Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should determine the prop- er tire inflation pressure for those tires.) As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under-in- flated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect
the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approxi- mately one minute and then remain continu- ously illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists. When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function prop- erly.
Additional information
GUID-81E20A15-916B-4CAE-80D6-7194C9EDAEF7. Since the spare tire is not equipped with the TPMS, the TPMS does not monitor the tire pressure of the spare tire.
. The TPMS will activate only when the vehicle is driven at speeds above 25 km/h (16 MPH). 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 may not automatically turn off when the tire pres- sure is adjusted. After the tire is inflated to the recommended pressure, reset the tire pressures registered in your vehicle and then drive the vehicle at speeds above 25 km/h (16 MPH) to activate the TPMS and turn off the low tire pressure warning light.
. Tire pressure rises and falls depending on the heat caused by the vehicle’s operation and the outside temperature. Do not re- duce the tire pressure after driving because the tire pressure rises after driving. Low outside temperature can lower the tem- perature of the air inside the tire which can cause a lower tire inflation pressure. This may cause the low tire pressure warning light to illuminate. If the warning light illuminates in low ambient temperature, check the tire pressure for all four tires.
. Depending on a change in the outside temperature, the low tire pressure warning light may illuminate even if the tire pressure has been adjusted properly. Adjust the tire pressure to the recommended COLD tire pressure again when the tires are cold, and reset the TPMS.
. You can check the pressure of all tires in the vehicle information display. (See “Trip computer” (P.2-28).)
For additional information, see “Low tire pres- sure warning light” (P.2-14).
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 recom- mended COLD tire pressure shown on the tire placard to turn the low tire pressure warning light off. If the light still illumi- nates while driving after adjusting the tire pressure, a tire may be flat or the TPMS may be malfunctioning. If you have a flat tire, replace it with a spare tire as soon as possible. If no tire is flat and all tires are properly inflated, have the ve- hicle checked by a NISSAN dealer. (See
“Flat tire” (P.6-2) for changing a flat tire.) . After adjusting the tire pressure, be sure to reset the TPMS. Otherwise, the TPMS will not warn of low tire pressure.
. Since the spare tire is not equipped with the TPMS, when a spare tire is mounted or a wheel is replaced, the TPMS will not function and the low tire pressure warn- ing light will flash for approximately 1 minute. The light will remain on after the 1 minute. Contact a 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.
CAUTION:
. The TPMS may not function properly when the wheels are equipped with tire chains or the wheels are buried in snow.
. Do not place metalized film or any metal parts (antenna, etc.) on the windows. This may cause poor reception of the signals from the tire pressure sensors, and the TPMS will not function properly.
Some devices and transmitters may tempora- rily interfere with the operation of the TPMS and cause the low tire pressure warning light to illuminate. 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.
Low tire pressure warning light may illuminate in the following cases.
. If the vehicle is equipped with a wheel and tire without TPMS.
. If the TPMS has been replaced and the ID has not been registered.
. If the wheel is not originally specified by NISSAN.
TPMS resetting
GUID-7FC10F50-72D8-4131-B1D4-C27E849D5EA3To keep the TPMS functioning properly, the reset operation must be performed in the following cases.
. when the tire pressure is adjusted . when a tire or a wheel is replaced
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Starting and driving . when the tires are rotatedPerform the following procedures to reset the TPMS.
1. Park the vehicle in a safe and level place.
2. Apply the parking brake and place the shift lever in the “P” (Park) position.
3. Adjust the tire pressure on all four tires to the recommended COLD tire pressure shown on the tire placard. Use a tire pressure gauge to check the tire pressure.
4. Place the ignition switch in the “ON” posi- tion.
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5. Push the switch until “Settings”
appears in the vehicle information display.
6. Use the switch until “Tire Pressures”
is selected, and push ENTER .
7. Use the switch until “TPMS Reset” is selected, and push ENTER .
8. Use the switch until “Start” is selected, and push ENTER to reset the TPMS. When the TPMS resetting starts, the message “TPMS resetting” will be displayed.
9. After resetting the TPMS, drive the vehicle for several minutes at speeds above 25 km/h (16 MPH).
If the low tire pressure warning light illuminates after the resetting operation, it may indicate that the TPMS is not functioning properly. Have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer.
For information regarding the low tire pressure warning light, see “Low tire pressure warning light” (P.2-14).
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The turbocharger system uses engine oil for lubrication and cooling of its rotating compo- nents. The turbocharger turbine turns at ex- tremely high speeds and it can reach an extremely high temperature. It is essential to maintain a flow of clean oil through the turbocharger system. A sudden interruption to the oil supply may cause a malfunction in the turbocharger.
To ensure prolonged life and performance of the turbocharger, it is essential to comply with the following maintenance procedure:
CAUTION:
. Change the engine oil of the turbo- charged diesel engine as prescribed. See the separately provided maintenance booklet for additional information.
. Use only the recommended engine oil.
For details, see “Recommended fluids/
lubricants and capacities” (P.9-2).
. If the engine has been operating at high rpm for an extended period of time, let it idle for a few minutes prior to shutdown.
. Do not accelerate the engine to high rpm immediately after starting it.
. When starting the engine at ambient temperatures below −5°C (23°F), an en- gine protection mode may be activated.
During this time, the engine output is reduced. The engine protection mode is switched off automatically after a max- imum of 3 minutes (provided the accel- erator pedal is released completely).
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Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles.
They have higher ground clearance than pas- senger cars to make them capable of perform- ing in a wide variety of on-pavement and off- road applications. This gives them a higher center of gravity than ordinary cars. An advan- tage of higher ground clearance is a better view of the road, allowing you to anticipate problems. However, they are not designed for cornering at the same speeds as conventional passenger cars any more than low-slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfac- torily under off-road conditions. If at all possi- ble, avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers, particularly at high speeds. As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or vehicle rollover.
For information about driving using Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) (if equipped), see “Four-Wheel Drive (4WD)” (P.5-18).
DRIVING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
PD23A1-E071D5BB-5068-4A96-9FB2-01698070A082Please observe the following precautions:
WARNING:
. Drive carefully when off the road and avoid dangerous areas. Every person who drives or rides in this vehicle should be seated with their seat belt fastened. This will keep you and your passengers in position when driving over rough terrain.
. Do not drive across steep slopes. Instead drive either straight up or straight down the slopes. Off-road vehicles can tip over sideways much more easily than they can forward or backward.
. Many hills are too steep for any vehicle. If you drive up them, you may stall. If you drive down them, you may not be able to control your speed. If you drive across them, you may roll over.
. Do not shift ranges while driving on downhill grades as this could cause loss of control of the vehicle.
. Stay alert when driving to the top of a hill.
At the top there could be a drop-off or other hazard that could cause an acci- dent.
. If your engine stalls or you cannot make it to the top of a steep hill, never attempt to turn around. Your vehicle could tip or roll over. Always back straight down in R (Reverse) range. Never back down in N (Neutral) or with the clutch pedal de- pressed (MT model) using only the brake, as this could cause loss of control.
. Heavy braking going down a hill could cause your brakes to overheat and fade, resulting in loss of control and an acci- dent. Apply brakes lightly and use a low range to control your speed.
. Unsecured cargo can be thrown around when driving over rough terrain. Properly secure all cargo so it will not be thrown forward and cause injury to you or your passengers.
. To avoid raising the center of gravity excessively, do not exceed the rated capacity of the roof rack and evenly distribute the load. Secure heavy loads in the cargo area as far forward and as low as possible. Do not equip the vehicle with tires larger than specified in this manual. This could cause your vehicle to roll over.
. Do not grip the inside or spokes of the steering wheel when driving off-road.
The steering wheel could move suddenly and injure your hands. Instead drive with your fingers and thumbs on the outside of the rim.
. Before operating the vehicle, ensure that the driver and all passengers have their seat belts fastened.
. Always drive with the floor mats in place as the floor may became hot.
. Lower your speed when encountering strong crosswinds. With a higher center of gravity, your NISSAN is more affected by strong side winds. Slower speeds ensure better vehicle control.
. Do not drive beyond the performance capability of the tires, even with 4WD engaged. (4WD models)
. Do not attempt to raise two wheels off the ground and shift the transmission to any drive or reverse position with the engine running. Doing so may result in drivetrain damage or unexpected vehicle movement which could result in serious vehicle damage or personal injury. (4WD models)
. Do not attempt to test a 4WD equipped vehicle on a 2-wheel dynamometer or similar equipment even if the other two wheels are raised off the ground. Make sure you inform test facility personnel that your vehicle is equipped with 4WD before it is placed on a dynamometer.
Using the wrong test equipment may result in drivetrain damage or unex- pected vehicle movement which could result in serious vehicle damage or per- sonal injury. (4WD models)
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