Nissan Armada (2022 year). Manual in english — page 30

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In case of emergency

When towing your vehicle, all State (Pro-

vincial in Canada) and local regulations

for towing must be followed. Incorrect

towing equipment could damage your

vehicle. Towing instructions are available

from a NISSAN dealer. Local service op-

erators are familiar with the applicable

laws and procedures for towing. To

assure proper towing and to prevent

accidental damage to your vehicle,

NISSAN recommends that you have a

service operator tow your vehicle. It is

advisable to have the service operator

carefully read the following precautions.

WARNING

.

Never ride in a vehicle that is

being towed.

.

Never get under your vehicle after

it has been lifted by a tow truck.

CAUTION

.

When towing, make sure that the

transmission, axles, steering sys-

tem and powertrain are in work-

ing condition. If any of these

conditions apply, dollies or a

flatbed tow truck must be used.

.

Always attach safety chains be-

fore towing.

For information about towing your vehi-

cle behind a recreational vehicle (RV), see

“Flat towing” (P.10-35).

TOWING YOUR VEHICLE

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Two-Wheel Drive (2WD) models

TOWING RECOMMENDED BY

NISSAN
Two-Wheel Drive (2WD) models

NISSAN recommends that your vehicle be

towed with the driving (rear) wheels off

the ground or place the vehicle on a flat

bed truck as illustrated.

CAUTION

.

Never tow automatic transmis-

sion models with the rear wheels

on the ground or four wheels on

the ground (forward or back-

ward), as this may cause serious

and expensive damage to the

transmission. If it is necessary to

tow the vehicle with the front

wheels raised, always use towing

dollies under the rear wheels.

.

When towing rear wheel drive

models with the front wheels on

the ground or on towing dollies:

Place the ignition in the ACC or ON

position, and secure the steering

wheel in a straight-ahead posi-

tion with a rope or similar device.

In case of emergency

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In case of emergency

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Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) models

Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) models

NISSAN recommends that towing dollies

be used when towing your vehicle or the

vehicle be placed on a flat bed truck as

illustrated.

CAUTION

Never tow 4WD models with any of

the wheels on the ground as this

may cause serious and expensive

damage to the powertrain.

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Front

WAG0105X

Rear

VEHICLE RECOVERY (freeing a stuck

vehicle)

WARNING

.

Stand clear of a stuck vehicle.

.

Do not spin your tires at high

speed. This could cause them to

explode and result in serious in-

jury. Parts of your vehicle could

also overheat and be damaged.

Pulling a stuck vehicle

If your vehicle is stuck in sand, snow, mud,

etc., use a tow strap or other device

designed specifically for vehicle recovery.

Always follow the manufacturer’s instruc-

tions for the recovery device.
Attach the tow strap to the towing hook.

CAUTION

.

Tow chains or cables must be

attached only to the main struc-

tural members of the vehicle or

the towing hooks. Otherwise, the

vehicle body will be damaged.

.

Use the towing hook only to free

a vehicle stuck in sand, snow,

mud, etc. Never tow the vehicle

for a long distance using only the

towing hook.

.

The towing hook is under tre-

mendous force when used to free

a stuck vehicle. Never pull the

hook at an angle.

.

Always pull the cable straight out

from the front or rear of the

vehicle.

.

Pulling devices should be routed

so they do not touch any part of

the suspension, steering, brake or

cooling systems.

.

Pulling devices such as ropes or

canvas straps are not recom-

mended for use in vehicle towing

or recovery.

Rocking a stuck vehicle

If your vehicle is stuck in sand, snow, mud,

etc., use the following procedure:
1. Turn off the Vehicle Dynamic Control

(VDC) system.

2. Make sure the area in front and

behind the vehicle is clear of obstruc-

tions.

3. Turn the steering wheel right and left

to clear an area around the front tires.

4. Slowly rock the vehicle forward and

backward.

.

Shift back and forth between R

(Reverse) and D (Drive).

.

Apply the accelerator as little as

possible to maintain the rocking

motion.

.

Release the accelerator pedal be-

fore shifting between R and D.

.

Do not spin the tires above 35 MPH

(55 km/h).

5. If the vehicle cannot be freed after a

few tries, contact a professional tow-

ing service to remove the vehicle.

In case of emergency

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In case of emergency

This section describes the procedure for

manually shifting the vehicle into the 4WD

mode (4L position) in case of an emer-

gency.

WHEN 4WD WARNING LIGHT ILLU-

MINATES

If the 4WD warning light illuminates while

driving, there may be a malfunction in the

4WD system. Stop the vehicle and have

the vehicle checked as soon as possible. It

is recommended you contact a NISSAN

dealer for this service. (See “NISSAN all-

mode 4WD®” (P.5-124).)
When the vehicle is stuck on an uneven

road (desert, mud, etc.) and the 4WD

warning light is illuminated, be sure to

place the 4WD shift switch in the 4L

position. If only the rear wheels are

spinning, this means that the transfer

has not switched to the 4L position

electrically.
If this situation occurs, contact a dealer or

road assistance service for help. If an

immediate service is not available, per-

form the following procedure to switch to

the 4L position manually and free the

vehicle.

CAUTION

Only perform this procedure in an

emergency.
If the vehicle is driven for a long

period of time over a long distance

with a component detached, foreign

material such as water, sand, etc.

may enter from the opening and this

may cause a malfunction in the

drivetrain system. After freeing a

vehicle that has become stuck, it is

recommended you contact a NISSAN

dealer for inspection and repair.

WARNING

.

Ensure your safety before per-

forming the operations. The ve-

hicle may move unexpectedly.

.

Place the ignition switch in the

OFF position, apply the parking

brake and let the vehicle cool

down.

.

Do not perform the following

procedure immediately after

driving the vehicle. Parts such as

exhaust components, the trans-

mission, etc. are very hot and

may cause a burn injury.

.

Make sure that the parts that will

be operated as well as related

parts cool down before perform-

ing the operation.

.

Burrs or projecting portions of

metal components may cause

unexpected injury to your fingers

or arms. Pay special attention in

regard to your safety while re-

moving and installing these

parts. Wear work gloves and pro-

tective arm covers.

CAUTION

While removing and installing the

parts, prevent the removed parts

from getting dirty with water, dirt or

sand. Protect the parts using a cover

such as a clean cloth, etc.

FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD)

MANUAL SHIFTING (4WD models)

OPERATING PROCEDURE

Place the ignition switch in the OFF

position and apply the parking brake. Let

the vehicle cool down before performing

the following procedure.

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4WD shift motor assembly

1. Check that the ignition switch is in the

OFF position.

CAUTION

The following procedure includes the

removal of the electrical system

components. Therefore, make sure

that the ignition switch is in the OFF

position before proceeding.

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4WD shift motor harness connector

2. Unlock the upper lock

of the har-

ness connector of the 4WD shift motor

assembly, then remove the harness

connector.

3. Cover the connector to prevent it

from getting dirty, and then fasten

the connector to the vehicle using a

suitable rope so that the connector

does not contact the exhaust muffler,

etc.

In case of emergency

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6-22

In case of emergency

CAUTION

The connector must be fastened

securely. Not doing so may result in

damage to the connector due to

interference with other parts.

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4. Remove the 4 bolts

that secure the

4WD shift motor using the wrench

that is equipped in the vehicle.

5. Remove the 4WD shift motor assem-

bly.

CAUTION

Be careful not to allow the assembly

to contact water, dirt or sand.

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6. Completely insert the wrench into the

internal gear

of the transfer.

7. Fully turn the wrench clockwise

as

far as it will go. This shifts the transfer

to the 4L position.

8. Install the 4WD shift motor assembly.

Securely tighten the 4 bolts using the

wrench.

CAUTION

.

Do not connect the harness con-

nector of the 4WD shift motor

after the above procedure has

been performed.

.

The 4 bolts are tightened to

temporarily install the 4WD shift

motor so that water, dirt or sand

does not enter inside the system.

Therefore, they should only be

tightened to the proper tighten-

ing torque. It is recommended

you contact a NISSAN dealer for

inspection and repair.

9. With the 4WD system in the 4L posi-

tion, free the stuck vehicle. (See “Ve-

hicle recovery (freeing a stuck vehicle)”

(P.6-19) for details.)

CAUTION

After manually shifting the vehicle to

the 4L position, it is recommended

you contact a NISSAN dealer for

inspection and repair as soon as

possible.

In case of emergency

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7 Appearance and care

Cleaning exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 7-2

Washing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2
Waxing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2
Removing spots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 7-3
Underbody . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 7-3
Glass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3
Chrome parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4
Tire dressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 7-4

Cleaning interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 7-5

Air fresheners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-6
Floor mats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-6
Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 7-7

Corrosion protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8

Most common factors contributing to

vehicle corrosion. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 7-8
Environmental factors influence the rate

of corrosion. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 7-8
To protect your vehicle from corrosion. . . 7-8

7-2

Appearance and care

In order to maintain the appearance of

your vehicle, it is important to take proper

care of it.
To protect the paint surface, wash your

vehicle as soon as you can:

.

after a rainfall to prevent possible

damage from acid rain

.

after driving on coastal roads

.

when contaminants such as soot, bird

droppings, tree sap, metal particles or

bugs get on the paint surface

.

when dust or mud builds up on the

surface

Whenever possible, store or park your

vehicle inside a garage or in a covered

area.
When it is necessary to park outside, park

in a shady area or protect the vehicle with

a body cover.

Be careful not to scratch the paint

surface when putting on or removing

the body cover.

WASHING

Wash dirt off the vehicle with a wet

sponge and plenty of water. Clean the

vehicle thoroughly using a mild soap, a

special vehicle soap or general purpose

dishwashing liquid mixed with clean, lu-

kewarm (never hot) water.

CAUTION

.

Do not use car washes that use

acid in the detergent. Some car

washes, especially brushless

ones, use some acid for cleaning.

The acid may react with some

plastic vehicle components, caus-

ing them to crack. This could

affect their appearance, and also

could cause them not to function

properly. Always check with your

car wash to confirm that acid is

not used.

.

Do not wash the vehicle with

strong household soap, strong

chemical detergents, gasoline or

solvents.

.

Do not wash the vehicle in direct

sunlight or while the vehicle body

is hot, as the surface may become

water-spotted.

.

Avoid using tight-napped or

rough cloths, such as washing

mitts. Care must be taken when

removing caked-on dirt or other

foreign substances so the paint

surface is not scratched or da-

maged.

Rinse the vehicle again with plenty of

clean water.
Inside flanges, seams and folds on the

doors, hatches and hood are particularly

vulnerable to the effects of road salt.

Therefore, these areas must be regularly

cleaned. Make sure that the drain holes in

the lower edge of the door are open.

Spray water under the body and in the

wheel wells to loosen the dirt and wash

away road salt.
Avoid leaving water spots on the paint

surface by using a damp chamois to dry

the vehicle.

WAXING

Regular waxing protects the paint surface

and helps retain new vehicle appearance.

Polishing is recommended to remove

built-up wax residue and to avoid a

weathered appearance before reapplying

wax.
A NISSAN dealer can assist you in choos-

ing the proper product.

.

Wax your vehicle only after a thorough

washing. Follow the instructions sup-

plied with the wax.

.

Do not use a wax containing any

abrasives, cutting compounds or clea-

ners that may damage the vehicle

finish.

Machine compound or aggressive polish-

CLEANING EXTERIOR

ing on a base coat/clear coat paint finish

may dull the finish or leave swirl marks.

REMOVING SPOTS

Remove tar and oil spots, industrial dust,

insects, and tree sap as quickly as possi-

ble from the paint surface to avoid lasting

damage or staining. Special cleaning

products are available at a NISSAN dealer

or any automotive accessory stores.

UNDERBODY

In areas where road salt is used in winter,

the underbody must be cleaned regularly.

This will prevent dirt and salt from build-

ing up and causing the acceleration of

corrosion on the underbody and suspen-

sion. Before the winter period and again

in the spring, the underseal must be

checked and, if necessary, re-treated.

GLASS

Use glass cleaner to remove smoke and

dust film from the glass surfaces. It is

normal for glass to become coated with a

film after the vehicle is parked in the hot

sun. Glass cleaner and a soft cloth will

easily remove this film.

CAUTION

When cleaning the inside of the

windows, do not use sharp-edged

tools, abrasive cleaners or chlorine-

based disinfectant cleaners. They

could damage the electrical conduc-

tors, radio antenna elements or rear

window defroster elements.

WHEELS

Wash the wheels when washing the

vehicle to maintain their appearance.

.

Clean the inner side of the wheels

when the wheel is changed or the

underside of the vehicle is washed.

.

Inspect wheel rims regularly for dents

or corrosion. Such damage may cause

loss of pressure or poor seal at the tire

bead.

.

NISSAN recommends that the road

wheels be waxed to protect against

road salt in areas where it is used

during winter.

CAUTION

Do not use abrasive cleaners when

washing the wheels.

Aluminum alloy wheels

Wash regularly with a sponge dampened

in a mild soap solution, especially during

winter months in areas where road salt is

used. Salt could discolor the wheels if not

removed.

CAUTION

Follow the directions below to avoid

staining or discoloring the wheels:

.

Do not use a cleaner that uses

strong acid or alkali contents to

clean the wheels.

.

Do not apply wheel cleaners to

the wheels when they are hot.

The wheel temperature should be

the same as ambient tempera-

ture.

.

Rinse the wheel to completely

remove the cleaner within 15

minutes after the cleaner is ap-

plied.

Appearance and care

7-3

7-4

Appearance and care

Bright wheels (if so equipped)

The bright wheels use a different coating

process than typical aluminum alloy

wheel and they are not plated wheels.

These wheels are clear-coated and re-

quire the following special cleaning. They

should be regularly washed with a soft

sponge soaked in a lot of water. After

washing with water, wipe clean with a

dry, soft cloth and dry completely. When

there is chemical or tire wax, or dirt such

as an antifreeze agent on the surface,

wash them with water as soon as possi-

ble.

CAUTION

.

The surfaces of the wheels use a

different coating process than

typical aluminum alloy wheels.

Do not use aluminum alloy wheel

cleaners or abrasive cleaners to

clean the wheels. Using such

cleaners could damage the wheel

surfaces.

.

Do not use an automatic car wash

if the vehicle is equipped with

bright wheels. The wheel coating

may be damaged.

.

Do not use a brush to wash the

wheels if the vehicle is equipped

with bright wheels. The wheel

coating may be damaged.

CHROME PARTS

Clean chrome parts regularly with a non-

abrasive chrome polish to maintain the

finish.

TIRE DRESSING

NISSAN does not recommend the use of

tire dressings. Tire manufacturers apply a

coating to the tires to help reduce dis-

coloration of the rubber. If a tire dressing

is applied to the tires, it may react with

the coating and form a compound. This

compound may come off the tire while

driving and stain the vehicle paint.
If you choose to use a tire dressing, take

the following precautions:

.

Use a water-based tire dressing. The

coating on the tire dissolves more

easily with an oil-based tire dressing.

.

Apply a light coat of tire dressing to

help prevent it from entering the tire

tread/grooves (where it would be

difficult to remove).

.

Wipe off excess tire dressing using a

dry towel. Make sure the tire dressing

is completely removed from the tire

tread/grooves.

.

Allow the tire dressing to dry as

recommended by tire dressing manu-

facturer.

Occasionally remove loose dust from the

interior trim, plastic parts and seats using

a vacuum cleaner or soft bristled brush.

Wipe the vinyl and leather surfaces with a

clean, soft cloth dampened in mild soap

solution, then wipe clean with a dry soft

cloth.
Regular care and cleaning is required in

order to maintain the appearance of the

leather.
Before using any fabric protector, read

the manufacturer’s recommendations.

Some fabric protectors contain chemicals

that may stain or bleach the seat materi-

al.
Use a cloth dampened only with water, to

clean the meter and gauge lens.

WARNING

Do not use water or acidic cleaners

(hot steam cleaners) on the seat. This

can damage the seat or occupant

classification sensors. This can also

affect the operation of the air bag

system and result in serious perso-

nal injury.

CAUTION

.

Never use benzine, thinner, or any

similar material.

.

For cleaning, use a soft cloth,

dampened with water. Never use

a rough cloth, alcohol, benzine,

thinner or any kind of solvent or

paper towel with a chemical

cleaning agent. They will scratch

or cause discoloration to the lens.

.

Do not spray any liquid such as

water on the meter lens. Spraying

liquid may cause the system to

malfunction.

.

Small dirt particles can be abra-

sive and damaging to the leather

surfaces and should be removed

promptly. Do not use saddle soap,

car waxes, polishes, oils, cleaning

fluids, solvents, detergents or

ammonia-based cleaners as they

may damage the leather’s natural

finish.

.

Only use fabric protectors ap-

proved by NISSAN.

.

Do not use glass or plastic cleaner

on meter or gauge lens covers. It

may damage the lens cover.

.

Do not spill on or make contact

with interior surfaces while hand-

ling air fresheners, aroma agents,

cosmetics, sunscreen, etc. They

may cause permanent discolora-

tion, stain, crack, paint peeling,

etc. depending on the ingredi-

ents. If they contact the interior

surface, wipe them off immedi-

ately using a soft cloth.

.

Do not use the chlorine-based

cleaning liquid such as chlorine

dioxide and hypochlorous acid,

which may cause the paint peel-

ing, corrosion, etc. If it is unavoid-

able to clean or sterilize interior

surfaces, use less than 75% etha-

nol. Wipe the interior parts with a

dry cloth dampened with ethanol.

Wipe off ethanol completely. If

you leave it uncleaned, it may

cause paint peeling, discolora-

tion, etc. Since ethanol is flam-

mable, be careful of fire.

Appearance and care

7-5

CLEANING INTERIOR

7-6

Appearance and care

AIR FRESHENERS

Most air fresheners use a solvent that

could affect the vehicle interior. If you use

an air freshener, take the following pre-

cautions:

.

Hanging-type air fresheners can

cause permanent discoloration when

they contact vehicle interior surfaces.

Place the air freshener in a location

that allows it to hang free and not

contact an interior surface.

.

Liquid-type air fresheners typically clip

on the vents. These products can

cause immediate damage and disco-

loration when spilled on interior sur-

faces.

Carefully read and follow the manufac-

turer’s instructions before using air fresh-

eners.

FLOOR MATS

WARNING

To avoid potential pedal interference

that may result in a collision, injury

or death:

.

NEVER place a floor mat on top of

another floor mat in the driver

front position or install them up-

side down or backwards.

.

Use only genuine NISSAN floor

mats or equivalent floor mats

that are specifically designed for

use in your vehicle model and

model year.

.

Properly position the mats in the

floorwell using the floor mat po-

sitioning hooks. See “Floor mat

installation” (P.7-6).

.

Make sure the floor mat does not

interfere with pedal operation.

.

Periodically check the floor mats

to make sure they are properly

installed.

.

After cleaning the vehicle interior,

check the floor mats to make

sure they are properly installed.

The use of genuine NISSAN floor mats can

extend the life of your vehicle carpet and

make it easier to clean the interior. Mats

should be maintained with regular clean-

ing and replaced if they become exces-

sively worn.

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Front (example)

Floor mat installation

Your vehicle is equipped with floor mat

positioning hook(s). The number and

shape of the floor mat positioning hooks

for each seating position varies depend-

ing on the vehicle.
When installing genuine NISSAN floor

mats, follow the installation instructions

provided with the floor mat and the

following:
1. Position the floor mat in the floorwell

so that the mat grommet holes are

aligned with the hook(s).

2. Secure the grommet holes into the

hook(s) and ensure that the floor mat

is properly positioned.

3. Make sure the floor mat does not

interfere with pedal operation. With

the ignition in the OFF position and

the shift lever in the P (Park) position,

fully apply and release all pedals. The

floor mat must not interfere with

pedal operation or prevent the pedal

from returning to its normal position.

It is recommended you see a NISSAN

dealer for details about installing the

floor mats in your vehicle.

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Bracket positions

The illustration shows the location of the

floor mat positioning hooks.

SEAT BELTS

The seat belts can be cleaned by wiping

them with a sponge dampened in a mild

soap solution. Allow the belts to dry

completely before using them.
See “Seat belts” (P.1-20).

WARNING

Do not allow wet seat belts to roll up

in the retractor. NEVER use bleach,

dye, or chemical solvents to clean

the seat belts, since these materials

may severely weaken the seat belt

webbing.

Appearance and care

7-7

7-8

Appearance and care

MOST COMMON FACTORS CON-

TRIBUTING TO VEHICLE CORRO-

SION

.

The accumulation of moisture-retain-

ing dirt and debris in body panel

sections, cavities, and other areas.

.

Damage to paint and other protective

coatings caused by gravel and stone

chips or minor traffic accidents.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS INFLU-

ENCE THE RATE OF CORROSION
Moisture

Accumulation of sand, dirt and water on

the vehicle body underside can acceler-

ate corrosion. Wet floor coverings will not

dry completely inside the vehicle, and

should be removed for drying to avoid

floor panel corrosion.

Relative humidity

Corrosion will be accelerated in areas of

high relative humidity, especially those

areas where the temperatures stay above

freezing where atmospheric pollution ex-

ists, or where road salt is used.

Temperature

A temperature increase will accelerate

the rate of corrosion to those parts which

are not well ventilated.

Air pollution

Industrial pollution, the presence of salt in

the air in coastal areas, or heavy road salt

use will accelerate the corrosion process.

Road salt will also accelerate the disin-

tegration of paint surfaces.

TO PROTECT YOUR VEHICLE FROM

CORROSION

.

Wash and wax your vehicle often to

keep the vehicle clean.

.

Always check for minor damage to the

paint and repair it as soon as possible.

.

Keep drain holes at the bottom of the

doors open to avoid water accumula-

tion.

.

Check the underbody for accumula-

tion of sand, dirt or salt. If present,

wash with water as soon as possible.

CAUTION

.

NEVER remove dirt, sand or other

debris from the passenger com-

partment by washing it out with a

hose. Remove dirt with a vacuum

cleaner.

.

Never allow water or other liquids

to come in contact with electronic

components inside the vehicle as

this may damage them.

Chemicals used for road surface deicing

are extremely corrosive. They accelerate

corrosion and deterioration of underbody

components such as the exhaust system,

fuel and brake lines, brake cables, floor

pan and fenders.

In winter, the underbody must be

cleaned periodically.

For additional protection against rust and

corrosion, which may be required in some

areas, it is recommended you consult a

NISSAN dealer.

CORROSION PROTECTION