brake light NISSAN MURANO 2004 1.G Owner's Manual

Lights*:Clean the headlights on a regular basis.
Make sure that the headlights, stop lights, tail
lights, turn signal lights, and other lights are all
operating properly and installed securely. Also
check headlight aim.
Road wheel nuts (lug nuts)*:When checking
the tires, make sure no wheel nuts are missing,
and check for any loose wheel nuts. Tighten if
necessary.
Tire rotation*:Tires should be rotated every
7,500 miles (12,000 km). However, the timing
for tire rotation may vary according to your
driving habits and road surface conditions.
Tires*:Check the pressure with a gauge often
and always prior to long distance trips. If neces-
sary, adjust the pressure in all tires, including the
spare, to the pressure specified. Check carefully
for damage, cuts or excessive wear.
Tire, wheel alignment and balance:If the
vehicle should pull to either side while driving on
a straight and level road, or if you detect uneven
or abnormal tire wear, there may be a need for
wheel alignment.
If the steering wheel or seat vibrates at normal
highway speeds, wheel balancing may be
needed.
For additional information regarding tires, refer to
“Important Tire Safety Information” (US) or “TireSafety Information” (Canada) in the Warranty
Information Booklet.
Windshield:Clean the windshield on a regular
basis. Check the windshield at least every six
months for cracks or other damage. Have a
damaged windshield repaired by a qualified re-
pair facility.
Windshield wiper blades*:Check for cracks
or wear if they do not wipe properly.
Inside the vehicleThe maintenance items listed here should be
checked on a regular basis, such as when
performing periodic maintenance, cleaning the
vehicle, etc.
Accelerator pedal:Check the pedal for
smooth operation and make sure the pedal does
not catch or require uneven effort. Keep the floor
mats away from the pedal.
Brake pedal and booster*:Check the pedal
for smooth operation and make sure it has the
proper distance under it when depressed fully.
Check the brake booster function. Be sure to
keep floor mats away from the pedal.
Brakes:Check that the brakes do not pull the
vehicle to one side when applied.
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
P (Park) position mechanism:On a fairlysteep hill check that the vehicle is held securely
with the selector lever in the P (Park) position
without applying any brakes.
Parking brake*:Check that the lever has the
proper travel and make sure that the vehicle is
held securely on a fairly steep hill when only the
parking brake is applied.
Seat belts:Check that all parts of the seat belt
system (for example, buckles, anchors, adjusters
and retractors) operate properly and smoothly,
and are installed securely. Check the belt web-
bing for cuts, fraying, wear or damage.
Seats:Check seat position controls such as
seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. to ensure
they operate smoothly and that all latches lock
securely in every position. Check that the head
restraints move up and down smoothly and that
the locks hold securely in all latched positions.
Steering wheel:Check for changes in the
steering conditions, such as excessive free play,
hard steering or strange noises.
Warning lights and chimes:Make sure that all
warning lights and chimes are operating prop-
erly.
Windshield defroster:Check that the air
comes out of the defroster outlets properly and
in good quantity when operating the heater or air
conditioner.
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used engine oil may cause skin can-
cer.

Try to avoid direct skin contact with
used oil. If skin contact is made,
wash thoroughly with soap or hand
cleaner as soon as possible.

Keep used engine oil out of reach of
children.
CHANGING ENGINE OIL FILTER1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply
the parking brake.
2. Turn the engine off.
3. Loosen the oil filter with an oil filter wrench.
Remove the oil filter by turning it by hand.
CAUTION
Be careful not to burn yourself, as the
engine oil may be hot.4. Wipe the engine oil filter mounting surface
with a clean rag.
Be sure to remove any old rubber gasket
remaining on the mounting surface of the
engine.
5. Coat the rubber gasket on the new filter with
clean engine oil.
6. Screw in the oil filter until a slight resistance
is felt, then tighten additionally more than 2/3
turn.
Oil filter tightening torque:
11 to 15 ft-lb (15 to 20 N⋅m)
7. Start the engine and check for leakage
around the oil filter. Correct as required.
8. Turn the engine off and wait several minutes.
Check the oil level. Add engine oil if neces-
sary.
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Contact your NISSAN dealer if checking or
replacement is required.
CAUTION

Use only Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid
NS-2. Do not mix with other fluids.

Using transmission fluid other than
Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2 will
damage the CVT transmission, which
is not covered by the NISSAN new
vehicle limited warranty.
The specified CVT fluid is also described on
caution labels located in the engine compart-
ment.Check the fluid level in the reservoir tank.
The fluid level should be checked using the HOT
range at fluid temperatures of 122 to 176°F (50
to 80°C) or using the COLD range at fluid
temperatures of 32 to 86°F (0 to 30°C).
CAUTION

Do not overfill.

Use Genuine NISSAN PSF or equiva-
lent.Check the fluid level in the reservoir. If the fluid is
below the MIN line or the brake warning light
comes on, add Genuine Nissan Super Heavy
Duty Brake Fluid or equivalentDOT 3(US
FMVSS No. 116) fluid up to the MAX line. If fluid
must be added frequently, the system should be
thoroughly checked by your NISSAN dealer.
WARNING
Use only new fluid. Old, inferior, or con-
taminated fluid may damage the brake
system. The use of improper fluids can
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damage the brake system and affect the
vehicle’s stopping ability.
CAUTION
Do not spill the fluid on painted sur-
faces. This will damage the paint. If fluid
is spilled, wash with water.
Add fluid when the low washer fluid warning light
comes on. Add a washer solvent to the water for
better cleaning. In the winter season, add a
windshield washer antifreeze. Follow the manu-
facturer’s instructions for the mixture ratio.
Recommended fluid is Genuine Nissan Wind-
shield Washer Concentrate Cleaner & Anti-
freeze Fluid or equivalent.
WARNING
Antifreeze is poisonous and should be
stored carefully in marked containers
out of the reach of children.
CAUTION
Do not substitute engine antifreeze
coolant for window washer solution.
This may result in damage to the paint.
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WINDOW WASHER FLUID
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CHECKING BRAKE PEDALWith the engine running, check the distance
between the upper surface of the pedal and the
metal floor. If it is out of the range shown above,
see your NISSAN dealer.Self-adjusting brakesYour vehicle is equipped with self-adjusting
brakes.
The disc-type brakes self-adjust every time the
brake pedal is applied.
WARNING
See your NISSAN dealer and have it
checked if the brake pedal height does
not return to normal.Brake pad wear indicatorsThe disc brake pads on your vehicle have au-
dible wear indicators. When a brake pad re-
quires replacement, it will make a high pitched
scraping or screeching 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 wear indicator sound is heard.
Under some driving or climate conditions, occa-
sional brake squeak, squeal or other noise may
be heard. Occasional brake noise during light to
moderate stops is normal and does not affect
the function or performance of the brake system.
Proper brake inspection intervals should
be followed.For additional information, see the
separate Service and Maintenance Guide.
BRAKE BOOSTERCheck the brake booster function as follows:
1. With the engine off, press and release the
brake pedal several times. When brake pedal
movement (distance of travel) remains the
same from one pedal application to the next,
continue on to the next step.
2. While depressing the brake pedal, start the
engine. The pedal height should drop a little.
3. With the brake pedal depressed, stop the
engine. Keeping the pedal depressed for
about 30 seconds, the pedal height should
not change.
4. Run the engine for one minute without de-
pressing the brake pedal, then turn it off.
Depress the brake pedal several times. The
pedal travel distance will decrease gradually
with each depression as the vacuum is re-
leased from the booster.
If the brakes do not operate properly, see your
NISSAN dealer.
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Tire wear and damage
WARNING

Tires should be periodically in-
spected for wear, cracking, bulging,
or objects caught in the tread. If ex-
cessive wear, cracks, bulging, or
deep cuts are found, the tire should
be replaced.

The original tires have a built-in tread
wear indicator. When the wearindicator is visible, the tire should be
replaced.

Improper service for a spare tire may
result in serious personal injury. If it
is necessary to repair the spare tire,
contact your NISSAN dealer.

For additional information regarding
tires, refer to “Important Tire Safety
Information” (US) or “Tire Safety In-
formation” (Canada) in the Warranty
Information Booklet.
Replacing wheels and tiresWhen replacing a tire, use the same size, tread
design, speed rating and load carrying capacity
as originally equipped. See “Specifications” in
the “9. Technical and consumer information”
section for recommended types and sizes of
tires and wheels.
WARNING

The use of tires other than those
recommended or the mixed use of
tires of different brands, construction(bias, bias-belted or radial), or tread
patterns can adversely affect the ride,
braking, handling, ground clearance,
body-to-tire clearance, tire chain
clearance, speedometer calibration,
headlight aim and bumper height.
Some of these effects may lead to
accidents and could result in serious
personal injury.

If the wheels are changed for any
reason, always replace with wheels
which have the same offset dimen-
sion. Wheels of a different offset
could cause premature tire wear, de-
grade vehicle handling characteris-
tics and/or interfere with the brake
discs/drums. Such interference can
lead to decreased braking efficiency
and/or early brake pad/shoe wear.
Refer to “Wheel/tire size” in the
“Technical and consumer informa-
tion” section of this manual for wheel
offset dimensions.

When a spare tire is mounted or a
wheel is replaced, the pressure of
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After the hitch is removed, seal the
bolt holes to prevent exhaust fumes,
water or dust from entering the pas-
senger compartment.

Regularly check all 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
label (located on the driver’s door center
pillar).

Trailer tire condition, size, load rating and
proper inflation pressure should be in accor-
dance with the trailer and tire manufacturers’
specifications.
Safety chainAlways use a suitable chains between your
vehicle and the trailer. The safety chains should
be crossed and should be attached to the hitch,
not to the vehicle bumper or axle. Be sure to
leave enough slack in the chain to permit turning
corners.Trailer lightsTrailer lights should comply with federal and/or
local regulations. When wiring the vehicle for
towing, connect the stop and tail light pickup
into the vehicle electrical circuit.Trailer brakesIf your trailer is equipped with a braking system,
make sure it conforms to federal and/or local
regulations and that it is properly installed.
WARNING
Never connect a trailer brake system
directly to the vehicle brake system.Pre-towing tips
Be certain your vehicle maintains a level
position when a loaded and/or unloadedtrailer is hitched. Do not drive the vehicle if it
has an abnormal nose-up or nose-down con-
dition; check for improper tongue load, over-
load, worn suspension or other possible
causes of either condition.

Always secure items in the trailer to prevent
load shifts while driving.

Be certain your rear view mirrors conform to
all federal, state or local regulations. If not,
install any mirrors required for towing before
driving the vehicle.
Trailer towing tipsIn order to gain skill and an understanding of the
vehicle’s behavior, you should practice turning,
stopping and backing up in an area which is free
from traffic. Steering stability, and braking per-
formance will be somewhat different than under
normal driving conditions.

Always secure items in the trailer to prevent
load shift while driving.

Avoid abrupt starts, acceleration or stops.

Avoid sharp turns or lane changes.

Always drive your vehicle at a moderate
speed.

Always block the wheels on both vehicle and
trailer when parking. Parking on a slope is not
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10 Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock brake system)................................ 5-28
Aiming control, Headlights...................................... 2-23
Air bag warning labels ............................................. 1-20
Air bag warning light .................................... 1-20, 2-12
Air cleaner housing filter.......................................... 8-16
Air conditioner
Air conditioner operation .................................. 4-16
Air conditioner service ........................... 4-16, 4-20
Air conditioner specification label .................. 9-12
Air conditioning system refrigerant and lubricant
recommendations ...................................... 4-20, 9-6
Heater and air conditioner (automatic) ......... 4-16
In-cabin microfilter .............................................. 4-19
Alcohol, drugs and driving......................................... 5-5
All wheel drive (AWD) ............................................. 5-22
All wheel drive (AWD), AWD lock switch
operations.................................................................... 5-23
Anchor point locations
Top tether strap .................................................. 1-41
Antenna ........................................................................ 4-33
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .............................. 5-28
Anti-lock brake warning light .................................... 2-9
Appearance care
Exterior appearance care .................................... 7-2
Interior appearance care ..................................... 7-3
Armrest ........................................................................... 1-9
Audible reminders ..................................................... 2-15Audio operation precautions .................................. 4-21
Audio system .............................................................. 4-20
Autochanger, Compact Disc (CD) ....................... 4-30
Autolight system ........................................................ 2-21
Automatic
Anti-glare inside mirror ...................................... 3-15
Automatic sunroof .............................................. 2-35
Drive positioner ................................................... 3-16
Seat positioner, seat .......................................... 3-16
Avoiding collision and rollover .................................. 5-5
AWD (all wheel drive) warning light .................... 2-10
B
Back door ...................................................................... 3-9
Battery .......................................................................... 8-14
Battery saver system ......................................... 2-22
Battery replacement
Remote keyless entry system............................. 3-8
Before starting the engine ......................................... 5-9
Belts (See drive belts) ............................................. 8-15
Brake
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ......................... 5-28
Brake booster ...................................................... 8-20
Brake fluid............................................................. 8-12
Brake pedal .......................................................... 8-19
Brake pedal check ............................................. 8-20
Brake system ....................................................... 5-27
Parking brake check............................... 5-18, 8-19Parking brake operation .................................... 5-18
Warning light ....................................................... 2-10
Break-in schedule ..................................................... 5-21
Brightness control, Instrument panel ................... 2-24
Bulbcheck/instrument panel .................................... 2-9
Bulbreplacement ...................................................... 8-24
C
Cabin air filter ............................................................. 4-19
Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants...... 9-2
Car phone or CB radio............................................ 4-33
Cargo (See vehicle loading information)............. 2-32
Cargo net .................................................................... 2-32
Cassette player (See audio system) .................... 4-28
Catalytic converter, Three way catalyst ................. 5-3
CD care and cleaning .............................................. 4-31
Ceiling light ................................................................. 2-37
Cellular phone holder ............................................... 2-29
Child restraints ........................................................... 1-32
Installation on front passenger seat............... 1-42
Installation on rear seat center or outboard
positions ................................................................ 1-34
Precautions on child restraints........................ 1-32
Top tether strap anchor point locations ....... 1-41
With top tether strap ......................................... 1-40
Child safety ................................................................. 1-24
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Floor mat cleaning ....................................................... 7-4
Fluid
Brake fluid............................................................. 8-12
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ................................................................. 9-2
CVT fluid ............................................................... 8-12
Engine coolant ....................................................... 8-8
Engine oil................................................................. 8-9
Power steering fluid ........................................... 8-12
Window washer fluid ......................................... 8-13
Fog light switch ......................................................... 2-24
Front power point...................................................... 2-27
Front power seat adjustment .................................... 1-3
Front seat adjustment ................................................. 1-2
Fuel
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ................................................................. 9-2
filler cap................................................................. 3-11
filler lid ................................................................... 3-11
Fuel economy ...................................................... 5-21
Fuel octane rating ................................................. 9-3
Fuel recommendation ........................................... 9-3
Gauge ...................................................................... 2-5
Fuses ............................................................................ 8-21
Fusible links ................................................................ 8-21
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink
Universal
Transceiver .................................................................. 2-39
Gas cap ....................................................................... 3-11
Gauge ............................................................................. 2-3
Engine coolant temperature gauge .................. 2-5
Fuel gauge .............................................................. 2-5Odometer ................................................................ 2-4
Speedometer .......................................................... 2-4
Tachometer ............................................................. 2-4
General maintenance .................................................. 8-2
Glove box .................................................................... 2-30
Glove box lock ........................................................... 2-30
H
Hazard warning flasher switch............................... 2-25
Head restraints ............................................................. 1-7
Headlights
Aiming control ..................................................... 2-23
Bulbreplacement ............................................... 8-24
Headlight switch ................................................. 2-20
Xenon headlights ................................................ 2-20
Heated seats .............................................................. 2-26
Heater
Engine coolant heater ....................................... 5-32
Heater and air conditioner (automatic) ......... 4-16
HomeLink
Universal Transceiver ......................... 2-39
Hood release ................................................................ 3-9
Horn .............................................................................. 2-25
I
Ignition switch ............................................................... 5-8
Key positions .......................................................... 5-8
Immobilizer system .................................................... 2-17
In-cabin microfilter .................................................... 4-19
Indicator lights............................................................ 2-13
Inside
Automatic anti-glare mirror............................... 3-15Mirror...................................................................... 3-14
Inspection/maintenance (I/M) test ........................ 9-23
Instrument brightness control ................................ 2-24
Instrument panel........................................................... 2-2
Interior light replacement......................................... 8-26
Interior lights ............................................................... 2-37
Ceiling light .......................................................... 2-37
Luggage light ....................................................... 2-37
Map light ............................................................... 2-37
Rear light............................................................... 2-37
ISOFIX child restraint ............................................... 1-39
J
Jump starting................................................................. 6-8
K
Keyless entry (See remote keyless entry
system) ........................................................................... 3-5
Keys................................................................................. 3-2
L
Label, Air conditioner specification label ............ 9-12
Label, Emission control information label............ 9-11
Label, F.M.V.S.S. certification label ...................... 9-11
Labels
Air bag warning labels ...................................... 1-20
Engine serial number ......................................... 9-11
Vehicle identification number (VIN)................ 9-10
LATCH system ........................................................... 1-39
License plate, Installing front license plate......... 9-13


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Light
Air bag warning light ......................................... 1-20
Bulbreplacement ............................................... 8-24
Fog light switch................................................... 2-24
Headlight switch ................................................. 2-20
Headlights Bulbreplacement .......................... 8-24
Interior lights ........................................................ 2-37
Replacement ........................................................ 8-24
Vanity mirror light ................................................ 2-39
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders ..................................................... 2-9, 2-13
Xenon headlights ................................................ 2-20
Lights, Exterior and interior light replacement ... 8-24
Loading information (See vehicle loading
information) ................................................................. 9-14
Lock
Back door lock....................................................... 3-9
Door locks ............................................................... 3-3
Glove box lock..................................................... 2-30
Power door lock .................................................... 3-3
Lockout protection....................................................... 3-4
Low fuel warning light .............................................. 2-11
Low tire pressure warning light ............................. 2-12
Low tire pressure warning system ................. 5-3, 6-2
Luggage light ............................................................. 2-37
M
Maintenance
Battery ................................................................... 8-14
General maintenance ........................................... 8-2
Inside the vehicle................................................... 8-3
Maintenance precautions .................................... 8-5
Maintenance requirements.................................. 8-2Outside the vehicle............................................... 8-2
Seat belt maintenance ...................................... 1-32
Under the hood and vehicle ............................... 8-4
Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) ........................... 2-14
Map light...................................................................... 2-37
Meters and gauges ..................................................... 2-3
Meters and gauges, Instrument brightness
control .......................................................................... 2-24
Mirror
Automatic anti-glare inside mirror .................. 3-15
Inside mirror ......................................................... 3-14
Outside mirror control ....................................... 3-15
Outside mirrors ................................................... 3-15
M-CVT (CVT with Manual shift mode) ................ 5-14
N
Net, Cargo net ........................................................... 2-32
New vehicle break-in ................................................ 5-21
Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System ...................... 2-16
Engine start............................................................. 5-9
O
Odometer ....................................................................... 2-4
Oil
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ................................................................. 9-2
Changing engine oil ........................................... 8-10
Checking engine oil level .................................... 8-9
Engine oil................................................................. 8-9
Engine oil viscosity ............................................... 9-5
Outside mirror control .............................................. 3-15Outside mirrors .......................................................... 3-15
Overheat, If your vehicle overheats ...................... 6-10
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual order
information................................................................... 9-25
P
Parking
Brake check ......................................................... 8-19
Parking brake check .......................................... 5-18
Parking brake operation .................................... 5-18
Parking/parking on hills ........................................... 5-26
Pedal position adjustment....................................... 3-13
Phone, Car phone or CB radio ............................. 4-33
Power
Front seat adjustment .......................................... 1-3
Power door lock .................................................... 3-3
Power outlet ......................................................... 2-27
Power steering fluid ........................................... 8-12
Power steering system ...................................... 5-27
Power windows................................................... 2-33
Pre-tensioner seat belt system .............................. 1-19
Precautions
Audio operation ................................................... 4-21
Braking precautions ........................................... 5-27
Child restraints .................................................... 1-32
Cruise control ...................................................... 5-19
Driving safety .......................................................... 5-6
Maintenance ........................................................... 8-5
On-pavement and offroad driving ..................... 5-5
Seat belt usage ................................................... 1-22
Supplemental restraint system........................... 1-9
When starting and driving .................................. 5-2
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