NISSAN SENTRA 2016 B17 / 7.G Owners Manual

Malfunction Indicator Light(MIL)
If this indicator light comes on steady or blinks
while the engine is running, it may indicate a
potential emission control malfunction.
The MIL may also come on steady if the fuel-filler
cap is loose or missing, or if the vehicle runs out
of fuel. Check to make sure the fuel-filler cap is
installed and closed tightly, and that the vehicle
has at least 3 gallons (11.4 liters) of fuel in the
fuel tank.
After a few driving trips, the
light should
turn off if no other potential emission control
system malfunction exists.
If this indicator light comes on steady for 20 sec-
onds and then blinks for 10 seconds when the
engine is not running, it indicates that the vehicle
is not ready for an emission control system
inspection/maintenance test. For additional infor-
mation, refer to “Readiness for
inspection/maintenance (I/M) test” in the “Tech-
nical and consumer information” section of this
manual. Operation
The MIL will come on in one of two ways:
● MIL on steady — An emission control system
malfunction has been detected. Check the
fuel-filler cap if the LOOSE FUEL CAP
warning appears in the vehicle information
display. If the fuel-filler cap is loose or miss-
ing, tighten or install the cap and continue to
drive the vehicle. The
light should turn
off after a few driving trips. If the
light
does not turn off after a few driving trips,
have the vehicle inspected by a NISSAN
dealer. You do not need to have your vehicle
towed to the dealer.
● MIL blinking — An engine misfire has been
detected which may damage the emission
control system. To reduce or avoid emission
control system damage:
– do not drive at speeds above 45 mph (72 km/h).
– avoid hard acceleration or deceleration.
– avoid steep uphill grades.
– if possible, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled or towed. The MIL may stop blinking and come on steady.
Have the vehicle inspected by a NISSAN dealer.
You do not need to have your vehicle towed to the
dealer.
CAUTION
Continued vehicle operation without hav-
ing the emission control system checked
and repaired as necessary could lead to
poor driveability, reduced fuel economy,
and possible damage to the emission con-
trol system.
Security indicator light
For vehicles without Intelligent Key: This light
blinks whenever the ignition switch is placed in
the LOCK, OFF or ACC position.
For vehicles with Intelligent Key: This light blinks
when the ignition switch is placed in the LOCK
position with the key removed from the ignition
switch.
The blinking security indicator light indicates that
the security systems equipped on the vehicle are
operational.
For additional information, refer to “Security sys-
tems” in this section.
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Side light and headlightindicator light (green)
The side light and headlight indicator light illumi-
nates when the side light or headlight position is
selected. For additional information, refer to
“Headlight and turn signal switch” in this section.
Slip indicator light
This indicator will blink when the Vehicle Dynamic
Control (VDC) system is operating, thus alerting
that the vehicle is nearing its traction limits. The
road surface may be slippery.
SPORT mode indicator light (ifso equipped)
This light illuminates and then turns off when the
ignition switch is placed into the ON position, and
when the overdrive off mode off is selected.
For additional information, refer to “Continuously
Variable Transmission (CVT)” in the “Starting and
driving” section of this manual.
Turn signal/hazard indicatorlights
The appropriate light flashes when the turn signal
switch is activated.
Both lights flash when the hazard switch is turned
on.
Vehicle Dynamic Control(VDC) OFF indicator light
This indicator light comes on when the Vehicle
Dynamic Control off switch is pushed to OFF.
This indicates the Vehicle Dynamic Control has
been turned off.
Push the Vehicle Dynamic Control off switch
again or restart the engine and the system will
operate normally. For additional information, refer
to “Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system” in
the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.
The Vehicle Dynamic Control light also comes on
when you place the ignition switch in the ON
position. The light will turn off after about 2 sec-
onds if the system is operational. If the light stays
on or comes on along with the
indicator
light while you are driving, have the Vehicle Dy-
namic Control system checked by a NISSAN
dealer.
While the Vehicle Dynamic Control system is
operating, you might feel a slight vibration or hear
the system working when starting the vehicle or
accelerating, but this is normal.
AUDIBLE REMINDERS
Brake pad wear warning
The disc brake pads have audible wear warnings.
When a disc brake pad requires replacement, it
makes a high pitched scraping sound when the
vehicle is in motion, whether or not the brake
pedal is depressed. Have the brakes checked as
soon as possible if the warning sound is heard.
Key reminder chime
A chime sounds if the driver’s door is opened
while the key is left in the ignition switch. Remove
the key and take it with you when leaving the
vehicle.
Light reminder chime
With the ignition switch placed in the OFF posi-
tion, a chime sounds when the driver’s door is
opened if the headlights or parking lights are on.
Turn the headlight control switch off before leav-
ing the vehicle.
NISSAN Intelligent Key® door buzzer
(if so equipped)
The Intelligent Key door buzzer sounds if any one
of the following improper operations is found.
● The ignition switch is not returned to the
LOCK position when locking the doors.
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●The Intelligent Key is left inside the vehicle
when locking the doors.
● The Intelligent Key is taken outside the ve-
hicle when operating the vehicle.
● Any doors are not closed securely when
locking the doors.
When the buzzer sounds, be sure to check both
the vehicle and the Intelligent Key. For additional
information, refer to “NISSAN Intelligent Key®” in
the “Pre-driving checks and adjustments” section
of this manual.
Parking brake reminder chime
A chime sounds if the parking brake is set and the
vehicle is driven. The chime will stop if the parking
brake is released or the vehicle speed returns to
zero. The vehicle information display is located to the
left of the speedometer. It displays such items as:
● Vehicle settings
● Trip computer information
● Drive system warnings and settings
● Cruise control system information
● NISSAN Intelligent Key® operation informa-
tion
● Indicators and warnings
● Tire Pressure informationLIC2630
Type A (if so equipped)
LIC2322
VEHICLE INFORMATION DISPLAY (if
so equipped)
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HOW TO USE THE VEHICLE
INFORMATION DISPLAY
The vehicle information display can be changed
using the
buttonsand ENTER lo-
cated on the steering wheel.
1.
— navigate through the items in the
vehicle information display
ENTER — change or select an item in the
vehicle information display
2.
— go back to the previous menu 3.
— select/enter the vehicle information
display menu items or to change from one
display screen to the next (i.e. trip, TPMS,
Fuel economy)
The ENTER and
buttons also control audio
and control panel functions. For additional infor-
mation, refer to “Steering wheel switch for audio
control” in the “Monitor, climate, audio, phone
and voice recognition systems” section of this
manual.
STARTUP DISPLAY
When the vehicle in placed in the ON or ACC (if
so equipped) position the screens that display in
the vehicle information include:
● Active system status (if so equipped)
● Trip computer
● Tire pressure information
● Fuel economy
● Warnings
● Outside air temperature
● Odometer/Twin Trip Odometer
Warnings will only display if there are any pres-
ent. For additional information, refer to “Vehicle
information display warnings and indicators” in
this section. To control what items display in the vehicle infor-
mation display, refer to “Meter settings” in this
section.
SETTINGS
The setting mode allows you to change the infor-
mation displayed in the vehicle information dis-
play:
● Driver Assistance (if so equipped)
● Clock
● Meter Settings
● Vehicle Settings
● Maintenance
● Alarm
● Tire Pressures (if so equipped)
● Unit
● Language
● Factory Reset
Type B (if so equipped)
LIC3465
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Driver Assistance (if so equipped)
The driver assistance menu allows the user to
change the settings for driving, parking, and brak-
ing aids.
Menu itemResult
Driving Aids (if so equipped) Displays available Driving Aids
Blind Spot/RCTA Allows user to turn Blind Spot Warning (BSW)/Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) system ON/OFF. For additional information, refer
to “Blind Spot Warning (BSW)” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.
Clock
Menu item Result
Clock When selected, the following message appears: “Set Clock in Audio” (models without navigation) or “Set Clock in NAVI”
(models with navigation) . For additional information, refer to “Audio system” in the “Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice
recognition systems” section of this manual (models without navigation) or the separate Navigation Owner’s Manual (if so
equipped) (models with navigation)
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Meter Settings
The meter settings allow the user to change the
settings for the vehicle information display
Menu itemResult
Main Menu Selection Displays the available options
Home Allows user to turn the Home screen ON/OFF in the vehicle information display
Average Speed Allows user to turn the Average Speed screen ON/OFF in the vehicle information display
Trip A Allows user to turn the Trip A ON/OFF in the vehicle information display
Trip B Allows user to turn the Trip B ON/OFF in the vehicle information display
Navigation (if so equipped) Allows user to turn the Navigation ON/OFF in the vehicle information display. For additional information, refer to the sepa-
rate “Navigation Owner’s Manual”.
Fuel Economy Allows user to turn the Fuel Economy ON/OFF in the vehicle information display
Audio Allows user to turn the Audio screen ON/OFF in the vehicle information display. For additional information, refer to “Audio
system” in the “Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems” section of this manual,
Driving Aids (if so equipped) Allows user to turn the Driving Aids ON/OFF in the vehicle information display. For additional information, refer to “Driver
Assistance” in this section.
ECO Mode Settings Displays the available options for ECO Mode Settings
ECO Indicator Allows the user to turn the ECO Indicator ON/OFF in the vehicle information display
DISP Mode Allows user to select how the ECO Mode in displayed
Pedal Select to have the ECO Mode shown as a pedal display
Inst.FE Select to have the ECO Mode shown as instant fuel economy
ECO Drive Report Displays the available options for the ECO Drive Report
Display Allows user to turn the ECO Drive Report ON/OFF
View History Allows user to view and reset ECO Drive report history
Welcome Effect Displays the available options for the Welcome Effect
Dial Effect Allows user to turn the Dial Effect ON/OFF
Display Effect Allows user to turn the Display Effect ON/OFF
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Vehicle Settings
The vehicle settings allow the user to change the
settings for lights, wipers, locking, keys, and
other vehicle settings.
Menu itemResult
Lighting Displays the available option for lighting
Auto Room Lamp Allows user to turn the Auto Room Lamp ON/OFF
Light Sensitivity Allows user to change when the lights illuminate based on the brightness outside the vehicle
Turn on earliest. Lights will turn on at earliest time
Turn on earlier. Lights will turn on earlier than the standard time
Turn on standard. Lights will turn on at standard time
Turn on later. Lights will turn on later than the standard time
Locking Displays the available Locking options.
I-Key Door Lock Allows user to turn I-Key Door Lock ON/OFF. When turned on, the request switch on the door is activated
Wipers Displays the available options for Wipers
Speed Dependent Allows user to turn the Speed Dependent feature ON/OFF. For additional information, refer to “Wiper and washer switch”
in this section.
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Maintenance
The maintenance menu allows the user to set
reminders for various vehicle maintenance items.
WARNING
The tire replacement indicator is not a
substitute for regular tire checks, includ-
ing tire pressure checks. For additional
information, refer to “Changing wheels
and tires” in the “Maintenance and do-it-
yourself” section of this manual. Many fac-
tors including tire inflation, alignment,
driving habits and road conditions affect
tire wear and when tires should be re-
placed. Setting the tire replacement indi-
cator for a certain driving distance doesnot mean your tires will last that long. Use
the tire replacement indicator as a guide
only and always perform regular tire
checks. Failure to perform regular tire
checks, including tire pressure checks
could result in tire failure. Serious vehicle
damage could occur and may lead to a
collision, which could result in serious
personal injury or death.
Menu item
Result
Maintenance Displays various Maintenance settings
Oil and Filter This indicator appears when the customer set distance is reached for checking or replacing the engine oil and oil filter. You
can set or reset the distance for checking or replacing the items. For scheduled maintenance items and intervals, refer to
the “NISSAN Service and Maintenance Guide.”
Tire This indicator appears when the customer set distance is reached for checking or replacing tires. You can set or reset the
distance for checking or replacing tires.
Other This indicator appears when the customer set distance is reached for checking or replacing maintenance items other than
the engine oil, oil filter and tires. Other maintenance items can include such things as air filter or tire rotation. The distance
for checking or replacing the items can be set or reset.
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Alarms
The Alarms menu allows the user to set various
alerts.
Menu itemResult
Outside Temp. Allows user to turn the Outside Temp. alarm ON/OFF
Timer Alert Allows user to set the Timer Alert for a specific interval
Navigation (if so equipped) Allows user to turn the Navigation alarm ON/OFF
Phone Allows user to turn the Phone alarm ON/OFF
Mail Allows user to turn the Mail alarm ON/OFF
Unit
The Unit menu allows the user to change the
units shown in the vehicle information display.
Menu item Result
Mileage Displays the available mileage display units
miles, MPG Allows the user to display the mileage in miles, MPG
km, km/l Allows the user to display the mileage in km, km/l
km, l/100lm Allows the user to display the mileage in km, l/100lm
Temperature Displays the available temperature display units
°F Select to display the temperature in degrees Fahrenheit
°C Select to display the temperature in degrees Celsius
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Language
The language menu allows the user to change the
languages displayed in the vehicle information
display.
Menu itemResult
Language Displays the available languages in which the vehicle information display will be shown
US English Select to display the vehicle information display in US English
Français Select to display the vehicle information display in French
Español Select to display the vehicle information display in Spanish
Factory Reset
The factory reset menu allows the user to restore
the vehicle information display settings to factory
status.
Menu item Result
Factory Reset Allows user to reset the vehicle information display settings to the original factory settings. Once selected, the user can
confirm or deny the reset
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