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The windscreen wiper and washer can be operated
when the ignition switch is in the ON position.
Wiper operation
Move the lever up or down to operate the wiper at
the following speeds:
Lever positionUp
j4 — for a single sweep opera-
tion of the wiper. Lever position
j1:
Intermittent ()or AUTO.
AUTO (where fitted) operates the rain-sensing auto
wiper system. (See “Rain sensor (where fitted)” later
in this section.).
— The intermittent operation speed can be adjusted
by rotating the ring forward
jA (slower) or back-
wardjB (faster).
— The wiper operation speed will vary (where fit-
ted) in accordance with the vehicle speed. For ex-
ample, when the vehicle speed is high, the intermit-
tent operation speed will be faster.
Lever position Low (
)j2 – for continuous low
speed operation
Lever position High (
)j3 – for continuous high
speed operation
Washer operation
Pull the lever toward youj5 to operate the washer.
For every fifth operation of the wiper and washer,
the headlight washing system (where fitted) will be
activated to clean the headlights. The headlight
washing system is only activated while the headlight
switchisinthe
position. See “Headlight
cleaner (where fitted)” later in this section.
Wiper drip wipe system (where fitted):
The wiper will also operate once about 3 seconds
after the washer and wiper are operated. This op-
eration is to wipe washer fluid that has dripped on
the windscreen.
Rain sensor (where fitted)
The rain sensor is activated when the AUTO posi-
tionj1 of the wiper switch is selected.
The wiper will start to operate automatically at a suit-
able speed when rain is detected on the windscreen.
The sensitivity of the rain sensing system can be
adjusted by rotating the ring of the wiper switch for-
ward
jA – less sensitive, or backwardjB – more
sensitive.
NOTE
The rain sensor is only intended for use during
rain or precipitation. During other weather condi-
tions no harm will come to the rain sensor sys-
tem if left active (wiper switch set to AUTO), al-
though occasional unexpected activation of the
wipers may occur.
NIC1471
Intermittent (without rain sensor)
NIC1469
AUTO (with rain sensor)
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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.
CAUTION
Do not operate the washer continuously for
more than 15 seconds.
Do not operate the washer if the reservoir
tank is empty or frozen.
The rear window wiper and washer can be oper-
ated when the ignition switch is in the ON position.
Turn the switch clockwise to the intermittent (
,j1 ) position or continuous (,j2 ) position to
operate the wiper. To operate the rear window washer, push the switch
towards the front of the vehicle
j3 . The rear win-
dow wiper will also operate.
NOTE
When the windscreen wiper switch is in either
the intermittent or AUTO (where fitted), low or
high speed position and the vehicle’s gear lever
is set in Reverse, the rear window wiper comes
on (where fitted).
Wiper drip wipe system (where fitted)
The wiper will also operate once about 3 seconds
after the washer and wiper are operated. This op-
eration is to wipe washer fluid that has dripped on
the windscreen.
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER
To defog/defrost the rear window glass, start the
engine and push the (Type A or Type B) 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.
NOTE
When the air conditioner, or rear defogger is
turned on the Stop/Start System will not be acti-
vated (For models with the Stop/Start System).
NIC1472NIC1326Z
DEFOGGER SWITCH
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(where fitted)
The outside rear-view mirrors will be defogged when
the defogger switch is activated.
XENON HEADLIGHTS (where fitted)
WARNING
HIGH VOLTAGE
When xenon headlights are on, they produce
a high voltage. To prevent an electric shock,
never attempt to modify or disassemble. Al-
ways have your xenon headlights replaced at
an authorised NISSAN dealer or qualified
workshop.
Xenon headlights provide considerably more
light than conventional headlights. If they are
not correctly aimed, they might temporarily
blind an oncoming driver or the driver ahead
of you and cause a serious accident. If head-
lights are not aimed correctly, immediately
take your vehicle to a NISSAN dealer or quali-
fied workshop and have the headlights ad-
justed correctly.
When the xenon headlight is initially turned on, its
brightness or colour varies slightly. However, the
colour and brightness will soon stabilise.
The life of xenon headlights will be shortened by
frequent on-off operation. It is generally desir-
able not to turn off the headlights for short inter-
vals (for example, when the vehicle stops at a
traffic signal).
If the xenon headlight bulb is close to burning
out, the brightness will drastically decrease, the
light will start blinking, or the colour of the light will become reddish. If one or more of the above
signs occur, contact a NISSAN dealer or quali-
fied workshop.
NISSAN recommends you to consult the local regu-
lations concerning the use of lights.
HEADLIGHT SWITCH
Lighting
Turn the switch to themposition:
j1 The front side, tail, number plate and instru- ment lights will come on. The indicator light
min the instrument panel will come on.
Turn the switch to the
mposition:
j2 The headlights will come on and all the other lights remain on.
CAUTION
Never leave the light switch on for extended peri-
ods of time while the engine is not running.
NIC1302Z
HEADLIGHT AND TURN SIGNAL
SWITCH
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Even if the headlight switch is off, the headlight low
beam, front side, rear combination and number plate
lights will come on after starting the engine. How-
ever, you cannot change low beam to high beam
when the light switch is off.
When the light switch is turned to the
position,
the headlight low beam will turn off.
Autolight system (AUTO — where fitted)
The autolight system allows the headlights to be set
so they turn on and off automatically. When active,
the autolight system will:
Turn on the headlights, front side, tail, number
plate and instrument panel lights automatically
when it gets dark.
Turn off all the lights when it gets light. To activate the autolight system:
1. Turn the headlight switch to the AUTO position
j1.
2. Turn the ignition switch to ON.
To disable the autolight system:
Turn the switch to the OFF,
orposition.
Headlight beam select
j
1 To select the high beam when in theposi-
tion, push the lever forward. The high beam
lights come on and the
indicator light
illuminates.
j2 Pull the lever back to select the low beam
(position).
j3Pulling the lever towards you will flash the
headlight high beam, even when the headlight
switch is off.
“Friendly Lighting”
The “Friendly Lighting” function is a convenience
facility. It allows you to provide lighting from the
vehicle after the ignition switch has been turned to
the LOCK position and the headlight switch is in the
OFF or AUTO (where fitted) position. Pulling the
headlight switch toward you once will activate the
headlight for approximately 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 when exit-
ing 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
NIC1303Z
NIC1304Z
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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. Select the heat range:
Press the forward part of the switch (large
dot) to activate the “HIGH” heat setting.
Press the rear part of the switch (small dot) to
activate the “LOW” heat setting.
For no heat, the switch has a central “OFF”
position between “HIGH” and “LOW”. 4. The seat heater switches illuminate when either
heat setting is selected and will remain on as
long as the switch is on.
5. When the vehicle’s interior has warmed-up, or before you leave the vehicle, be sure to turn the
seat heater system off.
CAUTION
Do not use the seat heater system for a long
period of time when the engine is not running,
otherwise the battery could run down.
Do not put anything on the seat that insulates
the heat, such as a blanket, cushion, seat
cover, etc. Otherwise, the seat may overheat.
Do not place anything hard or heavy on the
seat or pierce it with a pin or similar object.
This may damage the heater.
Any liquid spilled on a heated seat should be
removed immediately with a dry cloth.
When cleaning the seat, never use benzine,
thinner or any similar materials.
If any abnormalities are found or the heating
does not operate, turn off the switch and have
the system checked by a NISSAN dealer or
qualified workshop.
NIC1352ZNIC1429
HORN SEAT HEATING (where fitted)
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WARNING
The sunglasses holder should not be used
while driving so that full attention may be given
to vehicle operation.
Do not leave sunglasses in the sunglasses
holder while parking in direct sunlight. The
heat may damage the sunglasses.
The glove box contains a sunglasses storage area,
which is accessible when the glove box is open.
CONSOLE BOX
WARNING
The centre console box should not be used while
driving so that full attention may be given to ve-
hicle operation.
Pull the lid up to open the console box.
CUP HOLDERS
WARNING
Cup holders should not be used while driving so
that full attention may be given to vehicle opera-
tion.
To access the rear cup holders (where fitted), lower
the centre armrest. CAUTION
Avoid abrupt starting and braking when the
cup holder is being used to prevent spillage.
If the liquid is hot, it can scald you or your pas-
senger.
Use only soft cups in the cup holder. Hard
objects can injure you in an accident.
BOTTLE HOLDER
CAUTION
Do not use the bottle holder for any other
objects that could be thrown about in the ve-
hicle and possibly injure people during sud-
den braking or an accident.
Do not use the bottle holder for open liquid
containers.
MAP POCKET (where fitted)
Map pockets are located in the doors.
SEAT POCKET (where fitted)
A seat pocket (where fitted) is located on the back
or side of the driver and/or passenger seat.
ROOF RAIL (where fitted)
Luggage can be carried on the roof by securing
crossbars to the roof rail. Follow all crossbar manu-
facturers instructions for installing and use of the
crossbars. The roof rail is designed to carry loads
(luggage plus crossbars) below 75 kg (165 lb).
Overloading may cause damage to the vehicle.
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The C-View® sunshade will require reinitialisation
whenever:
The sunshade system does not function prop-
erly.
The battery cable is reconnected.
The fuse is replaced.
Perform the following procedure to initialise the sun-
shade system.
1. Make sure the vehicle battery is connected.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
3. Press and hold the “CLOSE” side of the switch. The system will now proceed as follows:
a. If open, the sunshade will start moving to the closed position.
b. After a few seconds, the system will fully open the sunshade.
c. From the fully open position, it returns to the closed position.
4. After reaching the closed position, release the sunshade switch.
5. The sunshade system is now reinitialised. NOTE
Do not disconnect the power for at least 2
seconds. If the reinitialisation procedure cannot be performed
successfully, take your vehicle to a NISSAN dealer
or qualified workshop.
CAUTION
Do not use for extended periods of time with the
engine stopped. This could discharge the bat-
tery.
NOTE
The interior lights will go off after approximately
15 minutes unless the ignition switch is in the
Acc or ON position.
FRONT ROOM LIGHT
The room light has a three-position switchj1.
Position Lighting
mLightisalwayson
“Middle” Light comes on when a door is
opened
0 Light remains off
NIC1573
INTERIOR LIGHTS
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Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Keys ........................................................................\
3-2
NISSAN Anti-Theft System (NATS)* key ............. 3-2
Intelligent Key (where fitted)................................ 3-2
Key number ........................................................ 3-3
New keys ........................................................... 3-3
Emergency/mechanical key (Intelligent Key
models) .............................................................. 3-3
Integrated keyfob/remote control system .................. 3-3 Switching from Convenience mode to
Anti-hijack mode ................................................. 3-4
Using the remote keyless entry system ................ 3-5
Locking the doors ............................................... 3-5
Unlocking the doors ............................................ 3-5
Keyfob operation failure ...................................... 3-6
Intelligent Key system (where fitted) ......................... 3-6 Intelligent Key operating range ............................ 3-6
Using Intelligent Key system................................ 3-7
Locking/unlocking .............................................. 3-7
Starting the engine with the Intelligent Key .......... 3-8
Door locks ............................................................... 3-9 Super Lock system (RHD models) ...................... 3-9
Locking/unlocking with the key (vehicle dead
battery) ............................................................... 3-9 Inside door handle .............................................. 3-10
Power door lock switch ...................................... 3-10
Child safety lock — rear doors............................ 3-11
Back door lock ................................................... 3-12
Security system ....................................................... 3-13 Alarm system (where fitted) ................................ 3-13
NISSAN Anti-Theft System (NATS)..................... 3-13
Bonnet release ........................................................ 3-14
Fuel filler lid ............................................................. 3-15 Fuel filler lid opener lever .................................... 3-15
Fuel filler cap ...................................................... 3-15
Handbrake lever ...................................................... 3-16
Steering wheel......................................................... 3-16
Sun visors ............................................................... 3-17
Mirrors..................................................................... 3-17 Inside rear-view mirror ........................................ 3-17
Automatic anti-dazzling inside mirror (where
fitted).................................................................. 3-17
Outside rear-view mirrors.................................... 3-17
Vanity mirror ....................................................... 3-19

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A key number platej3 is supplied with your key
Record the key number on the “Security Informa-
tion” page at the end of this manual and keep it in a
safe place, but not in the vehicle . The key can only
be duplicated using an original key or the original
key number. The key number is required when you
have lost all of the keys and do not have the original
key to duplicate from. If the key is lost, or you need
extra keys, provide an original key or the key number
to a NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop.
NISSAN does not record key numbers, so it is very
important that you keep a record of your key num-
ber.
NEW KEYS
As many as four NATS keys can be registered to
one vehicle at any one time. New keys must be reg-
istered to the NATS components of your vehicle by
a NISSAN dealer.
When registering a new key at a NISSAN dealer,
you are requested to bring all of your NATS keys
with you. This is necessary because the registration
process will erase and reprogram the memory of
your vehicle’s NATS components.
NOTE
A key number is only required if you have lost all
of your keys and do not have one to duplicate
from. If you still have a key, this key can be dupli-
cated by a NISSAN dealer.
EMERGENCY/MECHANICAL KEY
(Intelligent Key models)
The emergency key can be used to unlock the driv-
er’s door and start the engine in emergency situa-
tions (e.g. Intelligent Key dead battery).
To use the mechanical key, release the lock knob
located on the side of the Intelligent Key then slide
and remove the cap. Unfold the mechanical key from
its housing until it locks in place.
Use the mechanical key to lock or unlock the doors.
(See “Door locks” later in this section.)
For further details on accessing and using the emer-
gency key, see “Ignition knob (where fitted)” in the
“5. Starting and driving” section.
NOTE
For the driver side door, it is normal for the key
not to go all the way into the key cylinder. The remote keyless entry system can operate all
door locks (including the back door) using the inte-
grated keyfob. The integrated keyfob can operate at
a distance of approximately 5 m (15 ft) from the
vehicle (the effective distance depends upon the
conditions around the vehicle and the state of the
keyfob battery).
As many as 5 remote controllers can be used with
one vehicle. For information about the purchase and
NPA1050
NPA1082
Integrated keyfob
NPA1083
Intelligent key
INTEGRATED KEYFOB/REMOTE
CONTROL SYSTEM
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1. Make sure you have the Intelligent Key with youwhen exiting the vehicle.
2. Close all doors.
3. Press any of the outside lock switches (front doors or back door).
– All the doors lock.
– The direction indicators flash once.
– Super Lock system equipped models: The Su-
per Lock system will be activated
CAUTION
Do not leave the duplicate Intelligent Key inside
the vehicle as the locking procedure logic will
not work.
NOTE
If the Intelligent Key is left in the vehicle and the
door/back door outside lock switch is pressed, a
buzzer will sound, warning the owner that the
Intelligent Key has been left inside the vehicle.
Unlocking the doors
For details on setting the unlock mode (anti-hijack or
convenience mode) see “Switching from Conve-
nience mode to Anti-hijack mode” earlier in this sec-
tion. Convenience mode:
Push the door/back door outside lock switch.
– All doors unlock.
– The direction indicators flash twice.
– The message [All door unlock] appears in the
vehicle information display.
Anti-hijack mode:
1. Push the door/back door outside lock switch.
– The corresponding door unlocks
– The direction indicators flash twice quickly
– The message [Single door unlock] appears in the vehicle information display.
2. Push the door/back door outside lock switch again within 5 seconds.
– All doors unlock.
– The direction indicators flash twice, slowly.
NOTE
External interference may impair the Intelligent
Key’s operation. In this case, use the emergency
key located in the Intelligent Key integrated key-
fob. See “Door locks” later in this section for fur-
ther details.
CAUTION
Make sure the Intelligent Key battery is in good
condition. Note that battery life may vary de-
pending on condition, amount of use, ambi-
ent temperature, etc.
The Intelligent Key contains a miniature radio
transmitter that may be affected when placed
near metal objects.
Keep the Intelligent Key away from mobile
phones, laptop computers and other metal
objects or electronics.
STARTING THE ENGINE WITH THE
INTELLIGENT KEY
See “Ignition knob (where fitted)” in the “5. Starting
and driving” section.
CAUTION
Make sure you carry the Intelligent Key with
you when starting and driving the vehicle.
If the Intelligent Key is too far away from the
passenger compartment, the vehicle may not
start. See “Intelligent Key operating range” in
the “3. Pre-driving checks and adjustments”
section
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