check engine NISSAN ARMADA 2015 1.G Owners Manual

0 Illustrated table of contents
Air bags, seat belts and child restraints..............0-2
Exterior front ......................................0-3
Exterior rear .......................................0-4
Passenger compartment ...........................0-5 Instrument panel
...................................0-6
Engine compartment check locations . . ..............0-8
Warning/indicator lights ............................0-9

1. Battery (P. 8-15)
2. Fuse/fusible link box (P. 8-24)
3. Engine oil filler cap (P. 8-9)
4. Brake fluid reservoir (P. 8-13)
5. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir(P. 8-14)
6. Air cleaner (P. 8-19)
7. Drive belt location (P.8-17)
8. Radiator cap (P. 8-7)
9. Power steering fluid reservoir (P. 8-13)
10. Engine oil dipstick (P. 8-9)
11. Engine coolant reservoir (P. 8-7)
Refer to the page number indicated in pa-
rentheses for operating details.
LDI2482
ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK
LOCATIONS
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Warninglight Name Page
or
Anti-lock Braking
System (ABS) warn-
ing light 2-13
Automatic Transmis-
sion check warning
light2-13
Automatic transmis-
sion park warning
light (
model)2-13
or
Brake warning light 2-14
Charge warning
light
2-15
Warning
light Name Page
Engine oil pressure
low/engine coolant
temperature high
warning light 2-15
4WD warning light
(
model)
2-15
Low fuel warning
light 2-16
Low tire pressure
warning light2-16
Low windshield-
washer fluid warning
light2-17
NISSAN Intelligent
Key® warning light
(if so equipped)2-17
Master warning light 2-17
Warning
light Name Page
Seat belt warning
light and chime 2-18
Supplemental air
bag warning light2-18
Indicator
light Name Page
Front passenger air
bag status light 2-18
Cruise main switch
indicator light2-19
Cruise set switch
indicator light2-19
High beam indicator
light (Blue)2-19
Malfunction Indica-
tor Light (MIL)2-19
WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS
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FRONT POWER SEAT ADJUSTMENT
Operating tips
●The power seat motor has an auto-reset
overload protection circuit. If the motor
stops during operation, wait 30 seconds
then reactivate the switch.
● Do not operate the power seat switch for a
long period of time when the engine is off.
This will discharge the battery.
For additional information, refer to “Automatic
drive positioner” in the “Pre-driving checks and
adjustments” section of this manual.
Forward and backward
Moving the switch forward or backward will slide
the seat forward or backward to the desired
position.
Reclining
Move the recline switch backward until the de-
sired angle is obtained. To bring the seatback
forward again, move the switch forward and
move your body forward. The seatback will move
forward. The reclining feature allows adjustment of the
seatback for occupants of different sizes for
added comfort and to help obtain proper seat
belt fit. For additional information, refer to “Pre-
cautions on seat belt usage” in this section. Also,
the seatback can be reclined to allow occupants
to rest when the vehicle is stopped and the shift
lever is in P (Park) .
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Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system1-3

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 .......................2-7
Voltmeter ......................................2-7
Automatic transmission fluid temperature
gauge .........................................2-8
Compass display (if so equipped) ...................2-8
Compass display ...............................2-9
Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders ......2-12
Checking bulbs ............................... 2-13
Warning lights ................................ 2-13
Indicator lights ................................ 2-18
Audible reminders ............................. 2-20
Vehicle Information Display ........................2-21
How to use the Vehicle Information Display .......2-21
Security systems ................................. 2-29
Vehicle security system ......................... 2-29
NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system .............2-30
Windshield wiper and washer switch ...............2-32Switch operation
.............................. 2-32
Rear window wiper and washer switch ..............2-33
Rear window and outside mirror defroster switch .....2-34
Headlight and turn signal switch ....................2-34
Headlight control switch ........................ 2-35
Daytime running light system (Canada only) ......2-36
Instrument brightness control ...................2-37
Turn signal switch ............................. 2-37
Fog light switch (if so equipped) ................2-38
Horn ............................................ 2-38
Heated seats (if so equipped) ......................2-39
Heated rear seats (if so equipped) ..................2-40
Heated steering wheel (if so equipped) .............2-41
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off switch ...........2-41
Rear sonar system off switch (if so equipped) ........2-42
Front and rear sonar system off switch (if so
equipped) ....................................... 2-42
T

ow mode switch ................................. 2-43
Power outlet ..................................... 2-44
Storage ......................................... 2-45
Map pockets .................................. 2-45
Seatback pocket .............................. 2-45
Instrument panel storage trays ..................2-46

ENGINE OIL PRESSURE GAUGE
The gauge indicates the engine lubrication sys-
tem oil pressure while the engine is running. The
needle should be in the middle of the gauge when
the engine is running.
CAUTION
●This gauge is not designed to indicate
low engine oil level. Use the dipstick to
check the oil level. For additional infor-
mation, refer to “Engine oil” in the
“Maintenance and do-it-yourself” sec-
tion of this manual. ●
If the gauge needle does not move with
the proper amount of engine oil, have
the vehicle checked by a NISSAN
dealer. Continued vehicle operation in
such a condition could cause serious
damage to the engine.
VOLTMETER
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the voltmeter indicates the battery volt-
age. When the engine is running, it indicates the
generator voltage.
While cranking the engine, the volts drop below
the normal range. If the needle is not in the normal
range (11 – 15 volts)
1while the engine is
running, it may indicate that the charging system
is not functioning properly. Have the system
checked by a NISSAN dealer.
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Instruments and controls2-7

orAnti-lock Braking System (ABS)
warning lightLow tire pressure warning lightCruise set switch indicator light
Automatic Transmission check warning lightLow windshield-washer fluid warning lightHigh beam indicator light (Blue)
Automatic transmission park warning light
(model)Master warning lightMalfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
orBrake warning lightNISSAN Intelligent Key® warning light
(if so equipped)Security indicator light
Charge warning lightSeat belt warning light and chimeSide light and headlight indicator light
(if so equipped)
Engine oil pressure low/engine coolant
temperature high warning lightSupplemental air bag warning lightSlip indicator light
4WD warning light (model)Front passenger air bag status lightTurn signal/hazard indicator lights
(if so equipped)
Low fuel warning lightCruise main switch indicator lightVehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF indicator
light
WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND
AUDIBLE REMINDERS
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CHECKING BULBS
With all doors closed, apply the parking brake
and place the ignition switch in the ON position
without starting the engine. The following lights
will come on (if so equipped):
,or,,,,
The following lights come on briefly and then go
off (if so equipped):
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, refer to “Vehicle infor-
mation display” in this section.
orAnti-lock BrakingSystem (ABS)
warning light
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the ABS warning light illuminates and
then turns off. This indicates the ABS is opera-
tional.
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. For
additional information, refer to “Brake system” in
the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.
Automatic Transmission checkwarning light
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, 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 parkwarning light (
model)
WARNING
● If 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.
● When 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.
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●The warning light may come on when
the ignition switch is ON and the shift
lever is placed in the P position while
shifting the transfer 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. Be-
fore shifting the 4WD switch into the
4LO position or out of 4LO in the 4H
position, move the shift lever into the N
position. Shift the shift 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 shift 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. Parking brake indicator
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the light comes on when the parking
brake is applied.
Low brake fluid warning light
When the ignition switch is placed 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 ve-
hicle and perform the following:
1. Check the brake fluid level. Add brake fluid as necessary. For additional information, re-
fer to “Brake fluid” in the “Maintenance 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
●Your 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. ●
Pressing 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 and pedal travel.
● If 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.
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning
indicator
When the parking brake is released and the
brake fluid level is sufficient, if both the brake
warning light and the ABS warning light illumi-
nates, it may indicate the ABS is not functioning
properly. Have the brake system checked and, if
necessary, repaired by a NISSAN dealer
promptly. Avoid high-speed driving and abrupt
braking. For additional information, refer to “Anti-
lock Braking System (ABS) warning light” in this
section.
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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
●Do not ground electrical accessories di-
rectly to the battery terminal. Doing so
will bypass the variable control system
and the vehicle battery may not charge
completely. For additional information,
refer to “Variable voltage control sys-
tem” in the “Maintenance and do-it-
yourself” section of this manual.
● Do not continue driving if the generator
belt is loose, broken or missing
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-
gine
immediately and 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. For additional information, refer to “If
your vehicle overheats” in the “In case of emer-
gency” section and “Engine oil” and “Checking
engine coolant level” in the “Maintenance and
do-it-yourself” section of this manual.
CAUTION
● Running the engine with the engine oil
pressure warning light on could cause
serious damage to the engine almost
immediately. Such damage is not cov-
ered by warranty. Turn off the engine as
soon as it is safe to do so.
●
If the gauge indicates engine coolant
temperature over the normal range, stop
the vehicle as soon as safely possible. If
the engine is overheated, continued op-
eration of the vehicle may seriously dam-
age the engine. For additional informa-
tion, refer to “If your vehicle overheats” in
the “In case of emergency” section for
immediate action required.
4WD warning light
(
model)
The 4WD warning light comes on when the igni-
tion switch is placed in the ON position. It turns
off soon after the engine is started.
If the engine or vehicle is not functioning properly,
the warning light will either remain illuminated or
blink. For additional information, refer to “4WD
warning light” in the “Starting and driving” section
of this manual.
CAUTION
● If the warning light comes on or blinks
during operation, have your vehicle
checked by a NISSAN dealer as soon as
possible.
● Do not drive on dry hard surface roads
in the 4H or 4LO position. If the 4WD
warning light turns on when you are
driving on dry hard surface roads:
– in the AUTO or 4H position, shift the 4WD shift switch to 2WD.
– in the 4LO position, stop the vehicle, move the shift lever to the N position
and shift the 4WD shift switch to
2WD.
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