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orAnti-lock Braking System
(ABS) warning light4WD warning light (model)High beam indicator light (Blue)
Automatic transmission check warning lightLow fuel warning lightMalfunction indicator light (MIL)
Automatic transmission park warning light
(model)Low tire pressure warning lightSecurity indicator light
orBrake warning lightMaster warning lightSlip indicator light
Charge warning lightSeat belt warning light and chimeTurn signal/hazard indicator lights
Check suspension warning light (if so
equipped)Supplemental air bag warning lightVehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off indicator
light
Engine oil pressure low/engine coolant tem-
perature high warning lightFront passenger air bag status 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
For additional information on warnings and indi-
cators, see “Vehicle information display” later in
this section.
WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND
AUDIBLE REMINDERS
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orAnti-lock Braking
System (ABS)
warning light
When the ignition switch is in the ON position,
the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light
illuminates and then turns off. This indicates the
ABS is operational.
If the ABS warning light illuminates while the
engine is running, or while driving, it may indicate
the ABS is not functioning properly. Have the
system checked by a NISSAN dealer.
If an ABS malfunction occurs, the anti-lock func-
tion is turned off. The brake system then operates
normally, but without anti-lock assistance. See
9Brake system9in the9Starting and driving9sec-
tion.
Automatic transmission check
warning light
When the ignition switch is turned ON, the light
comes on for about 2 seconds. If the light comes
on at any other time, it may indicate the automatic
transmission system is not functioning properly.
Have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer.
Automatic transmission park
warning light (
model)
WARNING
cIf the ATP light is ON, this indicates that
the automatic transmission P (Park) po-
sition will not function and the transfer
case is in neutral.
cWhen parking, always make sure that
the 4WD shift indicator light illuminates
and the parking brake is set. Failure to
engage the transfer position in 2WD,
AUTO, 4H or 4LO could result in the
vehicle moving unexpectedly, resulting
in serious personal injury or property
damage.cThe warning light may come on when
the ignition switch is ON and the auto-
matic transmission lever is shifted to
the P position while shifting the trans-
fer case between 4H and 4LO. Shift the
4WD shift switch to the 2WD, AUTO, 4H,
or 4LO position again to turn off the ATP
warning light when the warning light
comes on. (Before shifting the 4WD
switch into the 4LO position or out of
4LO in the 4H position, move the auto-
matic transmission selector lever into
the N position. Shift the selector lever
into the P position and make sure that
the 4WD shift indicator light is ON and
the ATP warning light is OFF.)
This light indicates that the automatic transmis-
sion parking function is not engaged. If the trans-
fer control is not secured in any drive position
while the automatic transmission selector lever is
in the P (Park) position, the transmission will
disengage and the drive wheels will not lock.
orBrake warning light
This light functions for both the parking brake and
the foot brake systems.
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Parking brake indicator
When the ignition key is in the ON position, the
light comes on when the parking brake is applied.
Low brake fluid warning light
When the ignition key is in the ON position, the
light warns of a low brake fluid level. If the light
comes on while the engine is running with the
parking brake not applied, stop the vehicle and
perform the following:
1. Check the brake fluid level. Add brake fluid
as necessary. See “Brake fluid” in the “Main-
tenance and do-it-yourself” section of this
manual.
2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the
warning system checked by a NISSAN
dealer.
WARNING
cYour brake system may not be working
properly if the warning light is on. Driv-
ing could be dangerous. If you judge it
to be safe, drive carefully to the nearest
service station for repairs. Otherwise,
have your vehicle towed because driv-
ing it could be dangerous.cPressing the brake pedal with the en-
gine stopped and/or a low brake fluid
level may increase your stopping dis-
tance and braking will require greater
pedal effort as well as pedal travel.
cIf the brake fluid level is below the
MINIMUM or MIN mark on the brake
fluid reservoir, do not drive until the
brake system has been checked at a
NISSAN dealer.
Charge warning light
If this light comes on while the engine is running,
it may indicate the charging system is not func-
tioning properly. Turn the engine off and check
the generator belt. If the belt is loose, broken,
missing, or if the light remains on, see a NISSAN
dealer immediately.
CAUTION
cDo not ground electrical accessories
directly to the battery terminal. Doing
so will bypass the variable control sys-
tem and the vehicle battery may not
charge completely. Refer to “Variable
voltage control system” in the “Mainte-
nance and do-it-yourself” section later
in this manual.cDo not continue driving if the generator
belt is loose, broken or missing.
Check suspension warning
light (if so equipped)
This light may indicate a malfunction in the auto-
leveling suspension.
For additional information, refer to “Jacking up
vehicle and removing the damaged tire” in the “In
case of emergency” section of this manual.
Engine oil pressure
low/Engine coolant
temperature high warning
light
This light warns of low engine oil pressure or high
engine coolant temperature.
If the light flickers or comes on during normal
driving, pull off the road in a safe area, stop the
engine and allow it to cool. If the light remains on
after checking the oil and coolant, stop the en-
gineimmediatelyand call a NISSAN dealer or
other authorized repair shop.
This light is not designed to indicate a low
oil or low coolant level.Check the oil level
with the dipstick and check the coolant level on
the reservoir. See “Engine oil” and “Checking
engine coolant level” in the “Maintenance and
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not go off, have the traction control system
checked by a NISSAN dealer.
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.
Vehicle Dynamic Control
(VDC) off indicator light
This indicator light comes on when the Vehicle
Dynamic Control off switch is pushed to OFF, the
transfer case is in the 4LO position (
model) , or when the Vehicle Dynamic Control
system is not functioning properly. This indicates
the Vehicle Dynamic Control system is not oper-
ating.
Push the Vehicle Dynamic Control off switch
again or restart the engine and the system will
operate normally. See “Vehicle Dynamic Control
(VDC) system” in the “Starting and driving” sec-
tion of this manual.
The Vehicle Dynamic Control off light also comes
on when you turn the ignition key to the ON
position. The light will turn off after about 2 sec-
onds if the system is operational. If the light stayson or comes on along with the SLIP indicator light
while you are driving, have the Vehicle Dynamic
Control system checked by a NISSAN dealer.
While the Vehicle Dynamic Control system is
operating, you might feel slight vibration or hear
the system working when starting the vehicle or
accelerating, 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.
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Vehicle information display warnings
and indicators
1. Door and liftgate open warning
2. Lock warning (Intelligent Key model)
3. Low fuel warning4. Low windshield washer fluid warning
5. No key warning (Intelligent Key model)
6. Parking brake warning
7. Shift P warning (Intelligent Key model)8. Cruise main switch indicator
9. Cruise set switch indicator
10. Intelligent Key battery discharge indicator
(Intelligent Key model)
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11. Transfer 4LO position indicator (model)
12. 4WD shift indicator (
model)
13. Automatic transmission position indicator
Door and liftgate open warning
This warning illuminates when a door, the liftgate
or the liftgate glass has been opened when the
ignition switch is on.
Lock warning (Intelligent Key model)
This warning illuminates and a chime sounds if
the ignition switch has been in the ACC or ON
position and then placed in the OFF position.
Place the ignition switch in the LOCK position
and the warning and chime will turn off.
Refer to “Shift P warning” in this section for
additional information.
Low fuel warning
This warning illuminates when the fuel level in the
fuel tank is getting low. Refuel as soon as it is
convenient, preferably before the fuel gauge
reaches E (Empty) .There will be a small re-
serve of fuel in the tank when the fuel
gauge needle reaches E (Empty) .Low windshield washer fluid warning
This warning illuminates when the windshield
washer fluid is at a low level. Add windshield
washer fluid as necessary. See “Window washer
fluid” in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself”
section of this manual.
No key warning (Intelligent Key model)
This warning illuminates following two condi-
tions:
1. When the ignition switch is pushed and the
Intelligent Key cannot be recognized by the
system. If this warning illuminates, you can-
not start the engine.
Check for the following causes and perform
the assigned remedies:
– The battery of the Intelligent Key carried
with you is discharged completely. Re-
place the battery with a new one.
– The Intelligent Key carried with you is not
registered to the system. Use the regis-
tered Intelligent Key.
– You do not have an Intelligent Key with
you. Carry an Intelligent Key with you.2. When the door is closed with the Intelligent
Key left outside the vehicle and the ignition
switch is in the ACC or ON position. A
chime will also sound.
Parking brake warning
This warning illuminates when the parking brake
is set and the vehicle is driven.
SHIFT P warning (Intelligent Key model)
This warning illuminates when the ignition switch
is in the ACC or OFF position and the shift
selector lever is in any position other than (Park)
position. Also, a chime sounds when the ignition
switch is in the OFF position.
If this warning illuminates, move the shift selector
lever to the P (Park) position or start the engine.
If the shift selector lever is moved to the P (Park)
position, the lock warning will appear. Refer to
“Lock warning” in this section.
For additional information about Intelligent Key,
see “Intelligent Key system” in the “Pre-driving
checks and adjustments” section.
Cruise main switch indicator (if so
equipped)
This indicator illuminates when the cruise control
main switch is pushed. The indicator turns off
when the main switch is pushed again. When the
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Headlight beam select
s1To select the high beam function, push the
lever forward. The high beam lights come on
and the
light illuminates.
s2Pull the lever back to select the low beam.
s3Pulling and releasing the lever flashes the
headlight high beams on and off.
Battery saver system
If the ignition switch is turned OFF while the
headlight switch is in theorposi-
tion, the headlights will turn off after 5 minutes.After the headlights automatically turn off with the
headlight switch in the
orposition,
the headlights will illuminate again for 5 minutes if
the headlight switch is moved to the OFF position
and then turned to the
orposition.
CAUTION
Even though the battery saver feature au-
tomatically turns off the headlights after a
period of time, you should turn the head-
light switch to the OFF position when the
engine is not running to avoid discharging
the vehicle battery.
DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT SYSTEM
(Canada only)
The headlights automatically illuminate at a re-
duced intensity when the engine is started with
the parking brake released. The daytime running
lights operate with the headlight switch in the
OFF position or in the
position. Turn the
headlight switch to theposition for full
illumination when driving at night.
If the parking brake is applied before the engine is
started, the daytime running lights do not illumi-
nate. The daytime running lights illuminate when
the parking brake is released. The daytime run-
ning lights will remain on until the ignition switch
is turned off.
WARNING
When the daytime running light system is
active, tail lights on your vehicle are not
on. It is necessary at dusk to turn on your
headlights. Failure to do so could cause
an accident injuring yourself and others.
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WARNING
cThe driver must not attempt to operate
or view the Mobile Entertainment Sys-
tem while the vehicle is in motion so
that full attention may be given to ve-
hicle operation.
cDo not attempt to modify the system to
display a movie on the front screen
while the vehicle is being driven. Doing
so may distract the driver and may
cause a collision and serious personal
injury or death.
CAUTION
cThe glass screen on the liquid crystal
display may break if hit with a hard or
sharp object. If the glass breaks, do not
touch the liquid crystalline material,
which contains a small amount of mer-
cury. In case of contact with skin, wash
immediately with soap and water.
cUse a damp, soft cloth when cleaning
the Mobile Entertainment System com-
ponents. Do not use solvents or clean-
ing solutions.
Do not attempt to use the system in extreme
temperature conditions [below -4°F (-20°C) or
above 158°F (70°C)].To avoid discharging the vehicle battery, do not
operate the system more than 15 minutes without
starting the engine.
Movies will not be shown on the front display
while the vehicle is in any drive position to reduce
driver distraction. Audio is available when a movie
is played. To view movies in the front display, stop
the vehicle in a safe location, move the shift
selector lever to the P (Park) position and apply
the parking brake.
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Pressing thebutton on the front controls
turns the rear speakers on or off and enables or
disables the wireless headphones .
It is possible to operate the DVD player by remote
control.
Headphones are a wireless type and no cables
are necessary. You can use them in almost all the
ranges in the rear seat. (It is not possible to use
the headphones in the front seat.)
DISC/AUX button
Park the vehicle in a safe location and
apply the parking brake for the front seat
occupants to operate the DVD drive while
watching the images.
Press the DISC/AUX button on the instrument
panel and turn the display to the DVD mode.
When a DVD is loaded, it will be replayed auto-
matically.
The operation screen will be turned on when the
DISC/AUX button located on the instrument
panel is pressed while a DVD is being played,
and it will turn off automatically after a period of
time. To turn it on again, press the DISC/AUX
button once more.
DVD operation keys
To operate the DVD drive, touch the preferred key
(if so equipped) or select the preferred key dis-
played on the operation screen using the
NISSAN controller.
NOTE:
If the display in your vehicle is not touch
screen enabled; use the NISSAN controller
and the ENTER button to operate the fol-
lowing functions. For more information on
how to operate the NISSAN controller, see
“How to use the NISSAN controller” earlier
in this section.
PAUSE key:
Touch the “
” PAUSE key to pause the DVD.
To resume playing the DVD, touch the
“
”PLAY key.
To pause the DVD, it is also possible to press
the
button on the keypad of the remote
controller.
PLAY key:
Touch the “
” PLAY key to start playing the
DVD, for example, after pausing the DVDTo start playing the DVD, it is also possible to
press the
button on the keypad of the
remote controller.
STOP key:
Touch the “
” STOP key to stop playing the
DVD.
To stop playing the DVD, it is also possible to
press the
button on the keypad of the
remote controller.
SKIP (forward) key:
Touch the “
” SKIP key to skip the chapter(
s) of the disc forward. The chapters will advance
the number of times the “
” SKIP key is
touched.
Touch and hold the “
” SKIP key for more
than 1.5 seconds to fast forward the disc. When
the “
” SKIP key is released the disc will be
played normally.
To skip the chapter(s) forward, it is also possible
to press the
button on the keypad of the
remote controller.
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You can still use the Memo Pad and access
Setup.
SPEAKER ADAPTATION (SA) MODE
Speaker Adaptation allows up to two out-of-
dialect users to train the system to improve rec-
ognition accuracy. By repeating a number of
commands, the users can create a voice model of
their own voice that is stored in the system. The
system is capable of storing a different speaker
adaptation model for memory A and memory B.
If memory A is available, the system will use
memory A to store the model. If memory A is in
use and memory B is available, the system will
use memory B to store the model. If both of the
memory locations are in use, the system will ask
the user to select which memory location should
be overwritten.
Training procedure
The procedure for training a voice is as follows.
1. Position the vehicle in a reasonably quiet
outdoor location.
2. Sit in the driver’s seat with the engine run-
ning, the parking brake on, and the transmis-
sion in P (Park) .
3. Press and hold the
button for more
than 5 seconds.4. The system announces: “Press the
PHONE/SEND (
) button for the
hands-free phone system to enter the
speaker adaptation mode or press the
PHONE/END (
) button to select a dif-
ferent language.”
5. Press the
button.
For information on selecting a different lan-
guage, see “Choosing a language” earlier in
this section.
6. Voice memory A or memory B is selected
automatically. If both memory locations are
already in use, the system will prompt you to
overwrite one. Follow the instructions pro-
vided by the system.
7. When preparation is complete and you are
ready to begin, press the
button.
8. The SA mode will be explained. Follow the
instructions provided by the system.
9. When training is finished, the system will tell
you an adequate number of phrases have
been recorded.
10. The system will ask you to say your name.
Follow the instructions to register your
name.11. The system will announce that speaker ad-
aptation has been completed and the sys-
tem is ready.
The SA mode will stop if:
cThe
button is pressed for more than
5 seconds in SA mode.
cThe vehicle begins moving during SA mode.
cThe ignition switch is turned to the OFF or
LOCK position.
Training phrases
During the SA mode, the system instructs the
trainer to say the following phrases. (The system
will prompt you for each phrase.)
cphone book new entry
cdial three oh four two nine
cdelete call back number
csetup pair phone
cmemo pad play
ceight pause nine three two pause seven
cdelete all entries
ccall seven two four zero nine
cphone book delete entry
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