battery NISSAN ARMADA 2020 Owner´s Manual

3-22Pre-driving checks and adjustments
WARNING
.Always be sure the liftgate has
been closed securely to prevent it
from opening while driving.
. Do not drive with the liftgate
open. This could allow dangerous
exhaust gases to be drawn into
the vehicle. See “Exhaust gas
(carbon monoxide)” (P.5-4).
. Do not leave children unattended
inside the vehicle. They could
unknowingly activate switches
or controls. Unattended children
could become involved in serious
accidents.
. Always be sure that hands and
feet are clear of the door frame to
avoid injury while closing the
liftgate.
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OPERATING MANUAL LIFTGATE
To open the liftgate, unlock it and push
the liftgate opener switch. Pull up the
liftgate to open.
The liftgate can be unlocked by:
. pushing the unlock button
on the
Intelligent Key twice.
. pushing the liftgate request switch
with the Intelligent Key carried on you.
. pushing the door handle request
switch twice with the Intelligent Key
carried on you.
. pushing the power door lock switch to
the unlock position. .
inserting the mechanical key into the
driver’s door key cylinder and turning
it to the rear of the vehicle twice.
To close the liftgate, pull down until it
securely locks.
OPERATING POWER LIFTGATE (if so
equipped)
To operate the power liftgate, the shift
lever must be in the P (Park) position.
The power liftgate will not operate if the
battery voltage is low.
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Power open
When the liftgate is fully closed, the
liftgate will fully open automatically by:
.pushing the power liftgate switch
on the instrument panel
. pushing the liftgate opener switch
.pushing the power liftgate buttonon the Intelligent Key for more than 1
second
The hazard flashes 4 times and the out-
side chime sounds when the liftgate
starts opening.
NOTE:
The liftgate can be opened by the
power liftgate switch
, the liftgate
opener switchor the power liftgate
buttoneven if the liftgate is
locked. The liftgate will individually un-
lock and open.
Power close
When the liftgate is fully opened, the
liftgate will fully close automatically by:
. pushing the power liftgate switch
on the instrument panel
. pushing the power liftgate button
on the Intelligent Key for more than 1
second
. pushing the power liftgate switch
on the lower part of the liftgate
The hazard flashes 4 times and the out- side chime sounds when the liftgate
starts closing.
NOTE:
When the liftgate is closed, it remains
unlocked. Manually lock the liftgate.
Reverse function
The power liftgate will reverse immedi-
ately if one of the following actions is
performed during power open or power
close.
.
pushing the power liftgate switch
on the instrument panel
. pushing the power liftgate button
on the Intelligent Key.
. pushing the liftgate switch
on the
lower part of the liftgate
The outside chime sounds when the
liftgate starts to reverse.
Auto reverse function
The auto-reverse function enables the
liftgate to automatically reverse when
something is caught in the liftgate as it
is opening or closing. When the control
unit detects an obstacle, the liftgate will
reverse and return to the full open or full
close position.
If a second obstacle is detected, the
liftgate motion will stop and the drive
motor will disengage. The liftgate will
enter the manual mode. A pinch sensor is mounted on each side
of the liftgate. If an obstacle is detected
by the pinch sensor during power close,
the liftgate will reverse and return to the
full open position immediately.
NOTE:
If the pinch sensor is damaged or
removed, the power close function will
not operate.
WARNING
There is a small distance immedi-
ately before the closed position that
cannot be detected. Make sure that
all passengers keep their hands, etc.,
clear from the liftgate opening be-
fore closing the liftgate.
Manual mode
If power operation is not available, the
liftgate can be operated manually. Power
operation may not be available if multiple
obstacles have been detected in a single
power cycle or if the battery voltage is
low. When the power liftgate main switch
is in the OFF position, the liftgate can be
opened manually by pushing the liftgate
opener switch. If the power liftgate open-
er switch is pushed during power open or
close, the power operation will be can-

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CAUTION
.The liftgate will automatically
close from a partly open position.
To avoid pinching, keep hands
and fingers away from liftgate
opening.
. Do not let children operate the
liftgate.
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LIFTGATE RELEASE LEVER
If the liftgate cannot be opened with the
door lock switch due to a discharged
battery, follow these steps.
1. Remove the cover
inside of the
liftgate using a suitable tool.
2. Move the lever
as illustrated to open
the liftgate.
It is recommended you contact a NISSAN
dealer as soon as possible for repair.
OPENING THE FUEL-FILLER DOOR
CAUTION
Lock all doors before going through
automatic car wash. Locking doors
helps prevent fuel-filler door from
opening and becoming damaged.
FUEL-FILLER DOOR

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INDICATION
The textual indication can be turned on or
off on the Intelligent Rear View Mirror
display screen.
.Push the right button
to disable the
textual indication on the display
screen.
. Push the left button
to enable the
textual indication on the display
screen.
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DIMMING MIRROR
The mirror is designed so that it auto-
matically changes reflection according to
the intensity of the headlights of the
following vehicle. You can enable or
disable the automatic anti-glare mode.
. Push the left button
to enable the
automatic anti-glare mode.
. Push the right button
to disable the
automatic anti-glare mode.
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LANGUAGE
The language of the textual indication
can be selected on the Intelligent Rear
View Mirror display screen.
Select the language by using the
orbutton. You can select either English or
French. The language setting will be
retained even if the engine is restarted.
Intelligent Rear View Mirror system
precautions:
NOTE:
. Long-term use of this system in
stopping engine may cause battery
to be discharged.

switch in the LOCK position.
The driver’s seat and steering wheel will
return to the previous positions when the
ignition switch is pushed to the ACC
position.
The driver’s seat will not return to the
previous positions if the seat or steering
adjusting switch is operated when the
seat is at the exit position.
Cancel or activate entry/exit func-
tion
The shift lever must be in the P (Park)
position with the ignition switch in the
OFF position.
The entry/exit function can be activated
or canceled by pressing and holding the
SET switch for more than 10 seconds.
The entry/exit function can also be acti-
vated or canceled if the “Lift Steering
Wheel on Exit” key or “Slide Driver Seat
Back on Exit” key is turned to ON or OFF in
the Vehicle settings on the center display.
(See NissanConnect® Owner’s Manual.)
Initialize entry/exit function
If the battery cable is disconnected, or if
the fuse opens, the entry/exit function
will not work though this function was set
on before. In such a case, after connect-
ing the battery or replacing with a new
fuse, open and close the driver’s door
more than two times after the ignition
switch is turned from the ON position to
the LOCK position. The entry/exit func-
tion will be activated.
MEMORY STORAGE
Two positions for the driver’s seat, steer-
ing column and outside mirrors can be
stored in the automatic drive positioner
memory. Follow these procedures to use
the memory system.
1. Move the shift lever to the P (Park)position.
2. Adjust the driver’s seat, steering col- umn and outside mirrors to the de-
sired positions by manually operating
each adjusting switch. For additional
information, see “Seats” (P.1-3) and
“Tilt/telescopic steering” (P.3-29) and
“Outside mirrors” (P.3-38).
3. Push the SET switch and, within 5 seconds, push the memory switch (1
or 2) fully for at least 1 second.
The indicator light for the pushed
memory switch will stay on for ap- proximately 5 seconds after pushing
the switch.
When the memory is stored in the
memory switch (1 or 2), a buzzer will
sound.
If memory is stored in the same
memory switch, the previous memory
will be deleted.
Linking Intelligent Key to a stored
memory position
The Intelligent Key can be linked to a
stored memory position with the follow-
ing procedure.
1. Follow the steps for storing a memory
position.
2. While the indicator light for the mem- ory switch being set is illuminated for
5 seconds, push the
button on the
Intelligent Key. If the indicator light
blinks, the Intelligent Key is linked to
that memory setting.
Push the ignition switch to the OFF
position, and then push the
button
on the Intelligent Key. The driver’s seat,
steering wheel and outside mirrors will
move to the memorized position.
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3-42Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Confirming memory storage
.Push the ignition switch to the ON
position and push the SET switch. If
the main memory has not been
stored, the indicator light will come
on for approximately 0.5 second.
When the memory has stored in posi-
tion, the indicator light will stay on for
approximately 5 seconds.
. If the battery cable is disconnected, or
if the fuse opens, the memory will be
canceled. In this case, reset the de-
sired position using the previous pro-
cedure.
. If optional Intelligent Keys are added
to your vehicle, the memory storage
procedure to switch 1 or 2 and linking
Intelligent Key procedure to a stored
memory position should be per-
formed again for each Intelligent Key.
For additional Intelligent Key informa-
tion, see “Keys” (P.3-2).
Selecting the memorized position
1. Move the shift lever to the P (Park)
position.
2. Use one of the following methods to move the driver’s seat, the outside
mirrors and the steering wheel.
.Push the memory switch (1 or 2)fully for at least 1 second. The driver’s seat, steering column and
outside mirrors will move to the
memorized position or to the exit
position when the entry/exit function
is set to active with the indicator light
flashing, and then the light will stay on
for approximately 5 seconds.
SETTING MEMORY FUNCTION
The status of the following settings can
be linked to the Intelligent Key and the
memorized settings can be available for
each Intelligent Key.
.
Air conditioner system
. Navigation system (if so equipped)
. Audio system
To use the memory function, lock the
doors with the Intelligent Key that is
linked to the settings.
To enable the memorized settings:
1. Carry the Intelligent Key that is linked to the settings, and unlock the doors
by pushing the driver’s door handle
request switch or “UNLOCK”
but-
ton on the Intelligent Key.
2. Place the ignition switch in the ON position. “Connection with the key has
been done” will be displayed on the
screen and the memorized settings
are available (only when a new Intel-
ligent Key is used).
SYSTEM OPERATION
The automatic drive positioner system
will not work or will stop operating under
the following conditions:
.When the vehicle speed is above 0
MPH (0 km/h) or 4 MPH (7 km/h) for
some limited functions such linking an
Intelligent Key to the vehicle when the
power source is turned on from off or
during the Exit function.
. When any of the memory switches are
pushed while the automatic drive
positioner is operating.
. When the adjusting switch for the
driver’s seat and steering column is
turned on while the automatic drive
positioner is operating.
. When the seat has already been
moved to the memorized position.
. When no seat position is stored in the
memory switch.
. When the shift lever is moved from the
P (Park) position to any other position.

4-2Monitor, heater, air conditioner, audio, phone and voice recognition systems
For models with NissanConnect® with
Navigation (if so equipped) and Services
(if so equipped), refer to the NissanCon-
nect® Owner’s Manual regarding the fol-
lowing information.
.Audio system
. Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone
. NissanConnect® Services
. SiriusXM Traffic
TM
.SiriusXM® Travel Link
. SiriusXM® Radio
. Navigation system
. Voice Recognition System
. Information and settings viewable on
NissanConnect®
WARNING
.Do not disassemble or modify
this system. If you do, it may
result in accidents, fire, or electric
shock.
. Do not use this system if you
notice any abnormality, such as
a frozen screen or lack of sound.
Continued use of the system may
result in accident, fire or electric
shock.
. In case you notice any foreign
object in the system hardware,
spill liquid on it, or notice smoke
or smell coming from it, stop
using the system immediately. It
is recommended you visit a
NISSAN dealer for servicing.
Ignoring such conditions may
lead to accidents, fire, or electric
shock.
. Park the vehicle in a safe location
and apply the parking brake to
view the images on the front
center display screen.
CAUTION
Do not use the system when the
engine is not running for extended
periods of time to prevent battery
discharge.
Do not attempt to operate the system in
extreme temperature conditions [below
−4°F (−20°C) and above 158°F (70°C)].
Operating this system under these con-
ditions may result in system malfunc-
tions.
NISSANCONNECT® OWNER’S MANUALSAFETY NOTE

4-18Monitor, heater, air conditioner, audio, phone and voice recognition systems
How to park with predictive course
lines
WARNING
.If the tires are replaced with
different sized tires, the predic-
tive course lines may be dis-
played incorrectly.
. On a snow-covered or slippery
road, there may be a difference
between the predictive course
line and the actual course line.
. If the battery is disconnected or
becomes discharged, the predic-
tive course lines may be dis-
played incorrectly. If this occurs,
drive the vehicle on a straight
road for more than 5 minutes.
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1. Visually check that the parking space
is safe before parking your vehicle.
2. The rear view of the vehicle is dis- played on the screen
when the shift
lever is moved to the R (Reverse)
position.
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3. Slowly back up the vehicle adjusting the steering wheel so that the pre-
dictive course lines
enter the park-
ing space.
4. Maneuver the steering wheel to make the vehicle width guide lines
parallel
to the parking spacewhile referring
to the predictive course lines.

5 Starting and driving
Precautions when starting and driving ...................... 5-4Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ................................ 5-4
Three-way catalyst ............................................................... 5-4
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ........... 5-5
Avoiding collision and rollover .................................... 5-8
On-pavement and off-road driving
precautions ........................................................................\
......... 5-9
Off-road recovery .................................................................. 5-9
Rapid air pressure loss ...................................................... 5-9
Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving ..................... 5-10
Driving safety precautions .......................................... 5-10
Push-button ignition switch ............................................. 5-13 Operating range for engine start function ...... 5-13
Push-button ignition switch positions .............. 5-14
Emergency engine shut off ........................................ 5-15
Intelligent Key battery discharge ........................... 5-15
Before starting the engine ................................................. 5-16
Starting the engine .................................................................. 5-16 Remote engine start (if so equipped) ................. 5-17
Driving the vehicle .................................................................... 5-17
Engine protection mode ............................................... 5-17
Automatic transmission ................................................ 5-18 Parking brake ........................................................................\
....... 5-22
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)/Intelligent
Lane Intervention (I-LI) (if so equipped) .................. 5-23
LDW system operation ................................................. 5-24
Turning the LDW system ON/OFF ...................... 5-25
How to enable/disable the LDW system ....... 5-26
I-LI system operation .................................................... 5-26
Turning the I-LI system ON/OFF .......................... 5-27
How to enable/disable the I-LI system .......... 5-28
LDW/I-LI system limitations ..................................... 5-28
System temporarily unavailable ........................... 5-30
System malfunction ....................................................... 5-31
System maintenance .................................................... 5-31
Blind Spot Warning (BSW) (if so equipped) ........... 5-32 BSW system operation ................................................. 5-33
Turning the BSW system ON/OFF ...................... 5-34
How to enable/disable the BSW system ....... 5-34
BSW system limitations ............................................... 5-35
BSW driving situations .................................................. 5-36
System temporarily unavailable ........................... 5-39
System malfunction ....................................................... 5-39
System maintenance .................................................... 5-40

TOW mode ........................................................................\
.......... 5-126
SNOW mode ........................................................................\
....... 5-127
Sonar system (if so equipped) .................................... 5-127Sonar settings ................................................................... 5-128
Sonar indicator ................................................................. 5-129
Power steering ........................................................................\
5-130
Brake system ........................................................................\
.... 5-130 Braking precautions ..................................................... 5-130
Parking brake break-in ............................................... 5-131
Brake assist ........................................................................\
........ 5-131 Brake assist ........................................................................\
. 5-131
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ........................... 5-131 Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system .............. 5-133
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
OFF switch ........................................................................\
. 5-134
Cold weather driving ......................................................... 5-135
Freeing a frozen door lock ................................... 5-135
Antifreeze ........................................................................\
.... 5-135
Battery ........................................................................\
........... 5-135
Draining of coolant water ..................................... 5-135
Tire equipment ............................................................... 5-135
Special winter equipment ..................................... 5-136
Driving on snow or ice ............................................. 5-136
Engine block heater (if so equipped) ........... 5-136