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2Instruments and controlsInstruments and controls
Meters and gauges .................................................. 2-2
Speedometer...................................................... 2-2
Tachometer ........................................................ 2-2
Fuel gauge ......................................................... 2-2
Combination meter display (LCD) ....................... 2-3
Odometer/twin trip odometer .............................. 2-3
Trip computer (where fitted)................................ 2-3
Outside temperature display ............................... 2-4
Engine oil level information (where fitted)............. 2-4
Digital clock ........................................................ 2-5
Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders ........ 2-7
Checking bulbs .................................................. 2-7
Warning lights .................................................... 2-7
Indicator lights .................................................... 2-11
Audible reminders............................................... 2-12
Wiper and washer switch ........................................ 2-13
Windscreen wiper and washer switch ................. 2-13
Rear window ...................................................... 2-14
Defogger switch ...................................................... 2-15
Rear window defogger ....................................... 2-15
Outside mirror defogger (where fitted) ................ 2-15
Headlight and turn signal switch............................... 2-16
Headlight switch ................................................. 2-16
Turn signal switch ............................................... 2-17
Fog light switch ....................................................... 2-17
Front fog light (where fitted) ................................ 2-17Rear fog light switch ........................................... 2-18
Headlight aiming control .......................................... 2-18
Headlight aiming control switch........................... 2-18
Hazard warning flasher switch ................................. 2-19
Horn ........................................................................ 2-19
Seat heating (where fitted) ....................................... 2-19
Power outlet ............................................................ 2-20
Storage ................................................................... 2-21
Glove box ........................................................... 2-21
Centre console storage box ................................ 2-22
Cup holder ......................................................... 2-22
Rear foldable tables (where fitted)....................... 2-23
Seat pockets (where fitted) ................................. 2-23
Convenience hook (where fitted)......................... 2-23
Under seat storage tray (where fitted) ................. 2-23
“Flexi-board” System (where fitted) ..................... 2-24
Utility hooks (where fitted)................................... 2-25
Power windows ....................................................... 2-25
Driver’s side main switch .................................... 2-26
Passenger’s side switch ..................................... 2-26
Automatic operation ............................................ 2-26
Interior lights ............................................................ 2-27
Room light .......................................................... 2-27
Map light (where fitted) ....................................... 2-28
Luggage compartment light ................................ 2-28

COMBINATION METER DISPLAY
(LCD)
1.The TRIP button/Steering wheelswitch*
toggles between:
Twin trip odometer setting
TRIP computer setting
2.Clock setting/Oil change schedule setting*
switchA.Clock display
B.Cruise control/Speed limiter display
For further information see “Speed limiter” in
the “5. Starting and driving” section and
“Cruise control system” in the “5. Starting and
driving” section.
C.Outside temperature display
D.Odometer/distance to oil change information*
E.Twin trip odometer/Trip computer mode*
F.Oil level status (HR16DE or K9K engine
equipped models only)
*where fitted
NOTE
The LCD display information comes on only when
the ignition switch is turned to the ON position.
ODOMETER/TWIN TRIP ODOMETER
Odometer
jD
The odometer records the total distance the vehicle
has been drivenjD.
Twin trip odometerjE
The twin trip odometer records the distance of indi-
vidual trips.
The odometer/twin trip odometer is displayed in
jE
when the ignition switch is in the ON position.Changing the display:
Press the TRIP button/Steering wheel
switch
to change the display as follows:
TripA⇒TripB⇒Trip Computer modes (where fit-
ted)
Resetting the trip odometer:
In the Trip A or Trip B mode, press the TRIP button/
Steering wheel
switch for more than 1 second
to reset the trip odometer to zero.
TRIP COMPUTER (where fitted)
When the ignition switch is turned to the ON posi-
tion, modes of the trip computer can be selected by
pressing the TRIP button/Steering wheel
switch.
The following modes can be selected:
•Distance to empty
•Average fuel consumption
•Average speed
•Journey time
Distance to emptym(km or mls)
The distance to empty provides an estimation of the
distance that can be driven before refuelling. The
range is constantly being calculated, based on the
amount of fuel in the fuel tank and the actual fuel
consumption.
The distance to empty includes a low range warning
feature: when the fuel level is low, the distance to
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puter (where fitted) mode that was displayed before
the ignition switch was turned to the Acc, “OFF” or
LOCK position.
HR16DE or K9K engine oil level status
The Oil level status provides specific information
regarding the engine oil level.
If the oil level is sufficient, “Oil Good” is displayed
for approximately 10 seconds. If the oil level is low,
“Oil Lo” blinks for approximately 30 seconds in or-
der to draw your attention on necessary action.
G.Oil level 5 (Max)
H.Oil level 1 (Min)
A short press on the TRIP button/Steering wheel
switch during the “Oil Good” or “Oil Lo” mode
displays an approximate oil level indication between
jG /Max orjH /Min.
In the case of a low engine oil level, see “Engine oil”
in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section
for the proper engine oil refilling procedure.
Oil change schedule set-up
It is possible to adjust the interval distance to oil
change by pressing the Clock setting/Oil change
schedule setting switch
j2 for 3 seconds while the
wrench symboland the distance to oil change
are displayed. The symbol and distance display will
start flashing and the display shows the current in-
terval. Press the switch
j2 again to increase the
interval distance. Each step increases the interval
distance by 1,000 km (500 miles). The interval dis-
tance can be set up to 63,000 km (31,500 miles)
after which the display returns to zero.
If no further action is made, the display returns to oil
level status mode and the new interval is set.
If the interval distance is set to 0, the display will
skip the distance to oil change information and
wrench symbol display mode and will directly dis-
play the oil level status (“Oil Good” or “Oil Lo” –
HR16DE or K9K engine equipped models only). In
order to return to the distance to oil change informa-
tion and wrench symbol display mode, press the
Clock setting/Oil change schedule setting switch
j2 for approximately 3 seconds after the ignition
switch has been turned to the ON position, and
adjust the distance to oil change schedule as previ-
ously described.
See the Warranty Information & Maintenance Book-
let for the appropriate interval distance to oil change.CAUTION
•The oil level should be checked regularly. Op-
erating with an insufficient oil level can dam-
age the engine and such damage is not cov-
ered by the warranty.
•NISSAN recommends checking the oil level
every 5,000 km (3,000 miles).
DIGITAL CLOCKjA
The clock function at the top of the LCD displayj2
provides a clock display when the ignition switch is
in the ON position.
12/24 hour setting
Briefly pressing the Clock setting/Oil change sched-
ule setting* switchj2 will toggle between the 12
and 24 hour modes. Note that when the clock dis-
plays 0:01 in the 24 hour mode and is changed to
the 12 hour mode, the display will show 12.01 AM.
Hour setting
Pressing the Clock setting/Oil change schedule set-
ting switchj2 for 3 seconds or more will initialise
the clock adjustment procedure.
The hour setting mode is indicated by the hour dig-
it(s), the colon and AM or PM (in the 12 hour mode)
flashing at a certain frequency. Each activation of
the switch
j2 changes the time by 1 hour.
The display will show AM or PM in the 12 hour
mode and will change at midday and midnight. If the
j2 switch is not pressed for 5 seconds or more, the
clock changes to minutes setting mode.
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Minutes setting
The minutes setting mode is indicated by the minute
digits and the colon flashing at a certain frequency.
Each activation of the Clock setting/Oil change
schedule setting switch
j2 for 1 second or less
changes the time by 1 minute. Pressingj2 for more
than 1 second will cause the minute to change at a
rate of 4 digits per second. Pressing the switch
j2
for more than 3 seconds will cause the minute to
change at a rate of 8 digits per second.
If the switch
j2 is not pressed for 5 seconds or
more, the clock changes to seconds zero setting
mode.
Seconds (zero) setting
Pressing the Clock setting/Oil change schedule set-
ting switchj2 will reset the seconds counter (colon
flashing) to zero and the clock returns to normal
operation.
If the switch
j2 is not activated for 60 seconds, the
clock advances by one minute and resumes normal
operation.
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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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If the warning light remains illuminated after the en-
gine has been started, there will be no power steer-
ing assistance: the vehicle may be driven using the
mechanical steering system although it is not rec-
ommended as the effort to turn the steering wheel
will be significantly increased compared to normal
operation.
WARNING
•If the EPAS warning light illuminates while
driving, stop as soon as safely possible.
•In certain circumstances, factors external to
the EPAS system may contribute to the illumi-
nation of the warning light. If the warning light
illuminates, stop the vehicle as soon as safely
possible if driving, turn the ignition switch to
the “OFF” position for approximately 20 sec-
onds, then turn the ignition switch to the ON
position again. If the light remains illuminated,
we recommend you to contact a NISSAN
dealer or qualified workshop.
See “Power steering system” in the “5. Starting and
driving” section for further details on the EPAS sys-
tem.
Ignition knob warning light
(Intelligent Key system only)
When the ignition knob is turned to the ON position,
the ignition knob warning light illuminates for a few
seconds and then goes off. This means the system
is operational.The ignition knob warning light warns the driver of
the ignition knob position.
MT models:
The warning light blinks and the buzzer sounds twice
when the ignition knob is turned to the “OFF” posi-
tion. Depress the ignition PUSH release button, then
turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position.
AT models:
The warning light blinks and the buzzer sounds twice
when the ignition knob is turned to the “OFF” posi-
tion. Make sure the selector lever is in the P (Park)
position, then turn the ignition switch to the LOCK
position.
See “Ignition knob (where fitted)” in the “5. Starting
and driving” section for further details.
CAUTION
•The steering wheel can only be locked when
the ignition knob is in the LOCK position. Make
sure the ignition knob is in the LOCK position
before leaving the vehicle.
•The emergency key can only be removed at
the LOCK position. Make sure the ignition
knob is in the LOCK position before removing
the emergency key.
•If the ignition knob warning light comes on
while driving, contact a NISSAN dealer or
qualified workshop for repair.
NATS security indicator light
This light blinks whenever the ignition switch is in
the LOCK or Acc position. This function indicates
that your vehicle is equipped with NISSAN Anti-
Theft System (NATS)*.
If NISSAN Anti-Theft System (NATS)* is malfunc-
tioning, this light will remain on while the ignition
switch is in the ON position.
For additional information, see “NISSAN Anti-Theft
System (NATS)” later in this section.
* Immobilizer
Seat belt warning light and
chime
The light reminds the driver to fasten his/her seat
belt. The light comes on whenever the ignition switch
is turned to the ON position. It goes out whenever
the front seat belt is securely fastened. The chime
will sound unless the front seat belt is securely fas-
tened when the vehicle speed exceeds 25 km/h (15
MPH). The chime will stop after approximately 90
seconds.
NOTE
The front passenger seat belt warning light
comes on the centre console. See “Seat belt
warning lights” in the “1. Safety — seats, seat
belts and supplemental restraint system” section.
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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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Diesel particulate filter warning
light (where fitted)
When the warning light illuminates, it indicates that
particulate matter has accumulated to the specified
amount of the limit in the diesel particulate filter.
Drive the vehicle at more than approximately 60 km/h
(37.5 MPH) as soon as safely possible until the
warning light turns off. Always conform to local regu-
lations. Particulate matter collected in the filter can-
not be burned under low speed driving conditions.
After having burned the particulate matter com-
pletely, the warning light will turn off.
See “Diesel particulate filter (where fitted)” in the
“5. Starting and driving” section for further details.
Glow plug indicator light (Diesel
engine)
This light comes on when the ignition switch is in the
ON position, and goes out when the glow plugs
have been pre-heated. When the engine is cold, the
glow plug warm-up time will be longer.
CAUTION
If the light remains on, this may indicate a prob-
lem in the glow system. Have the system checked
at a NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop.
Overdrive off indicator light
(automatic transmission)
The overdrive off indicator light illuminates when the
overdrive is turned OFF. See “Driving with auto-
matic transmission” in the “5. Starting and driving”
section.If the vehicle is driven under extreme conditions,
such as excessive wheel spinning and subse-
quent hard braking, the Fail-safe system may be
activated. This will occur even if all electrical cir-
cuits are functioning properly. In this case, turn
the ignition key to the “OFF” position and wait for
3 seconds. Then turn the key back to the ON
position. The vehicle should return to its normal
operating condition. If it does not return to its
normal operating condition have a NISSAN dealer
or qualified workshop check the transmission
and repair if necessary.
Rear fog light indicator light
The light comes on when the rear fog light switch is
turned on.
SLIP indicator light
(where fitted)
This indicator will blink when the ESP system is
operating, thus alerting the driver to the fact that the
road surface is slippery and the vehicle is nearing its
traction limits.
You may feel or hear the system working, this is nor-
mal.
The light will blink for a few seconds after the ESP
system stops limiting wheel spin.
The
indicator light also comes on when you
turn the ignition switch to the ON position. The light
will turn off after approximately 2 seconds if the sys-tem is operational. If the light does not come on
have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer or
qualified workshop.
Front fog light indicator light
(where fitted)
The light comes on when the front fog lights are
switched on.
Side light and headlight indicator
light
The side light and headlight indicator light illumi-
nates when the side light or headlight position is
selected. See “Headlight and turn signal switch”
later in this section for further details.
Turn signal/hazard indicator
lights
The light flashes when the turn signal switch lever or
hazard switch is turned on.
High beam indicator light
This light comes on when the headlight high beam
is on, and goes out when the low beam is selected.
AUDIBLE REMINDERS
Light reminder chime
A chime will sound when the driver’s side door is
opened if the headlight switch is turned on (ignition
switch in the “OFF” or LOCK position). Turn the
headlight switch to OFF or AUTO (where fitted),
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