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1. Engine hood(P.3-22)
2. Windshield wiperandwasher
Ð Switch operation (P.2-47)
Ð Window washerfluid(P.8-19)
3. Headlight cleaner*(P.2-44)
4. Front camera* (P.4-10, 2-37,5-39)
5. Sunroof* (P.2-52)
6. Power windows (P.2-50)
7. Front viewcamera* (P.4-10) 8.
Recovery hook(P.6-12)
9. Headlights andturn signal lights(P.2-39)
10. Foglights* (P.2-45)
11. Sonar (parking sensor)system* (P.5-50)
Ð Park Assist (PA)* (P.4-17)
12. Tires
Ð Tires andwheels (P.8-36, 9-7)
Ð Flat tire(P.6-2)
Ð Tire placard (P.9-9) 13.
Outside mirrors(P.3-29)
14. Sideviewcamera* (P.4-10)
15. Sideturnsignal light(P.2-44)
16. Doors
Ð Keys (P.3-2)
Ð Door locks (P.3-4)
Ð Intelligent Key system* (P.3-10)
Ð Remote keylessentrysystem* (P.3-7)
Ð Security system(P.3-20)
*: ifequipped
Illustrated tableofcontents
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Instrument sand controls
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Anti-lock BrakingSystem(ABS)warning
light
Supplemental RestraintSystem(SRS)air
bag warning light
High beam indicator light
Brake warning light(red)
V ehicle Dynamic Control(VDC)warning
light (except forEurope)/Electronic Stability
Program (ESP)warning light(forEurope)
Hill descent controlsystem onindicator light
(if equipped)
Charge warning light
W ater-in-fuel-filter warninglight(diesel en-
gine model)
Hill Start Assist system onindicator light(if
equipped)
Electric powersteering warninglight
Dipped beamindicator light(ifequipped)
Malfunction IndicatorLight(MIL)
Electronic parkingbrakesystem warning
light (yellow) (ifequipped)
Door lockindicator light(ifequipped)
Rear foglight indicator light(ifequipped)
Electronic parkingbrakewarning light(if
equipped)
ECO mode system indicator light(if
equipped)
Security indicator light
Forward emergency brakingsystemwarning
light (ifequipped)
Four-Wheel Drive(4WD) AUTOindicator
light (4WD model)
Small lightindicator light
Low tirepressure warninglight(ifequipped)
Four-Wheel Drive(4WD) LOCK indicator
light (4WD model)
SPORT modeindicator light(ifequipped)
Malfunction warninglight(red) (diesel en-
gine model)
Front foglights indicator light(ifequipped)
T railer direction indicatorlight(ifequipped)
Master warning light
Front passenger airbag status light(if
equipped)
T urn signals/hazard indicatorlights
Seat beltwarning light
Glow plugindicator light(diesel engine
model)
V ehicle Dynamic Control(VDC)offindicator
light (except forEurope)/Electronic Stability
Program (ESP)offindicator light(forEur-
ope)
Speed [120km/h (75MPH)] warning light
(if equipped)
High beam assist indicator light(if
equipped)
WARNING/IND ICATOR LIGHTS AND
AUDIBLE REMINDERS
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Instrument sand controls
High beam assist indicator light(if
equipped)
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The indicator lightilluminates whentheheadlights
come onwhile theheadlight switchisin the ªAUT Oº
position withthehigh beam selected. Thisindicates
that thehigh beam assist system isoperational. (See
ªHeadlight andturn signal switchº (P.2-39) .)
High beam indicator light
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The high beam indicator lightilluminates whenthe
headlight highbeam ison. The indicator turnsoffwhen
the low beam isselected. (SeeªHeadlight andturn
signal switchº (P.2-39) .)
Hill descent controlsystem onindicator
light (ifequipped)
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When theignition switchisplaced inthe ªONº position
the hilldescent controlsystem onindicator light
illuminates brieflyandthen turns off.This indicates
that thehilldescent controlsystem isoperational.
The light illuminates whenthehilldescent control
system isactivated.
If the hilldescent controlswitchison and theindicator
light blinks, thesystem isnot engaged.
If the indicator lightdoes notilluminate orblink when
the hilldescent controlswitchison, the system may
not befunctioning properly.Have thesystem checked
by aNISSAN dealer.
For additional information, seeªHill descent control
systemº (P.5-30) .
Hill Start Assist system onindicator
light (ifequipped)
GUID-5D3BB 4C2-B651-4D95-98B6-BBF04E320 8E8
The light illuminates whentheconditions ofthe hillstart
assist system aresatisfied whenthevehicle isstopped
on ahill.
Then, thelight blinks whenthebrake pedalisreleased,
which indicates thatthehillstart assist system is
activated.
For additional information, seeªHill Start Assist
systemº (P.5-30) .
Malfunction IndicatorLight(MIL)
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CAUTION:
. Continuing vehicleoperation withoutproper
servicing ofthe engine control systemand/
or Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
could leadtopoor driveability, reducedfuel
economy, anddamage tothe engine control
system and/orCVTsystem, whichmayaffect
the vehicle's warranty coverage.
. Incorrect settingofthe engine control sys-
tem may lead tonon-compliance oflocal
and national emission lawsandregulations.
When theignition switchisin the ªONº position, the
Malfunction IndicatorLight(MIL) illuminates. After
starting theengine, theMIL turns off.This indicates
that theengine control system and/orCVTsystem is
operational.
If the MIL illuminates whiletheengine isrunning, itmay
indicate thattheengine control system isnot
functioning properlyandmay need servicing. Have
the vehicle checked, andifnecessary repaired,bya
NISSAN dealerpromptly . If
the MIL blinks (ifequipped) whiletheengine is
running, itmay indicate apotential malfunction inthe
emission controlsystem. Inthis case, theemission
control system maynotfunction properly andmay need
servicing. Havethesystem checked, andifnecessary
repaired, byaNISSAN dealerpromptly .
Precautions:
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T o reduce oravoid possible damagetothe engine
control system whentheMIL blinks:
. Avoid driving atspeeds above70km/h (43MPH) .
. Avoid sudden acceleration ordeceleration.
. Avoid goingupsteep uphillgrades.
. Avoid carrying ortowing unnecessary loads.
Rear foglight indicator light(if
equipped)
GUID-3BE98C 0D-E553-453A-8DD7-D10 AB9D1576E
The rear foglight indicator lightilluminates whenthe
rear foglight ison. (See ªFog lightswitchº (P.2-45) .)
Security indicator light
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The security indicator lightblinks whentheignition
switch isin the ªLOCKº ,ªOFFº position. Thisfunction
indicates thesecurity system* equipped onthe vehicle
is operational. (*immobilizer)
If security systemismalfunctioning, thislight will
remain onwhile theignition switchisin the ªONº
position. (SeeªSecurity systemº(P.3-20) foradditional
information.)
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3 Pre-driving checksandadjustments
K eys ....
............................................ ................................................................ .3-2
NISSAN Anti-Theft System (NATS) key(ifequipped) ....
............ 3-2
Intelligent Key (ifequipped) ....
............................................ ..............3-2
Door locks ....
................................................. ................................................ 3-4
Super locksystem (ifequipped) ....
................................................... 3-4
Locking withkey....
................................................. ...............................3-4
Locking withinside lockknob ....
...................................................... .3-5
Locking withpower doorlockswitch ....
.......................................... 3-6
V ehicle speed sensing doorlockmechanism (ifequipped) ....
.... 3-6
Auto doorlockreleasing mechanism (ifequipped) ....
................. 3-7
Impact sensing doorlockreleasing mechanism
(if equipped) ....
....................................... ................................................ 3-7
Child safety reardoor lock....
............................................................. 3-7
Remote keylessentrysystem (ifequipped) ....
..................................... 3-7
Using remote keyless entrysystem ....
.............................................. 3-8
Hazard indicator operation ....
............................................................. 3-9
Intelligent Key system (ifequipped) ....
................................................ 3-10
Operating range....
................................................. ............................3-13
Using Intelligent Key system ....
............................................ ...........3-13
W arning signals ....
...................................................... ........................3-15
T roubleshooting guide....
........................................................... .......3-16
Using remote keyless entryfunction ....
......................................... 3-17
Hazard indicator andhorn operation ....
........................................ 3-18Security
system....
....................................... ............................................. 3-20
Theft warning system(ifequipped) ....
...................................... 3-20
NISSAN Anti-Theft System (NATS) ....
....................................... 3-21
Hood ....
...................................................... .................................................3-22
Opening hood....
...................................................... ........................3-23
Closing hood....
....................................... ......................................... 3-23
Back door....
................................................. .............................................3-23
Operating manualbackdoor ....
.................................................... 3-23
Operating powerbackdoor(ifequipped) ....
.......................... 3-24
Auto closure (ifequipped) ....
................................................. .......3-26
Back doorrelease lever....
...................................................... .......3-26
Garage modesystem ....
...................................................... ...........3-27
Fuel fillerlid....
........................................................... ................................3-27
Opening fuelfiller lid....
........................................................... .......3-27
Fuel fillercap ....
....................................... ......................................... 3-27
Steering wheel....
...................................................... ................................3-28
Mirrors ....
....................................... .............................................................. 3-28
Inside rearview mirror....
...................................................... ...........3-28
Outside rearview mirrors....
............................................ ...............3-29
V anity mirror ....
...................................................... ............................3-29
Parking brake....
................................................................ ........................3-30
Pedal type....
............................................ .........................................3-30
Switch type(models withelectronic parking
brake system) ....
................................................................ ...............3-30
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Pre-driving checksandadjustments
GUID-17F A495C-3D75-4AC6- BDA1-CF035 C5BC711
Y our vehicle haseither orboth ofthe following security
systems:
. Theft warning
. NISSAN Anti-theft System(NATS)*
The security condition willbeshown bythe security
indicator light.
(* immobilizer)
THEFT WARNING SYSTEM (ifequipped)
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The theft warning systemprovides visualandaudio
alarm signals ifparts ofthe vehicle aredisturbed.
Security indicator light
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SIC2045
The security indicator light,located onthe meter panel,
operates whenever theignition switchisin the ªLOCKº
or ªOFFº position. Thisisnormal.
For models withultrasonic sensor
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How toactivate system:
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1. Close allwindows andsunroof (ifequipped) .
2. Place theignition switchinthe ªOFFº position.
3. Carry theremote controller orthe Intelligent Key
with youand getoutofthe vehicle.
4. Make surethehood andtheback doorareclosed.
Close andlock alldoors withtheremote
controller, theIntelligent Key orthe request switch.
If a door orthe hood isopen, thebuzzer will
sound. Thebuzzer willstop when thedoor is
correctly closed.
5. Confirm thatthesecurity indicator lightcomes on.
The security indicator lightblinks rapidly for
approximately 20seconds andthen blinks slowly.
The system isnow activated. If,during this20-
second timeperiod, thedoor isunlocked bythe
remote controller, theIntelligent Key orthe request
switch, orthe ignition switchisplaced inthe ªONº
position, thesystem willnot activate.
Even when thedriver and/or passengers arein
the vehicle, thesystem willactivate withall
doors locked andtheignition switchoff.Place
the ignition switchinthe ªONº position toturn
the system off.
If the system malfunctions, theshort beep
sounds 5times whenthesystem isactivated.
Have thesystem checked byaNISSAN dealer.
Theft warning systemoperation:
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The warning systemwillgive thefollowing alarm:
. The hazard indicator blinksandthealarm sounds
intermittently forapproximately 30seconds. (The
alarm willrepeat 8times.) .
The alarm automatically turnsoffafter approxi-
mately 30seconds. However, thealarm reacti-
vates ifthe vehicle istampered withagain.
The alarm isactivated when:
. operating thedoor orthe back doorwithout using
the remote controller, theIntelligent Key orthe
request switch.
. opening thehood (ifequipped) .
. thevolumetric sensingsystem(ultrasonic sensors)
is triggered (whenitis activated) .
. thepower supply isdisconnected.
How tostop alarm:
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. The alarm willstop byunlocking adoor withthe
request switch(ifequipped) orthe ªUNL OCKº
button onthe Intelligent Key .
. The alarm willstop ifthe ignition switchisplaced
in the ªONº position.
Cancel switchforultrasonic sensor:
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The ultrasonic sensors
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(volumetric sensing),
located onthe ceiling, detectmovement inthe
passenger's compartment. Whenthetheft warning
system isset tothe armed position, itwill automatically
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switch onthe ultrasonic sensor.
It is possible toexclude theultrasonic (forexample,
when leaving petsinside thecar ortransporting the
vehicle onaferry) .
T o exclude theultrasonic:
1. Close allthe windows.
2. Place theignition switchinthe ªOFFº position.
3. Push thecancel switch
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located onthe ceiling.
The security indicator lightwillstart flashing
rapidly .
4. Close thedoors, hoodandback door. Lockthem
using theremote controller, theIntelligent Key or
the request switch.Thesecurity indicator lightwill
start flashing fasterandabuzzer willsound once.
The ultrasonic sensorisnow excluded fromthetheft
warning system.Allother functions ofthe system
remain activated untilthetheft warning systemis
disarmed again.
For models without ultrasonic sensor
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How toactivate system:
GUID-2201 8305-9BAB- 4201-B6FC-C08EB94AEAE0
1. Close allwindows andsunroof (ifequipped) .
The system canbearmed evenifthe
windows areopen.
2. Place theignition switchinthe ªOFFº position.
3. Remove remotecontroller orthe Intelligent Key
from thevehicle.
4. Close alldoors, hoodandback door. Lockall
doors. Thedoors canbelocked withremote
controller orthe Intelligent Key ,door handle
request switch,powerdoorlockswitch or
mechanical key. 5.
Confirm thatthesecurity indicator lightcomes on.
The security indicator lightstays onfor about 30
seconds. Thevehicle security systemisnow pre-
armed. Afterabout 30seconds thevehicle
security systemautomatically shiftsintothearmed
phase. Thesecurity lightbegins toflash once
every approximately 3seconds. If,during this30
seconds pre-armtimeperiod, thedoor isun-
locked, orthe ignition switchisplaced inªONº ,
the system willnot alarm.
Even when thedriver and/or passengers arein
the vehicle, thesystem willactivate withall
doors, hood,andback doorlocked withthe
ignition switchinthe ªLOCKº position. When
placing theignition switchinthe ªONº position,
the system willbereleased.
Theft warning systemoperation:
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The vehicle security systemwillgive thefollowing
alarm:
. The hazard indicator orheadlight blinksandthe
horn sounds intermittently .
. The alarm automatically turnsoffafter approxi-
mately 30or50 seconds. However, thealarm
reactivates ifthe vehicle istampered withagain.
The alarm isactivated by:
. Unlocking thedoor oropening theback door
without usingthebutton onthe remote controller
or the Intelligent Key ,the door handle request
switch orthe mechanical key.(Even ifthe door is
opened byreleasing thedoor inside lockknob, the
alarm willactivate.)
. Opening thehood. How
tostop alarm:
GUID-2201 8305-9BAB- 4201-B6FC-C08EB94AEAE0
. The alarm willstop onlybyunlocking adoor by
pushing theªUNL OCKº button onthe remote
controller orthe Intelligent Key .
. The alarm willnotstop ifthe ignition switchis
placed inthe ªONº position.
NISSAN ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (NATS)
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The NISSAN Anti-Theft System (NATS) willnotallow
the engine tostart without theuse ofthe registered
NA TS key.
If the engine doesnotstart using theregistered NATS
key ,it may bedue tointerference causedby:
. Another NATS key.
. Automated tollroad device.
. Automated paymentdevice.
. Other devices thattransmit similarsignals.
Start theengine usingthefollowing procedure:
1. Remove anyitems thatmay becausing the
interference awayfromtheNATS key.
2. Leave theignition switchinthe ªONº position for
approximately 5seconds.
3. Place theignition switchinthe ªOFFº orªLOCKº
position, andwait approximately 10seconds.
4. Repeat steps2and 3again.
5. Start theengine.
6. Repeat thesteps above untilallpossible inter-
ferences areeliminated.
If this procedure allowstheengine tostart, NISSAN
recommends placingtheregistered NATS key sepa-
rate from other devices toavoid interference.
Pre-driving checksandadjustments
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Pre-driving checksandadjustments
FCC Notice:
For USA:
This device complies withPart15ofthe FCC
Rules. Operation issubject tothe following two
conditions: (1)This device maynotcause harm-
ful interference, and(2)this device mustaccept
any interference received,including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Note: Changes ormodifications notexpressly
approved bythe party responsible forcompli-
ance could voidtheuser's authority tooperate
the equipment.
For Canada:
This device complies withIndustry Canada
licence-exempt RSSstandard(s) .Operation is
subject tothe following twoconditions: (1)this
device maynotcause interference, and(2)this
device mustaccept anyinterference, including
interference thatmay cause undesired operation
of the device.
Security indicator light
GUID-36B6B 0EC-D25F-4E7B-ACC5-8 1BEC5447E82
SIC2045
The security indicator lightislocated onthe meter
panel. Itindicates thestatus ofNA TS. The
light operates whenever theignition switchisin
the ªLOCKº ,ªOFFº orªACCº position. Thesecurity
indicator lightindicates thatthesecurity systems on
the vehicle areoperational.
If NA TS ismalfunctioning, thislight willremain onwhile
the ignition switchisin the ªONº position.
If the light remains onand/or theengine does
not start, contact aNISSAN dealerforNATS
service assoon aspossible. Besure tobring all
NA TS keys thatyouhave when visiting aNISSAN
dealer forservice.
T32A130 827-F9D40B 17-857A-464 9-A8FE-FBF4C5F2F6AB
WARNING:
. The hood mustbeclosed andlatched
securely beforedriving. Failuretodo so
could cause thehood tofly open andresult
in an accident.
. Never openthehood ifsteam orsmoke is
coming fromtheengine compartment to
avoid injury.
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Blind SpotWarning (BSW) system(ifequipped forEurope) ....
.... 5-36
BSW system operation ....
................................................. ...............5-36
BSW driving situations ....
...................................................... ...........5-38
BSW temporary disabledstatus....
................................................ 5-39
BSW automatic deactivation ....
....................................... ...............5-39
BSW malfunction ....
................................................................ ...........5-39
Camera unitmaintenance ....
................................................. ...........5-39
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system (ifequipped
for Europe) ....
............................................ ................................................. 5-39
LDW system operation ....
...................................................... ...........5-40
T emporary disabledstatusathigh temperature ....
..................... 5-41
Multi-sensing cameraunitmaintenance ....
................................... 5-41
Speed limiter(ifequipped) ....
................................................. ...............5-41
Speed limiteroperations ....
.............................................................. 5-41
Cruise control (ifequipped) ....
.............................................................. 5-43
Precautions oncruise control ....
..................................................... 5-43
Cruise control operations ....
................................................. ...........5-44
Forward emergency brakingsystem(ifequipped) ....
...................... 5-45
System operation ....
................................................................ ...........5-45
ECO mode system (ifequipped) ....
..................................................... 5-47
ECO Pedal Guide function ....
......................................................... 5-47
Ambient ECO....
...................................................... ............................5-47
ECO Drive Report ....
................................................. ........................5-48
Parking ....
....................................... .............................................................. 5-48
Parking sensor(sonar) system(ifequipped) ....
................................ 5-50
Parking sensor(sonar) systemOFFswitch (ifequipped) ....
.... 5-51
Parking sensor(sonar) systemsetting ....
..................................... 5-52T
railer towing (except forAustralia, NewZealand, SouthAfrica
and Europe) ....
................................................. .........................................5-52
T railer towing (forAustralia, NewZealand, SouthAfrica
and Europe) ....
................................................. .........................................5-52
Operating precautions ....
....................................... ........................5-52
Maximum loadlimits (forAustralia andNew Zealand) ....
...... 5-53
Tire pressure ....
................................................. ................................5-55
Safety chains ....
....................................... ......................................... 5-55
T railer brakes ....
....................................... ......................................... 5-55
T railer detection (ifequipped) ....
....................................... ...........5-55
Coupling deviceinstallation (forEurope) ....
.............................. 5-56
Electric powersteering system....
................................................. .......5-56
Brake system ....
................................................................ ........................5-57
Brake precautions ....
....................................... ................................5-57
Brake assist ....
...................................................... ............................5-58
Anti-lock BrakingSystem(ABS)....
............................................. 5-58
V ehicle security ....
............................................ .........................................5-59
Cold weather driving....
................................................................ ...........5-59
Battery ....
................................................................ ............................5-59
Engine coolant ....
................................................. ............................5-59
Tire equipment ....
................................................. ............................5-59
Special winterequipment ....
.......................................................... 5-60
Parking brake....
....................................... ......................................... 5-60
Corrosion protection ....
....................................... ............................5-60
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T32A1308 27-B5BB810 9-3587-4C7A-979E-9F8A81D60F87
When leaving yourvehicle unoccupied:
. Always takethekey with you-even when leaving
the vehicle inyour owngarage.
. Close allwindows completely andlock alldoors.
. Always parkyourvehicle whereitcan beseen.
Park inawell litarea during thenight.
. Ifthe security systemisequipped, useit-even for
a short period.
. Never leavechildren orpets inthe vehicle
unattended.
. Never leavevaluables insidethevehicle. Always
take valuables withyou.
. Never leavethevehicle documents inthe vehicle.
. Never leavearticles onaroof rack. Remove them
from therack andkeep andlock them inside the
vehicle.
. Never leavethespare keyinthe vehicle.
T32A130 827-31F5E2 3F-87C8-4D EE-9E65-020 C019B2AB5
WARNING:
. Whatever thecondition, drivewithcaution.
Accelerate anddecelerate withgreat care.If
accelerating ordecelerating toofast, the
drive wheels willlose even more traction.
. Allow morestopping distanceincold weath-
er driving. Braking shouldbestarted sooner
than ondry pavement.
. Keep atagreater distance fromthevehicle
in front ofyou onslippery roads.
. Wet ice(08C ,328F andfreezing rain),very
cold snow andicecan beslick andvery
difficult todrive on.The vehicle willhave a
lot less traction orgrip under thesecondi-
tions. Try to avoid driving onwet iceuntil the
road issalted orsanded.
. Watch forslippery spots(glaring ice).These
may appear onanotherwise clearroadin
shaded areas.Ifapatch ofice isseen ahead,
brake before reaching it.Try not tobrake
while actually onthe ice, and avoid any
sudden steering maneuvers.
. Donot use cruise control onslippery roads.
. Snow cantrap dangerous exhaustgasunder
your vehicle. Keepsnow clearofthe exhaust
pipe andfrom around yourvehicle.
BA TTER Y
T32A1308 27-BD622 040-1F8F-4 FB6-8DF8-8 96F8AF3E92 5
If the battery isnot fully charged duringextremely cold
weather conditions, thebattery fluidmayfreeze and
damage thebattery .To maintain maximum efficiency,
the battery shouldbechecked regularly.For details,
see ªBatteryº (P.8-20) ofthis manual.
ENGINE COOLANT
T32A1308 27-1902E3 10-78AC-4591-9565-1 9BAB071E173
If the vehicle isto be left outside withoutanti-freeze,
drain thecooling system, including theengine block.
Refill before operating thevehicle. Fordetails, see
ªChanging enginecoolantº (P.8-9) ofthis manual.
TIRE EQUIPMENT
T32A130 827-77A3E3 81-71B6-489C -8E41-9907068B0B92
1. Ifyou have snow tiresinstalled onthe front/rear
wheels ofyour vehicle, theyshould beofthe same
size, loading range,construction andtype (bias,
bias-belted orradial) asthe rear/front tires.
2. Ifthe vehicle isto be operated insevere winter
conditions, snowtiresshould beinstalled onall
four wheels.
3. Foradditional tractiononicy roads, studded tires
may beused. However, somecountries, provinces
and states prohibit theiruse.Check local,state
and provincial lawsbefore installing studdedtires.
Skid andtraction capabilities ofstudded
snow tires,onwet ordry surfaces, maybe
poorer thanthatofnon-studded snowtires.
4. Snow chains maybeused ifdesired. Makesure
they arethe proper sizeforthe tires onyour
vehicle andareinstalled according tothe chain
manufacturer's instructions.Usechain tensioners
when recommended bythe tire chain manufac-
turer toensure atight fit.Loose endlinks ofthe tire
chains mustbesecured orremoved toprevent the
possibility ofwhipping actiondamage tothe
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