Foreword
Nissan is proud to count you among its growing number of customers. We are confident in delivering this vehicle to you. It was built using the most modern manufacturing methods and the strictest quality standards.
The purpose of this manual is to help you understand the operation and maintenance of your vehicle so that you can enjoy pleasant driving for a long time. Please read this manual carefully before driving your vehicle for the first time.
Details on your vehicle's warranties are set out in a separate warranty booklet. The "Nissan Maintenance and Repair Guide" explains in detail the maintenance and repair schedules for your vehicle. In the United States, a separate booklet titled "Customer Care/Lemon Law" explains how to resolve any problem that may occur with the vehicle and informs the owner of their rights under the lemon law in effect in their state.
Your Nissan dealer knows your vehicle best. They will be happy to answer all your questions and meet all your maintenance needs, drawing on their considerable resources.
In addition to factory-installed options, your vehicle may also be equipped with additional accessories installed by Nissan or your Nissan dealer before delivery.
It is important that you become familiar with all notices, warnings, cautions and instructions concerning the proper use of such accessories before using the vehicle or accessory. Consult a Nissan dealer for more information on the specific accessories fitted to your vehicle.
Read first, to drive safely
Please read this owner's manual carefully before taking the wheel of your vehicle for the first time. This will help you become familiar with the controls and maintenance requirements of your vehicle and will help you enjoy it safely.
Notice
Important safety information and reminders!
Observe these basic driving rules to ensure the safety and comfort of everyone!
- Never drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
- Always obey posted speed limits and never drive faster than conditions permit.
- ALWAYS concentrate fully on driving and avoid using vehicle features or performing other tasks that could distract you.
- Always use seat belts and the appropriate child restraint systems. Children under 12 should ride in the rear seat.
- Always show vehicle occupants how to use the various safety devices correctly.
- Always read the safety instructions given in this owner's guide.
MODIFYING YOUR VEHICLE
This vehicle must not be modified.
Any modification may affect the vehicle's performance, safety or durability, or may violate government regulations. In addition, damage and performance problems resulting from such modifications may not be covered by Nissan warranties.
Points to remember while reading this manual
This manual contains information on all features and equipment available for this model. The features and equipment on your vehicle may vary depending on model, version, selected options, order, production date, region or availability. Therefore, this manual may include information on features or equipment that are not included or installed on your vehicle.
All information, specifications and illustrations in this manual were accurate at the time of printing.
Nissan reserves the right to change specifications, performance or design, as well as component suppliers, at any time without notice or obligation. From time to time, Nissan may update or revise this manual to provide owners with the most accurate current information. Carefully read all revision updates sent to you by Nissan and keep them with this manual to ensure that all information about your vehicle is accurate and up to date. Current versions of the owner's manuals and all updates are also available in the owner section of the Nissan website at https://owners.nissanusa.com/nowners/navigation/manualsguide. For any questions about the information in your owner's manual, contact the Nissan Consumer Affairs Department. See the Nissan Customer Assistance Program page in this owner's manual for contact information.
Important information about this manual
This manual contains various symbols. These symbols have the following meanings:
Notice
This symbol indicates a risk of death or serious injury. To avoid or reduce this risk, you must follow the instructions provided exactly.
Caution
This symbol indicates a risk of minor or moderate injury, or of damage to the vehicle. To avoid or reduce this risk, you must carefully follow the instructions provided.

This symbol means "do not do this" or "do not let this happen".
If an illustration shows
one of these arrows, the arrow indicates the front of the vehicle.
In an illustration,
arrows like these indicate the direction of a movement or action.
In an illustration,
arrows like these draw your attention to an item in the illustration.
California Proposition 65 Warning
Notice
The State of California recognizes that vehicle exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, the State of California recognizes that certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
California Notice: Perchlorate Material
Certain vehicle components, such as lithium batteries, may contain perchlorate. The notice reads: "Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply.
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/".
Bluetooth®
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SiriusXM® satellite radio
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