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ON-PAVEMENT AND OFF-ROAD DRIVING
This vehicle will handle and maneuver differently from an ordinary
passenger car, because it has a higher center of gravity for off-road use.
As with other vehicles with features of this type, failure to operate this
vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or an accident.
Be sure to read ªOn-Pavement and Off-Road driving precautionsº and
ªAvoiding collision and rolloverº in the ªStarting and drivingº section of
this manual.
MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE
This vehicle should not be modified. Modification could affect its
performance, safety or durability, and may even violate governmental
regulations. In addition, damage or performance problems resulting
from modification may not be covered under NISSAN warranties.
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 without notice and without obligation.
1995 NISSAN MOTOR CO., LTD.
TOKYO, JAPAN
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Compass display
Push the switch when the ignition key is in the
ªACCº or ªONº position. The direction will be
displayed.
Zone variation change procedure
The difference between magnetic north and
geographical north is known as variance. In
some areas, this difference can sometimes be
great enough to cause false compass read-
ings. Follow these instructions to set the vari-
ance for your particular location if this hap-
pens:
1. Establish your location on the zone map.
Record your zone number.
2. Push the ªON/OFFº switch in for five sec-
onds until the current zone entry number is
displayed.
3. Press the ªON/OFFº switch repeatedly until
the new zone entry number is displayed.
Once the desired zone number is displayed,
stop pressing the ªON/OFFº switch and the
display will show compass direction within a
few seconds.
IIf a magnet is located near the com-
pass or the vehicle is driven where
the terrestrial magnetism is dis-
turbed, the compass display may not
indicate the correct direction.
IIn places where the terrestrial magne-
tism is disturbed, the correction of
the direction starts automatically, ex-
tinguishing the direction bar. If turn is
made one or two times, the correction
is complete and the direction bar
comes back on.
Correction functions of the direction
meter
The direction display is equipped with auto-
matic correction function. If the direction is not
shown correctly, carry out initial correction.
Manual correction procedure
1. Pushing the switch for about 10 seconds
will enter the initial correction mode. The
direction bar starts blinking.
2. Turn the vehicle slowly in an open, safeplace. The initial correction is completed in
one or two turns.
In places where the terrestrial magne-
tism is extremely disturbed, the initial
correction may start automatically.
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Turn signal
Move the lever up or down to signal to the
turning direction. When the turn is completed,
the turn signals cancel automatically.
Lane change signal
To indicate a lane change, move the lever up
or down to the point where lights begin flash-
ing.
The windshield wiper and washer operates
when the ignition key is in the ªACCº or ªONº
position.
Push the lever down to operate the wiper.
Intermittent operation can be adjusted from 4
to 12 seconds by turning the knob.
(Type B only)
Pull the lever toward you to operate the
washer. Then the wiper will also operate sev-
eral times.
IDo not operate the washer continu-
ously for more than 30 seconds.
IDo not operate the washer if the res-
ervoir tank is dry.
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WINDSHIELD WIPER AND
WASHER SWITCH
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OPERATING THE TRANSMITTER
To operate, simply press the appropriate but-
ton on the Integrated HomeLinkTMTransmit-
ter. The red indicator light illuminates while the
signal is being transmitted. The effective trans-
mission range of the Integrated HomeLink
TM
Transmitter may differ from your hand-held
transmitter.
PROGRAMMING PROBLEM
DIAGNOSIS
Be sure to keep your original hand-held trans-
mitter for possible reprogramming if neces-
sary.
IMake sure batteries in the hand-held trans-
mitter are fully charged.
IHold the hand-held transmitter against the
bottom surface of the Integrated
HomeLink
TMTransmitter so that you can
still see the red indicator light.
IHold buttons for duration of the program-
ming without interruption.
IRotate your hand-held transmitter end-
over-end and program again. For best re-
sults, place the end opposite the battery
compartment against the Integrated
HomeLink
TMTransmitter when program-
ming.
CLEARING THE PROGRAMMING
INFORMATION
To clear the Integrated HomeLinkTMTransmit-
ter of all previous programming information,
simultaneously hold down the outside two but-
tons (#1 & #3) until the red indicator light
begins to flash rapidly (approximately 20 sec-
onds). This will clear all three buttons. Indi-
vidual buttons cannot be cleared, but can be
reprogrammed at any time by following the
programming procedures described above.
IF YOUR VEHICLE IS EVER
STOLEN
If your vehicle has been stolen, you should
change the codes of any device that was
programmed into the Integrated HomeLink
TM
Transmitter as soon as possible. Consult the
owners manual of each device, or call the
manufacturer or dealer of those devices.
When your vehicle is recovered, you will
have to reprogram the Integrated
HomeLink
TMTransmitter with your new
transmitter information.
FCC Notice:
This device complies with FCC rules part
15. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) This device may notcause harmful interference and (2) this de-
vice must accept any interference that may
be received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
The transmitter has been tested and com-
plies with FCC and DOC/MDC rules.
Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for com-
pliance could void the user's authority to
operate the device.
DOC: ISTC 1763K1313
FCC I.D.: CB2V67690
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To adjust BASS, TREB (treble), FADER, and
BAL (balance) the control knobs must be re-
leased from their stowed positions. Pushing
the knobs once moves them to the released
position.
In the released position, the knobs control tone
quality. Turn the control knobs to adjust BASS
and TREB to the most pleasing level.
From the released position, the knobs must be
pulled out in order to control FADER and BAL.
FADER adjusts the sound level between the
front and rear speakers, and BAL adjusts the
sound level between the right and left speak-
ers.Once sound quality is set to the desired levels,
return the control knobs to the stowed position
by pushing them in completely and releasing.
Cassette tape operation
Turn the ignition key to ªACCº or ªONº, then
lightly insert the cassette tape into the tape
door.
The cassette tape will automatically pull into
the player. The word ªTAPEº and an arrow
indicating tape side will illuminate in the dis-
play window.
Do not force the cassette tape into the tape
door.Pressing strongly could cause player
damage.
The cassette tape will automatically change
directions to play the other side when the first
side is completed. At this time, the arrow in the
display window will change direction.
ITo maintain good quality sound, NIS-
SAN recommends that you use cassette
tapes of 60 minutes or shorter in length.
ICassette tapes should be removed from
the player when not in use. Store cas-
settes in their protective cases and away
from direct sunlight, heat, moisture and
magnetic sources.
Direct sunlight can cause the cassette to
become deformed. The use of deformed
cassettes may cause the cassette to jam
in the player.
IDo not use cassettes that have labels
which are peeling and loose. If used, the
label could jam in the player.
IIf a cassette has loose tape, insert a
pencil through one of the cassette hubs
and rewind the tape firmly around the
hubs. Loose tape may cause tape jam-
ming and wavering sound quality.
IOver a period of time, the playback
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rewinding. When the button is released, the
compact disc will return to normal play speed.
APS FF, APS REW button
When the ªº button is pushed while the
compact disc is being played, the program
next to the present one will start to play from its
beginning. Push several times to skip through
programs. The compact disc will advance the
number of times the button is pushed. (When
the last program on the compact disc is
skipped through, the first program will be
played.) When the ª
º button is pushed,
the program being played returns to its begin-
ning. Push several times to skip back through
programs. The compact disc will go back the
number of times the button is pushed.
PRT (Repeat) button
When this button is pushed while the compact
disc is being played, play pattern will change
as follows:
ALL: All the programs will be played repeat-
edly in sequence.
1: Only one program (the one being played
when the PROG button is pushed) will be
repeated.
RANDOM: Programs will be played at random,not following the sequence on the compact
disc.
l(no mark): All the programs will be played in
sequence and stop when the last program is
finished.
IRANDOM The same program may be re-
peated twice.
IWhen the compact disc is ejected, the play
pattern will automatically change to ALL.
IDuring cold weather or rainy days,
the player may malfunction due to the
humidity. If this occurs, remove the
CD and dehumidify or ventilate the
player completely.
IThe player may skip while driving on
rough roads.
IThe CD player sometimes cannot
function when the compartment tem-
perature is extremely high. Decrease
the temperature before use.
IDo not expose the CD to directsunlight.
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IDo not leave children, unreliable
adults, or pets alone in your vehicle.
They could accidentally injure them-
selves or others through inadvertent
operation of the vehicle. Also, on hot,
sunny days, temperatures in a closed
vehicle could quickly become high
enough to cause severe or possibly
fatal injuries to people or animals.
ITo prevent luggage or packages from
sliding forward during braking, do
not stack anything in the cargo area
higher than the seatbacks.
IFailure to follow proper seating in-
structions in this section could result
in serious personal injury in an acci-
dent or during a sudden stop.
EXHAUST GAS (Carbon Monoxide)
Do not breathe exhaust gases; they con-
tain colorless and odorless carbon mon-
oxide. Carbon monoxide is a dangerous
gas, and can cause unconsciousness or
death.
IIf you suspect that exhaust fumes are
entering the vehicle, drive with all
windows fully open, and have the
vehicle inspected immediately.
IDo not run the engine in closed
spaces such as a garage for any
longer than is absolutely necessary.
IDo not park the vehicle with the en-
gine running for any extended length
of time.
IKeep the back door and rear window
closed while driving, otherwise ex-
haust gases could be drawn into the
passenger compartment. If you must
drive in this manner for some reason,
take the following steps.
1. Open all the windows.2. Set the air recirculate switch
ªOFFº and the fan control at
ªhighº to circulate the air.
IIf electrical wiring or other cable con-
nections must pass to a trailer
through the seal on the back door or
the body, follow the manufacturer's
recommendation to prevent carbon
monoxide entry into the vehicle.
IThe exhaust system and body should
be inspected by a qualified mechanic
whenever:
a. The vehicle is raised for service.
b. You suspect that exhaust fumes
are entering into the passenger
compartment.
c. You notice a change in the sound
of the exhaust system.
d. You have had an accident involv-
ing damage to the exhaust system,
underbody, or rear of the vehicle.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN STARTING
AND DRIVING
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Accelerator downshift
Ð In ªDº position Ð
For rapid passing or hill climbing, fully depress
the accelerator pedal to the floor. This shifts
the transmission down into second gear or first
gear, depending on the vehicle speed.
Overdrive switch
ON: For normal driving, push the overdrive
switch ªONº with the selector
switch in the ªDº position. The transmis-
sion is upshifted into OVERDRIVE as
the vehicle speed increases.
The overdrive will not engage until the
engine has warmed up.
OFF: For driving up and down long slopes
where engine ªbrakingº would be advan-
tageous, push the switch ªOFF
º.
When cruising at a low speeds or climb-
ing a gentle slope, you may feel uncom-fortable shift shock as the transmission
shifts between 3rd and overdrive repeat-
edly. In this case, set the overdrive
switch in the ªOFF
º position.
The indicator light will come on at this
time.
When driving conditions change, push the
overdrive switch in the ªON
º position.
Remember not to drive at high speeds for
extended periods of time with the overdrive
switch set in the ªOFF
º position. This
lowers the fuel economy.
Fail-safe
When the Fail-safe operation occurs, the next
time the key is turned to the ªONº position, the
O/D OFF light will blink for approximately 8
seconds after coming on for 2 seconds. While
the vehicle can be driven under these circum-
stances please note that the gears in the
automatic transmission will be locked in third
gear.
If the vehicle is driven under extreme con-
ditions, such as excessive wheel spinning
and subsequent hard braking, the Fail-safe
system may be activated. This will occur
even if all electrical circuits are functioning
properly. In this case, turn the ignition key
ªOFFº and wait for 3 seconds. Then turn
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CHANGING ENGINE OIL
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and
apply the parking brake.
2. Warm up the engine until it reaches oper-
ating temperature, and then turn it off.
3. Place a large drain pan under the drain
plug.
4. Remove the oil filler cap.
5. Remove the drain plug with a wrench and
completely drain the oil.
If the oil filter is to be changed, remove andreplace it at this time. See ªChanging oil
filterº.
Be careful not to burn yourself, as the
engine oil is hot.
Waste oil must be disposed of properly.
Check your local regulations.
6. Clean and re-install the drain plug and new
washer. Securely tighten the drain plug with
a wrench. Do not use excessive force.
Drain plug tightening torque:
22 to 29 ft-lb (29 to 39 N×m)
7. Refill engine with recommended oil and
install the oil filler cap securely.
See the ªTechnical informationº section for
refill capacity.
8. Start the engine.
Check for leakage around the drain plug.
Correct as required.9. Turn the engine off and wait several min-
utes. Check the oil level with the dipstick.
Add engine oil if necessary.
IProlonged and repeated contact with
used engine oil may cause skin can-
cer.
ITry to avoid direct skin contact with
used oil. If skin contact is made, wash
thoroughly with soap or hand cleaner
as soon as possible.
IKeep used engine oil out of reach of
children.
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Check the brake booster function with the
following steps:
1. With the engine off, press and release the
brake pedal several times. When brake
pedal movement (distance of travel) re-
mains the same from one pedal application
to the next, continue on to the next step.
2. While depressing the brake pedal, start the
engine. The pedal height should drop a
little.
3. With the brake pedal depressed, stop the
engine. Keeping the pedal depressed for
about 30 seconds, the pedal height should
not change.
4. Run the engine for one minute without
depressing the brake pedal, then turn it off.
Depress the brake pedal several times. The
pedal travel distance will decrease gradu-
ally with each depression as the vacuum is
released from the booster.
If the brakes do not operate properly, have the
brake checked by your NISSAN dealer.Press the pedal by hand and be sure the free
travel is within the above limit. If free travel is
out of the range shown above, see your NIS-
SAN dealer.
Engine compartment (Headlight
fuses)
If any electrical equipment does not operate,
check for an open fuse.
1. Be sure the ignition key and the headlight
switch are ªOFFº.
2. Open the engine hood.
3. Remove the fusible link cover.
4. Remove the fuse with the fuse puller.
5. If the fuse is open, replace it with a new
fuse.
DI0070-BSDI0395
BRAKE BOOSTER CLUTCH PEDAL FUSES
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