NISSAN SENTRA 2004 B15 / 5.G Manual PDF

SWITCH OPERATION
The windshield wiper and washer operates when
the ignition key is in the ON position.
Push the lever down to operate the wiper at the
following speed:
s1Intermittent (if so equipped) — intermittent
operation can be adjusted by turning the
knob toward
sA(Slower) orsB(Faster) .
s2Low — continuous low speed operation
s3High — continuous high speed operationPull the lever toward you
s4to operate the
washer. The wiper will also operate several times.
WARNING
In freezing temperatures the washer solu-
tion may freeze on the windshield and
obscure your vision which may lead to an
accident. Warm the windshield with the
defroster before you wash the windshield.
CAUTION
cDo not operate the washer continu-
ously for more than 30 seconds.cDo not operate the washer if the reser-
voir tank is empty.
cDo not fill the window washer reservoir
tank with washer fluid concentrates at
full strength. Some methyl alcohol
based washer fluid concentrates may
permanently stain the grille if spilled
while filling the window washer reser-
voir tank.
cPre-mix washer fluid concentrates with
water to the manufacturer’s recom-
mended levels before pouring the fluid
into the window washer reservoir tank.
Do not use the window washer reservoir
tank to mix the washer fluid concen-
trate and water.
Type A
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Type B
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WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER
SWITCH
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To defrost the rear window glass, start the engine
and push the rear window defroster switch on.
The rear window defroster indicator light on the
switch comes on. Push the switch again to turn
the defroster off.
The rear window defroster automatically turns off
after approximately 15 minutes.
CAUTION
When cleaning the inner side of the rear
window, be careful not to scratch or dam-
age the rear window defroster.
HEADLIGHT CONTROL SWITCH
Lighting
s1When turning the switch to theposi-
tion, the front parking, tail, license plate and
instrument panel lights come on.
s2When turning the switch to theposi-
tion, the headlights come on and all the other
lights remain on.
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Type B
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REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER
SWITCHHEADLIGHT AND TURN SIGNAL
SWITCH
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Headlight beam select
s1To select the high beam function, push the
lever forward. The high beam lights come on
and the
light illuminates.
s2Pull the lever back to select the low beam.
s3Pulling and releasing the lever flashes the
headlight high beams on and off.
DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT SYSTEM
(Canada only)
The headlights automatically illuminate at a re-
duced intensity when the engine is started with
the parking brake released. The daytime running
lights operate with the headlight switch in the
OFF position or in the
position. Turn the
headlight switch to theposition for full
illumination when driving at night.
If the parking brake is applied before the engine is
started, the daytime running lights do not illumi-
nate. The daytime running lights illuminate when
the parking brake is released. The daytime run-
ning lights will remain on until the ignition switch
is turned off.
WARNING
When the daytime running light system is
active, tail lights on your vehicle are not
on. It is necessary at dusk to turn on your
headlights. Failure to do so could cause
an accident injuring yourself and others.
INSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESS
CONTROL
The instrument brightness control operates when
the headlight switch is in theorposition.
Turn the control to adjust the brightness of instru-
ment panel lights.
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TURN SIGNAL SWITCH
Turn signal
s1Move the lever up or down to signal the
turning direction. When the turn is com-
pleted, the turn signals cancel automatically.
Lane change signal
s2To signal a lane change, move the lever up or
down to the point where the indicator light
begins to flash, but the lever does not latch.
FOG LIGHT SWITCH (if so equipped)
To turn the front fog lights on, rotate the switch to
theposition.
To turn them off, rotate the switch to the OFF
position.
The headlights must be on and the low beams
selected for the fog lights to operate. The fog
lights automatically turn off when the high beam
headlights are selected.Push the switch on to warn other drivers when
you must stop or park under emergency condi-
tions. All turn signal lights flash.
WARNING
cIf stopping for an emergency, be sure to
move the vehicle well off the road.
cDo not use the hazard warning flashers
while moving on the highway unless
unusual circumstances force you to
drive so slowly that your vehicle might
become a hazard to other traffic.
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HAZARD WARNING FLASHER
SWITCH
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cTurn signals do not work when the haz-
ard warning flasher lights are on.
The flashers will operate with the ignition switch
in any position.
Some state laws may prohibit the use of
the hazard warning flasher switch while
driving.
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. Tam-
pering with the supplemental front air bag
system may result in serious personal
injury.The power outlets are for powering electrical
accessories such as cellular telephones. They
are rated at 12 Volt, 120W (10A) maximum.
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Instrument panel
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HORN POWER OUTLET
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CAUTION
cThe outlet and plug may be hot during
or immediately after use.
cOnly certain power outlets are designed
for use with a cigarette lighter unit. Do
not use any other power outlet for an
accessory lighter. See your NISSAN
dealer for additional information.
cDo not use with accessories that ex-
ceed a 12 volt, 120W (10A) power draw.
Do not use double adapters or more
than one electrical accessory.cUse power outlets with the engine run-
ning to avoid discharging the vehicle
battery.
cAvoid using power outlets when the air
conditioner, headlights or rear window
defroster is on.
cBefore inserting or disconnecting a
plug, be sure the electrical accessory
being used is turned OFF.
cPush the plug in as far as it will go. If
good contact is not made, the plug may
overheat or the internal temperature
fuse may blow.
cWhen not in use, be sure to close the
cap. Do not allow water to contact the
outlet.This power outlet
sAcan be used with an acces-
sory cigarette lighter element. Contact your
NISSAN dealer for information.
This power outlet can also be used for powering
electrical accessories such as cellular tele-
phones.
CAUTION
cThe cigarette lighter should not be used
while driving so full attention may be
given to vehicle operation.
cThe outlet and plug may be hot during
or immediately after use.
Console (if so equipped)
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CIGARETTE LIGHTER
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cDo not use any other power outlet for an
accessory lighter.
cDo not use with accessories that ex-
ceed a 12 volt, 120W (10A) power draw.
Do not use double adapters or more
than one electrical accessory.
cUse power outlets with the engine run-
ning to avoid discharging the vehicle
battery.
cAvoid using power outlets when the air
conditioner, headlights or rear window
defroster is on.
cBefore inserting or disconnecting a
plug, be sure the electrical accessory
being used is turned OFF.
cPush the plug in as far as it will go. If
good contact is not made, the plug may
overheat or the internal temperature
fuse may blow.
cWhen not in use, be sure to close the
cap. Do not allow water to contact the
outlet.
SUNGLASSES HOLDER (if so
equipped)
To open the sunglasses holder, push and release.
WARNING
The sunglasses case should not be used
while driving so full attention may be
given to vehicle operation.
CAUTION
cDo not use for anything other than
sunglasses.
cDo not leave sunglasses in the sun-
glasses holder while parking in direct
sunlight. The heat may damage the
sunglasses.
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STORAGE
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CUP HOLDERS
Front
The right side cup holder has an adapter that can
be removed to accommodate larger cups. Twist
the adapter to remove it.
WARNING
The cup holder should not be used while
driving so full attention may be given to
vehicle operation.
Rear (if so equipped)
To open, pull the cup holder out fully. To close,
push the cup holder in fully.
CAUTION
cAvoid abrupt starting and braking when
the cup holder is being used to prevent
spilling the drink. If the liquid is hot, it
can scald you or your passenger.
cUse only soft cups in the cup holder.
Hard objects can injure you in an
accident.
GLOVE BOX
Open the glove box by pulling the handle.
WARNING
Keep glove box lid closed while driving to
help prevent injury in an accident or a
sudden stop.
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COIN BOX
WARNING
The coin box should not be used while
driving so full attention may be given to
vehicle operation.
CONSOLE BOX (if so equipped)
WARNING
The center console box should not be
used while driving so full attention may be
given to vehicle operation.
The console box can store compact discs. A
business card holder and a tissue holder are also
contained within the console box.
To open the console box lid:
s1Pull up on the lever.
s2Lift the console lid.
INSTRUMENT PANEL STORAGE (if
so equipped)
To open the storage tray, push and release. The
storage tray will automatically move to the open
position.
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cThe inside of the storage tray can get hot. Do
not place objects inside which can melt or
be easily deformed.
WARNING
cThe storage tray should not be used
while driving so full attention may be
given to vehicle operation.
cKeep the tray lid closed while driving to
help prevent contents from becoming
projectiles causing injury in an accident
or during a sudden stop.
POWER WINDOWS (if so equipped)
WARNING
cMake sure that all passengers have
their hands, etc. inside the vehicle while
it is in motion and before closing the
windows. Use the window lock switch
to prevent unexpected use of the power
windows.
cDo not leave children unattended inside
the vehicle. They could unknowingly ac-
tivate switches or controls and become
trapped in a window. Unattended chil-
dren could become involved in serious
accidents.
1. Door lock/unlock button
2. Window lock button
3. Front passenger side
4. Right rear passenger side
5. Left rear passenger side
6. Driver side automatic switch
Driver’s side power window switch
The power windows operate only when the igni-
tion switch is in the ON position.
To open the driver side window, push the driver’s
side automatic switch down until the desired win-
dow position is reached. To close the window, lift the
switch up. The driver side control panel is equipped
with switches to open or close all the windows.
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WINDOWS
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