1998 Nissan Quest Owner's Manual - Page 90
1998 Nissan Quest Manual
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CRUISE indicator blinks, have the system checked by an authorized NISSAN dealer. or Malfunction indicator light (MIL) Key reminder chime The chime sounds if the driver's or passenger's door is opened while the key is left in the ignition switch. Remove the key and take it with you when leaving the vehicle. If the malfunction indicator light comes on steady or blinks while the engine is running, it may indicate a potential emission control problem. The malfunction indicator light may also come on steady or blink if the fuel filler cap has not been closed tightly or if the fuel tank is nearly empty. Check to make sure the fuel cap is secure and that you have at least three gallons of fuel in the fuel tank. After driving for a while, the light should remain off if no other potential emission control system problem exists. Light reminder chime A chime sounds when the driver's or passenger's door is opened if the headlight control switch is turned on (ignition switch is turned OFF). The chime will not sound when the Autolamp (if so equipped) shut-off delay is activated. Refer to the ''Autolamp Switch'' instructions later in this owner's manual. Turn the headlight control switch to OFF when you leave the vehicle. engine misfire has been detected which may damage the emission control system. To reduce or avoid emission control system damage: ● do not drive at speeds above 45 MPH (72 km/h). ● avoid hard acceleration or deceleration. ● avoid steep uphill grades. ● if possible, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled or towed. The malfunction indicator light may stop blinking and come on steady. Have the vehicle inspected by an authorized NISSAN dealer. You do not need to have your vehicle towed to the dealer. CAUTION Continued vehicle operation without having the emission control system checked and repaired as necessary could lead to poor driveability, reduced fuel economy, and possible damage to the emission control system. Some conditions may cause the malfunction indicator light to come on steady or blink. Examples are as follows: Instruments and controls 2-9 Operation The malfunction indicator light will come on in one of two ways: 1. Malfunction indicator light on steady - An emission control system malfunction has been detected. Have the vehicle inspected by an authorized NISSAN dealer. You do not need to have your vehicle towed to the dealer. 2. Malfunction indicator light blinking - An Brake pad wear warning The disc brake pads have audible wear warnings. When a brake pad requires replacement, it makes a high pitched scraping sound when the vehicle is in motion whether or not the brake pedal is depressed. Have the brakes checked as soon as possible if the warning sound is heard.