light NISSAN QASHQAI 2017 Owner´s Manual

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Be sure not to put anything on top of the
photo sensor
*Alocated on the top of the
instrument panel. The photo sensor con-
trols the autolight; if it is covered, the
photo sensor reacts as if it is dark and the
headlights will illuminate.
Automatic headlights off delay (if so
equipped):
You can keep the headlights on for up to 180
seconds after you place the ignition switch in the
OFF and open any door then close all the doors.
You can adjust the period of the automatic
headlights off delay from 0 seconds (OFF) to
180 seconds. The factory default setting is 45
seconds.For automatic headlights off delay setting, see
“Vehicle Settings” (P.2-22) .
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Headlight beam select
*1To select the high beam function, push the lever
forward. The high beam lights come on and the
light illuminates.
*2Pull the lever back to select the low beam.
*3Pulling and releasing the lever flashes the
headlight high beams on and off.

High beam assist (if so equipped)
The high beam assist system will operate when
the vehicle is driven at speeds of approximately
19 MPH (30 km/h) and above. If an oncoming
vehicle or leading vehicle appears in front of your
vehicle when the headlight high beam is on, the
headlight will be switched to the low beam
automatically.
Precautions on high beam assist:
WARNING
.The high beam assist system is a
convenience but it is not a substi-
tute for safe driving operation. The
driver should remain alert at all
times, ensure safe driving practices
and switch the high beams and low
beam manually when necessary.
.The high beam or low beam may not
switch automatically under the fol-
lowing conditions. Switch the high
beam and low beam manually.
— During bad weather (rain, fog,
snow, wind, etc.) .
— When a light source similar to a
headlight or tail light is in the
vicinity of the vehicle.— When the headlights of the
oncoming vehicle or the leading
vehicle are turned off, when the
color of the light is affected due
to foreign materials on the
lights, or when the light beam
is out of position.
— When there is a sudden, contin-
uous change in brightness.
— When driving on a road that
passes over rolling hills, or a
road that has level differences.
— When driving on a road with
many curves.
— When a sign or mirror-like sur-
face is reflecting intense light
towards the front of the vehicle.
— When the container, etc. being
towed by a leading vehicle is
reflecting intense light.
— When a headlight on your vehi-
cle is damaged or dirty.
— When the vehicle is leaning at
an angle due to a punctured tire,
being towed, etc..The timing of switching the low
beam and high beam may change
under the following situations.
— The brightness of the headlights
of the oncoming vehicle or lead-
ing vehicle.
— The movement and direction of
the oncoming vehicle and the
leading vehicle.
— When only one light on the
oncoming vehicle or the leading
vehicle is illuminated.
— When the oncoming vehicle or
the leading vehicle is a two-
wheeled vehicle.
— Road conditions (incline, curve,
the road surface, etc.) .
— The number of passengers and
the amount of cargo.
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High beam assist operations:
To activate the high beam assist system, turn the
headlight switch to the AUTO position
*1and
push the lever forward
*2(high beam position) .
The high beam assist indicator light in the meter
will illuminate while the headlights are turned on.
If the high beam assist indicator light does not
illuminate in the above condition, it may indicate
that the system is not functioning properly. It is
recommended you have the system checked by
a NISSAN dealer.
When the vehicle speed lowers to less than
approximately 13 MPH (20 km/h) , the headlight
remains the low beam.To turn off the high beam assist system, turn the
headlight switch to the
position or select
the low beam position by placing the lever in the
neutral position.
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Ambient image sensor maintenance:
The ambient image sensor
*Afor the high
beam assist system is located in front of the
inside mirror. To keep the proper operation of
the high beam assist system and prevent a
system malfunction, be sure to observe the
following:
.Always keep the windshield clean.
.Do not attach a sticker (including transpar-
ent material) or install an accessory near the
ambient image sensor.
.Do not strike or damage the areas around
the ambient image sensor. Do not touch the
sensor lens that is located on the ambient
image sensor.

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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TURN SIGNAL SWITCH
*1Turn signal
Move the lever up or down to signal the turning
direction. When the turn is completed, the turn
signals cancel automatically.
*2Lane change signal
Move the lever up or down until the turn signal
begins to flash, but the lever does not latch, to
signal a lane change. Hold the lever until the lane
change is completed.
Move the lever up or down until the turn signal
begins to flash, but the lever does not latch, and
release the lever. The turn signal will automati-
cally flash three times.Choose the appropriate method to signal a lane
change based on road and traffic conditions.
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FOG LIGHT SWITCH (if so equipped)
To turn the fog lights on, turn the headlight
switch to theposition, then turn the fog light
switch to theposition.
To turn the fog lights on with the headlight
switch in the AUTO position, the headlights
must be on, then turn the fog light switch to the
position.
To turn them off, turn the fog light switch to the
OFF position.
The headlights must be on for the fog lights to
operate. The fog lights automatically turn off
when the high beam headlights are selected.

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To sound the horn, push the center pad area of
the steering wheel.
WARNING
Do not disassemble the horn. Doing so
could affect proper operation of the
supplemental front air bag system.
Tampering with the supplemental front
air bag system may result in serious
personal injury.
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The heated steering wheel system is designed
to operate only when the surface temperature of
the steering wheel is below 688F (208C) .
Push the heated steering wheel switch to warm
the steering wheel after the engine starts. The
indicator light on the switch will illuminate.
If the surface temperature of the steering wheel
is below 688F (208C) , the system will heat the
steering wheel and cycle off and on to maintain a
temperature above 688F (208C) . The indicator
light will remain on as long as the system is on.
Push the switch again to turn the heated
steering wheel system off manually. The indica-
tor light will turn off.NOTE:
If the surface temperature of the steering
wheel is above 688F (208C) when the switch
is turned on, the system will not heat the
steering wheel. This is not a malfunction.
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HORNHEATED STEERING WHEEL (if so
equipped)

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WARNING
Do not use or allow occupants to use
the seat heater if you or the occupants
cannot monitor elevated seat tempera-
tures or have an inability to feel pain in
body parts that contact the seat. Use of
the seat heater by such people could
result in serious injury.
CAUTION
.The battery could run down if the
seat heater is operated while the
engine is not running.
.Do not use the seat heater for
extended periods or when no one
is using the seat.
.Do not put anything on the seat
which insulates heat, such as a
blanket, cushion, seat cover, etc.
Otherwise, the seat may become
overheated.
.Do not place anything hard or heavy
on the seat or pierce it with a pin or
similar object. This may result indamage to the heater.
.Any liquid spilled on the heated seat
should be removed immediately
with a dry cloth.
.When cleaning the seat, never use
gasoline, thinner, or any similar
materials.
.If any malfunctions are found or the
heated seat does not operate, turn
the switch off and have the system
checked. It is recommended you
visit a NISSAN dealer for this ser-
vice.
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The seats are warmed by built-in heaters. The
switches located on the center console can be
operated independently of each other.
1. Start the engine.
2. Select heat range.
*1For high-speed heating, push the HI
(High) side of the switch.
*2For low-speed heating, push the LO
(Low) side of the switch.
The indicator light on the switch
*3will
illuminate when the heater is on.
3. To turn off the heater, return the switch to
the level position. Make sure the indicator
light goes off.
HEATED SEATS (if so equipped)

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)

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The vehicle should be driven with the Vehicle
Dynamic Control (VDC) system on for most
driving conditions.
If the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, the VDC
system reduces the engine output to reduce
wheel spin. The engine speed will be reduced
even if the accelerator is depressed to the floor.
If maximum engine power is needed to free a
stuck vehicle, turn the VDC system off.
To turn off the VDC system, push the VDC OFF
switch. The
indicator light will illuminate.
Push the VDC OFF switch again or restart the
engine to turn on the system. (See “Vehicle
Dynamic Control (VDC) system” (P.5-104) .)
JVI1595X
The All-Wheel Drive (AWD) lock switch is
located on the instrument panel. The AWD
LOCK indicator light will illuminate when the
switch is turned on. For additional information,
refer to “All-Wheel Drive (AWD)” (P.5-96) .
Each time you push the switch, the AWD mode
will switch: AUTO?LOCK?AUTO.
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The ECO mode system helps to enhance the
fuel economy by controlling the engine and CVT
operation (for CVT models) automatically to
avoid rapid acceleration.
To turn on the ECO mode system, push the
ECO switch. The ECO mode indicator appears
on the meter.
To turn off the ECO mode, push the ECO switch
again. The ECO mode indicator will turn off.
.The ECO mode system cannot be turned off
while the accelerator pedal is depressed
even if the ECO switch is pushed to OFF.
Release the accelerator pedal to turn off the
ECO mode system.
VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC)
OFF SWITCHALL-WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) LOCK
SWITCH (if so equipped)ECO MODE SWITCH

.The ECO mode system will turn off auto-
matically if a malfunction occurs in the
system.
.Turn off the ECO mode system when
acceleration is required such as when:
— driving with a heavy load of passengers
or cargo in the vehicle
— driving on a steep uphill slope
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The power outlet is located in the instrument
panel.
CAUTION
.The outlet and plug may be hot
during or immediately after use.
.Do not use with accessories that
exceed a 12 volt, 120W (10A) power
draw. Do not use double adapters or
more than one electrical accessory.
.Use power outlet with the engine
running to avoid discharging the
vehicle battery..Avoid using power outlet when the
air conditioner, headlights or rear
window defroster is on.
.This power outlet is not designed
for use with a cigarette lighter unit.
.Push the plug in as far as it will go.
If good contact is not made, the plug
may overheat or the internal tem-
perature fuse may open.
.Before inserting or disconnecting a
plug, be sure the electrical acces-
sory being used is turned OFF.
.When not in use, be sure to close
the cap. Do not allow water or any
liquid to contact the outlet.
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POWER OUTLET