2006 Nissan Murano Owners Manual

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necessary, replaced by a NISSAN dealer. 쐌 No unauthorized changes should be made to any components or wiring of the pre-tensioner seat belt system. This is to prevent accidental activa- tion of the pre-tensioner seat belt or damage to the pre-tensioner seat belt operation. Tampering with the pre-tensioner seat belt system may result in serious personal injury. 쐌 Work around and on the pre- tensioner seat belt system should be done by a NISSAN dealer. Installa- tion of electrical equipment should also be done by a NISSAN dealer. Unauthorized electrical test equip- ment and probing devices should not be used on the pre-tensioner seat belt system. 쐌 If you need to dispose of the pre- tensioner or scrap the vehicle, con- tact a NISSAN dealer. Correct pre- tensioner disposal procedures are set forth in the appropriate NISSAN Service Manual. Incorrect disposal procedures could cause personal injury. 1-52 Safety — seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system The front seat pre-tensioner seat belt system activates in conjunction with the supplemental 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 occu- pants. Also, the front seat pre-tensioner seat belt sys- tem activates in conjunction with the supple- mental side-impact/rollover air bag system. Working with the seat belt retractor, it helps tighten the seat belt when the vehicle becomes involved in certain types of rollover collisions or rear rollovers. The pre-tensioner is encased with the seat belt’s retractor. These seat belts are used the same as conventional seat belts. When the pre-tensioner seat belt activates, smoke is released and a loud noise may be heard. The 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. If any abnormality occurs in the pre-tensioner seat belt system, the supplemental air bag warn- ing light will not come on, will flash inter- mittently or will turn on for 7 seconds and remain on after the ignition switch has been turned to 墌 05.8.26/Z50-D/V5.0 墍 In this case, the the ON or START position. pre-tensioner seat belt may not function prop- erly. They must be checked and repaired. Take your vehicle to a NISSAN dealer. When selling your vehicle, we request that you inform the buyer about the pre-tensioner seat belt system and guide the buyer to the appro- priate sections in this Owner’s Manual. illustration. SSS0330 쎻1 SRS air bag warning labels The warning labels are located on the surface of the sun visors. 쎻2 SRS side-impact air bag warning label The warning label is located on the side of the passenger’s side center pillar. SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG WARNING LABELS Warning labels about the supplemental front air bag and supplemental side-impact air bag sys- tems are placed in the vehicle as shown in the Safety — seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-53 墌 05.8.26/Z50-D/V5.0 墍 After turning the ignition switch to the ON or START position, the supplemental air bag warn- ing light illuminates. The supplemental air bag warning light will turn off after about 7 seconds if the system is operational. the following conditions occur, If any of the supplemental front air bag, supplemental side air bag and curtain side-impact/rollover air bag systems, and pre-tensioner seat belt systems need servicing: 쐌 The supplemental air bag warning light re- mains on after approximately 7 seconds. 쐌 The supplemental air bag warning light SPA1097 flashes intermittently. 쐌 The supplemental air bag warning light does not come on at all. the supplemental SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT The supplemental air bag warning light, display- in the instrument panel, monitors the ing circuits of front air bag, supplemental side air bag and curtain side- impact and rollover air bag systems, and pre- tensioner seat belt systems. The circuits moni- tored by the supplemental air bag warning light are the diagnosis sensor unit, satellite sensors, crash zone sensors, rollover sensors, front air bag modules, side air bag modules, curtain side-impact/rollover air bag modules, and pre- tensioner seat belts and all related wiring. 1-54 Safety — seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system Under these conditions, the supplemental front air bags, supplemental side air bags, curtain side-impact/rollover and/or pre- tensioner seat belt may not operate properly. It must be checked and repaired. Take your vehicle to a NISSAN dealer. air bags WARNING If the supplemental air bag warning is on, it could mean that light the supplemental front air bag, supplemen- tal side air bag, curtain side-impact/ rollover air bag systems and/or pre- tensioner seat belt systems will not op- erate in an accident. 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 supplemental front air bags, supplemental side air bags, curtain side-impact/rollover air bags and pre-tensioner seat belt are designed to activate on a one-time-only basis. As a reminder, unless it is damaged, the supplemental air bag warning light will remain illuminated after inflation has occurred. Repair and replacement of these systems should be done only by a NISSAN dealer. When maintenance work is required on the vehicle, the supplemental front air bags, side air bags, curtain side-impact/rollover air bags, re- lated parts and pre-tensioner seat belt should be pointed out to the person conducting the main- tenance. The ignition switch should always be in the LOCK position when working under the hood or inside the vehicle. 墌 05.8.26/Z50-D/V5.0 墍 vehicle, contact a NISSAN dealer. Correct disposal procedures are set forth in the appropriate NISSAN Ser- vice Manual. Incorrect disposal pro- cedures could cause personal injury. WARNING 쐌 Once a supplemental front air bag, supplemental side air bag or curtain side-impact/rollover air bag has in- flated, the air bag module will not function again and must be replaced. Additionally, if any of the supplemen- tal front air bags inflate, the activated pre-tensioner seat belts must also be replaced. The air bag module and pre-tensioner system should be replaced by a NISSAN dealer. The air bag module and pre- tensioner seat belt system cannot be repaired. seat belt and bag curtain 쐌 The supplemental front air bag, side air side- impact/rollover air bag systems and the pre-tensioner seat belt system should be inspected by a NISSAN dealer if there is any damage to the front end or side portion of the ve- hicle. 쐌 If you need to dispose of these supplemental systems or scrap the Safety — seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-55 墌 05.8.26/Z50-D/V5.0 墍 MEMO 1-56 Safety — seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 墌 05.8.26/Z50-D/V5.0 墍 MEMO Safety — seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-57 墌 05.8.26/Z50-D/V5.0 墍 2 Instruments and controls Instrument panel..................................................................... 2-2 Meters and gauges ............................................................... 2-3 Speedometer and odometer ......................................... 2-4 Tachometer........................................................................ 2-4 Engine coolant temperature gauge ............................. 2-5 Fuel gauge ......................................................................... 2-5 Compass display (if so equipped) .................................... 2-6 Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders............ 2-9 Checking bulbs................................................................. 2-9 Warning lights................................................................... 2-9 Indicator lights................................................................ 2-14 Audible reminders.......................................................... 2-16 Security systems.................................................................. 2-17 Vehicle security system (if so equipped) ................ 2-17 NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System ....................... 2-18 Windshield wiper and washer switch ........................... 2-20 Rear window wiper and washer switch ....................... 2-21 Rear window and outside mirror defroster switch...... 2-22 Headlight and turn signal switch ................................... 2-22 Xenon headlights (if so equipped) .......................... 2-22 Headlight switch ........................................................... 2-23 Daytime running light system (Canada only) ........ 2-25 Instrument brightness control..................................... 2-26 Turn signal switch ........................................................ 2-27 Fog light switch (if so equipped) .............................. 2-27 Hazard warning flasher switch......................................... 2-27 Horn ........................................................................................ 2-28 Heated seats (if so equipped) ......................................... 2-28 Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch (if so equipped) .............................................................................. 2-29 Power outlet.......................................................................... 2-30 Storage .................................................................................. 2-31 Coin box........................................................................... 2-31 Cellular phone holder ................................................... 2-31 Cup holders .................................................................... 2-32 Glove box ........................................................................ 2-33 Console box.................................................................... 2-34 Cargo net (if so equipped) ......................................... 2-35 Tonneau cover (if so equipped)................................. 2-36 Windows................................................................................ 2-36 Power windows.............................................................. 2-36 Sunroof (if so equipped) ................................................... 2-38 Automatic sunroof ......................................................... 2-38 Interior lights ......................................................................... 2-40 Ceiling light ..................................................................... 2-40 Map light .......................................................................... 2-41 Rear personal light ........................................................ 2-41 Luggage light.................................................................. 2-42 墌 05.8.26/Z50-D/V5.0 墍 Vanity mirror light (if so equipped) ................................. 2-42 HomeLink Universal Transceiver (if so equipped).... 2-43 Programming HomeLink ............................................ 2-44 Programming HomeLink for Canadian customers ........................................................................ 2-45 Operating the HomeLink Universal Transceiver ...................................................................... 2-45 Programming trouble diagnosis ................................. 2-45 Clearing the programmed information...................... 2-46 Reprogramming a single HomeLink button.......... 2-46 If your vehicle is stolen................................................. 2-46 墌 05.8.26/Z50-D/V5.0 墍 INSTRUMENT PANEL 2-2 Instruments and controls SSI0176 1. Headlight, fog light* and turn signal switch 2. Trip odometer reset button 3. 4. Meters/gauges 5. Windshield/rear window wiper and washer Instrument brightness control switch switch 6. Hazard warning flasher switch 7. Center ventilator 8. Audio control 9. Display/clock 10. Rear window defroster and Heated outside 11. Display screen control and/or Navigation mirror* switch system*1 12. Passenger supplemental air bag 13. Side ventilator 14. Headlight aiming control switch* 15. VDC (Vehicle dynamic control) off switch* or Headlight aiming control* Ignition switch/steering lock 16. Steering switch for audio control* 17. Fuse box cover 18. Tilting steering wheel lock lever 19. Driver supplemental air bag/Horn 20. Cruise control main/set switch 21. 22. Heater/air conditioner control 23. Coin box 24. Outside mirror remote control 25. Cellular phone holder 26. AWD lock switch (AWD models) 27. Heated seat switch* 28. Power outlet cover 29. Glove box *: if so equipped 墌 05.8.26/Z50-D/V5.0 墍 *1: Refer to the separate Navigation System Owner’s Manual. METERS AND GAUGES 1. Tachometer 2. Turn signal indicator/Hazard indicator 3. Speedometer 4. Engine coolant temperature gauge 5. Fuel gauge 6. Reset button for trip odometer 7. Warning/Indicator lights 8. Odometer (Total/Twin trip) 9. CVT shift position indicator Instruments and controls 2-3 SIC3031 墌 05.8.26/Z50-D/V5.0 墍 Changing the display: Pushing the reset button 쎻3 located on the left side of the meter panel changes the display as follows: TRIP A → TRIP B → TRIP A Resetting the trip odometer: Pushing the reset button for more than 1 second resets the trip odometer to zero. Elapsed time, driving distance and average speed information is also available. Refer to “How to use the TRIP button” in the “4. Display screen, heater, air conditioner and audio sys- tems” section later in this manual. SIC3033 TACHOMETER The tachometer indicates engine speed in revo- lutions per minute (rpm). Do not rev engine into red zone 쎻A . CAUTION When engine speed approaches the red zone, shift to a higher gear. Operating the engine in the red zone may cause serious engine damage. 墌 05.8.26/Z50-D/V5.0 墍 SIC3032 SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER Speedometer The speedometer indicates vehicle speed. Odometer/Twin trip odometer The odometer 쎻1 /twin trip odometer 쎻2 are displayed when the ignition switch is in the ON position. The odometer records the total distance the vehicle has been driven. The twin trip odometer records the distance of individual trips. 2-4 Instruments and controls CAUTION If the gauge indicates engine coolant temperature near the hot (H) end of the normal range, reduce vehicle speed to decrease temperature. If the gauge is over the normal range, stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible. If the engine is overheated, continued operation of the vehicle may seriously damage the engine. See “If your vehicle overheats” in the “In case of emergency” section for immediate action required. SIC3034 ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE The gauge indicates the engine coolant tem- perature. The engine coolant temperature is within the normal range 쎻A when the gauge needle points within the zone shown in the illustration. The engine coolant temperature will vary with the outside air temperature and driving conditions. SIC3035 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 hill. The gauge needle is designed to move to the E (Empty) position when the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position. Refill the fuel tank before the gauge regis- ters Empty. Instruments and controls 2-5 墌 05.8.26/Z50-D/V5.0 墍 The low fuel warning light comes on when the fuel tank is getting low. Refuel as soon as it is convenient, preferably before the gauge reaches E. There will be a small reserve of fuel in the tank when the fuel gauge needle reaches E. The located on the driver’s side of the vehicle. indicates that the fuel-filler door is CAUTION malfunction indicator 쐌 If the vehicle runs out of fuel, the lamp (MIL) may come on. Refuel as soon as possible. After a few driving trips, lamp should turn off. If the the lamp remains on after a few driving trips, have the vehicle inspected by a NISSAN dealer. 쐌 For additional information, see “Mal- function indicator lamp (MIL)” later in this section. 2-6 Instruments and controls COMPASS DISPLAY (if so equipped) SIC3036 When the compass switch 쎻A is pushed, the compass display 쎻B will indicate the direction the vehicle is heading. N: north E: east S: south W: west If the display reads “C”, calibrate the compass by driving the vehicle in 3 complete circles at less than 5 MPH (8 km/h). You can also calibrate the compass by driving your vehicle on your everyday route. The com- pass will be calibrated once it has tracked 3 complete circles. 墌 05.8.26/Z50-D/V5.0 墍 Zone variation change procedure The difference between magnetic north and geographical 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. Push the compass switch for more than 3 seconds. The current zone number will ap- pear in the display. 2. Find your current location and variance one number on the zone map. 3. Push the compass switch until the new zone number appears in the display. After you stop pushing the switch in, the display will show a compass direction within a few seconds. Inaccurate compass direction: 1. With the display turned on, push the com- pass switch for 3 seconds, until the zone selection comes up (a number will be dis- played in the mirror compass window). 2. Toggle until correct zone is found and release switch. 3. It returns to the normal compass mode within 10 seconds of no switch activity. Instruments and controls 2-7 SIC0611D 墌 05.8.26/Z50-D/V5.0 墍 4. If the vehicle changes zone, repeat steps 1 thru 3. See map. 쐌 If the compass deviates from the correct indication soon after repeated adjustment, have the compass checked at an authorized dealer. 쐌 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 com- pass point when the vehicle moves to an area where the geomagnetism is stabilized.) CAUTION 쐌 Do not install a ski rack, antenna, etc., which are attached to the vehicle by means of a magnet. They affect the operation of the compass. 쐌 When cleaning the mirror, use a pa- per towel or similar material damp- ened with glass cleaner. Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror as it may cause the liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing. 2-8 Instruments and controls 墌 05.8.26/Z50-D/V5.0 墍 WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND AUDIBLE REMINDERS All-Wheel Drive (AWD) warning light (AWD models) Low tire pressure warning light (if so equipped) Cruise set indicator light or or Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) warning light Brake warning light Low washer fluid warning light Front passenger air bag status light P position selecting warning light (if so equipped) High beam indicator light (Blue) Charge warning light Seat belt warning light Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) Door open warning light Supplemental air bag warning light Security indicator light Engine oil pressure warning light Intelligent Key warning light (if so equipped) All-Wheel Drive (AWD) LOCK indicator light (AWD models) Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) indicator light Low fuel warning light Cruise main switch indicator light Slip indicator light (if so equipped) Turn signal/hazard indicator lights Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off indi- cator light (if so equipped) CHECKING BULBS Apply the parking brake and turn the ignition switch to ON without starting the engine. The following lights will come on: or 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 elec- trical system. Have the system repaired promptly. WARNING LIGHTS All-wheel drive (AWD) warning light (AWD models) The warning light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to ON. It turns off soon after the engine is started. If the AWD system malfunctions or the revolu- tion, or radius of the front and the rear wheel Instruments and controls 2-9 墌 05.8.26/Z50-D/V5.0 墍 differs, the warning light will either remain illumi- nated or blink. See “Using all-wheel drive (AWD)” in the “5. Starting and driving” section. CAUTION 쐌 If the warning light comes on while driving, AWD mode will change to 2WD mode. Reduce the vehicle speed and have your vehicle checked by a NISSAN dealer as soon as possible. 쐌 Do not drive on dry hard surface roads in the LOCK mode. 쐌 If the AWD warning light blinks when you are driving: • blinks rapidly (about twice a sec- ond): Pull off the road in a safe area, and idle the engine. The driving mode will change to 2WD to prevent the AWD system from malfunctioning. If the warning light turns off, you can drive again. • blinks slowly (about once every 2 seconds): 2-10 Instruments and controls Pull off the road in a safe area, and idle the engine. Check that all tire sizes are the same, tire pressure is correct and tires are not worn. If the warning light is still on after the above operation, have your vehicle checked by a NISSAN dealer as soon as possible. or Anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light After turning the ignition switch to the ON position, the light will illuminate. The light will turn off after about 2 seconds if the system is operational. If the light comes on while the engine is running, it may indicate that the anti-lock brake system is not functioning properly. Have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer. If a malfunction occurs in the system, the anti- lock function of the brake will cease operation but the ordinary brakes will continue to operate normally. See “Anti-lock brake system (ABS)” in the “5. Starting and driving” section for further details. If the light comes on while you are driving, contact a NISSAN dealer for repair. 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 in the ON position, the light comes on when the parking brake is applied. Low brake fluid warning light: 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 vehicle and perform the following: 1. Check the brake fluid level. Add brake fluid as necessary. See “Brake fluid” in the “8. Main- tenance and do-it-yourself” section. is correct, have the If the brake fluid level warning system checked by a NISSAN dealer. 2. WARNING 쐌 Your brake system may not be work- ing properly if the warning light is on. 墌 05.8.26/Z50-D/V5.0 墍 Driving could be dangerous. If you judge it to be safe, drive carefully to the nearest service station for re- pairs. Otherwise, have your vehicle towed because driving it could be dangerous. 쐌 Pressing the brake pedal with the engine stopped and/or a low brake fluid level may increase your stop- ping distance and braking will re- quire greater pedal effort as well as pedal travel. 쐌 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. Anti-lock brake system warning indicator: When the parking brake is released and the brake fluid level is sufficient, if both the brake warning light and the anti-lock brake warning light illuminate, it may indicate the anti-lock brake system is not functioning properly. Have the brake system checked by a NISSAN dealer. See “Anti-lock brake warning light” earlier in this section. Charge warning light If the light comes on while the engine is running, it may indicate that the charging system is not functioning properly. Turn the engine off and check the generator 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 generator belt is loose, broken or missing. Door open warning light This light comes on when any of the doors are not closed securely while the ignition switch is ON. Engine oil pressure warning light This light warns of low engine oil pressure. If the light blinks 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 oil pressure warning light is not de- signed to indicate a low oil level. Use the dipstick to check the oil level. See “Engine oil” in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section. CAUTION Running the engine with the engine oil pressure warning light on could cause serious damage to the engine almost immediately. Turn off the engine as soon as it is safe to do so. Intelligent Key warning light (for Intelligent Key system) (if so equipped) This light comes on in green when it is possible to turn the ignition switch. When the light comes on in red, it is not possible to turn the ignition switch. 쐌 The warning light blinks in red when the Intelligent Key is outside the vehicle with the ignition switch in the ACC or ON position. Confirm the location of the key as soon as possible when the warning light blinks in red. Be sure to carry the Intelligent Key with you Instruments and controls 2-11 墌 05.8.26/Z50-D/V5.0 墍 while driving the vehicle. 쐌 The warning light goes off about 10 seconds after the Intelligent Key is brought inside the vehicle. Low fuel warning light This light comes on when the fuel in the tank is getting low. Refuel as soon as it is convenient, preferably before the fuel gauge reaches E. There will be a small reserve of fuel re- maining in the tank when the fuel gauge needle reaches E. Low tire pressure warning light (if so equipped) Your vehicle is equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that monitors the tire pressure of all tires except the spare. 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 turned ON, this light illuminates for about 1 second and turns off. Low tire pressure warning: If the vehicle is being driven with low tire pres- sure, the warning light will illuminate. If you select the tire pressure information (if so equipped) in 2-12 Instruments and controls the display, the FLAT TIRE warning message will be displayed. The tire pressure for each tire will also be displayed. When the low tire pressure warning light illumi- nates, you should stop and adjust the tire pres- sure to the recommended COLD tire pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label to turn the light OFF. For additional information, see “Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)” in the “5. Starting and driving” section and the “6. In case of emergency” section. 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 turned ON. 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 “5. Starting and driving” section. WARNING 쐌 If the light does not illuminate with the ignition switch turned ON, have the vehicle checked by a NISSAN dealer as soon as possible. 쐌 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 pos- sible. Serious vehicle damage could occur and may lead to an accident and could result in serious personal injury. Check the tire pressure for all four tires. Adjust the tire pressure to the recommended COLD tire pres- sure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label to turn the low tire pressure warning light OFF. If the light still comes on while driving after adjusting the tire pressure, a tire may be flat or the TPMS may be malfunc- tioning. If you have a flat tire, replace it with a spare tire as soon as 墌 05.8.26/Z50-D/V5.0 墍 possible. If no tire is flat and all tires are properly inflated, have the TPMS system checked by a NISSAN dealer. 쐌 When a spare tire is mounted or a wheel is replaced, tire pressure will not be indicated, the TPMS will not function and the low tire pressure warning light will flash. Contact your NISSAN dealer as soon as possible for tire replacement and/or system resetting. 쐌 Replacing tires with those not origi- nally specified by NISSAN could af- fect the TPMS. the proper operation of CAUTION 쐌 The TPMS is not a substitute for the regular tire pressure check. Be sure to check the tire pressure regularly. 쐌 If the vehicle is being driven at less than 16 MPH (25 speeds of km/h), the TPMS may not operate correctly. 쐌 Be sure to install the specified size of tires to the 4 wheels correctly. Low washer fluid warning light This light comes on when the washer tank fluid is at a low level. Add washer fluid as necessary. See “Window washer fluid” in the “8. Mainte- nance and do-it-yourself” section. P position selecting warning light (for Intelligent Key system) (if so equipped) The light blinks in red and warning buzzer beeps when the selector lever is not in the P position and you are outside the vehicle with the Intelli- gent Key. When the warning light blinks, move the selector lever to the P position and return the ignition switch to the LOCK position. Seat belt warning light and chime The light and chime remind you to fasten seat belts. The light illuminates whenever the ignition switch key is turned to ON, and will remain illuminated until the driver’s seat belt is fastened. At the same time, the chime will sound for about 6 seconds unless the driver’s seat belt is se- curely fastened. The seat belt warning light for the front passen- ger will illuminate if the seat belt is not fastened when the front passenger’s seat is occupied (if so equipped). For 5 seconds after the ignition switch is in the ON position, the system does not activate the warning light for the front passenger. See “Seat belts” in the “1. Safety — seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system” section for precautions on seat belt usage. Supplemental air bag warning light the following conditions occur, After turning the ignition switch to the ON position, the supplemental air bag warning light will illuminate. The supplemental air bag warning light will turn off after about 7 seconds if the system is operational. If any of the supplemental front air bag, supplemental side air bag and curtain side-impact air bag systems, and pre-tensioner seat belt needs servicing and your vehicle must be taken to a NISSAN dealer. 쐌 The supplemental air bag warning light re- Instruments and controls 2-13 墌 05.8.26/Z50-D/V5.0 墍 mains on after approximately 7 seconds. 쐌 The supplemental air bag warning light flashes intermittently. 쐌 The supplemental air bag warning light does not come on at all. Unless checked and repaired, the Supplemental Restraint System and/or the pre-tensioner seat belt may not function properly. For additional information, see “Supplemental restraint system” in the “1. Safety — seats, seat belts and supple- mental restraint system” section. WARNING is on, it could mean that If the supplemental air bag warning light the supplemental front air bag, supplemen- tal side air bag, curtain air bag systems and/or pre-tensioner seat belt system 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. 2-14 Instruments and controls INDICATOR LIGHTS All-wheel drive (AWD) LOCK indicator light (AWD models) This light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to ON, and turns off within 1 second. When selecting LOCK mode while the engine is running, illuminate. See “Using all-wheel drive (AWD)” in the “5. Starting and driving” section. this light will Continuously variable transmission (CVT) indicator light light blinks while the engine is running, it may indicate the cruise control system is not func- tioning properly. Have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer. 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 passen- ger seat is being used. For front passenger air bag status light opera- tion, see “NISSAN advanced air bag system” in the “1. Safety — Seats, seat belts and supple- mental restraint system” section of this manual. When the ignition switch is turned ON, the light comes on for 2 seconds. High beam indicator light (Blue) Cruise main switch indicator light The light comes on when the cruise control main switch is pushed. The light goes out when the main switch is pushed again. When the cruise main switch indicator light comes on, the cruise control system is operational. Cruise set indicator light The light comes on while the vehicle speed is controlled by the cruise control system. If the This light comes on when the headlight high beam is on and goes out when the low beam is selected. Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) the malfunction indicator If lamp comes on steady or blinks while the engine is running, it may indicate a potential emission control and/or CVT malfunction. The malfunction indicator lamp may also come 墌 05.8.26/Z50-D/V5.0 墍 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 three gallons of fuel in the fuel tank. lamp should After a few driving trips, the turn off if no other potential emission control system malfunction exists. If this indicator lamp comes on continuously 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 system inspection/maintenance test. See “Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M) test” in the “9. Technical and consumer informa- tion” section of this manual. Operation: The malfunction indicator lamp will come on in one of two ways: 쐌 Malfunction indicator lamp on steady — An emission control system and/or CVT mal- function has been detected. Turn the ignition switch to OFF and check the fuel-filler cap. If the fuel-filler cap is loose or missing, tighten or install the cap and continue to drive the vehicle. The lamp should turn off after a few driving trips. If the lamp 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. 쐌 Malfunction indicator lamp blinking — An engine misfire has been detected which may damage the emission control system. To re- duce or avoid emission control system dam- age: a) Do not drive at speeds above 45 MPH (72 km/h). b) Avoid hard acceleration or deceleration. c) Avoid steep uphill grades. d) If possible, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled or towed. The malfunction indicator blinking and come on steady. lamp may stop 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 having the emission control system checked and repaired as necessary could lead to poor driveability, reduced fuel economy, and possible damage to the emission control system. Security indicator light Model without Intelligent Key system: This light blinks whenever the ignition switch is in the LOCK, OFF or ACC position. Model with Intelligent Key system: This light blinks whenever the ignition switch is not pushed in or the mechanical key is removed from the ignition switch. This function indicates 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 will blink when the VDC system or the traction control system is operating, thus alerting the driver to the fact the road surface is slippery and the vehicle is nearing its traction limits. You may feel or hear the system working, but this is normal. that Instruments and controls 2-15 墌 05.8.26/Z50-D/V5.0 墍 The light will blink on for a few seconds after the VDC system stops limiting wheel spin. The slip indicator light also comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON. The light will turn off after about 2 seconds if the system is operational. If the light does not come on or go off, have the traction control system checked by a NISSAN dealer. Turn signal/hazard indicator lights The light flashes when the turn signal switch lever or hazard switch is turned on. Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off indicator light (if so equipped) After turning the ignition switch to the ON position, the light will illuminate. The light will turn off in about 2 seconds if the vehicle dynamic control (VDC) system is operational. The light comes on when the vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch is pushed to OFF. This indicates the vehicle dynamic control system and traction control system are not operating. When the vehicle dynamic control off indicator light and slip indicator light come on with the vehicle dynamic control system turned on, this light alerts the driver to the fact that the vehicle 2-16 Instruments and controls dynamic control system’s fail-safe mode is op- erating, that is the system may not be functioning properly. Have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer. If a malfunction occurs in the system, the vehicle dynamic control system function will be canceled but the vehicle is still driveable. For additional information, see “Ve- hicle dynamic control (VDC) system” in the “5. Starting and driving” section of this manual. AUDIBLE REMINDERS Key reminder chime The key reminder chime sounds if the driver’s side door is opened while the key is left in the ignition switch and the ignition switch is in the “ACC”, “OFF” or “LOCK” position. Remove the key and take it with you when leaving the vehicle. Light reminder chime The light reminder chime sounds if the driver’s side door is opened while the headlight switch is at either the position and the ignition switch is in the ACC, OFF or LOCK position. Make sure to turn the light switch to the “OFF” or “AUTO” position when you leave the vehicle. Seat belt warning chime The chime will sound for about 6 seconds unless or the driver’s seat belt is securely fastened. Brake pad wear warning The disc brake pads have audible wear warn- ings. When a brake pad requires replacement, it will make 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. Intelligent Key door buzzer When the chime or buzzer sounds from inside and outside the vehicle, check for the following: 쐌 The ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position. 쐌 The Intelligent Key is not vehicle. left inside the 쐌 Doors are closed securely. 쐌 The selector lever is in the P position. When the buzzer sounds, be sure to check both the vehicle and the Intelligent Key. See “INTELLIGENT KEY SYSTEM” in the “3. Pre-driving checks and adjustments” section. 墌 05.8.26/Z50-D/V5.0 墍 SECURITY SYSTEMS SIC2133 Your vehicle has one or both types of security systems, as follows: 쐌 Vehicle Security System (if so equipped) 쐌 NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System The security condition will be shown by the security indicator light in the meter panel. VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM (if so equipped) The vehicle security system provides visual and audible alarm signals if someone opens the doors when the system is armed. is not, however, a motion detection type system that It activates when a vehicle is moved or when a vibration occurs. The system helps deter vehicle theft but cannot prevent it, nor can it prevent the theft of interior or exterior vehicle components in all situations. Always secure your vehicle even if parking for a brief period. Never leave your keys 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 sup- ply stores and specialty shops. A 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 fea- tures. The vehicle security system provides visual and audio alarm signals if parts of the vehicle are disturbed. SIC2045 How to activate the vehicle security system 1. Close all windows. The system can be activated even if the windows are open. 2. • Remove the key from the ignition switch. • Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position or remove the mechanical key from the ignition switch (Intelligent Key equipped model) 3. Close and lock all doors. Lock all doors by pushing the LOCK button Instruments and controls 2-17 墌 05.8.26/Z50-D/V5.0 墍 on the remote keyless entry, pushing the request switch (Intelligent Key equipped model) or using the key. When using the remote keyless entry system or the request switch, the hazard indicators will operate as shown in “Remote keyless entry system” or “Intelligent Key system” in the “3. Pre-driving checks and adjustments” section. 4. Confirm that the SECURITY indicator light in the meter comes on. The SECURITY indica- tor light glows for about 30 seconds and then blinks. The system is now activated. If, during this 30 second time period, is the remote keyless unlocked by the key, entry, request switch or the ignition switch is turned to ACC or ON, the system will not activate. the door Even when the driver and/or passengers are in the vehicle, the system will activate with all doors locked and ignition switch off. Turn the ignition switch to ACC to turn the system off. Vehicle security system operation The security system will give the following alarm: 쐌 The headlights blink and the horn sounds intermittently. 2-18 Instruments and controls 쐌 The alarm automatically turns off after ap- proximately 1 minute. However, the alarm reactivates if the vehicle is tampered with again. The alarm can be stopped by unlock- ing a door with the key, by pushing the UNLOCK button on the remote keyless entry or pushing the request switch. The alarm is activated by: 쐌 Opening the door (including the lift gate) without using the key, remote keyless entry or pushing the request switch. How to stop alarm The alarm will stop only by unlocking a door with the key, by pushing the UNLOCK button on remote keyless entry, or pushing the request switch (when carrying the Intelligent Key with you). The alarm will not stop if the ignition switch is turned to ACC or ON. If the system does not operate as de- scribed above, have it checked by a NISSAN dealer. NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM The NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System will not allow the engine to start without the use of the registered NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System key. If the engine fails to start using the registered NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System key, it may be due to interference caused by another NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System key, an automated toll road device or automated pay- ment device on the key ring. Restart the engine using the following procedures: 1. Leave the ignition switch in the ON position for approximately 5 seconds. 2. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF or LOCK position and wait approximately 10 seconds. 3. Repeat step 1 and 2 again. 4. Restart the engine while holding the device (which may have caused the interference) separate from the registered NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System key. If this procedure allows the engine to start, NISSAN recommends placing the registered NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System key on a separate key ring to avoid interference from other devices. Statement related to section 15 of FCC rules for NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer Sys- tem (CONT ASSY-BCM, ANT ASSY- IMMOBILIZER) This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSS-210 of Industry 墌 05.8.26/Z50-D/V5.0 墍 Canada. Operation is subject to the follow- ing two conditions; (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. If the light still remains on and/or the engine will not start, see a NISSAN dealer for NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System or Intelligent Key system service as soon as possible. Bring all NISSAN Vehicle Immo- bilizer System keys or Intelligent Key that you have when visiting a NISSAN dealer for service. SIC2045 Security indicator light This light blinks whenever the registered NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System key or me- chanical key (Intelligent Key) is removed or turned to the OFF, ACC or LOCK position, or the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK posi- tion (Intelligent Key). This function indicates the security systems equipped on the vehicle are operational. If NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System is mal- functioning, this light will remain on while the registered NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System Key is in the ON position. Instruments and controls 2-19 墌 05.8.26/Z50-D/V5.0 墍 WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH The windshield wiper and washer operates when the ignition switch is in the ON position. SIC3037 Push the lever down to operate the wiper at the following speed: 쎻1 Intermittent (INT) — intermittent operation can be adjusted by turning the knob toward 쎻A (Slower) or 쎻B (Faster). 쎻2 Low (LO) — continuous low speed operation 쎻3 High (HI) — continuous high speed operation Push the lever up 쎻4 to have one sweep operation (MIST) of the wiper. Pull the lever toward you 쎻5 2-20 Instruments and controls to operate the 쐌 Pre-mix washer fluid concentrates with water to the manufacturer’s rec- ommended levels before pouring the fluid into the window washer reser- voir tank. Do not use the window washer reservoir tank to mix the washer fluid concentrate and water. washer. Then the wiper will also operate several times. WARNING In freezing temperatures the washer so- lution 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 wind- shield. CAUTION 쐌 Do not operate the washer continu- ously for more than 30 seconds. 쐌 Do not operate the washer if the reservoir tank is empty. 쐌 Do not fill the window washer reser- voir tank with washer fluid concen- trates at full strength. Some methyl alcohol based washer fluid concen- trates may permanently stain the grille if spilled while filling the win- dow washer reservoir tank. 墌 05.8.26/Z50-D/V5.0 墍 REAR WINDOW WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH SIC3038 The rear window wiper and washer operate when the ignition switch is in the ON position. Turn the switch clockwise from the OFF position to operate the wiper. 쎻1 Intermittent (INT) — intermittent operation (not adjustable) 쎻2 Low (ON) — continuous low speed operation Push the switch forward 쎻3 to operate the washer. Then the wiper will also operate several times. trates at full strength. Some methyl alcohol based washer fluid concen- trates may permanently stain the grille if spilled while filling the win- dow washer reservoir tank. 쐌 Pre-mix washer fluid concentrates with water to the manufacturer’s rec- ommended levels before pouring the fluid into the window washer reser- voir tank. Do not use the window washer reservoir tank to mix the washer fluid concentrate and water. WARNING In freezing temperatures the washer so- lution may freeze on the rear window glass and obscure your vision. Warm the rear window with the defroster before you wash the rear window. CAUTION 쐌 If the rear window wiper operation is interrupted by snow etc., the wiper may stop moving to protect its motor. If this occurs, turn the wiper switch to OFF and remove the snow etc. on and around the wiper arms. After about 1 minute, turn the switch ON again to operate the wiper. 쐌 Do not operate the washer continu- ously for more than 30 seconds. 쐌 Do not operate the washer if the reservoir tank is empty. 쐌 Do not fill the window washer reser- voir tank with washer fluid concen- Instruments and controls 2-21 墌 05.8.26/Z50-D/V5.0 墍 쐌 The life of xenon headlights will be shortened by frequent on-off operation. 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 headlights is not reduced. 쐌 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 become reddish. If one or more of the above signs appear, contact a NISSAN dealer. REAR WINDOW AND OUTSIDE MIRROR DEFROSTER SWITCH HEADLIGHT AND TURN SIGNAL SWITCH XENON HEADLIGHTS (if so equipped) WARNING HIGH VOLTAGE 쐌 When xenon headlights are on, they produce a high voltage. To prevent an electric shock, never attempt to modify or disassemble. Always have your xenon headlights replaced at a NISSAN dealer. 쐌 Xenon headlights provide consider- ably more light than conventional headlights. If they are not correctly aimed, they might temporarily blind an oncoming driver or the driver ahead of you and cause a serious accident. If headlights are not aimed correctly, immediately take your ve- hicle 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. SIC2046 To defog/defrost the rear window glass and outside mirrors (if so equipped), start the engine and push the switch on 쎻1 . The indicator light 쎻A will come on. Push the switch again to turn the defroster off. It will automatically turn off in approximately 15 minutes. CAUTION When cleaning the inner side of the rear window, be careful not to scratch or damage the rear window defroster. 2-22 Instruments and controls 墌 05.8.26/Z50-D/V5.0 墍 Type A HEADLIGHT SWITCH Lighting 쎻1 Turn the switch to the SIC2047 position: The front park, side marker, tail, license plate and instrument lights will come on. 쎻2 Turn the switch to the position: Headlights will come on and all the other lights remain on. Type B CAUTION Use the headlights with the engine run- ning to avoid discharging the vehicle battery. SIC1961 SIC2051 Autolight system (if so equipped) The autolight system allows the headlights to be set so they turn on and off automatically. To set the autolight system: 1. Turn the headlight switch to the AUTO posi- tion. 2. Turn the ignition switch to ON. 3. The autolight system automatically turns the headlights on and off. To turn the autolight system off, turn the switch to the OFF, position. , or Instruments and controls 2-23 墌 05.8.26/Z50-D/V5.0 墍 The autolight system can turn on the headlights automatically when it is dark, turn off the head- lights when it is light, and keep the headlights on for up to 45 seconds after you turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and open any door then close all the doors. The headlight off time can be adjusted on the system setting display. See the “4. Display screen, heater, air condi- tioner and audio system” section. If the ignition switch is turned OFF and one of the doors is opened and this condition is con- tinued, the headlights remain ON for 5 minutes. SIC2052 SIC2048 Be sure not to put anything on top of the photo sensor 쎻A located on the top left- hand side of the instrument panel. The photo sensor controls the autolight; if it is covered, the photo sensor reacts as if it is dark and the headlights will illuminate. Headlight beam select 쎻1 To select the low beam, put the lever in the neutral position as shown. 쎻2 To select the high beam, push the lever po- forward while the switch is in the sition. Pull it back to select the low beam. 쎻3 Pulling the lever toward you will flash the headlight high beam. 2-24 Instruments and controls 墌 05.8.26/Z50-D/V5.0 墍 Battery saver system 쐌 When the headlight switch is in the or position while the ignition switch is in the ON position, the lights will automatically turn off 5 minutes after the ignition switch has been turned to the OFF position. or 쐌 When the headlight switch remains in the position after the lights auto- matically turn off, the lights will turn on for 5 minutes when the headlight switch is turned to the OFF position and then turned to the or position. CAUTION Even though the battery saver feature automatically turns off the headlights after a period of time, you should turn the headlight switch to the OFF position when the engine is not running to avoid discharging the vehicle battery. SIC1911 Headlight aiming control (if so equipped) Depending on the number of occupants in the vehicle and the load it is carrying, the headlight axis may be higher than desired. If the vehicle is traveling on a hilly road, the headlights may directly hit the rearview mirror of the vehicle ahead or the windshield of the oncoming vehicle. The light axis can be lowered with the operation of the switch. The larger the number designated on the switch, the lower the axis. When traveling with no heavy load or on a flat road, select position 0. WARNING Xenon headlights are extremely bright compared to conventional headlights. If the xenon headlights hit the rearview mirror of the vehicle ahead or the wind- shield of oncoming vehicle, the driver of these vehicles may have difficulty driv- ing because of the brightness. Use the headlight aiming control switch to lower the light axis. See “Xenon headlights” earlier in this section for additional in- formation. DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT SYSTEM (CANADA ONLY) The daytime running lights automatically illumi- nate when the engine is started with parking brake released. The daytime running lights op- erate with the headlight switch in the OFF position or in the position. The daytime running lights may come on after turning the switch to the OFF position and Instruments and controls 2-25 墌 05.8.26/Z50-D/V5.0 墍 immediately turning it to the ON position. This is not a malfunction. The daytime running lights will be turned off when the headlight switch is turned to the AUTO (only when the headlights are lit) or posi- tion or when the fog light is turned on. The daytime running lights will remain on until the ignition switch is turned to the ACC or OFF position. WARNING 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. 2-26 Instruments and controls lower switch 쎻B dims the lights. Repeatedly pushing the lower switch will turn the lights off. SIC2053 INSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESS CONTROL The instrument brightness control operates when the light switch is in the or position and the ignition switch is in the ON position. Pushing the control switch 쎻A once will change the brightness to the night mode. Pushing the control switch 쎻B once will change the brightness to the day mode. To adjust the brightness of instrument panel lights, push the control switches. Pushing the upper switch 쎻A will brighten the lights. The 墌 05.8.26/Z50-D/V5.0 墍 HAZARD WARNING FLASHER SWITCH SIC2049 SIC3057 SIC2475 TURN SIGNAL SWITCH 쎻1 Turn signal Move the lever up or down to signal the turning direction. When the turn is completed, the turn signals cancel automatically. 쎻2 Lane change signal To indicate a lane change, move the lever up or down to the point where lights begin flashing. FOG LIGHT SWITCH (if so equipped) To turn the fog lights on, turn the headlight switch to the position, then turn the switch to the position. To turn them off, turn the switch to the OFF position. The headlights must be on for the fog lights to operate (except for the daytime running light). Push the switch (located on the right side of the meter panel) on to warn other drivers when you must stop or park under emergency conditions. All turn signal lights will flash. Some state laws may prohibit the use of the hazard warning flasher switch while driving. WARNING 쐌 If stopping for an emergency, be sure to move the vehicle well off the road. Instruments and controls 2-27 墌 05.8.26/Z50-D/V5.0 墍 쐌 Do not use the hazard warning flash- ers while moving on the highway un- less unusual circumstances force you to drive so slowly that your vehicle might become a hazard to other traf- fic. 쐌 Turn signals do not work when the hazard warning flasher lights are on. The flasher will operate with the ignition switch in any position. 2-28 Instruments and controls HORN HEATED SEATS (if so equipped) SIC2627 SIC2056 To sound the horn, push the center pad upper 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 per- sonal injury. The front seats are warmed by built-in heaters. The switches located on the center console can be operated independently (driver side seat 쎻A and front passenger side seat 쎻B ) of each other. 1. Start the engine. 2. Select heat range. 쎻1 For high heat, push the of the switch. 쎻2 For low heat, push the (High) side (Low) side of the switch. 쎻3 For no heat, the switch has a center OFF position between low and high. 墌 05.8.26/Z50-D/V5.0 墍 The indicator illuminate when low or high is selected. light in the switch 쎻C will 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 vehicle’s interior is warmed, or before you leave the vehicle, be sure to turn the switch to the off position (center) 쎻3 . CAUTION 쐌 The battery could run down if the seat heater is operated while the en- gine is not running. 쐌 Do not use the seat heater for ex- tended periods or when no one is using the seat. 쐌 Do not put anything on the seat which insulates heat, such as a blan- ket, cushion, seat cover, etc. Other- wise, the seat may become over- heated. 쐌 Do not place anything hard or heavy on the seat or pierce it with a pin or similar object. This may result damage to the heater. in 쐌 Any liquid spilled on the heated seat should be removed immediately with a dry cloth. 쐌 When cleaning the seat, never use thinner, or any gasoline, benzine, similar materials. 쐌 If any abnormalities are found or the heated seat does not operate, turn the switch off and have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer. VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC) OFF SWITCH (if so equipped) SIC1881 The vehicle should be driven with the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system ON for most driving 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 Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system, push the VDC OFF switch. The in- dicator light will come on. Push the VDC OFF switch again or restart the engine to turn ON the system. See “Vehicle Instruments and controls 2-29 墌 05.8.26/Z50-D/V5.0 墍 dynamic control (VDC) system” in the “5. Start- ing and driving” section. POWER OUTLET The power outlet is for powering electrical ac- cessories such as cellular telephones. 쎻1 Located beside the glove box (if so equipped): Pull down the cover to open. 쎻2 Located inside the console box: Pull to remove the cover to open. 쎻3 Located the side of the luggage room (if so equipped): Pull up the cover to open. CAUTION 쐌 The outlet and plug may be hot dur- ing or immediately after use. 쐌 This power outlet is not designed for use with a cigarette lighter unit. 쐌 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. 쐌 Use only one power outlet at a time. 쐌 Use power outlet with the engine running to avoid discharging the ve- SIC3071 墌 05.8.26/Z50-D/V5.0 墍 2-30 Instruments and controls hicle battery. 쐌 Avoid using power outlets when the air conditioner, headlights or rear window defroster is on. 쐌 Before inserting or disconnecting a plug, be sure to turn off the power switch of electrical accessory being used or the ACC power of the vehicle. 쐌 Push the plug in as far as it will go. If good contact is not made, the plug may overheat or the internal tem- perature fuse may open. 쐌 When not in use, be sure to close the cap/cover. Do not allow water to con- tact the outlet. STORAGE COIN BOX CELLULAR PHONE HOLDER SIC2057 SIC2058 WARNING WARNING The coin box should not be used while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation. To open, push the coin box lid 쎻1 as illustrated. The inner tray can be removed 쎻2 as illustrated. Do not place valuable items in the box. Do not use the coin box as an ashtray. 쐌 A cellular telephone should not be used while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation. Some jurisdictions prohibit the use of cellular telephones while driving. 쐌 If a conversation in a moving vehicle requires you to take notes, pull off the road to a safe location and stop Instruments and controls 2-31 墌 05.8.26/Z50-D/V5.0 墍 your vehicle before doing so. To open, push the cellular phone holder lid 쎻1 as illustrated. The inner tray can be removed 쎻2 as illustrated. Do not place valuable items in the holder. Do not use the cellular phone holder as an ashtray. when the cup holder is being used to prevent spilling the drink. If the liquid is hot, it can scald you or your pas- senger. 쐌 Use only soft cups in the cup holder. Hard objects can injure you in an accident. SIC3039 Front: Push the cup holder opener button 쎻A to open. The flap 쎻B will be folded down when inserting a bigger container. Pull up the inner tray as illustrated 쎻C to remove for cleaning. CUP HOLDERS WARNING The cup holder should not be used while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation. CAUTION 쐌 Avoid abrupt starting and braking 2-32 Instruments and controls 墌 05.8.26/Z50-D/V5.0 墍 SIC3042 SIC2669 Rear: Pull the armrest forward until it is horizontal. GLOVE BOX To open the glove box, pull the handle 쎻A . To close, push the lid in until the lock latches. To lock 쎻2 or unlock 쎻1 the glove box, use the master key, mechanical key (Intelligent Key sys- tem) or wallet key. WARNING Keep glove box lid closed while driving to help prevent injury in an accident or a sudden stop. Instruments and controls 2-33 墌 05.8.26/Z50-D/V5.0 墍 The partition 쎻C can be removed. Pull up the button 쎻B to open the lower console box lid. Push the button 쎻D and adjust the armrest to the desired position. CONSOLE BOX WARNING The center console box should not be 2-34 Instruments and controls SIC3043 used while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation. Push the button 쎻A to open the upper console box lid. 墌 05.8.26/Z50-D/V5.0 墍 WARNING 쐌 Properly secure all cargo to help pre- vent it from sliding or shifting. 쐌 Be sure to secure all four hooks into the retainers. The cargo restrained in the net must not exceed 30 lbs (13.6

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