warning NISSAN NOTE 2012 Owner's Guide

in a safe area, stop the engineimmediatelyand call
a NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop.
CAUTION
•Running the engine with the engine oil pres-
sure warning light on could cause serious
damage to the engine.
•The engine oil pressure warning light is not
designed to indicate a low oil level. Use the
dipstick to check the oil level.
See “Engine oil level information (where fitted)” ear-
lier in this section and “Engine oil” in the “8. Mainte-
nance and do-it-yourself” section for further details
on engine oil level.
Malfunction indicator/warning
(light)
Malfunction indicator (MI) (light) (orange):
When the ignition switch is turned to the ON posi-
tion, the MI light illuminates. This means the system
is operational.
If the Malfunction Indicator comes on steady or
blinks (where fitted) while the engine is running, it
may indicate an engine control system malfunction.
Malfunction indicator on steady:
An engine control system malfunction has been de-
tected. Have the vehicle inspected by a NISSAN
dealer or qualified workshop. You do not need to
have your vehicle towed to the dealer.
Malfunction indicator blinking (where fitted):An engine misfire has been detected which may
damage the engine control system.
To reduce or avoid engine control system damage:
•Do not drive at speeds above 70 km/h (43
MPH).
•Avoid hard acceleration or deceleration.
•Avoid steep uphill grades.
•If possible, reduce the load being carried or
towed.
The MI may stop blinking and come on steady.
Have the vehicle inspected by a NISSAN dealer
or qualified workshop. You do not need to have
your vehicle towed to the dealer.
CAUTION
Continued vehicle operation without having the
engine control system checked and repaired as
necessary could lead to poor driveability,
reduced fuel economy, and possible damage to
the engine control system, which may affect your
warranty coverage.
Incorrect setting of the engine control system may
lead to non-compliance of local and national emis-
sion laws and regulations.
Malfunction warning (light) (red) (where fitted):
When the ignition switch is turned to the ON posi-
tion, the malfunction warning light illuminates. This
means the system is operational.If the Malfunction warning comes on steady while
the engine is running, it may indicate an engine con-
trol system malfunction.
Have the vehicle inspected by a NISSAN dealer or
qualified workshop. You do not need to have your
vehicle towed to the dealer.
CAUTION
Continued vehicle operation without having the
engine control system checked and repaired as
necessary could lead to poor driveability,
reduced fuel economy, and possible damage to
the engine control system, which may affect your
warranty coverage.
Water in fuel filter warning light (Diesel engine)
(red) (where fitted):
If the warning light remains on or flashes irregularly
while the engine is running, there may be water in
the fuel filter. Should this happen, have the system
inspected by a NISSAN dealer or qualified work-
shop as soon as possible.
CAUTION
Failure to drain the water from the fuel filter can
cause serious damage to the engine. Contact a
NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop as soon as
possible.
Electrically Power Assisted
Steering (EPAS) warning light
When the ignition switch is turned to the ON posi-
tion, the EPAS warning light illuminates. This means
the system is operational.
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If the warning light remains illuminated after the en-
gine has been started, there will be no power steer-
ing assistance: the vehicle may be driven using the
mechanical steering system although it is not rec-
ommended as the effort to turn the steering wheel
will be significantly increased compared to normal
operation.
WARNING
•If the EPAS warning light illuminates while
driving, stop as soon as safely possible.
•In certain circumstances, factors external to
the EPAS system may contribute to the illumi-
nation of the warning light. If the warning light
illuminates, stop the vehicle as soon as safely
possible if driving, turn the ignition switch to
the “OFF” position for approximately 20 sec-
onds, then turn the ignition switch to the ON
position again. If the light remains illuminated,
we recommend you to contact a NISSAN
dealer or qualified workshop.
See “Power steering system” in the “5. Starting and
driving” section for further details on the EPAS sys-
tem.
Ignition knob warning light
(Intelligent Key system only)
When the ignition knob is turned to the ON position,
the ignition knob warning light illuminates for a few
seconds and then goes off. This means the system
is operational.The ignition knob warning light warns the driver of
the ignition knob position.
MT models:
The warning light blinks and the buzzer sounds twice
when the ignition knob is turned to the “OFF” posi-
tion. Depress the ignition PUSH release button, then
turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position.
AT models:
The warning light blinks and the buzzer sounds twice
when the ignition knob is turned to the “OFF” posi-
tion. Make sure the selector lever is in the P (Park)
position, then turn the ignition switch to the LOCK
position.
See “Ignition knob (where fitted)” in the “5. Starting
and driving” section for further details.
CAUTION
•The steering wheel can only be locked when
the ignition knob is in the LOCK position. Make
sure the ignition knob is in the LOCK position
before leaving the vehicle.
•The emergency key can only be removed at
the LOCK position. Make sure the ignition
knob is in the LOCK position before removing
the emergency key.
•If the ignition knob warning light comes on
while driving, contact a NISSAN dealer or
qualified workshop for repair.
NATS security indicator light
This light blinks whenever the ignition switch is in
the LOCK or Acc position. This function indicates
that your vehicle is equipped with NISSAN Anti-
Theft System (NATS)*.
If NISSAN Anti-Theft System (NATS)* is malfunc-
tioning, this light will remain on while the ignition
switch is in the ON position.
For additional information, see “NISSAN Anti-Theft
System (NATS)” later in this section.
* Immobilizer
Seat belt warning light and
chime
The light reminds the driver to fasten his/her seat
belt. The light comes on whenever the ignition switch
is turned to the ON position. It goes out whenever
the front seat belt is securely fastened. The chime
will sound unless the front seat belt is securely fas-
tened when the vehicle speed exceeds 25 km/h (15
MPH). The chime will stop after approximately 90
seconds.
NOTE
The front passenger seat belt warning light
comes on the centre console. See “Seat belt
warning lights” in the “1. Safety — seats, seat
belts and supplemental restraint system” section.
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Intelligent Key indicator light and
Intelligent Key warning light
(Intelligent Key system only)
Intelligent Key indicator light (green):
The Intelligent Key indicator light comes on when
the ignition knob is pushed in the LOCK position
while the brake pedal is depressed and the Intelli-
gent Key is in the vehicle. The Intelligent Key indica-
tor light goes out when the ignition switch is turned
to the Acc position.
NOTE
•The Intelligent Key indicator light may start
flashing when the ignition knob is turned from
the “OFF” position to the ON position if the
control unit detects a low battery voltage.
•The Intelligent Key indicator light comes on
as confirmation flash for anti-hijack mode set-
ting procedure. See “Integrated keyfob/re-
mote control system” in the “3. Pre-driving
checks and adjustments” section.
Intelligent Key warning light (red):
When the ignition knob is turned to the ON position,
the Intelligent Key warning light illuminates for a few
seconds and then goes off. This means the system
is operational.
NOTE
•If the Intelligent Key is taken outside of the
vehicle ID recognition zone through an
opened door (driver’s side door, passenger’s
side door, back door) while the ignition knobis in the Acc or ON position, the Intelligent
Key warning light starts flashing and the
buzzer sounds, warning the driver of the situ-
ation. The Intelligent Key warning light will
stop flashing as soon as the Intelligent Key is
placed again in the passenger’s compart-
ment.
•The Intelligent Key warning light comes on as
confirmation flash for convenience mode set-
ting procedure. See “Integrated keyfob/re-
mote control system” in the “3. Pre-driving
checks and adjustments” section.
WARNING
If the Intelligent Key warning light comes on
steady, it may indicate a system malfunction, we
recommend you to contact a NISSAN dealer or
qualified workshop for repair.
See “Ignition knob (where fitted)” in the “5. Starting
and driving” section for further details.
Anti-lock Braking System
warning light
After turning the ignition key to the ON position, the
light will illuminate. The Anti-lock Braking System
warning light will turn off after approximately 1 sec-
ond if the system is operational.
If the light comes on while the engine is running, it
may indicate something is wrong with the anti-lock
portion of the braking system. Have the system
checked by a NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop.Anti-lock Braking System:
The Anti-lock Braking System controls the wheels
so that they will not lock when braking abruptly or
when braking on a slippery road. This will prevent
difficult steering operation and swerving due to
locked wheels.
If an abnormality occurs in the system, the anti-lock
function will cease but the ordinary brakes will con-
tinue to operate normally.
CAUTION
If the light comes on while you are driving, con-
tact a NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop for
repair.
INDICATOR LIGHTS
Electronic Stability Programme
(ESP) OFF indicator light
(where fitted)
The light comes on when the Electronic Stability
Programme (ESP) OFF switch is pushed to the OFF
position. This indicates the Electronic Stability Pro-
gramme is not operating.
Push the Electronic Stability Programme OFF
switch again or restart the engine and the system
will operate normally. See “Electronic Stability Pro-
gramme (ESP) system (where fitted)” in the
“5. Starting and driving” section.
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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),
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when you leave the vehicle. See “Headlight and turn
signal switch” later in this section for further details
on the lighting operation.
Key reminder chime
The chime will sound if the driver’s side door is
opened while the key is left in the ignition switch and
an attempt is made to set the power door lock switch
to the LOCK position.
The chime will sound if the driver’s door is opened
while the Intelligent Key (where fitted) is left inside
the vehicle and the ignition knob is not in the LOCK
position.
Remove the key or Intelligent Key and take it with
you when leaving the vehicle.
Handbrake reminder buzzer
(where fitted)
The buzzer will sound if the vehicle is driven and the
handbrake has not previously been released.
First release the handbrake, then start driving.
See “Handbrake lever” in the “3. Pre-driving checks
and adjustments” section for further operating infor-
mation.
Trailer direction indicator buzzer
The electrical system of the vehicle will detect an
additional electrical load of the trailer lighting when
towing a trailer and the turn signal switch is used.
As a result, the direction indicator tone will be differ-
entFor additional information, see “Trailer towing” in
the “5. Starting and driving” section.
WINDSCREEN WIPER AND WASHER
SWITCH
WARNING
In freezing temperatures the washer fluid may
freeze on the windscreen and obscure your vi-
sion. Warm the windscreen with the defroster
before you wash it.
CAUTION
•Do not open/release the bonnet when the
front wiper arms are raised from their original
position.
•Do not operate the washer continuously for
more than 15 seconds.
•Do not operate the washer if the reservoir
tank is empty or frozen.
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WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH
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WARNING
In freezing temperatures the washer solution
may freeze on the rear window and obscure your
vision. Warm the rear window with the rear win-
dow defogger before you wash the rear window.
NOTE
When the windscreen wiper switch is in the inter-
mittent, low or high speed position and the vehi-
cle’s gear lever is set in Reverse, the rear window
wiper comes on (where fitted).REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER
A.Models with automatic air conditioner
B.Models with manual air conditioner
To defog/defrost the rear window glass, start the
engine and push the switch in. The indicator light
will come on. Push the switch again to turn the
defogger off.
The defogger will turn off automatically after ap-
proximately 15 minutes — if the rear window clears
before this time, push the switch again to turn the
defogger off.
CAUTION
When cleaning the inner side of the rear window,
be careful not to scratch or damage the electri-
cal conductors.
OUTSIDE MIRROR DEFOGGER
(where fitted)
The outside rear-view mirrors will be defogged when
the defogger switch is activated.
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DEFOGGER SWITCH
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ward you once will activate the headlight for ap-
proximately 30 seconds. After that period of time, it
will automatically switch off.
It is possible to pull the headlight switch up to four
times to increase the lighting period up to 2 minutes.
NOTE
The “Friendly Lighting” function can be cancelled
by switching the ignition switch to the Acc or ON
position again.
Battery save function
The battery save feature prevents your vehicle from
discharging the battery after you have left the exter-
nal lights, map lamps or room lamps on (combina-
tion switch in the
orposition) when exiting
the vehicle. This occurs when the ignition switch or
ignition knob is in the “OFF” or LOCK position.
NOTE
The next time the engine is started the external
lights, map lamps or room lamp will come on
again
Battery save function for external lights:
If the ignition switch is turned to the “OFF” position
but the external lights are accidentally left on, the
external lights will automatically be switched off as
soon as the driver’s door is opened.
It is possible to leave the external lights on perma-
nently by switching them back on using the head-
light switch while the ignition switch is still in theLOCK or “OFF” position. In this case, the light re-
minder chime will sound when the driver’s door is
opened.
Battery save function for interior light:
The interior light will automatically be switched off
after approximately 15 minutes if it has been acci-
dentally left on.
TURN SIGNAL SWITCH
Lane change signal
To signal a lane change, move the lever up or downj1 to the point where lights begin flashing.
Direction indicator
Move the lever up or downj2 to indicate right or
left. When the turn is completed, the turn signal is
automatically cancelled.
FRONT FOG LIGHT (where fitted)
The front fog lights should only be used when visibil-
ity is seriously reduced – generally, to less than 100
m (328 ft).
Turn the headlight switch to the
orposi-
tion and turn the fog light switch to thepositionj1 . The front fog lights and indicator light will come
on. For additional information, see “Warning/indica-
tor lights and audible reminders” earlier in this sec-
tion.
To turn the front fog lights off, turn the fog light
switch to the OFF position.NIC1071Z
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FOG LIGHT SWITCH
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A.Type A
B.Type B
REAR FOG LIGHT SWITCH
The rear fog light should be used only when visibility
is seriously reduced – generally, to less than 100 m
(328 ft).Turn the headlight switch to the
orposi-
tion.
TypejA
Turn the switch to thepositionj1 . The rear fog
light and the rear fog indicator light will come on.
For additional information, see “Warning/indicator
lights and audible reminders” earlier in this section.
Note that the fog light switch will return to the
position after you have activated theposition.
To turn the rear fog light off, switch to the
posi-
tionj1 again. The rear fog light indicator light will
switch OFF.
TypejB (where fitted)
Turn the switch to thepositionj2 . The rear
fog light will come on with the front fog lights (both
fog light indicators will come on). Note that the fog
light switch will return to the
positionj1 after
you have activated theposition.
To turn the rear fog light off, switch to the
positionj2 again. The rear fog light indicator will
switch off. For additional information, see “Warn-
ing/indicator lights and audible reminders” earlier in
this section.
When the headlight switch is turned to the OFF
position, the rear fog light switches off.
HEADLIGHT AIMING CONTROL
SWITCH
Note that the above illustration is for LHD models.
Depending on the number of occupants in the ve-
hicle and the load it is carrying, the headlight axis
may be higher than desired. If the vehicle is travel-
ling on a hilly road, the headlights may directly hit the
rear-view mirror of the vehicle ahead or the wind-
screen of an oncoming vehicle. The light axis can be
lowered using the switch located on the driver’s
side of the instrument panel, next to the steering
wheel.
The higher the number designated on the switch,
the lower the axis.
When travelling with no heavy load on a flat road,
select position 0.
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HEADLIGHT AIMING CONTROL
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Push the switch on to warn other drivers when you
must stop or park under emergency conditions. All
direction indicator lights will flash.
The flasher can be actuated with the ignition switch
either in the “OFF” or ON position.To sound the horn, push the centre pad areaj1of
the steering wheel.The front seats are warmed by built-in heaters.
The switches are located on the centre console and
can be operated independently from each other (
jA
for the left-hand side seat,jB for the right-hand side
seat).
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
NOTE
The seat heater can only be activated when
the ignition switch is in the ON position.
2. Start the engine.
3. Push the
(Low/j1)or(High/j2)po-
sition of the switch, as desired, depending on the
temperature. The indicator light
j3 in the switch
will illuminate.
4. The seat heater is controlled by a thermostat,
automatically turning the heater on and off. The
indicator light
j2 will remain on as long as the
switch is on.
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HAZARD WARNING FLASHER
SWITCHHORN SEAT HEATING (where fitted)
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•Before inserting or disconnecting a plug, be
sure to turn off the power switch of the elec-
trical accessory being used or the Acc power
of the vehicle.
•Fully push the plug in. If insufficient contact is
made, the plug may overheat or the respec-
tive fuse may blow.
WARNING
Take care as the power outlet and plug may be
hot during or immediately after use.
GLOVE BOX
WARNING
•The glove box storage should not be used
while driving so that full attention may be given
to the driving operation.
•Keep the glove box lid closed while driving to
prevent injury in an accident or a sudden stop.
The under side storage pocket
jA provides an eas-
ily accessible storage space. To access the glove
box, press the lock release button
j1.
Glove box air flow control dial
(where fitted)
CAUTION
•Do not put any objects that can melt in the
glove box compartment as it may damage the
compartment inner side.
•Do not leave any plastic objects in the glove
box compartment. They may be deformed.
•Do not put jewellery such as rings, earrings,
etc. in the glove box compartment, as the heat
may deform them.
The glove box compartment provides an adjustable
air flow control dial in order to keep beverages
chilled or warm. Turn the vent anticlockwise
j2to
provide full heating/cooling and turn clockwisej1
to close the outlet. The heating/cooling function set-
ting is monitored by the heater and air conditioning
control panel. See “Heater and air conditioner
operation” in the “4. Heater and air conditioner, and
audio system” section for further details on passen-
ger compartment air control setting.
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Glove box compartment
STORAGE
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