check engine NISSAN MURANO 2005 1.G Workshop Manual

load shift while driving.

Avoid abrupt starts, acceleration or stops.

Avoid sharp turns or lane changes.

Always drive your vehicle at a moderate
speed. Some states or provinces have spe-
cific speed limits for vehicles that are towing
trailers. Obey the local speed limits.

When backing up, hold the bottom of the
steering wheel with one hand. Move your
hand in the direction in which you want the
trailer to go. Make small corrections and back
up slowly. If possible, have someone guide
you when you are backing up.

Always block the wheels on both vehicle and
trailer when parking. Parking on a slope is not
recommended; however, if you must do so,
first block the wheels and apply the parking
brake, and then move the shift lever into the P
(Park) position. If you move the shift lever to
the P (Park) position before blocking the
wheels and applying the parking brake, trans-
mission damage could occur.

When going down a hill, shift into a lower
gear and use the engine braking effect.
When going up a long grade, downshift the
transmission to a lower gear and reduce
speed to reduce chances of engine overload-
ing and/or overheating.
If the engine coolant rises to an extremely
high temperature when the air conditioning
system is on, turn off the air conditioner.
Coolant heat can be additionally vented by
opening the windows, switching the fan con-
trol to high and setting the temperature con-
trol to the HOT position.

If the transmission fluid rises to an extremely
high temperature, a high fluid temperature
protection mode may operate. See page
5-13 for details. If necessary, pull to the side
of the road at a safe place and let the
transmission cool before continuing.

Trailer towing requires more fuel than normal
circumstances.

Avoid towing a trailer for the first 500 miles
(800 km).

Have your vehicle serviced more often than at
intervals specified in the recommended main-
tenance schedule.

When making a turn, your trailer wheels will
be closer to the inside of the turn than your
vehicle wheels. To compensate for this, make
a larger than normal turning radius during the
turn.

Crosswinds and rough roads will adversely
affect vehicle/trailer handling, possibly caus-
ing vehicle sway. When being passed bylarger vehicles, be prepared for possible
changes in crosswinds that could affect ve-
hicle handling. If swaying does occur, firmly
grip the steering wheel, steer straight ahead,
and immediately (but gradually) reduce ve-
hicle speed. This combination will help stabi-
lize the vehicle. Never increase speed.

Be careful when passing other vehicles.
Passing while towing a trailer requires con-
siderably more distance than normal passing.
Remember the length of the trailer must also
pass the other vehicle before you can safely
change lanes.

Avoid holding the brake pedal down too long
or too frequently. This could cause the brakes
to overheat, resulting in reduced braking ef-
ficiency.

Increase your following distance to allow for
greater stopping distances while towing a
trailer. Anticipate stops and brake gradually.

Do not use cruise control while towing a
trailer.

Check your hitch, trailer wiring harness con-
nections, and trailer wheel lug nuts after 50
miles (80 km) of travel and at every break.

When stopped in traffic for long periods of
time in hot weather, put the vehicle in the P
(Park) position.
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the battery is disconnected, the vehicle may be
reset to a not “ready condition”. Before taking
the I/M test, check the vehicle’s inspection/
maintenance test readiness condition. Turn the
ignition switch ON without starting the engine. If
the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) comes on
steady for 20 seconds and then blinks for 10
seconds, the I/M test condition is “not ready”. If
the MIL does not blink after 20 seconds, the I/M
test condition is “ready”. If the MIL indicates the
vehicle is in a “not ready” condition, drive the
vehicle through the following pattern to set the
vehicle to the ready condition. If you cannot or
do not want to perform the driving pattern, a
NISSAN dealer can conduct it for you.
WARNING
Always drive the vehicle in a safe and
prudent manner according to traffic
conditions and obey all traffic laws.
1. Start the engine. Allow the engine to idle until
the engine coolant temperature gauge needle
points between the C and H (normal operat-
ing temperature).
2. Accelerate the vehicle to 55 MPH (88 km/h),
then quickly release the accelerator pedalcompletely and keep it released for at least
10 seconds.
3. Quickly depress the accelerator pedal for a
moment, then drive the vehicle at a speed of
53 to 60 MPH (86 to 96 km/h) for at least 9
minutes.
4. Stop the vehicle. Leave the engine running.
5. Accelerate the vehicle to 35 MPH (55 km/h)
and maintain the speed for 20 seconds.
6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 at least 10 times.
7. Accelerate the vehicle to 55 MPH (88 km/h)
and maintain the speed for at least 3 minutes.
8. Stop the vehicle. Place the transmission shift
lever in the “P” or “N” position.
9. Turn the engine off.
10. Repeat steps 1 through 8 at least one more
time.
If step 1 through 7 is interrupted, repeat the
preceding step. Any safe driving mode is ac-
ceptable between steps. Do not stop the engine
until step 7 is completed.Your vehicle is equipped with a variety of com-
puters that monitor and control a number of
systems to optimize performance and help ser-
vice technicians with diagnosis and repair. De-
pending on the equipment on your vehicle, some
of the computers monitor emission control sys-
tems, braking systems and air bag systems, just
to name a few. Some data about vehicle opera-
tion may be stored in the computers for use
during servicing. Other data may be stored if a
crash event occurs. For example, air bag readi-
ness, air bag performance, and seat belt use by
the driver or passenger may be recorded, de-
pending on vehicle equipment. These types of
systems are sometimes called Event Data Re-
corders.
Special equipment can be used to access the
electronic data that may be stored in the vehi-
cle’s computers (sounds are not recorded).
NISSAN and NISSAN dealers have equipment
to access some of this data; others may also
have this equipment. The data may be retrieved
during routine vehicle servicing or for special
research. It might also be accessed with the
consent of the vehicle owner or lessee, in re-
sponse to a request by law enforcement, or as
otherwise required or permitted by law.
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10 Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock brake system)................................ 5-30
ABS warning light ..................................................... 2-10
Aiming control, Headlights...................................... 2-25
Air bag.......................................................................... 1-39
Air bag warning labels ............................................. 1-49
Air bag warning light .................................... 1-50, 2-13
Air cleaner filter.......................................................... 8-17
Air conditioner
Air conditioner operation .................................. 4-20
Air conditioner service ........................... 4-20, 4-23
Air conditioner specification label .................. 9-12
Air conditioning system refrigerant
and lubricant recommendations ............ 4-23, 9-6
Heater and air conditioner (automatic) ......... 4-20
In-cabin microfilter .............................................. 4-23
Alcohol, drugs and driving......................................... 5-5
All wheel drive (AWD) ............................................. 5-24
All wheel drive (AWD), AWD lock switch
operations.................................................................... 5-24
All wheel drive (AWD), LOCK indicator light
(AWD models) ........................................................... 2-14
Anchor point locations
Top tether strap .................................................. 1-30
Antenna ........................................................................ 4-36
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .............................. 5-30
Appearance care
Exterior appearance care .................................... 7-2Interior appearance care ..................................... 7-3
Armrest ........................................................................... 1-9
Audible reminders ..................................................... 2-16
Audio operation precautions .................................. 4-25
Audio system .............................................................. 4-24
Autochanger, Compact Disc (CD) ....................... 4-33
Autolight system ........................................................ 2-23
Automatic
Anti-glare inside mirror ...................................... 3-31
Automatic sunroof .............................................. 2-37
Drive positioner ................................................... 3-33
Seat positioner, seat .......................................... 3-33
Avoiding collision and rollover .................................. 5-5
B
Back door.................................................................... 3-25
Battery .......................................................................... 8-14
Battery saver system ......................................... 2-24
Battery replacement
Intelligent Key system .......................................... 3-8
Remote keyless entry system............................. 3-8
Before starting the engine ...................................... 5-11
Belts (See drive belts) ............................................. 8-16
Booster seats ............................................................. 1-34
Brake
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ......................... 5-30
Brake booster ...................................................... 8-21
Brake fluid............................................................. 8-13Brake pedal .......................................................... 8-20
Brake pedal check ............................................. 8-20
Brake system ....................................................... 5-29
Parking brake check............................... 5-20, 8-20
Parking brake operation .................................... 5-20
Warning light ....................................................... 2-10
Break-in schedule ..................................................... 5-23
Brightness control, Instrument panel ................... 2-26
Bulbcheck/instrument panel .................................... 2-9
Bulbreplacement ...................................................... 8-26
C
Cabin air filter ............................................................. 4-23
Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants...... 9-2
Car phone or CB radio............................................ 4-36
Cargo (See vehicle loading information)............. 2-34
Cargo net .................................................................... 2-34
Cassette player (See audio system) .................... 4-31
CD care and cleaning .............................................. 4-34
Ceiling light ................................................................. 2-39
Cellular phone holder ............................................... 2-31
Child restraints ........................................................... 1-21
Booster seats ...................................................... 1-34
Installation on front passenger seat............... 1-31
Installation on rear seat outboard or center
positions ................................................................ 1-22
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for
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Precautions on child restraints........................ 1-21
Top tether strap anchor point locations ....... 1-30
With top tether strap ......................................... 1-29
Child safety ................................................................. 1-12
Child safety rear door lock ........................................ 3-5
Chimes, Audible reminders..................................... 2-16
Circuit breaker, Fusible link .................................... 8-21
Class I hitch................................................................ 9-20
Cleaning exterior and interior .......................... 7-2, 7-3
Clock ................................................................... 4-4, 4-15
Coin box ...................................................................... 2-30
Cold weather driving ................................................ 5-33
Compact Disc (CD) changer operation .............. 4-33
Compact Disc (CD) player (See audio
system) ......................................................................... 4-32
Compass display ......................................................... 2-6
Console box................................................................ 2-33
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
indicator light .............................................................. 2-14
Control panel buttons (models with navigation
system) ........................................................................... 4-8
Control panel buttons (models without
navigation system) ....................................................... 4-2
Controls
Control panel buttons (display with
navigation system) ................................................ 4-8
Control panel buttons (display without
navigation system) ................................................ 4-2
Heater and air conditioner controls
(automatic)............................................................ 4-20
Coolant
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ................................................................. 9-2
Changing engine coolant .................................... 8-9
Checking engine coolant level........................... 8-8Corrosion protection ................................................... 7-5
Cover, Tonneau cover .............................................. 2-34
Cruise control............................................................. 5-21
Cruise set indicator light ......................................... 2-14
Cup holders ................................................................ 2-31
CVT, Driving with CVT (Continuously
Variable Transmission) ............................................. 5-12
CVT fluid...................................................................... 8-12
CVT, Transmission selector lever lock
release .............................................................. 5-15, 5-19
D
Daytime running light system ................................. 2-25
Defroster switch, Rear window and outside
mirror defroster switch ............................................. 2-21
Dimensions and weights ............................................ 9-9
Display controls (See control panel buttons),
With navigation system .............................................. 4-8
Display controls (See control panel buttons),
Without navigation system ........................................ 4-2
Door open warning light .......................................... 2-11
Drive belts ................................................................... 8-16
Drive positioner, Automatic..................................... 3-33
Driving
All wheel drive (AWD)....................................... 5-24
Cold weather driving ......................................... 5-33
Driving with CVT (Continuously Variable
Transmission) ....................................................... 5-12
On-pavement and offroad driving ..................... 5-5
Precautions when starting and driving ............ 5-2
Safety precautions ................................................ 5-6E
Economy, Fuel............................................................ 5-23
Entry/exit function ...................................................... 3-33
Emission control information label ........................ 9-11
Emission control system warranty......................... 9-24
Engine
Before starting the engine................................ 5-11
Break-in schedule............................................... 5-23
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ................................................................. 9-2
Changing engine coolant .................................... 8-9
Changing engine oil ........................................... 8-10
Changing engine oil filter ................................. 8-11
Checking engine coolant level........................... 8-8
Checking engine oil level .................................... 8-9
Coolant temperature gauge ............................... 2-5
Engine block heater ........................................... 5-34
Engine compartment check locations.............. 8-7
Engine cooling system ......................................... 8-8
Engine oil................................................................. 8-9
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation......... 9-5
Engine oil viscosity ............................................... 9-5
Engine serial number ......................................... 9-11
Engine specifications ........................................... 9-8
If your vehicle overheats ................................... 6-11
Starting the engine............................................. 5-12
Event data recorders ................................................ 9-25
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide).............................. 5-2
F
F.M.V.S.S. certification label................................... 9-11


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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
Operating the engine (Intelligent Key
system) ......................................................................... 3-13
Outside mirror control .............................................. 3-32
Outside mirrors .......................................................... 3-32
Overheat, If your vehicle overheats ...................... 6-11
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual order
information................................................................... 9-26
P
Parking
Brake check ......................................................... 8-20
Parking brake check .......................................... 5-20
Parking brake operation .................................... 5-20
Parking on hills .................................................... 5-20
Parking/parking on hills ........................................... 5-28
Pedal position adjustment....................................... 3-29
Phone, Car phone or CB radio ............................. 4-36
Power
Front seat adjustment .......................................... 1-4
Power door lock .................................................... 3-3
Power outlet ......................................................... 2-29
Power steering fluid ........................................... 8-12Power steering system ...................................... 5-29
Power windows................................................... 2-35
P position selecting warning light ......................... 2-13
Pre-tensioner seat belt system .............................. 1-48
Precautions
Audio operation ................................................... 4-25
Booster seats ...................................................... 1-34
Braking precautions ........................................... 5-29
Child restraints .................................................... 1-21
Cruise control ...................................................... 5-21
Driving safety .......................................................... 5-6
Maintenance ........................................................... 8-5
On-pavement and offroad driving ..................... 5-5
Seat belt usage ..................................................... 1-9
Supplemental restraint system ........................ 1-39
When starting and driving .................................. 5-2
Push starting .............................................................. 6-10
R
Radio, Car phone or CB radio .............................. 4-36
Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M)
test (US only) ............................................................. 9-24
Rear center seat belt................................................ 1-17
Rear door lock, Child safety rear door lock.......... 3-5
Rear personal light .................................................... 2-40
Rear power point....................................................... 2-29
Rear seat adjustment .................................................. 1-5
Rear view monitor ..................................................... 4-17
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch ........................................................................... 2-21
Rear window wiper and washer switch .............. 2-21
Registering your vehicle in another country ....... 9-10Remote keyless entry
System, Except Intelligent Key system ............ 3-5
System, For Intelligent Key system ................ 3-20
Reporting safety defects (US only) ...................... 9-24
Rollover........................................................................... 5-5
S
Safety
Child seat belts ................................................... 1-12
Reporting safety defects (US only)................ 9-24
Towing safety....................................................... 9-20
Safety chain ................................................................ 9-21
Seat belt warning chime ......................................... 2-16
Seat belt warning light.................................... 1-9, 2-13
Seat adjustment
Front manual seat adjustment............................ 1-3
Front power seat adjustment ............................. 1-4
Rear seat adjustment ........................................... 1-5
Seat belt(s)
Child safety .......................................................... 1-12
Injured persons.................................................... 1-13
Larger children .................................................... 1-13
Pre-tensioner seat belt system ....................... 1-48
Precautions on seat belt usage......................... 1-9
Pregnant women ................................................. 1-13
Rear center seat belt ......................................... 1-17
Seat belt cleaning ................................................. 7-4
Seat belt extenders ............................................ 1-20
Seat belt hook ..................................................... 1-17
Seat belt maintenance ...................................... 1-20
Seat belts ................................................................ 1-9
Shoulder belt height adjustment..................... 1-16
Three-point type with retractor ....................... 1-13


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