ignition NISSAN CUBE 2009 Owner's Guide

Black plate (95,1)
Model "Z12-D" EDITED: 2009/ 1/ 28
SIC3670
Headlight beam select*1
To select the low beam, put the lever in the
neutral position as shown.
*2
To select the high beam, push the lever
forward while the switch is in theposition. Pull it back to select the low beam.
*3
Pulling the lever toward you will flash the
headlight high beam even when the head-
light switch is in the OFF position.
Battery saver system.When the headlight switch is in the
or
position while the ignition switch is in
the ON position, the lights will automatically
turn off 5 minutes after the ignition switchhas been placed in the OFF position.
.When the headlight switch remains in the
or
position after the lights
automatically turn off, the lights will turn on
when the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position.CAUTION
.When you turn on the headlight
switch again after the lights auto-
matically turn off, the lights will not
turn off automatically. Be sure to
turn the light switch to the OFF
position when you leave the vehicle
for extended periods of time, other-
wise the battery will be discharged.
.Never leave the light switch on
when the engine is not running for
extended periods of time even if the
headlights turn off automatically.Daytime running light system (Canada
only)The daytime running lights automatically illumi-
nate 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 the
position for fullillumination when driving at night.
If the parking brake is applied before the engine
is started, the daytime running lights do not
illuminate. The daytime running lights illuminate
once the parking brake is released. The daytime
running lights will remain on until the ignition
switch is placed in the OFF position.
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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Model "Z12-D" EDITED: 2009/ 1/ 28
SIC4128SIC4129
Instrument brightness controlThe instrument brightness control operates
when the ignition switch is in the ON position.
Push the control knob
*A
to adjust the bright-
ness of the instrument panel lights. The bright-
ness indicator
*B
will be shown briefly in the
vehicle information display when the control is
turned.
When the brightness level reaches the maximum
or minimum, a beep will sound.
SIC3671
TURN SIGNAL SWITCH*1
Turn signal
Move the lever up or down to signal the turning
direction. When the turn is completed, the turn
signals cancel automatically.*2
Lane change signal
To indicate a lane change, move the lever up or
down to the point where lights begin flashing.
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Black plate (97,1)
Model "Z12-D" EDITED: 2009/ 1/ 28
SIC3672
FOG LIGHT SWITCH (if so equipped)To turn the fog lights on, turn the headlight
switch to the
position, then turn the switch
to the
position. To turn them off, turn the
switch to the OFF position.
The headlights must be on for the fog lights to
operate.
SIC2574
Push the switch on to warn other drivers when
you must stop or park under emergency condi-
tions. All turn signal lights will flash.
WARNING
.If stopping for an emergency, be
sure to move the vehicle well off the
road.
.Do not use the hazard warning
flashers while moving on the high-
way unless unusual circumstances
force you to drive so slowly that
your vehicle might become a hazard
to other traffic..Turn signals do not work when the
hazard warning flasher lights are
on.
The flasher can be actuated with the ignition
switch in any position.
Some state laws may prohibit the use of
the hazard warning flasher switch while
driving.HAZARD WARNING FLASHER
SWITCH
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Black plate (98,1)
Model "Z12-D" EDITED: 2009/ 1/ 28
SIC4130
To sound the horn, push the center pad area of
the steering wheel.
WARNING
Do not disassemble the horn. Doing so
could affect proper operation of the
supplemental front air bag system.
Tampering with the supplemental front
air bag system may result in serious
personal injury.
SIC1881
The vehicle should be driven with the Vehicle
Dynamic Control (VDC) system on for most
driving conditions.
If the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, the VDC
system reduces the engine output to reduce
wheel spin. The engine speed will be reduced
even if the accelerator is depressed to the floor.
If maximum engine power is needed to free a
stuck vehicle, turn the VDC system off.
To turn off the VDC system, push the VDC OFF
switch. The
indicator will illuminate.
Push the VDC OFF switch again or restart the
engine to turn on the system. (See “VEHICLE
DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC) SYSTEM” in the
“5. Starting and driving” section.)The digital clock (in the audio unit) displays time
when the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON
position.
The clock ON or OFF mode can be selected.
If the power supply is disconnected, the
clock will not indicate the correct time.
Readjust the time.
HORNVEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC)
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Black plate (106,1)
Model "Z12-D" EDITED: 2009/ 1/ 28
SIC4142
Instrument panel
UTILITY HOOKS (if so equipped)Two removable utility hooks are supplied with
your vehicle. The utility hooks can be attached to
or removed from the holes on the instrument
panel and the rear doors.
CAUTION
Do not apply a total load of more than 3
lb (1.5 kg) to a single hook.
To remove the hook from the hole, pull it straight
up.Do not twist or turn the hooks for
installation or removal.
SIC4143
Rear door
The utility hooks can be attached to the holes as
illustrated.
POWER WINDOWS
WARNING
.Make sure that all passengers have
their hands, etc. inside the vehicle
while it is in motion and before
closing the windows. Use the win-
dow lock switch to prevent unex-
pected use of the power windows.
.Do not leave children unattended
inside the vehicle. They could un-
knowingly activate switches or con-
trols and become trapped in the
window. Unattended children could
become involved in serious acci-
dents.
The power windows operate when the ignition
switch is in the ON position, or for about 45
seconds after the ignition switch is placed in the
OFF position. If the driver’s or front passenger’s
door is opened during this period of about 45
seconds, power to the windows is canceled.WINDOWS
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Black plate (108,1)
Model "Z12-D" EDITED: 2009/ 1/ 28
SIC3509
Automatic operationThe automatic operation is available for the
switch that has an
mark on its surface.
To fully open or close the window, completely
push down or pull up the switch and release it;
the switch need not be held. The window will
automatically open or close all the way. To stop
the window, just push or lift the switch in the
opposite direction.
A light push or pull on the switch will cause the
window to open or close until the switch is
released.
Auto-reverse function
WARNING
There are some small distances imme-
diately before the closed position which
cannot be detected. Make sure that all
passengers have their hands, etc., in-
side the vehicle before closing the
window.
If the control unit detects something caught in
the window as it is closing, the window will be
immediately lowered.
The auto reverse function can be activated when
the window is closed by automatic operation
when the ignition switch is in the ON position or
for 45 seconds after the ignition switch is placed
in the OFF position.
Depending on the environment or driving
conditions, the auto reverse function may
be activated if an impact or load similar to
something being caught in the window
occurs.If the windows do not close automaticallyIf the power window automatic function (closing
only) does not operate properly, perform the
following procedure to initialize the power
window system.1. Place the ignition switch in the ON position.
2. Close the door.
3. Open the window completely by operating
the power window switch.
4. Pull the power window switch and hold it to
close the window, and then hold the switch
more than 3 seconds after the window is
closed completely.
5. Release the power window switch. Operate
the window by the automatic function to
confirm the initialization is complete.
If the power window automatic function does
not operate properly after performing the pro-
cedure above, have your vehicle checked by a
NISSAN dealer.
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Black plate (110,1)
Model "Z12-D" EDITED: 2009/ 1/ 28
the map lights will illuminate under the following
conditions:
.ignition switch is placed in the OFF position
(models with Intelligent Key system)
— remain on for about 15 seconds.
.the key is removed from the ignition switch
(models without Intelligent Key system)
— remain on for about 15 seconds.
.doors are unlocked by pushing the UN-
LOCK
button (on the keyfob or
Intelligent Key) or the request switch (In-
telligent Key system equipped model) , with
the ignition switch in the LOCK position
— remain on for about 15 seconds.
.any door is opened and then closed with the
ignition switch in the LOCK position
— remain on for about 15 seconds.
.any door is opened with the ignition switch
in the ACC or ON position
— remain on while the door is opened.
When the door is closed, the lights go off.
The lights will turn off after 30 minutes
when the lights remain illuminated to
prevent the battery from becoming dis-
charged.
SIC4148
CEILING LIGHTThe ceiling light switch has three positions: ON*1, center
*2
and OFF
*3.
ON positionWhen the switch is in the ON position
*1, the
ceiling light will illuminate.
Center positionWhen the switch is in the center
position
*2, the ceiling light will illuminate under the
following conditions:
.ignition switch is placed in the OFF position
(models with Intelligent Key system)
— remain on for about 15 seconds..the key is removed from the ignition switch
(models without Intelligent Key system)
— remain on for about 15 seconds.
.doors are unlocked by pushing the UN-
LOCK
button (on the keyfob or
Intelligent Key) or the request switch (In-
telligent Key system equipped model) , with
the ignition switch in the LOCK position
— remain on for about 15 seconds.
.any door is opened and then closed with the
ignition switch in the LOCK position
— remain on for about 15 seconds.
.any door is opened with the ignition switch
in the ACC or ON position
— remain on while the door is opened.
When the door is closed, the lights go off.
The light will turn off after 30 minutes
when the lights remain illuminated to
prevent the battery from becoming dis-
charged.
OFF positionWhen the switch is in the OFF position
*3, the
ceiling light will not illuminate, regardless of the
condition.
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Black plate (117,1)
Model "Z12-D" EDITED: 2009/ 1/ 28
SPA2603
LOCKING WITH INSIDE LOCK KNOBTo lock the door without the key, move the inside
lock knob to the lock position
*1
then close the
door.
To unlock, move the inside lock knob to the
unlock position
*2.
When locking the door without a key, be
sure not to leave the key inside the vehicle.
SPA2300
LOCKING WITH POWER DOOR LOCK
SWITCHOperating the power door lock switch will lock
or unlock all the doors. The switches are located
on the driver’s and front passenger’s door
armrests.
To lock the doors, push the power door lock
switch to the lock position
*1
with the driver’s
or front passenger’s door open, then close the
door.
When locking the door this way, be sure
not to leave the key inside the vehicle.
To unlock the doors, push the power door lock
switch to the unlock position*2.
Lockout protectionLockout protection function helps to prevent the
keys from being accidentally locked inside the
vehicle.
For models with Intelligent Key system:
.When the power door lock switch (driver’s
or front passenger’s) is moved to the lock
position with the ignition switch placed in
the ACC or ON position and any door open,
all doors will lock and then unlock auto-
matically.
.When the power door lock switch is moved
to the lock position with the Intelligent Key
left in the vehicle and any door open, all
doors will unlock automatically and a chime
will sound after the door is closed.
For models without Intelligent Key system:
When the power door lock switch is moved to
the lock position with the key in the ignition
switch and any door open, all doors will lock and
then unlock automatically.AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKS.All doors will be locked automatically when
the vehicle speed reaches 15 MPH (24
km/h) .
.All doors will be unlocked automatically
when the ignition switch is placed in the
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Black plate (118,1)
Model "Z12-D" EDITED: 2009/ 1/ 28
OFF position (models with Intelligent Key
system) .
.All doors will be unlocked automatically
when the key is removed from the ignition
switch (models without Intelligent Key sys-
tem) .
The automatic lock and unlock functions
can be deactivated or activated indepen-
dently of each other.
To deactivate or activate the automatic lock or
unlock system, perform the following procedure.
1. Close all doors.
2. Place the ignition switch in the ON position.
3. Do one of the following within 20 seconds of
performing step 2.
.To change AUTO UNLOCK settings:
push and hold the power door lock
switch to the
position (UNLOCK)
for more than 5 seconds.
.To change AUTO LOCK settings: push
and hold the power door lock switch to
the
position (LOCK) for more than
5 seconds.
4. When activated, the hazard indicator will
flash twice. When deactivated, the hazard
indicator will flash once.5. The ignition must be placed in the OFF and
ON position again between each setting
change.
SPA2604
CHILD SAFETY REAR DOOR LOCKChild safety rear door locks help prevent the rear
doors from being opened accidentally, espe-
cially when small children are in the vehicle.
When the levers are in the lock position*1, the rear doors can be opened only
from the outside.
To disengage, move the levers to the unlock
position
*2.
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Black plate (119,1)
Model "Z12-D" EDITED: 2009/ 1/ 28
It is possible to lock/unlock all doors (including
the back door) , and activate the panic alarm by
using the keyfob from outside the vehicle.
Before locking the doors, make sure the
key is not left in the vehicle.
The keyfob can operate at a distance of
approximately 33 ft (10 m) from the vehicle.
(The effective distance depends upon the
conditions around the vehicle.)
As many as 5 keyfobs can be used with one
vehicle. For information concerning the pur-
chase and use of additional keyfobs, contact a
NISSAN dealer.
The keyfob will not function:
.When the keyfob is not within the opera-
tional range.
.When the doors are open or not closed
securely.
.When the key is in the ignition switch.
.When the battery is discharged.
WARNING
The remote keyless entry keyfob trans-
mits radio waves when the buttons are
pushed. The FAA advises that the radio
waves may affect aircraft navigation
and communication systems. Do not
operate the keyfob while on an air-plane. Make sure the buttons are not
operated unintentionally when the unit
is stored during a flight.
CAUTION
The following conditions or occur-
rences will damage the keyfob.
.Do not allow the keyfob to become
wet.
.Do not drop the keyfob.
.Do not strike the keyfob sharply
against another object.
.Do not place the keyfob for an
extended period in an area where
temperatures exceed 1408F (608C) .
If a keyfob is lost or stolen, NISSAN
recommends erasing the ID code of that
keyfob. This will prevent the keyfob
from unauthorized use to unlock the
vehicle. For information regarding the
erasing procedure, please contact a
NISSAN dealer.
If the indicator light on the keyfob does not
illuminate when pushing the buttons, the keyfob
battery may be discharged.
For information regarding the replacement of abattery, see “KEY BATTERY REPLACEMENT”
in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself”
section.
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM
(if so equipped)
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