warning lights NISSAN VERSA HATCHBACK 2011 1.G Owners Manual

0 Illustrated table of contents
Air bags, seat belts and child restraints..............0-2
Exterior front ......................................0-3
Exterior rear .......................................0-4
Passenger compartment ...........................0-6 Instrument panel
...................................0-7
Engine compartment check locations . . . .............0-9
Warning/indicator lights ........................... 0-11

Warninglight Name Page
or
Anti-lock Braking
System (ABS) warn-
ing light (if so
equipped) 2-8
or
Brake warning light 2-8
Charge warning light 2-9
Door open warning
light
2-9
Electric power
steering warning
light2-9
Engine oil pressure
warning light
2-10
Warning
light Name Page
High temperature
warning light (red) 2-10
Low fuel warning
light2-10
Low tire pressure
warning light (if so
equipped)2-10
Low windshield-
washer fluid warning
light (if so equipped)2-11
NISSAN Intelligent
Key ™ lock warning
light (M/T models) (if
so equipped)2-11
NISSAN Intelligent
Key ™ warning light
(if so equipped)
2-12
Warning
light Name Page
P position selecting
warning light (for
models with
NISSAN Intelligent
Key™) (if so
equipped) 2-12
Seat belt warning
light and chime
2-12
Supplemental air
bag warning light2-12
Indicator
light Name Page
Automatic Transmis-
sion (A/T) / Con-
tinuously Variable
Transmission (CVT)
position indicator
light (if so equipped) 2-13
WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS
Illustrated table of contents0-11

2 Instruments and controls
Instrument panel...................................2-2
Meters and gauges ................................2-3
Speedometer and odometer .....................2-4
Tachometer ....................................2-5
Fuel gauge ....................................2-5
Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders .......2-7
Checking bulbs ................................2-8
Warning lights .................................2-8
Indicator lights ................................ 2-13
Audible reminders ............................. 2-15
Security systems ................................. 2-16
Vehicle security system (if so equipped) ..........2-16
NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system .............2-17
Windshield wiper and washer switch ...............2-19
Switch operation .............................. 2-19
Rear window wiper and washer switch
(if so equipped) .................................. 2-20
Rear window and outside mirror (if so equipped)
defroster switch .................................. 2-20
Headlight and turn signal switch ....................2-21
Headlight control switch ........................ 2-21
Daytime running light system (Canada only) ......2-22
Instrument brightness control . ..................2-22Turn signal switch
............................. 2-23
Fog light switch (if so equipped) ................2-23
Hazard warning flasher switch .....................2-23
Horn ............................................ 2-24
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off switch
(if so equipped) .................................. 2-24
Power outlet ..................................... 2-25
Storage ......................................... 2-25
Map pockets .................................. 2-25
Storage trays ................................. 2-26
Sunglasses holder (if so equipped) ..............2-27
Cup holders .................................. 2-27
Glove box .................................... 2-28
Console box (if so equipped) ...................2-29
Covered storage bin ........................... 2-29
Cargo cover (if so equipped)
(Hatchback models only) .......................2-29
Windows ........................................ 2-31
P ower

windows (if so equipped) ................2-31
Manual windows (if so equipped) ................2-33
Moonroof (if so equipped) ......................... 2-34
Automatic moonroof ........................... 2-34
Interior light ...................................... 2-36

orAnti-lock Braking System (ABS)
warning light (if so equipped)Low windshield-washer fluid warning light
(if so equipped)Front passenger air bag status light
orBrake warning lightNISSAN Intelligent Key™ lock warning light
(M/T models) (if so equipped)High beam indicator light (blue)
Charge warning lightNISSAN Intelligent Key™ warning light
(if so equipped)Low temperature indicator light (blue)
Door open warning lightP position selecting warning light (for models
with NISSAN Intelligent Key™) (if so equipped)Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
Electric power steering warning lightSeat belt warning light and chimeOverdrive off indicator light (A/T / CVT models)
Engine oil pressure warning lightSupplemental air bag warning lightSecurity indicator light
High temperature warning light (red)Automatic Transmission (A/T)/Continuously
Variable Transmission (CVT) position indicator
light (if so equipped)Slip indicator light (if so equipped)
Low fuel warning lightCruise main switch indicator light
(if so equipped)Turn signal/hazard indicator lights
Low tire pressure warning light
(if so equipped)Cruise set switch indicator light
(if so equipped)Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off indicator
light (if so equipped)
WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND
AUDIBLE REMINDERS
Instruments and controls2-7

CHECKING BULBS
With all doors closed, apply the parking brake
and place the ignition switch in the ON position
without starting the engine. The following lights
will come on:
or,,,(blue) ,
,,
If equipped, the following lights come on briefly
and then go off:
or,(red) ,,,
,,,,,
If any light fails to come on, it may indicate
a burned-out bulb or an open circuit in the
electrical system. Have the system repaired
promptly.
WARNING LIGHTS
orAnti-lock BrakingSystem (ABS)
warning light (if so
equipped)
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the Anti-lock Braking System (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 by a NISSAN dealer.
If an ABS malfunction occurs, the anti-lock func-
tion is turned off. The brake system then operates
normally, but without anti-lock assistance. See
Brake system in theStarting and driving sec-
tion.
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 parking
brake is applied.
Low brake fluid warning light
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the light warns of a low brake fluid level.
If the light comes on while the engine is running
with the parking brake not applied, stop the ve-
hicle and perform the following:
1. Check the brake fluid level. Add brake fluid as necessary. See “Brake fluid” in the “Main-
tenance and do-it-yourself” section of this
manual.
2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the warning system checked by a NISSAN
dealer.
WARNING
●Your brake system may not be working
properly if the warning light is on. Driv-
ing could be dangerous. If you judge it
to be safe, drive carefully to the nearest
service station for repairs. Otherwise,
have your vehicle towed because driv-
ing it could be dangerous.
2-8Instruments and controls

ditional details see “Supplemental restraint sys-
tem” 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 systems
and/or pretensioner systems will not op-
erate in an accident. To help avoid injury
to yourself or others, have your vehicle
checked by a NISSAN dealer as soon as
possible.
INDICATOR LIGHTS
Automatic Transmission(A/T)/Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT) position
indicator light (if so equipped)
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, this indicator light shows the shift selec-
tor position. See “Driving the vehicle” in the
“Starting and driving” section of this manual.
Cruise main switch indicatorlight (if so equipped)
The light comes on when the cruise control main
switch is pushed. The light goes out when the
main switch is pushed again. When the cruise
main switch indicator light comes on, the cruise
control system is operational.
Cruise set switch indicatorlight (if so equipped)
The light comes on while the vehicle speed is
controlled by the cruise control system. If the light
blinks while the engine is running, it may indicate
the cruise control system is not functioning prop-
erly. Have the system checked by a NISSAN
dealer.
Front passenger air bag statuslight
The front passenger air bag status light ()
will be lit and the passenger front air bag will be
OFF depending on how the front passenger seat
is being used.
For front passenger air bag status light operation,
see “Front passenger air bag and status light” in
the “Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental
restraint system” 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.
Low temperature indicatorlight (blue)
The low temperature indicator light illuminates
when the engine coolant temperature is low.
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the low temperature indicator light illu-
minates and then turns off after the engine cool-
ant has warmed up.
If the low temperature indicator light stays illumi-
nated after the engine has sufficiently warmed
up, it may indicate the low temperature sensor in
the engine coolant system is not functioning
properly and may need servicing. Have the sys-
tem checked, and if necessary repaired, by a
NISSAN dealer promptly.
Instruments and controls2-13

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, see “Security sys-
tems” later in this section.
Slip indicator light (if soequipped)
This indicator will blink when the VDC system or
the traction control system is operating, thus
alerting that the vehicle is nearing its traction
limits. The road surface may be slippery.
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 (if so
equipped)
This indicator light comes on when the Vehicle
Dynamic Control off switch is pushed to OFF.
This indicates the Vehicle Dynamic Control sys-
tem is not operating.
Push the Vehicle Dynamic Control off switch
again or restart the engine and the system will
operate normally. See “Vehicle Dynamic Control
(VDC) system” in the “Starting and driving” sec-
tion 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 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.
Instruments and controls2-15

CAUTION
Even though the battery saver feature au-
tomatically turns off the headlights after a
period of time, you should turn the head-
light switch to the OFF position when the
engine is not running to avoid discharging
the vehicle battery.
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 the
position 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 placed in the OFF position.
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 control switch is in the
orposition.
Turn the control to adjust the brightness of instru-
ment panel lights when driving at night.
LIC0392
2-22Instruments and controls

TURN SIGNAL SWITCH
Turn signal
1Move the lever up or down to signal the
turning direction. When the turn is com-
pleted, the turn signals cancel automatically.
Lane change signal
2To 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 fog lights on, turn the headlight switch
to the
position, then turn the fog light
switch to the
position.
To turn the fog lights off, turn the fog light 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
●
If stopping for an emergency, be sure to
move the vehicle well off the road.
● Do 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.
● Turn signals do not work when the haz-
ard warning flasher lights are on.
LIC0968SIC3020LIC0394
HAZARD WARNING FLASHER
SWITCH
Instruments and controls2-23

3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Keys .............................................3-2NISSAN Intelligent Key™ (if so equipped) .........3-2
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System keys .........3-4
Doors ............................................3-4
Locking with key ................................3-5
Locking with inside lock knob . ...................3-5
Locking with power door lock switch
(if so equipped) ................................3-6
Automatic door locks (if so equipped) .............3-6
Child safety rear door lock .......................3-7
Remote keyless entry system (models without
NISSAN Intelligent Key™) (if so equipped) ............3-7
How to use remote keyless entry system ..........3-8
NISSAN Intelligent Key™ (if so equipped) ...........3-10
Operating range ............................... 3-12
Door locks/unlocks precaution ..................3-12
NISSAN Intelligent Key™ operation ..............3-13
How to use the remote keyless entry
function ...................................... 3-17
Warning lights and audible reminders ............3-19
Warning signals ............................... 3-20Troubleshooting guide
......................... 3-21
Hood ........................................... 3-22
Rear hatch (Hatchback) ........................... 3-23
Opening the rear hatch ......................... 3-23
Rear hatch release ............................. 3-24
Trunk lid (Sedan) ................................. 3-24
Key operation ................................. 3-25
Opening the trunk lid using the opener
switch (if so equipped) ......................... 3-25
Interior trunk lid release ........................ 3-26
Fuel-filler door ................................... 3-26
Opener operation .............................. 3-26
Fuel-filler cap ................................. 3-27
Steering wheel ................................... 3-29
Tilt operation .................................. 3-29
Sun visors ....................................... 3-29
Vanity mirrors (if so equipped) ...................3-29
Mirrors .......................................... 3-30
Rearview mirror ............................... 3-30
Outside mirrors ............................... 3-30