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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


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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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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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4. Low windshield washer fluid warning


8. Cruise main switch indicator


5. No key warning


6. Parking brake warning


7. Shift P warning (CVT models)


9. Cruise set switch indicator


10. Engine start operation indicator (CVT mod-


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11. Engine start operation indicator (MT mod-


els)


12. NISSAN Intelligent Key™ insertion indicator 13. NISSAN Intelligent Key™ removal indicator 14. NISSAN Intelligent Key™ battery discharge


indicator


15. Steering lock release malfunction indicator Door and trunk open warning This warning illuminates when a door or the trunk has been opened when the engine is running. Push warning (CVT models) After the Shift P warning illuminates, the Push warning will illuminate if the ignition switch is placed in the ACC position when the shift selec- tor is moved to the P (Park) position. See “Shift P warning (CVT models)” in this sec- tion for additional information. To turn off the Push warning, place the ignition switch in the ON position and then in the LOCK position. Low fuel warning This warning illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is getting low. Refuel as soon as it is convenient, preferably before the fuel gauge reaches E (Empty). There will be a small re-


serve of fuel in the tank when the fuel gauge needle reaches E (Empty).


Low windshield washer fluid warning


This warning illuminates when the windshield washer fluid is at a low level. Add windshield washer fluid as necessary. See “Window washer fluid” in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section of this manual. No key warning


This warning illuminates following two condi- tions:


1. When the ignition switch is pushed and the Intelligent Key cannot be recognized by the system. If this warning illuminates, you can- not start the engine.


Check for the following causes and perform the assigned remedies:


– The battery of the Intelligent Key carried with you is discharged completely. Re- place the battery with a new one.


– The Intelligent Key carried with you is not registered to the system. Use the regis- tered Intelligent Key.


– You do not have an Intelligent Key with


you. Carry an Intelligent Key with you.


2. When the door is closed with the Intelligent Key left outside the vehicle and the ignition switch is placed in the ACC or ON position. A chime will also sound.


Parking brake warning This warning illuminates when the parking brake is set and the vehicle is driven. SHIFT P warning (CVT models) This warning illuminates when the ignition switch is pushed to stop the engine with the shift selec- tor in any position except in the P (Park) position. If this warning illuminates, the ignition switch is placed in the OFF position. Move the shift selec- tor to the P (Park) position or place the ignition switch in the ON position. An inside warning chime will also sound. If the shift selector is moved to the P (Park) position, the Push warning will appear. Refer to “Push warning (CVT models)” in this section. For additional information about Intelligent Key, see “NISSAN Intelligent Key™ ” in the “Pre- driving checks and adjustments” section. Cruise main switch indicator This indicator illuminates when the cruise control main switch is pushed. The indicator turns off when the main switch is pushed again. When the Instruments and controls 2-23


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Steering lock release malfunction indica- tor This indicator illuminates when the steering wheel cannot be released from the LOCK posi- tion. If this indicator illuminates, push the ignition switch while lightly turning the steering wheel right and left.


cruise main switch indicator cruise control system is operational. Cruise set switch indicator


illuminates,


This indicator illuminates while the vehicle speed is controlled by the cruise control system. If the indicator blinks while the engine is running, it may indicate the cruise control system is not function- ing properly. Have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer. Engine start operation indicator (CVT mod- els)


This indicator illuminates when the ignition switch is placed in the LOCK, OFF, ACC or ON position with the shift selector in the P (Park) position.


This indicator means that the engine will start by pushing the push-button ignition switch with the brake pedal depressed. Engine start operation indicator (MT mod- els)


This indicator illuminates when the ignition switch is placed in the LOCK, OFF, ACC or ON position with the shift selector in neutral and the parking brake on.


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the


NISSAN Intelligent Key™ insertion indica- tor


This indicator illuminates when the Intelligent Key needs to be inserted into the Intelligent Key port. (For example, the Intelligent Key battery is dis- charged.)


If this indicator illuminates, insert the Intelligent Key into the Intelligent Key port in the correct direction. See “Push-button ignition switch” in the “Starting and driving” section. NISSAN Intelligent Key™ removal indicator


This indicator illuminates when the driver’s door is opened with the ignition switch placed in the OFF position and the Intelligent Key placed in the Intelligent Key port. A key reminder chime also sounds.


If this indicator illuminates, remove the Intelligent Key from the Intelligent Key port and take it with you when leaving the vehicle. NISSAN Intelligent Key™ battery discharge indicator


This indicator illuminates when the Intelligent Key battery is running out of power.


If this indicator illuminates, replace the battery with a new one. See “Intelligent Key battery” in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section.


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SECURITY SYSTEMS


exterior vehicle components in all situations. Al- ways secure your vehicle even if parking for a brief period. Never leave your Intelligent Key in the vehicle, and always lock the vehicle when unattended. Be aware of your surroundings, and park in secure, well-lit areas whenever possible.


Many devices offering additional protection, such as component locks, identification markers, and tracking systems, are available at auto supply stores and specialty shops. Your NISSAN dealer may also offer such equipment. Check with your insurance company to see if you may be eligible for discounts for various theft protection features. How to arm the vehicle security system 1. Close all windows. (The system can be armed even if the windows are open.) 2. Remove the Intelligent Key from the vehicle. 3. Close all doors, hood and trunk. Lock all doors. The doors can be locked with the Intelligent Key, door handle request switch, power door lock switch or mechanical key. light comes on. The security light stays on for about 30 seconds. The vehicle security sys- tem is now pre-armed. After about 30 sec- onds the vehicle security system automati-


the security indicator


4. Confirm that


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cally shifts into the armed phase. The security light begins to flash once every 3
seconds. If, during the 30-second pre-arm time period, the driver’s door is unlocked by the key or the keyfob, or the ignition switch is placed in the ACC or ON position, the sys- tem will not arm.


● Even when the driver and/or passen- gers are in the vehicle, the system will activate with all the doors, hood and trunk lid locked with the ignition switch placed in the LOCK position. When placing the ignition switch in the ACC or ON position, the system will be released.


Vehicle security system activation The vehicle security system will give the following alarm: ● The headlights blink and the horn sounds


intermittently.


● The alarm automatically turns off after ap- proximately 50 seconds. However, the alarm reactivates if the vehicle is tampered with again. The alarm can be shut off by unlocking the driver’s door or trunk lid with the key, or button on the Intelli- by pressing the gent Key.


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The alarm is activated by: ● opening the door or trunk lid without using the key or Intelligent Key (even if the door is unlocked by releasing the door inside lock switch).


How to stop an activated alarm The alarm stops only by unlocking the driver’s door or the trunk lid with the key, pressing button on the Intelligent Key, or press- the ing the request switch on the driver’s or passen- ger’s door with the Intelligent Key in range of the door handle. NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM The NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System will not allow the engine to start without the use of a registered key. Never leave these keys in the vehicle.


Statement related to Section 15 of FCC Rules for NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer Sys- tem


This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the follow- ing two conditions; 2-26 Instruments and controls


(1) This device may not cause harmful in- terference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including inter- ference that may cause undesired opera- tion of the device. CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT EX- PRESSLY APPROVED BY THE PARTY RE- SPONSIBLE FOR COMPLIANCE COULD VOID THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPER- ATE THE EQUIPMENT.


LIC0474


Security indicator light The security indicator light blinks whenever the ignition switch is placed in the OFF, LOCK or ACC position. This function indicates the NISSAN Ve- hicle Immobilizer System is operational. If the NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System is mal- functioning, the light will remain on while the ignition switch is placed in the ON position. If the light still remains on and/or the en- gine will not start, see a NISSAN dealer for NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System ser- vice as soon as possible. Please bring all registered keys that you have when visiting your NISSAN dealer for service.


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● Pre-mix washer fluid concentrates with water to the manufacturer’s recom- mended levels before pouring the fluid into the window washer reservoir tank. Do not use the window washer reservoir tank to mix the washer fluid concen- trate and water.


WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH


LIC1061


SWITCH OPERATION The windshield wiper and washer switch oper- ates when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position. Push the lever down to operate the wiper at the following speed: 䊊1


Intermittent — intermittent operation can be adjusted by turning the switch toward 䊊A (Slower) or 䊊B (Faster). Also, for vehicles equipped with speed dependent wipers, the intermittent operation speed varies in accor- dance with the vehicle speed. (For example, when the vehicle speed is high, the intermit- tent operation speed will be faster.)


䊊2
Low — continuous low speed operation 䊊3 High — continuous high speed operation Push the lever up 䊊4 to have one sweep opera- tion of the wiper. Pull the lever toward you 䊊5
to operate the washer. The wiper will also operate several times.


WARNING


In freezing temperatures the washer solu- tion may freeze on the windshield and obscure your vision which may lead to an accident. Warm the windshield with the defroster before you wash the windshield.


CAUTION


● Do not operate the washer continu-


ously for more than 30 seconds.


● Do not operate the washer if the reser-


voir tank is empty.


● Do not fill the window washer reservoir tank with washer fluid concentrates at full strength. Some methyl alcohol based washer fluid concentrates may permanently stain the grille if spilled while filling the window washer reser- voir tank.


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REAR WINDOW AND OUTSIDE MIRROR (if so equipped) DEFROSTER SWITCH


Type A


Type B


Type C


LIC1218


WIC1475


WIC1460


NOTE: The top and bottom few rows of wires on the rear window are not part of the rear window defroster system. These wires make up the antenna for the audio system.


To defrost the rear window glass and outside mirrors (if so equipped), start the engine and push the rear window defroster switch on. The rear window defroster light on the switch comes on. Push the switch again to turn the defroster off.


indicator


The rear window defroster automatically turns off after approximately 15 minutes.


CAUTION


When cleaning the inner side of the rear window, be careful not to scratch or dam- age the rear window defroster.


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HEADLIGHT AND TURN SIGNAL SWITCH


XENON HEADLIGHTS (if so equipped)


WARNING


ᏘHIGH VOLTAGE


● When xenon headlights are on, they produce a high voltage. To prevent an electric shock, never attempt to modify or disassemble. Always have your xe- non headlights replaced at a NISSAN dealer.


● Xenon headlights provide considerably more light than conventional head- lights. If they are not correctly aimed, they might temporarily blind an oncom- ing driver or the driver ahead of you and cause a serious accident. If headlights are not aimed correctly, immediately take your vehicle to a NISSAN dealer and have the headlights adjusted correctly.


When the xenon headlight is initially turned on, its brightness or color varies slightly. However, the color and brightness will soon stabilize.


● The life of xenon headlights will be shortened by frequent on-off opera- tion. It is generally desirable not to turn off the headlights for short intervals (for example, when the vehicle stops at a traffic signal). Even when the daytime running lights are active (Canada only), the xenon headlights do not turn on. This way the life of the xenon head- lights is not reduced.


● If the xenon headlight bulb is close to burning out, the brightness will drasti- cally decrease, the light will start blink- ing, or the color of the light will be- come reddish. If one or more of the above signs appear, contact a NISSAN dealer.


Type A


LIC1085


HEADLIGHT CONTROL SWITCH Lighting 䊊1 When turning the switch to the


posi- tion, the front parking, tail, license plate and instrument panel lights come on. 䊊2 When turning the switch to the


posi- tion, the headlights come on and all the other lights remain on.


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LIC1064


LIC1063


Type C


Type B


CAUTION


Use the headlights with the engine run- ning to avoid discharging the vehicle battery.


LIC1086


Autolight system (if so equipped) The autolight system allows the headlights to be set so they turn on and off automatically. The autolight system can: ● Turn on the headlights, front parking, tail, license plate and instrument panel lights au- tomatically when it is dark.


● Turn off all the lights when it is light. ● Keep all the lights on for 45 seconds after you place the ignition switch in the OFF position and all doors are closed.


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To turn on the autolight system: 1. Turn the headlight switch to the AUTO posi-


tion 䊊1 .


2. Push the push-button ignition switch to the


ON position.


3. The autolight system automatically turns the


headlights on and off.


Initially, if the ignition switch is placed in the OFF position and a door is opened and left open, the headlights remain ON for 5 minutes. If another door is opened during the 5 minutes, then the 5
minute timer is reset. To turn the autolight system off, turn the switch to the OFF,


position.


, or


LIC1068
Be sure you do not put anything on top of the autolight sensor located on the top side of the instrument panel. The autolight sen- sor controls the autolight; if it is covered, the autolight sensor reacts as if it is dark out and the headlights will illuminate. If this occurs while parked with the engine off and the ignition switch placed in the ON position, your vehicle’s battery could be- come discharged.


LIC1087


Headlight beam select 䊊1 To select the high beam function, push the lever forward. The high beam lights come on and the


light illuminates.


䊊2 Pull the lever back to select the low beam. 䊊3 Pulling and releasing the lever flashes the


headlight high beams on and off.


Battery saver system If the ignition switch is placed in the OFF position while the headlight switch is in the or 5 minutes.


position, the headlights will turn off after


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CAUTION


WARNING


Even though the battery saver feature au- tomatically turns off the headlights after a period of time, you should turn the head- light switch to the OFF position when the engine is not running to avoid discharging the vehicle battery.


DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT SYSTEM (Canada only) The headlights automatically illuminate at a re- duced intensity when the engine is started with the parking brake released. The daytime running lights operate with the headlight switch in the position. Turn the OFF position or in the headlight switch to the position for full illumination when driving at night.


If the parking brake is applied before the engine is started, the daytime running lights do not illumi- nate. The daytime running lights illuminate when the parking brake is released. The daytime run- ning lights will remain on until the ignition switch is placed in the OFF position.


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When the daytime running light system is active, tail lights on your vehicle are not on. It is necessary at dusk to turn on your headlights. Failure to do so could cause an accident injuring yourself and others.


LIC1066


INSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESS CONTROL The instrument cluster illuminates when the igni- tion switch is placed in the ON position. The instrument brightness control operates when the the AUTO, Turn the control left or right to adjust the bright- ness of the instrument panel lights when driving at night.


headlight or


position.


control


switch


in


is


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HAZARD WARNING FLASHER SWITCH


LIC0394
Push the switch on to warn other drivers when you must stop or park under emergency condi- tions. All turn signal lights flash.


WARNING


● If stopping for an emergency, be sure to


move the vehicle well off the road.


● Do not use the hazard warning flashers while moving on the highway unless unusual circumstances force you to drive so slowly that your vehicle might become a hazard to other traffic.


● Turn signals do not work when the haz-


ard warning flasher lights are on.


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LIC1088


TURN SIGNAL SWITCH Turn signal 䊊1 Move the lever up or down to signal the turning direction. When the turn is com- pleted, the turn signals cancel automatically.


Lane change signal 䊊2 To signal a lane change, move the lever up or down to the point where the indicator light begins to flash, but the lever does not latch.


position.


LIC1089
FOG LIGHT SWITCH (if so equipped) To turn the fog lights on, turn the headlight switch to the position, then turn the fog light switch to the To turn the fog lights on with the headlight switch in the AUTO position (if so equipped), the head- lights must be on, then turn the fog light switch to the To turn the fog lights off, turn the fog light switch to the OFF position. The headlights must be on and the low beams selected for the fog lights to operate. The fog lights automatically turn off when the high beam headlights are selected.


position.


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HORN


HEATED SEAT (if so equipped)


The flashers will operate with the ignition switch placed in any position. Some state laws may prohibit the use of the hazard warning flasher switch while driving.


LIC1069
To sound the horn, push the center pad area of the steering wheel.


WARNING


Do not disassemble the horn. Doing so could affect proper operation of the supplemental front air bag system. Tam- pering with the supplemental front air bag system may result in serious personal injury.


WIC1483
The front seats are warmed by built-in heaters (if so equipped). The switches are located on the center console. 1. Start the engine. 2. Push the low or high position of the switch, as desired, depending on the temperature. The indicator light in the switch will illuminate. The heater is controlled by a thermostat, automatically turning the heater on and off. The indicator light will remain on as long as the switch is on.


3. When the seat is warmed or before you leave


the vehicle, be sure to turn the switch off.


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CAUTION


● Do not use the seat heater for extended periods or when no one is using the seat.


● Do not put anything on the seat which insulates heat, such as a blanket, cush- ion, seat cover, etc. Otherwise, the seat may become overheated.


● Do not place anything hard or heavy on the seat or pierce it with a pin or similar object. This may result in damage to the heater.


● Any liquid spilled on the heated seat should be removed immediately with a dry cloth.


● When cleaning the seat, never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, or any simi- lar materials.


● If any abnormalities are found or the heated seat does not operate, turn the switch off and have the system checked by your NISSAN dealer.


● The battery could run down if the seat heater is operated while the engine is not running.


TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM (TCS) OFF SWITCH (if so equipped)


VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC) OFF SWITCH (if so equipped)


LIC0451
The vehicle should be driven with the Traction Con- trol System (TCS) on for most driving conditions.


If the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, the TCS reduces the engine output to reduce wheel spin. The engine speed will be reduced even if the accelerator is depressed to the floor. If maximum engine power is needed to free a stuck vehicle, turn the TCS off. To turn off the TCS, push the TCS OFF switch. The Push the TCS OFF switch again or restart the engine to turn ON the system. See “Traction Control System (TCS) (if so equipped)” in the “Starting and driving” section.


indicator will come on.


WIC0534
The vehicle should be driven with the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system on for most driv- ing conditions. If the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, the VDC system reduces the engine output to reduce wheel spin. The engine speed will be reduced even if the accelerator is depressed to the floor. If maximum engine power is needed to free a stuck vehicle, turn the VDC system off. To turn off the VDC system, push the VDC OFF switch. The Push the VDC OFF switch again or restart the engine to turn on the system. See “Vehicle Dy- namic Control (VDC) system (if so equipped)” in the “Starting and driving” section.


indicator will come on.


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POWER OUTLET


LIC1070
Instrument panel Type A (if so equipped) The power outlets are for powering electrical accessories such as cellular telephones. They are rated at 12 volt, 120W (10A) maximum. The console outlet is powered directly by the vehi- cle’s battery.


LIC1071
Instrument panel Type B (if so equipped)


CAUTION


● The outlet and plug may be hot during


or immediately after use.


● Only certain power outlets are designed for use with a cigarette lighter unit. Do not use any other power outlet for an accessory lighter. See your NISSAN dealer for additional information.


● Do not use with accessories that ex- ceed a 12 volt, 120W (10A) power draw. Do not use double adapters or more than one electrical accessory.


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● Use power outlets with the engine run- ning to avoid discharging the vehicle battery.


● Avoid using power outlets when the air conditioner, headlights or rear window defroster is on.


● Before inserting or disconnecting a plug, be sure the electrical accessory being used is turned OFF.


● Push the plug in as far as it will go. If good contact is not made, the plug may overheat or the internal temperature fuse may open.


● When not in use, be sure to close the cap. Do not allow water to contact the outlet.


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STORAGE


Console box


WIC1262


Open the lower half of the console box to access the power outlet. Refer to “Console box” in this section.


MAP POCKETS


WIC1263


LIC0016


SEATBACK POCKETS (if so equipped) The seatback pockets are located on the back of the driver’s and passenger’s seats. The pockets can be used to store maps.


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CAUTION


● Do not use for anything other than


sunglasses.


● Do not leave sunglasses in the sun- glasses holder while parking in direct sunlight. The heat may damage the sunglasses.


LIC1242


LIC1074


STORAGE POUCH (if so equipped) A storage pouch is located on the front of the driver’s and passenger’s seats.


SUNGLASSES HOLDER To open the sunglasses holder, push and release. Only store one pair of sunglasses in the holder.


WARNING


Do not store angular, sharp, heavy objects or objects that cannot fully fit inside the pouch because they might increase the likelihood of an injury in a crash.


WARNING


Keep the sunglasses holder closed while driving to prevent an accident.


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Front - Type A


Front - Type B


Rear (sedan)


LIC1075


LIC1105


WRS0167


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CAUTION


● Avoid abrupt starting and braking when the cup holder is being used to prevent spilling the drink. If the liquid is hot, it can scald you or your passenger.


● Use only soft cups in the cup holder. Hard objects can injure you in an accident.


Rear (coupe)


LIC1219


CUP HOLDERS To open the front cup holders, push the cup holder lid. To close, lower the cup holder lid and push down until it clicks in place.


The plastic insert (if so equipped) may be re- moved to accommodate a larger cup size or for cleaning.


The rear center cup holders are located in the rear fold-down armrest (sedan) or in the rear arm rest (coupe).


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WIC1216


Soft bottle holder


Soft bottle holder


CAUTION


● Do not use bottle holder for any other objects that could be thrown about in the vehicle and possibly injure people during sudden braking or an accident. ● Do not use bottle holder for open liquid


containers.


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WIC1076


WIC1120


WIC1121


GLOVE BOX Open the glove box by pulling the handle. Use the master key when locking 䊊1 or unlocking 䊊2 the glove box.


WARNING


Keep glove box lid closed while driving to help prevent injury in an accident or a sudden stop.


CONSOLE BOX


Upper half Pull up on the driver’s side latch to open the upper half of the console box. The mat (if so equipped) may be removed for cleaning. The upper half of the console box may be used for storage of cellular phones. An access hole is provided at the front of the upper half of the console box for phone cord routing to the power outlet.


Lower half Pull up on the passenger’s side latch to open the lower half of the console box. A power outlet is located inside the console box. The mat (if so equipped) may be removed for cleaning.


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LIC1477


LIC1090


LIC1078


STORAGE BOX (if so equipped)


Type A


COVERED STORAGE BOX Push the center of the lid to open.


Type B


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LIC0748
GROCERY HOOKS (if so equipped) The grocery hooks are located in the trunk and can be used to hang a standard size plastic grocery bag.


CAUTION


Do not apply a total load of more than 20
lbs (9 kg) to a single grocery hook.


WIC1264


CARGO NET (if so equipped)


WARNING


Properly secure all cargo with ropes or straps to help prevent it from sliding or shifting. In a sudden stop or collision, un- secured cargo could cause personal injury.


The cargo net helps keep packages in the cargo area from moving around while the vehicle is in motion.


LIC0802
To install the cargo net, attach the net to the retainers. To remove the cargo net, detach the net from the cargo net retainers.


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WINDOWS


POWER WINDOWS


WARNING


● Make sure that all passengers have their hands, etc. inside the vehicle while it is in motion and before closing the windows. Use the window lock switch to prevent unexpected use of the power windows.


● Do not leave children unattended inside the vehicle. They could unknowingly ac- tivate switches or controls and become trapped in a window. Unattended chil- dren could become involved in serious accidents.


The power windows operate when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, or for about 45 seconds after the ignition switch is placed in the OFF position. If the driver’s or passenger’s door is opened during this period of about 45
seconds, power to the windows is canceled.


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Driver’s side power window switch The driver’s side control panel is equipped with switches to open or close all of the windows. To open a window, push the switch to the first detent and continue to hold down until the de- sired window position is reached. To close a window, pull the switch to the first detent and continue to hold down until the desired window position is reached.


WIC1124


1. Window lock button 2. 3.


Power door lock switch Front passenger side (automatic switch, if so equipped) Right rear passenger side (sedan only) Left rear passenger side (sedan only) Driver side automatic switch


4. 5. 6.


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WIC1265


LIC0718


LIC0410


Front passenger’s power window switch The passenger’s window switch operates only the corresponding passenger’s window. To open the window, push the switch to the first detent and continue to hold it down until the desired window position is reached 䊊1 . To close the window, pull the switch to the first detent and continue to hold it up until the desired window position is reached 䊊2 .


Rear power window switch (sedan only) The rear power window switches open or close only the corresponding windows. To open the window, push the switch and hold it down 䊊1 . To close the window, pull the switch up 䊊2 . Locking passengers’ windows When the window lock button is depressed, only the driver’s side window can be opened or closed. Push it again to cancel the window lock function.


Automatic operation To fully open a window equipped with automatic operation, press the window switch down (only driver’s side shown) to the second detent and release it; it need not be held. The window auto- matically opens all the way. To stop the window, lift the switch up while the window is opening.


To fully close a window equipped with automatic operation, pull the switch up to the second detent and release it; it need not be held. To stop the window, press the switch down while the window is closing.


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Auto-reverse function If the control unit detects something caught in the window as it is closing, the window will be imme- diately lowered. The auto-reverse function can be activated when the window is closed by automatic operation when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position or for 45 seconds after the ignition switch is placed in the OFF position. 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 oc- curs.


WARNING


There are some small distances immedi- ately before the closed position which cannot be detected. Make sure that all passengers have their hands, etc., inside the vehicle before closing the window.


When power window switch does not operate If the power window automatic function (closing only) does not operate properly, perform the fol- lowing procedure to initialize the power window system: 1. Place the ignition switch in the ON position. 2. Open the window more than halfway by


operating the power window switch.


3. Pull the power window switch and hold it to close the window, and then hold the switch more than 3 seconds after the window is closed.


4. Release the power window switch. Operate the window by the automatic function to confirm the initialization is complete. The power window automatically opens or closes depending on if the automatic down or up function is selected.


5. Perform steps 2 through 4 above for other


windows.


If the power window function does not operate properly after performing the above procedure, see a NISSAN dealer for assistance.


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MOONROOF (if so equipped)


LIC1351


AUTOMATIC MOONROOF The moonroof will only operate when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position. The auto- matic moonroof is operational for about 45 sec- onds, even if the ignition switch is placed in the ACC or OFF position. If the driver’s door or the front passenger’s door is opened during this period of about 45 seconds, power to the moon- roof is canceled. Sliding the moonroof To fully open the moonroof, push the switch toward


䊊1 .


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To fully close the moonroof, push the switch toward


䊊2 .


To open or close the moonroof part way, push the switch in any direction while the moonroof is sliding to stop it in the desired position. Tilting the moonroof Close the moonroof by pushing the switch 䊊2 . Release the switch, then push toward 䊊2 again to tilt the the switch toward moonroof up.


To tilt toward


the moonroof down, push the switch


䊊1 .


WARNING


● In an accident you could be thrown from the vehicle through an open moonroof. Always use seat belts and child restraints.


● Do not allow anyone to stand up or extend any portion of their body out of the moonroof opening while the vehicle is in motion or while the moonroof is closing.


CAUTION


● Remove water drops, snow, ice or sand


from the moonroof before opening.


● Do not place heavy objects on the


moonroof or surrounding area.


Resetting the moonroof switch The moonroof switch may not operate properly and need to be reset if any of the following conditions have occurred: ● the moonroof has been manually moved, ● the moonroof motor has been removed and reinstalled after the moonroof has been re- positioned or adjusted,


● the moonroof glass panel has been adjusted


or changed, or


● the electrical supply interrupted and/or


some malfunction has been detected.


Use the following reset procedure to return the moonroof operation to normal. 1. Place the ignition switch in the ON position. 2. Push and hold the moonroof switch 䊊2 . Once the moonroof has toward reached the full tilt position, release the switch. Push and hold the switch toward


䊊2 position again. After a delay of the four seconds, the moonroof will make a small movement and backup.


3. Release the switch. 4. Within 5 seconds of releasing the switch, push and continuously hold the switch 䊊2 . The moonroof will move toward from the tilt position to the open position and back to the close position.


NOTE: If the switch is released at any time during Step 4, the procedure must be restarted. 5. Release the switch. Do not place the ignition switch in the OFF position for at least 2
seconds. The moonroof is now reset.


If the moonroof still does not operate properly, have the moonroof system checked by a NISSAN dealer. Auto-reverse function (when closing or tilting down the moonroof) The auto-reverse function can be activated when the moonroof is closed or tilted down by auto- matic operation when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position or for about 45 sec- onds after the ignition switch is placed in the OFF position.


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