traction control NISSAN ARMADA 2017 2.G Owners Manual

If any of the following conditions occur, the air
bag and/or pretensioner systems needs servi-
cing.
.The supplemental air bag warning light
remains 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.
It is recommended you visit a NISSAN dealer for
these services.
Unless checked and repaired, the supplemental
restraint system (air bag system) and/or the
pretensioners may not function properly.
For additional information, see “Supplemental
restraint system” (P.1-52) .
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 and/or pretensioner systems
will not operate in an accident. To help
avoid injury to yourself or others, have
your vehicle checked. It is recom-
mended you visit a NISSAN dealer for
this service.
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
warning light
When the ignition switch is in the ON position,
the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) warning
light illuminates and then turns off.
The light will blink when the VDC system or the
traction control system is operating, thus alerting
the driver that the vehicle is nearing its traction
limits. The road surface may be slippery.
When the VDC warning light illuminates when
the VDC system is turned on, this light alerts the
driver to the fact that the VDC system’s fail-safe
mode is operating, for example the VDC or hill
start assist system may not be functioning
properly. Have the system checked. It is
recommended you visit a NISSAN dealer for
this service. If a malfunction occurs in the
system, the VDC system function will be
canceled but the vehicle is still driveable. For
additional information, see “Vehicle Dynamic
Control (VDC) system” (P.5-138) .
INDICATOR LIGHTS
Automatic Transmission (AT) posi-
tion indicator light
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the indicator shows the shift lever
position.
In the manual shift mode, when the transmission
does not shift to the selected gear due to a
transmission protection mode, the AT position
indicator light will blink and a buzzer will sound.
See “Automatic transmission” (P.5-18) for
further details.
Blind Spot Intervention (BSI) ON
indicator light (green; if so equipped)
The light comes on in green when the Blind Spot
Intervention (BSI) system is turned on. The light
turns off when the system is turned off.
NOTE:
This light is common with the BSW/BSI
system warning light (orange) . (See “Blind
Spot Warning (BSW)/Blind Spot Interven-
tion (BSI) system warning light” (P.2-12) .)
For more details, see “Blind Spot Intervention
Š
(BSI)” (P.5-43) .
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Image Viewer
The image files in the USB memory will be
displayed. To display the Image Viewer, push the
SETTING button, select the “Other” key and
then select the “Image Viewer” key. The image of
the selected file is displayed on the right side of
the screen.
When a number of folders are included in the
USB memory, select a folder from the list to
display the file list.
Images will not be shown on the display while
the vehicle is in any drive position to reduce
driver distraction. To view images, stop the
vehicle in a safe location and apply the parkingbrake.
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Full Screen Display:
The full screen display will appear when select-
ing the “Full Screen Display” key.
To operate the Image Viewer or to change the
settings, select the desired key using the multi-
function controller.
.
(Start)
Select the “
” key to start playing the
slideshow.
.
(Stop)
Select the “
” key to stop the slideshow.
.
(Next)
Select the “
” key to display the next file.

.DTS and DTS Digital Surround “” are
registered trademarks of Digital Theater
Systems, Inc.
Parental level (parental control):
DVDs with the parental control setting can be
played with this system. Please use your own
judgement to set the parental control with the
system.
Disc selection:
The following disc formats can be played with
the DVD drive.
. DVD-VIDEO
. VIDEO-CD
. CD-DA (Conventional Compact Disc)
. DTS-CD
USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connection
Port
WARNING
Do not connect, disconnect or operate
the USB device while driving. Doing so
can be a distraction. If distracted you
could lose control of your vehicle and
cause an accident or serious injury.
CAUTION
.Do not force the USB device into the
USB port. Inserting the USB device
tilted or up-side-down into the port
may damage the port. Make sure
that the USB device is connected
correctly into the USB port.
. Do not grab the USB port cover
when pulling the USB device out of
the port. This could damage the port
and the cover.
. Do not leave the USB cable in a
place where it can be pulled unin-
tentionally. Pulling the cable may
damage the port.
The vehicle is not equipped with a USB device.
USB devices should be purchased separately
as necessary.
This system cannot be used to format USB
devices. To format a USB device, use a personal
computer.
In some states/area, the USB device for the
front seats plays only sound without images for
regulatory reasons, even when the vehicle is
parked.
This system supports various USB memory devices, USB hard drives and iPod
Šplayers.
Some USB devices may not be supported by
this system.
. Partitioned USB devices may not play
correctly.
. Some characters used in other languages
(Chinese, Japanese, etc.) may not appear
properly in the display. Using English lan-
guage characters with a USB device is
recommended.
General notes for USB use:
Refer to your device manufacturer’s owner
infomation regarding the proper use care of
the device.
Notes for iPod
Šuse:
“Made for iPod”, “Made for iPhone”, and “Made
for iPad” mean that an electronic accessory has
been designed to connect specifically to iPod
Š,
iPhoneŠ, or iPadŠ, respectively, and has been
certified by the developer to meet Apple
performance standards.
Apple is not responsible for the operation of this
device or its compliance with safety and
regulatory standards.
Please note that the use of this accessory with
iPod
Š, iPhoneŠ, or iPadŠmay affect wireless
performance.
iPad
Š, iPhoneŠ,iPodŠ, iPod classicŠ,iPod
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Then you can adjust each item using the multi-
function controller. After changes have been
made push the BACK button to save the setting.
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USB (Universal Serial Bus) CONNEC-
TION PORT
Audio main operation
The USB connection port is located inside the
tray.
Open the tray lid and connect a USB memory
*1as illustrated. Then, push the DISC·AUX
button repeatedly to switch to the USB memory
mode.
If the system has been turned off while the USB
memory was playing, pushing the ON·OFF/VOL
control knob will start the USB memory.
WARNING
Do not connect, disconnect or operate
the USB device while driving. Doing so
can be a distraction. If distracted your
could lose control of your vehicle and
cause an accident or serious injury.
CAUTION
. Depending on size and shape of
USB device, the tray lid may not fully
close. Do not force tray lid closed as
this may damage USB device.
. Do not force the USB device into the
USB port. Inserting the USB device
tilted or up-side-down into the port
may damage the port. Make sure
that the USB device is connected
correctly into the USB port. (Some
USB devices come with a
mark as a guide. Make sure that
the mark is facing the correct direc-
tion before inserting the device.)
. Do not locate objects near the USB
device to prevent the objects from
leaning on the USB device and the
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iPodŠPLAYER OPERATION
Connecting iPod
Š
The USB connection port is located inside the
tray.
Open the tray lid and connect the iPod
Šcable to
the USB connector. If the iPodŠsupports
charging via USB, the battery of the iPodŠwill
be charged while connected to the vehicle.
Depending on the version of the iPod
Š, the
display on the iPodŠshows a NISSAN or
Accessory Attached screen when the connec-
tion is completed. When the iPod
Šis connected
to the vehicle, the iPodŠmusic library can only
be operated by the vehicle audio controls.
WARNING
Do not connect or disconnect the iPodŠ
cable while driving. Doing so can be a
distraction. If distracted your could lose
control of your vehicle and cause an
accident or serious injury.
CAUTION
. Depending on size and shape of
iPodŠand iPodŠcable, the tray lid
may not fully close. Do not force tray
lid closed as this may damage iPod
Š
and iPodŠcable.
. Do not force the iPodŠcable into
the USB port. Inserting the iPodŠ
cable tilted or up-side-down into the
port may damage the iPodŠcable
and the port. Make sure that the
iPod
Šcable is connected correctly
into the USB port. (Some iPodŠ
cable come with amark as a
guide. Make sure that the mark is
facing the correct direction before
inserting the iPod
Šcable.) .
Do not locate objects near the iPod
Š
cable to prevent the objects from
leaning on the iPodŠcable and the
port. Pressure from the objects may
damage the iPod
Šcable and the
port.
Compatibility
The following models are available:
. Fifth generation iPodŠ(version 1.2.3 or
later)
. iPod Classic
Š(version 1.1.1 or later)
. First generation iPod touchŠ(version 2.0.0
or later)
. Second generation iPod touch
Š(version
1.2.3 or later)
. First generation iPod nano
Š(version 1.3.1 or
later)
. Second generation iPod nano
Š(version
1.1.3 or later)
. Third generation iPod nano
Š(version 1.1 or
later)
. Fourth generation iPod nano
Š(version 1.0.2
or later)
This unit may not control/operate correctly when
connected to some iPod
Šversions/firmware and
iPhoneŠ.
Make sure that the iPodŠversion is updated.

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When the COAST/SET switch is pushed under
the following conditions, the system cannot be
set and the ICC indicators will blink for
approximately 2 seconds:
.When traveling below 20 MPH (32 km/h)
and the vehicle ahead is not detected
. When the shift lever is not in the D (Drive) or
manual shift mode
. When the parking brake is applied
. When the brakes are operated by the driver
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When the COAST/SET switch is pushed under
the following conditions, the system cannot be
set.
A warning chime will sound and the ICC
indicators will blink.
.When the SNOW mode is pushed (SNOW
mode switch) (To use the ICC system, turn
off the SNOW mode switch, push the MAIN
switch to turn off the ICC and reset the ICC
switch by pushing the MAIN switch again.)
For details about the SNOW mode switch,
see “SNOW mode” (P.5-132) .
. When the 4WD shift switch is in the 4H or
4L position. (To use the ICC system, place
the 4WD shift switch in the AUTO position, push the MAIN switch to turn off the ICC
system and reset the ICC switch by pushing
the MAIN switch again (for 4WD models) .
For details about the 4WD shift switch, see
“NISSAN all-mode 4WD
Š” (P.5-123) .
. When the VDC system is off (To use the
ICC system, turn on the VDC system. Push
the MAIN switch to turn off the ICC system
and reset the ICC switch by pushing the
MAIN switch again.)
For details about the VDC system, see
“Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system”
(P.5-138) .
. When ABS or VDC (including the traction
control system) is operating
. When a wheel is slipping (To use the ICC
system, make sure the wheels are no longer
slipping. Push the MAIN switch to turn off
the ICC, and reset the ICC system by
pushing the MAIN switch again.)

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.The chime sounds.
. The vehicle ahead detection and set dis-
tance indicator blink.
The warning chime may not sound in some
cases when there is a short distance between
vehicles. Some examples are:
. When the vehicles are traveling at the same
speed and the distance between vehicles is
not changing
. When the vehicle ahead is traveling faster
and the distance between vehicles is
increasing
. When a vehicle cuts in near your vehicle
The warning chime will not sound when:
. Your vehicle approaches other vehicles that
are parked or moving slowly.
. The accelerator pedal is depressed, over-
riding the system.
NOTE:
The approach warning chime may sound
and the system display may blink when the
radar sensor detects objects on the side of
the vehicle or on the side of the road. This
may cause the ICC system to decelerate or
accelerate the vehicle. The radar sensor
may detect these objects when the vehicle
is driven on winding roads, narrow roads,
hilly roads or when entering or exiting a curve. In these cases you will have to
manually control the proper distance
ahead of your vehicle.
Also, the sensor sensitivity can be affected by
vehicle operation (steering maneuver or driving
position in the lane) or traffic or vehicle condition
(for example, if a vehicle is being driven with
some damage) .
Automatic cancellation
A chime sounds under the following conditions
and the control is automatically canceled.
.
When the vehicle ahead is not detected and
your vehicle is traveling below the speed of
15 MPH (24 km/h)
. When the system judges the vehicle is at
standstill
. When the shift lever is not in the D (Drive) or
manual shift mode
. When the parking brake is applied
. When the SNOW mode switch is pushed
on.
. When the 4WD shift switch is in the 4H or
4L position (for 4WD models)
. When the VDC system is turned off
. When ABS or VDC (including the traction
control system) operates .
When distance measurement becomes im-
paired due to adhesion of dirt or obstruction
to the sensor
. When a wheel slips
. When the radar signal is temporarily inter-
rupted
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode
limitations
WARNING
Listed below are the system limitations
for the ICC system. Failure to operate
the vehicle in accordance with these
system limitations could result in ser-
ious injury or death.
.The system is primarily intended for
use on straight, dry, open roads with
light traffic. It is not advisable to use
the system in city traffic or con-
gested areas.
. This system will not adapt automa-
tically to road conditions. This sys-
tem should be used in evenly
flowing traffic. Do not use the
system on roads with sharp curves,
or on icy roads, in heavy rain or in
fog.

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To cancel the preset speed,use any of the
following methods:
1. Push the CANCEL switch. The SET indica- tor will turn off.
2. Tap the brake pedal. The SET indicator will turn off.
3. Turn the MAIN switch off. Both the MAIN switch indicator and SET indicator will turn
off.
To reset at a faster cruising speed, use one
of the following three methods:
1. Depress the accelerator pedal. When the vehicle attains the desired speed, push and
release the COAST/SET switch.
2. Push and hold the ACCELERATE/RESUME set switch. When the vehicle attains the
speed you desire, release the switch.
3. Push, then quickly release the ACCELER- ATE/RESUME switch. Each time you do
this, the set speed will increase by about 1
MPH (1.6 km/h) .
To reset at a slower cruising speed, use one
of the following three methods:
1. Lightly tap the brake pedal. When the vehicle attains the desired speed, push the
COAST/SET switch and release it. 2. Push and hold the COAST/SET switch.
Release the switch when the vehicle slows
down to the desired speed.
3. Push, then quickly release the COAST/SET switch. Each time you do this, the set speed
will decrease by about 1 MPH (1.6 km/h) .
To resume the preset speed, push and
release the ACCELERATE/RESUME switch.
The vehicle will resume the last set cruising
speed when the vehicle speed is over 25 MPH
(40 km/h) .
System temporarily unavailable
Under the following condition, a chime will
sound and the system control is automatically
canceled.
. When the vehicle slows down more than 8
MPH (13 km/h) below the set speed
. When the shift lever is shifted to the N
(Neutral) position
. When the parking brake is applied
. When the VDC (including the traction
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Warning light
When the system is not operating properly, the
chime sounds and the system warning light
(orange) will come on.
Action to take:
If the warning light comes on, park the vehicle in
a safe place. Turn the engine off, restart the
engine, resume driving and then perform the
setting again.
If it is not possible to set or the indicator
stays on, it may indicate that the system is
malfunctioning. Although the vehicle is
still driveable under normal conditions,
have the vehicle checked. It is recom-

.When the VDC or ABS (including the
traction control system) operates
. When the SNOW mode switch is ON (To
use the DCA system, turn off the SNOW
mode switch, then turn on the dynamic
driver assistance switch
*2.)
For details about the SNOW mode switch,
see “SNOW mode switch” (P.2-47).
. When the 4WD shift switch is in the 4H or
4L position (for 4WD models)
. When the radar signal is temporarily inter-
rupted
Action to take:
When the conditions listed above are no longer
present, turn the system off with the dynamic
driver assistance switch
*2. Turn the DCA
system back on to use the system.
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Condition B:
When the radar sensor area is covered with dirt
or is obstructed, making it impossible to detect a
vehicle ahead, the DCA system is automatically
canceled.
The chime sounds and the DCA system warning
light (orange) will come on and the “FRONT
RADAR OBSTRUCTION” warning will appear.
Action to take:
If the warning light comes on, park the vehicle in
a safe place, place the shift lever in the P (Park)
position and turn the engine off. When the radar
signal is temporarily interrupted, clean the
sensor area and restart the engine. If the “FRONT RADAR OBSTRUCTION” warning
continues to be displayed, have the DCA system
checked. It is recommended you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.
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5-126Starting and driving
The 4WD shift switch is used to select the 4WD
mode depending on the driving conditions.
There are 3 types of drive modes available,
AUTO, 4HI and 4LO.
The 4WD shift switch electronically controls the
transfer case operation. Rotate the switch to
move between each mode, AUTO, 4H and 4L.
You must depress the 4WD shift switch to
select 4L, and the vehicle MUST be sta-
tionary and the shift lever in the N (Neutral)
position when changing into or out of 4L.
WARNING
.When parking, apply the parking
brake before stopping the engine
and make sure that the 4WD shift
indicator is on and the ATP warning
light turns off. Otherwise, the vehi-
cle could unexpectedly move even if
the automatic transmission is in the
P (Park) position.
. The 4LO and 4HI indicators must
stop blinking and the 4LO or 4HI
indicator must remain illuminated or
turn off before shifting the trans-
mission into gear. If the shift lever is
shifted from the N (Neutral) position
to any other gear while the 4LO and 4HI indicators are blinking alter-
nately, the vehicle may move unex-
pectedly.
CAUTION
.
Never shift the 4WD shift switch
between 4L and 4H while driving.
. The 4HI position provides greater
traction. Avoid excessive speed, as
it will cause increased fuel con-
sumption and higher oil tempera-
tures, and could damage drivetrain
component. Speeds over 62 MPH
(100 km/h) in 4HI is not recom-
mended.
. The 4LO position provides maxi-
mum traction. Avoid raising vehicle
speed excessively, as the maximum
speed is approximately 31 MPH (50
km/h) .
. When driving straight, shift the 4WD
shift switch to the AUTO or 4H
position. Do not move the 4WD shift
switch when making a turn or rever-
sing. .
Do not shift the 4WD shift switch
(between AUTO and 4H) while driv-
ing on steep downhill grades. Use
the engine brake and low automatic
transmission gears for engine brak-
ing.
. Do not operate the 4WD shift switch
(between AUTO and 4H) with the
rear wheels spinning.
. Do not drive on dry hard surface
roads in the 4HI or 4LO position.
Driving on dry hard surfaces in 4HI
or 4LO may cause unnecessary
noise and tire wear. NISSAN recom-
mends driving in the AUTO position
under these conditions.
. The 4WD transfer case may not be
shifted between 4HI and 4LO at low
ambient temperatures and the 4LO
and 4HI indicators may blink even
when the 4WD shift switch is
shifted. After driving for a while
you can change the 4WD shift
switch between 4H and 4L.