warning lights NISSAN QASHQAI 2016 Owner´s Manual

SUNSHADE OPERATION
The sunshade operates only when the ignition switch
is in the ON position.
WARNING
Never allow hands or fingers, or any part of your
body within operating range of the sunshade. You
could be injured.
Opening and closing
Manual control:
To close the sunshade, press and hold the “CLOSE”
side of the switch
j1 To stop the sunshade from
closing fully, release the switch.
To open the sunshade press and hold the “OPEN”
side of the switch
j2 To stop the sunshade from
opening fully, release the switch.
Automatic operation:
To fully open or close the sunshade automatically,
press briefly on the open or close side of the switch
and then release. To stop the sunshade from open-
ing or closing, press either side of the switch.
Auto-reverse function:
When the control unit detects something caught in
the sunshade, the sunshade will open automatically.
NOTE
The auto-reverse function remains active
whether the sunshade is being closed manually
or automatically.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 a period of time
unless the ignition switch is in the Acc or ON
position.
ROOM LIGHT CONTROL SWITCH
The room light control switch has three positions:
ONj1 , OFFj2 and centrej3.
ON position
When the switch is in the ON positionj1 , the light
will illuminate.
OFF position
When the switch is in the OFF positionj2 , the light
will not illuminate, regardless of the condition.
Centre position
When the switch is in the centre position, the light
comes on when a door is opened
ROOM LIGHT TIMER (where fitted)
The room light will stay on for a period of time when:
•The ignition is switched off.
•The doors are unlocked.
•Any door is opened and then closed.
The timer is cancelled, and the interior light will turn
off when:
•The doors are locked.
•The ignition switch is turned to the ON position.
MAP LIGHTS (where fitted)
Operate the map light switch to turn the map light
on or off.
j1 : ON position
SIC4573Z
SIC4572Z
INTERIOR LIGHTS
2-50Instruments and controls

The electric parking brake can be applied or re-
leased by operating the parking brake switchjA.
To apply:Pull the switch
jAupj1 the indicator
light will illuminate.
To release:With the ignition switch in the ON posi-
tion, depress the brake pedal and push the switch
jA downj2 . The indicator light will turn off.
Before driving, check that the brake warning light
goes out. For additional information, see “Warn-
ing/indicator lights and audible reminders” in the
“2. Instruments and controls” section.
The electric parking brake also has an auto apply
and auto release function.
Manual transmission vehicles:
•Vehicle with key ignition switch:
The parking brake will automatically release
when you drive away using the accelerator, and
will automatically apply when the ignition switch
is placed in the OFF position.
•Vehicle with push-button ignition switch:
The parking brake will automatically release
when you drive away using the accelerator, and
will automatically apply when you switch the en-
gine off.
XTRONIC transmission vehicles:
The parking brake does not apply automatically. If
applied manually, the parking brake will automati-
cally release when you press the accelerator with
the shift lever in Drive (D) or Reverse (R), provided:
•The driver is wearing a seat belt, or
•The driver accelerates away within 5 seconds of
shifting from Park (P) or Neutral (N) to Drive (D)
or Reverse (R).
If you have tried to start driving the vehicle while not
wearing a seat belt, you will need to put on your seat
belt and place the shift lever in Drive (D) or Reverse
(R) again before the parking brake will release auto-
matically.
If you have a vehicle with XTRONIC Transmission,
and you require automatic parking brake applica-
tion, please contact a NISSAN dealer.
To keep the electric parking brake released after
turning off the ignition:
•Vehicle with key ignition switch:
While the ignition switch is in the ON position,
press the brake pedal and push the parking brake
switch
jA , while turning the ignition switch OFF.
•Vehicle with push-button ignition switch:
While the engine is running, press the brake
pedal and push the parking brake switch
jA,
while switching the ignition switch OFF.
The parking brake can also be released when the
ignition switch is in the OFF position, provided the
key is in the ignition switch; or for vehicles with
push-button ignition switch before a door is opened.
Press the brake pedal and push the parking brake
switch
jA.
WARNING
•Be sure the electric parking brake is released
before driving. Failure to do so could cause
brake failure and lead to an accident.
•Do not release the parking brake from out-
side the vehicle.
•Do not leave children unattended in a vehicle.
They could release the parking brake and
cause an accident.
•Before leaving the vehicle, confirm that the
vehicle is held by the parking brake or trans-
mission.
NOTE
•Do not start driving while the parking brake is
applied this may cause the paring brake to
overheat or reduce its effectiveness, which
could result in an accident.
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PARKING BRAKE SWITCH
3-16Pre-driving checks and adjustments

WARNING
Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.
You could lose control of your vehicle and cause
an accident.
Release the lock lever as illustrated and adjust the
steering wheel to the desired position (up or down,
forwards or backwards). Firmly push the lock lever
back into position to lock the steering wheel in place.CAUTION
Do not store the sun visor before returning it to
its original position.
1. To block out glare from the front, move the main
sun visor downwards.
2. To block glare from the side, remove the main
sun visor from the centre mount and move it to
the side.
INSIDE REAR-VIEW MIRROR
j
1Night position
j2Day position
jAFront of the vehicle
The night position
j1 will reduce glare from the
headlights of vehicles behind you at night.
WARNING
Only use the night position
j1 when necessary,
as it reduces rear-view clarity.
NPA1272NPA839Z
NPA862Z
STEERING WHEEL SUN VISORS MIRRORS
3-18Pre-driving checks and adjustments

AUTOMATIC ANTI-DAZZLING INSIDE
MIRROR (where fitted)
The inside mirror is designed so that it automatically
adjusts the reflection according to the intensity of
the following vehicle’s headlights on the sensor
jC.
The automatic anti-dazzling inside mirror will oper-
ate when the ignition switch is in the Acc or ON
position. The light
jA shows the system is activated.
The automatic anti-dazzling inside mirror can be de-
activated by pressing the power button
jB . The lightjA will turn off to show system deactivation.
CAUTION
Do not cover the sensor, hang any object on the
mirror or spray glass cleaner directly on the mir-
ror. Doing so will reduce the sensitivity of the
sensor, resulting in improper operation.
OUTSIDE REAR-VIEW MIRRORS
WARNING
•Check the position of all mirrors before driv-
ing. Altering their position while driving could
distract your attention from the driving opera-
tion.
•Objects viewed in the outside mirrors are
closer than they appear.
•Never touch the outside rear-view mirrors
while they are in motion. Doing so may pinch
your fingers or damage the mirror.
•Never drive the vehicle with the outside rear-
view mirrors folded. This reduces rear view
visibility and may lead to an accident.
Adjusting — Remote control
j
ALHD models
jBRHD models
Slide the control to the left
j1 or to the rightj2to
select the left or right outside rear-view mirror, then
adjust the mirror to the desired position by pushing
the control as illustrated
j3.
NPA1273
NPA1276
NPA1278
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5Starting and drivingStarting 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
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)................ 5-4
Meter information................................................ 5-7
Activation............................................................ 5-7
TPMS sensor ID and position recognition ........... 5-7
Adjusting TPMS target pressure ......................... 5-8
Tyre pressure units ............................................. 5-8
[Check cold tyre] message ................................. 5-8
TPMS temperature calibration............................. 5-8
On-pavement and off-road driving precautions ......... 5-9
Three-way catalyst (Petrol engine models)................ 5-9
To help prevent damage ..................................... 5-9
Turbocharger system (Diesel engine models) ........... 5-10
Care when driving ................................................... 5-10
Engine cold start period ...................................... 5-10
Loading luggage ................................................. 5-10
Driving on wet roads ........................................... 5-10
Driving under winter conditions ........................... 5-10
Ignition switch (where fitted) .................................... 5-11
Manual transmission ........................................... 5-11
XTRONIC transmission (CVT) ............................ 5-11
Steering lock ...................................................... 5-11
Key positions ...................................................... 5-11
NISSAN Anti-Theft System (NATS) (where
fitted).................................................................. 5-12
Push-button ignition switch (where fitted) ................. 5-12Precautions on push-button ignition switch
operation ............................................................ 5-12
Intelligent Key system ......................................... 5-12
Ignition switch positions ...................................... 5-13
Emergency engine shut off.................................. 5-14
Steering lock ...................................................... 5-14
Intelligent Key battery discharge.......................... 5-14
Starting engine ........................................................ 5-15
Models with Intelligent Key system ...................... 5-15
Models without Intelligent Key system ................. 5-16
Driving the vehicle.................................................... 5-17
Driving with manual transmission......................... 5-17
Driving with XTRONIC Transmission (CVT) ........ 5-18
Stop/Start System (where fitted) .............................. 5-22
Normal operation ................................................ 5-22
Precautions ........................................................ 5-24
Stop/Start System OFF switch ........................... 5-25
Environmental savings ........................................ 5-25
Four-wheel Drive (4WD) (where fitted)..................... 5-26
4WD mode operations........................................ 5-27
4WD shift tips .................................................... 5-27
4WD Mode indicator lights ................................. 5-28
Driving four-wheel drive (4WD) safely ................. 5-28
Blind Spot Warning (BSW) system (where fitted)..... 5-30
BSW system operation ....................................... 5-30
BSW driving situations ....................................... 5-32
BSW temporary disabled status.......................... 5-32
BSW automatic deactivation ............................... 5-33
BSW malfunction ............................................... 5-33
BSW camera unit maintenance ........................... 5-33

During the first 1,600 km (1,000 miles), follow these
recommendations for the future reliability and
economy of your new vehicle. Failure to follow the
recommendations may result in shortened engine
life and reduced engine performance.
•Avoid driving for long periods at a constant
speed, either fast or slow.
•Do not accelerate at full throttle in any gear.
•Avoid quick starts.
•Avoid hard braking as much as possible.
•Do not tow a trailer during the first 800 km (500
miles).
NOTE
Models with K9K diesel engine will achieve top
performance only after approximately 5,000 km
(3,000 miles).
WARNING
The driving characteristics of your vehicle can be
changed remarkably by any additional load and
its distribution as well as by adding optional
equipment (trailer couplings, roof racks, etc.).
Your driving style and speed have to be adjusted
accordingly. Especially when carrying heavy
loads, your speed must be reduced adequately.
•Make sure the area around the vehicle is free of
obstacles.
•Check fluid levels such as engine oil, coolant,
brake and clutch fluid, and window washer fluid
as frequently as possible, at least whenever you
refuel.
•Visually inspect tyres for their appearance and
condition. Also check the tyre pressure for
proper inflation.
•Maintenance items in the “8. Maintenance and
do-it-yourself” section should be checked peri-
odically.
•Check that all windows and light lenses are
clean.
•Check that all doors are closed.
•Position the seat and adjust the head restraints.
•Adjust the inside and outside mirrors.
•Fasten your seat belt and ask all passengers to
do likewise.
•Check the operation of the warning/indicator
lights when the ignition switch is turned to the
ON position.
•Do not place hard or heavy objects on the dash-
board or rear parcel shelf in order to prevent
injury in the event of a sudden stop.
RUNNING-IN SCHEDULE BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
5-2Starting and driving

•If the engine is revving up to a hazardous
speed in manual shift mode, the transmission
may shift up automatically. When the vehicle
speed decreases, the transmission automati-
cally shifts down and shifts to 1st gear before
the vehicle comes to a stop.
Accelerator downshift – In the D (Drive)
and Ds (Drive Sport) position
For rapid passing or driving uphill, fully depress the
accelerator pedal to the floor. This shifts the trans-
mission down into a lower gear, depending on the
vehicle speed.
Shift lock release
j
1LHD models
j2RHD models
jAShift lock release buttonIf the battery charge is low or discharged, the shift
lever may not move from the P (Park) position even
with the brake pedal depressed and the shift lever
button pushed.
To move the shift lever, perform the following proce-
dure:
1.Models with Intelligent Key system:
Place the ignition switch in the “OFF” or LOCK
position.
Models without Intelligent Key system:
Place the ignition switch in the LOCK position,
and remove the key if it is inserted.
2. Apply the parking brake.
3. Push down the shift lock release button
jA . Use
a suitable tool.
4. Push and hold the shift lever button and move
the shift lever to the N (Neutral) position while
holding down the shift lock release button.
Place the ignition switch in the ON position to un-
lock the steering wheel. The vehicle may be moved
to the desired location.
For models with Intelligent Key system: If the battery
is discharged completely, the steering wheel cannot
be unlocked. Do not move the vehicle with the steer-
ing wheel locked.
If the shift lever cannot be moved out of the P (Park)
position, have a NISSAN dealer or qualified work-
shop check the XTRONIC system as soon as pos-
sible.
WARNING
If the shift lever cannot be moved from the P
(Park) position while the engine is running and
the brake pedal is depressed, the stop lights may
not work. Malfunctioning stop lights could cause
an accident injuring yourself and others.
High fluid temperature protection mode
This transmission has a high fluid temperature pro-
tection mode. If the fluid temperature becomes too
high (for example, when climbing steep grades in
high temperature with heavy loads, such as when
towing a trailer), engine power and, under some
conditions, vehicle speed will be decreased auto-
matically to reduce the chance of transmission dam-
age. Vehicle speed can be controlled with the ac-
celerator pedal, but engine and vehicle speed may
be limited.
Fail-safe
When the fail-safe operation occurs, the vehicle
speed will be decreased automatically to reduce the
chance of transmission damage. Vehicle speed can
be controlled with the accelerator pedal, but the
engine power may be limited. Have a NISSAN dealer
or qualified workshop check and repair the trans-
mission.
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the engine idling, and wait until the warning mes-
sage is no longer displayed, the 4WD mode re-
turns to the AUTO mode.
•Braking distance in 4WD mode is the same as in
2WD mode.
•Even if the mode automatically changes to AUTO
mode, when driving in the LOCK mode, the indi-
cator light stays in the LOCK mode.
CAUTION
•Only use the 4WD mode control when driving
in a straight direction (to select 2WD, AUTO or
LOCK).
•Do not use the 4WD mode control when turn-
ing or reversing.
•Do not use the 4WD mode control with the
front wheels spinning (to select 2WD, AUTO,
or LOCK).
•Be especially careful when starting or driving
on slippery surfaces with the 4WD mode set
to AUTO.
•Never drive on dry hard surface roads in the
LOCK position as this will overload the power
train and may cause serious malfunctions.
4WD MODE INDICATOR LIGHTS
•4WD mode indicator light (LOCK):
This light comes on when the ignition switch is
turned to the ON position, and turns off within 1
second. When selecting LOCK mode while theengine is running, this light will illuminate simul-
taneously along with the 4WD mode indicator
light (AUTO).
•4WD mode indicator light (AUTO):
This light comes on when the ignition switch is
turned to the ON position, and turns off within 1
second. If the engine is running, this light will illu-
minate when selecting AUTO mode.
The 4WD mode indicator light is located in the
instrument panel.
The light should turn off within 1 second of the
ignition switch being turned to the ON position.
While the engine is running, the 4WD mode indi-
cator light will display the position selected by
the 4WD mode control.
NOTE
The 4WD mode indicator light may blink while
shifting from one drive mode to another. Once
shifting is completed, the 4WD mode indicator
light will come on. If the indicator light does not
come on immediately, make sure that the area
around the vehicle is safe and free from ob-
stacles. Drive the vehicle straight (DO NOT ac-
celerate, decelerate or reverse), then turn the
4WD mode control.
If the 4WD warning lights comes on, the 4WD indi-
cator light(s) will go out.
DRIVING FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD)
SAFELY
Your NISSAN is designed for both normal and off-
road use. However, avoid driving in deep water or
mud as your NISSAN is mainly designed for leisure
use, unlike a conventional off-road vehicle.
Remember that Two-Wheel drive (2WD) models are
less capable than Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) models
for rough road driving and extrication when stuck,
for example, in deep snow or mud.
Please observe the following precautions:
•Drive carefully when off-road and avoid danger-
ous areas. Always wear seat belts to help keep
you and your passengers in position when driv-
ing over rough terrain.
•Do not drive across steep slopes. Instead drive
either straight up or straight down the slope. Off-
road vehicles can tip over sideways much more
easily than they can forwards or backwards.
•Many hills are too steep for any vehicle. If you
drive up them, you may stall. If you drive down
them, you may not be able to control your speed.
If you drive across them, you may roll over.
•Do not shift gears when driving on downhill
grades as this could cause loss of control of the
vehicle.
•Stay alert when driving to the top of a hill. At the
top there could be a drop-off or other hazard that
could cause an accident.
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mirrors) will illuminate. If the turn signal is then acti-
vated, the system chimes (twice) and the Blind spot
indicator light will start flashing bright orange to alert
you to the presence of vehicle(s) in the adjacent
lane.
The Blind spot indicator light continues to flash until
the detected vehicle(s) leave the detection zone.
Detection zone
The camera unit can detect vehicles on either side
of your vehicle when part of another vehicle is within
the detection zone shown as illustrated.
This detection zone typically starts from the outside
mirror of your vehicle and extends approximately 3
m (10 ft) behind the rear bumper, and approximately
3 m (10 ft) sideways.
The brightness of the Blind Spot Indicator lights is
adjusted automatically depending on the brightness
of the ambient light.
A chime sounds if the camera unit has already de-
tected vehicles when the driver activates the turnsignal. If a vehicle comes into the detection zone
after the driver activates the turn signal, then only
the Blind Spot Indicator light flashes and no chime
sounds. (See “BSW driving situations” later in this
section.)
Turning the BSW system on or off
Turning the BSW system on or off is done using the
[Settings] menu in the vehicle information display.
For details. see “Vehicle information display” in the
“2. Instruments and controls” section.
In the [Settings] menu, select the [Driver Assistance]
key. Then select [Driving Aids]. Select [Blind Spot
Warning] key by pressing. A tick mark
next to [Blind Spot Warning] indicates that the sys-
tem is turned on.
SYSTEM ON:
The BSW light on the vehicle information display will
light up.
SYSTEM OFF:
The BSW light on the vehicle information display will
turn off.
WARNING
•The camera unit may not be able to detect
when certain objects are present such as:
– Pedestrians, bicycles, animals.
– Vehicles such as motorcycles, low height
vehicles, or high ground clearance
vehicles.
– Oncoming vehicles.– A vehicle approaching rapidly from behind.
(See “BSW driving situations” later in this
section.)
– A vehicle which your vehicle overtakes rap-
idly. (See “BSW driving situations” later in
this section.)
– A vehicle that merges or changes lanes
rapidly directly next to your vehicle.
•The camera unit may not be able to detect
properly when your vehicle travels beside the
middle section of a vehicle with long wheel-
base (for example, trailer truck, semi-trailer,
tractor).
•The camera detection zone is designed based
on a standard lane width. When driving in a
wider lane, the camera unit may not detect
vehicles in an adjacent lane. When driving in a
narrow lane, the camera unit may detect ve-
hicles driving two lanes away.
•The camera unit is designed to ignore most
stationary objects, however objects such as
guardrails, walls, foliage and parked vehicles
may occasionally be detected. This is a nor-
mal operating condition.
•The camera unit may detect the reflected im-
age of vehicles or roadside objects that are
not actually in the detection zone, especially
when the road is wet.
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SYSTEM OPERATION
The forward emergency braking system will func-
tion when your vehicle is driven at speeds above
approximately 5 km/h (3 MPH).
If a risk of a forward collision is detected, the for-
ward emergency braking system will provide the
first warning to the driver by flashing the forward
collision warning light (orange) and providing an au-
dible warning.
If the driver applies the brakes quickly and forcefully
after the warning, and the forward emergency brak-
ing system detects that there is still the possibility of
a forward collision, the system will automatically in-
crease the braking force.
If the driver does not take action, the forward emer-
gency braking system issues the second visual
warning (red) and audible warning. If the driver re-
leases the accelerator pedal, then the system ap-
plies partial braking
If the risk of a collision becomes imminent, the for-
ward emergency braking system applies harder
braking automatically.
NOTE
The vehicle’s brake lights come on when braking
is performed by the forward emergency braking
system.
Depending on vehicle speed and distance to the
vehicle ahead, as well as driving and roadway con-
ditions, the system may help the driver avoid a for-ward collision or may help mitigate the
consequences if a collision should one be unavoid-
able.
If the driver is handling the steering wheel, acceler-
ating or braking, the forward emergency braking
system will function later or will not function.
The automatic braking will cease under the follow-
ing conditions:
•When the steering wheel is turned as far as nec-
essary to avoid a collision.
•When the accelerator pedal is depressed.
•When there is no longer a vehicle detected
ahead.
If the forward emergency braking system has
stopped the vehicle, the vehicle will remain at a
standstill for approximately 2 seconds before the
brakes are released.
WARNING
•The radar sensor does not detect the follow-
ing objects:
– Pedestrians, animals or obstacles in the
roadway
– Oncoming vehicles
– Crossing vehicles
•The radar sensor has some performance limi-
tations. If a stationary vehicle is in the vehi-
cle’s path, the forward emergency brakingsystem will not function when the vehicle is
driven at speeds over approximately 45 MPH
(70 km/h).
•The radar sensor may not detect a vehicle
ahead in the following conditions:
– Dirt, ice, snow or other material covering
the radar sensor.
– Interference by other radar sources.
– Snow or road spray from travelling
vehicles.
– If the vehicle ahead is narrow (e.g. motor-
cycle).
– When driving on a steep downhill slope or
roads with sharp curves.
– When towing a trailer.
•In some road or traffic conditions, the forward
emergency braking system may unexpectedly
apply partial braking. When acceleration is
necessary, continue to depress the accelera-
tor pedal to override the system.
•Braking distances increase on slippery sur-
faces.
•Excessive noise will interfere with the warn-
ing chime sound, and the chime may not be
heard.
•The system is designed to automatically
check the sensor’s functionality, within cer-
tain limitations. The system may not detect
some forms of obstruction of the sensor area
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