Windshield wiper blades
CLEANING If your windshield is not clear after using the windshield-washer or if a wiper blade chatters when running, wax or other mate- rial may be on the blade or windshield. Clean the outside of the windshield with a washer solution or a mild detergent. Your windshield is clean if beads do not form when rinsing with clear water. Clean each blade by wiping it with a cloth soaked in a washer solution or a mild de- tergent. Then rinse the blades with clear water. If your windshield is still not clear after cleaning the blades and using the wiper, replace the blades.
CAUTION Worn windshield wiper blades can damage the windshield and impair driver vision.
REPLACING Replace the wiper blades if they are worn. To replace the windshield wiper blades, fol- low the procedure below: 1. When the ignition switch is ON or within
60 seconds after placing the ignition switch from the ON to OFF position, place the windshield wiper and washer lever into the OFF position.
2. Rapidly lift the windshield wiper and washer lever OA upwards twice within 0.5 seconds. This action will cause the wipers to automatically take the service position.
3. Once the wipers are in the service posi- tion, push the release tab OB .
4. Move the wiper blade OC down the wiper arm and remove.
5. Insert the new wiper blade onto the wiper arm until it clicks into place.
6. Rotate the wiper blade so the dimple is in the groove.
7. Finally, lift the windshield wiper and washer lever to the mist position OD once and release. This action will cause the wipers to resume the set position.
CAUTION
• After wiper blade replacement, re- turn the wiper arm to its original po- sition; otherwise it may be damaged when the hood is opened.
• Make sure the wiper blades contact the glass; otherwise the arms may be damaged from wind pressure.
If you wax the surface of the hood, be care- ful not to let wax get into the washer nozzle OF . This may cause clogging or improper windshield-washer operation. If wax gets into the nozzle, remove it with a needle or small pin OE .
Rear window wiper blade If checking or replacement is required, it is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
BRAKES
If the brakes do not operate properly have the brakes checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
Self-adjusting brakes Your vehicle is equipped with self-adjusting brakes. The front and rear disc-type brakes self- adjust every time the brake pedal is applied.
WARNING Have your brake system checked if the brake pedal height does not return to normal. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
Brake pad wear indicators The disc brake pads on your vehicle have audible wear indicators. When a brake pad requires replacement, a high pitched scraping or screeching sound will be heard when the vehicle is in motion. The noise will be heard whether or not the brake pedal is depressed. Have the brakes checked as soon as possible if the wear indicator sound is heard.
Under some driving or climate conditions, occasional brake squeak, squeal or other noise may be heard. Occasional brake noise during light to moderate stops is nor- mal and does not affect the function or performance of the brake system.
Proper brake inspection intervals should be followed. For additional information re- garding brake inspections, see appropriate maintenance schedule information in the "Maintenance and schedules" section of this manual.
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