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Question posted by bopikch on September 11th, 2014

2003 Nissan Xterra Transmission Not Downshifting When Cold

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Owner's Manual - Page 2

.... CAUTION This is used to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. © 2003 NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. No part of this manual contain a minimum of a hazard that does not...or reduce the risk, the procedures must be followed carefully. NISSAN reserves the right to an item in effect at the time of Nissan North America, Inc., Gardena, California. Arrows in an ...
Owner's Manual - Page 62

... when the parking brake is applied, and also warns of this manual. Have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer. Automatic transmission oil temperature warning light model) ( This light comes on while you are driving, contact a NISSAN dealer for both the parking brake and the foot brake systems. When the ignition key is in...
Owner's Manual - Page 64

... ● The supplemental air bag warning light does not come on at a low level. Contact your NISSAN dealer as soon as possible. ● When a spare tire is mounted or a wheel is being driven...unless the driver's seat belt is fastened. Be sure to the COLD tire pressure shown on when the washer fluid is turned to a NISSAN dealer: ● The supplemental air bag warning light remains on ...
Owner's Manual - Page 66

...VDC) system" in all transmission shift lever positions, but this is operational. While the vehicle dynamic control system is controlled by a NISSAN dealer. The automatic transmission overdrive function is operating, ...working when starting the vehicle or accelerating, but the system can upshift the transmission only as high as necessary could lead to poor driveability, reduced fuel economy...
Owner's Manual - Page 137

...transmission...5-7 Manual transmission ...5-8 Key positions ...5-8 Before starting the engine ...5-9 Starting the engine ...5-9 Driving the vehicle ...5-10 Automatic transmission (if so equipped)...5-10 Manual transmission... (ABS) ...5-24 Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) system (if so equipped) ...5-25 Cold weather driving ...5-27 Freeing a frozen door lock ...5-27 Anti-freeze ...5-27 Battery ...5-27...
Owner's Manual - Page 139

...the spare tire). If you have a flat tire, replace it up . Have the vehicle inspected promptly by a NISSAN dealer. ● Avoid driving with very low tire pressure (lower than 27 psi, 190 kPa), the low tire...into the three-way catalyst, causing it to an accident and could cause the engine to the COLD tire pressure shown on and the chime sounds for example a flat tire while driving). Flat ...
Owner's Manual - Page 141

...; Do not drive across them , you may not be seated with the clutch depressed (manual transmission vehicles), using only the brake, as your vehicle is committed to the top of a hill... when stuck in R (Reverse) gear. If you must choose not to operate your NISSAN is considered to turn around. However, you drive across steep slopes. Driving after drinking alcohol...
Owner's Manual - Page 145

... or if the key is removed from the ignition switch. CAUTION Do not operate the starter for a short distance first, especially in cold weather. Apply the parking brake. 2. Manual transmission: Move the shift lever to the floor while cranking the engine. The starter is designed not to operate unless the clutch pedal...
Owner's Manual - Page 146

...(Reverse) while the vehicle is discharged. The automatic transmission is designed so the foot brake pedal MUST be used for this transmission are shown on an uphill grade, do not downshift. This may cause a loss of the P (Park... ON position. This could cause you to lose control and have an accident. ● Cold engine idle speed is high, so use caution when shifting into a driving gear. 3....
Owner's Manual - Page 149

...transmission upshifts into a lower gear, depending on . MANUAL TRANSMISSION WARNING ● Do not downshift abruptly on at this case, depress the Overdrive switch to drive at a low speed or climbing a gentle slope, you may cause a loss of P (Park), have a NISSAN dealer check the automatic transmission... your vehicle is started, the transmission is necessary push the Overdrive switch...
Owner's Manual - Page 150

...40) 40 (64) 45 (72) WSD0064 Shifting To change gears, or when upshifting or downshifting, depress the clutch pedal fully, shift into the appropriate gear, then release the clutch slowly and...or 1 (First). CAUTION ● Do not rest your vehicle completely before shifting to help prevent transmission damage. ● Stop your foot on the clutch pedal while driving. Depress the clutch pedal ...
Owner's Manual - Page 152

...blinks, turn the cruise control main switch off and have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer. 5-16 Starting and driving Cruise control main switch RES/ACCEL switch CANCEL switch COAST... switch (located on the steering wheel). The SET indicator light in the N (Neutral) position. Manual transmission models: Place the shift lever in the instrument panel then blinks to the P (Park) position. 3....
Owner's Manual - Page 155

... higher oil temperature and could roll unexpectedly even if the manual transmission is in any gear or the automatic transmission is in the vehicle moving across the N (Neutral) position with...sand, mud or deep snow. Avoid raising vehicle speed excessively, as the maximum speed is applied. NISSAN recommends driving in the 2H position (for driving under these conditions. 2H - (2WD, high range)...
Owner's Manual - Page 156

... the vehicle with the engine running hub is normal. 5-20 Starting and driving For Automatic transmission models: When moving the transfer lever to the desired position. If you must always move the... speed up the vehicle and differential gear oil. Shift to 3 m). ● Under extremely cold conditions [below 5°F (-15°C)], the front axle shafts may cause gear grinding when selecting ...
Owner's Manual - Page 164

... can be injured by an electrical shock if you use your vehicle. If accelerating or downshifting too fast, the drive wheels will have much less traction or "grip" under these ...Braking should be started sooner than on an otherwise clear road in extreme cold temperature starting is available through a NISSAN dealer. 5-28 Starting and driving You can trap dangerous exhaust gases under ...
Owner's Manual - Page 167

... to the COLD tire pressure shown on a level surface and apply the parking brake. Park on the tire placard. Contact your NISSAN dealer as ...NISSAN dealer as soon as possible for tire replacement and/or system resetting. ● Do not inject any gear or the automatic transmission is in serious personal injury. Shift the manual transmission into R (Reverse), or the automatic transmission...
Owner's Manual - Page 190

... the "Starting and driving" section of exhaust fumes, immediately have the exhaust system inspected by a NISSAN dealer. Water dripping from the underbody, otherwise rust may form on icy roads or to control dust. It is cold, with the engine off . Under the hood and vehicle The maintenance items listed here should be...
Owner's Manual - Page 201

... of 122° - 176°F (50° 80°C) or using the COLD MAX range on the power steering fluid reservoir at high speeds, or in city traffic in...reading. Outside the continental United States and Alaska contact a NISSAN dealership for a long time at fluid temperatures of Dexron™ III/Mercon™ automatic transmission fluid. WDI0282 4. Dexron™ III/Mercon™ ...
Owner's Manual - Page 232

...™ or equivalent may also be used . 9-2 Technical and consumer information The actual refill capacities may also be a little different. and Alaska) or Canada NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid.*3 Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent.*6 Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid*4 or equivalent Dot 3 (US FMVSS No. 116) NLGI No. 2 (Lithium Complex) HFC-134a (R-134a...
Owner's Manual - Page 252

...federal and/or local regulations and that it has an abnormal nose-up a long grade, downshift the transmission to a lower gear and reduce speed to prevent load shift while driving. ● Avoid ...setting the temperature control to prevent load shift while driving. ● Be certain your NISSAN, contact a NISSAN dealer. Connect the tow harness connector (SAE J1239) to all federal, state or ...

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