2004 NISSAN QUEST traction control

17. Tilt steering wheel controls (P. 3-21)
18. Rear sonar system off switch (if so
equipped) (P. 2-22)
19. Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off
switch (if so equipped) or Traction con-
trol system (TCS) off switch (if so
equipped) (P. 2-22, P. 2-22)
20. Lights on demand switch (P.2-41 )
21. Instrument brightness control (P. 2-18)
22. Outside mirror controls (P. 3-24)
*: Refer to the separate Navigation System Own-
er’s Manual (if so equipped) .
See the page number indicated in paren-
theses for operating details.
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Indicator
lightName Page
Malfunction
indicator lamp
(MIL)2-10
Overdrive off
indicator light2-10
Security indica-
tor light (NVIS)2-8
Slip indicator
light2-10
Traction control
system off indi-
cator light (if
so equipped)2-10
Turn
signal/hazard
indicator lights2-11
Indicator
lightName Page
Vehicle dy-
namic control
off indicator
light (if so
equipped)2-11
0-10
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2 Instruments and controls
Instrument panel...................................2-2
Meters and gauges................................2-3
Speedometer and odometer.....................2-4
Tachometer....................................2-4
Engine coolant temperature gauge...............2-4
Fuel gauge....................................2-5
Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders.......2-6
Checking bulbs................................2-6
Warning lights.................................2-6
Indicator lights.................................2-9
Audible reminders.............................2-12
Security system..................................2-12
Nissan vehicle immobilizer system (NVIS)........2-12
Windshield wiper and washer switch...............2-13
Switch operation..............................2-13
Rear window wiper and washer switch..............2-14
Rear window and outside mirror (if so equipped)
defroster switch..................................2-15
Headlight and turn signal switch....................2-15
Headlight control switch........................2-15
Daytime running light system (Canada only)......2-18
Instrument brightness control...................2-18
Turn signal switch.............................2-19Fog light switch (if so equipped)................2-19
Cornering light................................2-19
Hazard warning flasher switch.....................2-20
Horn............................................2-20
Heated seat (if so equipped).......................2-21
Traction control system (TCS) off switch
(if so equipped)..................................2-22
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch
(if so equipped)..................................2-22
Rear sonar system off switch (if so equipped)........2-22
Power outlet.....................................2-23
Storage.........................................2-25
Note holder...................................2-25
Upper instrument panel storage
compartment..................................2-25
Lower instrument panel storage trays............2-26
Passenger seat storage tray (if so equipped).....2-26
Center console................................2-27
Glove box....................................2-28
Sunglasses holder.............................2-28
Convenience hook.............................2-29
Map pockets..................................2-29
Seatback pockets.............................2-30
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17. Tilt steering wheel control (P. 3-21)
18. Rear sonar system off switch (if so
equipped) (P. 2-22)
19. Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off
switch (if so equipped) or Traction con-
trol system (TCS) off switch (if so
equipped) (P. 2-22, P. 2-22)
20. Lights on demand switch (P. 2-41)
21. Instrument brightness control (P. 2-18)
22. Outside mirror controls (P. 3-24)
*: Refer to the separate Navigation System Own-
er’s Manual (if so equipped) .
See the page number indicated in paren-
theses for operating details.
1. Tachometer
2. Warning/indicator lights
3. Speedometer
4. Odometer
5. Engine coolant temperature gauge/Fuel
gauge
LIC0459
METERS AND GAUGES
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orAnti-lock brake warning lightSeat belt warning light and chimeorFront passenger air bag status
light
orBrake warning lightSupplemental air bag warning lightSecurity indicator light (NVIS)
Charge warning lightAutomatic transmission position indicator lightSlip indicator light
Door open warning lightCruise main switch indicator lightTraction control system off indicator light (if so
equipped)
Engine oil pressure warning lightCruise set switch indicator lightTurn signal/hazard indicator lights
Low fuel warning lightHigh beam indicator light (Blue)Vehicle dynamic control off indicator light (if so
equipped)
Low tire pressure warning lightMalfunction indicator lamp (MIL)
Low windshield washer fluid warning lightOverdrive off indicator light
CHECKING BULBS
With all doors closed, apply the parking brake
and turn the ignition key to the ON position
without starting the engine. The following lights
will come on:
,or,,,
The following lights come on briefly and then go
off:
or,,,,,,
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 brake
warning light
If the light comes on while the engine is running,
it may indicate the anti-lock brake system is not
functioning properly. Have the system checked
by a NISSAN dealer.
WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND
AUDIBLE REMINDERS
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For front passenger air bag status light operation,
see “Front passenger air bag and status light” in
the “Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental
air bags” section of this manual.
Security indicator light (NVIS)
This light blinks whenever the ignition switch is in
the LOCK, OFF or ACC position. This function
indicates the security system equipped on the
vehicle is operational.
For additional information, see “Security system”
later in this section.
Slip indicator light
This indicator light will blink when the traction
control system is limiting wheel spin. Slippery
road conditions may exist if the slip indicator
blinks on. If this happens, adjust your driving
accordingly.
The slip indicator light also comes on when you
turn the ignition key to the ON position. The light
will turn off after about 2 seconds if the system is
operational. If the light does not come on or go
off, have the traction control system checked by a
NISSAN dealer.The system operates in all transmission shift lever
positions, but the system can upshift the trans-
mission only as high as the indicated shift lever
position.
Traction control system off
indicator light (if so equipped)
This indicator light comes on when the traction
control off switch is pushed to OFF. This indi-
cates the traction control system is not operating.
Push the traction control off switch again or re-
start the engine and the system will operate nor-
mally. See “Traction control system (TCS)” in the
“Starting and driving” section of this manual.
The traction control light also comes on when you
turn the ignition key to the ON position. The light
will turn off after about 2 seconds if the traction
control system (TCS) is operational. If the light
stays on or comes on along with the SLIP indica-
tor light while you are driving, have the traction
control system checked by a NISSAN dealer.
While the traction control system is operating,
you might feel slight vibration or hear the system
working when starting the vehicle or accelerat-
ing, but this is normal.
Turn signal/hazard indicator
lights
The appropriate light flashes when the turn signal
switch is activated.
Both lights flash when the hazard switch is turned
on.
Vehicle dynamic control 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 system 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” section of
this manual.
The vehicle dynamic control light also comes on
when you turn the ignition key to 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 SLIP indicator light
while you are driving, have the vehicle dynamic
control system checked by a NISSAN dealer.
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The vehicle should be driven with the Traction Con-
trol System (TCS) on for most driving conditions.
When the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, the
TCS reduces the engine output to reduce wheel
spin. The engine speed will be reduced even if
the accelerator is depressed to the floor. If maxi-
mum engine power is needed to free a stuck
vehicle, turn the TCS off.
To turn off the TCS, push the TCS OFF switch.
The
indicator will come on.
Push the “TCS OFF” switch again or restart the
engine and the system will operate normally. See
“Traction control system (TCS)” in the “Starting
and driving” section.The vehicle should be driven with the Vehicle
Dynamic Control (VDC) system on for most driv-
ing conditions.
If the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, the VDC
system reduces the engine output to reduce
wheel spin. The engine speed will be reduced
even if the accelerator is depressed to the floor. If
maximum engine power is needed to free a stuck
vehicle, turn the VDC system off.
To turn off the VDC system, push the VDC OFF
switch. Theindicator will come on.
Push the VDC OFF switch again or restart the
engine and the system will operate normally. See
“Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) system” in the
“Starting and driving” section.
WARNING
The rear sonar system is a convenience
but it is not a substitute for proper back-
ing. Always turn and check that it is safe to
do so before backing up. Always back up
slowly.
The rear sonar system (if so equipped) is active
when the ignition is in the ON position and the
shift selector lever is in R (Reverse) .
When sensors detect obstacles within 6 ft (1.8
m) of the rear bumper, a beeping tone is emitted.
LIC0451WIC0534LIC0471
TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM (TCS)
OFF SWITCH (if so equipped)VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC)
OFF SWITCH (if so equipped)REAR SONAR SYSTEM OFF SWITCH
(if so equipped)
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5 Starting and driving
Precautions when starting and driving................5-2
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide)..................5-2
Three-way catalyst..............................5-2
Low tire pressure warning system................5-3
Avoiding collision and rollover....................5-4
Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving................5-5
Ignition switch.....................................5-5
Automatic transmission..........................5-5
Key positions..................................5-6
Nissan vehicle immobilizer system (NVIS).........5-6
Before starting the engine..........................5-6
Starting the engine................................5-7
Driving the vehicle.................................5-7
Automatic transmission..........................5-7
Parking brake....................................5-11
Cruise control....................................5-12
Precautions on cruise control...................5-12
Cruise control operations.......................5-12
Break-in schedule................................5-13Increasing fuel economy...........................5-14
Parking/parking on hills............................5-15
Power steering...................................5-15
Brake system....................................5-16
Brake precautions.............................5-16
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)...................5-16
Traction control system (TCS)......................5-18
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) system
(if so equipped)..................................5-19
Rear sonar system (if so equipped).................5-20
Cold weather driving..............................5-21
Freeing a frozen door lock......................5-21
Anti-freeze....................................5-21
Battery.......................................5-21
Draining of coolant water.......................5-21
Tire equipment................................5-21
Special winter equipment.......................5-22
Driving on snow or ice.........................5-22
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