2 Instruments and controls
Instrument panel...................................2-2
Meters and gauges ................................2-3
Speedometer and odometer .....................2-4
Tachometer ....................................2-5
Fuel gauge ....................................2-5
Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders .......2-6
Checking bulbs ................................2-7
Warning lights .................................2-7
Indicator lights ................................ 2-12
Audible reminders ............................. 2-14
Security systems ................................. 2-15
Vehicle security system (if so equipped) ..........2-15
NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system .............2-17
Windshield wiper and washer switch ...............2-18
Switch operation .............................. 2-18
Rear window wiper and washer switch
(if so equipped) .................................. 2-19
Rear window and outside mirror (if so equipped)
defroster switch .................................. 2-20
Headlight and turn signal switch ....................2-20
Headlight control switch ........................ 2-20
Daytime running light system (Canada only) ......2-21
Instrument brightness control . ..................2-22Turn signal switch
............................. 2-22
Fog light switch (if so equipped) ................2-22
Hazard warning flasher switch .....................2-23
Horn ............................................ 2-23
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off switch
(if so equipped) .................................. 2-24
Power outlet ..................................... 2-24
Storage ......................................... 2-25
Map pockets .................................. 2-25
Storage trays ................................. 2-25
Sunglasses holder (if so equipped) ..............2-26
Cup holders .................................. 2-27
Glove box .................................... 2-28
Console box (if so equipped) ...................2-28
Covered storage bin ........................... 2-29
Cargo cover (if so equipped)
(Hatchback models only) .......................2-29
Windows ........................................ 2-30
P ower windows
(if so equipped) ................ 2-30
Manual windows (if so equipped) ................2-33
Moonroof (if so equipped) ......................... 2-33
Automatic moonroof ........................... 2-33
Interior light ...................................... 2-35
1. Outside mirror control switch(if so equipped) (P. 3-31)
2. Headlight/fog light (if so equipped)/turn
signal switch (P. 2-20) 3. Steering wheel switch for audio control
and Bluetooth Hands-Free Phone
System (if so equipped) (P. 4-45, 4-48)
4. Driver’s supplemental air bag/horn
(P. 1-41, 2-23)
5. Meters and gauges (P. 2-3) 6. Cruise control main/set switches
(if so equipped) (P. 5-24)
7. Windshield wiper/washer switch
(P. 2-18, 2-19)
8. Audio system (if so equipped) (P. 4-17)
9. Covered storage bin (P. 2-25)/iPod
outlet (if so equipped) (P. 4-39)/USB
interface (if so equipped) (P. 4-43)
10. Center ventilator (P. 4-8)
11. Hazard warning flasher switch (P. 2-23)
12. Passenger’s supplemental air bag
(P. 1-41)
13. Glove box (P. 2-28)
14. Side ventilator (P. 4-8)
15. Navigation system* (if so equipped)
(P. 4-2)
16. Cup holders (P. 2-27)
17. Shift selector (P. 5-13)
18. Defroster switch (P. 2-20)
19. Climate control (P. 4-9)
20. Passenger air bag status light (P. 1-49)
21. Ignition switch (P. 5-7)
22. Tilt steering (P. 3-29)
23. Instrument brightness control (P. 2-22)
24. Hood release lever (P. 3-23)
25. Fuel-filler lid release lever (P. 3-27)
26. Fuse block (P. 8-23)
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INSTRUMENT PANEL
2-2Instruments and controls
To defrost the rear window glass and outside
mirrors (if so equipped) , start the engine and
push the rear window defroster switch on. The
rear window defroster indicator light on the
switch comes on. Push the switch again to turn
the defroster off.
The rear window defroster automatically turns off
after approximately 15 minutes.
CAUTION
When cleaning the inner side of the rear
window, be careful not to scratch or dam-
age the rear window defroster.
HEADLIGHT CONTROL SWITCH
Lighting
1When turning the switch to theposi-
tion, the front parking, tail, license plate and
instrument panel lights come on.
2When turning the switch to theposi-
tion, the headlights come on and all the other
lights remain on.
CAUTION
Use the headlights with the engine run-
ning to avoid discharging the vehicle
battery.
LIC0388
Type A
SIC2745
Type B
SIC3019
REAR WINDOW AND OUTSIDE
MIRROR (if so equipped)
DEFROSTER SWITCH HEADLIGHT AND TURN SIGNAL
SWITCH
2-20Instruments and controls
Air conditioner button (if soequipped)
Start the engine, turn the fan control dial to the
desired position and push the
button to
turn on the air conditioner. The indicator light
comes on when the air conditioner is operating.
To turn off the air conditioner, push the
button again.
The air conditioner cooling function oper-
ates only when the engine is running.
Rear window defroster switch
For more information about the rear window de-
froster switch, see “Rear window and outside
mirror defroster switch” in the “Instruments and
controls” section of this manual.
HEATER OPERATION
Heating
This mode is used to direct heated air to the foot
outlets. Some air also flows from the defrost
outlets.
1. Move the air intake lever to the
posi-
tion for normal heating.
2. Turn the air flow control dial to the
position. 3. Turn the fan control dial to the desired posi-
tion.
4. Turn the temperature control dial to the de- sired position between the middle and the
hot position.
Ventilation
This mode directs outside air to the side and
center ventilators.
1. Move the air intake lever to the
posi-
tion.
2. Turn the air flow control dial to the
position.
3. Turn the fan control dial to the desired posi- tion.
4. Turn the temperature control dial to the de- sired position.
Defrosting or defogging
This mode directs the air to the defrost outlets to
defrost/defog the windows.
1. Move the air intake lever to the
posi-
tion.
2. Turn the air flow control dial to the
position. 3. Turn the fan control dial to the desired posi-
tion.
4. Turn the temperature control dial to the de- sired position between the middle and the
hot position.
● To quickly remove ice or fog from the win-
dows, turn the fan control dial to the maxi-
mum position and the temperature control
dial to the full hot position.
When the
orposition is selected,
the air conditioner automatically turns on (how-
ever, the indicator light will not illuminate) . In this
position, the air conditioner cannot be turned off.
When the air flow control is turned to any position
other than
or, the air conditioner
light will illuminate (the air conditioner will con-
tinue operating) . and can be turned off using the
air conditioner button. This dehumidifies the air,
which helps defog the windshield.
Bi-level heating
This mode directs cooler air from the side and
center vents and warmer air from the floor outlets.
When the temperature control dial is moved to
the full hot or full cool position, the air between
the vents and the floor outlets is the same tem-
perature.
1. Move the air intake lever to
position.
Display screen, heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems4-11
●Make sure the area around the vehicle is
clear.
● Check fluid levels such as engine oil, cool-
ant, brake and clutch fluid, and windshield-
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 and
headrests (if so equipped) .
● Adjust inside and outside mirrors.
● Fasten seat belts and ask all passengers to
do likewise.
● Check the operation of warning lights when
the key is turned to the ON (3) position. See
“Warning/indicator lights and audible re-
minders” in the “Instruments and controls”
section of this manual. 1. Apply the parking brake.
2.
AT or CVT model:
Move the shift selector to P (Park) or N
(Neutral) . P (Park) is recommended.
The shift selector cannot be moved out
of P (Park) and into any of the other
gear positions if the ignition switch is
placed in the OFF position or if the key
is removed from the ignition switch.
The starter is designed not to operate if
the shift selector is in any of the driving
positions.
Manual transmission model:
Move the shift selector to N (Neutral) . De-
press the clutch pedal to the floor while
cranking the engine.
The starter is designed not to operate
unless the clutch pedal is fully de-
pressed.
Intelligent Key system models: Slowly
push and turn the ignition switch. When the
Intelligent Key system warning light
in
the meter illuminates in green, the ignition
switch can be turned.
The Intelligent Key must be carried
when operating the ignition switch. When the Intelligent Key system warning
light (
AT or CVT models) or the Intel-
ligent Key lock warning light (
M/T
models) in the meter blinks in red and the
inside warning buzzer emits a short beep, be
sure that the shift selector is in the P (Park)
position (AT or CVT models) and the ignition
switch is securely returned to the LOCK
position.
The Intelligent Key system warning light
(
AT or CVT models) or the Intelligent
Key lock warning light (
M/T models)
blinking in red, turns off by performing the
following operations:
● Return the ignition switch to the LOCK
position.
● Place the ignition switch in the ACC po-
sition.
When the buzzer beeps 4 times continu-
ously, check for the following:
● The ignition switch is returned to the
LOCK position.
● The mechanical key is not inserted into
the ignition switch.
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE STARTING THE ENGINE
5-12Starting and driving
Child safety rear door lock............3-7
Chimes, audible reminders ...........2-14
Cleaning exterior and interior ...........7-2
Clock ...................4-26, 4-29
Clutch Clutch fluid ..................8-15
C.M.V.S.S. certification label ..........9-11
Cold weather driving ..............5-32
Compact disc (CD) player . . . .4-27, 4-31, 4-36
Console box ...................2-28
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT). . .5-17 Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
fluid ......................8-13
Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT) .............5-17
Control panel buttons ...............4-2
Brightness/contrast button ..........4-8
Enter button ..................4-2
Setting button .................4-5
Controls Audio controls (steering wheel) .......4-45
Heater and air conditioner controls .....4-9
Coolant Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................9-2
Changing engine coolant ...........8-9
Checking engine coolant level ........8-8
Corrosion protection ...............7-5
Cruise control ..................5-24
Cup holders ...................2-27
Curtain side-impact air bag system
(See supplemental side air bag and curtain
side-impact air bag system) ...........1-52 D
Daytime running light system (Canada only) . .2-21
Defroster switch Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch .....................2-20
Dimensions and weights .............9-9
Dimmer switch for instrument panel ......2-22
Display controls (see control panel buttons) . .4-2
Door locks ..................3-4, 3-5
Door open warning light .............2-8
Drive belt .....................8-18
Driving Cold weather driving ............5-32
Driving with automatic transmission . . . .5-13
Driving withContinuously
Variable
Transmission (CVT) .............5-17
Driving with manual transmission ......5-21
Precautions when starting and driving . . . .5-2
E
Economy - fuel ..................5-26
Emission control information label .......9-12
Emission control system warranty .......9-18
Engine Before starting the engine ..........5-12
Block heater .................5-33
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................9-2
Changing engine coolant ...........8-9
Changing engine oil .............8-10
Changing engine oil filter ..........8-12
Checking engine coolant level ........8-8Checking engine oil level
...........8-9
Engine compartment check locations . . . .8-6
Engine cooling system ............8-8
Engine oil ...................8-9
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation . . .9-6
Engine oil pressure warning light .......2-8
Engine oil viscosity ..............9-6
Engine serial number ............9-11
Engine specifications .............9-8
Starting the engine .............5-12
Enter button ....................4-2
Event data recorders ..............9-20
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) .........5-2
Eyeglass case ..................2-26
F
Flashers
(See hazard warning flasher switch) ......2-23
Flat tire .......................6-2
Floor mat positioning aid .............7-5
Fluid Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) .....8-13
Brake fluid ..................8-15
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................9-2
Clutch fluid ..................8-15
Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT)
fluid ......................8-13
Engine coolant .................8-8
Engine oil ...................8-9
F.M.V.S.S. certification label ...........9-11
Fog light switch .................2-22
Front air bag system
(See supplemental restraint system) ......1-48
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Front seats.....................1-2
Fuel Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................9-2
Fuel economy ................5-26
Fuel gauge ...................2-5
Fuel octane rating ...............9-5
Fuel recommendation .............9-4
Fuel-filler door and cap ...........3-27
Fuel-filler door lock opener lever ......3-27
Fuses .......................8-23
Fusible links ...................8-25
G
Gascap .....................3-27
Gauge Fuel gauge ...................2-5
Odometer ...................2-4
Speedometer .................2-4
Tachometer ..................2-5
Trip odometer .................2-4
General maintenance ...............8-2
Glove box .....................2-28
H
Hands-free phone system, Bluetooth .....4-48
Hazard warning flasher switch .........2-23
Headlight and turn signal switch ........2-20
Headlight control switch ............2-20
Headlights ....................8-29
Heater Heater and air conditioner controls .....4-9Heater operation
...............4-11
Hood release ...................3-23
Horn .......................2-23
I
Ignition switch ...................5-7
Immobilizer system .........2-17, 3-2, 5-11
Important vehicle information label .......9-11
In-cabin microfilter ................8-20
Increasing fuel economy .............5-26
Indicator lightsand
audible reminders
(See warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders) .....................2-6
Inside mirror ...................3-30
Instrument brightness control ..........2-22
Instrument panel ...............0-7, 2-2
Instrument panel dimmer switch ........2-22
Intelligent Key system Key operating range .............3-12
Mechanical key ................3-4
Remote keyless entry operation .......3-16
Troubleshooting guide ............3-22
Warning signals ...............3-22
Interior light ....................2-35
Interior trunk lid release .............3-27
iPod Player................4-39, 4-41
ISOFIX child restraints .............1-25
J
Jump starting ...................6-7 K
Keyfob battery replacement ...........8-26
Keyless entry With Intelligent Key system
(See Intelligent Key system) .........3-16
Keys, Except Intelligent Key ............3-2
Keys, For Intelligent Key system .........3-3
L
Labels Air conditioner specification label .....9-12
C.M.V.S.S. certification label ........9-11
Emission control information label .....9-12
Engine serial number ............9-11
F.M.V.S.S. certification label .........9-11
Tire and Loading Information label .....9-12
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate . .9-10
Warning labels (for SRS) ..........1-55
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren)
System ......................1-25
License plate Installing the license plate ..........9-13
Light Air bag warning light .........1-55, 2-11
Brake light (See stop light) .........8-30
Bulb check/instrument panel .........2-7
Bulb replacement ............. .8-30
Charge
warning light .............2-8
Fog light switch ...............2-22
Headlight and turn signal switch ......2-20
Headlight control switch ..........2-20
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