NISSAN X-TRAIL 2006 Owners Manual

ForewordWelcome to the growing family of new NISSAN
owners. This vehicle is delivered to you with
confidence. It was produced using the latest
techniques and strict quality control.
This manual was prepared to help you under-
stand the operation and maintenance of your
vehicle so that you may enjoy many miles of
driving pleasure. Please read through this
manual before operating your vehicle.
A separate Warranty Information Booklet
explains details about the warranties cov-
ering your vehicle. The NISSAN Service
and Maintenance Guide explains details
about maintaining and servicing your ve-
hicle. Additionally, a separate Customer
Care booklet will explain how to resolve
any concerns you may have with your ve-
hicle.
A NISSAN dealer knows your vehicle best.
When you require any service or have any
questions, we will be glad to assist you with the
extensive resources available for you.READ FIRST — THENDRIVE
SAFELYBefore driving your vehicle please read
your Owner’s Manual carefully. This will
ensure familiarity with controls and main-
tenance requirements, assisting you in the
safe operation of your vehicle.
WARNING
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMA-
TION
REMINDERS FOR SAFETY!Follow these important driving rules to
help ensure a safe and comfortable trip
for you and your passengers!

Never drive under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.

Always observe posted speed limits
and never drive too fast for condi-
tions.

Always use your seat belts. Refer to
“Child safety” and “Child restraints”
in the “ Safety — Seats, seat belts and
supplemental restraint system” sec-
tion for precautions regarding chil-
dren.

Always provide information about the
proper use of vehicle safety features
to all occupants of the vehicle.

Always review this Owner’s Manual
for important safety information.
MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLEThis vehicle should not be modified. Modi-
fication could affect its performance,
safety or durability, and may even violate
governmental regulations. In addition,
damage or performance problems result-
ing from modification may not be covered
under NISSAN warranties.WHEN READING THE MANUALThis manual includes information for all
options available on this model. There-
fore, you may find some information that
does not apply to your vehicle.
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.


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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 moder-
ate personal injury or damage to your
vehicle. To avoid or reduce the risk, the
procedures must be followed carefully.If you see this symbol, it meansDo not do this
orDo not let this happen.
If you see a symbol similar to these in an
illustration, it means the arrow points to the front
of the vehicle.Arrows in an illustration that are similar to these
indicate movement or action.Arrows in an illustration that are similar to these
call attention to an item in the illustration.© 2005 NISSAN MOTOR CO., LTD.
TOKYO, JAPAN
All rights reserved. No part of this Owner’s Manual may be
reproduced or stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted
in any form, or by any means, electronic, mechanical,
photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior
written permission of Nissan Motor Co., Ltd.
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NISSAN CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAM
NISSAN CARES ...
Both NISSAN and a NISSAN dealer are dedicated to serving all your automotive needs. Your satisfaction with your vehicle and a NISSAN dealer are our
primary concerns. A NISSAN dealer is always available to assist you with all your automobile sales and service needs.
However, if there is something that a NISSAN
dealer cannot assist you with or you would like
to provide NISSAN directly with comments or
questions, please contact our (NISSAN’s) Con-
sumer Affairs Department using our toll-free
number:
1-800-387-0122
The Consumer Affairs Department will ask for
the following information:
— Your name, address, and telephone
number
— Vehicle identification number (on dash panel)
— Date of purchase
— Current odometer reading
— A NISSAN dealer’s name
— Your comments or questions
ORYou can write to NISSAN with the information
on the left at:
Nissan Canada Inc.
5290 Orbitor Drive
Mississauga, Ontario L4W 4Z5
We appreciate your interest in NISSAN and thank you for buying a quality NISSAN vehicle.


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Table of
Contents
Illustrated table of contentsSafety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental
restraint systemInstruments and controlsPre-driving checks and adjustmentsDisplay screen, heater, air conditioner and audio
systemsStarting and drivingIn case of emergencyAppearance and careMaintenance and do-it-yourselfTechnical and consumer informationIndex


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0 Illustrated table of contentsExterior front ........................................................................... 0-2
Exterior rear ............................................................................. 0-3
Passenger compartment ..................................................... 0-4
Instrument panel ................................................................... 0-5
Meters and gauges .............................................................. 0-7
Engine compartment check locations ............................. 0-8


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1. Engine hood (Page 3-7)
2. Clearance lights
— Switch (P.2-18)/Bulb(P.8-31)
3. Headlights
— Switch (P.2-18)/Bulb(P.8-27)
4. Turn signal lights
— Switch (P.2-20)/Bulb(P.8-30)
5. Windshield wiper and washer
— Switch (P.2-15)
— Wiper replacement (P.8-20)
— Window washer fluid (P.8-15)
6. Sunroof* (P.2-38)
7. Driving light*
— Switch (P.2-20)/Bulb(P.8-30)
8. Power windows (P.2-36)
9. Recovery hooks (P.6-13)
10. Fog lights*
— Switch (P.2-20)/Bulb(P.8-30)
11. Tires
— Tires and wheels (P.8-34, 9-8)
— Flat tire (P.6-2)
12. Mirrors (P.3-11)
13. Child safety door lock (P.3-4)
* If so equipped
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1. Doors
— Keys (P.3-2)
— Door locks (P.3-3)
— Remote keyless entry (P.3-5)
2. Roof rail* (P.2-35)
3. Fuel
— Fuel-filler door (P.3-9)
— Fuel recommendation (P.9-3)
4. Stop/tail lights (bulb) (P.8-30)
5. Rear window defogger (P.2-17)
6. High-mounted stop light (bulb) (P.8-30)
7. Rear window wiper and washer (P.2-16)
8. Turn signal lights
— Switch (P.2-20)/Bulb(P.8-30)
9. Back-up light (bulb) (P.8-30)
10. Back door (P.3-7)
* If so equipped
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1. Inside mirror (P.3-11)
2. Room light (P.2-39)/Map light (P.2-41)
3. Power windows (P.2-36)
4. Front seat (P.1-2)
5. Room light (P.2-39)
6. Luggage room light (P.2-41)
7. Fuel-filler door opener lever (P.3-9)
8. Parking brake (P.5-15)
9. Console box (P.2-31)
10. Rear cup holders (P.2-29)
11. Rear seat (P.1-6)
12. LATCH system (P.1-26)
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1. Side ventilator (P.4-7)
2. Cup holder (P.2-28)
3. Headlight/Turn signal switch/Fog light
switch* (P.2-18)
4. Driver air bag (P.1-37)/Horn (P.2-22)
5. Driver’s box/Power outlet (P.2-25)
6. Driver’s side ventilator (P.4-7)
7. Wiper and washer switch (P.2-15)
8. Center ventilator (P.4-7)
9. Meters and gauges (P.2-3)
10. Audio system*(P.4-14)/Navigation system**
(P.4-2)
11. Hazard warning flasher switch (P.2-21)
12. Passenger air bag (P.1-37)
13. Driving light switch* (P.2-20)
14. Hood release switch (P.3-7)
15. Outside mirror remote control (P.3-12)
16. Instrument brightness control (P.2-19)
17. VDC (Vehicle dynamic control) off switch*
(P.2-23)
18. Fuse box cover (P.8-22)
19. Tilting steering wheel lock lever (P.3-10)
20. Cruise control switch (P.5-16)
21. Ignition switch (P.5-6)
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