rear view mirror NISSAN MURANO 2006 1.G Owners Manual

Battery saver system
When the headlight switch is in the
or
position while the ignition switch is in
the ON position, the lights will automatically
turn off 5 minutes after the ignition switch has
been turned to the OFF position.

When the headlight switch remains in theor
position after the lights auto-
matically turn off, the lights will turn on for 5
minutes when the headlight switch is turned
to the OFF position and then turned to the
or
position.CAUTION
Even though the battery saver feature
automatically turns off the headlights
after a period of time, you should turn
the headlight switch to the OFF position
when the engine is not running to avoid
discharging the vehicle battery.
Headlight aiming control (if so
equipped)Depending on the number of occupants in the
vehicle and the load it is carrying, the headlight
axis may be higher than desired. If the vehicle is
traveling on a hilly road, the headlights may
directly hit the rearview mirror of the vehicle
ahead or the windshield of the oncoming vehicle.
The light axis can be lowered with the operation
of the switch.
The larger the number designated on the switch,
the lower the axis.When traveling with no heavy load or on a flat
road, select position 0.
WARNING
Xenon headlights are extremely bright
compared to conventional headlights. If
the xenon headlights hit the rearview
mirror of the vehicle ahead or the wind-
shield of oncoming vehicle, the driver of
these vehicles may have difficulty driv-
ing because of the brightness. Use the
headlight aiming control switch to lower
the light axis. See “Xenon headlights”
earlier in this section for additional in-
formation.DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT SYSTEM
(CANADA ONLY)The daytime running lights automatically illumi-
nate when the engine is started with parking
brake released. The daytime running lights op-
erate with the headlight switch in the OFF
position or in the
position.
The daytime running lights may come on after
turning the switch to the OFF position and
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CAUTION

Do not store the main sun visor be-
fore storing the extension sun visor.

Do not pull the extension sun visor
forcedly downward.
1. To block out glare from the front, swing down
the main sun visor
1.
2. To block glare from the side, remove the main
sun visor from the center mount and swing it
to the side
2.
3. Draw out the extension sun visor
3from the
main sun visor
4
to block further glare.
INSIDE MIRRORWhile holding the inside rearview mirror, adjust
the mirror angles until the desired position is
achieved.
The adjusting lever
1
can be operated when
the glare from the headlights of the vehicle
behind you obstructs your vision at night.
WARNING
Use the night position only when neces-
sary, because it reduces rear view clar-
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OUTSIDE MIRRORS
WARNING
Objects viewed in the outside mirror on
the passenger side are closer than they
appear. Be careful when moving to the
right. Using only this mirror could cause
an accident. Use the inside mirror or
glance over your shoulder to properly
judge distances to other objects.
The outside mirror switch, located in front of theselector lever, will operate only when the ignition
switch is in the ACC or ON position.
Move the switch to right
A
or left
B
to select
the right or left outside mirror, then adjust the
mirror to the desired position by pushing the
button
C.
Foldable outside mirrorsFold the outside mirror by pushing it toward the
rear of the vehicle.
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the proper equipment and to have it
installed.
Trailer lights should comply with federal and/or
local regulations. For assistance in hooking up
trailer lights, contact a NISSAN dealer or repu-
table trailer dealer.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 unloaded
trailer 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.

Load the trailer so approximately 60% of the
trailer load is in the front half and 40% is in
the back half.

Check your hitch, trailer tire pressure, vehicle
tire pressure, trailer light operation, and trailer
wheel lug nuts every time you attach a trailer
to the vehicle.

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. 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 selector lever into
the P (Park) position. If you move the selector
lever to the P (Park) position before blocking
the wheels and applying the parking brake,
transmission 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-
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New vehicle break-in ................................................ 5-23
NISSAN advanced air bag system ....................... 1-45
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System ................... 2-18
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System
Engine start .............................................. 5-10, 5-12
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 mirrors .......................................................... 3-32
Overheat, If your vehicle overheats ...................... 6-11
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual order
information................................................................... 9-27
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Parking
Brake break-in ..................................................... 5-30
Brake check ......................................................... 8-20
Parking brake operation .................................... 5-21
Parking on hills .................................................... 5-29
Pedal position adjustment....................................... 3-29
Phone, Car phone or CB radio ............................. 4-44
Power
Front seat adjustment .......................................... 1-4
Power door lock .................................................... 3-3Power outlet ......................................................... 2-30
Power steering fluid ........................................... 8-12
Power steering system ...................................... 5-30
Power windows................................................... 2-36
P position selecting warning light ......................... 2-13
Pre-tensioner seat belt system .............................. 1-52
Precautions
Audio operation ................................................... 4-28
Braking precautions ........................................... 5-30
Child restraints .................................................... 1-21
Cruise control ...................................................... 5-21
Driving safety .......................................................... 5-6
Maintenance ........................................................... 8-5
On-pavement and offroad driving ..................... 5-6
Seat belt usage ................................................... 1-10
Supplemental restraint system ........................ 1-39
When starting and driving .................................. 5-2
Push starting .............................................................. 6-10
R
Radio, Car phone or CB radio .............................. 4-44
Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M)
test (US only) ............................................................. 9-26
Rear center seat belt................................................ 1-17
Rear door lock, Child safety rear door lock.......... 3-5
Rear personal light .................................................... 2-41
Rear power point....................................................... 2-30
Rear seat adjustment .................................................. 1-5
Rear view monitor ..................................................... 4-19
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch ........................................................................... 2-22
Rear window wiper and washer switch .............. 2-21
Recorders, Event data ............................................. 9-27Registering your vehicle in another country ....... 9-10
Remote keyless entry
System, Except Intelligent Key system ............ 3-5
System, For Intelligent Key system ................ 3-20
Reporting safety defects (US only) ...................... 9-25
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Safety
Child seat belts ................................................... 1-12
Reporting safety defects (US only)................ 9-25
Towing safety....................................................... 9-20
Safety chain ................................................................ 9-21
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
Infants .................................................................... 1-13
Injured persons.................................................... 1-13
Larger children .................................................... 1-13
Pre-tensioner seat belt system ....................... 1-52
Precautions on seat belt usage ...................... 1-10
Pregnant women ................................................. 1-13
Rear center seat belt ......................................... 1-17
Seat belt cleaning ................................................. 7-5
Seat belt extenders ............................................ 1-20
Seat belt hook ..................................................... 1-17
Seat belt maintenance ...................................... 1-20
Seat belt warning light and chime ................. 2-13
Seat belts ............................................................. 1-10
Shoulder belt height adjustment..................... 1-16
Small children ...................................................... 1-13


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