instrument panel NISSAN VERSA 2019 Owner's Manual

∙Doors do not lock with the door
handle request switch with the Intel-
ligent Key inside the vehicle and a
beep sounds to warn you. However,
when an Intelligent Key is inside the
vehicle, doors can be locked with an-
other Intelligent Key.
CAUTION
∙ Af ter locking the doors using the re-
quest switch, make sure that the
doors have been securely locked by
operating the door handle .
∙ When locking the doors using the re- quest switch, make sure to have the
Intelligent Key in your possession be-
fore operating the request switch to
prevent the Intelligent Key from being
lef t in the vehicle.
∙ The request switch is operational only when the Intelligent Key has been de-
tected by the Intelligent Key system. Lockout protection
To prevent the Intelligent Key from being
accidentally locked in the vehicle, lockout
protection is equipped with the Intelligent
Key.
When the driver’s side door is open, the
doors are locked and then the Intelligent
Key is put inside the vehicle and all the
doors are closed; the lock will automati-
cally unlock and the door buzzer sounds.
NOTE:
The doors may not lock when the Intelli-
gent Key is in the same hand that is op-
erating the request switch to lock the
door. Put the Intelligent Key in a purse,
pocket or your other hand.
CAUTION
The lockout protection may not func-
tion under the following conditions:
∙ When the Intelligent Key is placed on
top of the instrument panel.
∙ When the Intelligent Key is placed on top of the rear parcel shelf.
∙ When the Intelligent Key is placed in- side the glove box or a storage bin.
∙ When the Intelligent Key is placed in- side the door pockets.
∙ When the Intelligent Key is placed on or under the spare tire area.
∙ When the Intelligent Key is placed in- side or near metallic materials.
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1P (Park) position selecting warning
light (if so equipped)
2NISSAN Intelligent Key® warning
light
WARNING LIGHTS AND AUDIBLE
REMINDERS
The Intelligent Key is equipped with a func-
tion that is designed to minimize improper
operations and to help prevent the vehicle
from being stolen. The warning buzzer
sounds and the warning light illuminates
when improper operations are detected.
CAUTION
When the buzzer sounds and the warn-
ing light illuminates, be sure to check
both the vehicle and the Intelligent Key.
WARNING SIGNALS
To help prevent the vehicle from moving
unexpectedly by erroneous operation of
the Intelligent Key or to help prevent the
vehicle from being stolen, a chime or
buzzer sounds from inside and outside the
vehicle and a warning light comes on in the
instrument panel.
When a chime or beep sounds or the warn-
ing light comes on, be sure to check the
vehicle and the Intelligent Key.
Audible reminder and warning
when locking the doors
When the chime or buzzer sounds from
inside and outside the vehicle, check for
the following:∙ The ignition switch is placed in the LOCK position.
∙ The Intelligent Key is not lef t inside the vehicle.
∙ The shif t lever is in the P (Park) position.
Type A (if so equipped)
LPD2907
Type B (if so equipped)
LPD2094
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Audible reminder and warning
when the engine stops
When the P position selecting warning light
(
) (if so equipped) in the instrument
panel blinks in red:
∙ Make sure the shif t lever is in the P (Park) position.
When the chime sounds intermittently:
∙ Make sure the shif t lever is in the P (Park) position and the ignition switch is
placed in the LOCK position.
If the chime sounds continuously when the
driver’s door is opened, check the following: ∙ The shif t lever is placed in the P (Park) position and the ignition switch is
placed in the LOCK position.
∙ The mechanical key is not inserted into the ignition switch.
∙ The warning chime may stop when one of the following is performed:
– Returning the ignition switch to the LOCK position.
– Removing the mechanical key.
– Closing the doors.
Alarm and warning when the
engine starts
When the Intelligent Key system warning
light (
) blinks red and the outside
buzzer sounds, make sure the Intelligent
Key is inside the vehicle.
Warning for low battery power
When the Intelligent Key battery is low, the
NISSAN Intelligent Key® warning light
(
) (if so equipped) will blink green for
about 30 seconds af ter the ignition switch
is placed in the ON position. This warning is
to let you know that the battery of the In-
telligent Key will run down soon. Replace it
with a new one. For additional information,
refer to “Battery replacement” in the “Do-it-
yourself ” section of this manual.
It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for battery replacement.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
SymptomPossible CauseRemedy
When pushing the ignition switch to
stop the engine The Shif t P (Park) warning light (if so
equipped) in the instrument panel illu-
minates and the inside chime sounds
continuously. The shif t lever is not in the P (Park)
position.
Make sure that the shif t lever is in the
P (Park) position.
When placing the shif t lever in the P
(Park) position The inside warning chime sounds
continuously. The ignition switch is in the ACC or ON
position.Place the ignition switch in the OFF
position.
When opening the driver’s door A warning chime sounds continuously. The ignition switch is in the ACC
position.Place the ignition switch in the OFF
position.
When pushing the door handle re-
quest switch to lock the door The outside chime sounds for approxi-
mately a few seconds. The Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle.
Be sure to carry the Intelligent Key
with you.
A door is not closed securely. Close the door securely.
When closing the do ors The key warning light (if so equipped)
in the instrument panel blinks in
yellow, the outside chime sounds 3
times and the inside warning chime
sounds for approximately 3 seconds.
The ignition switch is in the ACC or ON
position.
Place the ignition switch in the OFF
position.
The Shif t P (Park) warning light (if so
equipped) in the instrument panel illu-
minates and the outside chime
sounds continuously. The ignition switch is in the ACC or
OFF position and the shif t lever is not
in the P (Park) position.
Make sure that the shif t lever is in the
P (Park) position and place the ignition
switch in the OFF position.
The outside chime sounds for approxi-
mately 3 seconds and all doors unlock. The Intelligent Key is in the vehicle or
trunk.Be sure to carry the Intelligent Key
with you.
When closing the trunk lid The outside chime sounds for approxi-
mately 10 seconds and the trunk lid
opens. The Intelligent Key is inside the trunk.Be sure to carry the Intelligent Key
with you.
When stopping the engine The Shif t P (Park) position warning
light (if so equipped) in the instrument
panel blinks in red. The shif t lever is not in the P (Park)
position.
Make sure that the shif t lever is in the
P (Park) position and place the ignition
switch in the LOCK position.
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SymptomPossible CauseRemedy
When starting the engine The key warning light (if so equipped)
in the instrument panel blinks in green. The battery charge is low.
Replace the battery with a new one.
For additional information, refer to
“Battery replacement” in the “Do-it-
yourself ” section of this manual.
When pushing the request switch or
the LOCK button on the Intelligent Key
to the lock the door The outside chime sounds for a few
seconds and all the doors unlock.
The Intelligent Key is inside the trunk. Be sure to carry the Intelligent Key
with you.
The Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle. Be sure to carry the Intelligent Key with you.
A door is not closed securely. Close the doors securely.
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1. Pull the hood lock release handle1
located below the instrument panel
until the hood springs up slightly.
2. Locate the lever
2in between the
hood and grille and push the lever side-
ways with your fingertips.
3. Raise the hood
3.
4. Remove the support rod and insert it into the slot
4. Hold the coated parts when removing or
resetting the support rod. Avoid direct
contact with the metal parts, as they
may be hot immediately af ter the engine
has been stopped.
When closing the hood, return the support
rod to its original position, lower the hood
to approximately 12 in (30 cm) above the
latch and release it. This allows proper en-
gagement of the hood latch.
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.
LPD2802
HOOD
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OPENER OPERATION
The fuel-filler door release is located below
the instrument panel. To open the fuel-filler
door, pull the release. To lock, close the fuel-
filler door securely.
FUEL-FILLER CAP
WARNING
∙ Gasoline is extremely flammable andhighly explosive under certain condi-
tions. You could be burned or seri-
ously injured if it is misused or mis-
handled. Always stop the engine and
do not smoke or allow open flames or
sparks near the vehicle when
refueling. ∙ Do not attempt to top off the fuel tank
af ter the fuel pump nozzle shuts off
automatically. Continued refueling
may cause fuel overflow, resulting in
fuel spray and possibly a fire.
∙ Use only an original equipment type fuel-filler cap as a replacement. It has
a built-in safety valve needed for
proper operation of the fuel system
and emission control system. An in-
correct cap can result in a serious mal-
function and possible injury. It could
also cause the
Malfunction Indi-
cator Light (MIL) to come on.
∙ Never pour fuel into the throttle body to attempt to start your vehicle.
∙ Do not fill a portable fuel container in the vehicle or trailer. Static electricity
can cause an explosion of flammable
liquid, vapor or gas in any vehicle or
trailer. To reduce the risk of serious
injury or death when filling portable
fuel containers:
– Always place the container on the ground when filling.
– Do not use electronic devices when filling.
LPD2805LPD2616
FUEL-FILLER DOOR
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REARVIEW MIRROR
The night position1reduces glare from
the headlights of vehicles behind you at
night.
Use the day position
2when driving in
daylight hours.
WARNING
Use the night position only when neces-
sary, because it reduces rear view
clarity.
OUTSIDE MIRRORS
WARNING
∙ Objects viewed in the outside mirror on the passenger side are closer than
they appear. Be careful when moving
to the right. Using only this mirror
could cause an accident. Use the in-
side mirror or glance over your shoul-
der to properly judge distances to
other objects.
∙ Do not adjust the mirrors while driv- ing. You could lose control of your ve-
hicle and cause an accident.
Electric control type
The outside mirror remote control will op-
erate only when the ignition switch is in the
ACC or ON position.
Move the small switch
1to select the right
or lef t mirror. Adjust each mirror to the de-
sired position using the large switch
2.
Move the small switch
1to the center
(neutral) position to prevent accidentally
moving the mirror.
WPD0126Instrument panel
LPD0237
MIRRORS
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OPERATING RANGE
The Intelligent Key functions can only be
used when the Intelligent Key is within the
specified operating range.
When the Intelligent Key battery is almost
discharged or strong radio waves are pres-
ent near the operating location, the Intelli-
gent Key system’s operating range be-
comes narrower and may not function
properly.
If the Intelligent Key is within the operating
range, it is possible for anyone, even some-one who does not carry the Intelligent Key,
to turn the ignition switch to start the en-
gine.
The operating range of the engine start
function is inside of the vehicle
1.
∙ If the Intelligent Key is placed on the instrument panel, rear parcel shelf, in-
side the glove box, storage bin or door
pocket, the Intelligent Key may not
function.
∙ If the Intelligent Key is placed near the door or window outside the vehicle, the
Intelligent Key may function.
PUSH-BUTTON IGNITION SWITCH
POSITIONS
LOCK (Normal parking position)
The ignition switch can only be locked in
this position.
The ignition switch will be unlocked when it
is pushed to the ACC position while carry-
ing the Intelligent Key or with the Intelligent
Key inserted in the port.
The ignition switch will lock when any door
is opened or closed with the ignition
switched off. OFF
The ignition switch is in the OFF position
when the engine is turned off using the
ignition switch. No lights will illuminate on
the ignition switch.
ACC (Accessories)
This position activates electrical accesso-
ries, such as the radio, when the engine is
not running.
ACC has a battery saver feature that will
turn the ignition switch to the OFF position
af ter 30 minutes.
The battery saver feature will be restarted if
any of the following occur:
∙ The ignition switch changes position.
∙ The hazard lamps are operated.
ON (Without cranking)
If the vehicle is in the ON position, it has a
battery saver feature that will turn the igni-
tion switch to OFF af ter 10 minutes.
The battery saver feature will be restarted if
any of the following occur: ∙ The ignition switch changes position.
∙ The hazard lamps are operated
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∙ If available, a plastic trim tool can alsobe used.
4. Push down the shif t lock release using a suitable tool.
5. Press the shif t lever button
Aand
move the shif t lever to the N (Neutral)
position while holding down the shif t
lock release.
6. Place the ignition switch in the ON po- sition to unlock the steering wheel.
7. Release the parking brake.
The vehicle may be moved to the desired
location.
Replace the removed shif t lock release
cover af ter the operation.
If the shif t lever cannot be moved out of the
P (Park) position, have the Continuously
Variable Transmission system checked as
soon as possible. It is recommended that
you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
Overdrive (O/D) OFF switch
When the O/D OFF switch is pushed with
the shif t lever in the D (Drive) position,
the
light in the instrument panel illu-
minates. For additional information, refer
to “Overdrive OFF indicator light” in the “In-
struments and controls” section of this
manual.
Use the overdrive OFF mode when you
need improved engine braking.
To turn off the overdrive OFF mode, push
the O/D OFF switch again. The
indi-
cator light will turn off. Each time the engine is started, or when
the shif t lever is moved to any position
other than D (Drive), the overdrive OFF
mode will be automatically turned off.
Accelerator downshif t
— in D (Drive) position —
For passing or hill climbing, depress the
accelerator pedal to the floor. This shif ts
the transmission down into a lower gear,
depending on the vehicle speed.
Fail-safe
When the fail-safe operation occurs, the
Continuously Variable Transmission will
not be shif ted into the selected driving po-
sition.
If the vehicle is driven under extreme
conditions, such as excessive wheel
spinning and subsequent hard braking,
the fail-safe system may be activated.
The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
may come on to indicate the fail-safe
mode is activated. For additional infor-
mation, refer to “Malfunction Indicator
Light (MIL)” in the “Instruments and con-
trols” section of this manual. This will oc-
cur even if all electrical circuits are func-
tioning properly. In this case, place the
ignition switch in the OFF position andLSD2012
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