coolant temperature NISSAN MURANO 2023 Owners Manual

2 Instruments and controls
Instrument panel................................2-2
Meters and gauges .............................2-4
Speedometer and odometer .................2-4
Tachometer ..................................2-6
Engine coolant temperature gauge ..........2-6
Fuel gauge ................................... 2-7
Distance To Empty (DTE) ..................... 2-7
Eco Drive Report (if so equipped) .............2-8
Warning lights, indicator lights and audible
reminders .......................................2-9
Checking lights .............................. 2-10
Warning/Indicator lights (red) ...............2-10
Warning/Indicator lights (yellow) ............2-12
Warning/Indicator lights (other) .............2-17
Audible reminders ........................... 2-17
Vehicle information display .....................2-18
How to use the vehicle information
display ...................................... 2-18
Startup display .............................. 2-19
Settings ..................................... 2-19
Vehicle information display warnings
and indicators ............................... 2-26
Security systems ............................... 2-32
Vehicle security system .....................2-32
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System .........2-34
Wiper and washer switch .......................2-35Switch operation
............................ 2-35
Rear switch operation .......................2-36
Rear window and outside mirror
(if so equipped) defroster switch ...............2-37
Headlight and turn signal switch ...............2-38
Headlight control switch ....................2-38
LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
system ...................................... 2-43
Instrument brightness control ..............2-43
Turn signal switch ........................... 2-44
Fog light switch (if so equipped) .............2-44
Horn ........................................... 2-45
Climate controlled seat switches
(if so equipped) ................................. 2-45
Heated seat switches (if so equipped) ..........2-47
Heated rear seat switches (if so equipped) .....2-48
Heated steering wheel switch (if so equipped) . . 2-49
Dynamic
driver assistance switch ..............2-50
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch .....2-50
Emergency call (SOS) button (if so equipped) . . . 2-51 Emergency support ......................... 2-51
Rear Door Alert ................................. 2-53
Power outlets .................................. 2-54
12v outlets .................................. 2-54
USB/iPod® charging ports ......................2-55

1. Tachometer
2. Warning and indicator lights
3. Vehicle information displayOdometer
Twin Trip Odometer 4. Speedometer
5. Fuel gauge
6. Engine coolant temperature gauge
SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER
This vehicle is equipped with a speedom-
eter and odometer. The speedometer is
located on the right side of the meter clus-
ter. The odometer is located within the
vehicle information display.
LIC4125
METERS AND GAUGES
2-4Instruments and controls

TACHOMETER
The tachometer indicates engine speed in
revolutions per minute (rpm). Do not rev
engine into the red zone
O1.
CAUTION
When engine speed approaches the
red zone, reduce engine speed. Operat-
ing the engine in the red zone may
cause serious engine damage.
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE
GAUGE
The gauge indicates the engine coolant
temperature. The engine coolant tempera-
ture is within the normal range
O1when
the gauge needle points within the zone
shown in the illustration.
The engine coolant temperature varies
with the outside air temperature and driv-
ing conditions.
CAUTION
If the gauge indicates coolant tem-
perature near the hot (H) end of the
normal range, reduce vehicle speed to
decrease temperature. If the 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
engine. For additional information, see
“If your vehicle overheats” (P. 6-12) for
immediate action required.
LIC3780LIC3538
2-6Instruments and controls

OPERATING TIPS
Sensors,OAandOBon the instrument
panel, help the system maintain a constant
temperature. Do not put anything on or
around these sensors.
•
When the climate system is in automatic
operation and the engine coolant tem-
perature and outside air temperature are
low, the air flow outlet may default to de-
froster mode for a maximum of 2 minutes
and 30 seconds. This is not a malfunction.
Af ter the engine coolant temperature
warms up, the air flow outlet will return to
foot mode and operation will continue
normally.
• When the outside and interior cabin tem- peratures are moderate to high, the in-
take setting may default to turn off air
recirculation to allow fresh air into the
passenger compartment. You may no-
tice air flow from the foot mode, bi-level
mode, or side demist vent outlets for a
maximum of 15 seconds. This may occur
when the previous climate setting was
turned off. This is not a malfunction. Af ter
the initial warm air is expelled, the intake
will return to automatic control, air flow
outlet will return to previous settings, and
operation may continue normally. To exit,
press any climate control button.
• Keep the moonroof (if so equipped) closed while the air conditioner is in
operation.
• If you feel that the air flow mode you have selected and the outlets the air is coming
out do not match, select the
mode.
• When you change the air flow mode, you may feel air flow from the foot outlets for
just a moment. This is not a malfunction. The air conditioner system in your NISSAN
vehicle is charged with a refrigerant de-
signed with the environment in mind.
This refrigerant does not harm the
earth's ozone layer.
Special charging equipment and lubricant
is required when servicing your NISSAN air
conditioner. Using improper refrigerants or
lubricants will cause severe damage to
your air conditioner system. For additional
information, see “Air conditioner system
refrigerant and oil recommendations”
(P. 10-8).
It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer to service your “environmentally
friendly” air conditioner system.
WARNING
The air conditioner system contains re-
frigerant under high pressure. To avoid
personal injury, any air conditioner ser-
vice should be done only by an experi-
enced technician with proper equipment.
LHA5046
SERVICING AIR CONDITIONER
4-32Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems

REMOTE ENGINE START (if so
equipped)
Vehicles started with the Remote Engine
Start require the ignition switch to be
placed in the ON position before the shif t
lever can be moved from the P (Park) posi-
tion. To place the ignition switch in the ON
position, follow these steps:
1. Make sure that the Intelligent Key is onyou.
2. Apply the brake.
3. Push the ignition switch once to the ON position.
For additional information, see “NISSAN In-
telligent Key®” (P. 3-2).
ENGINE PROTECTION MODE
The engine has an engine protection mode
to reduce the chance of damage if the
coolant temperature becomes too high
(for example, when climbing steep grades
in high temperatures with heavy loads,
such as when towing a trailer). When the
engine temperature reaches a certain
level:
• The engine coolant temperature gauge will move toward the H position.
• Engine power may be reduced.
• The air conditioning cooling function may be automatically turned off for a short
time (the blower will continue to operate).
Engine power and, under some conditions,
vehicle speed will decrease. Vehicle speed
can be controlled with the accelerator
pedal, but the vehicle may not accelerate at
the desired speed. The transmission will
downshif t or upshif t as it reaches pre-
scribed shif t points. You can also shif t
manually.
As driving conditions change and engine
coolant temperature is reduced, vehicle
speed can be increased using the accel-
erator pedal, and the air conditioning cool-
ing function will automatically be turned
back on. The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) may
also come on if the engine coolant tem-
perature is not reduced or the air condi-
tioning cooling function does not turn back
on. If
only it remains on, you do not need to
have your vehicle towed, but have it in-
spected soon. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN dealer for this service. For
additional information, see “Malfunction In-
dicator Light (MIL)” (P. 2-14).
WARNING
Overheating can result in reduced en-
gine power and vehicle speed. The re-
duced speed may be lower than other
traffic, which could increase the chance
of a collision. Be especially careful
when driving. If the vehicle cannot
maintain a safe driving speed, pull to
the side of the road in a safe area. Allow
the engine to cool and return to normal
operation. For additional information,
see “If your vehicle overheats” (P. 6-12).
DRIVING THE VEHICLE
5-18Starting and driving

The sonar sensors may be blocked by tem-
porary ambient conditions such as splash-
ing water, mist or fog.
The blocked condition may also be caused
by objects such as ice, frost or dirt ob-
structing the sonar sensors.
Check for and remove objects obstructing
the area around the sonar sensors.
Do not attach stickers (including transpar-
ent material), install accessories or apply
additional paint near the sonar sensors.
Do not strike or damage the area around
the sonar sensors. It is recommended that
you visit a NISSAN dealer if the area around
the sonar sensors is damaged due to a
collision.FREEING A FROZEN DOOR LOCK
To prevent a door lock from freezing, apply
de-icer through the key hole. If the lock
becomes frozen, heat the key before in-
serting it into the key hole, or use the
NISSAN Intelligent Key®.
ANTIFREEZE
In the winter when it is anticipated that the
temperature will drop below 32°F (0°C),
check the antifreeze to assure proper win-
ter protection. For additional information,
see “Engine cooling system” (P. 8-4).
BATTERY
If the battery is not fully charged during
extremely cold weather conditions, the
battery fluid may freeze and damage the
battery. To maintain maximum efficiency,
the battery should be checked regularly.
For additional information, see “Battery”
(P. 8-14).
DRAINING OF COOLANT WATER
If the vehicle is to be lef t outside without
antifreeze, drain the cooling system, includ-
ing the engine block. Refill before operating
the vehicle. For additional information, see
“Changing engine coolant” (P. 8-5).
TIRE EQUIPMENT
1. SUMMER tires have a tread designed toprovide superior performance on dry
pavement. However, the performance of
these tires will be substantially reduced
in snowy and icy conditions. If you oper-
ate your vehicle on snowy or icy roads,
NISSAN recommends the use of MUD &
SNOW or ALL SEASON TIRES on all four
wheels. It is recommended that you visit
a NISSAN dealer for the tire type, size,
speed rating and availability information.
2. For additional traction on icy roads, studded tires may be used. However,
some U.S. states and Canadian prov-
inces prohibit their use. Check local,
state and provincial laws before install-
ing studded tires.
Skid and traction capabilities of studded
snow tires on wet or dry surfaces may be
poorer than that of non-studded snow
tires.
3. Tire chains may be used. For additional information, see “Tire chains” (P. 8-36).
COLD WEATHER DRIVING
Starting and driving5-131

CAUTION
• Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) models cannot be push-
started or tow-started. Attempting
to do so may cause transmission
damage.
•
Do not push start this vehicle. The
three-way catalyst may be damaged.
WARNING
• Do not continue to drive if your ve-
hicle overheats. Doing so could cause
engine damage or a vehicle fire.
• To avoid the danger of being scalded,
never remove the radiator or coolant
reservoir cap while the engine is still
hot. When the radiator or coolant res-
ervoir cap is removed, pressurized
hot water will spurt out, possibly
causing serious injury.
• Do not open the hood if steam is
coming out.
If your vehicle is overheating (indicated by
an extremely high temperature gauge
reading), or if you feel a lack of engine
power, detect abnormal noise, etc. take the
following steps:
1. Move the vehicle safely off the road, ap- ply the parking brake and move the shif t
lever to P (Park).
Do not stop the engine.
2. Turn off the air conditioner. Open all the windows, move the heater or air condi-
tioner temperature control to maximum
hot and fan control to high speed. 3. Get out of the vehicle. Look and listen for
steam or coolant escaping from the ra-
diator before opening the hood. If steam
or coolant is escaping, turn off the en-
gine. Do not open the hood further until
no steam or coolant can be seen.
4. Open the engine hood.
WARNING
If steam or water is coming from the
engine, stand clear to prevent getting
burned.
5. Visually check drive belts for damage or looseness. Also check if the cooling fan
is running. The radiator hoses and radia-
tor should not leak water. If coolant is
leaking, the water pump belt is missing
or loose, or the cooling fan does not run,
stop the engine.
WARNING
Be careful not to allow your hands, hair,
jewelry or clothing to come into con-
tact with, or get caught in, engine belts
or the engine cooling fan. The engine
cooling fan can start at any time.
PUSH STARTING IF YOUR VEHICLE OVERHEATS
6-12In case of emergency

• Determine the overall height of the ve-hicle and trailer so the required clearance
is known.
Trailer towing tips
In order to gain skill and an understanding
of the vehicle's behavior, you should prac-
tice turning, stopping and backing up in
an area which is free from traffic. Steering
stability and braking performance will be
somewhat different than under normal
driving conditions.
• Always secure items in the trailer to pre-vent load shif t while driving.
• Lock the trailer hitch coupler with a pin or lock to prevent the coupler from inadver-
tently becoming unlatched.
• Avoid abrupt starts, acceleration or stops.
• Avoid sharp turns or lane changes.
• Always drive your vehicle at a moderate speed.
• 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 back-
ing 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:CAUTION
If you move the shif t lever to the P
(Park) position before blocking the
wheels and applying the parking brake,
transmission damage could occur.
1. Apply and hold the brake pedal.
2. Have someone place blocks on the downhill side of the vehicle and trailer
wheels.
3. Af ter the wheel blocks are in place, slowly release the brake pedal until the
blocks absorb the vehicle load.
4. Apply the parking brake.
5. Shif t the transmission into P (Park).
6. Turn off the engine.
To drive away:
1. Start the vehicle.
2. Apply and hold the brake pedal.
3. Shif t the transmission into gear. 4. Release the parking brake.
5. Drive slowly until the vehicle and trailer
are clear from the blocks.
6. Apply and hold the brake pedal.
7. Have someone retrieve and store the blocks.
• While going downhill, the weight of the trailer pushing on the tow vehicle may
decrease overall stability. Therefore, to
maintain adequate control, reduce your
speed and shif t to a lower gear. Avoid
long or repeated use of the brakes when
descending a hill, as this reduces their
effectiveness and could cause overheat-
ing. Shif ting to a lower gear instead pro-
vides “engine braking” and reduces the
need to brake as frequently.
• If the engine coolant temperature rises to a high temperature, see “If your vehicle
overheats” (P. 6-12).
• Trailer towing requires more fuel than normal circumstances.
• Avoid towing a trailer for your vehicle's first 500 miles (805 km).
• For the first 500 miles (805 km) that you do tow, do not drive over 50 mph (80
km/h).
Technical and consumer information10-27

Coat hooks.......................2-62
Coldweatherdriving...............5-131
Console box ......................2-59
Console light ......................2-70
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) ............................5-19
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
fluid ..........................8-10
Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT) ...............5-19
Controls.........................4-30 Heater and air conditioner controls. . .4-30
Coolant..........................10-2 Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ..................10-2
Changing engine coolant ...........8-5
Checking engine coolant level .......8-5
Engine coolant temperature gauge . . .2-6
Corrosionprotection.................7-7
Cruisecontrol.....................5-56
Cupholders......................2-60
D
Daytime Running Light System ........2-43
Defrosterswitch...................2-37 Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch.........................2-37
Dimensions and weights ............10-10
Dimmer switch for instrument panel . . .2-43
Door locks ........................3-5
Drivebelt ........................8-16
Drivingthevehicle..................5-18 Driving..........................5
-131
Cold weather driving .............5-131
Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT) ...............5-19
Precautions when starting and
driving......................5-4,5-11
Dynamic driver assistance switch ......2-50
E
Eco Drive Report....................2-8
Economy - fuel ...................5 -116
Emergency call (SOS) button ..........2-51
Emergency engine shutoff ...........5-15
Emission control information label .....10-12
Emission control system warranty . . . .10-30
Engine coolant temperature gauge .....2-6
Engine ..........................5-16
Before starting the engine ..........5-16
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ..................10-2
Changing engine coolant ...........8-5
Changing engine oil filter ...........8-6
Changing engine oil ...............8-6
Checking engine coolant level .......8-5
Checking engine oil level ...........8-6
Engine compartment check
locations .......................8-3
Engine coolant temperature gauge . . .2-6
Engine cooling system .............8-4
Engine oil and oil filter
recommendation ................10-7
Engine oil pressure warning light .....2-11Engine oil viscosity
...............10-7
Engine oil .......................8-6
Engine serial number .............10-12
Engine specifications .............10-9
Starting the engine ...............5-17
EventDatarecorders...............10-32
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) ........5-4
Explanation of maintenance items ......9-2
Explanation of scheduled maintenance
items........................... .9-5
Extended storage switch ............2-55
Eyeglasscase.....................2-59
F
F.M.V.S.S. certification label ...........10-12
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher
switch)...........................6-2
Flattire...........................6-3
Floor mat positioning aid .............7-6
Fluid ............................8-11 Brakefluid......................8-11
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ..................10-2
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
fluid ..........................8-10
Engine coolant ...................8-4
Engine oil .......................8-6
Powersteeringfluid...............8-11
Windshield-washer fluid ...........8-12
Foglightswitch ...................2-44
Front air bag system (See supplemental
restraintsystem)...................1-56
11-2

Front and rear sonar system.........5-126
Front power seat adjustment ..........1-4
Frontseats....................... .1-2
Front-door pocket .................2-56
Fuelefficientdrivingtips.............5 -115
Fuel gauge ........................2-7
Fuel-filler door ....................3-28
Fuel.............................10-2 Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ..................10-2
Fuel economy ..................5 -116
Fuel gauge ......................2-7
Fueloctanerating................10-6
Fuel recommendation ............10-4
Fuel-filler cap ...................3-29
Fuel-filler door lock opener lever .....3-28
Fuel-filler lid ....................3-29
Loose fuel cap warning ............2-27
Fuses ...........................8-20
Fusiblelinks ......................8-21
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver .......................2-71
Gascap.........................3-29
Gauge ...........................2-6
Engine coolant temperature gauge . . .2-6
Fuel gauge ......................2-7
Odometer ......................2-5
Speedometer .................2-4,2-5
Tachometer .....................2-6
Trip odometer ...................2-5 General maintenance
................9-2
Glovebox........................2-59
H
Hazard warning flasher switch .........6-2
Headrestraints.................... .1-9
Headlight and turn signal switch .......2-38
Headlightcontrolswitch.............2-38
Headlights.......................8-25
Heatedmirrors................... .3-36
Heatedrearseats..................2-48
Heatedseats.....................2-45
Heated steering wheel ..............2-49
Heater and air conditioner (automatic) . .4-29
Heater..........................4-29 Heater and air conditioner (automatic)
(if so equipped) ..................4-29
Heater and air conditioner controls. . .4-30
Heater operation .................4-31
Hill start assist system ..............5-126
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver.......2-71
Hood ............................3-21
Hook ...........................2-62
Luggage hook ..................2-62
Horn............................2-45
I
Ignition switch .....................5-13
Push-button ignition switch ........5-13
Immobilizer system ................2-34
Important vehicle information label . . . .10-12In-cabinmicrofilter.................8-18
Increasing fuel economy
............5-116
Indicator lights and audible reminders
(See warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders) ...................... .2-10
Indicator.........................5-15 NISSAN Intelligent Key® battery discharge
indicator.......................5-15
Inside automatic anti-glare mirror .....3-34
Instrument brightness control ........2-43
Instrument panel dimmer switch ......2-43
Instrument panel ...................0-6
Intelligent Around View® Monitor .......4-11
Intelligent Cruise Control ............5-59
Intelligent Drive Alertness (I-DA) .......5-112
Intelligent Forward Collision Warning
(I-FCW)..........................5-99
Intelligent Key system ................3-8
Key operating range ...............3-8
Key operation ....................3-9
Mechanical key ...................3-3
Remote keyless entry operation .....3-12
Troubleshooting guide ............3-16
Warning signals ..................3-16
Intelligent Lane Intervention ..........5-33
Interiorlight..................... .2-69
ISOFIX child restraints ...............1-28
J
Jumpstarting.....................6-10
11-3