traction control NISSAN QUEST 2005 V42 / 3.G Owners Manual

18. Rear sonar system off switch
(if so equipped) (P. 2-25)
19. Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off
switch (if so equipped) or Traction con-
trol system (TCS) off switch
(if so equipped) (P. 2-24, P. 2-24)
20. Lights on demand switch (P.2-43 )
21. Instrument brightness control (P. 2-21)
22. Outside mirror controls (P. 3-23)
*: Refer to the separate Navigation System Own-
er’s Manual (if so equipped) .
See the page number indicated in paren-
theses for operating details.
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Indicator
lightName Page
Malfunction
indicator lamp
(MIL)2-11
Overdrive off
indicator light2-11
Security indica-
tor light (NVIS)2-9
Slip indicator
light2-11
Traction control
system off indi-
cator light (if
so equipped)2-11
Turn
signal/hazard
indicator lights2-12
Indicator
lightName Page
Vehicle dy-
namic control
off indicator
light (if so
equipped)2-12
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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
Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders.......2-7
Checking bulbs................................2-7
Warning lights.................................2-7
Indicator lights................................2-10
Audible reminders.............................2-13
Security systems.................................2-13
Vehicle security system.........................2-13
Nissan vehicle immobilizer system (NVIS)........2-15
Windshield wiper and washer switch...............2-16
Switch operation..............................2-16
Rear window wiper and washer switch..............2-17
Rear window and outside mirror (if so equipped)
defroster switch..................................2-17
Headlight and turn signal switch....................2-18
Headlight control switch........................2-18
Daytime running light system (Canada only)......2-20
Instrument brightness control...................2-21Turn signal switch.............................2-21
Fog light switch (if so equipped)................2-22
Cornering light................................2-22
Hazard warning flasher switch.....................2-22
Horn............................................2-23
Heated seat (if so equipped).......................2-23
Traction control system (TCS) off switch
(if so equipped)..................................2-24
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch
(if so equipped)..................................2-24
Rear sonar system off switch (if so equipped)........2-25
Power outlet.....................................2-25
Storage.........................................2-27
Note holder...................................2-27
Upper instrument panel storage
compartment..................................2-27
Lower instrument panel storage trays............2-27
Passenger seat storage tray (if so equipped).....2-28
Center console................................2-28
Glove box....................................2-30
Sunglasses holder.............................2-30
Convenience hook.............................2-31
Map pockets..................................2-31
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18. Rear sonar system off switch
(if so equipped) (P. 2-25)
19. Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off
switch (if so equipped) or Traction
control system (TCS) off switch
(if so equipped) (P. 2-24, P. 2-24)
20. Lights on demand switch (P. 2-43)
21. Instrument brightness control (P. 2-21)
22. Outside mirror controls (P. 3-23)
*: Refer to the separate Navigation System Own-
er’s Manual (if so equipped) .
See the page number indicated in paren-
theses for operating details.
1. Tachometer
2. Warning/indicator lights
3. Speedometer
4. Display screen*
5. Odometer
6. Engine coolant temperature gauge/Fuel
gauge
*Refer to the “Display screen, heater, air
conditioner, and audio systems” section later
in this manual for details about the display
screen, including how to view trip, fuel
economy and maintenance information.
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METERS AND GAUGES
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orAnti-lock brake warning lightSeat belt warning light and chimeorFront passenger air bag status
light
orBrake warning lightSupplemental air bag warning lightSecurity indicator light
Charge warning lightAutomatic transmission position indicator lightSlip indicator light
Door open warning lightCruise main switch indicator lightTraction control system off indicator light (if so
equipped)
Engine oil pressure warning lightCruise set switch indicator lightTurn signal/hazard indicator lights
Low fuel warning lightHigh beam indicator light (Blue)Vehicle dynamic control off indicator light (if so
equipped)
Low tire pressure warning lightMalfunction indicator lamp (MIL)
Low windshield washer fluid warning lightOverdrive off indicator light
CHECKING BULBS
With all doors closed, apply the parking brake
and turn the ignition key to the ON position
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
electrical system. Have the system repaired
promptly.
WARNING LIGHTS
orAnti-lock brake
warning light
If the light comes on while the engine is running,
it may indicate the anti-lock brake system is not
functioning properly. Have the system checked
by a NISSAN dealer.
WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND
AUDIBLE REMINDERS
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CAUTION
Continued vehicle operation without hav-
ing the emission control system checked
and repaired as necessary could lead to
poor driveability, reduced fuel economy,
and possible damage to the emission con-
trol system.
Overdrive off indicator light
This light comes on when the overdrive function
is OFF.
The automatic transmission overdrive function is
controlled by the overdrive switch.
See “Driving the vehicle” in the “Starting and
driving” section of this manual.
orFront passenger
air bag status light
The front passenger air bag status light (or) will be lit and the passenger front air
bag will be OFF depending on how the front
passenger seat is being used.
For front passenger air bag status light operation,
see “Front passenger air bag and status light” in
the “Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental
restraint system” section of this manual.
Security indicator light
This light blinks whenever the ignition switch is in
the LOCK, OFF or ACC position. This function
indicates the security system equipped on the
vehicle is operational.
For additional information, see “Security sys-
tems” later in this section.
Slip indicator light
This indicator light will blink when the traction
control system is limiting wheel spin. Slippery
road conditions may exist if the slip indicator
blinks on. If this happens, adjust your driving
accordingly.
The slip indicator light also comes on when you
turn the ignition key to the ON position. 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.
Traction control system off
indicator light (if so equipped)
This indicator light comes on when the traction
control off switch is pushed to OFF. This indi-
cates the traction control system is not operating.Push the traction control off switch again or re-
start the engine and the system will operate nor-
mally. See “Traction control system (TCS)” in the
“Starting and driving” section of this manual.
The traction control light also comes on when you
turn the ignition key to the ON position. The light
will turn off after about 2 seconds if the traction
control system (TCS) is operational. If the light
stays on or comes on along with the SLIP indica-
tor light while you are driving, have the traction
control system checked by a NISSAN dealer.
While the traction control system is operating,
you might feel slight vibration or hear the system
working when starting the vehicle or accelerat-
ing, but this is normal.
Turn signal/hazard indicator
lights
The appropriate light flashes when the turn signal
switch is activated.
Both lights flash when the hazard switch is turned
on.
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3.When the seat is warmed or before you leave
the vehicle, be sure to turn the switch off.
CAUTION
cDo not use the seat heater for extended
periods or when no one is using the seat.
cDo not put anything on the seat which
insulates heat, such as a blanket, cush-
ion, seat cover, etc. Otherwise, the seat
may become overheated.
cDo not place anything hard or heavy on
the seat or pierce it with a pin or similar
object. This may result in damage to the
heater.
cAny liquid spilled on the heated seat
should be removed immediately with a
dry cloth.
cWhen cleaning the seat, never use
gasoline, benzine, thinner, or any simi-
lar materials.
cIf any abnormalities are found or the
heated seat does not operate, turn the
switch off and have the system checked
by your NISSAN dealer.
cThe battery could run down if the seat
heater is operated while the engine is
not running.
The vehicle should be driven with the Traction Con-
trol System (TCS) on for most driving conditions.
If the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, the TCS
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 TCS off.
To turn off the TCS, push the TCS OFF switch.
The
indicator will come on.
Push the “TCS OFF” switch again or restart the
engine to turn ON the system. See “Traction
control system (TCS)” in the “Starting and driv-
ing” section.The vehicle should be driven with the Vehicle
Dynamic Control (VDC) system on for most driv-
ing 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 VDC system, push the VDC OFF
switch. Theindicator will come on.
Push the VDC OFF switch again or restart the
engine to turn ON the system. See “Vehicle dy-
namic control (VDC) system” in the “Starting and
driving” section.
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TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM (TCS)
OFF SWITCH (if so equipped)VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC)
OFF SWITCH (if so equipped)
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5 Starting and driving
Precautions when starting and driving................5-2
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide)..................5-2
Three-way catalyst..............................5-2
Low tire pressure warning system................5-3
Avoiding collision and rollover....................5-4
Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving................5-5
Ignition switch.....................................5-5
Automatic transmission..........................5-5
Key positions..................................5-6
Nissan vehicle immobilizer system (NVIS).........5-6
Before starting the engine..........................5-6
Starting the engine................................5-7
Driving the vehicle.................................5-7
Automatic transmission..........................5-7
Parking brake....................................5-11
Cruise control....................................5-12
Precautions on cruise control...................5-12
Cruise control operations.......................5-12
Break-in schedule................................5-13Increasing fuel economy...........................5-14
Parking/parking on hills............................5-15
Power steering...................................5-15
Brake system....................................5-16
Brake precautions.............................5-16
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)...................5-16
Traction control system (TCS)......................5-18
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) system
(if so equipped)..................................5-19
Rear sonar system (if so equipped).................5-20
Cold weather driving..............................5-21
Freeing a frozen door lock......................5-21
Anti-freeze....................................5-21
Battery.......................................5-21
Draining of coolant water.......................5-21
Tire equipment................................5-21
Special winter equipment.......................5-22
Driving on snow or ice.........................5-22
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When accelerating on slippery surfaces the tire
may spin or slip. With the vehicle traction control
system (TCS) , sensors detect these movements
and control the braking and engine output to help
improve vehicle stability while accelerating.
cWhen the traction control system is operat-
ing, the slip indicator in the instrument panel
blinks.
cIf the slip indicator blinks, the vehicle is un-
der slippery conditions. Be sure to drive
carefully. See “Slip indicator light” and “Trac-
tion control system (TCS) off indicator light”
in the “Instruments and controls” section of
this manual.
cIf a malfunction occurs in the system,
the
andindicator lights
come on in the meter panel.
As long as these lights are on, the traction control
function is canceled. The vehicle will behave like
a vehicle without the system.
WARNING
cThe traction control system is designed
to help improve driving stability but
does not prevent accidents due to
abrupt steering operation at high
speeds or by careless or dangerous
driving techniques. Reduce vehicle
speed and be especially careful when
driving and cornering on slippery sur-
faces and always drive carefully.
cIf brake related parts such as brake
pads, rotors and calipers are not stan-
dard equipment or are extremely dete-
riorated, the traction control system
may not operate properly and the
indicator light may come on.
cDo not modify the vehicle’s suspension.
If suspension parts such as shock ab-
sorbers, struts, springs and bushings
are not standard equipment or are ex-
tremely deteriorated, the traction con-
trol system may not operate properly
and the
indicator light may come
on.cWhen driving on extremely inclined sur-
faces such as higher banked corners,
the traction control system may not op-
erate properly and the
indicator
light may come on. Do not drive on
these types of roads.
cIf wheels or tires other than the recom-
mended ones are used, the traction
control system may not operate prop-
erly and the
indicator light may
come on.
cThe traction control system is not a sub-
stitute for winter tires or tire chains on a
snow covered road.
TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM (TCS)
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When accelerating or driving on slippery sur-
faces, the tires may spin or slide. With the Vehicle
Dynamic Control (VDC) system, sensors detect
these movements and control the braking and
engine output to help improve vehicle stability.
cWhen the vehicle dynamic control (VDC)
system is operating, the slip indicator in the
instrument panel blinks.
cWhen only the traction control system (TCS)
portion of the vehicle dynamic control sys-
tem is operating, the slip indicator will also
blink.
cIf the slip indicator blinks, the road condi-
tions are slippery. Be sure to adjust your
speed and driving to these conditions. See
“Slip indicator light”, and “Vehicle dynamic
control (VDC) off indicator light” in the “In-
struments and controls” section.
cIndicator light
If malfunction occurs in the system,
the
andindicator lights come
on in the instrument panel.
As long as these indicator lights are on, the
traction control function is canceled.
The VDC system uses an Active Brake Limited
Slip (ABLS) system to improve vehicle traction.
The ABLS system works when one of the driving
wheels is spinning on a slippery surface. TheABLS system brakes the spinning wheel which
distributes the driving power to the other drive
wheel. If the vehicle is operated with the vehicle
dynamic control system off using the VDC OFF
switch, all VDC and ABLS functions will be
turned off. The ABS will still operate with the VDC
system off. When the ABLS system is activated,
the slip indicator light will blink and you may hear
a clunk noise and/or feel a pulsation in the brake
pedal. This is normal.
While the VDC system is operating, you may feel
a pulsation in the brake pedal and hear a noise or
vibration from under the hood. This is normal and
indicates that the VDC system is working prop-
erly.
The computer has a built in diagnostic feature
that tests the system each time you start the
engine and move the vehicle forward or in reverse
at a slow speed. When the self-test occurs, you
may hear a clunk noise and/or feel a pulsation in
the brake pedal. This is normal and is not an
indication of a malfunction.
WARNING
cThe vehicle dynamic control system is
designed to help improve driving stabil-
ity but does not prevent accidents due
to abrupt steering operation at high
speeds or by careless or dangerous
driving techniques. Reduce vehicle
speed and be especially careful when
driving and cornering on slippery sur-
faces and always drive carefully.
cIf brake related parts such as brake
pads, rotors and calipers are not stan-
dard equipment or are extremely dete-
riorated, the vehicle dynamic control
system may not operate properly and
the vehicle dynamic control off indica-
tor light may come on.
cDo not modify the vehicle’s suspension.
If suspension parts such as shock ab-
sorbers, struts, springs, stabilizer bars
and bushings are not NISSAN approved
for your vehicle or are extremely dete-
riorated the vehicle dynamic control
system may not operate properly. This
could adversely affect vehicle handling
performance, and the vehicle dynamic
control off indicator light may come on.
VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC)
SYSTEM (if so equipped)
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