park assist NISSAN SENTRA 2020 Owner´s Manual

CHECKING LIGHTS
With all doors closed, apply the parking
brake, fasten the seat belts and place the
ignition switch in the ON position without
starting the engine. The following lights (if
so equipped) will come on:
,,,,,or
The following lights (if so equipped) will
come on briefly and then go off:
,or,,,,
If any light does not come on or operate in
a way other than described, it may indicate
a burned-out bulb and/or a system mal-
function. Have the system checked. It is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.
Some indicators and warnings are also dis-
played on the vehicle information display
between the speedometer and tachom-
eter. For additional information, refer to “Ve-
hicle information display” in this section.
WARNING LIGHTS
For additional information on warnings
and indicators, refer to “Vehicle information
display” in this section.
orAnti-lock Braking
System (ABS)
warning light
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the ABS warning light illuminates
and then turns off. This indicates the ABS is
operational.
If the ABS warning light illuminates while
the engine is running or while driving, it
may indicate the ABS is not functioning
properly. Have the system checked. It is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.
If an ABS malfunction occurs, the anti-lock
function is turned off. The brake system
then operates normally but without anti-
lock assistance. For additional information,
refer to “Brake system” in the “Starting and
driving” section of this manual.
Automatic Emergency
Braking (AEB) with
Pedestrian Detection
system warning light
This light comes on when the ignition
switch is placed in the ON position. It turns
off af ter the engine is started.This light illuminates when the AEB with
Pedestrian Detection system is set to OFF
in the vehicle information display.
If the light illuminates when the AEB with
Pedestrian Detection system is on, it may
indicate that the system is unavailable. For
additional information, refer to “Automatic
Emergency Braking (AEB) with Pedestrian
Detection” and “Intelligent Forward Colli-
sion Warning (I-FCW)” in the “Starting and
driving” section of this manual.
orBrake warning
light
This light functions for both the parking
brake and the foot brake systems.
Parking brake indicator
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the light comes on when the park-
ing brake is applied.
Instruments and controls2-9

VDC Setting
The VDC Setting menu allows the user to enable or disable the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system.
Menu itemResult
System Allows the user turn the VDC system on or off. For additional information, refer to “Vehicle Dynamic Control
(VDC) system” in the Starting and driving” section of this manual.
Driver Assistance
The driver assistance menu allows the user to change the settings for driving, parking, and braking aids.
Menu item Result
Emergency Brake Displays available emergency braking options. Front Allows user to turn the front emergency braking system on or off. For additional information, refer to “Automatic Emer- gency Braking with Pedestrian Detection” and “Intelligent Forward Collision Warning (I-FCW)” in the “Starting and driving”
section of this manual.
Rear Allows user to turn the rear emergency braking system on or off. For additional information, refer to "Rear Automatic Braking (RAB)” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.
Lane Displays available lane options. Lane Departure Warning Allows user to turn the Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system on or off. For additional information, refer to “Lane Depar- ture Warning (LDW)” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.
Blind Spot Displays available blind spot options. Blind Spot/BSW Allows user to turn the Blind Spot Warning (BSW) system on or off. For additional information, refer to “Blind Spot Warning (BSW)” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.
Speed Limit Sign (if so equipped) Allows user to turn the Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR) system on or off. For additional information, refer to “TrafficSignRec- ognition (TSR)” in the Starting and driving” section of this manual.
Parking Aids Displays available parking aids.
Display Allows user to auto display the sonar. For additional information, refer to “Rear Sonar System (RSS)” in the “Starting and
driving” section of this manual.
Rear Sensor Allows user to turn the rear sonar on or off.
Distance Allows user to set the distance sensor range to Long/Medium/Short.
Volume Allows the user to set the parking sensor volume to High/Medium/Low.
Rear Cross Traffic Alert Allows user to turn the Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) system on or off. For additional information, refer to “Rear Cross
Traffic Alert (RCTA)” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.
Driver Attention Alert Allows user to turn the Intelligent Driver Alertness (I-DA) on or off. For additional information, refer to “Intelligent Driv er
Alertness (I-DA)” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.
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VDC Setting
The VDC Setting menu allows the user to enable or disable the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system.
Menu itemResult
System Allows the user turn the VDC system on or off. For additional information, refer to “Vehicle Dynamic Control
(VDC) system” in the Starting and driving” section of this manual.
Driver Assistance
The driver assistance menu allows the user to change the settings for driving, parking, and braking aids.
Menu item Result
Lane Displays available lane options.
Lane Departure Warning Allows user to turn the Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system on or off. For additional information, refer to “Lane
Departure Warning (LDW)” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.
Blind Spot Displays available blind spot options.
Blind Spot Warning Allows user to turn the Blind Spot Warning (BSW) system on or off. For additional information, refer to “Blind Spot
Warning (BSW)” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.
Emergency Brake Displays available emergency braking options.
Front Allows user to turn the front emergency braking system on or off. For additional information, refer to “Automatic
Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection” and “Intelligent Forward Collision Warning (I-FCW)” in the “Starting
and driving” section of this manual.
Rear Allows user to turn the rear emergency braking system on or off. For additional information, refer to "Rear Auto-
matic Braking (RAB)” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.
Speed Limit Sign (if so equipped) Allows user to turn the Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR) system on or off. For additional information, refer to “Traffi c
Sign Recognition (TSR)” in the Starting and driving” section of this manual.
Parking Aids Displays available parking aids.
Auto Show Sonar Allows user to auto display the sonar. For additional information, refer to “Rear Sonar System (RSS)” in the “Starting
and driving” section of this manual.
Rear Allows user to turn the rear sonar on or off.
Distance Allows user to set the distance sensor range to Long/Medium/Short.
Volume Allows the user to set the parking sensor volume to High/Medium/Low.
2-36Instruments and controls

Ambient image sensor maintenance
The ambient image sensorO1for the High
Beam Assist system is located in front of
the inside mirror. To maintain 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 trans- parent 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 that
you visit a NISSAN dealer.
Battery saver system (if so
equipped)
If the ignition switch is placed in the OFF
position while the headlight switch is in the
orposition, the headlights will
turn off af ter a period of time.
CAUTION
Even though the battery saver feature
automatically turns off the headlights
af ter a period of time, you should turn
the headlight switch to the OFF posi-
tion when the engine is not running to
avoid discharging the vehicle battery.
DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS (DRL)
SYSTEM (if so equipped)
The Daytime Running Lights (DRL) automati-
cally illuminate when the engine is started
with the parking brake released. The DRL op-
erate with the headlight switch in the OFF
position. Turn the headlight switch to the
position for full illumination when driv-
ing at night. (The DRL will turn off.)
If the parking brake is applied before the
engine is started, the DRL do not illuminate.
The DRL illuminate once the parking brake
is released. The 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 DRL 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 or others.
LED DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS
(DRL) SYSTEM (if so equipped)
The LED DRL automatically illuminate at
100% intensity when the engine is started
and the parking brake released. The LED
DRL operate with the headlight switch in
the OFF position. When you turn the head-
light switch to the
position for full
illumination, the LED lights switch from LED
DRL to the park function.
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Instruments and controls2-59

Increasing fuel economy.......................5-111
Parking/parking on hills .......................5-112
Power steering ................................ 5-113
Brake system ................................. 5-114
Brake precautions .......................... 5-114
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) .............5-114
Brake Assist ................................ 5-116
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system ........5-116
Rise-up and build-up ....................... 5-118
Brake force distribution ....................5-118
Chassis Control ............................... 5-119
Intelligent Trace Control (I-TC) ..............5-119
Active Ride Control (ARC) ...................5-119
Hill start assist system ........................ 5-119
Rear Sonar System (RSS) ......................5-120System operation
.......................... 5-121
How to enable/disable the sonar
system ..................................... 5-122
Sonar limitations ........................... 5-124
System temporarily unavailable ............5-124
System maintenance ......................5-125
Cold weather driving .......................... 5-125
Freeing a frozen door lock ..................5-125
Antifreeze .................................. 5-125
Battery..................................... 5-125
Draining of coolant water ..................5-126
Tire equipment ............................. 5-126
Special winter equipment ..................5-126
Driving on snow or ice ......................5-126
Engine block heater (if so equipped) ........5-127

MR16DDT engine models (6 M/T)
GEAR Changemph (km/h)
1st to 2nd 13 (21)
2nd to 3rd 22 (35)
3rd to 4th 30 (48)
4th to 5th 35 (56)
5th to 6th 42 (68)
Suggested maximum speed in
each gear
Downshif t to a lower gear if the engine is
not running smoothly or if you need to ac-
celerate.
Do not exceed the maximum suggested
speed (shown below) in any gear. For level
road driving, use the highest gear sug-
gested for that speed. Always observe
posted speed limits, and drive according to
the road conditions, which will ensure safe
operation. Do not over-rev the engine
when shif ting to a lower gear as it may
cause engine damage or loss of vehicle
control. MRA8DE engine models (6 M/T)
GEAR
mph (km/h)
1st 30 (48)
2nd 52 (84)
3rd 73 (117)
4th 94 (152)
5th —
6th —
MR16DDT engine models (6 M/T)
GEARmph (km/h)
1st 29 (46)
2nd 47 (75)
3rd 68 (108)
4th 90 (145)
5th —
6th —
WARNING
• Be sure the parking brake is fully re-
leased before driving. Failure to do so
can cause brake failure and lead to
an accident.
• Do not release the parking brake
from outside the vehicle.
• Do not use the shif t lever in place of
the parking brake. When parking, be
sure the parking brake is fully
engaged.
• To help avoid risk of injury or death
through unintended operation of the
vehicle and/or its systems, do not
leave children, people who require
the assistance of others or pets unat-
tended in your vehicle. Additionally,
the temperature inside a closed ve-
hicle on a warm day can quickly be-
come high enough to cause a signifi-
cant risk of injury or death to people
and pets.
PARKING BRAKE
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WARNING
Failure to follow the warnings and in-
structions for proper use of the RCTA
system could result in serious injury or
death.
• The RCTA system is not a replace-
ment for proper driving procedures
and is not designed to prevent con-
tact with vehicles or objects. When
backing out of a parking space, al-
ways use the side and rear mirrors
and turn and look in the direction
your vehicle will move. Never rely
solely on the RCTA system.
The RCTA system will assist you when
backing out from a parking space. When
the vehicle is in reverse, the system is de-
signed to detect other vehicles approach-
ing from the right or lef t of the vehicle. If the
system detects cross traffic, it will alert you.
RCTA SYSTEM OPERATION
LSD3784
For vehicles with the 7 inch meter display
REAR CROSS TRAFFIC ALERT (RCTA)
5-48Starting and driving

The transmitter must not be co-located or
operating in conjunction with any other an-
tenna or transmitter.
For Canada
This device complies with Industry Canada
licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation
is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference,
2. This device must accept any interfer-ence, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the
device.WARNING
Failure to follow the warnings and in-
structions for proper use of the RAB
system could result in serious injury or
death.
• The RAB system is a supplemental
aid to the driver. It is not a replace-
ment for proper driving procedures.
Always use the side and rear mirrors
and turn and look in the direction you
will move before and while backing
up. Never rely solely on the RAB sys-
tem. It is the driver’s responsibility to
stay alert, drive safely, and be in con-
trol of the vehicle at all times.
• There is a limitation to the RAB sys-
tem capability. The RAB system is not
effective in all situations.
The RAB system can assist the driver when
the vehicle is backing up and approaching
objects directly behind the vehicle. The RAB system detects obstacles behind
the vehicle using the parking sensors
O1
located on the rear bumper.
NOTE:
You can temporarily cancel the sonar
function in the vehicle, but the RAB sys-
tem will continue to operate. For addi-
tional information, please refer to “Rear
Sonar System (RSS)” in this section.
LSD3754
REAR AUTOMATIC BRAKING (RAB)
5-74Starting and driving

• Do not subject the area around the park-ing sensors
O1to strong impact. Also, do
not remove or disassemble the parking
sensors. If the parking sensors and pe-
ripheral areas are deformed in an acci-
dent, etc., have the sensors checked. It is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.
• Do not install any stickers (including transparent stickers) or accessories on
the parking sensors
O1and their sur-
rounding areas. This may cause a mal-
function or improper operation.
WARNING
Failure to follow the warnings and in-
structions for proper use of the AEB
with Pedestrian Detection system
could result in serious injury or death.
• The AEB with Pedestrian Detection
system is a supplemental aid to the
driver. It is not a replacement for the
driver’s attention to traffic condi-
tions or responsibility to drive safely.
It cannot prevent accidents due to
carelessness or dangerous driving
techniques.
• The AEB with Pedestrian Detection
system does not function in all driv-
ing, traffic, weather and road
conditions.
The AEB with Pedestrian Detection system
can assist the driver when there is a risk of
a forward collision with the vehicle ahead in
the traveling lane or with a pedestrian
ahead in the traveling lane. The AEB with Pedestrian Detection system
uses a radar sensor located on the front of
the vehicle
OBto measure the distance to
the vehicle ahead in the same lane. For
pedestrians, the AEB with Pedestrian De-
tection system uses a camera installed be-
hind the windshield
OAin addition to the
radar sensor.
LSD3756
AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
(AEB) WITH PEDESTRIAN DETECTION
Starting and driving5-81

WARNING
• Do not stop or park the vehicle over
flammable materials such as dry
grass, waste paper or rags. They may
ignite and cause a fire. •
Safe parking procedures require that
both the parking brake be set and the
transmission placed in P (Park) for
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) models or in an appropriate
gear for manual transmission (M/T)
models. Failure to do so could cause
the vehicle to move unexpectedly or
roll away and result in an accident.
Make sure the shif t lever has been
pushed as far forward as it can go
and cannot be moved without de-
pressing the foot brake pedal.
• Never leave the engine running while
the vehicle is unattended. •
Do not leave children unattended in-
side the vehicle. They could unknow-
ingly activate switches or controls or
make the vehicle move. Unattended
children could become involved in
serious accidents.
• To help avoid risk of injury or death
through unintended operation of the
vehicle and/or its systems, do not
leave children, people who require
the assistance of others or pets unat-
tended in your vehicle. Additionally,
the temperature inside a closed ve-
hicle on a warm day can quickly be-
come high enough to cause a signifi-
cant risk of injury or death to people
and pets.
1. Firmly apply the parking brake.
2. M/T models
Place the shif t lever in the R (Reverse)
position. When parking on an uphill
grade, place the shif t lever in 1st gear.
CVT models
Move the shif t lever into the P (Park) po-
sition.
SSD0488
PARKING/PARKING ON HILLS
5-112Starting and driving