Nissan 2004 Xterra User Manual

Welcome to the growing family of new NISSAN
owners. This vehicle is delivered to you with
confidence. It was produced using the latest
techniques and strict quality control.
This manual was prepared to help you under-
stand the operation and maintenance of your
vehicle so that you may enjoy many miles (kilome-
ters) of driving pleasure. Please read through this
manual before operating your vehicle.
A separate Warranty Information Booklet
explains details about the warranties cov-
ering your vehicle. The “NISSAN Service
and Maintenance Guide” explains details
about maintaining and servicing your ve-
hicle. 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.
Before driving your vehicle please read this Own-
er’s Manual carefully. This will ensure familiarity
with controls and maintenance requirements, as-
sisting you in the safe operation of your vehicle.
WARNING
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION RE-
MINDERS FOR SAFETY!
Follow these important driving rules to
help ensure a safe and comfortable trip
for you and your passengers!
● NEVER drive under the influence of al-
cohol or drugs.
● ALWAYS observe posted speed limits
and never drive too fast for conditions.
● ALWAYS use your seat belts and appro-
priate child restraint systems. Pre-teen
children should be seated in the rear
seat.
● ALWAYS provide information about the
proper use of vehicle safety features 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 begin-
ning 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 “Start-
ing and driving” section of this manual.
ON-PAVEMENT AND OFF-ROAD DRIVING
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 “Driving
safety precautions”, in the “Starting and
driving” section of this manual.
MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE
This vehicle should not be modified.
Modification could affect its
performance, safety or durability, and
may even violate governmental
regulations. In addition, damage or per-
formance problems resulting from
modifications may not be covered un-
der NISSAN warranties.
FOREWORD READ FIRST—THEN DRIVE SAFELY
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Nissan 2004 Xterra Specifications

General

Brand	Nissan
Model	2004 Xterra
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

FOREWORD

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION REMINDERS FOR SAFETY!

Key rules for safe driving and passenger comfort.

ON-PAVEMENT AND OFF-ROAD DRIVING

Handling and precautions for different driving conditions due to higher center of gravity.

MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE

Warnings against modifying the vehicle and potential warranty/regulatory impacts.

1 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental air bags

Seats

Covers seat adjustments, forward/backward movement, and reclining features.

Supplemental restraint system

Details about driver/passenger airbags and pre-tensioner seat belts.

Seat belts

Precautions on seat belt usage, types, and maintenance.

Child safety

Information on child restraints, installation, and precautions for children.

2 Instruments and controls

Instrument panel

Overview of the vehicle's instrument panel layout and components.

Meters and gauges

Explanation of speedometers, odometers, fuel, and temperature gauges.

Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders

Identifies and explains various warning lights and audible alerts.

Windshield wiper and washer switch

Operation of windshield wipers and washers, including safety tips.

3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments

Keys

Information on master keys, key number plates, and key duplication.

Doors

Details on locking/unlocking mechanisms, child safety locks, and lockout protection.

Hood

Instructions for opening, closing, and securing the vehicle's hood safely.

Fuel filler lid

Information on accessing and securing the fuel filler lid and cap.

4 Heater, air conditioner and audio systems

Ventilators

Adjusting airflow direction for driver, center, and passenger comfort.

Heater and air conditioner (manual)

Controls and operation of the manual climate control system.

Air flow charts

Diagrams showing dial positions for heating, cooling, defrosting, and bi-level modes.

Audio system

Overview of the radio, CD player, and audio system functions.

5 Starting and driving

Precautions when starting and driving

General safety advice, exhaust gas hazards, and catalyst information.

On-pavement and off-road driving precautions

Handling advice for different road types and rollover risks.

Ignition switch

Explanation of key positions (LOCK, OFF, ACC, ON, START) and steering wheel lock.

Automatic transmission

Procedures for operating the automatic transmission, including shift lock release.

6 In case of emergency

First aid kit

Location and removal instructions for the vehicle's first aid kit.

Flat tire

Steps for stopping the vehicle, changing a flat tire, and related warnings.

Jump starting

Detailed instructions and safety precautions for jump starting a vehicle.

If your vehicle overheats

Steps to take if the vehicle's engine overheats, including safety warnings.

7 Appearance and care

Cleaning exterior

Guidelines for washing, waxing, and removing spots from the vehicle's exterior.

Underbody

Importance of cleaning the underbody, especially in winter, to prevent corrosion.

Glass

Instructions for cleaning interior and exterior glass surfaces safely.

Cleaning interior

Steps for cleaning interior trim, plastic parts, seats, and meter/gauge lenses.

8 Maintenance and do-it-yourself

Maintenance requirements

Importance of maintenance for vehicle longevity, performance, and emissions.

General maintenance

Day-to-day checks essential for proper vehicle operation.

Maintenance precautions

General safety guidelines to follow when performing maintenance.

Engine compartment check locations

Diagrams showing the location of key engine components for checks and maintenance.

9 Technical and consumer information

Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants

Lists approximate capacities and recommended fluids for various vehicle systems.

Fuel recommendation

Guidance on selecting the correct unleaded gasoline octane rating.

Engine oil and oil filter recommendation

Recommendations for engine oil quality, viscosity, and filter selection.