2010 NISSAN QASHQAI ECO mode

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine ducting the maintenance. The ignition switch should
always be in the LOCK position when working un-
der the bonnet or inside the vehicle.
WARNING
Once the air bag has inflated or the pre-ten-
sioner seat belt has been activated, the air
bag module and pre-tensioner seat belt will
not function again and must be replaced. The
air bag module should be replaced by a
NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop. The air
bag module cannot be repaired.
All air bag systems should be inspected by a
NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop if there
is any damage to the front end portion of the
vehicle.
When selling your vehicle, we request that you
inform the buyer about the air bag system and
guide the buyer to the appropriate sections in
this Owner’s Manual.
If you need to dispose of an air bag or scrap
the vehicle, contact a NISSAN dealer or quali-
fied workshop. Correct air bag disposal pro-
cedures are set forth in the appropriate
NISSAN Service Manual. Incorrect disposal
procedures could cause personal injury.
FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG
INDICATOR LIGHT
WARNING
Since your vehicle is equipped with a front
passenger air bag, it is not permitted to install
a rearward facing child restraint on the front
passenger seat unless the front passenger air
bag has been deactivated first.
Do not fit a rearward facing child seat on the
front passenger seat if the air bag activation/
deactivation system is malfunctioning. Your
vehicle must immediately be taken to a
NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop in such
a situation.
The front passenger air bag indicator light
,
located in the combination meter, illuminates for ap-
proximately 7 seconds and then goes off. This
means the system is operational.
The front passenger air bag indicator light warns of front passenger air bag status. If the front passen-
ger air bag has been deactivated, the light comes on
and stays on as long as the front passenger air bag
switch remains in the OFF position.
jA
Intelligent Key equipped models
jB Integrated keyfob equipped models
Front passenger air bag deactivation
system
To fit a rear facing child restraint on the front pas-
senger seat, you must deactivate the front passen-
ger seat air bag system:
1. With the ignition switch in the LOCK position
and the engine off, open the front passenger
door.
2. Insert the ignition key/emergency key (Intelligent Key equipped models see “Emergency/mechani-
NPA1043
NPA823Z
Safety — seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system1-17

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine cal key (Intelligent Key models)” later in this sec-
tion) in the front passenger air bag switch on the
side of the dashboard, press then turn the key to
the OFF position.
3. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position and make sure the front passenger air bag indicator
light
remains illuminated.
The
indicator light remains continuously illumi-
nated to warn you of front passenger air bag status.
See “Child restraints” later in this section for child
seat appropriate fitting.
Activating the front passenger air bag
You should reactivate the front passenger air bag
system as soon as the child restraint is not in use on
the front passenger seat to ensure protection of the
front passenger seat occupant in the event of an
impact.
To reactivate the front passenger air bag system:
1. With the ignition switch in the LOCK position and the engine off, open the front passenger
door.
2. Insert the ignition key/emergency key (Intelligent Key equipped models) in the front passenger air
bag switch and turn the key to the ON position.
3. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position and make sure the front passenger air bag indicator
light
illuminates for a few seconds and then
turns off.
WARNING
If any of the following conditions occur after the
ignition switch has been turned to the ON posi-
tion, the front passenger air bag system needs
servicing and your vehicle must be taken to the
nearest NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop.
The front passenger air bag indicator light
comes on and remains illuminated after ap-
proximately 7 seconds while the front pas-
senger air bag switch is ON.
The front passenger air bag indicator light
does not come on at all while the front pas-
senger air bag switch is ON.
Unless checked and repaired, the front passenger
air bag system may not function properly.
PRECAUTIONS ON CHILD
RESTRAINT USAGE
Infants and small children should alwaysbe placed
in an infant or child restraint while riding in the ve-
hicle.
WARNING
Infants and small children should never be
carried on your lap. It is not possible for even
the strongest adult to resist the forces of an
accident. The child could be crushed between
the adult and parts of the vehicle. Also, do not
put the same seat belt around a child and
yourself. In general, child restraints are de-
signed to be installed with the lap portion of a
three-point type seat belt.
NISSAN recommends installing the child re-
straint on the rear seat. According to accident
statistics, children are safer when properly re-
strained in the rear seat than in the front seat.
SSS0099Z
CHILD RESTRAINTS
1-18Safety — seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine INSTALLATION OF A CHILD
RESTRAINT SYSTEM ON THE FRONT
PASSENGER SEAT
WARNING
Never install a rear facing child restraint sys-
tem in the front seat without first deactivating
the front passenger air bag. Supplemental
front-impact air bags inflate with great force.
A child restraint system could be struck by
the supplemental front-impact air bag in an
accident and could seriously injure or kill your
child.
NISSAN recommends that infants or small
children be seated in a child restraint system
in the rear seat. According to accident statis-
tics, children are safer when properly
restrained in the rear seat than in the front
seat.
Age groupSeating position
: 7-seater
Front passenger seat
with deactivated front
passenger air bag ONLY 2nd row centre seat 2nd row outer seat 3rd row seat
Group 0+ (< 13 kg) Britax Cosy Tot
Romer Baby-Safe *1,
*3 Britax Cosy Tot
Romer Baby-Safe *1,
*3
Fair G 0/1 *1, *2 X
Group I (9 to 18 kg) Britax/Romer Duo
Plus *3 Britax/Romer Duo
Plus *3
Fair 123 BimboFair G 0/1 *2
Maxi-Cosi Tobi
Fair 123 Bimbo
Fair 123 Bimbo
Maxi-Cosi Tobi
Group II and III (15 to
36 kg) Britax Hi Liner
Romer Kid *3 Britax Hi Liner
Romer Kid *3
Fair JuniorBritax Hi Liner
Romer Kid *3
Fair Junior
Fair Junior
*1: Rearward facing only.
*2: This is an ISOFIX child restraint. It requires an additional platform to be fitted to your vehicle. Rearward facing use Platform RWF B/D
Forward facing use Platform FWF B
Alternatively, refer to a NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop for the latest platform references.
*3: Universal mode only.
X: Not suitable for child restraint for this age group
NPA679Z
Front passenger air bag left active
Safety — seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system1-23

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine If the light comes on while the engine is running, it
may indicate that the anti-lock portion of the braking
system is not functioning properly. Have the system
checked by a NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop.
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. If the light
comes on while the engine is running with the hand-
brake not applied, stop the vehicle and perform the
following procedure:
1. Check the brake fluid level. Add brake fluid asnecessary. See “Brake and clutch fluid” in the
“8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section.
WARNING
If the level is below the MIN (minimum) mark
on the brake fluid reservoir, do not drive until
the brake system 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. Have
it towed to the nearest NISSAN dealer or quali-
fied workshop.
Depressing the brake pedal with the engine
stopped could increase your stopping dis-
tance and require greater pedal travel dis-
tance and effort.
Charge warning light
If the light comes on while the engine is running, it
may indicate that the charging system is not func-
tioning properly. 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 workshop immediately.
CAUTION
Do not continue driving if the alternator belt is
loose, broken or missing.
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
warning light (where fitted)
WARNING
Be careful not to burn yourself with exhaust
gases.
Do not park the vehicle over flammable mate-
rials such as dry grass, waste paper or rags,
as they may burn easily.
If the vehicle continues to be driven at a low
speed with the DPF warning light illuminated,
the fail-safe will limit engine revolutions and/
or torque. In this case, the engine oil must be
replaced and the process of burning accumu-
lated particulate matter must be carried out
by a NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop.
Service regeneration is a maintenance item
and is not covered by the NISSAN warranty.
Use engine oil for DPF equipped models. For
details, see “Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants” in the “9. Technical
information” section.
CAUTION
The DPF becomes extremely hot after burning
particulate matter.
M9R engine only:
When the ignition switch is turned to the ON posi-
tion, the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) warning light
illuminates for a few seconds and then goes out.
This indicates that the system is operational.
All diesel engines:
NISSAN GREEN PROGRAM
Some diesel engine models are fitted with a Diesel
Particulate Filter (DPF), which is a device that re-
moves carbon (soot) from the exhaust gas. To oper-
ate effectively, the DPF system must routinely con-
duct a cleaning operation, called regeneration, that
2-4Instruments and controls

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Malfunction warning light (red)
(where fitted)
When the ignition switch is turned to the ON posi-
tion, the malfunction warning light illuminates. This
means the system is operational.
See “Malfunction Indicator light” later in this section
for details of the orange Malfunction Indicator light.
If the red malfunction warning light comes on steady
while the engine is running, it may indicate an en-
gine control system malfunction.
Have your vehicle inspected by a NISSAN dealer or
qualified workshop. You do not need to have your
vehicle towed to the dealer.
CAUTION
Continued vehicle operation without having the
engine control system checked and repaired as
necessary could lead to poor driveability,
reduced fuel economy and possible damage to
the engine control system, which may affect your
warranty coverage.
Incorrect setting of the engine control system may
lead to non-compliance of local and national emis-
sion laws and regulations.
Master warning light
The master warning light is displayed when any
warning message is displayed. See “Vehicle infor-
mation display” later in this section.
NATS security warning light
(where fitted)
This light blinks whenever the ignition switch is in
the LOCK, “OFF” or Acc position. This function
indicates that your vehicle is equipped with the
NISSAN Anti-Theft System (NATS)*.
If NATS is malfunctioning, this light will remain on
while the ignition switch is in the ON position.
For additional information, see “Security system”
later in this section.
* Immobilizer
Seat belt (driver and front
passenger) warning light
The seat belt warning light alerts the driver if their
seat belt or that of the front passenger is not se-
curely fastened. The light will come on when the
ignition switch is turned to the ON position. It will go
out when both the driver and front passenger (if
occupied) seat belts have been securely fastened.
A seat belt reminder chime is also fitted, see “Seat
belt reminder chime” later in this section.
Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) air bag warning light
When the ignition switch is in the ON or START
position, the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
air bag warning light will illuminate. The SRS air bag
warning light will turn off after approximately 7 sec-
onds if the system is operational.
The air bag systems and pre-tensioner seat beltsneed servicing and the vehicle must be taken to the
nearest NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop if the
SRS air bag warning light:
Remains on after approximately 7 seconds
Flashes intermittently
Does not come on at all
Unless checked and repaired, the SRS air bag sys-
tem and pre-tensioner seat belts may not function
properly.
For additional details see “Air bag warning light” in
the “1. Safety — seats, seat belts and supplemental
restraint system” section.
4WD warning light (4WD
models)
The 4WD warning light comes on when the ignition
switch is turned to the ON position. It turns off soon
after the engine is started.
If the 4WD system malfunctions or the revolution or
radius of the front and the rear wheels differs, the
warning light will either remain illuminated or blink.
See “Four-wheel Drive (4WD) (where fitted)” in the
“5. Starting and driving” section.
CAUTION
If the warning light comes on or blinks while
driving, 4WD mode will change to 2WD mode.
Reduce the vehicle speed and have your ve-
hicle checked by a NISSAN dealer or qualified
workshop as soon as possible.
2-6Instruments and controls

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Do not drive on dry, hard surfaced roads in
the LOCK position.
If the 4WD warning light blinks in the follow-
ing sequence while driving, proceed as in-
structed:
– Blinks rapidly (about twice a second)Pull off the road at a safe place and idle
the engine. The driving mode will change
to 2WD to prevent the 4WD system from
malfunctioning. The vehicle can be driven
again as soon as the warning light turns
off.
– Blinks slowly (about once every 2 seconds) Change the driving mode to 2WD and re-
duce the vehicle speed as soon as safely
possible.
If the warning light is still on after performing the
above operation, have the system checked by a
NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop as soon as
possible.
Water in fuel filter warning light
(where fitted)
If the warning light remains on or flashes irregularly
while the engine is running, there may be water in
the fuel filter. Should this happen, try to drain the
water from the fuel filter, see “Fuel filter (Diesel en-
gine models)” in the “8. Maintenance and
do-it-yourself” section. CAUTION
Failure to drain the water from the fuel filter can
cause serious damage to the engine. Contact a
NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop as soon as
possible.
INDICATOR LIGHTS
Automatic transmission check
indicator light (AT models)
This light indicates both the “Automatic transmis-
sion oil temperature warning” and the “Fail-safe op-
eration”.
Automatic transmission oil temperature
warning:
This light comes on when the automatic transmis-
sion oil temperature is too high. If the light comes on
while driving, reduce the vehicle speed as soon as
safely possible until the light turns off.
Fail-safe operation:
When the ignition switch is turned ON, the light
comes on for 2 seconds. If the light blinks, it may
indicate the automatic transmission is not function-
ing properly. Have your NISSAN dealer or qualified
workshop check and repair the transmission.
CAUTION
Continued vehicle operation when the automatic
transmission check warning light is on may dam-
age the automatic transmission.
Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT) indicator
light (CVT models)
This light comes on briefly when the ignition is turned
to the ON position.
If the CVT light comes on during normal operation,
it may indicate that something is wrong with the
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT). Have
your system checked by a NISSAN dealer or quali-
fied workshop.
NOTE
A CVT ELECTRONIC CONTROL SYSTEM WARN-
ING display (centre console — where fitted) will
come on when a malfunction may have occurred
to the transmission control system. The selected
Detailed Information key will then recommend
going to a NISSAN dealer for the system to be
checked.
Electronic Stability Program
(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 that the ESP system is not
operating.
This light also comes on briefly when the ignition
switch is turned to the ON position. The light will
turn off after approximately 1 second if the ESP sys-
tem is operational.
Instruments and controls2-7

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine When the ESP OFF indicator light and SLIP indica-
tor light come on with the ESP system turned on, it
alerts the driver to the fact that the system’s fail-safe
mode is operating. This means that the system may
not be functioning properly. Have the system
checked by your NISSAN dealer or qualified work-
shop.
If an abnormality occurs in the system, the ESP sys-
tem function will be cancelled, but the vehicle is still
driveable. For additional information, see “Electronic
Stability Programme (ESP) system (where fitted)” in
the “5. Starting and driving” section.
4WD mode indicator light
(AUTO) (4WD models)
This light comes on briefly when the ignition is turned
to the ON position. If the engine is running, this light
will illuminate when the 4WD AUTO mode is se-
lected.
See “Four-wheel Drive (4WD) (where fitted)” in the
“5. Starting and driving” section.
4WD mode indicator light
(LOCK) (4WD models)
This light comes on briefly when the ignition is turned
to the ON position.
If the engine is running, this light and the 4WD mode
indicator light (AUTO) will be lit when the 4WD
LOCK mode is selected.
See “Four-wheel Drive (4WD) (where fitted)” in the
“5. Starting and driving” section.
Glow plug indicator light (Diesel
engines)
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.
Low fuel indicator light
When the fuel level is getting low, the low fuel warn-
ing light will switch on to alert the driver. Refuel as
soon as it is convenient. There should be a small
reserve of fuel in the tank when the fuel gauge
reaches the empty level. See also “Vehicle informa-
tion display” later in this section.
Malfunction Indicator light
When the ignition switch is turned to the ON posi-
tion, the orange Malfunction Indicator light illumi-
nates. This means that the system is operational.
If the orange Malfunction Indicator light comes on
steady or blinks (where fitted) while the engine is
running, it may indicate an engine control system
malfunction.
See “Malfunction warning light (red) (where fitted)”
earlier in this section for details of the red malfunc-
tion warning light (where fitted).On steady (orange):
An engine malfunction has been detected. Have the
vehicle inspected by a NISSAN dealer or qualified
workshop. You do not need to have your vehicle
towed to the dealer.
Blinking (orange) (where fitted):
An engine misfire has been detected which may
damage the engine control system.
To reduce or avoid engine control system dam-
age:
Do not drive at speeds above 70 km/h (43
MPH).
Avoid hard acceleration or deceleration.
Avoid steep uphill grades.
If possible, reduce the load being carried or
towed.
The Malfunction Indicator light may stop blinking
and come on steady.
Have the vehicle inspected by a NISSAN dealer or
qualified workshop. You do not need to have your
vehicle towed to the dealer.
CAUTION
Continued vehicle operation without having the
engine control system checked and repaired as
necessary could lead to poor driveability,
reduced fuel economy and possible damage to
the engine control system, which may affect your
warranty coverage.
2-8Instruments and controls

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine SLIP indicator light
(where fitted)
The SLIP indicator blinks when the Electronic Sta-
bility Programme (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 continue to blink for a few seconds
after the ESP system stops limiting wheel spin.
Front fog light indicator light
(where fitted)
The light comes on when the front fog lights are
switched on.
Rear fog light indicator light
The light comes on when the rear fog light is
switched 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.
Dipped beam indicator light
This light comes on when the switch is turned to the
position:The headlights will come on and front
side, tail, number plate and instrument lights remain
on.
Side light and headlight indicator
light
This light comes on when the side light or headlight
position is selected. See “Headlight and turn signal
switch” later in this section for further details.
SPORT mode indicator light
(where fitted)
The SPORT mode indicator light illuminates when
the SPORT mode is turned ON. See “SPORT mode
switch” in the “5. Starting and driving” section for
the use of the SPORT mode switch.
Trailer direction indicator light
The light will light up whenever an additional electri-
cal load is detected by the direction indicator sys-
tem.
For additional information, see “Trailer towing” in
the “5. Starting and driving” section.
Turn signal/hazard indicator
lights
The direction indicator lights will flash when the turn
signal switch or hazard warning flasher switch is
turned on. See “Headlight and turn signal switch”
later in this sectionand see “Hazard warning flasher
switch” later in this section for further details.
AUDIBLE REMINDERS
Door open reminder chime
The chime will sound if any door other than the driv-
er’s door is left open and the power door lock switch
is held down.
Intelligent Key models: The external buzzer will
sound if the vehicle is being locked remotely or us-
ing an outside door lock switch and any door is
open.
Handbrake reminder buzzer
A buzzer will sound when driving away if the hand-
brake has not been released.
Light reminder chime
A chime will sound for 10 seconds if the driver’s
door is opened while the external lights are turned
on and the ignition switch is in the “OFF” or LOCK
position.
See “Headlight and turn signal switch” later in this
section for further details on the headlight operation.
Fog light reminder chime
A chime will sound if the ignition switch is in the
“OFF” or LOCK position and the headlight switch is
in the AUTO position (where fitted) and the fog lights
are left on.
See “Headlight and turn signal switch” later in this
section for further details.
Instruments and controls2-9