REF NISSAN NOTE 2012 User Guide

COMBINATION METER DISPLAY
(LCD)
1.The TRIP button/Steering wheelswitch*
toggles between:
Twin trip odometer setting
TRIP computer setting
2.Clock setting/Oil change schedule setting*
switchA.Clock display
B.Cruise control/Speed limiter display
For further information see “Speed limiter” in
the “5. Starting and driving” section and
“Cruise control system” in the “5. Starting and
driving” section.
C.Outside temperature display
D.Odometer/distance to oil change information*
E.Twin trip odometer/Trip computer mode*
F.Oil level status (HR16DE or K9K engine
equipped models only)
*where fitted
NOTE
The LCD display information comes on only when
the ignition switch is turned to the ON position.
ODOMETER/TWIN TRIP ODOMETER
Odometer
jD
The odometer records the total distance the vehicle
has been drivenjD.
Twin trip odometerjE
The twin trip odometer records the distance of indi-
vidual trips.
The odometer/twin trip odometer is displayed in
jE
when the ignition switch is in the ON position.Changing the display:
Press the TRIP button/Steering wheel
switch
to change the display as follows:
TripA⇒TripB⇒Trip Computer modes (where fit-
ted)
Resetting the trip odometer:
In the Trip A or Trip B mode, press the TRIP button/
Steering wheel
switch for more than 1 second
to reset the trip odometer to zero.
TRIP COMPUTER (where fitted)
When the ignition switch is turned to the ON posi-
tion, modes of the trip computer can be selected by
pressing the TRIP button/Steering wheel
switch.
The following modes can be selected:
•Distance to empty
•Average fuel consumption
•Average speed
•Journey time
Distance to emptym(km or mls)
The distance to empty provides an estimation of the
distance that can be driven before refuelling. The
range is constantly being calculated, based on the
amount of fuel in the fuel tank and the actual fuel
consumption.
The distance to empty includes a low range warning
feature: when the fuel level is low, the distance to
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empty is automatically selected and the digits blink
in order to draw the driver’s attention. Press the
TRIP button/Steering wheel
switch if you wish
to return to the mode that was selected before the
warning occurred.
When the fuel level drops even lower, the distance
to empty will display
along within a
flashing mode.
Average fuel consumption (l/100 km or
mpg)
The average fuel consumption mode shows the av-
erage fuel consumption since the last reset. The dis-
played average fuel consumption can be reset by
pressing the TRIP button/Steering wheel
switch for more than 1 second.
Average speed (km/h or MPH)
The average speed mode shows the average ve-
hicle speed since the last reset. The displayed aver-
age speed can be reset by pressing the TRIP but-
ton/Steering wheel
switch for more than 1
second.
Journey timem
The journey time mode shows the time since the last
reset in minutes and seconds. The displayed time
can be reset by pressing the TRIP button/Steering
wheel
switch for more than 1 second.
Trip computer reset
Pushing the TRIP button/Steering wheelswitch for more than 3 seconds will reset all modes
except Trip A and distance to empty.
OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE DISPLAY
The outside temperature function provides a displayjC of the outside temperature (ºC) when the ignition
switch is in the ON position.
The display of positive temperatures is unsigned
(blank), negative temperatures are prefixed with a
minus sign.
Low temperature warning
Above 4°C the display remains steady.
The display will flash to indicate a low outside air
temperature, and the possibility of icy or slippery
road conditions:
•When the outside temperature drops between
–3°C and 3°C.
•When starting the vehicle below –3°C.
The temperature display will not flash:
•After approximately 20 seconds, when starting
the vehicle and the outside temperature is below
–3°C.
•When the outside temperature rises from below
–3°C into the range between –3°C and 3°C.
•While driving, when the outside temperature
drops below –3°C.CAUTION
Even if the display is not flashing, there is no
guarantee that the road is free of hazards caused
by inclement weather.
NOTE
The outside air temperature sensor is located at
the front of the vehicle. At low speeds the sensor
can be affected by engine heat, heat reflected
from the road surface and exhaust from other
vehicles, these influences can cause the display
to be inaccurate. To compensate, the outside air
temperature display is designed to react slowly
to increasing temperatures, but quickly to falling
temperatures.
ENGINE OIL LEVEL INFORMATION
(where fitted)
When the ignition is turned to the ON position, dis-
tance to oil change informationand oil level sta-
tus are displayed on the LCD displayjE in the fol-
lowing order:
– Distance to oil change (with a wrench symbol
)
– Oil level status (“Oil Good” or “Oil Lo”)
Only for models with HR16DE or K9K engine.
For details, see “HR16DE or K9K engine oil level
status” later in this section.
After the oil level status (where fitted), the LCD dis-
play switches to the last twin trip odometer/trip com-
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puter (where fitted) mode that was displayed before
the ignition switch was turned to the Acc, “OFF” or
LOCK position.
HR16DE or K9K engine oil level status
The Oil level status provides specific information
regarding the engine oil level.
If the oil level is sufficient, “Oil Good” is displayed
for approximately 10 seconds. If the oil level is low,
“Oil Lo” blinks for approximately 30 seconds in or-
der to draw your attention on necessary action.
G.Oil level 5 (Max)
H.Oil level 1 (Min)
A short press on the TRIP button/Steering wheel
switch during the “Oil Good” or “Oil Lo” mode
displays an approximate oil level indication between
jG /Max orjH /Min.
In the case of a low engine oil level, see “Engine oil”
in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section
for the proper engine oil refilling procedure.
Oil change schedule set-up
It is possible to adjust the interval distance to oil
change by pressing the Clock setting/Oil change
schedule setting switch
j2 for 3 seconds while the
wrench symboland the distance to oil change
are displayed. The symbol and distance display will
start flashing and the display shows the current in-
terval. Press the switch
j2 again to increase the
interval distance. Each step increases the interval
distance by 1,000 km (500 miles). The interval dis-
tance can be set up to 63,000 km (31,500 miles)
after which the display returns to zero.
If no further action is made, the display returns to oil
level status mode and the new interval is set.
If the interval distance is set to 0, the display will
skip the distance to oil change information and
wrench symbol display mode and will directly dis-
play the oil level status (“Oil Good” or “Oil Lo” –
HR16DE or K9K engine equipped models only). In
order to return to the distance to oil change informa-
tion and wrench symbol display mode, press the
Clock setting/Oil change schedule setting switch
j2 for approximately 3 seconds after the ignition
switch has been turned to the ON position, and
adjust the distance to oil change schedule as previ-
ously described.
See the Warranty Information & Maintenance Book-
let for the appropriate interval distance to oil change.CAUTION
•The oil level should be checked regularly. Op-
erating with an insufficient oil level can dam-
age the engine and such damage is not cov-
ered by the warranty.
•NISSAN recommends checking the oil level
every 5,000 km (3,000 miles).
DIGITAL CLOCKjA
The clock function at the top of the LCD displayj2
provides a clock display when the ignition switch is
in the ON position.
12/24 hour setting
Briefly pressing the Clock setting/Oil change sched-
ule setting* switchj2 will toggle between the 12
and 24 hour modes. Note that when the clock dis-
plays 0:01 in the 24 hour mode and is changed to
the 12 hour mode, the display will show 12.01 AM.
Hour setting
Pressing the Clock setting/Oil change schedule set-
ting switchj2 for 3 seconds or more will initialise
the clock adjustment procedure.
The hour setting mode is indicated by the hour dig-
it(s), the colon and AM or PM (in the 12 hour mode)
flashing at a certain frequency. Each activation of
the switch
j2 changes the time by 1 hour.
The display will show AM or PM in the 12 hour
mode and will change at midday and midnight. If the
j2 switch is not pressed for 5 seconds or more, the
clock changes to minutes setting mode.
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“Supplemental Restraint System (air bag system)”
in the “1. Safety — seats, seat belts and supple-
mental restraint system” section.
Brake warning light
This light functions for both the handbrake and the
footbrake systems.
Handbrake indicator:
The light comes on when the handbrake is applied.
Low brake fluid warning:
The light warns of a low brake fluid level in the brake
power assist unit. If the light comes on while the
engine is running and the handbrake is not applied,
stop the vehicle and perform the following:
1. Check the brake fluid level. Add brake fluid as
much as necessary. See “Brake and clutch fluid”
in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” sec-
tion.
WARNING
If the level is below the MIN mark on the brake
fluid reservoir, do not drive until the brake sys-
tem has been checked at a NISSAN dealer or
qualified workshop.
2. If the brake fluid level is correct:
Have the warning system checked by a NISSAN
dealer or qualified workshop.
WARNING
•Driving your vehicle could be dangerous.
Therefore have it towed to the nearest
NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop.
•Pressing the brake pedal with the engine
stopped and/or low brake fluid level could in-
crease your stopping distance and require
greater pedal effort as well as pedal travel.
Charge warning light
If the light comes on while the engine is running, it
may indicate that the charging system is malfunc-
tioning. Turn the engine off and check the alternator
belt. If the belt is loose, broken, missing or if the light
remains on, see a NISSAN dealer or qualified work-
shop immediately.
CAUTION
Do not continue driving if the belt is loose, bro-
ken or missing.
Door open warning light
This light comes on when any of the doors are not
closed securely while the ignition switch is in the
ON position.
Engine coolant temperature
warning light
The engine coolant temperature varies with the out-
side air temperature and driving condition.
When the ignition switch is turned to the ON posi-tion, the engine coolant temperature warning light
illuminates for a few seconds and then goes off.
This means the system is operational.
The engine coolant temperature warning light illumi-
nates when the engine coolant temperature reaches
an excessively high temperature of approximately
105 °C (221 °F).
CAUTION
•If the engine coolant temperature warning
light comes on, stop the vehicle as soon as
safely possible and contact a NISSAN dealer
or qualified workshop.
•When towing a trailer or driving uphill, reduce
the vehicle speed as soon as safely possible
to decrease the engine coolant temperature.
•If the engine overheats, continued operation
of the vehicle may seriously damage the en-
gine. See “Engine overheat” in the “6. In case
of emergency” section for immediate action
required.
WARNING
Do not remove the radiator cap while the engine
is hot. Otherwise, there is a danger of being
scalded by the coolant that is likely to erupt from
the filler.
Engine oil pressure warning light
This light warns of low engine oil pressure. If the
light flickers, comes on during normal driving, or
stays on once the engine is started, pull off the road
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WARNING
In freezing temperatures the washer solution
may freeze on the rear window and obscure your
vision. Warm the rear window with the rear win-
dow defogger before you wash the rear window.
NOTE
When the windscreen wiper switch is in the inter-
mittent, low or high speed position and the vehi-
cle’s gear lever is set in Reverse, the rear window
wiper comes on (where fitted).REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER
A.Models with automatic air conditioner
B.Models with manual air conditioner
To defog/defrost the rear window glass, start the
engine and push the switch in. The indicator light
will come on. Push the switch again to turn the
defogger off.
The defogger will turn off automatically after ap-
proximately 15 minutes — if the rear window clears
before this time, push the switch again to turn the
defogger off.
CAUTION
When cleaning the inner side of the rear window,
be careful not to scratch or damage the electri-
cal conductors.
OUTSIDE MIRROR DEFOGGER
(where fitted)
The outside rear-view mirrors will be defogged when
the defogger switch is activated.
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WARNING
There are some areas immediately before the
closed position where squeezing cannot be de-
tected. Be careful not to pinch your fingers.CAUTION
Do not use for extended periods of time with the
engine stopped. This could discharge the bat-
tery.
NOTE
The interior lights will go off after approximately
15 minutes unless the ignition switch is in the
Acc or ON position.ROOM LIGHTj1
The room lightj1 has a three-position switch.
Position Lighting
mLightisalwayson
“Middle”Light comes on when a door is
opened
0 Light remains off
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Type B (where fitted)
INTERIOR LIGHTS
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VEHICLE DEAD BATTERY –
LEFT-HAND SIDE DOOR HANDLE
The left-hand side door can be locked or unlocked
with the door key/emergency key when the vehi-
cle’s battery is dead.
To lock the door with the key/emergency
key
1. If necessary, carefully remove the protection capjA (where fitted) on the left-hand side door
handle by inserting the key/emergency key in the
cap’s base slot and pry it off.
2. To lock the door
j1 , insert the key/emergency
key in the left-hand side door handle key cylinder
and turn it towards the front of the vehicle
jF.
To unlock the door
j2 , turn the key/emergency
key towards the rear of the vehicle.
The left-hand side door handle can only be locked
from the outside by using the key/emergency key
when the door is closed.See “Ignition knob (where fitted)” in the “5. Starting
and driving” section for access to the Intelligent sys-
tem emergency key.
CAUTION
The alarm system will be triggered when the door
is opened using the key/emergency key (NISSAN
alarm equipped models). To stop the alarm, turn
the ignition key/emergency key to the ON posi-
tion.
Initialising the system after vehicle
battery loading or replacement
After recharging or replacing the battery, you should
release (initialise) the system by:
•Inserting the key/emergency key into the ignition
switch and then turning it to the ON position.
•Unlocking the vehicle using the integrated key-
fob.
LOCKING WITH POWER DOOR
LOCK SWITCH
CAUTION
When locking the door with the power door lock
switch, be sure not to leave the key inside the
vehicle.
Central door lock equipped models
Operating the power door lock switch located on
the centre console will lockj1 or unlockj2 all
doors when the driver’s door is closed (the indica-
tor light
j3 comes on when all doors are locked).
However, a chime will sound and the doors will not
lock if the power door lock switch is pressed when
a passenger door is open, even if the driver’s door
is closed.
NOTE
•It is also possible to open the driver’s door,
move the power door lock switch to the lock
j1 position and close the door to lock all doors
unless the key is in the ignition or the Intelli-
gent Key (where fitted) is left inside the ve-
hicle.
•If the integrated Intelligent Keyfob lock button
(where fitted) is pressed inside the vehicle, all
doors lock, the power door lock indicator light
j3 comes on and the power door unlock side
of the switchj2 cannot be activated (central
door lock equipped models and Super Lock
equipped models). To unlock, press the inte-
grated Intelligent Keyfob unlock button. How-
ever, note that if the door is manually opened
from inside after having pressed the Keyfob
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Centre console
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FUEL FILLER LID OPENER LEVER
A.LHD models
B.RHD models
To open the fuel filler lid, pull up the opener lever
j1 . To lock, close the fuel filler lid securely.
FUEL FILLER CAP
The fuel filler cap is a ratcheting type. Tighten the
cap clockwise until ratcheting clicks are heard.Put the fuel filler cap on the cap holder
j1 while
refuelling.
WARNING
•Fuel is extremely flammable and highly explo-
sive under certain conditions. Always stop the
engine and do not smoke or allow open flames
or sparks near the vehicle when refuelling.
•Fuel may be under pressure. Turn the cap half
a turn and wait for any hissing sound to stop,
in order to prevent fuel from spraying out and
causing possible personal injury.
•Use only a NISSAN fuel filler cap or exact
equivalent as a replacement. It has a built-in
safety valve needed for proper operation of
the fuel system and emission control system.
An incorrect cap can result in a serious mal-
function and possible injury.
CAUTION
If fuel is spilled on the vehicle body, flush it away
with water to avoid paint damage.To apply:Pull the lever up
j1.
To release:Pull the lever up slightly, push the but-
ton
j2 and lower completely.
Before driving, check that the brake warning light
goes out. For additional information, see “Warn-
ing/indicator lights and audible reminders” in the
“2. Instruments and controls” section.
NOTE
A buzzer will sound if the vehicle is driven with-
out releasing the handbrake.
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FUEL FILLER LID HANDBRAKE LEVER
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WARNING
Never put anything on the rear parcel shelf, no
matter how small. Any object on it could cause
an injury in an accident or when the brakes are
applied suddenly.
CAUTION
The rear parcel shelf flap provides a hide-awayfacility to the luggage compartment whether the
rear seat is at its rearmost position or not. Do not
store objects onto the rear parcel shelf flap as it
may impair the sliding operation of the rear seat.
REAR PARCEL SHELF REMOVAL
1. Slide the rear bench seat forward through the
back door opening. See “Rear seat” in the
“1. Safety — seats, seat belts and supplemental
restraint system” section for further details.
2. Detach the flap from the rear seat back fasteners
j1 by carefully pulling the edge rearward.
3. Detach the ropes either side of the back door.
4. With the parcel shelf in horizontal position, pull
rearward until it stops
j2.
5. Lift the parcel shelf up and twist horizontally, then
remove through the back door opening.
CAUTION
Make sure the rear parcel shelf is carefully stored
when not in use in order to prevent any damage.
REAR PARCEL SHELF
INSTALLATION
1. Ensure the rear seat is in the forward position.
See “Rear seat” in the “1. Safety — seats, seat
belts and supplemental restraint system” section
for further details.
2. Twist and lower the parcel shelf onto its horizon-
tal side supports.3. With the parcel shelf in its rearmost position,
push forward until it “clicks” into place
j2.
4. Attach the ropes to each corresponding side of
the back door.
5. Attach the flap edges to the rear seat back fas-
teners
j1.
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SIDE VENTS
The direction of the air flow can be adjusted byjA
opening,jB closing orjC adjusting.
CENTRE VENTS
The direction of the airflow can be adjustedjAand
the vents can be opened or closedjB.
: This symbol indicates that the vents are
closed.
: This symbol indicates that the vents are open.
WARNING
•The heater and air conditioner operate only
when the engine is running.
•Never leave children or adults who would nor-
mally require the support of others alone in
the vehicle. Pets should not be left alone ei-
ther. They could unknowingly activate
switches or controls and inadvertently
become involved in a serious accident and
injure themselves. On hot, sunny days, tem-
peratures in a closed vehicle could quickly
become high enough to cause severe or pos-
sibly fatal injuries to people or animals.
•Do not use the recirculation mode for long
periods as it may cause the interior air to be-
come stale and the windows to fog up.
•Do not adjust the heating and air conditioning
controls while driving so that full attention may
be given to vehicle operation.
NOTE
•Condensation forms inside the air condition-
ing unit when the air conditioner is running,
and is safely discharged underneath your ve-
hicle.
•Traces of water on the ground are therefore
normal.
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VENTS HEATER AND AIR CONDITIONER
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