Nissan 2008 Xterra Manuel d'utilisateur Page 1

Welcome to the growing family of new NISSANowners. This vehicle is delivered to you withconfidence. It was produced using the latesttechniques and str

1. Roof rack (P. 2-41)2. Vehicle loading (P. 9-12)3. Rear window defrost (P. 2-25)4. Rear window washer (P.2-24)5. Lift gate (P. 3-9)6. Spare tire (P.

Push the lever ups4to have one sweep opera-tion (MIST) of the wiper.Pull the lever toward yous5to operate thewasher. The wiper will also operate sever

WARNINGIn freezing temperatures the washer solu-tion may freeze on the window and ob-scure your vision. Warm the rear windowwith the defroster before

CAUTIONUse the headlights with the engine run-ning to avoid discharging the vehiclebattery.Headlight beam selects1To select the high beam function, pu

WARNINGWhen the daytime running light system isactive, tail lights on your vehicle are noton. It is necessary at dusk to turn on yourheadlights. Failu

FOG LIGHT SWITCH (if so equipped)To turn the fog lights on, turn the headlight switchto theposition, then turn the fog lightswitch to theposition.To t

To sound the horn, push the area near the hornicons on the steering wheel.WARNINGDo not disassemble the horn. Doing socould affect proper operation of

● The hill descent control may not controlthe vehicle speed on a hill under all loador road conditions. Always be preparedto depress the brake pedal t

When the E-Lock switch is turned ON, the indi-cator light will flash until the system engages.However, if all operation conditions listed aboveare not

To use the clutch interlock switch:1. Set the parking brake.2. Depress the brake pedal with your right foot.3. Place the gear shift lever in the 1 pos

● Use power outlets with the engine run-ning to avoid discharging the vehiclebattery.● Avoid using power outlets when the airconditioner, headlights o

1. Map lights (P. 2-46)2. Sun visors (P. 3-11)3. Inside mirror (P.3-12)4. Glove box (P. 2-35)5. Console box (P. 2-34)6. Front seats (P. 1-2)7. Rear se

CONSOLE BOXPull up on the levers1to open the console box lids2.AT modelLIC0818MT model (if so equipped)LIC0819LIC07662-34 Instruments and controlsZ RE

GLOVE BOXTo open the top portion of the glove box, push thelatchsAup and raise the lid.To open the lower portion of the glove box, pullthe handlesBdow

MAP POCKETS SEAT POCKETS (if so equipped)A pocket is located on the back of the driver’sseat.CUP HOLDERSThe front cup holders have adapters that can b

To open the 2nd row cup holders (rear of the frontconsole), lower the lid. To close, raise the lid. Ifstepped on, the cup holder is designed to snaplo

CARGO AREA STORAGETo access the floor storage area, push downs1to raise the handle, then pull up on the handles2to lift the luggage board.Attach the t

Side finisherDo not apply a load of more than 110 lb (490 N)to a single hook.Floor hooksDo not apply a load of more than 110 lb (490 N)to a single hoo

CARGO NETSWARNING● Properly secure all cargo to help pre-vent it from sliding or shifting. Do notplace cargo higher than the seatbacks.In a sudden sto

To install the removable left-hand luggage sidenetsA, attach the net to the retainers. To remove,detach the net from the retainers.The smaller left-ha

WARNING● Drive extra carefully when the vehicle isloaded at or near the cargo carryingcapacity, especially if the significantportion of that load is c

To open the gear basket lid:s1Turn the handle counterclockwise.s2Raise the lid.NOTE:Cargo in the gear basket must fit with thelid closed. The maximum

1. Ventilators (P. 4-2)2. Headlight/fog light (if so equipped)/turnsignal switch (P. 2-25)3. Steering wheel switch for audio control(if so equipped)/B

POWER WINDOWSWARNING● Make sure that all passengers havetheir hands, etc. inside the vehicle whileit is in motion and before closing thewindows. Use t

Rear power window switchThe rear power window switches open or closeonly the corresponding windows. To open thewindow, push the switch and hold it dow

When the switch is in the O positions2, theinterior lights will stay on for about 30 secondswhen:● The doors are unlocked by the keyfob, a keyor the p

The cargo light on the overhead trim has a three-position switch. To operate, push the switch tothe desired position.ON: The light is illuminated.Norm

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3 Pre-driving checks and adjustmentsKeys...3-2NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system keys(if so equipped) ...

1. Two master keys (black) with transpon-der chip and chrome NISSAN brandsymbol on one side2. Valet key (black) with transponder chip3. Key number pla

WARNING● Always have the doors locked whiledriving. Along with the use of seat belts,this provides greater safety in the eventof an accident by helpin

LOCKING WITH INSIDE LOCKKNOBTo lock the door without the key, move the insidelock knob to the lock positions1, then close thedoor.To unlock the door w

CHILD SAFETY REAR DOOR LOCKChild safety locks help prevent the rear doorsfrom being opened accidentally, especially whensmall children are in the vehi

14. Electronic locking rear differential(E-Lock) system switch(if so equipped) (P. 2-30)Hill descent control switch(if so equipped) (P. 2-29)Vehicle D

HOW TO USE REMOTE KEYLESSENTRY SYSTEMLocking doors1. Close all windows.2. Remove the key from the ignition switch.3. Close the hood and all doors.4. P

Push the button on the keyfob again within5 seconds.● All doors unlock.● The hazard warning lights flash once if alldoors are completely closed.The in

The hazard warning lights will flash once and thehorn will sound once to confirm that the hornbeep feature has been reactivated.Deactivating the horn

WARNING● Always be sure the lift gate has beenclosed securely to prevent it from open-ing while driving.● Do not drive with the lift gate open. Thisco

FUEL-FILLER CAPThe fuel-filler cap is a ratcheting type. Turn thecap counterclockwise to remove. To tighten, turnthe cap clockwise until ratcheting cl

CAUTION● If fuel is spilled on the vehicle body,flush it away with water to avoid paintdamage.● Tighten until the fuel-filler cap clicks.Failure to ti

s3Slide the extension sun visor (if so equipped)in or out as needed.CAUTION● Do not store the sun visor before return-ing the extension to its origina

AUTOMATIC ANTI-GLAREREARVIEW MIRROR (if so equipped)With the ignition switch in the ON position, pressthebutton as described in the chart belowto acti

Electric control typeThe outside mirror remote control will operateonly when the ignition switch is in the ACC or ONposition.Move the small switchs1to

4 Heater, air conditioner, audio and phonesystemsVentilators ...4-2Heater and air conditioner (manual)...

VQ40DE engine1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir(P. 8-12)2. Fuse/fusible link box (P. 8-21)3. Fuse and relay box (P. 8-21)4. Engine oil filler cap (P

Adjust air flow direction for the driver sides1,centers2, and passenger sides3ventilators bymoving the ventilator slide and/or ventilator as-semblies.

1. Fan control dial2. Temperature control dial3. Air flow control dial4. Air conditioner button5. Rear window defrost button6. Air recirculation butto

Air conditioner buttonStart the engine, turn the fan control dial to thedesired (1 to 4) position and push thebutton to turn on the air conditioner. T

1. Push the button to the OFF position.The indicator light on thebutton willgo off.2. Turn the air flow control dial to theposition.3. Turn the fan co

When the , or positions in betweenare selected, the air conditioner automaticallyturns on (however, the indicator light will notilluminate) if the out

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The air conditioner system in your NISSAN ve-hicle is charged with a refrigerant designed withthe environment in mind.This refrigerant does not harm t

RADIOTurn the ignition key to the ACC or ON positionand press the PWR (power)/VOL (volume) knobto turn the radio on. If you listen to the radio withth

SATELLITE RADIO RECEPTION (if soequipped)When the satellite radio is first installed or thebattery has been replaced, the satellite radio maynot work

WarninglightName PageorAnti-lock BrakingSystem (ABS) warn-ing light2-13Automatic transmis-sion oil temperaturewarning light (if soequipped)2-13Automat

● Do not expose the CD to direct sun-light.● CDs that are in poor condition or aredirty, scratched or covered with finger-prints may not work properly

● ID3/WMA Tag — The ID3/WMA tag is thepart of the encoded MP3 or WMA file thatcontains information about the digital musicfile such as song title, art

Specification chart:Supported media CD, CD-R, CD-RWSupported file systems ISO9660 LEVEL1, ISO9660 LEVEL2, Apple ISO, Romeo, Joliet * ISO9660 Level 3 (

Troubleshooting guide:Symptom Cause and CountermeasureCannot playCheck if the disc was inserted correctly.Check if the disc is scratched or dirty.Chec

1. PRESET A·B·C button2. Display screen3. CD button4.CD eject button5. CD insert slot6. MENU button7. AUDIO button8. Station select (1 - 6) buttons9.

level. You can also use the SEEK/TRACK buttonto adjust Fader and Balance modes. Fader ad-justs the sound level between the front and rearspeakers and

for 5 seconds. When scanning, SCAN illumi-nates in the display and the radio station blinks.When temporarily stopped on a station, SCANblinks and the

CD EJECT:When thebutton is pressed with a com-pact disc loaded, the compact disc will beejected.When thebutton is pressed while thecompact disc is pla

1. PRESET A·B·C button2. Display screen3. DISP/CLOCK button4. SEEK/TRACK button5. CD button6. RADIO button*7. AUX button8. SCAN RPT button9. CAT FOLDE

Audio main operationPOWER/VOLUME control:Turn the ignition key to ACC or ON, and thenpress the PWR/VOL control knob while the sys-tem is off to call u

IndicatorlightName PageHigh beam indicatorlight (Blue)2-18Hill descent controlsystem on indicatorlight (if so equipped)2-29Malfunction Indica-tor Lamp

● Disc number mode displays the current discnumber playing in the changer.MP3 display modeTo change the text displayed when listening to anMP3/WMA CD

If a compact disc is playing when the RADIObutton is pushed, the compact disc will automati-cally be turned off and the last radio stationplayed will

guided automatically into the slot and start play-ing. To insert the disc, first press theLOADbutton.If the radio is already operating, it will automa

CD EJECT:Current/Selected disc:● Press thebutton, then press the slotnumber (1 – 6) for the desired disc. Thecompact disc will be ejected. If no slot

1. Volume control switch2. MODE select switch3. POWER on/off switch4. Tuning switch1. Volume control switch2. Phone operation switch3. POWER on and MO

Next/Previous track (CD):Push the tuning switchor for lessthan 1.5 seconds to return to the beginning of thepresent track or skip to the next track. P

WARNING● Use a phone after stopping your vehiclein a safe location. If you have to use aphone while driving, exercise extremecaution at all times so f

module when the ignition switch is turned to theON position with the paired cellular phone turnedon and carried in the vehicle.You can register up to

InitializationWhen the ignition switch is turned to the ONposition, NISSAN Voice Recognition is initialized,which takes a few seconds. When completed,

● Words can be used for the first 4 digitsplaces only.Example: 1-800-662-6200– “One eight hundred six six two six two ohoh”,– NOT “One eight hundred s

1 Safety—Seats, seat belts andsupplemental restraint systemSeats ...1-2Front manual seat adjustment ...

PHONE/ENDPress thebutton to cancel a VRsession or end a call.GETTING STARTEDThe following procedures will help you getstarted using the BluetoothT Han

3. Say: “Pair phone”sB. The system acknowl-edges the command and announces thenext set of available commands.4. Say: “New phone”sC. The system acknowl

LIST OF VOICE COMMANDSMain Menu“Call”“Phone Book”“Memo Pad”“Setup”When you press and release the button onthe steering wheel, you can choose from thec

“Call back”sDUse the Call Back command to dial the number ofthe last incoming call within the vehicle.The system acknowledges the command, re-peats th

When prompted by the system, say the name youwould like to give the new entry.For example, say: “Mary.”If the name is too long or too short, the syste

“Delete”sCUse the Delete command to erase one entry fromthe phone book, all entries from the phone book,the current redial number or the current call

Use the Setup command to change options as-sociated with the BluetoothT Hands-Free PhoneSystem.“Pair phone”sAUse the Pair Phone command to pair a phon

The system announces the names of the phonesalready paired with the system and their prioritylevel. The system then gives you the option todelete a sp

9. When training is finished, the system will tellyou an adequate number of phrases havebeen recorded.10. The system will ask you to say your name.Fol

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDEThe system should respond correctly to all voicecommands without difficulty. If problems are en-countered, try the following solu

WARNING● Do not ride in a moving vehicle whenthe seatback is reclined. This can bedangerous. The shoulder belt will notbe against your body. In an acc

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5 Starting and drivingPrecautions when starting and driving...5-2Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ...5-2Three-way catalyst...

WARNING● Do not leave children or adults whowould normally require the assistanceof others alone in your vehicle. Petsshould also not be left alone. T

● Do not stop or park the vehicle overflammable materials such as dry grass,waste paper or rags. They may igniteand cause a fire.CAUTION● Do not use l

● The low tire pressure warning light does notautomatically turn off when the tire pressureis adjusted. After the tire is inflated to therecommended p

Some examples are:– Facilities or electric devices using similar radiofrequencies are near the vehicle.– If a transmitter set to similar frequencies i

DRINKING ALCOHOL/DRUGS ANDDRIVINGWARNINGNever drive under the influence of alcoholor drugs. Alcohol in the bloodstream re-duces coordination, delays r

● Unsecured cargo can be thrown aroundwhen driving over rough terrain. Prop-erly secure all cargo so it will not bethrown forward and cause injury to

● Always use tires of the same type, size,brand, construction (bias, bias-belted,or radial), and tread pattern on all fourwheels. Install tire chains

To remove the key from the ignition switch:1. Shift the selector lever to the P (Park) posi-tion with the key in the ON position.2. Turn the key to th

Forward and backwardPull the lever up and hold it while you slide theseat forward or backward to the desired position.Release the lever to lock the se

To lock the steering wheel, turn the key tothe LOCK position. Remove the key. Tounlock the steering wheel, insert the keyand turn it gently while rota

1. Apply the parking brake.2. Automatic transmission:Move the shift selector lever to P (Park) or N(Neutral). P (Park) is recommended.The shift select

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONWARNING● Do not depress the accelerator pedalwhile shifting from P (Park) or N (Neu-tral) to R (Reverse), D (Drive), 3, 2 or 1.A

WARNINGApply the parking brake if the selectorlever is in any position while the engine isnot running. Failure to do so could causethe vehicle to move

Do not downshift into the 1 position at speedsover the following and do not exceed the follow-ing speeds in the 1 position.2WD:43 MPH (70 km/h)4H:43 M

Accelerator downshift— in D position —For passing or hill climbing, depress the accel-erator pedal to the floor. This shifts the transmis-sion down in

CAUTION● Do not rest your foot on the clutch pedalwhile driving. This may cause clutchdamage.● Fully depress the clutch pedal beforeshifting to help p

● 4–wheel drive model (4L position):GEAR CHANGE MPH (km/h)1st to 2nd —2nd to 3rd —3rd to 4th —4th to 5th —5th to 6th —Suggested maximum speed in eachg

To engage: Pull the lever upsA.To release:1. Firmly apply the foot brake.2. Manual transmission models:Place the shift lever in the N (Neutral) posi-t

● The SET indicator light may blink when thecruise control main switch is turned ONwhile pushing the ACCEL/RES,COAST/SET, or CANCEL switch (locatedon

MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLEThis vehicle should not be modified.Modification could affect itsperformance, safety or durability, andmay even violate go

Lumbar support (if so equipped fordriver’s seat)The lumbar support feature provides lower backsupport to the driver. Move the lever forward orbackward

To reset at a faster cruising speed, use oneof the following three methods.● Depress the accelerator pedal. When thevehicle attains the desired speed,

● When cruising at highway speeds, it is moreeconomical to use the air conditioner andleave the windows closed to reduce drag.●Use 4H or 4L position o

TRANSFER CASE SHIFTINGPROCEDURESThe part time 4WD system provides 3 positions(2WD, 4H and 4LO), so you can select the desireddrive mode according to t

*1: Before moving the transmission selector or shift lever from neutral, wait until the 4LO indicator light stays on steady. This indicates that the 4

The transfer case 4WD shift switch is used toselect either 2WD or 4WD depending on thedriving conditions. There are three types of drivemodes availabl

When the vehicle is stuck,● Set the 4WD shift switch to 4H or 4LO.● Use the Electronic Locking Rear Differential(E-Lock) system (if so equipped). Turn

The 4WD shift indicator light is located in theodometer display.The light should turn off within 1 second afterturning the ignition switch to the ON p

● When the warning light comes on, the2WD mode may be engaged even if the4WD shift switch is in 4H. Be especiallycareful when driving. If correspondin

WARNING● Never leave the E-Lock system ONwhen driving on paved or hard-surfacedroads. Turning the vehicle may result inthe rear wheels slipping and re

WARNING● Do not stop or park the vehicle overflammable materials such as dry grass,waste paper or rags. They may igniteand cause a fire.● Safe parking

FRONT-SEAT ACTIVE HEADRESTRAINTSWARNING● Always adjust the head restraints prop-erly as specified in this section. Failureto do so can reduce the effe

The power assisted steering uses a hydraulicpump, driven by the engine, to assist steering.If the engine stops or the drive belt breaks, youwill still

This procedure is described in the vehicle servicemanual and can be performed by a NISSANdealer.ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM(ABS)WARNING● The Anti-lock Br

pedal. This is normal and does not indicate amalfunction. If the computer senses a malfunc-tion, it switches the ABS off and illuminates theABS warnin

● Drive the vehicle at speeds above 10 mph(15 km/h) for at least 10 minutes.● The VDC OFF indicator light should go offindicating the traction control

WARNING● Never rely solely on the hill descentcontrol system to control vehicle speedwhen driving on steep down hill grades.Always drive carefully and

The hill start assist system automatically keepsthe brakes applied to help prevent the vehiclefrom rolling backwards in the time it takes thedriver to

3. Tire chains may be used. For details see“Tire chains” in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section of this manual.SPECIAL WINTER EQUIPMENTIt is

To use the engine block heater:1. Turn the engine off.2. Open the hood and unwrap the engine blockheater cord.3. Plug the engine block heater cord int

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6 In case of emergencyFirst aid kit...6-2Flat tire ...6-2Tire Pressure Mo

● Properly secure all cargo to help pre-vent it from sliding or shifting. Do notplace cargo higher than the seatbacks.In a sudden stop or collision, u

A first aid kit is located on the back door trimpanel. To remove the first aid kit:s1Squeeze the latch buttons.s2Pull the two straps apart to unfasten

WARNING● If the low tire pressure warning lightilluminates while driving, avoid suddensteering maneuvers or abrupt braking,reduce vehicle speed, pull

Blocking wheelsPlace suitable blockss1at both the front andback of the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tires2to prevent the vehicle from moving whe

4. Fit the square end of the jack rod into thesquare hole of the wheel nut wrench to forma handle.5. Seat the T-shaped end of the jack rod intothe T-s

2. Place the jack directly under the jack-uppoint as illustrated so the top of the jackcontacts the vehicle at the jack-up point. Thefront tire jack-u

5. Remove the wheel nuts and then remove thetire.Installing the spare tireThe spare tire is designed for emergencyuse. See specific instructions under

Adjust tire pressure to the COLD pressure.COLD pressure: After vehicle has beenparked for three hours or more or drivenless than 1 mile (1.6 km).COLD

WARNINGAlways follow the instructions below.Failure to do so could result in damage tothe charging system and cause personalinjury.1. If the booster b

CAUTION● Do not push start this vehicle. Thethree-way catalyst may be damaged.● Automatic transmission models cannotbe push-started or tow-started. At

6. After the engine cools down, check the cool-ant level in the engine coolant reservoir tankwith the engine running. Add coolant to theengine coolant

WARNING● If you fold the front passenger’s seat-back flat forward to carry longer ob-jects, be sure this cargo is properly se-cured and not near an ai

TOWING RECOMMENDED BYNISSANTwo-wheel drive modelsNISSAN recommends that your vehicle be towedwith the driving (rear) wheels off the ground orplace the

Four-wheel drive modelsNISSAN recommends that towing dollies beused when towing your vehicle or place the ve-hicle on a flat bed truck as illustrated.

CAUTION● Tow chains or cables must be attachedonly to the main structural members ofthe vehicle or the towing hooks (if soequipped). Otherwise, the ve

7 Appearance and careCleaning exterior ...7-2Washing ...7-2Waxing...

In order to maintain the appearance of your ve-hicle, it is important to take proper care of it.To protect the paint surfaces, please wash yourvehicle

REMOVING SPOTSRemove tar and oil spots, industrial dust, insects,and tree sap as quickly as possible from thesurface of the paint to avoid lasting dam

Occasionally remove loose dust from the interiortrim, plastic parts and seats using a vacuumcleaner or soft bristled brush. Wipe the vinyl andleather

SEAT BELTSThe seat belts can be cleaned by wiping themwith a sponge dampened in a mild soap solution.Allow the belts to dry completely in the shadebef

CAUTION● NEVER remove dirt, sand or other de-bris from the passenger compartmentby washing it out with a hose. Removedirt with a vacuum cleaner or bro

8 Maintenance and do-it-yourselfMaintenance requirements...8-2General maintenance ...8-2Explanation

s2Then pull the straps located on the outsideedge of each seatback to fold the seatbacksforward.s3This provides a level cargo floor.s4To return the be

Your new NISSAN has been designed to haveminimum maintenance requirements with longservice intervals to save you both time andmoney. However, some day

When driving in areas using road salt or othercorrosive materials, check lubrication frequently.Lights* Clean the headlights on a regular basis.Make s

Steering wheel Check for changes in the steer-ing system, such as excessive freeplay, hardsteering or strange noises.Warning lights and chimes Make su

When performing any inspection or maintenancework on your vehicle, always take care to preventserious accidental injury to yourself or damage tothe ve

VQ40DE engine1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir2. Fuse/fusible link box3. Fuse and relay box4. Engine oil filler cap5. Engine oil dipstick6. Brake f

The engine cooling system is filled at the factorywith Genuine NISSAN Long LifeAntifreeze/Coolant to provide year-round anti-freeze and coolant protec

If the cooling system frequently requirescoolant, have it checked by a NISSANdealer.CHANGING ENGINE COOLANTA NISSAN dealer can change the engine coola

CAUTIONOil level should be checked regularly. Op-erating the engine with an insufficientamount of oil can damage the engine, andsuch damage is not cov

7. Refill engine with recommended oil throughthe oil filler opening, then install the oil fillercap securely.See “Capacities and recommendedfuel/lubri

When checking or replacement is required, werecommend your NISSAN dealer for servicing.CAUTION● Use only Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF.Do not mix with ot

Removing the 2nd row bench seatcushionsThe rear seat cushion can be removed to provideadditional space when folding the 2nd row seat-backs flat. To re

BRAKE FLUIDCheck the brake fluid level in the reservoir. If thefluid level is below the MIN line or the brakewarning light comes on, add Genuine NISSA

Refill the reservoir more frequently when drivingconditions require an increased amount of win-dow washer fluid.Recommended fluid is Genuine NISSAN Wi

1. Remove the battery caps with a screwdriveras shown. Use a cloth to protect the batterycase.2. Check the fluid level in each cell. If it isnecessary

CAUTION● Do not ground accessories directly tothe battery terminal. Doing so will by-pass the variable voltage control sys-tem and the vehicle battery

1. Visually inspect the belt for signs of unusualwear, cuts, fraying or looseness. If the belt isin poor condition or is loose, have it replacedor adj

The air cleaner filter should not be cleaned andreused. Replace it according to the maintenancelog shown in the “NISSAN Service and Mainte-nance Guide

2. Remove the filter cover bolt and remove thefilter cover.NOTE:The filters are marked with air flow arrows.The end of the filter with the arrow shoul

REPLACINGReplace the wiper blades if they are worn.1. Lift the wiper arm away from the windshield.s2Push the release tab, then move the wiperblade dow

Rear window wiper blades1Lift the wiper arm away from the rear win-dow.s2Push the wiper blade in and pivot until theblade becomes free.s3Insert a new

If the brakes do not operate properly, have thebrakes checked by a NISSAN dealer.Self-adjusting brakesYour vehicle is equipped with self-adjustingbrak

PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELTUSAGEIf you are wearing your seat belt properly ad-justed and you are sitting upright and well back inyour seat with both feet

If a type A fuse is used to replace a type B fuse,the type A fuse will not be level with the fusepocket as shown in the illustration. This will notaff

5. If the fuse is opensA, replace it with a newfusesB.6. If a new fuse also opens, have the electricalsystem checked and repaired by a NISSANdealer.Fu

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CAUTIONBe careful not to allow children to swallowthe battery and removed parts.Replace the battery in the keyfob as follows:s1Open the lid using a co

This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC Rules and RSS-210 of IndustryCanada.Operation is subject to the following twoconditions: (1) This device m

Removing the headlight bulb1. Open the hood.2. Disconnect the negative (-) battery cable.3. Disconnect the electrical connector from therear end of th

EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR LIGHTSItem Wattage (W) Bulb No.*1Headlight 65/55 9007 (HB5)Turn signal light/Parking light 29/8 3457AKSide marker 3.8 194Rear co

7. Headlight assembly8. Fog lightReplacement proceduresAll other lights are either type A, B, C or D. Whenreplacing a bulb, first remove the lens and/

Use a cloths1to protect the housing.If you have a flat tire, see the “In case ofemergency” section of this manual.TIRE PRESSURETire Pressure Monitorin

Tire inflation pressureCheck the tire pressures (including thespare) often and always prior to long dis-tance trips. The recommended tire pres-sure sp

WARNING● Every person who drives or rides in thisvehicle should use a seat belt at alltimes. Children should be properly re-strained in the rear seat

Tire and loading information labels1Seating capacity: The maximum num-ber of occupants that can be seatedin the vehicle.s2Vehicle load limit: See load

Checking tire pressure1. Remove the valve stem cap from thetire.2. Press the pressure gauge squarelyonto the valve stem. Do not press toohard or force

TIRE LABELINGFederal law requires tire manufacturers toplace standardized information on thesidewall of all tires. This information iden-tifies and de

7. H: Tire speed rating. You should notdrive the vehicle faster than the tirespeed rating.s2TIN (Tire Identification Number) for anew tire (example: D

The number of layers or plies of rubber-coated fabric in the tire. Tire manufactur-ers also must indicate the materials in thetire, which include stee

Summer tiresNISSAN specifies summer tires on some modelsto provide superior performance on dry roads.Summer tire performance is substantially re-duced

CHANGING WHEELS AND TIRESTire rotationNISSAN recommends rotating the tiresevery 7,500 miles (12,000 km).See “Flat tire” in the “In case of emer-gency”

● The original tires have built-intread wear indicators. When thewear indicators are visible, thetire(s) should be replaced.● Tires degrade with age a

● Do not install a damaged or deformedwheel or tire even if it has been re-paired. Such wheels or tires could havestructural damage and could fail wit

9 Technical and consumer informationCapacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ...9-2Fuel recommendation ...9-3Engine oi

WARNING● Always route the shoulder belt overyour shoulder and across your chest.Never run the belt behind your back,under your arm or across your neck

The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be a little different. When refilling, follow the proceduredescribed in the

FUEL RECOMMENDATIONUse unleaded regular gasoline with an octanerating of at least 87 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) num-ber (Research octane number 91).CAUTIO

E–85 fuelE-85 fuel is a mixture of approximately 85% fuelethanol and 15% unleaded gasoline. E-85 canonly be used in a Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV). Don

ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTERRECOMMENDATIONSSelecting the correct oilIt is essential to choose the correct grade, qualityand viscosity engine oil to ensur

Your engine was filled with a high-quality engineoil when it was built. You do not have to changethe oil before the first recommended changeinterval.

ENGINEModel VQ40DEType Gasoline, 4-cycle, DOHCCylinder arrangement 6-cylinder, V-block, Slanted at 60°Bore x Stroke in (mm) 3.760 x 3.622 (95.5 x 92)D

WHEELS AND TIRESWheels16 x 7.0J17 x 7.5JTiresP265/70R16P265/75R16P265/65R17Spare tire Full sizeDIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTSOverall length in (mm) 178.7 (4,5

When planning to drive your NISSAN ve-hicle in another country, you should first findout if the fuel available is suitable for your vehi-cle’s engine.

ENGINE SERIAL NUMBERThe number is stamped on the engine as shown.F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S.CERTIFICATION LABELThe Federal/Canadian Motor Vehicle SafetyStan

TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATIONLABELThe cold tire pressure is shown on the Tire andLoading Information label. The label is located asshown.AIR CONDITIONE

There are three basic types of child restraintsystems:● Rear facing child restraint● Front facing child restraint● Booster seatThe proper restraint de

WARNING● It is extremely dangerous to ridein a cargo area inside a vehicle. Ina collision, people riding in theseareas are more likely to be seri-ousl

Steps for determining correct loadlimit1. Locate the statement “The combinedweight of occupants and cargoshould never exceed XXX kg or XXXlbs” on your

5. Determine the combined weight ofluggage and cargo being loaded onthe vehicle. That weight may notsafely exceed the available cargo andluggage load

● The child restraint top tether strap maybe damaged by contact with items inthe cargo area. Secure any items in thecargo area. Your child could be se

2. Insert (at any position) 2 channel tie-downhookssAinto the channel openingsBofeach channel and slide to the desired posi-tion.3. Hand tighten each

LOADING TIPS● The GVW must not exceed GVWRor GAWR as specified on theF.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certificationlabel.● Do not load the front and rear axle to

WARNINGOverloading or improper loading of atrailer and its cargo can adversely affectvehicle handling, braking and perfor-mance and may lead to accide

Temperature conditions can also affect towing.For example, towing a heavy trailer in high outsidetemperatures on graded roads can affect engineperform

Towing capacities are calculated assuming abase vehicle with driver and any options requiredto achieve the rating. Additional passengers,cargo and/or

Remember to keep trailer tongue weight be-tween 10 - 15% of the trailer weight. If the tongueload becomes excessive, rearrange the cargo toobtain the

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65WARNINGWARNINGEngine exhaust, some of its constituents,and certain vehicle components containor emit chemicals known to the S

tion of the shoulder and the lap belt is low on thehips. A booster seat can only be used in seatingpositions that have a three-point type seat belt.Th

Hitch ballChoose a hitch ball of the proper size and weightrating for your trailer:● The required hitch ball size is stamped onmost trailer couplers.

Class I hitchClass I trailer hitch equipment (receiver, ballmount and hitch ball) can be used to tow trailersof a maximum weight of 2,000 lb (909 kg).

Trailer lightsCAUTIONWhen splicing into the vehicle electricalsystem, a commercially available power-type module/converter must be used toprovide powe

● Always secure items in the trailer to preventload shift while driving.● Lock the trailer hitch coupler with a pin orlock to prevent the coupler from

● Have your vehicle serviced more often thanat intervals specified in the recommendedMaintenance Schedule in the “NISSAN Ser-vice and Maintenance Guid

FLAT TOWINGTowing your vehicle with all four wheels on theground is sometimes called flat towing. Thismethod is sometimes used when towing a vehiclebe

WARNINGThe traction grade assigned to this tire isbased on straight-ahead braking tractiontests, and does not include acceleration,cornering, hydropla

If you believe that your vehicle has a de-fect which could cause a crash or couldcause injury or death, you should immedi-ately inform the National Hi

8. Stop the vehicle. Place the transmission se-lector lever in the P (Park) or N (Neutral)position.9. Turn the engine off.10. Repeat steps1-8atleast o

A genuine NISSAN Service Manual is the bestsource of service and repair information for yourvehicle. Filled with wiring diagrams, illustrationsand ste

s2Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retractorand insert the tongue into the buckle untilyou hear and feel the latch engage.● The retractor is desig

It’s your right!If you should need further information visit us at:www.nissanusa.com (for U.S. customers) orwww.nissan.ca (for Canadian customers).9-3

10 Index4WD warning light ...2-15AActive brake limited slip (ABLS) system(if so equipped) ...5-32Active Head Restraint ...

Precautions on childrestraints...1-22, 1-31, 1-37Top tether strap anchor point locations . .1-26Child safety rear door lock...3-5Chi

Fuel octane rating ...9-4Fuel recommendation ...9-3Fuel-filler door and cap ...3-9Fuses ...8-21Fusible

Warning/indicator lights and audiblereminders ...2-12LightsMap lights ...2-46LockChild safety rear door lock...3-

FM-AM radio with compact disc (CD)player ...4-20Steering wheel audio control switch. . . .4-26Readiness for inspection maintenance (I

Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) offswitch ...2-29Windshield wiper and washer switch . . .2-23TTachometer ...2-6Tempera

Rear power windows ...2-45Windshield wiper and washer switch ...2-23WiperRear window wiper and washerswitches ...2-24Windsh

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RECOMMENDED FUEL:Use unleaded regular gasoline with an octanerating of at least 87 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) num-ber (Research octane number 91).CAUTION●

WARNINGWhen fastening the seat belts, be certainthat the seatbacks are completely se-cured in the latched position. If they arenot completely secured,

1. Battery 8-132. Power steering fluid 8-113. Engine coolant 8-74. Window washer fluid 8-125. Automatic transmission fluid 8-116. Heater and air condi

Center of the rear bench seatThe center seat belt has a connector tongues1and a seat belt tongues2. Both the connectortongue and the seat belt tongue

Stowing the center seat beltWhen folding down the rear seat, the rear centerseat belt can be retracted into a stowed positionas follows:1. Hold the co

Attaching the center seat beltAlways be sure the center seat belt connectortongue and connector buckle are attached. Dis-connect only when folding dow

2. Insert the shoulder belt into the back of thecomfort guide so that the seat belt lays flat inthe guide. Be sure that the comfort guideroutes the se

WARNING● After adjustment, release the adjust-ment button and try to move the shoul-der belt anchor up and down to makesure it is securely fixed in po

● Periodically check to see that the seatbelt and the metal components, such asbuckles, tongues, retractors, flexible wiresand anchors, work properly.

● Even with the NISSAN Advanced AirBag System, never install a rear-facingchild restraint in the front seat. An in-flating front air bag could serious

NISSAN CARES...Both NISSAN and your NISSAN dealer are dedicated to serving all your automotive needs. Your satisfaction with your vehicle and your NIS

Several manufacturers offer child restraints forinfants and small children of various sizes. Whenselecting any child restraint, keep the followingpoin

● Do not secure a child restraint in thecenter rear seating position using theLATCH anchors. The child restraint willnot be secured properly.● Child r

TOP TETHER STRAP CHILDRESTRAINTIf the manufacturer of your child restraint requiresthe use of a top tether strap, it must be secured tothe anchor poin

2. Secure the tether strap to the tether anchorpoint on the seat directly behind the childrestaint.3. Tighten the tether strap according to themanufac

If necessary, adjust or remove the head restraintto obtain the correct child restraint fit. See “Headrestraint adjustment” in this section. If the hea

7. Check to make sure the child restraint isproperly secured prior to each use. If thechild restraint is loose, repeat steps 3through 6.Rear-facingFol

3. For child restraints that are equipped withwebbing mounted attachments, remove anyadditional slack from the anchor attach-ments. Press downward and

CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLATIONUSING THE SEAT BELTSWARNING● Even with the NISSAN Advanced AirBag System, never install a rear-facingchild restraint in th

Front-facingFollow these steps to install a front-facing childrestraint using the vehicle seat belt in the rearseats or in the front passenger seat:1.

4. Pull the shoulder belt until the belt is fullyextended. At this time, the seat belt retractoris in the Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)mode (child

Table ofContentsIllustrated table of contentsSafety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint systemInstruments and controlsPre-driving checks and

7. If the child restraint is equipped with a toptether strap, route the top tether strap andsecure the tether strap to the tether anchorpoint. See “To

Rear-facingFollow these steps to install a rear-facing childrestraint using the vehicle seat belt in the rearseats:1. Child restraints for infants mus

4. Allow the seat belt to retract. Pull up on theshoulder belt to remove any slack in the belt.5. Remove any additional slack from the childrestraint;

7. Check that the retractor is in the ALR modeby trying to pull more seat belt out of theretractor. If you cannot pull any more seatbelt webbing out o

● Do not use towels, books, pillows orother items in place of a booster seat.Items such as these may move duringnormal driving or a collision and resu

● Make sure the child’s head will be properlysupported by the booster seat or vehicleseat. The seat back must be at or above thecenter of the child’s

1. If you must install a booster seat in thefront seat, move the seat to the rear-most position.2. Position the booster seat on the seat. Onlyplace it

4. Position the lap portion of the seat belt lowand snug on the child’s hips. Be sure tofollow the booster seat manufacturer’s in-structions for adjus

PRECAUTIONS ONSUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINTSYSTEMThis Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) sec-tion contains important information concerningthe following sys

WARNING● The front air bags ordinarily will notinflate in the event of a side impact, rearimpact, rollover, or lower severity fron-tal collision. Alwa

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WARNING● Never let children ride unrestrained orextend their hands or face out of thewindow. Do not attempt to hold them inyour lap or arms. Some exam

WARNING● Children may be severely injured orkilled when the front air bags, side airbags or curtain and rollover air bagsinflate if they are not prope

WARNING● Even with the NISSAN Advanced AirBag System, never install a rear-facingchild restraint in the front seat. An in-flating front air bag could

WARNING● The seat belts, the side air bags andcurtain and rollover air bags are mosteffective when you are sitting well backand upright in the seat. T

WARNING● When sitting in the rear seat, do nothold onto the seatback of the front seat.If the side air bag inflates, you may beseriously injured. Be e

1. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact androllover supplemental air bag inflators (ifso equipped)2. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact androllover suppleme

NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System(front seats)This vehicle is equipped with the NISSAN Ad-vanced Air Bag System for the driver and frontpassenger seats.

Front passenger air bag and status lightWARNINGThe front passenger air bag is designed toautomatically turn OFF under some con-ditions. Read this sect

Front passenger seat adult occupants who areproperly seated and using the seat belt as out-lined in this manual should not cause the passen-ger air ba

Other supplemental front-impact air bagprecautionsWARNING● Do not place any objects on the steer-ing wheel pad or on the instrumentpanel. Also, do not

0 Illustrated table of contentsAirbags, seat belts and child restraints ...0-2Exterior front ...0-3Exte

Front seat-mounted side-impactsupplemental air bag and roof-mounted curtain side-impact androllover supplemental air bag systems(if so equipped)The si

WARNING● Do not place any objects near the seat-back of the front seats. Also, do notplace any objects (an umbrella, bag,etc.) between the front door

● If you need to dispose of a pretensioneror scrap the vehicle, contact a NISSANdealer. Correct pretensioner disposalprocedures are set forth in the a

SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAGWARNING LABELSWarning labels about the supplemental front-impact air bag, front seat-mounted side-impactsupplemental air bag and r

WARNINGIf the supplemental air bag warning lightis on, it could mean that the front air bag,side air bag, curtain and rollover air bagand/or pretensio

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2 Instruments and controlsInstrument panel...2-2Meters and gauges ...2-3Speedometer and o

Map pockets...2-36Seat pockets (if so equipped)...2-36Cup holders ...2-3

1. Ventilators (P. 4-2)2. Headlight/fog light (if so equipped)/turnsignal switch (P. 2-25)3. Steering wheel switch for audio control(if so equipped)/B

14. Electronic locking rear differential(E-Lock) system switch(if so equipped) (P. 2-30)Hill descent control switch(if so equipped) (P. 2-29)Vehicle D

1. 2nd row seat belts (P. 1-10)2. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact androllover supplemental air bags(if so equipped) (P. 1-42)3. Front seat belts (P.

1. Speedometer2. Odometer3. Change buttonSPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETERSpeedometerThe speedometer indicates vehicle speed.Odometer/Twin trip odometerThe odo

For vehicles equipped with trip computer, push-ing the change button changes the display asfollows:Trip→Trip →Distance to Empty →Average speed → Avera

Journey timeThe journey time mode shows the time since thelast reset. The displayed time can be reset bypressing the change button for more than ap-pr

CAUTIONIf the gauge indicates coolant tempera-ture near the hot (H) end of the normalrange, reduce vehicle speed to decreasetemperature. If the gauge

ENGINE OIL PRESSURE GAUGEThe gauge indicates the engine lubrication sys-tem oil pressure while the engine is running. Theneedle should be in the middl

This unit measures terrestrial magnetism and in-dicates heading direction of vehicle.With the ignition switch in the ON position, pressthebutton as de

Zone variation change procedureThe difference between magnetic north and geo-graphical north is known as variance. In someareas, this difference can s

2. Calibrate the compass by driving the vehiclein three complete circles at a maximumspeed of 5 MPH (8 km/h).3. After completing the circles, the disp

or Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)warning lightLow windshield washer fluid warning light Hill descent control system on indicator light(if so equipped)

CHECKING BULBSWith all doors closed, apply the parking brakeand turn the ignition key to the ON positionwithout starting the engine. The following lig

1. Engine hood (P. 3-8)2. Windshield wiper and washer switch(P. 2-23)3. Windshield (P. 8-18)4. Power windows (P. 2-44)5. Door locks, keyfob, keys(P. 3

Parking brake indicatorWhen the ignition key is in the ON position, thelight comes on when the parking brake is applied.Low brake fluid warning lightW

4WD warning light (model)The 4WD warning light comes on when the keyswitch is turned to ON. It turns off soon after theengine is started.If the engine

TPMS malfunction:If the TPMS is not functioning properly, the lowtire pressure warning light will flash for approxi-mately 1 minute when the ignition

Supplemental air bag warninglightWhen the ignition key is in the ON or STARTposition, the supplemental air bag warning lightilluminates for about 7 se

4WD shift indicator light(model)The light should turn off within 1 second afterturning the ignition switch to ON.While the engine is running, the 4WD

do not need to have your vehicle towed tothe dealer.● Malfunction Indicator Light blinking — Anengine misfire has been detected which maydamage the em

Transfer 4LO positionindicator light (model)The light should turn off within 1 second afterturning the ignition switch to ON.This light comes on when

The VDC system will be disabled and the VDClight will illuminate when the electronic lockingrear differential (E-lock) system switch (if soequipped) i

Keyfob operation:● Push thebutton on the keyfob.All doors lock. The hazard lights flashtwice and the horn beeps once to indicateall doors are locked.●

If the no start condition re-occurs, NISSAN rec-ommends placing the registered key on a sepa-rate key ring to avoid interference from otherdevices.Sta