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Nissan 2006 Sentra User Manual

Nissan 2006 Sentra
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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 complete 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. Preteen
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.
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 under
NISSAN warranties.
FOREWORD READ FIRST—THEN DRIVE SAFELY
Z REVIEW COPY—
2006 Sentra (b15)
Owners Manual—USA_English (nna)
03/01/06—debbie
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Nissan 2006 Sentra Specifications

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BrandNissan
Model2006 Sentra
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

FOREWORD

READ FIRST—THEN DRIVE SAFELY

Important driving rules to help ensure a safe and complete trip.

WHEN READING THE MANUAL

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS MANUAL

Explanation of symbols used in the manual and their meanings.

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING

Warning regarding chemicals known to cause cancer and birth defects.

NISSAN CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAM

NISSAN CARES

Information on how to contact NISSAN for assistance and feedback.

Table of Contents

Illustrated table of contents

An overview of vehicle features with corresponding page numbers.

Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

Information on seats, seat belts, and the supplemental restraint system.

Instruments and controls

Details about the vehicle's instruments and controls.

Pre-driving checks and adjustments

Procedures for checking and adjusting the vehicle before driving.

Heater, air conditioner and audio systems

Information on HVAC and audio system operation.

Starting and driving

Guidelines for starting the engine and driving the vehicle.

In case of emergency

Procedures and information for emergency situations.

Appearance and care

Guidance on maintaining the vehicle's appearance.

Maintenance and do-it-yourself

Instructions for performing maintenance tasks.

Technical and consumer information

Technical specifications and consumer-related information.

Index

An alphabetical listing of topics and their corresponding page numbers.

0 Illustrated table of contents

Airbags, seat belts and child restraints

Details about airbags, seat belts, and child restraint systems.

Exterior front

Identification of exterior front components of the vehicle.

Exterior rear

Identification of exterior rear components of the vehicle.

Passenger compartment

Identification of passenger compartment components.

Instrument panel

Overview of the instrument panel and its functions.

Engine compartment check locations

Locations of components for engine compartment checks.

Warning/indicator lights

Explanation of various warning and indicator lights in the vehicle.

1 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

Seats

Information and adjustments for vehicle seats.

Seat belts

Details on seat belt usage, features, and maintenance.

Child safety

Guidelines and precautions for child safety in the vehicle.

Child restraints

Information on installing and using child restraints.

LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system

Instructions for using the LATCH system for child restraints.

Top tether strap child restraint

Details on installing child restraints with a top tether strap.

Child restraint installation on front passenger seat

Instructions for installing child restraints in the front passenger seat.

Booster seats

Information and precautions for using booster seats.

Booster seat installation on rear seat center or outboard positions

Instructions for installing booster seats in rear seating positions.

Booster seat installation on front passenger seat

Instructions for installing booster seats in the front passenger seat.

Supplemental restraint system

Information on the vehicle's supplemental restraint system (airbags).

Supplemental air bag warning labels

Explains the meaning and location of supplemental air bag warning labels.

Supplemental air bag warning light

Information about the supplemental air bag warning light.

2 Instruments and controls

Instrument panel

Overview of the vehicle's instrument panel.

Meters and gauges

Explanation of the vehicle's meters and gauges.

Speedometer and odometer

Details on the speedometer and odometer functions.

Trip computer (if so equipped)

Information on the trip computer and its displays.

Tachometer (if so equipped)

Explanation of the tachometer and engine speed indication.

Engine coolant temperature gauge

Information on the engine coolant temperature gauge.

Fuel gauge

Explanation of the fuel gauge and its readings.

Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders

Explains warning/indicator lights and audible reminders.

Security systems (if so equipped)

Information on the vehicle's security systems.

Windshield wiper and washer switch

Operation of the windshield wiper and washer controls.

Rear window defroster switch

How to operate the rear window defroster.

Headlight and turn signal switch

Operation of headlight and turn signal controls.

Daytime running light system (Canada only)

Information on the daytime running light system for Canada.

3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments

Keys

Information about vehicle keys, including master and valet keys.

Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System keys (if so equipped)

Details on keys for the Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System.

Doors

How to lock and unlock the vehicle doors.

Child safety rear door lock

Explanation and operation of the child safety rear door lock.

Remote keyless entry system (if so equipped)

How to use the remote keyless entry system.

Hood

Procedures for opening and closing the vehicle hood.

Trunk lid

Procedures for opening and closing the trunk lid.

4 Heater, air conditioner and audio systems

Ventilators

How to adjust air flow direction through ventilators.

Heater and air conditioner (manual)

Operation of the manual heater and air conditioner system.

Controls

Explanation of HVAC control dials and buttons.

Heater operation

Details on how to operate the heater.

Air conditioner operation (if so equipped)

How to operate the air conditioner system.

Air flow charts

Charts showing air flow control dial positions for different modes.

Servicing air conditioner

Recommendations for servicing the air conditioner system.

Audio system

Information on the vehicle's audio system.

Radio

How to operate the radio.

5 Starting and driving

Precautions when starting and driving

General safety precautions for starting and driving.

Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide)

Information about exhaust gas hazards and precautions.

Three-way catalyst

Explanation of the three-way catalyst emission control device.

Avoiding collision and rollover

Tips on how to avoid collisions and rollovers.

Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving

Warnings and information about the dangers of driving under the influence.

Ignition switch

Operation and positions of the ignition switch.

Automatic transmission

How to operate the automatic transmission.

Manual transmission

How to operate the manual transmission.

Key positions

Explanation of the different key positions for the ignition.

Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System (if so equipped)

Information on the Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System.

Before starting the engine

Checks and preparations before starting the engine.

Starting the engine

Procedures for starting the vehicle's engine.

Driving the vehicle

Guidelines for driving the vehicle.

Cruise control (if so equipped)

How to use the cruise control system.

Precautions on cruise control

Safety precautions for using cruise control.

6 In case of emergency

Flat tire

Information and steps for dealing with a flat tire.

Changing a flat tire

Step-by-step instructions for changing a flat tire.

Jump starting

Procedures for jump starting a dead battery.

Push starting

How to push start a vehicle with a manual transmission.

If your vehicle overheats

Steps to take if the vehicle's engine overheats.

Towing your vehicle

Guidelines and precautions for towing the vehicle.

Towing recommended by NISSAN

Recommended methods for towing the vehicle.

Vehicle recovery (freeing a stuck vehicle)

How to recover a vehicle stuck in sand, snow, or mud.

7 Appearance and care

Cleaning exterior

Instructions for cleaning the exterior of the vehicle.

Washing

Proper methods for washing the vehicle.

Waxing

Recommendations for waxing the vehicle.

Removing spots

How to remove spots from the vehicle's paint.

Underbody

Importance of cleaning the underbody, especially in winter.

Glass

Instructions for cleaning vehicle glass.

Aluminum alloy wheels

How to clean aluminum alloy wheels.

Chrome parts

How to clean and maintain chrome parts.

Tire dressings

Precautions regarding the use of tire dressings.

Cleaning interior

Instructions for cleaning the vehicle's interior.

8 Maintenance and do-it-yourself

Maintenance requirements

Information on minimum maintenance requirements and intervals.

General maintenance

General maintenance checks for day-to-day operation.

Explanation of general maintenance items

Further explanation of general maintenance items.

Maintenance precautions

General safety precautions to observe during maintenance.

Engine compartment check locations

Locations of components for engine compartment checks.

Engine cooling system

Information about the engine cooling system.

Checking engine coolant level

How to check the engine coolant level.

Changing engine coolant

Procedures for changing the engine coolant.

Engine oil

Information about engine oil.

Checking engine oil level

How to check the engine oil level.

Changing engine oil

Procedures for changing the engine oil.

Changing engine oil filter

Procedures for changing the engine oil filter.

Automatic transmission fluid

Information on automatic transmission fluid.

Temperature conditions for checking

How temperature affects fluid level checks.

Power steering fluid

Information on power steering fluid.

Brake and clutch fluid

Information on brake and clutch fluid.

Brake fluid

How to check and add brake fluid.

Clutch fluid

How to check and add clutch fluid.

Window washer fluid

Information on window washer fluid.

Window washer fluid reservoir

How to refill the window washer fluid reservoir.

Battery

Information about the vehicle battery.

Jump starting

Procedures for jump starting a dead battery.

Drive belts

How to inspect drive belts.

Spark plugs

Information on spark plugs.

Replacing spark plugs

Step-by-step guide to replacing spark plugs.

Air cleaner

Information on the air cleaner.

In-cabin Microfilter (if so equipped)

Information on changing the in-cabin microfilter.

Windshield wiper blades

How to clean and replace windshield wiper blades.

Cleaning

Instructions for cleaning wiper blades.

Replacing

Step-by-step guide to replacing wiper blades.

Parking brake and brake pedal

How to check the parking brake and brake pedal.

Fuses

Information on fuses and their locations.

Engine compartment

Fuse locations in the engine compartment.

Passenger compartment

Fuse locations in the passenger compartment.

Battery replacement

How to replace the vehicle battery.

Lights

Information on vehicle lights.

Headlights

How to replace headlight bulbs.

Fog lights (if so equipped)

Information on fog lights.

Exterior and interior lights

Procedures for replacing exterior and interior light bulbs.

Wheels and tires

Information on wheels and tires.

Tire pressure

How to check and maintain tire pressure.

Tire labeling

Explanation of tire sidewall labeling.

Types of tires

Information on different types of tires.

Tire chains

Precautions and instructions for using tire chains.

Changing wheels and tires

Procedures for changing wheels and tires.

MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS

Be sure the ignition key is in the OFF or LOCK position when performing any parts replacement or repairs.

Importance of turning off the ignition during parts replacement or repairs.

Always wear eye protection whenever you work on your vehicle.

Importance of wearing eye protection during vehicle work.

ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM

CHECKING ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL

How to check the engine coolant level.

Maintenance and do-it-yourself 8-25

Install the glove box frame and latch.

How to install the glove box frame and latch.

Install the glove box door.

How to install the glove box door.

9 Technical and consumer information

Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants

Table of vehicle capacities and recommended fluids/lubricants.

Fuel recommendation

Recommended fuel types and octane ratings for the vehicle.

Engine oil and oil filter recommendation

Recommended engine oil and oil filter specifications.

Recommended SAE viscosity number

SAE viscosity numbers for engine oil based on temperature.

Air conditioner system refrigerant and oil recommendations

Recommended refrigerant and oil for the A/C system.

Specifications

Technical specifications for the vehicle's engine.

Wheels and tires

Information on wheels and tires.

Dimensions and weights

Vehicle dimensions and weight specifications.

When traveling or registering your vehicle in another country

Considerations for driving or registering the vehicle abroad.

Vehicle identification

Information on identifying the vehicle.

Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate

Location and purpose of the VIN plate.

Vehicle identification number (chassis number)

Location of the vehicle identification (chassis) number.

Engine serial number

Location of the engine serial number.

F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label

Information on the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label.

Emission control information label

Information on the emission control label.

Tire placard

Location and information on the tire placard.

10 Index

Air bag (See supplemental restraint system)

Reference to supplemental restraint system for air bag information.

Air bag warning light

Information about the supplemental air bag warning light.

Air cleaner housing filter

Details on the air cleaner housing filter.

Air conditioner

General information about the air conditioner.

Air conditioner operation

How to operate the air conditioner.

Air conditioner service

Information on servicing the air conditioner.

Air conditioner specification label

Location of the A/C specification label.

Air conditioner system refrigerant and oil recommendations

Recommended refrigerant and oil for the A/C system.

Heater and air conditioner controls

Explanation of HVAC control dials and buttons.

Servicing air conditioner

Recommendations for servicing the air conditioner system.

Air flow charts

Charts showing air flow control dial positions for different modes.

Alarm system (See vehicle security system)

Reference to vehicle security system for alarm information.

Anchor point locations

Locations of anchor points for child restraints.

Antenna

Information about the vehicle's antenna.

Anti-lock brake warning light

Explanation of the anti-lock brake warning light.

Anti-lock braking system (ABS)

Information on the Anti-lock Braking System.

Audible reminders

Explanation of audible reminders and chimes.

Audio system

Information on the vehicle's audio system.

Compact Disc (CD) changer

How to operate the CD changer.

Compact disc (CD) player

How to operate the CD player.

FM-AM radio with compact disc (CD) player

Operation of the FM-AM radio with CD player.

Radio

How to operate the radio.

Automatic

General information related to automatic systems.

Automatic power window switch

Operation of the automatic power window switch.

Automatic transmission fluid (ATF)

Information on automatic transmission fluid.

Driving with automatic transmission

How to drive with an automatic transmission.

Transmission selector lever lock release

How to release the transmission selector lever lock.

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