engine NISSAN QASHQAI 2014 Owner´s Manual

NOTE
For an overview see “Meters and gauges” in the
“0. Illustrated table of contents” section and see
“Instrument and control layout” in the “0. Illus-
trated table of contents” section.
SPEEDOMETER
The speedometer indicates the vehicle speed. Scale
resolution on the meter varies with models.
Odometer/twin trip odometer
The odometer/twin trip odometer is displayed in the
vehicle information display when the ignition switch
is in the ON position.
The odometer
j1 displays the total distance the
vehicle has been driven.
The twin trip odometer
j2 displays the distance of
individual trips.
Changing twin trip odometer display:
Push the TRIP RESET switch
j3 on the right or left
side of the combination meter panel to change the
display as follows:
TRIP A→TRIP B→ODO→TRIP A
Resetting twin trip odometer:
Push the TRIP RESET switch
j3 for more than 1
second to reset the trip odometer to zero.
FUEL GAUGE
The fuel gauge is active when the ignition switch is
in the ON position.
The gauge may move slightly during braking, turn-
ing, acceleration, or when going uphill or downhill.
The
csymbol indicates that the fuel filler lid is
located on the right side of the vehicle.
NOTE
A low fuel warning comes on in the vehicle infor-
mation display when the fuel level is getting low.
Refuel as soon as it is convenient. There should
be a small reserve of fuel in the tank when the
fuel gauge needle reaches the empty level.The available range or distance to empty is per-
manently shown at the bottom of the vehicle in-
formation display, see “3. [Range] (dte — km or
mile)” later in this section.
CAUTION
Refill the fuel tank before the range displays “0”,
or “---”, and the gauge registers empty.
TACHOMETER
The tachometer indicates the engine speed in revo-
lutions per minute.Do not rev the engine into the
red zone
j1.
Scale resolution on the meter varies with models.
CAUTION
When the engine speed approaches the red zone,
shift to a higher gear. Operating the engine in the
red zone may cause serious engine damage.
NIC2171
NIC2334Right-Hand Drive (RHD) (for Left-Hand Drive (LHD) the layout
will be opposite)
NIC2172
METERS AND GAUGES
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ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE
GAUGE
The gauge indicates the engine coolant tempera-
ture. The engine coolant temperature should remain
within the normal range
j2.
The engine coolant temperature varies with the out-
side air temperature and driving conditions.
CAUTION
If the gauge exceeds the normal range, stop as
soon as it is safely possible. If the engine has
overheated, continued operation of the vehicle
may seriously damage the engine. See “Engine
overheat” in the “6. In case of emergency” sec-
tion for immediate action.
WARNING
Allow the engine to cool down before removing
the radiator cap to avoid the danger of being
scalded.
INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS
CONTROL
The instrument brightness control switch can be op-
erated when the ignition switch is in the ON posi-
tion. When the switch is operated, the brightness
adjustment mode appears at the bottom of the ve-
hicle information display.Push the + side of the switch
j2 to brighten the
meter panel lights and instrument panel lights. The
bar
j1 moves to the + side.
Push the - side of the switch
j2 to dim the lights.
The barj1 moves to the − side.
When the instrument brightness control is not oper-
ated for a few seconds the brightness adjustment
mode no longer appears.
NIC2117LHD (Left Hand Drive)
NIC2226RHD (Right Hand Drive)
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Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warn-
ing lightSeat belt (driver and front passenger)
warning lightFront fog light indicator light
Brake warning light (red)Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) air bag warning lightGlow plug indicator light* (Diesel
engine)
Charge warning lightWater in fuel filter warning light*High beam assist indicator light*
Forward Emergency Braking system
warning light*
Front passenger air bag status light*
High beam indicator light
Low tyre pressure warning light*Rear fog light indicator light*
Malfunction warning light (red)*
Malfunction indicator light (orange)4WD mode indicator light (AUTO)*Side light and headlight indicator
light
Master warning light4WD mode indicator light (LOCK)*Slip indicator light
NATS security warning lightDipped beam indicator lightTrailer direction indicator light
Parking brake warning lightDoor lock indicator light*Turn signal/hazard indicator lights
Power steering warning lightElectronic Stability Programme (ESP)
OFF indicator light*: where fitted
CHECKING BULBS
With all doors closed, apply the parking brake, fas-
ten the seat belts and turn the ignition switch to the
ON position without starting the engine.The following lights (where fitted) come on briefly
and then go off:,,,,,,,
,,,,,,
If any light fails to come on, it may indicate a burned-
out bulb or an open circuit in the electrical system.Have the system checked, and repaired promptly by
a NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop.
Some indicators and warnings are also displayed in
the vehicle informational display between the speed-
ometer and tachometer see “Vehicle information
display” later in this section.
WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND AUDIBLE REMINDERS
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WARNING LIGHTS
Also see “Vehicle information display” later in this
section.
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
warning light
When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light illumi-
nates and then turns off. This indicates the ABS is
operational.
If the ABS warning light illuminates while the engine
is running, or while driving, it may indicate the ABS
is not functioning properly. Have the system
checked by a NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop.
If an ABS malfunction occurs, the anti-lock function
is turned off. The brake system then operates nor-
mally, but without anti-lock assistance (see “Brake
system” in the “5. Starting and driving” section).
BRAKE warning light (red)
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON posi-
tion, the light remains illuminated for a few seconds.
If the light illuminates at any other time, it may indi-
cate that the brake system is not functioning prop-
erly. If the BRAKE warning light illuminates, stop the
vehicle immediately and contact a NISSAN dealer
or qualified workshop.
Low brake fluid warning light:
When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the
light warns of a low brake fluid level. If this warning
light illuminates, the Electronic Stability Programme(ESP) warning light and the brake system warning
light (yellow) also illuminate. If the light illuminates
while the ignition switch is in the ON position with
the parking brake not applied, stop the vehicle and
perform the following steps:
1. Check the brake fluid level. If brake fluid level is
low, add fluid and have the system checked by a
NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop. See
“Brake and clutch fluid” in the “8. Maintenance
and do-it-yourself” section.
2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the warn-
ing system checked by a NISSAN dealer or quali-
fied workshop.
WARNING
•Your brake system may not be working prop-
erly if the warning light is on. Driving could be
dangerous. If you judge the brake system to
be safe, drive carefully to the nearest service
station for repairs. Otherwise, have your ve-
hicle towed because driving it could be dan-
gerous.
•Pressing the brake pedal when the ignition
switch is not in the ON position and/or when
the brake fluid level is low may increase the
stopping distance and braking will require
greater pedal effort as well as pedal travel.
•If the brake fluid level is below the minimum
or MIN mark on the brake fluid reservoir, do
not drive until the brake system has been
checked at a NISSAN dealer or qualified work-
shop.
Charge warning light
When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the
charge warning light illuminates. After starting the
engine, the charge warning light turns off. This indi-
cates that the charging system is operational.
If the charge warning light illuminates while the en-
gine is running, or while driving, it may indicate that
the charging system is not functioning properly and
may need servicing.
When the charge warning light illuminates while driv-
ing, stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible.
Stop the engine and check the alternator belt. If the
alternator belt is loose, broken or missing, the charg-
ing system needs repair (see “Drive belts” in the
“8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section).
If the alternator belt appears to be functioning cor-
rectly but the charge warning light remains illumi-
nated, have the charging system checked by a
NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop promptly.
CAUTION
Do not continue driving if the alternator belt is
loose, broken or missing.
Forward Emergency Braking
system warning light
(where fitted)
This light illuminates when the Forward Emergency
Braking system is set to OFF on the lower display.
If the light illuminates when the Forward Emergency
Braking system is ON, it may indicate that the sys-
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on the driver side centre pillar, to turn the low
tyre pressure warning light off. If the light still
illuminates while driving after adjusting the
tyre pressure, a tyre may be flat. If you have a
flat tyre, repair it with the emergency tyre
puncture repair kit (where fitted) or replace it
with a spare tyre (where fitted) as soon as
possible.
•After adjusting the tyre pressure, be sure to
reset the TPMS. Unless the resetting is per-
formed, the TPMS will not warn of the low tyre
pressure correctly.
•When a spare tyre is mounted or a wheel is
replaced, the TPMS will not function and the
low tyre pressure warning light will flash for
approximately 1 minute. The light will remain
on after 1 minute. Contact a NISSAN dealer or
qualified workshop as soon as possible for
tyre replacement and/or system resetting.
•Replacing tyres with those not originally speci-
fied by NISSAN could affect the proper opera-
tion of the TPMS.
CAUTION
•The TPMS is not a substitute for the regular
tyre pressure check. Be sure to check the tyre
pressure regularly.
•If the vehicle is being driven at speeds of less
than 25 km/h (16 MPH), the TPMS may not
operate correctly.
•Be sure to install the specified size of tyres to
all four wheels correctly.
Malfunction warning light (red)
(where fitted)
When the ignition switch is turned to the ON posi-
tion, the malfunction warning light illuminates. This
means the system is operational.
See “Malfunction Indicator light (orange)” later in
this section for details of the orange Malfunction
Indicator light.
If the red malfunction warning light comes on steady
while the engine is running, it may indicate an en-
gine control system malfunction.
Have your vehicle inspected by a NISSAN dealer or
qualified workshop. You do not need to have your
vehicle towed to the dealer.
CAUTION
Continued vehicle operation without having the
engine control system checked and repaired as
necessary could lead to poor driveability,
reduced fuel economy and possible damage to
the engine control system, which may affect your
warranty coverage.
Incorrect setting of the engine control system may
lead to non-compliance of local and national emis-
sion laws and regulations.
Master warning light
When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the
master warning light illuminates if any of the follow-
ing are displayed in the vehicle information display
(see “Vehicle information display” later in this sec-
tion):
•No key warning
•Key ID incorrect warning
•Low windscreen washer fluid warning
•Parking brake release warning
•Door/boot open warning
•Low tyre pressure warning
•Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) warning (where fitted)
•Intelligent Key system warning
If the driver assist system warnings (where fitted)
appear in the vehicle information display, the master
warning light also illuminates. See “Blind Spot Warn-
ing (BSW) system (where fitted)” in the “5. Starting
and driving” section, “Lane Departure Warning
(LDW) system (where fitted)” in the “5. Starting and
driving” section, and/or “Forward emergency brak-
ing system (where fitted)” in the “5. Starting and
driving” section.
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Low brake fluid warning light:
When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the
light warns of a low brake fluid level. If this warning
light illuminates, the Electronic Stability Programme
(ESP) warning light and the brake system warning
light (yellow) also illuminate. If the light illuminates
while the ignition switch is in the ON position with
the parking brake not applied, stop the vehicle and
perform the following steps:
1. Check the brake fluid level. If brake fluid level is
low, add fluid and have the system checked by a
NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop. See
“Brake and clutch fluid” in the “8. Maintenance
and do-it-yourself” section.
2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the warn-
ing system checked by a NISSAN dealer or quali-
fied workshop.
WARNING
•Your brake system may not be working prop-
erly if the warning light is on. Driving could be
dangerous. If you judge the brake system to
be safe, drive carefully to the nearest service
station for repairs. Otherwise, have your ve-
hicle towed because driving it could be dan-
gerous.
•Pressing the brake pedal when the ignition
switch is not in the ON position and/or when
the brake fluid level is low may increase the
stopping distance and braking will require
greater pedal effort as well as pedal travel.
•If the brake fluid level is below the minimum
or MIN mark on the brake fluid reservoir, do
not drive until the brake system has been
checked at a NISSAN dealer or qualified work-
shop.
For further parking brake operation information see
“Parking brake switch” in the “8. Pre-driving checks
and adjustments” section.
Power steering warning light
WARNING
•If the engine is not running or is turned off
while driving, the power assist for the steer-
ing will not work. Steering will be harder to
operate.
•When the power steering warning light illumi-
nates with the engine running, there will be
no power assist for the steering. You will still
have control of the vehicle but the steering
will be harder to operate. Have the power
steering system checked by a NISSAN dealer
or qualified workshop.
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON posi-
tion, the power steering warning light illuminates.
After starting the engine, the power steering warn-
ing light turns off. This indicates that the electric
power steering system is operational.
If the power steering warning light illuminates while
the engine is running, it may indicate the power
steering system is not functioning properly and mayneed servicing. Have the electric power steering
system checked by a NISSAN dealer or qualified
workshop. See “Electric power steering system” in
the “5. Starting and driving” section.
Seat belt (driver and front
passenger) warning light
The seat belt warning light reminds you to fasten
your seat belts. The light illuminates whenever the
ignition switch is placed in the ON or START posi-
tion and remains illuminated until the driver’s and/or
front passenger’s seat belt is fastened. At the same
time, the chime sounds for about 6 seconds unless
the driver’s and/or front passenger’s seat belt is
securely fastened see “Seat belt reminder chime”
later in this section. The seat belt warning light may
also illuminate if the front passenger’s seat belt is
not fastened when the front passenger’s seat is oc-
cupied. For 7 seconds after the ignition switch is
placed in the ON position, the system does not acti-
vate the warning light for the front passenger. See
“Seat belts” in the “1. Safety — Seats, Seat belts
and Supplemental Restraint System” section for
precautions on seat belt usage.
Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) air bag warning light
WARNING
If the supplemental air bag warning light is on, it
could mean that the front air bag, side air bag
(where fitted), curtain air bag (where fitted) and/
or pre-tensioner systems will not operate in an
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accident. To help avoid injury to yourself or oth-
ers, have your vehicle checked by a NISSAN
dealer or qualified workshop as soon as pos-
sible.
When the ignition switch is in the ON or START
position, the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
air bag warning light illuminates for approximately 7
seconds and then turns off this indicates the system
is operational.
If any of the following conditions occur, the air bag
systems and pre-tensioner systems need servicing
and the vehicle must be taken to a NISSAN dealer
or qualified workshop:
•The supplemental air bag warning light remains
on after approximately 7 seconds.
•The supplemental air bag warning light flashes
intermittently.
•The supplemental air bag warning light does not
come on at all.
Unless checked and repaired, the SRS air bag sys-
tem and/or the pre-tensioner seat belt system may
not function properly.
For additional details see “SRS air bag warning
light” in the “1. Safety — Seats, Seat belts and
Supplemental Restraint System” section.
Water in fuel filter warning light
(where fitted)
If the warning light remains on or flashes irregularly
while the engine is running, there may be water in
the fuel filter. Should this happen, contact a NISSAN
dealer or qualified workshop.
CAUTION
Failure to drain the water from the fuel filter can
cause serious damage to the engine. Contact a
NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop as soon as
possible.
/Front passenger air
bag status light
(where fitted)
The front passenger air bag status light () lo-
cated on the centre console above the shift lever will
illuminate when the front passenger air bag is turned
OFF with the front passenger air bag switch. When
the front passenger air bag is turned on, the front
passenger air bag status light ON (
) will illumi-
nate.
For more details, see “Front passenger air bag sta-
tus light (where fitted)” in the “1. Safety — Seats,
Seat belts and Supplemental Restraint System” sec-
tion.
INDICATOR LIGHTS
Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) AUTO
indicator light (4WD models)
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON posi-
tion, the Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) AUTO indicator
light illuminates and then turns off.
When selecting 4WD AUTO mode while the engine
is running, the 4WD AUTO indicator light illumi-
nates. See “Four-wheel Drive (4WD) (where fitted)”
in the “5. Starting and driving” section.
4WD mode indicator light
(LOCK) (4WD models)
When the ignition switch is placed in the “ON” posi-
tion, the Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) LOCK indicator
light illuminates and then turns off. When selecting
4WD LOCK mode while the engine is running, the
4WD LOCK indicator light illuminates together with
the 4WD AUTO indicator light.
See “Four-wheel Drive (4WD) (where fitted)” in the
“5. Starting and driving” section.
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.
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Door lock indicator light
(where fitted)
The door lock indicator light located on the instru-
ment panel illuminates when all the doors are locked
while the ignition switch is in the ON position.
•When the doors are locked with the power door
lock switch, the door lock indicator light will illu-
minate for 30 minutes.
•When the doors are locked by pushing the
LOCK button on the Intelligent Key or any re-
quest switch (where fitted), the door lock indica-
tor light will illuminate for 1 minute.
•The door lock indicator light turns off when any
door is unlocked.
For locking or unlocking doors, see “Door locks” in
the “3. Pre-driving checks and adjustments” sec-
tion.
Electronic Stability Programme
(ESP) OFF indicator light
(where fitted)
The light comes on when the Electronic Stability
Programme (ESP) OFF switch is pushed to the OFF
position. This indicates that the ESP system is not
operating.
This light also comes on briefly when the ignition
switch is turned to the ON position. The light will
turn off after approximately 1 second if the ESP sys-
tem is operational.
When the ESP OFF indicator light and SLIP indica-tor light (see “SLIP indicator light (where fitted)”
later in this section) come on with the ESP system
turned on, it alerts the driver to the fact that the sys-
tem’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 quali-
fied workshop.
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.
Front fog light indicator light
The light comes on when the front fog lights are
switched on (see “Fog light switch” later in this sec-
tion).
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.
High beam assist indicator light
(where fitted)
The indicator light illuminates when the headlights
come on while the headlight switch is in the AUTO
position with the high beam selected. This indicates
that the high beam assist system is operational. (See
2-36.)
High beam indicator light
This light comes on when the headlight high beam
is on and goes out when the low beam is selected.
Malfunction Indicator light
(orange)
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.
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•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.
Rear fog light indicator light
(where fitted)
The light comes on when the rear fog light is
switched on (see “Rear fog light (where fitted)” later
in this section).
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.
SLIP indicator light
(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.
For additional information see “Electronic Stability
Programme (ESP) OFF indicator light (where
fitted)” earlier in this section and “Electronic Stabil-
ity Programme (ESP) system (where fitted)” in the
“5. Starting and driving” section.
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 section and see “Hazard warning flasher
switch” in the “6. In case of emergency” 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.
Parking brake reminder buzzer
A buzzer will sound when driving away if the parking
brake has not been released. Stop the vehicle and
release the parking brake.
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 “Fog light switch” later in this section for further
details.
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Seat belt reminder chime
A chime will sound for approximately 90 seconds if
the vehicle’s speed exceeds 15 km/h (9 MPH) and
the driver’s seat belt or front passenger’s seat belt,
if occupied (where fitted) is not securely fastened.
See “Seat belt warnings” in the “1. Safety — Seats,
Seat belts and Supplemental Restraint System” sec-
tion.
Key reminder buzzer (Intelligent Key
models)
The external buzzer will beep 3 times if:
•The Intelligent Key is removed from the vehicle
while the ignition is not in the LOCK position.
•The vehicle is being locked remotely or using an
outside door lock switch and the Intelligent Key
has been left inside the vehicle.
Park reminder chime (where fitted)
A chime will sound if the ignition switch is placed in
the LOCK position and the shift lever is not in the P
(Park) position.
Stop/Start System reminder buzzer
(where fitted)
The engine will shift to the normal stopped state if
any of the following operations is made during Stop/
Start System activation, and the Stop/Start System
buzzer will sound if:
– The driver’s seat belt is unfastened and the driv-
er’s door is open (MT models)– The vehicle engine bonnet is open.
When any of the above conditions continues for
over 3 minutes the Stop/Start System buzzer will
sound in 5-minute intervals as a reminder to prevent
the possibility of a dead battery. Use the ignition
switch to turn off the engine.
Close the bonnet or the driver’s door, or fasten the
seat belt then restart the engine using the ignition
switch.
For more information, see “[Stop/Start]” in the “5. In-
struments and controls” section and “Stop/Start
System (where fitted)” in the “5. Starting and driving”
section.The vehicle information display
j1 is located be-
tween the tachometer and the speedometer, and it
displays such items as:
•Vehicle settings
•Trip computer information
•Drive system warnings and settings (where fit-
ted)
•Cruise control system information
•NISSAN Intelligent Key operation information
•Chassis Control
•Indicators and warnings (where fitted)
•Tyre Pressure information
NIC2203
VEHICLE INFORMATION DISPLAY
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