FOREWORD Welcome to the growing family of new INFINITI 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 understand the operation and maintenance of your vehicle so that you may enjoy many miles (kilometers) of driving pleasure. Please read through this manual before operating your vehicle. A separate Warranty Information Booklet explains details about the warranties covering your vehicle. The "INFINITI Service and Maintenance Guide" explains details about maintaining and servicing your vehicle. Additionally, a separate Customer Care/Lemon Law Booklet (U.S. only) will explain how to resolve any concerns you may have with your vehicle, as well as clarify your rights under your state's lemon law. Your INFINITI dealership knows your vehicle best. When you require any service or have any questions, they will be glad to assist you with the extensive resources available to them. Additionally , a separate Customer Care and Lemon Law Information Booklet will explain how to resolve any concerns you may have with your vehicle, as well as clarify your rights under your state's lemon law. INFINITI is dedicated to providing a satisfying ownership experience for as long as you own your car. Should you have any questions regarding your INFINITI or your INFINITI dealer, please contact our Consumer Affairs department at 1­800­662­6200. In Canada 1­800­361­4792. Thank you. READ FIRST--THEN DRIVE SAFELY Before driving your vehicle please read this Owner's Manual carefully. This will ensure familiarity with controls and maintenance requirements, assisting you in the safe operation of your vehicle. As with other vehicles with features for off-road use, failure to operate four-wheel drive models correctly may result in loss of control or an accident. Be sure to read "Driving safety precautions" in the "Starting and driving" section of this manual. ON-PAVEMENT AND OFF-ROAD DRIVING This vehicle will handle and maneuver differently from an ordinary passenger car because it has a higher center of gravity for off-road use. As with other vehicles with features of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or an accident. Be sure to read "On-pavement and offroad driving precautions", and "Avoiding collision and rollover", and "Driving safety precautions", in the "Starting and driving" section of this manual. MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE This vehicle should not be modified. Modification could affect its performance, safety or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or performance problems resulting from modifications may not be covered under INFINITI warranties. WARNING IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION REMINDERS FOR SAFETY! Follow these important driving rules to help ensure a safe and comfortable trip for you and your passengers! NEVER drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs. ALWAYS observe posted speed limits and never drive too fast for conditions. ALWAYS use your seat belts and appropriate child restraint systems. Pre-teen children should be seated in the rear seat. ALWAYS provide information about the proper use of vehicle safety features to all occupants of the vehicle. ALWAYS review this owner's manual for important safety information. For descriptions specified for four-wheel drive models, a mark is placed at the beginning of the applicable sections/items. WHEN READING THE MANUAL 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. INFINITI reserves the right to change specifications or design without notice and without obligation. CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING WARNING Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS MANUAL You will see various symbols in this manual. They are used in the following ways: APD1005 WARNING This is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that could cause death or serious personal injury. To avoid or reduce the risk, the procedures must be followed precisely. If you see this symbol, it means "Do not do this" or "Do not let this happen." If you see a symbol similar to these in an illustration, it means the arrow points to the front of the vehicle. Arrows in an illustration that are similar to these indicate movement or action. Arrows in an illustration that are similar to these call attention to an item in the illustration. © 2004 NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. GARDENA, CALIFORNIA All rights reserved. No part of this Owner's Manual may be reproduced or stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form, or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Nissan North America, Inc., Gardena, California. CAUTION This is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that could cause minor or moderate personal injury or damage to your vehicle. To avoid or reduce the risk, the procedures must be followed carefully. Table of Contents Illustrated table of contents Safety--Seats, seat belts and supplemental air bags Instruments and controls Pre-driving checks and adjustments Display screen, heater, air conditioner and audio systems Starting and driving In case of emergency Appearance and care Maintenance and do-it-yourself Technical and consumer information Index 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 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 locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-8 Warning/indicator lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-9 AIRBAGS, SEAT BELTS AND CHILD RESTRAINTS 3rd row bench seat belts (P. 1-30) 2nd row seat belts (P. 1-30) Supplemental curtain side-impact and rollover air bags (P. 1-14) 4. Front seat belts (P. 1-30) 5. Supplemental front impact air bags (P.1-14) 6. Seats (P. 1-2) 7. Occupant classification sensor (weight sensor) (P.1-21) 8. Seat belt pretensioners (P. 1-27) 9. Supplemental side impact air bag (P. 1-14) 10. LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) (P. 1-55) 11. Top tether strap anchor (P. 1-57) See the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details. 1. 2. 3. LII0040 0-2 Illustrated table of contents EXTERIOR FRONT 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. Engine hood (P. 3-10) Windshield wiper and washer switch (P. 2-23) Windshield (P. 8-18) Power windows (P. 2-47) Door locks, keyfob, keys (P. 3-3, 3-5, 3-2) Mirrors (P. 3-18) Tire pressure (P. 9-11) Flat tire (P. 6-2) Tire chains (P. 8-35) Replacing bulbs (P. 8-27) Headlight switch (P. 2-25) Fog light switch and turn signal switch (P. 2-29, P. 2-25) Tow hooks (P. 6-12) See the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details. LII0042 Illustrated table of contents 0-3 EXTERIOR REAR Roof rack (P. 2-46) Vehicle loading (P. 9-12) Glass hatch (P. 3-14) Rear window washer (P.2-24) Rear view monitor (P.4-11) Towing/Trailer hitch (P.9-15) Back door release (P. 3-10) Rear sonar system (P.2-31) Replacing bulbs (P. 8-27) Power vent windows (P.2-49) Fuel filler cap, fuel recommendation (P. 3-15, P. 9-3) 12. Fuel filler door (P. 3-15) 13. Child safety rear door locks (P.3-5) 14. Glass hatch (P. 3-14) See the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. LII0039 0-4 Illustrated table of contents PASSENGER COMPARTMENT Rear ventilators (P. 4-13) Storage (P. 2-35) DVD entertainment system (if so equipped) (P. 4-28) 4. Sunroof (if so equipped) (P. 2-50) 5. Map lights (P. 2-53) 6. Sun visors (P. 3-17) 7. HomeLink (P. 2-54) 8. Glove box (P. 2-35) 9. Seats (P. 1-2) 10. Cup holders (P. 2-39) 11. Luggage storage (P. 2-43) See the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details. 1. 2. 3. LII0041 Illustrated table of contents 0-5 INSTRUMENT PANEL 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Driver, center and passenger ventilators (P. 4-13) Headlight/fog light/turn signal switch (P. 2-25) Steering wheel switch for audio control (P. 4-26) Headlight aiming control (P. 2-27) Instrument brightness control (P. 2-28) Driver supplemental air bag/horn (P. 1-14, P. 2-30) Meters, gauges and warning/indicator lights (P. 2-3, 2-12) Cruise control main/set switches and Intelligent cruise control main/set switches (if so equipped) (P. 5-14, P.5-16) Windshield wiper/washer switch and rear window wiper/washer switch (P. 2-23, 2-24) Ignition switch (P. 5-7) Navigation system* (P. 4-2) Navigation system* controls (P. 4-2) Audio system controls (P. 4-17) Front passenger supplemental air bag (P. 1-14) Glove box (P. 2-36) Climate controls (P. 4-14) 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. WIC0744 0-6 Illustrated table of contents 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. Hazard lights (P. 2-29) Power outlet (P. 2-33) Heated seat switch (P. 2-30) Tow mode switch (P. 2-32) Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch (P. 2-31) Shift selector lever (P. 5-9) Clock (P. 2-32) Power outlet/cigarette lighter (accessory) (P. 2-33) Passenger air bag status light (P. 1-23) 4WD shift switch (if so equipped) (P. 5-37) Tilt steering wheel control (P. 3-16) Rear sonar system off switch (P. 2-31) Pedal position adjustment switch (P. 3-16) Back door open/close switch (P. 3-10) *: Refer to the separate Navigation System Owner's Manual. See the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details. Illustrated table of contents 0-7 ENGINE COMPARTMENT LOCATIONS Battery (P. 8-13) Fuse/fusible link box (P. 8-22) Transmission dipstick (P. 8-11) Engine oil filler cap (P. 8-8) Brake fluid reservoir (P. 8-12) Windshield washer fluid reservoir (P. 8-12) 7. Air cleaner (P. 8-16) 8. Radiator cap (P. 8-7) 9. Power steering fluid reservoir (P. 8-11) 10. Engine oil dipstick (P. 8-8) 11. Engine coolant reservoir (P. 8-7) See the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. WDI0413 0-8 Illustrated table of contents WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS Warning light Name Anti-lock brake warning light Page 2-13 Warning light Name Charge warning light Check suspension warning light Intelligent cruise control system warning light (Orange)(if so equipped) Preview Function warning light (Orange; if so equipped) Door open warning light Page 2-14 2-14 Warning light Name Engine oil pressure low/engine coolant temperature high warning light 4WD warning light ( model) Low fuel warning light Page 2-14 or Automatic transmission check warning light Automatic transmission park warning light ( model) Brake warning light 2-13 2-14 2-15 2-13 2-15 2-15 2-14 Low tire pressure warning light Low windshield washer fluid warning light 2-14 2-16 or 2-14 Illustrated table of contents 0-9 Warning light Name Seat belt warning light and chime Supplemental air bag warning light Page 2-17 Indicator light Name Intelligent cruise control ON/OFF switch indicator light (Green; if so quipped) Cruise set switch indicator light Intelligent Cruise Control system set switch indicator light (if so equipped) 4WD shift indicator light model) ( Page 2-17 Indicator light Name Front passenger air bag status light High beam indicator light (Blue) Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) Security indicator light (NVIS) Slip indicator light Page 2-18 or 2-17 2-18 2-17 2-18 Indicator light Name Automatic transmission position indicator light Cruise main switch indicator light (Green) Page 2-17 2-18 2-19 2-19 2-17 2-18 0-10 Illustrated table of contents Indicator light Name Transfer 4LO position indicator light ( model) Turn signal/hazard indicator lights Vehicle dynamic control off indicator light Page 2-19 2-19 2-19 Illustrated table of contents 0-11 MEMO 0-12 Illustrated table of contents 1 Safety--Seats, seat belts and supplemental air bags Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Front power seat adjustment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 2nd row captain's chair adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 2nd row benc ...