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CAUTION
Listed below are conditions or occur-
rences which will damage the Intelligent
Key:
●Do not allow the Intelligent Key, which
contains electrical components, to
come into contact with water or salt
water. This could affect the system
function.
● Do not drop the Intelligent Key.
● Do not strike the Intelligent Key sharply
against another object.
● Do not change or modify the Intelligent
Key.
● Wetting may damage the Intelligent
Key. If the Intelligent Key gets wet, im-
mediately wipe until it is completely dry.
● Do not place the Intelligent Key for an
extended period in an area where tem-
peratures exceed 140°F (60°C) .
● Do not attach the Intelligent Key with a
key holder that contains a magnet.
● Do not place the Intelligent Key near
equipment that produces a magnetic
field, such as a TV, audio equipment and
personal computers. If an Intelligent Key is lost or stolen, NISSAN
recommends erasing the ID code of that Intelli-
gent Key from the vehicle. This may prevent the
unauthorized use of the Intelligent Key to operate
the vehicle. For information regarding the erasing
procedure, contact a NISSAN dealer.
OPERATING RANGE
The Intelligent Key functions can only be used
when the Intelligent Key is within the specified
operating range.
When the Intelligent Key battery is discharged or
strong radio waves are present near the operat-
ing location, the Intelligent Key system’s operat-
ing range becomes narrower, and the Intelligent
Key may not function properly.
The operating range is within 33 ft (10 m) of the
vehicle.
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE
KEYLESS ENTRY FUNCTION
The remote keyless entry function can operate all
door locks using the remote keyless function of
the Intelligent Key. The remote keyless function
can operate at a distance of 33 ft (10 m) away
from the vehicle. The operating distance de-
pends upon the conditions around the vehicle.
The remote keyless entry function will not func-
tion under the following conditions:
● When the Intelligent Key is not within the
operational range.
● When the doors or the trunk are open or not
closed securely.
● When the Intelligent Key battery is dis-
charged.

Locking doors
1. Place the ignition switch in the LOCK posi-tion.
2. Close all doors.
3. Press the

The interior light illuminates for 15 seconds when
a door is unlocked and the room light switch is in
the DOOR position.
The light can be turned off without waiting for 15
seconds by performing one of the following op-
erations:● Placing the ignition switch in the ON posi-
tion.
● Locking the doors with the Intelligent Key.
● Switching the room light switch to the OFF
position.
Releasing the trunk lid
Press the

1Pull the hood lock release handle located
below the driver’s side instrument panel; the
hood springs up slightly.
2Lift the lever at the front of the hood with your
fingertips and raise the hood.
3Remove the support rod from the clamp.
4Insert the support rod into the hole on the
passenger’s side of the hood.
5
When closing the hood, return the hood rod to its
original position. Lower the hood approximately
12 inches (30 cm) above the latch and release it.
This allows proper engagement of the hood latch.

●Closely supervise children when they
are around cars to prevent them from
playing and becoming locked in the
trunk where they could be seriously in-
jured. Keep the car locked, with the rear
seatback and trunk lid securely latched
when not in use, and prevent children’s
access to car keys.
To open the trunk lid, push the opener switch
down.
To close the trunk lid, lower and push the trunk lid
down securely.
NOTE:
You can open the trunk lid with the Intelli-
gent Key. Refer to “NISSAN Intelligent
Key™” in this section.
Cancel switch
When the switch, located inside the glove box, is
in the OFF position, the power to the trunk lid will
be cancelled. The trunk can only be opened with
the master key or keyfob.
The trunk lid cannot be opened when: ● using the trunk lid release switch,
● the trunk open request switch (if so
equipped) is pushed, when the Intelligent
Key is in range of the vehicle or
● the HOLD button on the Intelligent Key is
pressed.
INTERIOR TRUNK LID RELEASE

To open the trunk from the inside, pull the illumi-
nated release handle until the lock releases and
push up on the trunk lid. The release handle is
made of a material that glows in the dark after a
brief exposure to ambient light.
The handle is located inside the trunk compart-
ment on the interior of the trunk lid.
OPENER OPERATION
The fuel-filler door release is located on the floor
to the left of the driver’s seat. To open the fuel-
filler door, pull up the release. To lock, close the
fuel-filler door securely.
FUEL-FILLER CAP

TILT OPERATION
Pull the lever1all the way toward you and
adjust the steering wheel up or down
2to the
desired position. Lock the wheel by releasing the
lever and ensure that the lever has returned to its
original position.

HOW TO SELECT MENUS ON THE
SCREEN
Vehicle functions are viewed on the center dis-
play screen in menus. Whenever a menu selec-
tion is made or menu item is highlighted, different
areas on the screen provide you with important
information. See the following for details.1. Header: Shows the path used to get to the current
screen (for example, press the SETTING
button > then select the “Comfort” key) . 2. Menu Selections:
Shows the options to choose within that
menu screen (for example, Auto Interior Illu-
mination, etc.) .
3. Up/Down Movement Indicator: Shows that the arrows on the touch screen
may be used to move up or down on the
screen and select more options.
4. Screen Count: Shows the number of menu selections avail-
able for the current menu, even if they are on
multiple pages (for example, 1/7) .
5. Footer/Information Line: Provides more information (if available)
about the menu selection currently high-
lighted (for example, Cabin lighting when
unlocking doors) .
HOW TO USE THE INFO BUTTON
Press the INFO button; the display screen shows
vehicle and navigation information for your con-
venience.
Where am I?
Refer to the separate Navigation System Own-
er’s Manual for information regarding this item.
Traffic Info
Refer to the separate Navigation System Own-
er’s Manual for information regarding this item.

Clock Format (24h):
When this item is enabled (indicator light illumi-
nated) , the clock format will change from the
default 12-hour display to a 24-hour display.
Offset (hour):
Adjust the time by increasing or decreasing the
hours.
Offset (minute):
Adjust the time by increasing or decreasing the
minutes.
Daylight Savings Time:
When this item is enabled (indicator light illumi-
nated) , daylight savings time is on. To turn off the
daylight savings time, touch the “ON” key; the
amber indicator light will go out.Time Zone:
Select the “Time Zone” key; the Time Zone
screen will appear.
Select one of the following zones, depending on
the current location, by selecting the correct time
zone key to enable that time zone (indicator light
will illuminate for that location) .
● Pacific
● Mountain
● Central
● Eastern
● Atlantic ●
Newfoundland
● Hawaii
● Alaska
After selection/settings, select the “Back” key or
any other mode button to accept the changes.

Others settings
Select the “Others” key. Comfort settings, lan-
guage and units and Voice Recognition settings
will be displayed.Comfort settings
Select the “Others” key, then select the “Com-
fort” key. The Comfort settings screen will be
displayed.
You can set the following operating conditions by
selecting the key for the desired item. The indica-
tor light (box at the right of the selected item)
alternately turns on and off each time the item is
touched.
Indicator light is illuminated — ON
Indicator light is not illuminated — OFFAuto Interior Illumination:
Select to turn on or
turn off the illumination of the interior lights when
any door is unlocked.
Light Sensitivity: Select to adjust the sensitivity
of the automatic headlights higher (right) or lower
(left) . After selecting the item, touch the “+” or “-”
key to change the setting.
Light Off Delay: Select to change the duration
of the automatic headlight off timer. After select-
ing the item, touch the “+” or “-” key to change
the setting. The available delays are 0, 30, 45, 60,
90, 120, 150 and 180 seconds.