2009 NISSAN CUBE engine

Black plate (93,1)
Model "Z12-D" EDITED: 2009/ 1/ 28
SIC4127
Type A
SIC4145
Type B
To defog/defrost the rear window glass and
outside mirrors (if so equipped) , start the engine
and push the switch
*1
on. The indicator light
*2
will illuminate. Push the switch again to turn
the defroster off.
It will automatically turn off in approximately 15
minutes.
CAUTION
When cleaning the inner side of the rear
window, be careful not to scratch or
damage the rear window defroster.
SIC3668
HEADLIGHT SWITCH
Lighting*1
Turn the switch to the
position:
The front park, side marker, tail, license
plate and instrument lights will come on.
*2
Turn the switch to the
position:
Headlights will come on and all the other
lights remain on.
REAR WINDOW AND OUTSIDE
MIRROR DEFROSTER SWITCHHEADLIGHT AND TURN SIGNAL
SWITCH
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Black plate (95,1)
Model "Z12-D" EDITED: 2009/ 1/ 28
SIC3670
Headlight beam select*1
To select the low beam, put the lever in the
neutral position as shown.
*2
To select the high beam, push the lever
forward while the switch is in theposition. Pull it back to select the low beam.
*3
Pulling the lever toward you will flash the
headlight high beam even when the head-
light switch is in the OFF position.
Battery saver system.When the headlight switch is in the
or
position while the ignition switch is in
the ON position, the lights will automatically
turn off 5 minutes after the ignition switchhas been placed in the OFF position.
.When the headlight switch remains in the
or
position after the lights
automatically turn off, the lights will turn on
when the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position.CAUTION
.When you turn on the headlight
switch again after the lights auto-
matically turn off, the lights will not
turn off automatically. Be sure to
turn the light switch to the OFF
position when you leave the vehicle
for extended periods of time, other-
wise the battery will be discharged.
.Never leave the light switch on
when the engine is not running for
extended periods of time even if the
headlights turn off automatically.Daytime running light system (Canada
only)The daytime running lights automatically illumi-
nate when the engine is started with the parking
brake released. The daytime running lights
operate with the headlight switch in the OFF
position or in the
position. Turn the
headlight switch to the
position for fullillumination when driving at night.
If the parking brake is applied before the engine
is started, the daytime running lights do not
illuminate. The daytime running lights illuminate
once the parking brake is released. The daytime
running lights will remain on until the ignition
switch is placed in the 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.
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Black plate (98,1)
Model "Z12-D" EDITED: 2009/ 1/ 28
SIC4130
To sound the horn, push the center pad area of
the steering wheel.
WARNING
Do not disassemble the horn. Doing so
could affect proper operation of the
supplemental front air bag system.
Tampering with the supplemental front
air bag system may result in serious
personal injury.
SIC1881
The vehicle should be driven with the Vehicle
Dynamic Control (VDC) system on for most
driving 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. The
indicator will illuminate.
Push the VDC OFF switch again or restart the
engine to turn on the system. (See “VEHICLE
DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC) SYSTEM” in the
“5. Starting and driving” section.)The digital clock (in the audio unit) displays time
when the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON
position.
The clock ON or OFF mode can be selected.
If the power supply is disconnected, the
clock will not indicate the correct time.
Readjust the time.
HORNVEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC)
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Black plate (100,1)
Model "Z12-D" EDITED: 2009/ 1/ 28
display will switch to the minute adjustment
mode.
5. Push the TUNE or SEEK button to adjust the
minutes.
6. Push the MENU button again to exit the
clock mode.
The display will return to the regular clock
display after 10 seconds.
RESETTING THE TIMEBy holding down the CLOCK (type A) or MENU
(type B) button and then pushing the TUNE or
SEEK button, the time will be reset as follows.
.In case the displayed minute is in the range
of 00 - 29, the hour will stay the same and
the minute will be reset to 00.
.In case the displayed minute is in the range
of 30 - 59, the hour will be advanced by one
hour and the minute will be reset to 00.
For example, if the CLOCK or MENU and TUNE
buttons are pushed while the time is between
“8:00” and “8:29”, the display will be reset to
“8:00”. If pushed while the time is between
“8:30” and “8:59”, the display will be reset to
“9:00”. At the same time the display will return to
the previous audio mode.
SIC4132
The power outlet is located in the instrument
panel.
CAUTION
.The outlet and plug may be hot
during or immediately after use.
.Do not use with accessories that
exceed a 12 volt, 120W (10A) power
draw. Do not use double adapters or
more than one electrical accessory.
.Use power outlet with the engine
running to avoid discharging the
vehicle battery..Avoid using power outlet when the
air conditioner, headlights or rear
window defroster is on.
.This power outlet is not designed
for use with a cigarette lighter unit.
.Push the plug in as far as it will go.
If good contact is not made, the plug
may overheat or the internal tem-
perature fuse may open.
.Before inserting or disconnecting a
plug, be sure the electrical acces-
sory being used is turned OFF.
.When not in use, be sure to close
the cap. Do not allow water to
contact the outlet.POWER OUTLET
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Black plate (109,1)
Model "Z12-D" EDITED: 2009/ 1/ 28
CAUTION
Do not use for extended periods of time
with the engine stopped. This could
result in a discharged battery.
SIC4166
MAP LIGHTS (if so equipped)Operate the map light switch to turn the map
light on or off.*1: ON position
*2: OFF position
SIC4167
MAP LIGHT CONTROL SWITCH (if so
equipped)The map lights control switch has three posi-
tions: ON
*1, OFF
*2
and center
*3.
ON positionWhen the switch is in the ON position
*1, the
map lights will illuminate.
OFF positionWhen the switch is in the OFF position
*2, the
map lights will not illuminate, regardless of the
condition.
Center positionWhen the switch is in the center position
*3,
INTERIOR LIGHTS
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Black plate (127,1)
Model "Z12-D" EDITED: 2009/ 1/ 28
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Symptom Possible cause Action to take
When pushing the ignition switch
to stop the engineThe P position selecting warning light in the
meter illuminates and the inside warning chime
sounds continuously.The selector lever is not in the P (Park)
position.Shift the selector lever to the P (Park)
position.
When shifting the selector lever
to the P (Park) position.The inside warning chime sounds continuously.The ignition switch is in the ACC or ON
position.Push the ignition switch to the OFF posi-
tion.
When opening the driver’s door
to get out of the vehicleThe inside warning chime sounds continuously.The ignition switch is in the ACC
position.Push the ignition switch to the OFF posi-
tion.
When closing the door after get-
ting out of the vehicleThe Intelligent Key system warning light in the
meter blinks in yellow, and the outside chime
sounds 3 times and the inside warning chime
sounds for a few seconds.The ignition switch is in the ACC or ON
position.Push the ignition switch to the OFF posi-
tion.
The P position selecting warning light in the
meter illuminates and the outside chime
sounds continuously.The ignition switch is in the ACC or OFF
position and the selector lever is not in
the P (Park) position.Move the selector lever to the P (Park)
position and push the ignition switch to the
OFF position.
When closing the door with the
inside lock knob turned to LOCKThe outside chime sounds for a few seconds
and all the doors unlock.The Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle. Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
When pushing the request switch
or the LOCK
button on the
Intelligent Key to lock the doorThe outside chime sounds for a few seconds.The Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle. Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
A door is not closed securely. Close the door securely.
When pushing the ignition switch
to start the engineThe Intelligent Key system warning light in the
meter blinks in green.The battery charge is low.Replace the battery with a new one. (See
“KEY BATTERY REPLACEMENT” in the “8.
Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section.)
The Intelligent Key system warning light in the
meter blinks in yellow and the inside warning
chime sounds for a few seconds.The Intelligent Key is not in the vehicle. Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
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Black plate (133,1)
Model "Z12-D" EDITED: 2009/ 1/ 28
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.
SPA2607
When opening the hood:
1. Pull the hood release handle
*1
located
below the instrument panel; the hood will
then spring up slightly.
2. Locate the lever
*2
in between the hood
and grille, and push the lever sideways with
your fingertips.
3. Raise the hood
*3.
4. Remove the support rod
*4
from the hood
and insert it into the slot
*5.
Hold the coated part
*A
when removing or
resetting the support rod. Avoid direct
contact with the metal parts, as they maybe hot immediately after the engine has
been stopped.
When closing the hood:
1. Return the support rod to its original
position.
2. Slowly move the hood down to latch the
lock.
3. Push the hood down to lock the hood
securely into place.
HOOD
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Black plate (136,1)
Model "Z12-D" EDITED: 2009/ 1/ 28
SPA2336
OPENING THE FUEL-FILLER DOORTo open the fuel-filler door, pull the release
handle located below the instrument panel. To
lock, close the fuel-filler door securely.
SPA2610
FUEL-FILLER CAPThe fuel-filler cap is a ratcheting type. Turn the
cap counterclockwise
*1
to remove. To tighten,
turn the cap clockwise
*2
until ratcheting clicks
are heard.
Put the fuel-filler cap on the cap holder
*A
while refueling.
WARNING
.Gasoline is extremely flammable
and highly explosive under certain
conditions. You could be burned or
seriously injured if it is misused ormishandled. Always stop engine
and do not smoke or allow open
flames or sparks near the vehicle
when refueling.
.Do not attempt to top off the fuel
tank after the fuel pump nozzle
shuts off automatically. Continued
refueling may cause fuel overflow,
resulting in fuel spray and possibly
a fire.
.Use only an original equipment type
fuel-filler cap as a replacement. It
has a built-in safety valve needed
for proper operation of the fuel
system and emission control sys-
tem. An incorrect cap can result in a
serious malfunction and possible
injury. It could also cause the mal-
function indicator light to come on.
.Never pour fuel into the throttle
body to attempt to start your vehi-
cle.
.Do not fill a portable fuel container
in the vehicle or trailer. Static elec-
tricity can cause an explosion of
flammable liquid, vapor or gas in
any vehicle or trailer. To reduce the
risk of serious injury or death when
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