battery NISSAN KICKS 2023 User Guide

NOTE:
If “Alert Only ” setting is selected, the
message alert will still be shown in the
vehicle information display but the horn
will not sound.
WARNING
• If the driver selects “Disable Alert”, no
audible alert will be provided regard-
less of rear door open/close status.
• There may be times when there is an
object or passenger in the rear
seat(s) but the audible alert does not
sound. For example, if rear seat pas-
sengers enter or exit the vehicle dur-
ing a trip.
• The system does not directly detect
objects or passengers in the rear
seat(s). Instead, it can detect when a
rear door is opened and closed, indi-
cating that there may be something
in the rear seat(s).
NOTE:
There may be times when the horn
sounds but there are no objects or pas-
sengers in the rear seat(s).
For additional information, see “Rear Door
Alert is activated” (P. 2-32).
12V OUTLET
The power outlet is for powering electrical
accessories such as cellular telephones.
It is rated at 12 volt, 120W (10A) maximum.
The front console power outlet is powered
only when the ignition switch is in the ON
position, or while the accessory power is
active.
NOTE:
• When the ignition is in the OFF position,
the front console power outlet stops
delivering power one minute af ter the
door is opened and stays open. • If the door remains closed af ter the ig-
nition is placed in the OFF position, the
front console power outlet continues
to deliver power until the accessory
power timer has elapsed.
CAUTION
• The outlet and plug may be hot dur-
ing or immediately af ter use.
• Only certain power outlets are de-
signed for use with a cigarette lighter
unit. Do not use any other power out-
let for an accessory lighter. It is rec-
ommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for additional information.
• Do not use with accessories that ex-
ceed a 12 volt, 120W (10A) power draw.
• Do not use double adapters or more
than one electrical accessory.
• Use power outlets with the engine
running to avoid discharging the ve-
hicle battery.
• Avoid using power outlets when the
air conditioner, headlights or rear
window defroster is on.
• Before inserting or disconnecting a
plug, be sure the electrical accessory
being used is turned off.
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Instrument Panel
POWER OUTLETS
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Automatic operation
To fully open a window equipped with au-
tomatic operation, push the window
switch down to the second detent and re-
lease it; it need not be held. The window
automatically opens all the way. To stop
the window, lif t the switch up while the win-
dow is opening.
If so equipped, it may be possible to fully
close a window equipped with automatic
operation, pull the switch up to the second
detent and release it; it need not be held. To
stop the window, push the switch down
while the window is closing.
Auto-reverse function
The auto-reverse function can be acti-
vated when a window is closed by auto-
matic operation.
Depending on the environment or driv-
ing conditions, the auto-reverse func-
tion may be activated if an impact or
load similar to something being caught
in the window occurs.
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., inside the vehicle before closing
the window.
If the vehicle's battery is disconnected, re-
placed, or jump started, the power window
auto-reverse function may not operate
properly. Have the power window auto-
reverse system re-initialized. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
this service.
If the control unit detects something
caught in a window equipped with auto-
matic operation as it is closing, the window
will be immediately lowered.
When power window switch does
not operate
If the power window automatic function
(closing only) does not operate properly,
perform the following procedure to initial-
ize the power window system:
1. Place the ignition switch in the ON position.
2. Open the window more than half way by operating the power window switch.
3. Pull the power window switch and hold it to close the window, and then hold the
switch more than 3 seconds af ter the
window is closed.
4. Release the power window switch. Op- erate the window by the automatic
function to confirm the initialization is
complete. The power window automati-
cally opens or closes depending on if
the automatic down or up function is
selected.
5. Perform steps 2 through 4 above for other windows.
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If the power window function does not op-
erate properly af ter performing the above
procedure have the system checked and
repaired. It is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN dealer for this service.The interior light has a three-position
switch and operates regardless of ignition
switch position.
When the switch is in the ON position
O3,
the interior lights illuminate, regardless of
door position. The lights will go off af ter a
period of time unless the ignition switch is
placed in the ON position.
When the switch is in the
O2position, the
interior lights will stay on for a period of
time when: • The doors are unlocked by the key or the
power door lock switch while all doors are
closed and the ignition switch is placed in
the OFF position.
• The driver’s door is opened and then closed while the ignition switch is placed
in the OFF position.
• The ignition switch is placed in the OFF position while all doors are closed.
The light will turn off while the timer is acti-
vated when:
• The driver’s door is locked by the key, or the power door lock switch.
• The ignition switch is placed in the ON position.
When the switch is in the OFF position
O1,
the interior lights do not illuminate, regard-
less of door position.
The lights will turn off automatically af ter a
period of time while doors are open to pre-
vent the battery from becoming discharged.
CAUTION
Do not use for extended periods of time
with the engine stopped. This could re-
sult in a discharged battery.
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INTERIOR LIGHTS
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MAP LIGHTS
To turn the map lights on, push the switch
to the
O1position. To turn them off, push
the switch to the
O2position.
CAUTION
Do not use for extended periods of time
with the engine stopped. This could re-
sult in a discharged battery.
PERSONAL LIGHT
The personal light has a three-position
switch and operates regardless of ignition
switch position.
When the switch is in the ON position
O1,
the light illuminates, regardless of door
position.
When the switch is in the DOOR position
O2,
the light illuminates by opening a door. The personal light will stay on for about
15 seconds when:
• The doors are unlocked while the ignition
switch is placed in the OFF position and
all doors are closed.
• The driver's door is opened and then closed while the ignition switch is placed
in the OFF position.
• The ignition switch is placed in the OFF position while all doors are closed.
The personal light will turn off while the
15 second timer is activated when:
• The driver's door is locked by the key fob, a key or the lock-unlock switch.
• The ignition switch is placed in the ON position.
When the switch is in the OFF position
O3,
the light does not illuminate, regardless of
door position.
Some vehicles are equipped with a battery
saver feature that will automatically turn
off the interior lights af ter approximately
10 minutes if:
• doors are open, or
• the interior light switch is in the ON position.
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Center personal light
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NOTE:
If the interior lights are turned off auto-
matically by the battery saver feature,
the ignition switch must be placed in the
ON position before the interior lights will
illuminate again.
For information regarding the interior light
bulb replacement, see “Exterior and interior
lights” (P. 8-26).
CAUTION
Do not use for extended periods of time
with the engine stopped. This could re-
sult in a discharged battery.
LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT LIGHT
The light illuminates when the rear hatch is
opened. When the rear hatch is closed, the
light goes off. For additional information,
see “Exterior and interior lights” (P. 8-26).
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In such cases, correct the operating condi-
tions before using the Intelligent Key func-
tion or use the mechanical key.
Although the life of the battery varies de-
pending on the operating conditions, the
battery’s life is approximately two years. If
the battery is discharged, replace it with a
new one.
When the Intelligent Key battery is low, the
NISSAN Intelligent Key® warning light (if so
equipped) will blink green for about 30 sec-
onds af ter the ignition switch is placed in
the ON position.
Since the Intelligent Key is continuously re-
ceiving radio waves, if the key is lef t near
equipment which transmits strong radio
waves, such as signals from a TV and per-
sonal computer, the battery life may be-
come shorter.
When the battery is discharged, firmly ap-
ply the foot brake and touch the ignition
switch with the Intelligent Key. Then push
the ignition switch while depressing the
brake pedal within 10 seconds af ter the
chime sound. For additional information,
see “Push-button ignition switch” (P. 5-11).
For additional information, see “Battery re-
placement” (P. 8-22).As many as four Intelligent Keys can be
registered and used with one vehicle. For
information about the purchase and use of
additional Intelligent Keys, it is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer.
OPERATING RANGE
The Intelligent Key functions can only be
used when the Intelligent Key is within the
specified operating range from the request
switch (if so equipped)
O1.
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When the Intelligent Key battery is dis-
charged or strong radio waves are present
near the operating location, the Intelligent
Key operating range becomes narrower,
and the Intelligent Key may not function
properly.
The operating range is within 31.5 in (80 cm)
from each request switch (if so equipped)
O1.
If the Intelligent Key is too close to the door
glass, handle or rear bumper, the request
switches (if so equipped) may not function.
When the Intelligent Key is within the oper-
ating range, it is possible for anyone, even
someone who does not carry the Intelli-
gent Key, to push the request switch (if so
equipped) to lock/unlock the doors.
DOOR LOCKS/UNLOCKS
PRECAUTION
• Do not push the door handle request switch (if so equipped) with the Intelligent
Key held in your hand as illustrated. The
close distance to the door handle will
cause the Intelligent Key system to have
difficulty recognizing that the Intelligent
Key is outside the vehicle.
• Af ter locking with the door handle re- quest switch (if so equipped), verif y the
doors are securely locked by testing
them. • To prevent the Intelligent Key from being
lef t inside the vehicle, make sure you
carry the Intelligent Key with you and then
lock the doors.
• Do not pull the door handle before push- ing the door handle request switch (if so
equipped). The door will be unlocked but
will not open. Release the door handle
once and pull it again to open the door.
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All doors and the lif tgate will be locked au-
tomatically unless one of the following
operations is performed within 60 seconds
af ter pushing the request switch (if so
equipped).
• Opening any doors or the lif tgate.
• Pushing the ignition switch.
Using the interior lights
The interior lights illuminate for a period of
time when a door is unlocked and the inte-
rior light switch is in the DOOR position.
The lights can be turned off without wait-
ing by performing one of the following
operations:
• Placing the ignition switch in the ONposition.
• Locking the doors with the Intelligent Key.
• Switching the interior lights switch to the OFF position.
For additional information, see “Interior
lights” (P. 2-74).
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE
KEYLESS ENTRY FUNCTION
The remote keyless entry function can
operate all door locks using the remote
keyless function of the Intelligent Key. The
remote keyless function can operate at a
distance of 10 m (33 f t) away from the ve-
hicle. The operating distance depends
upon the conditions around the vehicle.
The remote keyless entry function will not
function under the following conditions:
• When the Intelligent Key is not within the operational range.
• When the doors or the rear lif tgate are open or not closed securely.
• When the Intelligent Key battery is discharged.
CAUTION
When locking the doors using the Intel-
ligent Key, be sure not to leave the key
in the vehicle.
Type A (if so equipped)
1.(lock) button
2.
(unlock) button
3.
(panic) button
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Intelligent Key button operation
light
The light blinks only when you press any
button on the Intelligent Key. The light illu-
mination only signifies that the key fob has
transmitted a signal. You may look and/or
listen to verif y that the vehicle has per-
formed the intended operation.If the light does not blink, your battery may
be too weak to communicate to the ve-
hicle. If this occurs, the battery may need to
be replaced. For additional information re-
garding the replacement of a battery, see
“Battery replacement” (P. 8-22).
WARNING SIGNALS
To help prevent the vehicle from moving
unexpectedly by erroneous operation of
the Intelligent Key or to help prevent the
vehicle from being stolen, a chime or
buzzer sounds from inside and outside the
vehicle and a warning is displayed in the
instrument panel.
When a chime or beep sounds or a warning
is displayed, be sure to check the vehicle
and the Intelligent Key.
For additional information, see “Trouble-
shooting guide” (P. 3-15) and “Vehicle infor-
mation display” (P. 2-24).
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Verif y the location of all Intelligent Keys that
are programmed for the vehicle. If another
Intelligent Key is in range or inside the
vehicle, the vehicle system may respond
differently than expected.
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SymptomPossible CauseRemedy
When pushing the ignition switch to
start the engine The Key Battery Low warning appears
on the display. The battery charge is low.
Replace the battery with a new one.
For additional information, see “Battery
replacement” (P. 8-22).
The No Key Detected warning appears
on the display, the outside chime
sounds three times and the inside
warning chime sounds for approxi-
mately 3 seconds. The Intelligent Key is not in the vehicle. Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
The I-Key System Error: See Owner’s
Manual warning appears in the vehicle
information display (if so equipped). It warns of a malfunction with the Intel-
ligent Key system.
It is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN dealer.
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