traction control NISSAN NOTE 2006 Owners Manual

Diesel particulate filter warning
light (where fitted)
When the warning light illuminates, it indicates that
particulate matter has accumulated to the specified
amount of the limit in the diesel particulate filter.
Drive the vehicle at more than approximately 60 km/h
(37.5 MPH) as soon as safely possible until the
warning light turns off. Always conform to local regu-
lations. Particulate matter collected in the filter can-
not be burned under low speed driving conditions.
After having burned the particulate matter com-
pletely, the warning light will turn off.
See “Diesel particulate filter (where fitted)” in the
“5. Starting and driving” section for further details.
Glow plug indicator light (Diesel
engine)
This light comes on when the ignition switch is in the
ON position, and goes out when the glow plugs
have been pre-heated. When the engine is cold, the
glow plug warm-up time will be longer.
CAUTION
If the light remains on, this may indicate a prob-
lem in the glow system. Have the system checked
at a NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop.
Overdrive off indicator light
(automatic transmission)
The overdrive off indicator light illuminates when the
overdrive is turned OFF. See “Driving with auto-
matic transmission” in the “5. Starting and driving”
section.If the vehicle is driven under extreme conditions,
such as excessive wheel spinning and subse-
quent hard braking, the Fail-safe system may be
activated. This will occur even if all electrical cir-
cuits are functioning properly. In this case, turn
the ignition key to the “OFF” position and wait for
3 seconds. Then turn the key back to the ON
position. The vehicle should return to its normal
operating condition. If it does not return to its
normal operating condition have a NISSAN dealer
or qualified workshop check the transmission
and repair if necessary.
Rear fog light indicator light
The light comes on when the rear fog light switch is
turned on.
SLIP indicator light
(where fitted)
This indicator will blink when the ESP system is
operating, thus alerting the driver to the fact that the
road surface is slippery and the vehicle is nearing its
traction limits.
You may feel or hear the system working, this is nor-
mal.
The light will blink for a few seconds after the ESP
system stops limiting wheel spin.
The
indicator light also comes on when you
turn the ignition switch to the ON position. The light
will turn off after approximately 2 seconds if the sys-tem is operational. If the light does not come on
have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer or
qualified workshop.
Front fog light indicator light
(where fitted)
The light comes on when the front fog lights are
switched on.
Side light and headlight indicator
light
The side light and headlight indicator light illumi-
nates when the side light or headlight position is
selected. See “Headlight and turn signal switch”
later in this section for further details.
Turn signal/hazard indicator
lights
The light flashes when the turn signal switch lever or
hazard switch is turned on.
High beam indicator light
This light comes on when the headlight high beam
is on, and goes out when the low beam is selected.
AUDIBLE REMINDERS
Light reminder chime
A chime will sound when the driver’s side door is
opened if the headlight switch is turned on (ignition
switch in the “OFF” or LOCK position). Turn the
headlight switch to OFF or AUTO (where fitted),
2-12Instruments and controls

Normal operation
The ABS will not initiate at speeds below 5 to 10
km/h (3 to 6 MPH). The speeds will vary according
to road conditions.
When the ABS senses that one or more wheels are
close to locking up, the actuator rapidly applies and
releases hydraulic pressure. This action is similar to
pumping the brakes very quickly. You may feel a
pulsation in the brake pedal and hear a noise from
the actuator under the bonnet when it is operating.
This is normal and indicates that the ABS is working
properly. However, the pulsation may indicate that
road conditions are hazardous and extra care is re-
quired while driving.When accelerating, driving on slippery surfaces or
suddenly avoiding obstacles on roads, the vehicle
might swerve or slip. The Electronic Stability Pro-
gramme (ESP) system continuously monitors and
compares the driver’s intended speed and the travel
direction. The system adjusts wheel brake pressure
and engine torque to assist in improving vehicle sta-
bility.
•When the ESP system is operating, the “SLIP”
indicator light () in the combination meter
blinks.
•When only the traction control (TCS) system in
the ESP system is operating, the “SLIP” indica-
tor light (
) in the combination meter will also
blink.
•If the “SLIP” indicator light () blinks, the
road conditions are slippery. Be sure to drive
carefully. See “Warning/indicator lights and au-
dible reminders” in the “2. Instruments and
controls” section.
•Indicator light
If a malfunction occurs in the system, the “SLIP”
indicator light (
) and the ESP indicator light
() come on in the combination meter.
As long as these indicator lights are on, the trac-
tion control function is cancelled.
The ESP system uses Active Brake Limited Slip
(ABLS) system to improve vehicle traction. The Ac-
tive Brake Limited Slip (ABLS) system works when
one of the driving wheels is spinning on a slipperysurface. The Active Brake Limited Slip (ABLS) sys-
tem, brakes the spinning wheel to distribute the driv-
ing power to the other driving wheel.
If the vehicle is operated with the ESP system turned
off, all ESP and TCS functions will be turned off.
The Active Brake Limited Slip (ABLS) system and
ABS will still operate with the ESP system off. If the
Active Brake Limited Slip (ABLS) system or the ABS
is activated, the “SLIP” indicator light (
) will
blink and you may hear a clunk noise and/or feel a
pulsation in the brake pedal. This is normal and does
not indicate a malfunction.
While the ESP system is operating, you may feel a
pulsation in the brake pedal and hear a noise or
vibration from under the bonnet. This is normal and
indicates that the ESP system is working properly.
The ESP computer has a built in diagnostic feature
that tests the system each time the engine is started
and the vehicle moves forwards or reverses at a
slow speed. When the self-test occurs, you may
hear a clunk noise and/or feel a pulsation in the
brake pedal. This is normal and is not an indication
of a malfunction.
WARNING
•The ESP system is designed to help improve
driving stability but does not prevent accidents
caused by abrupt steering operation at high
speeds, or careless or dangerous driving
techniques. Reduce vehicle speed and be es-
pecially careful when driving and cornering on
slippery surfaces. Always drive carefully.
ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAMME (ESP) SYSTEM (where fitted)
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