OPERATION WITH THE
MECHANICAL KEY AND VALET KEYIf the Intelligent Key cannot be used because its
battery is discharged, use the metal key to lock
or unlock the doors and use the mechanical key
or the valet key, which is registered to the
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System compo-
nents, to start the engine.Removing the mechanical keyRelease the lock knobat the back of the
intelligent key and remove the mechanical
key.To install the mechanical key to the intelligent
key, securely lock the lock knoband then
check that the mechanical key will not move.
CAUTION
Be sure to carry the Intelligent Key with
the mechanical key installed in it.Locking/unlocking the doors with the
key (mechanical key and valet key)The doors can be locked/unlocked by inserting
the mechanical and valet key into the key cylin-
der in the driver’s door in the same way as the
ordinary key.Starting the engine with the
mechanical key and valet key1. Securely depress the brake pedal.
2. Insert the mechanical key or the valet key into
the ignition switch.
3. Turn the ignition switch to the START posi-
tion and start the engine.
4. After starting the engine, release the switch.
For important safety information, see the “5.
Starting and driving” section.
Windows open/close with the
mechanical keySee “Opening and closing windows” on the
previous page.
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Pre-driving checks and adjustments
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5 Starting and drivingPrecautions when starting and driving ............................. 5-2
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) .................................. 5-2
Three-way catalyst ........................................................... 5-3
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) ................. 5-3
Avoiding collision and rollover ...................................... 5-5
On-pavement and offroad driving precautions
(AWD) ................................................................................. 5-6
Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving .............................. 5-6
Driving safety precautions.............................................. 5-6
Ignition switch (Except for Intelligent Key equipped
model) ....................................................................................... 5-9
Key positions .................................................................. 5-10
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System (NVIS) ......... 5-10
Ignition switch (Intelligent Key System equipped
model)..................................................................................... 5-10
Ignition switch positions .............................................. 5-11
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System (NVIS) ......... 5-12
Before starting the engine ................................................ 5-12
Starting the engine ............................................................. 5-13
Driving the vehicle ............................................................... 5-13
CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission)............. 5-13
M-CVT (CVT with Manual shift mode)..................... 5-17
Parking brake........................................................................ 5-21
Cruise control ....................................................................... 5-22Precautions on cruise control .................................... 5-22
Cruise control operations ............................................ 5-22
Break-in schedule .............................................................. 5-24
Increasing fuel economy .................................................... 5-24
Using all-wheel drive (AWD) (if so equipped) ............ 5-25
AWD lock switch operations...................................... 5-25
AWD warning light ........................................................ 5-27
Parking/parking on hills...................................................... 5-29
Power steering ..................................................................... 5-30
Brake system ........................................................................ 5-30
Braking precautions ...................................................... 5-30
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ............................... 5-31
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system
(if so equipped) .................................................................. 5-32
Cold weather driving .......................................................... 5-34
Freeing a frozen door lock .......................................... 5-34
Antifreeze ......................................................................... 5-34
Battery .............................................................................. 5-34
Draining of coolant water ............................................ 5-34
Tire equipment................................................................ 5-34
Special winter equipment ............................................ 5-35
Driving on snow or ice ................................................. 5-35
Engine block heater (if so equipped) ....................... 5-35
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KEY POSITIONSThe switch includes an anti-theft steering lock
device.
LOCK (Normal parking position) (0)
The ignition key can only be removed when the
switch is in this position.
OFF (1)
The engine can be turned off without locking the
steering wheel.
ACC (Accessories) (2)
This position activates electrical accessories
such as the radio when the engine is not running.
ON (Normal operating position) (3)
This position turns on the ignition system and the
electrical accessories.
START (4)
This position activates the starter motor, starting
the engine.NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEM (NVIS)The NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System (NVIS)
will not allow the engine to start without the use
of the registered NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer
System key.If the engine fails to start using the registered
NVIS key, it may be due to interference caused
by another NVIS key, an automated toll road
device or automated payment device on the key
ring. Restart the engine using the following
procedures:
1. Leave the ignition switch in the ON position
for approximately 5 seconds.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF or LOCK
position and wait approximately 10 seconds.
3. Repeat step 1 and 2 again.
4. Restart the engine while holding the device
(which may have caused the interference)
separate from the registered NVIS key.
If this procedure allows the engine to start,
NISSAN recommends placing the registered
NVIS key on a separate key ring to avoid inter-
ference from other devices.
WARNING
Never turn the ignition switch to the
LOCK position while driving. The steer-
ing wheel will lock. This may cause the
driver to lose control of the vehicle and
could result in serious vehicle damage
or personal injury.IGNITION SWITCH (Intelligent Key
System equipped model)
5-10
Starting and driving
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CAUTION
Do not leave the vehicle with the igni-
tion switch in ACC or ONpositions when
the engine is not running for an ex-
tended period. This can discharge the
battery.NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEM (NVIS)The NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System (NVIS)
will not allow the engine to start without the use
of the registered NVIS key.
If the engine fails to start using the registered
NVIS key, it may be due to interference caused
by another NVIS key, an automated toll road
device or an automated payment device on the
key ring. Restart the engine using the following
procedures:
1. Leave the ignition switch in the ON position
for approximately 5 seconds.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF or LOCK
position and wait approximately 10 seconds.
3. Repeat step 1 and 2 again.
4. Restart the engine while holding the device(which may have caused the interference)
separate from the registered NVIS key.
If this procedure allows the engine to start,
NISSAN recommends placing the registered
NVIS key on a separate key ring to avoid inter-
ference from other devices.Make sure the area around the vehicle is
clear.
Maintenance items should be checked peri-
odically, for example, each time you check
engine oil.
Check that all windows and lights are clean.
Visually inspect tires for their appearance and
condition. Also, check tires for proper infla-
tion.
Lock all doors.
Position seat and adjust head restraints.
Adjust inside and outside mirrors.
Adjust the pedal position.
Fasten seat belts and ask all passengers to
do likewise.
Check the operation of warning lights when
the ignition switch is turned to the ON posi-
tion.
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
5-12
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F
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ............. 9-10
Filter
Air cleaner housing filter ................................... 8-17
Changing engine oil filter ................................. 8-11
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch) ... 2-27
Flat tire............................................................................ 6-2
Flat towing .................................................................. 9-22
Floor mat cleaning ....................................................... 7-4
Fluid
Brake fluid............................................................. 8-13
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ................................................................. 9-2
CVT fluid ............................................................... 8-12
Engine coolant ....................................................... 8-8
Engine oil................................................................. 8-9
Power steering fluid ........................................... 8-12
Window washer fluid ......................................... 8-14
FM-AM-SAT radio with casette player
and CD changer ........................................................ 4-38
FM-AM-SAT radio with CD player ....................... 4-34
Fog light switch ......................................................... 2-27
Front manual seat adjustment .................................. 1-3
Front passenger air bag and status light ............ 1-49
Front power seat adjustment .................................... 1-3
Fuel
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ................................................................. 9-2
Fuel economy ...................................................... 5-24
Fuel octane rating ................................................. 9-3
Fuel recommendation ........................................... 9-3
Fuel-filler cap ....................................................... 3-26
Fuel-filler door...................................................... 3-26Gauge ...................................................................... 2-5
Fuses ............................................................................ 8-21
Fusible links ................................................................ 8-22
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink
Universal
Transceiver .................................................................. 2-44
Gas cap ....................................................................... 3-26
Gauge ............................................................................. 2-3
Engine coolant temperature gauge .................. 2-5
Fuel gauge .............................................................. 2-5
Odometer ................................................................ 2-4
Speedometer .......................................................... 2-4
Tachometer ............................................................. 2-4
General maintenance .................................................. 8-2
Glove box .................................................................... 2-33
H
Hazard warning flasher switch............................... 2-27
Head restraints ............................................................. 1-7
Headlights
Aiming control ..................................................... 2-25
Bulbreplacement ............................................... 8-27
Headlight switch ................................................. 2-23
Xenon headlights ................................................ 2-22
Heated seats .............................................................. 2-28
Heater
Engine block heater ........................................... 5-35
Heater and air conditioner (automatic) ......... 4-23
HomeLink
Universal Transceiver ......................... 2-44
Hood release .............................................................. 3-24Horn .............................................................................. 2-28
I
Ignition knob(Intelligent Key system) .................. 3-13
Ignition switch
Key positions ....................................................... 5-10
Ignition switch (Except for Intelligent Key
equipped model) .......................................................... 5-9
Ignition switch (Intelligent Key System
equipped model) ....................................................... 5-10
Immobilizer system .................................................... 2-18
In-cabin microfilter .................................................... 4-26
Indicator lights............................................................ 2-14
Continuously variable transmission (CVT)
indicator light ....................................................... 2-14
Cruise set indicator light .................................. 2-14
Malfunction indicator light (MIL) .................... 2-14
Inside
Automatic anti-glare mirror............................... 3-31
Mirror...................................................................... 3-30
Inspection/maintenance (I/M) test ........................ 9-25
Instrument brightness control ................................ 2-26
Instrument panel........................................................... 2-2
Intelligent Key system ................................................. 3-9
Engine starting .................................................... 3-13
Key operating range........................................... 3-15
Key operation....................................................... 3-12
Mechanical key and valet key .......................... 3-23
Operating the engine......................................... 3-13
Remote keyless operation ................................ 3-20
Trouble-shooting guide ..................................... 3-19
Warning light ....................................................... 2-11
Warning signals .................................................. 3-17
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Intelligent key warning light .................................... 2-11
Interior light replacement......................................... 8-28
Interior lights ............................................................... 2-42
J
Jump starting................................................................. 6-9
K
Keyless entry
With Intelligent Key system (See Intelligent
Key system) .......................................................... 3-20
Without Intelligent Key system (See remote
keyless entry system) ........................................... 3-5
Keys................................................................................. 3-2
Keys, For Intelligent Key system .............................. 3-9
L
Labels
Air bag warning labels ...................................... 1-55
Air conditioner specification label .................. 9-11
Emission control information label ................. 9-10
Engine serial number ......................................... 9-10
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ...... 9-10
Tire and Loading Information label ..... 8-31, 9-11
Vehicle identification number (VIN) .................. 9-9
License plate, Installing front license plate......... 9-12
Lift gate ........................................................................ 3-24
Light
Air bag warning light ......................................... 1-56
Bulbreplacement ............................................... 8-26Ceiling light .......................................................... 2-42
Fog light switch................................................... 2-27
Headlight switch ................................................. 2-23
Headlights bulb replacement........................... 8-27
Indicator lights ..................................................... 2-14
Interior lights ........................................................ 2-42
Luggage light ....................................................... 2-44
Map light ............................................................... 2-43
Rear personal light ............................................. 2-43
Replacement ........................................................ 8-26
Vanity mirror light ................................................ 2-44
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders................................................................. 2-9
Xenon headlights ................................................ 2-22
Lights, Exterior and interior light replacement ... 8-28
Loading information (See vehicle loading
information) ................................................................. 9-13
Lock
Door locks ............................................................... 3-3
Glove box lock..................................................... 2-33
Lift gate lock ........................................................ 3-24
Power door lock .................................................... 3-3
Low fuel warning light .............................................. 2-12
Low tire pressure warning light ............................. 2-12
Low tire pressure warning system (See tire
pressure monitoring system (TPMS)) ..................... 5-3
Luggage light ............................................................. 2-44
M
Maintenance
Battery ................................................................... 8-14
General maintenance ........................................... 8-2
Inside the vehicle................................................... 8-3Maintenance precautions .................................... 8-5
Maintenance requirements.................................. 8-2
Outside the vehicle............................................... 8-2
Seat belt maintenance ...................................... 1-20
Under the hood and vehicle ............................... 8-4
Malfunction indicator light (MIL) ............................ 2-14
Manual front seat adjustment ................................... 1-3
Map light...................................................................... 2-43
Mechanical key (for Intelligent Key system) ....... 3-23
Meters and gauges ..................................................... 2-3
Meters and gauges, Instrument brightness
control .......................................................................... 2-26
Mirror
Automatic anti-glare inside mirror .................. 3-31
Inside mirror ......................................................... 3-30
Outside mirrors ................................................... 3-32
Monitor, Rearview monitor ...................................... 4-19
N
Net, Cargo net ........................................................... 2-36
New vehicle break-in ................................................ 5-24
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System ................... 2-18
Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System
Engine start .............................................. 5-10, 5-12
O
Odometer ....................................................................... 2-4
Oil
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ................................................................. 9-2
Changing engine oil ........................................... 8-10
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Checking engine oil level .................................... 8-9
Engine oil................................................................. 8-9
Engine oil viscosity ............................................... 9-5
Operating the engine (Intelligent Key
system) ......................................................................... 3-13
Outside mirrors .......................................................... 3-32
Overheat, If your vehicle overheats ...................... 6-11
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual order
information................................................................... 9-26
P
Parking
Brake break-in ..................................................... 5-30
Parking brake operation .................................... 5-21
Parking on hills .................................................... 5-29
Pedal position adjustment....................................... 3-29
Phone, Car phone or CB radio ............................. 4-45
Power
Front seat adjustment .......................................... 1-3
Power door lock .................................................... 3-3
Power outlet ......................................................... 2-30
Power steering fluid ........................................... 8-12
Power steering system ...................................... 5-30
Power windows................................................... 2-38
P position selecting warning light ......................... 2-13
Pre-tensioner seat belt system .............................. 1-54
Precautions
Audio operation ................................................... 4-28
Braking precautions ........................................... 5-30
Child restraints .................................................... 1-21
Cruise control ...................................................... 5-22
Driving safety .......................................................... 5-6
Maintenance ........................................................... 8-5On-pavement and offroad driving ..................... 5-6
Seat belt usage ..................................................... 1-9
Supplemental restraint system ........................ 1-41
When starting and driving .................................. 5-2
Push starting .............................................................. 6-11
R
Radio, Car phone or CB radio .............................. 4-45
Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M)
test (US only) ............................................................. 9-25
Rear center seat belt................................................ 1-17
Rear door lock, Child safety rear door lock.......... 3-5
Rear personal light .................................................... 2-43
Rear power point....................................................... 2-30
Rear seat adjustment .................................................. 1-5
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch ........................................................................... 2-22
Rear window wiper and washer switch .............. 2-21
Rearview monitor ....................................................... 4-19
Recorders, Event data ............................................. 9-26
Registering your vehicle in another country.......... 9-9
Remote keyless entry
System, Except Intelligent Key system ............ 3-5
System, For Intelligent Key system ................ 3-20
Reporting safety defects (US only) ...................... 9-24
Rollover........................................................................... 5-5
S
Safety
Child seat belts ................................................... 1-12
Reporting safety defects (US only)................ 9-24Towing safety....................................................... 9-19
Seat adjustment
Front manual seat adjustment............................ 1-3
Front power seat adjustment ............................. 1-3
Rear seat adjustment ........................................... 1-5
Seat belt(s)
Child safety .......................................................... 1-12
Infants .................................................................... 1-12
Injured persons.................................................... 1-13
Larger children .................................................... 1-13
Pre-tensioner seat belt system ....................... 1-54
Precautions on seat belt usage......................... 1-9
Pregnant women ................................................. 1-13
Rear center seat belt ......................................... 1-17
Seat belt cleaning ................................................. 7-5
Seat belt extenders ............................................ 1-20
Seat belt hook ..................................................... 1-17
Seat belt maintenance ...................................... 1-20
Seat belt warning light and chime ................. 2-13
Seat belts ................................................................ 1-9
Shoulder belt height adjustment..................... 1-16
Small children ...................................................... 1-12
Three-point type with retractor ....................... 1-13
Seat(s)
Driver-side memory ............................................ 3-33
Heated seats........................................................ 2-28
Seats ........................................................................ 1-2
Security system (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer
System), Engine start ............................................... 2-18
Security system, Vehicle security system ........... 2-17
Selector lever, Shift lock release ............... 5-16, 5-20
Servicing air conditioner .............................. 4-23, 4-26
Shift lock release, Transmission ................ 5-16, 5-20
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Shifting, CVT (Continuously Variable
Transmission) ............................................................. 5-13
Shoulder belt height adjustment ........................... 1-16
Spare tire..................................................................... 8-40
Spark plugs................................................................. 8-16
Speedometer ................................................................ 2-4
Starting
Before starting the engine................................ 5-12
Jump starting .......................................................... 6-9
Precautions when starting and driving ............ 5-2
Push starting ........................................................ 6-11
Starting the engine............................................. 5-13
Status light, Front passenger air bag .................. 1-49
Steering
Power steering fluid ........................................... 8-12
Power steering system ...................................... 5-30
Tilting steering wheel......................................... 3-28
Steering switch for audio control.......................... 4-43
Storage ........................................................................ 2-31
Sun shade ................................................................... 2-41
Sun visors ................................................................... 3-30
Sunroof ........................................................................ 2-40
Automatic sunroof .............................................. 2-40
Supplemental air bag warning labels................... 1-55
Supplemental air bag warning light .......... 1-56, 2-13
Supplemental restraint system............................... 1-41
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system.................................................................... 1-41
Switch
Autolight switch .................................................. 2-23
AWD lock switch operations........................... 5-25
Fog light switch................................................... 2-27
Hazard warning flasher switch ........................ 2-27
Headlight aiming control ................................... 2-25Headlight switch ................................................. 2-23
Power door lock switch....................................... 3-4
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch..................................................................... 2-22
Turn signal switch .............................................. 2-27
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch ... 2-29
T
Tachometer.................................................................... 2-4
Temperature gauge, Engine coolant temperature
gauge .............................................................................. 2-5
Theft (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System),
Engine start................................................................. 2-18
Three-way catalyst....................................................... 5-3
Tilting steering wheel ............................................... 3-28
Tire pressure, Low tire pressure warning
light ............................................................................... 2-12
Tires
Flat tire ..................................................................... 6-2
Low tire pressure warning system .................... 5-3
Spare tire .............................................................. 8-40
Tire and Loading information label ................. 8-31
Tire and Loading Information label................. 9-11
Tire chains ............................................................ 8-37
Tire dressing ........................................................... 7-3
Tire pressure ........................................................ 8-29
Tire pressure information (display)........ 4-6, 4-14
Tire pressure monitoring system ....................... 6-2
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) ....... 5-3
Tire rotation .......................................................... 8-38
Types of tires ....................................................... 8-36
Uniform tire quality grading .............................. 9-23
Wheel/tire size ....................................................... 9-8Wheels and tires ................................................ 8-29
Tonneau cover ........................................................... 2-37
Top tether strap child restraints ............................ 1-25
Towing
Flat towing ............................................................ 9-22
Tow truck towing ................................................ 6-12
Towing a trailer.................................................... 9-17
Towing load/specification chart .......... 9-17, 9-19
Towing safety....................................................... 9-19
TPMS, Tire pressure monitoring system................ 5-3
Trailer towing .............................................................. 9-17
Transceiver, HomeLink
Universal
Transceiver .................................................................. 2-44
Transmission
Driving with CVT (Continuously Variable
Transmission) ....................................................... 5-13
Transmission selector lever lock
release ....................................................... 5-16, 5-20
Transmitter, With Intelligent Key system (See
Intelligent Key system) ............................................. 3-20
Transmitter, Without Intelligent Key system
(See remote keyless entry system) ......................... 3-5
Traveling or registering your vehicle in another
country ............................................................................ 9-9
Trouble-shooting guide (for Intelligent Key
system) ......................................................................... 3-19
Troubleshooting guide (for Bluetooth
Hands-Free Phone System) ................................... 4-33
Troubleshooting guide (for voice-activated
control system) .......................................................... 4-33
Turn signal switch ..................................................... 2-27
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