Tire chains must be installed only on the rear wheels and not on the front wheels Do not drive with tire chains on paved roads which are clear of snow Driving with chains in such conditions can cause damage to the various mechanisms of the vehicle due to some overstress When driving on clear paved roads be sure to change to 2WD 4 For four wheel drive If you install snow tires they must also be the same size brand construction and tread pattern on all four wheels.
If the vehicle is to be left outside without anti freeze drain the cooling system by opening the drain valves located under the radiator and on the engine block Refill before operating the vehicle See Engine cooling system in the 8 Do it yourself section for Changing Engine Coolant 5 34 Starting and driving 00 1 10 R50 D V5 CAUTION ONLY use spare tires specified for each four wheel drive model very hard to drive on The vehicle will have a lot less traction or grip under these conditions Try to avoid driving on wet ice until the road is salted or sanded Whatever the condition drive with caution Accelerate and slow down with care If accelerating or downshifting too fast the drive wheels will lose even more traction Allow more stopping distance under these conditions Braking should be started sooner than on dry pavement Allow greater following distances on slippery roads Watch for slippery spots glare ice These may appear on an otherwise clear road in shaded areas If a patch of ice is seen ahead brake before reaching it Try not to brake while actually on the ice and avoid any sudden steering maneuvers Do not use cruise control on slippery roads Snow can trap dangerous exhaust gases under your vehicle Keep snow clear of the exhaust pipe and from around your vehicle SPECIAL WINTER EQUIPMENT It is recommended that the following items be carried in the vehicle during winter A scraper and stiff bristled brush to remove ice and snow from the windows and wiper blades A sturdy flat board to be placed under the jack to give it firm support A shovel to dig the vehicle out of snowdrifts Extra window washer fluid to refill the reservoir tank ENGINE BLOCK HEATER if so equipped An engine block heater to assist extreme cold temperature starting is available through your NISSAN dealer.
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1997 Nissan Quest Owners Manual
If present wash with water as soon as possible 6 5 7 Do it yourself operations Maintenance precautions 7 2 Engine compartment check locations 7 3 Engine cooling system 7 4 Checking engine coolant level 7 4 Changing engine coolant 7 5 Engine oil 7 5 Checking engine oil level 7 5 Changing engine oil 7 6 Changing engine oil filter 7 7 Automatic transmission fluid ATF 7 8 Temperature conditions for checking ATF 7 8 Power steering fluid 7 9 Brake fluid 7 10 Window washer fluid 7 10 Battery 7 11 Jump starting 7 12 Drive belts 7 12 Spark plug replacement.
Air cleaner housing filter 7 13 Wiper blades 7 14 Parking brake check 7 16 Brake pedal 7 16 Brake booster 7 17 Fuses 7 17 Fusible links 7 18 Light bulbs 7 19 Headlights 7 19 Bulb replacement 7 21 Wheels and tires 7 25 Types of tires 7 26 Tire chains 7 26 MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS When performing any inspection or maintenance work on your vehicle always take care to prevent serious accidental injury to yourself or damage to the vehicle The following are general precautions which should be closely observed WARNING Park the vehicle on a level surface apply the parking brake securely and block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving Move the gearshift lever to N neutral Be sure the ignition key is OFF when performing any replacement or repair Be sure to turn the ignition key to the OFF or LOCK position When the ignition key is in the ON or ACC position the cooling fan may start to operate suddenly even when the engine is not running To avoid injury always disconnect the negative battery cable before working near the fan If you must work with the engine running keep your hands clothing hair and tools away from moving fans belts and any other moving parts It is advisable to remove ties and any jewelry such as rings watches etc before working on your vehicle If you must run the engine in an enclosed space such as a garage be sure there is proper ventilation for exhaust gases Never get under the vehicle while it is supported only by a jack If it is necessary to work under the vehicle support it with safety stands Keep smoking materials flame and sparks away from fuel and the battery On gasoline engine models with the multiport fuel injection MFI system the fuel filter or fuel lines should be serviced by a NISSAN dealer because the fuel lines are under high pressure even when the engine is off 7 2 CAUTION Do not work under the hood while the engine is hot Turn off the engine and wait until it cools down Never connect or disconnect either the battery or any transistorized component connector while the ignition is ON Avoid contact with used engine oil Improperly disposed motor oil and or other vehicle fluids can hurt the environment Always conform to local regulations for disposal of vehicle fluid This Do it yourself operations section gives instructions regarding only those items which are relatively easy for an owner to perform
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Air cleaner housing filter 7 13 Wiper blades 7 14 Parking brake check 7 16 Brake pedal 7 16 Brake booster 7 17 Fuses 7 17 Fusible links 7 18 Light bulbs 7 19 Headlights 7 19 Bulb replacement 7 21 Wheels and tires 7 25 Types of tires 7 26 Tire chains 7 26 MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS When performing any inspection or maintenance work on your vehicle always take care to prevent serious accidental injury to yourself or damage to the vehicle The following are general precautions which should be closely observed WARNING Park the vehicle on a level surface apply the parking brake securely and block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving Move the gearshift lever to N neutral Be sure the ignition key is OFF when performing any replacement or repair Be sure to turn the ignition key to the OFF or LOCK position When the ignition key is in the ON or ACC position the cooling fan may start to operate suddenly even when the engine is not running To avoid injury always disconnect the negative battery cable before working near the fan If you must work with the engine running keep your hands clothing hair and tools away from moving fans belts and any other moving parts It is advisable to remove ties and any jewelry such as rings watches etc before working on your vehicle If you must run the engine in an enclosed space such as a garage be sure there is proper ventilation for exhaust gases Never get under the vehicle while it is supported only by a jack If it is necessary to work under the vehicle support it with safety stands Keep smoking materials flame and sparks away from fuel and the battery On gasoline engine models with the multiport fuel injection MFI system the fuel filter or fuel lines should be serviced by a NISSAN dealer because the fuel lines are under high pressure even when the engine is off 7 2 CAUTION Do not work under the hood while the engine is hot Turn off the engine and wait until it cools down Never connect or disconnect either the battery or any transistorized component connector while the ignition is ON Avoid contact with used engine oil Improperly disposed motor oil and or other vehicle fluids can hurt the environment Always conform to local regulations for disposal of vehicle fluid This Do it yourself operations section gives instructions regarding only those items which are relatively easy for an owner to perform
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