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2 Instruments and controlsInstrument panel ....................................................... 2-2
Meters and gauges ................................................... 2-3
Speedometer and odometer ................................ 2-4
Tachometer .......................................................... 2-4
Engine coolant temperature gauge ...................... 2-5
Fuel gauge ........................................................... 2-5
Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders ........ 2-7
Checking bulbs ..................................................... 2-7
Warning lights....................................................... 2-7
Indicator lights ...................................................... 2-9
Audible reminders .............................................. 2-11
Brake pad wear warning .................................... 2-12
Security systems ..................................................... 2-12
Vehivle security system ...................................... 2-12
Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System .................. 2-13
Windshield wiper and washer switch ...................... 2-14
Rear window and outside mirror (if so equipped)
defogger switch ....................................................... 2-15
Headlight and turn signal switch ............................. 2-16
Headlight switch ................................................. 2-16
Turn signal switch .............................................. 2-18
Fog light switch (if so equipped) ............................. 2-18
Hazard warning flasher switch ................................ 2-19
Horn......................................................................... 2-19Heated seats (if so equipped) ................................. 2-20
Traction control system (TCS) cancel switch
(if so equipped) ....................................................... 2-21
Power outlet ............................................................ 2-21
Cigarette lighter and ashtray (accessory) ............... 2-22
Storage .................................................................... 2-22
Trays................................................................... 2-22
Glasses case ...................................................... 2-23
Cup holder .......................................................... 2-23
Glove box ........................................................... 2-24
Console box ....................................................... 2-25
Cargo net (if so equipped) ................................. 2-25
Windows .................................................................. 2-26
Power windows .................................................. 2-26
Sunroof (if so equipped) ......................................... 2-28
Automatic sunroof .............................................. 2-28
Clock ....................................................................... 2-29
Adjusting the time............................................... 2-29
Interior light ............................................................. 2-29
Ceiling................................................................. 2-29
Personal light .......................................................... 2-30
Vanity mirror light (if so equipped) .......................... 2-31
Trunk light ............................................................... 2-32
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Windshield wiper/washer switch (P.2-14)
Instrument brightness control switch (P.2-17)Meters/gauges (P.2-3)
Security indicator light (P.2-12)
Headlight, fog light (if so equipped)
and turn signal switch (P.2-16)
Outside mirror remote control (P.3-15)Fuse box cover (P.8-21)
Tilting steering wheel lock lever (P.3-13)Driver supplemental air bag (P.1-9)
Ignition switch/steering lock (P.5-4) Cruise control main/set switch (P.5-14)
Power outlet (P.2-21) or cigarette lighter (accessory) (P.2-22)Hazard warning flasher switch (P.2-19) Ventilator (P.4-2)
Heater/air conditioner control (P.4-3)
Clock (P.2-29)
Radio/cassette player (P.4-14)/CD player (P.4-19) Rear window and outside mirror (if so equipped) defogger switch (P.2-15)
Passenger supplemental air bag (P.1-9)
Glove box (P.2-24)
Tray (P.2-22) or ashtray (accessory) (P.2-22)
SIC1566
See the page indicated in parentheses for operating details.
Traction control system (TCS) cancel switch (if so equipped) (P.2-21)
Steering switch for audio control (if so equipped) (P.4-24)
INSTRUMENT PANEL2-2
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WARNING
In freezing temperatures the washer so-
lution may freeze on the windshield and
obscure your vision which may lead to
an accident. Warm the windshield with
the defroster before you wash the wind-
shield.
CAUTION
The following could damage the washer
system:
IDo not operate the washer continu-
ously for more than 30 seconds.
IDo not operate the washer if the res-
ervoir tank is empty.To defog/defrost the rear window glass and
outside mirrors, start the engine and push the
switch on. The indicator light will come on.
Push the switch again to turn the defogger off.
It will automatically turn off in approximately 15
minutes.
CAUTION
When cleaning the inner side of the rear
window, be careful not to scratch or
damage the rear window defogger.
SIC1502
REAR WINDOW AND OUTSIDE
MIRROR (if so equipped)
DEFOGGER SWITCH
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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.
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
or ACC 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 even if the
headlights turn off automatically.
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.
SIC1230
IC1284MA
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Headlight beam selectTo select the high beam, push the lever for-
ward. Pull it back to select the low beam.Passing signalPulling the lever toward you will flash the
headlight high beam.Daytime running light system
(Canada only)The headlights automatically illuminate at a
reduced intensity when the engine is started
with the parking brake released. The daytime
running lights operate with the headlight switch
in the OFF position or in the
position.
Turn the headlight switch to theposition
for full illumination when driving at night.
If the parking brake is applied before the
engine is started, the daytime running lights do
not illuminate. The daytime running lights illu-
minate once the parking brake is released.
The daytime running lights will remain on until
the ignition switch is turned off.
WARNING
When the daytime running light system
is active, tail lights on your vehicle are
not on. It is necessary at dusk to turn on
your headlights. Failure to do so could
cause an accident injuring yourself and
others.TURN SIGNAL SWITCH
Turn signalMove the lever up or down to signal the turning
direction. When the turn is completed, the turn
signals cancel automatically.Lane change signalTo indicate a lane change, move the lever up
or down to the point where lights begin flash-
ing.To turn the fog lights on, turn the headlight
switch to the
position, then turn the
switch to theposition. To turn them off,
turn the switch to the OFF position.
The headlights must be on for the fog lights to
operate.
SIC0880
FOG LIGHT SWITCH (if so
equipped)
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To cancel the Traction Control System (TCS),
push the TCS cancel switch. The indicator
will come on. Push it again to turn the
system back on.
See ªTraction control systemº in the ª5. Start-
ing and drivingº section.The power outlet is for powering electrical
accessories such as cellular telephones.
CAUTION
IUse caution as the socket and plug
may be hot during or immediately
after use.
IThis power outlet is not designed for
use with a cigarette lighter unit.
IDo not use with accessories that ex-
ceed a 12 volt, 120W (10A) powerdraw. Do not use double adapters or
more than one electrical accessory.
IUse this power outlet with the engine
running. (If the engine is stopped,
this could result in a discharged bat-
tery.)
IAvoid using when the air conditioner,
headlights or rear window defogger
is on.
IBefore inserting or disconnecting a
plug, be sure to turn off the power
switch of electrical accessory being
used or the ACC power of the vehicle.
IPush the plug in as far as it will go. If
good contact is not made, the plug
may overheat or the internal tempera-
ture fuse may blow.
IWhen not in use, be sure to close the
cap. Do not allow water to contact the
socket.
SIC1065
SIC1533
TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM
(TCS) CANCEL SWITCH (if so
equipped)POWER OUTLET
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indicator and air recirculation lights will turn on.Air recirculation buttonOFF position:
Outside air is drawn into the passenger com-
partment.
Use the off position for normal heater, or air
conditioner operation.
ON position (Indicator light ON):
Interior air is recirculated inside the vehicle.
Push the air recirculation button to the ON
position when driving on a dusty road or to
avoid traffic fumes and for maximum cooling
when using the air conditioner.Air conditioning buttonStart the engine, move the fan control dial to
the desired (1 to 4) position and push the air
conditioning button to turn on the air condi-
tioner. The indicator light will come on when
the air conditioner is on. To stop the air con-
ditioner, push the switch again to return it to
the original position.
The air conditioner cooling function oper-
ates only when the engine is running.
HEATER OPERATION
HeatingThis mode is used to direct hot air from the
floor outlets. Some air will also come from the
defrost vents.
1. Push the air recirculation button to the OFF
position for normal heating.
2. Push the
button in.
3. Turn on the fan control dial.
4. Move the temperature control lever to the
desired position between the middle and
the HOT position.
For quick heating, move the air recirculation
button to the ON position. Be sure to return the
air recirculation button to the OFF position for
normal heating.
VentilationThis mode directs outside air from the side and
center vents.
1. Push the air recirculation button to the OFF
position.
2. Push the
button in.
3. Turn on the fan control dial.4. Move the temperature control lever to the
desired position.
Defrosting or defoggingThis mode is used to defrost/defog the win-
dows.
1. Push the
button in.
2. Turn on the fan control dial.
3. Move the temperature control lever to the
desired position between the middle and
the HOT position.
ITo quickly remove ice or fog from the
windows, turn on the fan control dial to 4
and the temperature control lever to the full
HOT position.
IWhen thebutton is pushed, the air
conditioner will automatically be turned on
to defog the windshield, and the air recircu-
late mode will automatically be turned off.
Outside air is drawn into the passenger
compartment to improve the defogging per-
formance.
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Bi-level heatingThis mode directs outside air from the side and
center vents and hot air from the floor outlets.
1. Push the air recirculation button to the OFF
position.
2. Push the
button in.
3. Turn on the fan control dial.
4. Normally move the temperature control le-
ver to the midpoint between HOT and
COLD.
Heating and defoggingThis mode heats the interior and defogs the
windshield.
1. Push the
button in.
2. Turn on the fan control dial.
3. Move the temperature control lever to the
desired position between the middle and
the HOT position.
Operating tipsIClear snow and ice from the wiper
blades and air inlet in front of the wind-
shield. This will improve heater opera-
tion.
IWhen the
button is pushed, the airrecirculate mode will automatically be
turned off.
Outside air is drawn into the passenger
compartment to improve the defogging per-
formance.
AIR CONDITIONER OPERATIONStart the engine, move the fan control dial to
the desired (1 to 4) position and push in the air
conditioning button to activate the air condi-
tioner. When the air conditioner is on, cooling
and dehumidifying functions will be added to
the heater operation.CoolingThis mode is used to cool and dehumidify.
1. Push the air recirculation button to the OFF
position.
2. Push the
button in.
3. Turn on the fan control dial.
4. Push on the air conditioning button. The
indicator light will come on.
5. Move the temperature control lever to the
desired position.
For quick cooling when the outside tempera-
ture is high, move the air recirculation button to
the ON position. Be sure to return the airrecirculation button to the OFF position for
normal cooling.
Dehumidified heatingThis mode is used to heat and dehumidify.
1. Push the air recirculation button to the OFF
position.
2. Push the
button in.
3. Turn on the fan control dial.
4. Push on the air conditioning button. The
indicator light will come on.
5. Move the temperature control lever to the
desired position.
Dehumidified defoggingThis mode is used to defog the windows and
dehumidify.
1. Push the
button in.
2. Turn on the fan control dial.
3. Push on the air conditioning button. The
indicator light will come on.
4. Move the temperature control lever to the
desired position.
When thebutton is pushed, the air con-
ditioner will automatically be turned on to de-
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1. Push the AUTO button on. (AUTO will be
displayed.)
2. Turn the temperature set dial to the left or
right to set the desired temperature.
IAdjust the temperature set dial to about
75ÉF (24ÉC) for normal operation.
IThe temperature of the passenger compart-
ment will be maintained automatically. Air
flow distribution and fan speed are also
controlled automatically.Heating (ECON)The air conditioner does not activate. When
you need to heat only, use this mode.
1. Push the ECON (Economy) button on.
(ECON will be displayed.)
2. Turn the temperature set dial to the left or
right to set the desired temperature.
IThe temperature of the passenger compart-
ment will be maintained automatically. Air
flow distribution and fan speed are also
controlled automatically.
IDo not set the temperature lower than the
outside air temperature. Otherwise the sys-
tem may not work properly.
INot recommended if windows fog up.
Dehumidified defogging1. Push the DEF button
on. (The indica-
tor light on the button will come on.)
2. Turn the temperature set dial to the left or
right to set the desired temperature.
ITo quickly remove ice from the outside of
the windows, push the manual fan control
button
and set to the maximum posi-
tion.
IAs soon as possible after the windshield is
clean, push the AUTO button to return to
the auto mode.
IWhen the DEF button
is pushed, the
air conditioner will automatically be turned
on at outside temperatures above 23ÉF
(þ5ÉC) to defog the windshield, and the air
recirculate mode will automatically be
turned off.
Outside air is drawn into the passenger
compartment to improve the defogging per-
formance.
MANUAL OPERATION
Fan speed controlPush the fan control button
to manually
control the fan speed.Push the AUTO button to return to automatic
control of the fan speed.
Air recirculationPush the air recirculation button
to recir-
culate interior air inside the vehicle. The indi-
cator light on the switch will come on.
Push it again to make the air inlet controlled
automatically (FRESH, REC/FRE and
RECIRCULATION). The indicator will go out.
The air recirculation button will not be acti-
vated when the air conditioner is in DEF mode.
Air flow controlPushing the manual air flow control button
selects the air outlet to:
: Air flows from center and side ventila-
tors.: Air flows from center and side ventila-
tors and foot outlets.: Air flows mainly from foot outlets.: Air flow from defroster and foot out-
lets.
To turn system offPush the OFF button.
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CAUTION
IDo not touch the bulb.
IUse the same number and wattage as
originally installed:
Wattage 60/55
Bulb no. HB2
IDo not leave the bulb out of the head-
light reflector for a long period of time
as dust, moisture, and smoke may
enter the headlight body and affect
the performance of the headlight.
EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR LIGHTS
Item Wattage (W) Bulb No.
Front turn signal/Clearance light 27/8 S25
Front side marker light 3.8 T10
Front fog light (if so equipped)See an authorized NISSAN
dealer for assistance.
Rear combination light
Turn signal 21 PY21W
Stop/Tail 21/5 T20
Back-up 13 T16
Rear side marker light 3.8 T10
License plate light 5
High-mounted stop light (if so
equipped)21 T20
Interior light 10
Front personal light 10
Step light 2.7 161
Trunk light 3.4 158
Vanity mirror light (if so equipped) 1.4 Ð
Do-it-yourself
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