NISSAN ARMADA 2012 1.G Owners Manual

WARNING
●The front sonar system is a convenience
but it is not a substitute for proper
driving.
● The rear sonar system is a convenience
but it is not a substitute for proper back-
ing. Always turn and check that it is safe
to do so before backing up. Always
back up slowly. The front sonar system:
● is active when the ignition is in the ON
position and the shift selector is in a forward
gear position.
● a beeping tone is emitted when the sensors
detect obstacles within 3 ft (1.0 m) of the
front bumper.
The rear sonar system: ● is active when the ignition is in the ON
position and the shift selector is in R (Re-
verse) .
● a beeping tone is emitted when the sensors
detect obstacles within 5.9 ft (1.8 m) of the
rear bumper.
The front and rear sonar system can be disabled
by pushing the OFF switch. When the system is
disabled, the indicator light on the switch will
illuminate. Push the switch again to enable the
system. The indicator light will go off.
The system will automatically reset the next time
the ignition switch is placed in the ON position.
See “Front sonar system” in the “Starting and
driving” section. Tow mode should be used when pulling a heavy
trailer or hauling a heavy load. Driving the vehicle
in the tow mode with no trailer/load or light
trailer/light load will not cause any damage. How-
ever, fuel economy may be reduced, and the
transmission/engine driving characteristics may
feel unusual.
Press the tow mode switch to activate tow mode.
The indicator light on the tow mode switch illumi-
nates when tow mode is selected. Press the tow
mode switch again to turn tow mode OFF.
Tow mode is automatically canceled when the
ignition switch is placed in the OFF position.
LIC1182LIC0594
FRONT AND REAR SONAR SYSTEM
OFF SWITCH (if so equipped)
TOW MODE SWITCH
2-38Instruments and controls

For additional information, refer to “Tow mode” in
the “Technical and consumer information” sec-
tion later in this manual.
Front row
LIC1193
2nd row
LIC0550
POWER OUTLET
Instruments and controls2-39

The power outlets are for powering electrical
accessories such as cellular telephones.
The power outlets located on the driver’s side of
the instrument panel and in the luggage area are
powered directly by the vehicle’s battery.
The power outlets located on the passenger’s
side of the instrument panel and in the 2nd row
are powered only when the ignition switch is in
the ACC or ON position.
Open the cap to use a power outlet.
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.
● 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 or any other
liquids to contact the outlet.
INSTRUMENT PANEL STORAGE
TRAYS
WARNING
Do not place sharp objects in the trays to
help prevent injury in an accident or sud-
den stop.
Luggage area
LIC0551
Center stack storage
LIC1183
STORAGE
2-40Instruments and controls

CONSOLE BOX
Console box storage traysConsole box storage
Pull up on the lever1to open the console box lid
2.
Console box lock
Use the master key to lock1or unlock2the
console box.
LIC1369LIC1370LIC1371
Instruments and controls2-41

GLOVE BOX
Open the glove box by pulling the handle. Use the
master key when locking
1or unlocking2the
glove box.
WARNING
Keep glove box lid closed while driving to
help prevent injury in an accident or a
sudden stop.
SUNGLASSES HOLDER
To open the sunglasses holder, push and release.
Only store one pair of sunglasses in the holder.
WARNING
Keep the sunglasses holder closed while
driving to prevent an accident.
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.
LIC1176WIC0673
2-42Instruments and controls

MAP POCKETSSEATBACK POCKET
The seatback pocket is located on the back of the
driver seat. The pocket can be used to store
maps.OVERHEAD CONSOLE
LIC1195LIC0575
Small bin
LIC0568
Instruments and controls2-43

Storage bins
WARNING
Keep storage bins closed while driving to
help prevent injury in an accident or a
sudden stop.
Push the button to open a storage bin.
Push the lid up to close.
CUP HOLDERS
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.
Medium bin (if so equipped)
LIC0569
Large bin
LIC0570
Front
WIC1507
2-44Instruments and controls

Position the arm on the adjustable cup holder so
that the cup is held securely.To open the 2nd row cup holders (rear of the front
console) , lower the lid. To close, raise the lid.
Adjustable
LIC1373
2nd row (rear of front console)
LIC0554
2nd row center console (if so equipped)
LIC0555
Instruments and controls2-45

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.
2nd row bench (if so equipped)
LIC0556
3rd row
LIC0557
Bottle holder
WIC1197
2-46Instruments and controls

2ND ROW CENTER CONSOLE (if so
equipped)
Pull up on the lever to open the console box lid.
Removing the 2nd row center console
box
To remove the 2nd row center console box:
1Lift out the cup holder tray.
2Pull up on the handle to tilt the console box
up.
3Move the console box toward the front of the
vehicle and lift it out. To reinstall the 2nd row center console box:
1. Slide the console box over the base toward the rear of the vehicle.
2. Push down to lock the console box in place.
3. Replace the cup holder tray.
LIC0576LIC0577
Instruments and controls2-47