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OPENING THE LIFTGATE
To open the lif tgate use the following op-
erations:∙ Release the mechanical key from the Intelligent Key and insert the key into
the key cylinder on the lif tgate (if so
equipped) to unlock. Then push the lif t-
gate opener switch and pull up on the
lif tgate.
∙ Push the
button on the Intelligent
Key. Then push the lif tgate opener
switch and pull up on the lif tgate. ∙ With the Intelligent Key in range, push
the lif tgate request switch (if so
equipped) and pull up on the lif tgate.
CLOSING THE LIFTGATE
WARNING
∙ Do not shut the lif tgate with one handand the other hand remaining on the
lif tgate or vehicle body. Doing so may
lead to your hand becoming trapped
and could result in an injury.
∙ When closing the lif tgate, do not place your hands near the edge of the lif t-
gate. Always be sure to close the lif t-
gate from the outside.
∙ Af ter closing the lif tgate, be sure to check that it has been closed securely.
If the lif tgate opens while the vehicle
is being driven this could result in a
serious accident.
To close the lif tgate, pull down until it se-
curely locks.
SECONDARY LIFTGATE UNLOCK
Follow the following steps to unlock the
lif tgate when the battery is discharged.
NOTE:
It is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN dealer as soon as possible for
inspection.
Unlocking the lif tgate:
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1. Move the coverAby using a screw-
driver or a similar tool available on
hand. 2. Then move the inside leverBby using
a screwdriver or similar tool available
on hand. The lif tgate will open.OPENER OPERATION
The fuel-filler door release is located below
the instrument panel. To open the fuel-filler
door, pull the release. To lock, close the fuel-
filler door securely.
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FUEL-FILLER CAP
WARNING
∙ Gasoline is extremely flammable andhighly explosive under certain condi-
tions. You could be burned or seri-
ously injured if it is misused or mis-
handled. Always stop the engine and
do not smoke or allow open flames or
sparks near the vehicle when
refueling.
∙ Do not attempt to top off the fuel tank af ter the fuel pump nozzle shuts off
automatically. Continued refueling
may cause fuel overflow, resulting in
fuel spray and possibly a fire.
∙ Use only an original equipment type fuel-filler cap as a replacement. It has
a built-in safety valve needed for
proper operation of the fuel system
and emission control system. An in-
correct cap can result in a serious mal-
function and possible injury. It could
also cause the Malfunction Indicator
Light (MIL) to come on.
∙ Never pour fuel into the throttle body to attempt to start your vehicle. ∙ Do not fill a portable fuel container in
the vehicle or trailer. Static electricity
can cause an explosion of flammable
liquid, vapor or gas in any vehicle or
trailer. To reduce the risk of serious
injury or death when filling portable
fuel containers:
– Always place the container on the ground when filling.
– Do not use electronic devices when filling.
– Keep the pump nozzle in contact with the container while you are
filling it.
– Use only approved portable fuel containers for flammable liquid.
CAUTION
∙ Do not use a fuel containing morethan 15% ethanol in your vehicle. For
additional information, refer to “Fuel
recommendation” in the “Technical
and consumer information” section of
this manual.
∙ If fuel is spilled on the vehicle body, flush it away with water to avoid paint
damage. To remove the fuel-filler cap:
1. Turn the fuel-filler cap counterclock- wise to remove.
2. Loop the tether strap around the hook1while refueling.
To install the fuel-filler cap: 1. Insert the fuel-filler cap straight into the fuel-filler tube.
2. Turn the fuel-filler cap clockwise until a single click is heard.
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WARNING
∙ Do not adjust the steering wheel whiledriving. You could lose control of your
vehicle and cause an accident.
∙ Do not adjust the steering wheel any closer to you than is necessary for
proper steering operation and com-
fort. The driver’s air bag inflates with
great force. If you are unrestrained,
leaning forward, sitting sideways or
out of position in any way, you are at
greater risk of injury or death in a
crash. You may also receive serious or
fatal injuries from the air bag if you
are up against it when it inflates. Al-
ways sit back against the seatback
and as far away as practical from the
steering wheel. Always use the seat
belts.
MANUAL OPERATION
Tilt and telescopic operation
Pull the lock lever1down:
∙ Adjust the steering wheel up or down in direction
2to the desired position.
∙ Adjust the steering wheel forward or backward in direction
3to the desired
position.
Push the lock lever
1up firmly to lock the
steering wheel in place. 1. To block glare from the front, swing
down the sun visor1.
2. To block glare from the side, remove the sun visor from the center mount
and swing the visor to the side
2.
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3. Slide the sun visor extension3in or
out as needed.
CAUTION
∙ Do not store the sun visor before re- turning the extension to its original
position.
∙ Do not pull the extension sun visor forcibly downward.
VANITY MIRRORS
To access the vanity mirror, pull the sun
visor down and flip open the mirror cover.
CARD HOLDER (driver’s side only)
To access the card holder, pull the sun visor
down and slide card in the card holder
A.
Do not view information while operating
the vehicle.
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MANUAL ANTI-GLARE REARVIEW
MIRROR
The night position1reduces glare from
the headlights of vehicles behind you at
night.
Use the day position
2when driving in
daylight hours.
WARNING
Use the night position only when neces-
sary, because it reduces rearview
clarity.
OUTSIDE MIRRORS
To operate the outside mirror remote con-
trol move the small switch
1to select the
right or lef t mirror. Adjust each mirror to the
desired position using the large switch
2.
Move the small switch to the center (neu-
tral) position to prevent accidentally mov-
ing the mirror.
WARNING
∙ Do not adjust the mirrors while driv- ing. You could lose control of your ve-
hicle and cause an accident.
∙ Objects viewed in the outside mirror on the passenger side are closer than
they appear. Be careful when moving
to the right. Using only this mirror
could cause an accident. Use the in-
side mirror or glance over your shoul-
der to properly judge distances to
other objects.
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Foldable outside mirrors
Pull the outside mirror toward the door to
fold it.
Heated mirrors (if so equipped)
The electric control type outside mirrors
can be heated to defrost, defog, or de-ice
for improved visibility. Push the rear win-
dow defroster switch to activate the heat-
ing function. Push the switch again to de-
activate, or the heating function will
automatically turn off af ter approximately
15 minutes.
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4 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and
voice recognition systems
NissanConnect® Owner’s Manual
(if so equipped)..................................4-2
Control panel buttons ...........................4-3
How to use the touch-screen .................4-4
How to use the
MENU button ...........4-6
(brightness control) button .............4-8
How to use the VOL (volume) knob /
PUSH
(power)button ...................4-8
Selecting menu from launch bar .............4-8
RearView Monitor (if so equipped) ...............4-9
RearView Monitor system operation .........4-10
How to read the displayed lines ..............4-10
Difference between predicted and
actual distances .............................. 4-11
Adjusting the screen ........................ 4-13
RearView Monitor system limitations ........4-13
System maintenance ........................ 4-14
Intelligent Around View Monitor
(if so equipped) ................................. 4-15
Intelligent Around View Monitor system
operation .................................... 4-16
Difference between predicted and
actual distances ............................. 4-19How to park with predicted course
lines
......................................... 4-21
How to switch the display ...................4-22
Adjusting the screen ........................ 4-23
Intelligent Around View Monitor system
limitations ................................... 4-23
System maintenance ........................ 4-25
Moving Object Detection (MOD)
(if so equipped) ................................. 4-26
MOD system operation ......................4-27
Turning MOD on and off (if so equipped) .....4-28
MOD system limitations .....................4-29
System maintenance ........................ 4-30
Vents ........................................... 4-30
Heater and air conditioner (manual)
(if so equipped) ................................. 4-31
Controls ..................................... 4-32
Heater operation ............................ 4-33
Air conditioner operation ....................4-34
Air flow charts ............................... 4-35
Heater and air conditioner (automatic)
(if so equipped) ................................. 4-39
Automatic operation ........................ 4-40
Manual operation ........................... 4-41
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Operating tips............................... 4-41
Servicing air conditioner ........................4-42
Audio system ................................... 4-42
Radio ........................................ 4-42
FM radio reception .......................... 4-43
AM radio reception .......................... 4-43
Audio operation precautions ................4-43
FM/AM radio ................................. 4-48
USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connection
Port......................................... 4-53
iPod®* player operation ......................4-56
Bluetooth® streaming audio .................4-59
Steering wheel switch for audio control ......4-63
USB/iPod® charging ports ...................4-64
Antenna ..................................... 4-64
Siri® Eyes Free (if so equipped) ..................4-65
Requirements ............................... 4-65
Operating Siri® Eyes Free ....................4-65Troubleshooting guide
......................4-67
Car phone or CB radio .......................... 4-68
Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System .........4-68
Regulatory information ......................4-70
Using the system ............................ 4-71
Indicators ................................... 4-72
Control buttons ............................. 4-72
Connecting procedure ......................4-73
Voice commands ........................... 4-75
Phone display screen ........................ 4-77
Making a call ................................ 4-78
Receiving a call .............................. 4-79
During a call ................................. 4-79
Ending a call ................................. 4-80
Text messaging (if so equipped) .............4-80
Bluetooth® connections screen .............4-84
Phone and text message settings ...........4-85
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Refer to the NissanConnect® Owner’s
Manual that includes the following infor-
mation.∙ Audio system
∙ Apple CarPlay
TM
∙ Android AutoTM
∙ Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone system
∙ Viewing information
∙ Other settings
∙ Voice Recognition (if so equipped)
∙ General system information
WARNING
∙ Positioning of the heating or air con- ditioning controls and display con-
trols should not be done while driving
in order that full attention may be
given to the driving operation.
∙ Do not disassemble or modif y this system. If you do, it may result in acci-
dents, fire, or electrical shock.
∙ Do not use this system if you notice any abnormality, such as a frozen
screen or lack of sound. Continued
use of the system may result in acci-
dent, fire or electric shock.
∙ In case you notice any foreign object in the system hardware, spill liquid on
it, or notice smoke or smell coming
from it, stop using the system imme-
diately. Ignoring such conditions may
lead to accidents, fire or electrical
shock. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN dealer for servicing.
NISSANCONNECT® OWNER’S
MANUAL (if so equipped)
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