
Black plate (10,1)
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Keys ............................................................... 3-2
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System keys............ 3-2
Intelligent Keys (if so equipped)......................... 3-3
Doors.............................................................. 3-4
Locking with key............................................ 3-4
Locking with inside lock knob........................... 3-4
Locking with power door lock switch.................. 3-5
Automatic door locks...................................... 3-5
Child safety rear door lock............................... 3-6
Remote keyless entry system (if so equipped)........... 3-6
How to use remote keyless entry system............. 3-7
Intelligent Key system (if so equipped).................... 3-8
Intelligent Key operating range........................ 3-10
Door locks/unlocks precaution........................ 3-11
Intelligent Key operation................................. 3-11Warning lights and audible reminders............... 3-13
Troubleshooting guide................................... 3-14
How to use remote keyless entry function.......... 3-16
Hood............................................................ 3-20
Lift gate......................................................... 3-21
Lift gate release........................................... 3-22
Fuel-filler door................................................. 3-22
Opening the fuel-filler door............................. 3-22
Fuel-filler cap.............................................. 3-22
Steering wheel................................................ 3-24
Tilt operation............................................... 3-24
Sun visors...................................................... 3-24
Mirrors........................................................... 3-25
Inside mirror................................................ 3-25
Outside mirrors............................................ 3-26

Black plate (123,1)
Model "S35-D" EDITED: 2008/ 7/ 24
SPA2416
*1
LOCK button
*2
UNLOCK button
*3
PANIC button
HOW TO USE REMOTE KEYLESS
ENTRY SYSTEM
Locking doors1. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
2. Close all the doors.
3. Push the LOCK
button on the keyfob.
4. All the doors will lock.
All of the doors will lock when the LOCK
button is pushed even though a door
remains open.5. The hazard indicator flashes twice and the
horn chirps once.
.When the LOCK
button is pushed with
all doors locked, the hazard indicator flashes
twice and the horn chirps once as a
reminder that the doors are already locked.
.Operate the door handles to confirm that the
doors have been securely locked.
Unlocking doors1. Push the UNLOCK
button on the
keyfob once.
.The driver’s door unlocks.
.The hazard indicator flashes once if all
doors are completely closed.
.The interior light illuminates and the light
timer activates for 15 seconds when the
switch is in the DOOR position.
2. Push the UNLOCK
button again within
5 seconds.
.All the doors and the lift gate unlock.
.The hazard indicator flashes once if all
doors are completely closed.
All doors will be locked automatically unless one
of the following operations is performed within 1
minute of pushing the UNLOCK
button..Any door or lift gate is opened.
.The ignition switch is turned to the ON
position.
The interior light can be turned off without
waiting for 15 seconds by turning the ignition
switch to the ON position or by locking the
doors with the keyfob.
Using the panic alarmIf you are near your vehicle and feel threatened,
you may activate the alarm to call attention by
pushing and holding the PANIC
button on
the keyfob forlonger than 1 second(with the
key removed from the ignition switch) .
The theft warning alarm and headlights will stay
on for 25 seconds.
The panic alarm stops when:
.It has run for 25 seconds, or
.The LOCK
button or the UNLOCK
button is pushed, or
.The PANIC
button is pushed on the
keyfob for longer than 1 second.
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Model "S35-D" EDITED: 2008/ 7/ 24
SPA1260
Setting hazard indicator and horn modeThis 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 is pushed, the hazard
indicator flashes twice and the horn chirps
once. When the UNLOCK
button is
pushed, the hazard indicator flashes once.
If hazard indicator and horn mode is not
necessary, you can switch to hazard indicator
only mode by following the switching procedure.
In hazard indicator only mode, when the LOCK
button is pushed, the hazard indicator
flashes twice. When the UNLOCK
buttonis pushed, neither the hazard indicator nor the
horn operates.
Switching procedure:
Push the LOCK
and UNLOCK
buttons simultaneously for more than 2 seconds
to switch from one mode to the other.
When pushing the buttons to set hazard
indicator only mode, the hazard indicator flashes
3 times.
When pushing the buttons to set hazard
indicator and horn mode, the hazard indicator
flashes once and the horn chirps once.
WARNING
.Radio waves could adversely affect
electric medical equipment. Those
who use a pacemaker should con-
tact the electric medical equipment
manufacturer for the possible influ-
ences before use.
.The Intelligent Key transmits radio
waves when the buttons are
pushed. The FAA advises that the
radio waves may affect aircraft na-
vigation and communication sys-
tems. Do not operate the
Intelligent Key while on an airplane.
Makesurethebuttonsarenot
operated unintentionally when the
unit is stored during a flight.
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.INTELLIGENT KEY SYSTEM (if so
equipped)
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Black plate (129,1)
Model "S35-D" EDITED: 2008/ 7/ 24
During this 1-minute time period, if the UNLOCK
button on the Intelligent Key is pushed, all
doors will be locked automatically after another
1 minute.
SPA2411
*A
Intelligent Key system warning light
*B
P position selecting warning light
WARNING LIGHTS AND AUDIBLE
REMINDERSThe Intelligent Key system is equipped with a
function that is designed to minimize improper
operations and to help prevent the vehicle from
being stolen. The warning buzzer sounds and
the warning light illuminates when improper
operations are detected.
CAUTION
When the buzzer sounds and the warn-
ing light illuminates, be sure to check
both the vehicle and the Intelligent Key.Pre-driving checks and adjustments
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Black plate (130,1)
Model "S35-D" EDITED: 2008/ 7/ 24
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Symptom Possible cause Action to take
When pushing the request switchThe outside buzzer sounds for approximately 2
seconds.The doors cannot be locked.Take out the Intelligent Key from the vehicle
and push the request switch.
Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK
position and push the request switch while
carrying the Intelligent Key with you.
Close all the doors securely and push the
request switch while carrying the Intelligent
Key with you.
When closing the doorsThe outside buzzer sounds for approximately
10 seconds.The ignition switch is not turned to the
LOCK position.Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK
position.
The Intelligent Key system warning light in the
instrument panel blinks in red and the outside
buzzer sounds 3 times.The Intelligent Key is not in the vehicle. Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
The outside buzzer sounds for approximately 3
seconds and all doors unlock.The Intelligent Key has been left in the
vehicle.Carry the Intelligent Key from the vehicle
and close the door.
When opening the driver’s door A warning chime sounds continuously.The ignition switch is not in the LOCK
position, or the mechanical key is
inserted into the ignition switch.Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK
position.
Remove the mechanical key from the igni-
tion switch.
When stopping the engineThe P position selecting warning light in the
instrument panel blinks in red.The selector lever is not in the P (Park)
position.Shift the selector lever to the P (Park)
position.
When turning the ignition switch A warning chime sounds continuously.The ignition switch is not turned to the
LOCK position.Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK
position.
When starting the engineThe Intelligent Key system warning light in the
instrument panel blinks in green.The battery charge is low.Replace the battery with a new one. (See
“BATTERY REPLACEMENT” in the “8.
Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section.)
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Model "S35-D" EDITED: 2008/ 7/ 24
Symptom Possible cause Action to take
When pushing the ignition switchThe Intelligent Key system warning light in the
instrument panel illuminates in red.The Intelligent Key is not in the vehicle.If the key warning light illuminates in red
even while you are carrying the Intelligent
Key, the battery is completely discharged.
Replace the battery with a new one. (See
“BATTERY REPLACEMENT” in the “8.
Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section.)
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Model "S35-D" EDITED: 2008/ 7/ 24
HOW TO USE REMOTE KEYLESS
ENTRY FUNCTION
WARNING
.Radio waves could adversely affect
electric medical equipment. Those
who use a pacemaker should con-
tact the electric medical equipment
manufacturer for the possible influ-
ences before use.
.The Intelligent Key transmits radio
waves when the buttons are
pushed. The FAA advises that the
radio waves may affect aircraft na-
vigation and communication sys-
tems. Do not operate the
Intelligent Key while on an airplane.
Makesurethebuttonsarenot
operated unintentionally when the
unit is stored during a flight.
CAUTION
.Do not allow the Intelligent Key,
which contains electrical compo-
nents, to come into contact with
water or salt water. This could affect
the system function..Do not drop the Intelligent Key.
.Do not strike the Intelligent Key
sharply against another object.
.Do not change or modify the Intel-
ligent Key.
.Wetting may damage the Intelligent
Key. If the Intelligent Key gets wet,
immediately wipe until it is comple-
tely dry.
.Do not place the Intelligent Key for
an extended period in an area where
temperatures exceed 1408F (608C) .
.Do not attach the Intelligent Key
with a key holder that contains a
magnet.
.Do not place the Intelligent Key near
equipment that produces a mag-
netic field, such as a TV, audio
equipment, personal computers or
cellular phone.
The remote keyless entry function can operate
all door locks using the remote keyless entry
function of the Intelligent Key. The remote
keyless entry function can operate at a distance
of approximately 33 ft (10 m) from the vehicle.
(The operating distance depends upon the
conditions around the vehicle.)The remote keyless entry function will not
operate:
.When the Intelligent Key is not within the
operational range.
.When the doors are open or not closed
securely.
.When the Intelligent Key battery is dis-
charged.
The remote keyless entry function can also
operate the vehicle alarm.3-16
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Model "S35-D" EDITED: 2008/ 7/ 24
SPA2252
*1
LOCK button
*2
UNLOCK button
*3
PANIC button
When you lock or unlock the doors, the hazard
indicator will flash and the horn (or the outside
chime) will sound as a confirmation. For details,
see “Setting hazard indicator and horn mode”
later in this section.Locking doors1. TurntheignitionswitchtotheLOCK
position.*1
2. Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
3. Close all the doors.*24. Push the LOCK
button
*1
on the
Intelligent Key.
5. All the doors and the lift gate will lock.
6. The hazard indicator flashes twice and the
horn chirps once.
*1: Doors will lock with the Intelligent Key while
the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON
position.
*2: Doors will not lock with the Intelligent Key
while any door is open.
Operate the door handles to confirm that the
doors have been securely locked.
Unlocking doors1. Push the UNLOCK
button
*2
on the
Intelligent Key.
2. The hazard indicator flashes once. The
driver’s door will unlock.
3. Push the UNLOCK
button again within
5 seconds.
4. The hazard indicator flashes once. 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..Opening any doors.
.Pushing the ignition switch.
.Inserting the mechanical key into the ignition
switch.
During this 1-minute time period, if the UNLOCK
button is pushed, all doors will be locked
automatically after another 1 minute.
Using panic alarmIf you are near your vehicle and feel threatened,
you may activate the alarm to call attention as
follows:
1. Push the PANIC
button
*3
on the
Intelligent Key formore than 1 second.
2. The theft warning alarm and headlights will
stay on for 25 seconds.
3. The panic alarm stops when:
.It has run for 25 seconds, or
.Any of the buttons on the Intelligent Key
is pushed. (Note: Panic button must be
pushed for more than 1 second.)
Setting hazard indicator and horn modeThis 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
*1
is pushed, the hazard
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