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1. Front view camera (if so equipped)(P. 4-39)
2. Engine hood (P. 3-22)
3. Windshield wiper and washer switch,
wiper blades (P. 2-29, 8-19)
4. Windshield-washer fluid (P. 8-19)
5. Compass display (if so equipped)
(P. 2-6)
6. Power windows (P. 2-51)
7. Door locks, NISSAN Intelligent Key®,
Remote Engine Start (if so equipped) ,
keys (P. 3-5, 3-2, 3-20 , 3-2)
8. Mirrors (P. 3-32)
9. Side view camera (if so equipped)
(P. 4-39)
10. Tire pressure monitoring system
(if so equipped) (P. 8-30)
11. Flat tire (P. 6-3)
12. Tire chains (P. 8-37)
13. Fog light switch (if so equipped)
(P. 2-36)
14. Replacing bulbs (P. 8-26)
15. Headlight and turn signal switch
(P. 2-32)
See the page number indicated in paren-
theses for operating details.
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EXTERIOR FRONT
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operation is performed once. From the Vehicle
Settings menu, select “Selective Unlock”. Use
the ENTER button to activate this function.
Auto Door Unlock
The auto door unlock function automatically un-
locks all the doors when the shift selector lever is
placed in the P (Park) position. From the Vehicle
Settings menu, select “Auto Door Unlock”. Use
the ENTER button to enable/disable this func-
tion.
Answer back horn
When the answer back horn is on the horn will
chirp and the hazard indicators will flash once
when locking the vehicle with the Intelligent Key.
Remote Start (if so equipped)
The remote start function can be turned on or off.
If the setting is OFF the vehicle cannot be started
using the intelligent key. From the Vehicle Set-
tings menu, select “Remote Start”. Use the EN-
TER button to enable/disable.
Battery Saver
The battery saver automatically turns off the
headlights after a period of time when the ignition
switch is placed in the OFF position when the
headlight switch is in the
,orposi-
tion. Exit Seat Slide
When the Exit seat slide is ON the driver’s seat
will move backward for easy exit when the ignition
switch is placed in the OFF position and the
driver’s door is opened.
After getting into the vehicle and placing the
ignition switch in the ACC position, the driver’s
seat will move to the previous set position. For
more information for setting the seat position see
“Automatic drive positioner” in the “Pre-driving
checks and adjustments” section. Use the EN-
TER button to enable/disable this function.
Exit steering up
When the exit steering up is turned ON, the
steering wheel moving upward for easy exit when
the ignition switch is in the OFF position and the
driver’s door is opened.
After getting into the vehicle and placing the
ignition switch in the ACC position, the steering
wheel moves to the previous position. For more
information for setting the steering wheel posi-
tion, see “Tilt and telescopic operation” in the
“Pre-driving checks and adjustments” section.
Use the ENTER button to enable/disable this
function.
Language
The language of the vehicle information display
can be changed to:
● US English
● French
● Spanish
Use the
,, and the ENTER buttons to
select and change the language of the vehicle
information display. The language of the center
display/navigation can be changed indepen-
dently of the vehicle information display. For ve-
hicles not equipped with Navigation see “SET-
TING button:” and vehicles equipped with
Navigation see, “System” in the “Monitor, climate,
audio, phone and voice recognition systems”
section of this manual.
Units
The units that are shown in the vehicle informa-
tion display can be changed:
● Mileage
● Tire pressures
● Temperature
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12. Timer Alert – Time for a driver break?
13. Low Outside Temperature
14. Power will turn off to save the battery
15. CVT Error: See Owner’s Manual
16. Reminder: Turn OFF headlights
17. Low Oil Pressure
18. Key Registration Complete
19. Tire Pressure Low - Add Air (if so equipped)
20. TPMS Error
21. Remote Start (if so equipped)
22. Loose Fuel Cap
No Key Detected
This warning appears when the intelligent key is
left outside the vehicle with the ignition switch is
the ON or ACC position. Make sure the Intelli-
gent Key is inside the vehicle.
Key ID Incorrect
This warning appears when the ignition switch is
placed from the OFF position and the intelligent
key is not recognized by the system. You can not
start the engine with an unregistered key.
See “NISSAN Intelligent Key®” in “Pre-driving
checks and adjustments” for more information.Shift to Park
This warning illuminates when the ignition switch
is in the ACC or OFF position and the shift
selector is in any position other than P (Park)
position. Also, a chime sounds when the ignition
switch is in the OFF position.
If this warning illuminates, move the shift selector
to the P (Park) position or start the engine.
For additional information about Intelligent Key,
see “NISSAN Intelligent Key®” in the “Pre-
driving checks and adjustments” section.
Push ignition to OFF
After the Push ignition to OFF warning illumi-
nates, the warning will illuminate if the ignition
switch is placed in the ACC position when the
shift selector is moved to the P (Park) position.
To turn off the Push warning, place the ignition
switch in the ON position and then in the LOCK
position.
Key Battery Low
This indicator illuminates when the Intelligent Key
battery is running out of power.
If this indicator illuminates, replace the battery
with a new one. See “Battery replacement” in the
“Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section.
Engine start operation for Intelligent Key
system
This indicator appears when the battery of the
Intelligent Key is low and when the Intelligent Key
system and the vehicle are not communicating
normally.
If this appears, touch the ignition switch with the
Intelligent Key while depressing the brake pedal.
For more information see, “Intelligent Key battery
discharge” in the “Starting and driving” section.
Release Parking brake
This warning illuminates in the message area of
the vehicle information display when the parking
brake is set and the vehicle is driven.
Low Fuel
This warning illuminates when the fuel level in the
fuel tank is getting low. Refuel as soon as it is
convenient, preferably before the fuel gauge
reaches 0 (Empty) .
There will be a small re-
serve of fuel in the tank when the fuel
gauge needle reaches 0 (Empty) .
Low Washer Fluid
This warning illuminates when the windshield-
washer fluid is at a low level. Add windshield-
washer fluid as necessary. See “Windshield-
washer fluid” in the “Maintenance and do-it-
yourself” section of this manual.
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Door Open
This warning illuminates when a door has been
opened when the engine is running.
Liftgate open
This warning illuminates when the liftgate has
been opened when the engine is running.
Timer Alert – Time for a driver break?
This indicator appears when the set time is
reached. The time can be set up to 6 hours. For
setting the timer see, “Timer alert” in this section.
Low Outside Temperature
This warning appears if the outside temperature
is below 37°F (3°C) . The temperature can be
changed to display in Celsius or Fahrenheit, see
“Temperature” earlier in this section.
Power will turn off to save the battery
This warning appears in message area of the
vehicle information display after a period of time if
the shift selector has not moved from the P (Park)
position.
CVT Error: See Owner’s Manual
This warning illuminates when the there is a prob-
lem with the CVT system. If this warning comes
on, have the system checked by a NISSAN
dealer.Reminder: Turn OFF headlights
This warning appears when the headlights are
left in the ON position when exiting the vehicle.
Place the headlight switch to OFF or AUTO po-
sition. For additional information, see “Headlight
and turn signal switch” in this section.
Low Oil Pressure
This warning appears in message area of the
vehicle information display if low oil pressure is
detected. This gauge is not designed to indicated
low oil level.
The low oil pressure warning is
not designed to indicate a low oil level. Use
the dipstick to check the oil level. See “Engine oil”
in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section.
Key registration complete
This appears when a new intelligent key is regis-
tered to the vehicle.
Tire Pressure Low - Add Air warning (if so
equipped)
This warning appears when the low tire pressure
warning light in the meter illuminates and low tire
pressure is detected. The warning appears each
time the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position as long as the low tire pressure warning
light remains illuminated. If this warning appears,
stop the vehicle and adjust the tire pressures of
all 4 tires to the recommended COLD tire pres- sure shown on the Tire and Loading Information
label. See “Low tire pressure warning light” ear-
lier in this section and “Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)” in the “Starting and driving”
section.
TPMS Error
This warning appears when there is a error with
your TPMS. If this warning comes on, have the
system checked by a NISSAN dealer.
Push to start (if so equipped)
This warning appears in the vehicle information
display when the vehicle has been started using
the remote start function. To start the vehicle,
apply the brake and place the ignition switch in
the ON position.
Loose Fuel Cap
This warning appears when the fuel-filler cap is
not tightened correctly after the vehicle has been
refueled. See “Fuel-filler cap” in the “Pre-driving
checks and adjustments” section of this manual.
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3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Keys .............................................3-2NISSAN Intelligent Key® ........................3-2
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System keys .........3-4
Doors ............................................3-5
Locking with key ................................3-5
Locking with inside lock knob ....................3-6
Locking with power door lock switch .............3-6
Automatic door locks ...........................3-6
Child safety rear door lock .......................3-7
NISSAN Intelligent Key® ...........................3-7
Operating range ................................3-9
Door locks/unlocks precaution ..................3-10
NISSAN Intelligent Key® Operation .............3-10
How to use the remote keyless entry
function ...................................... 3-13
Warning signals ............................... 3-17
Troubleshooting guide ......................... 3-18
Remote Engine Start (if so equipped) ...............3-20
Remote engine start operating range ............3-20
Remote starting the vehicle .....................3-20
Extending engine run time ......................3-21
Canceling a remote start .......................3-21
Conditions the remote start will not work .........3-21 Hood
........................................... 3-22
Liftgate .......................................... 3-22
Operating the manual liftgate
(if so equipped) ............................... 3-23
Operating the power liftgate (if so equipped) .....3-24
Power liftgate main switch ......................3-26
Liftgate release ................................ 3-26
Liftgate position setting ........................ 3-27
Fuel-filler door ................................... 3-27
Opening the fuel-filler door .....................3-27
Fuel-filler cap . . ............................... 3-28
Tilt/telescopic steering ............................ 3-29
Manual operation (if so equipped) ...............3-30
Automatic operation (if so equipped)............. 3-30
Sun visors ....................................... 3-31
Vanity mirrors . . ............................... 3-32
Mirrors .......................................... 3-32
Rearview
mirror (if so equipped) .................3-32
Automatic anti-glare rearview mirror
(if so equipped) ............................... 3-32
Outside mirrors ............................... 3-34
Automatic drive positioner (if so equipped) ..........3-35
Memory storage function .......................3-35
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Thebutton will be on the NISSAN Intelli-
gent Key® if the vehicle has remote engine start.
This feature allows the engine to start from out-
side the vehicle.
The following features may be affected when the
remote start feature is used:
● Vehicles with manual or automatic climate
control systems will default to the last used
heating or cooling mode.
● Vehicles equipped with heated seats may
have this feature come on during a remote
start. See “Heated seats” in the “Instruments
and controls” section for more information. Laws in some local communities may restrict the
use of remote starters. For example, some laws
require a person using remote start to have the
vehicle in view. Check local regulations for any
requirements.
Other conditions may affect the function of the
Remote Engine Start feature. See “Conditions
the remote start will not work” in this section for
additional information.
Other conditions can affect the performance of
the Intelligent Key transmitter. See “NISSAN In-
telligent Key®” in this section for additional infor-
mation.REMOTE ENGINE START
OPERATING RANGE
The remote engine start function can only be
used when the Intelligent Key is within the speci-
fied operating range from the vehicle.
When the Intelligent Key battery is discharged or
strong radio waves are present near the operat-
ing location, the Intelligent Key operating range
becomes narrower, and the Intelligent Key may
not function properly.
The remote engine start operating range is ap-
proximately 197 ft (60 m) from the vehicle.
REMOTE STARTING THE VEHICLE
To use the remote start feature to start the engine
perform the following:
1. Aim the Intelligent Key at the vehicle.
2. Press the
LOCK button to lock all
doors.
3. Within 5 seconds press and hold the
remote start button until the turn signal lights
illuminate. If the vehicle is not within view
press and hold the
remote start but-
ton for about 2 seconds.
The following events will occur when the engine
starts: ● The parking lights will turn on and remain on
as long as the engine is running.
● The doors will be locked and the climate
control system may come on.
● The engine will continue to run for 10 min-
utes. Repeat the steps to extend the time for
an additional 10 minutes. See “Extending
engine run time” in this section.
Depress the brake and place the ignition switch
in the ON position before driving. For further
instructions see “Driving the vehicle” in the
“Starting and driving” section.
LPD2060
REMOTE ENGINE START (if so
equipped)
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EXTENDING ENGINE RUN TIME
The remote start feature can be extended one
time by performing the steps listed in “Remote
starting the vehicle” in this section. Run time will
be calculated as follows:● The first 10 minute run time will start when
the remote start function is performed.
● The second 10 minutes will start immedi-
ately when the remote start function is per-
formed. For example, if the engine has been
running for 5 minutes, and 10 minutes are
added, the engine will run for a total of
15 minutes.
A maximum of two remote starts, or a single start
with an extension, are allowed between ignition
cycles.
The ignition switch must be cycled to the ON
position and then back to the OFF position be-
fore the remote start procedure can be used
again.
CANCELING A REMOTE START
To cancel a remote start, perform one of the
following: ● Aim the Intelligent Key at the vehicle and
press and hold
until the parking lights
turn off. ●
Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
● Cycle the ignition switch ON and then OFF.
CONDITIONS THE REMOTE START
WILL NOT WORK
The remote start will not operate if any of the
following conditions are present:
● The ignition switch is placed in the ON po-
sition.
● The hood is not securely closed.
● The hazard warning lights are on.
● The I–Key Indicator Light
remains
solid in the vehicle information display.
● The alarm sounds due to illegal entry into the
vehicle.
● The ignition switch is pushed without an
Intelligent Key in the vehicle.
● The ignition switch is pushed with an Intelli-
gent Key in the vehicle but the brake pedal is
not depressed.
● Two remote vehicle starts, or a single remote
start with an extension, have already been
used.
● The vehicle is not in P (Park) . ●
The Remote Start function has been
switched to the OFF position in Vehicle Set-
tings of the vehicle information display. For
additional information, see “Vehicle informa-
tion display” in the “Instruments and con-
trols” section of this manual.
The remote engine start may display a warning or
indicator in the vehicle information display. For an
explanation of the warning or indicator please see
“Vehicle information display warning and indica-
tors” in the “Instruments and controls” section.
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2. Replace both batteries with new ones.●Recommended battery:
Size AA 6 2 (DVD remote controller)
Size AAA 6 2 (headphones)
● Be careful not to touch the battery termi-
nal.
● Make sure that the (+) and (-) ends on the
batteries match the markings inside the
compartment.
3. Close the lid securely. ●If you will not be using the remote control
for long periods of time, remove the bat-
teries.
● Replacement of the batteries is needed
when the remote control only functions at
extremely close distances to the Dual
Head Restraint DVD System or when it
does not function at all.
FCC Notice:
Changes or modifications not expressly ap-
proved by the party responsible for compli-
ance could void the user’s authority to op-
erate the equipment. This device complies
with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSS-210
of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) This de-
vice may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any inter-
ference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation of the
device.
BEFORE OPERATING DUAL HEAD
RESTRAINT DVD SYSTEM
Precautions
Start the engine when using the Dual Head Re-
straint DVD System.
WARNING
The driver must not attempt to operate the
Dual Head Restraint DVD System or wear
the headphones while the vehicle is in
motion so that full attention may be given
to vehicle operation.
CAUTION
●
Only operate the Dual Head Restraint
DVD System while the vehicle engine is
running. Operating the Dual Head Re-
straint DVD System for extended peri-
ods of time with the engine OFF can
discharge the vehicle battery. ●
Do not allow the system to get wet.
Excessive moisture such as spilled liq-
uids may cause the system to
malfunction.
● While playing VIDEO-CD media, this
DVD player does not guarantee com-
plete functionality of all VIDEO-CD
formats.
Parental level (parental control)
Video data with the parental control setting can
be played with this system. Please use your own
judgement to set the parental control with the
system.
Disc selection
You can play the following disc formats with the
DVD player:
● DVD-VIDEO
● VIDEO-CD
● DTS-CD
Use DVDs with the region code “ALL” or the code
applicable to your country. The region code is
displayed as a small symbol printed on the top of
the DVD. This vehicle-installed DVD player can
only play DVDs with an applicable region code.
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Press the AUX·DVD button on the instrument
panel and turn the display to the DVD mode, and
begin playing the DVD automatically.
When a DVD is loaded, it will begin playing
automatically.
The front screen will be turned on when the
AUX·DVD button is pressed while a DVD is being
played, and it will turn off automatically after a
period of time. To turn it on again, press the
AUX·DVD button again.
Adjust front/rear displays
Front display:
To adjust the front display mode, press the DISP
button on the center multi-function control panel.
Follow the instructions displayed on the screen.
Rear display:
To adjust the rear display mode, press the pre-
ferred side (L or R) of the DISP button on the
remote controller.
DVD operation keys
To operate the DVD player, select the preferred
key displayed on the operation screen using the
NISSAN controller.
PAUSE:
Select this key and press the ENTER button to
pause the DVD. To resume playing the DVD, use
the “PLAY” key.
To pause the DVD, it is also possible to push the
pause button on the keypad of the remote con-
troller.
PLAY:
Select this key and press the ENTER button to
start playing the DVD, for example, after pausing
the DVD.
To start playing the DVD, it is also possible to
press the play button on the keypad of the remote
controller.
STOP:
Select this key and press the ENTER button to
stop playing the DVD.
To stop playing the DVD, it is also possible to
press the stop button on the keypad of the re-
mote controller.
SKIP (FORWARD):
Select this key and press the ENTER button to
skip the chapter(s) of the disc forward. The chap-
ters will advance the number of times the ENTER
button is pressed.
To skip the chapter(s) forward, it is also possible
to press the corresponding button on the keypad
of the remote controller.
SKIP (REWIND):
Select this key and press the ENTER button to
skip the chapter(s) of the disc backward. The
chapters will go back the number of times the
ENTER button is pressed.
To skip the chapter(s) backward, it is also pos-
sible to press the corresponding button on the
keypad of the remote controller.
Commercial Skip:
This function is only for DVD-VIDEO and DVD-
VR.
Select this key to skip forward or backwards by
the set amount as defined in the DVD settings
menu.
To skip forward or backward, it is also possible to
press the corresponding button on the keypad of
the remote controller.
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5 Starting and driving
Precautions when starting and driving................5-2
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ..................5-2
Three-way catalyst ..............................5-2
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ..........5-3
On-pavement and off-road driving
precautions ....................................5-6
Avoiding collision and rollover ....................5-6
Off-road recovery ...............................5-7
Rapid air pressure loss ..........................5-7
Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving ................5-8
Driving safety precautions .......................5-8
Push-Button Ignition Switch .......................5-10
Operating range ............................... 5-11
Push-button ignition switch positions ............5-11
Emergency engine shut off .....................5-12
NISSAN Intelligent Key® battery discharge .......5-12
NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system .............5-13
Before starting the engine ......................... 5-13
Starting the engine ............................... 5-13
Remote start (if so equipped) ...................5-14
Driving the vehicle ................................ 5-14
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) ........5-14
Parking brake .................................... 5-18Cruise control
.................................... 5-19
Precautions on cruise control ...................5-19
Cruise control operations .......................5-19
Break-in schedule ................................ 5-20
Fuel efficient driving tips ........................... 5-21
Increasing fuel economy ........................... 5-22
Intelligent 4WD (if so equipped) ....................5-22
4x4i system operation .......................... 5-22
Parking/parking on hills ............................ 5-25
Power steering ................................... 5-26
Brake system .................................... 5-27
Brake precautions ............................. 5-27
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) .................5-27
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system .............5-29
Rise-up and build-up .......................... 5-30
Brake
force distribution ........................ 5-30
Hill start assist system ............................ 5-31
Cold weather driving .............................. 5-32
Freeing a frozen door lock ......................5-32
Anti-freeze .................................... 5-32
Battery ....................................... 5-32
Draining of coolant water .......................5-32
Tire equipment ................................ 5-32