fuel pressure NISSAN CUBE 2010 3.G Owners Manual

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Model "Z12-D" EDITED: 2009/ 9/ 17
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning
light
Low fuel warning light
High beam indicator light
Low tire pressure warning light
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
Brake warning light
Low washer fluid warning light*
Overdrive off indicator light*
P position selecting warning light*
Security indicator light
Charge warning light
Seat belt warning light
Slip indicator light
Door open warning light
Supplemental air bag warning light
Low beam indicator light
Electric power steering warning light
Front passenger air bag status light
Turn signal/hazard indicator lights
Engine oil pressure warning light
Cruise indicator light*
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off indicator
light
Intelligent Key system warning light*
Engine start operation indicator light**: if so equipped
CHECKING BULBSWith all doors closed, apply the parking brake
and place the ignition switch in the ON position
without starting the engine. The following lights
will come on:
,
or
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,
,
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The following lights come on briefly and then go off (if so equipped):
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or
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,
,
,
,
,
,
If any light does not come on, it may indicate a
burned-out bulb or an open circuit in the
electrical system. Have the system checked by
a NISSAN dealer.
WARNING LIGHTS
or
Anti-lock Braking System
(ABS) warning light
When the ignition switch is in the ON position,
the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning
light illuminates and then turns off. This indicates
WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND
AUDIBLE REMINDERS2-10
Instruments and controls

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Electric power steering warning
light
When the ignition switch is in the ON position,
the electric power steering warning light illumi-
nates. After starting the engine, the electric
power steering warning light turns off. This
indicates the electric power steering system is
operational.
If the electric power steering warning light
illuminates while the engine is running, it may
indicate the electric power steering system is
not functioning properly and may need servicing.
Have the electric power steering system
checked by a NISSAN dealer.
When the electric power steering warning light
illuminates with the engine running, the power
assist to the steering will cease operation but
you will still have control of the vehicle. At this
time, greater steering efforts are required to
operate the steering wheel, especially in sharp
turns and at low speeds.
See “ELECTRIC POWER STEERING SYS-
TEM” in the “5. Starting and driving” section.
Engine oil pressure warning light
This light warns of low engine oil pressure. If the
light flickers or illuminates during normal driving,pull off the road in a safe area, stop the engine
immediately
and call a NISSAN dealer or other
authorized repair shop.
The engine oil pressure warning light is
not designed to indicate a low oil level.
Use the dipstick to check the oil level. (See
“ENGINE OIL” 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. Such damage is not cov-
ered by warranty. Turn off the engine as
soon as it is safe to do so.
Intelligent Key system warning light
(if so equipped)
After the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, this light comes on for about 2 seconds
and then turns off.
This light illuminates or blinks as follows:
. The light blinks in yellow when the door is
closed with the Intelligent Key left outside
the vehicle and the ignition switch in the
ACC or ON position. Make sure that the Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle.
. The light blinks in green when the Intelligent
Key battery is running out of power. Replace
the battery with a new one. (See “KEY
BATTERY REPLACEMENT” in the “8. Main-
tenance and do-it-yourself” section.)
. The light illuminates in yellow when it warns
of a malfunction with the electrical steering
lock system or the Intelligent Key system.
If the warning light illuminates in yellow while the
engine is stopped, it may be impossible to free
the steering lock or to start the engine. If the
light comes on while the engine is running, you
can drive the vehicle. However in these cases,
contact a NISSAN dealer for repair as soon as
possible.
Low fuel warning light
This light illuminates when the fuel in the tank is
getting low. Refuel as soon as it is convenient,
preferably before the fuel gauge reaches the 0
(empty) position.
There will be a small reserve of fuel
remaining in the tank when the fuel gauge
reaches the 0 position.
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Instruments and controls

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OPERATING TIPS.When the engine coolant temperature and
outside air temperature are low, the air flow
from the foot outlets may not operate for a
maximum of 150 seconds. This is not a
malfunction. After the coolant temperature
warms up, air will flow normally from the foot
outlets.
. The automatic air conditioner is equipped
with sensors as illustrated. The sensors
*A
and
*B
on the instrument panel help
maintain a constant temperature. Do not
put anything on or around these sensors.
IN-CABIN MICROFILTERThe air conditioning system is equipped with an
in-cabin microfilter which collects dirt, pollen,
dust, etc. To make sure the air conditioner heats,
defogs, and ventilates efficiently, replace the
filter according to the specified maintenance log
shown in the NISSAN Service and Maintenance
Guide. To replace the filter, contact a NISSAN
dealer.
The filter should be replaced if the air flow
decreases significantly or if windows fog
up easily when operating the heater or air
conditioning system.
SERVICING AIR CONDITIONERThe air conditioner system in your NISSAN is
charged with a refrigerant designed with the
environment in mind. This refrigerant will not
harm the earth’s ozone layer. Special char-
ging equipment and lubricant are required when
servicing your NISSAN air conditioner. Using
improper refrigerants or lubricants will cause
severe damage to your air conditioner system.
(See “CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED
FUEL/LUBRICANTS” in the “9. Technical and
consumer information” section for air conditioner
system refrigerant and lubricant recommenda-
tions.)
A NISSAN dealer will be able to service your
environmentally friendly air conditioner system.
WARNING
The system contains refrigerant under
high pressure. To avoid personal injury,
any air conditioner service should be
done only by an experienced technician
with the proper equipment.
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5 Starting and driving
Model "Z12-D" EDITED: 2009/ 9/ 17
Precautions when starting and driving..................... 5-2
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ......................... 5-2
Three-way catalyst .......................................... 5-2
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ............. 5-3
Avoiding collision and rollover ........................... 5-5
Off-road recovery ........................................... 5-5
Rapid air pressure loss .................................... 5-6
Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving ...................... 5-6
Ignition switch
(models without Intelligent Key system) ................... 5-7
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) ............ 5-7
Manual Transmission (MT) ................................ 5-8
Key positions ................................................ 5-8
Push-button ignition switch
(models with Intelligent Key system) ....................... 5-9
Operating range for engine start function ............. 5-9
Push-button ignition switch operation. ............... 5-10
Push-button ignition switch positions ................ 5-10
Intelligent Key battery discharge ...................... 5-11
Before starting the engine .................................. 5-12
Starting the engine ........................................... 5-12
Models without Intelligent Key system ............... 5-12
Models with Intelligent Key system ................... 5-13Driving the vehicle
............................................ 5-14
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) .......... 5-14
Manual Transmission (MT) .............................. 5-18
Parking brake .................................................. 5-20
Cruise control (if so equipped) ............................ 5-20
Precautions on cruise control .......................... 5-20
Cruise control operations ............................... 5-21
Break-in schedule ............................................ 5-22
Increasing fuel economy .................................... 5-23
Parking/parking on hills ...................................... 5-24
Electric power steering system ............................ 5-25
Brake system .................................................. 5-26
Braking precautions ...................................... 5-26
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ...................... 5-26
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system ................. 5-28
Cold weather driving ......................................... 5-29
Freeing a frozen door lock .............................. 5-29
Anti-freeze .................................................. 5-29
Battery ...................................................... 5-29
Draining of coolant water ............................... 5-29
Tire equipment ............................................ 5-30
Special winter equipment ............................... 5-30
Driving on snow or ice .................................. 5-30
Engine block heater (if so equipped) ................. 5-30

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WARNING
.The exhaust gas and the exhaust
system are very hot. Keep people,
animals or flammable materials
away from the exhaust system com-
ponents.
. Do not stop or park the vehicle over
flammable materials such as dry
grass, waste paper or rags. They
may ignite and cause a fire.
CAUTION
.Do not use leaded gasoline. Depos-
its from leaded gasoline will ser-
iously reduce the three-way
catalyst’s ability to help reduce ex-
haust pollutants.
. Keep your engine tuned up. Mal-
functions in the ignition, fuel injec-
tion, or electrical systems can cause
overrich fuel flow into the three-way
catalyst, causing it to overheat. Do
not keep driving if the engine mis-
fires, or if noticeable loss of perfor-
mance or other unusual operating
conditions are detected. Have the vehicle inspected promptly by a
NISSAN dealer.
. Avoid driving with an extremely low
fuel level. Running out of fuel could
cause the engine to misfire, dama-
ging the three-way catalyst.
. Do not race the engine while warm-
ing it up.
. Do not push or tow your vehicle to
start the engine.
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYS-
TEM (TPMS)Each tire, including the spare (if provided) ,
should be checked monthly when cold and
inflated to the inflation pressure recommended
by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle
placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your
vehicle has tires of a different size than the size
indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation
pressure label, you should determine the proper
tire inflation pressure for those tires.)
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has
been equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire
pressure telltale when one or more of your tires
is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when
the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you
should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pres-
sure. Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire
causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire
failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel effi-
ciency and tire tread life, and may affect the
vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for
proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s
responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure,
even if under-inflation has not reached the level
to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire
pressure telltale.
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a
TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the
system is not operating properly. The TPMS
malfunction indicator is combined with the low
tire pressure telltale. When the system detects a
malfunction, the telltale will flash for approxi-
mately one minute and then remain continuously
illuminated. This sequence will continue upon
subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the
malfunction exists. When the malfunction indi-
cator is illuminated, the system may not be able
to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended.
TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of
reasons, including the installation of replace-
ment or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle
that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly.
Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale
after replacing one or more tires or wheels on
your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or
Starting and driving
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.Accelerate slowly and smoothly. Maintain
cruising speeds with a constant accelerator
position.
. Drive at moderate speeds on the highway.
Driving at high speed lowers fuel economy.
. Avoid unnecessary stopping and braking.
Keep a safe distance behind other vehicles.
. Select a gear range suitable to road condi-
tions.
. Avoid unnecessary engine idling.
. Keep your engine tuned up.
. Follow the recommended periodic mainte-
nance schedule.
. Keep the tires inflated to the correct
pressure. Low tire pressure increases tire
wear and lowers fuel economy.
. Keep the wheels in correct alignment.
Improper alignment increases tire wear and
lowers fuel economy.
. Air conditioner operation lowers fuel econ-
omy. Use the air conditioner only when
necessary.
. When cruising at highway speeds, it is more
economical to use the air conditioner and
leave the windows closed to reduce drag. .
Use the recommended viscosity engine oil.
(See “ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER
RECOMMENDATION” in the “9. Technical
and consumer information” section.)INCREASING FUEL ECONOMY
Starting and driving
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When performing any inspection or mainte-
nance work on your vehicle, always take care
to prevent serious accidental injury to yourself or
damage to the vehicle. The following are general
precautions which should be closely observed.
WARNING
.Park the vehicle on a level surface,
apply the parking brake securely
and block the wheels to prevent
the vehicle from moving. Move the
selector lever to the P (Park) posi-
tion or the shift lever to the N
(Neutral) position.
. Be sure the ignition switch is in the
OFF or LOCK position when per-
forming any parts replacement or
repairs.
. If you must work with the engine
running, keep your hands, clothing,
hair and tools away from moving
fans, belts and any other moving
parts.
. It is advisable to secure or remove
any loose clothing and remove any
jewelry, such as rings, watches, etc.
before working on your vehicle.
. Always wear eye protection when- ever you work on your vehicle.
. If you must run the engine in an
enclosed space such as a garage, be
sure there is proper ventilation for
exhaust gases to escape.
. Never get under the vehicle while it
is supported only by a jack. If it is
necessary to work under the vehicle,
support it with safety stands.
. Keep smoking materials, flame and
sparks away from fuel tank and the
battery.
. The fuel filter or fuel lines should be
serviced by a NISSAN dealer be-
cause the fuel lines are under high
pressure even when the engine is
off.
CAUTION
.Do not work under the hood while
the engine is hot. Turn the engine
off and wait until it cools down.
. Avoid direct contact with used en-
gine oil and coolant. Improperly
disposed engine oil, and engine
coolant and/or other vehicle fluids
can damage the environment. Al- ways conform to local regulations
for disposal of vehicle fluid.
. Never leave the engine or the CVT
related component harnesses dis-
connected while the ignition switch
is in the ON position.
. Never connect or disconnect the
battery or any transistorized com-
ponent while the ignition switch is
in the ON position.
. Your vehicle is equipped with an
automatic engine cooling fan. It may
come on at any time without warn-
ing, even if the ignition key is in the
OFF position and the engine is not
running. To avoid injury, always
disconnect the negative battery
cable before working near the fan.
This “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section
gives instructions regarding only those items
which are relatively easy for an owner to perform.
A genuine NISSAN Service Manual is also
available. (See “OWNER’S MANUAL/SERVICE
MANUAL ORDER INFORMATION” in the “9.
Technical and consumer information” section.)
Youshouldbeawarethatincompleteor
improper servicing may result in operating
MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS
Maintenance and do-it-yourself
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General maintenance................................ 8-2
Glove box. .......................................... 2-33
H
Hands-Free Phone System, Bluetooth
®.......... 4-44
Hazard warning flasher switch .................... 2-27
Head restraints ....................................... 1-6
Headlights Bulb replacement .............................. 8-26
Headlight switch ............................... 2-23
Heater Engine block heater ........................... 5-30
Heater and air conditioner operation ........... 4-6
Hood release ....................................... 3-21
Hook Luggage hook .................................. 2-34
Utility hooks .................................... 2-35
Horn ................................................ 2-28
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Ignition switch (with Intelligent Key system) .................... 5-9
(without Intelligent Key system) ................. 5-7
Key positions ..................................... 5-8
Immobilizer system ................................. 2-19
In-cabin microfilter ................................. 4-12
Indicator lights ..................................... 2-15
Inside mirror ........................................ 3-26
Inspection/maintenance (I/M) test ................ 9-21
Instrument brightness control ..................... 2-26
Instrument panel ..................................... 2-3
Intelligent Key system ............................. 3-10
Intelligent Key system warning light .......... 2-12Key operating range
........................... 3-12
Key operation .................................. 3-13
P position selecting warning light ............ 2-14
Remote keyless operation ..................... 3-17
Interior light replacement .......................... 8-27
Interior lights ....................................... 2-38
iPod
®connecting .................................. 4-33
iPod®player operation ............................. 4-39
ISOFIX child restraint .............................. 1-24
J
Jump starting ......................................... 6-8
K
Keyless entry (See remote keyless entry system) ............. 3-6
With Intelligent Key system
(See Intelligent Key system) .................. 3-17
Keys................................................... 3-2 For Intelligent Key system ..................... 3-10
L
Labels Air bag warning labels ......................... 1-57
Air conditioner specification label ............ 9-10
Emission control information label ............ 9-10
Engine serial number ............................ 9-9
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label. ....... 9-9
Tire and Loading information label .... 8-30, 9-10
Vehicle identification number (VIN) ............. 9-8
LATCH system ..................................... 1-24
License plate, Installing front license plate. ...... 9-11Light
Air bag warning light .......................... 1-57
Bulb replacement .............................. 8-25
Cargo light ..................................... 2-40
Ceiling light ..................................... 2-39
Fog light switch ................................ 2-27
Headlight switch ............................... 2-23
Headlights bulb replacement ................. 8-26
Indicator lights ................................. 2-15
Interior lights ................................... 2-38
Map lights ...................................... 2-38
Replacement ................................... 8-25
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders ....................................... 2-10
Lights, Exterior and interior light replacement . . . 8-27
Loading information
(See vehicle loading information) ................. 9-14
Lock Automatic door locks ............................ 3-5
Back door lock ................................. 3-22
Door locks ........................................ 3-4
Power door lock ................................. 3-4
Low fuel warning light ............................. 2-12
Low tire pressure warning light ................... 2-13
Low tire pressure warning system (See tire
pressure monitoring system (TPMS)) .............. 5-3
Luggage hooks ..................................... 2-34
M
Maintenance Battery .......................................... 8-13
General maintenance ...................... 8-2, 8-2
Inside the vehicle ................................ 8-3
Maintenance precautions ........................ 8-5
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10-4
Maintenance requirements...................... 8-2
Outside the vehicle .............................. 8-2
Seat belt maintenance ......................... 1-22
Malfunction indicator light (MIL) .................. 2-15
Manual air conditioner ............................... 4-6
Manual front seat adjustment ....................... 1-3
Map lights .......................................... 2-38
Mechanical key (Intelligent Key system) ............ 3-4
Meter Trip computer .................................... 2-8
Meters and gauges .................................. 2-4
Instrument brightness control ................. 2-26
Mirror Inside mirror .................................... 3-26
Outside mirrors ................................ 3-27
Monitor, Rearview monitor .......................... 4-2
N
New vehicle break-in .............................. 5-22
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System ............. 2-19
O
Odometer ............................................. 2-5
Off-road recovery .................................... 5-5
Oil Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ......................................... 9-2
Changing engine oil and filter ................... 8-9
Checking engine oil level ........................ 8-9
Engine oil ......................................... 8-9
Engine oil viscosity .............................. 9-5
Outside air temperature display .................... 2-7
Outside mirrors .................................... 3-27 Overdrive OFF switch
............................. 5-16
Overheat, If your vehicle overheats ............... 6-11
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual order
information .......................................... 9-22
P
Panic alarm .................................... 3-8, 3-18
Parking Parking brake operation ....................... 5-20
Parking on hills ................................. 5-24
Phone Bluetooth
®Hands-Free Phone System ...... 4-44
Car phone or CB radio ........................ 4-44
Power Electric power steering system ............... 5-25
Power door lock ................................. 3-4
Power outlet .................................... 2-31
Power windows ................................ 2-36
Precautions Audio operation ................................ 4-13
Braking precautions ........................... 5-26
Child restraints ................................. 1-23
Cruise control .................................. 5-20
Maintenance ...................................... 8-5
Seat belt usage ................................ 1-12
Supplemental restraint system ................ 1-44
When starting and driving ....................... 5-2
Push starting ....................................... 6-10
Push-button ignition switch .................. 5-9, 5-10
R
Radio ............................................... 4-13
Car phone or CB radio ........................ 4-44 FM-AM-SAT radio with Compact Disc
(CD) player
..................................... 4-35
Steering wheel audio controls ................ 4-41
Rapid air pressure loss .............................. 5-6
Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M)
test .................................................. 9-21
Rear center seat belt .............................. 1-20
Rear door lock, Child safety rear door lock ........ 3-6
Rear seats ............................................ 1-4
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch ............................................... 2-23
Rear window wiper and washer switch .......... 2-22
Rearview monitor .................................... 4-2
Recorders, Event data ............................. 9-21
Registering your vehicle in another country ........ 9-8
Remote keyless entry function, For Intelligent
Key system ......................................... 3-17
Remote keyless entry system ....................... 3-6
Reporting safety defects (US only) ............... 9-20
Rollover ............................................... 5-5
S
Safety Child seat belts ................................ 1-15
Reporting safety defects (US only) ........... 9-20
Satellite radio operation ........................... 4-36
Seat adjustment Front manual seat adjustment. .................. 1-3
Front seats ....................................... 1-3
Seat belt(s) Child safety ..................................... 1-15
Infants ........................................... 1-15
Injured persons ................................. 1-16
Larger children ................................. 1-15
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10-6
Transmission selector lever lock release..... 5-17
Transmitter (See remote keyless entry system) .... 3-6
Transmitter, With Intelligent Key system
(See Intelligent Key system) ...................... 3-17
Traveling or registering your vehicle in another
country ................................................ 9-8
Trip computer ........................................ 2-8
Turn signal switch .................................. 2-26
U
Underbody cleaning ................................. 7-3
Uniform tire quality grading ....................... 9-19
V
Variable voltage control system ................... 8-15
Vehicle Dimensions and weights ........................ 9-8
Identification number (VIN) ...................... 9-8
Information display ............................... 2-7
Loading information ............................ 9-14
Recovery (freeing a stuck vehicle) ............ 6-15
Security system ................................ 2-17
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch . . . 2-28
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) system ...... 5-28
Ventilators ............................................ 4-5
Voice command
(See Bluetooth
®Hands-Free Phone System) . . . 4-50
W
Warning Hazard warning flasher switch ................ 2-27
Lights ........................................... 2-10 Tire pressure monitoring system
(TPMS)
..................................... 5-3, 6-2
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders ....................................... 2-10
Warning labels, Air bag warning labels .......... 1-57
Warning light Air bag warning light ................... 1-57, 2-14
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) warning
light ............................................. 2-10
Brake warning light ............................ 2-11
Door open warning light ....................... 2-11
Electric power steering warning light ........ 2-12
Intelligent Key system warning light .......... 2-12
Low fuel warning light ......................... 2-12
Low tire pressure warning light ............... 2-13
Seat belt warning light ........................ 2-14
Warranty, Emission control system warranty ..... 9-20
Washer switch Rear window wiper and washer switch ...... 2-22
Windshield wiper and washer switch ........ 2-20
Washing .............................................. 7-2
Waxing ................................................ 7-3
Weights (See dimensions and weights) ........... 9-8
Wheel/tire size ....................................... 9-7
Wheels and tires ................................... 8-28
Care of wheels ................................... 7-3
Cleaning aluminum alloy wheels ................ 7-4
Window washer fluid .............................. 8-12
Window(s) Cleaning .......................................... 7-3
Power windows ................................ 2-36
Windshield wiper and washer switch ............ 2-20
Wiper Rear window wiper and washer switch ...... 2-22
Rear window wiper blade ..................... 8-19 Windshield wiper and washer switch
........ 2-20
Wiper blades ................................... 8-17
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