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2008 Armada Owner's Manual In addition to the Owner's Manual, a Voice Recognition system supplement publication may pertain to your vehicle. Compare the VIN (vehicle identification number) information found on your vehicle's VIN plate to the VIN information below to determine applicability.
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.
MODIFICA TION OF Y OUR VEHICLE This vehicle should not be modified. Modification could affect its performance, safety or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or per- formance problems resulting from modi- fications may not be covered under NISSAN warranties.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING WARNING Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth de- fects or other reproductive harm.
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.
T able of Contents Illustrated table of contents Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system Instruments and controls Pre-driving checks and adjustments Monitor, climate, audio, phone.
0 Illustrated table of contents Airbags, seat belts and child restraints ...............0 - 2 Exterior front ......................................0 - 3 Exterior rear .......................................0 - 4 Passenger compartment .................
1. 3rd row bench seat belts (P . 1-16) 2. 2nd row seat belts (P . 1-16) 3. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bags (P . 1-48) 4. Front seat belts (P . 1-16) 5. Supplemental front-impact air bags (P .1-48) 6. Seats (P . 1-2) 7.
1. Engine hood (P . 3-20) 2. Windshield wiper and washer switch (P . 2-30) 3. Windshield (P . 8-19) 4. P ower windows (P . 2-53) 5. Door locks, keyfob, keys (P . 3-4, 3-6, 3-2) 6. Mirrors (P . 3-29) 7. Tire pressure (P . 9-12) 8. Flat tire (P . 6-2) 9.
1. Roof rack (P . 2-52) 2. V ehicle loading (P . 9-13) 3. Glass hatch (P . 3-25) 4. Rear window washer (P .2-31) 5. Glass hatch release (P .3-25) 6. Lift gate release (P . 3-23) 7. Rearview monitor (if so equipped) (P .4-34) 8. Replacing bulbs (P . 8-31) 9.
1. Rear ventilators (P . 4-37) 2. Storage (P . 2-42) 3. DVD entertainment system (if so equipped) (P . 4-78) 4. Sunroof (if so equipped) (P . 2-56) 5. Map lights (P . 2-59) 6. Sun visors (P . 3-28) 7. HomeLink T (P . 2-60) 8. Glove box (P . 2-42) 9. Seats (P .
1. V ents (P . 4-37) 2. Headlight/fog light (if so equipped)/turn signal switch (P . 2-32) 3. Instrument brightness control (P . 2-35) 4. Steering wheel switch for audio control/hands-free bluetooth T phone (P . 4-75) 5. Driver supplemental air bag/horn (P .
16. Climate controls (P . 4-38) 17. P ower outlet/cigarette lighter (accessory) (P . 2-40/P . 2-41) 18. Heated seat switch (if so equipped) (P . 2-37) 19. V ehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch (P . 2-38) 20. T ow mode switch (P . 2-40) 21. Shift selector lever (P .
1. Battery (P . 8-13) 2. Fuse/fusible link box (P . 8-22) 3. T ransmission dipstick (P . 8-11) 4. Engine oil filler cap (P . 8-8) 5. Brake fluid reservoir (P . 8-12) 6. Windshield washer fluid reservoir (P . 8-12) 7. Air cleaner (P . 8-17) 8. Drive belt location (P .
W arning light Name Page or Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warn- ing light 2-14 Automatic transmis- sion check warning light 2-14 Automatic transmis- sion park warning light ( model) 2-14 or Brake war.
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1 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system Seats ............................................1 - 2 Front manual seat adjustment — passenger’s side ...............................1 - 2 Front power seat adjustment (for driver’s seat and if so equipped for passenger’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.
FRONT POWER SEAT ADJUSTMENT (for driver’s seat and if so equipped for passenger’s seat) Operating tips ● The power seat motor has an auto-reset overload protection circuit. If the motor stops during operation, wait 30 seconds, then reactivate the switch.
Seat lifter (driver’s seat) Push the front or rear end of the switch up or down to adjust the angle and height of the seat cushion. Lumbar support (driver’s seat) The lumbar support feature provides lower back support to the driver. Move the lever up or down to adjust the seat lumbar area.
Tip up for easy entry to the 3rd row The 2nd row captain’s chairs can be tipped for- ward for easy entry or exit from the 3rd row bench seat. T o enter the 3rd row s 1 raise the armrest so it is par.
WARNING ● After adjustment, gently rock in the seat to make sure it is securely locked. ● 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.
HEAD RESTRAINT ADJUSTMENT T o raise the head restraint, pull it up. T o lower, push and hold the lock knob and push the head restraint down. The head restraints on the 2nd and 3rd row seats are removable. The front seat head restraints are not removable.
FRONT-SEAT ACTIVE HEAD RESTRAINTS WARNING ● Always adjust the head restraints prop- erly as specified in this section. Failure to do so can reduce the effectiveness of the Active Head Restraint. ● Active Head Restraints are designed to supplement other safety systems.
FLEXIBLE SEATING 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 riding in these areas without proper restraints are more likely to be seriously injured or killed.
s 2 Once the seatback is released it will enable you to fold the front passenger seatback flat over the seat cushion. 3. T o return the front passenger’s seat to a seating position lift up on the seatback and push it up to an upright position. Then pull up on the recline lever and lean the seatback to a proper seating position.
s 3 Then lift up on the recline lever to fold the seatback flat forward. s 4 There is a carpet panel flap that can be folded toward the back of the vehicle. s 5 The carpet panel flaps provide a level cargo floor when the 3rd row seats are also folded flat.
Folding the 2nd row bench seat (if so equipped) T o fold the 2nd row bench seat flat for maximum cargo hauling: s 1 Pull the strap forward, located in the center of each seat cushion, and fold each seat cushion toward the front of the vehicle.
s 4 The carpet panel flap provides a level cargo floor when the 3rd row seats are also folded flat. 5. T o return the outboard 2nd row bench seats to a seating position reverse the process for the outboard seats.
THIRD ROW POWER FOLDING SEATS (if so equipped) The third row power folding seat controls are located on the second row passenger (right- hand) side cupholder console s 1 and on the passenger (righthand) rear quarter trim panel area (behind third row seating) s 2 .
If the ignition is off, the power folding seats are always operational. If the ignition is on, the power folding seats are only operational when the transmission is in P (Park) or N (Neutral) . If the engine is started during operation, the seat(s) will temporarily pause.
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.
WARNING ● Always fasten the connector tongue and the seat belt in the order shown. ● Always make sure both the connector tongue and the seat belt tongue are secured when using the seat belt. Do not use it with only the seat belt tongue attached. This could result in serious personal injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop.
● If the rear center seat belt connector and the seatbacks are not secured in the correct position, serious personal injury may result in an accident or sud- den stop. Attaching the 3rd row center seat belt Always be sure the 3rd row center seat belt connector tongue and connector buckle are at- tached.
● When attaching the rear center seat belt connector, be certain that the seat- backs are completely secured in the latched position and the rear center seat belt connector is completely secured.
SEAT BELT EXTENDERS If, because of body size or driving position, it is not possible to properly fit the lap-shoulder belt and fasten it, an extender is available which is compatible with the installed seat belts. The ex- tender adds approximately 8 inches (200 mm) of length and may be used for either the driver or front passenger seating position.
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. ● Infants and small children should never be carried on your lap.
● When your child restraint is not in use, keep it secured with the LA T CH System or a seat belt to prevent it from being thrown around in case of a sudden stop or accident. CAUTION Remember that a child restraint left in a closed vehicle can become very hot.
● 2nd row bench seat outboard positions only (if so equipped) . LA T CH lower anchor point locations The LA T CH anchors are located at the rear of the seat cushion near the seatback. A label is at- tached to the seatback to help you locate the LA T CH anchors.
● Child restraint anchor points are de- signed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child re- straints. Under no circumstance are they to be used for adult seat belts or harnesses.
T OP TETHER STRAP CHILD RESTRAINT If the manufacturer of your child restraint requires the use of a top tether strap, it must be secured to the anchor point. WARNING ● Child restraint anchor points are de- signed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child re- straints.
2nd row captain’s chairs or bench seat (if so equipped) 1. T op tether strap 2. Anchor point For the 2nd row captain’s chairs or bench seat (if so equipped) , install the top tether strap as fol- lows: 1. Raise the head restraint. 2. P osition the top tether strap over the top of the seatback and under the head restraint.
The center position of the 3rd row bench seat is the seating position that can use a top tether strap. For the 3rd row bench seat, install the top tether strap as follows: 1. P osition the top tether strap over the top of the center seating position seatback.
3. Secure the child restraint anchor attach- ments to the LA T CH lower anchors. 4. Return the seatback to its normal upright and locked position. The back of the child restraint should be secured against the vehicle seatback. If necessary , adjust or remove the head restraint to obtain the correct child restraint fit.
7. Before placing the child in the child restraint, hold the child restraint near the LA T CH at- tachment and 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 in (25 mm) .
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 hand to compress the vehicle seat cushion and seatback while tightening the webbing of the anchor attachments.
CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLATION USING THE SEAT BELTS WARNING ● Even with the NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System, never install a rear-facing child restraint in the front passenger seat.
Front-facing Follow these steps to install a front-facing child restraint using the vehicle seat belt in the rear seats or in the front passenger seat: 1. If you must install a child restraint in the front seat, it should be placed in a front-facing direction only.
4. Pull the shoulder belt until the belt is fully extended. At this time, the seat belt retractor is in the Automatic Locking Retractor mode (child restraint mode) . It reverts to emer- gency locking retractor mode when the seat belt is fully retracted.
7. 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 “T op tether strap child restraint” in this section. Do not install child restraints that require the use of a top tether strap to seating positions that do not have a top tether anchor.
Rear-facing Follow these steps to install a rear-facing child restraint using the vehicle seat belt in the rear seats: 1. Child restraints for infants must be used in the rear-facing direction and therefore must not be used in the front seat. P osition the child restraint on the seat.
4. Allow the seat belt to retract. Pull up on the shoulder belt to remove any slack in the belt. 5. Remove any additional slack from the child restraint; press downward and rearward firmly in the center of the child restraint to compress the vehicle seat cushion and seat- back while pulling up on the seat belt.
7. Check that the retractor is in the Automatic Locking Retractor 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 Auto- matic Locking Retractor mode 8.
● Do not use towels, books, pillows or other items in place of a booster seat. Items such as these may move during normal driving or a collision and result in serious injury or death.
● Make sure the child’s head will be properly supported by the booster seat or vehicle seat. The seat back must be at or above the center of the child’s ears. For example, if a low back booster seat s 1 is chosen, the vehicle seat back must be at or above the center of the child’s ears.
1. If you must install a booster seat in the front seat, move the seat to the rear- most position. 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.
4. P osition the lap portion of the seat belt low and snug on the child’s hips. Be sure to follow the booster seat manufacturer’s in- structions for adjusting the belt routing. 5. Pull the shoulder belt portion of the seat belt toward the retractor to take up extra slack.
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 A.
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.
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, front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental airbags and roof- mounted curtain side-impact and roll- over supplemental airbags inflate if they are not properly restrained.
WARNING ● 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.
● The front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bags and roof- mounted curtain side-impact and roll- over supplemental air bags ordinarily will not inflate in the event of a frontal impact, rear impact, or lower severity side collision. Always wear your seat belts to help reduce the risk or severity of injury in various kinds of accidents.
WARNING ● The seat belts, the front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bags and roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bags are most effective when you are sitting well back and upright in the seat.
1. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bag modules 2. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bags 3. Air bag Control Unit (ACU) 4. Supplemental front air bag modules 5. Crash zone sensor 6. Occupant classification system control unit 7.
The driver supplemental front air bag is located in the center of the steering wheel. The passenger supplemental front air bag is mounted in the dashboard above the glove box.
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.
Front passenger seat adult occupants who are properly seated and using the seat belt as out- lined in this manual should not cause the passen- ger air bag to be automatically turned OFF .
Other supplemental front air bag precau- tions WARNING ● Do not place any objects on the steer- ing wheel pad or on the instrument panel. Also, do not place any objects between any occupant and the steering wheel or instrument panel. Such ob- jects may become dangerous projec- tiles and cause injury if the supplemen- tal front air bag inflates.
Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bags (if so equipped) and roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bags The front seat-mounted side-impact supplemen- tal air bags are located in the outside of the seatback of the front seats.
occupant is too close to, or is against, these air bag modules during inflation. The front seat- mounted side-impact supplemental air bag will deflate quickly after the collision is over. The roof-mounted curtain side-impact and roll- over supplemental air bag will remain inflated for a short time.
* The SRS wiring harness or connectors are yellow or orange for easy identification. When selling your vehicle, we request that you inform the buyer about the front seat-mounted side-impact supplement.
1. SRS Air bag warning labels The warning labels are located on the sur- face of the sun visor. 2. Front seat-mounted side-impact supple- mental air bags warning label (if so equipped) The warning label is located on the side of the passenger’s side center pillar.
When the ignition key 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 you need to dispose of the supple- mental air bag, seat belts with preten- sioners or scrap the vehicle, contact a NISSAN dealer. Correct supplemental air bag and seat belts with pretension- ers disposal procedures are set forth in the appropriate NISSAN Service Manual.
2 Instruments and controls Instrument panel ...................................2 - 2 Meters and gauges ................................2 - 4 Speedometer and odometer .....................2 - 5 T achometer ....................................2 - 6 Engine coolant temperature gauge .
Glove box .................................... 2-44 Sunglasses holder ............................. 2-44 Map pockets .................................. 2-45 Seatback pocket .............................. 2-45 Overhead console .........................
1. V ents (P . 4-37) 2. Headlight/fog light (if so equipped)/turn signal switch (P . 2-32) 3. Instrument brightness control (P . 2-35) 4. Steering wheel switch for audio control/hands-free bluetooth T phone (P . 4-75) 5. Driver supplemental air bag/horn (P .
16. Climate controls (P . 4-38) 17. P ower outlet/cigarette lighter (accessory) (P . 2-40/P . 2-41) 18. Heated seat switch (if so equipped) (P . 2-37) 19. V ehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch (P . 2-38) 20. T ow mode switch (P . 2-40) 21. Shift selector lever (P .
1. W arning/indicator lights 2. T achometer 3. Engine coolant temperature gauge 4. V oltmeter 5. Fuel gauge 6. Speedometer 7. Automatic transmission fluid tempera- ture gauge (if so equipped) 8. Odometer/T win trip odometer/V ehicle Information Display 9.
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) . Odometer/T win trip odometer The odometer/twin trip odometer is displayed when the ignition switch is in the ON position.
T ACHOMETER The tachometer indicates engine speed in revo- lutions per minute (rpm) . Do not rev the engine into the red zone s 1 . CAUTION When engine speed approaches the red zone, shift to a higher gear or reduce en- gine speed. Operating the engine in the red zone may cause serious engine damage.
FUEL GAUGE The gauge indicates the approximate fuel level in the tank. The gauge may move slightly during braking, turning, acceleration, or going up or down hills. The gauge needle returns to E (Empty) after the ignition key is turned to OFF . The low fuel warning light comes on when the amount of fuel in the tank is getting low .
● If the gauge needle does not move with the proper amount of engine oil, have the vehicle checked by a NISSAN dealer. Continued vehicle operation in such a condition could cause serious damage to the engine. V OLTMETER When the ignition key is turned to the ON posi- tion, the voltmeter indicates the battery voltage.
CAUTION ● This gauge is not designed to indicate low automatic transmission fluid level. Use the dipstick to check the fluid level. (See “5-speed automatic transmission fluid” in the “Maintenance and do-it- yourself” section.
● 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 -40°F (-40°C) and -60°F (-51°C) , the dis- play will read -40°F (-40°C) .
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.
2. Calibrate the compass by driving the vehicle one and a half circles at a maximum speed of 6 MPH (10 km/h) . 3. After completing the circles, the display should return to normal. ● If the compass deviates from the correct indication soon after repeated adjustment, have the compass checked at an authorized NISSAN dealer.
or Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light 4WD warning light ( model) High beam indicator light (Blue) Automatic transmission check warning light Low fuel warning light Malfunction indicator ligh.
or Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light illuminates and then turns off.
2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the warning system checked by a NISSAN dealer. WARNING ● Y our brake system may not be working properly if the warning light is on. Driv- ing could be dangerous. If you judge it to be safe, drive carefully to the nearest service station for repairs.
● If the gauge indicates engine coolant temperature over the normal range, stop the vehicle as soon as safely pos- sible. If the engine is overheated, con- tinued operation of the vehicle may se- riously damage the engine. See “If your vehicle overheats” in the “In case of emergency” section for immediate ac- tion required.
TPMS and turn off the low tire pressure warning light. Use a tire pressure gauge to check the tire pressure. For additional information, see “Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)” in the “Starting and driving” section and in the “In case of emergency” section.
The seat belt warning light may also illuminate if the front passenger’s seat belt is not fastened when the front passenger’s seat is occupied . For 7 seconds after the ignition switch is in the ON position, the system does not activate the warn- ing light for the front passenger.
and that the vehicle has at least 3 gallons (11.4 liters) of fuel in the fuel tank. After a few driving trips, the light should turn off if no other potential emission control system malfunction exists.
V ehicle dynamic control off indicator light This indicator light comes on when the vehicle dynamic control off switch is pushed to OFF , the transfer case is in the 4L O position ( model) , or when the vehicle dynamic control sys- tem is not functioning properly .
HOW TO USE THE V EHICLE INFORMATION DISPLAY Press the vehicle information display INFO but- ton s 1 located on the instrument panel to toggle through the following modes (if so equipped) . MPG → MPG/MPH → Time/Miles → Range → Setting → W arning Rotate the INFO button s 2 to highlight the de- sired menu option within the selected mode.
Average speed mode (If so equipped) The average speed mode can be selected dis- play the average miles per gallon and miles per hour since the last reset. Time/Miles (km) mode (if so equipped) The time/miles (km) mode can be selected to show the time and distance driven since the last reset.
Setting mode (If so equipped) The setting mode allows you to set reminders or preferences for maintenance intervals or lan- guage displays. In the setting mode screen rotate the INFO but- ton to move to: ● Maintenance ● Display and press the INFO button to select the menu.
Display mode (If so equipped) The LANGUAGE/UNIT screen will appear when selecting the “Language/Unit” key and pressing the INFO button. Language: English or French Unit: US — mile, °F , MPG Metric — km, °C, L/100 km Y ou can select the language and unit by rotating, then pressing the INFO button.
V ehicle information display warnings and indicators 1. Door and liftgate open warning 2. Lock warning 3. Low fuel warning 4. Low windshield washer fluid warning 5. No key warning 6. Parking brake warning 7. Shift P warning 8. Cruise main switch indicator 9.
Door and liftgate open warning This warning illuminates when a door, the liftgate or the liftgate glass has been opened when the engine is running. Lock warning This warning illuminates and a chime sounds if the ignition switch has been in the ACC or ON position and then placed is the OFF position.
Intelligent Key battery discharge indicator This indicator illuminates when the Intelligent K ey battery is running out of power. If this indicator illuminates, replace the battery with a new one. See “Intelligent K ey battery” in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section.
brief period. Never leave your keys in the ignition, and always lock the vehicle when unattended. Be aware of your surroundings, and park in secure, well-lit areas whenever possible.
The alarm is activated by: ● opening a door without using the key , a request switch, keyfob or Intelligent K ey (even if the door is unlocked by using the inside lock knob or the power door lock switch) .
SWITCH OPERATION The windshield wiper and washer operates when the ignition switch is in the ON position. Push the lever down to operate the wiper at the following speed: s 1 Intermittent (INT) — intermittent operation can be adjusted by turning the knob toward s A (Slower) or s B (Faster) .
The rear window wiper and washer operate when the ignition switch is in the ON position. T urn the switch clockwise from the OFF position to operate the wiper. s 1 Intermittent (INT) – intermittent operation (not adjustable) s 2 ON – continuous low speed operation Push the switch forward s 3 to operate the washer.
HEADLIGHT CONTROL SWITCH Lighting s 1 When turning the switch to the posi- tion, the front parking, tail, license plate and instrument panel lights come on. s 2 When turning the switch to the posi- tion, the headlights come on and all the other lights remain on.
Autolight system 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.
Headlight beam select s 1 T o select the high beam function, push the lever forward. The high beam lights come on and the light illuminates. s 2 Pull the lever back to select the low beam. s 3 Pulling and releasing the lever flashes the headlight high beams on and off.
INSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESS CONTROL The instrument brightness control operates when the headlight control switch is in the , or AUT O position (with auto- lights activated) . T urn the control to adjust the brightness of instru- ment panel lights when driving at night.
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) . 1. Start the engine. 2. Push the (low) or (high) posi- tion of the switch, as desired, depending on the temperature. The indicator light in the switch will illuminate. The heater is controlled by a thermostat, automatically turning the heater on and off.
Push the switch again to turn the heated steering wheel off manually . The indicator light will go off. NO TE: The heated steering wheel switch is equipped with a 30 minute timer. After the switch has been activate for 30 minutes, the system will automatically turn off.
the indicator light on the switch will illuminate. Push the switch again to enable the system. The indicator light will go off. The system will automatically reset the next time the ignition switch is turned on. See “Rear sonar system” in the “Starting and driving” section.
T ow mode should be used when pulling a heavy trailer or hauling a heavy load. Using tow mode at other times may cause unnecessary transmission shifting and reduced fuel economy . Press the tow mode switch to activate tow mode. The indicator light on the tow mode switch illumi- nates when tow mode is selected.
● Use power outlets with the engine run- ning to avoid discharging the vehicle battery. ● Avoid using power outlets when the air conditioner, headlights or rear window defroster is on. ● Before inserting or disconnecting a plug, be sure the electrical accessory being used is turned OFF .
● Do not use with accessories that ex - ceed a 12 volt, 120W (10A) power draw. Do not use double adapters or more than one electrical accessory. ● Use power outlets with the engine run- ning to avoid discharging the vehicle battery. ● Avoid using power outlets when the air conditioner, headlights or rear window defroster is on.
Console box storage trays Console box storage Pull up on the lever s 1 to open the console box lid s 2 . Console box lock Use the master key to lock s 1 or unlock s 2 the console box.
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. WARNING Keep glove box lid closed while driving to help prevent injury in an accident or a sudden stop. SUNGLASSES HOLDER T o open the sunglasses holder, push and release.
MAP POCKETS SEATBACK POCKET The seatback pocket is located on the back of the driver seat. The pocket can be used to store maps. OVERHEAD CONSOLE LIC1195 LIC0575 Small bin LIC0568 Instruments and cont.
Storage bins WARNING Keep storage bins closed while driving to help prevent injury in an accident or a sudden stop. Push the button to open a storage bin. Push the lid up to close. CUP HOLDERS T o open the front cup holders, push the cup holder lid. T o close, lower the lid.
P osition the arm on the adjustable cup holder so that the cup is held securely . T o open the 2nd row cup holders (rear of the front console) , lower the lid.
CAUTION ● Do not use bottle holder for any other objects that could be thrown about in the vehicle and possibly injure people during sudden braking or an accident.
2ND ROW CENTER CONSOLE (if so equipped) Pull up on the lever to open the console box lid. Removing the 2nd row center console box T o remove the 2nd row center console box: s 1 Lift out the cup holder tray . s 2 Pull up on the handle to tilt the console box up.
CARGO AREA STORAGE BIN T o open the cargo area storage bin, pull down on the tab and pull the lid off. T o access the floor storage area, push down s 1 to raise the handle, then pull up on the handle s 2 to lift the luggage board. LUGGAGE HOOKS The luggage hooks can be used to secure cargo with ropes or other types of straps.
Side finisher When hooking on ropes, do not apply a load of more than 55 lb (245 N) to a single s A hook or 44 lb (196 N) to a single s B hook. Floor hooks Do not apply a load of more than 110 lb (490 N) to a single hook.
ROOF RACK 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 maneuvers.
Always distribute the luggage evenly on the roof rack. Do not load more than 200 lbs (91 kg) on entire roof rack. Be sure load is evenly distributed across both crossbars. Be careful that your ve- hicle does not exceed the Gross V ehicle W eight Rating (GVWR) or its Gross Axle W eight Rating (GA WR front and rear) .
1. Window lock button 2. P ower door lock switch 3. Front passenger side automatic switch 4. Right rear passenger window switch 5. Left rear passenger window switch 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 the front and rear passenger 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.
The power vent windows operate when the igni- tion key is in the ON position, or for about 45 seconds after the ignition key is turned to the OFF position. If the driver’s or passenger’s door is opened during this 45 second period, power to the vent windows is cancelled.
T o open or close the sunroof part way, push the switch in any direction s 5 while the roof is sliding open or closed to stop it in the desired position. Tilting the sunroof T o tilt the sunroof up, push the tilt switch toward the up position s 1 . When the sunroof is open, it will automatically close and then tilt up.
The interior light has a three-position switch and operates regardless of ignition switch position. When the switch is in the ON position s 1 , the interior lights illuminate, regardless of door posi- tion. The lights will go off after about 30 minutes unless the ignition key is in the ACC or ON position.
CONSOLE LIGHT The console light s 1 will turn on whenever the parking lights or headlights are illuminated. The console light brightness can be adjusted with the illumination brightness control. The personal lights on the overhead console can be swiveled 360 degrees.
The cargo light on the overhead trim has a three- position switch. T o operate, push the switch to the desired position. ON: The light is illuminated. Normal (center) position: The light illuminates when the lift gate or glass hatch is opened. The light turns off when the lift gate or glass hatch is closed.
PROGRAMMING HOMELINK T 1. T o begin, press and hold the two outer HomeLink T buttons (to clear the memory) until the indicator light s 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 T surface.
NO TE: Once you have pressed and released the program button on the garage door open- er’s motor and the “training light” is lit, you have 30 seconds in which to perform step 7. Use the help of a second person for conve- nience to assist when performing this step.
CLEARING THE PROGRAMMED INFORMATION Individual buttons cannot be cleared. However, to clear all programming, press and hold the two outside buttons and release when the indicator light begins to flash (approximately 20 seconds) .
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3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments K e y s .............................................3 - 2 Intelligent keys (if so equipped) ..................3 - 2 NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system keys ..........3 - 3 Doors ....................................
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 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.
istration process requires erasing all memory in the Intelligent K ey components when registering new keys, be sure to take all Intelligent K eys that you have to the NISSAN dealer. CAUTION ● Do not allow the Intelligent Key, which contains electrical components, to come into contact with water or salt water.
The master key can be used for all the locks. The valet key cannot be used for the console box lock. T o protect belongings when you leave a key with someone, give them the valet key only .
Opening and closing windows The driver’s door key operation allows you to open and close windows equipped with auto- matic operation at the same time. ● T o open the windows, turn the driver’s door key toward the rear of the vehicle for longer than 1 second after the door is unlocked.
Lockout protection When the power door lock switch (driver’s or front passenger’s side) is moved to the lock position with the key in the ignition and any door open, all doors will lock and then unlock auto- matically . This helps to prevent the keys from being accidently locked inside the vehicle.
The panic alarm will not activate when the key is in the ignition switch. CAUTION Listed below are conditions or occur- rences which will damage the keyfob: ● Do not allow the keyfob to become wet. ● Do not drop the keyfob. ● Do not strike the keyfob sharply against another object.
Unlocking doors Push the button on the keyfob once. ● Only the driver’s door unlocks. ● The hazard warning lights flash once if all doors are completely closed with the ignition key in any position except the ON position.
Operating the power lift gate (if so equipped) Push and hold the button on the keyfob for about 0.5 second to open or close the lift gate. The hazard warning lights flash and a chime sounds to indicate the power open or power close se- quence has started.
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 seconds once more. The hazard warning lights will flash once and the horn will sound once to confirm that the horn beep feature has been reactivated.
Since the Intelligent K ey is continuously receiving radio waves, if the key is left near equipment which transmits strong radio waves, such as sig- nals from a TV and personal computer, the bat- tery life may become shorter.
OPERATING RANGE The Intelligent K ey functions can only be used when the Intelligent K ey is within the specified operating range from the request switch s 1 .
● Do not pull the door handle before pushing the door handle request switch. The door will be unlocked but will not open. Release the door handle once and pull it again to open the door. INTELLIGENT K EY OPERATION Y ou can lock or unlock the doors without taking the key out of your pocket or bag.
NO TE: ● Doors lock with the door handle request switch while the ignition switch is not in the L OCK position. ● Doors do not lock by pushing the door handle request switch while any door is open. However, doors lock with the me- chanical key even if any door is open.
Unlocking doors 1. Carry the Intelligent K ey. 2. Push the door handle request switch. 3. The hazard warning lights flash once and the outside buzzer sounds once. 4. Push the door handle request switch again within 30 seconds to unlock all doors. For power liftgate opening: 1.
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY FUNCTION The remote keyless entry function can operate all door locks using the remote keyless function of the Intelligent K ey. The remote keyless function can operate at a distance of 33 ft (10 m) away from the vehicle.
Unlocking doors 1. Push the button on the Intelligent K ey . 2. The hazard warning lights flash once. 3. Push the button again within 5 sec- onds to unlock all doors. All doors will be locked automatically unless one of the following operations is performed within 1 minute after pushing the button.
Using the panic alarm If you are near your vehicle and feel threatened, you may activate the panic alarm to call attention by pushing and holding the button on the Intelligent K ey for longer than 0.5 second. The panic alarm and headlights will stay on for 25 seconds.
Symptom Possible Cause Remedy When pushing the ignition switch to stop the engine The SHIFT P warning appears on the dis- play and the inside warning chime sounds continuously. The selector lever is not in the P (Park) position. Shift the selector lever to the P (Park) position.
s 1 Pull the hood lock release handle located below the driver side instrument panel. The hood will spring up slightly . s 2 Push the lever at the front of the hood to the side as illustrated with your fingertips and raise the hood. When closing the hood, lower it slowly and make sure it locks into place.
OPERATING THE MANUAL LIFT GATE The power door lock system allows you to lock or unlock all doors including the lift gate simulta- neously . T o open the lift gate, pull up on the handle.
● The keyfob button must be held for 0.5 sec- ond before the lift gate opens. ● The lift gate must be unlocked to open it with the outside opener handle. ● The switch on the rear pillar cannot be used to open the lift gate. A warning chime will sound if the shift selector lever is moved out of P (Park) during a power open operation.
Safe Mode: If the lift gate gas stays s 1 lose pressure, the power lift gate safe mode is activated. When the safe mode is activated, the lift gate slowly closes. A continuous warning chime sounds until the lift gate is in the fully down position. Then the lift gate will be pulled to the closed and latched position by a motor.
● Do not drive with the lift gate 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.
T o open, pull up on the smaller outside handle to release the glass hatch, then pull up on the glass hatch. T o close, lower and push the glass hatch down securely . NO TE: The lift gate must be unlocked in order to open the glass hatch. WARNING Do not drive with the glass hatch open.
WARNING ● Gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive under certain condi- tions. Y ou could be burned or seriously injured if it is misused or mishandled. Always stop the engine and do not smoke or allow open flames or sparks near the vehicle when refueling.
TILT OPERATION WARNING Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. Y ou could lose control of your vehicle and cause an accident. Pull the lock lever forward and hold it to adjust the steering wheel up or down to the desired posi- tion. Release the lock lever to lock the steering wheel in place.
s 1 T o block glare from the front, swing down the main sun visor. s 2 T o block glare from the side, remove the main sun visor from the center mount and swing the visor to the side. s 3 T o block glare from the side and front, swing down the sub-sun visor.
AUTOMATIC ANTI-GLARE REARVIEW MIRROR The inside mirror is designed so that it automati- cally dims according to the intensity of the head- lights of the vehicle following you. The automatic anti-glare feature operates only when the ignition switch is in the ON position.
WARNING ● Objects viewed in the outside mirror on the passenger side are closer than they appear. Be careful when moving to the right. Using only this mirror could cause an accident. Use the inside mirror or glance over your shoulder to properly judge distances to other objects.
Automatic anti-glare outside mirrors (if so equipped) The outside mirrors will automatically dim during nighttime conditions to reduce the glare from the headlights of trailing vehicles. The automatic anti- glare feature operates only when the ignition switch is in the ON position.
3. Adjust the driver’s seat, accelerator and brake pedals, and outside mirrors to the desired positions by manually operating each adjusting switch. For additional infor- mation, see “Seats” in .
ENTRY/EXIT FUNCTION This system is designed so that the driver’s seat will automatically move when the automatic transmission selector lever is in the P (Park) position. This allows the driver to get into and out of the driver’s seat more easily .
4 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems Control panel buttons — color screen without Navigation System .................................4 - 2 How to use the NISSAN controller ...............4 - 3 How to select menus on the screen .
Rear audio controls ............................ 4-77 Antenna ...................................... 4-77 NISSAN mobile entertainment system (MES) (if so equipped) .................................. 4-78 Digital video disc (DVD) player controls ......
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.
When you use this system, make sure the engine is running. If you use the system with the engine not running (ignition ON or ACC) for a long time, it will use up all the battery power, and the engine will not start. Reference symbols: ENTER button — This is a button on the control panel.
HOW TO SELECT MENUS ON THE SCREEN V ehicle functions are viewed on the center dis- play screen in menus. Whenever a menu selec- tion is made or menu item is highlighted, different areas on the screen provide you with important information. See the following for details.
Fuel economy Press the INFO button then select the “Fuel Economy” key using the NISSAN controller and press the ENTER button to display Average Fuel Economy , Distance to Empty and Fuel Economy Record.
Tire pressure information T o display tire pressure information, press the INFO button, then select the “Tire Pressure” key using the NISSAN controller and press the EN- TER button. Pressure indication in ** psi on the screen indi- cates that the pressure is being measured.
Resetting the drive computer Each item in the drive computer can be reset to 0. Select the “Reset” key on the item that needs to be reset using the NISSAN controller and press the ENTER button. T o reset all of the items in the drive computer select the “Reset ALL ” key and press the ENTER button.
Resetting the maintenance interval T o reset the reminder schedule (distance) to 0 miles (km) , select the “Reset Distance” key using the NISSAN controller and press the ENTER button.
HOW TO USE THE SETTING BUTTON When the SETTING button is pressed, the SET - TINGS screen will appear on the display . Y ou can select and/or adjust several functions, features and modes that are available for your vehicle. Use the NISSAN controller to select each item to be set and press the ENTER button.
Brightness/contrast : Select the “Brightness” key or the “Contrast” key to adjust the brightness or contrast of the map background. Use the NISSAN controller to adjust the brightness to darker or brighter and the con- trast to lower or higher.
Beeps settings Select the “Beeps” key and press the ENTER button. The Beeps settings screen will appear. With this option on (indicator light illuminated) , a beep will sound if any control panel button is pressed.
Time Zone: Select the “Time Zone” key; the Time Zone screen will appear. Select one of the following zones, depending on the current location, by selecting the correct time zone key and pressing the ENTER button to enable that time zone (indicator light will illumi- nate for that location) .
● OK: Select to accept the changes made and return to the clock setting display . After selection/settings, press the BACK button or any other mode button to accept the changes. Comfort & Convenience settings (if so equipped) Select the “Comfort & Conv .
Auto interior illumination: Select to turn on or turn off the illumination of the interior lights when any door is unlocked. Auto headlights sensitivity: Select to adjust the sensitivity of the automatic headlights higher (right) or lower (left) .
Select to turn off all sounds made when a door handle request switch is pushed, by selecting the “OFF” key . Slide driver seat back on exit : Select to turn on or turn off the driver’s seat moving backwards for easy exit when the ignition switch is in the OFF position and the driver’s door is opened.
Select Units: Select the “US” (Mile, °F, MPG) key or the “Met- ric” (km, °C, L/100 km) key to change the units shown on the display . Audio settings For audio settings, refer to “ Audio System” later in this section. OFF BUTTON T o change the display brightness, press the OFF button.
1. ST A TUS button (P . 4-21) 2. DEST button* 3. NISSAN Controller (P . 4-18) 4. PHONE button** 5. OFF brightness control button (P . 4-34) 6. INFO button (P . 4-21) 7. SETTING button (P . 4-26) 8. VOICE button* 9. BACK (previous) button (P . 4-18) 10.
HOW TO USE THE NISSAN CONTROLLER Use the NISSAN controller to choose an item on the display screen. Select an item on the display using the main directional buttons s 2 (certain Navigation System functions use the additional directional buttons s 6 ) or the center dial s 3 .
T ouch screen operation With this system, the same operations as those for the NISSAN controller are possible using the touch screen operation. Selecting the item: T ouch an item to select. T o select the “ Audio” key, touch the “ Audio” key s 1 on the screen.
● Symbols: Shows symbols such as the question mark (?) . ● Delete: Deletes the last character that has been input with one touch. T ouch and hold the “Delete” key to delete all of the characters. ● OK: Completes the character input. T ouch screen maintenance If you clean the display screen, use a dry , soft cloth.
HOW TO USE THE ST A TUS BUTTON T o display the status of the audio, climate control system, fuel consumption and navigation system, press the ST A TUS button.
NO TE: ● If the amount of fuel added while the ignition switch is OFF is small, the dis- play just before the ignition switch is turned OFF may continue to be dis- played. ● When driving uphill or rounding curves, the fuel in the tank shifts, which may momentarily change the display.
Tire pressure rises and falls depending on the heat caused by the vehicle’s traveling condition and the temperature. In case of low tire pressure, a message is dis- played on the screen: L OW PRESSURE — Check All Tires.
Maintenance items Press the INFO button and select the “Mainte- nance” key using the NISSAN controller and press the ENTER button; the maintenance infor- mation will be displayed on the screen.
Displaying the maintenance notice re- minder Select the “Interval Reminder ON” key and press the ENTER button to display the MAINTENANCE INFORMA TION automatically at the set mainte- nance interval. The indicator light will illuminate when it is ON.
V oice recognition If you use the voice recognition system for the first time or you do not know how to operate it, you can display the voice command list or the user guide for confirmation. For more information, see “NISSAN voice recognition system” later in this section.
Display settings Select the “Display” key and press the ENTER button. The Display settings screen will appear. Brightness/contrast : Select the “Brightness” key or the “Contrast” key to adjust the brightness or contrast of the map background.
T o turn the screen on: ● Press the SETTING button and select the “Display” key and then select the “Display ON” key. Then set the screen to on by press- ing the ENTER button, or ● Hold th.
Time Zone: Select the “Time Zone” key; the Time Zone screen will appear. Select one of the following zones, depending on the current location, by selecting the correct time zone key and pressing the ENTER button to enable that time zone (indicator light will illumi- nate for that location) .
Indicator light is not illuminated — OFF Auto interior illumination: Select to turn on or turn off the illumination of the interior lights when any door is unlocked. Auto headlights sensitivity: Select to adjust the sensitivity of the automatic headlights higher (right) or lower (left) .
only the corresponding door is unlocked first. All the doors can be unlocked if the door unlock operation is performed again within 5 seconds. When this item is turned to off, all the doors will be unlocked after the door unlock operation is performed once.
V oice Recognition: Use the NISSAN controller to select the “V oice Recognition” key and press the ENTER button; the following options will be displayed: ● Command List Displays the voice command list on the screen.
Select Language: Select the “English” key or the “Français” key to change the language shown on the display . Select Units: Select the “US” (Mile, °F, MPG) key or the “Met- ric” (km, °C, L/100 km) key to change the units shown on the display .
Beep setting With this option on (indicator light illuminated) , a beep will sound if any control panel button is pressed. Phone settings For phone settings refer to “Bluetooth T Hands- Free Phone System With Navigation System” later in this section.
● When washing the vehicle with high- pressure water, be sure not to spray it around the camera. Otherwise, water may enter the camera unit causing wa- ter condensation on the lens, a mal- function, fire or an electric shock. ● Do not strike the camera.
OPERATING TIPS ● When the selector lever is shifted to R (Re- verse) , the monitor screen automatically changes to the rearview monitor mode. However, the radio can be heard. ● It may take some time until the rearview monitor is displayed after the selector lever has been shifted to R (Reverse) .
Adjust air flow direction for the driver and pas- senger side s 1 , center s 2 , and rear passenger s 3 and s 4 vents by moving the vent slide and/or vent assemblies. For driver and passenger side s 1 , open or close vents by using the dial. Move the dial toward the to open the vents or toward the to close them.
1. Driver temperature control dial/AUT O button 2. A/C ON/OFF button 3. Fan speed control (increase) 4. Front window defroster button 5. MODE button 6. Passenger temperature control dial/ DUAL button 7. System OFF 8. Fan speed control (decrease) 9. Rear window defroster button 10.
● The temperature of the passenger compart- ment will be maintained automatically . Air flow distribution, fan speed and A/C on/off are also controlled automatically . ● A visible mist may be seen coming from the ventilators in hot, humid conditions as the air is cooled rapidly .
The sunload sensor s 1 , located on the top center of the instrument panel, helps the system main- tain a constant temperature. Do not put anything on or around this sensor. Rear seat temperature and fan speed can be controlled from both the front seat overhead con- sole controls s A or the rear seat overhead con- sole controls s B .
CONTROLS Fan control dial The fan control dial turns the rear vent fan on and off, and controls fan speed. Airflow mode buttons The airflow mode buttons select where the air flow is directed from. T emperature control dial The temperature control dial allows rear passen- gers to adjust the temperature of the outlet air.
Reception conditions will constantly change be- cause of vehicle movement. Buildings, terrain, signal distance and interference from other ve- hicles can work against ideal reception. De- scribed below are some of the factors that can affect your radio reception.
AUDIO OPERATION PRECAUTIONS 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.
CHECK DISC: ● Confirm that the CD is inserted cor- rectly (the label side is facing up, etc .) . ● Confirm that the CD is not bent or warped and it is free of scratches. PRESS EJECT: This is an error due to excessive tem- perature inside the player.
CompactFlash™ is a trademark of the SanDisk T Corporation in the United States of America and/or other countries. Playback order: Music playback order of a CD/CF with MP3 or WMA files is as illustrated. ● The names of folders not containing MP3 or WMA files are not shown in the display .
Specification chart : Supported media CD, CD-R, CD-RW , CF Supported file systems ISO9660 LEVEL1, ISO9660 LEVEL2, Apple ISO, Romeo, Joliet * ISO9660 Level 3 (packet writing) is not supported. CompactFlash card: F A T12, FA T16, FA T32 Supported versions*1 MP3 V ersion MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG2.
T roubleshooting guide: Symptom Cause and Countermeasure Cannot play Check if the CD/CF was inserted correctly. Check if the CD/CF 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.
1. RADIO AM·FM button* 2. PRESET A·B·C button 3. RPT button 4. speaker control button 5. RDM button 6. P AUSE·MUTE button 7. REAR CTRL button 8. SCAN button 9. TRACK button 10. SEEK/CA T button 11. TUNE/FLDR and AUDIO control knob 12. CD load button 13.
*When the RADIO AM·FM button is pressed, the satellite radio mode will be skipped unless an optional satellite re- ceiver and antenna are installed and an XM T satellite radio service subscription is active. Satellite radio is not available in Alaska, Hawaii and Guam.
For information on how to use the NISSAN con- troller, see “How to use the NISSAN controller” earlier in this section. Precision phased audio (if so equipped) : T o turn on or off the precision phased audio, press the SETTING button.
CD/MP3 display mode While listening to a CD or an MP3/WMA CD certain text might be able to be displayed (when CD encoded with text is being used) . Depending on how the CD or MP3/WMA CD is encoded the.
The FM stereo indicator ST will illuminate during FM stereo reception. When the stereo broadcast signal is weak, the radio will automatically change from stereo to monaural reception. TUNE/FLDR (T uning) knob: T o manually tune the radio, turn the TUNE/FLDR knob to the right or left.
The slot numbers (1 – 6) will illuminate on the display when CDs are loaded into the changer. DISC·AUX button: When the DISC·AUX button is pressed with the system off and the compact disc loaded, the system will turn on and the compact disc will start to play .
MP3/WMA CD: ALL DISC MIX → 1 DISC MIX → 1 FOLDER MIX → ALL DISC MIX ALL DISC MIX: All discs loaded will be played in a mixed order. 1 DISC MIX: The tracks on the disc that is cur- rently playing will be played in a mixed order. 1 FOLDER MIX: The tracks in the folder that is currently being accessed will be played in a mixed order.
AUX jack (if so equipped) The AUX jack s 1 is located below the air condi- tioner controls. The AUX audio input jack accepts any standard analog audio input, such as from a portable cassette tape player, MP3 player or laptop computers. Press the DISC·AUX button to play a compatible device when it is plugged into the AUX jack.
1. PRESET A·B·C button 2. DISC/AUX button 3. speaker control button 4. REAR CTRL button 5. SCAN·RPT button 6. TRACK button 7. SEEK/CA T button 8. TUNE/FLDR and AUDIO control knob 9. CompactFlash insert slot 10. Station select (1 - 6) buttons 11. CD eject button 12.
*When the AM·FM/SA T button is pressed, the satellite radio mode will be skipped unless an optional satellite re- ceiver and antenna are installed and an XM T satellite radio service subscription is active. Satellite radio is not available in Alaska, Hawaii and Guam.
Precision phased audio (if so equipped) : T o turn on or off the precision phased audio, press the SETTING button. Then touch the “ Au- dio” key; the audio settings screen will be dis- played. T ouch the “Precision Phased Audio ON” key . If the amber indicator light is displayed, the precision phased audio is enabled.
CD/MP3 display mode While listening to a CD or an MP3/WMA CD certain text might be able to be displayed (when CD encoded with text is being used) . Depending on how the CD or MP3/WMA CD is encoded the following text might be able to be displayed by touching the “T ext” key: ● Folder displays the name of the current folder being accessed.
TUNE/FLDR (T uning) knob: T o manually tune the radio, turn the TUNE/FLDR knob to the right or left. SEEK/CA T and TRACK tuning buttons: Press the SEEK/CA T button or the TRACK button for less than 1.5 seconds to tune from high to low or low to high frequen- cies and stop at the next broadcasting station.
SEEK/CA T and TRACK buttons: When the SEEK/CA T button is pressed while a compact disc is playing, the track being played returns to its beginning. Press several times to skip back through tracks. The compact disc will go back the number of times the button is pressed.
When button is pressed while the com- pact disc is being played, the compact disc will eject and the system will turn off. AUX jack (if so equipped) The AUX jack s 1 is located below the air condi- tioner controls.
DISC/AUX button: When the DISC/AUX button is pressed with the system off and the CF card inserted, the system will turn on. If another audio source is playing and a CF card is inserted, press the DISC/AUX but- ton repeatedly until the center display changes to the CompactFlash™ mode.
SEEK/CA T and TRACK buttons: Press the SEEK/CA T button or the TRACK button while the CF card is being played, the next track or the beginning of the current track on the CF will be played. Press and hold the SEEK/CA T (rewind) button or the TRACK (fast forward) button for more than approximately 1.
● Compact Disc Digital Audio (CD-DA) speci- fication in CD-Extras. ● First session of multisession disc. Extreme temperature conditions [below 2 4°F ( 2 20°C) and above 158°F (70°C)] could affect the performance of the hard disk. NO TE: If the hard disk needs to be replaced due to a malfunction, all stored music data will be erased.
● The number of albums reaches the maximum of 500. ● The number of tracks reaches the maximum of 3,000. Automatic recording: If the “ Automatic Recording” function is turned to ON, recording starts when a CD is inserted. For more information, see “Music Box settings” later in this section.
SCAN·RPT button: Pressing the SCAN·RPT button while a track is playing, the play pattern can be changed as fol- lows: ALL Playlist RPT → 1 Playlist RPT → 1 TRK RPT → ALL Playlist RDM → 1 Playlist RDM → ALL Playlist RPT ALL Playlist RPT : the entire playlist will be re- peated.
● Play by Category Plays music from one of the following cat- egories: – My Favorites – Hit Songs – Kids’ Songs – Rarely Played ● Search Artists Displays a list of artists in alphabetical order. Selecting an artist displays all of the tracks by the artist and starts playing the first track.
● Music Box System Info. Displays the following information about the Music Box audio system: – Music Box Used / Free Space Information about Saved Album, Saved T rack and Remaining Time is displayed.
● Edit Info. Edit the name of the track being played and its artist using the keypad displayed on the screen. For information, see “How to use the touch screen” earlier in this section.
Music Box settings T o set up the Music Box hard-disk drive audio system to your preferred settings, touch the “Menu” key during playback, then touch the “Mu- sic Box System Info.
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CF cards: CAUTION Do not force the CompactFlash™ card into the CompactFlash™ player slot. Forcing the CF card could damage the pins inside the CF player slot, especially if the CF card is upside down or backwards. ● Never touch the terminal portion of the Com- pactFlash™ cards.
1. V olume control switch 2. Phone operation switch 3. POWER on and MODE select switch 4. T uning switch STEERING WHEEL SWITCH FOR AUDIO CONTROL The audio system can be operated using the controls on the steering wheel.
Change disc (CD) (if so equipped) : Push the tuning switch or for more than 1.5 seconds to change the playing disc up or down. 1. VOL (volume) control button 2. MODE select button 3. speaker control button 4. NEXT button 5. SEEK button 6. Headphone jacks 7.
REAR AUDIO CONTROLS Press the REAR CTRL button on the front radio control panel to turn the rear controls on. Press the button again to turn rear controls off. Press the button; the headphones symbol illuminates on the front display when the head- phones are on.
This vehicle is equipped with the mobile enter- tainment system, which enables you to play a Digital V ersatile Disc (DVD) , providing the im- ages and sounds both in the front and rear dis- play screens.
1. EJECT button 2. DVD slot 3. Auxiliary input jack DIGITAL VIDEO DISC (DVD) PLAYER CONTROLS 1. EJECT button: When the button is pressed with the DVD loaded, it will be ejected. The display will show the eject symbol in the upper left corner of the display for 4 seconds once the button is pressed.
1. POWER button 2. ST OP button 3. NEXT TRACK/CHAPTER and PREVI- OUS TRACK/CHAPTER button 4. TITLE button 5. ENTER button 6. DISPLA Y button 7. MODE button 8. SUBTITLE button 9. AUDIO button 10. ANGLE button 11. CLEAR button 12. P AUSE button 13. PLA Y button 14.
● The screen rotates down to view and up into the housing to store when not in use. Ensure that the screen is latched securely into the housing when stored. Headphones Power ON/OFF: Press the power button to turn the headphones on or off. V olume control: T urn the volume control knob to adjust the vol- ume.
BEFORE OPERATING THE DVD MOBILE ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM Precautions Start the engine when using the DVD entertain- ment system. WARNING The driver must not attempt to operate the DVD System or wear the headphones while the vehicle is in motion so that full attention may be given to vehicle operation.
Display settings Front display: T o adjust the front display mode, press the SET - TING button while the DVD is being played, select the “Display” key with the NISSAN control- ler, and then press the ENTER button.
Pressing the button on the front controls turns the rear speakers on or off and enables or disables the wireless headphones . It is possible to operate the DVD player by remote control. Headphones are a wireless type and no cables are necessary . Y ou can use them in almost all the ranges in the rear seat.
SKIP (rewind) key: T ouch the “ ” SKIP key to skip the chapter(s) of the disc backward. The chapters will go back the number of times the “ ” SKIP key is touched. T ouch and hold the “ ” SKIP key for more than 1.5 seconds to rewind the disc.
Switch to DVD-AUX: Switch the output source from the DVD drive to another device connected to the auxiliary input jacks located on the DVD player. For more information, see “DVD auxiliary input jacks” later in this section. Menu: Some menus specific to each DVD will be shown.
Skip” key is turned on. Note that some discs may not be played directly even if this item is turned on. DVD Language: T ouch the “DVD Language” key to open the num- ber entry screen. Input the number correspond- ing to the preferred language and touch the “OK” key .
● Display Mode: Choose from the Full, Wide, Normal or Cin- ema mode by selecting the “ ” key or the “ ” key using the NISSAN controller and press the ENTER button. When all the changes have been made, press the BACK button to save all the settings.
NEXT CHAPTER/ PREVIOUS CHAPTER: When the (NEXT CHAPTER) button is pressed while the DVD is being played, the pro- gram next to the present one will start to play from its beginning. Press several times to skip through programs. The DVD will advance the number of times the button is pressed.
AUDIO: Press the AUDIO button to call up audio menu. Repeatedly press the AUDIO button to cycle through each available audio track. ANGLE: Press the ANGLE button to call up camera angle menu. Repeatedly press the ANGLE button to cycle through each available angle.
HOW TO HANDLE THE DVD CAUTION ● Handle a DVD by its edges. Never touch the surface of the disc . ● 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 conventional record cleaner, benzine, thinner or alcohol in- tended for industrial use.
● DVDs with a region code other than “1” . The region code s A is displayed in a small symbol printed on the top of the DVD s B ● DVDs that are not round ● DVDs with a paper label ● DVDs t.
If the battery is removed for any reason other than replacement, close the lid se- curely. ● If you will not be using the remote control for long periods of time, remove the batteries. ● Replacement of the batteries is needed when the remote control only functions at extremely close distances to the DVD player or not at all.
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.
Y our NISSAN is equipped with the Bluetooth T Hands-Free Phone System. If you are an owner of a Bluetooth T enabled cellular phone, you can set up the wireless connection between your cellular phone and the in-vehicle phone module.
– 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.
● If a command is not recognized, the system announces, “Command not recognized. Please try again.” Repeat the command in a clear voice. ● If you want to go back to the previous com- mand, you can say “Go back” or “Correc- tion” any time the system is waiting for a response.
CONTROL BUTTONS The control buttons for the Bluetooth T Hands- Free Phone System are located on the steering wheel. PHONE/SEND Press the button to initiate a VR session or answer an incoming call. Y ou can also use the button to skip through system feedback and to enter commands during a call.
5. If you decide not to change the language, do not press either button. After 5 seconds, the VR session will end, and the language will not be changed. Pairing procedure NO TE: The pairing procedure must be performed when the vehicle is stationary. If the vehicle starts moving during the procedure, the procedure will be cancelled.
3. Say the number you wish to call s B . For example, 555-1212 can be said as “five five five one two one two.” See “How to say numbers” earlier in this section for more information. 4. When you have finished speaking the phone number, the system repeats it back and an- nounces the available commands.
When prompted by the system, say the name of the phone book entry you wish to call. The system acknowledges the name. If there are multiple locations associated with the name, the system asks you to choose the loca- tion. Once you have confirmed the name and location, the system begins the call.
“Phone book” NO TE: Phone book commands are not available when the vehicle is moving. Main Menu “Phone Book” “New Entry” s A “Edit” s B “Delete” s C 9 List Names” s D The Phone Book stores up to 40 names for each phone paired with the system.
The system acknowledges the location. The system will ask you to say a phone number or to transfer a phone number stored in the cellular phone’s memory . Enter a phone number by voice command: For example, say: “five five five one two one two. ” See “How to say numbers” earlier in this section for more information.
“Play” s B The system plays back all the memos in the order of newest to oldest. The system ends the VR session. If there are no memos recorded, the system an- nounces “No messages to play .” The system ends the VR session. “Delete” s C The Delete command erases all memos.
“Change priority” s D Use the Change Priority command to change the priority level of the active phone. The priority level determines which phone is ac- tive when more than one paired Bluetooth T phone is in the vehicle. The system states the priority level of the active phone and asks for a new priority level (1, 2, 3, 4, 5) .
T raining procedure The procedure for training a voice is as follows. 1. P osition the vehicle in a reasonably quiet outdoor location. 2. Sit in the driver’s seat with the engine run- ning, the parking brake on, and the transmis- sion in P (Park) . 3.
● dial eight three zero five one ● Home ● four three pause two nine pause zero ● delete redial number ● phone book list names ● call eight oh five four one ● Correction ● setup change .
WARNING ● Use a phone after stopping your vehicle in a safe location. If you have to use a phone while driving, exercise extreme caution at all times so full attention may be given to vehicle operation.
module when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position with the paired cellular phone turned on and carried in the vehicle. Y ou can register up to 5 different Bluetooth T cellular phones to the in-vehicle phone module. However, you can talk on only one cellular phone at a time.
V OICE COMMANDS Y ou can use voice commands to operate various Bluetooth T Hands-Free Phone System features using the NISSAN V oice Recognition system. For more details, see 9 NISSAN V oice Recognition System 9 later in this section. PAIRING PROCEDURE 1.
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PHONEBOOK Up to 40 phone numbers can be stored in the phonebook. 1. Press the SETTING button, then select the “Phone” key and press the ENTER button. 2. Select the “Phonebook” key and press the ENTER button. 3. Select one of the “None (Add New)” keys from the name list of the phonebook and press the ENTER button.
6. After the download is registered in the phonebook, the system will ask if you want to add a voice tag for it. The V oice T ag screen will be displayed.
MAKING A CALL T o make a call, follow the procedures below. 1. Press the PHONE button on the instrument panel. 2. T ouch the “Call (Phonebook)” key. 3. T ouch one of the downloaded person’s key from the list. Dialing will start. 4. After the call is over, perform one of the following to finish the call.
Answer: Accept an incoming call to talk. On Hold: Put an incoming call on hold. Reject Call: Reject an incoming call. T o finish the call, follow one of the procedures listed below . a. T ouch the “Reject Call” key on the display. b. Press the PHONE button on the instrument panel.
PHONE SETTING T o set up the hands-free phone system to your preferred settings, press the SETTING button, then touch the “Phone” key on the display . Phonebook: See “Phonebook” earlier in this section for add- ing, editing and deleting a contact.
● Bluetooth: If this item is turned off, the connection be- tween the cellular phone and the in-vehicle phone module will be canceled. ● Bluetooth Info: Check information about the device name, vehicle name, device address device PIN and connection status.
1. Press the INFO button on the instrument panel. 2. T ouch the “Others” key, then touch the “V oice Recognition” key . 3. T ouch the “Command List” key. 4. T ouch one of the category keys. 5. T ouch one of the item keys in the category; a command list will be shown.
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List of help commands Navigation help: See the separate Navigation System Owner’s Manual for details. Audio help: ● Music Box COMMAND ACTION Music Box Play T urns on the Music Box hard-disk drive audio system. Play by Mood Plays the specified song matching your mood.
● Radio – Radio COMMAND ACTION Radio Play T urns the radio on, selecting the station and band last played. Radio AM T urns to the AM band, selecting the station last played. Radio FM T urns to the FM band, selecting the station last played. T une <87.
● DVD (if so equipped) NO TE: DVD commands are available while a DVD is being played. COMMAND ACTION DVD Play T urns the DVD player on, selecting the track last played. DVD Stop Stops playing the DVD. T rack <1 to 99> Switches to the specified DVD track.
● CD COMMAND ACTION CD Play Starts to play a CD. T rack <1 - 512> Switches to the specified track. Folder <1 - 255> Selects the specified MP3 folder and plays the first file. Folder <1 - 255> T rack <1 - 512> Switches to the specified track on the specified MP3 folder.
–C F COMMAND ACTION Compact Flash Play Starts to play the files saved in the CompactFlash™ card. T rack <1 - 512> Switches to the specified track. Folder <1 - 255> Selects the specified folder in the CompactFlash™ card and plays the first file.
Climate control help: COMMAND ACTION Climate Control T urns the climate control system on and operates it in the AUT O mode. Climate Control OFF T urns the climate control system off. T emperature <60 - 90> or <18 - 32°C> Sets the climate control temperature to the value given in the command.
Displaying the user guide Y ou can confirm how to use voice commands by displaying a simplified User Guide or by display- ing simulated voice command operations. 1. Press the INFO button on the instrument panel. 2. T ouch the “Others” key, then touch the “V oice Recognition” key .
Operating tips T o get the best performance out of NISSAN V oice Recognition, observe the following: ● K eep the interior of the vehicle as quiet as possible. Close the windows to eliminate the surrounding noises (traffic noises, vibration sounds, etc.
● If you want to cancel the command, press and hold the button for 2 seconds during feedback. The system will announce: “V oice cancelled.” ● If you want to adjust the volume of the voice feedback, push the volume control switch or the on the steering wheel while being provided with the feed- back.
T emperatures (climate control) : Speak temperatures according to the following examples: ● 74°F – “T emperature seventy four” ● 21.5°C – “T emperature twenty one point five” – “T emperature twenty one and a half” ● 19.0°C – “T emperature nineteen point zero” – “T emperature nineteen point oh.
Having the system learn the user’s voice 1. Press the SETTING button on the instru- ment panel, touch the “Others” key on the display . 2. T ouch the “Voice Recognition” key. 3. T ouch the “Voice Command Learning” key. 4. T ouch one of the User number keys to have your voice memorized by the system as that user.
6. T ouch a voice command. The voice recogni- tion system starts. 7. The system requests that you repeat a com- mand after a tone. 8. After the tone sounds and the face icon on the screen changes from to gray to orange, speak the command that the system re- quested.
Learning function settings While inside the V oice Command Learning screen, touch the “Setting” key to enable the following items: ● Edit Name: Edit the user name using the keypad dis- played on the screen.
V oice Command Learning: For information, see “V oice command learning function” earlier in this section. User Guide: For information, see “Displaying the user guide” earlier in this section.
T ROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE The system should respond correctly to all voice commands without difficulty . If problems are en- countered, follow the solutions given in this guide for the appropriate error. Where the solutions are listed by number. T ry each solution in turn, starting with number one, until the problem is resolved.
5 Starting and driving Precautions when starting and driving ................5 - 2 Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ..................5 - 2 Three-way catalyst ..............................5 - 2 On-pavement and off-road driving precautions ..............
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.
even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale. Y our vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly . The TPMS mal- function indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale.
● When a spare tire is mounted or a wheel is replaced, tire pressure will not be indicated, the TPMS will not function and the low tire pressure warning light will flash for approximately 1 minute. The light will remain on after 1 minute. Contact your NISSAN dealer as soon as possible for tire replacement and/or system resetting.
significantly more likely to be injured or killed than a person properly wearing a seat belt. DRINKING ALCOHOL/DRUGS AND DRIVING WARNING Never drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Alcohol in the bloodstream re- duces coordination, delays reaction time and impairs judgement.
● T o avoid raising the center of gravity excessively, do not exceed the rated capacity of the roof rack and evenly distribute the load. Secure heavy loads in the cargo area as far forward and as low as possible. Do not equip the ve- hicle with tires larger than specified in this manual.
● Whenever you drive off-road through sand, mud or water as deep as the wheel hub, more frequent maintenance may be required. See “Periodic mainte- nance” in the “NISSAN Service and Maintenance Guide.” WARNING ● Never remove or turn the key to the LOCK position while driving.
When the ignition switch cannot be turned to- ward the L OCK position while keeping the Intel- ligent K ey, proceed as follows: 1. Move the selector lever into the P (Park) position. 2. T urn the ignition switch slightly in the ON direction. 3. T urn the key toward the LOCK position.
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.
ST ART : (4) This position starts the engine. As soon as the engine has started, release the key . It automati- cally returns to the ON position. NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM The NISSAN V ehicle Immobilizer System will not allow the engine to start without the use of the registered key .
cranking the engine, release the accel- erator pedal. Crank the engine with your foot off the accelerator pedal by turn- ing the ignition key to ST ART . Release the key when the engine starts. If the engine starts, but fails to run, repeat the above procedure.
WARNING Overheating can result in reduced engine power and vehicle speed. The reduced speed may be lower than other traffic , which could increase the chance of a col- lision. Be especially careful when driving. Pull to the side of the road to a safe area.
T o move the selector lever: : Shift while depressing the brake pedal : Shift without depressing brake pedal Shifting After starting the engine, fully depress the brake pedal and move the shift selector lever out of the P (Park) position. WARNING Apply the parking brake if the selector lever is in any position while the engine is not running.
4H: 62 MPH (100 km/h) 4L O: 31 MPH (50 km/h) 3 (Third gear) : Use this position for driving up and down long slopes where engine braking would be advanta- geous. 2 (Second gear) : Use this position for hill climbing or engine brak - ing on downhill grades.
T o push the shift lock release, complete the fol- lowing procedure: 1. T urn the ignition key to the LOCK position and remove the key 2. Apply the parking brake. 3. Remove the shift lock release cover as shown. 4. Insert a small screwdriver in the shift lock release slot and push down.
T o engage: Firmly depress the parking brake. T o release: 1. Firmly apply the foot brake. 2. Move the shift selector lever to the P (Park) position. 3. Firmly depress the parking brake pedal and it will release. 4. Before driving, be sure the brake warning light goes out.
CRUISE CONTROL OPERATIONS The cruise control allows driving at a speed be- tween 25 - 89 MPH (40 - 144 km/h) without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. T o turn on the cruise control, push the ON·OFF switch on. The CRUISE indicator light in the vehicle information display will illuminate.
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 ● For 4WD equipped vehicles, do not at- tempt to raise two wheels off the ground and shift the transmission to any drive or reverse position with the engine running. Doing so may result in drivetrain damage or unexpected ve- hicle movement which could result in serious vehicle damage or personal injury.
4WD Shift Switch Position Wheels Driven Indicator Light Use Conditions 4WD Shift Procedure 4WD shift T ransfer 4L O position AUT O Rear wheels or 4 wheels For driving on paved or slippery roads Move the 4WD switch. 2WD <—> AUT O <—> 4H 4WD shift indicator light will indicate transfer shift position engaged.
The transfer case 4WD shift switch is used to select either 2WD or 4WD depending on the driving conditions. There are four types of drive modes available, AUT O, 2WD, 4H and 4LO. The 4WD shift switch electronically controls the transfer case operation.
● If the vehicle is stuck deep in mud, place stones or wooden blocks under the tires. Then try the recovery procedures above. Tire chains may be effective. CAUTION ● Do not spin the tires excessively. Tires will sink deep into the mud, making it difficult to free the vehicle.
● Engine idling speed is high while warm- ing up the engine. Be especially careful when starting or driving on slippery sur- faces with the 4WD shift switch set in AUT O. 4WD shift indicator light The 4WD shift indicator light is located in the vehicle information display .
4WD warning light W arning light Comes on or blinks when: Comes on There is a malfunc- tion in the 4–wheel drive system Blinks rapidly The transfer case oil temperature is abnormally high Blinks slowly The difference in wheel rotation is large The 4WD warning light is located in the meter.
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) .
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.
This procedure is described in the vehicle service manual and can be performed by a NISSAN dealer. ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (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.
pedal. This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. If the computer senses a malfunc- tion, it switches the ABS off and illuminates the ABS warning light on the instrument panel. The brake system then operates normally , but without anti-lock assistance.
WARNING ● The vehicle dynamic control system is designed to help improve driving stabil- ity 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.
● The system is designed as an aid to the driver in detecting large stationary ob- jects to help avoid damaging the ve- hicle. The system will not detect small objects below the bumper, and may not detect objects close to the bumper or on the ground.
● The system is designed as an aid to the driver in detecting large stationary ob- jects to help avoid damaging the ve- hicle. The system will not detect small objects below the bumper, and may not detect objects close to the bumper or on the ground.
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.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (if so equipped) WARNING ● Do not use your engine block heater with an ungrounded electrical system or a 2-pronged adapter. Y ou can be se- riously injured by an electrical shock if you use an ungrounded connection. ● Disconnect and properly store the en- gine block heater cord before starting the engine.
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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (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, one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated.
WARNING ● Make sure the parking brake is securely applied and the automatic transmission is shifted 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.
4. Assemble the two pieces of the jack rod. Find the oval-shaped opening above the middle of the license plate. Pass the T -shaped end of the jack rod through the opening and direct it toward the spare tire winch, located directly above the spare tire.
● Do not start or run the engine while vehicle is on the jack. It may cause the vehicle to move. This is especially true for vehicles with limited slip differentials. ● Do not allow passengers to stay in the vehicle while it is on the jack. ● Never run the engine with a wheel(s) off the ground.
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.
5. Remove the wheel nuts and then remove the tire. 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.
Adjust tire pressure to the COLD pressure. COLD pressure: After vehicle has been parked for three hours or more or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) . COLD tire pressures are shown on the Tire and Loading Information label affixed to the driver side center pillar.
● Whenever working on or near a battery, always wear suitable eye protectors (for example, goggles or industrial safety spectacles) and remove rings, metal bands, or any other jewelry. Do not lean over the battery when jump starting. ● Do not attempt to jump start a frozen battery.
● Make sure the jumper cables do not touch moving parts in the engine com- partment and that the cable clamps do not contact any other metal. 5. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and let it run for a few minutes. 6. K eep the engine speed of the booster ve- hicle at about 2,000 rpm, and start the en- gine of the vehicle being jump started.
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.
If the speed or distance must necessarily be greater, remove the propeller shaft before towing to prevent damage to the transmission. 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.
V EHICLE RECOVERY (freeing a stuck vehicle) Pulling a stuck vehicle If your vehicle is stuck in sand, snow , mud, etc., use a tow strap or other device designed specifi- cally for vehicle recovery . Always follow the re- covery device manufacturer’s instructions.
7 Appearance and care Cleaning exterior ..................................7 - 2 W ashing ......................................7 - 2 W axing ........................................7 - 2 Removing spots ................................7 - 3 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.
REMOVING SPOTS 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.
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.
SEAT BELTS The seat belts can be cleaned by wiping them with a sponge dampened in a mild soap solution. Allow the belts to dry completely in the shade before using them. See “Seat belt maintenance” in the “Safety – Seats, seat belts and supplemen- tal restraint system” section of this manual.
● Never allow water or other liquids to come in contact with electronic compo- nents inside the vehicle as this may damage them. Chemicals used for road surface de-icing are extremely corrosive.
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Y our new NISSAN has been designed to have minimum maintenance requirements with long 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.
1. Battery 2. Fuse/fusible link box 3. T ransmission dipstick 4. Engine oil filler cap 5. Brake fluid reservoir 6. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 7. Air cleaner 8. Drive belt location 9. Radiator cap 10. P ower steering fluid reservoir 11. Engine oil dipstick 12.
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 so- lution contains rust and corrosion inhibitors. Ad- ditional engine cooling system additives are not necessary .
If the cooling system frequently requires coolant, have it checked by a NISSAN dealer. 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.
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.
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. ● T ry to avoid direct skin contact with used oil.
5. Wipe the engine oil filter sealing surface with a clean rag. Be sure to remove any old gasket material remaining on the sealing surface of the en- gine. 6. Coat the gasket on the new filter with clean engine oil. 7. Screw on the oil filter until a slight resistance is felt, then tighten an additional 2/3 turn.
For further brake fluid specification information, refer to “Capacities and recommended 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 system.
Refill the reservoir more frequently when driving conditions require an increased amount of win- dow washer fluid. Recommended fluid is Genuine NISSAN Wind- shield W asher Concentrate Cleaner & Anti- freeze or equivalent. CAUTION ● Do not substitute engine anti-freeze coolant for window washer solution.
1. Remove the battery caps with a screwdriver as shown. Use a cloth to protect the battery case. 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.
CAUTION ● Do not ground accessories directly to the battery terminal. Doing so will by- pass the variable voltage control sys- tem and the vehicle battery may not charge completely. ● Use electrical accessories with the en- gine running to avoid discharging the vehicle battery.
1. Visually inspect the belt for signs of unusual wear, cuts, fraying or looseness. If the belt is in poor condition or is loose, have it replaced or adjusted by a NISSAN dealer. 2. Have the belt checked regularly for condi- tion and tension in accordance with the maintenance schedule found in the “NISSAN Service and Maintenance Guide” .
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.
2. Open the glove box, then remove the three upper glove box screws. Remove the glove box assembly from the instrument panel to access the in-cabin microfilter cover. 3. Remove the filter cover bolt and remove the filter cover. NO TE: The filters are marked with air flow arrows.
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 A . This may cause clogging or improper windshield washer operation.
Rear window wiper blade s 1 Lift the wiper arm away from the rear win- dow . s 2 Push the wiper blade in and pivot until the blade becomes free. s 3 Insert a new blade onto the wiper arm and snap into place.
If the brakes do not operate properly , have the brakes checked by a NISSAN dealer. Self-adjusting brakes Y our vehicle is equipped with self-adjusting brakes.
If a type A fuse is used to replace a type B fuse, the type A fuse will not be level with the fuse pocket as shown in the illustration. This will not affect the performance of the fuse. Make sure the fuse is installed in the fuse box securely . T ype B fuses cannot be installed in the under- hood fuse boxes.
5. If the fuse is open s A , replace it with a new fuse s B . 6. If a new fuse also opens, have the electrical system checked and repaired by a NISSAN dealer. Fusible links If the electrical equipment does not operate and fuses are in good condition, check the fusible links.
5. If the fuse is open s A , replace it with an equivalent good fuse s B . 6. Push the fuse box cover to install. 7. If a new fuse also opens, have the electrical system checked and repaired by a NISSAN dealer.
K EYFOB 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.
INTELLIGENT K EY BATTERY Replace the battery in the Intelligent K ey as fol- lows: 1. Remove the mechanical key from the Intelli- gent K ey. 2. Insert a small screwdriver s A into the slit s B of the corner and twist it to separate the upper part from the lower part.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, in- cluding interference that may cause undes- ired operation of the device.
FOG LIGHTS (if so equipped) Replacing the fog light bulb CAUTION ● High pressure halogen gas is sealed inside the halogen bulb. The bulb may break if the glass envelope is scratched or the bulb is dropped. ● When handling the bulb, do not touch the glass envelope.
EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR LIGHTS Item Wattage (W) Bulb No. Headlight assembly* High 60/65 HB3/9005 Low 51/55 HB4/9006 Park/T urn 8/27 3457K Sidemarker 3.8 194 Side turn signal light* (if so equipped) (LED) — Front fog light 27 881 Puddle lamp 13 906 Room/map lights 8 – Personal lights 6 WXW52 Footwell* 3.
1. Room/map light 2. Front personal lights 3. Step light 4. Puddle lamp/Side turn signal light (if so equipped) 5. High-mount stoplight 6. Cargo light 7. License plate light 8. Rear combination light 9. Headlight assembly 10. Fog light Replacement procedures All other lights are either type A , B, C or D.
Use a cloth s 1 to protect the housing. Use a cloth s 1 to protect the housing. Use a cloth s 1 to protect the housing. Room/map lights LDI0389 Personal lights LDI0364 V anity mirror LDI0385 8-32 Main.
Use a cloth s 1 to protect the housing. Use a cloth s 1 to protect the housing. Use a cloth s 1 to protect the housing. Step light LDI0341 Puddle light LDI0388 Cargo light WDI0233 Maintenance and do-i.
If you have a flat tire, see 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.
conditioner and audio systems” section, “Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)” in the “Starting and driving” sec- tion, and “Flat tire” in the “In case of emer- gency” section. Tire inflation pressure Check the tire pressures (including the spare) often and always prior to long dis- tance trips.
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.
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.
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.
s 7 The word “radial” The word “radial” is shown if the tire has radial structure. s 8 Manufacturer or brand name Manufacturer or brand name is shown. T YPES OF TIRES WARNING ● When changing or replacing tires, be sure all four tires are of the same type (i.
Use of tire chains may be prohibited according to location. Check the local laws before installing tire chains. When installing tire chains, make sure they are the proper size for the tires on your vehicle and are installed according to the chain manufacturer’s suggestions.
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.
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.
If excessive tire wear is found, it is recommended that all four tires be replaced with tires of the same size, brand, construction and tread pattern. The tire pressure and wheel alignment should also be checked and corrected as necessary . Contact a NISSAN dealer.
9 T echnical and consumer information Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants .........9 - 2 Fuel recommendation (without Flexible Fuel V ehicle option) ..............9 - 3 Flexible fuel vehicle (FFV) fuel recommendation (if so equipped) ..........
The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be slightly different. When refilling, follow the procedure described in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity.
FUEL RECOMMENDATION (without Flexible Fuel V ehicle option) Use unleaded regular gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) num- ber (Research octane number 91) . CAUTION ● Only vehicles with the E-85 filler door label can operate on E-85.
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) .
Unleaded Gasoline Only . This section only cov- ers those subjects that are unique to Flexible Fuel vehicles. CAUTION Only vehicles with the E-85 filler door la- bel can operate on E-85. Fuel system or other damage can occur if E-85 is used in vehicles that are not designed to run on E-85.
ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER RECOMMENDATIONS 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.
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 f.
ENGINE Model VK56DE T ype Gasoline, 4-cycle, DOHC Cylinder arrangement 8-cylinder, V-block, Slanted at 90° Bore x Stroke in (mm) 3.858 x 3.622 (98 x 92) Displacement cu in (cm 3 ) 338.78 (5,552) Firing order 1–8–7–3–6–5–4–2 Idle speed See the “Emission Control Information label” on the underside of the hood.
WHEELS AND TIRES Wheels 18 x 8.0J 20 x 8.0J Tires P265/70R18 P275/60R20 Spare tire Full size DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS Overall length in (mm) 207.7 (5,275) Overall width in (mm) 79.4 (2,016) Overall height 2wd with roof rack in (mm) 77.8 (1,977) 4wd with roof rack in (mm) 78.
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 .
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 to the underside of the hood as shown.
WARNING ● It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seri- ously injured or killed. ● Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts.
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.
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.
● Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or the maximum front and rear GAWRs. If you do, parts of your vehicle can break, tire damage could occur, or it can change the way your vehicle handles. This could result in loss of control and cause personal injury.
WARNING Overloading or improper loading of a trailer and its cargo can adversely affect vehicle handling, braking and perfor- mance and may lead to accidents. CAUTION ● Do not tow a trailer or haul a heavy load for the first 500 miles (800 km) . Y our engine, axle or other parts could be damaged.
T emperature conditions can also affect towing. For example, towing a heavy trailer in high outside temperatures on graded roads can affect engine performance and cause overheating. The engine protection mode, which helps reduce the chance of engine damage, could activate and automati- cally decrease engine power.
T owing capacities are calculated assuming a base vehicle with driver and any options required to achieve the rating. Additional passengers, cargo and/or optional equipment, such as the trailer hitch, will add weight to the vehicle and reduce your vehicle’s maximum towing capacity and trailer tongue load.
The available towing capacity may be less than the maximum towing capacity due to the passen- ger and cargo load in the vehicle. Remember to keep trailer tongue weight be- tween 10 - 15% of the trailer weight. If the tongue load becomes excessive, rearrange the cargo to obtain the proper tongue load.
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.
lbs. gross weight, 1,000 lbs. tongue weight. This means that without using a weight distributing ballmount, the receiver is only designed to carry 5,000 lbs. When hooking up a trailer using a weight distrib- uting hitch, always refer to the hitch manufactur- er’s instructions.
CAUTION ● Special hitches which include frame re- inforcements are required for towing above 2,000 lb (907 kg) . Suitable genu- ine NISSAN hitches, ball mounts and hitch balls for pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles are available at a NISSAN dealer.
T railer brakes If your trailer is equipped with a braking system, make sure it conforms to federal and/or local regulations and that it is properly installed.
3. Locate the jumper harness connector under the lower portion of the instrument panel. The connector is taped to the wiring harness s 1 as indicated. ● The connector is marked with a white tag with “electric brake connector” . Wire color designation for electric trailer brake controller jumper harness.
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.
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.
● Do not use cruise control while towing a trailer. ● 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.
Automatic T ransmission T o tow a vehicle equipped with an automatic transmission, an appropriate vehicle dolly MUST be placed under the towed vehicle’s drive wheels. Always follow the dolly manufacturer’s recommendations when using their product.
WARNING The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristic s.
If you believe that your vehicle has a de- fect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immedi- ately inform the National Highway T raffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addi- tion to notifying NISSAN.
8. Stop the vehicle. Place the transmission se- lector lever in the P (Park) or N (Neutral) position. 9. T urn the engine off. 10. Repeat step s1-8a t least one more time. If steps 1 through 7 are interrupted, repeat the preceding step. Any safe driving mode is accept- able between steps.
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.
Why should you take a chance? In over 40 states, the law says you must be advised if non-genuine parts are used to repair your vehicle. And some states have enacted laws that restrict insurance companies from authoriz- ing the use of non-genuine collision parts during the new vehicle warranty .
10 Index 4WD warning light .............. .2-16 A Active Head Restraint ............. .1-9 Adjusting pedal position ........... .3-27 Air bag (See supplemental restraint system) .................... .1-48 Air bag system Front (See supplemental front impact air bag system) .
C Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants .................. .9-2 Captain’s chair adjustment (2nd row) ..... .1-5 Car phone or CB radio ............ .4-93 Cargo light .................. .2-60 Cargo (See vehicle loading information) . . .9-13 CD care and cleaning .
Eyeglass case ................. .2-44 F Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch) ..... .2-36 Flat tire ..................... .6-2 Floor mat positioning aid ............ .7-4 Fluid Brake fluid ................. .8-12 Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants .
J Jump starting .................. .6-8 K K e y ....................... .3-2 Keyfob battery replacement ......... .8-26 Keyless entry With Intelligent Key system (See Intelligent Key system) ....... .3-16 Keyless entry system (See remote keyless entry system) .
NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system ............... .2-29, 3-3, 5-11 NISSAN voice recognition system ..... .4-117 O Octane rating (See fuel octane rating) .... .9-4 Odometer .................... .2-5 Oil Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ......
Second row bench seats ......... .1-6 Second row captain’s chair ........ .1-5 Third row power folding seats ...... .1-15 Seat belt Child safety ................ .1-18 Infants and small children ........ .1-19 Injured Person ............... .1-20 Larger children .
Tire Flat tire ................... .6-2 Spare tire .................. .6-3 Tire chains ................. .8-40 Tire placard ................ .9-12 Tire pressure ............... .8-34 Tire rotation ................ .8-41 Tires of 4-wheel drive ........
Wiper Rear window wiper and washer switches .................. .2-31 Windshield wiper and washer switch . . .2-30 Wiper blades ............... .8-19 10-8 Z REVIEW COPY— 2008 Armada (wzw) Owners Manu.
RECOMMENDED FUEL (without Flexible Fuel V ehicle option): Use unleaded regular gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) num- ber (Research octane number 91) . CAUTION ● Only vehicles with the E-85 filler door label can operate on E-85.
1. Engine coolant 8-7 2. Battery 8-13 3. P ower steering fluid 8-11 4. Automatic transmission fluid 8-11 5. Heater and air conditioner 4-38, Audio system 4-41 6. Passenger supplemental air bag 1-48 7. Spare tire 6-2 8. Rear door lock 9-13 9. Fuel filler cap 3-25; Fuel recommendations 9-3, 9-4 10.
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