Nissan 2014 Xterra - Owner's Manual User Manual

®2014 XTERRAOWNER’S MANUALFor your safety, read carefully and keep in this vehicle.2014 NISSAN XTERRA N50-DN50-DPrinting : September 2013 (16)Publi

0 Illustrated table of contentsAir bags, seat belts and child restraints ...0-2Exterior front ...0-3Exte

● When a spare tire is mounted or a wheelis replaced the TPMS will not functionand the low tire pressure warning lightwill flash for approximately 1 m

WARNINGIf the supplemental air bag warning lightis on, it could mean that the front air bag,side air bags, curtain air bags and/or pre-tensioners will

High beam indicator light(blue)This blue light comes on when the headlight highbeams are on and goes out when the low beamsare selected.The high beam

The Malfunction Indicator Light may stop blinkingand come on steady. Have the vehicle inspectedby a NISSAN dealer. You do not need to haveyour vehicle

Vehicle Dynamic Control(VDC) OFF indicator lightThis indicator light comes on when the VehicleDynamic Control off switch is pushed to OFF, thetransfer

Your vehicle may have two types of security sys-tems:● Vehicle security system● NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer SystemVEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEMThe vehicle se

● Even when the driver and/or passen-gers are in the vehicle, the system willarm with all doors closed and lockedwith the ignition switch placed in th

Security indicator lightThe security indicator light blinks whenever theignition switch is placed in the LOCK, OFF or ACCposition. This function indic

● Pre-mix washer fluid concentrates withwater to the manufacturer’s recom-mended levels before pouring the fluidinto the windshield-washer fluid reser

To defrost the rear window glass and outsidemirrors (if so equipped), start the engine andpush the rear window defroster switch on. Therear window def

1. 2nd row seat belts (P. 1-13)2. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact androllover supplemental air bag (P. 1-45)3. Front seat belts (P. 1-13)4. Head rest

Autolight system (if so equipped)The autolight system allows the headlights to beset so they turn on and off automatically. Theautolight system can:●

Battery saver systemIf the ignition switch is placed in the OFF positionwhile the headlight switch is in theor position, the headlights will turn off

TURN SIGNAL SWITCHTurn signal䊊1Move the lever up or down to signal theturning direction. When the turn is com-pleted, the turn signal cancels automati

To turn the off road lights off, press the off roadlamps switch again. If the high beam function ofthe headlights is turned off at any time, the offro

● When cleaning the seat, never usegasoline, benzine, thinner, or any simi-lar materials.● If any malfunctions are found or theheated seat does not op

Push the VDC OFF switch again or restart theengine to turn on the system. See “Vehicle Dy-namic Control (VDC) system” in the “Starting anddriving” sec

● the 4WD switch must be in the 4H positionand the vehicle speed must be under21 MPH (35 km/h), and● the hill descent control system switch mustbe ON.

● Use the E-Lock system only when free-ing a stuck vehicle. Try the 4LO positionbefore using the E-Lock system. Neveruse the E-Lock system on a slippe

The power outlets are for powering electricalaccessories such as cellular telephones. Theyare rated at 12 volt, 120W (10A) maximum.The power outlets a

STORAGE TRAYSWARNINGDo not place sharp objects in the trays tohelp prevent injury in an accident or sud-den stop.Top center trayLIC1539A/T model (if s

1. Engine hood (P. 3-9)2. Windshield wiper and washer switch(P. 2-26)3. Windshield (P. 8-19)4. Power windows (P. 2-48)5. Door locks, keyfob, keys (P.

CONSOLE BOXPull up on the lever䊊1to open the console box lid䊊2.GLOVE BOXTo open the top portion of the glove box, push thelatch䊊Aup and raise the lid.

CAUTION● Do not leave sunglasses in the sun-glasses holder while parking in directsunlight. The heat may damage thesunglasses.● Do not use for anythin

CUP HOLDERSThe front cup holders have adapters that can beremoved to accommodate larger cups.CAUTION● Avoid abrupt starting and braking whenthe cup ho

CARGO AREA STORAGETo access the floor storage area, push down䊊1to raise the handle, then pull up on the handle䊊2to lift the luggage board.WARNINGDo no

Side finisherDo not apply a load of more than 110 lb (490 N)to a single hook.Floor hooksDo not apply a load of more than 110 lb (490 N)to a single hoo

CARGO NETS (if so equipped)WARNING● Properly secure all cargo to help pre-vent it from sliding or shifting. Do notplace cargo higher than the seatback

To install the removable left-hand luggage sidenet䊊A, attach the net to the retainers. To remove,detach the net from the retainers.The smaller left-ha

WARNING● Drive extra carefully when the vehicle isloaded at or near the cargo carryingcapacity, especially if the significantportion of that load is c

To open the gear basket lid:䊊1Turn the handle counterclockwise.䊊2Raise the lid.NOTE:Cargo in the gear basket must fit with thelid closed. The maximum

POWER WINDOWSWARNING● Make sure that all passengers havetheir hands, etc. inside the vehicle whileit is in motion and before closing thewindows. Use t

1. Roof rack (P. 2-45)2. Vehicle loading (P. 9-12)3. Rear window and outside mirrordefroster switch (P. 2-28)4. Rear window washer (P. 2-27)5. Rear vi

Front passenger’s power windowswitchThe passenger’s window switch operates onlythe corresponding passenger’s window. To openthe window, push the switc

The interior lights have a three-position switch andoperate regardless of ignition switch position.When the switch is in the ON position䊊1, theinterio

To turn the map lights on, press the switches. Toturn them off, press the switches again.CAUTIONDo not use for extended periods of timewith the engine

MEMO2-52 Instruments and controls

3 Pre-driving checks and adjustmentsKeys...3-2NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System keys ...3-2Doors ...

1. Two master keys (black) with transpon-der chip and chrome NISSAN brandsymbol on one side2. Valet key (black) with transponder chip3. Key number pla

When the doors are locked using one of thefollowing methods, the doors cannot be openedusing the inside or outside door handles. Thedoors must be unlo

LOCKING WITH POWER DOORLOCK SWITCHTo lock all the doors without a key, push the doorlock switch (driver or front passenger side), to thelock position䊊

CHILD SAFETY REAR DOOR LOCKChild safety locks help prevent the rear doorsfrom being opened accidentally, especially whensmall children are in the vehi

● Do not place the keyfob near equipmentthat produces a magnetic field, such asa TV, audio equipment and personalcomputers.If a keyfob is lost or stol

1. Map lights (P. 2-51)2. Sun visors (P. 3-13)3. Inside mirror (P. 3-15)4. Glove box (P. 2-39)5. Console box (P. 2-39)6. Front seats (P. 1-2)7. Rear s

Unlocking doorsPress the button on the keyfob once.● Only the driver’s door unlocks.● The hazard warning lights flash once if alldoors are completely

Using the interior lightsPress the button on the keyfob once toturn on the interior lights.For additional information, refer to “Interior lights”in th

䊊1Pull the hood lock release handle locatedbelow the driver’s side instrument panel. Thehood will spring up slightly.䊊2Push the lever at the front of

KEY OPERATION● Turn the key counterclockwise䊊1to lock alldoors.● Turn the key clockwise䊊2to unlock liftgate.● Turn the key clockwise䊊3again within5 se

● Do not attempt to top off the fuel tankafter the fuel pump nozzle shuts offautomatically. Continued refueling maycause fuel overflow, resulting in f

To remove the fuel-filler cap:1. Turn the fuel-filler cap counterclockwise toremove.2. Put the fuel-filler cap on the cap holder䊊1while refueling.To i

䊊1To block glare from the front, swing down themain sun visor.䊊2To block glare from the side, remove themain sun visor from the center mount andswing

䊊1To block glare from the front, swing down themain sun visor.䊊2To block glare from the side, remove themain sun visor from the center mount andswing

REARVIEW MIRROR (if so equipped)The night position䊊1reduces glare from theheadlights of vehicles behind you at night.Use the day position䊊2when drivin

Manual control type (if so equipped)The outside mirror can be moved in any directionfor a better rear view.Electric control type (if so equipped)The o

1. Vents (P. 4-13)2. Headlight/fog light (if so equipped)/turnsignal switch (P. 2-28)3. Steering wheel switch for audio control(if so equipped)/Blueto

Foldable outside mirrorsPull the outside mirror toward the door to fold it.LPD0259Pre-driving checks and adjustments 3-17

4 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voicerecognition systemsControl panel buttons — color screen withNavigation System (if so equipped) ...

Steering wheel switch for audio control ...4-56Antenna ...4-57NissanConnect™ App Smartphone Integration(if s

WARNING● Positioning of the heating or air condi-tioning controls and display controlsshould not be done while driving in or-der that full attention m

* For information regarding the Navigation systemcontrol buttons, refer to the separate NavigationSystem Owner’s Manual.** For information regarding t

Touch screen operationMenu Item ResultSelecting the item Touch an item to select . To select the “Audio” key, touch the “Audio” key䊊1on the screen. To

HOW TO USE THE BACK BUTTONPress the BACK button to return to the previousscreen.HOW TO USE THE APPS – IBUTTONFor more information about the “SiriusXM

To select and/or adjust several functions, featuresand modes that are available for your vehicle:1. Press the [ ] button.2. Touch the “Settings” key.3

Menu item ResultDisplay Mode Touch this key to select the touchscreen display mode (day, night, or automatic).Brightness Adjust touchscreen brightness

When the shift lever is shifted into the R (Re-verse) position, the monitor display shows a rear-ward view from the vehicle.WARNING● The system is des

15. Electronic locking rear differential(E-Lock) system switch(if so equipped) (P. 2-35)Hill descent control switch(if so equipped) (P. 2-34)Vehicle D

The on-screen guidelines can be set to on or off.With the shift lever in the R (Reverse) posi-tion:Press the CAMERA button to toggle the featureon and

the hill is the place䊊B. Note that any object onthe hill is further than it appears on the monitor.Backing up on a steep downhillWhen backing up the v

Backing up behind a projecting objectThe position䊊Cis shown farther than the position䊊Bin the display. However, the position䊊Cisactually at the same d

4. Adjust the level using the TUNE-SCROLLknob and then press the ENTER/SETTINGbutton to apply the adjustment.● Do not adjust the Brightness or Contras

● The colors of objects on the RearView Moni-tor may differ somewhat from those of theactual object.● Objects on the monitor may not be clear in adark

WARNING● The air conditioner cooling function op-erates only when the engine is running.● Do not leave children or adults whowould normally require th

— Air flows from center and sidevents and foot outlets.— Air flows mainly from footoutlets.— Air flows from defroster out-lets and foot outlets.— Air

4. Turn the temperature control dial to the de-sired position.Defrosting or defoggingThis mode directs the air to the defrost outlets todefrost/defog

The air conditioner cooling function oper-ates only when the engine is running.CoolingThis mode is used to cool and dehumidify the air.1. Press thebut

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VQ40DE engine1. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir(P. 8-13)2. Fuse/fusible link box (P. 8-22)3. Fuse and relay box (P. 8-22)4. Engine oil filler cap (P

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The air conditioner system in your NISSAN ve-hicle is charged with a refrigerant designed withthe environment in mind.This refrigerant does not harm t

Static and flutter: During signal interference frombuildings, large hills or due to antenna position(usually in conjunction with increased distancefro

Compact disc (CD) playerCAUTION● Do not force a compact disc into the CDinsert slot. This could damage the CDand/or CD player.● Trying to load a CD wi

Compact disc with MP3 or WMA (ifso equipped)Terms:● MP3 — MP3 is short for Moving PicturesExperts Group Audio Layer 3. MP3 is themost well-known compr

● If there is a file in the top level of the disc,“Root Folder” is displayed.● The playback order is the order in which thefiles were written by the w

Troubleshooting guide:Symptom Cause and CountermeasureCannot playCheck if the disc was inserted correctly.Check if the disc is scratched or dirty.Chec

USB (Universal Serial Bus) memory (ifso equipped)WARNINGDo not connect/disconnect or operate theUSB device while driving. Doing so can bea distraction

Bluetooth® streaming audio (if soequipped)● Some Bluetooth® audio devices may not berecognized by the in-vehicle audio system.● It is necessary to set

WarninglightName PageorAnti-lock BrakingSystem (ABS) warn-ing light2-15Automatic transmis-sion oil temperaturewarning light (if soequipped)2-15Automat

1.CD eject button2. CD insert slot3. SCAN button4. DISP button5. RPT/RDM button6. TUNE/FOLDER knob / MENU button7. AUX IN jack8. AUX button9. CD butto

MENU button (Bass, Treble, Balance,Fade, Speed Sensitive Volume and Clock):Press the MENU button to change the mode asfollows:Bass → Treble → Balance

The FM stereo indicator (ST) illuminates duringFM stereo reception. When the stereo broadcastsignal is weak, the radio automatically changesfrom stere

When the TRACK button is pressed, thetrack being played returns to the beginning.Press the TRACKbutton several times toskip back several tracks. Each

1.CD eject button2. XM button*3. CD insert slot4. Display screen5.SEEK button6. SCAN button7.CAT button8. BACK button9. iPod MENU button10.TUNE/SCROLL

FM/AM/SAT RADIO WITHCOMPACT DISC (CD) PLAYER (TypeA) (if so equipped)For all operation precautions, see “Audio opera-tion precautions” in this section

Brightness and ContrastAdjust the brightness or contrast to adjust theappearance of the display screen.Clock AdjustPress the ENTER/SETTING button to h

When the XM button is pressed while the ignitionswitch is in the ACC or ON position, the radio willcome on at the station last played.The last station

SEEK/CAT button:Press the SEEK/CAT buttonwhile a CD orMP3/WMA CD is playing to return to the begin-ning of the current track. Press the SEEK/CATbutton

When the button is pressed twice with acompact disc loaded, the compact disc will beejected further for easier CD removal. If the discis not removed w

IndicatorlightName Page4WD shift indicatorlight (model)2-20Front passenger airbag status light2-20High beam indicatorlight (Blue)2-21Hill descent cont

9. ON-OFF button / VOL (volume) controlknob10.CD button11.SXM button*[] button is a button to launch theSmartphone Integration Mode. See “Nis-sanConne

Audio settings:1. Press the [] button.2. Select the “Settings” key.3. Select the “Audio” key.Use the touchscreen to adjust the following itemsto the d

SXM settings:To view the SXM settings:1. Press the [] button.2. Select the “Settings” key.3. Select the “SXM” key.The signal strength, activation stat

SEEK tuning:When in FM or AM mode, press the seekbuttonsor to tune from low to highor high to low frequencies and to stop at the nextbroadcasting stat

CD/MP3 display modeMenu itemCD/MP3 display modeWhile listening to a CD or an MP3/WMA CD, certain text may be displayed (when a CD encoded with text is

SEEK (Reverse or FastForward) buttons:Press and hold the seek buttonsorfor 1.5 seconds while the compact disc is playingto reverse or fast forward the

CAUTION● Do not force the USB device into theUSB port. Inserting the USB devicetilted or up-side-down into the port maydamage the port. Make sure that

The current play pattern of the USB device isdisplayed on the screen unless no pattern isapplied.RPT button:When the RPT button is pressed while an au

Audio file operationAUX button:Place the ignition switch in the ON or ACCposition and press the AUX button to switch tothe USB input mode. If another

iPod®* PLAYER OPERATIONWITHOUT NAVIGATION SYSTEM (ifso equipped)Connecting iPod®WARNINGDo not connect/disconnect or operate theUSB device while drivin

Welcome to the growing family of new NISSANowners. This vehicle is delivered to you withconfidence. It was produced using the latesttechniques and str

1 Safety—Seats, seat belts andsupplemental restraint systemSeats . ...1-2Front manual seat adjustment ...

● iPod® nano - 5th generation (8GB) (firm-ware version 1.0.2PC or later)● iPod® nano - 5th generation (16GB) (firm-ware version 1.0.1PC or later)● iPo

1 Track Repeat: the current track will be re-peated.All Repeat: all songs in the current list are re-peated.Repeat Off: no repeat play pattern is appl

While connected to the vehicle, the iPod® canonly be operated by the vehicle audio controls.To disconnect the iPod® from the vehicle, re-move the USB

Interface:The interface for iPod® operation shown on thevehicle’s audio system display screen is similar tothe iPod® interface. Use the touchscreen, B

Scrolling menus:While navigating long lists of artists, albums orsongs in the music menu, it is possible to scrollthe list by the first character in t

4. Select the “Connect New Device” key.5. The system acknowledges the commandand asks you to initiate connecting from thephone handset. The connecting

Audio main operationModels without Navigation System:To switch to the Pandora® audio mode, pressthe CD-AUX button repeatedly until the Pan-dora® audio

● A new disc may be rough on the inner andouter edges. Remove the rough edges byrubbing the inner and outer edges with theside of a pen or pencil as i

XM (if so equipped):● Tilt up/down for less than 1.5 seconds toincrease or decrease the preset station.● Tilt up/down for more than 1.5 seconds togo t

This vehicle is equipped with Smartphone Integra-tion technology. This allows many compatibleSmartphone applications to be displayed and eas-ily contr

WARNING● Do not ride in a moving vehicle whenthe seatback is reclined. This can bedangerous. The shoulder belt will notbe against your body. In an acc

CAUTION● Keep the antenna as far away as pos-sible from the electronic controlmodules.● Keep the antenna wire more than 8 in(20 cm) away from the elec

make or receive a hands-free telephone call withyour cellular phone in the vehicle.Once your cellular phone is connected to thein-vehicle phone module

– Operation is subject to the following two con-ditions:1. This device may not cause interference and2. this device must accept any interference,inclu

● You can cancel a command when the sys-tem is waiting for a response by saying,“Cancel” or “Quit.” The system announces“Cancel” and ends the VR sessi

Voice Prompt InterruptIn most cases you can interrupt the voice feed-back to speak the next command by pressingthebutton on the steering wheel. Afteri

To change the language, perform the following.1. Press and hold thebutton for morethan 5 seconds.2. The system announces: “Press thePHONE/SEND () butt

Making a call by entering a phonenumberMain Menu“Call”䊊A“Phone Number”䊊BSpeak the digits䊊C“Dial”䊊D1. Press the button on the steeringwheel. A tone wil

“Call”Main Menu“Call”(Speak name)䊊A“Phone Number”(Speak Digits)䊊B“Special Number”䊊C“Redial”䊊D“Call Back”䊊E(Speak name)䊊AIf you have stored entries in

● “Transfer call” — Use the Transfer Call com-mand to transfer the call from theBluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System tothe cellular phone when privacy i

The transfer procedure varies according to eachcellular phone. See the cellular phone Owner’sManual for details. You can also visitwww.nissanusa.com/b

Forward and backwardPull the lever up and hold it while you slide theseat forward or backward to the desired position.Release the lever to lock the se

“Recent Calls”Main Menu“Recent Calls”“Outgoing”䊊A“Incoming”䊊B“Missed”䊊C“Call Back”䊊D“Redial”䊊EUse the Recent Calls command to access out-going, incomi

VOICE ADAPTATION (VA) MODEVoice Adaptation allows up to two out-of-dialectusers to train the system to improve recognitionaccuracy. By repeating a num

● outgoing● call three one nine oh two● nine seven pause pause three oh eight● cancel● call back number● call star two zero nine five● delete phone● d

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDEThe system should respond correctly to all voicecommands without difficulty. If problems are en-countered, try the following solu

WARNING● Use a phone after stopping your vehiclein a safe location. If you have to use aphone while driving, exercise extremecaution at all times so f

● Some Bluetooth® enabled cellular phonesmay not be recognized by the in-vehiclephone module. Please visitwww.nissanusa.com/bluetooth for a recom-mend

BLUETOOTH® is atrademark owned byBluetooth SIG, Inc.and licensed toBosch.VOICE COMMANDSYou can use voice commands to operate variousBluetooth® Hands-F

MAKING A CALLTo make a call, follow the procedure below:1. Press thebutton on the control panel.The “Phone” screen will appear on the dis-play.2. Sele

2. Say “Phone” after the tone.3. Say “Send Text” after the tone.4. The system will provide a list of availablecommands in order to determine the recip

BLUETOOTH® SETTINGSTo access the phone settings:1. Press the [] button.2. Select the “Settings” key.3. Select the “Phone & Bluetooth” key.Menu Ite

Lumbar support (if so equipped fordriver’s seat)The lumbar support feature provides adjustablelower back support to the driver. Move the leverforward

PHONE SETTINGSTo access the phone settings:1. Press the [] button.2. Select the “Settings” key.3. Select the “Phone & Bluetooth” key.4. Select the

Giving voice commands1. Press the button.2. The system announces: “Please say a cat-egory like phone or a command like points ofinterest followed by a

SYSTEM FEATURESNISSAN Voice Recognition can activate the fol-lowing systems:● Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System● Navigation● Audio● Information● My A

● Dial NumberAllows for up to 24 digits to be dialed. Afterthe number is entered, say “Dial” to initiatedialing. Say “Correction” to correct the num-b

AUDIO SYSTEM VOICECOMMANDSTo access the audio system voice commands:1. Press the button.2. Say “Audio”3. Speak a command from the following avail-able

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDEThe system should respond correctly to all voicecommands without difficulty. If problems are en-countered, follow the solutions g

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5 Starting and drivingPrecautions when starting and driving...5-2Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ...5-2Three-way catalyst...

Draining of coolant water ...5-38Tire equipment ...5-38Special winter equipment...

WARNING● Do not leave children or adults whowould normally require the assistanceof others alone in your vehicle. Petsshould also not be left alone. T

● Adjustable head restraints/headrests havemultiple notches along the stalk to lock themin a desired adjustment position.● The non-adjustable headrest

● Do not stop or park the vehicle overflammable materials such as dry grass,waste paper or rags. They may igniteand cause a fire.CAUTION● Do not use l

Additional information:● The TPMS does not monitor the tirepressure of the spare tire.● The TPMS will activate only when the vehicleis driven at speed

● When a spare tire is mounted or a wheelis replaced, the TPMS will not functionand the low tire pressure warning lightwill flash for approximately 1

AVOIDING COLLISION ANDROLLOVERWARNINGFailure to operate this vehicle in a safeand prudent manner may result in loss ofcontrol or an accident.Be alert

WARNINGThe following actions can increase thechance of losing control of the vehicle ifthere is a sudden loss of tire air pressure.Losing control of t

● Many hills are too steep for any vehicle.If you drive up them, you may stall. Ifyou drive down them, you may not beable to control your speed. If yo

● Do not attempt to test a 4WD equippedvehicle on a 2-wheel dynamometer(such as the dynamometers used bysome states for emissions testing), orsimilar

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (if soequipped)The ignition lock is designed so the ignitionswitch cannot be placed in the LOCK positionand the key removed unt

MANUAL TRANSMISSION (if soequipped)The ignition switch includes a device that helpsprevent accidental removal of the key while driv-ing.The key can on

● Make sure the area around the vehicle isclear.● Check fluid levels such as engine oil, cool-ant, brake fluid, and windshield-washer fluidas frequent

RemoveUse the following procedure to remove the headrestraints/headrests.1. Pull the head restraint/headrest up to thehighest position.2. Push and hol

4. Allow the engine to idle for at least 30 sec-onds after starting. Do not race the enginewhile warming it up. Drive at moderatespeed for a short dis

The automatic transmission is designed sothe foot brake pedal MUST be depressedbefore shifting from P (Park) to any driveposition while the ignition s

brake. When parking on a hill, apply the parkingbrake first, then move the shift lever into the P(Park) position.R (Reverse):CAUTIONTo prevent transmi

Shift lock releaseIf the battery is discharged, the shift lever may notbe moved from the P (Park) position even with thebrake pedal depressed.To move

Overdrive switch (if so equipped)Each time your vehicle is started, the transmis-sion is automatically “reset” to overdrive ON.ON: With the engine run

ShiftingTo change gears, or when upshifting or down-shifting, depress the clutch pedal fully, shift intothe appropriate gear, then release the clutchs

Allowable maximum speed in each gear:Four-wheel drive models2H/4H positionGEAR MPH (km/h)1st 34 (55)2nd 60 (97)3rd 87 (140)4th —5th —6th —4L positionG

1. ACCEL•RES switch2. COAST•SET switch3. CANCEL switch4. ON•OFF switchPRECAUTIONS ON CRUISECONTROL● If the cruise control system malfunctions, itcance

To cancel the preset speed, use one of thefollowing three methods.● Push the CANCEL button; the SET indicatorlight in the instrument panel goes out.●

Follow these easy-to-use Fuel Efficient DrivingTips to help you achieve the most fuel economyfrom your vehicle.1. Use Smooth Accelerator and BrakePeda

AdjustFor adjustable head restraint/headrestAdjust the head restraint/headrest so the centeris level with the center of your ears. If your earposition

● Keep your engine tuned up.● Follow the recommended scheduled main-tenance.● Keep the tires inflated to the correct pres-sure. Low tire pressure incr

TRANSFER CASE SHIFTINGPROCEDURESThe part time 4WD system provides 3 positions(2WD, 4H and 4LO), so you can select the desireddrive mode according to t

*1: Before moving the shift lever from N (Neutral) position, wait until the 4LO indicator light stays on steady. This indicates that the 4WD shift pro

The transfer case 4WD shift switch is used toselect either 2WD or 4WD depending on thedriving conditions. There are three types of drivemodes availabl

When the vehicle is stuck,● Set the 4WD shift switch to 4H or 4LO.● Use the Electronic Locking Rear Differential(E-Lock) system (if so equipped). Turn

4WD shift indicator lightThe 4WD shift indicator light is located in theodometer display.The light should turn off within 1 second afterturning the ig

● When the warning light comes on, the2WD mode may be engaged even if the4WD shift switch is in 4H. Be especiallycareful when driving. If correspondin

WARNING● Never leave the E-Lock system ON whendriving on paved or hard-surfacedroads. Turning the vehicle may result inthe rear wheels slipping and re

WARNING● Do not stop or park the vehicle overflammable materials such as dry grass,waste paper or rags. They may igniteand cause a fire.● Safe parking

The power assisted steering uses a hydraulicpump, driven by the engine, to assist steering.If the engine stops or the drive belt breaks, youwill still

LowerTo lower, push and hold the lock knob and pushthe head restraint/headrest down.Make sure the head restraint/headrest is posi-tioned so the lock k

This procedure is described in the vehicle servicemanual and can be performed by a NISSANdealer.ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM(ABS)WARNING● The Anti-lock Br

When the ABS senses that 1 or more wheels areclose to locking up, the actuator rapidly appliesand releases hydraulic pressure. This action issimilar t

The Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system usesvarious sensors to monitor driver inputs and ve-hicle motion. Under certain driving conditions,the VDC Sy

WARNING● The VDC system is designed to help thedriver maintain stability but does notprevent accidents due to abrupt steer-ing operation at high speed

● When additional braking is required onsteep downhill roads, activate the hill de-scent control system by pushing the switchON. See “Hill descent con

FREEING A FROZEN DOOR LOCKTo prevent a door lock from freezing, apply de-icer through the key hole. If the lock becomesfrozen, heat the key before ins

● Allow more stopping distance underthese conditions. Braking should bestarted sooner than on dry pavement.● Allow greater following distances onslipp

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6 In case of emergencyFirst aid kit (if so equipped) ...6-2Hazard warning flasher switch ...6-2Flat tire ...

A first aid kit is located on the back door trimpanel. To remove the first aid kit:䊊1Squeeze the latch buttons.䊊2Pull the two straps apart to unfasten

● If the head restraints/headrests are re-moved for any reason, they should besecurely stored to prevent them fromcausing injury to passengers or dama

The flashers will operate with the ignition switchplaced in any position.Some state laws may prohibit the use ofthe hazard warning flasher switch whil

● Replacing tires with those not originallyspecified by NISSAN could affect theproper operation of the TPMS.● Do not inject any tire liquid or aerosol

Getting the spare tire and tools1. Fold the rear bench seat cushion forward.Refer to “Folding the 2nd row bench seat” inthe “Safety–Seats, seat belts

5. Seat the T-shaped end of the jack rod intothe T-shaped opening of the tire winch. Ap-ply pressure to keep the jack rod engaged inthe spare tire win

● Do not start or run the engine whilevehicle is on the jack. It may cause thevehicle to move. This is especially truefor vehicles with limited slipdi

3. Install the assembled jack rod into the jackas shown.4. To lift the vehicle, securely hold the jack leverand rod. Carefully raise the vehicle until

Adjust tire pressure to the COLD pressure.COLD pressure: After vehicle has beenparked for three hours or more or drivenless than 1 mile (1.6 km).COLD

WARNINGAlways follow the instructions below. Fail-ure to do so could result in damage to thecharging system and cause personalinjury.1. If the booster

CAUTION● Do not push start this vehicle. Thethree-way catalyst may be damaged.● Automatic transmission models cannotbe push-started or tow-started. At

6. After the engine cools down, check the cool-ant level in the engine coolant reservoir tankwith the engine running. Add coolant to theengine coolant

WARNING● If you fold the front passenger’s seat-back flat forward to carry longer ob-jects, be sure this cargo is properly se-cured and not near an ai

TOWING RECOMMENDED BYNISSANTwo-wheel drive modelsNISSAN recommends that your vehicle be towedwith the driving (rear) wheels off the ground orplace the

Four-wheel drive modelsNISSAN recommends that towing dollies beused when towing your vehicle or place the ve-hicle on a flatbed truck as illustrated.C

● Attach recovery devices only to mainstructural members of the vehicle or therecovery hooks (if so equipped).● Do not use the vehicle tie-downs to to

MEMO6-16 In case of emergency

7 Appearance and careCleaning exterior ...7-2Washing ...7-2Waxing ...

In order to maintain the appearance of your ve-hicle, it is important to take proper care of it.To protect the paint surfaces, please wash yourvehicle

REMOVING SPOTSRemove tar and oil spots, industrial dust, insects,and tree sap as quickly as possible from thesurface of the paint to avoid lasting dam

Occasionally remove loose dust from the interiortrim, plastic parts and seats using a vacuumcleaner or soft bristled brush. Wipe the vinyl andleather

Floor mat positioning aidThis vehicle includes two driver’s side front floormat brackets and one passenger’s side front floormat bracket to help keep

TemperatureHigh temperatures accelerate the rate of corro-sion to those parts which are not well ventilated.Air pollutionIndustrial pollution, the pre

For descriptions specified for four-wheel drivemodels, amark is placed at the begin-ning of the applicable sections/items.As with other vehicles with

䊊2Then pull the straps located on the outsideedge of each seatback to fold the seatbacksforward.䊊3This provides a level cargo floor.䊊4To return the be

8 Maintenance and do-it-yourselfMaintenance requirements...8-2General maintenance ...8-2Explanation

Your NISSAN has been designed to have mini-mum maintenance requirements with long ser-vice intervals to save you both time and money.However, some day

When driving in areas using road salt or othercorrosive materials, check lubrication frequently.Lights* Clean the headlights on a regular basis.Make s

Warning lights and chimes Make sure allwarning lights and chimes are operating properly.Windshield wiper and washer* Check thatthe wipers and washer o

When performing any inspection or maintenancework on your vehicle, always take care to preventserious accidental injury to yourself or damage tothe ve

VQ40DE engine1. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir2. Fuse/fusible link box3. Fuse and relay box4. Engine oil filler cap5. Engine oil dipstick6. Brake f

The engine cooling system is filled at the factorywith a pre-diluted mixture of 50% GenuineNISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) and50% water to

CHECKING ENGINE COOLANTLEVELCheck the coolant level in the reservoir whenthe engine is cold. If the coolant level is belowthe MIN level, add coolant t

CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and applythe parking brake.2. Start the engine and let it idle until it reachesoperati

CHANGING ENGINE OIL1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and applythe parking brake.2. Start the engine and let it idle until it reachesoperating tem

Removing the 2nd row bench seatcushionsThe rear seat cushion can be removed to provideadditional space when folding the 2nd row seat-backs flat. To re

CHANGING ENGINE OIL FILTER1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and applythe parking brake.2. Turn the engine off.3. Place a large drain pan under th

The fluid level should be checked using the HOTMAX range on the power steering fluid reservoirat fluid temperatures of 122° - 176°F (50° -80°C) or usi

CLUTCH FLUID (if so equipped)Check the clutch fluid level in the reservoir(manual transmissions only). If the fluid level isbelow the MIN line, add Ge

● Keep the battery surface clean and dry.Clean the battery with a solution of bakingsoda and water.● Make certain the terminal connections areclean an

1. Remove the vent caps with a screwdriver asshown. Use a cloth to protect the batterycase.2. Check the fluid level in each cell. If it isnecessary to

1. Power steering fluid pump2. Automatic belt tensioner3. Cooling fan4. Air conditioner compressor5. Crankshaft pulley6. GeneratorWARNINGBe sure the i

WARNINGBe sure the engine and ignition switch areoff and that the parking brake is engagedsecurely.CAUTIONBe sure to use the correct socket to re-move

To replace the filter, perform the following proce-dure:1. Open the glove box and press in on thesides so that it will open completely allowingit to h

6. Replace the filter cover. The cover will clickinto place under the tab.7. Install the glove box door.CLEANINGIf your windshield is not clear after

6. Return the wiper to its original position andrelease it until it has made contact with thewindshield.CAUTION● After wiper blade replacement, return

PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELTUSAGEIf you are wearing your seat belt properly ad-justed and you are sitting upright and well back inyour seat with both feet

Rear window wiper blade䊊1Lift the wiper arm away from the rear win-dow.䊊2Rotate the blade until it becomes free.䊊3Insert a new blade onto the wiper ar

If the brakes do not operate properly, have thebrakes checked by a NISSAN dealer.Self-adjusting brakesYour vehicle is equipped with self-adjustingbrak

If a type A fuse is used to replace a type B fuse,the type A fuse will not be level with the fusepocket as shown in the illustration. This will notaff

5. If the fuse is open䊊A, replace it with a newfuse䊊B.6. If a new fuse also opens, have the electricalsystem checked and repaired by a NISSANdealer.Fu

4. If the fuse is open䊊A, replace it with anequivalent good fuse䊊B.5. Push the fuse box cover to install.6. If a new fuse also opens, have the electri

How to replace the extended storage switch:1. To remove the extended storage switch, besure the ignition switch is in the OFF orLOCK position.2. Be su

KEYFOBReplace the battery in the keyfob as follows:䊊1Open the lid using a coin䊊A.䊊2Remove the battery䊊B.䊊3Install a new battery䊊Cwith the “+” facingdo

For USA:This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-lowing two conditions: (1) This device maynot cause harmful

Removing the headlight bulb1. Open the hood.2. Disconnect the negative (-) battery cable.3. Disconnect the electrical connector from therear end of th

EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR LIGHTSItem Wattage (W) Bulb No.*1Headlight 65/55 9007 (HB5)Turn signal light/Parking light 28/8 3457AKSide marker 3.8 194Off roa

WARNING● Every person who drives or rides in thisvehicle should use a seat belt at alltimes. Children should be properly re-strained in the rear seat

1. Map light2. Off road light (if so equipped)3. Interior light4. Fog light (if so equipped)5. Headlight assembly6. Cargo light7. High-mounted stoplig

Use a cloth䊊1to protect the housing.If you have a flat tire, see “Flat tire” in the“In case of emergency” section of thismanual.TIRE PRESSURETire Pres

Tire inflation pressureCheck the tire pressures (including thespare) often and always prior to long dis-tance trips. The recommended tire pres-sure sp

Tire and loading information label䊊1Seating capacity: The maximum num-ber of occupants that can be seatedin the vehicle.䊊2Vehicle load limit: See load

Checking tire pressure1. Remove the valve stem cap from thetire.2. Press the pressure gauge squarelyonto the valve stem. Do not press toohard or force

2WD modelSize Cold Tire Infla-tion PressureFront Original Tire:P265/70R16250 kPa, 36 PSIRear Original Tire:P265/70R16250 kPa, 36 PSISpare Tire:P265/70

䊊1Tire size (example: P215/65R15 95H)1. P: The “P” indicates the tire is de-signed for passenger vehicles (not alltires have this information).2. Thre

䊊2TIN (Tire Identification Number) for anew tire (example: DOT XX XX XXXXXXX)1. DOT: Abbreviation for the “Depart-ment Of Transportation”. The symbolc

䊊7The word “radial”The word “radial” is shown if the tire hasradial structure.䊊8Manufacturer or brand nameManufacturer or brand name is shown.Other Ti

studded tires. Skid and traction capabilities ofstudded snow tires on wet or dry surfaces may bepoorer than that of non-studded snow tires.TIRE CHAINS

WARNING● Always route the shoulder belt overyour shoulder and across your chest.Never put the belt behind your back,under your arm or across your neck

Wheel nut tightening torque:98 ft-lb (133 N·m)The wheel nuts must be kept tight-ened to specifications at all times. Itis recommended that wheel nuts

Replacing wheels and tiresWhen replacing a tire, use the same size, treaddesign, speed rating and load carrying capacityas originally equipped. Recomm

Wheel balanceUnbalanced wheels may affect vehicle handlingand tire life. Even with regular use, wheels can getout of balance. Therefore, they should b

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9 Technical and consumer informationCapacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ...9-2Fuel recommendation ...9-4Engine oi

The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be a little different. When refilling, follow the proceduredescribed in the

Capacity (Approximate) Recommended Fluids and LubricantsUS measure Imp measure LiterAir conditioning system refrigerant — — — HFC-134a (R-134a)*6Air c

FUEL RECOMMENDATIONUse unleaded regular gasoline with an octanerating of at least 87 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) num-ber (Research octane number 91).CAUTIO

● If a methanol blend is used, it shouldcontain no more than 5% methanol(methyl alcohol, wood alcohol). Itshould also contain a suitable amountof appr

ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTERRECOMMENDATIONSSelecting the correct oilIt is essential to choose the correct grade, qualityand viscosity engine oil to ensur

PREGNANT WOMENNISSAN recommends that pregnant women useseat belts. The seat belt should be worn snug andalways position the lap belt as low as possibl

Your engine was filled with a high-quality engineoil when it was built. You do not have to changethe oil before the first recommended changeinterval.

ENGINEModel VQ40DEType Gasoline, 4-cycle, DOHCCylinder arrangement 6-cylinder, V-block, Slanted at 60°Bore x Stroke in (mm) 3.760 x 3.622 (95.5 x 92)D

WHEELS AND TIRESWheelssteel 16 x 7.0JJalloy 16 x 7.0JJalloy 17 x 7.5JJTiresP265/70R16P265/75R16P265/65R17Spare tire Full sizeDIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTSOve

When planning to drive your NISSAN ve-hicle in another country, you should first findout if the fuel available is suitable for your vehi-cle’s engine.

F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S.CERTIFICATION LABELThe Federal/Canadian Motor Vehicle SafetyStandard (F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S.) certification la-bel is affixed as s

AIR CONDITIONER SPECIFICATIONLABELThe air conditioner specification label is affixed tothe underside of the hood as shown.Use the following step to mo

● GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) - curbweight plus the combined weight ofpassengers and cargo.● GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rat-ing) - maximum total combin

Steps for determining correct loadlimit1. Locate the statement “The combinedweight of occupants and cargoshould never exceed XXX lbs or XXXkg” on your

5. Determine the combined weight ofluggage and cargo being loaded onthe vehicle. That weight may notsafely exceed the available cargo andluggage load

● Do not load your vehicle any heavierthan the GVWR or the maximum frontand rear GAWRs. If you do, parts of yourvehicle can break, tire damage couldoc

䊊2Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retractorand insert the tongue into the buckle untilyou hear and feel the latch engage.● The retractor is desig

2. Insert (at any position) 2 channel tie-downhooks䊊Ainto the channel opening䊊Bofeach channel and slide to the desired posi-tion.3. Hand tighten each

LOADING TIPS● The GVW must not exceed GVWRor GAWR as specified on theF.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certificationlabel.● Do not load the front and rear axle to

WARNINGOverloading or improper loading of atrailer and its cargo can adversely affectvehicle handling, braking and perfor-mance and may lead to accide

Temperature conditions can also affect towing.For example, towing a heavy trailer in high outsidetemperatures on graded roads can affect engineperform

Towing capacities are calculated assuming abase vehicle with driver and any options requiredto achieve the rating. Additional passengers,cargo and/or

The available towing capacity may be less thanthe maximum towing capacity due to the passen-ger and cargo load in the vehicle.Remember to keep trailer

WARNINGTrailer hitch components have specificweight ratings. Your vehicle may be ca-pable of towing a trailer heavier than theweight rating of the hit

WARNINGProperly adjust the weight distributinghitch so the rear of the bumper is nohigher than the measured referenceheight when the trailer is attach

Trailer lightsCAUTIONWhen splicing into the vehicle electricalsystem, a commercially available power-type module/converter must be used toprovide powe

● Keep the cargo load as low as possible inthe trailer to keep the trailer center of gravitylow.● Load the trailer so approximately 60% of thetrailer

WARNINGWhen fastening the seat belts, be certainthat the seatbacks are completely securedin the latched position. If they are notcompletely secured, p

7. Have someone retrieve and store the blocks.● While going downhill, the weight of thetrailer pushing on the tow vehicle may de-crease overall stabil

● When launching a boat, don’t allow the wa-ter level to go over the exhaust tail pipe orrear bumper.● Make sure you disconnect the trailer lightsbefo

DOT (Department of Transportation) QualityGrades: All passenger car tires must conform tofederal safety requirements in addition to thesegrades.Qualit

Your NISSAN vehicle is covered by the followingemission warranties:For USA1. Emission Defects Warranty2. Emissions Performance WarrantyDetails of this

Additional information concerning motorvehicle safety may be obtained from Trans-port Canada’s Road Safety InformationCentre at 1-800-333-0371 or onli

This vehicle is equipped with an Event Data Re-corder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is torecord, in certain crash or near crash-like situa-tions,

10 Index4WDwarninglight...2-17AActive brake limited slip (ABLS) system . . .5-34Active Head Restraint ...1-4Air bag (See supple

Top tether strap anchor point locations . .1-30Child restraint with top tether strap...1-30Child safety rear door lock ...3-5Chimes, audi

Foglightswitch...2-31Front air bag system(See supplemental restraint system) ...1-52Frontseats...1-2FuelCapacities

Liftgate ...3-9LightAirbagwarninglight...1-60,2-19Brakelight(Seestoplight)...8-30Bulb check/instrument panel ...2-

Center of the rear bench seatThe center seat belt has a connector tongue䊊1and a seat belt tongue䊊2. Both the connectortongue and the seat belt tongue

On-pavement and off-road drivingprecautions ...5-5Precautions on childrestraints...1-26,1-33,1-37,1-41Precautionsonseatbeltusage.

Precautions on supplemental restraintsystem...1-45Supplemental restraint system(Supplemental air bag system) ...1-45SwitchAutol

Hazard warning flasher switch ...6-2Lowfuelwarninglight...2-17Low tire pressure warning light ...2-17Low windshield-washer fluid war

FUEL INFORMATION:Use unleaded regular gasoline with an octanerating of at least 87 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) num-ber (Research octane number 91).CAUTION●

®2014 XTERRAOWNER’S MANUALFor your safety, read carefully and keep in this vehicle.2014 NISSAN XTERRA N50-DN50-DPrinting : September 2013 (16)Publi

Stowing the center seat beltWhen folding down the rear seat, the rear centerseat belt can be retracted into a stowed positionas follows:1. Hold the co

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUTTHIS MANUALYou will see various symbols in this manual. Theyare used in the following ways:WARNINGThis is used to indicate

Attaching the center seat beltAlways be sure the center seat belt connectortongue and connector buckle are attached. Dis-connect only when folding dow

2. Insert the shoulder belt into the back of thecomfort guide so that the seat belt lays flat inthe guide. Be sure that the comfort guideroutes the se

WARNING● After adjustment, release the adjust-ment button and try to move the shoul-der belt anchor up and down to makesure it is securely fixed in po

● Periodically check to see that the seatbelt and the metal components, such asbuckles, tongues, retractors, flexible wiresand anchors, work properly.

A child restraint may be secured in the vehicle byusing either the LATCH (Lower Anchors andTethers for CHildren) system or with the vehicleseat belt.

PRECAUTIONS ON CHILDRESTRAINTSWARNING● Failure to follow the warnings and in-structions for proper use and installa-tion of child restraints could res

– Child restraint anchor points are de-signed to withstand loads from childrestraints that are properly fitted.– Never use the anchor points for adult

LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethersfor CHildren) SYSTEMYour vehicle is equipped with special anchorpoints that are used with LATCH (Lower Anchorsand Teth

LATCH lower anchor locationThe LATCH lower anchors are located at the rearof the seat cushion near the seatback. A label isattached to the seatback to

When installing a child restraint, carefully readand follow the instructions in this manual andthose supplied with the child restraint.Top tether anch

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REAR-FACING CHILD RESTRAINTINSTALLATION USING LATCHRefer to all Warnings and Cautions in the “ChildSafety” and “Child Restraint” sections before in-st

3. For child restraints that are equipped withwebbing-mounted attachments, remove anyadditional slack from the anchor attach-ments. Press downward and

REAR-FACING CHILD RESTRAINTINSTALLATION USING THE SEATBELTSWARNING● The three-point seat belt with Auto-matic Locking Retractor (ALR) must beused when

2. Route the seat belt tongue through the childrestraint and insert it into the buckle until youhear and feel the latch engage. Be sure tofollow the c

5. Remove any additional slack from the seatbelt; press downward and rearward firmly inthe center of the child restraint to compressthe vehicle seat c

2. Secure the child restraint anchor attach-ments to the LATCH lower anchors. Checkto make sure the LATCH attachment is prop-erly attached to the lowe

4. For child restraints that are equipped withwebbing-mounted attachments, remove anyadditional slack from the anchor attach-ments. Press downward and

Refer to all Warnings and Cautions in the “ChildSafety” and “Child Restraint” sections before in-stalling a child restraint.Follow these steps to inst

4. Pull the shoulder belt until the belt is fullyextended. At this time, the seat belt retractoris in the Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)mode (child

8. After attaching the child restraint, test it be-fore you place the child in it. Push it from sideto side while holding the child restraint nearthe

NISSAN CARES...Both NISSAN and your NISSAN dealer are dedicated to serving all your automotive needs. Your satisfaction with your vehicle and your NIS

1. Top tether straps2. Anchor pointsINSTALLING TOP TETHER STRAPWARNINGChild restraint anchorages are designedto withstand only those loads imposed byc

Booster seats of various sizes are offered byseveral manufacturers. When selecting anybooster seat, keep the following points in mind:● Choose only a

● Make sure the child’s head will be properlysupported by the booster seat or vehicleseat. The seatback must be at or above thecenter of the child’s e

3. The booster seat should be positioned onthe vehicle seat so that it is stable.If necessary, adjust or remove the headrestraint/headrest to obtain t

PRECAUTIONS ON SUPPLEMENTALRESTRAINT SYSTEMThis Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) sec-tion contains important information concerningthe following sy

WARNING● The front air bags ordinarily will notinflate in the event of a side impact, rearimpact, rollover, or lower severity fron-tal collision. Alwa

WARNING● Never let children ride unrestrained orextend their hands or face out of thewindow. Do not attempt to hold them inyour lap or arms. Some exam

WARNING● Children may be severely injured orkilled when the front air bags, side airbags or curtain air bags inflate if theyare not properly restraine

WARNING● Even with the NISSAN Advanced AirBag System, never install a rear-facingchild restraint in the front seat. An in-flating front air bag could

WARNING● The seat belts, the side air bags andcurtain air bags are most effective whenyou are sitting well back and upright inthe seat. The side air b

WARNING● When sitting in the rear seat, do nothold onto the seatback of the front seat.If the side air bag inflates, you may beseriously injured. Be e

1. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact androllover supplemental air bags2. Air bag Control Unit (ACU)3. Supplemental front-impact air bagmodules4. Crash

The driver supplemental front-impact air bag islocated in the center of the steering wheel. Thepassenger supplemental front-impact air bag ismounted i

Front passenger air bag and status lightWARNINGThe front passenger air bag is designed toautomatically turn OFF under some condi-tions. Read this sect

classification sensor and the belt tension de-tected on the seat belt, the Advanced Air BagSystem determines whether the front passengerair bag should

If a malfunction occurs in the front passenger airbag system, the supplemental air bag warninglight, located in the meters and gaugesarea of the instr

Front seat-mounted side-impactsupplemental air bag and roof-mounted curtain side-impact androllover supplemental air bag systemsThe side air bags are

WARNING● Do not place any objects near the seat-back of the front seats. Also, do notplace any objects (an umbrella, bag,etc.) between the front door

● If you need to dispose of a pretensioneror scrap the vehicle, contact a NISSANdealer. Incorrect disposal procedurescould cause personal injury.The p

SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAGWARNING LIGHTThe supplemental air bag warning light,displayingin the instrument panel, moni-tors the circuits for the air bag syst

Table ofContentsIllustrated table of contentsSafety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint systemInstruments and controlsPre-driving checks and

WARNING● Once a supplemental front air bag, side-impact supplemental air bag, roof-mounted curtain side-impact supple-mental air bag has inflated, the

2 Instruments and controlsInstrument panel...2-2Meters and gauges ...2-3Speedometer and o

Sunglasses holder...2-39Map pockets...2-40Seat pockets (if so equipped). ...2-

1. Vents (P. 4-13)2. Headlight/fog light (if so equipped)/turnsignal switch (P. 2-28)3. Steering wheel switch for audio control(if so equipped)/Blueto

15. Electronic locking rear differential(E-Lock) system switch(if so equipped) (P. 2-35)Hill descent control switch(if so equipped) (P. 2-34)Vehicle D

1. Speedometer2. Odometer/Twin trip odometer/Trip com-puter (if so equipped)3. Change/Loose fuel cap indicator reset/Low tire pressure indicator reset

For vehicles equipped with trip computer, press-ing the change button changes the display asfollows:Trip→ Trip → Distance to Empty →Average speed → Av

long as the low tire pressure warning light re-mains illuminated. For more information see “Lowtire pressure warning light” in the “Instrumentsand con

CAUTIONIf the gauge indicates coolant tempera-ture near the hot (H) end of the normalrange, reduce vehicle speed to decreasetemperature. If the gauge

ENGINE OIL PRESSURE GAUGEThe gauge indicates the engine lubrication sys-tem oil pressure while the engine is running. Theneedle should be in the middl

TRIP COMPUTER (if so equipped)The display of the trip computer is situated in thespeedometer display. When the ignition switch isplaced in the ON posi

This unit has the following functions:● Measures terrestrial magnetism and indi-cates heading direction of vehicle● Indicates outside air temperatureW

COMPASS DISPLAYPush the button for about 1 second whenthe ignition key is in the ON position to toggle thecompass direction display䊊1on or off. The di

Zone variation change procedureThe difference between magnetic north and geo-graphical north is known as variance. In someareas, this difference can s

2. Calibrate the compass by driving the vehiclein three complete circles at a maximumspeed of 5 MPH (8 km/h).3. After completing the circles, the disp

or Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)warning lightLow windshield-washer fluid warning light(if so equipped)Hill descent control system on indicator light(

CHECKING BULBSWith all doors closed, apply the parking brakeand place the ignition switch in the ON positionwithout starting the engine. The following

This light indicates that the automatic transmis-sion parking function is not engaged. If the trans-fer control is not secured in any drive positionwh

Engine oil pressure warninglightThis light warns of low engine oil pressure. If thelight flickers or comes on during normal driving,pull off the road

Low tire pressure warning:If the vehicle is being driven with low tirepressure, the warning light will illuminate.A CHECK TIRE PRES (pressure) warning