Start NISSAN QASHQAI 2012 User Guide

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine When the ESP OFF indicator light and SLIP indica-
tor light come on with the ESP system turned on, it
alerts the driver to the fact that the system’s fail-safe
mode is operating. This means that the system may
not be functioning properly. Have the system
checked by your NISSAN dealer or qualified work-
shop.
If an abnormality occurs in the system, the ESP sys-
tem function will be cancelled, but the vehicle is still
driveable. For additional information, see “Electronic
Stability Programme (ESP) system (where fitted)” in
the “5. Starting and driving” section.
4WD mode indicator light
(AUTO) (4WD models)
This light comes on briefly when the ignition is turned
to the ON position. If the engine is running, this light
will illuminate when the 4WD AUTO mode is se-
lected.
See “Four-wheel Drive (4WD) (where fitted)” in the
“5. Starting and driving” section.
4WD mode indicator light
(LOCK) (4WD models)
This light comes on briefly when the ignition is turned
to the ON position.
If the engine is running, this light and the 4WD mode
indicator light (AUTO) will be lit when the 4WD
LOCK mode is selected.
See “Four-wheel Drive (4WD) (where fitted)” in the
“5. Starting and driving” section.
Glow plug indicator light (Diesel
engines)
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.
Low fuel indicator light
When the fuel level is getting low, the low fuel warn-
ing light will switch on to alert the driver. Refuel as
soon as it is convenient. There should be a small
reserve of fuel in the tank when the fuel gauge
reaches the empty level. See also “Vehicle informa-
tion display” later in this section.
Malfunction Indicator light
When the ignition switch is turned to the ON posi-
tion, the orange Malfunction Indicator light illumi-
nates. This means that the system is operational.
If the orange Malfunction Indicator light comes on
steady or blinks (where fitted) while the engine is
running, it may indicate an engine control system
malfunction.
See “Malfunction warning light (red) (where fitted)”
earlier in this section for details of the red malfunc-
tion warning light (where fitted).On steady (orange):
An engine malfunction has been detected. Have the
vehicle inspected by a NISSAN dealer or qualified
workshop. You do not need to have your vehicle
towed to the dealer.
Blinking (orange) (where fitted):
An engine misfire has been detected which may
damage the engine control system.
To reduce or avoid engine control system dam-
age:
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 Malfunction Indicator light 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.
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(where fitted)
The SLIP indicator blinks when the Electronic Sta-
bility Programme (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 continue to blink for a few seconds
after the ESP system stops limiting wheel spin.
Front fog light indicator light
(where fitted)
The light comes on when the front fog lights are
switched on.
Rear fog light indicator light
The light comes on when the rear fog light is
switched 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.
Dipped beam indicator light
This light comes on when the switch is turned to the
position:The headlights will come on and front
side, tail, number plate and instrument lights remain
on.
Side light and headlight indicator
light
This light comes on when the side light or headlight
position is selected. See “Headlight and turn signal
switch” later in this section for further details.
SPORT mode indicator light
(where fitted)
The SPORT mode indicator light illuminates when
the SPORT mode is turned ON. See “SPORT mode
switch” in the “5. Starting and driving” section for
the use of the SPORT mode switch.
Trailer direction indicator light
The light will light up whenever an additional electri-
cal load is detected by the direction indicator sys-
tem.
For additional information, see “Trailer towing” in
the “5. Starting and driving” section.
Turn signal/hazard indicator
lights
The direction indicator lights will flash when the turn
signal switch or hazard warning flasher switch is
turned on. See “Headlight and turn signal switch”
later in this sectionand see “Hazard warning flasher
switch” later in this section for further details.
AUDIBLE REMINDERS
Door open reminder chime
The chime will sound if any door other than the driv-
er’s door is left open and the power door lock switch
is held down.
Intelligent Key models: The external buzzer will
sound if the vehicle is being locked remotely or us-
ing an outside door lock switch and any door is
open.
Handbrake reminder buzzer
A buzzer will sound when driving away if the hand-
brake has not been released.
Light reminder chime
A chime will sound for 10 seconds if the driver’s
door is opened while the external lights are turned
on and the ignition switch is in the “OFF” or LOCK
position.
See “Headlight and turn signal switch” later in this
section for further details on the headlight operation.
Fog light reminder chime
A chime will sound if the ignition switch is in the
“OFF” or LOCK position and the headlight switch is
in the AUTO position (where fitted) and the fog lights
are left on.
See “Headlight and turn signal switch” later in this
section for further details.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine j1Outside temperature (P. 2-19)
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.
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The design of the warnings and alerts may differ
depending on the model.
j1 Door open warning
This warning appears if any of the doors are open or
not closed securely. The vehicle icon indicates
which door is open on the display.
j2 Back door open warning
This warning appears if the back door is open or not
closed securely. When the door is to be left open,
e.g. when you transport a long load, push the
switch or the steering wheel switchji (where fit-
ted) to confirm.
j3 Seat belt warning (Rear seat or 2nd
row)
The seat belt warning indicates the seating position
when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position
and disappears when:
All related seat belts have been securely fas-
tened.
Theswitch or the steering wheel switchji
(where fitted) is pushed.
Approximately 35 seconds after engine start.
WARNING
Seat belts for 3rd row seats (where fitted) are not
part of the seat belt warning light monitoring sys-
tem.
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“1. Safety — seats, seat belts and supplemental
restraint system” section
j4 Ignition knob warning (Intelligent Key
models)
The warning appears when the ignition knob is left
in the Acc or “OFF” position instead of completely
being turned to the LOCK position.
If this warning appears, turn the ignition knob to the
LOCK position.
When the ignition knob is in the ON position, a
buzzer will sound twice and the ignition knob warn-
ing shows when the ignition knob is turned to the
Acc or “OFF” position. This is to warn the driver that
the ignition knob is not in the LOCK position.
MT models:
Depress the ignition PUSH release button and turn
the ignition knob to the LOCK position.
AT or CVT models:
Make sure the gear selector lever is in the P (Park)
position and 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.
See “Steering lock” in the “5. Starting and driving”
section for further details.
j5 Steering wheel lock warning
The warning appears when the ignition knob is
pressed, but not turned to the Acc or “OFF” posi-
tion within a short period. Move the steering wheel
to release the lock and turn the ignition knob to Acc
or ON. The warning will turn off in approximately 5
seconds.
See “Steering lock” in the “5. Starting and driving”
section for further details.
j6 Brake/Clutch warning (where fitted)
When starting your vehicle, it is necessary to oper-
ate the brake (CVT and AT models) or clutch pedal
(MT models).
For more information, see “Starting the engine” in
the “5. Starting and driving” section.
j7 Handbrake reminder
The reminder will come on if the handbrake is on
whilst the vehicle is being driven.
A buzzer will also sound.
j8 Intelligent Key detection warning
If the Intelligent Key is taken outside of the vehicle
ID recognition zone while the ignition knob is in the
Acc or ON position, the Intelligent Key detection
warning will be displayed and a buzzer will sound.
The Intelligent Key detection warning disappears
when the Intelligent Key is placed back in the pas-
senger compartment.
The message also appears when you try to start the
vehicle if the Intelligent Key is not detected within
the vehicle.
For more information, see “Integrated keyfob/re-
mote control system” in the “3. Pre-driving checks
and adjustments” section.
j9 Intelligent Key low battery warning
The Intelligent Key low battery warning may show if
a low battery voltage is detected when the ignition
knob is turned from “OFF” to the ON position.
For more information, see “Integrated keyfob/Intel-
ligent Key battery replacement” in the “8. Mainte-
nance and do-it-yourself” section.
j10Intelligent Key system fault warning
CAUTION
If the Intelligent Key system fault warning comes
on, it may indicate a system malfunction. We rec-
ommend that you contact a NISSAN dealer or
qualified workshop for repair.
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mote control system” in the “3. Pre-driving checks
and adjustments” section.
j11Intelligent Key convenience mode alert
The Intelligent Key convenience mode alert shows
to confirm that convenience mode has been acti-
vated. See “Switching from Convenience mode to
Anti-hijack mode” in the “3. Pre-driving checks and
adjustments” section.
j12Intelligent Key anti–hijack alert
The Intelligent Key anti–hijack alert shows to con-
firm that anti-hijack mode has been activated. See
“Switching from Convenience mode to Anti-hijack
mode” in the “3. Pre-driving checks and
adjustments” section.
j13Engine oil level information
When turning the ignition to the ON position, the oil
message indicates the oil level.
The [Oil level OK] message indicates the oil level is
sufficient for driving. Push the
switch or the
steering wheel switchji (where fitted) when the
[Oil level OK] message shows to see a more de-
tailed oil level. (See Oil level
j14 )
NOTE
The [Oil level OK] message indication is dis-
played after the ignition switch has been turned
to the ON position and other warnings have been
shown. CAUTION
The engine oil level check is not designed to indi-
cate a low oil level. Use the dipstick to check the
oil level.
See “Engine oil” in the “8. Maintenance and
do-it-yourself” section.
j14Engine oil level
This display provides a visual representation of the
engine oil level.
j15Engine oil level low
If the oil level is not sufficient for driving, the [Oil
level low] message appears. Oil needs to be added
before driving.
CAUTION
The engine oil level should be checked regularly.
Operating with an insufficient amount of oil can
damage the engine and such damage is not cov-
ered by the warranty.
Park the vehicle at a safe location as soon as pos-
sible and fill the engine with the recommended en-
gine oil.
For checking the engine oil level and adding oil, see
“Engine oil” in the “8. Maintenance and
do-it-yourself” section.
j16Engine oil sensor warning
Please visit your local NISSAN dealer or qualified
workshop if this warning appears.
j17Diesel Particulate Filter warning
(where fitted)
See “Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) (where fitted)”
in the “5. Starting and driving” section for further
details.
j18Setting menu operation alert
The alert shows when you try to operate the setting
menu while driving. The setting menu can only be
entered if the vehicle is stationary.
j19Maintenance due alert (where fitted)
This alert shows that maintenance is due. The mes-
sage is shown until the steering wheel switchji
(where fitted) is pressed. When the maintenance
due alert reaches 0 km (miles), the
symbol
flashes next to the odometer value.
CAUTION
The engine oil must be changed before the main-
tenance due alert is shown.
– Failure to do so risks causing damage to the engine.
– Continued driving after maintenance due alert reaches 0 km (miles) may result in reduced
engine performance. The engine malfunction
indicator light (orange) will illuminate.
– The DPF (where fitted) may also become satu- rated because regeneration is restricted once
the distance equals 0 km (miles)
Always visit a NISSAN dealer or qualified work-
shop to perform the maintenance and the reset.
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changed) using the [Service] menu item in the
[Settings] menu. See “[Maintenance]” later in this
section
Have the vehicle inspected by a NISSAN dealer
or qualified workshop if these conditions occur.
j20Distance to maintenance alert
(where fitted)
This alert reminds when maintenance is due in the
shown distance. The alert is shown for 10 seconds
at ignition ON, when the distance to the next main-
tenance interval is below 5000 km (3100 Miles).
The message is shown until the steering wheel
switch
ji (where fitted) is pressed.
NOTE
Visit a NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop
before the maintenance due alertj19reaches
0 km (miles) to perform maintenance (oil
change).
The maintenance interval will reduce faster
with certain types of driving, especially at low
speeds in urban conditions.
j21Tyre change alert
You can set a distance for changing tyres. See
“[Maintenance]” later in this section
j22Maintenance alert
You can set a distance for a non specific mainte-
nance item. See “[Maintenance]” later in this sec-
tion
j23Low temperature warning
If, during driving, the temperature falls below 4ºC
this alert will appear to indicate low outside air tem-
perature. You can switch the low temperature warn-
ing [On] or [Off]. See “[Units]” later in this section
CAUTION
Even if the alert is not on, there is no guarantee
that the road is free of hazards caused by in-
clement weather.
NOTE
The outside air temperature sensor is located at
the front of the vehicle. At low speeds the sensor
can be affected by engine heat, heat reflected
from the road surface and exhaust from other
vehicles, these influences can cause the display
to be inaccurate. To compensate, the outside air
temperature display is designed to react slowly
to increasing temperatures, but quickly to falling
temperatures.
j24Low fuel warning
This warning appears when the fuel level in the tank
is getting low. Refuel as soon as it is convenient,
preferably before the fuel gauge reaches the empty
position. For more information, see “Fuel gauge”
earlier in this section.
j25Driver alert
This warning appears when the previously set time
for a break is reached. You can set the time for up
to 6 hours in the setting menu. (See “Settings menu”
later in this section.)
Stop/Start System (where fitted)
For more information, see “Stop/Start System
(where fitted)” in the “5. Starting and driving” sec-
tion
j26Engine stop:
If the engine stops when the Stop/Start System is
activated, the message is shown.
j27Auto start deactivation:
If the engine stops when the Stop/Start System is
activated, and will not start automatically, the mes-
sage is shown.
j28System fault:
If the Stop/Start System is activated, but does not
operate correctly, the message is shown. Visit a
NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop.
Activating or deactivating using the Stop/Start
System OFF switch:
Using the Stop/Start System OFF switch activates
or deactivates the Stop/Start System. This is shown
in the vehicle information display:
j29 :The Stop/Start System OFF switch is
pushed to the “ON” position.
j30 :The Stop/Start System OFF switch is pushed to
the “OFF” position.
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The [Average speed] mode shows the average ve-
hicle speed since the last reset.
j3 Driving distance
The [Driving distance] mode shows the distance
driven since the last reset.
j4 Elapsed time
The [Elapsed Time] mode shows the time since the
last reset.
j5 Range (km or MILES)
The [Range] mode provides you with an estimation
of the distance that can be driven before refuelling
(distance to empty). The range is constantly being
calculated, based on the amount of fuel in the fuel
tank and the actual fuel consumption.
When the fuel level gets close to empty, the range
will change to “----”.
If the amount of fuel added is small, the display
just before the ignition switch is turned to the
“OFF” position may continue to be displayed.
When driving uphill or corners, the fuel in the
tank shifts, this may momentarily change the dis-
play.
j6 Settings
The [Settings] item is only displayed when using theswitch to control the trip computer.
Rotate the
switch to enter the [Settings] menu For more information, see “Settings menu” later in
this section.
j7 CO2 saved (where fitted)
Estimated quantity of CO2 exhaust emissions pre-
vented by Stop/Start System shown every time the
engine is automatically stopped.
For more information, see “Stop/Start System
(where fitted)” in the “5. Starting and driving” sec-
tion
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The CO2 savings and the engine stop time using
the Stop/Start System are kept in a submenu.
[Trip Saving]
View the estimated CO2 exhaust emissions pre-
vented since last reset.
It is possible to reset using the [Reset CO2]
submenu then push the
switch to set to zero.
NOTE
The [Trip Saving] value is the same informa-
tion that is displayed when the engine is auto-
matically stopped by the Stop/Start System.
[Total Saving]
View:
– The estimated CO2 exhaust emissions pre- vented.
– The time that the engine has been stopped by the Stop/Start System.
NOTE
The [Total Saving] values cannot be reset
and show accumulated Stop/Start System
information since the vehicle was built.
For more information, see “Stop/Start System
(where fitted)” in the “5. Starting and driving” sec-
tion.
[Maintenance]
The maintenance intervals of the following remind-
ers can be set or reset:
[Service] for engine oil change service reminder
Select this submenu to view, or reset the dis-
tance driven information or to set an interval
(petrol models).
– View the distance driven information:
Select [Service].
– Set procedure (petrol models only
jA):
1) Select [Service].
2) Select the distance driven/interval informa- tion.
3) Turn the
switch and set the interval (mile-
age) accordingly. For interval (mileage) de-
tails, see the separately provided Warranty
Information and Maintenance booklet.
4) Short press the
switch to confirm the set
interval (mileage).
– Reset procedure after changing engine oil.
CAUTION
Do not perform the reset operation unless
the engine oil has been changed.
For Petrol models
jA:
1) Select [Service].
2) Select [Reset]. 3) Select [Confirm] to confirm the reset of the
distance driven information to zero.
For Diesel models
jB:
1) Select [Service].
2) Press the
switch for more than 2 sec-
onds, then release.
3) Select [Reset].
4) Select [Confirm] to confirm the reset proce- dure.
Alternatively while the oil service message is
displayed (where fitted):
After changing the engine oil: Turn the igni-
tion switch to ON and, while the oil service
message is displayed within 3 seconds, push
both the
andswitches at the same
time for more than 5 seconds.
The display goes blank for 1 second; the de-
fault interval is then displayed; and finally the
display returns to normal.
[Tyre]
Select this submenu to set or reset the distance
for replacing tyres.
[Other]
Select this submenu and set or reset the dis-
tance for replacing or checking other items.
To return to the previous page of the setting mode,
select [Back].
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[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.
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