immobilizer NISSAN ARMADA 2007 1.G Owners Manual

2 Instruments and controls
Instrument panel...................................2-2
Meters and gauges................................2-3
Speedometer and odometer.....................2-4
Tachometer....................................2-5
Engine coolant temperature gauge...............2-5
Fuel gauge....................................2-6
Engine oil pressure gauge.......................2-6
Voltmeter......................................2-7
Automatic transmission fluid temperature
gauge (if so equipped)..........................2-7
Compass and outside temperature display...........2-8
Outside temperature display.....................2-8
Compass display...............................2-9
Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders......2-12
Checking bulbs...............................2-13
Warning lights................................2-13
Indicator lights................................2-17
Audible reminders.............................2-20
Security systems.................................2-20
Vehicle security system.........................2-20
NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system.............2-21
Windshield wiper and washer switch...............2-22
Switch operation..............................2-22Rear window wiper and washer switch..............2-23
Rear window and outside mirror defroster switch.....2-24
Headlight and turn signal switch....................2-24
Headlight control switch........................2-24
Daytime running light system (Canada only)......2-26
Instrument brightness control...................2-27
Turn signal switch.............................2-27
Fog light switch (if so equipped)................2-28
Hazard warning flasher switch.....................2-28
Horn............................................2-29
Heated seat (if so equipped).......................2-29
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch............2-30
Rear sonar system off switch......................2-30
Tow mode switch.................................2-31
Power outlet.....................................2-31
Cigarette lighter..................................2-32
Storage.........................................2-33
Instrument panel storage trays..................2-33
Console box..................................2-33
Glove box....................................2-35
Sunglasses holder.............................2-35
Map pockets..................................2-36
Seatback pocket..............................2-36
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While the vehicle dynamic control system is op-
erating, you might feel slight vibration or hear the
system working when starting the vehicle or ac-
celerating, but this is normal.
AUDIBLE REMINDERS
Brake pad wear warning
The disc brake pads have audible wear warnings.
When a disc brake pad requires replacement, it
makes a high pitched scraping sound when the
vehicle is in motion, whether or not the brake
pedal is depressed. Have the brakes checked as
soon as possible if the warning sound is heard.
Key reminder chime
A chime sounds if the driver’s door is opened
while the key is left in the ignition switch. Remove
the key and take it with you when leaving the
vehicle.
Light reminder chime
With the ignition switch in the OFF position, a
chime sounds when the driver’s door is opened if
the headlights or parking lights are on.
Turn the headlight control switch off before leav-
ing the vehicle.Your vehicle has two types of security systems:
cVehicle security system
cNISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System
VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM
The vehicle security system provides visual and
audible alarm signals if someone opens the doors
when the system is armed. It is not, however, a
motion detection type system that activates when
a vehicle is moved or when a vibration occurs.
The system helps deter vehicle theft but cannot
prevent it, nor can it prevent the theft of interior or
exterior vehicle components in all situations. Al-
ways secure your vehicle even if parking for abrief period. Never leave your keys in the ignition,
and always lock the vehicle when unattended. Be
aware of your surroundings, and park in secure,
well-lit areas whenever possible.
Many devices offering additional protection, such
as component locks, identification markers, and
tracking systems, are available at auto supply
stores and specialty shops. Your NISSAN dealer
may also offer such equipment. Check with your
insurance company to see if you may be eligible
for discounts for various theft protection features.
How to arm the vehicle security
system
1. Close all windows.(The system can be
armed even if the windows are open.)
2. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
3. Close all doors. Lock all doors. The doors
can be locked with the key, power door lock
switch or with the keyfob.
Keyfob operation:
cPush the
button on the keyfob.
All doors lock. The hazard lights flash
twice and the horn beeps once to indicate
all doors are locked.
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SECURITY SYSTEMS
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cWhen thebutton is pushed with
all doors locked, the hazard lights flash
twice and the horn beeps once as a re-
minder that the doors are already locked.
The horn may or may not beep. Refer to
“Silencing the horn beep feature” (vehicles
without navigation system) in the “Pre-
driving checks and adjustments” section or
“Vehicle electronic systems” (vehicles with
navigation system) in the “Display screen,
heater, air conditioner and audio systems”
section.
4. Confirm that the
indicator light comes
on. Thelight stays on for about 30
seconds. The vehicle security system is now
pre-armed. After about 30 seconds the ve-
hicle security system automatically shifts
into the armed phase. The
light begins
to flash once every 3 seconds. If, during the
30-second pre-arm time period, the door is
unlocked by the key or the keyfob, or the
ignition key is turned to ACC or ON, the
system will not arm.
cIf the key is turned slowly when locking
the door, the system may not arm. Fur-
thermore, if the key is turned beyond
the vertical position toward the unlock
position to remove the key, the system
may be disarmed when the key is re-moved. If the indicator light fails to
glow for 30 seconds, unlock the door
once and lock it again.
cEven when the driver and/or passen-
gers are in the vehicle, the system will
arm with all doors closed and locked
with the ignition key in the OFF posi-
tion.
Vehicle security system activation
The vehicle security system will give the following
alarm:
cThe headlights blink and the horn sounds
intermittently.
cThe alarm automatically turns off after ap-
proximately 50 seconds. However, the alarm
reactivates if the vehicle is tampered with
again. The alarm can be shut off by unlocking
the driver’s door with the key, or by pressing
the
button on the keyfob.
The alarm is activated by:
copening a door without using the key or
keyfob (even if the door is unlocked by using
the inside lock knob or the power door lock
switch) .
How to stop an activated alarm
The alarm stops only by unlocking the driver’s
door with the key, or by pressing thebut-
ton on the keyfob.
NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEM
The NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System will not
allow the engine to start without the use of a
registered key.
If the engine fails to start using a registered key
(for example, when interference is caused by
another registered key, an automated toll road
device or automatic payment device on the key
ring) , restart the engine using the following pro-
cedures:
1. Leave the ignition switch in the ON position
for approximately 5 seconds.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF or LOCK
position, and wait approximately 10 sec-
onds.
3. Repeat steps 1 and 2.
4. Restart the engine while holding the device
(which may have caused the interference)
separate from the registered key.
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If the no start condition re-occurs, NISSAN rec-
ommends placing the registered key on a sepa-
rate key ring to avoid interference from other
devices.
Statement related to Section 15 of FCC
Rules for NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer Sys-
tem (CONT ASSY — IMMOBILIZER, ANT
ASSY — IMMOBILIZER)
This device complies with part 15 of the
FCC Rules and RSS-210 of Industry
Canada. Operation is subject to the follow-
ing two conditions;
(1) This device may not cause harmful in-
terference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including inter-
ference that may cause undesired opera-
tion of the device.
CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT EX-
PRESSLY APPROVED BY THE PARTY RE-
SPONSIBLE FOR COMPLIANCE COULD
VOID THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPER-
ATE THE EQUIPMENT.
Security indicator light
The security indicator light blinks whenever the
ignition switch is in the LOCK, OFF or ACC
position. This function indicates the NISSAN Ve-
hicle Immobilizer System is operational.
If the NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System is mal-
functioning, the light will remain on while the
ignition key is in the ON position.
If the light still remains on and/or the en-
gine will not start, see a NISSAN dealer for
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System ser-
vice as soon as possible. Please bring all
registered keys that you have when visiting
your NISSAN dealer for service.
SWITCH OPERATION
The windshield wiper and washer operates when
the ignition switch is in the ON position.
Push the lever down to operate the wiper at the
following speed:
s1Intermittent (INT) — intermittent operation
can be adjusted by turning the knob toward
sA(Slower) orsB(Faster) . Also, the inter-
mittent operation speed varies in accor-
dance with the vehicle speed. (For example,
when the vehicle speed is high, the intermit-
tent operation speed will be faster.)
LIC0474WIC0843
WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER
SWITCH
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3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Keys .............................................3-2
NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system keys..........3-2
Doors............................................3-3
Locking with key................................3-3
Locking with inside lock knob....................3-4
Locking with power door lock switch.............3-4
Child safety rear door lock.......................3-5
Remote keyless entry system.......................3-5
How to use remote keyless entry system..........3-6
Hood............................................3-9
Lift gate.........................................3-10
Operating the manual lift gate...................3-10
Operating the power lift gate
(if so equipped)...............................3-10
Cancel switch.................................3-13
Lift gate release...............................3-13Glass hatch......................................3-14
Fuel-filler door...................................3-15
Fuel-filler cap.................................3-15
Steering wheel...................................3-16
Tilt operation..................................3-16
Pedal position adjustment.........................3-16
Sun visors.......................................3-17
Vanity mirrors.................................3-18
Mirrors..........................................3-18
Automatic anti-glare rearview mirror.............3-18
Outside mirrors...............................3-19
Automatic drive positioner (if so equipped)..........3-20
Memory storage function.......................3-21
Entry/exit function.............................3-22
System operation..............................3-22
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1. Two master keys (black) with transpon-
der chip and chrome NISSAN brand
symbol on one side
2. Valet key (black) with transponder chip
3. Key number plate
4. Transponder chip
A key number plate is supplied with your keys.
Record the key number and keep it in a safe place
(such as your wallet) , not in the vehicle. If you lose
your keys, see a NISSAN dealer for duplicates by
using the key number. NISSAN does not record
key numbers so it is very important to keep track
of your key number plate.A key number is only necessary when you have
lost all keys and do not have one to duplicate
from. If you still have a key, your NISSAN dealer
can duplicate it.
NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEM KEYS
You can only drive your vehicle using the master
or valet keys which are registered to the NISSAN
Vehicle Immobilizer System components in your
vehicle. These keys have a transponder chip in
the key head.
The master key can be used for all the locks.
The valet key cannot be used for the console box
lock.
To protect belongings when you leave a key with
someone, give them the valet key only.
Never leave these keys in the vehicle.
Additional or replacement keys:
If you still have a key, the key number is not
necessary when you need extra NISSAN Vehicle
Immobilizer System keys. Your dealer can dupli-
cate your existing key. As many as five NISSAN
Vehicle Immobilizer System keys can be used
with one vehicle. You should bring all NISSAN
Vehicle Immobilizer System keys that you have to
your NISSAN dealer for registration. This is be-cause the registration process will erase the
memory of all key codes previously registered
into the NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System.
After the registration process, these components
will only recognize keys coded into the NISSAN
Vehicle Immobilizer System during registration.
Any key that is not given to your dealer at the time
of registration will no longer be able to start your
vehicle.
Do not allow the immobilizer system key, which
contains an electrical transponder, to come into
contact with salt water. This could affect system
function.
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KEYS
3-2Pre-driving checks and adjustments
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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
On-pavement and off-road driving
precautions....................................5-3
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)..........5-3
Avoiding collision and rollover....................5-5
Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving................5-5
Driving safety precautions.......................5-6
Ignition switch.....................................5-8
Automatic transmission..........................5-8
Key positions..................................5-9
Nissan vehicle immobilizer system................5-9
Before starting the engine..........................5-9
Starting the engine...............................5-10
Driving the vehicle................................5-10
Engine protection mode........................5-10
Automatic transmission.........................5-11
Parking brake....................................5-15
Cruise control....................................5-15
Precautions on cruise control...................5-15Cruise control operations.......................5-16
Break-in schedule................................5-17
Increasing fuel economy...........................5-17
Using four wheel drive (4WD).............5-18
Transfer case shifting procedures...............5-19
Parking/parking on hills............................5-25
Power steering...................................5-26
Brake system....................................5-26
Brake precautions.............................5-26
Anti-lock braking system (ABS).................5-27
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) system..............5-28
Rear sonar system (if so equipped).................5-29
Cold weather driving..............................5-30
Freeing a frozen door lock......................5-30
Anti-freeze....................................5-30
Battery.......................................5-30
Draining of coolant water.......................5-31
Tire equipment................................5-31
Special winter equipment.......................5-31
Driving on snow or ice.........................5-31
Engine block heater (if so equipped).............5-32
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In order for the steering wheel to be locked, it
must be turned about 1/8 of a turn clockwise
from the straight up position.
To lock the steering wheel, turn the key to
the LOCK position. Remove the key. To
unlock the steering wheel, insert the key
and turn it gently while rotating the steer-
ing wheel slightly right and left.
If the key will not turn from the LOCK posi-
tion, turn the steering wheel to the left or
right while turning the key to unlock the
key cylinder.
KEY POSITIONS
LOCK: Normal parking position (0)
OFF: (Not used) (1)
ACC: (Accessories) (2)
This position activates electrical accessories
such as the radio when the engine is not running.
ON: Normal operating position (3)
This position turns on the ignition system and the
electrical accessories.
START: (4)
This position starts the engine. As soon as the
engine has started, release the key. It automati-
cally returns to the ON position.
NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEM
The NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System will not
allow the engine to start without the use of the
registered key.
If the engine fails to start using a registered key
(for example, when interference is caused by
another registered key, an automated toll road
device or automatic payment device on the key
ring) , restart the engine using the following pro-
cedures:
1. Leave the ignition switch in the ON position
for approximately 5 seconds.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF or LOCK
position, and wait approximately 10 sec-
onds.
3. Repeat steps 1 and 2.
4. Restart the engine while holding the device
(which may have caused the interference)
separate from the registered key.
If the no start condition re-occurs, NISSAN rec-
ommends placing the registered key on a sepa-
rate key ring to avoid interference from other
devices.cMake sure the area around the vehicle is
clear.
cCheck fluid levels such as engine oil, cool-
ant, brake fluid, and window washer fluid as
frequently as possible, or at least whenever
you refuel.
cCheck that all windows and lights are clean.
cVisually inspect tires for their appearance
and condition. Also check tires for proper
inflation.
cLock all doors.
cPosition seat and adjust head restraints.
cAdjust inside and outside mirrors.
cFasten seat belts and ask all passengers to
do likewise.
cCheck the operation of warning lights when
the key is turned to the ON (3) position. See
“Warning/indicator lights and audible re-
minders” in the “Instruments and controls”
section of this manual.
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
Starting and driving5-9
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Fog light switch.................2-28
Front air bag system
(See supplemental restraint system).....1-54
Front seats....................1-2
Fuel
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants.................9-2
Fuel economy................5-17
Fuel gauge..................2-6
Fuel octane rating..............9-4
Fuel recommendation............9-3
Fuel-filler door and cap...........3-15
Fuel economy setting..............4-4
Fuses......................8-21
Fusible links...................8-23
G
Garage door opener, HomeLinkTUniversal
Transceiver...................2-51
Gascap.....................3-15
Gauge
Automatic transmission fluid temperature
gauge.....................2-7
Engine coolant temperature gauge.....2-5
Engine oil pressure gauge..........2-6
Fuel gauge..................2-6
Odometer...................2-4
Speedometer.................2-4
Tachometer..................2-5
Trip odometer.................2-4
Voltmeter...................2-7
General maintenance..............8-2
Glass hatch...................3-14
Glove box....................2-35H
Hazard warning flasher switch.........2-28
Head restraints..................1-8
Active head restraint.............1-9
Headlight and turn signal switch........2-24
Headlight control switch............2-24
Headphones (See NISSAN mobile
entertainment system).............4-42
Heated seats..................2-29
Heater
Heater and air conditioner controls. . . .4-17
Heater operation..............4-18
Rear seat air conditioner..........4-20
HomeLinkTUniversal Transceiver.......2-51
Hood release...................3-9
Hook
Luggage hook................2-41
Horn.......................2-29
I
Ignition switch..................5-8
Immobilizer system..........2-21, 3-2, 5-9
Important vehicle information label.......9-11
In-cabin microfilter...............8-17
Increasing fuel economy............5-17
Indicator lights and audible reminders
(See warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders)....................2-12
Inside automatic anti-glare mirror.......3-18
Instrument brightness control.........2-27
Instrument panel..............0-6, 2-2
Instrument panel dimmer switch........2-27Interior light...................2-49
ISOFIX child restraints.............1-27
J
Jump starting...................6-8
K
Key ........................3-2
Keyfob battery replacement..........8-24
Keyless entry system
(See remote keyless entry system).......3-5
L
Labels
Air conditioner specification label.....9-12
C.M.V.S.S. certification label........9-11
Emission control information label.....9-11
Engine serial number............9-11
F.M.V.S.S. certification label........9-11
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
plate.....................9-10
Warning labels (for SRS)..........1-62
Language setting................4-11
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren)
System......................1-27
License plate
Installing the license plate.........9-12
Lift gate.....................3-10
Lift gate release.................3-13
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Light
Air bag warning light.........1-62, 2-17
Brake light (See stop light).........8-27
Bulb check/instrument panel........2-13
Bulb replacement..............8-27
Charge warning light............2-14
Fog light switch...............2-28
Headlight and turn signal switch......2-24
Headlight control switch..........2-24
Interior light.................2-49
Light bulbs..................8-25
Low tire pressure warning light......2-15
Low washer fluid warning light.......2-16
Passenger air bag and status light.....1-56
Personal lights...............2-50
Security indicator light...........2-19
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders..................2-12
Lights
Map lights..................2-50
Lock
Child safety rear door lock..........3-5
Door locks..................3-3
Lift gate release...............3-13
Power door locks...............3-4
Low fuel warning light.............2-15
Low tire pressure warning light........2-15
Low washer fluid warning light.........2-16
Luggage hook..................2-41
Luggage rack (see roof rack).........2-43
Luggage (See vehicle loading information) . .9-13
Luggage storage
(see vehicle loading information)........2-41M
Maintenance
Changing the maintenance interval.....4-5
Displaying the maintenance notice
reminder....................4-6
General maintenance............8-2
Inside the vehicle...............8-3
Maintenance precautions..........8-5
Outside the vehicle..............8-2
Resetting the maintenance interval.....4-5
Seat belt maintenance...........1-25
Setting....................4-5
Under the hood and vehicle.........8-4
Malfunction indicator light...........2-18
Manual front seat adjustment..........1-2
Manual vent windows..............2-47
Map lights....................2-50
Map pocket...................2-36
Meters and gauges................2-3
Instrument brightness control.......2-27
Mirror
Automatic anti-glare inside mirror.....3-18
Outside mirror control...........3-19
Outside mirrors...............3-19
Vanity mirror.................3-18
N
NISSAN mobile entertainment system
(MES)......................4-39
NISSAN vehicle immobilizer
system................2-21, 3-2, 5-9O
Octane rating (See fuel octane rating).....9-4
Odometer.....................2-4
Oil
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants.................9-2
Changing engine oil.............8-9
Changing engine oil filter..........8-10
Checking engine oil level..........8-8
Engine oil...................8-8
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation . .9-6
Engine oil pressure low/engine coolant
temperature high warning light.......2-14
Engine oil viscosity..............9-6
Outside mirror control.............3-19
Outside mirrors.................3-19
Overheat
If your vehicle overheats..........6-10
Owner’s manual order form..........9-31
Owner’s manual/service manual order
information....................9-31
P
Parking
Parking brake operation..........5-15
Parking/parking on hills...........5-25
Pedal position adjustment...........3-16
Personal lights.................2-50
Power
Power door locks...............3-4
Power outlet.................2-31
Power rear windows............2-45
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