Nissan 370Z owner's manual: 6 In case of emergency

6 In case of emergency

• Flat tire ........ 6-2

• Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ........ 6-2

• Changing a flat tire (for models with spare tire) ........ 6-2 Repairing flat tire (for models with emergency

• tire puncture repair kit) ........ 6-7

• Jump starting ........ 6-15

• Push starting ........ 6-17

• If your vehicle overheats ........ 6-18

• Towing your vehicle ........ 6-19 Towing recommended by NISSAN

• (except for NISMO models) ........ 6-20 Towing recommended by NISSAN

• (NISMO models) ........ 6-21

• Vehicle recovery (freeing a stuck vehicle) ........ 6-22

FLAT TIRE

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)

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 your tires is significantly under-inflated. If the vehicle is being driven with low tire pressure, the TPMS will activate and warn you of it by the low tire pressure warning light. This system will activate only when the vehicle is driven at speeds above 16 MPH (25 km/h). For more details, see "WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND AUDIBLE REMINDERS" in the "2. Instruments and controls" section and "TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)" in the "5. Starting and driving" section.

WARNING

• If the low tire pressure warning light illuminates while driving, avoid sudden steering maneuvers or abrupt braking, reduce vehicle speed, pull off the road to a safe location and stop the vehicle as soon as possible. Driving with under-inflated tires may permanently damage the tires and increase the likelihood of tire failure. Serious vehicle damage could occur and may lead to an accident and could result in serious personal injury. Check the tire pressure for all four tires. Adjust the tire pressure to the recommended COLD tire pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label to turn the low tire pressure warning light OFF. If the light still illuminates while driving after adjusting the tire pressure, a tire may be flat. If you have a flat tire, replace it with a spare tire as soon as possible.

• When a spare tire is mounted or a wheel is replaced, the TPMS will not function and the low tire pressure warning light will flash for approximately 1 minute. The light will remain on after 1 minute. Contact your NISSAN dealer as soon as possible for tire replacement and/or system resetting.

• Replacing tires with those not originally specified by NISSAN could affect the proper operation of the TPMS.

• Do not inject any tire liquid or aerosol tire sealant into the tires, as this may cause a malfunction of the tire pressure sensors (for models not equipped with the emergency tire puncture repair kit).

• If you used the Emergency Tire Sealant to repair a minor tire puncture, your NISSAN dealer will also need to replace the TPMS sensor in addition to repairing or replacing the tire (for models equipped with the emergency tire puncture repair kit).

• NISSAN recommends using only NISSAN Genuine Emergency Tire Sealant provided with your vehicle. Other tire sealants may damage the valve stem seal which can cause the tire to lose air pressure (for models equipped with the emergency tire puncture repair kit).

CHANGING A FLAT TIRE (for models with spare tire)

If you have a flat tire, follow the instructions below.

Stopping the vehicle

1. Safely move the vehicle off the road and away from traffic.

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2. Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
3. Park on a level surface and apply the parking brake. Move the selector lever to the P (Park) position (Automatic transmission models). Move the shift lever to the R (Reverse) gear (Manual transmission models).
4. Turn off the engine.
5. Raise the hood to warn other traffic, and to signal professional road assistance personnel that you need assistance.
6. Have all passengers get out of the vehicle and stand in a safe place, away from traffic and clear of the vehicle.

WARNING

• Make sure the parking brake is securely applied and the manual transmission is shifted into R (Reverse), or the automatic transmission 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 professional road assistance.

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Blocking wheels

Place suitable blocks ① at both the front and back of the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire to prevent the vehicle from moving when it is jacked up.

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WARNING

Be sure to block the wheel as the vehicle may move and result in personal injury.

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Getting the spare tire and tools

Remove jacking tools located under the cargo room/trunk as illustrated.

For Coupe models, unfasten the belts and lift the jack up to remove.

Models without subwoofer:

Remove the spacer Ⓑ, and turn the retainer Ⓒ counterclockwise, then remove the spare tire.

Models with subwoofer:

Remove the spare tire cover Ⓒ. Turn the retainer Ⓑ counterclockwise, remove the subwoofer Ⓓ and place it on the side of the cargo room (with the flat surface facing down), then carefully remove the spare tire.

Jacking up the vehicle and removing the damaged tire

⚠ WARNING

• Never get under the vehicle while it is supported only by the jack. If it is necessary to work under the vehicle, support 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 jack is designed for lifting only your vehicle during a tire change.

• Use the correct jack-up points. Never use any other part of the vehicle for jack support.

• Never jack up the vehicle more than necessary.

• Never use blocks on or under the jack.

• Do not start or run the engine while vehicle is on the jack, as it may cause the vehicle to move. This is especially true for vehicles with limited slip differentials.

• Do not allow passengers to stay in the vehicle while it is on the jack.

Carefully read the caution label attached to the jack body and the following instructions.

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Jack-up point

1. Place the jack directly under the jack-up point as illustrated so the top of the jack contacts the vehicle at the jack-up point. Align the jack head between the two notches in the front or the rear as shown. Also fit the groove of the jack head between the notches as shown.

The jack should be used on level firm ground.

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2. Loosen each wheel nut one or two turns by turning counterclockwise with the wheel nut wrench. Do not remove the wheel nuts until the tire is off the ground.

3. To lift the vehicle, securely hold the jack lever and rod with both hands as shown above. Carefully raise the vehicle until the tire clears the ground. Remove the wheel nuts, and then remove the tire.

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Installing the spare tire The T-type spare tire is designed for emergency use. (See specific instructions under the heading “WHEELS AND TIRES” in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section.)

1. Clean any mud or dirt from the surface between the wheel and hub.

2. Carefully put the spare tire on and tighten the wheel nuts finger tight. Check that all the wheel nuts contact the wheel surface horizontally.

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Models equipped with different sized tires in the front and rear:

When replacing a front tire, make sure that the hole in the spare tire wheel is aligned with the pin on the brake rotor.

3. With the wheel nut wrench, tighten wheel nuts alternately and evenly in the sequence as illustrated (①, , ③, , ⑤) until they are tight.

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 as illustrated. 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 accident.

• Do not use oil or grease on the wheel studs or nuts. This could cause the nuts to become loose.

• Retighten the wheel nuts when the vehicle has been driven for 600 miles (1,000 km) (also in cases of a flat tire, etc.).

• As soon as possible, tighten the wheel nuts to the specified torque with a torque wrench. Wheel nut tightening torque: 80 ft-lb (108 N·m)

The wheel nuts must be kept tightened to specification at all times. It is recommended that wheel nuts be tightened to specifications at each lubrication interval.

• Adjust tire pressure to the COLD pressure.

COLD pressure:

After the vehicle has been parked for three hours or more or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km).

COLD tire pressures are shown on the Tire and Loading Information label affixed to the driver side center pillar.

Stowing the damaged tire and tools

Coupe models:

1. Securely store the damaged tire and jacking tools in the storage area.
2. Place the spare tire cover and the cargo room carpet over the damaged tire.
3. Close the rear hatch.

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Roadster models:

Securely store the jacking tools in the storage area.

Place the spare tire cover and trunk room carpet back in the trunk, and then close the trunk lid.

Securely store the damaged tire according to the following procedure as illustrated.

1. Put the damaged tire in the plastic bag Ⓐ stored in the trunk.
2. Move the passenger seat forward, and then place the damaged tire Ⓑ wrapped in the plastic bag behind the seat.
3. Move the passenger seat backward to

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secure the damaged tire.

⚠ WARNING

• Always make sure that the spare tire and jacking equipment are properly secured after use. Such items can become dangerous projectiles in an accident or sudden stop.
• The spare tire is designed for emergency use. See specific instructions under the heading “WHEELS AND TIRES” in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section.

REPAIRING FLAT TIRE (for models with emergency tire puncture repair kit)

⚠ WARNING

• After using Emergency Tire Sealant to repair a minor tire puncture, do not drive the vehicle at speeds faster than 50 MPH (80 km/h).
• Immediately after using the Emergency Tire Sealant to repair a minor tire puncture, take your vehicle to a NISSAN dealer to inspect, and repair or replace the tire. The Emergency Tire Sealant cannot permanently seal a punctured tire. Continuing operation of the vehicle without a permanent tire repair can lead to a crash.

If you have a flat tire, follow the instructions below.

• If you used the Emergency Tire Sealant to repair a minor tire puncture, your NISSAN dealer will also need to replace the TPMS sensor in addition to repairing or replacing the tire.
• NISSAN recommends using only NISSAN Genuine Emergency Tire Sealant provided with your vehicle. Other tire sealants may damage the valve stem seal which can cause the tire to lose air pressure.

This vehicle does not have a spare tire. The emergency tire puncture repair kit (Emergency Tire Sealant) is supplied with the vehicle instead of a spare tire. It can be used to temporarily repair minor tire punctures.

If possible, have the vehicle towed to a facility that can repair or replace the flat tire. Using the emergency tire puncture repair kit may cause a malfunction of the tire pressure sensor and cause the low tire pressure warning light to illuminate.

⚠ CAUTION

• To avoid the emergency tire puncture kit being damaged during storage or use:
  • Only use the emergency tire puncture repair kit on your vehicle. Do not use it on other vehicles.
  • Only use the kit to inflate the tires of your vehicle and to check the vehicle’s tire pressure.
  • Only plug the compressor into a 12V DC car power point.
  • Keep the kit free of water and dirt.
  • Do not disassemble or modify the kit.
  • Do not drop the kit or allow hard impacts to the kit.
• Do not use the emergency tire puncture repair kit under the following conditions. Contact a NISSAN dealer or professional road assistance.

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— when the sealant has passed its expiration date (shown on the label attached to the bottle) — when the cut or the puncture is approximately 0.16 in (4 mm) (Type A)/0.25 in (6 mm) (Type B) or longer — when the tire sidewall is damaged — when the vehicle has been driven with extremely low tire pressure — when the tire has come off the inside or the outside of the wheel. — when the tire wheel is damaged — when two or more tires are flat

Stopping the vehicle

1. Safely move the vehicle off the road and away from traffic.
2. Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
3. Park on a level surface and apply the parking brake.
4. Automatic Transmission models: Move the selector lever to the P (Park) position.

Manual Transmission models: Move the shift lever to the R (Reverse) position. 5. Turn off the engine. 6. Raise the hood to warn other traffic and to signal professional road assistance personnel that you need assistance. 7. Have all passengers get out of the vehicle and stand in a safe place, away from traffic and clear of the vehicle.

WARNING Make sure the parking brake is securely applied and the manual transmission is shifted into R (Reverse) or the automatic transmission into P (Park).

• Never repair tires when the vehicle is on a slope, ice or slippery areas. This is hazardous.
• Never repair tires if oncoming traffic is close to your vehicle. Wait for professional road assistance.

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Getting emergency tire puncture repair kit

Take out the emergency tire puncture repair kit located under the cargo room or in the trunk. The repair kit consists of the following items:

Type A: ① Tire sealant bottle ② Sealant filler tubes (one is for work at a NISSAN dealer) ③ Valve core (for spare) ④ Valve core tool ⑤ Air compressor ⑥ “Sealant-applied” sticker ⑦ Speed restriction sticker

Type B: ① Tire sealant bottle ② Air compressor ③ Speed restriction sticker

NOTE: For models with the emergency tire puncture repair kit, a spare tire, jack and rod are not equipped as standard. These parts are dealer options. Contact a NISSAN dealer about obtaining these parts. See “CHANGING A FLAT TIRE (for models with spare tire)” earlier in this section for usage of jacking tools and tire replacement.

Before using emergency tire puncture repair kit

• If any foreign object (for example, a screw or nail) is embedded in the tire, do not remove it.
• Check the expiration date of the sealant (shown on the label attached to the bottle). Never use a sealant whose expiration date has passed.

Repairing tire

WARNING Observe the following precautions when using the tire repair compound.

• Swallowing the compound is dangerous. Immediately drink as much water as possible and seek prompt medical assistance.
• Rinse well with lots of water if the compound comes into contact with skin or eyes. If irritation persists, seek prompt medical attention.
• Keep the repair compound out of the reach of children.
• The emergency repair compound may cause a malfunction of the tire pressure sensors and cause the low tire pressure warning light to illuminate. Have the tire pressure sensor replaced as soon as possible.

NOTE: Do not remove any nails or screws that have penetrated the tire when performing repairs.

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Type A:

1. Remove the NISSAN Genuine Emergency Tire Sealant and the air compressor.

2. Check the expiration date of the sealant (shown on the label attached to the bottle). Never use a sealant whose expiration date 6-10 In case of emergency has passed.

3. Shake the sealant bottle well ①.

NOTE: Make sure to shake the bottle well before attaching the hose. Doing so afterward may cause the repair com- pound to splatter.

4. Remove the cap from the bottle and screw the sealant filler tube into the bottle ②.
5. Remove the cap of the valve from the flat tire, and deflate the tire completely by pushing the valve core using the valve core tool ③.

WARNING

Remove the valve core carefully. Air pressure remaining in the tire can cause it to fly out.

6. Remove the valve core using the valve core tool ④. Keep it free of dirt.
7. Remove the plug from the sealant filler tube and insert the tube into the tire valve ⑤.
8. Hold the bottle upside down and squeeze it repeatedly until the sealant is injected into the tire ⑥. After the sealant is completely injected, pull the tube out of the valve. Install the tire valve core securely into the valve using the valve core tool.

Do not throw away the empty sealant bottle. This bottle is necessary when the tire is repaired or replaced by a NISSAN dealer.

9. Put the "Sealant-applied" sticker on a flat

surface of the wheel ⑦ .

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10. Put the speed restriction sticker in a location where the driver can see it while driving.

WARNING

• Do not apply the label to the center of the steering wheel pad, because this can prevent the air bag from properly functioning and cause serious injury.
• Avoid applying the label where it can obstruct the view of the speedometer and warning indicators.

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11. Screw the tube of the air compressor securely into the tire valve A. Insert its power plug to the power outlet B in the vehicle. Push the ignition switch to the ACC position. Then turn on the compressor, and inflate the tire to the pressure that is specified on the Tire and Loading Information label affixed to the driver's side center pillar.

WARNING

The ring on the end of the air compressor hose may become hot after use. To avoid burns allow it to cool first.

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CAUTION

Operating the air compressor for an extended period of time can result in damage to the compressor and will not allow you to fill the tire to the required air pressure. Avoid continuous operation of the compressor exceeding 10 minutes.

NOTE: If the tire does not inflate to the proper air pressure within 10 minutes, the tire may have sustained serious damage and cannot be repaired using the emergency tire puncture repair kit. You will need to contact a professional towing service or your NISSAN dealer.

12. Remove the air compressor from the tire valve. Properly stow the emergency tire puncture repair kit in the trunk. Immediately drive the vehicle at a speed of 50 MPH (80 km/h) or less.

NOTE: Driving at speeds above 50 MPH (80 km/h) can cause the vehicle to vibrate.

13. After a 10-minute or 3-mile (5-km) drive, check the tire pressure. The temporary repair is completed if the tire pressure does not drop.

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If the tire pressure is lower than specified, repeat the steps from 11 to 13. If the pressure drops again or is under 19 psi (130 kPa), the tire cannot be repaired with this tire repair kit. Call a NISSAN dealer.

CAUTION

If tire pressure falls below 19 psi (130 kPa) and remains low, even after repeating steps 11 to 13, the tire is not repairable using the emergency tire puncture repair kit. Stop driving the vehicle and contact your NISSAN dealer or a professional towing service.

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Type B:

1. Open the lid of the air compressor and take out the speed restriction sticker, then put it in a location where the driver can see it while driving.

CAUTION

Do not put the speed restriction label on the steering wheel pad, the speedometer or the warning light locations.

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2. Take the hose ① and the power plug ② out of the air compressor. Remove the cap of the bottle holder from the air compressor.

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3. Remove the cap from the tire sealant bottle, and screw the bottle clockwise onto the bottle holder. (Leave the bottle seal intact. Screwing the bottle onto the bottle holder will pierce the seal of the bottle.)

4. Remove the cap from the tire valve on the flat tire.

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5. Remove the protective cap Ⓐ of the hose and screw the hose securely onto the tire valve. Make sure that the pressure release valve Ⓑ is securely tightened. Make sure that the air compressor switch is in the OFF (○) position, and then insert its power plug into the power outlet in the vehicle.

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6. Push the ignition switch to the "ACC" position. Then turn the compressor switch to the ON (-) position and inflate the tire up to the pressure that is specified on the tire and loading information label affixed to the driver's side center pillar if possible, or to the minimum of 180 kPa (26 psi). Turn the air compressor off briefly in order to check the tire pressure with the pressure gauge.

If the tire is inflated to higher than the specified pressure, lower the tire pressure by releasing air with the pressure release valve.

NOTE: The compressor tire pressure gauge may show a pressure reading of 87 psi (600 kPa) for about 30 seconds while inflating the tire. The pressure gauge is indicating the pressure inside the sealant can. When the sealant has been injected into the tire the pressure gauge will drop and indicate actual tire pressure.

WARNING

• To avoid serious personal injury while using the emergency tire puncture repair kit: — Securely tighten the compressor hose to the tire valve. Failure to do so can cause the sealant to spray into the air and get into your eyes or on the skin.
• Do not stand directly beside the damaged tire while it is being inflated because of the risk of the rupture. If there are any cracks or bumps, turn the compressor off immediately.

If the tire pressure does not increase to 180 kPa (26 psi) within 10 minutes, the tire may be seriously damaged and the tire cannot be repaired with this tire repair kit. Contact a NISSAN dealer.

7. When the tire pressure is at the specified amount, turn the air compressor off. If the pressure cannot be inflated to the specified amount, the air compressor can be turned off at the minimum of 180 kPa (26 psi). Remove the power plug from the power outlet and quickly remove the hose from the tire valve. Attach the protective cap and valve cap. Properly stow the emergency tire puncture repair kit in the trunk.

CAUTION

To avoid serious personal injury when stowing the emergency tire puncture repair kit: — Keep the sealant bottle screwed into the compressor. Failure to do so can cause the sealant to spray into the air and get into your eyes or on the skin.

8. Immediately drive the vehicle for 10 minutes or 3 km (2 miles) at a speed of 80 km/h (50 MPH) or less.

9. After driving, make sure that the air compressor switch is in the OFF position, then

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screw the hose securely onto the tire valve. Check the tire pressure with the pressure gauge. The temporary repair is completed if the tire pressure does not drop.

Make sure the pressure is adjusted to the pressure that is specified on the tire and loading information label before driving.

10. If the tire pressure drops, repeat the steps from 5 to 9. If the pressure drops again or under 130 kPa (19 psi), the tire cannot be repaired with this tire repair kit. Contact a NISSAN dealer.

The sealant bottle and hose can not be reused to repair another punctured tire. Contact a NISSAN dealer to purchase replacements.

After repairing tire See a NISSAN dealer for tire repair/replacement as soon as possible.

WARNING

• After using Emergency Tire Sealant to repair a minor tire puncture, do not drive the vehicle at speeds faster than 50 MPH (80 km/h).

• Immediately after using Emergency Tire Sealant to repair a minor tire puncture, take your vehicle to a NISSAN dealer to inspect, and repair or replace the tire. The Emergency Tire Sealant cannot permanently seal a punctured tire. Continuing operation of the vehicle without a permanent tire repair can lead to a crash.

• If you used Emergency Tire Sealant to repair a minor tire puncture, your NISSAN dealer will also need to replace the TPMS sensor in addition to repairing or replacing the tire.

• NISSAN recommends using only NISSAN Genuine Emergency Tire Sealant provided with your vehicle. Other tire sealants may damage the valve stem seal which can cause the tire to lose air pressure.

Black plate (321,1)

JUMP STARTING

To start your engine with a booster battery, the instructions and precautions below must be followed.

WARNING

• If done incorrectly, jump starting can lead to a battery explosion, resulting in severe injury or death. It could also damage your vehicle.
• Explosive hydrogen gas is always present in the vicinity of the battery. Keep all sparks and flames away from the battery.
• Do not allow battery fluid to come into contact with eyes, skin, clothing or painted surfaces. Battery fluid is a corrosive sulphuric acid solution which can cause severe burns. If the fluid should come into contact with anything, immediately flush the contacted area with water.
• Keep the battery out of the reach of children.
• The booster battery must be rated at 12 volts. Use of an improperly rated battery can damage your vehicle.
• Whenever working on or near a battery, always wear suitable eye

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protectors (for example, goggles or industrial safety spectacles) and remove rings, metal bands, or any other jewelry. Do not lean over the battery when jump starting.

• Do not attempt to jump start a frozen battery. It could explode and cause serious injury.
• Your vehicle has an automatic engine cooling fan. It could come on at any time. Keep hands and other objects away from it.

WARNING

Always follow the instructions below. Failure to do so could result in damage to the charging system and cause personal injury.

• If the booster battery is in another vehicle @® , position the two vehicles (@ and @) ) to bring their batteries into close proximity to each other.

Do not allow the two vehicles to touch.

2. Apply parking brake. Move the selector lever to the P (Park) position (Automatic transmis-
3. sion models). Move the shift lever to the N (Neutral) position (Manual transmission models). Switch off all unnecessary electrical systems (light, heater, air conditioner, etc.).
4. Remove vent caps on the battery (if so equipped). Cover the battery with a firmly wrung out moist cloth ©) to reduce explosion hazard.
5. Connect jumper cables in the sequence as illustrated (GQ) > @ ~-@ > @).

If the battery is disconnected or discharged, the steering wheel will lock and cannot be turned. Supply power using jumper cables before pushing the ignition switch and disengaging the steering lock.

using jumper cables before pushing the ignition switch and disengaging the steering lock.

CAUTION

• Always connect positive (+) to positive (+) and negative (-) to body ground (as illustrated) — not to the battery.
• Make sure the jumper cables do not touch moving parts in the engine compartment and that clamps do not contact any other metal.

5. Start the engine of the booster vehicle Ⓐ and let it run for a few minutes.
6. Keep the engine speed of the booster vehicle Ⓐ at about 2,000 rpm, and start the engine of the vehicle being jump started Ⓑ .

CAUTION

Do not keep the starter motor engaged for more than 10 seconds. If the engine does not start right away, push the ignition switch to the OFF position and wait 10 seconds before trying again.

7. After starting your engine, carefully disconnect the negative cable and then the positive cable (④ → → ② → ).
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.
9. Put the battery cover on.

PUSH STARTING

Do not attempt to start the engine by pushing.

CAUTION

• Automatic transmission models cannot be push-started or tow-started. Attempting to do so may cause transmission damage.
• Three way catalyst equipped models should not be started by pushing since the three way catalyst may be damaged.
• Never try to start the vehicle by towing it; when the engine starts, the forward surge could cause the vehicle to collide with the tow vehicle.

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IF YOUR VEHICLE OVERHEATS

CAUTION

• Do not continue to drive if your vehicle overheats. Doing so could cause engine damage or a vehicle fire.
• To avoid the danger of being scalded, never remove the radiator cap while the engine is still hot. When the radiator cap is removed, pressurized hot water will spurt out, possibly causing serious injury.
• Do not open the hood if steam is coming out.

If your vehicle is overheating (indicated by an extremely high temperature gauge reading), or if you feel a lack of engine power, detect abnormal noise, etc., take the following steps:

1. Move the vehicle safely off the road, apply the parking brake and move the selector lever to the P (Park) position (Automatic transmission models). Move the shift lever to the N (Neutral) position (Manual transmission models).

   Do not stop the engine.

2. Turn off the air conditioner. Open all the windows, move the heater or air conditioner temperature control to maximum hot and fan control to high speed.

3. If engine overheating is caused by climbing a long hill on a hot day, run the engine at a fast idle (approximately 1,500 rpm) until the temperature gauge indication returns to normal.

4. Get out of the vehicle. Look and listen for steam or coolant escaping from the radiator before opening the hood. (If steam or coolant is escaping, turn off the engine.) Do not open the hood further until no steam or coolant can be seen.

5. Open the engine hood.

WARNING

If steam or water is coming from the engine, stand clear to prevent getting burned.

6. Visually check if the cooling fan is running. The radiator hoses and radiator should not leak water. If coolant is leaking or the cooling fan does not run, stop the engine.

WARNING

Be careful not to allow your hands, hair, jewelry or clothing to come into contact with, or get caught in, engine belts or the engine cooling fan. The engine cooling fan can start at any time.

7. After the engine cools down, check the coolant level in the reservoir with the engine running. Add coolant to the reservoir if necessary. Have your vehicle repaired at the nearest NISSAN dealer.

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TOWING YOUR VEHICLE

When towing your vehicle, all State (Provincial in Canada) and local regulations for towing must be followed. Incorrect towing equipment could damage your vehicle. Towing instructions are available from a NISSAN dealer. Local service operators are familiar with the applicable laws and procedures for towing. To assure proper towing and to prevent accidental damage to your vehicle, NISSAN recommends that you have a service operator tow your vehicle. It is advisable to have the service operator carefully read the following precautions.

For information about towing your vehicle behind a recreational vehicle (RV), see "FLAT TOW- ING" in the "9. Technical and consumer information" section of this manual.

WARNING

• Never ride in a vehicle that is being towed.
• Never get under your vehicle after it has been lifted by a tow truck.

CAUTION

• When towing, make sure that the transmission, axles, steering system and drivetrain are in working condi- tion. If any unit is damaged, dollies must be used.
• Always attach safety chains before towing.

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TOWING RECOMMENDED BY NISSAN (except for NISMO models)

NISSAN recommends that your vehicle be towed with the driving (rear) wheels off the ground or place the vehicle on a flat bed truck as illustrated.

CAUTION

• Never tow automatic transmission models with the rear wheels on the ground or four wheels on the ground (forward or backward), as this may cause serious and expensive damage to the drivetrain. If it is necessary to tow the vehicle with the front wheels raised, always use towing dollies under the rear wheels.

• When towing rear wheel drive models with the front wheels on the ground or on towing dollies: Push the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position, and secure the steering wheel in a straight-ahead position with a rope or similar device. Never secure the steering wheel by selecting the LOCK position. This may damage the steering lock mechanism.

• If you have to tow manual transmission models with the rear wheels on the ground (if you do not use towing dollies) or four wheels on the ground:

  • Push the ignition switch to the ON position and turn off all accessories.
  • Always release the parking brake.
  • Move the transmission shift lever to the N (Neutral) position.
  • Observe the following restricted towing speeds and distances for manual transmission models only:
    • Rear wheels on the ground: Speed: Below 50 MPH (80 km/h) Distance: Less than 50 miles (80 km)
    • Four wheels on the ground: Speed: Below 70 MPH (112 km/h) Distance: Less than 500 miles (800 km)
  • If the speed or distance must necessarily be greater, remove

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the propeller shaft before tow- ing to prevent damage to the drivetrain.

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TOWING RECOMMENDED BY NISSAN (NISMO models)

CAUTION

Do not tow NISMO models with any wheel on the ground, or with the front or rear wheels raised, because this may cause damage to the front bumper with an aerodynamic splitter, rear bumper with an aerodynamic diffuser or exhaust pipes.

NISSAN recommends that you place the vehicle on a flatbed truck as illustrated.

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VEHICLE RECOVERY (freeing a stuck vehicle)

WARNING

• Stand clear of a stuck vehicle.
• Do not spin your tires at high speed. This could cause them to explode and result in serious injury. Parts of your vehicle could also overheat and be damaged.

Pulling a stuck vehicle If your vehicle is stuck in sand, snow, mud, etc., use a tow strap or other device designed specifically for vehicle recovery. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions for the recovery device.

1. Access the mounting hole for the recovery hook.

   Except for NISMO models: To remove the cover Ⓐ , first unhook the claws ① using a suitable tool wrapped in a cloth, and then pull the lower side of the cover ② .

For NISMO models: When the front license plate and bracket are installed, temporarily remove them. (See "INSTALLING FRONT LICENSE PLATE" in the "9. Technical and consumer information" section for the installation procedures.) A screwdriver is supplied with the jacking tools for removal.

2. Securely install the vehicle recovery hook ③ (stored with jacking tools) as illustrated. Attach the tow strap to the recovery hook.

Do not use the tie down hooks ④ for towing or vehicle recovery.

Make sure that the hook is properly secured in the original place after use.

Replace the recovery hook cover (except for NISMO models) or the front license plate (for NISMO models).

CAUTION

• Tow chains or cables must be attached only to the vehicle recovery hooks or 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.

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• Never tow a vehicle using the vehicle tie downs or recovery hooks.
• Always pull the cable straight out from the front of the vehicle. Never pull on the vehicle at an angle.
• Pulling devices should be routed so they do not touch any part of the suspension, steering, brake or cooling systems.
• Pulling devices such as ropes or canvas straps are not recommended for use in vehicle towing or recovery.

Rocking a stuck vehicle

If your vehicle is stuck in sand, snow, mud, etc., use the following procedure:

1. Turn off the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system.
2. Make sure the area in front and behind the vehicle is clear of obstructions.
3. Turn the steering wheel right and left to clear an area around the front tires.
4. Slowly rock the vehicle forward and backward.
   • Shift back and forth between R (Reverse) and D (Drive) (automatic transmission models) or 1st and R (Reverse) (manual transmission models).
   • Apply the accelerator as little as possible to maintain the rocking motion.
   • Release the accelerator pedal before shifting between R (Reverse) and D (Drive) (automatic transmission models) or 1st and R (Reverse) (manual transmission models).
   • Do not spin the tires above 35 MPH (55 km/h).
5. If the vehicle cannot be freed after a few tries, contact a professional towing service to remove the vehicle.

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