ABS NISSAN MURANO 2005 1.G Owners Manual

Always wear seat belts. No system
can prevent all injuries in any acci-
dent.

Do not attach anything to the head
restraint stalks. Doing so could im-
pair active head restraint function.
The head restraint moves forward utilizing the
force that the seatback receives from the occu-
pant in a rear-end collision. The movement of the
head restraint helps support the occupant’s
head by reducing its backward movement and
helping absorb some of the forces that may lead
to whiplash type injuries.
Active head restraints are effective for collisions
at low to medium speeds in which it is said that
whiplash injury occurs most.
Active head restraints operate only in certain
rear-end collisions. After the collision, the head
restraints return to their original positions.
Properly adjust the active head restraints as
described in the previous section.
ARMRESTPull the armrest forward until it is horizontal.
PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT
USAGEIf you are wearing your seat belt properly ad-
justed and you are sitting upright and well back
in your seat, your chances of being injured or
killed in an accident and/or the severity of injury
may be greatly reduced. NISSAN strongly en-
courages you and all of your passengers to
buckle up every time you drive, even if your
seating position includes a supplemental air bag.
Most states, provinces or territories re-
quire that seat belts be worn at all times
when a vehicle is being driven.
SSS0229A
SEAT BELTS
Safety — seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system
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All Wheel Drive (AWD) warning light
(AWD models)
Low tire pressure warning light (if so
equipped)
Cruise set indicator light
or
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
warning light
Low washer fluid warning light
High beam indicator light (Blue)
or
Brake warning light
P position selecting warning light (if so
equipped)
Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL)
Charge warning light
Seat belt warning light
Security indicator light
Door open warning light
Supplemental air bag warning light
Slip indicator light (if so equipped)
Engine oil pressure warning light
All Wheel Drive (AWD) LOCK indicator
light (AWD models)
Turn signal/hazard indicator lights
Intelligent Key warning light (if so
equipped)
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
indicator light
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off indi-
cator light (if so equipped)
Low fuel warning light
Cruise main switch indicator light
CHECKING BULBSApply the parking brake and turn the ignition
switch to ON without starting the engine. The
following lights will come on:
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or
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,
,
The following lights come on briefly and then go
off:
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or
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,
,
,
,
,
,
If any light fails to come on, it may indicate a
burned-out bulb or an open circuit in the elec-
trical system. Have the system repaired
promptly.
WARNING LIGHTS
All wheel drive (AWD) warning
light (AWD models)
The
warning light comes on when the
ignition switch is turned to ON. It turns off soon
after the engine is started.
If the AWD system malfunctions or the revolu-
tion, or radius of the front and the rear wheel
WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS
AND AUDIBLE REMINDERS
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differs, the warning light will either remain illumi-
nated or blink. See “Using all wheel drive
(AWD)” in the “5. Starting and driving” section.
CAUTION

If the warning light comes on while
driving, AWD mode will change to
2WD mode. Reduce the vehicle speed
and have your vehicle checked by a
NISSAN dealer as soon as possible.

Do not drive on dry hard surface
roads in the LOCK mode.

If the AWD warning light blinks when
you are driving:
•blinks rapidly (about twice a sec-
ond):
Pull off the road in a safe area, and
idle the engine. The driving mode
will change to 2WD to prevent the
AWD system from malfunctioning.
If the warning light turns off, you
can drive again.
•blinks slowly (about once every 2
seconds):Pull off the road in a safe area, and
idle the engine. Check that all tire
sizes are the same, tire pressure is
correct and tires are not worn.
If the warning light is still on after the
above operation, have your vehicle
checked by a NISSAN dealer as soon as
possible.
or
Anti-lock brake
system (ABS)
warning light
After turning the ignition switch to the ON
position, the light will illuminate. The light will turn
off after about 2 seconds if the system is
operational.
If the light comes on while the engine is running,
it may indicate that the anti-lock brake system is
not functioning properly. Have the system
checked by a NISSAN dealer.
If an abnormality occurs in the system, the
anti-lock function will cease but the ordinary
brakes will continue to operate normally. See
“Anti-lock brake system (ABS)” in the “5. Start-
ing and driving” section for further details.If the light comes on while you are driving,
contact a NISSAN dealer for repair.
or
Brake warning light
This light functions for both the parking brake
and the foot brake systems.
Parking brake indicator:
When the ignition switch is in the ON position,
the light comes on when the parking brake is
applied.
Low brake fluid warning light:
The light warns of a low brake fluid level. If the
light comes on while the engine is running with
the parking brake not applied, stop the vehicle
and perform the following:
1. Check the brake fluid level. Add brake fluid as
necessary. See “Brake fluid” in the “8. Main-
tenance and do-it-yourself” section.
2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the
warning system checked by a NISSAN
dealer. Avoid high speed driving and abrupt
braking.
If both the brake warning light and the anti-
lock brake warning light come on simulta-
neously, it may indicate the anti-lock brake
system is not functioning properly. See “Anti-
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lock brake system (ABS) warning light” ear-
lier in this section.
WARNING

Your brake system may not be work-
ing properly if the warning light is on.
Driving could be dangerous. If you
judge it to be safe, drive carefully to
the nearest service station for re-
pairs. Otherwise, have your vehicle
towed because driving it could be
dangerous.

Pressing the brake pedal with the
engine stopped and/or a low brake
fluid level may increase your stop-
ping distance and braking will re-
quire greater pedal effort as well as
pedal travel.

If the brake fluid level is below the
MINIMUM mark on the brake fluid
reservoir, do not drive until the brake
system has been checked at a
NISSAN dealer.
Charge warning light
If the light comes on while the engine is running,
it may indicate that the charging system is not
functioning properly. Turn the engine off and
check the generator belt. If the belt is loose,
broken, missing or if the light remains on, see a
NISSAN dealer immediately.
CAUTION
Do not continue driving if the generator
belt is loose, broken or missing.
Door open warning light
This light comes on when any of the doors are
not closed securely while the ignition switch is
ON.
Engine oil pressure warning
light
This light warns of low engine oil pressure. If the
light blinks or comes on during normal driving,
pull off the road in a safe area, stop the engine
immediatelyand call a NISSAN dealer or other
authorized repair shop.
The oil pressure warning light is not de-
signed to indicate a low oil level. Use the
dipstick to check the oil level.See “Engineoil” in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself”
section.
CAUTION
Running the engine with the engine oil
pressure warning light on could cause
serious damage to the engine almost
immediately. Turn off the engine as
soon as it is safe to do so.
Intelligent Key warning light
(for Intelligent Key system) (if
so equipped)
This light comes on in green when it is possible
to turn the ignition switch.
When the light comes on in red, it is not possible
to turn the ignition switch.

The warning light blinks in red when the
Intelligent Key is outside the vehicle with the
ignition switch in the ACC or ON position.
Confirm the location of the key as soon as
possible when the warning light blinks in red.
Be sure to carry the Intelligent Key with you
while driving the vehicle.

The warning light goes off about 10 seconds
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5 Starting and drivingPrecautions when starting and driving ............................. 5-2
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) .................................. 5-2
Three-way catalyst ........................................................... 5-3
Low tire pressure warning system
(if so equipped) ................................................................ 5-3
Avoiding collision and rollover ...................................... 5-5
On-pavement and offroad driving precautions
(AWD) ................................................................................. 5-5
Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving .............................. 5-5
Driving safety precautions.............................................. 5-6
Ignition switch (Except for Intelligent Key equipped
model) ....................................................................................... 5-8
Key positions ..................................................................... 5-9
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System (NVIS) ............ 5-9
Ignition switch (Intelligent Key System equipped
model)..................................................................................... 5-10
Ignition switch positions .............................................. 5-10
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System (NVIS) ......... 5-11
Before starting the engine ................................................ 5-11
Starting the engine ............................................................. 5-12
Driving the vehicle ............................................................... 5-12
CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission)............. 5-12
M-CVT (CVT with Manual shift mode)..................... 5-16
Parking brake........................................................................ 5-20Cruise control ....................................................................... 5-21
Precautions on cruise control .................................... 5-21
Cruise control operations ............................................ 5-21
Break-in schedule .............................................................. 5-23
Increasing fuel economy .................................................... 5-23
Using all wheel drive (AWD) (if so equipped)............. 5-24
AWD lock switch operations...................................... 5-24
AWD warning light ........................................................ 5-26
Parking/parking on hills...................................................... 5-28
Power steering ..................................................................... 5-29
Brake system ........................................................................ 5-29
Braking precautions ...................................................... 5-29
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) .................................... 5-30
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) system
(if so equipped) .................................................................. 5-31
Cold weather driving .......................................................... 5-33
Freeing a frozen door lock .......................................... 5-33
Antifreeze ......................................................................... 5-33
Battery .............................................................................. 5-33
Draining of coolant water ............................................ 5-33
Tire equipment................................................................ 5-33
Special winter equipment ............................................ 5-34
Driving on snow or ice ................................................. 5-34
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To help save the brakes and to prevent the
brakes from overheating, reduce speed and
downshift to a lower gear before going down a
slope or long grade. Overheated brakes may
reduce braking performance and could result in
loss of vehicle control.
WARNING

While driving on a slippery surface,
be careful when braking, accelerat-
ing or downshifting. Abrupt braking
or accelerating could cause the
wheels to skid and result in an acci-
dent.

If the engine is not running or is
turned off while driving, the power
assist for the brakes will not work.
Braking will be harder.ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS)The anti-lock brake system controls the brakes
at each wheel so the wheels will not lock when
braking abruptly or when braking on slippery
surfaces. The system detects the rotation speed
at each wheel and varies the brake fluid pressure
to prevent each wheel from locking and sliding.By preventing wheel lockup, the system helps
the driver maintain steering control and helps to
minimize swerving and spinning on slippery sur-
faces.
Using the systemDepress the brake pedal and hold it down.
WARNING
Do not pump the brake pedal. Doing so
may result in increased stopping dis-
tances.Normal operationThe anti-lock brake system will not operate at
speeds below 3 to 6 MPH (5 to 10 km/h) to
completely stop the vehicle. (The speeds will
vary according to road conditions.) When the
anti-lock system senses that one or more wheels
are close to locking up, the actuator (under the
hood) rapidly applies and releases hydraulic
pressure (like pumping the brakes very quickly).
While the actuator is working, you may feel a
pulsation in the brake pedal and hear a noise or
vibration from the actuator under the hood. This
is normal and indicates that the anti-lock system
is working properly. However, the ABS operationmay indicate that road conditions are hazardous
and extra care is required while driving.
Self-test featureThe anti-lock brake system consists of electronic
sensors, electric pumps, and hydraulic solenoids
controlled by a computer. The computer has a
built-in diagnostic feature that tests the system
each time you start the engine and move the
vehicle at a low speed in forward or reverse.
When the self-test occurs, you may hear a clunk
noise and/or feel a pulsation in the brake pedal.
This is normal and is not an indication of any
malfunction. If the computer senses any mal-
function, it switches the anti-lock brake system
OFF and turns on the ABS warning light in the
meter. The brake system will then behave nor-
mally, but without anti-lock assistance.
If the light comes on during the self check, or
while you are driving, you should take your
vehicle to a NISSAN dealer for repair at your
earliest convenience.
WARNING
The anti-lock brake system is a sophis-
ticated device, but it cannot prevent ac-
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cidents resulting from careless or dan-
gerous driving techniques. It can help
maintain vehicle control during braking
on slippery surfaces, but remember that
the stopping distance on slippery sur-
faces will be longer than on normal
surfaces even with the anti-lock brake
system. Stopping distances may also be
longer on rough, gravel or snow covered
roads, or if you are using tire chains.
Always maintain a safe distance from
the vehicle in front of you. Ultimately,
the responsibility for safety of self and
others rests in the hands of the driver.
Tire type and condition of tires may also
affect braking effectiveness.

When replacing tires, install the
specified size of tires on all four
wheels.

When installing a spare tire, make
sure it is the proper size and type as
specified on the tire placard. See
“Vehicle identification” in the “9.
Technical and consumer informa-
tion” section for tire placard location.When accelerating or driving on a slippery sur-
faces, the tires may spin or slide. With the
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system, sensors
detect these movements and control the braking
and engine output to help improve vehicle sta-
bility.

When the VDC system is operating, the
“SLIP” indicator in the instrument panel
blinks.

When only the Traction Control System
(TCS) portion of the VDC system is operat-
ing, the “SLIP” indicator in the instrument
panel blinks.

If the “SLIP” indicator blinks, the road condi-
tions are slippery. Be sure to adjust your
speed and driving to these conditions. Be
sure to drive carefully. See “Slip indicator
light”, and “Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
OFF indicator light” in the “2. Instruments and
controls” section.

Indicator light
If a malfunction occurs in the system, the
“SLIP” and “VDC OFF” indicator lights illumi-
nate in the instrument panel. As long as these
indicators are illuminated, the VDC system
function is canceled.
The VDC system uses an Active Brake Limited
Slip (ABLS) system to improve vehicle traction.The ABLS system works when one of the driving
wheels is spinning on a slippery surface. The
ABLS system brakes the spinning wheel, which
distributes the driving power to the other driving
wheel. If the vehicle is operated with the VDC
system turned off, all VDC system functions and
TCS functions will be turned off. The ABLS
system and ABS will still operate with the VDC
system off. When the ABLS system is activated,
the “SLIP” indicator light will blink and you may
hear a clunk noise and/or feel a pulsation in the
brake pedal. This is normal and is not an indica-
tion of a malfunction.
While the VDC system is operating, you may feel
a pulsation in the brake pedal and hear a noise or
feel a vibration from under the hood. This is
normal and indicates that the VDC system is
working properly.
The VDC system computer has a built-in diag-
nostic feature that tests the system each time
you start the engine and move the vehicle for-
ward or backward. When the self-test occurs,
you may hear a clunk noise and/or feel a pulsa-
tion in the brake pedal. This is normal and is not
an indication of a malfunction.
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(VDC) SYSTEM (if so equipped)
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WARNING

The VDC system is designed to help
improve driving stability but does not
prevent accidents due to abrupt
steering operation at high speeds or
due to careless or dangerous driving
techniques. Reduce vehicle speed
and be especially careful when driv-
ing and cornering on slippery sur-
faces and always drive carefully.

If engine related parts such as a muf-
fler are not standard equipment or
are extremely deteriorated, the “VDC
OFF” indicator or “SLIP” indicator or
both indicator lights may illuminate.

Do not modify the vehicle’s suspen-
sion. If suspension parts such as
shock absorbers, struts, springs, sta-
bilizer bars and bushings are not
NISSAN-approved or are extremely
deteriorated the VDC system may not
operate properly. This could ad-
versely affect vehicle handling per-
formance, and the “VDC OFF” indica-tor or “SLIP” indicator or both indica-
tor lights may illuminate.

If brake related parts such as brake
pads, rotors and calipers are not
standard equipment or are extremely
deteriorated, the “VDC OFF” indica-
tor or “SLIP” indicator or both indica-
tor lights may illuminate.

When driving on extremely inclined
surfaces such as higher banked cor-
ners, the VDC system may not oper-
ate properly and the “VDC OFF” indi-
cator or “SLIP” indicator or both
indicator lights may illuminate. Do
not drive on these types of roads.

When driving on an unstable surface
such as a turntable, ferry, elevator or
ramp, the “VDC OFF” indicator or
“SLIP” indicator or both indicator
lights may illuminate. This is not a
malfunction. Restart the engine after
driving onto a stable surface.

If wheels or tires other than those
recommended are used, the VDC sys-tem may not operate properly and the
“VDC OFF” indicator or “SLIP” indi-
cator or both indicator lights may
illuminate.

The VDC system is not a substitute
for winter tires or tire chains on a
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TOWING SAFETY
Trailer hitchChoose a proper hitch for your vehicle and
trailer. A genuine NISSAN trailer hitch is avail-
able from a NISSAN dealer. Make sure the trailer
hitch is securely attached to the vehicle, to help
avoid personal injury or property damage due to
sway caused by crosswinds, rough road sur-
faces or passing trucks.Trailer hitchChoose a proper hitch for your vehicle and
trailer. Make sure the trailer hitch is securely
attached to the vehicle, to help avoid personal
injury or property damage due to sway caused
by crosswinds, rough road surfaces or passing
trucks.Hitch ballChoose a hitch ball of the proper size and weight
rating for your trailer:

The required hitch ball size is stamped on
most trailer couplers. Most hitch balls also
have the size printed on top of the ball.

Choose the proper class hitch ball based on
the trailer weight.

The diameter of the threaded shank of the
hitch ball must be matched to the ball mounthole diameter. The hitch ball shank should be
no more than 1/16″smaller than the hole in
the ball mount.

The threaded shank of the hitch ball must be
long enough to be properly secured to the
ball mount. There should be at least 2 threads
showing beyond the lock washer and nut.
Class I hitchClass I trailer hitch equipment (receiver, ball
mount and hitch ball) can be used to tow trailers
of a maximum weight of 2,000 lb(909 kg).
You may add Class I trailer hitch equipment to
the vehicle that has a 2,000 lb(909 kg) maxi-
mum weight rating, but your vehicle is only
capable of towing the maximum trailer weights
shown in the Towing Load/Specification Chart
earlier in this section.
CAUTION

Special hitches which include frame
reinforcements are required for tow-
ing above 2,000 lb (907 kg). Suitable
genuine NISSAN hitches for pickup
trucks and sport utility vehicles are
available at a NISSAN dealer.
Do not use axle-mounted hitches.

The hitch should not be attached to
or affect the operation of the impact-
absorbing bumper.

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

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

Regularly check that all trailer hitch
mounting bolts are securely
mounted.

To reduce the possibility of addi-
tional damage if your vehicle is
struck from the rear, where practical,
remove the hitch and/or receiver
when not in use.
Tire pressures
When towing a trailer, inflate the vehicle tires
to the recommended cold tire pressure indi-
cated on the Tire and Loading Information
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10 Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock brake system)................................ 5-30
ABS warning light ..................................................... 2-10
Aiming control, Headlights...................................... 2-25
Air bag.......................................................................... 1-39
Air bag warning labels ............................................. 1-49
Air bag warning light .................................... 1-50, 2-13
Air cleaner filter.......................................................... 8-17
Air conditioner
Air conditioner operation .................................. 4-20
Air conditioner service ........................... 4-20, 4-23
Air conditioner specification label .................. 9-12
Air conditioning system refrigerant
and lubricant recommendations ............ 4-23, 9-6
Heater and air conditioner (automatic) ......... 4-20
In-cabin microfilter .............................................. 4-23
Alcohol, drugs and driving......................................... 5-5
All wheel drive (AWD) ............................................. 5-24
All wheel drive (AWD), AWD lock switch
operations.................................................................... 5-24
All wheel drive (AWD), LOCK indicator light
(AWD models) ........................................................... 2-14
Anchor point locations
Top tether strap .................................................. 1-30
Antenna ........................................................................ 4-36
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .............................. 5-30
Appearance care
Exterior appearance care .................................... 7-2Interior appearance care ..................................... 7-3
Armrest ........................................................................... 1-9
Audible reminders ..................................................... 2-16
Audio operation precautions .................................. 4-25
Audio system .............................................................. 4-24
Autochanger, Compact Disc (CD) ....................... 4-33
Autolight system ........................................................ 2-23
Automatic
Anti-glare inside mirror ...................................... 3-31
Automatic sunroof .............................................. 2-37
Drive positioner ................................................... 3-33
Seat positioner, seat .......................................... 3-33
Avoiding collision and rollover .................................. 5-5
B
Back door.................................................................... 3-25
Battery .......................................................................... 8-14
Battery saver system ......................................... 2-24
Battery replacement
Intelligent Key system .......................................... 3-8
Remote keyless entry system............................. 3-8
Before starting the engine ...................................... 5-11
Belts (See drive belts) ............................................. 8-16
Booster seats ............................................................. 1-34
Brake
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ......................... 5-30
Brake booster ...................................................... 8-21
Brake fluid............................................................. 8-13Brake pedal .......................................................... 8-20
Brake pedal check ............................................. 8-20
Brake system ....................................................... 5-29
Parking brake check............................... 5-20, 8-20
Parking brake operation .................................... 5-20
Warning light ....................................................... 2-10
Break-in schedule ..................................................... 5-23
Brightness control, Instrument panel ................... 2-26
Bulbcheck/instrument panel .................................... 2-9
Bulbreplacement ...................................................... 8-26
C
Cabin air filter ............................................................. 4-23
Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants...... 9-2
Car phone or CB radio............................................ 4-36
Cargo (See vehicle loading information)............. 2-34
Cargo net .................................................................... 2-34
Cassette player (See audio system) .................... 4-31
CD care and cleaning .............................................. 4-34
Ceiling light ................................................................. 2-39
Cellular phone holder ............................................... 2-31
Child restraints ........................................................... 1-21
Booster seats ...................................................... 1-34
Installation on front passenger seat............... 1-31
Installation on rear seat outboard or center
positions ................................................................ 1-22
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren) system ................................................ 1-27


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