check transmission fluid NISSAN MURANO 2007 1.G Owners Manual

All-Wheel Drive (AWD) warning light
(AWD models)
Low tire pressure warning light
Cruise set indicator light
or
Anti-lock Braking System
(ABS) warning light
Low washer fluid warning light
Front passenger air bag status light
or
Brake warning light
P position selecting warning light (if so
equipped)
High beam indicator light (Blue)
Charge warning light
Seat belt warning light
Malfunction indicator light (MIL)
Door open warning light
Supplemental air bag warning light
Security indicator light
Engine oil pressure warning light
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) LOCK indicator
light (AWD models)
Slip indicator light (if so equipped)
Intelligent Key warning light (if so
equipped)
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
indicator light
Turn signal/hazard indicator lights
Low fuel warning light
Cruise main switch indicator light
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF indi-
cator light (if so equipped)
CHECKING BULBSApply the parking brake and turn the ignition
switch to ON without starting the engine. The
following lights will come on:
,
or
,
,
,
The following lights come on briefly and then go
off:
,
or
,
,
,
,
,
,
,
If any light fails to come on, it may indicate a
burned-out bulb or an open circuit in the elec-
trical system. Have the system repaired
promptly.
WARNING LIGHTS
All-wheel drive (AWD) warning
light (AWD models)
The
warning light comes on when the
ignition switch is turned to ON. It turns off soon
after the engine is started.
If the AWD system malfunctions or the revolu-
tion, or radius of the front and the rear wheel
WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS
AND AUDIBLE REMINDERS
Instruments and controls
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Shift lock releaseIf the battery charge is low or discharged, the
selector lever may not be moved from the P
(Park) position even with the brake pedal de-
pressed.
To move the selector lever, depress the brake
pedal, remove the cover (if so equipped) using a
suitable tool and push the shift lock release
button. The selector lever can be moved to N
(Neutral). This allows the vehicle to be moved if
the battery is discharged.
If the selector lever cannot be moved out of P
(Park), have a NISSAN dealer check the CVTsystem as soon as possible.
Accelerator downshift
— In D position —For rapid passing or hill climbing, fully depress
the accelerator pedal to the floor. This shifts the
transmission down into lower range, depending
on the vehicle speed.High fluid temperature protection
modeThis transmission has a high fluid temperature
protection mode. If the fluid temperature be-
comes too high (for example, when climbing
steep grades in high temperature with heavy
loads, such as when towing a trailer), engine
power and, under some conditions, vehicle
speed will be decreased automatically to reduce
the chance of transmission damage. Vehicle
speed can be controlled with the accelerator
pedal, but the vehicle may not accelerate above
approximately 40 to 50 MPH (65 to 80 km/h).Fail-safeIf the vehicle is driven under extreme con-
ditions, such as excessive wheel spinning
and subsequent hard braking, the fail-safe
system may be activated. The MIL may
come on to indicate the fail-safe mode is
activated, see “Malfunction indicator light(MIL)” in the “2. Instrument and controls”
section. This will occur even if all electrical
circuits are functioning properly. In this
case, turn the ignition switch to the OFF
position and wait for 10 seconds. Then turn
the switch back to the ONposition. The
vehicle should return to its normal operat-
ing condition. If it does not return to its
normal operating condition, have a
NISSAN dealer check the transmission and
repair if necessary.
WARNING
When the high fluid temperature protec-
tion mode or fail-safe operation occurs,
vehicle speed may be gradually re-
duced. The reduced speed may be lower
than other traffic, which could increase
the chance of a collision. Be especially
careful when driving. If necessary, pull
to the side of the road at a safe place
and allow the transmission to return to
normal operation, or have it repaired if
necessary.
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Shift lock releaseIf the battery is discharged, the selector lever
may not be moved from the P (Park) position
even with the brake pedal depressed.
To move the selector lever, push the shift lock
release button while depressing the foot brake
and applying the parking brake. The selector
lever can be moved to N (Neutral). This allows
the vehicle to be moved if the battery is dis-
charged, after releasing the parking brake.
If the battery is discharged in N (Neutral), D
(Drive) or Manual shift mode, the selector lever
may not be moved to the P (Park) position.If it is necessary to park the vehicle, push the
shift lock release button, then move the selector
lever to the P (Park).
To push the shift lock release button, follow the
procedure as illustrated.
If the lever cannot be moved out of P (Park), have
a NISSAN dealer check the CVT system as soon
as possible.
WARNING

If the selector lever cannot be moved
from the P (Park) position while the
engine is running and the brake
pedal is depressed, the stop lights
may not work. Malfunctioning stop
lights could cause an accident injur-
ing yourself and others.

Do not park the vehicle without shift-
ing to the P (Park) position.Accelerator downshift
— In D position —For passing or hill climbing, fully depress the
accelerator pedal to the floor. This shifts the
transmission down into the lower gear, depend-ing on the vehicle speed.
High fluid temperature protection
modeThis transmission has a high fluid temperature
protection mode. If the fluid temperature be-
comes too high (for example, when climbing
steep grades in high temperature with heavy
loads, such as when towing a trailer), engine
power and, under some conditions, vehicle
speed will be decreased automatically to reduce
the chance of transmission damage. Vehicle
speed can be controlled with the accelerator
pedal, but the vehicle may not accelerate above
approximately 40 to 50 MPH (65 to 80 km/h).Fail-safeIf the vehicle is driven under extreme con-
ditions, such as excessive wheel spinning
and subsequent hard braking, the fail-safe
system may be activated. The MIL may
come on to indicate the fail-safe mode is
activated, see “Malfunction indicator light
(MIL)” in the “2. Instrument and controls”
section. This will occur even if all electrical
circuits are functioning properly. In this
case, turn the ignition switch to the OFF
position and wait for 10 seconds. Then turn
the switch back to the ONposition. The
vehicle should return to its normal operat-
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ing condition. If it does not return to its
normal operating condition, have a
NISSAN dealer check the transmission and
repair if necessary.
WARNING
When the high fluid temperature protec-
tion mode or fail-safe operation occurs,
vehicle speed may be gradually re-
duced. The reduced speed may be lower
than other traffic, which could increase
the chance of a collision. Be especially
careful when driving. If necessary, pull
to the side of the road at a safe place
and allow the transmission to return to
normal operation, or have it repaired if
necessary.To apply:Fully depress the parking brake pedal
1.
To release:
1. Firmly apply the foot brake
2.
2. Depress the parking brake pedal1
and the
parking brake will be released.
3. Before driving, be sure the brake warning
light goes out.
WARNING

Be sure the parking brake is fully
released before driving. Failure to do
so can cause brake failure and lead
to an accident.

Do not release the parking brake
from outside the vehicle.

Do not use the gear shift in place of
the parking brake. When parking, be
sure the parking brake is fully en-
gaged.

Do not leave children unattended in a
vehicle. They could release the park-
ing brake and cause an accident.
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PARKING BRAKE
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around the oil filter. Correct as required.
10. Turn the engine off and wait several min-
utes. Check the oil level. Add engine oil if
necessary.Contact a NISSAN dealer if checking or replace-
ment 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 (
1: HOT MAX.,
2: HOT MIN.) at fluid
temperatures of 122 to 176°F (50 to 80°C) or
using the COLD range (3: COLD MAX.,
4:
COLD MIN.) at fluid temperatures of 32 to 86°F
(0 to 30°C).
CAUTION

Do not overfill.

Use Genuine NISSAN PSF or equiva-
SDI1765A
CVT FLUID POWER STEERING FLUID
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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
5-16 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
(805 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 by
larger 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.
FLAT TOWINGTowing your vehicle with all four wheels on the
ground is sometimes called flat towing. This
method is sometimes used when towing a ve-hicle behind a recreational vehicle, such as a
motor home.
CAUTION

Failure to follow these guidelines
can result in severe transmission
damage.

Whenever flat towing your vehicle,
always tow forward, never backward.

DO NOT tow any continuously vari-
able transmission vehicle with all
four wheels on the ground (flat tow-
ing). Doing so WILL DAMAGE internal
transmission parts due to lack of
transmission lubrication.

For emergency towing procedures re-
fer to “Towing recommended by
NISSAN” in the “6. In case of emer-
gency” section of this manual.Continuously variable transmissionTo tow a vehicle equipped with a continuously
variable transmission, an appropriate vehicle
dollyMUSTbe placed under the towed vehi-
cle’s drive wheels.Alwaysfollow the dolly
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Chimes
Audible reminders............................................... 2-16
Seat belt warning light and chime ................. 2-13
Circuit breaker, Fusible link .................................... 8-22
Cleaning exterior and interior .......................... 7-2, 7-4
Clock (models with navigation
system) .................................................................. 4-4, 4-9
Clock (models without navigation
system) ......................................................................... 4-18
Coin box ...................................................................... 2-31
Cold weather driving ................................................ 5-34
Compact Disc (CD) changer (See audio
system) ......................................................................... 4-42
Compact Disc (CD) player (See audio
system) ......................................................................... 4-36
Compass display ......................................................... 2-6
Console box................................................................ 2-34
Continuously variable transmission (CVT)
indicator light .............................................................. 2-14
Control panel buttons (models with navigation
system) ......................................................................... 4-11
Control panel buttons (models without
navigation system) ....................................................... 4-2
Controls
Control panel buttons (display with
navigation system) .............................................. 4-11
Control panel buttons (display without
navigation system) ................................................ 4-2
Heater and air conditioner controls
(automatic)............................................................ 4-23
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 .............................................. 2-37
Cruise control............................................................. 5-22
Cruise set indicator light ......................................... 2-14
Cup holders ................................................................ 2-32
CVT fluid...................................................................... 8-12
CVT, Driving with CVT (Continuously Variable
Transmission) ............................................................. 5-13
D
Daytime running light system ................................. 2-25
Defroster switch, Rear window and outside mirror
defroster switch ......................................................... 2-22
Dimensions and weights ............................................ 9-8
Display controls (See control panel buttons),
With navigation system............................................ 4-11
Display controls (See control panel buttons),
Without navigation system ........................................ 4-2
Door open warning light .......................................... 2-11
Door pockets .............................................................. 2-36
Drive belts ................................................................... 8-16
Drive positioner .......................................................... 3-33
Driving
All-wheel drive (AWD) ...................................... 5-25
Cold weather driving ......................................... 5-34
Driving with CVT (Continuously Variable
Transmission) ....................................................... 5-13
On-pavement and offroad driving ..................... 5-6
Precautions when starting and driving ............ 5-2
Safety precautions ................................................ 5-6E
Economy, Fuel............................................................ 5-24
Emergency unlock lever........................................... 3-25
Emission control information label ........................ 9-10
Emission control system warranty......................... 9-24
Engine
Before starting the engine................................ 5-12
Break-in schedule............................................... 5-24
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 ........................................... 5-35
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 ......................................... 9-10
Engine specifications ........................................... 9-7
If your vehicle overheats ................................... 6-11
Starting the engine............................................. 5-13
Entry/exit function, Automatic drive
positioner ..................................................................... 3-33
Event data recorders ................................................ 9-26
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Checking engine oil level .................................... 8-9
Engine oil................................................................. 8-9
Engine oil viscosity ............................................... 9-5
Operating the engine (Intelligent Key
system) ......................................................................... 3-13
Outside mirrors .......................................................... 3-32
Overheat, If your vehicle overheats ...................... 6-11
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual order
information................................................................... 9-26
P
Parking
Brake break-in ..................................................... 5-30
Parking brake operation .................................... 5-21
Parking on hills .................................................... 5-29
Pedal position adjustment....................................... 3-29
Phone, Car phone or CB radio ............................. 4-45
Power
Front seat adjustment .......................................... 1-3
Power door lock .................................................... 3-3
Power outlet ......................................................... 2-30
Power steering fluid ........................................... 8-12
Power steering system ...................................... 5-30
Power windows................................................... 2-38
P position selecting warning light ......................... 2-13
Pre-tensioner seat belt system .............................. 1-54
Precautions
Audio operation ................................................... 4-28
Braking precautions ........................................... 5-30
Child restraints .................................................... 1-21
Cruise control ...................................................... 5-22
Driving safety .......................................................... 5-6
Maintenance ........................................................... 8-5On-pavement and offroad driving ..................... 5-6
Seat belt usage ..................................................... 1-9
Supplemental restraint system ........................ 1-41
When starting and driving .................................. 5-2
Push starting .............................................................. 6-11
R
Radio, Car phone or CB radio .............................. 4-45
Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M)
test (US only) ............................................................. 9-25
Rear center seat belt................................................ 1-17
Rear door lock, Child safety rear door lock.......... 3-5
Rear personal light .................................................... 2-43
Rear power point....................................................... 2-30
Rear seat adjustment .................................................. 1-5
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch ........................................................................... 2-22
Rear window wiper and washer switch .............. 2-21
Rearview monitor ....................................................... 4-19
Recorders, Event data ............................................. 9-26
Registering your vehicle in another country.......... 9-9
Remote 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)................ 9-24Towing safety....................................................... 9-19
Seat adjustment
Front manual seat adjustment............................ 1-3
Front power seat adjustment ............................. 1-3
Rear seat adjustment ........................................... 1-5
Seat belt(s)
Child safety .......................................................... 1-12
Infants .................................................................... 1-12
Injured persons.................................................... 1-13
Larger children .................................................... 1-13
Pre-tensioner seat belt system ....................... 1-54
Precautions on seat belt usage......................... 1-9
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 ................................................................ 1-9
Shoulder belt height adjustment..................... 1-16
Small children ...................................................... 1-12
Three-point type with retractor ....................... 1-13
Seat(s)
Driver-side memory ............................................ 3-33
Heated seats........................................................ 2-28
Seats ........................................................................ 1-2
Security system (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer
System), Engine start ............................................... 2-18
Security system, Vehicle security system ........... 2-17
Selector lever, Shift lock release ............... 5-16, 5-20
Servicing air conditioner .............................. 4-23, 4-26
Shift lock release, Transmission ................ 5-16, 5-20


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