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TO PROTECT YOUR VEHICLE FROM CORROSION Wash and wax your vehicle often to keep the vehicle clean Always check for minor damage to the paint and repair it as soon as possible Keep drain holes at the bottom of the doors open to avoid water accumulation Check the underbody for accumulation of sand dirt or salt If present wash with water as soon as possible Relative humidity Corrosion will be accelerated in areas of high relative humidity especially those areas where the temperatures stay above freezing and where atmospheric pollution exists and road salt is used CAUTION NEVER remove dirt sand or other debris from the passenger compartment by washing it out with a hose Remove dirt with a vacuum cleaner or broom Appearance and care 7 5 REVIEW COPY 2005 Xterra xtr Owners Manual USA English nna 01 26 05 tbrooks MEMO 7 6 Appearance and care 8 Maintenance and do it yourself Maintenance requirements 8 2 General maintenance 8 2 Explanation of general maintenance items 8 2 Maintenance precautions 8 5 Engine Continue to download »
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Owners Manual owners USA English nna 03 18 04 tbrooks CLEANING INTERIOR Occasionally remove loose dust from the interior trim plastic parts and seats using a vacuum cleaner or soft brush Wipe the vinyl and leather surfaces with a clean soft cloth dampened in mild soap solution then wipe clean with a dry soft cloth Before using any fabric protector read the manufacturer s recommendations Some fabric protectors contain chemicals that may stain or bleach the seat material Use a cloth dampened only with water to clean the meter and gauge lens FLOOR MATS The use of genuine NISSAN floor mats can extend the life of your vehicle carpet and make it easier to clean the interior No matter what mats are used be sure they are fitted for your vehicle and are properly positioned in the footwell to prevent interference with pedal operation Mats should be maintained with regular cleaning and replaced if they become excessively worn CAUTION Never use benzine thinner or any similar material Never use fabric protectors unless recommended by the 
CAUTION NEVER remove dirt sand or other debris from the passenger compartment by washing it out with a hose Remove dirt with a vacuum cleaner or broom Never allow water or other liquids to come in contact with electronic components inside the vehicle To protect your vehicle from corrosion Wash and wax your vehicle often to keep the vehicle clean Always check for minor damage to the paint and repair it as soon as possible Keep drain holes at the bottom of the doors open to avoid water accumulation Check the underbody for accumulation of sand dirt or salt If present wash with water as soon as possible 6 5 7 Do it yourself operations Maintenance precautions 7 2 Engine compartment check locations 7 3 Engine cooling system 7 4 Checking engine coolant level 7 4 Changing engine coolant 7 5 Engine oil 7 5 Checking engine oil level 7 5 Changing engine oil 7 6 Changing engine oil filter 7 7 Automatic transmission fluid ATF 7 8 Temperature conditions for checking ATF 7 8 Power steering fluid 7 9 Brake fluid 7 10 Window washer fluid 7 
RPM CAUTION When engine speed approaches the red zone shift to a higher gear Engine speed in the red zone may cause serious engine damage ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE This gauge indicates the coolant temperature The coolant temperature varies with the outside air temperature and driving conditions CAUTION If the gauge indicates over the normal range stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible If the engine is overheated continued operation of the vehicle may seriously damage the engine See In case of emergency section for immediate action required ODOMETER The odometer records the total distance the vehicle has been driven TRIP ODOMETER The trip odometer records the distance of individual trips Before each trip set the trip odometer to zero by pushing the RESET button 1 4 AIC0005 FUEL GAUGE This gauge indicates the APPROXIMATE fuel level in the tank The gauge may move slightly during braking turning acceleration or when going up or down hills The gauge needle is designed to 
The chain should be crossed and should be attached to the hitch not to the vehicle bumper or axle Be sure to leave enough slack in the chain to permit turning corners Trailer towing tips In order to gain skill and an understanding of the vehicle s behavior you should practice turning stopping and backing up in an area which is free from traffic Steering stability and braking performance will be somewhat different than under normal driving conditions Always secure items in the trailer to prevent load shift while driving Trailer lights Trailer lights should comply with Federal 9 19 01 2 1 R50 D EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY opening the windows switching the fan control to high and setting the temperature control to the HOT position Trailer towing requires more fuel than normal circumstances Avoid towing a trailer for the first 500 miles 800 km Have your vehicle serviced more often than at intervals specified in the recommended Maintenance Schedule When towing a trailer change oil in the transmission more frequently See the 
