Nissan Murano: Precautions when starting and driving / Rapid air pressure loss
Rapid air pressure loss or a “blow-out” can
occur if the tire is punctured or is damaged
due to hitting a curb or pothole. Rapid air
pressure loss can also be caused by driving
on under-inflated tires.
Rapid air pressure loss can affect the handling
and stability of the vehicle, especially
at highway speeds.
Help prevent rapid air pressure loss by
maintaining the correct air pressure and
visually inspecting the tires for wear and
damage. For additional information, refer
to “Wheels and tires” in the “Do-it-yourself”
section of this manual. If a tire rapidly loses
air pressure or “blows-out” while driving,
maintain control of the vehicle by following
the procedure below. Please note that this
procedure is only a general guide. The vehicle
must be driven as appropriate based
on the conditions of the vehicle, road and
traffic.
WARNING
If there is a sudden loss of tire air pressure,
the vehicle will generally move or
pull in the direction of the flat tire. In this
situation, losing control of the vehicle
may cause a collision and result in personal
injury.
- To help avoid loss of control:
- Do not rapidly apply the brakes.
- Do not rapidly release the accelerator
pedal.
- Donot rapidly turn the steering wheel.
- Remain calm and do not overreact.
- Maintain a firm grip on the steering
wheel with both hands and try to hold a
straight course.
- When appropriate, slowly release the
accelerator pedal to gradually slow the
vehicle.
- Gradually steer the vehicle to a safe
location off the road and away from
traffic if possible.
- Lightly apply the brake pedal to gradually
stop the vehicle.
- Turn on the hazard warning flashers
and contact a roadside emergency
service to change the tire. For additional
information, refer to “Changing a
flat tire” in the “In case of emergency”
section of this manual.
While driving, the right side or left side
wheels may unintentionally leave the road
surface. If this occurs, maintain control of
the vehicle by following the procedure below...
WARNING
Never drive under the influence of alcohol
or drugs. Alcohol in the bloodstream
reduces coordination, delays reaction
time and impairs judgement...
Other information:
The auto-reverse function can be activated
when a window is closed by automatic
operation.
Depending on the environment or driving
conditions, the auto-reverse function
may be activated if an impact or
load similar to something being caught
in the window occurs...
WARNING
Do not ride in a moving vehicle when
the seatback is reclined. This can be
dangerous. The shoulder belt will not
be against your body. In an accident,
you could be thrown into it and receive
neck or other serious injuries.
You could also slide under the lap belt
and receive serious internal injuries...