speed limit NISSAN QASHQAI 2008 Owners Manual

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Welcome to the growing family of new NISSAN owners. This vehicle has been delivered to you with confidence. It has been produced using the latest techniques
and strict quality control.
This manual was prepared to help you understand the operation and maintenance of your vehicle so that you may enjoy many kilometres (miles) of driving pleasure.
Please read through this manual before operating your vehicle.
A separate Warranty Information & Maintenance Booklet explains in detail the warranty coverage that applies to your vehicle.
Your NISSAN dealer knows your vehicle best. When you require any service or have any questions, your NISSAN dealer will be glad to assist you with the extensive
resources available for you.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
REMINDERS FOR SAFETY!
Follow these important driving rules to help ensure a safe and complete trip for
you and your passengers!
NEVER drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
ALWAYS observe posted speed limits and never drive too fast for condi-
tions.
ALWAYS use your seat belts and appropriate child restraint systems.
Preteen children should be seated in the rear seat.
ALWAYS provide information about the proper use of vehicle safety fea-
tures to all occupants of the vehicle.
ALWAYS review this Owner’s Manual for important safety information.
WHEN READING THE MANUAL
This manual includes information for all options available on this model. There-
fore, you may find some information that does not apply to your vehicle.
All information, specifications and illustrations in this manual are those in effect
at the time of printing. NISSAN reserves the right to change specifications or
designs at any time without notice and without obligation.
MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE
This vehicle should not be modified. Modifications could affect its performance,
safety or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition,
damage or performance problems resulting from modifications may not be cov-
ered under NISSAN warranties.
READ FIRST — THEN DRIVE SAFELY
Before driving your vehicle, read this Owner’s Manual carefully. This will ensure
familiarity with controls and maintenance requirements, assisting you in the safe
operation of your vehicle.
Throughout this manual the following symbols and words are used:
WARNING
Indicates the presence of a hazard that could cause death or serious per-
sonal injury. To avoid or reduce the risk, the procedures described must be
followed precisely.
CAUTION
Indicates the presence of a hazard that could cause minor or moderate per-
sonal injury, or damage to your vehicle. To avoid or reduce the risk, the pro-
cedures described must be followed carefully.
NOTE
Indicates additional helpful information.

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(RHD) MODELS
1.Driver’s main power window switch (P. 2-35)
2. Vents (P. 4-12)
3. Headlight and turn signal switch (P. 2-24)
4. Horn (P. 2-29)
5. Meters, gauges, and warning/indicator lights
(P. 2-2, 2-3)
6. Wiper/washer switch (P. 2-21)
Headlight cleaner*
1(P. 2-28)
7. Hazard warning flasher switch (P. 2-28)
8. Passenger power window switch (P. 2-36)
9. ESP OFF switch*
1(P. 5-40)
Headlight aiming control*
1(P. 2-27)
Outside mirror folding switch*
1(P. 3-18)
Outside mirror remote control (P. 3-18)
Stop/Start System OFF switch* (P. 5-21)
10. Fuse box (P. 8-23)
11. Steering wheel switches*
1
Audio control*1(P. 4-43)
Cruise control*
1(P. 5-29)
Speed limiter*
1(P. 5-31)
Trip computer display control*
1(P. 2-16)
12. Bonnet lock release lever (P. 3-14) Fuel filler lid opener lever (P. 3-15)
13. Steering wheel lock lever (P. 4-16)
14. Ignition switch or Ignition knob (Intelligent Key
models) (P. 5-6, 5-8)
15. Climate controls (P. 4-12)
16. High level vent control*
1(P. 4-12)
Storage*
1(P. 4-31)
17. Gear selector lever (P. 5-12)
18. Handbrake (P. 3-16)
19. 4WD mode control*
1(P. 5-24)
Power door lock switch (P. 3-10)
Seat heater switches*
1(P. 2-29)
20. Power outlet (P. 2-30)
21. Audio system (P. 4-21, 4-23)
NISSAN Connect*
2
Rear–view monitor*1(P. 4-2)
Around view monitor*
1(P. 4-4)
22. Glove box (P. 2-31)
23. Front passenger air bag deactivate switch
(P. 1-17)
*
1where fitted
*2Refer to the separately provided NISSAN Con-
nect Owner’s Manual.
See the page number indicated in parentheses
for operating details.
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Instruments and controls
Meters and gauges .................................................. 2-2
Speedometer...................................................... 2-2
Fuel gauge ......................................................... 2-2
Tachometer ........................................................ 2-2
Engine coolant temperature gauge ...................... 2-2
Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders ........ 2-3 Checking bulbs .................................................. 2-3
Warning lights .................................................... 2-3
Indicator lights .................................................... 2-7
Audible reminders............................................... 2-9
Vehicle information display ....................................... 2-11 Warnings and alerts............................................ 2-12
Odometer/twin trip odometer .............................. 2-16
Brightness control .............................................. 2-16
Trip computer ..................................................... 2-16
Settings menu .................................................... 2-18
Cruise control/Speed limiter indicator (where
fitted).................................................................. 2-21
Wiper and washer switch ........................................ 2-21 Windscreen ........................................................ 2-22
Rear window ...................................................... 2-23
Defogger switch ...................................................... 2-23 Rear window defogger ....................................... 2-23
Outside mirror defogger (where fitted) ................ 2-24
Headlight and turn signal switch............................... 2-24 Xenon headlights (where fitted) ........................... 2-24
Headlight switch ................................................. 2-24
Turn signal switch ............................................... 2-26
Fog light switch ....................................................... 2-26 Front fog light (where fitted) ................................ 2-26 Rear fog light ...................................................... 2-27
Headlight aiming control .......................................... 2-27 Headlight aiming control switch (where fitted) ..... 2-27
Automatic aiming control (xenon headlights) ........ 2-27
Headlight cleaner (where fitted) ............................... 2-28
Hazard warning flasher switch ................................. 2-28
Horn ........................................................................\
2-29
Seat heating (where fitted) ....................................... 2-29
Power outlet ............................................................ 2-30
Storage ................................................................... 2-31 Storage trays ...................................................... 2-31
Glove box ........................................................... 2-31
Console box ....................................................... 2-32
Cup holders ....................................................... 2-32
Bottle holder ....................................................... 2-32
Map pocket (where fitted) ................................... 2-32
Seat pocket (where fitted)................................... 2-32
Roof rail (where fitted) ........................................ 2-32
Rear parcel shelf (where fitted) ................................ 2-33
Tonneau cover (where fitted).................................... 2-33
Windows ................................................................. 2-34 Power windows .................................................. 2-34
C-View® glass roof (where fitted) ............................ 2-36 Sunshade operation ............................................ 2-36
System reinitialisation.......................................... 2-37
Interior lights ............................................................ 2-37 Front Room light ................................................. 2-37
Map lights (where fitted) ..................................... 2-38
Rear room/reading light ...................................... 2-38
Luggage compartment light ................................ 2-38

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine If the light comes on while the engine is running, it
may indicate that the anti-lock portion of the braking
system is not functioning properly. Have the system
checked by a NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop.
Brake warning light
This light functions for both the handbrake and the
footbrake systems.
Handbrake indicator:
The light comes on when the handbrake is applied.
Low brake fluid warning:
The light warns of a low brake fluid level. If the light
comes on while the engine is running with the hand-
brake not applied, stop the vehicle and perform the
following procedure:
1. Check the brake fluid level. Add brake fluid asnecessary. See “Brake and clutch fluid” in the
“8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section.
WARNING
If the level is below the MIN (minimum) mark
on the brake fluid reservoir, do not drive until
the brake system has been checked at a
NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop.
2. If the brake fluid level is correct: Have the warning system checked by a NISSAN
dealer or qualified workshop.
WARNING
Driving your vehicle could be dangerous. Have
it towed to the nearest NISSAN dealer or quali-
fied workshop.
Depressing the brake pedal with the engine
stopped could increase your stopping dis-
tance and require greater pedal travel dis-
tance and effort.
Charge warning light
If the light comes on while the engine is running, it
may indicate that the charging system is not func-
tioning properly. Turn the engine off and check the
alternator belt. If the belt is loose, broken, missing
or if the light remains on, see a NISSAN dealer or
qualified workshop immediately.
CAUTION
Do not continue driving if the alternator belt is
loose, broken or missing.
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
warning light (where fitted)
WARNING
Be careful not to burn yourself with exhaust
gases.
Do not park the vehicle over flammable mate-
rials such as dry grass, waste paper or rags,
as they may burn easily.
If the vehicle continues to be driven at a low
speed with the DPF warning light illuminated,
the fail-safe will limit engine revolutions and/
or torque. In this case, the engine oil must be
replaced and the process of burning accumu-
lated particulate matter must be carried out
by a NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop.
Service regeneration is a maintenance item
and is not covered by the NISSAN warranty.
Use engine oil for DPF equipped models. For
details, see “Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants” in the “9. Technical
information” section.
CAUTION
The DPF becomes extremely hot after burning
particulate matter.
M9R engine only:
When the ignition switch is turned to the ON posi-
tion, the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) warning light
illuminates for a few seconds and then goes out.
This indicates that the system is operational.
All diesel engines:
NISSAN GREEN PROGRAM
Some diesel engine models are fitted with a Diesel
Particulate Filter (DPF), which is a device that re-
moves carbon (soot) from the exhaust gas. To oper-
ate effectively, the DPF system must routinely con-
duct a cleaning operation, called regeneration, that
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tion process is normally automatic and not visible to
the driver.
Regeneration restrictions:
Driving conditions such as frequent short journeys
or stop/start driving can result in excessive build up
of carbon in the filter. When this happens the DPF
warning light will illuminate (and a message will ap-
pear in the vehicle information display, see “Vehicle
information display” later in this section) to inform
you that the vehicle must be driven in a particular
manner to begin regeneration.
When the DPF warning light is illuminated, provided
that legal and safety conditions allow, the vehicle
should be driven at a speed of over 60 km/h (37.5
MPH) until the DPF warning light turns off. This pro-
cess can take up to 30 minutes to complete.
If regeneration fails:
Failure to react to the DPF warning light may lead to
saturation of the DPF system. If this happens the
Malfunction Indicator (MI)
will illuminate indi-
cating that a Service Regeneration by a NISSAN
dealer or qualified workshop is required. The engine
speed may also be limited to 3,000 rpm to protect
the DPF system.
NOTE
Contact a NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop
to perform a forced regeneration.
Electronic 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.
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 required to turn the steer-
ing 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 and then turn the ignition switch to the
ON position again. If the light remains illumi-
nated, we recommend that you 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.
Engine oil pressure warning light
This light warns of low engine oil pressure. If the
light flickers or comes on during normal driving, or
stays on once the engine is started, pull off the road
at a safe area, stop the engine immediatelyand call
a NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop.
CAUTION
Running the engine with the engine oil pressure
warning light on could cause serious damage to
the engine.
NOTE
The [Оil lеvеll оw] message indication is dis-
played for 5 seconds after the ignition switch has
been turned to the ON position. See “Vehicle in-
formation display” later in this section.
Front passenger air bag
deactivated (OFF) warning light
When the ignition switch is turned to the ON posi-
tion the front passenger air bag deactivated (OFF)
warning light
, located in the combination
meter, illuminates for approximately 7 seconds and
then goes off. This means the system is operational.
The light warns of front passenger air bag status. If
the front passenger air bag has been deactivated,
the light comes on and stays on as long as the front
passenger air bag switch remains in the OFF posi-
tion.
Instruments and controls2-5

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j2Clock (P. 2-19)
j3Warnings and alerts (P. 2-12)
Trip computer (P. 2-16)
Engine oil level information (P. 2-15)
Cruise control (P. 5-29) Speed limiter (P. 5-31)
Settings menu (P. 2-18)
Intelligent Key operation (P. 2-6)
j4
Odometer (P. 2-16)
j5Twin trip odometer (P. 2-16)
j6Gear shift indicator (where fitted), see
(P. 5-16)
Stop/Start system indicator (where fitted), see
(P. 5-21)
j7switch/shaft (Settings control and trip
computer control)
j8switch/shaft (Twin trip odometer control
and brightness level control)
WARNING
Operating the vehicle information display
while driving can lead to a crash resulting in
serious injuries or death. Always park the ve-
hicle in a safe place before operating the dis-
play screen.
Look at the display screen only briefly while
driving. Keep your eyes on the road. Inatten-
tive driving may lead to a crash resulting in
serious injuries or death.
NIC1645
VEHICLE INFORMATION DISPLAY
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or qualified workshop.
[Language]
Select the submenu to set the desired language of
the display
[Factory]
Select the submenu to reset the factory settings of
the display.
NOTE
When resetting [Factory], all previous settings
made are changed to default.
CRUISE CONTROL/SPEED LIMITER
INDICATOR (where fitted)
The CRUISE indicator is displayed when the
cruise control main “ON/OFF” switch is pushed.
When the main switch is pushed again, theCRUISE indicator disappears. When the
CRUISE indicator is displayed, the cruise con-
trol system is operational.
The cruise control SET indicator is displayed
while the vehicle speed is controlled by the cruise
control system. If the SET indicator blinks while
the engine is running, it may indicate that the
cruise control system is not functioning properly.
Have the system checked by an NISSAN dealer
or qualified workshop.
For more details, see “Cruise control (where
fitted)” in the “5. Starting and driving” section.
The LIMIT indicator is displayed when the speed
limiter main “ON/OFF” switch is pushed. When
the main switch is pushed again, the LIMIT indi-
cator disappears.
When the LIMIT indicator is displayed, the speed
limiter is operational. The speed limiter is active,
when the SET indicator is displayed.
For more details, see “Speed limiter” in the
“5. Starting and driving” section.
When the trip computer was set before using the
cruise control or speed limiter function, the trip com-
puter menu item
jA is shown together with the
cruise control or speed limiter. See “Trip computer”
earlier in this section
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.
NIC1550
WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH
Instruments and controls2-21

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Starting and driving
Running-in schedule ................................................ 5-2
Before starting the engine ........................................ 5-2
Precautions when starting and driving ...................... 5-3
Exhaust gas (Carbon Monoxide) ......................... 5-3
On-pavement and off-road driving precautions ......... 5-4
Three-way catalyst (Petrol engine models)................ 5-4 To help prevent damage ..................................... 5-4
Turbocharger system (Diesel engine models) ........... 5-5
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) (where fitted) ............. 5-5 Regeneration restrictions .................................... 5-5
If regeneration fails ............................................. 5-5
Care when driving ................................................... 5-6 Engine cold start period ...................................... 5-6
Loading luggage ................................................. 5-6
Driving on wet roads ........................................... 5-6
Driving under winter conditions ........................... 5-6
Ignition switch.......................................................... 5-6 Manual transmission ........................................... 5-6
Automatic transmission or Continuously
variable transmission........................................... 5-7
Steering lock ...................................................... 5-7
Key positions ...................................................... 5-7
NISSAN Anti-Theft System (NATS)..................... 5-7
Ignition knob (where fitted)....................................... 5-8 Manual transmission ........................................... 5-8
Automatic transmission or Continuously
variable transmission........................................... 5-9
Steering lock ...................................................... 5-9
Ignition knob position .......................................... 5-9 Emergency key – Intelligent Key dead battery
situation .............................................................. 5-10
NISSAN Anti-Theft System (NATS)..................... 5-10
Starting the engine................................................... 5-11
Driving the vehicle.................................................... 5-12 Driving with manual transmission......................... 5-12
Driving with automatic transmission or with
continuously variable transmission (Models
with manual shift) ................................................ 5-14
Driving with Continuously Variable Transmis-
sion (CVT) (Models without manual shift) ............ 5-17
Stop/Start System (where fitted) .............................. 5-21 Normal operation ................................................ 5-21
Precautions ........................................................ 5-22
Stop/Start System OFF switch ........................... 5-23
Environmental savings ........................................ 5-23
Ultrasonic Parking Sensor (where fitted) .................. 5-24
Four-wheel Drive (4WD) (where fitted)..................... 5-24 4WD mode operations........................................ 5-25
4WD shift tips .................................................... 5-25
4WD Warning light ............................................. 5-26
4WD Mode indicator lights ................................. 5-27
Driving four-wheel drive (4WD) safely ................. 5-27
Cruise control (where fitted) .................................... 5-29 Precautions on cruise control .............................. 5-29
Cruise control system operations ........................ 5-30
Speed limiter ........................................................... 5-31 Speed limiter operations ..................................... 5-32
Parking .................................................................... 5-33
Trailer towing ........................................................... 5-35

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tion and cooling of its rotating components. The tur-
bocharger turbine turns at extremely high speeds
and it can reach an extremely high temperature. It is
essential to maintain a flow of clean oil through the
turbocharger system. A sudden interruption to the
oil supply may cause a malfunction in the turbo-
charger.
To ensure prolonged life and performance of the
turbocharger, it is essential to comply with the fol-
lowing maintenance procedure:
CAUTION
Change the engine oil of the turbo-charged
diesel engine as prescribed. See the sepa-
rately provided Warranty Information & Main-
tenance Booklet for additional information.
Use only the recommended engine oil. See
“Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants” in the “9. Technical
information” section.
If the engine has been operating at high rpm
for an extended period of time, let it idle for a
few minutes prior to shutdown.
Do not accelerate the engine to high rpm im-
mediately after starting it.
WARNING
Be careful not to burn yourself with exhaust
gases.
Do not park the vehicle over flammable mate-
rials such as dry grass, waste paper or rags,
as they may burn easily.
If the vehicle continues to be driven at a low
speed with the DPF warning light illuminated,
the fail-safe will limit engine revolutions and/
or torque. In this case, the engine oil must be
replaced and the process of burning accumu-
lated particulate matter must be carried out
by a NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop.
Service regeneration is a maintenance item
and is not covered by the NISSAN warranty.
Use engine oil for DPF equipped models. For
details, see “Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants” in the “9. Technical
information” section.
CAUTION
The DPF becomes extremely hot after burning
particulate matter.
NISSAN GREEN PROGRAM
Some diesel engine models are fitted with a Diesel
Particulate Filter (DPF), which is a device that re-
moves carbon (soot) from the exhaust gas. To oper-
ate effectively, the DPF system must routinely con-
duct a cleaning operation, called regeneration, that burns-off the accumulated carbon. This regenera-
tion process is normally automatic and not visible to
the driver.
REGENERATION RESTRICTIONS
Driving conditions such as frequent short journeys
or stop/start driving can result in excessive build up
of carbon in the filter. When this happens the DPF
warning light
will illuminate (and a message
will appear in the vehicle information display, see
“Vehicle information display” later in this section) to
inform you that the vehicle must be driven in a par-
ticular manner to begin regeneration.
When the DPF warning light is illuminated, provided
that legal and safety conditions allow, the vehicle
should be driven at a speed of over 60 km/h (37.5
MPH) until the DPF warning light turns off. This pro-
cess can take up to 30 minutes to complete.
IF REGENERATION FAILS
Failure to react to the DPF warning lightmay
lead to saturation of the DPF system. If this hap-
pens, the Malfunction Indicator (MI)
will also
illuminate to indicate that a Service Regeneration by
a NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop is required.
The engine speed may also be limited to 3,000 rpm
to protect the DPF system.
NOTE
Contact a NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop
to perform a forced regeneration.
TURBOCHARGER SYSTEM
(Diesel engine models) DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER
(DPF) (where fitted)
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the engine. Release the ignition switch and
the accelerator pedal when the engine starts.
CAUTION
Do not operate the starter for more than 15
seconds at a time. If the engine does not start,
turn the ignition switch to the “OFF” position
and wait 10 seconds (Petrol engine models)
or 20 seconds (Diesel engine models) before
cranking again, otherwise the starter could be
damaged.
If it becomes necessary to start the engine
with a booster battery and jumper leads, the
instructions and cautions contained in the
“Jump-starting” in the “6. In case of
emergency” section should be carefully fol-
lowed.
7. Warm-up
Allow the engine to idle for at least 30 seconds
after starting. Drive at moderate speed for a short
distance first, especially in cold weather.
WARNING
Do not leave the vehicle unattended while the
engine is warming up.
DRIVING WITH MANUAL
TRANSMISSION
CAUTION
Do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal while
driving. This may cause clutch damage.
Stop your vehicle completely before shifting
into the R (Reverse) position.
When you are shifting from one gear to an-
other, be certain to depress the clutch pedal
all the way to the floor to avoid clashing or
chipping the gears.
Avoid abrupt starts and acceleration for your
safety.
When quick acceleration is required for some
reason, shift to a lower gear and accelerate
until the vehicle reaches the maximum speed
in each gear. Do not exceed the speed limit of
any gear. Pay special attention when acceler-
ating or when shifting into a lower gear on
slippery surfaces. Sudden acceleration or
down shifting could cause the wheels to skid
and result in loss of control.
Shifting
j
A RHD models
jB LHD models
j1Gear lever ring
To change gears, fully depress the clutch pedal,
shift into the appropriate gear, then release the
clutch slowly and smoothly.
NSD340
5–speed MT
NSD292Z
6–speed MT (where fitted)
DRIVING THE VEHICLE
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