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Switching procedure:
To switch the hazard indicator and horn opera-
tion, push the LOCK
*1
and UNLOCK
*2
buttons on the Intelligent Key simulta-
neously for more than 2 seconds.
. When the hazard indicator mode is set, the
hazard indicator flashes 3 times.
. When the hazard indicator and horn mode is
set, the hazard indicator flashes once and
the horn chirps once.
Pre-driving checks and adjustments
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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.
. Make sure that all passengers have
their hands, etc. inside the vehicle
before closing the lift gate.
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To open the lift gate, unlock it and push the
opener switch
*A
. Pull up the lift gate to open.
The lift gate can be unlocked by:
— pushing the unlock button
on the
keyfob or the Intelligent Key (if so equipped)
twice.
— pushing the lift gate request switch (if so equipped) .
— pushing the power door lock switch to the unlock position.
— inserting the key into the driver’s door key cylinder and turning it to the rear of the
vehicle twice. To close the lift gate, pull down until it securely
locks.
LIFT GATE
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earlier in this section and “Making a call by
entering a phone number” earlier in this section
for more details.)
“International”
*C
For dialing more than 10 digits or any special
characters, say “international”. When the system
acknowledges the command, the system will
prompt you to speak the number.
“Redial”
*D
Use the Redial command to call the last number
that was dialed within the vehicle.
NOTE:
The system will not redial the last number
dialed by the handset keypad.
The system acknowledges the command, re-
peats the number and begins dialing.
If a redial number does not exist, the system
announces, “There is no number to redial” and
ends the VR session.
“Call back”
*E
Use the Call Back command to dial the number
of the last incoming call within the vehicle.
The system acknowledges the command, re-
peats the number and begins dialing.
If a call back number does not exist, the systemannounces, “There is no number to call back”
and ends the VR session.
During a callDuring a call there are several command options
available. Push the
button on the steering
wheel to mute the receiving voice and enter
commands.
. “Help” — The system announces the avail-
able commands.
. “Go back/Correction” — The system an-
nounces “Go back,” ends the VR session
and returns to the call.
. “Cancel/Quit” — The system announces
“Cancel,” ends the VR session and returns
to the call.
. “Send/Enter/Call/Dial” — Use the Send
command to enter numbers during a call.
For example, if you were directed to dial an
extension by an automated system:
Say: “Send one two three four.”
The system acknowledges the command
and sends the tones associated with the
numbers. The system then ends the VR
session and returns to the call.
. “Transfer Call” — Use the Transfer Call
command to transfer the call from the
Bluetooth
®Hands-Free Phone System to the cellular phone when privacy is desired.
The system announces, “Transfer call. Call
transferred to privacy mode.” The system
then ends the VR session.
You can also issue the Transfer Call
command again to return to a hands-free
call through the vehicle.
. “Mute” — Use the Mute command to mute
your voice so the other party cannot hear it.
Use the mute command again to unmute
your voice.
NOTE:
If a call is ended or the cellular phone
network connection is lost while the Mute
feature is on, the Mute feature may need to
be reset to “off” for the next call so the
other party can hear your voice.
Phone bookNOTE:
Phone book commands are not available
when the vehicle is moving.
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Precautions when starting and driving..................... 5-2
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ......................... 5-2
Three-way catalyst .......................................... 5-2
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ............. 5-3
Avoiding collision and rollover ........................... 5-5
On-pavement and off-road driving precautions ...... 5-5
Off-road recovery ........................................... 5-6
Rapid air pressure loss .................................... 5-6
Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving ...................... 5-7
Driving safety precautions ................................ 5-7
Ignition switch ................................................... 5-9
Intelligent Key system (if so equipped) ................ 5-9
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) .......... 5-11
Key positions .............................................. 5-11
Before starting the engine .................................. 5-12
Starting the engine ........................................... 5-12
Driving the vehicle ............................................ 5-13
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) .......... 5-13
Parking brake .................................................. 5-18
Cruise control ................................................. 5-19
Precautions on cruise control .......................... 5-19
Cruise control operations ............................... 5-19 Break-in schedule
............................................ 5-21
Increasing fuel economy .................................... 5-21
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) (if so equipped) ................ 5-22
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) lock switch operations .... 5-22
AWD warning light ....................................... 5-23
Parking/parking on hills ...................................... 5-25
Electric power steering system ............................ 5-26
Brake system .................................................. 5-26
Braking precautions ...................................... 5-26
Parking brake break-in ................................... 5-27
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ...................... 5-27
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system ................. 5-28
Cold weather driving ......................................... 5-30
Freeing a frozen door lock .............................. 5-30
Anti-freeze .................................................. 5-30
Battery ...................................................... 5-30
Draining of coolant water ............................... 5-30
Tire equipment ............................................ 5-30
Special winter equipment ............................... 5-30
Driving on snow or ice .................................. 5-30
Engine block heater (if so equipped) ................. 5-31
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carefully.
. Be sure to check the brakes imme-
diately after driving in mud or water.
See “BRAKE SYSTEM” later in this
section for wet brakes.
. Avoid parking your vehicle on steep
hills. If you get out of the vehicle
and it rolls forward, backward or
sideways, you could be injured.
. Whenever you drive off-road
through sand, mud or water as deep
as the wheel hub, more frequent
maintenance may be required. See
the maintenance information in the
“NISSAN Service and Maintenance
Guide”.
. Spinning the front wheels on slip-
pery surfaces may cause the AWD
warning light to flash and the AWD
system to automatically switch from
the AWD mode to the 2WD mode.
This could reduce traction. Be espe-
cially careful when towing a trailer.
(AWD models)
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INTELLIGENT KEY SYSTEM (if so
equipped)The Intelligent Key system can operate the
ignition switch without taking the key out from
your pocket or purse. The operating environment
and/or conditions may affect the Intelligent Key
system operation.
CAUTION
.Be sure to carry the Intelligent Key
with you when operating the vehi-
cle.
. Never leave the Intelligent Key in-
side the vehicle when you leave the vehicle.
. If the vehicle battery is discharged,
the ignition switch cannot be moved
from the LOCK position. Charge the
battery as soon as possible. See
“JUMP STARTING” in the “6. In case
of emergency” section.IGNITION SWITCH
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Operating rangeThe Intelligent Key functions can only be used
for starting the engine when the Intelligent Key is
within the specified operating range
*1.
When the Intelligent Key battery is almost
discharged or strong radio waves are present
near the operating location, the Intelligent Key
system’s operating range becomes narrower
and may not function properly.
If the Intelligent Key is within the operating
range, it is possible for anyone, even someone
who does not carry the Intelligent Key, to turn
the ignition switch to start the engine. .
The cargo area is not included in the
operating range, but the Intelligent Key may
function.
. If the Intelligent Key is placed on the
instrument panel, inside the glove box or
door pocket, the Intelligent Key may not
function.
. If the Intelligent Key is placed near the door
or window outside the vehicle, the Intelligent
Key may function.
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Without Intelligent Key system
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With Intelligent Key system
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CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANS-
MISSION (CVT)The ignition lock is designed so that the ignition
switch cannot be turned to the LOCK position
until the selector lever is moved to the P (Park)
position.
.When turning the ignition switch to the
LOCK position, make sure that the selector
lever is in the P (Park) position.
. When removing the key from the ignition
switch (if it is inserted) , make sure that the
selector lever is in the P (Park) position.
When the ignition switch cannot be turned to
the LOCK position:
1. Move the selector lever to the P (Park) position.
2. Turn the ignition switch slightly in the ON direction.
3. TurntheignitionswitchtotheLOCK position.
4. Remove the key, if it is inserted in the ignition switch.
If the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK
position, the selector lever cannot be moved
from the P (Park) position. The selector lever can
be moved if the ignition switch is in the ON
position with the foot brake pedal depressed. The OFF position
*1
is between the LOCK and
ACC positions, although it is not marked on the
ignition switch.
KEY POSITIONS
LOCK (0)Except for the Intelligent Key equipped
model:
The key can only be removed from the ignition
switch at this position.
For the Intelligent Key equipped model:
PUSH OFF - The ignition switch is locked at this position.
PUSH ON - The ignition switch will be unlocked while
carrying the Intelligent Key.OFF (1)The power supply is turned off.ACC (2)The electrical accessory power activates without
the engine turned on.ON (3)The ignition system and the electrical accessory
power activate without the engine turned on.
START (4)The engine starter activates and the engine will
start. The ignition switch, when released, will
automatically turn to the ON position.
CAUTION
As soon as the engine has started,
release the ignition switch immediately.
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.Make sure the area around the vehicle is
clear.
. Check fluid levels such as engine oil, cool-
ant, brake fluid, and window washer fluid as
frequently as possible, or at least whenever
you refuel.
. Check that all windows and lights are clean.
. Visually inspect tires for their appearance
and condition. Also check tires for proper
inflation.
. Lock all doors.
. Position seat and adjust head restraints.
. Adjust inside and outside mirrors.
. Fasten seat belts and ask all passengers to
do likewise.
. Check the operation of warning lights when
the ignition key is turned to the ON position.
(See “WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS
AND AUDIBLE REMINDERS” in the “2.
Instruments and controls” section.) 1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Move the selector lever to the P (Park) or N
(Neutral) position. (P is recommended.)
The starter is designed so that it does not
operate unless the selector lever is in either
of the above positions.
3. Crank the engine with your foot off the
accelerator pedal by turning the ignition
switch to START. Release the switch when
the engine starts. If the engine starts, but
fails to run, repeat the above procedure.
. If the engine is very hard to start in
extremely cold weather or when restart-
ing, depress the accelerator pedal a little
(approximately 1/3 to the floor) and hold
it and then crank the engine. Release the
accelerator pedal when the engine
starts.
. If the engine is very hard to start
because it is flooded, depress the
accelerator pedal all the way to the floor
and hold it. Crank the engine for 5 - 6
seconds. After cranking the engine,
release the accelerator pedal. Crank
the engine with your foot off the
accelerator pedal by turning the igni-
tion switch to START. Release the
ignition switch when the engine starts.
If the engine starts, but fails to run, repeat the above procedure.
CAUTION
Do not operate the starter for more
than 15 seconds at a time. If the engine
does not start, turn the ignition switch
off and wait 10 seconds before cranking
again, otherwise the starter could be
damaged.
4. Warm-up
Allow the engine to idle for at least 30
seconds after starting. Do not race the
engine while warming it up. Drive at
moderate speed for a short distance first,
especially in cold weather. In cold weather,
keep the engine running for a minimum of 2 -
3 minutes before shutting it off. Starting and
stopping the engine over a short period of
time may make the vehicle more difficult to
start.
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