NISSAN SENTRA 2017 B17 / 7.G Owners Manual

Shifting
To change gears or when upshifting or down-
shifting, depress the clutch pedal fully, shift into
the appropriate gear, then release the clutch
slowly and smoothly.
To ensure smooth gear changes, fully depress
the clutch pedal before operating the shift lever. If
the clutch pedal is not fully depressed before the
transmission is shifted, a gear noise may be
heard. Transmission damage may occur.
Start the vehicle in 1st gear and shift to 2nd, 3rd,
4th and 5th up to 6th gear in sequence according
to vehicle speed.To back up, lift up on the shift lever ring
1and
then move it to the R (Reverse) position after
stopping the vehicle completely.
The shift lever ring
1returns to its original posi-
tion when the shift lever is moved to the N (Neu-
tral) position.
If it is difficult to move the shift lever into R
(Reverse) or 1 (1st) , shift into N (Neutral) , then
release the clutch pedal. Depress the clutch
pedal again and shift into R (Reverse) or 1 (1st) .
Suggested up-shift speeds
The following are suggested vehicle speeds for
shifting into a higher gear. These suggestions
relate to fuel economy and vehicle performance.
Actual upshift speeds will vary according to road
conditions, the weather and individual driving
habits.
MRA8DE engine models (6 M/T)
GEAR Change mph (km/h)
1st to 2nd 8(13)
2nd to 3rd 17 (27)
3rd to 4th 25 (40)
4th to 5th 36 (58)
5th to 6th 51 (82)
MR16DDT engine models (6 M/T)
GEAR Change mph (km/h)
1st to 2nd 13 (21)
2nd to 3rd 22 (35)
3rd to 4th 30 (48)
4th to 5th 35 (56)
5th to 6th 42 (68)
Suggested maximum speed in each
gear
Downshift to a lower gear if the engine is not
running smoothly, or if you need to accelerate.
Do not exceed the maximum suggested speed
(shown below) in any gear. For level road driving,
use the highest gear suggested for that speed.
Always observe posted speed limits, and drive
according to the road conditions, which will en-
sure safe operation. Do not over-rev the engine
when shifting to a lower gear as it may cause
engine damage or loss of vehicle control.
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MRA8DE engine models (6 M/T)
GEARmph (km/h)
1st 30 (48)
2nd 52 (84)
3rd 73 (117)
4th 94 (152)
5th —
6th —
MR16DDT engine models (6 M/T)
GEARmph (km/h)
1st 29 (46)
2nd 47 (75)
3rd 68 (108)
4th 90 (145)
5th —
6th —
WARNING
●Be sure the parking brake is fully re-
leased before driving. Failure to do so
can cause brake failure and lead to an
accident.
● Do not release the parking brake from
outside the vehicle.
● Do not use the shift lever in place of the
parking brake. When parking, be sure
the parking brake is fully engaged.
● To help avoid risk of injury or death
through unintended operation of the
vehicle and/or its systems, do not leave
children, people who require the assis-
tance of others or pets unattended in
your vehicle. Additionally, the tempera-
ture inside a closed vehicle on a warm
day can quickly become high enough to
cause a significant risk of injury or
death to people and pets. To engage:
Pull the lever up
A.
To release: 1. Firmly apply the foot brake.
2. Manual transmission models:
Place the shift lever in the N (Neutral) posi-
tion.
CVT models:
Move the shift lever to the P (Park) position.
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3. While pulling up on the parking brake leverslightly, push the button and lower com-
pletely
B.
4. Before driving, be sure the brake warning light goes out.
The SPORT mode switch adjusts the throttle
sensitivity and transmission points to enhance
performance. Push the SPORT switch on the
instrument panel to activate. The SPORT mode
indicator light (on the speedometer) will illumi-
nate. The SPORT mode indicator light will remain
lit while the mode is active.
NOTE:
In the SPORT mode, fuel economy may be
reduced. The ECO mode helps to enhance the fuel
economy by controlling the throttle sensitivity and
transmission points.
To turn on the ECO mode, push the ECO mode
switch. The ECO mode indicator light (on the
meter or vehicle information display) will remain lit
while the mode is active.
To turn off the ECO mode, push the ECO mode
switch again. The ECO mode indicator light (on
the meter or vehicle information display) will turn
off.
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SPORT MODE SWITCH (if so
equipped)
ECO MODE SWITCH (if so equipped)
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The ECO mode cannot be turned off while the
accelerator pedal is depressed, even if the ECO
mode switch is pushed to OFF. Release the
accelerator pedal to turn off the ECO mode.
The ECO mode will turn off automatically if a
malfunction occurs in the system.
Turn off the ECO mode, or depress the accelera-
tor pedal fully when:● Driving with a heavy load of passengers or
cargo in the vehicle
● Driving on a steep uphill slope
● ECO mode may affect air conditioner perfor-
mance
NOTE:
Selecting this drive mode will not necessar-
ily improve fuel economy as many driving
factors influence its effectiveness.
SHIFT LEVER INDICATOR (MRA8DE
engine Manual Transmission models
only)
The shift lever indicator is used to support the
suitable timing of gear change. It operates only
when the ECO mode is in the “ON” state.
The shift indicator icon and recommended gear
position are displayed.
The shift indicator icon indicates when to upshift
or downshift for fuel economy. NOTE:
● The shift indicator is a guide for fuel
economy. Always pay attention to road con-
ditions and other traffic.
● Downshift indicator icon to the “1” (1st) po-
sition is not displayed.
● If the downshifting icon is displayed when
decreasing your vehicle speed, it indicates
that the engine speed is low compared to
the gear position.
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WARNING
Failure to follow the warnings and instruc-
tions for proper use of the BSW system
could result in serious injury or death.
●The BSW system is not a replacement
for proper driving procedures and is not
designed to prevent contact with ve-
hicles or objects. When changing lanes,
always use the side and rear mirrors
and turn and look in the direction your
vehicle will move to ensure it is safe to
change lanes. Never rely solely on the
BSW system.
The BSW system helps alert the driver of other
vehicles in adjacent lanes when changing lanes. The BSW system uses radar sensors
1in-
stalled near the rear bumper to detect other ve-
hicles in an adjacent lane. The radar sensors can detect vehicles on either
side of your vehicle within the detection zone
shown as illustrated. This detection zone starts
from the outside mirror of your vehicle and ex-
tends approximately 10 ft (3.0 m) behind the rear
bumper, and approximately 10 ft (3.0 m) side-
ways.
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Detection zone
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BLIND SPOT WARNING (BSW) (if so
equipped)
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1. Side BSW/RCTA Indicator Light
2. BSW/RCTA Indicator
BSW SYSTEM OPERATION
The BSW system operates above approximately
20 mph (32 km/h).
If the radar sensors detect a vehicle in the detec-
tion zone, the side BSW/RCTA indicator light (1)
illuminates. If the turn signal is then activated, the
system chimes (twice) and the side BSW/RCTA
indicator light flashes. The BSW indicator light
continues to flash until the detected vehicles
leaves the detection zone.
The side BSW/RCTA indicator light illuminates
for a few seconds when the ignition switch is
placed in the ON position.
The brightness of the side BSW/RCTA indicator
light is adjusted automatically depending on the
brightness of the ambient light.
If a vehicle comes into the detection zone after
the driver activates the turn signal, then only the
side BSW/RCTA indicator light flashes and no
chime sounds. For additional information, refer to
“BSW driving situations” in this section.
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Type A (if so equipped)
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HOW TO ENABLE/DISABLE THE
BSW SYSTEM
Perform the following steps to enable or disable
the BSW system.1. Press the
button until “Settings” dis-
plays in the vehicle information display. Use
the
button to select “Driver Assis-
tance.” Then press the ENTER button.
2. Select “Driving Aids” and press the ENTER button.
3. Select “Blind Spot/RCTA” and press the ENTER button.
NOTE: ● When enabling/disabling the system, the
system will retain current settings even if the
engine is restarted.
● The RCTA system (if so equipped) is inte-
grated into the BSW system. There is not a
separate selection in the vehicle information
display for the RCTA system. When the
BSW is disabled, the RCTA system is also
disabled.
● When the BSW system is turned on, the
BSW/RCTA indicator (white) in the vehicle
information display illuminates.
Type B (if so equipped)
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BSW SYSTEM LIMITATIONS
WARNING
Listed below are the system limitations for
the BSW system. Failure to operate the
vehicle in accordance with these system
limitations could result in serious injury or
death.
●The BSW system cannot detect all ve-
hicles under all conditions.
● The radar sensors may not be able to
detect and activate BSW when certain
objects are present such as:
– Pedestrian, bicycles, animals.
– Vehicles such as motorcycles, low height vehicles, or high ground clear-
ance vehicles.
– Oncoming vehicles.
– Vehicles remaining in the detection zone when you accelerate from a
stop.
– A vehicle merging into an adjacent lane at a speed approximately the
same as your vehicle.
– A vehicle approaching rapidly from behind. – A vehicle which your vehicle over-
takes rapidly.
– A vehicle that passes through the de- tection zone quickly.
– When overtaking several vehicles in a row, the vehicles after the first ve-
hicle may not be detected if they are
traveling close together.
● The radar sensors’ detection zone is
designed based on a standard lane
width. When driving in a wider lane, the
radar sensors may not detect vehicles in
an adjacent lane. When driving in a nar-
row lane, the radar sensors may detect
vehicles driving two lanes away.
● The radar sensors are designed to ig-
nore most stationary objects, however
objects such as guardrails, walls, foli-
age and parked vehicles may occasion-
ally be detected. This is a normal opera-
tion condition.
● The following conditions may reduce
the ability of the radar to detect other
vehicles:
– Severe weather
– Road spray – Ice/frost/snow build-up on the
vehicle
– Dirt build-up on the vehicle
● Do not attach stickers (including trans-
parent material) , install accessories or
apply additional paint near the radar
sensors. These conditions may reduce
the ability of the radar to detect other
vehicles.
● Excessive noise (for example, audio
system volume, open vehicle window)
will interfere with the chime sound, and
it may not be heard.
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BSW DRIVING SITUATIONS
Indicator
on
Indicator
off
Indicator
flashing
Another vehicle approaching from
behind
Illustration 1:The side BSW/RCTA indicator
light illuminates if a vehicle enters the detection
zone from behind in an adjacent lane.
Illustration 2:If the driver activates the turn
signal when another vehicle is in the detection
zone, then the system chimes (twice) and the
side indicator light flashes.
NOTE:
● The radar sensors may not detect vehicles
which are approaching rapidly from behind.
● If the driver activates the turn signal before a
vehicle enters the detection zone, the side
indicator light will flash but no chime will
sound when the other vehicle is detected.
Illustration 1 – Approaching from behind
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Illustration 2 – Approaching from behind
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