2008 NISSAN NOTE brake switch

Air bag warning light (red)Ignition knob warning light (red)Overdrive off indicator light (AT models)
(orange)
Brake warning light (red)NATS security indicator light (red)Rear fog light indicator light (orange)
Charge warning light (red)Seat belt warning light (red)SLIP indicator light (orange)
Door open warning light (red)Intelligent Key warning light (red)/Intelligent
Key indicator light (green)Front fog light indicator light (green)
Engine coolant temperature warning light
(red – HOT)Anti-lock Braking System warning light
(orange)Side light and headlight indicator light (green)
Engine oil pressure warning light (red)Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) off
indicator light (orange)Turn signal/hazard indicator light (green)
Malfunction warning (light) and Water in fuel
filter warning light (red)/Malfunction indicator
(light) (orange)Diesel particulate filter warning light (orange)High beam indicator light (blue)
Electrically Power Assisted Steering (EPAS)
warning light (red)Glow plug indicator light (Diesel engine)
(orange)
CHECKING BULBS
With all doors closed, apply the handbrake, fasten
the seat belts and turn the ignition switch to the ON
position without starting the engine.
The following lights will come on:
,,,
The following lights (where fitted) come on briefly
and then go off:
,,(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
Air bag warning light
When the ignition switch is in the ON or START
position, the air bag light will illuminate for approxi-
mately 7 seconds and then turn off. This means the
system is operational.
If any of the following conditions occur, the air bag
systems and pre-tensioner seat belt need servicingand your vehicle must be taken to the nearest
NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop.
•The air bag warning light remains on after ap-
proximately 7 seconds.
•The air bag warning light flashes intermittently.
•The air bag warning light does not come on at
all.
Unless checked and repaired, the Supplemental Re-
straint System (SRS) and/or pre-tensioner seat belt
may not function properly.
For additional details on the air bag system, see
WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND AUDIBLE REMINDERS
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“Supplemental Restraint System (air bag system)”
in the “1. Safety — seats, seat belts and supple-
mental restraint system” section.
Brake warning light
This light functions for both the handbrake and the
footbrake systems.
Handbrake indicator:
The light comes on when the handbrake is applied.
Low brake fluid warning:
The light warns of a low brake fluid level in the brake
power assist unit. If the light comes on while the
engine is running and the handbrake is not applied,
stop the vehicle and perform the following:
1. Check the brake fluid level. Add brake fluid as
much as necessary. See “Brake and clutch fluid”
in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” sec-
tion.
WARNING
If the level is below the MIN mark on the brake
fluid reservoir, do not drive until the brake sys-
tem has been checked at a NISSAN dealer or
qualified workshop.
2. If the brake fluid level is correct:
Have the warning system checked by a NISSAN
dealer or qualified workshop.
WARNING
•Driving your vehicle could be dangerous.
Therefore have it towed to the nearest
NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop.
•Pressing the brake pedal with the engine
stopped and/or low brake fluid level could in-
crease your stopping distance and require
greater pedal effort as well as pedal travel.
Charge warning light
If the light comes on while the engine is running, it
may indicate that the charging system is malfunc-
tioning. Turn the engine off and check the alternator
belt. If the belt is loose, broken, missing or if the light
remains on, see a NISSAN dealer or qualified work-
shop immediately.
CAUTION
Do not continue driving if the belt is loose, bro-
ken or missing.
Door open warning light
This light comes on when any of the doors are not
closed securely while the ignition switch is in the
ON position.
Engine coolant temperature
warning light
The engine coolant temperature varies with the out-
side air temperature and driving condition.
When the ignition switch is turned to the ON posi-tion, the engine coolant temperature warning light
illuminates for a few seconds and then goes off.
This means the system is operational.
The engine coolant temperature warning light illumi-
nates when the engine coolant temperature reaches
an excessively high temperature of approximately
105 °C (221 °F).
CAUTION
•If the engine coolant temperature warning
light comes on, stop the vehicle as soon as
safely possible and contact a NISSAN dealer
or qualified workshop.
•When towing a trailer or driving uphill, reduce
the vehicle speed as soon as safely possible
to decrease the engine coolant temperature.
•If the engine overheats, continued operation
of the vehicle may seriously damage the en-
gine. See “Engine overheat” in the “6. In case
of emergency” section for immediate action
required.
WARNING
Do not remove the radiator cap while the engine
is hot. Otherwise, there is a danger of being
scalded by the coolant that is likely to erupt from
the filler.
Engine oil pressure warning light
This light warns of low engine oil pressure. If the
light flickers, comes on during normal driving, or
stays on once the engine is started, pull off the road
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Intelligent Key indicator light and
Intelligent Key warning light
(Intelligent Key system only)
Intelligent Key indicator light (green):
The Intelligent Key indicator light comes on when
the ignition knob is pushed in the LOCK position
while the brake pedal is depressed and the Intelli-
gent Key is in the vehicle. The Intelligent Key indica-
tor light goes out when the ignition switch is turned
to the Acc position.
NOTE
•The Intelligent Key indicator light may start
flashing when the ignition knob is turned from
the “OFF” position to the ON position if the
control unit detects a low battery voltage.
•The Intelligent Key indicator light comes on
as confirmation flash for anti-hijack mode set-
ting procedure. See “Integrated keyfob/re-
mote control system” in the “3. Pre-driving
checks and adjustments” section.
Intelligent Key warning light (red):
When the ignition knob is turned to the ON position,
the Intelligent Key warning light illuminates for a few
seconds and then goes off. This means the system
is operational.
NOTE
•If the Intelligent Key is taken outside of the
vehicle ID recognition zone through an
opened door (driver’s side door, passenger’s
side door, back door) while the ignition knobis in the Acc or ON position, the Intelligent
Key warning light starts flashing and the
buzzer sounds, warning the driver of the situ-
ation. The Intelligent Key warning light will
stop flashing as soon as the Intelligent Key is
placed again in the passenger’s compart-
ment.
•The Intelligent Key warning light comes on as
confirmation flash for convenience mode set-
ting procedure. See “Integrated keyfob/re-
mote control system” in the “3. Pre-driving
checks and adjustments” section.
WARNING
If the Intelligent Key warning light comes on
steady, it may indicate a system malfunction, we
recommend you to contact a NISSAN dealer or
qualified workshop for repair.
See “Ignition knob (where fitted)” in the “5. Starting
and driving” section for further details.
Anti-lock Braking System
warning light
After turning the ignition key to the ON position, the
light will illuminate. The Anti-lock Braking System
warning light will turn off after approximately 1 sec-
ond if the system is operational.
If the light comes on while the engine is running, it
may indicate something is wrong with the anti-lock
portion of the braking system. Have the system
checked by a NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop.Anti-lock Braking System:
The Anti-lock Braking System controls the wheels
so that they will not lock when braking abruptly or
when braking on a slippery road. This will prevent
difficult steering operation and swerving due to
locked wheels.
If an abnormality occurs in the system, the anti-lock
function will cease but the ordinary brakes will con-
tinue to operate normally.
CAUTION
If the light comes on while you are driving, con-
tact a NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop for
repair.
INDICATOR LIGHTS
Electronic Stability Programme
(ESP) OFF indicator light
(where fitted)
The light comes on when the Electronic Stability
Programme (ESP) OFF switch is pushed to the OFF
position. This indicates the Electronic Stability Pro-
gramme is not operating.
Push the Electronic Stability Programme OFF
switch again or restart the engine and the system
will operate normally. See “Electronic Stability Pro-
gramme (ESP) system (where fitted)” in the
“5. Starting and driving” section.
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when you leave the vehicle. See “Headlight and turn
signal switch” later in this section for further details
on the lighting operation.
Key reminder chime
The chime will sound if the driver’s side door is
opened while the key is left in the ignition switch and
an attempt is made to set the power door lock switch
to the LOCK position.
The chime will sound if the driver’s door is opened
while the Intelligent Key (where fitted) is left inside
the vehicle and the ignition knob is not in the LOCK
position.
Remove the key or Intelligent Key and take it with
you when leaving the vehicle.
Handbrake reminder buzzer
(where fitted)
The buzzer will sound if the vehicle is driven and the
handbrake has not previously been released.
First release the handbrake, then start driving.
See “Handbrake lever” in the “3. Pre-driving checks
and adjustments” section for further operating infor-
mation.
Trailer direction indicator buzzer
The electrical system of the vehicle will detect an
additional electrical load of the trailer lighting when
towing a trailer and the turn signal switch is used.
As a result, the direction indicator tone will be differ-
entFor additional information, see “Trailer towing” in
the “5. Starting and driving” section.
WINDSCREEN WIPER AND WASHER
SWITCH
WARNING
In freezing temperatures the washer fluid may
freeze on the windscreen and obscure your vi-
sion. Warm the windscreen with the defroster
before you wash it.
CAUTION
•Do not open/release the bonnet when the
front wiper arms are raised from their original
position.
•Do not operate the washer continuously for
more than 15 seconds.
•Do not operate the washer if the reservoir
tank is empty or frozen.
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WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH
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3Pre-driving checks and adjustmentsPre-driving checks and adjustments
Keys ........................................................................ 3-2
Integrated keyfob/remote control system .................. 3-3
Using the remote keyless entry system ................ 3-3
Locking the doors ............................................... 3-3
Unlocking the doors – convenience mode ........... 3-4
Unlocking the doors – anti-hijack mode ............... 3-4
Switching from convenience mode to
anti-hijack mode.................................................. 3-4
Keyfob operation failure ...................................... 3-4
Intelligent Key system (where fitted) ......................... 3-5
Locking/unlocking .............................................. 3-5
Starting the engine with the Intelligent Key .......... 3-6
Door locks ............................................................... 3-6
Super Lock System (Right-hand drive models) .... 3-6
Vehicle dead battery – left-hand side door
handle ................................................................ 3-7
Locking with power door lock switch .................. 3-7Child safety rear door lock .................................. 3-8
Back door lock ................................................... 3-8
Security system ....................................................... 3-9
NISSAN Anti-Theft System (NATS)..................... 3-9
Bonnet release ........................................................ 3-10
Fuel filler lid ............................................................. 3-11
Fuel filler lid opener lever .................................... 3-11
Fuel filler cap ...................................................... 3-11
Handbrake lever ...................................................... 3-11
Tilting steering wheel ............................................... 3-12
Mirrors..................................................................... 3-12
Inside rear-view mirror ........................................ 3-12
Outside rear-view mirrors.................................... 3-12
Vanity mirror ....................................................... 3-13
Rear parcel shelf...................................................... 3-14
Rear parcel shelf removal.................................... 3-14
Rear parcel shelf installation................................ 3-14

5Starting and drivingStarting and driving
Running-in schedule ................................................ 5-2
Before starting the engine ........................................ 5-2
Precautions when starting and driving ...................... 5-3
Exhaust gas (Carbon Monoxide) ......................... 5-3
Three-way catalyst (Petrol engine models)................ 5-4
To help prevent damage ..................................... 5-4
Turbocharger system (Diesel engine models) ........... 5-4
Diesel particulate filter (where fitted) ........................ 5-5
Care when driving ................................................... 5-5
Engine cold start period ...................................... 5-5
Loading luggage ................................................. 5-5
Driving on wet roads ........................................... 5-5
Driving under winter conditions ........................... 5-5
Ignition switch.......................................................... 5-6
Manual transmission ........................................... 5-6
Automatic transmission ....................................... 5-6
Steering lock ...................................................... 5-7
Key positions ...................................................... 5-7
NISSAN Anti-Theft System (NATS)..................... 5-7
Ignition knob (where fitted)....................................... 5-7
Manual transmission ........................................... 5-8
Automatic transmission ....................................... 5-8
Steering lock ...................................................... 5-8
Ignition knob position .......................................... 5-8
Emergency key – Intelligent Key dead battery
situation .............................................................. 5-9
NISSAN Anti-Theft System (NATS)..................... 5-9
Starting the engine................................................... 5-10
Driving ..................................................................... 5-11
Driving with manual transmission......................... 5-11Driving with automatic transmission..................... 5-12
Speed limiter ........................................................... 5-15
Speed limiter operations ..................................... 5-16
Cruise control system .............................................. 5-18
Precautions on cruise control system .................. 5-19
Cruise control system operations ........................ 5-19
Ultrasonic Parking Sensor (where fitted) .................. 5-22
Parking .................................................................... 5-22
Trailer towing ........................................................... 5-24
Operating precautions ........................................ 5-24
Tyre pressure ..................................................... 5-25
Safety chains ...................................................... 5-25
Trailer brakes...................................................... 5-25
Trailer detection (where fitted) ............................ 5-25
Installation of coupling device ............................. 5-25
Vehicle security........................................................ 5-26
Power steering system............................................. 5-27
Brake system ........................................................... 5-27
Brake precautions .............................................. 5-27
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS).......................... 5-28
Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) system
(where fitted) ........................................................... 5-29
Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) OFF
switch................................................................. 5-30
Cold weather driving................................................ 5-31
Battery ............................................................... 5-31
Engine coolant .................................................... 5-31
Tyre equipment ................................................... 5-31
Special winter equipment.................................... 5-32
Corrosion protection ........................................... 5-32

During the first 1,600 km (1,000 miles), follow these
recommendations for the future reliability and
economy of your new vehicle. Failure to follow the
recommendations may result in shortened engine
life and reduced engine performance.
•Avoid driving for long periods at a constant
speed, either fast or slow.
•Do not accelerate at full throttle in any gear.
•Avoid quick starts.
•Avoid hard braking as much as possible.
•Do not tow a trailer during the first 800 km (500
miles).
NOTE
Models with K9K diesel engine will achieve top
performance only after approximately 5,000 km
(3,000 miles).
WARNING
The driving characteristics of your vehicle can be
changed remarkably by any additional load and
its distribution as well as by adding optional
equipment (trailer couplings, roof racks, etc.).
Your driving style and speed have to be adjusted
accordingly. Especially when carrying heavy
loads, your speed must be reduced adequately.
•Make sure the area around the vehicle is free of
obstacles.
•Check fluid levels such as engine oil, coolant,
brake and clutch fluid, and window washer fluid
as frequently as possible, at least whenever you
refuel.
•Visually inspect tyres for their appearance and
condition. Also check the tyre pressure for
proper inflation.
•Maintenance items in the “8. Maintenance and
do-it-yourself” section should be checked peri-
odically.
•Check that all windows and light lenses are
clean.
•Check that all doors are closed.
•Position the seat and adjust the head restraints.
•Adjust the inside and outside mirrors.
•Fasten your seat belt and ask all passengers to
do likewise.
•Check the operation of the warning/indicator
lights when the ignition switch is turned to the
ON position.
•Do not place hard or heavy objects on the dash-
board or rear parcel shelf in order to prevent
injury in the event of a sudden stop.
RUNNING-IN SCHEDULE BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
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•Avoid starting off, accelerating or stopping sud-
denly.
•Avoid sharp turns or lane changes.
•Avoid sudden steering actions.
•Extra distance should be kept from the vehicle in
front.
1.OFF
WARNING
Never remove the key or turn the ignition switch
to the LOCK position while driving. The steering
wheel will lock and could cause the driver to lose
control of the vehicle. This could result in serious
vehicle damage or personal injury.
The switch includes an anti-theft steering lock de-
vice.
There is an “OFF” position between the LOCK and
Acc positions, although it is not shown on the lock
cylinder. When the ignition switch is in the “OFF”
position, the steering wheel is not locked.
MANUAL TRANSMISSION
To lock the steering wheel, turn the ignition switch
to the LOCK position and remove the key from the
ignition switch, then turn the steering clockwise. Tounlock the steering wheel, insert the ignition key and
turn it gently while rotating the steering wheel slightly
right and left.
The ignition key can only be removed when the
switch is in the LOCK position (Normal parking po-
sition) (0).
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
The ignition lock is designed so that the key cannot
be turned to LOCK and removed until the selector
lever is moved to the P (Park) position.
When removing the key from the LOCK position of
the ignition switch, make sure that the selector lever
is in the P (Park) position.
The selector lever can only be moved from the P
(Park) position when the ignition switch is in the ON
position and the footbrake pedal is depressed.
To remove the key from the ignition switch:
1. Move the selector lever into the P (Park) posi-
tion.
2. Turn the key to the LOCK position.
3. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
If the key is removed from the ignition switch, the
selector lever cannot be moved from the P (Park)
position.
When the key cannot be turned toward the LOCK
position, proceed as follows to remove the key:
1. Move the selector lever into the P (Park) posi-
tion.NSD238Z
IGNITION SWITCH
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