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W elcome 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 (kilome- ters) of driving pleasure. Please rea ...
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This manual includes information for all options available on this model. Therefore, 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 without notice and with- ou ...
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BLUETOOTH t is a trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., U.S.A. and licensed to Visteon. © Nissan Mexicana, S. A de C. V . 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 pr ...
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NISSAN CARE S... Both NISSAN and your NISSAN dealer are dedicated to serving all your automotive needs. Y our satisfaction with your vehicle and your NISSAN dealer are our primary concerns. Y our NISSAN dealer is always available to assist you with all your automobile sales and service needs. However, if there is something that your NISSAN dealer c ...
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Nissan Sentra (2008) - page 5
T able of Contents Illustrated table of contents Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system Instruments and controls Pre-driving checks and adjustments Display screen, heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems Starting and driving In case of emergency Appearance and care Maintenance and do-it-yourself T echnical and consume ...
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Z REVIEW COPY— 2008 Sentra (sen) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 01/22/08—debbie X I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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0 Illustrated table of contents Airbags, seat belts and child restraints ...............0 - 2 Exterior front ......................................0 - 3 Exterior rear .......................................0 - 4 Passenger compartment ...........................0 - 5 Instrument panel ...................................0 - 6 Engine compartment check ...
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1. T op tether anchor (P . 1-27) 2. Rear head restraint (P . 1-5) 3. Rear seat belts (P . 1-9) 4. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bag (P . 1-43) 5. Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bag (P . 1-43) 6. Front-seat Active Head Restraint (P . 1-8) 7. Front seat belts (P . 1-9) 8. Supplemental front-impact air bags (P . 1- ...
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1. Engine hood (P . 3-22) 2. Windshield wiper and washer switch (P . 2-18) 3. Windshield (P . 8-20) 4. Moonroof (if so equipped) (P . 2-33) 5. P ower windows (if so equipped) (P . 2-30) 6. Door locks, keyfob (if so equipped) , Intelligent K ey system (if so equipped) , keys (P . 3-4, 3-6, 3-10, 3-2) 7. Mirrors (P . 3-27) 8. Tire pressure (P . 8-32) ...
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1. T runk lid (P .3-22 ) 2. V ehicle loading (P . 9-13) 3. Interior trunk lid release (P . 3-23) 4. Rear window defroster switch (P . 2-19) 5. Child safety locks (P . 3-6) 6. Fuel-filler door (P . 3-24) 7. Fuel-filler cap, fuel recommendation (P . 3-24, P . 9-3) 8. Replacing bulbs (P . 8-28) 9. Exterior trunk lid release/request button (P . 3-16) S ...
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1. Rear seat (P . 1-3) 2. Moonroof (if so equipped) (P . 2-33) 3. Interior lights, illuminated entry , moonroof switch (if so equipped) (P . 2-36, P . 2-19, P . 2-33) 4. Sun visors (P . 3-26) 5. Inside mirror (P . 3-27) 6. Glove box (P . 2-27) 7. Cupholders (P . 2-27) 8. Parking brake, parking on hills (P . 5-17, P . 5-21) 9. Front seat (P . 1-2) 1 ...
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1. Headlight/fog light (if so equipped)/turn signal switch (P . 2-19); Manual shift paddles (if so equipped) (P .5-13 ) 2. Steering wheel switch for audio control and Bluetooth T Hands-Free Phone System (if so equipped) (P . 4-35, 4-37) 3. Driver’s supplemental air bag/Horn (P . 1-43, 2-23) 4. Meters and gauges (P . 2-3) 5. Instrument brightness ...
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MR20DE engine 1. Engine coolant reservoir (P . 8-8) 2. Engine oil filler cap (P . 8-9) 3. Brake fluid reservoir/Clutch fluid reservoir (M/T model) (P . 8-13) 4. Battery (P . 8-15) 5. Air cleaner (P . 8-19) 6. Fuse/fusible link box (P . 8-22) 7. Radiator cap (P . 8-8) 8. Engine oil dipstick (P . 8-9) 9. Drive belt location (P .8-17) 10. Windshield w ...
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QR25DE engine 1. Engine coolant reservoir (P . 8-8) 2. Engine oil filler cap (P . 8-9) 3. Brake fluid reservoir/Clutch fluid reservoir (M/T model) (P . 8-13) 4. Battery (P . 8-15) 5. Air cleaner (P . 8-19) 6. Fuse/fusible link box (P . 8-22) 7. Radiator cap (P . 8-8) 8. Engine oil dipstick (P . 8-9) 9. Drive belt location (P .8-17) 10. Windshield w ...
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W arning light Name Page or Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warn- ing light (if so equipped) 2-9 or Brake warning light 2-9 Charge warning light 2-9 Door open warning light 2-9 Electric power steering warning light 2-10 Engine oil pressure warning light 2-10 W arning light Name Page Intelligent K ey sys- tem warning light (CVT models) (if so equippe ...
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Indicator light Name Page Overdrive off indica- tor light (CVT mod- els) 2-14 Security indicator light 2-14 T urn signal/hazard indicator lights 2-14 0-10 Illustrated table of contents Z REVIEW COPY— 2008 Sentra (sen) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 01/22/08—debbie X I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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1 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system Seats ............................................1 - 2 Front manual seat adjustment ....................1 - 2 Rear folding seat system (if so equipped) .........1 - 3 Front-Seat Active Head Restraints ................1 - 7 Head restraint adjustment .......................1 - 8 Seat bel ...
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WARNING ● Do not ride in a moving vehicle when the seatback is reclined. This can be dangerous. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. In an accident, you could be thrown into it and receive neck or other serious injuries. Y ou could also slide under the lap belt and receive serious internal injuries. ● For the most effective protecti ...
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Forward and backward Pull the lever up and hold it while you slide the seat forward or backward to the desired position. Release the lever to lock the seat in position. Reclining T o recline the seatback, pull the lever up and lean back. T o bring the seatback forward, pull the lever up and lean your body forward. Release the lever to lock the seat ...
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Interior trunk access (if so equipped) The trunk can be accessed from the rear seat for loading and unloading, as shown. 1. Stow outboard seat belts with clip before folding rear seat backs. When folding the passenger’s side rear seat back, first disconnect and stow the center seat belt. See “Stowing the rear center seat belt” later in this s ...
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Folding the rear cushions and seat backs (if so equipped) 1. Lift up on the front edge of the seat cushion and fold toward front of vehicle. 2. Fold down the rear head restraint. Pull the head restraint down and rotate to the lower position s 1 . WRS0827 LRS0730 LRS0733 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-5 Z REVIEW COPY? ...
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3. T o return the head restraint to the normal position, push down s 1 and release then rotate up until in position s 2 . 4. Fold down seat backs. See “Interior trunk access (if so equipped)” earlier in this sec- tion. WARNING ● Never allow anyone to ride in the cargo area or on the rear seat when it is in the fold-down position. Use of these ...
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Center armrest (if so equipped) Pull the armrest down until it is horizontal. FRONT-SEAT ACTIVE HEAD RESTRAINTS WARNING ● Always adjust the head restraints prop- erly as specified in this section. Failure to do so can reduce the effectiveness of the Active Head Restraint. ● Active Head Restraints are designed to supplement other safety systems. ...
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HEAD RESTRAINT ADJUSTMENT T o raise the head restraint, pull it up. T o lower, push and hold the lock knob and push the head restraint down. WARNING Head restraints should be adjusted prop- erly as they may provide significant pro- tection against injury in an accident. Do not remove them. Check the adjustment after someone else uses the seat. Adju ...
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PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT USAGE If you are wearing your seat belt properly ad- justed and you are sitting upright and well back in your seat with both feet on the floor, your chances of being injured or killed in an accident and/or the severity of injury may be greatly reduced. NISSAN strongly encourages you and all of your passengers to buckle up e ...
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WARNING ● Every person who drives or rides in this vehicle should use a seat belt at all times. Children should be properly re- strained in the rear seat and, if appro- priate, in a child restraint. WARNING ● The seat belt should be properly ad- justed to a snug fit. Failure to do so may reduce the effectiveness of the entire restraint system a ...
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WARNING ● Always route the shoulder belt over your shoulder and across your chest. Never put the belt behind your back, under your arm or across your neck. The belt should be away from your face and neck, but not falling off your shoulder. ● Position the lap belt as low and snug as possible AROUND THE HIPS, NO T THE WAIST . A lap belt worn too ...
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CHILD SAFETY Children need adults to help protect them. They need to be properly restrained. In addition to the general information in this manual, child safety information is available from many other sources, including doctors, teachers, government traffic safety offices, and community organizations. Every child is different, so be sure to learn ...
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80 lbs (36 kg) . A booster seat should be used to obtain proper seat belt fit. NISSAN recommends that a child be placed in a commercially available booster seat if the shoul- der belt in the child’s seating position fits close to the face or neck or if the lap portion of the seat belt goes across the abdomen. The booster seat should raise the chi ...
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Fastening the seat belts 1. Adjust the seat. See “Seats” earlier in this section. s 2 Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retractor and insert the tongue into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage. ● The retractor is designed to lock during a sudden stop or on impact. A slow pulling motion permits the seat belt to move, and all ...
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The Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) mode allows the seat belt to extend and retract to allow the driver and passengers some freedom of movement in the seat. The ELR locks the seat belt when the vehicle slows down rapidly or during certain impacts. The Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) mode (child restraint mode) locks the seat belt for child rest ...
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T o increase your confidence in the seat belts, check the operation as follows. ● Grasp the shoulder belt and pull forward quickly . The retractor should lock and re- strict further belt movement. If the retractor does not lock during this check or if you have any questions about seat belt opera- tion, see a NISSAN dealer. THREE-POINT TYPE SEAT B ...
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The Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) mode allows the seat belt to extend and retract to allow the driver and passengers some freedom of move- ment in the seat. The ELR locks the seat belt when the vehicle slows down rapidly of during impacts. The Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) mode or child restraint mode locks the seat belt for child restraint ...
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Center of the rear seat (except SE-R model) The rear seat center seat belt has a connector tongue s 1 and a seat belt tongue s 2 . Both the connector tongue and the seat belt tongue must be securely latched for proper seat belt opera- tion. WARNING ● Always fasten the connector tongue and the seat belt in the order shown. ● Always make sure bot ...
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Stowing the rear center seat belt When folding down the rear seat, the center seat belt can be retracted into a stowed position as follows: s 1 Hold the connector tongue so that the seat belt does not retract suddenly when the tongue is released from the connector buckle. Release the connector tongue by inserting a suitable tool such as key into th ...
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Attaching the rear center seat belt Always be sure the center seat belt connector tongue and connector buckle are attached. Dis- connect only when folding down the rear seat. T o connect the buckle: s 1 Pull out the connector buckle from fabric sleeve. s 2 Pull out the connector tongue. s 3 Pull the seat belt and secure the receiver buckle until it ...
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s 2 P osition the lap belt portion low and snug on the hips as shown. s 3 Pull the shoulder belt portion toward the retractor to take up extra slack. Be sure the shoulder belt is routed over your shoulder and across your chest. The rear three-point seat belts have a locking mechanism for child restraint installation. It is referred to as the Automa ...
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T o increase your confidence in the seat belts, check the operation as follows. ● Grasp the shoulder belt and pull forward quickly . The retractor should lock and re- strict further belt movement. If the retractor does not lock during this check or if you have any questions about seat belt opera- tion, see a NISSAN dealer. SHOULDER BELT HEIGHT AD ...
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● Adults and children who can use the standard seat belt should not use an extender. Such unnecessary use could result in serious personal injury in the event of an accident. ● Never use seat belt extenders to install child restraints. If the child restraint is not secured properly, the child could be seriously injured in a collision or a sud- ...
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● Even with the NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System, never install a rear-facing child restraint in the front seat. An in- flating front air bag could seriously in- jure or kill your child. A rear-facing child restraint must only be used in the rear seat. ● NISSAN recommends that the child re- straint be installed in the rear seat. Ac- cording to ac ...
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Several manufacturers offer child restraints for infants and small children of various sizes. When selecting any child restraint, keep the following points in mind: ● Choose only a restraint with a label certifying that it complies with Federal Motor V ehicle Safety Standard 213 or Canadian Motor V ehicle Safety Standard 213. ● Check the child ...
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● Do not secure a child restraint in the center rear seating position using the LA T CH anchors. The child restraint will not be secured properly. ● Child restraint anchor points are de- signed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child re- straints. Under no circumstance are they to be used for adult seat belts or harnesse ...
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T OP TETHER STRAP CHILD RESTRAINT If the manufacturer of your child restraint requires the use of a top tether strap, it must be secured to the anchor point. WARNING Child restraint anchor points are designed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child restraints. Under no circumstances are they to be used for adult seat belts o ...
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CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLATION USING LA T CH WARNING ● Attach LA T CH compatible child re- straints only at the locations shown. For the LA T CH lower anchor locations, see “Lower Anchors and T ethers for Chil- dren System (LA TCH)” in this section. If a child restraint is not secured properly, your child could be seriously injured or killed in ...
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4. For child restraints that are equipped with webbing mounted attachments, remove any additional slack from the anchor attach- ments. Press downward and rearward firmly in the center of the child restraint with your knee to compress the vehicle seat cushion and seatback while tightening the webbing of the anchor attachments. 5. If the child restra ...
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7. Check to make sure the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use. If the child restraint is loose, repeat steps 3 through 6. Rear-facing Follow these steps to install a rear-facing child restraint using LA T CH System: 1. Position the child restraint on the seat. Al- ways follow the child restraint manufactur- er’s instructions. 2. ...
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3. For child restraints that are equipped with webbing mounted attachments, remove any additional slack from the anchor attach- ments. Press downward and rearward firmly in the center of the child restraint with your hand to compress the vehicle seat cushion and seatback while tightening the webbing of the anchor attachments. 4. Before placing the ...
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CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLATION USING THE SEAT BELTS WARNING ● Even with the NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System, never install a rear-facing child restraint in the front passenger seat. Front air bags inflate with great force. A rear-facing child restraint could be struck by the front air bag in a crash and could seriously injure or kill your child. ● ...
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Front-facing Follow these steps to install a front-facing child restraint using the vehicle seat belt in the rear seats or in the front passenger seat: 1. If you must install a child restraint in the front seat, it should be placed in a front-facing direction only. Move the seat to the rearmost position. Child restraints for infants must be used in ...
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4. Pull the shoulder belt until the belt is fully extended. At this time, the seat belt retractor is in the Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) mode (child restraint mode) . It reverts to the Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) mode when the seat belt is fully retracted. 5. Allow the seat belt to retract. Pull up on the shoulder belt to remove any slac ...
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7. If the child restraint is equipped with a top tether strap, route the top tether strap and secure the tether strap to the tether anchor point (rear seat installation only) . See “T op tether strap child restraint” in this section. Do not install child restraints that require the use of a top tether strap to seating positions that do not have ...
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Rear-facing Follow these steps to install a rear-facing child restraint using the vehicle seat belt in the rear seats: 1. Child restraints for infants must be used in the rear-facing direction and therefore must not be used in the front seat. Position the child restraint on the seat. Always follow the restraint manufacturer’s instructions. 2. Rou ...
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3. Pull the shoulder belt until the belt is fully extended. At this time, the seat belt retractor is in the Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) mode (child restraint mode) . It reverts to the Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) mode when the seat belt is fully retracted. 4. Allow the seat belt to retract. Pull up on the shoulder belt to remove any slac ...
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6. Before placing the child in the child restraint, hold the child restraint near the seat belt path and use force to push the child restraint from side to side, and tug it forward to make sure that it is securely held in place. It should not move more than 1 in (25 mm) . If it does move more than 1 in (25 mm) , pull again on the shoulder belt to f ...
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● Infants and small children should never be carried on your lap. It is not possible for even the strongest adult to resist the forces of a severe accident. The child could be crushed between the adult and parts of the vehicle. Also, do not put the same seat belt around both your child and yourself. ● NISSAN recommends that the booster seat be ...
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Booster seats of various sizes are offered by several manufacturers. When selecting any booster seat, keep the following points in mind: ● Choose only a booster seat with a label certifying that it complies with Federal Motor V ehicle Safety Standard 213 or Canadian Motor V ehicle Safety Standard 213. ● Check the booster seat in your vehicle to ...
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BOOSTER SEAT INSTALLATION WARNING NISSAN recommends that booster seats be installed in the rear seat. However, if you must install a booster seat in the front passenger seat, move the passenger’s seat to the rearmost position. CAUTION Do not use the lap/shoulder belt Auto- matic Locking Retractor mode when using a booster seat with the seat belts ...
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3. The booster seat should be positioned on the vehicle seat so that it is stable. If neces- sary , adjust or remove the head restraint to obtain the correct booster seat fit. See “Head restraint adjustment” earlier in this section. If the head restraint is removed, store it in a secure place. Be sure to install the head restraint when the boos ...
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7. If the booster seat is installed in the front passenger seat, turn the ignition switch to the ON position. The front passenger air bag status light or may or may not illuminate, depending on the size of the child and the type of booster seat being used. See “Front passenger air bag and status light” later in this section. PRECAUTIONS ON SUPP ...
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Roof-mounted curtain side-impact supple- mental air bag system: This system can help cushion the impact force to the head of occu- pants in front and rear outboard seating positions in certain side impact collisions. The curtain air bags are designed to inflate on the side where the vehicle is impacted. These supplemental restraint systems are de- ...
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● The driver and front passenger seat belt buckles are equipped with sensors that detect if the seat belts are fastened. The Advanced Air Bag System monitors the severity of a collision and seat belt us- age then inflates the air bags. Failure to properly wear seat belts can increase the risk or severity of injury in an accident. ● The front pa ...
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WARNING ● Never let children ride unrestrained or extend their hands or face out of the window. Do not attempt to hold them in your lap or arms. Some examples of dangerous riding positions are shown in the illustrations. ARS1041 ARS1042 ARS1043 1-46 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY— 2008 Sentra (sen) Ow ...
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WARNING ● Children may be severely injured or killed when the front air bags, side air bags or curtain air bags inflate if they are not properly restrained. Pre-teens and children should be properly re- strained in the rear seat, if possible. ● Even with the NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System, never install a rear-facing child restraint in the fron ...
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WARNING Front seat-mounted side-impact supple- mental air bags and roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bags: ● The side air bags and curtain air bags ordinarily will not inflate in the event of a frontal impact, rear impact, rollover or lower severity side collision. Always wear your seat belts to help reduce the risk or severity of ...
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WARNING ● When sitting in the rear seat, do not hold onto the seatback of the front seat. If the side air bag inflates, you may be seriously injured. Be especially careful with children, who should always be properly restrained. Some examples of dangerous riding positions are shown in the illustrations. ● Do not use seat covers on the front sea ...
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1. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bag inflators 2. Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bag modules 3. Supplemental front-impact air bag mod- ules 4. Crash zone sensor 5. Air Bag Control Unit (ACU) 6. Occupant classification sensor (pres- sure sensor) 7. Pretensioner 8. Side satellite sensor NISSAN Advanced Air Bag Sys ...
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flate if the forces in another type of collision are similar to those of a higher severity frontal impact. They may not inflate in certain frontal collisions. V ehicle damage (or lack of it) is not always an indication of proper front air bag system opera- tion. The NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System has dual stage inflators. It also monitors informati ...
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Front passenger air bag and status light WARNING The front passenger air bag is designed to automatically turn OFF under some con- ditions. Read this section carefully to learn how it operates. Proper use of the seat, seat belt and child restraints is nec- essary for most effective protection. Fail- ure to follow all instructions in this manual con ...
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tions is on the seat, its weight and the child’s weight can be detected and cause the air bag to turn OFF . Occupant classification sensor opera- tion can vary depending on the front passenger seat belt sensors. The front passenger seat belt sensors are de- signed to detect if the seat belt is buckled and the amount of tension on the seat belt, s ...
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until you have confirmed with your dealer that your air bag is working properly , reposition the occupant or child restraint in a rear seat. The air bag system and passenger air bag status light will take a few seconds to register a change in the passenger seat status. For example, if a large adult who is sitting in the front passenger seat exits t ...
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● Work on and around the front air bag system should be done by a NISSAN dealer. Installation of electrical equip- ment should also be done by a NISSAN dealer. The Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) wiring should not be modified or disconnected. Unautho- rized electrical test equipment and probing devices should not be used on the air bag system ...
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practical from the door finishers and side roof rails. The side air bags and curtain air bags inflate quickly in order to help protect the front and rear outboard occupants. Because of this, the force of the side air bag and curtain air bag inflating can increase the risk of injury if the occupant is too close to, or is against, these air bag modul ...
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● If the vehicle becomes involved in a frontal collision but a pretensioner is not activated, be sure to have the pre- tensioner system checked and, if nec- essary, replaced by your NISSAN dealer. ● No unauthorized changes should be made to any components or wiring of the pretensioner system. This is to pre- vent damage to or accidental activat ...
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1. SRS Front Air Bag W arning Labels 2. SRS Side Air Bag W arning Label SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG WARNING LABELS W arning labels about the supplemental front- impact air bag, front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bag and roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bag systems are placed in the vehicle as shown in the illustration. SUPPLE ...
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Repair and replacement procedure The front air bags, side air bags, curtain air bags and pretensioners are designed to inflate on a one-time-only basis. As a reminder, unless it is damaged, the supplemental air bag warning light remains illuminated after inflation has occurred. Repair and replacement of these supplemental air bag systems should be ...
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2 Instruments and controls Instrument panel ...................................2 - 2 Meters and gauges ................................2 - 3 Speedometer and odometer .....................2 - 3 T achometer ....................................2 - 4 g (gravity) -force gauge (if so equipped) ...........2 - 5 Fuel gauge ................................. ...
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Interior light ...................................... 2-36 Map lights (if so equipped) ........................ 2-37 T runk light ....................................... 2-37 Z REVIEW COPY— 2008 Sentra (sen) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 01/22/08—debbie X I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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1. Headlight/fog light (if so equipped)/turn signal switch (P . 2-19); Manual shift paddles (if so equipped) (P .5-13 ) 2. Steering wheel switch for audio control and Bluetooth T Hands-Free Phone System (if so equipped) (P . 4-35, 4-37) 3. Driver’s supplemental air bag/Horn (P . 1-43, 2-23) 4. Meters and gauges (P . 2-3) 5. Instrument brightness ...
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1. T achometer 2. Fuel gauge/odometer/transmission po- sition indicator/engine coolant tempera- ture gauge/Instrument brightness level 3. Speedometer 4. Instrument brightness control/change button for twin trip odometer SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER Speedometer The speedometer indicates the vehicle speed. LIC1014 LIC1015 METERS AND GAUGES Instruments an ...
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Odometer/T win trip odometer The odometer/twin trip odometer is displayed when the ignition switch is in the ON position. The odometer records the total distance the ve- hicle has been driven. The twin trip odometer records the distance of individual trips. T o switch between the odometer and the twin trip odometers press the instrument brightness ...
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g (gravity) -FORCE GAUGE (if so equipped) This gauge shows the straight-line acceleration and deceleration g-forces while you are driving. NO TE: The g-force gauge does not indicate cor- nering g-forces. FUEL GAUGE NO TE: The ignition key must be in the ON position for the gauge to give a reading. The gauge indicates the approximate fuel level in t ...
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ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE NO TE: The ignition key must be in the ON position for the gauge to give a reading. The gauge indicates the engine coolant tempera- ture. The engine coolant temperature is within the normal range when the reading is within the zone s 1 shown in the illustration. The engine coolant temperature varies with the outside ...
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CAUTION ● This gauge is not designed to indicate low engine oil level. Use the dipstick to check the oil level. (See “Engine oil” in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section.) ● If the gauge needle does not move with the proper amount of engine oil, have the vehicle checked by a NISSAN dealer. Continued vehicle operation in such a c ...
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or Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light (if so equipped) Low tire pressure warning light (if so equipped) Cruise set switch indicator light (if so equipped) or Brake warning light Low windshield washer fluid warning light (if so equipped) or Front passenger air bag status light Charge warning light P position selecting warning light (CVT mo ...
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W ARNING LIGHTS or Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light (if so equipped) When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light illuminates and then turns off. This indicates the ABS is operational. If the ABS warning light illuminates while the engine is running, or while driving, it may indicate t ...
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Electric power steering warning light WARNING ● If the engine is not running or is turned off while driving, the power assist for the steering will not work. Steering will be harder to operate. ● When the power steering warning light illuminates with the engine running, there will be no power assist for the steering. Y ou will still have contro ...
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Low fuel warning light This light comes on when the fuel level in the fuel tank is getting low . Refuel as soon as it is conve- nient, preferably before the fuel gauge reaches E (Empty) . There will be a small reserve of fuel in the tank when the fuel gauge reaches E (Empty) , showing no more fuel bars. Low tire pressure warning light (if so equipp ...
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CAUTION ● The TPMS is not a substitute for the regular tire pressure check. Be sure to check the tire pressure regularly. ● If the vehicle is being driven at speeds of less than 16 MPH (25 km/h) , the TPMS may not operate correctly. ● Be sure to install the specified size of tires to the 4 wheels correctly. Low windshield washer fluid warning ...
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INDICATOR LIGHTS Continuously V ariable T ransmission (CVT) position indicator light (CVT models) When the ignition key is turned to the ON posi- tion, this indicator light shows the CVT selector lever position. See “Driving the vehicle” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual. Cruise main switch indicator light (if so equipped ...
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● Malfunction Indicator Light blinking — An engine misfire has been detected which may damage the emission control system. T o re- duce or avoid emission control system dam- age: – do not drive at speeds above 45 MPH (72 km/h) . – avoid hard acceleration or deceleration. – avoid steep uphill grades. – if possible, reduce the amount of c ...
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● Any doors are not closed securely when locking the doors. When the buzzer sounds, be sure to check both the vehicle and the Intelligent Key . See “Intelli- gent Key system” in the “Pre-driving checks and adjustments” section. Light reminder chime With the ignition switch in the OFF position, a chime sounds when the driver’s door is op ...
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● any request switch (Intelligent Key mod- els) . ● the keyfob or Intelligent Key . K eyfob and Intelligent Key operation: ● Push the button. All doors lock. The hazard lights flash twice and the horn beeps once to indicate all doors are locked. ● When the button is pushed with all doors locked, the hazard lights flash twice and the horn be ...
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2. T urn the ignition switch to the OFF or L OCK position, and wait approximately 10 sec- onds. 3. Repeat steps 1 and 2. 4. Restart the engine while holding the device (which may have caused the interference) separate from the registered key . If the no start condition re-occurs, NISSAN rec- ommends placing the registered key on a sepa- rate key ri ...
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If the light still remains on and/or the en- gine will not start, see a NISSAN dealer for NISSAN V ehicle Immobilizer System ser- vice as soon as possible. Please bring all registered keys that you have when visiting your NISSAN dealer for service. SWITCH OPERATION The windshield wiper and washer operates when the ignition switch is in the ON posit ...
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● Pre-mix washer fluid concentrates with water to the manufacturer’s recom- mended levels before pouring the fluid into the window washer reservoir tank. Do not use the window washer reservoir tank to mix the washer fluid concen- trate and water. T o defrost the rear window glass and outside mirrors (if so equipped) , start the engine and push ...
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CAUTION Use the headlights with the engine run- ning to avoid discharging the vehicle battery. Headlight beam select s 1 T o select the high beam function, push the lever forward. The high beam lights come on and the light illuminates. s 2 Pull the lever back to select the low beam. s 3 Pulling and releasing the lever flashes the headlight high bea ...
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WARNING When the daytime running light system is active, tail lights on your vehicle are not on. It is necessary at dusk to turn on your headlights. Failure to do so could cause an accident injuring yourself and others. INSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESS CONTROL The instrument brightness control operates when the headlight control switch is in the or position. ...
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FOG LIGHT SWITCH (if so equipped) T o turn the fog lights on, turn the headlight switch to the position, then turn the fog light switch to the position. T o turn the fog lights off, turn the fog light switch to the OFF position. The headlights must be on and the low beams selected for the fog lights to operate. The fog lights automatically turn off ...
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T o sound the horn, push the top portion of the steering wheel’s center pad. WARNING Do not disassemble the horn. Doing so could affect proper operation of the supplemental front air bag system. T am- pering with the supplemental front air bag system may result in serious personal injury. The power outlet is located on the bottom center portion o ...
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MAP POCKETS STORAGE TRAYS WARNING Do not place sharp objects in the trays to help prevent injury in an accident or sud- den stop. INSTRUMENT PANEL STORAGE (if so equipped) T o open the storage tray , push and release. The storage tray will automatically move to the open position. LIC1023 WIC1036 LIC1024 STORAGE 2-24 Instruments and controls Z REVIE ...
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● The inside of the storage tray can get hot. Do not place objects inside which can melt or be easily deformed. WARNING Keep the tray lid closed while driving to help prevent contents from becoming pro- jectiles causing injury in an accident or during a sudden stop. SEATBACK POCKETS (if so equipped) The seatback pockets are located on the back of ...
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SUNGLASSES HOLDER Pull the lid down to open the sunglasses holder. WARNING Keep the sunglasses holder closed while driving to prevent an accident. CAUTION ● Do not use for anything other than sunglasses. ● Do not leave sunglasses in the sun- glasses holder while parking in direct sunlight. The heat may damage the sunglasses. T ype C LIC1328 LIC ...
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CUP HOLDERS Adjust the cup holder size by turning the adjust- ment knob and sliding the cup holder divider to the desired position. CAUTION ● Avoid abrupt starting and braking when the cup holder is being used to prevent spilling the drink. If the liquid is hot, it can scald you or your passenger. ● Use only soft cups in the cup holder. Hard ob ...
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CONSOLE BOX T o open the console box, press in on the lever s 1 and raise the lid s 2 . T o close, push the lid down until the lock latches. COMPACT DISC HOLDER (if so equipped) T o use the compact disc holder, lower the driver side visor. The holder can be removed by pulling down on the tab. CAUTION Do not leave compact discs in direct sun- light. ...
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Once the rear seats have been lowered, the trunk divider can be opened by pressing down on the securing latch and pushing the divider toward the rear of the vehicle. For more information on the lowering of rear seats, see “Interior trunk access” in the “Safety — Seats, seat belts and supple- mental restraint system” section of this manual ...
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The cargo net helps keep packages in the cargo area from moving around while the vehicle is in motion. T o install the cargo net, attach the net to the retainers. T o remove the cargo net, detach the net from the cargo net retainers. P OWER WINDOWS (if so equipped) WARNING ● Make sure that all passengers have their hands, etc . inside the vehicle ...
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1. Window lock button 2. P ower door lock switch 3. Front passenger’s side window switch 4. Right rear passenger’s window switch 5. Left rear passenger’s window switch 6. Driver’s side automatic switch Driver’s side power window switch The driver’s side control panel is equipped with switches to open or close the front and rear passenge ...
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Rear power window switch The rear power window switches open or close only the corresponding windows. T o open the window , push the switch and hold it down s 1 .T o close the window , pull the switch up s 2 . Locking passengers’ windows When the window lock button is depressed, only the driver’s side window can be opened or closed. Push it aga ...
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1. Place the ignition switch in the ON position. 2. Press and hold the driver’s window switch down until the window opens completely . 3. Release the switch. 4. Pull and hold the driver’s window switch up to the second detent until the window glass has reached the full close position. Con- tinue to hold the window switch in the up position for ...
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Sliding the moonroof T o open the moonroof, push and hold the switch toward DOWN/OPEN. The moonroof will stop when the switch is released or when the moon- roof is fully open. T o close the moonroof, push and hold the switch toward UP/CLOSE. The moonroof will stop when the switch is released or when the moonroof is fully closed. Tilting the moonroo ...
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NO TE: If the UP/CLOSE side of the moonroof switch is released anytime during the re- starting process, all learned profile data will be discarded and the procedure will have to be started over. If the moonroof still does not operate properly, have the moonroof system checked, and if nec- essary repaired, by a NISSAN dealer. Auto reverse function ( ...
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The interior light has a three-position switch and operates regardless of ignition switch position. When the switch is in the ON position s 1 , the interior light illuminates, regardless of door posi- tion. When the switch is in the center O position, the interior light illuminates by opening a door. The interior light will stay on for about 30 sec ...
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T o turn the map lights on, press the button. T o turn them off, press the button again. CAUTION Do not use for extended periods of time with the engine stopped. This could result in a discharged battery. The light illuminates when the trunk lid is opened. When the trunk lid is closed, the light goes off. For bulb replacement procedures, refer to ? ...
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2-38 Instruments and controls MEMO I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments K e y s .............................................3 - 2 NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system keys (if so equipped) ................................3 - 2 Intelligent keys (if so equipped) ..................3 - 3 Doors ............................................3 - 4 Locking with key ............................. ...
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1. T wo master keys (black) with transpon- der chip and chrome NISSAN brand symbol on one side 2. T ransponder chip 3. K ey number plate A key number plate is supplied with your keys. Record the key number and keep it in a safe place (such as your wallet) , not in the vehicle. If you lose your keys, see a NISSAN dealer for duplicates by using the k ...
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1. T wo Intelligent K eys 2. Mechanical keys (inside Intelligent K eys) 3. K ey number plate INTELLIGENT KEYS (if so equipped) Y our vehicle can only be driven with the Intelligent K eys which are registered to your vehicle’s Intel- ligent K ey system components and NISSAN V e- hicle Immobilizer System components. Never leave these keys in the ve ...
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CAUTION Always carry the mechanical key installed in the Intelligent Key slot. WARNING ● Always have the doors locked while driving. Along with the use of seat belts, this provides greater safety in the event of an accident by helping to prevent persons from being thrown from the vehicle. This also helps keep children and others from unintentiona ...
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P ower (if so equipped) If your vehicle is equipped with the vehicle security system, the power door lock system allows you to lock or unlock all doors at the same time. T urning the key toward the front s 1 of the vehicle locks all doors. T urning the key one time toward the rear s 2 of the vehicle unlocks that door. From that position, returning ...
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Lockout protection When the power door lock switch (driver’s or front passenger’s side) is moved to the lock position with the key in the ignition and any door open, all doors will lock and then unlock auto- matically . This helps to prevent the keys from being accidently locked inside the vehicle. CHILD SAFETY REAR DOOR LOCK Child safety locks ...
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● Do not strike the keyfob sharply against another object. ● Do not place the keyfob for an extended period in an area where temperatures exceed 140°F (60°C) . If a keyfob is lost or stolen, NISSAN rec- ommends erasing the ID code of that key- fob. This will prevent the keyfob from un- authorized use to unlock the vehicle. For information reg ...
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Unlocking doors Push the button on the keyfob once. ● Only the driver’s door unlocks. ● The hazard warning lights flash once if all doors are completely closed with the ignition key in any position except the ON position. ● The interior light turns on and the light timer activates for 30 seconds when the switch is in the center O position w ...
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Using the panic alarm (if so equipped) If you are near your vehicle and feel threatened, you may activate the panic alarm to call attention by pushing and holding the button on the keyfob for longer than 0.5 second. The panic alarm and headlights will stay on for 25 seconds. The panic alarm stops when: ● it has run for 25 seconds, or ● any butt ...
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The hazard warning lights will flash once and the horn will sound once to confirm that the horn beep feature has been reactivated. Deactivating the horn beep feature does not si- lence the horn if the alarm is triggered. WARNING Radio waves could adversely affect elec- tric medical equipment. Those who use a pacemaker should contact the electric me ...
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Since the Intelligent Key is continuously receiving radio waves, if the key is left near equipment which transmits strong radio waves, such as sig- nals from a TV and personal computer, the bat- tery life may become shorter. For information regarding replacement of a bat- tery , see “Battery” in the “Maintenance and do-it- yourself” section ...
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OPERATING RANGE The Intelligent Key functions can only be used when the Intelligent Key is within the specified operating range from the request switch s 1 . When the Intelligent K ey battery is discharged or strong radio waves are present near the operat- ing location, the Intelligent K ey system’s operat- ing range becomes narrower, and the Int ...
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● Do not pull the door handle before pushing the door handle request switch. The door will be unlocked but will not open. Release the door handle once and pull it again to open the door. INTELLIGENT K EY OPERATION Y ou can lock or unlock the doors without taking the key out of your pocket or bag. When you carry the Intelligent Key with you, you c ...
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NO TE: ● Doors lock with the door handle request switch while a mechanical key is in the igni- tion switch or the ignition switch is pushed in. ● Doors lock with the door handle request switch while the ignition switch is not in the L OCK position. ● Doors do not lock by pushing the door handle request switch while any door is open. However, ...
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Unlocking doors 1. Carry the Intelligent Key . 2. Push the door handle request switch s 1 . 3. The hazard warning lights flash once and the outside buzzer sounds once. 4. Push the door handle request switch s 1 again within 1 minute to unlock all doors. If a door handle is pulled while unlocking the doors, that door may not be unlocked. Returning t ...
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Opening the trunk lid 1. Push the trunk opener request switch s A for more than 1 second while carrying the Intel- ligent K ey with you. 2. The trunk will unlatch. A chime will sound four times. 3. Raise the trunk lid to open the trunk. Lockout protection T o prevent the Intelligent Key from being acci- dentally locked in the trunk, lockout protect ...
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CAUTION After locking the doors using the Intelli- gent Key, be sure that the doors have been securely locked by operating the door handles. Unlocking doors 1. Push the button on the Intelligent Key . 2. The hazard warning lights flash once. 3. Push the button again within 1 minute to unlock all doors. All doors will be locked automatically unless ...
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Releasing the trunk lid Push the button for longer than 0.5 sec- ond to open the trunk lid. The trunk release button will not operate when the ignition switch is in the ON position. Using the panic alarm If you are near your vehicle and feel threatened, you may activate the panic alarm to call attention by pushing and holding the button on the Inte ...
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The hazard warning lights will flash once and the horn will sound once to confirm that the horn beep feature has been reactivated. Deactivating the horn beep feature does not si- lence the horn if the alarm is triggered. s 1 P (Park) position selecting warning light s 2 Intelligent K ey system warning light W ARNING LIGHTS AND AUDIBLE REMINDERS The ...
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Audible reminder and warning when the engine stops When the P position selecting warning light ( ) in the instrument panel blinks in red: ● Make sure the selector lever is in the P position. When the chime sounds intermittently: ● Make sure the selector lever is in the P position and the ignition switch is turned to the L OCK position. If the c ...
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T ROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Symptom Possible Cause Remedy When pushing the door handle request switch The front door beep sounds for approxi- mately 2 seconds. The doors cannot be locked. T ake out the Intelligent Key from the vehicle and push the door handle request switch. When closing the doors The front door beep sounds for approxi- mately 10 second ...
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1. Pull the hood lock release handle s 1 located below the instrument panel until the hood springs up slightly . 2. Locate the lever s 2 in between the hood and grille and push the lever sideways with your fingertips. 3. Raise the hood s 3 . 4. Remove the support rod s 4 and insert it into the slot on the underside of the hood s 5 . When closing th ...
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T RUNK LID RELEASE SWITCH The trunk lid release switch is located on the floor to the left of the driver’s seat. T o open the trunk lid, pull the trunk lid release switch. T o close the trunk lid, lower and push the trunk lid down securely . Y ou can also open the trunk lid with the keyfob or Intelligent Key (if so equipped) . Refer to “Remote ...
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T o open the trunk from the inside, pull the illumi- nated release handle until the lock releases and push up on the trunk lid. The release handle is made of a material that glows in the dark after a brief exposure to ambient light. The handle is located inside the trunk compart- ment on the interior of the trunk lid. OPENER OPERATION The fuel-fill ...
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WARNING ● Gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive under certain condi- tions. Y ou could be burned or seriously injured if it is misused or mishandled. Always stop the engine and do not smoke or allow open flames or sparks near the vehicle when refueling. ● Do not attempt to top off the fuel tank after the fuel pump nozzle shuts of ...
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TILT OPERATION Push the lock lever s 1 down and adjust the steering wheel up or down s 2 to the desired position. Pull the lock lever up to lock the steering wheel in place. WARNING Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. Y ou could lose control of your vehicle and cause an accident. T o block out glare from the front, swing down the sun vi ...
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REARVIEW MIRROR The night position s 1 reduces glare from the headlights of vehicles behind you at night. Use the day position s 2 when driving in daylight hours. WARNING Use the night position only when neces- sary, because it reduces rear view clarity. OUTSIDE MIRRORS WARNING Objects viewed in the outside mirror on the passenger side are closer t ...
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Manual control type (if so equipped) The outside mirror can be moved in any direction for a better rear view . Heated mirrors (Canada only) Some outside mirrors can be heated to defrost, defog, or de-ice for improved visibility. Press the rear window defroster switch to activate the heat- ing function. Press the switch again to deactivate, or the h ...
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4 Display screen, heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems Control panel buttons (if so equipped) ...............4 - 2 How to use the TRIP INFO button ................4 - 3 Clock .........................................4 - 5 How to use the AUDIO button (for control panel) ..............................4 - 5 Door warning ................... ...
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WARNING ● Do not disassemble or modify this sys- tem. If you do, it may result in accidents, fire, or electrical shock. ● Do not use this system if you notice any abnormality, such as a frozen screen or lack of sound. Continued use of the system may result in accident, fire or electric shock. ● In case you notice any foreign object in the sys ...
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1. TRIP INFO button (P . 4-3) 2. CL OCK DISP button (P . 4-5) 3. AUDIO button (P . 4-5) When you use this system, make sure the engine is running. If you use the system with the engine not running (ignition ON or ACC) for a long time, it will use up all the battery power, and the engine will not start. Reference symbols: TRIP INFO button — This i ...
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Average speed (MPH or km/h) The Average Speed mode shows the average speed since the last reset. T o calculate the aver- age speed, driving distance is divided by driving time. For approximately the first 30 seconds after a reset or reconnecting the battery cables, the display will show —. Resetting average speed The average speed calculation can ...
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CLOCK The digital clock displays the time when the igni- tion key is in OFF , ACC or ON. If the power supply is disconnected, the clock will not indicate the correct time. Readjust the time. Adjusting the time T o adjust the time, press and hold the CL OCK DISP button for more than approximately 1.5 seconds. Hour Adjust will appear on the screen an ...
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DOOR WARNING The DOOR OPEN screen will be automatically displayed any time a door or the trunk is open and the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position. If the door is open for longer than 10 seconds the screen will no longer display which door is open, but the DOOR OPEN warning will remain until the door is closed. Adjust air flow direction fo ...
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WARNING ● The air conditioner cooling function op- erates only when the engine is running. ● Do not leave children or adults who would normally require the assistance of others alone in your vehicle. Pets should also not be left alone. They could accidentally injure themselves or others through inadvertent operation of the vehicle. Also, on hot ...
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1. Fan control dial 2. Air recirculation button 3. T emperature control dial 4. Air conditioner button (if so equipped) 5. Air flow control dial 6. Rear window defroster CONTROLS Fan control dial The fan control dial turns the fan on and off, and controls fan speed. Air flow control dial The air flow control dial allows you to select the air flow o ...
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Off position (Indicator light off) : Outside air is drawn into the passenger compart- ment and distributed through the selected outlet. Use the off position for normal heater or air con- ditioner operation. Air conditioner button (if so equipped) The button is provided only on vehicles equipped with an air conditioner. Start the engine, turn the fa ...
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Bi-level heating This mode directs air from the side, center and the foot outlets. 1. Push the button to the off position. 2. T urn the air flow control dial to the position. 3. T urn the fan control dial to the desired posi- tion. 4. T urn the temperature control dial to the de- sired position. Heating and defogging This mode heats the interior an ...
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4. Push the button. The indicator light comes on. 5. T urn the temperature control dial to the de- sired position. Dehumidified defogging This mode is used to defog the windows and dehumidify the air. 1. T urn the air flow control dial to the position. 2. T urn the fan control dial to the desired posi- tion. 3. Push the button. The indicator light ...
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WHA1116 WHA1117 4-12 Display screen, heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems Z REVIEW COPY— 2008 Sentra (sen) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 01/22/08—debbie X I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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WHA1118 WHA1119 Display screen, heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems 4-13 Z REVIEW COPY— 2008 Sentra (sen) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 01/22/08—debbie X I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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The air conditioner system in your NISSAN ve- hicle is charged with a refrigerant designed with the environment in mind. This refrigerant does not harm the earth’s ozone layer. Special charging equipment and lubricant is re- quired when servicing your NISSAN air condi- tioner. Using improper refrigerants or lubricants will cause severe damage to ...
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RADIO T urn the ignition key to the ACC or ON position and press the POWER/VOLUME control knob to turn the radio on. If you listen to the radio with the engine not running, the key should be turned to the ACC position. Radio reception is affected by station signal strength, distance from radio transmitter, build- ings, bridges, mountains and other ...
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SATELLITE RADIO RECEPTION (if so equipped) When the satellite radio is first installed or the battery has been replaced, the satellite radio may not work properly. This is not a malfunction. W ait more than 10 minutes with satellite radio ON and the vehicle outside of any metal or large building for satellite radio to receive all of the necessary d ...
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● Do not expose the CD to direct sun- light. ● CDs that are in poor condition or are dirty, scratched or covered with finger- prints may not work properly. ● The following CDs may not work prop- erly: ● Copy control compact disc s (CCCD) ● Recordable compact disc s (CD-R) ● Rewritable compact disc s (CD-RW) ● Do not use the following ...
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Playback order: Playback order of the CD with compressed files (MP3) is as illustrated. ● The names of folders not containing MP3 files are not shown in the display . ● If there is a file in the top level of the disc, “ROO T” is displayed. ● The playback order is the order in which the files were written by the writing software. Therefore ...
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Specification chart : Supported media CD, CD-R, CD-RW Supported file systems ISO9660 LEVEL1, ISO9660 LEVEL2, Apple ISO, Romeo, Joliet * ISO9660 Level 3 (packet writing) is not supported. Supported versions* MP3 V ersion MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG2.5 Sampling frequency 8 kHz - 48 kHz Bit rate 8 kbps - 320 kbps, VBR T ag information ID3 tag VER1.0, VER1.1, V ...
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T roubleshooting guide: Symptom Cause and Countermeasure Cannot play Check if the disc was inserted correctly. Check if the disc is scratched or dirty. Check if there is condensation inside the player. If there is, wait until the condensation is gone (about 1 hour) before using the player. If there is a temperature increase error, the CD player wil ...
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1. SEEK button 2. CD insert slot 3. CD eject button 4. TUNE button 5. AUDIO/CL OCK button 6. RPT·SCAN button 7. AUX IN jack 8. POWER/VOLUME control knob 9. Station select (1 - 6) buttons 10. RADIO button 11. CD·AUX button 12. PRESET A·B·C button FM/AM RADIO WITH COMPACT DISC (CD) PLAYER (if so equipped) For all operation precautions, see 9 Audi ...
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T o adjust Bass, T reble, Fade and Balance, press the AUDIO/CL OCK button until the desired mode appears in the display. Press the TUNE button to adjust Bass and T reble to the desired level. Y ou can also use the TUNE button to adjust Fader and Balance modes. Fader adjusts the sound level between the front and rear speakers and Balance adjusts the ...
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1. Press the PRESET A·B·C button to change between storage banks. The radio displays the icon A , B or C to indicate which set of presets are active. 2. T une to the desired station using manual TUNE or SEEK tuning. Press and hold any of the desired station memory buttons (1 – 6) until a beep sound is heard. (The radio mutes when the select but ...
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Press the CD·AUX button to play a compatible device when it is plugged into the AUX IN jack. CD EJECT: When the button is pressed with a com- pact disc loaded, the compact disc will be ejected. When the button is pressed while the compact disc is playing, the compact disc will eject and the system will turn off. CD IN indicator: This indicator app ...
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9. POWER/VOLUME control knob 10. SCAN button 11. Station select (1 - 6) buttons 12. SEEK (CHANNEL) button 13. RADIO* button 14. CD/AUX button 15. PRESET A·B·C button *No satellite radio reception is available when the RADIO button is pressed to access satellite radio stations unless optional satellite receiver and antenna are installed and an XM ...
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through CD text as follows: T rack number and T rack time ←→ Album title ←→ Song title. ● T rack number displays the track number se- lected on the disc. ● T rack time displays the amount of time the track has played. ● Album title displays the title of the CD being played. ● Song title displays the title of the selected CD track. D ...
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SCAN (tuning) button: Press the SCAN button to stop at each broadcasting station for 5 seconds. Pressing the button again during this 5 second period will stop scan tuning and the radio will remain tuned to that station. If the SCAN button is not pressed within 5 seconds, scan tuning moves to the next station. PRESET A·B·C (Station memory opera- ...
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SEEK button: When the SEEK button is pressed for less than 1.5 seconds while a compact disc is playing, the track being played returns to its beginning. Press button several times to skip back through tracks. The compact disc will go back the number of times the button is pressed. When the SEEK button is pressed for less than 1.5 seconds while a co ...
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1. L OAD button 2. CD insert slot 3. CD eject button 4. MIX/RPT button 5. CL OCK DISP button 6. TUNE (CA T·FOLDER) button 7. AUDIO button (Bass, Mid, T reble, Fade, Balance, SSV (if so equipped) , Beep and Language) 8. AUX jack 9. POWER/VOLUME control knob 10. SCAN button 11. Station and CD select (1 - 6) buttons 12. SEEK (CH·FILE) button 13. RAD ...
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Audio main operation POWER/VOLUME control: T urn the ignition key to ACC or ON, and then push the POWER/VOLUME control knob while the system is off to call up the mode (radio or CD) which was playing immediately before the system was turned off. T o turn the system off, press the POWER/VOLUME control knob. T urn the POWER/VOLUME control knob to ad- ...
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● Album title displays the title of the album of the song playing. ● Artist name displays the name of the artist of the song playing. ● Song title displays the title of the song play- ing. Display satellite radio display mode (if so equipped) T o change the text displayed when listening to satellite radio (if so equipped) press the CL OCK DIS ...
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PRESET A·B·C (Station memory opera- tions) : 18 stations can be set for the FM, AM and SA T (satellite, if so equipped) radio to the A , B and C preset button in any combination of FM, AM or SA T stations. 1. Choose preset bank A , B or C using the PRESET A·B·C select button. 2. Select the desired FM, AM or SA T station band. 3. T une to the de ...
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MP3 TUNE (CA T•FOLDER) button: While playing an MP3, press the TUNE button or to scan forward or back - ward through available folders. T o fast forward or rewind through an audio track, press the TUNE button or for more than 1.5 seconds. SEEK button: When the SEEK button is pressed for less than 1.5 seconds while a CD or MP3 CD is playing, the t ...
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the SCAN button again during this 10 second period stops the scan and the MP3 CD remains in that folder. CD/AUX (Auxiliary) button: The AUX jack is located on the audio system. The AUX audio input jack accepts any standard ana- log audio input such as from a portable cassette tape/CD player, MP3 player or a laptop com- puter. Press the CD/AUX butto ...
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1. T uning switch 2. MODE select switch 3. POWER on/off switch 4. V olume control switch 1. T uning switch 2. Phone operation switch 3. POWER on and MODE select switch 4. V olume control switch STEERING WHEEL SWITCH FOR AUDIO CONTROL (If so equipped) The audio system can be operated using the controls on the steering wheel. POWER on/off switch With ...
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Next/Previous track (CD) : Push the tuning switch or for less than 1.5 seconds to return to the beginning of the present track or skip to the next track. Push several times to skip back or skip through tracks. Change disc (CD) (if so equipped) : Push the tuning switch or for more than 1.5 seconds to change the playing disc up or down. ANTENNA The a ...
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CAUTION ● Keep the antenna as far away as pos- sible from the electronic control modules. ● Keep the antenna wire more than 8 in (20 cm) away from the electronic con- trol system harnesses. Do not route the antenna wire next to any harness. ● Adjust the antenna standing-wave ratio as recommended by the manufacturer. ● Connect the ground wir ...
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Y our NISSAN is equipped with the Bluetooth T Hands-Free Phone System. If you have an ap- proved Bluetooth T enabled cellular phone, you can set up the wireless connection between your cellular phone and the in-vehicle phone module. With Bluetooth T wireless technology, you can make or receive a hands-free telephone call with your cellular phone in ...
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– Y our cellular phone is locked to prevent it from being dialed. ● When the radio wave condition is not ideal or ambient sound is too loud, it may be difficult to hear the other person’s voice dur- ing a call. ● Do not place the cellular phone in an area surrounded by metal or far away from the in-vehicle phone module to prevent tone quali ...
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Operating tips T o get the best performance out of the NISSAN V oice Recognition system, observe the following: ● Keep the interior of the vehicle as quiet as possible. Close the windows to eliminate surrounding noises (traffic noises, vibration sounds, etc.) , which may prevent the system from recognizing voice commands correctly. ● W ait unti ...
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● Numbers can be spoken in small groups. The system will prompt you to continue en- tering digits, if desired. Example: 1-800-662-6200 – “One eight zero zero” The system repeats the numbers and prompts you to enter more. – “six six two” The system repeats the numbers and prompts you to enter more. – “six two zero zero” ● Say ? ...
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PHONE/END Press the button to cancel a VR session or end a call. GETTING STARTED The following procedures will help you get started using the Bluetooth T Hands-Free Phone System with NISSAN V oice Recognition. For ad- ditional command options, refer to “List of voice commands” later in this section. Choosing a language Y ou can interact with th ...
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3. Say: “Pair phone” s B . The system acknowl- edges the command and announces the next set of available commands. 4. Say: “New phone” s C . The system acknowl- edges the command and asks you to initiate pairing from the phone handset s D . The pairing procedure of the cellular phone varies according to each cellular phone model. See the ce ...
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NO TE: If you do not wish to take the call when you hear the ring tone, press the button on the steering wheel. For additional command options, see “List of voice commands” later in this section. LIST OF VOICE COMMANDS Main Menu “Call” or “Call International” “Phone Book” “Memo Pad” “Setup” When you press and release the but ...
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The system acknowledges the command, re- peats the number and begins dialing. If a redial number does not exist, the system announces, “There is no number to redial” and ends the VR session. “Call back” s D Use the Call Back command to dial the number of the last incoming call within the vehicle. The system acknowledges the command, re- pea ...
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NO TE: Each phone has its own separate phone book. Y ou cannot access Phone A’s phone book if you are currently connected with Phone B . “New entry” s A Use the New Entry command to store a new name in the system. When prompted by the system, say the name you would like to give the new entry . For example, say: “Mary .” If the name is too ...
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The transfer procedure varies according to each cellular phone. See the cellular phone Owner’s Manual for details. Y ou can also visit www .nissanusa.com/bluetooth for instructions on transferring phone numbers from NISSAN recommended cellular phones. The system repeats the number and prompts you for the next command. When you have finished enter ...
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“Setup” Main Menu “Setup” “Pair Phone” s A “List Phone” s B “Select Phone” s C “Change Priority” s D “Delete Phone” s E “Select Ringtone” s F “Bluetooth Off” s G Use the Setup command to change options as- sociated with the Bluetooth T Hands-Free Phone System. “Pair phone” s A Use the Pair Phone command to pa ...
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and you change the priority level of Phone C to Level 1, then: Priority Level 1 = Phone C Priority Level 2 = Phone B Priority Level 3 = Phone A “Delete phone” s E Use the Delete Phone command to delete a specific phone or all phones from the Bluetooth T Hands-Free Phone System. The system announces the names of the phones already paired with th ...
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For information on selecting a different lan- guage, see “Choosing a language” earlier in this section. 6. Voice memory A or memory B is selected automatically . If both memory locations are already in use, the system will prompt you to overwrite one. Follow the instructions pro- vided by the system. 7. When preparation is complete and you are ...
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T ROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE The system should respond correctly to all voice commands without difficulty . If problems are en- countered, try the following solutions. Where the solutions are listed by number, try each solution in turn, starting with number 1, until the problem is resolved. Symptom Solution System fails to interpret the command correctly ...
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4-52 Display screen, heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems MEMO I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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5 Starting and driving Precautions when starting and driving ................5 - 2 Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ..................5 - 2 Three-way catalyst ..............................5 - 2 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (if so equipped) ................................5 - 3 Avoiding collision and rollover ....................5 - 5 Drinki ...
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WARNING ● Do not leave children or adults who would normally require the assistance of others alone in your vehicle. Pets should also not be left alone. They could accidentally injure themselves or others through inadvertent operation of the vehicle. Also, on hot, sunny days, temperatures in a closed vehicle could quickly become high enough to ca ...
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CAUTION ● Do not use leaded gasoline. Deposits from leaded gasoline will seriously re- duce the three-way catalyst’s ability to help reduce exhaust pollutants. ● Keep your engine tuned up. Malfunc- tions in the ignition, fuel injection, or electrical systems can cause overrich fuel flow into the three-way catalyst, causing it to overheat. Do ...
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● The TPMS will activate only when the vehicle is driven at speeds above 16 MPH (25 km/h) . Also, this system may not detect a sudden drop in tire pressure (for example a flat tire while driving) . ● The low tire pressure warning light does not automatically turn off when the tire pressure is adjusted. After the tire is inflated to the recommen ...
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Some examples are: – Facilities or electric devices using similar radio frequencies are near the vehicle. – If a transmitter set to similar frequencies is being used in or near the vehicle. – If a computer (or similar equipment) or a DC/AC converter is being used in or near the vehicle. FCC Notice: Changes or modifications not expressly ap- p ...
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WARNING Never remove or turn the key to the LOCK position while driving. The steering wheel will lock. This may cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle and could result in serious vehicle damage or personal injury. INTELLIGENT K EY SYSTEM (if so equipped) The Intelligent K ey system can operate the igni- tion switch without taking the key o ...
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CONTINUOUSLY V ARIABLE T RANSMISSION (CVT) The ignition lock is designed so that the ignition switch cannot be turned to the L OCK position until the selector lever is moved to the P (Park) position. When moving the ignition switch to the L OCK position, to remove the key from the igni- tion switch, make sure the selector lever is in the P (Park) p ...
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T o lock the steering wheel: 1. T urn the ignition switch to the L OCK posi- tion. 2. Remove the key , if it is inserted in the ignition switch. 3. T urn the steering wheel 1/8 of a turn clock- wise from the straight up position. T o unlock the steering wheel: 1. Insert the key into the ignition switch, if nec- essary . 2. Gently turn the ignition ...
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NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM The NISSAN V ehicle Immobilizer System will not allow the engine to start without the use of the registered key . If the engine fails to start using a registered key (for example, when interference is caused by another registered key, an automated toll road device or automatic payment device on the key ring) , rest ...
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The Intelligent Key must be carried when operating the ignition switch. When the Intelligent Key system warning light in the meter blinks in red and the inside warning buzzer emits a short beep, be sure that the selector lever is in the P (Park) position and the ignition switch is securely returned to the L OCK position. The Intelligent Key system ...
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CONTINUOUSLY V ARIABLE T RANSMISSION (CVT) (if so equipped) WARNING ● Do not depress the accelerator pedal while shifting from P (Park) or N (Neu- tral) to R (Reverse) , D (Drive) or L (Low) . Always depress the brake pedal until shifting is completed. Failure to do so could cause you to lose control and have an accident. ● Cold engine idle spe ...
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T o move the selector lever: Push the button s A while depressing the brake pedal Push the button s A to shift Shift without pushing button s A Shifting After starting the engine, fully depress the brake pedal and move the shift selector lever from P (Park) to any of the desired shift positions. WARNING Apply the parking brake if the selector lever ...
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D (Drive) : Use this position for all normal forward driving. L (Low) : Use this position for maximum engine braking on steep downhill gradients/climbing steep slopes and whenever approaching sharp bends. Do not use the L (Low) position in any other circum- stances. Manual shift mode (if so equipped) When the manual shift mode button s A is pressed ...
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● Remember not to drive at high speeds for extended periods of time in lower than M6 range. This reduces fuel economy . When shifting up: Pull the + s C paddle on the steering wheel towards you. (Shifts to higher range.) When shifting down: Pull the 2 s B paddle on the steering wheel towards you. (Shifts to lower range.) ● Pulling the same padd ...
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T o push the shift lock release, complete the fol- lowing procedure: 1. T urn the ignition key to the L OCK position and remove the key 2. Apply the parking brake. 3. Remove the shift lock release cover as shown. 4. Insert a small screwdriver in the shift lock release slot and push down. 5. Move the shift selector lever to the N (Neu- tral) positio ...
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WARNING When the high fluid temperature protec- tion mode or fail-safe operation occurs, vehicle speed may be gradually reduced. The reduced speed may be lower than other traffic , which could increase the chance of a collision. Be especially care- ful when driving. If necessary, pull to the side of the road at a safe place and allow the transmissi ...
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T o back up, lift up on the shift lever ring s 1 and then move it to the R (Reverse) position after stopping the vehicle completely . The shift lever ring returns to its original position when the shift lever is moved to the N (Neutral) position. If it is difficult to move the shift lever into R (Reverse) or 1 (1st) , shift into N (Neutral) , then ...
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T o engage: Pull the lever up s A . T o release: 1. Firmly apply the foot brake. 2. Manual transmission models: Place the shift lever in the N (Neutral) position. CVT models: Move the shift selector lever to the P (Park) position. 3. While pulling up on the parking brake lever slightly , push the button and lower com- pletely s B . 4. Before drivin ...
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CAUTION On manual transmission models, do not shift into N (Neutral) without depressing the clutch pedal when the cruise control is set. Should this occur, depress the clutch pedal and turn the main switch off imme- diately. Failure to do so may cause engine damage. CRUISE CONTROL OPERATIONS The cruise control allows driving at a speed be- tween 25 ...
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CAUTION During the first 1,200 miles (2,000 km) , follow these recommendations to obtain maximum engine performance and en- sure the future reliability and economy of your new vehicle. Failure to follow these recommendations may result in short- ened engine life and reduced engine performance. ● Avoid driving for long periods at constant speed, e ...
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WARNING ● Do not stop or park the vehicle over flammable materials such as dry grass, waste paper or rags. They may ignite and cause a fire. ● Safe parking procedures require that both the parking brake be set and the transmission placed into P (Park) for CVT models or in an appropriate gear for manual transmission models. Fail- ure to do so co ...
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WARNING ● If the engine is not running or is turned off while driving, the power assist for the steering will not work. Steering will be harder to operate. ● When the power steering warning light illuminates with the engine running, there will be no power assist for the steering. Y ou will still have control of the vehicle but the steering will ...
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WARNING ● While driving on a slippery surface, be careful when braking, accelerating or downshifting. Abrupt braking or accel- erating could cause the wheels to skid and result in an accident. ● If the engine is not running or is turned off while driving, the power assist for the brakes will not work. Braking will be harder. W et brakes When th ...
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WARNING Do not pump the brake pedal. Doing so may result in increased stopping distances. Self-test feature The ABS includes electronic sensors, electric pumps, hydraulic solenoids and a computer. The computer has a built-in diagnostic feature that tests the system each time you start the engine and move the vehicle at a low speed in forward or rev ...
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DRAINING OF COOLANT WATER If the vehicle is to be left outside without anti- freeze, drain the cooling system, including the engine block. Refill before operating the vehicle. For details, see “Changing engine coolant” in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section of this manual. TIRE EQUIPMENT 1. SUMMER tires have a tread designed to pro ...
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ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (if so equipped) WARNING ● Do not use your engine block heater with an ungrounded electrical system or a 2-pronged adapter. Y ou can be se- riously injured by an electrical shock if you use an ungrounded connection. ● Disconnect and properly store the en- gine block heater cord before starting the engine. Damage to the cord ...
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6 In case of emergency Flat tire ...........................................6 - 2 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (if so equipped) ................................6 - 2 Changing a flat tire .............................6 - 2 Jump starting .....................................6 - 8 Push starting ..................................... 6-10 If y ...
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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) (if so equipped) This vehicle is equipped with the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) . It monitors tire pres- sure of all tires except the spare. When the low tire pressure warning light is lit, one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. If the vehicle is being driven with low tire pressur ...
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WARNING ● Make sure the parking brake is securely applied and the manual transmission is shifted into R (Reverse) , or the CVT is shifted into P (Park) . ● Never change tires when the vehicle is on a slope, ice or slippery areas. This is hazardous. ● Never change tires if oncoming traffic is close to your vehicle. Wait for profes- sional road ...
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Getting the spare tire and tools 1. Open the trunk. Lift the trunk floor carpeting and spare tire cover s A . Remove the jack and the spare tire as indicated. 2. T o remove the jack, turn the jack screw counterclockwise and lift out. Removing bolt-on wheel cover (if so equipped) CAUTION Do not use your hands to pry off wheel caps or wheel covers. D ...
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Jacking up vehicle and removing the damaged tire WARNING ● Never get under the vehicle while it is supported only by the jack. If it is nec- essary to work under the vehicle, sup- port it with safety stands. ● Use only the jack provided with your vehicle to lift the vehicle. Do not use the jack provided with your vehicle on other vehicles. The ...
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Always refer to the proper illustrations for the correct placement and jack-up points for your specific vehicle model and jack type. Carefully read the caution label attached to the jack body and the following instruc- tions. 1. Loosen each wheel nut one or two turns by turning counterclockwise with the wheel nut wrench. Do not remove the wheel nut ...
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4. Lower the vehicle slowly until the tire touches the ground. Then, with the wheel nut wrench, tighten the wheel nuts securely in the sequence illustrated ( s A , s B , s C , s D ). Lower the vehicle completely . WARNING ● Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose or come off. This could cause an ...
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WARNING ● Always make sure that the spare tire and jacking equipment are properly se- cured after use. Such items can become dangerous projectiles in an accident or sudden stop. ● The spare tire is designed for emer- gency use. See specific instructions un- der the heading “ Wheels and tires” in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” sect ...
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WARNING Always follow the instructions below. Failure to do so could result in damage to the charging system and cause personal injury. 1. If the booster battery is in another vehicle, position the two vehicles to bring their bat- teries near each other. Do not allow the two vehicles to touch. 2. Apply the parking brake. Move the shift lever to N ( ...
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8. Replace the vent caps (if so equipped) . Be sure to dispose of the cloth used to cover the vent holes as it may be contaminated with corrosive acid. CAUTION ● Do not push start this vehicle. The three-way catalyst may be damaged. ● Continuously Variable T ransmission (CVT) models cannot be push-started or tow-started. Attempting to do so may ...
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3. Get out of the vehicle. Look and listen for steam or coolant escaping from the radiator before opening the hood. (If steam or cool- ant is escaping, turn off the engine.) 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 en- gine, stand clear to prevent getti ...
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For information about towing your vehicle behind a recreational vehicle (RV) , refer to “Flat towing” in the “T echnical and consumer information” sec- tion of this manual. T OWING RECOMMENDED BY NISSAN NISSAN recommends that your vehicle be towed with the driving (front) wheels off the ground or place the vehicle on a flat bed truck as ill ...
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CAUTION ● Never tow Continuously Variable Trans- mission (CVT) models with the front wheels on the ground or four wheels on the ground (forward or backward) , as this may cause serious and expensive damage to the transmission. If it is nec- essary to tow the vehicle with the rear wheels raised always use towing dollies under the front wheels. ● ...
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CAUTION ● T ow chains or cables must be attached only to the main structural members of the vehicle. Otherwise, the vehicle body will be damaged. ● Do not use the vehicle tie downs to free a vehicle stuck in sand, snow, mud, etc . Never tow the vehicle using the vehicle tie downs or recovery hooks. ● Always pull the cable straight out from th ...
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7 Appearance and care Cleaning exterior ..................................7 - 2 W ashing ......................................7 - 2 W axing ........................................7 - 2 Removing spots ................................7 - 3 Underbody ....................................7 - 3 Glass .........................................7 - 3 Alumi ...
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In order to maintain the appearance of your ve- hicle, it is important to take proper care of it. T o protect the paint surfaces, please wash your vehicle as soon as you can: ● after a rainfall to prevent possible damage from acid rain. ● after driving on coastal roads. ● when contaminants such as soot, bird drop- pings, tree sap, metal parti ...
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REMOVING SPOTS Remove tar and oil spots, industrial dust, insects, and tree sap as quickly as possible from the surface of the paint to avoid lasting damage or staining. Special cleaning products are available at a NISSAN dealer or any automotive accessory store. UNDERBODY In areas where road salt is used in winter, it is necessary to clean the und ...
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● Do not apply wheel cleaners to the wheels when they are hot. The wheel temperature should be the same as am- bient temperature. ● Rinse the wheel to completely remove the cleaner within 15 minutes after the cleaner is applied. CHROME PARTS Clean all chrome parts regularly with a non- abrasive chrome polish to maintain the finish. TIRE DRESSIN ...
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CAUTION ● Never use benzene, thinner, or any simi- lar material on the interior surfaces or surface damage may occur. Such dam- age is not covered under the NISSAN warranty. ● Small dirt particles can be abrasive and damaging to leather surfaces and should be removed promptly. Do not use saddle soap, car waxes, polishes, oils, cleaning fluids, ...
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SEAT BELTS The seat belts can be cleaned by wiping them with a sponge dampened in a mild soap solution. Allow the belts to dry completely in the shade before using them. See “Seat belt maintenance” in the “Safety – Seats, seat belts and supplemen- tal restraint system” section of this manual. WARNING Do not allow wet seat belts to roll up ...
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CAUTION ● NEVER remove dirt, sand or other de- bris from the passenger compartment by washing it out with a hose. Remove dirt with a vacuum cleaner or broom. ● Never allow water or other liquids to come in contact with electronic compo- nents inside the vehicle as this may damage them. Chemicals used for road surface de-icing are extremely corr ...
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7-8 Appearance and care MEMO I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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8 Maintenance and do-it-yourself Maintenance requirements ..........................8 - 2 General maintenance ..............................8 - 2 Explanation of general maintenance items .........8 - 2 Maintenance precautions ...........................8 - 5 Engine compartment check locations ................8 - 6 Engine cooling system ............ ...
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Y our new NISSAN has been designed to have minimum maintenance requirements with long service intervals to save you both time and money . However, some day-to-day and regular maintenance is essential to maintain your NIS- SAN’s good mechanical condition, as well as its emission and engine performance. It is the owner’s responsibility to make su ...
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When driving in areas using road salt or other corrosive materials, check lubrication frequently . Lights* Clean the headlights on a regular basis. Make sure that the headlights, stop lights, tail lights, turn signal lights, and other lights are all operating properly and installed securely. Also check headlight aim. Road wheel nuts (lug nuts)* Whe ...
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and are installed securely. Check the belt web- bing for cuts, fraying, wear or damage. Steering wheel Check for changes in the steer- ing system, such as excessive freeplay, hard steering or strange noises. Warning lights and chimes Make sure all warning lights and chimes are operating properly. Windshield wiper and washer* Check that the wipers a ...
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When performing any inspection or maintenance work on your vehicle, always take care to prevent serious accidental injury to yourself or damage to the vehicle. The following are general precau- tions which should be closely observed. WARNING ● Park the vehicle on a level surface, ap- ply the parking brake securely and block the wheels to prevent ...
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MR20DE engine 1. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Brake fluid reservoir/Clutch fluid reservoir (M/T model) 4. Battery 5. Air cleaner 6. Fuse/Fusible link box 7. Radiator cap 8. Engine oil dipstick 9. Drive belt location 10. Windshield washer fluid reservoir WDI0587 ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK LOCATIONS 8-6 Maintenance and do-it-you ...
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QR25DE engine 1. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Brake fluid reservoir/Clutch fluid reservoir (M/T model) 4. Battery 5. Air cleaner 6. Fuse/Fusible link box 7. Radiator cap 8. Engine oil dipstick 9. Drive belt location 10. Windshield washer fluid reservoir * Engine cover removed for clarity. WDI0637 Maintenance and do-it-yourse ...
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The engine cooling system is filled at the factory with Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant to provide year-round anti- freeze and coolant protection. The anti-freeze solution contains rust and corrosion inhibitors. Additional engine cooling system additives are not necessary . WARNING ● Never remove the radiator or coolant reservoir cap ...
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CHANGING ENGINE COOLANT A NISSAN dealer can change the engine coolant. The service procedure can be found in the NISSAN Service Manual. Improper servicing can result in reduced heater performance and engine overheat- ing. WARNING ● T o avoid the danger of being scalded, never change the coolant when the en- gine is hot. ● Never remove the radia ...
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5. Remove the dipstick again and check the oil level. It should be between the H (High) and L (Low) marks s B . This is the normal oper- ating oil level range. If the oil level is below the L (Low) mark s A , remove the oil filler cap and pour recommended oil through the opening. Do not overfill s C . 6. Recheck oil level with the dipstick. It is n ...
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CHANGING ENGINE OIL 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply the parking brake. 2. Start the engine and let it idle until it reaches operating temperature, then turn it off. 3. Remove the oil filler cap s A by turning it counterclockwise. 4. Place a large drain pan under the drain plug s B . 5. Remove the drain plug s B with a wrench by tur ...
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6. Clean and reinstall the drain plug and a new washer. Securely tighten the drain plug with a wrench. Do not use excessive force. Drain plug tightening torque: 22 - 29 ft-lb (29 - 39 N·m) 7. Refill engine with recommended oil through the oil filler opening, then install the oil filler cap securely . See “Capacities and recommended fuel/lubrican ...
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CAUTION Be careful not to burn yourself. The engine oil may be hot. 5. Wipe the engine oil filter sealing surface with a clean rag. CAUTION Be sure to remove any old gasket material remaining on the sealing surface of the engine. Failure to do so could lead to engine damage. 6. Coat the gasket on the new filter with clean engine oil. 7. Screw on th ...
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BRAKE FLUID Check the brake fluid level in the reservoir. If the brake warning light comes on, add Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 fluid up to the MAX line s A .I f fluid must be added frequently, the system should be checked by a NISSAN dealer. CLUTCH FLUID Check the clutch fluid level in the reservoir (manual trans ...
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Refill the reservoir more frequently when driving conditions require an increased amount of win- dow washer fluid. Recommended fluid is Genuine NISSAN Wind- shield Washer Concentrate Cleaner & Anti- freeze or equivalent. CAUTION ● Do not substitute engine anti-freeze coolant for window washer solution. This may result in damage to the paint. ...
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1. Remove the battery caps with a screwdriver as shown. Use a cloth to protect the battery case. 2. Check the fluid level in each cell. If it is necessary to add fluid, add only distilled water to bring the level up to the bottom of the filler opening. Do not overfill. V ehicles operated in high temperatures or under severe conditions require frequ ...
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1. Automatic tensioner 2. Generator 3. W ater pump 4. Air conditioner compressor 5. Crankshaft pulley 1. Crankshaft pulley 2. Automatic tensioner 3. W ater pump 4. Generator 5. Air conditioner compressor WARNING Be sure the ignition key is in the OFF or LOCK position before servicing drive belt. The engine could rotate unexpectedly. 1. Visually ins ...
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REPLACING SPARK PLUGS Platinum-tipped spark plugs (if so equipped) It is not necessary to replace platinum-tipped s A spark plugs as frequently as conventional type spark plugs because they last much longer. Fol- low the maintenance log shown in the “NISSAN Service and Maintenance Guide” . Do not service platinum-tipped spark plugs by cleaning ...
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The air cleaner filter should not be cleaned and reused. Replace it according to the maintenance log shown in the “NISSAN Service and Mainte- nance Guide.” When replacing the filter, wipe the inside of the air cleaner filter housing and the cover with a damp cloth. T o remove the air cleaner filter, push the tabs s A and pull the unit upward s ...
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IN-CABIN MICROFILTER (if so equipped) The in-cabin microfilter restricts the entry of air- borne dust and pollen particles and reduces some objectionable outside odors. The filter is located behind the trim panel near the accelera- tor pedal. Refer to the “NISSAN Service and Maintenance Guide” for change intervals. If replacement is required, s ...
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CAUTION ● After wiper blade replacement, return the wiper arm to its original position; otherwise it may be damaged when the hood is opened. ● Make sure the wiper blades contact the glass; otherwise the arms may be dam- aged from wind pressure. If you wax the surface of the hood, be careful not to let wax get into the washer nozzle s A . This m ...
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Proper brake inspection intervals should be followed. For more information regarding brake inspections, see the appropriate mainte- nance schedule information in the “NISSAN Ser- vice and Maintenance Guide” . T wo types of fuses are used. T ype A is used in the fuse boxes in the engine compartment. T ype B is used in the passenger compartment f ...
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT CAUTION Never use a fuse of a higher or lower amperage rating than specified on the fuse box cover. This could damage the electrical system or cause a fire. NO TE: For checking and replacing fuses on QR25DE engine models, see a NISSAN dealer. If any electrical equipment does not come on, check for an open fuse. 1. Be sure the ign ...
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Fusible links If any electrical equipment does not operate and the fuses are in good condition, check the fusible links in the holders s A , s B and s C . If any of these fusible links are melted, replace only with genuine NISSAN parts. For checking and replacing the fusible links in holders s A and s B , see a NISSAN dealer. T ype A LDI0546 T ype ...
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PASSENGER COMPARTMENT CAUTION Never use a fuse of a higher or lower amperage rating than specified on the fuse box cover. This could damage the electrical system or cause a fire. If any electrical equipment does not operate, check for an open fuse. 1. Be sure the ignition switch and the headlight switch are OFF . 2. Open the sunglasses holder s A . ...
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K EYFOB Replace the battery in the keyfob as follows: s 1 Open the lid using a coin s A . s 2 Remove the battery s B . s 3 Install a new battery s C with the “+” facing down. ● Hold the battery by the edges. Holding the battery across the contact points will seri- ously deplete the storage capacity . ● Do not touch the internal circuit and ...
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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, in- cluding interference that may cause undes- ired operation of the device. INTELLIGENT K EY BATTERY ...
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4. Close the lid securely as illustrated s C s D . 5. Operate the buttons to check the operation. See a NISSAN dealer if you need assistance for replacement. FCC Notice: Changes or modifications not expressly ap- proved by the party responsible for compli- ance could void the user’s authority to op- erate the equipment. This device complies with ...
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● Use the same number and wattage as originally installed: Low beam: Wattage: 55 Bulb no.: H13* High beam: Wattage: 65 Bulb no.: H13* *: Always check with the Parts Depart- ment at a NISSAN dealer for the latest parts information. Fog may temporarily form inside the lens of the exterior lights in the rain or in a car wash. A temperature differenc ...
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1. Front map lights 2. Room light 3. Headlight assembly 4. Front fog light (if so equipped) 5. High-mounted stop light (if so equipped) 6. Spoiler mounted stop light (if so equipped) 7. License plate light 8. Rear combination light Indicates bulb removal Indicates bulb replacement WDI0599 WDI0257 8-30 Maintenance and do-it-yourself Z REVIEW COPY— ...
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Replacement procedures All other lights are either type A , B, C or D. When replacing a bulb, first remove the lens and/or cover. Use a cloth s 1 to protect the interior light hous- ing. Use a cloth s A to protect the light housing. Interior light WDI0206 Map light (if so equipped) LDI0544 Maintenance and do-it-yourself 8-31 Z REVIEW COPY— 2008 S ...
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If you have a flat tire, see the “In case of emergency” section of this manual. TIRE PRESSURE Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (if so equipped) This vehicle is equipped with the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) . It monitors tire pressure of all tires except the spare. When the low tire pressure warning light is lit, one or more of ...
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● Before taking a long trip, or whenever you heavily load your vehicle, use a tire pressure gauge to ensure that the tire pressures are at the specified level. ● Do not drive your vehicle over 85 MPH (137 km/h) unless it is equipped with high speed rated tires. Driving faster than 85 MPH (137 km/h) may result in tire fail- ure, loss of control ...
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s 6 Spare tire size (if so equipped) . Checking tire pressure 1. Remove the valve stem cap from the tire. 2. Press the pressure gauge squarely onto the valve stem. Do not press too hard or force the valve stem side- ways, or air will escape. If the hissing sound of air escaping from the tire is heard while checking the pressure, reposition the gaug ...
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Size Cold Tire Inflation Pressure Front Original Tire: P205/60R15 P205/55R16 230 kPa, 33 PSI P225/45R17 240 kPa, 35 PSI Rear Original Tire: P205/60R15 P205/55R16 230 kPa, 33 PSI P225/45R17 240 kPa, 35 PSI Spare Tire: T125/70*16 T135/70D17 420 kPa, 60 PSI TIRE LABELING Federal law requires tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the ...
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s 1 Tire size (example: P215/65R15 95H) 1. P: The 9 P 9 indicates the tire is de- signed for passenger vehicles (not all tires have this information) . 2. Three-digit number (215): This num- ber gives the width in millimeters of the tire from sidewall edge to side- wall edge. 3. T wo-digit number (65): This number, known as the aspect ratio, gives ...
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s 2 TIN (Tire Identification Number) for a new tire (example: DO T XX XX XXX XXXX) 1. DO T : Abbreviation for the 9 Depart- ment Of T ransportation. 9 The symbol can be placed above, below or to the left or right of Tire Identification Num- ber. 2. T wo-digit code: Manufacturer’s identification mark 3. T wo-digit code: Tire size 4. Three-digit co ...
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s 7 The word “radial” The word “radial” is shown if the tire has radial structure. s 8 Manufacturer or brand name Manufacturer or brand name is shown. Other Tire-related T erminology In addition to the many terms that are defined throughout this section, Intended Outboard Sidewall is (1) the sidewall that contains a whitewall, bears white l ...
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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. TIRE CHAINS CAUTION Tire chains/cables should not be installed on P225/45R17 size tires. Installation of the tire chains/cables on P225/45R17 size tires will cause damage to the vehicle. If you plan to use ti ...
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Wheel nut tightening torque: 83 ft-lb (113 N·m) The wheel nuts must be kept tight- ened to specifications at all times. It is recommended that wheel nuts be tightened to specification at each tire rotation interval. WARNING ● After rotating the tires, check and adjust the tire pressure. ● Retighten the wheel nuts when the vehicle has been driv ...
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Replacing wheels and tires When replacing a tire, use the same size, tread design, speed rating and load carrying capacity as originally equipped. Recommended types and sizes are shown in “Wheels and tires” in the “T echnical and consumer information” section of this manual. WARNING ● The use of tires other than those recom- mended or the ...
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Care of wheels ● W ash the wheels when washing the vehicle to maintain their appearance. ● Clean the inner side of the wheels when the wheel is changed or the underside of the vehicle is washed. ● Do not use abrasive cleaners when washing the wheels. ● Inspect wheel rims regularly for dents or corrosion. Such damage may cause loss of pressu ...
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9 T echnical and consumer information Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants .........9 - 2 Fuel recommendation ...........................9 - 3 Engine oil and oil filter recommendations ..........9 - 5 Air conditioner system refrigerant and oil recommendations ..............................9 - 6 Specifications ................................. ...
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The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be slightly different. When refilling, follow the procedure described in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity. Capacity (Approximate) Recommended Fluids and Lubricants US measure Imp measure Liter Fuel 14-1/2 gal 12-1/8 gal ...
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FUEL RECOMMENDATION MR20DE and QR25DE engine except Spec-V Use unleaded regular gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) num- ber (Research octane number 91) . QR25DE engine Spec-V only Use unleaded premium gasoline with an octane rating of at least 91 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) num- ber (Research octane number 96) . If unle ...
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of appropriate cosolvents and corro- sion inhibitors. If not properly formu- lated with appropriate cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors, such methanol blends may cause fuel system damage and/or vehicle performance problems. At this time, sufficient data is not avail- able to ensure that all methanol blends are suitable for use in NISSAN ve- hicles. ...
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ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER RECOMMENDATIONS Selecting the correct oil It is essential to choose the correct grade, quality and viscosity engine oil to ensure satisfactory engine life and performance. See 9 Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants 9 earlier in this section. NISSAN recommends the use of an energy conserving oil in order to improve fu ...
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Y our engine was filled with a high-quality engine oil when it was built. Y ou do not have to change the oil before the first recommended change interval. Oil and filter change intervals depend upon how you use your vehicle. Operation under the following conditions may require more frequent oil and filter changes: ● repeated short distance drivin ...
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ENGINE Model MR20DE QR25DE T ype Gasoline, 4-cycle, DOHC Gasoline, 4-cycle, DOHC Cylinder arrangement 4-cylinder, inline 4-cylinder, inline Bore x Stroke in (mm) 3.307 x 3.547 (84.0 x 90.1) 3.5 x 3.9 (89.0 x 100.0) Displacement cu in (cm 3 ) 121.86 (1,997) 151.82 (2,488) Firing order 1–3–4–2 1–3–4–2 Idle speed No adjustment is necessary ...
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WHEELS AND TIRES Wheel type Size Offset in (mm) Steel 15 x 6.5JJ 1.77 (45) Aluminum and steel 16 x 6.5JJ 1.77 (45) Aluminum 17 x 7.0JJ 1.97 (50) Tire size P205/60R15 P205/55R16 P225/45R17 Spare tire T125/70D16 T135/70D17 9-8 T echnical and consumer information Z REVIEW COPY— 2008 Sentra (sen) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 01/22/08—debbie X ...
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DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS Unit: in (mm) Model MR20DE QR25DE Overall length 179.8 (4,567) 180.1 (4,575) Overall width 70.5 (1,790) 70.5 (1,790) Overall height 59.5 (1,511) 59.1 (1,501) (MT) , 59.4 (1,508) (CVT) Front T rack 15 X 6.5 and 16 X 6.5 inch wheel 59.8 (1,519.8) N/A 17 X 7.0 inch wheel N/A 59.4 (1,510) Rear T rack 15 X 6.5 and 16 X 6.5 inch wh ...
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When planning to drive your NISSAN ve- hicle in another country, you should first find out if the fuel available is suitable for your vehi- cle’s engine. Using fuel with an octane rating that is too low may cause engine damage. All gasoline vehicles must be operated with unleaded gasoline. There- fore, avoid taking your vehicle to areas where app ...
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ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER The number is stamped on the engine as shown. F .M.V .S.S./C.M.V .S.S. CERTIFICATION LABEL The Federal/Canadian Motor V ehicle Safety Standard (F.M.V .S.S./C.M.V .S.S.) certification la- bel is affixed as shown. This label contains valu- able vehicle information, such as: Gross Vehicle W eight Ratings (GVWR) , Gross Axle Weight ...
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EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION LABEL The emission control information label is at- tached to the underside of the hood as shown. TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION LABEL The cold tire pressure is shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. The label is located as shown. AIR CONDITIONER SPECIFICATION LABEL The air conditioner specification label is aff ...
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Use the following steps to mount the front license plate: s 1 Slide the metal mounting clips onto the li- cense plate holder as indicated. s 2 Make holes on the plastic finisher at the location mark (small dimple) using a 0.31 in (8 mm) drill. Apply light pressure to the drill. Install the license plate holder using the two screws provided with the ...
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● GVW (Gross Vehicle W eight) - curb weight plus the combined weight of passengers and cargo. ● GVWR (Gross V ehicle Weight Rat- ing) - maximum total combined weight of the unloaded vehicle, pas- sengers, luggage, hitch, trailer tongue load and any other optional equipment. This information is lo- cated on the F .M.V .S.S./C.M.V .S.S. certifica ...
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Steps for determining correct load limit 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs” on your vehicle’s placard. 2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle. 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX ...
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5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4. 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be trans- ferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this re- duces the av ...
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WARNING Overloading or improper loading of a trailer and its cargo can adversely affect vehicle handling, braking and perfor- mance and may lead to accidents. CAUTION ● Do not tow a trailer or haul a heavy load for the first 500 miles (800 km) . Y our engine, axle or other parts could be damaged. ● For the first 500 miles (800 km) that you tow ...
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T emperature conditions can also affect towing. For example, towing a heavy trailer in high outside temperatures on graded roads can affect engine performance and cause overheating. The engine protection mode, which helps reduce the chance of engine damage, could activate and automati- cally decrease engine power. V ehicle speed may decrease under ...
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T owing capacities are calculated assuming a base vehicle with driver and any options required to achieve the rating. Additional passengers, cargo and/or optional equipment, such as the trailer hitch, will add weight to the vehicle and reduce your vehicle’s maximum towing capacity and trailer tongue load. The vehicle and trailer need to be weighe ...
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T OWING LOAD/SPECIFICATION T OWING LOAD / SPECIFICA TION UNIT : lb (kg) MAXIMUM T OWING L OAD *1 1,000 (454) MAXIMUM T ONGUE L OAD 100 (45) *1: The towing capacity values are calculated assuming a base vehicle with driver and any options required to achieve the rating. Additional passengers, cargo and/or optional equipment will add weight to the ve ...
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Y ou may add Class I trailer hitch equipment that has a 2,000 lb (909 kg) maximum weight rating to the vehicle, but your vehicle is only capable of towing the maximum trailer weights shown in the T owing Load/Specification Chart earlier in this section. CAUTION ● Do not use axle-mounted hitches. ● The hitch should not be attached to or affect t ...
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WARNING Never connect a trailer brake system di- rectly to the vehicle brake system. Pre-towing tips ● Be certain your vehicle maintains a level position when a loaded and/or unloaded trailer is hitched. Do not drive the vehicle if it has an abnormal nose-up or nose-down condition; check for improper tongue load, overload, worn suspension or othe ...
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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. ● When going down a hill, shift into a lower gear and use the engine braking effect. When going up a long grade, downshift the transmission to a lower gear and reduce speed to reduce chances of ...
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● When stopped in traffic for long periods of time in hot weather, put the vehicle in the P (Park) position. ● When launching a boat, don’t allow the wa- ter level to go over the exhaust tail pipe or rear bumper. ● Make sure you disconnect the trailer lights before backing the trailer into the water or the trailer lights may burn out. When ...
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WARNING The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristic s. T emperature A , B and C The temperature grades are A (the highest) , B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat, and its abi ...
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If you believe that your vehicle has a de- fect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immedi- ately inform the National Highway T raffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addi- tion to notifying NISSAN. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a ...
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8. Stop the vehicle. Place the transmission se- lector lever in the P (Park) or N (Neutral) position. 9. T urn the engine off. 10. Repeat step s1-8a t least one more time. If steps 1 through 7 are interrupted, repeat the preceding step. Any safe driving mode is accept- able between steps. Do not stop the engine until step 7 is completed. This vehic ...
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A genuine NISSAN Service Manual is the best source of service and repair information for your vehicle. Filled with wiring diagrams, illustrations and step-by-step diagnostic and adjustment pro- cedures, this manual is the same one used by the factory-trained technicians working at NISSAN dealerships. Also available are genuine NISSAN Owner’s Manu ...
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Why should you take a chance? In over 40 states, the law says you must be advised if non-genuine parts are used to repair your vehicle. And some states have enacted laws that restrict insurance companies from authoriz- ing the use of non-genuine collision parts during the new vehicle warranty. These laws help pro- tect you, so you can take action t ...
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9-30 T echnical and consumer information MEMO I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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10 Index A Active Head Restraint ............. .1-7 Air bag (See supplemental restraint system) .................... .1-43 Air bag system Front (See supplemental front impact air bag system) .............. .1-50 Side and curtain (See supplemental side air bag and curtain side-impact air bag system) . . . .1-55 Air bag warning labels ............ .1 ...
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Clock set .................... .4-5 Clutch Clutch fluid ................ .8-14 C.M.V .S.S. certification label ......... .9-11 Cold weather driving ............. .5-24 Compact disc (CD) player ...... .4-23, 4-27 Continuously V ariable T ransmission (CVT) . .5-11 Continuously V ariable T ransmission (CVT) fluid .................... .8-13 Driving wit ...
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Fog light switch ................ .2-22 Folding rear seat ........... .1-3, 1-4, 1-5 Front air bag system (See supplemental restraint system) .... .1-50 Front seats ................... .1-2 Fuel Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ................ .9-2 Fuel economy ............... .5-20 Fuel gauge ................. .2-5 Fuel octane rating .. ...
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Language setting ................ .4-5 LA T CH (Lower Anchors and T ethers for CHildren) System ............. .1-25 License plate Installing the license plate ........ .9-13 Light Air bag warning light ........ .1-58, 2-12 Brake light (See stop light) ........ .8-29 Bulb check/instrument panel ....... .2-8 Bulb replacement ............. .8-29 Charg ...
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Precautions on supplemental restraint system ................... .1-43 Precautions when starting and driving . . .5-2 Programmable features ............ .4-5 Push starting ................. .6-10 R Radio Car phone or CB radio .......... .4-36 Compact Disc (CD) changer ...... .4-32 FM/AM radio with compact disc (CD) player ................ .4-21 FM/ ...
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Precautions on supplemental restraint system ................... .1-43 Supplemental restraint system (Supplemental air bag system) ........ .1-43 Supplemental side and curtain side-impact air bag system ................. .1-55 Switch Automatic power window switch .... .2-32 Fog light switch .............. .2-22 Hazard warning flasher switch ...... ...
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W arning lights ................. .2-8 W asher switch Windshield wiper and washer switch . . .2-18 W eights (See dimensions and weights) . . . .9-9 Wheels and tires ............... .8-32 Wheel/tire size ................. .9-8 When traveling or registering your vehicle in another country ............... .9-10 Window washer fluid ............. .8-14 ...
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MEMO I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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Nissan Sentra (2008) - page 326
MEMO I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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Nissan Sentra (2008) - page 327
RECOMMENDED FUEL: MR20DE and QR25DE engine except Spec-V Use unleaded regular gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) num- ber (Research octane number 91) . QR25DE engine Spec-V only Use unleaded premium gasoline with an octane rating of at least 91 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) num- ber (Research octane number 96) . If unlead ...
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Nissan Sentra (2008) - page 328
1. Window washer fluid 8-14 2. Engine coolant 8-8 3. Engine oil 8-9 4. Passenger supplemental air bag 1-43 5. Driver supplemental air bag 1-43 6. Fuel recommendation 9-3 7. Spare tire 6-2 8. Seat belts 1-9 9. Door locks 3-4 10. Seats 1-2 11. Fuel-filler door release 3-24, T runk release 3-23 12. Meters and gauges 2-3 13. Hood release 3-22 14. Audio ...
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