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4. Position the lap portion of the seat belt low and snug on the child’s hips. Be sure to follow the booster seat manufacturer’s in- structions for adjusting the seat belt routing. 5. Pull the shoulder belt portion of the seat belt toward the retractor to take up extra slack. Be sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the top, middle portion of the child’s shoulder. Be sure to follow the booster seat manufacturer’s instructions for adjusting the seat belt routing.


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Front passenger position


6. Follow the warnings, cautions and instruc- tions for properly fastening a seat belt shown in “Three-point seat belt with retrac- tor” earlier in this section.


7.


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If the booster seat is installed in the front passenger seat, push the ignition switch to the ON position. The front passenger air bag status light may or may not illuminate, depending on the size of the child and the type of booster seat being used. See “Front passenger air bag and status light” later in this section.


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SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM


PRECAUTIONS ON SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM This Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) sec- tion contains important information concerning the following systems: ● Driver and passenger supplemental front- impact air bag (NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System)


● Front seat-mounted side-impact supple-


mental air bag


● Roof-mounted curtain side-impact supple-


mental air bag


● Seat belt with pretensioner Supplemental front-impact air bag system: The NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System can help cushion the impact force to the head and chest of the driver and front passenger in certain frontal collisions. Front seat-mounted side-impact supple- mental air bag system: This system can help cushion the impact force to the chest and pelvic area of the driver and front passenger in certain side impact collisions. The side air bags are de- signed to inflate on the side where the vehicle is impacted. 1-42 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system


Roof-mounted curtain side-impact supple- mental air bag system: This system can help cushion the impact force to the head of occu- pants in front and rear outboard seating positions in certain side impact collisions. The curtain air bags are designed to inflate on the side where the vehicle is impacted. These supplemental restraint systems are de- signed to supplement the crash protection pro- vided by the driver and front passenger seat belts and are not a substitute for them. Seat belts should always be correctly worn and the occu- pant seated a suitable distance away from the steering wheel, instrument panel and door finish- ers. (See “Seat belts” earlier in this section for instructions and precautions on seat belt usage.) The supplemental air bags operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON posi- tion. After placing the ignition switch in the ON position, the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates. The supplemental air bag warning light will turn off after about 7
seconds if the system is operational.


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● The driver and front passenger seat belt buckles are equipped with sensors that detect if the seat belts are fastened. The Advanced Air Bag System monitors the severity of a collision and seat belt us- age then inflates the air bags. Failure to properly wear seat belts can increase the risk or severity of injury in an accident.


● The front passenger seat is equipped with an occupant classification sensor (pattern sensor) that turns the front passenger air bag OFF under some conditions. This sensor is only used in this seat. Failure to be properly seated and wearing the seat belt can increase the risk or severity of injury in an acci- dent. See “Front Passenger air bag and status light” later in this section.


● Keep hands on the outside of the steer- ing wheel. Placing them inside the steering wheel rim could increase the risk that they are injured when the front air bag inflates.


WARNING


● The front air bags ordinarily will not inflate in the event of a side impact, rear impact, rollover, or lower severity fron- tal collision. Always wear your seat belts to help reduce the risk or severity of injury in various kinds of accidents. ● The front passenger air bag will not inflate if the passenger air bag status light is lit or if the front passenger seat is unoccupied. See “Front passenger air bag and status light” later in this section.


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● The seat belts and the front air bags are most effective when you are sitting well back and upright in the seat. The front air bags inflate with great force. Even with the NISSAN Advanced Air Bag Sys- tem, if you are unrestrained, leaning forward, sitting sideways or out of posi- tion in any way, you are at greater risk of injury or death in a crash. You may also receive serious or fatal injuries from the front air bag if you are up against it when it inflates. Always sit back against the seatback and as far away as practi- cal from the steering wheel or instru- ment panel. Always use the seat belts.


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WARNING


● Never let children ride unrestrained or extend their hands or face out of the window. Do not attempt to hold them in your lap or arms. Some examples of dangerous riding positions are shown in the illustrations.


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WARNING


WARNING


● Children may be severely injured or killed when the front air bags, side air bags or curtain air bags inflate if they are not properly restrained. Pre-teens and children should be properly re- strained in the rear seat, if possible.


● Even with the NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System, never install a rear-facing child restraint in the front seat. An in- flating front air bag could seriously in- jure or kill your child. See “Child re- straints” earlier in this section for details.


Front seat-mounted side-impact supple- mental air bags and roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bags: ● The side air bags and curtain air bags ordinarily will not inflate in the event of a frontal impact, rear impact, rollover or lower severity side collision. Always wear your seat belts to help reduce the risk or severity of injury in various kinds of accidents.


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WARNING


● The seat belts, the side air bags and curtain air bags are most effective when you are sitting well back and upright in the seat with both feet on the floor. The side air bag and curtain air bag inflate with great force. Do not allow anyone to place their hand, leg or face near the side air bag on the side of the seatback of the front seat or near the side roof rails. Do not allow anyone sitting in the front seats or rear outboard seats to extend their hand out of the window or lean against the door. Some examples of dangerous riding positions are shown in the previous illustrations.


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WARNING


● When sitting in the rear seat, do not hold onto the seatback of the front seat. If the side air bag inflates, you may be seriously injured. Be especially careful with children, who should always be properly restrained. Some examples of dangerous riding positions are shown in the illustrations.


● Do not use seat covers on the front seatbacks. They may interfere with side air bag inflation.


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4. 5.


Roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bag inflators Roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bags Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bag modules Air bag Control Unit (ACU) Supplemental front-impact air bag modules


6. Crash zone sensor 7.


Seat belt buckle switches on driver’s and passenger’s side


8. Occupant classification sensor


(pattern sensor)


9. Occupant classification system control


unit


10. Seat belt with pretensioner 11. Side satellite sensor


Coupe


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NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System (front seats) This vehicle is equipped with the NISSAN Ad- vanced Air Bag System for the driver and front passenger seats. This system is designed to meet certification requirements under U.S. regu- lations. It is also permitted in Canada. However, all of the information, cautions and warn- ings in this manual still apply and must be followed. The driver supplemental front-impact air bag is located in the center of the steering wheel. The passenger supplemental front-impact air bag is mounted in the dashboard above the glove box. The front air bags are designed to inflate in higher severity frontal collisions, although they may in- flate if the forces in another type of collision are similar to those of a higher severity frontal impact. They may not inflate in certain frontal collisions. Vehicle damage (or lack of it) is not always an indication of proper front air bag system opera- tion. The NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System has dual stage air bag inflators. It also monitors informa- tion from the crash zone sensor, the Air bag Control Unit (ACU), seat belt buckle sensors and the occupant classification sensor (pattern sen- sor). Inflator operation is based on the severity of a collision and seat belt usage for the driver. For


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the front passenger, the occupant classification sensor is also monitored. Based on information from the sensors, only one front air bag may inflate in a crash, depending on the crash severity and whether the front occupants are belted or unbelted. Additionally, the front passenger air bag may be automatically turned OFF under some conditions, depending on the information provided by the occupant classification sensor. If the front passenger air bag is OFF, the passenger air bag status light will be illuminated (if the seat is unoccupied, the light will not be illuminated, but the air bag will be off). See “Front passenger air bag and status light” later in this section for further details. One front air bag inflating does not indicate improper performance of the system.


If you have any questions about your air bag system, please contact NISSAN or your NISSAN dealer. If you are considering modification of your vehicle due to a disability, you may also contact NISSAN. Contact information is contained in the front of this Owner’s Manual.


When a front air bag inflates, a fairly loud noise may be heard, followed by the release of smoke. This smoke is not harmful and does not indicate a fire. Care should be taken to not inhale it, as it may cause irritation and choking. Those with a history of a breathing condition should get fresh air promptly.


Front air bags, along with the use of seat belts, help to cushion the impact force on the face and chest of the front occupants. They can help save lives and reduce serious injuries. However, an inflating front air bag may cause facial abrasions or other injuries. Front air bags do not provide restraint to the lower body. Even with NISSAN advanced air bags, seat belts should be correctly worn and the driver and pas- senger seated upright as far as practical away from the steering wheel or instrument panel. The front air bags inflate quickly in order to help protect the front occupants. Because of this, the force of the front air bag inflating can increase the risk of injury if the occupant is too close to, or is against, the front air bag module during inflation. The front air bags deflate quickly after a collision. The front air bags operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON position. After placing the ignition switch in the ON position, the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates. The supplemental air bag warning light will turn off after about 7
seconds if the system is operational.


Front passenger air bag and status light


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WARNING


The front passenger air bag is designed to automatically turn OFF under some con- ditions. Read this section carefully to learn how it operates. Proper use of the seat, seat belt and child restraints is nec- essary for most effective protection. Fail- ure to follow all instructions in this manual concerning the use of seats, seat belts and child restraints can increase the risk or severity of injury in an accident.


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Status light


is The front passenger air bag status light located on the instrument panel above the radio controls. The light operates as follows:


● Unoccupied passenger’s seat: The


is OFF and the front passenger air bag is OFF and will not inflate in a crash.


● Passenger’s seat occupied by a small adult, child or child restraint as outlined in this section: The illuminates to indicate that the front passenger air bag is OFF and will not inflate in a crash.


● Occupied passenger seat and the passen- ger meets the conditions outlined in this section: The light is OFF to indicate that the front passenger air bag is opera- tional.


to certain front passenger seat occupants, such as children, by requiring the air bag to be auto- matically turned OFF.


The occupant classification sensor (pattern sen- sor) is in the front passenger seat cushion and is designed to detect an occupant and objects on the seat. For example, if a child is in the front passenger seat, the Advanced Air Bag System is designed to turn the passenger air bag OFF in accordance with the regulations. Also, if a child restraint of the type specified in the regulations is on the seat, the occupant classification sensor can detect it and cause the air bag to turn OFF.


Front passenger seat adult occupants who are properly seated and using the seat belt as out- lined in this manual should not cause the passen- ger air bag to be automatically turned OFF. For small adults it may be turned OFF, however if the occupant does not sit in the seat properly (for example, by not sitting upright, by sitting on an edge of the seat, or by otherwise being out of position), this could cause the sensor to turn the air bag OFF. Always be sure to be seated and wearing the seat belt properly for the most effec- tive protection by the seat belt and supplemental air bag. NISSAN recommends that pre-teens and chil- dren be properly restrained in a rear seat. NISSAN also recommends that appropriate child


Front passenger air bag The front passenger air bag is designed to auto- matically turn OFF when the vehicle is operated under some conditions as described below in accordance with U.S. regulations. If the front passenger air bag is OFF, it will not inflate in a crash. The driver air bag and other air bags in your vehicle are not part of this system. The purpose of the regulation is to help reduce the risk of injury or death from an inflating air bag 1-52 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system


restraints and booster seats be properly installed in a rear seat. If this is not possible, the occupant classification sensor is designed to operate as described above to turn the front passenger air bag OFF for specified child restraints as required by the regulations. Failing to properly secure child restraints and to use the ALR mode (child restraint mode) may allow the restraint to tip or move in an accident or sudden stop. This can also result in the passenger air bag inflating in a crash instead of being OFF. See “Child re- straints” earlier in this section for proper use and installation.


If the front passenger seat is not occupied, the passenger air bag is designed not to inflate in a crash. However, heavy objects placed on the seat could result in air bag inflation, because of the object being detected by the occupant clas- sification sensor. Other conditions could also result in air bag inflation, such as if a child is standing on the seat, or if two children are on the seat, contrary to the instructions in this manual. Always be sure that you and all vehicle occupants are seated and restrained properly.


Using the passenger air bag status light, you can monitor when the front passenger air bag is au- tomatically turned OFF with the seat occupied. The light will not illuminate when the front pas- senger seat is unoccupied.


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If an adult occupant is in the seat but the passen- ger air bag status light is illuminated (indicating that the air bag is OFF), it could be that the person is a small adult, or is not sitting on the seat properly. If a child restraint must be used in the front seat, the passenger air bag status light may or may not be illuminated, depending on the size of the child and the type of child restraint being used. If the air bag status light is not illuminated (indicating that the air bag might inflate in a crash), it could be that the child restraint or seat belt is not being used properly. Make sure that the child restraint is installed properly, the seat belt is used properly and the occupant is positioned properly. If the air bag status light is not illuminated, reposition the occupant or child restraint in a rear seat. If the passenger air bag status light will not illu- minate even though you believe that the child restraint, the seat belts and the occupant are properly positioned, the system may be sensing an unoccupied seat (in which case the air bag is OFF). Your NISSAN dealer can check that the system is OFF by using a special tool. However, until you have confirmed with your dealer that your air bag is working properly, reposition the occupant or child restraint in a rear seat.


The air bag system and passenger air bag status light will take a few seconds to register a change in the passenger seat status. However, if the seat becomes unoccupied, the air bag status light will remain off.


If a malfunction occurs in the front passenger air bag system, the supplemental air bag warning light , located in the meter and gauges area in the center of the instrument panel, will blink. Have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer. Other supplemental front-impact air bag precautions


WARNING


● Do not place any objects on the steer- ing wheel pad or on the instrument panel. Also, do not place any objects between any occupant and the steering wheel or instrument panel. Such ob- jects may become dangerous projec- tiles and cause injury if the front air bags inflate.


● Do not place objects with sharp edges on the seat. Also, do not place heavy objects on the seat that will leave per- manent impressions in the seat. Such objects can damage the seat or occu- pant classification sensor (pattern sen- sor). This can affect the operation of the air bag system and result in serious personal injury.


● Do not use water or acidic cleaners (hot steam cleaners) on the seat. This can damage the seat or occupant classifica- tion sensor. This can also affect the operation of the air bag system and result in serious personal injury.


● Immediately after


inflation, several front air bag system components will be hot. Do not touch them; you may se- verely burn yourself.


● No unauthorized changes should be made to any components or wiring of the supplemental air bag system. This is to prevent accidental inflation of the supplemental air bag or damage to the supplemental air bag system.


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● Tampering with the front air bag system may result in serious personal injury. Tampering includes changes to the steering wheel and the instrument panel assembly by placing material over the steering wheel pad and above the instrument panel or by installing additional trim material around the air bag system.


● Modifying or tampering with the front passenger seat may result in serious personal injury. For example, do not change the front seats by placing mate- rial on the seat cushion or by installing additional trim material, such as seat covers, on the seat that are not specifi- cally designed to assure proper air bag operation. Additionally, do not stow any objects under the front passenger seat or the seat cushion and seatback. Such objects may interfere with the proper operation of the occupant classifica- tion sensor.


● No unauthorized changes should be made to any components or wiring of the seat belt system. This may affect the front air bag system. Tampering with the seat belt system may result in seri- ous personal injury.


● Work on and around the front air bag system should be done by a NISSAN dealer. Installation of electrical equip- ment should also be done by a NISSAN dealer. The Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) wiring should not be modified or disconnected. Unautho- rized electrical test equipment and probing devices should not be used on the air bag system.


● A cracked windshield should be re- placed immediately by a qualified re- pair facility. A cracked windshield could affect the function of the supplemental air bag system.


● The SRS wiring harness connectors are easy


orange


for


yellow and identification.


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Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bag and roof- mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bag systems The side air bags are located in the outside of the seatback of the front seats. The curtain air bags are located in the side roof rails. These systems are designed to meet voluntary guidelines to help reduce the risk of injury to out-of-position occu- pants. However, all of the information, cau- tions and warnings in this manual still ap- ply and must be followed. The side air bags and curtain air bags are designed to inflate in higher severity side collisions, although they may


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inflate if the forces in another type of collision are similar to those of a higher severity side impact. They are designed to inflate on the side where the vehicle is impacted. They may not inflate in cer- tain side collisions.


Vehicle damage (or lack of it) is not always an indication of proper side air bag and curtain air bag operation. When the side air bags and curtain air bags inflate, a fairly loud noise may be heard, followed by release of smoke. This smoke is not harmful and does not indicate a fire. Care should be taken not to inhale it, as it may cause irritation and choking. Those with a history of a breathing con- dition should get fresh air promptly. Side air bags, along with the use of seat belts, help to cushion the impact force on the chest and pelvic area of the front occupants. Curtain air bags help to cushion the impact force to the head of occupants in the front and rear outboard seat- ing positions. They can help save lives and re- duce serious injuries. However, an inflating side air bag and curtain air bag may cause abrasions or other injuries. Side air bags and curtain air bags do not provide restraint to the lower body. The seat belts should be correctly worn and the driver and passenger seated upright as far as practical away from the side air bag. Rear seat passengers should be seated as far away as


practical from the door finishers and side roof rails. The side air bags and curtain air bags inflate quickly in order to help protect the front occu- pants. Because of this, the force of the side air bag and curtain air bag inflating can increase the risk of injury if the occupant is too close to, or is against, these air bag modules during inflation. The side air bags and curtain air bag will deflate quickly after the collision is over. The side air bags and curtain air bags op- erate only when the ignition switch is in the ON position.


After placing the ignition switch in the ON position, the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates. The supplemental air bag warning light will turn off after about 7
seconds if the system is operational.


WARNING


● Do not place any objects near the seat- back of the front seats. Also, do not place any objects (an umbrella, bag, etc.) between the front door finisher and the front seat. Such objects may become dangerous projectiles and cause injury if a side air bag inflates.


● Right after inflation, several side air bag and curtain air bag system components will be hot. Do not touch them; you may severely burn yourself.


● No unauthorized changes should be made to any components or wiring of the side air bag and curtain air bag systems. This is to prevent damage to or accidental inflation of the side air bag and curtain air bag or damage to the side air bag and curtain air bag systems. ● Do not make unauthorized changes to your vehicle’s electrical system, sus- pension system or side panel. This could affect proper operation of the side air bag and curtain air bag systems. ● Tampering with the side air bag system may result in serious personal injury. For example, do not change the front seats by placing material near the seat- backs or by installing additional trim material, such as seat covers, around the side air bag.


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● Work around and on the side air bag and curtain air bag system should be done by a NISSAN dealer. Installation of electrical equipment should also be done by a NISSAN dealer. The SRS wir- ing harnesses* should not be modified or disconnected. Unauthorized electri- cal test equipment and probing devices should not be used on the side air bag or curtain air bag system.


* The SRS wiring harness connectors are yellow and orange for easy identification.


When selling your vehicle, we request that you inform the buyer about the side air bag and curtain air bag systems and guide the buyer to the appropriate sections in this Owner’s Manual. Seat belts with pretensioners (Front seats)


WARNING


● The pretensioners cannot be reused af- ter activation. They must be replaced together with the retractor and buckle as a unit.


● If the vehicle becomes involved in a frontal collision but a pretensioner is not activated, be sure to have the pre- tensioner system checked and, if nec- essary, your NISSAN dealer.


replaced by


● No unauthorized changes should be made to any components or wiring of the pretensioner system. This is to pre- vent damage to or accidental activation of the pretensioners. Tampering with the pretensioner system may result in serious personal injury.


● Work around and on the pretensioner system should be done by a NISSAN dealer. Installation of electrical equip- ment should also be done by a NISSAN dealer. Unauthorized electrical test equipment and probing devices should not be used on the pretensioner system. ● If you need to dispose of a pretensioner or scrap the vehicle, contact a NISSAN dealer. Correct pretensioner disposal procedures are set forth in the appropri- ate NISSAN Service Manual. Incorrect disposal procedures could cause per- sonal injury.


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The pretensioner system activates in conjunction with the front air bag system. Working with the seat belt retractor, it helps tighten the seat belt when the vehicle becomes involved in certain types of collisions, helping to restrain front seat occupants.


The pretensioner is encased with the seat belt retractor. These seat belts are used the same way as conventional seat belts.


When a pretensioner activates, smoke is re- leased and a loud noise may be heard. This smoke is not harmful and does not indicate a fire. Care should be taken not to inhale it, as it may cause irritation and choking. Those with a history of a breathing condition should get fresh air promptly.


After pretensioner activation, load limiters allow the seat belt to release webbing (if necessary) to reduce forces against the chest.


the


supplemental


If any abnormality occurs in the pretensioner sys- tem, air bag warning light will not come on, will flash intermit- tently or will turn on for 7 seconds and remain on after the ignition switch has been placed in the ON or START position. In this case, the preten- sioner may not function properly. They must be checked and repaired. Take your vehicle to the nearest NISSAN dealer.


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SRS Air Bag Warning Labels (located on the sun visors) SRS Air Bag Warning Label (located on the door pillar)


SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG WARNING LABELS Warning labels about the supplemental front- impact air bag, front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bag and roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bag systems are placed in the vehicle as shown in the illustration.


SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT air bag warning light, The supplemental displaying in the instrument panel, moni- tors the circuits of the supplemental front-impact air bag, front seat-mounted side-impact supple- mental air bag, roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bag and seat belt pretensioner systems. The monitored circuits include the Air bag Control Unit (ACU), crash zone sensor, sat- ellite sensors, occupant classification system, front air bag modules, side air bag modules, curtain air bag modules, pretensioners and all related wiring.


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● The front air bag, side air bag, curtain air bag systems and the pretensioner system should be inspected by a NISSAN dealer if there is any damage to the front end or side portion of the vehicle.


● If you need to dispose of a supplemen- tal air bag or pretensioners or scrap the vehicle, contact a NISSAN dealer. Cor- rect supplemental air bag and preten- sioner system disposal procedures are set forth in the appropriate NISSAN Service Manual. Incorrect disposal pro- cedures could cause personal injury.


When the ignition is placed in the ON position, the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates for about 7 seconds and then turns off. This means the system is operational.


If any of the following conditions occur, the front air bag, side air bag and curtain air bag and pretensioner systems need servicing: ● The supplemental air bag warning light re-


mains on after approximately 7 seconds.


● The supplemental air bag warning light


flashes intermittently.


● The supplemental air bag warning light does


not come on at all.


Under these conditions, the front air bag, side air bag and curtain air bag or pretensioner systems may not operate properly. They must be checked and repaired. Take your vehicle to the nearest NISSAN dealer.


WARNING


If the supplemental air bag warning light is on, it could mean that the front air bag, side air bag, curtain air bag and/or preten- sioner systems will not operate in an ac- cident. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have your vehicle checked by a NISSAN dealer as soon as possible.


Repair and replacement procedure The front air bags, side air bags, curtain air bags and pretensioners are designed to inflate on a one-time-only basis. As a reminder, unless it is damaged, the supplemental air bag warning light remains illuminated after inflation has occurred. Repair and replacement of these supplemental air bag systems should be done only by a NISSAN dealer.


When maintenance work is required on the ve- hicle, the front air bags, side air bags, curtain air bags, pretensioners and related parts should be pointed out to the person performing the mainte- nance. The ignition should always be in the LOCK position when working under the hood or inside the vehicle.


WARNING


● Once a front air bag, side air bag, or curtain air bag has inflated, the air bag module will not function again and must be replaced. Additionally, if any of the front air bags inflate, the activated pretensioners must also be replaced. The air bag module and pretensioners should be replaced by a NISSAN dealer. The air bag module and pretensioners cannot be repaired.


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2 Instruments and controls


Instrument panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Meters and gauges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Speedometer and Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Engine coolant temperature gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Fuel gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Compass display (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Compass display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders . . . . . . 2-10
Checking bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Indicator lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Audible reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Vehicle information display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17
How to use the vehicle information display . . . . . . . 2-17
Security systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-25
Vehicle security system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-25
NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-26
Windshield wiper and washer switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-27
Switch operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-27


Rear window and outside mirror (if so equipped) defroster switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-28
Headlight and turn signal switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-29


Xenon headlights (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-29
Headlight control switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-29
Daytime running light system (Canada only) . . . . . . 2-32
Instrument brightness control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-32
Turn signal switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-33
Fog light switch (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-33
Hazard warning flasher switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-33
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-34
Heated seat (if so equipped). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-34
Traction Control System (TCS) off switch (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-35
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off switch (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-35
Power outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-36
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-37
Map pockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-37
Seatback pockets (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-37
Storage pouch (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-38
Sunglasses holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-38
Cup holders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-40
Glove box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-41
Console box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-41
Storage box (if so equipped). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-42


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Covered storage box. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-42
Grocery hooks (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-43
Cargo net (if so equipped). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-43
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-44
Power windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-44
Moonroof (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-46
Automatic moonroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-46
Interior light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-48
Console light (if so equipped). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-49
Map lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-50
Trunk light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-50


HomeLink姞 universal transceiver (if so equipped). . . . . 2-51
Programming HomeLink姞. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-51
Programming HomeLink姞 for Canadian customers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-52
Operating the HomeLink姞 universal transceiver. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-53
Programming trouble-diagnosis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-53
Clearing the programmed information . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-53
Rolling code programming. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-53
Reprogramming a single HomeLink姞 button . . . . . . 2-54
If your vehicle is stolen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-54


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INSTRUMENT PANEL


5.


6.


Driver supplemental air bag/horn (P. 1-42, P. 2-34) Cruise control main/set switch (P. 5-19)


7. Windshield wiper/washer switch


(P. 2-27) Ignition switch (P. 5-7) Hazard warning flasher switch (P. 2-33)


8. 9. 10. Front passenger air bag status light


(P. 1-51)


11. Front passenger supplemental air bag


(P. 1-42)


12. Glove box (P. 2-41) 13. Navigation system* (if so equipped)


(P. 4-2)


14. Heater and air conditioner (manual or


automatic) (P. 4-11, P. 4-18)


15. Shift selector (P. 5-11) 16. Audio system controls (if so equipped)/


Storage (if so equipped) (P. 4-21, P.2-42)


17. Tilt/telescopic steering wheel controls


(P. 3-28)


18. Vehicle information display controls


(P. 2-17)


19. Hood release (P. 3-24)


1. 2.


Vents (P. 4-10) Headlight/fog light (if so equipped)/turn signal switch (P. 2-29)


3.


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Steering wheel switch for audio control (if so equipped)/Bluetooth姞 hands-free phone system (if so equipped) (P. 4-44, P. 4-46, P. 4-61) 4. Meters and gauges (P. 2-3)


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METERS AND GAUGES


20. Traction Control System (TCS) OFF


switch (if so equipped) (P. 5-25) Trunk opener (P. 3-24) Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch (if so equipped) (P. 2-35) Intelligent Key port (P. 5-7)


*: Refer to the separate Navigation System Own- er’s Manual. See the page number indicated in paren- theses for operating details.


Tachometer Speedometer Fuel gauge Engine coolant temperature gauge


1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Odometer/twin trip odometer 6.


Twin trip odometer change button


7. 8.


Vehicle information display Instrument brightness control


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Speedometer


1. 2. Change button 3. Odometer/twin trip odometer


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SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER Speedometer The speedometer 䊊1 indicates vehicle speed in miles per hour (MPH) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Odometer/Twin trip odometer The odometer/twin trip odometer is displayed when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position. The odometer records the total distance the ve- hicle has been driven. The twin trip odometer records the distance of individual trips.


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Changing the display: Pushing the change button changes the display as follows:


→ Trip


→ Trip Trip Resetting the trip odometer: Pushing the change button for more than 1 sec- ond resets the currently displayed trip odometer to zero.


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CAUTION


If the gauge indicates coolant tempera- ture near the hot (H) end of the normal range, reduce vehicle speed to decrease temperature. If the gauge is over the nor- mal range, stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible. If the engine is over- heated, continued operation of the ve- hicle may seriously damage the engine. See “If your vehicle overheats” in the “In case of emergency” section for immediate action required.


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TACHOMETER The tachometer indicates engine speed in revo- lutions per minute (rpm). Do not rev engine into the red zone 䊊1 .


CAUTION


When engine speed approaches the red zone, shift to a higher gear or reduce en- gine speed. Operating the engine in the red zone may cause serious engine damage.


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ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE The gauge indicates the engine coolant tempera- ture. The engine coolant temperature is within the normal range 䊊1 when the gauge needle points within the zone shown in the illustration.


The engine coolant temperature varies with the outside air temperature and driving conditions.


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COMPASS DISPLAY (if so equipped)


This unit measures terrestrial magnetism and in- dicates the direction of the vehicle’s heading. With the ignition switch placed in the ON posi- tion, press the button as described in the chart below to activate various features of the automatic anti-glare rearview mirror.


Push and hold the button for about: 1 second


5 seconds


9 seconds


Feature: (Push button again for about 1 sec- ond to change settings)


Compass display toggles on/off Compass zone can be changed to correct false compass readings Compass enters calibration mode


For information about the automatic anti-glare feature, refer to “Automatic anti-glare rearview mirror” in the “Pre-driving checks and adjust- ments” section.


The located on the driver’s side of the vehicle.


indicates that the fuel-filler door is


CAUTION


● If


the vehicle runs out of


fuel, Malfunction Indicator Light the (MIL) may come on. Refuel as soon as possible. After a few driving trips, light should turn off. If the the light remains on after a few driving trips, have the vehicle inspected by a NISSAN dealer.


● For additional information, see “Mal- function Indicator Light (MIL)” later in this section.


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FUEL GAUGE The gauge indicates the approximate fuel level in the tank.


The gauge may move slightly during braking, turning, acceleration, or going up or down hills.


The gauge needle returns to E (Empty) after the ignition switch is placed in the OFF position.


The low fuel warning light comes on when the amount of fuel in the tank is getting low. Refill the fuel tank before the gauge regis- ters E (Empty).


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Once the desired zone number is displayed, stop pressing the button and the display will show compass direction within a few seconds.


NOTE: Use zone number 5 for Hawaii.


You can also calibrate the compass by driving your vehicle on your everyday route. The com- pass will be calibrated once it has tracked three complete circles. COMPASS DISPLAY


Push the button when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position. The direction will be displayed. Zone variation change procedure The difference between magnetic north and geo- graphical north is known as variance. In some areas, this difference can sometimes be great enough to cause false compass readings. Follow these instructions to set the variance for your particular location if this happens:


1. Establish your location on the zone map. Refer to the illustration. Record your zone number.


2. Place the ignition switch in the ON position.


3. Push the


button in for 5 seconds until the current zone entry number is displayed.


4. Press the


button repeatedly until the


desired zone entry number is displayed.


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Push the button for about 1 second when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position to toggle the compass display 䊊1 on or off. The display will indicate the direction of the vehicle’s heading. N: North E: East S: South W: West If the display reads “C”, calibrate the compass by driving the vehicle in three complete circles at less than 5 MPH (8 km/h).


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● If a magnet is located near the com- pass or the vehicle is driven where the terrestrial magnetism is disturbed, the compass display may not indicate the correct direction.


● In places where the terrestrial magne- tism is disturbed, the correction of the direction starts automatically.


Inaccurate compass direction:


The compass display is equipped with automatic correction function. If the correct direction is not shown, follow this procedure.


1. With the display turned on, press and hold switch for about 9 seconds. The


the display will read “C.”


2. Calibrate the compass by driving the vehicle in three complete circles at a maximum speed of 5 MPH (8 km/h).


3. After completing the circles the display


should return to normal.


● If the compass deviates from the correct indication soon after repeated adjustment, have the compass checked at an authorized NISSAN dealer.


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● The compass may not indicate the correct compass point in tunnels or while driving up or down a steep hill. (The compass returns to the correct compass point when the ve- hicle moves to an area where the geomag- netism is stabilized.)


CAUTION


● Do not install a ski rack, antenna, etc., which are attached to the vehicle by means of a magnet. They affect the op- eration of the compass.


● When cleaning the mirror, use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner. Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror as it may cause the liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing.


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WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND AUDIBLE REMINDERS


or


or


Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light


NISSAN Intelligent Key™ warning light


Security indicator light


Brake warning light


Seat belt warning light and chime


Slip indicator light (if so equipped)


Charge warning light


Supplemental air bag warning light


Traction Control System off indicator light (if so equipped)


Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) check warning light (if so equipped)


Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) position indicator light (if so equipped)


Turn signal/hazard indicator lights


Engine oil pressure warning light


Front passenger air bag status light


Vehicle Dynamic Control off indicator light (if so equipped)


Low tire pressure warning light


High beam indicator light (Blue)


Master warning light


Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)


CHECKING BULBS With all doors closed, apply the parking brake and place the ignition switch in the ON position without starting the engine. The following lights will come on:


or


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The following lights come on briefly and then go off:


or


If any light fails to come on, it may indicate a burned-out bulb or an open circuit in the electrical system. Have the system repaired promptly.


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WARNING LIGHTS


or


Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light


When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light illuminates and then turns off. This indicates the ABS is operational.


If the ABS warning light illuminates while the engine is running, or while driving, it may indicate the ABS is not functioning properly. Have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer.


If an ABS malfunction occurs, the anti-lock func- tion is turned off. The brake system then operates normally, but without anti-lock assistance. See ⬙Brake system⬙ in the ⬙Starting and driving⬙ sec- tion.


or


Brake warning light


This light functions for both the parking brake and the foot brake systems. Parking brake indicator


When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the light comes on when the parking brake is applied.


Low brake fluid warning light


When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the light warns of a low brake fluid level. If the light comes on while the engine is running with the parking brake not applied, stop the ve- hicle and perform the following:


1. Check the brake fluid level. Add brake fluid as necessary. See “Brake fluid” in the “Main- tenance and do-it-yourself” section of this manual.


2.


If the brake fluid level is correct, have the warning system checked by a NISSAN dealer.


WARNING


● Your brake system may not be working properly if the warning light is on. Driv- ing could be dangerous. If you judge it to be safe, drive carefully to the nearest service station for repairs. Otherwise, have your vehicle towed because driv- ing it could be dangerous.


● Pressing the brake pedal with the en- gine stopped and/or a low brake fluid level may increase your stopping dis- tance and braking will require greater pedal effort as well as pedal travel.


● If the brake fluid level


is below the MINIMUM or MIN mark on the brake fluid reservoir, do not drive until the brake system has been checked at a NISSAN dealer.


Charge warning light


If this light comes on while the engine is running, it may indicate the charging system is not func- tioning properly. Turn the engine off and check the drive belt. If the belt is loose, broken, missing, or if the light remains on, see a NISSAN dealer immediately.


CAUTION


Do not continue driving if the drive belt is loose, broken or missing.


Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) check warning light (if so equipped)


When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the light comes on for about 2 seconds. If the light comes on at any other time, it may indicate the CVT system is not functioning prop- erly. Have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer.


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TPMS malfunction:


If the TPMS is not functioning properly, the low tire pressure warning light will flash for approxi- mately 1 minute when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position. The light will remain on after the 1 minute. Have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer.


For additional information, see “Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)” in the “Starting and driving” section and “Tire pressure” in the “Main- tenance and do-it-yourself” section.


WARNING


● If the light does not illuminate with the ignition switch placed in the ON posi- tion, have the vehicle checked by a NISSAN dealer as soon as possible.


Engine oil pressure warning light


This light warns of low engine oil pressure. If the light flickers or comes on during normal driving, pull off the road in a safe area, stop the engine immediately and call a NISSAN dealer or other authorized repair shop. The engine oil pressure warning light is not designed to indicate a low oil level. Use the dipstick to check the oil level. See “Engine oil” in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section of this manual.


CAUTION


Running the engine with the engine oil pressure warning light on could cause se- rious damage to the engine almost imme- diately. Such damage is not covered by warranty. Turn off the engine as soon as it is safe to do so.


Low tire pressure warning light


Your vehicle is equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) that monitors the tire pressure of all tires except the spare.


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The low tire pressure warning light warns of low tire pressure or indicates that the TPMS is not functioning properly. After the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, this light illuminates for about 1 second and turns off. Low tire pressure warning: If the vehicle is being driven with low tire pressure, the warning light will illuminate. When the low tire pressure warning light illuminates, you should stop and adjust the tire pressure of all 4 tires to the recom- mended COLD tire pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label located in the driver’s door opening. The low tire pressure warning light does not automati- cally turn off when the tire pressure is ad- justed. After the tire is inflated to the rec- ommended pressure, the vehicle must be driven at speeds above 16 MPH (25 km/h) to activate the TPMS and turn off the low tire pressure warning light. Use a tire pres- sure gauge to check the tire pressure. For additional information, see “Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)” in the “Starting and driving” section and in the “In case of emergency” section.


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● If the light illuminates while driving, avoid sudden steering maneuvers or abrupt braking, reduce vehicle speed, pull off the road to a safe location and stop the vehicle as soon as possible. Driving with under-inflated tires may permanently damage the tires and in- crease the likelihood of tire failure. Se- rious vehicle damage could occur and may lead to an accident and could re- sult in serious personal injury. Check the tire pressure for all four tires. Adjust the tire pressure to the recommended COLD tire pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label located in the driver’s door opening to turn the low tire pressure warning light OFF. If the light still illuminates while driving after adjusting the tire pressure, a tire may be flat. If you have a flat tire, re- place it with a spare tire as soon as possible.


● When a spare tire is mounted or a wheel is replaced tire pressure will not be in- dicated, the TPMS will not function and the low tire pressure warning light will flash for approximately 1 minute. The light will remain on after 1 minute. Con- tact your NISSAN dealer as soon as possible for tire replacement and/or system resetting.


● Replacing tires with those not originally specified by NISSAN could affect the proper operation of the TPMS.


CAUTION


● The TPMS is not a substitute for the regular tire pressure check. Be sure to check the tire pressure regularly.


● If the vehicle is being driven at speeds of less than 16 MPH (25 km/h), the TPMS may not operate correctly.


● Be sure to install the specified size of


tires to the 4 wheels correctly.


Master warning light


This light comes on when various vehicle infor- mation display warnings appear.


NISSAN Intelligent Key™ warning light


The Intelligent Key warning light warns of a mal- function with the electrical steering lock system or the Intelligent Key system.


After the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, this light comes on for about 2 seconds and then turns off.


If the light comes on while the engine is stopped, it may not be possible to free the steering lock or to start the engine. If the light comes on while the engine is running, you can drive the vehicle. How- ever, in these cases, contact a NISSAN dealer for repair as soon as possible.


See “NISSAN Intelligent Key™ ” in the “Pre- driving checks and adjustments” section.


Seat belt warning light and chime


The light and chime remind you to fasten your seat belts. The light illuminates whenever the ignition switch is placed in the ON or START position and remains illuminated until the driver’s seat belt is fastened. At the same time, the chime sounds for about 6 seconds unless the driver’s seat belt is securely fastened.


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The seat belt warning light may also illuminate if the front passenger’s seat belt is not fastened when the front passenger’s seat is occupied. For 7 seconds after the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the system does not activate the warning light for the front passenger.


Refer to “Seat belts” in the “Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system” section for precautions on seat belt usage.


Supplemental air bag warning light


When the ignition switch is placed in the ON or START position, the supplemental air bag warn- ing light illuminates for about 7 seconds and then turns off. This means the system is operational.


If any of the following conditions occur, the front air bag, side air bag, curtain air bag, and preten- sioner systems need servicing and your vehicle must be taken to a NISSAN dealer: ● The supplemental air bag warning light re-


mains on after approximately 7 seconds.


● The supplemental air bag warning light


flashes intermittently.


● The supplemental air bag warning light does


not come on at all.


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Unless checked and repaired, the supplemental restraint system (air bag system) and/or the pre- tensioners may not function properly. For addi- tional details, see “Supplemental restraint sys- tem” in the “Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system” section of this manual.


WARNING


If the supplemental air bag warning light is on, it could mean that the front air bag, side air bag, curtain air bag systems (if so equipped) and/or pretensioner systems will not operate in an accident. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have your vehicle checked by a NISSAN dealer as soon as possible.


INDICATOR LIGHTS For additional information on warnings and indi- cators, see “Vehicle information display” later in this section.


Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) position indicator light (if so equipped)


tor position. See “Driving the vehicle” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.


Front passenger air bag status light


The front passenger air bag status light ( will be lit and the passenger front air bag will be OFF depending on how the front passenger seat is being used.


For front passenger air bag status light operation, see “Front passenger air bag and status light” in the “Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system” section of this manual. High beam indicator light (blue)


This blue light comes on when the headlight high beams are on and goes out when the low beams are selected. The high beam indicator light also comes on when the passing signal is activated.


Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)


When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, this indicator light shows the shift selec-


If this indicator light comes on steady or blinks while the engine is running, it may indicate a potential emission control malfunction.


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The Malfunction Indicator Light may also come on steady if the fuel-filler cap is loose or missing, or if the vehicle runs out of fuel. Check to make sure the fuel-filler cap is installed and closed tightly, and that the vehicle has at least 3 gallons (11.4 liters) of fuel in the fuel tank.


light should After a few driving trips, the turn off if no other potential emission control system malfunction exists.


If this indicator light comes on steady for 20
seconds and then blinks for 10 seconds when the engine is not running, it indicates that the vehicle is not ready for an emission control sys- tem inspection/maintenance test. See “Readi- ness for inspection/maintenance (I/M) test” in the “Technical and consumer information” section of this manual. Operation


The Malfunction Indicator Light will come on in one of two ways:


● Malfunction Indicator Light on steady — An emission control system malfunction has been detected. Check the fuel-filler cap. If the fuel-filler cap is loose or missing, tighten or install the cap and continue to drive the light should turn off after vehicle. The a few driving trips. If the light does not turn off after a few driving trips, have the vehicle inspected by a NISSAN dealer. You do not need to have your vehicle towed to the dealer.


● Malfunction Indicator Light blinking — An engine misfire has been detected which may damage the emission control system. To re- duce or avoid emission control system dam- age:


– 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 a NISSAN dealer. You do not need to have your vehicle towed to the dealer.


CAUTION


Continued vehicle operation without hav- ing the emission control system checked and repaired as necessary could lead to poor driveability, reduced fuel economy, and possible damage to the emission con- trol system.


Security indicator light


This light blinks when the ignition switch is placed in the OFF, LOCK or ACC position.


The blinking security indicator light indicates that the security systems equipped on the vehicle are operational. For additional tems” later in this section.


information, see “Security sys-


Slip indicator light (if so equipped)


This indicator light will blink when the traction control system (if so equipped) or vehicle dy- namic control system is limiting wheel spin. Slip- pery road conditions may exist if the slip indicator blinks on. If this happens, adjust your driving accordingly. The slip indicator light also comes on when you place the ignition switch in the ON position. The Instruments and controls 2-15


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light will turn off after about 2 seconds if the system is operational. If the light does not come on or does not go off, have the Traction Control System checked by a NISSAN dealer.


Traction Control System off indicator light (if so equipped)


This indicator light comes on when the traction control off switch is pushed to OFF. This indi- cates the Traction Control System is not operat- ing.


Push the traction control off switch again or re- start the engine and the system will operate nor- mally. See “Traction Control System (TCS)” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.


The traction control light also comes on when you place the ignition switch in the ON position. The light will turn off after about 2 seconds if the Traction Control System (TCS) is operational. If the light stays on or comes on along with the SLIP indicator light while you are driving, have the Traction Control System checked by a NISSAN dealer.


While the Traction Control System is operating, you might feel slight vibration or hear the system working when starting the vehicle or accelerat- ing, but this is normal.


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Turn signal/hazard indicator lights


The appropriate light flashes when the turn signal switch is activated.


Both lights flash when the hazard switch is turned on.


Vehicle Dynamic Control off indicator light (if so equipped) This indicator light comes on when the Vehicle Dynamic Control off switch is pushed to OFF. This indicates the Vehicle Dynamic Control has been turned off. Push the Vehicle Dynamic Control off switch again or restart the engine and the system will operate normally. See “Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system” in the “Starting and driving” sec- tion of this manual. The Vehicle Dynamic Control light also comes on when you place the ignition switch in the ON position. The light will turn off after about 2 sec- onds if the system is operational. If the light stays on or comes on along with the SLIP indicator light while you are driving, have the Vehicle Dynamic Control system checked by a NISSAN dealer. While the Vehicle Dynamic Control system is operating, you might feel slight vibration or hear


the system working when starting the vehicle or accelerating, but this is normal. AUDIBLE REMINDERS Brake pad wear warning The disc brake pads have audible wear warnings. When a disc 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. NISSAN Intelligent Key™ door buzzer The Intelligent Key door buzzer sounds if the Intelligent Key is left inside the vehicle when locking the doors. When the buzzer sounds, be sure to check both the vehicle and the Intelligent Key. See “NISSAN Intelligent Key™ ” in the “Pre- driving checks and adjustments” section. Key reminder chime A chime sounds if the driver’s door is opened while the ignition switch is placed in the ACC or OFF position or placed in the OFF or LOCK position with the Intelligent Key left in the Intelli- gent Key port. Make sure the ignition switch is placed in the LOCK position, and take the Intel- ligent Key with you when leaving the vehicle.


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VEHICLE INFORMATION DISPLAY


Light reminder chime With the ignition switch placed in the OFF posi- tion, a chime sounds when the driver’s door is opened if the headlights or parking lights are on. Turn the headlight control switch off before leav- ing the vehicle.


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The vehicle information display 䊊1 is located on the bottom of the speedometer. It displays such items as: ● cruise control system information ● Intelligent Key operation information ● some indicators and warnings ● other information For details about the Intelligent Key, see “NISSAN Intelligent Key™” in the “Pre-driving checks and adjustments” section.


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HOW TO USE THE VEHICLE INFORMATION DISPLAY Press the button, located on the instru- ment panel just behind the steering wheel, to display the following modes: MPG → MPG/MPH → Time/Miles → Range → Exterior Temperature → Setting → Warning


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Fuel Economy mode The fuel economy mode can be selected to dis- play the instant fuel economy since the last reset.


Average speed mode The average speed mode can be selected to display the average miles per gallon and miles per hour since the last reset.


Time/Miles (km) mode The time/miles (km) mode can be selected to show the time and distance driven since the last reset.


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Range mode The range mode can be selected to give you an estimation of the distance that can be driven before refueling. The range is constantly calcu- lated based on the amount of fuel in the fuel tank and the actual fuel consumption.


Exterior Temperature mode The exterior temperature mode can be selected to provide you with the temperature outside of your vehicle.


Setting mode The setting mode allows you to set reminders or preferences for alerts, maintenance intervals or language displays.


to move


In the setting mode screen press to: ● Alert ● Maintenance ● Display


and press


to select the menu.


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Alert mode The alert mode allows you to set alerts notifying you of time to rest or icy conditions. The time to rest alert lets you know when you have been traveling for a long time and may need a break. The icy alert notifies you that icy driving condi- tions may exist.


Reset mode The reset mode can be selected in any screen that allows for preferences to be programmed. Once the screen is selected, you have the option to reset the selected distances or time to a new setting.


Maintenance mode The maintenance mode allows you to set alerts for the reminding of maintenance intervals for the following: ● engine oil ● oil filter ● tires ● other


Set a desired interval by pushing to high- light the maintenance field and pressing The reset mode will open up and allow you to enter the desired distance.


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Display mode The LANGUAGE/UNIT screen will appear when selecting and pressing Language: English or French Unit: US — mile, °F, MPG


“Language/Unit”


the


key


Metric — km, °C, L/100 km


button and pressing


You can select the language and unit using the The settings are automatically saved when you exit the menu by pressing the BACK button or any other mode button.


Warning mode The warning mode can be selected to view any warnings that may be present. Once the screen is selected you have the option of skipping the warning or viewing it in detail. Warnings can be present for issues such as an open door or low fuel. For more information about potential warnings see “Vehicle Information Dis- play indicator lights and warnings” later in this section.


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Vehicle information display warnings and indicators 1. Door and trunk open warning 2. Push warning (CVT models) 3. Low fuel warning 2-22 Instruments and controls


4. Low windshield washer fluid warning


8. Cruise main switch indicator


5. No key warning


6. Parking brake warning

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