engine NISSAN MURANO 2008 Owners Manual

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Model "Z51-D" EDITED: 2007/ 10/ 2
All information, specifications and illustrations in
this manual are those in effect at the time of
printing. NISSAN reserves the right to change
specifications or design at any time without
notice.IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT
THIS MANUALYou will see various symbols in this manual. They
are used in the following ways:
WARNING
This is used to indicate the presence of
a hazard that could cause death or
serious personal injury. To avoid or
reduce the risk, the procedures must
be followed precisely.
CAUTION
This is used to indicate the presence of
a hazard that could cause minor or
moderate personal injury or damage to
your vehicle. To avoid or reduce the risk,
the procedures must be followed care-
fully.
SIC0697
If you see the symbol above, it means“Do not
do this”or“Do not let this happen”.If you see a symbol similar to those above in an
illustration, it means the arrow points to the front
of the vehicle.Arrows in an illustration that are similar to those
above indicate movement or action.
Arrows in an illustration that are similar to those
above call attention to an item in the illustration.CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
WARNING
WARNING
Engine exhaust, some of its constitu-
ents, and certain vehicle components
contain or emit chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive
harm. In addition, certain fluids con-
tained in vehicles and certain products
of component wear contain or emit
chemicals known to the State of Cali-
fornia to cause cancer and birth defects
or other reproductive harm.CALIFORNIA PERCHLORATE ADVI-
SORYSome vehicle parts, such as lithium bat-
teries, may contain perchlorate material.
The following advisory is provided: “Per-
chlorate Material - special handling may
apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/
hazardouswaste/perchlorate.”

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Seats, seat belts and Supplemental Restraint
System (SRS)................................................... 0-2
Exterior front..................................................... 0-3
Exterior rear...................................................... 0-4
Passenger compartment...................................... 0-5Instrument panel................................................ 0-6
Meters and gauges............................................. 0-8
Engine compartment........................................... 0-9
VQ35DE engine............................................ 0-90 Illustrated table of contents
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SSI0377
1. Instrument brightness control switch (P.2-35)
2. Tachometer (P.2-6)
3. Speedometer (P.2-5)
4. Fuel gauge (P.2-7)
5. Warning/indicator lights (P.2-10)
6. Trip computer switch (P.2-21)
7. Dot matrix liquid crystal display (P.2-17)
8. Engine coolant temperature gauge (P.2-6)
9. Vehicle information display
— Odometer/twin trip odometer (P.2-5)
— Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
position indicator (P.2-15)
10. RESET switch for trip odometer (P.2-5)
METERS AND GAUGES0-8
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SDI2172
VQ35DE ENGINE1. Power steering fluid reservoir (P.8-11)
2. Drive belt location (P.8-15)
3. Engine oil filler cap (P.8-8)
4. Brake fluid reservoir (P.8-12)
5. Air cleaner (P.8-16)6. Fuse/fusible link holder (P.8-20)
7. Window washer fluid reservoir (P.8-12)
8. Engine coolant reservoir (P.8-7)
9. Radiator filler cap (P.8-7)
10. Engine oil dipstick (P.8-8)
11. Battery (P.8-13)ENGINE COMPARTMENT
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SSS0793
Seat lifter (if so equipped):
Pull up or push down the adjusting lever to
adjust the seat height until the desired position
is achieved.
SSS0684
Lumbar support (if so equipped):
The lumbar support feature provides lower back
support to the driver.
Move the lever
*1
up or down to adjust the
seatback lumbar area.
Front power seat adjustmentOperating tips:
.The power seat motor has an auto-reset
overload protection circuit. If the motor
stops during operation, wait 30 seconds,
then reactivate the switch.
.Do not operate the power seat switch for a
long period of time when the engine is off.
This will discharge the battery.
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Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

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2 Instruments and controls
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Instrument panel................................................ 2-2
Meters and gauges............................................. 2-4
Speedometer and odometer............................. 2-5
Tachometer................................................... 2-6
Engine coolant temperature gauge..................... 2-6
Fuel gauge................................................... 2-7
Compass (if so equipped).................................... 2-7
Zone variation change procedure....................... 2-9
Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders....... 2-10
Checking bulbs........................................... 2-10
Warning lights............................................. 2-10
Indicator lights............................................. 2-15
Audible reminders........................................ 2-17
Dot matrix liquid crystal display............................ 2-17
Indicators for operation.................................. 2-18
Indicators for maintenance.............................. 2-20
Trip computer.............................................. 2-21
Security systems.............................................. 2-25
Vehicle security system (if so equipped)............ 2-25
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System................. 2-27
Windshield wiper and washer switch.................... 2-28
Rain-sensing auto wiper system
(if so equipped).......................................... 2-29
Rear window wiper and washer switch.................. 2-30
Rear window and outside mirror defroster switch..... 2-31Headlight and turn signal switch.......................... 2-32
Xenon headlights (if so equipped).................... 2-32
Headlight switch.......................................... 2-32
Turn signal switch........................................ 2-36
Fog light switch (if so equipped)...................... 2-36
Hazard warning flasher switch............................. 2-36
Horn............................................................. 2-37
Heated seats (if so equipped)............................. 2-37
Clock............................................................ 2-38
Models without color display........................... 2-38
Models with color display............................... 2-39
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch........... 2-39
Power outlet................................................... 2-39
Cigarette lighter and ashtray (if so equipped).......... 2-41
Storage......................................................... 2-41
Cup holders................................................ 2-41
Sunglasses holder........................................ 2-42
Glove box.................................................. 2-43
Console box............................................... 2-44
Storage box (if so equipped).......................... 2-45
Cargo floor box........................................... 2-45
Luggage side box......................................... 2-46
Cargo cover (if so equipped).......................... 2-46
Luggage hooks (if so equipped)...................... 2-47
Roof rack (if so equipped).............................. 2-48

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SSI0377
1. Instrument brightness control switch
2. Tachometer
3. Speedometer
4. Fuel gauge
5. Warning/indicator lights
6. Trip computer switch
7. Dot matrix liquid crystal display
8. Engine coolant temperature gauge
9. Vehicle information display
— Odometer/twin trip odometer
— Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
position indicator
10. RESET switch for trip odometerThe needle indicators may move slightly
after the ignition switch is pushed to the
LOCK position. This is not a malfunction.
METERS AND GAUGES2-4
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SIC3573
TACHOMETERThe tachometer indicates engine speed in
revolutions per minute (RPM) .Do not rev the
engine into the red zone
*1.
CAUTION
When engine speed approaches the red
zone, shift to a higher gear or reduce
engine speed. Operating the engine in
the red zone may cause serious engine
damage.
SIC3574
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE
GAUGEThe gauge indicates the engine coolant tem-
perature.
The engine coolant temperature is within the
normal range when the gauge needle points
within the zone
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shown in the illustration.
The engine coolant temperature varies with the
outside air temperature and driving conditions.
CAUTION
If the gauge indicates engine coolant
temperature near the hot (H) end of the
normal range, reduce vehicle speed to
decrease temperature. If gauge is over
the normal range, stop the vehicle as
soon as safely possible. If the engine is
overheated, continued operation of the
vehicle may seriously damage the en-
gine. See “IF YOUR VEHICLE OVER-
HEATS” in the “6. In case of emergency”
section for immediate action required.
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All-Wheel Drive (AWD) warning light (AWD
models)*
Low tire pressure warning light
High beam indicator light (Blue)
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning
light
Master warning light
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
Seat belt warning light
Overdrive off indicator light
Brake warning light
Supplemental air bag warning light
Slip indicator light
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) LOCK indicator light
(AWD models)*
Small light indicator light
Charge warning light
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
position indicator light
Turn signal/hazard indicator lights
Engine oil pressure warning light
Cruise main switch indicator light
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off indicator
light
Intelligent Key warning light*
Front passenger air bag status light
*: if so equipped
CHECKING BULBSWith all doors closed, apply the parking brake
and push the ignition switch to the ON position
without starting the engine. The following lights
will come on (if so equipped):
,
or
,
,
,
,
,
The following lights come on briefly and then go
off (if so equipped):
,
or
,
,
,
,
,
,
If any light does not come on, it may indicate a
burned-out bulb or an open circuit in the
electrical system. Have the system checked by
a NISSAN dealer.
Some indicators and warnings are also dis-
played on the dot matrix crystal display on the
speedometer. (See “DOT MATRIX LIQUID
CRYSTAL DISPLAY” later in this section.)
WARNING LIGHTS
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) warning
light (AWD models)
The light comes on when the ignition switch is
pushed to ON. It turns off soon after the engine
is started.
If the AWD system malfunctions, or the diameter
of the front and the rear wheels are different, the
warning light will either remain illuminated or
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blink. (See “ALL-WHEEL DRIVE (AWD)” in the
“5. Starting and driving” section.)
CAUTION
.If the warning light comes on while
driving there may be a malfunction
in the AWD system. Reduce the
vehicle speed and have your vehicle
checked by a NISSAN dealer as
soon as possible.
.If the AWD warning light blinks
when you are driving:
— blinks rapidly (about twice a
second):
Pull off the road in a safe area,
and idle the engine. The driving
mode will change to 2WD to
prevent the AWD system from
malfunctioning. If the warning
light turns off, you can drive
again.
— blinks slowly (about once every
2 seconds):
Pull off the road in a safe area,
and idle the engine. Check that
all tire sizes are the same, tire
pressure is correct and tires arenot worn.
.If the warning light is still on after
the above operations, have your
vehicle checked by a NISSAN dealer
as soon as possible.
or
Anti-lock Braking System
(ABS) warning light
When the ignition switch is in the ON position,
the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning
light illuminates and then turns off. This indicates
the ABS is operational.
If the ABS warning light illuminates while the
engine is running, or while driving, it may
indicate the ABS is not functioning properly.
Have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer.
If an ABS malfunction occurs, the anti-lock
function is turned off. The brake system then
operates normally, but without anti-lock assis-
tance. (See “BRAKE SYSTEM” in the “5.
Starting and driving” section.)
or
Brake warning light
This light functions for both the parking brake
and the foot brake systems.Parking brake indicator:
When the ignition switch is in the ON position,
the light comes on when the parking brake is
applied.
Low brake fluid warning light:
When the ignition switch is in the ON position,
the light warns of a low brake fluid level. If the
light comes on while the engine is running with
the parking brake not applied, stop the vehicle
and perform the following:
1. Check the brake fluid level. Add brake fluid
as necessary. (See “BRAKE FLUID” in the
“8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” sec-
tion.)
2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the
warningsystemcheckedbyaNISSAN
dealer.
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning
indicator:
When the parking brake is released and the
brake fluid level is sufficient, if both the brake
warning light and the Anti-lock Braking System
(ABS) warning light illuminate, it may indicate
the ABS is not functioning properly. Have the
brake system checked, and if necessary re-
paired, by a NISSAN dealer promptly. Avoid
high-speed driving and abrupt braking. (See
“Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light”
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