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Press the INFO button on the control panel, then
touch the “Energy Flow” key on the screen.This is an example of the Energy Flow display.
The Energy Flow display varies, depending on
the condition of the vehicle. The graphic does not
reflect the actual motion of the vehicle.
The Energy Flow will display:
● When the vehicle is powered only by the
traction motor.
● When the vehicle is powered by both the
traction motor and the gasoline engine.
● When the vehicle is powered only by the
gasoline engine. ●
When the vehicle is regenerating and charg-
ing the high voltage battery.
● When there is no energy flow in the vehicle.
FUEL ECONOMY HISTORY (vehicles
equipped with navigation)
The Fuel Economy History screen appears in the
display with the navigation system when the
screen is in the Fuel Economy History mode.
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Press the INFO button on the control panel, and
then touch the “Fuel Economy History” key on the
screen.The Fuel Economy History can be displayed on
the navigation system monitor. The screen must
be set to the Energy Flow mode or the Fuel
Economy History mode. This displays the vehi-
cle’s average fuel consumption and regenerative
electric power at 5 minute intervals.
The displayed values on the screen indicate gen-
eral driving conditions. Accuracy varies with driv-
ing habits and road conditions. 1. Regenerated energy in the past 30 minutes:
The regenerated energy in the past 30 min-
utes is indicated with symbols. One symbol
indicates 50 watt hours. The energy of 50
watt hours illuminates a 50 watt bulb for an
hour.
2. Fuel consumption in the past 30 minutes: Fuel consumption in the past 30 minutes is
displayed.
3. Current fuel consumption (Latest column): The current fuel consumption is calculated
and displayed based on distance and fuel
consumption.
NOTE:
Information shown in the yellow column
means current (within 5 minutes) and infor-
mation shown in the blue columns means
past (more than 5 minutes) .
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1. Power windows (P. 2-41)
2. Windshield (P. 8-18)
3. Windshield wiper and washer switch(P. 2-29)
4. Engine hood (P. 3-18)
5. Tie down (P. 6-13)
6. Headlight and turn signal switch
(P. 2-30)
7. Replacing bulbs (P. 8-25)
8. Tire pressure (P. 8-32)
9. Flat tire (P. 6-2)
10. Tire chains (P. 8-39)
11. Mirrors (P. 3-24)
12. Door locks, NISSAN Intelligent Key ™ ,
keys (P. 3-4, 3-2, 3-2)
See the page number indicated in paren-
theses for operating details.
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EXTERIOR FRONT
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1. Vents (P. 4-18)
2. Headlight/turn signal switch (P. 2-30)
3. Steering wheel switch for audio control(if so equipped)/Bluetooth Hands-free
Phone System (if so
equipped)(P. 4-81, 4-85) 4. Meters and gauges (P. 2-3)
5. Driver supplemental air bag/horn
(P. 1-35, 2-34)
6. Cruise control main/set switch
(P. 5-15) 7. Windshield wiper/washer switch
(P. 2-29)
8. Ignition switch (P. 5-7)
9. Hazard warning flasher switch (P. 2-34)
10. Front passenger air bag status light
(P. 2-15)
11. Front passenger supplemental air bag
(P. 1-35)
12. Glove box (P. 2-39)
13. Navigation system* (if so equipped)
(P. 4-2)
14. Heater and air conditioner (P. 4-19)
15. Shift selector (P. 5-11)
16. Covered storage box (P. 2-40)
17. Audio system controls (P. 4-22)
18. Tilt/telescopic steering wheel
controls (P. 3-22)
19. Vehicle information display controls
(P. 2-18)
20. Hood release (P. 3-18)
21. NISSAN Intelligent Key™ port (P. 3-2) Trunk opener (P. 3-18)*: Refer to the separate Navigation System Own-
er’s Manual (if so equipped) .
See the page number indicated in paren-
theses for operating details.
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INSTRUMENT PANEL
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1. Vents (P. 4-18)
2. Headlight/turn signal switch (P. 2-30)
3. Steering wheel switch for audio control(if so equipped)/Bluetooth Hands-free
Phone System (if so
equipped)(P. 4-81, 4-85) 4. Meters and gauges (P. 2-3)
5. Driver supplemental air bag/horn
(P. 1-35, 2-34)
6. Cruise control main/set switch
(P. 5-15) 7. Windshield wiper/washer switch
(P. 2-29)
8. Ignition switch (P. 5-7)
9. Hazard warning flasher switch (P. 2-34)
10. Front passenger air bag status light
(P. 2-15)
11. Front passenger supplemental air bag
(P. 1-35)
12. Glove box (P. 2-39)
13. Navigation system* (if so equipped)
(P. 4-2)
14. Heater and air conditioner (P. 4-19)
15. Shift selector (P. 5-11)
16. Covered storage box (P. 2-40)
17. Audio system controls (P. 4-22)
18. Tilt/telescopic steering wheel
controls (P. 3-22)
19. Vehicle information display controls
(P. 2-18)
20. Hood release (P. 3-18)
21. NISSAN Intelligent Key™ port (P. 3-2) Trunk opener (P. 3-18)*: Refer to the separate Navigation System Own-
er’s Manual (if so equipped) .
See the page number indicated in paren-
theses for operating details.
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INSTRUMENT PANEL
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CAUTION
Continued vehicle operation without hav-
ing the emission control system checked
and repaired as necessary could lead to
poor driveability, reduced fuel economy,
and possible damage to the emission con-
trol system.
Ready operation indicator light(green)
The ready indicator light illuminates when the
Hybrid System is powered and the vehicle may
be driven.
Security indicator light
This light blinks when the ignition switch is
placed in the OFF, LOCK or ACC position.
The blinking security indicator light indicates that
the security systems equipped on the vehicle are
operational.
For additional information, see “Security sys-
tems” later in this section.
Slip indicator light
This indicator light will blink when the traction
control system, Vehicle Dynamic Control System or Anti-lock Braking System is limiting wheel
spin. Slippery road conditions may exist if the slip
indicator blinks on. If this happens, adjust your
driving accordingly.
The slip indicator light also comes on when the
ignition switch is placed in the ON position and
the Hybrid System is in the READY mode. The
light will turn off after about 2 seconds if the
system is operational. If the light does not come
on or does not go off, have the system checked
by a NISSAN dealer.
Turn signal/hazard indicator
lights
The appropriate light flashes when the turn signal
switch is activated.
Both lights flash when the hazard switch is turned
on.
AUDIBLE REMINDERS
Brake pad wear warning
The disc brake pads have audible wear warnings.
When a disc brake pad requires replacement, it
makes a high pitched scraping sound when the
vehicle is in motion, whether or not the brake
pedal is depressed. Have the brakes checked as
soon as possible if the warning sound is heard.
Key reminder chime
A chime sounds if the driver’s door is opened
while the ignition switch is placed in the ACC or
OFF position or placed in the OFF or LOCK
position with the Intelligent Key left in the Intelli-
gent Key port. Make sure the ignition switch is
placed in the LOCK position, and take the Intel-
ligent Key with you when leaving the vehicle.
Light reminder chime
With the ignition switch placed in the OFF posi-
tion, a chime sounds when the driver’s door is
opened if the headlights or parking lights are on.
Turn the headlight control switch off before leav-
ing the vehicle.
NISSAN Intelligent Key™ door buzzer
The Intelligent Key door buzzer sounds if the
Intelligent Key is left inside the vehicle when
locking the doors. When the buzzer sounds, be
sure to check both the vehicle and the Intelligent
Key. See “NISSAN Intelligent Key™” in the “Pre-
driving checks and adjustments” section.
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The vehicle information display1is located on
the bottom of the speedometer. It displays such
items as:
● cruise control system information
● Intelligent Key operation information
● some indicators and warnings
● other information
For details about the Intelligent Key, see
“NISSAN Intelligent Key™” in the “Pre-driving
checks and adjustments” section.HOW TO USE THE VEHICLE
INFORMATION DISPLAY
Press thebutton, located on the instru-
ment panel just behind the steering wheel, to
display the following modes:
MPG →MPG/MPH →Time/Miles →Range →
Exterior Temperature →Setting →Warning Fuel economy mode
The fuel economy mode can be selected to dis-
play the instant fuel economy since the last reset.
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Display mode
The LANGUAGE/UNIT screen will appear when
selecting the “Language/Unit” key and
pressing
.
Language: English or French
Unit: US — mile, °F, MPG Metric — km, °C, L/100 km
You can select the language and unit using
the
button and pressing.
The settings are automatically saved when you
exit the menu by pressing the BACK button or
any other mode button. Warning mode
The warning mode can be selected to view any
warnings that may be present. Once the screen is
selected you have the option of skipping the
warning or viewing it in detail.
Warnings can be present for issues such as an
open door or low fuel. For more information about
potential warnings see “Vehicle information dis-
play warnings and indicators” later in this section.
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