Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 2006 Altima Nissan
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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.
This manual includes information for all options available on this model. Therefore, you may find some information that does not apply to your vehicle. All information, specifications and illustrations in this manual are those in effect at the time of printing.
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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 Display screen, heater, air co.
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0 Illustrated table of contents Airbags, seat belts and child restraints ...............0 - 2 Exterior front ......................................0 - 3 Exterior rear .......................................0 - 4 Passenger compartment .................
1. T op tether strap anchor (P . 1-25) 2. Rear seat belts (P . 1-9) 3. Supplemental curtain side-impact air bags (P . 1-34) 4. Supplemental side impact air bags (P . 1-34) 5. Front head restraint (P . 1-7, P . 1-8) 6. Front seat belts (P . 1-9) 7. Supplemental front impact air bags (P .
1. Engine hood (P . 3-9) 2. Headlight and turn signal switch (P . 2-21) 3. Replacing bulbs (P . 8-31) 4. Windshield wiper and washer switch (P . 2-19) 5. Windshield (P . 8-25) 6. P ower windows (P . 2-37) 7. Door locks, keyfob, keys (P . 3-3, 3-5, 3-2) 8.
1. Rear window defroster switch (P . 2-20) 2. T runk lid (P . 3-10) 3. V ehicle loading (P .9-12) 4. Interior trunk lid release (P . 3-11) 5. Replacing bulbs (P . 8-31) 6. Fuel-filler cap, fuel recommendation (P . 3-12, P . 9-3) 7. Fuel-filler door (P .
1. Glove box (P . 2-33) 2. Automatic anti-glare inside mirror (if so equipped) (P . 3-15) 3. Sun visors (P . 3-14) 4. Interior lights, illuminated entry (P . 2-40) 5. Front seat (P . 1-2) 6. Sunroof (if so equipped) (P . 2-39) 7. Interior trunk access (P .
1. Driver, center and passenger ventila- tors (P . 4-11) 2. Headlight/fog light (if so equipped)/turn signal switch (P . 2-21) 3. Steering wheel switch for audio control (if so equipped) (P . 4-40) 4. Driver supplemental air bag/horn (P . 1-34, 2-26) 5.
17 Front passenger air bag status light (P . 1-43) 18. Audio system controls (if so equipped) (P . 4-23) 19. Ignition switch (P . 5-4) 20. Tilt/telescopic steering wheel controls (P . 3-13) 21. T raction control system (T CS) off switch (if so equipped) (P .
QR25DE engine 1. P ower steering fluid reservoir (P . 8-16) 2. Spark plug caps (P . 8-21) 3. Brake fluid reservoir (P . 8-17) 4. Clutch fluid reservoir (M/T model) (P . 8-17) 5. Air cleaner (P . 8-22) 6. Battery (P . 8-18) 7. Fuse/fusible link box (P .
VQ35DE engine 1. P ower steering fluid reservoir (P . 8-16) 2. Engine oil filler cap (P . 8-10) 3. Brake fluid reservoir (P . 8-17) 4. Clutch fluid reservoir (M/T model) (P . 8-17) 5. Air cleaner (P . 8-22) 6. Battery (P . 8-18) 7. Fuse/fusible link box (P .
W arning light Name Page or Anti-lock brake warning light (if so equipped) 2-11 Automatic transmis- sion check warning light (if so equipped) 2-12 or Brake warning light 2-12 Charge warning light 2-12.
1 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system Seats ............................................1 - 2 Front manual seat adjustment ....................1 - 2 Front power seat adjustment (if so equipped for driver’s seat) ............
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.
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.
Seat lifter (if so equipped for driver’s seat) T urn either dial to adjust the angle and height of the seat cushion to the desired position. FRONT POWER SEAT ADJUSTMENT (if so equipped for driver’s seat) WARNING ● Do not adjust the driver’s seat while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation.
Forward and backward Moving the switch forward or backward will slide the seat forward or backward to the desired position. Reclining Move the recline switch backward until the de- sired angle is obtained. T o bring the seatback forward again, move the switch forward and move your body forward.
FOLDING REAR SEAT Interior trunk access The trunk can be accessed from the passenger side of the rear seat for loading and unloading, as shown. s 1 Push down on the button on the rear parcel shelf.
T o fold down the driver side of the rear seat, reach through the opening and pull on the strap s 1 located behind the seat. The rear seats can be locked using the master key to prevent unauthorized access. The valet key cannot be used to lock or unlock the release button.
Adjust the head restraint so the center is level with the center of your ears. ACTIVE HEAD RESTRAINT (front seats) WARNING ● Always adjust the head restraints prop- erly as specified in the previous section. Failure to do so can reduce the effec- tiveness of the active head restraint.
PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT USAGE If you are wearing your seat belt properly ad- justed and you are sitting upright and well back in your seat, your chances of being injured or killed in an accident and/or the severity of injury may be greatly reduced.
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.
WARNING ● Always route the shoulder belt over your shoulder and across your chest. Never run 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 .
There are three basic types of child restraint systems: ● Rear facing child restraint ● Front facing child restraint ● Booster seat The proper restraint depends on the child’s size. Generally , infants up to about 1 year and less than 20 pounds (9 kg) should be placed in rear facing child restraints.
have a label certifying that it complies with Fed- eral Motor V ehicle Safety Standards or Canadian Motor V ehicle Safety Standards. Once the child has grown so the shoulder belt is no longer on or near the face and neck, use the shoulder belt without the booster seat.
s 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 during 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.
Unfastening the seat belts s 1 T o unfasten the seat belt, press the button on the buckle. The seat belt automatically re- tracts. Checking seat belt operation Seat belt retractors are designed to lock seat belt movement by two separate methods: ● When the seat belt is pulled quickly from the retractor.
s 2 Move the shoulder belt anchor to the desired position so the belt passes over the center of the shoulder. Release the adjustment button to lock the shoulder belt anchor into position.
PRECAUTIONS ON CHILD RESTRAINTS WARNING ● Infants and small children should al- ways be placed in an appropriate child restraint while riding in the vehicle. Failure to use a child restraint can re- sult in serious injury or death. WARNING ● Infants and small children should never be carried on your lap.
ers. When selecting 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.
CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLATION ON REAR SEAT CENTER OR OUTBOARD POSITIONS WARNING ● The three-point seat belt in your vehicle is equipped with an automatic locking mode retractor which must be used when installing a child restraint. ● Failure to use the retractor’s locking mode will result in the child restraint not being properly secured.
s 1 P osition the child restraint on the seat. Al- ways follow the restraint manufacturer’s in- structions. The back of the child restraint should be secured against the vehicle seat back. If necessary , adjust or remove the head restraint to obtain the correct child restraint fit.
s 4 Allow the seat belt to retract. Pull up on the shoulder belt to remove any slack in the belt. s 5 Before placing the child in the child restraint, use force to push the child restraint from side to side, and tug it forward to make sure that it is securely held in place.
Rear facing When you install a child restraint in the rear seat, follow these steps: s 1 P osition the child restraint on the seat. Al- ways follow the restraint manufacturer’s in- structions. s 2 Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint and insert it into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage.
s 3 Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt is fully extended. At this time, the seat belt retractor is in the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode) . It reverts to emer- gency locking mode when the seat belt is fully retracted. s 4 Allow the seat belt to retract.
6. Check that the retractor is in the automatic locking mode by trying to pull more seat belt out of the retractor. If you cannot pull any more seat belt webbing out of the retractor, the retractor is in the automatic locking mode. 7. Check to make sure that the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use.
LA T CH system. This information may also be in the instructions provided by the child restraint manufacturer. If you have such a child restraint, refer to the illustration for the seating positions equipped with LA T CH system anchors which can be used to secure the child restraint.
WARNING Child restraint anchor points are designed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child restraints. Under no circumstances are they to be used for adult seat belts or harnesses. Anchor point locations Anchor points are located on the rear parcel shelf finisher.
● The three-point seat belt in your vehicle is equipped with an automatic locking mode retractor which must be used when installing a child restraint. ● Failure to use the retractor’s locking mode will result in the child restraint not being properly secured.
s 2 Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint and insert it into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage. Be sure to follow the child restraint manu- facturer’s instructions for belt routing. s 3 Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt is fully extended.
s 5 Before placing the child in the child restraint, use force to push the child restraint from side to side, and tug it forward to make sure that it is securely held in place. It should not move more than 1 inch (25 mm) . If it does move more than 1 inch (25 mm) , pull again on the shoulder belt to further tighten the child restraint.
● A booster seat must only be installed in a seating position that has a lap/shoulder belt. Failure to use a three-point type seat belt with a booster seat can result in a serious in- jury in sudden stop or collision. ● An improperly installed booster seat could lead to serious injury or death in an accident.
low back booster seat s 1 is chosen, the vehicle seat back must be at or above the center of the child’s ears. If the seat back is lower than the center of the child’s ears, a high back booster seat s 2 should be used.
BOOSTER SEAT INSTALLATION ON REAR SEAT CENTER OR OUTBOARD POSITIONS CAUTION Do not use a lap/shoulder belt automatic locking mode when using a booster seat with the seat belts. When you install a booster seat in the rear seat follow these steps: 1. P osition the booster seat on the seat.
BOOSTER SEAT INSTALLATION ON FRONT PASSENGER SEAT WARNING NISSAN recommends that child restraints be installed in the rear seat. However, if you must install a booster seat in the front passenger seat, move the passenger’s seat to the rearmost position.
PRECAUTIONS ON SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM This Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) sec- tion contains important information concerning the driver and passenger supplemental front air bags (NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System) , supplemental side air bags, curtain side-impact air bags and pre-tensioner seat belts.
WARNING ● The supplemental front air bags ordi- narily will not inflate in the event of a side impact, rear impact, rollover, or lower severity frontal collision. Always wear your seat belts to help reduce the risk or severity of injury in various kinds of accidents.
● The front passenger seat is equipped with an occupant classification sensor (pressure sensor) that turns the front passenger air bag OFF under some conditions. This sensor is only used in this seat. Failure to be properly seated and wearing the seat belt can increase the risk or severity of injury in an acci- dent.
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 supplemental front air bags, side air bags or curtain side- impact air bags inflate if they are not properly restrained. Pre-teens and chil- dren should be properly restrained in the rear seat, if possible.
● Even with the NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System, never install a rear-facing child restraint in the front seat. An in- flating supplemental front air bag could seriously injure or kill your child. See “Child restraints” earlier in this section for details.
WARNING ● The seat belts, the supplemental side air bags and curtain side-impact air bags are most effective when you are sitting well back and upright in the seat.
1. SRS curtain side-impact air bag mod- ules (if so equipped) 2. SRS curtain side-impact air bags (if so equipped) 3. Supplemental side air bag modules (if so equipped) 4. Diagnosis sensor unit 5. Supplemental front air bag modules 6. Crash zone sensor 7.
8. Seat belt buckle switches on driver’s and passenger’s side 9. Occupant classification sensor (pres- sure sensor) 10. Seat belt pre-tensioner retractor 11.
The supplemental front air bags operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON or ST ART position. After turning the ignition key to the ON position, the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates. The supplemental air bag warning light will turn off after about 7 seconds if the system is operational.
to certain front passenger seat occupants, such as children, by requiring the air bag to be auto- matically turned OFF . Certain sensors are used to meet the requirements.
crash) , it could be that the child restraint or seat belt is not being used properly . In rare cases, the passenger air bag status light will not illuminate even though the air bag is OFF . If such situations happen, properly position and restrain the occupant or child restraint.
● Work on and around the supplemental front air bag system should be done by a NISSAN dealer. Installation of electri- cal equipment should also be done by a NISSAN dealer. The Supplemental Re- straint System (SRS) wiring should not be modified or disconnected.
The seat belts should be correctly worn and the driver and passenger seated upright as far as practical away from the supplemental side air bag. Rear seat passengers should be seated as far away as practical from the door finishers and side roof rails.
Pre-tensioner seat belt system (Front seats) WARNING ● The pre-tensioner seat belt cannot be reused after activation. It must be re- placed together with the retractor and buckle as a unit.
1. SRS air bag warning labels 2. SRS side air bag warning label (if so equipped) SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG WARNING LABELS W arning labels about the supplemental front air bag systems are placed in the vehicle as shown in the illustration.
WARNING If the supplemental air bag warning light is on, it could mean that the supplemental front air bag, supplemental side air bag, curtain side-impact air bag systems (if so equipped) and/or pre-tensioner seat belt systems will not operate in an accident.
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2 Instruments and controls Instrument panel ...................................2 - 2 Meters and gauges ................................2 - 3 Speedometer and odometer .....................2 - 4 T rip computer (if so equipped) ...................2 - 5 T achometer .
Cargo net (if so equipped) ...................... 2-37 Windows ........................................ 2-37 P ower windows ............................... 2-37 Sunroof (if so equipped) ........................... 2-39 Automatic sunroof ..............
1. Driver, center and passenger ventila- tors (P . 4-11) 2. Headlight/fog light (if so equipped)/turn signal switch (P . 2-21) 3. Steering wheel switch for audio control (if so equipped) (P . 4-40) 4. Driver supplemental air bag/horn (P . 1-34, 2-26) 5.
17. Front passenger air bag status light (P . 1-43) 18. Audio system controls (if so equipped) (P . 4-23) 19. Ignition switch (P . 5-4) 20. Tilt/telescopic steering wheel controls (P . 3-13) 21. T raction control system (T CS) off switch (if so equipped) (P .
T riple meter (if so equipped): 1. Fuel consumption gauge 2. Engine oil pressure gauge 3. V oltmeter 1. Speedometer 2. Odometer/twin trip display 3. Change button SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER Speedometer The speedometer indicates vehicle speed in miles per hour (MPH) and kilometers per hour (km/h) .
Changing the display: For vehicles equipped with trip computer and without navigation system, pushing the change button changes the display as follows: T rip → T rip → Outside temperature → Dist.
When the ignition switch is turned to ON, modes of the trip computer can be selected by pushing the trip button on the steering wheel switch for audio controls or by the trip computer change button located near the speedometer.
Journey time The journey time mode shows the time since the last reset. The displayed time can be reset by pressing the trip or change button for more than approximately 1 second. NO TE: If a low temperature warning and low range warning occur simultaneously, other dis- play modes switch automatically to the outside temperature display.
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE The gauge indicates the engine coolant tempera- ture. The engine coolant temperature is within the normal range s 1 when the gauge needle points within the zone shown in the illustration. The engine coolant temperature varies with the outside air temperature and driving conditions.
The indicates that the fuel-filler door is located on the driver’s side of the vehicle. CAUTION ● If the vehicle runs out of fuel, the malfunction indicator light (MIL) may come on. Refuel as soon as possible. After a few driving trips, the light should turn off.
V OLTMETER (if so equipped) When the ignition key is turned to the ON posi- tion, the voltmeter indicates the battery voltage. When the engine is running, it indicates the gen- erator voltage. While cranking the engine, the volts drop below the normal range.
or Anti-lock braking warning light (if so equipped) Low windshield washer fluid warning light Front passenger air bag status light Automatic transmission check warning light (if so equipped) Seat belt.
If a malfunction occurs in the system, the anti- lock function is turned off, but the regular braking system continues to operate. If the light comes on while you are driving, contact a NISSAN dealer for repair. Automatic transmission check warning light (if so equipped) When the ignition switch is turned ON, the light comes on for about 2 seconds.
dipstick to check the oil level. See “Engine oil” in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section of this manual. CAUTION Running the engine with the engine oil pressure warning light on could cause se- rious damage to the engine almost imme- diately.
T runk lid open warning light This light comes on when the trunk lid is not securely closed while the ignition key is in the ON position. INDICATOR LIGHTS Automatic transmission position indicator light (A/T models) When the ignition key is turned to the ON posi- tion, this indicator light shows the automatic transmission selector lever position.
vehicle inspected by a NISSAN dealer. Y ou do not need to have your vehicle towed to the dealer. ● Malfunction indicator light blinking — An en- gine misfire has been detected which may damage the emission control system. T o re- duce or avoid emission control system dam- age: – do not drive at speeds above 45 MPH (72 km/h) .
Light reminder chime With the ignition switch in the OFF position, a chime sounds when the driver’s door is opened if the headlights or parking lights are on.
● 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.
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.
SWITCH OPERATION The windshield wiper and washer switch oper- ates when the ignition key is in the ON position. Push the lever down to operate the wiper at the following speed: s 1 Intermittent — intermittent operation can be adjusted by turning the knob toward s A (Slower) or s B (Faster) .
T o defrost the rear window glass and outside mirrors (if so equipped) , start the engine and push the rear window defroster switch on. The rear window defroster indicator light on the switch comes on. Push the switch again to turn the defroster off. The rear window defroster automatically turns off after approximately 15 minutes.
X ENON HEADLIGHTS (if so equipped) WARNING c HIGH VOL T AGE ● When xenon headlights are on, they produce a high voltage. T o prevent an electric shock, never attempt to modify or disassemble. Always have your xe- non headlights replaced at a NISSAN dealer.
CAUTION Use the headlights with the engine run- ning to avoid discharging the vehicle battery. Autolight system (if so equipped) The autolight system allows the headlights to be set so they turn on and off automatically .
NO TE: Autolight activation sensitivity and the time delay for autolight shutoff is adjust- able for vehicles with navigation system. See “V ehicle electronic systems” in the “Display screen, heater, air conditioner and audio systems” section later in this manual.
CAUTION Even though the battery saver feature au- tomatically turns off the headlights after a period of time, you should turn the head- light switch to the OFF position when the engine is not running to avoid discharging the vehicle battery.
T URN SIGNAL SWITCH T urn signal s 1 Move the lever up or down to signal the turning direction. When the turn is com- pleted, the turn signals cancel automatically . Lane change signal s 2 T o signal a lane change, move the lever up or down to the point where the indicator light begins to flash, but the lever does not latch.
Push the switch on to warn other drivers when you must stop or park under emergency condi- tions. All turn signal lights flash. WARNING ● If stopping for an emergency, be sure to move the vehicle well off the road.
The front seats are warmed by built-in heaters (if so equipped) . The switches are located on the center console. 1. Start the engine. 2. Push the low or high position of the switch, as desired, depending on the temperature. The indicator light in the switch will illumi- nate.
The vehicle should be driven with the T raction Con- trol System (T CS) on for most driving conditions. If the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow , the T CS reduces the engine output to reduce wheel spin. The engine speed will be reduced even if the accelerator is depressed to the floor.
● Before inserting or disconnecting a plug, be sure the electrical accessory being used is turned OFF . ● Push the plug in as far as it will go. If good contact is not made, the plug may overheat or the internal temperature fuse may open. ● When not in use, be sure to close the cap.
● When not in use, be sure to close the cap. Do not allow water to contact the outlet. MAP POCKETS SEATBACK POCKETS (if so equipped) The seatback pockets are located on the back of the driver’s and passenger’s seats. The pockets can be used to store maps.
SUNGLASSES HOLDER T o open the sunglasses holder, push and release. WARNING ● The sunglasses holder should not be used while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation. ● Keep the sunglasses holder closed while driving to prevent an accident.
CUP HOLDERS T o open the front cup holders, push the cup holder lid. T o close, lower the cup holder lid and push down until it clicks in place. The plastic insert may be removed for cleaning. The rear cup holders are located in the fold-down armrest in the rear seat back.
GLOVE BOX Open the glove box by pulling the handle. Use the master key when locking s 1 or unlocking s 2 the glove box. The valet key cannot be used to lock or unlock the glove box. WARNING Keep glove box lid closed while driving to help prevent injury in an accident or a sudden stop.
3. Remove the access hole cover. 4. Install the felt mat. 5. Route the phone cord through the access hole and plug into the power outlet. Lower half Pull up on the passenger’s side latch to open the lower half of the console box. A power outlet is located inside the console box and there is stor- age for compact discs.
● The inside of the storage tray can get hot. Do not place objects inside which can melt or be easily deformed. WARNING ● The storage tray should not be used while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation.
GROCERY HOOKS (if so equipped) The grocery hooks are located in the trunk and can be used to hang a standard size plastic grocery bag. CAUTION Do not apply a total load of more than 20 lbs (9 kg) to a single grocery hook.
CARGO NET (if so equipped) 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. ● Be sure to secure all four hooks into the retainers.
1. P ower door lock switch 2. Window lock button 3. Front passenger side (automatic switch, if so equipped) 4. Right rear passenger side 5. Left rear passenger side 6. Driver side automatic switch Driver’s side power window switch The driver’s side control panel is equipped with switches to open or close all of the windows.
Automatic operation T o fully open a window equipped with automatic operation, press the window switch down (only driver’s side shown) to the second detent and release it; it need not be held. The window auto- matically opens all the way . T o stop the window, lift the switch up while the window is opening.
T o open the sunroof part way, push the switch in any direction while the sunroof is sliding open to stop it in the desired position. T o close the sunroof part way, push and hold the switch until the sunroof is in the desired position. Tilting the sunroof T o tilt the sunroof up, push the tilt switch to the position s 3 .
● The driver’s door is opened and then closed while the key is removed from the ignition switch. ● The key is removed from the ignition switch while all doors are closed.
The light illuminates when the trunk lid is opened. When the trunk lid is closed, the light goes off. The light will go off after about 30 minutes if the trunk lid is left open, unless the ignition key is in the ACC or ON position.
WARNING ● Do not use the HomeLink T Universal T ransceiver with any garage door opener that lacks safety stop and re- verse features as required by federal safety standards. (These standards be- came effective for opener models manufactured after April 1, 1982) .
PROGRAMMING HOMELINK T FOR CANADIAN CUSTOMERS Prior to 1992, D.O.C. regulations required hand- held transmitters to stop transmitting after 2 sec- onds.
1. Locate the training button on the garage door opener motor unit. Exact location and color of the button may vary by garage door opener brand. If there is difficulty locating the training button, reference the garage door opener Owner’s Manual. 2.
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3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments K e y s .............................................3 - 2 Nissan vehicle immobilizer system keys ...........3 - 2 Doors ............................................3 - 3 Locking with key ..........................
1. T wo master keys (black) with transpon- der chip and chrome NISSAN brand symbol on one side 2. V alet key (black) with transponder chip (if so equipped) 3. K ey number plate 4. T ransponder chip A key number plate is supplied with your keys. Record the key number and keep it in a safe place (such as your wallet) , not in the vehicle.
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 persons from being thrown from the vehicle. This also helps keep children and others from unintentionally open- ing the doors, and will help keep out intruders.
LOCKING WITH INSIDE LOCK KNOB T o lock the door without the key, move the inside lock to the lock position s 1 , then close the door. T o unlock the door without the key, move the inside lock knob to the unlock position s 2 .
CHILD SAFETY REAR DOOR LOCK Child safety locks help prevent the rear doors from being opened accidentally , especially when small children are in the vehicle. The child safety lock levers are located on the edge of the rear doors. When the lever is in the lock position, the door can be opened only from the outside.
HOW TO USE REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM Locking doors 1. Close all windows. 2. Remove the key from the ignition switch. 3. Close the hood, trunk lid, and all doors. 4. Push the button on the keyfob. All the doors lock. The hazard lights flash twice and the horn beeps once to indicate all doors are locked.
● All doors unlock. ● The hazard indicator flashes once if all doors are completely closed. The interior lights can be turned off without wait- ing 30 seconds by inserting the key into the ignition and turning to the ON or ST ART position, locking the doors with the keyfob or pushing the interior light switch to the OFF position.
Silencing the horn beep feature If desired, the horn beep feature can be deacti- vated using the keyfob. NO TE: If you change the horn beep and lamp flash feature with the keyfob, the display screen (if so equipped) will not show the current mode and cannot be used to change the mode.
s 1 Pull the hood lock release handle located below the driver side instrument panel; the hood springs up slightly . s 2 Lift the lever at the front of the hood with your fingertips and raise the hood. s 3 Remove the support rod from the clamp. s 4 Insert the support rod into the slot on the passenger side fender ledge.
OPENER OPERATION WARNING ● Do not drive with the trunk lid open. This could allow dangerous exhaust gases to be drawn into the vehicle. See “Ex - haust gas” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.
K EY OPERATION (if so equipped) T o open the trunk lid, turn the key clockwise. T o close the trunk lid, lower and push the trunk lid down securely . INTERIOR TRUNK LID RELEASE WARNING Closely supervise children when they are around cars to prevent them from playing and becoming locked in the trunk where they could be seriously injured.
OPENER OPERATION The fuel-filler door opener lever is located on the outside of the driver’s seat s 1 . T o open the fuel-filler door, pull the opener lever up. T o lock, close the fuel-filler door securely . FUEL-FILLER CAP The fuel-filler cap is a ratcheting type.
● Do not fill a portable fuel container in the vehicle or trailer. Static electricity can cause an explosion of flammable liquid, vapor or gas in any vehicle or trailer. T o reduce the risk of serious injury or death when filling portable fuel containers: – Always place the container on the ground when filling.
T ELESCOPIC OPERATION Push the lock lever s 3 down and adjust the steering wheel forward or backward s 4 to the desired position. Pull the lock lever up firmly to lock the steering wheel in place. WARNING Do not adjust the steering wheel any closer to you than is necessary for proper steering operation and comfort.
REARVIEW MIRROR The night position s 1 reduces glare from the headlights of vehicles behind you at night. Use the day position s 2 when driving in daylight hours. WARNING Use the night position only when neces- sary, because it reduces rear view clarity.
Electric control type (if so equipped) The outside mirror remote control only operates when the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position. Rotate the control lever to select the right or left mirror. Adjust the mirror to the desired position by moving the control lever.
4 Display screen, heater, air conditioner and audio systems Control panel buttons (if so equipped) ...............4 - 2 Names of the components .......................4 - 3 How to use joystick and “ENTER” button ..........4 - 3 How to use “PREV” button .
WARNING ● Positioning of the heating or air condi- tioning controls and display controls should not be done while driving in or- der that full attention may be given to the driving operation. ● Do not disassemble or modify this sys- tem. If you do, it may result in accidents, fire, or electrical shock.
“Display” key — This is a select key on the screen. By selecting this key you can proceed to the next function. NAMES OF THE COMPONENTS 1. brightness control button (P . 4-10) 2. PREV (previous) button (P . 4-3) 3. Joystick and ENTER push button (P .
HOW TO USE THE “TRIP” BUTTON When the “TRIP” button is pushed, the following modes will display on the screen. W arning message (if there are any) → TRIP 1 (Elapsed Time, Driving Distance, A.
T o set the maintenance interval, select the “Maintenance Schedule” key by using the joystick and push the joystick to right or left. T o reset the maintenance interval, select the “Re- set” key using the joystick and push the “EN- TER ” button.
The “MAINTENANCE NO TICE” screen displays each time the key is turned ON until one of the following conditions are met: ● “RESET” is selected. ● “Display Maintenance and Notification” is set OFF . ● the maintenance interval is set again.
V ehicle electronic systems The VEHICLE ELECTRONIC S Y STEMS screen will appear when selecting the “V ehicle Elec- tronic Systems” key with the joystick and push- ing the “ENTER ” button. T o set the various electronic systems operating conditions, select the applicable item using the joystick, and push the “ENTER ” button.
● Higher- more sensitive, automatic head- lights will come on quicker when the head- light sensor senses less ambient light. Automatic headlights off delay: This key allows you to set the length of time before the automatic headlights turn off after exiting the vehicle.
Setting daylight savings time: Use the “Daylight Saving Time” key to adjust the clock to daylight savings time. ON: The displayed time advances by 1 hour. OFF: The current time is displayed. Adjusting the time to the GPS: Select the “ Auto Adjust” key.
2. Select one of the following zones depending on the current location. ● Pacific zone ● Mountain zone ● Central zone ● Eastern zone ● Atlantic zone ● Newfoundland zone After selection, the [CL OCK SETTINGS] screen will appear. The GPS time (manual time) corresponding to the selected zone will be displayed.
Adjust air flow direction for the driver side s 1 , center s 2 , and passenger side s 3 ventilators by moving the ventilator slide and/or ventilator as- semblies. WARNING ● The air conditioner cooling function op- erates only when the engine is running.
1. Fan control dial 2. Air recirculation button 3. T emperature control dial 4. Air flow control dial 5. Rear window defroster T ype A WHA0470 4-12 Display screen, heater, air conditioner and audio sy.
1. Fan control dial 2. Air recirculation button 3. T emperature control dial 4. Air conditioner button (if so equipped) 5. Air flow control dial 6. Rear window defroster CONTROLS Fan control dial The fan control dial turns the fan on and off, and controls fan speed.
OFF position (Indicator light off) : Outside air is drawn into the passenger compart- ment 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 button is provided only on vehicles equipped with an air conditioner.
Bi-level heating This mode directs air from the side, center and the foot outlets. 1. Push the button to the off position. 2. T urn the air flow control dial to the position. 3. T urn the fan control dial to the desired posi- tion. 4. T urn the temperature control dial to the de- sired position.
4. Push the button. The indicator light comes on. 5. T urn the temperature control dial to the de- sired position. Dehumidified defogging This mode is used to defog the windows and dehumidify the air. 1. T urn the air flow control dial to the position.
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1. Fan control dial 2. Air recirculation button 3. T emperature dial A . 60° F (18° C) B. 75° F (25° C) C. 90° F (32° C) 4. A/C ON/OFF button 5. Air flow control dial 6. Rear defrost button WARNING ● The air conditioner cooling function op- erates only when the engine is running.
● The temperature of the passenger compart- ment will be maintained automatically . ● Air flow distribution and fan speed are also controlled automatically . Heating (A/C OFF) The air conditioner does not activate. When you need to heat only , use this mode.
T o turn system off T urn the fan control dial to the OFF position. OPERATING TIPS ● When the engine coolant temperature and outside air temperature are low , the air flow from the foot outlets may not operate for a maximum of 150 seconds. However, this is not a malfunction.
RADIO T urn the ignition key to the ACC or ON position and press the PWR (power)/VOL (volume) knob to turn the radio on. If you listen to the radio with the engine not running, the key should be turned to the ACC position.
the vehicle outside of any metal or large building for satellite radio to receive all of the necessary data. No satellite radio reception is available and “NO SA T” is displayed when the SA T band.
1. PRESET ABC button 2. MIX button 3. Display 4. CD select button 5. FM band select button 6. AM band select button 7. CD eject button 8. P AUSE/MUTE button 9. TUNE/FF-REV button 10. CL OCK button 11. Preset scan (P-SCAN) button 12. AUDIO button 13. SCAN button 14.
When no CD is loaded, the radio comes on. Pressing the PWR/VOL control knob again turns the system off. T urn the PWR/VOL control knob to the right to increase volume or to the left to decrease volume.
Press the PRESET ABC button to change be- tween the presets: A → B → C The radio displays icon A , B or C to indicate which set of presets is active. T o store a radio station in a preset: 1. Select the desired preset by pressing PRE- SET ABC. 2. Select the desired AM, FM or SA T (if so equipped) station band.
When is pressed, the track being played returns to the beginning. Press several times to skip back several tracks. Each time the button is pressed the CD moves back 1 track. If the play pattern is in MIX mode when the button is pressed, the next random selection will be played.
1. PRESET ABC button 2. L OAD button 3. Display 4. CD select button 5. FM/AM band select button 6. SA T (satellite) radio select button* 7. CD eject button 8. P AUSE/MUTE button 9. TUNE FF-REV button 10. MENU/CL OCK button 11. CA T/RPT button 12. AUDIO button 13.
FM-AM SA T RADIO WITH COMPACT DISC (CD) CHANGER (if so equipped) No satellite radio reception is available and “NO SA T” is displayed when the SA T button is pressed unless optional satellite receiver and antenna are installed and an XM T or SIRIUS™ satellite radio service subscription is active.
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. TUNE/FF—REV WARNING The radio should not be tuned while driv- ing so full attention may be given to ve- hicle operation.
Program type (PTY) : PTY can be used to search for a certain program type. Certain areas have a limited number of stations that transmit RDS. Many stations trans- mit call letters and frequencies only . Searching or scanning by program type may yield a limited number of selections.
3. During the 15 second interval, insert the disc. The display changes to “Loading Disc” . 4. The CD will play after the disc is set to a play position. 5. The indicator changes from blinking disc number indicator to solid disc number indicator and the display changes to show the Disc number icon, Disc number, T rack number and Elapsed time.
FF (fast forward) REW (rewind) buttons When the TUNE/FF-REV ( or ) but- ton is pressed while the compact disc is playing, the compact disc plays at an increased speed while fast forwarding or rewinding. When the button is released, the CD returns to normal play speed.
4. The display will be turned off after all discs are ejected and removed. If a disc is not removed within 15 seconds, or if the button is pressed again during the Eject sequence, the entire disc Eject sequence will be canceled. 1. SEEK/TRACK change button 2.
13. CD eject button 14. POWER/VOLUME control knob 15. Station and CD select buttons (1 - 6) 16. T uning and AUDIO control knob (BASS, MID, TREBLE, F ADE, BAL - ANCE and SSV) *No satellite radio recept.
T urn the T uning knob within 2 seconds. The text will change as follows: Channel number ←→ Channel name ←→ Artist ←→ Title ←→ Channel number Pause/mute button: T o mute or pause the audio sound, push the P AUSE/MUTE button. Radio mute will flash in the display screen.
4. The channel indicator will then come on and the sound will resume. Memorizing is now complete. 5. Other buttons can be set in the same man- ner. If the battery cable is disconnected, or if the fuse blows, the radio memory will be canceled. In that case, reset the desired stations.
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.
1 DISC RDM: T racks from the disc that is cur- rently playing will be played randomly CD EJECT: Current disc: ● Press the slot number (1 – 6) for the desired disc, then press the button. The com- pact disc will be ejected. If the disc is not removed within 15 seconds, the disc will reload.
1. V olume control switch 2. Mode select switch 3. T rip 4. Audio tuning Up/Down POWER on/off switch (T ype A) With the ignition key turned to the ACC or ON position, push the POWER switch to turn the audio system on or off.
When installing a CB, ham radio or car phone in your NISSAN, be sure to observe the following precautions, otherwise the new equipment may adversely affect the engine control system and other electronic parts. WARNING ● A cellular telephone should not be used while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation.
5 Starting and driving Precautions when starting and driving ................5 - 2 Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ..................5 - 2 Three-way catalyst ..............................5 - 2 Avoiding collision and rollover ....................5 - 3 Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving .
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.
CAUTION ● Do not use leaded gasoline. Deposits from leaded gasoline will seriously re- duce the three-way catalyst’s ability to help reduce exhaust pollutants. ● Keep your engine tuned up. Malfunc- tions in the ignition, fuel injection, or electrical systems can cause overrich fuel flow into the three-way catalyst, causing it to overheat.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION The ignition lock is designed so the key cannot be turned to the L OCK position and removed until the shift selector lever is moved to the P (Park) position. When removing the key from the ignition, make sure the shift selector lever is in the P (Park) position.
MANUAL TRANSMISSION The ignition switch includes a device that helps prevent accidental removal of the key while driv- ing. The key can only be removed when the ignition switch is in the L OCK position.
● Make sure the area around the vehicle is clear. ● Check fluid levels such as engine oil, cool- ant, brake and clutch fluid, and window washer fluid as frequently as possible, or at least whenever you refuel. ● Check that all windows and lights are clean.
4. Allow the engine to idle for at least 30 sec- onds after starting. Do not race the engine while warming it up. Drive at moderate speed for a short distance first, especially in cold weather.
Gate type shift The automatic transmission in your vehicle is electronically controlled to produce maximum power and smooth operation. The recommended operating procedures for this transmission are shown on the following pages. Follow these procedures for maximum vehicle performance and driving enjoyment.
If the key is turned to the OFF or ACC position for any reason while the vehicle is in N (Neutral) , or any D (Drive) position, the shift selector lever cannot be moved to P (Park) . Additionally, the key cannot be turned to the L OCK position and be removed from the ignition switch.
Manual shift mode When the selector lever is shifted from D to the manual shift gate with the vehicle stopped or while driving, the transmission enters the manual shift mode. Shift ranges can be selected manu- ally . In the manual shift mode, the shift range is dis- played on the position indicator in the meter.
Shift lock release If the battery is discharged, the shift selector lever may not be moved from the P (Park) position even with the brake pedal depressed. T o move the shift selector lever, release the shift lock. The shift selector lever can be moved to N (Neutral) .
Accelerator downshift — in D position — For passing or hill climbing, depress the accel- erator pedal to the floor. This shifts the transmis- sion down into a lower gear, depending on the vehicle speed.
On the 6–speed manual transmission to back up, lift up on the collar just below the shift lever and then move it to the R (Reverse) position after stopping the vehicle completely . If it is difficult to move the shift lever into R (Reverse) or 1 (1st) , shift into N (Neutral) , then release the clutch pedal.
use the highest gear suggested for that speed. Always observe posted speed limits, and drive according to the road conditions, which will en- sure safe operation. Do not over-rev the engine when shifting to a lower gear as it may cause engine damage or loss of vehicle control.
4. Before driving, be sure the brake warning light goes out. 1. ACCEL/RES switch 2. COAST/SET switch 3. ON/OFF switch 4. CANCEL switch PRECAUTIONS ON CRUISE CONTROL ● If the cruise control system malfunctions, it cancels automatically . The SET indicator light in the instrument panel then blinks to warn the driver.
CAUTION On manual transmission models, do not shift into N (Neutral) without depressing the clutch pedal when the cruise control is set. Should this occur, depress the clutch pedal and turn the main switch off imme- diately. Failure to do so may cause engine damage.
CAUTION During the first 1,200 miles (2,000 km) , follow these recommendations to obtain maximum engine performance and en- sure the future reliability and economy of your new vehicle. Failure to follow these recommendations may result in short- ened engine life and reduced engine performance.
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.
● HEADED UPHILL OR DOWNHILL, NO CURB: s C T urn the wheels toward the side of the road so the vehicle will move away from the cen- ter of the road if it moves. 4. T urn the ignition key to the LOCK position and remove the key . The power assisted steering uses a hydraulic pump, driven by the engine, to assist steering.
WARNING ● While driving on a slippery surface, be careful when braking, accelerating or downshifting. Abrupt braking or accel- erating could cause the wheels to skid and result in an accident. ● If the engine is not running or is turned off while driving, the power assist for the brakes will not work.
If the light comes on during the self-test or while driving, take the vehicle to a NISSAN dealer for repair. WARNING ● The anti-lock braking system is a so- phisticated device, but it cannot pre- vent accidents resulting from careless or dangerous driving techniques.
WARNING ● The traction control system is designed to help improve driving stability but does not prevent accidents due to abrupt steering operation at high speeds or by careless or dangerous driving techniques. Reduce vehicle speed and be especially careful when driving and cornering on slippery sur- faces and always drive carefully.
DRAINING OF COOLANT WATER If the vehicle is to be left outside without anti- freeze, drain the cooling system, including the engine block. Refill before operating the vehicle. For details, see “Changing engine coolant” in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section of this manual.
DRIVING ON SNOW OR ICE WARNING ● Wet ice (32°F , 0°C and freezing rain) , very cold snow or ice can be slick and very hard to drive on. The vehicle will have much less traction or “grip” under these conditions. T ry to avoid driving on wet ice until the road is salted or sanded.
6 In case of emergency Flat tire ...........................................6 - 2 Changing a flat tire .............................6 - 2 Jump starting .....................................6 - 6 Push starting ......................................6 - 8 If your vehicle overheats .
CHANGING A FLAT TIRE If you have a flat tire, follow the instructions be- low . Stopping the vehicle 1. Safely move the vehicle off the road and away from traffic. 2. T urn on the hazard warning flashers. 3. Park on a level surface and apply the parking brake.
Getting the spare tire and tools Open the trunk. Lift the trunk floor carpeting and spare tire cover. Remove the jack s 1 and wheel nut wrench s 2 from the tool box. Remove the spare tire. Removing the bolt-on wheel cover (if so equipped) CAUTION Do not use your hands to pry off wheel caps or wheel covers.
● Use the correct jack -up points. Never use any other part of the vehicle for jack support. ● Never jack up the vehicle more than necessary. ● Never use blocks on or under the jack. ● Do not start or run the engine while vehicle is on the jack.
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.
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.
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.
8. Replace the vent caps (if so equipped) . Be sure to dispose of the cloth used to cover the vent holes as it may be contaminated with corrosive acid. CAUTION ● Three-way catalyst equipped models should not be started by pushing. The three-way catalyst may be damaged.
3. Get out of the vehicle. Look and listen for steam or coolant escaping from the radiator before opening the hood. (If steam or cool- ant is escaping, turn off the engine.) Do not open the hood further until no steam or coolant can be seen. 4. Open the engine hood.
For information about towing your vehicle behind a recreational vehicle (RV) , refer to “Flat towing” in the “T echnical and consumer information” sec- tion of this manual.
● When towing automatic transmission models with the front wheels on towing dollies, or when towing manual trans- mission models with the front wheels on the ground: – T urn the ignition key to the OFF po- sition, and secure the steering wheel in a straight-ahead position with a rope or similar device.
3. T urn the steering wheel right and left to clear an area around the front tires. 4. Slowly rock the vehicle forward and back - ward. ● Shift back and forth between R (reverse) and D (drive) (automatic transmission models) or 1st (low) and R (reverse) (manual transmission models) .
7 Appearance and care Cleaning exterior ..................................7 - 2 W ashing ......................................7 - 2 W axing ........................................7 - 2 Removing spots ................................7 - 2 Underbody .
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.
UNDERBODY In areas where road salt is used in winter, it is necessary to clean the underbody regularly in order to prevent dirt and salt from building up and causing the acceleration of corrosion on the un- derbody and suspension. Before the winter pe- riod and again in the spring, the underseal must be checked and, if necessary , retreated.
react with the coating and form a compound. This compound may come off the tire while driving and stain the vehicle paint. If you choose to use a tire dressing, take the following precautions: ● Use a water-based tire dressing. The coat- ing on the tire dissolves more easily with an oil-based tire dressing.
Floor mat positioning aid (driver’s side only) This vehicle includes a front floor mat bracket to act as a floor mat positioning aid. NISSAN floor mats have been specially designed for your ve- hicle model. The driver’s side floor mat has a grommet hole incorporated in it.
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.
Appearance and care 7-7 MEMO.
8 Maintenance and do-it-yourself Maintenance requirements ..........................8 - 2 General maintenance ..............................8 - 2 Explanation of general maintenance items .........8 - 2 Maintenance precautions .........................
Tire labeling ................................... 8-44 T ypes of tires .................................. 8-47 Tire chains ............................
Y our new NISSAN has been designed to have minimum maintenance requirements with longer service intervals to save you both time and money . However, some day-to-day and regular maintenance is essential to maintain your NIS- SAN’s good mechanical condition, as well as its emission and engine performance.
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 .
Windshield wiper and washer* Check that the wipers and washer operate properly and that the wipers do not streak. Windshield defroster Check that the air comes out of the defroster outlets properly and in sufficient quantity when operating the heater or air conditioner.
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.
Y ou should be aware that incomplete or improper servicing may result in operating difficulties or excessive emissions, and could affect warranty coverage.
QR25DE engine 1. P ower steering fluid reservoir 2. Spark plug coils 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Clutch fluid reservoir (M/T model) 5. Air cleaner 6. Battery 7. Fuse/Fusible link box 8. T ransmission dipstick (A/T models) 9. Engine oil dipstick 10. Radiator cap 11.
VQ35DE engine 1. P ower steering fluid reservoir 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Clutch fluid reservoir (M/T model) 5. Air cleaner 6. Battery 7. Fuse/Fusible link box 8. T ransmission dipstick (A/T models) 9. Engine oil dipstick 10.
The engine cooling system is filled at the factory with Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant to provide year-round anti- freeze and coolant protection. The anti-freeze solution contains rust and corrosion inhibitors. Additional engine cooling system additives are not necessary .
CHANGING ENGINE COOLANT A NISSAN dealer can change the engine coolant. The service procedure can be found in the NISSAN Service Manual. Improper servicing can result in reduced heater performance and engine overheat- ing. WARNING ● T o avoid the danger of being scalded, never change the coolant when the en- gine is hot.
5. Remove the dipstick again and check the oil level. It should be between the H (High) and L (Low) marks s B . This is the normal oper- ating oil level range. If the oil level is below the L (Low) mark s A , remove the oil filler cap and pour recommended oil through the opening.
5. Remove the drain plug s B with a wrench by turning it counterclockwise and completely drain the oil. If the oil filter is to be changed, remove and replace it at this time. See “Changing engine oil filter” later in this section. WARNING ● Prolonged and repeated contact with used engine oil may cause skin cancer.
CHANGING ENGINE OIL FILTER 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply the parking brake. 2. T urn the engine off. 3. Place a large drain pan under the oil filter s A . 4. Loosen the oil filter s A with an oil filter wrench by turning it counterclockwise.
WARNING ● When the engine is running, keep hands, jewelry and clothing away from any moving parts such as the cooling fan and drive belts. ● Automatic transmission fluid is poison- ous and should be stored carefully in marked containers out of the reach of children.
4. Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean with lint-free paper. 5. Reinsert the dipstick into the dipstick tube as far as it will go. 6. Remove the dipstick and note the reading. If the automatic transmission fluid level is within the normal operating range s B ,n o additional fluid is required.
When checking or replacement is required, we recommend your NISSAN dealer for servicing. WARNING ● Use only Genuine NISSAN Matic K A TF . Do not mix with other fluids.
For further brake and clutch fluid specification information, refer to “Capacities and recom- mended fuel/lubricants” in the “T echnical and consumer information” section of this manual. WARNING Use only new fluid from a sealed con- tainer. Old, inferior or contaminated fluid may damage the brake and clutch sys- tems.
WINDOW WASHER FLUID RESERVOIR Fill the window washer fluid reservoir periodically . Add window washer fluid when the low window washer fluid warning light comes on (if so equipped) . T o fill the window washer fluid reservoir, lift the cap off the reservoir tank and pour the window washer fluid into the tank opening.
● When working on or near a battery, al- ways wear suitable eye protection and remove all jewelry. ● Battery posts, terminals and related ac- cessories contain lead and lead com- pounds. Wash hands after handling. ● Keep battery out of the reach of children.
V ehicles operated in high temperatures or under severe conditions require frequent checks of the battery fluid level. JUMP STARTING If jump starting is necessary , see “Jump starting” in the “In case of emergency” section of this manual. If the engine does not start by jump starting, the battery may have to be replaced.
1. P ower steering fluid pump 2. Crank pulley 3. Generator 4. Air conditioner REPLACING SPARK PLUGS Platinum-tipped spark plugs It is not necessary to replace platinum-tipped spark plugs as frequently as conventional type spark plugs because they last much longer.
6. Fit the new plugs, one at a time, into the spark plug socket and install them. Use only the specified spark plugs. T urn each plug several full turns by hand, then tighten with the spark plug socket to the correct torque. Do not overtighten. Spark plug tightening torque: 14 - 22 ft-lb (20 - 29 N·m) 7.
1. Remove the 2 lower glove box hinge pins. Remove the glove box from the opening and let it hang by the cord. 2. Remove the filter cover from the intake unit by disengaging the 2 hook tabs at the bot- tom of the cover. NO TE: The filter is marked “UP” with an arrow.
NO TE: Make sure the filter sits on top of the 2 supporting tabs on the housing. 4. Replace the cover by inserting the upper tabs inside the housing slot and pushing the hook tabs until they snap on to the housing lip. 5. Install the glove box door. 6.
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.
If you wax the surface of the hood, be careful not to let wax get into the washer nozzle s 1 . This may cause clogging or improper windshield washer operation. If wax gets into the nozzle, remove it with a needle or small pin s 2 . CHECKING PARKING BRAKE From the released position, pull the parking brake lever up slowly and firmly .
Self-adjusting brakes Y our vehicle is equipped with self-adjusting brakes. The front and rear disc-type brakes self-adjust every time the brake pedal is applied. WARNING See a NISSAN dealer for a brake system check if the brake pedal height does not return to normal.
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 s A , replace it with a new fuse s B .
PASSENGER COMPARTMENT CAUTION Never use a fuse of a higher or lower amperage rating than specified on the fuse box cover. This could damage the electrical system or cause a fire. If any electrical equipment does not operate, check for an open fuse. 1.
Replace the battery in the keyfob as follows: s 1 Open the lid using a coin s A . s 2 Remove the battery s B . s 3 Install a new battery s C with the “+” facing down. Recommended battery: CR2025 or equivalent. s 4 Close the lid securely . 5. Press the button, then the button two or three times to check the key- fob operation.
If the battery is removed for any reason other than replacement, perform step 5. ● An improperly disposed battery can hurt the environment. Always confirm local regulations for battery disposal. ● The keyfob is water-resistant ; how- ever, if it does get wet, immediately wipe completely dry.
FRONT PARK/TURN/SIDEMARKER LIGHT Bulb replacement requires the removal of the headlight assembly . If replacement is required, see your NISSAN dealer. FOG LIGHTS (if so equipped) Replacing the fog light bulb CAUTION ● High pressure halogen gas is sealed inside the halogen bulb.
EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR LIGHTS Item W attage (W) Bulb No.* Headlight assembly Low (Halogen) 55 H1 Low (Xenon) (special) D2R High 60 HB3 (9005) Park/T urn 27/8 1157NA Front fog light 55 H11 Step light .
1. Map light 2. Interior light 3. Step light 4. Fog light (if so equipped) 5. Rear combination light 6. License plate light 7. T runk light 8. High-mount stoplight (if so equipped) 9.
Replacement procedures All other lights are either type A , B, C or D. When replacing a bulb, first remove the lens, lamp and/or cover. Indicates bulb removal Indicates bulb installation Use a cloth s 1 to protect the interior light hous- ing.
License plate light WDI0235 8-36 Maintenance and do-it-yourself Z REVIEW COPY— 2006 Altima (l30) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 03/03/06—debbie X.
Map light - Models with sunroof WDI0451 Maintenance and do-it-yourself 8-37 Z REVIEW COPY— 2006 Altima (l30) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 03/03/06—debbie X.
Map light - Models without sunroof WDI0237 8-38 Maintenance and do-it-yourself Z REVIEW COPY— 2006 Altima (l30) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 03/03/06—debbie X.
Rear combination light T o access the bulbs in the rear combination light: s 1 Remove the 2 fasteners. Carefully push back the carpet. s 2 Remove the 2 nuts and pull out the rear combination light.
If you have a flat tire, see the “In case of emergency” section of this manual. TIRE PRESSURE 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 .
been parked for 3 or more hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) at moderate speeds. If the tires are used at speeds above 100 mph (162 km/h) where it is legal to do so (on a race track for example) , the cold tire inflation pressure must be increased.
Tire and loading information label s 1 Seating capacity: The maximum num- ber of occupants that can be seated in the vehicle. s 2 V ehicle load limit: See loading infor- mation in the “T echnical and con- sumer information” section. s 3 Original tire size: The size of the tires originally installed on the vehicle at the factory .
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.
Size Cold Tire Inflation Pressure High Speed/ Maximum Load Cold Tire Inflation Pressure Front Original Tire P215/60/R16 94T 200 kPa, 29 PSI 240 kPa, 35 PSI P215/55R17 93H P215/55R17 93V 230 kPa, 33 PS.
s 1 Tire size (example: P215/65R15 95H) 1. P: The 9 P 9 indicates the tire is de- signed for passenger vehicles (not all tires have this information) . 2. Three-digit number (215): This num- ber gives the width in millimeters of the tire from sidewall edge to side- wall edge.
s 2 TIN (Tire Identification Number) for a new tire (example: DO T XX XX XXX XXXX) 1. DO T : Abbreviation for the 9 Depart- ment Of T ransportation. 9 The symbol can be placed above, below or to the left or right of Tire Identification Num- ber. 2. T wo-digit code: Manufacturer’s identification mark 3.
The word 9 radial 9 is shown if the tire has radial structure. s 8 Manufacturer or brand name Manufacturer or brand name is shown. Other Tire-related T erminology In addition to the many terms that ar.
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 CAUTION Tire chains/cables cannot be installed on P225/45R18 size tires. Installation of the tire chains/cables on P225/45R18 size tires will cause damage to the vehicle.
Wheel nut tightening torque: 80 ft-lb (108 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.
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.
● NISSAN recommends waxing the road wheels to protect against road salt in areas where it is used during winter. Spare tire (TEMPORAR Y USE ONL Y spare tire) Observe the following precautions if the TEM- PORAR Y USE ONL Y spare tire must be used.
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9 T echnical and consumer information Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants .........9 - 2 Fuel recommendation ...........................9 - 3 Engine oil and oil filter recommendation ...........9 - 5 Recommended SAE viscosity number ...........
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 20 gal 16-5/8 gal 75.
FUEL RECOMMENDATION For 2.5L engine Use unleaded regular gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) num- ber (Research octane number 91) . For 3.5L Use unleaded regular gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) num- ber (Research octane number 91) .
If any driveability problems such as engine stall- ing and difficult hot-starting are experienced after using oxygenate-blend fuels, immediately change to a non-oxygenate fuel or a fuel with a low blend of MTBE. T ake care not to spill gasoline during refu- eling.
ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER RECOMMENDATION 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 9 Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants 9 earlier in this section.
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.
ENGINE Model QR25DE VQ35DE 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 3.205 (95.5 x 81.4) Displacement cu in (cm 3 ) 151.
WHEELS AND TIRES Wheel type Size Offset in (mm) Steel 16 x 6.5JJ 1.57 (40) Aluminum 16 x 6.5JJ 1.57 (40) Aluminum 17 x 7JJ 1.77 (45) Aluminum 18 x 8JJ 1.
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.
ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER The number is stamped on the engine as shown. F .M.V .S.S./C.M.V .S.S. CERTIFICATION LABEL The Federal/Canadian Motor V ehicle Safety Standard (F .
EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION LABEL The emission control information label is at- tached as shown. TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION LABEL The cold tire pressure is shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. The label is located as shown. AIR CONDITIONER SPECIFICATION LABEL The air conditioner specification label is affixed as shown.
Use the following steps to mount the front license plate: s 1 Make a shallow hole in each plastic finisher at the location mark (small dimple) using a 0.31 in (8 mm) drill. T o avoid damaging the threads behind the finisher, apply only light pressure to the drill.
● GVW (Gross V ehicle W eight) - curb weight plus the combined weight of passengers and cargo. ● GVWR (Gross V ehicle W eight Rat- ing) - maximum total combined weight of the unloaded vehicle, pas- sengers, luggage, hitch, trailer tongue load and any other optional equipment.
V EHICLE LOAD CAPACITY Do not exceed the load limit of your ve- hicle shown as 9 The combined weight of occupants and cargo 9 on the Tire and Loading Information label (if so equipped) . Do not exceed the number of occupants shown as 9 Seating Capacity 9 on Tire and Loading Information label (if so equipped) .
Steps for determining correct load limit 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs” on your vehicle’s placard. 2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle.
● Overloading not only can shorten the life of your vehicle and the tire, but can also cause unsafe vehicle handling and longer brak - ing distances. This may cause a premature tire failure which could result in a serious accident and personal injury.
The GCWR equals the combined weight of the towing vehicle (including passengers and cargo) plus the total trailer load. T owing loads greater than these or using improper towing equipment could adversely affect vehicle handling, braking and performance.
Maximum Gross V ehicle W eight (GVW)/Maximum Gross Axle W eight (GA W) The GVW of the towing vehicle must not exceed the Gross V ehicle W eight Rating (GVWR) shown on the F .
4,203 lb. (1906 kg) GVWR – 3,961 lb. (1796 kg) GVW = 242 lb. (109 kg) Available for tongue weight 1,000 lb. (454 kg) Capacity available for towing 242 lb.
towing the maximum trailer weights shown in the T owing Load/Specification Chart earlier in this section. CAUTION ● Do not use axle-mounted hitches. ● The hitch should not be attached to or affect the operation of the impact- absorbing bumper. ● Do not modify the vehicle exhaust sys- tem, brake system, etc .
WARNING Never connect a trailer brake system di- rectly to the vehicle brake system. Pre-towing tips ● Be certain your vehicle maintains a level position when a loaded and/or unloaded trailer is hitched.
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. ● When going down a hill, shift into a lower gear and use the engine braking effect.
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 stopped in traffic for long periods of time in hot weather, put the vehicle in the P (Park) position.
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.
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 these warranties may be found with other vehicle warranties in your W arranty Infor- mation Booklet which comes with your NISSAN vehicle.
WARNING Always drive the vehicle in a safe and prudent manner according to traffic con- ditions and obey all traffic laws. 1. Start the engine when the engine coolant temperature gauge needle points to C. Al- low the engine to idle until the gauge needle points between the C and H (normal oper- ating temperature) .
A genuine NISSAN Service Manual is the best source of service and repair information for your vehicle. Filled with wiring diagrams, illustrations and step-by-step diagnostic and adjustment pro- cedures, this manual is the same one used by the factory-trained technicians working at NISSAN dealerships.
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10 Index A Active head restraint .............. .1-8 Air bag (See supplemental restraint system) .................... .1-34 Air bag system Front (See supplemental front impact air bag system) ................ .1-42 Air bag warning light .......... .1-49, 2-13 Air cleaner housing filter .
Clock set .................. .4-8 English/metric button ........... .4-8 Enter button ................. .4-2 Fuel econ button .............. .4-4 Maint (maintenance) button ........ .4-4 Prev button .............. .4-3, 4-3 Setting button ............
G Garage door opener, HomeLink T Universal T ransceiver .................. .2-42 G a s c a p .................... .3-12 Gauge Engine coolant temperature gauge .... .2-8 Engine oil pressure gauge ......... .2-9 Fuel consumption gauge ......... .2-10 Fuel gauge .
Door locks ................. .3-3 Fuel-filler door lock opener lever ..... .3-12 Glove box lock .............. .2-33 T runk lid lock opener lever ........ .3-10 Low fuel warning light ............ .2-13 Low washer fluid warning light ........ .2-13 Luggage (See vehicle loading information) .
Reporting safety defects (US only) . . . .9-25 Seat adjustment Front manual seat adjustment ....... .1-2 Front power seat adjustment ....... .1-4 Rear seat adjustment ............ .1-6 Seat belt Child safety ................ .1-11 Infants and small children .
Driving with manual transmission .... .5-12 Selector lever lock release ........ .5-11 T ravel (See registering your vehicle in another country) ..................... .9-9 T rip button ................... .4-4 T rip computer .................. .2-5 T rip odometer .
RECOMMENDED FUEL: For 2.5L engine Use unleaded regular gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) num- ber (Research octane number 91) . For 3.5L engine Use unleaded regular gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) num- ber (Research octane number 91) .
1. Engine coolant 8-9 2. Window washer fluid 8-18 3. Engine oil 8-10 4. Passenger supplemental front impact air bag 1-34 5. Audio system 4-23, 4-25, 4-30; Air condi- tioner 4-11, 4-20 6. Supplemental side-impact air bag (if so equipped) 1-34 7. Front seats 1-2 8.
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