Inside The Vehicle
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Nissan Armada. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
The maintenance items listed here should be checked on a regular basis, such as when performing periodic maintenance, cleaning the vehicle, etc.
| Item | Refer To | |
|---|---|---|
| Warning lamps and chimes | Make sure that all warning lamps and chimes are operating properly. | "WARNING CHIME SYSTEM: SYSTEM DESCRIPTION " |
| Windshield wiper and washer | Check that the windshield wipers and washer operate properly and that the wipers do not streak. | "FRONT WIPER ARMS " |
| Windshield defroster | Check that the air comes out of the defroster outlets properly and in sufficient quantity when operating the heater or air conditioner. | - |
| Steering wheel | Check that it has the specified play. Check for changes in the steering condition, such as excessive play, hard steering or strange noises. Free play: Less than 35 mm (1.98 in) |
"ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION AND SERVICE " |
| Seats | Check seat position controls such as seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. to make sure they operate smoothly and that all latches lock securely in every position. Check that the head restraints move up and down smoothly and that the locks (if equipped) hold securely in all latched positions. Check that the latches lock securely for folding-down rear seat backs. | "PRELIMINARY CHECK " |
| Seat belts | Check that all parts of the seat belt system (e.g. buckles, anchors, adjusters and retractors) operate properly and smoothly and are installed securely. Check the belt webbing for cuts, fraying, wear or damage. | "BASIC INSPECTION " |
| Accelerator pedal | Check the pedal for smooth operation and make sure the pedal does not catch or require uneven effort. Keep the floor mats away from the pedal. | - |
| Brakes | Check that the brake does not pull the vehicle to one side when applied. | - |
| Brake pedal and booster | Check the pedal for smooth operation and make sure it has the proper distance under it when depressed fully. Check the brake booster function. Be sure to keep the floor mats away from the pedal. | "INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT ", "INSPECTION " |
| Parking brake | Check that the lever or the pedal has the proper travel and make sure that the vehicle is held securely on a fairly steep hill when only the parking brake is applied. | "ON-VEHICLE SERVICE " |
| Automatic transmission "Park" mechanism | On a fairly steep hill check that the vehicle is held securely with the selector lever in the P (Park) position without applying the brakes. | - |