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occurs, the gears automatically engage and
lock into third gear.
See the ªDriving the vehicleº in the ª5. Starting
and drivingº section for fail-safe before visiting
your NISSAN dealer.
Turn signal/hazard indicator
lights
The light flashes when the turn signal switch
lever or hazard switch is turned on.
High beam indicator light
(Blue)
This light comes on when the headlight high
beam is on and goes out when the low beam is
selected.
Cruise main switch indicator
light
The light comes on when the cruise control
main switch is pushed. The light goes out
when the main switch is pushed again. When
the cruise main switch indicator light comes
on, the cruise control system is operational.
Cruise set indicator light
The light comes on while the vehicle speed is
controlled by the cruise control system. If the
light blinks while the engine is running, it mayindicate there is something wrong with the
cruise control system. Have the system
checked by your NISSAN dealer.
Malfunction indicator lamp
(MIL)
If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on
steady or blinks while the engine is running, it
may indicate a potential emission control prob-
lem.
The malfunction indicator lamp may also come
on steady if the fuel filler cap is loose or
missing, or if the vehicle runs out of fuel.
Check to make sure the fuel filler cap is
installed and closed tightly, and that the ve-
hicle has at least three gallons of fuel in the
fuel tank.
After a few driving trips, the
lamp should
turn off if no other potential emission control
system problem exists.
Operation
The malfunction indicator lamp will come on in
one of two ways:
IMalfunction indicator lamp on steady Ð An
emission control system malfunction has
been detected. Check the fuel filler cap. If
the fuel filler cap is loose or missing, tighten
or install the cap and continue to drive thevehicle. The
lamp should turn off after
a few driving trips. If the
lamp does
not turn off after a few driving trips, have the
vehicle inspected by an authorized NISSAN
dealer. You do not need to have your
vehicle towed to the dealer.
IMalfunction indicator lamp blinking Ð An
engine misfire has been detected which
may damage the emission control system.
To reduce or avoid emission control system
damage:
a) Do not drive at speeds above 45 MPH
(72 km/h).
b) Avoid hard acceleration or deceleration.
c) Avoid steep uphill grades.
d) If possible, reduce the amount of cargo
being hauled or towed.
The malfunction indicator lamp may stop
blinking and come on steady.
Have the vehicle inspected by an autho-
rized NISSAN dealer. You do not need to
have your vehicle towed to the dealer.
CAUTION
Continued vehicle operation without
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unless the drivers seat belt is securely fas-
tened.Brake pad wear warningThe disc brake pads have audible wear warn-
ings. When a brake pad requires replacement,
it will make a high pitched scraping sound
when the vehicle is in motion whether or not
the brake pedal is depressed. Have the brakes
checked as soon as possible if the warning
sound is heard.
Your vehicle has two types of security sys-
tems, as follows:
ITheft warning (if so equipped)
INissan Vehicle Immobilizer System
The security condition will be shown by the
security indicator light.
THEFT WARNING (if so equipped)The theft warning system provides visual and
audio alarm signals if parts of the vehicle are
disturbed.
Security indicator lightThis light will indicate for the theft warning
system and the Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer
system.
This light blinks whenever the ignition switch is
in the LOCK, OFF or ACC position. This
function indicates the security systems
equipped on the vehicle are operational.How to activate the theft warning
system1. Close all windows.
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The system can be activated even if the
windows are open.
2. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
3. Close and lock all doors, hood and trunk lid.
The doors can be locked either with or
without the key.
Multi-remote controller equipped models:
Close and lock all doors, hood and trunk lid.
Lock all doors by the key or pressing the
LOCK button on the multi-remote controller.
At this time, the hazard indicators flash
twice to indicate all doors are locked.
4. Confirm that the SECURITY indicator light
comes on. The SECURITY light glows for
about 30 seconds and then blink. The sys-
tem is now activated. If, during this 30
second time period, the door is unlocked by
the key or the multi-remote controller, or the
ignition key is turned to ACC or ON, the
system will not activate.
IIf the key is turned slowly toward the
front of the vehicle when locking the
door, the system may not activate. If the
key is returned beyond the vertical po-
sition toward the rear of the vehicle to
remove the key, the system may be
deactivated. If the indicator light fails to
glow for 30 seconds, unlock the dooronce and lock it again.
IEven when the driver and/or passengers
are in the vehicle, the system will acti-
vate with all doors, hood and trunk lid
locked and ignition key off. Turn the
ignition key to ACC to turn the system
off.
Theft warning system operationThe warning system will give the following
alarm:
IThe headlights blink and the horn sounds
intermittently.
IThe alarm automatically turns off after 2 to
3 minutes. However, the alarm reactivates
if the vehicle is tampered with again. The
alarm can be shut off by unlocking a door or
trunk lid with the key, or by pressing the
UNLOCK button on the multi-remote con-
troller.
The alarm is activated by:
IOpening the door without using the key or
multi-remote controller.
IOpening the trunk lid without using the key
or multi-remote controller or opening the
trunk lid by operating the opener release
button.IOpening the hood.
How to stop alarmThe alarm will stop only by unlocking a door or
trunk lid with the key, or by pressing the
UNLOCK button on multi-remote controller.
The alarm will not stop if the ignition switch is
turned to ACC or ON.
If the system does not operate as de-
scribed above, have it checked by your
NISSAN dealer.NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEMThe Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System will
not allow the engine to start without the use of
the registered Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer Sys-
tem key.
If the engine fails to start using the registered
Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System key, it may
be due to interference caused by another
Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System key, an
automated toll road device or automated pay-
ment device on the key ring. Restart the en-
gine using the following procedures:
1. Leave the ignition switch in the ON position
for approximately 5 seconds.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF or LOCK
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Be sure not to put anything on top of the
photo sensor located on the top left-hand
side of the instrument panel. The photo
sensor controls the autolamp; if it is cov-
ered, the photo sensor reacts as if it is dark
and the headlights will illuminate.Battery saver systemIWhen the headlight switch is in the
or
position while the ignition switch is in
the ON position, the lights (including the
front fog light) will automatically turn off 45
seconds after the ignition switch has been
turned to the OFF position. However, the
lights will turn off if the driver's or frontpassenger's door is opened in this condi-
tion.
IWhen the headlight switch remains in the
or
position after the lights auto-
matically turn off, the lights will turn on
when the ignition switch is turned to the ON
position from the OFF position.CAUTION
IWhen you turn on the headlight
switch after the lights automatically
turn off, the lights will not turn off
automatically. Be sure to turn the
light switch to the OFF position when
you leave the vehicle for extended
periods of time, otherwise the battery
will go dead.
INever leave the light switch on when
the engine is not running for ex-
tended periods of time.
Instrument brightness controlThe instrument brightness control operates
when the light switch is in the
or
position.
Turn the control to adjust the brightness of
instrument panel lights (except clock) and
power window switch lights.
When the control is turned to the right until a
click sound is heard, the light intensity will be
at maximum. When the control is turned to the
left until a click sound is heard, the light will be
turned off.
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CAUTION
IAvoid abrupt starting and braking
when the cup holder is being used to
prevent spilling the drink. If the liquid
is hot, it can scald you or your pas-
senger.
IUse only soft cups in the cup holder.
Hard objects can injure you in an
accident.
GLOVE BOXWhen locking or unlocking the glove box, use
the master key.
The glove box may be opened by pulling the
handle.
WARNING
Keep glove box lid closed while driving
to help prevent injury in an accident or a
sudden stop.
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WARNING
IProperly secure all cargo to help pre-
vent it from sliding or shifting.
IBe sure to secure hooks into the
retainers. The cargo restrained in the
net must not exceed 30 lb (13.6 kg) or
the net may not stay secured.
POWER WINDOWS
WARNING
IMake sure that all passengers have
their hands, etc. inside the vehicle
before closing the windows. Use the
window lock switch to prevent unex-
pected use of the power windows.
IDo not leave children unattended in-
side the vehicle. They could unknow-
ingly activate switches or controlsand become trapped in a window.
Unattended children could become
involved in serious accidents.
The power windows operate when the ignition
key is in the ON position and for about 45
seconds, after the ignition key is turned to the
OFF position. If the driver's door or the front
passenger's door is opened during this period
of about 45 seconds, power to the windows is
canceled.
To open or close the window, push down or
pull up the switch and hold it. The main switch
(driver side switches) will open or close all the
windows.
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The passenger side switch will open or close
only the corresponding window. To open or
close the window, hold the switch down or up.Locking passenger's windowsWhen the lock button is pushed in, only the
driver side window can be opened or closed.
Push it in again to cancel.
Automatic operationTo fully open or close the driver's side window,
completely press or lift the switch and release
it; it need not be held. The window will auto-
matically open or close all the way. To stop the
window, just press the switch on the opposite
side.Auto reverse function (For driver's
window)If the control unit detects something caught in
the driver's window as it moves up, the window
will be immediately lowered.The auto reverse function can be activated
when the driver's window is closed by auto-
matic operation when the ignition key is in the
ON position or for about 45 seconds after the
ignition key is turned to the OFF position.
IDepending on the environment or driv-
ing conditions, the auto reverse function
may be activated if an impact or load
similar to something being caught in the
window occurs.
WARNING
There are some small distances imme-
diately before the closed position which
cannot be detected. Make sure that all
passengers have their hands, etc., in-
side the vehicle before closing the win-
dow.
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WARNING
IIn an accident you could be thrown
from the vehicle through an open
sunroof. Always use seat belts and
child restraints.
IDo not allow anyone to stand up or
extend any portion of their body out
of the opening while the vehicle is in
motion or while the sunroof is clos-
ing.
CAUTION
IRemove water drops, snow, ice or
sand from the sunroof before open-
ing.
IDo not place any heavy object on the
sunroof or surrounding area.If the sunroof does not closeHave your NISSAN dealer check and repair
the sunroof.The digital clock displays time when the igni-
tion key is in ACC or ON.
If the power supply is disconnected, the clock
will not indicate the correct time. Readjust the
time.
ADJUSTING THE TIMEPush theHbutton to adjust the hour.
Push theMbutton to adjust the minute.
CEILINGThe ceiling light has a three-position switch.
When the switch is in the centerqposition, the
light will illuminate when a door is opened.
The light will stay on for about 30 seconds
when:
IThe doors are unlocked by the multi-remote
controller while all doors are closed and
locked with the key in the ignition switch.
IThe driver's door is unlocked while the key
is removed from the ignition switch and all
doors are closed and locked.
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IThe driver's door is opened and then closed
while the key is removed from the ignition
switch.
IThe key is removed from the ignition switch
while all doors are closed.
The ceiling light will turn off while the 30
second timer is activated, when:
IThe driver's door is locked either with the
multi-remote controller, a key, the door lock
knob, or the lock-unlock switch.
IThe ignition switch is turned ON.
When the interior light switch or personal
light switch is in the ON position, the inte-
rior, personal, vanity mirror and trunk
lights will automatically turn off 10 minutes
after the ignition switch has been turned to
the OFF position. To turn on the light again,
insert the key into the ignition switch and
move it to the ON position.
After the above procedure, the interior, per-
sonal, vanity mirror or trunk lights will auto-
matically turn off 10 minutes after the latest
operation of the following with the ignition
switch in the ACC or OFF position:
IOpening or closing any door or trunk lid
ILocking or unlocking the driver's doorIInserting or removing a key from the ignition
switch
These lights will turn on again when any of the
above operations is performed after the lights
have turned off automatically. (The lights will
turn off 10 minutes after the latest operation of
the above as well.)
CAUTION
ITurn off the interior, personal and
vanity mirror lights when you leave
the vehicle.
IDo not use for extended periods of
time with the engine stopped. This
could result in a discharged battery.When the interior light or the personal light
switch is in the ON position, the interior,
personal, vanity mirror and trunk lights will
automatically turn off 10 minutes after the
ignition switch has been turned to the OFF
position. To turn on the light again, insert
the key into the ignition switch and move it
to the ON position.
After the above procedure, the interior, per-
sonal, vanity mirror or trunk lights will auto-
matically turn off 10 minutes after the latest
operation of the following with the ignition
switch in the ACC or OFF position:
IOpening or closing any door or trunk lid
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ILocking or unlocking the driver's door
IInserting or removing a key from the ignition
switch
These lights will turn on again when any of the
above operations is performed after the lights
have turned off automatically. (The lights will
turn off 10 minutes after the latest operation of
the above as well.)
CAUTION
ITurn off the interior, personal andvanity mirror lights when you leave
the vehicle.
IDo not use for extended periods of
time with the engine stopped. This
could result in a discharged battery.
The light on the vanity mirror will turn on when
the cover on the vanity mirror is opened.
When the interior light or the personal light
switch is in the ON position, the interior,
personal, vanity mirror and trunk lights will
automatically turn off 10 minutes after the
ignition switch has been turned to the OFF
position. To turn on the light again, insert
the key into the ignition switch and move it
to the ON position.
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SIC0186
VANITY MIRROR LIGHT (if so
equipped)
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