power steering fluid NISSAN VERSA HATCHBACK 2012 1.G Owners Manual

Warninglight Name Page
or
Anti-lock Braking
System (ABS) warn-
ing light 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
2-9
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 ™ warning light
(if so equipped)2-11
P position selecting
warning light (for
models with
NISSAN Intelligent
Key™) (if so
equipped)2-12
Warning
light Name Page
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) 2-12
Cruise main switch
indicator light (if so
equipped)
2-13
Cruise set switch
indicator light (if so
equipped)2-13
WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS
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orAnti-lock Braking System (ABS)
warning lightLow windshield-washer fluid warning light
(if so equipped)High beam indicator light (blue)
orBrake warning lightNISSAN Intelligent Key™ warning light
(if so equipped)Low temperature indicator light (blue)
(if so equipped)
Charge warning lightP position selecting warning light (for models
with NISSAN Intelligent Key™) (if so equipped)Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
Door open warning lightSeat belt warning light and chimeOverdrive off indicator light (A/T / CVT models)
Electric power steering warning lightSupplemental air bag warning lightSecurity indicator light
Engine oil pressure warning lightAutomatic Transmission (A/T)/Continuously
Variable Transmission (CVT) position indicator
light (if so equipped)Slip indicator light
High temperature warning light (red)Cruise main switch indicator light
(if so equipped)Turn signal/hazard indicator lights
Low fuel warning lightCruise set switch indicator light
(if so equipped)Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off indicator
light
Low tire pressure warning light
(if so equipped)Front passenger air bag status light
WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND
AUDIBLE REMINDERS
Instruments and controls2-7

●Pressing the brake pedal with the en-
gine stopped and/or a low brake fluid
level may increase your stopping dis-
tance and braking will require greater
pedal effort as well as pedal travel.
● If the brake fluid level is below the
MINIMUM or MIN mark on the brake
fluid reservoir, do not drive until the
brake system has been checked at a
NISSAN dealer.
Charge warning light
If this light comes on while the engine is running,
it may indicate the charging system is not func-
tioning properly. Turn the engine off and check
the drive belt. If the belt is loose, broken, missing,
or if the light remains on, see a NISSAN dealer
immediately.
CAUTION
Do not continue driving if the drive belt is
loose, broken or missing.
Door open warning light
This light comes on when any of the doors are not
closed securely while the ignition switch is
placed in the ON position.
Electric power steering
warning light
WARNING
● If the engine is not running or is turned
off while driving, the power assist for
the steering will not work. Steering will
be harder to operate.
● When the power steering warning light
illuminates with the engine running,
there will be no power assist for the
steering. You will still have control of
the vehicle but the steering will be
harder to operate. Have the power
steering system checked by a NISSAN
dealer.
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the power steering warning light illumi-
nates. After starting the engine, the power steer-
ing warning light turns off. This indicates the
power steering system is operational.
If the power steering warning light illuminates
while the engine is running, it may indicate the
power steering system is not functioning properly
and may need servicing. Have the power steering
system checked by a NISSAN dealer. When the power steering warning light illumi-
nates with the engine running, there will be no
power assist for the steering but you will still have
control of the vehicle. At this time, greater steer-
ing effort is required to operate the steering
wheel, especially in sharp turns and at low
speeds.
See “Power steering” in the “Starting and driving”
section.
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. See “Engine oil” in
the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section of
this manual.
Instruments and controls2-9

WARNING
●While driving on a slippery surface, be
careful when braking, accelerating or
downshifting. Abrupt braking or accel-
erating could cause the wheels to skid
and result in an accident.
● If the engine is not running or is turned
off while driving, the power assist for
the brakes will not work. Braking will be
harder.
Wet brakes
When the vehicle is washed or driven through
water, the brakes may get wet. As a result, your
braking distance will be longer and the vehicle
may pull to one side during braking.
To dry the brakes, drive the vehicle at a safe
speed while lightly pressing the brake pedal to
heat up the brakes. Do this until the brakes return
to normal. Avoid driving the vehicle at high
speeds until the brakes function correctly.
Parking brake break-in
Break-in the brake shoes whenever the stopping
effect of the parking brake is weakened or when-
ever the brake shoes and/or drums are replaced,
in order to assure the best brake performance. This procedure is described in the vehicle service
manual and can be performed by a NISSAN
dealer.
ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM
(ABS)
WARNING
●
The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) is a
sophisticated device, but it cannot pre-
vent accidents resulting from careless
or dangerous driving techniques. It can
help maintain vehicle control during
braking on slippery surfaces. Remem-
ber that stopping distances on slippery
surfaces will be longer than on normal
surfaces even with ABS. Stopping dis-
tances may also be longer on rough,
gravel or snow covered roads, or if you
are using tire chains. Always maintain a
safe distance from the vehicle in front
of you. Ultimately, the driver is respon-
sible for safety.
● Tire type and condition may also affect
braking effectiveness.
– When replacing tires, install the specified size of tires on all four
wheels. – When installing a spare tire, make
sure that it is the proper size and type
as specified on the Tire and Loading
Information label. See “Tire and
Loading Information label” in the
“Technical and consumer informa-
tion” section of this manual.
– For detailed information, see “Wheels and tires” in the “Mainte-
nance and do-it-yourself” section of
this manual.
The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) controls the
brakes so the wheels do not lock during hard
braking or when braking on slippery surfaces.
The system detects the rotation speed at each
wheel and varies the brake fluid pressure to pre-
vent each wheel from locking and sliding. By
preventing each wheel from locking, the system
helps the driver maintain steering control and
helps to minimize swerving and spinning on slip-
pery surfaces.
Using the system
Depress the brake pedal and hold it down. De-
press the brake pedal with firm steady pressure,
but do not pump the brakes. The ABS will oper-
ate to prevent the wheels from locking up. Steer
the vehicle to avoid obstacles.
5-28Starting and driving

10 Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ........5-28
Air bag (See supplemental restraint
system) .....................1-34
Air bag system Front (See supplemental front impact air bag
system) ...................1-41
Side and curtain (See supplemental
side air bag and curtain side-impact
air bag system) ...............1-45
Airbagwarninglabels.............1-48
Airbagwarninglight...........1-48,2-12
Air cleaner housing filter ............8-18
Air conditioner Air conditioner operation ..........4-12
Air conditioner service ...........4-17
Air conditioner specification label .....9-11
Air conditioner system refrigerant and
oil recommendations .............9-6
Heater and air conditioner controls .....4-9
Servicing air conditioner ..........4-17
Airflowcharts..................4-13
Alarm system
(See vehicle security system) .........2-16
Anchor point locations .............1-20
Antenna.....................4-48
Anti-lock brake warning light ..........2-8
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ........5-28
Armrests .....................1-4
Audible reminders ...............2-15
Audio system ..................4-17 Compact disc (CD) player . .4-28, 4-32, 4-38
FM/AM radio with compact disc
(CD) player
.................4-30
FM-AM radio with compact disc
(CD)
player ....................4-26
FM/AM/SAT radio with compact disc
(CD) player .................4-35
Audio System iPod Player .............4-42,4-44
Audio system Radio ....................4-17
Steering wheel audio control switch . . .4-47
USB interface ................4-41
Automatic Automatic power window switch .....2-32
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ....8-12
Driving with automatic transmission ....5-17
Automatic anti-glare inside mirror .......3-29
Automatic door locks ..............3-6
AUXjack.................4-34,4-40
B
Battery ......................8-15
Chargewarninglight.............2-9
Before starting the engine ...........5-11
Belt (See drive belt) ..............8-17
Block heater Engine ....................5-32
Bluetooth hands-free phone system .....4-49
Boosterseats..................1-31 Brake
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ......5-28
Brakefluid..................8-13
Brakelight(Seestoplight).........8-29
Brake system ................5-27
Brake warning light ..............2-8
Brake wear indicators ........2-15,8-20
Parking brake operation ..........5-22
Self-adjusting brakes ............8-20
Brakes ......................8-20
Break-inschedule ...............5-25
Brightness/contrast button ...........4-8
Brightness control Instrument panel ..............2-22
Bulb check/instrument panel ..........2-8
Bulbreplacement................8-29
C
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ...................
9-2
Cargocover...................2-29
Cargo (See vehicle loading information) . . .9-12
CarphoneorCBradio.............4-48
CDcareandcleaning .............4-46
CD player (See audio system) . .4-28, 4-32, 4-38
Child restraints .......1-15,1-15,1-16,1-18
Precautions on child
restraints ........1-16,1-23,1-27,1-31
Top tether strap anchor point locations . .1-20
Child restraint with top tether strap ......1-20
Child safety rear door lock ............3-7

Interiorlight..................2-35
Lightbulbs..................8-28
Low tire pressure warning light.......2-10
Low windshield-washer fluid warning
light......................2-11
Passenger air bag and status light .....1-42
Security indicator light ............2-14
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders ...................2-7
Lights Maplights ..................2-36
Lock Child safety rear door lock ..........3-7
Door locks ................3-4,3-5
Fuel-filler door lock opener lever ......3-25
Power door locks ...............3-6
Loose fuel cap warning ..........2-5,3-26
Lowfuelwarninglight..............2-10
Low tire pressure warning light .........2-10
Low windshield-washer fluid warning light . . .2-11
Luggage (See vehicle loading information) . .9-12
M
Maintenance Generalmaintenance.............8-2
Insidethevehicle...............8-3
Maintenanceprecautions...........8-5
Outsidethevehicle..............8-2
Seat belt maintenance ............1-14
Under the hood and vehicle .........8-4
Malfunction indicator light ............2-13
Manual front seat adjustment ...........1-2
Maplights ....................2-36
Map pocket ....................2-25 Meters and gauges
................2-3
Instrument brightness control ........2-22
Mirror Automatic anti-glare inside mirror ......3-29
Inside mirror .................3-29
Outside mirrors ...............3-30
Vanity mirror .................3-28
Moonroof .....................2-33
N
NISSAN Intelligent Key™ .........3-10,3-13
NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system . . .2-17, 3-4, 5-11
O
Octane rating (See fuel octane rating) ......9-4
Odometer .....................2-4
Oil Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................9-2
Changing engine oil .............8-10
Changing engine oil filter ..........8-11
Checking engine oil level ...........8-9
Engineoil ...................8-9
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation . . .9-5
Engine oil viscosity ..............9-5
Outside mirrors .................3-30
Overdrive switch .................5-20
Overheat If your vehicle overheats ...........6-9
Owner’s manual order form ...........9-20Owner’s manual/service manual order
information
....................9-20
P
Parking Parking brake operation ...........5-22
Parking/parking on hills ...........5-26
Phone, Bluetooth hands-free system .....4-49
Power Power door locks ...............3-6
Power outlet .................2-25
Power rear windows .............2-32
P

ower steering system ...........5-27
Power windows ...............2-31
Rear power windows ............2-32
Precautions Maintenanceprecautions...........8-5
Precautions on child
restraints .........1-16,1-23,1-27,1-31
Precautions on seat belt usage ........1-8
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system ....................1-34
Precautions when starting and driving ....5-2
Programmablefeatures..............4-5
Push starting ....................6-9
R
Radio CarphoneorCBradio...........4-48
FM-AM radio with compact disc
(CD) player ..................4-26
10-4

Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off
switch.....................2-24
Windshield wiper and washer switch . . .2-18T
Tachometer ....................2-5
Theft (NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system) ,
engine start .............2-17,3-4,5-11
Three-way catalyst ................5-2
Tilting steering wheel ..............3-28
Tire Flat tire .....................6-2
Spare tire ................6-3,8-42
Tire and Loading Information label .....9-11
Tire chains ..................8-39
Tireplacard..................9-11
Tirepressure.................8-32
Tire rotation..................8-39
Types of tires .................8-38
Uniform tire quality grading .........9-16
Wheels and tires ...............8-32
Wheel/tire size .................9-8
Tire pressure Low tire pressure warning light .......2-10
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ....5-3
Top tether strap child restraint .........1-20
Towing Flattowing..................9-16
Towtrucktowing...............6-10
Trailertowing.................9-16
Transmission Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) .....8-12
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) fluid ..................8-11 Driving with automatic transmission
....5-17
Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT) .............5-13
Driving with manual transmission ......5-21
Transmission shift selector lock
release...................5-15,5-19
Travel (See registering your vehicle in another
country) ......................9-9
Trip odometer ...................2-4
Turn signal switch ................2-22
U
Uniform tire quality grading ...........9-16
USB interface Audio file operation .............4-41
V
Vanity mirror ...................3-28
Vehicle dimensions and weights .........9-8
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch . . .2-24
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) system .....5-29
Vehicle identification ...............9-9
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
(Chassis number) .................9-9
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate ....9-9
Vehicle loading information ...........9-12
Vehicle recovery .................6-12
Vehicle security system .............2-16
Vehicle security system (NISSAN vehicle immobi-
lizer system) , engine start ......2-17,3-4,5-11
Ventilators .....................4-8
Visors.......................3-28 W
Warning Airbagwarninglight.........1-48, 2-12
Anti-lock brake warning light .........2-8
Battery charge warning light .........2-9
Brake warning light ..............2-8
Door open warning light ...........2-9
Engine oil pressure warning light .......2-9
Hazard warning flasher switch .......2-23
Low

fuel warning light ............2-10
Low tire pressure warning light .......2-10
Low windshield-washer fluid warning
light......................2-11
Passenger air bag and status light .....1-42
Seatbeltwarninglight............2-12
Vehicle security system ...........2-16
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders ...................2-7
Warning labels (for SRS) ..........1-48
Warninglights...................2-7
Washer switch Rear window wiper and washer
switches...................2-19
Windshield wiper and washer switch . . .2-18
Weights (See dimensions and weights) .....9-8
Wheels and tires .................8-32
Wheel/tire size ...................9-8
When traveling or registering your vehicle
in another country .................9-9
Windows Locking passengers’ windows .......2-32
Power rear windows .............2-32
Power windows ...............2-31
Rear power windows ............2-32
10-6