open hood NISSAN QUEST 2014 RE52 / 4.G Owners Manual

0-6Illustrated table of contents
SSI0825
1. Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch(P.2-40)
2. Blind Spot Warning (BSW) switch* (P.2-40) — Blind Spot Warning (BSW)* (P.5-17)
3. Sliding door switch* (driver’s side) (P.3-9)
4. Sliding door switch* (passenger’s side) (P.3-9)
5. Instrument brightness control switch (P.2-37) 6. Power lift gate switch* (P.3-26)
7. Headlight, fog light and turn signal switch
— Headlight (P.2-33)
— Turn signal (P.2-37)
— Fog light* (P.2-38)
8. Trip computer switch (P.2-23) 9. TRIP/RESET switch for twin trip odometer
(P.2-6)
10. Wiper and washer switch (P.2-30)
11. Fuse box cover (P.8-21)
12. Fuel-filler door opener handle (P.3-30)
13. Hood release handle (P.3-25)
14. Headlight aiming control* (P.2-36)
15. Power door main switch* (P.3-9, P.3-27)
16. Steering-wheel-mounted controls (left side) — Audio control steering switch* (P.4-100)
— Hands-Free Phone System switch* (P.4-114,
P.4-124)
17. Horn (P.2-38)
18. Steering-wheel-mounted controls (right side) — Cruise control system (P.5-24)
*: if so equipped
COCKPIT

SSI0825
1. Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch
2. Blind Spot Warning (BSW) switch*— Blind Spot Warning (BSW)*
3. Sliding door switch* (driver’s side)
4. Sliding door switch* (passenger’s side)
5. Instrument brightness control switch
6. Power lift gate switch* 7. Headlight, fog light and turn signal switch
— Headlight
— Turn signal
— Fog light*
8. Trip computer switch
9. TRIP/RESET switch for twin trip odometer
10. Wiper and washer switch 11. Fuse box cover
12. Fuel-filler door opener handle
13. Hood release handle
14. Headlight aiming control*
15. Power door main switch*
16. Steering-wheel-mounted controls (left side)
— Audio control steering switch*
— Hands-Free Phone System switch*
17. Horn
18. Steering-wheel-mounted controls (right side) — Cruise control system
*: if so equipped
Instruments and controls2-3
COCKPIT

3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Keys ........................................................................\
...................... 3-3Intelligent Key system ......................................................... 3-3
Mechanical key .................................................................... 3-4
Valet hand-off ....................................................................... 3-5
Doors ........................................................................\
.................... 3-5 Locking with mechanical key ............................................ 3-5
Opening and closing windows with the mechanical
key (if so equipped) ........................................................... 3-6
Locking with inside lock knob .......................................... 3-6
Locking with power door lock switch ............................ 3-6
Automatic door locks ......................................................... 3-7
Sliding doors ........................................................................\
3-7
Sliding door auto closure function (if
so equipped) ........................................................................\
3-9
Child safety sliding door lock .......................................... 3-9
Power sliding door (if so equipped) .................................... 3-9
Precautions on power sliding door operation ........... 3-10
Switching sliding door operation ................................. 3-11
Operating sliding door switch ...................................... 3-12
Operating the power sliding door with the Intelligent
Key (if so equipped) ........................................................ 3-12
Operating sliding door by power assist ..................... 3-13
Sliding door auto reverse function .............................. 3-13
Intelligent Key system ........................................................... 3-13 Intelligent Key operating range ..................................... 3-15 Door locks/unlocks precaution ................................... 3-15
Intelligent Key operation ............................................... 3-16
Battery saver system ..................................................... 3-19
Warning signals .............................................................. 3-19
Troubleshooting guide .................................................. 3-20
Remote keyless entry system ............................................. 3-21
How to use remote keyless entry system ................ 3-22
Hood ........................................................................\
................. 3-25
Lift gate ........................................................................\
............ 3-26 Operating manual lift gate ........................................... 3-26
Operating power lift gate (if so equipped) ............. 3-26
Auto closure .................................................................... 3-29
Lift gate release .............................................................. 3-30
Fuel-filler door ........................................................................\
3-30 Opening fuel-filler door ................................................ 3-30
Fuel-filler cap .................................................................. 3-30
Tilt/telescopic steering ......................................................... 3-32 Tilt or telescopic operation .......................................... 3-32
Sun visors ........................................................................\
........ 3-33
Mirrors ........................................................................\
.............. 3-33
Inside mirror ..................................................................... 3-33
Outside mirrors ............................................................... 3-35
Vanity mirror ..................................................................... 3-36
Communication mirror (if so equipped) ................... 3-36

SPA2858
When opening the hood:
1. Pull the hood lock release handle
*1located below the instrument panel; the
hood will then spring up slightly.
2. Locate the lever
*2in between the hood
and grille and push the lever sideways with
your fingertips.
3. Raise the hood
*3.
4. Remove the support rod
*4and insert it
into the slot
*5.
Hold the coated part
*Awhen removing or
resetting the support rod. Avoid direct
contact with the metal parts, as they may
be hot immediately after the engine has been stopped.
When closing the hood:
1. While supporting the hood, return the
support rod to its original position.
2. Slowly lower the hood to about 8 to 12 in (20 to 30 cm) above the hood lock, then let
it drop.
3. Make sure it is securely latched.WARNING
. Make sure the hood is completely
closed and latched before driving.
Failure to do so could cause the hood to fly open and result in an
accident.
. If you see steam or smoke coming
from the engine compartment, to
avoid injury do not open the hood.
Pre-driving checks and adjustments3-25
HOOD

5-34Starting and driving
.A sturdy, flat board to be placed under the
jack to give it firm support.
. A shovel to dig the vehicle out of snow-
drifts.
. Extra window washer fluid to refill the
reservoir tank.
DRIVING ON SNOW OR ICE
WARNING
.Wet ice (328F, 0 8C and freezing rain) ,
very cold snow or ice can be slick
and very hard to drive on. The
vehicle will have much less traction
or “grip” under these conditions. Try
to avoid driving on wet ice until the
road is salted or sanded.
. Whatever the condition, drive with
caution. Accelerate and slow down
with care. If accelerating or down-
shifting too fast, the drive wheels
will lose even more traction.
. Allow more stopping distance under
these conditions. Braking should be
started sooner than on dry pave-
ment.
. Allow greater following distances
on slippery roads. .
Watch for slippery spots (glare ice) .
These may appear on an otherwise
clear road in shaded areas. If a
patch of ice is seen ahead, brake
before reaching it. Try not to brake
while on the ice, and avoid any
sudden steering maneuvers.
. Do not use cruise control on slip-
pery roads.
. Snow can trap dangerous exhaust
gases under your vehicle. Keep
snow clear of the exhaust pipe and
from around your vehicle.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (if so
equipped)
Engine block heaters are used to assist with
cold temperature starting.
The engine block heater should be used when
the outside temperature is 208F( −78C) or lower.
To use the engine block heater
1. Turn the engine off.
2. Open the hood and unwrap the engine
block heater cord.
3. Plug the engine block heater cord into a grounded 3-wire, 3-pronged extension cord. 4. Plug the extension cord into a Ground Fault
Interrupt (GFI) protected, grounded 110-
volt AC (VAC) outlet.
5. The engine block heater must be plugged in for at least 2 - 4 hours, depending on
outside temperatures, to properly warm the
engine coolant. Use an appropriate timer to
turn the engine block heater on.
6. Before starting the engine, unplug and properly store the cord to keep it away from
moving parts.
WARNING
. Do not use your engine block heater
with an ungrounded electrical sys-
tem or a 2-pronged adapter. You can
be seriously injured by an electrical
shock if you use an ungrounded
connection.
. Disconnect and properly store the
engine block heater cord before
starting the engine. Damage to the
cord could result in an electrical
shock and can cause serious injury.
. Use a heavy-duty 3-wire, 3-pronged
extension cord rated for at least
10A. Plug the extension cord into a

6-12In case of emergency
5. Start the engine of the booster vehicle*Band let it run for a few minutes.
6. Keep the engine speed of the booster vehicle
*Bat about 2,000 rpm, and start
the engine of the vehicle
*Abeing jump
started.
CAUTION
Do not keep the starter motor engaged
for more than 10 seconds. If the engine
does not start right away, place the
ignition switch in the OFF position and
wait 10 seconds before trying again.
7. After starting your engine, carefully discon- nect the negative cable and then the positive
cable (
*4?*3?*2?*1).
8. Replace the vent caps (if so equipped). Be sure to dispose of the cloth used to cover
the vent holes as it may be contaminated
with corrosive acid. Do not attempt to start the engine by pushing.
CAUTION
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) models cannot be push-started
or tow-started. Attempting to do so may
cause transmission damage.
CAUTION
.
Do not continue to drive if your
vehicle overheats. Doing so could
cause engine damage or a vehicle
fire.
. To avoid the danger of being
scalded, never remove the radiator
cap while the engine is still hot.
When the radiator cap is removed,
pressurized hot water will spurt out,
possibly causing serious injury.
. Do not open the hood if steam is
coming out.
If your vehicle is overheating (indicated by an
extremely high temperature gauge reading) , or if
you feel a lack of engine power, detect abnormal
noise, etc., take the following steps:
1. Move the vehicle safely off the road, apply the parking brake and move the shift lever to
the P (Park) position.
Do not stop the engine.
2. Turn off the air conditioner. Open all the windows, move the heater or air conditioner
temperature control to maximum hot and fan
control to high speed.
PUSH STARTING IF YOUR VEHICLE OVERHEATS

3. Get out of the vehicle. Look and listen forsteam or coolant escaping from the radiator
before opening the hood. (If steam or
coolant is escaping, turn off the engine.)
Do not open the hood further until no steam
or coolant can be seen.
4. Open the engine hood.
WARNING
If steam or water is coming from the
engine, stand clear to prevent getting
burned.
5. Visually check drive belts for damage or looseness. Also check if the cooling fan is
running. The radiator hoses and radiator
should not leak water. If coolant is leaking,
the water pump belt is missing or loose, or
the cooling fan does not run, stop the
engine.
WARNING
Be careful not to allow your hands, hair,
jewelry or clothing to come into contact
with, or get caught in, engine belts or
the engine cooling fan. The engine cooling fan can start at any time.
6. After the engine cools down, check the coolant level in the reservoir tank with the
engine running. Add coolant to the reservoir
tank if necessary. Have your vehicle repaired
at a NISSAN dealer.
In case of emergency6-13

7-2Appearance and care
In order to maintain the appearance of your
vehicle, it is important to take proper care of it.
To protect the paint surface, wash your vehicle
as soon as you can:
.after a rainfall to prevent possible damage
from acid rain
. after driving on coastal roads
. when contaminants such as soot, bird
droppings, tree sap, metal particles or bugs
get on the paint surface
. when dust or mud builds up on the surface
Whenever possible, store or park your vehicle
inside a garage or in a covered area.
When it is necessary to park outside, park in a
shady area or protect the vehicle with a body
cover.
Be careful not to scratch the paint surface
when putting on or removing the body
cover.
WASHING
Wash dirt off the vehicle with a wet sponge and
plenty of water. Clean the vehicle thoroughly
using a mild soap, a special vehicle soap or
general purpose dishwashing liquid mixed with
clean, lukewarm (never hot) water.
CAUTION
. Do not use car washes that use acid
in the detergent. Some car washes,
especially brushless ones, use some
acid for cleaning. The acid may react
with some plastic vehicle compo-
nents, causing them to crack. This
could affect their appearance, and
also could cause them not to func-
tion properly. Always check with
your car wash to confirm that acid
is not used.
. Do not wash the vehicle with strong
household soap, strong chemical
detergents, gasoline or solvents.
. Do not wash the vehicle in direct
sunlight or while the vehicle body is
hot, as the surface may become
water-spotted.
. Avoid using tight-napped or rough
cloths, such as washing mitts. Care
must be taken when removing
caked-on dirt or other foreign sub-
stances so the paint surface is not
scratched or damaged.
Rinse the vehicle again with plenty of clean water.
Inside flanges, seams and folds on the doors,
hatches and hood are particularly vulnerable to
the effects of road salt. Therefore, these areas
must be regularly cleaned. Make sure that the
drain holes in the lower edge of the door are
open. Spray water under the body and in the
wheel wells to loosen the dirt and wash away
road salt.
Avoid leaving water spots on the paint surface
by using a damp chamois to dry the vehicle.
WAXING
Regular waxing protects the paint surface and
helps retain new vehicle appearance. Polishing
is recommended to remove built-up wax residue
and to avoid a weathered appearance before
reapplying wax.
A NISSAN dealer can assist you in choosing the
proper product.
.
Wax your vehicle only after a thorough
washing. Follow the instructions supplied
with the wax.
. Do not use a wax containing any abrasives,
cutting compounds or cleaners that may
damage the vehicle finish.
Machine compound or aggressive polishing on a
base coat/clear coat paint finish may dull the
finish or leave swirl marks.
CLEANING EXTERIOR

8-2Maintenance and do-it-yourself
Some day-to-day and regular maintenance is
essential to maintain your vehicle’s good me-
chanical condition, as well as its emission and
engine performance.
It is the owner’s responsibility to make sure that
the scheduled maintenance, as well as general
maintenance, is performed.
As the vehicle owner, you are the only one who
can ensure that your vehicle receives the proper
maintenance. You are a vital link in the main-
tenance chain.
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
For your convenience, both required and op-
tional scheduled maintenance items are de-
scribed and listed in your “NISSAN Service and
Maintenance Guide”. You must refer to that
guide to ensure that necessary maintenance is
performed on your vehicle at regular intervals.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
General maintenance includes those items
which should be checked during normal day-
to-day operation. They are essential for proper
vehicle operation. It is your responsibility to
perform these procedures regularly as pre-
scribed.
Performing general maintenance checks re-
quires minimal mechanical skill and only a few
general automotive tools.These checks or inspections can be done by
yourself, a qualified technician or, if you prefer, a
NISSAN dealer.
WHERE TO GO FOR SERVICE
If maintenance service is required or your vehicle
appears to malfunction, have the systems
checked and serviced by a NISSAN dealer.
NISSAN technicians are well-trained specialists
and are kept up-to-date with the latest service
information through technical bulletins, service
tips, and in-dealership information systems.
They are completely qualified to work on
NISSAN vehicles
beforework begins.
You can be confident that a NISSAN dealer’s
service department performs the best job to
meet the maintenance requirements on your
vehicle. During the normal day-to-day operation of the
vehicle, general maintenance should be per-
formed regularly as prescribed in this section. If
you detect any unusual sounds, vibrations or
smell, be sure to check for the cause or have a
NISSAN dealer do it promptly. In addition, you
should notify a NISSAN dealer if you think that
repairs are required.
When performing any checks or maintenance
work, see “Maintenance precautions” (P.8-5) .
EXPLANATION OF MAINTENANCE
ITEMS
Additional information on the following
items with “*” is found later in this section.
Outside the vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should be
performed from time to time, unless otherwise
specified.
Doors and engine hood:
Check that all doors
and the engine hood operate properly. Also
ensure that all latches lock securely. Lubricate
hinges, latches, latch pins, rollers and links if
necessary. Make sure that the secondary latch
keeps the hood from opening when the primary
latch is released.
When driving in areas using road salt or other
corrosive materials, check lubrication frequently.
MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENT GENERAL MAINTENANCE

8-18Maintenance and do-it-yourself
REPLACING
CAUTION
.After wiper blade replacement, re-
turn the wiper arm to its original
position; otherwise it may be da-
maged when the hood is opened.
. Make sure the wiper blades contact
the glass; otherwise the arm may be
damaged from wind pressure.
SDI2694
Type A
Replace the wiper blades if they are worn.
1. Pull the wiper arm.When lifting the wiper
arm, lift the driver’s side first, then the
passenger’s side. Otherwise, the wiper
blades may be scratched and may
cause damage.
2. Release the lock tab
*1and then move the
wiper blade
*2as illustrated.
3. Remove the wiper blade.
4. Insert the new wiper blade onto the wiper arm until it clicks into place.
Contact a NISSAN dealer for wiper blade rubber
replacement.