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Keys ............................................................... 3-2
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System keys............ 3-2
Intelligent Key system (if so equipped)................ 3-3
Mechanical key.............................................. 3-4
Valet hand-off................................................ 3-4
Doors.............................................................. 3-4
Locking with mechanical key............................. 3-5
Opening and closing windows with the
mechanical key.............................................. 3-5
Locking with inside lock knob........................... 3-5
Locking with power door lock switch.................. 3-6
Vehicle speed sensing door lock mechanism........ 3-6
Automatic door unlock mechanism..................... 3-6
Child safety rear door lock............................... 3-7
Intelligent Key system (if so equipped).................... 3-7
Intelligent Key operating range.......................... 3-8
Door locks/unlocks precaution.......................... 3-9
Intelligent Key operation.................................3-10
Battery saver system.....................................3-13
Warning signals...........................................3-13
Troubleshooting guide...................................3-14
Remote keyless entry system..............................3-15
How to use remote keyless entry system...........3-15Hood............................................................3-18
Lift gate.........................................................3-18
Operating manual lift gate..............................3-19
Operating power lift gate (if so equipped)..........3-19
Auto closure...............................................3-22
Lift gate release...........................................3-23
Fuel-filler door.................................................3-23
Opening fuel-filler door..................................3-23
Fuel-filler cap..............................................3-23
Tilting telescopic steering column........................3-25
Manual operation.........................................3-25
Electric operation.........................................3-25
Sun visors......................................................3-26
Mirrors...........................................................3-27
Inside mirror................................................3-27
Outside mirrors............................................3-28
Vanity mirror................................................3-29
Automatic drive positioner (if so equipped).............3-30
Entry/exit function.........................................3-30
Memory storage...........................................3-30
System operation.........................................3-31
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Model "Z51-D" EDITED: 2007/ 10/ 2
SPA2033
MECHANICAL KEY
To remove the mechanical key, release the lock
knob at the back of the key.
To install the mechanical key, firmly insert it into
the key until the lock knob returns to the lock
position.
Use the mechanical key to lock or unlock the
doors and glove box, if they are equipped with a
key cylinder.
See “DOORS” later in this section and “STO-
RAGE” in the “2. Instruments and controls”
section.
CAUTION
Always carry the mechanical key in-
stalled in the key.
VALET HAND-OFF
When you have to leave a key with a valet, give
them the key itself after removing the mechanical
key to protect your belongings.
To prevent the glove box from being opened
during valet hand-off, follow the procedures
below.
1. Remove the mechanical key from the key.
2. Lock the glove box with the mechanical key.
3. Hand the key to the valet, keeping the
mechanical key in your pocket or bag. Insert
the mechanical key into the key when you
retrieve your vehicle.
For glove box lock, see “STORAGE” in the “2.
Instruments and controls” section.
WARNING
.Always have the doors locked while
driving. Along with the use of seat
belts, this provides greater safety in
the event of an accident by helping
to prevent persons from being
thrown from the vehicle. This also
helps keep children and others from
unintentionally opening the doors,
and will help keep out intruders.
.Before opening any door, always
look for and avoid oncoming traffic.
.Do not leave children unattended
inside the vehicle. They could un-
knowingly activate switches or con-
trols. Unattended children could
become involved in serious acci-
dents.
DOORS
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SPA2433
CHILD SAFETY REAR DOOR LOCK
The child safety rear door lock helps prevent
doors from being opened accidentally, espe-
cially when small children are in the vehicle.
When the levers are in the lock position
*1, the rear doors can be opened only
from the outside.
To disengage, move the levers to the unlock
position
*2.
WARNING
Radio waves could adversely affect
electric medical equipment. Those who
use a pacemaker should contact the
electric medical equipment manufac-
turer for the possible influences before
use.
The Intelligent Key system can operate all the
door locks using the remote controller function
or pushing the request switch on the vehicle
without taking the key out from a pocket or
purse. The operating environment and/or condi-
tions may affect the Intelligent Key system
operation.
Be sure to read the following before using the
Intelligent Key system.
CAUTION
.Be sure to carry the Intelligent Key
with you when operating the vehi-
cle.
.Never leave the Intelligent Key in
the vehicle when you leave the
vehicle.
The Intelligent Key is always communicating withthe vehicle as it receives radio waves. The
Intelligent Key system transmits weak radio
waves. Environmental conditions may interfere
with the operation of the Intelligent Key system
under the following operating conditions.
.When operating near a location where
strong radio waves are transmitted, such
as a TV tower, power station and broad-
casting station.
.When in possession of wireless equipment,
such as a cellular telephone, transceiver,
and CB radio.
.When the Intelligent Key is in contact with or
covered by metallic materials.
.When any type of radio wave remote control
is used nearby.
.When the Intelligent Key is placed near an
electric appliance such as a personal
computer.
.When the vehicle is parked near a parking
meter.
In such cases, correct the operating conditions
before using the Intelligent Key function or use
the mechanical key.
Although the life of the battery varies depending
on the operating conditions, the battery’s life is
approximately 2 years. If the battery is dis-
INTELLIGENT KEY SYSTEM (if so
equipped)
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BATTERY SAVER SYSTEM
When all the following conditions are met for 60
minutes, the battery saver system will cut off the
power supply to prevent battery discharge.
.The ignition switch is in the ACC position,
and
.All doors are closed, and
.The selector lever is in the P (Park) position.
WARNING SIGNALS
To help prevent the vehicle from moving
unexpectedly by erroneous operation of the
Intelligent Key listed on the following chart or
to help prevent the vehicle from being stolen,
chime or beep sounds inside and outside the
vehicle and a warning displays in the dot matrix
liquid crystal display.
When a chime or beep sounds or the warning
displays, be sure to check the vehicle and
Intelligent Key.
See “TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE” later in
this section and “DOT MATRIX LIQUID CRYS-
TAL DISPLAY” in the “2. Instruments and
controls” section.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Symptom Possible cause Action to take
When pushing the ignition switch
to stop the engineThe SHIFT P warning appears on the display
and the inside warning chime sounds con-
tinuously.The selector lever is not in the P (Park)
position.Shift the selector lever to the P (Park)
position.
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.
The Intelligent Key is in the key port.Remove the Intelligent Key from the key
port.
When closing the door after get-
ting out of the vehicleThe NO KEY warning appears on the display,
the outside chime sounds 3 times and the
inside warning chime sounds for approximately
3 seconds.The ignition switch is in the ACC or ON
position.Push the ignition switch to the OFF posi-
tion.
The SHIFT P warning appears on the display
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 approximately 3
seconds and all the doors unlock.The Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle. Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
When pushing the door handle
request switch to lock the doorThe outside chime sounds for approximately 2
seconds.The Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle. Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
A door is not closed securely. Close the door securely.
The door handle request switch is
pushed before the door is closed.Push the door handle request switch after
the door is closed.
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Unlocking doors
1. Push the UNLOCKbutton*2once.
2. The hazard indicator flashes once. The
driver’s door will unlock.
3. Push the UNLOCK
button again within
1 minute.
4. The hazard indicator flashes once again. All
the doors and the lift gate will unlock.
All doors will be locked automatically unless one
of the following operations is performed within 1
minute after pushing the UNLOCK button while
the doors are locked. If during this 1-minute time
period, the UNLOCK button is pushed, all doors
will be locked automatically after another 1
minute.
.Opening any door
.Pushing the ignition switch
Opening windows
To open the windows, push the door UNLOCKbutton*2forabout 3 secondsafter the
door is unlocked.
To stop opening, release the UNLOCK
button.
Windows cannot be closed using the button on
the key.The door windows can be opened or closed by
turning the mechanical key in a door lock. (See
“DOORS” earlier in this section.)
Opening/closing lift gate (if so equipped)
1. Push the power lift gate button*3for more than 1 second.
2. The lift gate will automatically open.
The hazard indicator flashes 5 times and the
outside chime sounds for approximately 3
seconds.
To close the lift gate, push the power lift gate
button
*3.
The lift gate will automatically close.
If the button
*3is pushed while the lift
gate is being opened or closed, the lift gate will
reverse.
The power lift gate button
*3cannot be
operated when the ignition switch is in the ON
position.
Using panic alarm
If you are near your vehicle and feel threatened,
you can activate the alarm according to the
following procedure to call attention.
1. Push the PANIC
button*4formore
than 1 second.2. The theft warning alarm will sound and the
headlights will flash for 25 seconds.
3. The panic alarm stops under either of the
following conditions.
.It has run for 25 seconds, or
.Any of the buttons is pushed. (Note: the
panic button should be pushed for more
than 1 second.)
Setting hazard indicator and horn mode
This vehicle is set in hazard indicator and horn
mode when you first receive the vehicle.
In hazard indicator and horn mode, when the
LOCK
button*1is pushed, the hazard
indicator flashes twice and the horn chirps once.
When the UNLOCK
button*2is pushed,
the hazard indicator flashes once.
If horns are not necessary, the system can be
switched to the hazard indicator mode.
In hazard indicator mode, when the LOCK
button is pushed, the hazard indicator flashes
twice. When the UNLOCKbutton is
pushed, neither the hazard indicator nor the
horn operates.
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SPA2437
1. Pull the hood lock release handle*1located below the instrument panel; the
hood will then spring up slightly.
2. Pull the lever
*2up at the front of the hood
with your fingertips and raise the hood.
3. When closing the hood, slowly close the
hood down 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.
WARNING
.Always be sure the lift gate has
been closed securely to prevent it
from opening while driving.
.Do not drive with the lift gate open.
This could allow dangerous exhaust
gases to be drawn into the vehicle.
See “EXHAUST GAS (carbon mon-
oxide)” in the “5. Starting and driv-
ing” section of this manual.
.Do not leave children unattended
inside the vehicle. They could un-
knowingly activate switches or con-
trols. Unattended children could
become involved in serious acci-
dents.
.Always be sure that hands and feet
are clear of the door frame to avoid
injury while closing the lift gate.
HOODLIFT GATE
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The hazard flashes 4 times and the outside
chime sounds when the lift gate starts closing.
Reverse function
The power lift gate will reverse immediately if
one of the following actions is performed during
power open or power close.
.pushing the power lift gate switch
*Aon
the instrument panel
.pushing the lift gate switch
*Don the lower
part of the lift gate
.pushing the lift gate button
*Con
the key.
The outside chime sounds when the lift gate
starts to reverse.
The power lift gate button
*Con the key
cannot be operated when the ignition switch is
in the ON position.
Auto reverse function
The auto-reverse function enables the lift gate to
automatically reverse when something is caught
in the lift gate as it is opening or closing. When
the control unit detects an obstacle, the lift gate
will reverse and return to the full open or full
close position.
If a second obstacle is detected, the lift gate
motion will stop and the drive motor will
disengage. The lift gate will enter the manualmode.
A pinch sensor is mounted on each side of the
lift gate. If an obstacle is detected by the pinch
sensor during power close, the lift gate will
reverse and return to the full open position
immediately.
NOTE:
If the pinch sensor is damaged or removed,
the power close function will not operate.
WARNING
There is a small distance immediately
before the closed position that cannot
be detected. Make sure that all passen-
gers keep their hands, etc., clear from
the lift gate opening before closing the
lift gate.
Manual mode
If power operation is not available, the lift gate
can be operated manually. Power operation may
not be available if multiple obstacles have been
detected in a single power cycle or if the battery
voltage is low. When the power lift gate main
switch is in the OFF position, the lift gate can be
opened manually by pushing the lift gate opener
switch. If the power lift gate opener switch is
pushed during power open or close, the power
operation will be canceled and the lift gate canbe operated manually.
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