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PRECAUTIONS

PRECAUTION

PRECAUTIONS

Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT 
PRE-TENSIONER"

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The Supplemental Restraint System such as “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along

with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain

types of collision. This system includes seat belt switch inputs and dual stage front air bag modules. The SRS

system uses the seat belt switches to determine the front air bag deployment, and may only deploy one front

air bag, depending on the severity of a collision and whether the front occupants are belted or unbelted.

Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SR and SB section of this Service Man-

ual.

WARNING:

• To avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death in

the event of a collision which would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance must be performed by

an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.

• Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to personal

injury caused by unintentional activation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air Bag

Module, see the SR section.

• Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this

Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or har-

ness connectors.

PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING POWER TOOLS (AIR OR ELECTRIC) AND HAMMERS

WARNING:

• When working near the Airbag Diagnosis Sensor Unit or other Airbag System sensors with the Igni-

tion ON or engine running, DO NOT use air or electric power tools or strike near the sensor(s) with a

hammer. Heavy vibration could activate the sensor(s) and deploy the air bag(s), possibly causing

serious injury.

• When using air or electric power tools or hammers, always switch the Ignition OFF, disconnect the

battery, and wait at least 3 minutes before performing any service.

Precaution Necessary for Steering Wheel Rotation After Battery Disconnect

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NOTE:

• This Procedure is applied only to models with Intelligent Key system and NATS (NISSAN ANTI-THEFT SYS-

TEM).

• Remove and install all control units after disconnecting both battery cables with the ignition knob in the

LOCK

 position.

• Always use CONSULT to perform self-diagnosis as a part of each function inspection after finishing work. If

DTC is detected, perform trouble diagnosis according to self-diagnostic results.

For models equipped with the Intelligent Key system and NATS, an electrically controlled steering lock mech-

anism is adopted on the key cylinder.

For this reason, if the battery is disconnected or if the battery is discharged, the steering wheel will lock and

steering wheel rotation will become impossible.

If steering wheel rotation is required when battery power is interrupted, follow the procedure below before

starting the repair operation.

OPERATION PROCEDURE

1. Connect both battery cables.

NOTE:

Supply power using jumper cables if battery is discharged.

2. Use the Intelligent Key or mechanical key to turn the ignition switch to the 

ACC

 position. At this time, the

steering lock will be released.

3. Disconnect both battery cables. The steering lock will remain released and the steering wheel can be

rotated.

4. Perform the necessary repair operation.

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5. When the repair work is completed, return the ignition switch to the 

LOCK

 position before connecting

the battery cables. (At this time, the steering lock mechanism will engage.)

6. Perform a self-diagnosis check of all control units using CONSULT. 

Precaution for Work

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• When removing or disassembling each component, be careful not to damage or deform it. If a component

may be subject to interference, be sure to protect it with a shop cloth.

• When removing (disengaging) components with a screwdriver or similar tool, be sure to wrap the component

with a shop cloth or vinyl tape to protect it.

• Protect the removed parts with a shop cloth and prevent them from being dropped.

• Replace a deformed or damaged clip.

• If a part is specified as a non-reusable part, always replace it with new one.

• Be sure to tighten bolts and nuts securely to the specified torque.

• After installation is complete, be sure to check that each part works properly.

• Follow the steps below to clean components.

- Water soluble dirt: Dip a soft cloth into lukewarm water, and wring the water out of the cloth to wipe the dirty

area.

Then rub with a soft and dry cloth.

- Oily dirt: Dip a soft cloth into lukewarm water with mild detergent (concentration: within 2 to 3%), and wipe

the dirty area.

Then dip a cloth into fresh water, and wring the water out of the cloth to wipe the detergent off. Then rub with

a soft and dry cloth.

• Do not use organic solvent such as thinner, benzene, alcohol, or gasoline.

• For genuine leather seats, use a genuine leather seat cleaner.

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ADJUSTMENT AND INSPECTION

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE

ADJUSTMENT AND INSPECTION

HEADLAMP
HEADLAMP : Aiming Adjustment

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NOTE:

• For headlamp aiming details, refer to the regulations in your area.

• If vehicle front body has been repaired and /or the front combination lamp assembly has been removed or

replaced, check headlamp aiming.

• Before performing aiming adjustment, check the following:

- Confirm headlamp aiming switch is set to "0" (zero) position.

- Ensure all tires are inflated to correct pressure.

- Place vehicle and screen on level surface.

- Ensure there is no load in vehicle other than the driver (or equivalent weight placed in driver's position).

Coolant and engine oil filled to correct level, and fuel tank full.

- Confirm spare tire, jack and tools are properly stowed.

- Aim each headlamp individually and ensure other headlamp beam pattern is blocked from screen.

- Use adjusting screw to perform aiming adjustment

LOW BEAM AND HIGH BEAM

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Aiming Chart

NOTE:

• By regulation, no means for horizontal aim adjustment is provided from the factory; only vertical aim is

adjustable.

• Basic illuminating area for evaluation and/or adjustment should be within range shown on aiming chart. 
1. Use adjustment screw to perform aiming adjustment.

Cover the opposite lamp and ensure fog lamps (if equipped) are turned off.

CAUTION:

Do not tighten adjustment screw beyond specified torque or damage may occur.

2. Adjust beam pattern until cut-off line (top edge of illumination area) is positioned at the specified height off

ground. Measure cut-off line within distance J on H-line. See aiming chart.

FRONT FOG LAMP
FRONT FOG LAMP : Aiming Adjustment

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The fog lamp is a semi-sealed beam type which uses a replaceable halogen bulb. Before performing aiming

adjustment, make sure of the following.

• Keep all tires inflated to correct pressure.

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Adjustment screen

2

Headlamp bulb center (HV point)

A

Minimum acceptable vertical aim di-
mension (see aiming chart)

B

Maximum acceptable vertical aim 
dimension (see aiming chart)

C

H-V point

D

Distance of headlamp aiming screen 
from vehicle 7.62 m (25 ft.)

E

Maximum aim evaluation distance 
from vertical center on aiming 
screen 399mm (3

°

 R).

F

Minimum aim evaluation distance 
from vertical center on aiming 
screen 133 mm (1

°

R)

G

Aim evaluation area

H

Horizontal aiming evaluation line. 

Right

A (Minimum acceptable vertical aim dimension)

-3.3 mm (0.13 in)

0.025

°

 up 

B (Maximum acceptable vertical aim dimension)  36.6 mm (1.44 in)

0.275

°

 down

Adjustment torque

1.67 N.m (17 kg-cm, 14.8 in-lb)

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• Place vehicle on level ground.

• See that vehicle is unloaded (except for full levels of coolant, engine oil and fuel, and spare tire, jack, and

tools). Have the driver or equivalent weight placed in driver seat.

Adjust aiming in the vertical direction by turning the adjustment

screw.

NOTE:

Use a Phillips screwdriver to adjust. Turn screw clockwise to raise

pattern and counterclockwise to lower pattern.

1. Set the distance between the screen and the center of the fog

lamp lens as shown.

2. Turn front fog lamps ON.
3. Remove front portion of fender protector(s) for adjustment screw access. Refer to 

EXT-25, "Removal and

Installation of Front Fender Protector"

4. Adjust front fog lamps using adjustment screw so that the top

edge of the high intensity zone is 100 mm (4 in) below the height

of the fog lamp centers as shown.

• When performing adjustment, if necessary, cover the headlamps

and opposite fog lamp.

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UNIT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

HEADLAMP

Bulb Replacement

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CAUTION:

Leaving bulbs removed from the headlamp housing for a long period of time can deteriorate the per-

formance of the lens and reflector (dirt, clouding). Always prepare a new bulb and have it on hand

when replacing a bulb.

HEADLAMP

Removal

NOTE:

Reach through engine room for bulb replacement access. 
1. Turn front headlamp switch OFF.
2. Disconnect the electrical connector.
3. Rotate the headlamp bulb retaining ring counterclockwise and remove.
4. Pull the headlamp bulb straight out from the headlamp assembly.

CAUTION:

Grasp only the plastic base when handling the bulb. Never touch the glass envelope.

Installation

Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

CAUTION:

After installing bulb, be sure to install the bulb socket and plastic cap securely to ensure watertight-

ness.

FRONT TURN SIGNAL/PARKING LAMP

Removal

NOTE:

Reach through engine room for bulb replacement access.
1. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to unlock it.
2. Pull the bulb to remove it from the socket.

Installation

Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

CAUTION:

After installing the bulb, be sure to install the bulb socket securely for watertightness.

FRONT SIDE MARKER LAMP

Removal

NOTE:

Reach through engine room for bulb replacement access.
1. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to unlock it.
2. Pull the bulb to remove it from the socket.

Installation

Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

CAUTION:

After installing the bulb, be sure to install the bulb socket securely for watertightness.

Removal and Installation

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FRONT COMBINATION LAMP

Removal

1. Partially remove front portion of front fender protector. Refer to 

EXT-25, "Removal and Installation of Front

Fender Protector"

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HEADLAMP

2. Remove the front bumper. Refer to 

EXT-15, "Removal and Installation"

.

3. Remove the front combination lamp bolts.
4. Disconnect the front combination lamp connector and remove front combination lamp.

Installation

Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

Disassembly and Assembly

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FRONT COMBINATION LAMP

DISASSEMBLY

CAUTION:

Leaving bulb removed from the headlamp housing for a long period of time can deteriorate the perfor-

mance of the lens and reflector (dirt, clouding). Always prepare a new bulb and have it on hand when

replacing a bulb.

1. Rotate headlamp bulb retaining ring counterclockwise and remove.

CAUTION:

Grasp only the plastic base when handling headlamp bulb. Never touch the glass envelope.

2. Turn front turn signal/parking lamp bulb socket counterclockwise to unlock and remove socket.
3. Turn front side marker lamp bulb socket counterclockwise to unlock and remove socket.

ASSEMBLY

Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

CAUTION:

After installing bulb, be sure to install the bulb socket and plastic cap securely to ensure watertight-

ness.

Front combination lamp bolts ·: 6.0 Nm (0.61 kg-m, 53 in-lb)

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1. Headlamp assembly

2. Headlamp bulb

3. Headlamp bulb retaining ring

4. Wiring harness assembly

5. Front side marker lamp bulb

6. Front turn signal/parking lamp bulb

7.

Headlamp bulb sealing ring

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OPTICAL SENSOR

Removal and Installation

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REMOVAL

1. Remove the optical sensor and bezel from the center of the instrument panel.
2. Disconnect the optical sensor connector. 
3. Remove the optical sensor from the bezel.

INSTALLATION

Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

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