warning lights NISSAN VERSA NOTE 2015 2.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 ...........................0-5 Instrument panel
...................................0-6
Engine compartment check locations . . ..............0-7
Warning/indicator lights ............................0-8

Warninglight Name Page
or
Anti-lock Braking
System (ABS) warn-
ing light 2-14
or
Brake warning light 2-14
Charge warning light 2-15
Door open warning
light
2-15
Engine oil pressure
warning light2-15
High temperature
warning light2-15
Warning
light Name Page
Low fuel warning
light 2-15
Low tire pressure
warning light (if so
equipped)2-16
Low windshield-
washer fluid warning
light (if so equipped)2-17
NISSAN Intelligent
Key® warning light
(if so equipped)2-17
Power steering
warning light
2-17
P position selecting
warning light (if so
equipped)2-18
Seat belt warning
light and chime
2-18
Warning
light Name Page
Supplemental air
bag warning light 2-18
Indicator
light Name Page
Continuously Vari-
able Transmission
(CVT) position indi-
cator light (if so
equipped) 2-19
Cruise main switch
indicator light (if so
equipped)
2-19
Engine start opera-
tion indicator (if so
equipped)2-19
Front fog light indi-
cator light (if so
equipped)2-19
WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS
0-8Illustrated table of contents

2 Instruments and controls
Instrument panel...................................2-2
Meters and gauges ................................2-3
Speedometer and odometer .....................2-4
Tachometer ....................................2-8
Engine coolant temperature gauge ...............2-8
Fuel gauge ....................................2-9
Trip computer ................................. 2-10
Service interval reminder .......................2-11
Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders ......2-13
Checking bulbs ............................... 2-14
Warning lights ................................ 2-14
Indicator lights ................................ 2-19
Audible reminders ............................. 2-21
Security systems ................................. 2-22
NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system
(if so equipped) ............................... 2-22
Windshield wiper and washer switch ...............2-23
Switch operation .............................. 2-23
Rear window wiper and washer switch ..............2-24
Rear window and outside mirror (if so equipped)
defroster switch .................................. 2-25
Headlight and turn signal switch ....................2-25
Headlight control switch ........................ 2-25
Daytime running light system (Canada only) ......2-26 Instrument brightness control
...................2-27
Turn signal switch ............................. 2-28
Fog light switch (if so equipped) ................2-28
Horn ............................................ 2-29
Heated seats (if so equipped) ......................2-29
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off switch ...........2-30
Power outlet ..................................... 2-31
Storage ......................................... 2-31
Map pockets .................................. 2-31
Seatback pockets ............................. 2-32
Storage trays ................................. 2-32
Cup holders .................................. 2-32
Glove box .................................... 2-34
Cargo cover (if so equipped) ....................2-35
Divide-n-hide

adjustable floor
(if so equipped) ............................... 2-36
Grocery hooks ................................ 2-37
Windows ........................................ 2-37
Power windows (if so equipped) ................2-37
Manual windows (if so equipped) ................2-40
Interior light ...................................... 2-40
Map light ........................................ 2-41
Luggage compartment light ........................2-41

orAnti-lock Braking System (ABS)
warning lightNISSAN Intelligent Key® warning light
(if so equipped)Front passenger air bag status light
orBrake warning lightPower steering warning lightHigh beam indicator light (blue)
Charge warning lightP position selecting warning light
(if so equipped)Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
Door open warning lightSeat belt warning light and chimeOverdrive off indicator light (if so equipped)
Engine oil pressure warning lightSupplemental air bag warning lightSecurity indicator light (if so equipped)
High temperature warning lightContinuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
position indicator light (if so equipped)Side and headlight indicator light (green)
(if so equipped)
Low fuel warning lightCruise main switch indicator light
(if so equipped)Slip indicator light
Low tire pressure warning light
(if so equipped)Engine start operation indicator
(if so equipped)Turn signal/hazard indicator lights
Low windshield-washer fluid warning light
(if so equipped)Front fog light indicator light (if so equipped)Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off indicator
light
WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND
AUDIBLE REMINDERS
Instruments and controls2-13

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,,,,,
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
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the ABS warning light illuminates and
then turns off. This indicates the ABS is opera-
tional. 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. For
additional information, refer to “Brake system” 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 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. For additional information, re-
fer to “Brake fluid” in the “Maintenance 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.
● 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 and 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.
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning
indicator
When the parking brake is released and the
brake fluid level is sufficient, if both the brake
warning light and the ABS warning light illumi-
nates, it may indicate the ABS is not functioning
2-14Instruments and controls

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
Continuously VariableTransmission (CVT) position
indicator light (if so equipped)
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the indicator light shows the shift lever
position. Refer to “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.
Engine start operationindicator (if so equipped)
For vehicles equipped with push button ignition
this indicator illuminates when the ignition switch
is in the LOCK, OFF, ACC or ON position with
the shift lever in the P (Park) position.
This indicator means that the engine will start by
pushing the push-button ignition switch with the
brake pedal depressed.
Front fog light indicator light (ifso equipped)
The front fog light indicator light illuminates when
the front fog lights are ON. For additional infor-
mation, refer to “Fog light switch” in this section.
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,
refer to “Front passenger air bag and status light”
in the “Safety — Seats, seat belts and supple-
mental 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.
Malfunction Indicator Light(MIL)
If this indicator light comes on steady or blinks
while the engine is running, it may indicate a
potential emission control malfunction.
The
may also come on steady if the fuel-
filler cap is loose or missing, or if the vehicle runs
out of fuel. Check to make sure the fuel-filler cap
is installed and closed tightly, and that the vehicle
has at least 3 gal (11.4 L) of fuel in the fuel tank.
After a few driving trips, the
light should
turn off if no other potential emission control
system malfunction exists.
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
Instruments and controls2-19

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 by a
NISSAN dealer.
While the VDC 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. ●
The Intelligent Key is left inside the vehicle
when locking the doors.
● The Intelligent Key is taken outside the ve-
hicle when operating the vehicle.
● Any doors are not closed securely 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” sec-
tion.
Parking brake reminder chime
A chime sounds if the parking brake is set and the
vehicle is driven. The chime will stop if the parking
brake is released or the vehicle speed returns to
zero.
Instruments and controls2-21

WARNING
In freezing temperatures the washer solu-
tion may freeze on the window and ob-
scure your vision. Warm the rear window
with the defroster before you wash the
rear window.
CAUTION
●Do not operate the washer continuously
for more than 30 seconds.
● Do not operate the washer if the reser-
voir is empty.
● Do not fill the windshield-washer fluid
reservoir with washer fluid concen-
trates at full strength. Some methyl al-
cohol based washer fluid concentrates
may permanently stain the grille if
spilled while filling the windshield-
washer fluid reservoir.
● Pre-mix washer fluid concentrates with
water to the manufacturer’s recom-
mended levels before pouring the fluid
into the windshield-washer fluid reser-
voir. Do not use the windshield-washer
fluid reservoir to mix the washer fluid
concentrate and water. To defrost the rear window glass, start the engine
and push the rear window defroster switch on.
The rear window defroster indicator light on the
switch comes on. Push the switch again to turn
the defroster off.
The rear window defroster automatically turns off
after approximately 15 minutes.
CAUTION
When cleaning the inner side of the rear
window, be careful not to scratch or dam-
age the rear window defroster.
HEADLIGHT CONTROL SWITCH
Lighting
1When turning the switch to theposi-
tion, the front parking, tail, license plate and
instrument panel lights come on.
2When turning the switch to theposi-
tion, the headlights come on and all the other
lights remain on.
LIC2116
Type A (if so equipped)
LIC2127
REAR WINDOW AND OUTSIDE
MIRROR (if so equipped)
DEFROSTER SWITCH HEADLIGHT AND TURN SIGNAL
SWITCH
Instruments and controls2-25

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.
Type A
Press the control
Ato adjust the brightness of
instrument panel lights when driving at night.
Type B
Turn the knob
Aleft continuously for illumination
to decrease and turn the knob right continuously
for illumination to increase.
Type A (if so equipped)
LIC2137
Type B (if so equipped)
LIC2769
Instruments and controls2-27

3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Keys .............................................3-2NISSAN Intelligent Key® (if so equipped) .........3-3
NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system keys
(if so equipped) ................................3-4
Doors ............................................3-5
Locking with key ................................3-5
Locking with inside lock knob ....................3-6
Locking with power door lock switch
(if so equipped) ................................3-6
Automatic door locks (if so equipped). . . ..........3-7
Child safety rear door lock .......................3-7
Remote keyless entry system (models without
NISSAN Intelligent Key®) (if so equipped) ...........3-8
How to use remote keyless entry system ..........3-9
NISSAN Intelligent Key® (if so equipped) ...........3-11
Operating range ............................... 3-13
Door locks/unlocks precaution ..................3-14
NISSAN Intelligent Key® operation ..............3-14
How to use the remote keyless entry
function ...................................... 3-18Warning lights and audible reminders
............3-21
Warning signals ............................... 3-22
Troubleshooting guide ......................... 3-23
Hood ........................................... 3-24
Rear hatch ....................................... 3-25
Opening the rear hatch ......................... 3-25
Rear hatch 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) ...................3-30
Mirrors .......................................... 3-30
Rearview mirror ............................... 3-30
Outside mirrors ............................... 3-30