ignition NISSAN QASHQAI 2017 Owner´s Manual

If the ambient image sensor is damaged due to
an accident, it is recommended you contact a
NISSAN dealer.
Battery saver system
.When the headlight switch is in theorposition while the ignition switch is in
the ON position, the lights will automatically
turn off within a period of time after the
ignition switch has been placed in the OFF
position.
.When the headlight switch remains in the
orposition after the lights auto-
matically turn off, the lights will turn on when
the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position.
CAUTION
.When you turn on the headlight
switch again after the lights auto-
matically turn off, the lights will not
turn off automatically. Be sure to
turn the light switch to the OFF
position when you leave the vehicle
for extended periods of time, other-
wise the battery will be discharged.
.Never leave the light switch on
when the engine is not running forextended periods of time even if the
headlights turn off automatically.
Daytime Running Light (DRL) system
The LED portion of the headlights automatically
illuminate at 100% intensity when the engine is
started and the parking brake released. The LED
Daytime Running Light (DRL) operate with the
headlight switch in the OFF position or in the
position. When you turn the headlight
switch to theposition for full illumination,
the LED lights switch from LED DRL to the park
function.
If the parking brake is applied before the engine
is started, the LED DRL do not illuminate. The
LED DRL illuminate when the parking brake is
released. The LED DRL will remain on until the
ignition switch is placed in the OFF position.
It is necessary at dusk to turn the headlight
switch ON for interior controls and switches to
illuminate, as those remain OFF while the switch
is in the OFF position.
WARNING
When the LED DRL system is active, tail
lights on your vehicle are not on. It is
necessary at dusk to turn on yourheadlights. Failure to do so could cause
an accident injuring yourself and
others.
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The heater is controlled by a thermostat,
automatically turning the heater on and off.
The indicator light will remain on as long as
the switch is on.
When the vehicle’s interior is warmed, or
before you leave the vehicle, be sure to turn
off the switch.
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The Lane Departure Prevention (LDP) switch is
used to turn on and off the LDP system.
The LDP system must be turned on with the LDP
switch every time the ignition is placed in the ON
position.
When the LDP switch is turned off, the indicator
*1on the switch is off.
The LDP system warns the driver with a warning
indicator and a chime, and helps assist the driver
to return the vehicle to the center of the traveling
lane by applying the brakes to the left or right
wheels individually (for a short period of time) .
For additional information, see “Lane Departure
Prevention (LDP)” (P.5-36) .
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The Blind Spot Warning (BSW) switch is used
to temporarily turn on and off the BSW system
that is activated using the settings menu of the
vehicle information display.
When the BSW switch is turned off, the
indicator
*1on the switch is off. The indicator
will also be off if the BSW system is deactivated
using the vehicle information display.
The BSW system helps alert the driver of other
vehicles in adjacent lanes when changing lanes.
For additional information, see “Blind Spot
Warning (BSW)” (P.5-42) .
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LANE DEPARTURE PREVENTION
(LDP) SWITCH (if so equipped)BLIND SPOT WARNING (BSW)
SWITCH (if so equipped)

POWER WINDOWS
WARNING
.Make sure that all passengers have
their hands, etc. inside the vehicle
while it is in motion and before
closing the windows. Use the win-
dow lock switch to prevent unex-
pected use of the power windows.
.To help avoid risk of injury or death
through unintended operation of
the vehicle and or its systems,
including entrapment in windows
or inadvertent door lock activation,
do not leave children, people who
require the assistance of others or
pets unattended in your vehicle.
Additionally, the temperature inside
a closed vehicle on a warm day can
quickly become high enough to
cause a significant risk of injury or
death to people and pets.
The power windows operate when the ignition
switch is in the ON position, or for about 45
seconds after the ignition switch is placed in the
OFF position. If the driver’s or front passenger’s
door is opened during this period of about 45seconds, power to the windows is canceled.
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1. Window lock button
2. Driver side window
3. Rear left passenger side window
4. Front passenger side window
5. Rear right passenger side window
Main power window switch (driver’s
side)
To open or close the window, push down*Aor
pull up
*Bthe switch and hold it. The main
switch (driver side switches) will open or close
all the windows.
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WINDOWS

Auto-reverse function
WARNING
There are some small distances imme-
diately before the closed position which
cannot be detected. Make sure that all
passengers have their hands, etc., in-
side the vehicle before closing the
window.
If the control unit detects something caught in
the window as it is closing, the window will be
immediately lowered.
The auto reverse function can be activated when
the window is closed by automatic operation
when the ignition switch is in the ON position or
for 45 seconds after the ignition switch is placed
in the OFF position.
Depending on the environment or driving
conditions, the auto reverse function may
be activated if an impact or load similar to
something being caught in the window
occurs.
If the windows do not close automatically
If the power window automatic function (closing
only) does not operate properly, perform the
following procedure to initialize the power
window system.
1. Place the ignition switch in the ON position.
2. Close the door.
3. Open the window completely by operating
the power window switch.
4. Pull the power window switch and hold it to
close the window, and then hold the switch
more than 3 seconds after the window is
closed completely.
5. Release the power window switch. Operate
the window by the automatic function to
confirm the initialization is complete.
If the power window automatic function does
not operate properly after performing the pro-
cedure above, it is recommended you have your
vehicle checked by a NISSAN dealer.WARNING
.In an accident you could be thrown
from the vehicle through an open
moonroof. Always use seat belts
and child restraints.
.Do not allow anyone to stand up or
extend any portion of their body out
of the moonroof opening while the
vehicle is in motion or while the
moonroof is closing.
CAUTION
.Remove water drops, snow, ice or
sand from the moonroof before
opening.
.Do not place any heavy object on
the moonroof or surrounding area.
POWER MOONROOF
The moonroof only operates when the ignition
switch is in the ON position.
The moonroof is operational for about 45
seconds, even if the ignition switch is pushed
to the OFF position. If the driver’s door or the
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MOONROOF (if so equipped)

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passenger’s door is opened during this period of
about 45 seconds, power to the moonroof is
canceled.
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Sunshade
The sunshade will open automatically when the
moonroof is opened. However, it must be closed
manually.
Tilting the moonroof
To tilt up, first close the moonroof, then push the
switch to the tilt up position
*1and release it; it
need not be held. To tilt down the moonroof,
push the switch to the tilt down position
*2.
Sliding the moonroof
To fully open or close the moonroof, push the
switch to the open
*2or close*1position and
release it; it need not be held. The roof will
automatically open or close all the way. To stop
the roof, push the switch once more while it is
opening or closing.
Auto reverse function
WARNING
There are some small distances imme-
diately before the closed position which
cannot be detected. Make sure that all
passengers have their hands, etc., in-
side the vehicle before closing the
moonroof.
If the control unit detects something caught in
the moonroof when it is closing, the moonroof
will be immediately opened.
The auto reverse function can be activated when
the moonroof is closed by automatic operation
when the ignition switch is in the ON position or
for about 45 seconds after the ignition switch is
pushed to the OFF position.
If the moonroof cannot be closed automatically
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INTERIOR LIGHT SWITCH
*1The interior light can be turned ON regardless of
door position. The light will go off after a period
of time unless the ignition switch is placed in the
ON position when any door is opened.
*2The interior lights can be set to operate when
the doors are opened. To turn off the interior
lights when a door open, push the switch, the
interior lights will not illuminate, regardless of
door position. The lights will go off when the
ignition switch is placed in the ON position, or
the driver’s door is closed and locked. The lights
will also go off after a period of time when the
doors are open.
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CONSOLE LIGHT (if so equipped)
The console light will turn on whenever the
parking lights or headlights are illuminated.
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MAP LIGHTS
Push the button to turn the map lights on. To
turn them off, push the button again.

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ROOM LIGHT
The room light has a three-position switch.
When the switch is in the ON position
*1, the
room light illuminates.
When the switch is in the DOOR position
*2,
the room light illuminates when a door is
opened.
The interior light timer will keep the room light on
for approximately 15 seconds when:
.The key is removed from the ignition switch
with the driver’s door closed. (model without
Intelligent Key system)
.The ignition switch is placed in the OFF
position. (model with Intelligent Key system)The interior light timer will be cancelled when:
.The driver’s door is locked.
.The ignition switch is placed in the ON
position.
When the switch is in the OFF position
*3, the
room light does not illuminate, regardless of any
condition.
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VANITY MIRROR LIGHT (if so equipped)
The light on the vanity mirror will turn on when
the cover on the vanity mirror is opened.
When the cover is closed, the light will turn off.
The lights will also turn off after a period of
time when the lights remain illuminated to
prevent the battery from becoming dis-
charged.
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CARGO LIGHT
The cargo lights illuminate when the liftgate is
opened. When the liftgate is closed, the lights
will turn off.
The light will also turn off after a period of
time when the light remains illuminated
after the ignition switch has been pushed
to the OFF position to prevent the battery
from becoming discharged.

LOCKING WITH POWER DOOR LOCK
SWITCH
Operating the power door lock switch (located
on the driver’s and front passenger’s doors) will
lock or unlock all the doors.
To lock the doors, push the power door lock
switch to the lock position
*1with the driver’s
and front passenger’s doors open, then close
the door.
When locking the door this way, be sure
not to leave the key inside the vehicle.
To unlock the doors, push the power door lock
switch to the unlock position
*2.
Lockout protection
Lockout protection function helps to prevent the
keys from being accidentally locked inside the
vehicle.
When the power door lock switch (driver’s or
front passenger’s side) is moved to the lock
position with the Intelligent Key left in the vehicle
(models with Intelligent Key system) or the key
left in the ignition switch (models without
Intelligent Key system) and any door open, all
doors will unlock automatically and a chime will
sound after the door is closed.
AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKS
.All doors lock automatically when the vehicle
speed reaches 15 MPH (24 km/h) .
.All doors unlock automatically when the
ignition switch is placed in the OFF position
or when the shift lever is moved to the P
(Park) position, if selected (CVT model) .
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CHILD SAFETY REAR DOOR LOCK
Child safety rear door locks help prevent the rear
doors from being opened accidentally, espe-
cially when small children are in the vehicle.
When the levers are in the lock position
*1, the rear doors can be opened only
from the outside.
To disengage, move the levers to the unlock
position
*2.
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3-8Pre-driving checks and adjustments
It is possible to lock/unlock all doors (including
the liftgate) , and activate the panic alarm by
using the key fob from outside the vehicle.
Before locking the doors, make sure the
key is not left in the vehicle.
The key fob can operate at a distance of
approximately 33 ft (10 m) from the vehicle.
(The effective distance depends upon the
conditions around the vehicle.)
As many as 4 key fobs can be used with one
vehicle. For information concerning the pur-
chase and use of additional key fobs, contact a
NISSAN dealer.
The key fob will not function:
.When the key fob is not within the opera-
tional range.
.When the doors are open or not closed
securely.
.When the key is in the ignition switch.
.When the battery is discharged.
WARNING
The remote keyless entry key fob trans-
mits radio waves when the buttons are
pushed. The FAA advises that the radio
waves may affect aircraft navigation
and communication systems. Do notoperate the key fob while on an air-
plane. Make sure the buttons are not
operated unintentionally when the unit
is stored during a flight.
CAUTION
The following conditions or occur-
rences will damage the key fob.
.Do not allow the key fob to become
wet.
.Do not drop the key fob.
.Do not strike the key fob sharply
against another object.
.If the outside temperature is below
148F (-108C) degrees, the battery of
key fob may not function properly.
.Do not place the key fob for an
extended period in an area where
temperatures exceed 1408F (608C) .
If a key fob is lost or stolen, NISSAN
recommends erasing the ID code of that
key fob. This will prevent the key fob
from unauthorized use to unlock the
vehicle. For information regarding the
erasing procedure, it is recommendedthat you visit a NISSAN dealer.
For information regarding the replacement of a
battery, see “Key fob battery replacement” (P.8-
21) .
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM
(if so equipped)