Nissan Xterra (2015 year). Instruction

Door open warning light

This light comes on when any of the doors are not
closed securely while the ignition switch is in the
ON position.

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.

The engine oil pressure warning light is not
designed to indicate a low oil level. Use the
dipstick to check the oil level. For additional in-
formation, refer to “Engine oil” in the “Mainte-
nance and do-it-yourself” section of this manual.

CAUTION

Running the engine with the engine oil
pressure warning light on could cause se-
rious damage to the engine almost imme-
diately. Such damage is not covered by
warranty. Turn off the engine as soon as it
is safe to do so.

4WD warning light (

model)

The 4WD warning light comes on when the igni-
tion switch is turned to ON. It turns off soon after
the engine is started.

If the engine or vehicle is not functioning properly,
the warning light will either remain illuminated or
blink. For additional information, refer to “4WD
warning light” in the “Starting and driving” section
of this manual.

CAUTION

● If the warning light comes on or blinks

during operation, have your vehicle
checked by a NISSAN dealer as soon as
possible.

● Do not drive on dry hard surface roads

in the 4H or 4LO position. If the 4WD
warning light turns on when you are
driving on dry hard surface roads:

– in the 4H position, shift the 4WD shift

switch to 2WD.

– in the 4LO position for automatic

transmission models, stop the ve-
hicle and shift the shift lever to the N
(Neutral) position with the brake
pedal depressed and shift the 4WD
shift switch to 2WD.

– in the 4LO position for manual trans-

mission models, stop the vehicle and
shift the shift lever to the N (Neutral)
position with the clutch pedal de-
pressed and shift the 4WD shift
switch to 2WD,

● If the warning light is still on after the

above operation, have your vehicle
checked by a NISSAN dealer as soon as
possible.

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 conve-
nient, preferably before the fuel gauge reaches E
(Empty). There will be a small reserve of fuel
in the tank when the fuel gauge needle
reaches E (Empty).

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Low tire pressure warning light

Your vehicle is equipped with a TPMS that moni-
tors the tire pressure of all tires except the spare.

The low tire pressure warning light warns of low
tire pressure or indicates that the TPMS is not
functioning properly.

After the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, this light illuminates for about 1 second
and turns off.

Low tire pressure warning:

If the vehicle is being driven with low tire
pressure, the warning light will illuminate.
A CHECK TIRE PRES (pressure) warning
message is also displayed in the odometer.

When the low tire pressure warning light
illuminates, you should stop and adjust the
tire pressure of all 4 tires to the recom-
mended COLD tire pressure shown on the
Tire and Loading Information label located
in the driver’s door opening. The low tire
pressure warning light does not automati-
cally turn off when the tire pressure is ad-
justed. After the tire is inflated to the rec-
ommended pressure, the vehicle must be
driven at speeds above 16 MPH (25 km/h)
to activate the TPMS and turn off the low

tire pressure warning light. Use a tire pres-
sure gauge to check the tire pressure.

The low tire pressure warning light remains illu-
minated until the tires are inflated to the recom-
mended cold tire pressure. The CHECK TIRE
PRES warning message is displayed each time
the ignition switch is placed in the ON position as
long as the low tire pressure warning light re-
mains illuminated.

For additional information, refer to “Check tire
pressure warning message” in the “Instruments
and controls” section and “Tire Pressure Monitor-
ing System (TPMS)” in the “Starting and driving”
section and in the “In case of emergency” section
of this manual.

TPMS malfunction:

If the TPMS is not functioning properly, the low tire
pressure warning light will flash for approximately
1 minute when the ignition switch is placed in the
ON position. The light will remain on after the
1 minute. Have the system checked by a NISSAN
dealer. The CHECK TIRE PRES warning message
is not displayed if the low tire pressure warning
light illuminates to indicate a TPMS malfunction.

For additional information, refer to “Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS)” in the “Starting and
driving” section and “Tire pressure” in the “Mainte-
nance and do-it-yourself” section of this manual.

WARNING

● If the light does not illuminate with the

ignition switch placed in the ON posi-
tion, have the vehicle checked by a
NISSAN dealer as soon as possible.

● If the 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 in-
crease the likelihood of tire failure. Se-
rious vehicle damage could occur and
may lead to an accident and could result
in serious personal injury. Check the
tire pressure for all 4 tires. Adjust the
tire

pressure

the

recommended

COLD tire pressure shown on the Tire
and Loading Information label located
in the driver’s door opening to turn the
low tire pressure warning light OFF. If
the light still comes on while driving
after adjusting the tire pressure, a tire
may be flat. If you have a flat tire, re-
place it with a spare tire as soon as
possible.

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● 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.
The CHECK TIRE PRES warning mes-
sage is not displayed if the low tire
pressure warning light illuminates to
indicate a TPMS malfunction. Contact
your NISSAN dealer as soon as pos-
sible for tire replacement and/or sys-
tem resetting.

● Replacing tires with those not originally

specified by NISSAN could affect the
proper operation of the TPMS.

CAUTION

● The TPMS is not a substitute for the

regular tire pressure check. Be sure to
check the tire pressure regularly.

● If the vehicle is being driven at speeds

of less than 16 MPH (25 km/h), the
TPMS may not operate correctly.

● Be sure to install the specified size of

tires to the 4 wheels correctly.

Low windshield-washer fluid
warning light (if so equipped)

This light comes on when the windshield-washer
fluid is at a low level. Add windshield-washer fluid
as necessary. For additional information, refer to
“Windshield-washer fluid” in the “Maintenance
and do-it-yourself” section of this manual.

Seat belt warning light and
chime

The light and chime remind you to fasten your
seat belts. The light illuminates whenever the
ignition switch is placed in the ON or START
position and remains illuminated until the driver’s
seat belt is fastened. At the same time, the chime
sounds for about 6 seconds unless the driver’s
seat belt is securely fastened.

The seat belt warning light may also illuminate if
the front passenger’s seat belt is not fastened
when the front passenger’s seat is occupied . For
7 seconds after the ignition switch is placed in
the ON position, the system does not activate the
warning light for the front passenger.

For additional information, refer to “Seat belts” in
the “Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental
restraint system” section of this manual for pre-
cautions on seat belt usage.

Supplemental air bag warning
light

When the ignition switch is placed in the ON or
START position, the supplemental air bag warn-
ing light illuminates for about 7 seconds and then
turns off. This means the system is operational.

If any of the following conditions occur, the front
air bag, side air bag, curtain air bag and preten-
sioners need servicing and your vehicle must be
taken to a NISSAN dealer:

● The supplemental air bag warning light re-

mains on after approximately 7 seconds.

● The supplemental air bag warning light

flashes intermittently.

● The supplemental air bag warning light does

not come on at all.

Unless checked and repaired, the supplemental
restraint systems (air bag system) and/or the
pretensioners may not function properly. For ad-
ditional details refer to “Supplemental restraint
system” in the “Safety—Seats, seat belts and
supplemental restraint system” section of this
manual.

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WARNING

If the supplemental air bag warning light
is on, it could mean that the front air bag,
side air bags, curtain air bags and/or pre-
tensioners will not operate in an accident.
To help avoid injury to yourself or others,
have your vehicle checked by a NISSAN
dealer as soon as possible.

INDICATOR LIGHTS

Automatic transmission
position indicator light (A/T
models only)

When the ignition switch is in the ON position,
this indicator light shows the shift lever position.
For additional information, refer to “Driving the
vehicle” in the “Starting and driving” section of
this manual.

Cruise main switch indicator
light

The light comes on when the cruise control main
switch is pushed. The light goes out when the
main switch is pushed again. When the cruise
main switch indicator light comes on, the cruise
control system is operational. For additional infor-
mation, refer to “Cruise control” in the “Starting
and driving” section of this manual.

Cruise set switch indicator
light

The light comes on while the vehicle speed is
controlled by the cruise control system. If the light
blinks while the engine is running, it may indicate
the cruise control system is not functioning prop-
erly. Have the system checked by a NISSAN
dealer.

Electronic locking rear
differential (E-Lock) system on
indicator light (if so equipped)

This light comes on when the electronic locking
rear differential (E-Lock) system clutch is fully
engaged.

The indicator light flashes when the system is first
turned on. When the system fully engages, the
light remains on. If the switch is on and the
indicator light continues to flash, the system is
not engaged.

For additional information, refer to “Electronic
locking rear differential (E-Lock) system switch”
in this section and “Electronic locking rear differ-
ential (E-Lock) system” in the “Starting and driv-
ing” section of this manual.

4WD shift indicator light
(

model)

The light should turn off within 1 second after
placing the ignition switch in the ON position.

While the engine is running, the 4WD shift indi-
cator light will illuminate the position selected by
the 4WD shift switch.

The 4WD shift indicator light may blink
while shifting from one drive mode to the
other.

Front passenger air bag status
light

The front passenger air bag status light (

)

will be lit and the passenger front air bag will be
OFF depending on how the front passenger seat
is being used.

For front passenger air bag status light operation,
refer to “Front passenger air bag and status light”
in the “Safety — Seats, seat belts and supple-
mental restraint system” section of this manual.

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High beam indicator light
(blue)

This blue light comes on when the headlight high
beams are on and goes out when the low beams
are selected.

The high beam indicator light also comes on
when the passing signal is activated.

Hill descent control system on
indicator light (if so equipped)

When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, this light comes on briefly and then turns
off.

The light comes on when the hill descent control
system is activated.

If the hill descent control switch is on and the
indicator light blinks, the system is not engaged.

If the indicator light does not come on when the
hill descent switch is on, the system may not be
functioning properly. Have the system checked
by a NISSAN dealer.

For additional information, refer to “Hill descent
control system on indicator light” in this section
and “Hill descent control system” in the “Starting
and driving” section of this manual.

Malfunction Indicator Light
(MIL)

If this indicator light comes on steady or blinks
while the engine is running, it may indicate a
potential emission control malfunction.

The MIL may also come on steady if the fuel-filler
cap is loose or missing, or if the vehicle runs out
of fuel. Check to make sure the fuel-filler cap is
installed and closed tightly, and that the vehicle
has at least 3 gal (11.4 L) of fuel in the fuel tank.

After a few driving trips, the

light should

turn off if no other potential emission control
system malfunction exists.

If this indicator light comes on steady for 20 sec-
onds and then blinks for 10 seconds when the
engine is not running, it indicates that the vehicle
is not ready for an emission control system
inspection/maintenance test. For additional infor-
mation,

refer

“Readiness

for

inspection/maintenance (I/M) test” in the “Tech-
nical and consumer information” section of this
manual.

Operation

The MIL will come on in one of 2 ways:

● MIL on steady — An emission control system

malfunction has been detected. Check the
fuel-filler cap if the LOOSE FUEL CAP
warning message is displayed in the odom-
eter. If the fuel-filler cap is loose or missing,
tighten or install the cap and continue to
drive the vehicle. The

light should turn

off after a few driving trips. If the

light

does not turn off after a few driving trips,
have the vehicle inspected by a NISSAN
dealer. You do not need to have your vehicle
towed to the dealer.

● MIL blinking — An engine misfire has been

detected which may damage the emission
control system. To reduce or avoid emission
control system damage:

– do not drive at speeds above 45 MPH

(72 km/h).

– avoid hard acceleration or deceleration.

– avoid steep uphill grades.

– if possible, reduce the amount of cargo

being hauled or towed.

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The MIL may stop blinking and come on steady.
Have the vehicle inspected by a NISSAN dealer.
You do not need to have your vehicle towed to the
dealer.

CAUTION

Continued vehicle operation without hav-
ing the emission control system checked
and repaired as necessary could lead to
poor driveability, reduced fuel economy,
and possible damage to the emission con-
trol system.

Overdrive OFF indicator light
(A/T models only)

This light comes on when the overdrive function
is OFF.

The automatic transmission overdrive function is
controlled by the overdrive switch.

For additional information, refer to “Driving the
vehicle” in the “Starting and driving” section of
this manual.

Security indicator light

This light blinks whenever the ignition switch is in
the LOCK, OFF or ACC position. This function
indicates the security system equipped on the
vehicle is operational.

For additional information, refer to “Security sys-
tems” in this section.

Slip indicator light

This indicator will blink when the Vehicle Dynamic
Control (VDC) system or the traction control
system is operating, thus alerting that the vehicle
is nearing its traction limits. The road surface may
be slippery.

Transfer 4LO position indicator
light (

model)

This light comes on when the 4WD shift switch is
set in the 4LO position with the ignition switch in
the ON position.

The transfer case may be damaged if you shift the
switch while driving.

Make sure the transfer 4LO position indicator
light turns on when you shift the 4WD shift switch
to 4LO.

The indicator light may blink while shifting
from one drive mode to the other.

The 4LO indicator light must stop blinking and
remain illuminated or turn off before shifting the
transmission into gear. If the shift lever is shifted
from the N (Neutral) position to any other gear
when the 4LO indicator light is blinking, the ve-
hicle may move unexpectedly.

When you shift between 4H and 4LO, follow the
instructions below:

● For automatic transmission models, stop the

vehicle and shift the shift lever to the N
(Neutral) position with the brake pedal de-
pressed, then depress and turn the 4WD
shift switch to 4LO or 4H.

● For manual transmission models, stop the

vehicle and shift the shift lever to the N
(Neutral) position with the clutch pedal de-
pressed, then depress and turn the 4WD
shift switch to 4LO or 4H.

You cannot move the transfer 4WD shift switch
between 4H and 4LO unless you stop the vehicle
and shift the shift lever to the N position with the
brake pedal (A/T models) or clutch pedal (M/T
models) depressed.

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Turn signal/hazard indicator
lights

The appropriate light flashes when the turn signal
switch is activated.

Both lights flash when the hazard switch is turned
on.

Vehicle Dynamic Control
(VDC) OFF indicator light

This indicator light comes on when the VDC off
switch is pushed to OFF, the transfer case is in
the 4LO position (

model), or when the

VDC system is not functioning properly. This
indicates the Vehicle Dynamic Control system is
not operating.

Push the VDC off switch again or restart the
engine and the system will operate normally. For
additional information, refer to “Vehicle Dynamic
Control (VDC) system” in the “Starting and driv-
ing” section of this manual.

The VDC light also comes on when you turn the
ignition key to the ON position. The light will turn
off after about 2 seconds if the system is opera-
tional. If the light stays on or comes on along with
the

indicator light while you are driving,

have the VDC system checked by a NISSAN
dealer.

If the battery is removed or discharged, the VDC
system is disabled and the VDC indicator light
will not turn off after 2 seconds when the ignition
switch is turned to the ON position. To reset the
system, you must perform the reset procedure.
Refer to “Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) sys-
tem” in the “Starting and driving” section of this
manual.

If the light does not go off after performing the
reset procedure, have the traction control system
checked by a NISSAN dealer.

While the VDC system is operating, you might
feel slight vibration or hear the system working
when starting the vehicle or accelerating, but this
is normal.

The VDC system will be disabled and the VDC
light will illuminate when the electronic locking
rear differential (E-lock) system switch (if so
equipped) is turned on and the E-lock system is
engaged. If the E-lock system disengages or the
switch is turned off, the VDC system will be
enabled and the VDC light will turn off.

AUDIBLE REMINDERS
Brake pad wear warning

The disc brake pads have audible wear warnings.
When a disc 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.

Key reminder chime

A chime sounds if the driver’s 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

With the ignition switch placed in the OFF posi-
tion, a chime sounds when the driver’s door is
opened if the headlights or parking lights are on.

Turn the headlight control switch off before leav-
ing the vehicle.

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Your vehicle may have 2 types of security sys-
tems:

● Vehicle security system
● NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System

VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM

The vehicle security system provides visual and
audible alarm signals if someone opens the doors
when the system is armed. It is not, however, a
motion detection type system that activates when
a vehicle is moved or when a vibration occurs.

The system helps deter vehicle theft but cannot
prevent it, nor can it prevent the theft of interior or
exterior vehicle components in all situations. Al-

ways secure your vehicle even if parking for a
brief period. Never leave your keys in the ignition,
and always lock the vehicle when unattended. Be
aware of your surroundings, and park in secure,
well-lit areas whenever possible.

Many devices offering additional protection, such
as component locks, identification markers, and
tracking systems, are available at auto supply
stores and specialty shops. Your NISSAN dealer
may also offer such equipment. Check with your
insurance company to see if you may be eligible
for discounts for various theft protection features.

How to arm the vehicle security
system

1. Close all windows. (The system can be

armed even if the windows are open.)

2. Remove the key from the ignition switch.

3. Close all doors. Lock all doors. The doors

can be locked with the key, power door lock
switch (if the door is opened, locked and
then closed), or with the keyfob.

Keyfob operation:

● Push the

button on the keyfob.

All doors lock. The hazard lights flash
twice and the horn beeps once to indicate
all doors are locked.

● When the

button is pushed with

all doors locked, the hazard lights flash
twice and the horn beeps once as a re-
minder that the doors are already locked.

The horn may or may not beep. For addi-
tional information, refer to “Silencing the
horn beep feature” in the “Pre-driving
checks and adjustments” section of this
manual.

4. Confirm that the

indicator light comes

on. The

light stays on for about

30 seconds. The vehicle security system is
now pre-armed. After about 30 seconds the
vehicle security system automatically shifts
into the armed phase. The

light begins

to flash once every 3 seconds. If, during the
30-second pre-arm time period, the driver’s
door is unlocked by the key or the keyfob, or
the ignition switch is placed in ACC or ON
position, the system will not arm.

● If the key is turned slowly when locking

the driver’s door, the system may not
arm. Furthermore, if the key is turned
beyond the vertical position toward the
unlock position the system may be dis-
armed when the key is removed. If the
indicator light fails to glow for a period
of time, unlock the door once and lock
it again.

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● Even when the driver and/or passen-

gers are in the vehicle, the system will
arm with all doors closed and locked
with the ignition switch placed in the
OFF position.

Vehicle security system activation

The vehicle security system will give the following
alarm:

● The neutral lights blink and the horn sounds

intermittently.

● The alarm automatically turns off after a pe-

riod of time. However, the alarm reactivates if
the vehicle is tampered with again. The alarm
can be shut off by unlocking the driver’s door
with the key or by pressing the

button

on the keyfob.

The alarm is activated by:

● Opening a door without using the key or

keyfob (even if the door is unlocked by using
the inside lock knob or the power door lock
switch).

How to stop an activated alarm

The alarm stops only by unlocking the driver’s
door or the liftgate with the key or by pressing
the

button on the keyfob.

The alarm does not stop if the ignition
switch is turned to ACC or ON.

NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEM

The NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System will not
allow the engine to start without the use of a
registered key.

If the engine fails to start using a registered key
(for example, when interference is caused by
another registered key, an automated toll road
device or automatic payment device on the key
ring), restart the engine using the following pro-
cedures:

1. Leave the ignition switch placed in the ON

position for approximately 5 seconds.

2. Place the ignition switch in the OFF or

LOCK position and wait approximately
10 seconds.

3. Repeat steps 1 and 2.

4. Restart the engine while holding the device

(which may have caused the interference)
separate from the registered key.

If the no start condition re-occurs, NISSAN rec-
ommends placing the registered key on a sepa-
rate key ring to avoid interference from other
devices.

FCC Notice:

For USA:

This device complies with part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-
lowing two conditions: (1) This device may
not cause harmful interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference re-
ceived, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.

NOTE:

Changes or modifications not expressly ap-
proved by the party responsible for compli-
ance could void the user’s authority to op-
erate the equipment.

For Canada:

This device complies with Industry Canada
licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Opera-
tion is subject to the following two condi-
tions: (1) this device may not cause inter-
ference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference, including interference that
may cause undesired operation of the de-
vice.

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Security indicator light

The security indicator light blinks whenever the
ignition switch is placed in the LOCK, OFF or ACC
position. This function indicates the NISSAN Ve-
hicle Immobilizer System is operational.

If the NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System is mal-
functioning, the light will remain on while the
ignition switch is placed in the ON position.

If the light still remains on and/or the en-
gine will not start, see a NISSAN dealer for
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System ser-
vice as soon as possible. Please bring all
registered keys that you have when visiting
your NISSAN dealer for service.

SWITCH OPERATION

The windshield wiper and washer operates when
the ignition switch is in the ON position.

Push the lever down to operate the wiper at the
following speed:

䊊

Intermittent (INT) — intermittent operation
can be adjusted by turning the knob toward

䊊

(Slower) or

䊊

(Faster).

䊊

Low (LO) — continuous low speed operation

䊊

High (HI) — continuous high speed opera-
tion

LIC0474

Type A (if so equipped)

LIC2850

Type B (if so equipped)

WIC0843

WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER
SWITCH

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Push the lever up

䊊

to have 1 sweep operation

(MIST) of the wiper.

Pull the lever toward you

䊊

to operate the

washer. The wiper will also operate several times.

WARNING

In freezing temperatures the washer solu-
tion may freeze on the windshield and
obscure your vision which may lead to an
accident. Warm the windshield with the
defroster before you wash the windshield.

CAUTION

● Do not operate the washer if the

windshield-washer fluid reservoir is
empty.

● Do not fill the windshield-washer fluid

reservoir with washer fluid concen-
trates at full strength. Some methyl al-
cohol bases washer concentrates may
permanently stain the grille if spilled
while

filling

the

windshield-washer

fluid reservoir.

● Pre-mix washer fluid concentrates with

water to the manufacturer’s recom-
mended levels before pouring the fluid
into the windshield-washer fluid reser-
voir. Do not use the windshield-washer
fluid reservoir to mix the washer fluid
concentrate and water.

The rear window wiper and washer operate when
the ignition switch is in the ON position.

Turn the switch clockwise from the OFF position
to operate the wiper.

䊊

Intermittent (INT) – intermittent operation
(not adjustable)

䊊

ON – continuous low speed operation

Push the switch forward

䊊

to operate the

washer. The wiper will also operate several times.

LIC2853

REAR WINDOW WIPER AND
WASHER SWITCH

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WARNING

In freezing temperatures the washer solu-
tion may freeze on the window and ob-
scure your vision. Warm the rear window
with the defroster before you wash the
rear window.

CAUTION

● Do not operate the washer continuously

for more than 30 seconds.

● Do not operate the washer if the

windshield-washer fluid reservoir is
empty.

● Do not fill the windshield-washer fluid

reservoir with washer fluid concen-
trates at full strength.

● Pre-mix washer fluid concentrates with

To defrost the rear window glass and outside
mirrors (if so equipped), start the engine and
push the rear window defroster switch on. The
rear window defroster indicator light comes on.
Push the switch again to turn the defroster off.

The rear window defroster automatically turns off
after approximately 15 minutes.

CAUTION

When cleaning the inner side of the rear
window, be careful not to scratch or dam-
age the rear window defroster.

HEADLIGHT CONTROL SWITCH

Lighting

䊊

When turning the switch to the

posi-

tion, the front parking, tail, license plate and
instrument panel lights come on.

䊊

When turning the switch to the

posi-

tion, the headlights come on and all the other
lights remain on.

LIC1419

Type A (if so equipped)

LIC0706

REAR WINDOW AND OUTSIDE
MIRROR (if so equipped)
DEFROSTER SWITCH

HEADLIGHT AND TURN SIGNAL
SWITCH

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CAUTION

Use the headlights with the engine run-
ning to avoid discharging the vehicle
battery.

Autolight system (if so equipped)

The autolight system allows the headlights to be
set so they turn on and off automatically. The
autolight system can:

● Turn on the headlights, front parking, tail,

license plate and instrument panel lights au-
tomatically when it is dark.

● Turn off all the lights when it is light.
● Keep all the lights on a period of time after

you turn the key to OFF and all doors are
closed.

To turn on the autolight system:

1. Turn the headlight switch to the AUTO posi-

tion

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2. Turn the ignition key to ON.

3. The autolight system automatically turns the

headlights on and off.

Initially, if the ignition switch is turned OFF and a
door is opened and left open, the headlights
remain ON for a period of time. If another door is
opened while the headlights are on, then the
timer is reset.

To turn the autolight system off, turn the switch to

the OFF,

, or

position.

Be sure you do not put anything on top of
the autolight sensor located in the top side
of the instrument panel. The autolight sen-
sor controls the autolight; if it is covered,
the autolight sensor reacts as if it is dark
out and the headlights will illuminate. If
this occurs while parked with the engine off
and the key in the ON position, your vehi-
cle’s battery could become discharged.

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Headlight beam select

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To select the high beam function, push the
lever forward. The high beam lights come on
and the

light illuminates.

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Pull the lever back to select the low beam.

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Pulling and releasing the lever flashes the
headlight high beams on and off.

Battery saver system

If the ignition switch is placed in the OFF position
while the headlight switch is in the
or

position, the headlights will turn off after

a period of time.

After the headlights automatically turn off with the

headlight switch in the

position,

the headlights will illuminate again if the headlight
switch is moved to the OFF position and then

turned to the

position.

CAUTION

Even though the battery saver feature au-
tomatically turns off the headlights after a
period of time, you should turn the head-
light switch to the OFF position when the
engine is not running to avoid discharging
the vehicle battery.

DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT SYSTEM
(if so equipped)

The headlights automatically illuminate at a re-
duced intensity when the engine is started with
the parking brake released. The daytime running
lights operate with the headlight switch in the
OFF position or in the

position. Turn the

headlight switch to the

position for full

illumination when driving at night.

If the parking brake is applied before the engine is
started, the daytime running lights do not illumi-
nate. The daytime running lights illuminate when
the parking brake is released. The daytime run-

ning lights will remain on until the ignition switch
is placed in the OFF position.

WARNING

When the daytime running light system is
active, tail lights on your vehicle are not
on. It is necessary at dusk to turn on your
headlights. Failure to do so could cause
an accident injuring yourself and others.

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INSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESS
CONTROL

The instrument brightness control operates when
the headlight control switch is in the

position.

Turn the control

䊊

to adjust the brightness of

instrument panel lights when driving at night.

TURN SIGNAL SWITCH

Turn signal

䊊

Move the lever up or down to signal the
turning direction. When the turn is com-
pleted, the turn signal cancels automatically.

Lane change signal

䊊

To signal a lane change, move the lever up or
down to the point where the indicator light
begins to flash, but the lever does not latch.

FOG LIGHT SWITCH (if so equipped)

To turn the fog lights on, turn the headlight switch
to the

position, then turn the fog light

switch to the

position.

To turn the fog lights off, turn the fog light switch
to the OFF position.

The headlights must be on and the low beams
selected for the fog lights to operate. The fog
lights automatically turn off when the high beam
headlights are selected.

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OFF-ROAD LAMPS SWITCH (if so
equipped)

The off-road lights are designed to increase vis-
ibility when driving during off-road conditions. To
turn on the off-road lights:

● The covers must be removed from the off-

road lights.

● The headlights must be set to the high beam

function.

● Press the off-road lamps switch.

To turn the off-road lights off, press the off-road
lamps switch again. If the high beam function of
the headlights is turned off at any time, the off-
road lights will turn off as well. If the high beam
function is turned back on, the off-road lamps
switch needs to be pressed again with the covers
still removed in order to turn on the off-road lights.

The covers should remain on the off-road lights
when the lights are not in use.

To sound the horn, push the area between the
horn icons on the steering wheel.

WARNING

Do not disassemble the horn. Doing so
could affect proper operation of the
supplemental front air bag system. Tam-
pering with the supplemental front air bag
system may result in serious personal
injury.

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