2006 NISSAN X-TRAIL instrument panel

Headlight beam select
1To select the low beam, put the lever in the
neutral position as shown.
2To select the high beam, push the lever
forward while the switch is in the
po-
sition. Pull it back to select the low beam.
3Pulling the lever toward you will flash the
headlight high beam.
DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT SYSTEMThe daytime running lights automatically illumi-
nate when the engine is started and once the
parking brake is released. The daytime running
lights operate with the headlight switch in the
OFF position or in the
position.
The daytime running lights will be turned off
when the headlight switch is turned to the
position.
The daytime running lights will remain on until
the ignition switch is turned to the ACC or 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
CONTROLThe instrument brightness control operates
when the light switch is in the
or
position and the ignition switch is in the
ON position.
Keep turning the control to adjust the brightness
of instrument panel lights.
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MULTI BOX
Drink boxYou can store unopened beverages in the box.
To keep the beverage warm or cool, open thesliding panels, allow the air to come in by pulling
the air flow control knob
1, and put the drink in
the box. Then close the sliding panels.
To put in a 500 m
can or plastic beverage
bottle, push the holder switch2
and place it at
an angle.
WARNING
Do not put in or take out objects from
the drink box/pocket while driving so
that full attention may be given to ve-
hicle operation.
CAUTION

Do not drive with the sliding panels
open. Objects inside may come out,
and this may result in unexpected
injuries.

Do not leave carbonated beverages
inside because the temperatures in a
closed vehicle could easily become
high if the engine is stopped on hot
days.
Avoid abrupt starting or braking
when the multi box is being used.

Do not spill the drink. It may cause
damage to the vehicle.

The temperature of the inside of the
box is the same as that of the airflow.
It cannot change the temperature of
the drink extremely.
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PocketYou can use the box as a pocket.
Open the sliding panels, and shut the air flow by
pushing the air flow control knob
1. Put an
object in the box, then close the sliding panels.

Do not put any objects that can melt in
the pocket. An object may damage the
vehicle if it melts.

Do not leave any plastic objects. They
may be deformed.

Do not put in jewelry such as rings,
earrings and so on, because they maybe deformed by heat.
CUP HOLDERS
WARNING
The cup holder should not be used while
driving so full attention may be given to
vehicle operation.
CAUTION

Avoid abrupt starting and braking
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1. Pull the hood lock release handle
1
located
below the instrument panel; the hood will
then spring up slightly.
2. Move the lever
2
at the front of the hood
with your fingertips and raise the hood.
3. Insert the assist bar3
into the slot in the
front edge of the hood.
4. When closing the hood, reset the assist bar
to its original position, then slowly close the
hood and make sure it locks into place.
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.
The power door lock system allows you to
lock or unlock all doors including the back
door simultaneously.

Pull the opener handle to open the back door.
WARNING
Do not drive with the back door open.
This could allow dangerous exhaust
gases to be drawn into the vehicle. See
“Precautions when starting and driving”
in the “5. Starting and driving” section
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HOODBACK DOOR
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Turn the dial to the AUTO position to return to
automatic control of the fan speed.
Intake air control (Air recirculation/Fresh
air):
Each time the air intake button is pushed, the
indicator light on the button will alternate be-
tween
(Air recirculation) and
(Fresh air).
When the
indicator light is on, the interior
air is recirculated. When the air recirculation
mode is selected with the A/C indicator off while
the fan speed control dial is in the AUTO
position, the air conditioner will turn on.
When theindicator light is on, the outside
air is drawn into the passenger compartment.

When the air intake button is pushed for
longer than 1.5 seconds, both indicator lights
(
and
) will flash twice, and then
the intake air will be controlled automatically.
During this AUTO mode, the indicator light of
the currently selected mode illuminates.

When the air flow control dial is in the
or
position, the air recirculation
mode does not activate.
Air flow control:
Turning the air flow control dial selects the air
outlet to:
: Air flows from center and side ventila-
tors.: Air flows from center and side ventila-
tors and foot outlets.: Air flows mainly from foot outlets.: Air flows from defroster and foot out-
lets.: Air flows mainly from defroster outlets.
Temperature control:
Turn the temperature control dial to set the
desired temperature. The temperature range is
between 18°C (65°F) and 32°C (85°F).
To turn the system off:
Turn the fan speed control dial to the OFF
position.
Operating tips:
When the engine coolant temperature and out-
side air temperature are low, the air flow from the
foot outlets may not operate for a maximum of
150 seconds. However, this is not a malfunction.
After the coolant temperature warms up, the air
flow from the foot outlets will operate normally.The sensor
1
on the instrument panel helps
maintain a constant temperature; do not put
anything on or around this sensor.
In-cabin microfilterThe air conditioning system is equipped with an
in-cabin microfilter which collects dirt, pollen,
dust, etc. To make sure the air conditioner heats,
defogs, and ventilates efficiently, replace the
filter according to the specified maintenance
intervals listed in your Service and Maintenance
Guide. To replace the filter, contact a NISSAN
dealer.
The filter should be replaced if the air flow
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matic transmission as soon as possible.Accelerator downshift
— In D position —For rapid passing or hill climbing, fully depress
the accelerator pedal to the floor. This shifts the
transmission down into lower range, depending
on the vehicle speed.
Overdrive switchEach time your vehicle is started, the transmis-
sion is automatically “reset” to overdrive ON.
ON: With the engine running and the shift
selector lever in the D (Drive) position, the
transmission upshifts into Overdrive as ve-
hicle speed increases.
Overdrive does not engage until the engine
has reached operating temperature.
OFF: For driving up and down long slopes
where engine braking is necessary push
the Overdrive switch once. The O/D OFF
indicator light in the instrument panelcomes on at this time.
When cruising at a low speed or climbing a
gentle slope, you may feel uncomfortable shift
shocks as the transmission shifts into and out of
Overdrive repeatedly. In this case, depress the
Overdrive switch to turn the Overdrive off. The
O/D OFF indicator light in the instrument panel
comes on at this time.
When driving conditions change, depress the
Overdrive switch to turn the Overdrive on.
Remember not to drive at high speeds for ex-
tended periods of time with the Overdrive off.
This reduces fuel economy.
Fail-safeIf the vehicle is driven under extreme con-
ditions, such as excessive wheel spinning
and subsequent hard braking, the Fail-safe
system may be activated. This will occur
even if all electrical circuits are functioning
properly. In this case, turn the ignition key
OFF and wait for 3 seconds. Then turn the
key back to the ONposition. The vehicle
may return to its normal operating condi-
tion. If it does not return to its normal
operating condition have a NISSAN dealer
check the transmission and repair if neces-
sary.
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vehicle to a NISSAN dealer for repair at your
earliest convenience.
WARNING
The anti-lock brake system is a sophis-
ticated device, but it cannot prevent ac-
cidents resulting from careless or dan-
gerous driving techniques. It can help
maintain vehicle control during braking
on slippery surfaces, but remember that
the stopping distance on slippery sur-
faces will be longer than on normal
surfaces, even with the anti-lock sys-
tem. Stopping distances 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 responsibility for safety of self and
others rests in the hands of the driver.
Tire type and condition of tires may also
affect braking effectiveness.

When replacing tires, install the
specified size of tires on all fourwheels.

When installing a spare tire, make
sure it is the proper size and type as
specified on the tire placard. See
“Vehicle identification” in the “9.
Technical and consumer informa-
tion” section for tire placard location.When accelerating or driving on a slippery sur-
faces, the tires may spin or slide. With the
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system, sensors
detect these movements and control the braking
and engine output to help improve vehicle sta-
bility.

When the VDC system is operating, the
“SLIP” indicator in the instrument panel
blinks.

When only the Traction Control System
(TCS) portion of the VDC system is operat-
ing, the “SLIP” indicator in the instrument
panel blinks.

If the “SLIP” indicator blinks, the road condi-
tions are slippery. Be sure to adjust your
speed and driving to these conditions. Be
sure to drive carefully. See “Slip indicator
light”, and “Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
OFF indicator light” in the “2. Instruments and
controls” section.

Indicator light
If a malfunction occurs in the system, the
“SLIP” and “VDC OFF” indicator lights illumi-
nate in the instrument panel. As long as these
indicators are illuminated, the VDC system
function is canceled.
The VDC system uses an Active Brake Limited
Slip (ABLS) system to improve vehicle traction.
VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL
(VDC) SYSTEM (if so equipped)
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GLASSUse glass cleaner to remove smoke and dust film
from the glass surfaces. It is normal for glass to
become coated with a film after the vehicle is
parked in the hot sun. Glass cleaner and a soft
cloth will easily remove this film.
CAUTION
When cleaning the inside of the win-
dows, do not use sharp-edged tools,
abrasive cleaners or chlorine-based dis-
infectant cleaners. They could damage
the electrical conductors, such as radio
antenna elements or rear window de-
froster elements.SEAT BELTSThe seat belts can be cleaned by wiping them
with a sponge dampened in a mild soap solution.
Allow the belts to dry completely before using
them.
WARNING
Do not allow wet belts to roll up in theretractor. NEVER use bleach, dye, or
chemical solvents since these may se-
verely weaken the seat belt webbing.
LUGGAGE FLOOR BOARDThe luggage floor board can be washed. To
wash the luggage floor board, remove it from the
luggage area. (See “LUGGAGE FLOOR
BOARD” in the “2. Instruments and controls”
section.)
CAUTION

Never use benzine, thinner or any
similar material for washing the lug-
gage floor board.

Wipe the luggage floor board dry
before putting it back in the vehicle.
MOST COMMON FACTORS
CONTRIBUTING TO VEHICLE
CORROSION
The accumulation of moisture-retaining dirt
and debris in body panel sections, cavities,
and other areas.

Damage to paint and other protective coat-
ings caused by gravel and stone chips or
minor traffic accidents.ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS
INFLUENCE THE RATE OF
CORROSION
MoistureAccumulation of sand, dirt and water on the
vehicle body underside can accelerate corro-
sion. Wet floor coverings will not dry completely
inside the vehicle, and should be removed for
drying to avoid floor panel corrosion.Relative humidityCorrosion will be accelerated in areas of high
relative humidity, especially those areas where
the temperatures stay above freezing and where
atmospheric pollution exists and road salt is
used.CORROSIONPROTECTION
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