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damage to the heater.
. Any liquid spilled on the heated seat
should be removed immediately
with a dry cloth.
. When cleaning the seat, never use
gasoline, thinner, or any similar
materials.
. If any malfunctions are found or the
heated seat does not operate, turn
the switch off and have the system
checked by a NISSAN dealer.
SIC2770
The front seats are warmed by built-in heaters.
The switches located on the center console can
be operated independently of each other.
1. Start the engine.
2. Select the desired heat range.
.For high heat, push the HI side of the
switch
*1..For low heat, push the LO side of theswitch
*2..The indicator light*3will illuminate
when the heater is on.
3. To turn off the heater, return the switch to the level position. Make sure that the
indicator light turns off. The heater is controlled by a thermostat,
automatically turning the heater on and off.
The indicator light will remain on as long as
the switch is on.
When the vehicle’s interior is warmed, or
before you leave the vehicle, be sure to turn
off the switch.

SIC2771
The climate controlled seat warms up or cools
down the front seats by blowing warm or cool air
from the surface of the seat. The switches
located on the center console can be operated
independently of each other.
The surface temperature of the climate con-
trolled seats is automatically controlled at an
optimum temperature. However, adjust the
temperature using the control knob if the seats
are too hot or cold.
1. Start the engine.
2. Turn the control knob
*Ato the heat side
*1or to the cool side*2. The indicator
light
*Bon the control knob will illuminate. 3. Adjust the desired amount of the air using
the control knob
*A.
4. When the vehicle’s interior is warmed or cooled, and/or before you leave the vehicle,
be sure to turn the control knob to the OFF
position (center) . The indicator light
*Bon
the control knob goes off at the OFF
position.
To check the air filter for the climate
controlled seat, contact a NISSAN dealer.
WARNING
Do not use or allow occupants to use
the climate controlled seat if you or the
occupants cannot monitor seat tem-
peratures or have an inability to feel
pain in those body parts in contact with
the seat. Use of the climate controlled
seats by such people could result in
serious injury.
CAUTION
. Do not place objects in front of the
intake inlets located behind and
under the front seat. Doing so could cause improper operation or inter-
ruption of the operation.
. The battery could run down if the
climate controlled seat is operated
while the engine is not running.
. Do not use the climate controlled
seat for extended periods or when
no one is using the seat.
. Do not put anything on the seat
which insulates heat, such as a
blanket, cushion, seat cover, etc.
Otherwise, the seat may become
overheated.
. Do 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 climate controlled
seat.
. Any liquid spilled on the seat should
be removed immediately with a dry
cloth.
. The climate controlled seat has air
filters. Do not operate the climate
controlled seat without the air fil-
ters. This may result in damage to
the system.
. When cleaning the seat, never use
gasoline, thinner, or any similar
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CLIMATE CONTROLLED SEATS (if
so equipped)

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materials.
. If any malfunctions are found or the
climate controlled seat does not
operate, turn the switch off and
have the system checked by a
NISSAN dealer.
SSD1161
The vehicle should be driven with the Vehicle
Dynamic Control (VDC) system on for most
driving 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. The
indicator light will illuminate.
Push the VDC OFF switch again or restart the
engine to turn on the system. (See “Vehicle
Dynamic Control (VDC) system” (P.5-28) .)
SIC3984Center console
SIC3985Lower glove box
VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC)
OFF SWITCH POWER OUTLET

The power outlet is located in the center console
and on the lower glove box.
CAUTION
.The outlet and plug may be hot
during or immediately after use.
. Do not use with accessories that
exceed a 12 volt, 120W (10A) power
draw. Do not use double adapters or
more than one electrical accessory.
. Use power outlet with the engine
running to avoid discharging the
vehicle battery.
. Avoid using power outlet when the
air conditioner, headlights or rear
window defroster is on.
. This power outlet is not designed
for use with a cigarette lighter unit.
. Push the plug in as far as it will go.
If good contact is not made, the plug
may overheat or the internal tem-
perature fuse may blow.
. Before inserting or disconnecting a
plug, be sure the electrical acces-
sory being used is turned OFF. .
When not in use, be sure to close
the cap. Do not allow water or any
liquid to contact the outlet.
SIC3987
INSTRUMENT POCKET (except for na-
vigation system equipped models)
To open the lid, push the knob up*1.
To close, push the lid down.
WARNING
Keep the pocket lid closed while driving
to help prevent injury in an accident or a
sudden stop.
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STORAGE

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CUP HOLDERS
CAUTION
.Avoid abrupt starting and braking
when the cup holder is being used
to prevent spilling the drink. If the
liquid is hot, it can scald you or your
passenger.
. Use only soft cups in the cup holder.
Hard objects can injure you in an
accident.
SIC4071
A cup holder is located on the center console.
SIC3988
Soft bottle holder
CAUTION
.Do not use bottle holder for any
other objects that could be thrown
about in the vehicle and possibly
injure people during sudden braking
or an accident.
. Do not use bottle holder for open
liquid containers.

SPA2685Interior/exterior view1. Soft top indicator light (on the combinationmeter)
2. Soft top operating switch
3. Top lock hole
4. Soft top
5. Top storage lid
6. Trunk lid
7. Rear window
BEFORE OPERATING THE TOP
The soft top of this vehicle is electrically
operated. You can fully open or close the top
only by pressing the operating switch located on
the center console.
The soft top operating switch must be operated
under all of the following conditions:
. When the trunk is closed.
. When the vehicle is stopped.
. When the engine is running.
. When the ignition switch is in the ON
position.
. When the shift lever is in a position other
than the R (Reverse) position.
CAUTION
Always keep the engine running while
operating the soft top. The top will also
operate when the ignition switch is in
the ON position, but run the engine to
prevent a discharged battery.
Be sure to follow the operating instructions, and
all the warnings and cautions in this section.
Improper operation of the top could cause
a system malfunction, damage, or dete-
rioration of the top material and related
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SOFT TOP (Roadster models)

DISP button:
While a CD with recorded music information
tags (CD-text/ID3-text tags) is being played, the
title of the played track is displayed. If the title
information is not provided then “Track” is
displayed.
When the DISP button is pushed repeatedly,
further information about the track can be
displayed along with the track title as follows:
CD:
Track time ?Album ?Artist ?Track time
CD with MP3/WMA:
Track time ?Album ?Artist ?Folder name ?
Track time
Track details:
Pushing and holding the DISP button will turn
the display into a detailed overview and after a
few seconds it returns to the main display.
button:
When the SCAN button is pushed while a CD is
being played, the first 10 seconds of all the
tracks will be played.
When the SCAN button is pushed again, the
CD will return to normal play from the track
which is playing.
CD eject button:
When the CD eject button is pushed while a CD
is loaded, the CD will be ejected.
When the CD eject button is pushed twice, the
CD will be ejected further, and the CD can be
removed with ease.
When the ignition switch is in the “OFF” or
“LOCK” position it is possible to eject the CD
currently being played. However the audio unit
will not be activated.
If a CD is ejected by pushing the CD eject
button, and it is not taken out from the loading
slot within 8 seconds, the CD will automatically
be reloaded to the slot to protect the CD.
JVH0920X
USB (Universal Serial Bus) connection
port
Connecting USB device:
The USB port is located in the center console.
Open the console box lid and connect a USB
memory device into the connector. The system
switches to the USB mode automatically.
If the system has been turned off while the USB
memory device was playing, pushing the power
button will start playback of the USB memory
device.
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JVH0921X
iPodŠplayer operation
Connecting iPodŠ:
The USB port is located in the center console.
Open the console box lid and connect the iPod
Š
cable to the USB port. The battery of the iPodŠ
is charged while the connection to the vehicle.
Depending on the version of the iPodŠ, 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.
*iPod
Šand iPhoneŠare a trademark of Apple
Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
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. (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 leave the USB cable in a
place where it can be pulled unin-
tentionally. Pulling the cable may
damage the port.
Refer to your device manufacturer’s owner
information regarding the proper use and care of the device.
Compatibility:
The following models are supported:
.
Third generation iPhone
Š(Firmware version
IOS4/4.0)
. Fourth generation iPhone
Š(Firmware ver-
sion IOS4/4.0)
. Fifth generation iPod
Š(Firmware version
1.3)
. First generation iPod Classic
Š(Firmware
version 1.1.1 or 1.1.2PC)
. Second generation iPod Classic
Š(Firmware
version 2.0.1)
. First generation iPod touch
Š(Firmware
version 1.1.5 or 2.2.1)
. Second and third generation iPod touch
Š
(Firmware version 2.2.1 or IOS4/4.0.0)
. First generation iPod nanoŠ(Firmware ver-
sion 1.3.1)
. Second generation iPod nano
Š(Firmware
version 1.1.3)
. Third generation iPod nano
Š(Firmware
version 1.1.2PC or 1.1.3PC)
. Fourth generation iPod nano
Š(Firmware
version 1.0.2 or 1.0.4)
. Fifth generation iPod nano
Š(Firmware ver-
sion 1.0.1 or 1.0.2)
The iPod touch
Šmay not response quickly with
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the system in some cases.
Make sure that the iPodŠfirmware is updated.
Operating tips:
. iPod Shuffle
Šand iPod miniŠare not
supported.
. Some iPod
Šoperations may not be available
with this system.
USB button:
When the USB button is pushed with the
system off and the iPod
Šis connected to the
vehicle, the system will turn on.
iPod
Šmain operation:
Interface:
The interface for iPod
Šoperation shown on the
audio system display is similar to the iPodŠ
interface. Use the TUNE/MENU knob to play a
track on the iPodŠ.
The following items can be chosen from the
menu list screen.
. Playlists
. Artists
. Albums
. Tracks
. Genres
For further information about each item, see the
iPod
Šowner’s manual. The following operations are identical to the
audio main operation of the Compact Disc (CD)
operation. For details, see “CD player operation”
(P.4-45) .
.
List view
. Quick search
.
. RDM (Random play)
. RPT (Repeat track)
. Folder browsing
DISP button:
While a track with recorded music information
tags (ID3-tags) is being played, the title of the
played track is displayed. If the tags are not
provided then a notification message is dis-
played.
When the DISP button is pushed repeatedly,
further information about the track can be
displayed along with the track title as follows:
Track time ?Album ?Artist ?Genre ?Track
time
Track details:
Pushing and holding the DISP button will turn
the display into a detailed overview and after a
few seconds it returns to the main display, or
push the DISP button briefly.JVH0936X
AUX (Auxiliary) input
AUX IN jack:
The AUX IN jack is located in the center console.
The AUX IN audio input jack accepts any
standard analog audio input such as from a
portable cassette tape/CD player, MP3 player or
laptop computer.
NISSAN strongly recommends using a stereo
mini plug cable when connecting your music
device to the audio system. Music may not play
properly when a monaural cable is used.

SAA2499
Open the console lid and connect a USB
memory as 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.
SAA2500
File selection
When there are both audio and movie files in the
USB memory, the mode select screen is
displayed. Select the preferred contents to play.
When there is only one type of file, the audio or
movie operation screen is displayed and starts
to play.
If a video file restricts the number of playbacks, a
pop-up screen will appear to confirm it is ok to
play. Answer yes or no as requested by the
display.
SAA2501
Audio file operation
PLAY:
When the DISC·AUX button is pushed with the
system off and the USB memory inserted, the
system will turn on.
If another audio source is playing and a USB
memory is inserted, push the DISC·AUX button
repeatedly until the center display changes to
the USB memory mode.
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