ignition NISSAN TITAN 2017 2.G Owner's Manual

CAUTION
●Do not ground electrical accessories di-
rectly to the battery terminal. Doing so
will bypass the variable voltage control
system (if so equipped) and the vehicle
battery may not charge completely. For
additional information, refer to “Vari-
able voltage control system” in the “Do-
it-yourself” section of this manual.
● Do not continue driving if the generator
belt is loose, broken or missing.
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
warning light (if so equipped)
For additional information, refer to the “Titan Die-
sel Owner’s Manual”.
Door open warning light (if soequipped)
This light comes on when any of the doors are not
closed securely while the ignition switch is in the
ON position.
Driver seat belt warning lightand chime
The light and chime remind you to fasten your
seat belt. The light illuminates whenever the igni-
tion switch is placed in the ON position and remains illuminated until the driver’s seat belt is
fastened. At the same time, the chime sounds for
about 6 seconds unless the driver’s seat belt is
securely fastened.
For additional information, refer to “Seat belts” in
the “Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental
restraint system” section of this manual.
Engine oil pressure warning
light
This light warns of low engine oil pressure. If the
light flickers or comes on during normal driving,
pull off the road in a safe area, stop the engine
immediately, and call a NISSAN dealer or other
authorized repair shop.
The engine oil pressure warning light is not
designed to indicate a low oil level. Use the
dipstick to check the oil level. For additional in-
formation, refer to “Engine oil” in the “Do-it-
yourself” section of this manual.
CAUTION
Running the engine with the engine oil
pressure warning light on could cause se-
rious damage to the engine almost imme-
diately. Such damage is not covered by
warranty. Turn off the engine as soon as it
is safe to do so.
Low DEF warning light (if so
equipped)
For additional information, refer to the “Titan Die-
sel Owner’s Manual”.
Low fuel warning light
This light comes on when the fuel level in the fuel
tank is getting low. Refuel as soon as it is conve-
nient, preferably before the fuel gauge reaches 0
(Empty) . There will be a small reserve of fuel
in the tank when the fuel gauge reaches 0
(Empty) .
Low tire pressure warning light
Your vehicle is equipped with a TPMS that moni-
tors the tire pressure of all tires except the spare.
The low tire pressure warning light warns of low
tire pressure or indicates that the TPMS is not
functioning properly.
After the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, this light illuminates for about 1 second
and turns off.
Low tire pressure warning
If the vehicle is being driven with low tire
pressure, the warning light will illuminate.
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A “Tire Pressure Low - Add Air” warning
also appears in the vehicle information dis-
play (if so equipped) .
When the low tire pressure warning light
illuminates, you should stop and adjust the
tire pressure of all four tires to the recom-
mended COLD tire pressure shown on the
Tire and Loading Information label located
in the driver’s door opening. The low tire
pressure warning light does not automati-
cally turn off when the tire pressure is ad-
justed. After the tire is inflated to the rec-
ommended pressure, the vehicle must be
driven at speeds above 16 mph (25 km/h) to
activate the TPMS and turn off the low tire
pressure warning light. Use a tire pressure
gauge to check the tire pressure.
For vehicles with a vehicle information display,
the “Tire Pressure Low - Add Air” warning ap-
pears each time the ignition switch is placed in
the ON position as long as the low tire pressure
warning light remains illuminated.
For additional information, refer to “Vehicle infor-
mation display” in this section, “Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS)” in the “Starting and
driving” and “In case of emergency” sections of
this manual.TPMS malfunction
If the TPMS is not functioning properly, the low
tire pressure warning light will flash for approxi-
mately 1 minute when the ignition switch is
placed in the ON position. The light will remain on
after 1 minute. Have the system checked. It is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
this service.
For additional information, refer to “Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS)” in the “Starting and
driving” section and “Tire pressure” in the “Do-it-
yourself” section of this manual.
WARNING
●
Radio waves could adversely affect
electric medical equipment. Those who
use a pacemaker should contact the
electric medical equipment manufac-
turer for the possible influences before
use.
● If the light does not illuminate with the
ignition switch placed in the ON posi-
tion, have the vehicle checked as soon
as possible. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN dealer for this service. ●
If the light illuminates while driving,
avoid sudden steering maneuvers or
abrupt braking, reduce vehicle speed,
pull off the road to a safe location and
stop the vehicle as soon as possible.
Driving with under-inflated tires may
permanently damage the tires and in-
crease the likelihood of tire failure. Se-
rious vehicle damage could occur and
may lead to an accident and could result
in serious personal injury or death.
Check the tire pressure for all four tires.
Adjust the tire pressure to the recom-
mended COLD tire pressure show on
the Tire and Loading Information label
located in the driver’s door opening to
turn the low tire pressure warning light
OFF. If the light still illuminates while
driving after adjusting the tire pressure,
a tire may be flat or the TPMS may be
malfunctioning. If you have a flat tire,
replace it with a spare tire as soon as
possible. If no tire is flat and all tires are
properly inflated, have the vehicle
checked. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
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●Since the spare tire is not equipped with
TPMS, when a spare tire is mounted or a
wheel is replaced the TPMS will not
function and the low tire pressure warn-
ing light will flash for approximately
1 minute. The light will remain on after
1 minute. Have your tires replaced
and/or TPMS system reset as soon as
possible. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN dealer for these services.
● Replacing tires with those not originally
specified by NISSAN could affect the
proper operation of the TPMS.
CAUTION
● The TPMS is not a substitute for the
regular tire pressure check. Be sure to
check the tire pressure regularly.
● If the vehicle is being driven at speeds
of less than 16 mph (25 km/h), the
TPMS may not operate correctly.
● Be sure to install the specified size of
tires to the four wheels correctly.
Malfunction Warning Light
(red) (if so equipped)
If this warning light illuminates this indicates ei-
ther the coolant temperature is above a critical threshold or the exhaust temperatures are above
a critical threshold. When illuminated this lamp
indicates the need to stop the engine as soon as
it can be safely done. The engine must remain
shut down until the engine can be repaired. For
additional information, refer to the “Titan Diesel
Owner’s Manual”.
CAUTION
●
Continuing vehicle operation without
proper servicing of the engine control
system could lead to poor driveability,
reduced fuel economy, and damage to
the engine control system, which may
affect the vehicle’s warranty coverage.
● Failure to drain the water from the fuel
filter can cause serious damage to the
engine. It is recommended that you con-
tact a NISSAN dealer as soon as
possible.
Master warning light (if so
equipped)
This light comes on when various vehicle infor-
mation display warnings appear.
● No key warning
● Low fuel warning
● Low windshield-washer fluid warning ●
Parking brake release warning
● Door open warning
● Loose fuel cap warning
● Check tire pressure warning
● 4WD error (if so equipped)
● Front & rear tire size differences (if so
equipped)
NISSAN Intelligent Key®
warning light (if so equipped)
After the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, this light comes on for about 2 seconds
and then turns off. This light illuminates or blinks
as follows:
● The light blinks in yellow when the door is
closed with the Intelligent Key left outside
the vehicle and the ignition switch in the
ACC or ON position. Make sure that the
Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle.
● The light blinks in green when the Intelligent
Key battery is running out of power. Replace
the battery with a new one. For additional
information, refer to “Battery” in the “Do-it-
yourself” section of this manual.
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●The light illuminates in yellow when it warns
of a malfunction with the Intelligent Key sys-
tem.
If the warning light illuminates in yellow while the
engine is stopped, it may be impossible to start
the engine. If the light comes on while the engine
is running, you can drive the vehicle. Have the
system checked. It is recommended that you visit
a NISSAN dealer for this service.
For additional information, refer to “NISSAN In-
telligent Key®” in the “Pre-driving checks and
adjustments” section of this manual.
P position selecting warning light (if so equipped)
The light blinks red and the warning buzzer
sounds if you are outside of the vehicle with the
Intelligent Key and the engine is off, but the shift
lever is not in the P (Park) position.
When the warning light blinks, place the ignition
switch in the ON position, move the shift lever to
the P (Park) position, then place the ignition
switch in the LOCK position.
Passenger seat belt warninglight
The light reminds you to notify the passenger to
fasten their seat belt. The light illuminates when- ever the ignition is placed in the ON or START
position and remains illuminated until the passen-
ger’s seat belt is fastened.
The light will remain on for a period of time when
the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park) and the
passenger seat belt is unfastened. If the passen-
ger seat belt is fastened, the light will turn off.
For additional information, refer to “Seat belts” in
the “Safety-Seats, seat belts and supplemental
restraint system” section of this manual for pre-
cautions on seat belt usage.
Supplemental air bag warning
light
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON or
START position, the supplemental air bag warn-
ing light illuminates for about 7 seconds and then
turns off. This means the system is operational.
If any of the following conditions occur, the front
air bag, side air bag, curtain air bag, and preten-
sioner seat belt systems need servicing:
● The supplemental air bag warning light re-
mains on after approximately 7 seconds.
● The supplemental air bag warning light
flashes intermittently.
● The supplemental air bag warning light does
not come on at all. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer
for these services.
Unless checked and repaired, the supplemental
restraint system (air bag system) and/or the pre-
tensioner(s) may not function properly. For addi-
tional information, refer to “Supplemental Re-
straint System (SRS)” in the “Safety—Seats, seat
belts and supplemental restraint system” section
of this manual.
WARNING
If the supplemental air bag warning light
is on, it could mean that the front air bag,
side air bag, curtain air bag and/or preten-
sioner systems will not operate in an acci-
dent. To help avoid injury to yourself or
others, have your vehicle checked as soon
as possible. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
Water in Fuel warning light (if
so equipped)
For additional information, refer to the “Titan Die-
sel Owner’s Manual”.
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INDICATOR LIGHTS
For additional information, refer to “Vehicle infor-
mation display” in this section.
Electronic locking reardifferential (E-Lock) system
ON indicator light (if so
equipped)
This light comes on when the electronic locking
rear differential (E-Lock) system clutch is fully
engaged.
The indicator light flashes when the system is first
turned on. When the system fully engages, the
light remains on. If the switch is on and the
indicator light continues to flash, the system is
not engaged.
For additional information, refer to “Electronic
locking rear differential (E-Lock) system switch”
in this section and “Electronic locking rear differ-
ential (E-Lock) system” in the “Starting and driv-
ing” section of this manual.
Engine start operationindicator light (if so equipped)
This indicator illuminates when the ignition switch
is in the ACC or ON position with the shift lever in
the P (Park) position. Automatic transmission models:
This indica-
tor means that the engine will start by pushing the
push-button ignition switch with the brake pedal
depressed.
Front fog light indicator light (if
so equipped)
The front fog light indicator light illuminates when
the front fog lights are on. For additional informa-
tion, refer to “Fog light switch” in this section.
Front passenger air bag statuslight (if so equipped)
The front passenger air bag status light will be lit
and the passenger front air bag will be off de-
pending on how the front passenger seat is being
used.
For additional information, refer to “Front passen-
ger air bag and status light” in the “Safety —
Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint sys-
tem” section of this manual.
High beam indicator light(blue)
This blue light comes on when the headlight high
beams are on and goes out when the low beams
are selected.
The high beam indicator light also comes on
when the passing signal is activated.
Hill descent control system
ON indicator light (if so
equipped)
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, this light comes on briefly and then turns
off.
The light comes on when the hill descent control
system is activated.
If the hill descent control switch is on and the
indicator light blinks, the system may be disabled.
You may feel or hear the system working; this is
normal.
If the indicator light does not come on when the
hill descent switch is on, the system may not be
functioning properly. Have the system checked. It
is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer
for this service.
For additional information, refer to “Hill descent
control system ON indicator light” in this section
and “Hill descent control system” in the “Starting
and driving” section of this manual.
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Malfunction Indicator Light(MIL) (yellow) (For Gas
engines only)
If this indicator light comes on steady or blinks
while the engine is running, it may indicate a
potential emission control malfunction.
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 message (if so equipped) is dis-
played in the odometer, and the fuel-filler
cap is loose or missing, 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. It is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN dealer for this service. 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. The MIL may stop blinking and come on steady.
Have the vehicle inspected. It is recommended
that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
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
This light blinks whenever the ignition switch is
placed in the LOCK, OFF or ACC position. This
function indicates the security system equipped
on the vehicle is operational.
For additional information, refer to “Security sys-
tems” in this section.
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Side light and headlightindicator light (green) (if so
equipped)
The side light and headlight indicator light illumi-
nates when the side light or headlight position is
selected. For additional information, refer to
“Headlight 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.
TOW mode ON indicator light
This light comes on when the tow mode function
is ON.
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 VDC OFF
switch is pushed to off. This indicates the VDC
system is not operating.
Push the VDC 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 driv-
ing” section of this manual.
The VDC light also comes on when you place the
ignition switch in the ON position. The light will
turn off after about 2 seconds if the system is
operational. If the light stays on or comes on
along with the
indicator light while you are
driving, have the VDC system checked. It is rec-
ommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this
service.
While the VDC 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.
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
The Intelligent Key door buzzer sounds if the
Intelligent Key is left inside the vehicle 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.
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Menu itemResult
Exit Seat Slide Allows the user to turn the exit seat slide on or off. When turned on, this feature will move the driver’s seat backward for an
easy exit when the ignition is turned off and the driver’s door is opened. After getting into the vehicle and placing the igni-
tion switch in the ACC position, the driver’s seat will move to the previous set position. For additional information, refer to
“Automatic drive positioner” in the “Pre-driving checks and adjustments” section of this manual.
Exit Steering Up Allows the user to turn the exit steering up feature on or off. When turned on, this feature will move the steering wheel up-
ward for an easy exit when the ignition is turned off and the driver’s door is opened. After getting into the vehicle and plac-
ing the ignition switch in the ACC position, the steering wheel moves to the previous position. For additional information,
refer to “Automatic drive positioner” in the “Pre-driving checks and adjustments” section of this manual.
Reverse Tilt Mirror (if so equipped) Displays reverse tilt mirror information
Towing Settings (if so equipped) Displays available towing settings options
Trailer light check Allows user to select a mode in which the vehicle will test various lights that could affect a trailer if connected properly. This
feature can also be activated using the NISSAN Intelligent Key®. For additional information, refer to “NISSAN Intelligent
Key®” in the “Pre-driving checks and adjustments” and “Towing a trailer” in the Technical and consumer information” sec-
tions of this manual.
Alarm
The alarm menu allows the user to set specific
alarms for various items on the vehicle.
Menu item Result
Outside Temp. Allows user to turn the outside temp. alarm on or off
Timer Alert Allows user to set the timer alert alarm
Navigation (if so equipped) Allows user to turn the navigation alarm on or off
Phone Allows user to turn the phone alarm on or off
Mail Allows user to turn the mail alarm on or off
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VEHICLE INFORMATION DISPLAY
WARNINGS AND INDICATORS
1. Door Open
2. Release Parking Brake
3. Range XX miles
4. Low Fuel
5. Oil Level Low (For Diesel engines only)
6. Low Oil Pressure Stop Vehicle (For Dieselengines only)
7. Oil Level Sensor Fault (For Diesel engines only)
8. AT (Automatic Transmission) CHECK
9. AT (Automatic Transmission) Error: See Owner’s Manual
10. Tire Pressure Low - Add Air
11. Low Tire Pressure Error — Info
12. Flat Tire
13. Shipping Mode On Push Storage Fuse
14. Push brake and start button to drive
15. Remote Engine Start Mode (if so equipped)
16. Brightness indicator
17. Low Outside Temperature 18. Shift to Park
19. Low Fuel Pressure Service Fuel System
20. Low Washer Fluid
21. Cruise control indicator
22. 4WD shift indicators (if so equipped)
23. FRT & RR tire size difference: See Owner’s
Manual (if so equipped)
24. Push Ignition to OFF
25. Headlight System Error: See Owner’s Manual (if so equipped)
26. Key ID Incorrect
27. No Key Detected
28. Key System Error: See Owner’s Manual
29. Key Battery Low
30. Power will turn off to save the battery
31. Power turned off to save the battery
32. Reminder: Turn OFF Headlights
33. 4WD Error: See Owner’s Manual (if so equipped)
34. Battery Voltage Low Charge Battery
35. Maintenance indicators 36. Parking Sensor Error: See Owner’s Manual
(if so equipped)
37. TPMS Error: See Owner’s Manual
38. 4WD MODE SHIFTING (if so equipped)
39. Loose Fuel Cap (if so equipped)
40. Blind Spot Warning (BSW) and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) indicator (if so
equipped)
41. Malfunction: See Owner’s Manual (if so equipped)
Door Open
This warning illuminates when a door has been
opened.
Release Parking Brake
This warning illuminates in the message area of
the vehicle information display when the parking
brake is set and the vehicle is driven. Press the
brake pedal to release the parking brake.
Range XX miles
This warning illuminates to indicate the approxi-
mate distance remaining before the fuel reaches
0 (Empty) .
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Low Fuel
This warning illuminates when the fuel level in the
fuel tank is getting low. Refuel as soon as it is
convenient, preferably before the fuel gauge
reaches 0 (Empty) .There will be a small re-
serve of fuel in the tank when the fuel
gauge needle reaches 0 (Empty) .
Oil Level Low (For Diesel engines only)
If the Oil Level Low indicator is displayed, the
engine oil level is low. If the low level reminder is
displayed, check the level using the engine oil
dipstick.
CAUTION
The oil level should be checked regularly
using the engine oil dipstick. Operating
with an insufficient amount of oil can
damage the engine and such damage is
not covered by the warranty.
Low Oil Pressure Stop Vehicle (For Diesel
engines only)
This warning appears in message area of the
vehicle information display if low oil pressure is
detected. This gauge is not designed to indicate
low oil level. The low oil pressure warning is
not designed to indicate a low oil level. Use
the dipstick to check the oil level. For additional information, refer to “Engine oil” in the “Do-it-
yourself” section of this manual.
Oil Level Sensor fault (For Diesel engines
only)
This warning appears in message area of the
vehicle information display if the oil level sensor
malfunctions. It is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN dealer to have this system checked.
AT (Automatic Transmission) CHECK
If the AT Check warning appears while the engine
is running, or while driving, it may indicate that the
AT is not functioning properly and may need
servicing. Have the system checked, and if nec-
essary, repaired promptly. It is recommended that
you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
AT (Automatic Transmission) Error: See
Owner’s Manual
If this message appears while the engine is run-
ning, or while driving, it may indicate that the AT is
not functioning properly and may need servicing.
Have the system checked, and if necessary, re-
paired promptly. It is recommended that you visit
a NISSAN dealer for this service.
Tire Pressure Low - Add Air
This warning appears when the low tire pressure
warning light in the meter illuminates and low tire
pressure is detected. The warning appears eachtime the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position as long as the low tire pressure warning
light remains illuminated. If this warning appears,
stop the vehicle and adjust the tire pressures of
all four tires to the recommended COLD tire
pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Informa-
tion label. For additional information, refer to
“Low tire pressure warning light” in this section
and “Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)”
in the “Starting and driving” section of this
manual.
Low Tire Pressure Error — Info
This warning appears when the low tire pressure
warning light in the meter illuminates and low tire
pressure is detected. Press the
button for
information about the low tire pressure. For addi-
tional information, refer to “Low tire pressure
warning light” in this section and “Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS)” in the “Starting and
driving” section of this manual.
Flat Tire
This warning appears when the low tire pressure
warning light in the meter illuminates and one or
more flat tires are detected while driving.
Shipping Mode On Push Storage Fuse
This warning may appear if the extended storage
switch is not pushed in. When this warning ap-
pears, push in the extended storage switch to
turn off the warning. For additional information,
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