User manual NISSAN QUEST-1996

Foreword The inside pages of this manual contain a minimum of 50% recycled fibers, including 10% post-consumer fibers. Welcome 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 understand the operation and maintenance of your vehicle so that you may enjoy many miles of driving pleasure. Please read through this manual before operating your vehicle. A separate ``Warranty Information Booklet'' explains details about the warranties covering your vehicle. Your NISSAN dealer knows your vehicle best. When you require any service or have any questions, he will be glad to assist you with the extensive resources available to him. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION REMINDERS FOR SAFETY! Follow these five important driving rules to help ensure a safe and complete 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. 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. © 1995 NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. TORRANCE, 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. NOTES ON THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS OWNER'S MANUAL This owner's manual contains descriptions and operating instructions for all systems, features and optional equipment that might appear in any model of this vehicle built for any destination in North America, including the continental United States, Canada and Hawaii. Therefore, you may very well find information in this manual that does not apply to your vehicle. 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 NISSAN warranties. All information, specifications and illustrations in this manual are those in effect at the time of printing. NISSAN reserves the right to change specifications or design without notice and without obligation. Welcome To The World Of NISSAN The inside pages of this manual contain a minimum of 50% recycled fibers, including 10% post-consumer fibers. Nissan pioneered the use of electronics and computers in automobiles, and has led the industry in improving both performance and fuel efficiency through new engine designs and the use of synthetic materials to reduce vehicle weight. The company has also developed ways to build quality into its vehicles at each stage of the production process, both through extensive use of automation and -- most importantly -- through an awareness that people are the central element in quality control. From the time the parts arrived from our suppliers until you took delivery of your new Nissan, dozens of checks were made to ensure that only the best job was being done in producing and delivering your vehicle. Nissan also takes great care to ensure that when you take your Nissan to your dealer for maintenance, the service technician will perform his work according to the quality standards that have been established by the factory. Safety has also been built into your Nissan. As you know, seat belts are an integral part of the safety systems that will help protect you and your passengers in the event of a sudden stop or an accident. We urge you to use the belts every time you drive the vehicle. The Nissan story of growth and achievement reflects our major goal: to provide you, our customer, with a vehicle that is built with quality and craftsmanship -- a product that we can be proud to build and you can be proud to own. AFW0001 Your new Nissan is the result of our dedication to produce the finest in safe, reliable and economical transportation. Your vehicle is the product of a successful worldwide company that manufactures cars and trucks in over 20 countries and distributes them in 150 nations. Nissan vehicles are designed and manufactured by Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. which was founded in Tokyo, Japan in 1933, and Nissan affiliates worldwide, collectively growing to become the fourth largest automaker in the world. In addition to cars and trucks, Nissan also makes textile machinery, forklift trucks, marine engines, boats and other products. Nissan has made a substantial and growing investment in North America, starting with the opening of Nissan Motor Corporation U.S.A. in 1960, continuing with the production of some cars and trucks at one of the world's most modern manufacturing facilities in Smyrna, Tennessee, vehicle styling at Nissan Design International in San Diego, California, and engineering at Nissan Research and Development in Farmington Hills, Michigan. Nissan Motor Corporation U.S.A. and its dealers employ about 50,000 Americans. Nissan is also a substantial contributor to the Canadian economy. Nissan Canada Inc. and its 200 dealers and suppliers employ approximately 4,000 people. These include company employees and the staffs of Nissan dealers all across Canada. In addition, many Canadians work for companies that supply Nissan and Nissan dealers with materials and services ranging from the operation of port facilities and transportation services, to the supply of lubricants, parts and accessories. NISSAN CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAM NISSAN CARES ... Both NISSAN and your NISSAN dealer are dedicated to serving all your automotive needs. Your satisfaction with your vehicle and your NISSAN dealer are our primary concerns. Your 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 cannot assist you with or you would like to provide NISSAN directly with comments or questions, please contact our (NISSAN's) Consumer Affairs Department using our toll-free number: For U.S. mainland and Alaska customers 1-800-NISSAN-1 (1-800-647-7261) For Hawaii customers (808) 531-0231 (Oahu Number) For Canada customers 1-800-387-0122 The Consumer Affairs Department will ask for the following information: -- Your name, address, and telephone number -- Vehicle identification number (on dashboard) -- Date of purchase -- Current odometer reading -- Your NISSAN dealer's name -- Your comments or questions OR you may write to NISSAN with the information on the left at: For U.S. mainland and Alaska customers Nissan Motor Corporation in U.S.A. Consumer Affairs Department P.O. Box 191 Gardena, California 90247 For Hawaii customers Nissan Motor Corporation in Hawaii 2880 Kilihau St. Honolulu, Hawaii 96819 For Canada customers Nissan Canada Inc. P.O. Box 1709, Station ``B'' Mississauga, Ontario L4Y 4H6 We appreciate your interest in NISSAN and thank you for buying a quality NISSAN vehicle. Contents Instruments and controls Pre-driving checks and adjustments Heater, air conditioner and audio system Starting and driving In case of emergency Appearance and interior care Do-it-yourself operations Maintenance schedule Technical and consumer information Index 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 Instruments and controls Meters and gauges .............................................. 1-3 Warning/indicator lights and chimes .................... 1-6 Theft warning........................................................ 1-9 Windshield wiper lever and washer switch ........ 1-10 Rear window wiper and washer switches.......... 1-11 Rear window defogger switch ............................ 1-12 Headlight control switch ..................................... 1-12 Autolamp switch ................................................. 1-13 Spotlights............................................................ 1-15 Turn signal switch .............................................. 1-15 Cornering light .................................................... 1-16 Instrument brightness control............................. 1-16 Hazard warning flasher switch ........................... 1-16 Cigarette lighter (accessory) and ashtray .......... Rear power point................................................ Coin tray ............................................................. Compact disc and audio cassette storage compartment ......................................... Power window .................................................... Sunroof (If so equipped) .................................... Manual rear windows ......................................... Power rear windows........................................... Clock................................................................... Interior lights....................................................... 1-17 1-18 1-18 1-19 1-19 1-20 1-21 1-21 1-22 1-23 AIC0570 1-2 METERS AND GAUGES AIC0571 1-3 AIC0003 AIC0110 AIC0004 SPEEDOMETER The speedometer indicates vehicle speed. TACHOMETER The tachometer indicates engine speed in revolutions per minute (RPM). CAUTION When engine speed approaches the red zone, shift to a higher gear. Engine speed in the red zone may cause serious engine damage. ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE This gauge indicates the coolant temperature. The coolant temperature varies with the outside air temperature and driving conditions. CAUTION If the gauge indicates over the normal range, stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible. If the engine is overheated, continued operation of the vehicle may seriously damage the engine. See ``In case of emergency'' section for immediate action required. ODOMETER The odometer records the total distance the vehicle has been driven. TRIP ODOMETER The trip odometer records the distance of individual trips. Before each trip, set the trip odometer to zero by pushing the RESET button. 1-4 AIC0005 FUEL GAUGE This gauge indicates the APPROXIMATE fuel level in the tank. The gauge may move slightly during braking, turning, acceleration, or when going up or down hills. The gauge needle is designed to remain in approximately the same position, even when the ignition key is turned OFF. Refill the fuel tank before the gauge registers at E (empty). 1-5 WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND CHIMES AIC0583 Checking bulbs Apply the parking brake, fasten seat belts, and turn the ignition key to ON without starting the engine. The following lights come on and stay on until the engine is started: indicate a burned-out bulb or an open circuit in the electrical system. Have the system repaired promptly. Engine oil pressure warning light This light warns of low engine oil pressure. If the light flickers or comes on during normal driving, pull off the road in a safe area, stop the engine immediately and call a NISSAN dealer or other authorized repair shop. Running the engine with the oil pressure warning light on could cause serious damage to the engine. 1-6 The oil pressure warning light is not designed to indicate a low oil level. Use the dipstick to check the oil level. See ``Engine oil'' in the ``Do-it-yourself operations'' section. Charge warning light If the light comes on while the engine is running, it may indicate something wrong with the charging system. Turn the engine off and check the generator belt. If the belt is loose, broken, missing, or if the light remains on, see your NISSAN dealer immediately. The following lights come on briefly and then go off: ABS or If any light fails to come on, it may CAUTION Do not continue driving if the belt is loose, broken or missing. Supplemental air bag warning light When the ignition key is in the ON or START position, the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates for about 7 seconds and then turns off. This means the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System is operational. If any of the following conditions occur, the supplemental air bag system needs servicing and your vehicle should be taken to your nearest authorized NISSAN dealer as soon as practical: 1. The supplemental air bag warning light does not come on for 7 seconds and then go off as described above. 2. The supplemental air bag warning light flashes intermittently or remains on. 3. The supplemental air bag warning light does not come on at all. Unless checked and repaired, the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System may not function properly. For additional details, see ``Supplemental restraint system'' in the ``Predriving checks and adjustments'' section. 1-7 Low washer fluid warning light This light comes on when the washer reservoir fluid is at a low level. Add washer fluid as necessary. See the ``Do-it-yourself operations'' section. 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 convenient, preferably before the fuel gauge reaches E. There should be a small reserve of fuel in the tank when the fuel gauge needle reaches E. Brake warning light This light functions for both the parking brake and the foot brake systems. The light comes on when the parking brake is applied, and also warns of a low brake fluid level. If the light comes on while the engine is running with the parking brake not applied, stop the vehicle and perform the following: 1. Check the brake fluid level. Add brake fluid as necessary. See ``Brake fluid'' in the ``Do-it-yourself operations'' section. 2. If the brake fluid level is correct, check the warning system. Door open warning light This light comes on when any of the doors are not closed securely while the ignition key is ON. Seat belt warning light and chime The light and chime remind you to fasten your seat belts. If the driver's seat belt is NOT securely fastened when the ignition key is turned to ON or START, the chime sounds four times and the light illuminates. Refer to ``Seat belts'' in the ``Pre-driving checks and adjustments'' section for precautions on seat belt usage. WARNING If you judge it to be safe, drive carefully to the nearest service station for repairs. Otherwise, have your vehicle towed because driving it could be dangerous. Pressing the brake pedal with the engine stopped and/or low brake fluid level may increase your stopping distance and braking will require greater pedal effort as well as pedal travel. Overdrive off indicator light This light comes on during driving when the overdrive switch is pressed to prevent overdrive operation. The O/D OFF indicator light comes on for two seconds each time the ignition key is turned ON. This shows the light is functioning properly. If the O/D OFF indicator light blinks for approximately 8 seconds after coming on for 2 seconds, have your NISSAN dealer check the transmission and repair it if necessary. The automatic transmission is equipped with an electronic Fail-Safe mode. This system allows the vehicle to be driven even in the event of damage to the electrical circuits. If this occurs, the gears automatically engage and lock into 3rd gear. NOTE: See the ``Fail-safe'' section in the ``Starting and driving'' section before visiting your NISSAN dealer. Turn signal/hazard indicator lights The appropriate light flashes when the turn signal lever is activated. Both lights flash when the hazard switch is turned on. High beam indicator light This light comes on when the headlight high beam is on and goes out when the low beam is selected. Cruise indicator light The light comes on while the vehicle speed is controlled by the cruise control system. If the CRUISE indicator blinks, have the system checked by your NISSAN dealer. or ABS Anti-lock brake warning light If the light comes on while the engine is running, it may indicate something wrong with the anti-lock portion of the brake system. Have the system checked by your NISSAN dealer. If an abnormality occurs in the system, the anti-lock function ceases, but the brakes continue to operate normally. If the light comes on while you are driving, contact your NISSAN dealer for repair. Key reminder chime The chime sounds if the driver side door is opened while the key is left in the ignition switch. Remove the key and take it with you when leaving the vehicle. Light reminder chime A chime sounds when the driver side door is opened if the headlight control switch is 1-8 THEFT WARNING (If so equipped) turned on (ignition switch is turned OFF). Turn the headlight control switch to OFF when you leave the vehicle. The system can be activated even if the windows are open. 4. Confirm that the SECURITY indicator light, located under the hazard warning switch, illuminates. The SECURITY light stays on for about 30 seconds and then begins to flash once every three seconds. The system is now activated. The theft warning system is NOT activated if one of the following occurs: IC0005 Brake pad wear warning The disc brake pads have audible wear warnings. When a brake pad requires replacement, it makes a high pitched scraping sound when the vehicle is in motion whether or not the brake pedal is depressed. Have the brakes checked as soon as possible if the warning sound is heard. Malfunction indicator lamp (emission system) If this light comes on or blinks while the engine is running, it may indicate a potential emission control problem. Although the vehicle is still driveable, see your NISSAN dealer for service as soon as possible. Continued operation without having the emission control system checked and repaired as necessary could lead to poor driveability, reduced fuel economy, and possible damage to the emission control system which may affect your warranty coverage. The theft warning system provides audio and visual alarm signals if parts of the vehicle are disturbed. A door is unlocked or opened, the hood is opened, or the ignition key is turned to the ACC or ON position during the 30 seconds in which the SECURITY light stays on. The SECURITY light blinks at a steady 1/2 second on - 1/2 second off rate because a door or the hood is open and the key is not in the ACC or ON position. When the ignition key is turned to the ACC or ON position, the SECURITY light turns off. How to activate the theft warning system 1. Close all windows. 2. Remove the key from the ignition switch. 3. Close all doors and the hood. Lock all doors by pressing the button on the multi-remote controller. At this time, the parking lights blink and the horn chirps to indicate all doors are locked. 1-9 Theft warning system operation The theft warning system emits the following alarm: WINDSHIELD WIPER LEVER AND WASHER SWITCH The headlights and tail lights flash and the horn sounds intermittently. In addition, the starter motor does not operate. The alarm automatically turns off after two to three minutes. However, the alarm reactivates if the vehicle is tampered with again. The alarm can be shut off by unlocking a door with the key or by pressing the button on the multiremote controller. The alarm is activated when: a door is unlocked or opened without using the key or the multi-remote controller. This includes unlocking the doors with the inside door lock switch. the hood is opened. the ignition is placed into the ACC, ON, or START position without the key in the ignition. AIC0561 If the system does not operate as described above, have it checked by your NISSAN dealer. To operate the wipers intermittently, adjust the knob between the S and F positions. For continuous operation, select LO or HI. How to stop the alarm The alarm stops only by unlocking a door with the key or by pressing the button on the multi-remote controller. The alarm does not stop if the ignition key is turned to the ACC or ON position. 1-10 REAR WINDOW WIPER AND WASHER SWITCHES WARNING In freezing temperatures the washer solution may freeze on the windshield and obscure your vision. Warm the windshield with the defroster before you wash the windshield. AIC0559 AIC0572 To operate the washer, press on the end of the wiper knob. For more washer fluid, push and hold the end of the wiper knob. The wipers cycle a few times when the washer is activated. The washer operates in any of the wiper positions. CAUTION Do not operate the washer continuously for more than 30 seconds. Do not operate the washer if the reservoir tank is empty. Push and hold the rear washer switch to operate the rear washer. The wiper cycles continuously until the switch is released. Push the rear wiper switch to operate the wiper. The wiper cycles intermittently. Push again to cancel. CAUTION Do not operate the washer continuously for more than 30 seconds. Do not operate the washer if the reservoir tank is empty. 1-11 REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER SWITCH CAUTION When cleaning the inner side of the window, be careful not to scratch or damage the electrical conductors. HEADLIGHT CONTROL SWITCH AIC0573 AIC0043 To defog the rear window glass, start the engine and push the switch on. The indicator light comes on. Push the switch again to turn the defogger off. The rear window defogger switch is also used to defrost, defog, or de-ice the power outside heated mirrors (if so equipped). It automatically turns off in approximately 15 minutes. Lighting Turn the dial to the position: The front clearance, side marker, tail, license plate and instrument lights come on. Turn the dial to the position: Headlights come on and all of the previously listed lights remain on. To select the high beam, push the turn signal lever away from you. The lever latches in place. Pull it back to select the low beam. 1-12 AUTOLAMP SWITCH Daytime light system (for Canada) Even if the headlight control dial is off, the headlight high beams come on after starting the engine. The headlights are a little dimmer than they are with the light switch in the position. If the parking brake is applied before the engine is started, the daytime lights do not illuminate. The daytime light system illuminates once the parking brake is released. Thereafter, the daytime lights do not turn off when using the parking brake at stop signals, etc. WARNING When the daytime light system is active, tail lights on your vehicle will not be on. It is necessary at dusk to turn on your headlights. Failure to do so could cause an accident injuring yourself and others. 3. Use the autolamp switch to activate the autolamp feature. It is to the left of the steering wheel. 4. Turn the switch to the right. A slight detent in the switch indicates it has been turned past the OFF position. After the switch is turned past the detent, the autolamp automatically turns the lamps on and off. Shut-off delay AIC0041 The autolamp system allows the headlights to be set so they turn on and off automatically. The autolamp system can turn on the headlights automatically when it is dark, turn off the headlights when it is light, and keep the headlights on for up to three minutes after you turn the key to OFF. To set the autolamp system: 1. Make sure the headlight switch is in the OFF position. If the headlight switch is in the ON position, the autolamp system is canceled. 2. Turn the ignition key to ON. 1-13 The length of time the autolamps stay on after the ignition is turned to OFF depends on how far the switch is turned to the right. If the switch is turned all the way to the right, the headlights stay on about three minutes after the ignition is turned to OFF. If the switch is turned only a little way to the right, the headlights may stay on for less than a minute. To turn the autolamp system OFF, turn the switch all the way to the left until the detent is felt. AIC0101 Be sure you do not put anything on top of the photo sensor located in the top right side of the instrument panel. The photo sensor controls the autolamp; if it is covered, the photo sensor reacts as if it is dark out and the headlights will illuminate. 1-14 SPOTLIGHTS TURN SIGNAL SWITCH AIC0049 AIC0560 To turn on the spotlights, press the switches next to the lights. To turn them off, press the switches again. Turn signal Move the lever up or down to signal the turning direction. When the turn is completed, the turn signal cancels automatically. Lane change signal To indicate a lane change, move the lever up or down to the point where the light begins to flash, but the lever does not latch. Passing signal Pulling the lever toward you turns the headlight high beam on. Release it and the headlight high beam goes off. 1-15