneuvers, wind gusts, and buffeting caused by other vehicles can affect trailer han- dling. Sway control devices may be used to help control these affects. If you choose to use one, contact a reputable trailer hitch supplier to make sure the sway control device will work with the vehicle, hitch, trailer and the trailer? ...
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T railer lights CAUTION When splicing into the vehicle electrical system, a commercially available power- type module/converter must be used to provide power for all trailer lighting. This unit uses the vehicle battery as a direct power source for all trailer lights while using the vehicle tail light, stoplight and turn signal circuits as a signal ...
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Pre-towing tips ● 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 possible causes of either condition. ● Always secure items in the trailer to prev ...
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T o drive away: 1. Start the vehicle. 2. Apply and hold the brake pedal. 3. Shift the transmission into gear. 4. Release the parking brake. 5. Drive slowly until the vehicle and trailer are clear from the blocks. 6. Apply and hold the brake pedal. 7. Have someone retrieve and store the blocks. ● While going downhill, the weight of the trailer pus ...
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● Some states or provinces have specific regulations and speed limits for vehicles that are towing trailers. Obey the local speed limits. ● Check your hitch, trailer wiring harness con- nections, and trailer wheel lug nuts after 50 miles (80 km) of travel and at every break. ● When launching a boat, don’t allow the wa- ter level to go over ...
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DO T (Department of T ransportation) Quality Grades: All passenger car tires must conform to federal safety requirements in addition to these grades. Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: T readwear 200 Traction AA T emperature A T readwear The treadwear grad ...
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Y our NISSAN vehicle is covered by the following emission warranties: For USA 1. Emission Defects W arranty 2. Emissions Performance W arranty Details of this warranty may be found with other vehicle warranties in your W arranty Information Booklet which comes with your NISSAN vehicle. If you did not receive a W arranty Information Booklet, or it i ...
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Additional information concerning motor vehicle safety may be obtained from T rans- port Canada’s Road Safety Information Centre at 1-800-333-0371 or online at www .tc.gc.ca/roadsafety (English speak - ers) or www .tc.gc.ca/securiteroutiere (French speakers) . T o notify NISSAN of any safety concerns please contact our Consumer Information Centre ...
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the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation. T o read data recorded by an EDR, special equip- ment is required and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manu- facturer and NISSAN dealer, other parties, such as law enforcement, that have the special equip- ment, can read th ...
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MEMO 9-40 T echnical and consumer information ...
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10 Index 4 W D w a r n i n g l i g h t ............... 2 - 1 7 A Active brake limited slip (ABLS) system . . .5-34 Air bag (See supplemental restraint s y s t e m ) ..................... 1 - 6 4 Air bag system Front (See supplemental front impact air bag system) ............... 1 - 7 1 Air bag warning labels . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-78 Air bag wa ...
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Clutch interlock (clutch start) switch . . . . . .2-37 C.M.V .S.S. certification label .......... 9 - 1 1 Cold weather driving .............. 5 - 3 8 Compact disc (CD) player ........... 4 - 2 7 Compass display ................ 2 - 1 0 Console box ................... 2 - 4 1 Controls Audio controls (steering wheel) . . . . . . .4-35 Heater and air ...
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G Garage door opener, HomeLink 姞 Universal T r a n s c e i v e r .................... 2 - 5 4 G a s c a p ..................... 3 - 1 1 Gauge Engine coolant temperature gauge ..... 2 - 6 Engine oil pressure gauge .......... 2 - 8 Fuel gauge ................... 2 - 7 Odometer ................... 2 - 4 Speedometer ................. 2 - 4 T achomete ...
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Lock Child safety rear door lock .......... 3 - 6 Door locks ................... 3 - 3 Power door locks ............... 3 - 4 Loose fuel cap warning .......... 2 - 5 , 3 - 1 1 Low fuel warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-18 Low tire pressure warning light ......... 2 - 1 8 Low windshield-washer fluid warning light . . .2-19 Luggage rack (see ...
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Recorders E v e n t d a t a .................. 9 - 3 8 Refrigerant recommendation ........... 9 - 7 Registering your vehicle in another country . .9-10 Remote keyless entry system ........... 3 - 6 Reporting safety defects (US only) ....... 9 - 3 7 Roof rack ..................... 2 - 4 6 S Safety Child safety rear door lock .......... 3 - 6 Child s ...
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T emperature gauge Engine coolant temperature gauge ..... 2 - 6 Theft (NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system) , engine start ............. 2 - 2 5 , 3 - 2 , 5 - 1 1 Three-way catalyst ................ 5 - 3 Tie down hooks ................. 3 - 2 0 Tilting steering wheel .............. 3 - 1 3 Tire Flat tire ..................... 6 - 3 Spare tire ...... ...
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Windshield-washer fluid ............. 8 - 1 5 Windshield wiper and washer switch ..... 2 - 2 6 Wiper Windshield wiper and washer switch . . .2-26 Wiper blades ................. 8 - 2 2 10-7 ...
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RECOMMENDED FUEL: Use unleaded regular gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) num- ber (Research octane number 91) . CAUTION ● Using a fuel other than that specified could adversely affect the emission control system, and may also affect the warranty coverage. ● Under no circumstances should a leaded gasoline be us ...
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® 2012 FRON T I E R OWN E R’S MAN UAL For y our s afety , read car efully and keep in this v ehicle. 2012 N IS SAN FR O NTI E R D40-D D40-D Printing : March 2012 (17) Publication No.: OM1E 0D40U1 Printed in U .S.A. OM2E 0D40U1 ...

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