Nissan 2000 Xterra User Manual

Welcome to the growing family of new NIS-
SAN owners. This vehicle has been deliv-
ered to you with confidence. It was produced
using the latest techniques and strict quality
control.
This manual was prepared to help you un-
derstand the operation and maintenance of
your vehicle so that you may enjoy many
miles (kilometers) of driving pleasure.
Please read through this manual before op-
erating your vehicle.
In the U.S., a separate Warranty Informa-
tion and Maintenance Log Booklet or in
Canada, a Warranty and Roadside Assis-
tance Information Booklet explains de-
tails about the warranties covering your
vehicle and vehicle maintenance sched-
ules. Additionally, a separate Customer
Care/Lemon Law Booklet (U.S. only) will
explain how to resolve any concerns you
may have with your vehicle, as well as
clarify your rights under your state’s
lemon law.
Your NISSAN dealership knows your vehicle
best. When you require any service or have
any questions, they will be glad to assist you
with the extensive resources available to
them.
READ FIRST - THEN DRIVE
SAFELY
Before driving your vehicle please read this
owner’s manual carefully. This will ensure
familiarity with controls and maintenance
requirements, assisting you in the safe op-
eration of your vehicle.
WARNING
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
REMINDERS FOR SAFETY!
Follow these important driving rules to
help ensure a safe and complete trip for
you and your passengers!
• NEVER drive under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
• ALWAYS observe posted speed lim-
its and never drive too fast for con-
ditions.
• ALWAYS use your seat belts and
appropriate child restraint systems.
Pre-teen children should be seated
in the rear seat.
• ALWAYS provide information about
the proper use of vehicle safety fea-
tures to all occupants of the vehicle.
• ALWAYS review this owner’s manual
for important safety information.
For descriptions specified for four-wheel
drive models, a
mark is placed at
the beginning of the applicable
sections/items.
As with other vehicles with features for
off-road use, failure to operate four-
wheel drive models correctly may result
in loss of control or an accident. Be sure
to read ‘‘Driving safety precautions’’ in
the ‘‘Starting and driving’’ section of this
manual.
ON-PAVEMENT AND OFF-ROAD DRIV-
ING
This vehicle will handle and maneuver
differently from an ordinary passenger
car because it has a higher center of
gravity for off-road use. As with other
vehicles with features of this type, fail-
ure to operate this vehicle correctly
may result in loss of control or an
accident.
Be sure to read “On-pavement and off-
road driving precautions”, and ‘‘Avoid-
ing collision and rollover’’, and “Driv-
ing safety precautions”, in the
“Starting and driving” section of this
manual.
The inside pages of this manual contain
a minimum of 50% recycled fibers,
including 10% post-consumer fibers.
Foreword
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Nissan 2000 Xterra Specifications

General

Brand	Nissan
Model	2000 Xterra
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

Foreword

1 Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems

Front bucket seats

Describes the front seating arrangement and basic safety.

Seat adjustment

Details how to adjust front seats for comfort and safety.

Head restraints

Explains the proper adjustment and importance of head restraints.

Seat belts

Provides instructions and precautions for correct seat belt usage.

Child safety

Details proper child restraint methods and recommendations for safety.

2 Instruments and controls

Meters and gauges

Identifies and explains various dashboard meters and gauges.

Warning/Indicator lights and chimes

Lists and explains the vehicle's warning lights and chimes.

3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments

DOOR LOCKS

Details on how to lock and unlock vehicle doors.

MULTI-REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM (if so equipped)

Covers the function and operation of the multi-remote control system.

4 Heater, air conditioner and audio systems

Heater and air conditioner

Describes the heater and air conditioner controls and their operation.

Audio system

Details the operation of the vehicle's audio system.

5 Starting and driving

Precautions when starting and driving

Essential safety precautions before and during vehicle operation.

Ignition switch

Explains the different positions and functions of the ignition switch.

Automatic transmission

Details on operating the automatic transmission and its features.

6 In case of emergency

Flat tire

Procedures for stopping the vehicle and changing a flat tire.

Jump starting

Instructions and safety precautions for jump starting a vehicle.

Tow truck towing

Guidelines and precautions for towing the vehicle with a tow truck.

7 Appearance and care

CLEANING EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR

Instructions for washing and cleaning the vehicle's exterior and interior.

Corrosion protection

Factors affecting corrosion and how to protect the vehicle.

8 Do-it-yourself

MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS

General safety precautions for performing vehicle maintenance.

ENGINE OIL

Procedures for checking and changing engine oil.

WHEELS AND TIRES

Information on tire types, inflation, and changing tires.

9 Maintenance

General maintenance

Routine checks for vehicle operation and safety.

Periodic maintenance schedules

Recommended maintenance intervals for optimal vehicle performance.

10 Technical and consumer information

Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants

Table of fluid capacities and recommended types for the vehicle.

FUEL RECOMMENDATION

Guidance on the type of fuel and octane rating for the vehicle.

TOWING LOAD/SPECIFICATION CHART

Specifications for maximum trailer weight, tongue load, and GCWR.