Break-in schedule
CAUTION
During the first 1,200 miles (2,000 km), follow these recommendations to obtain maximum engine performance and ensure the future reliability and economy of your new vehicle. Failure to follow these recommendations may result in shortened engine life and reduced engine performance.
• Avoid driving for long periods at
constant
speed, either fast or slow. Do not run the
engine over 4,000 rpm.
• Do not accelerate at full throttle in any
gear.
• Avoid quick starts.
• Avoid hard braking as much as possible.
• Do not tow a trailer for the first
500 miles
(800 km). Your engine, axle or other parts
could be damaged.
See also:
Maximum load limits
Never allow the total trailer load to exceed the
value specified in the following Towing
Load/Specification Chart found later in this section.
The total trailer load equals trailer weight
plus i ...
Towing load/specification
1: All towing above 1,000 lb (454 kg) requires the use of trailer brakes.
NISSAN recommends the use of a
tandem axle trailer whenever towing above 3,000 lb (1,361 kg).
2: A sway control device i ...
Soft top indicator light
The soft top indicator light in the instrument
panel shows the conditions of top operation.
The light illuminates when the soft top is being
operated or if it is stopped before reaching the
fu ...