2011 NISSAN QASHQAI brake

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 2. Keep the footbrake pedal depressed and pushthe selector lever button to shift into a driving
gear.
3. Release the handbrake and footbrake, then gradually start the vehicle in motion by pressing
the accelerator pedal.
The automatic transmission or continuously variable
transmission is designed so that the footbrake pedal
MUST be depressed before shifting from P (Park)
to any drive position while the ignition switch is ON.
Shifting
j
A LHD models
jB RHD models
To move the selector lever:
mPush the button while depressing the
brake pedal.
mPush the button to shift.
mShift without depressing the brake
pedal.
Push the button to shift into P (Park) or R (Reverse).
All other positions can be selected without pushing
the button.
P (Park):
Use this position when the vehicle is parked or when
starting the engine. Always make sure that the ve-
hicle is completely stopped before moving the se-
lector lever into the P (Park) position. For maximum
safety, the footbrake pedal must be depressed be-
fore moving the selector lever into the P (Park) posi-
tion. Use this position together with the handbrake.
When parking on a hill, first depress the footbrake
pedal, apply the handbrake and then shift into the P
(Park) position.
R (Reverse):
CAUTION
Shift into this position only after the vehicle has
completely stopped.
Use this position to reverse the vehicle.
When the selector lever is in the R (Reverse) posi-
tion, either the NISSAN Connect monitor (where fit-
ted) or the ultra sonic parking sensor (where fitted)
will be activated. For details, see “Rear-view moni-
tor (where fitted)” in the “4. Display screen, heater and air conditioner, and audio system” section,
“Around view monitor (where fitted)” in the “4. Dis-
play screen, heater and air conditioner, and audio
system” section or “Ultrasonic Parking Sensor
(where fitted)” later in this section.
N (Neutral):
Neither forward nor reverse gear is engaged. The
engine can be started in this position. You may shift
to N and restart a stalled engine while driving the
vehicle.
D (Drive):
Use this position for all normal forward driving.
Gear shift indicator:
The gear shift indicator
jA located in the lower part
of the vehicle information display shows the current
position of the transmission.
It shows the P,R,N,D modes when the transmission
is in auto mode. It shows the gear number when the
transmission is in manual mode.
NSD323Z
NIC1649
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Manual shift mode
When the selector lever is shifted from D (Drive) to
the manual shift gate with the vehicle stopped or
while driving, the transmission enters manual shift
mode. Shift range can be selected manually.
In manual shift mode, the selected gear is displayed
on the position indicator in the combination meter.
Shift ranges up or down one by one as follows:
1st⇔2nd ⇔3rd ⇔4th ⇔5th ⇔6th
When shifting up, move the selector lever to the
+ (up) side. (Shifts to higher range).
When shifting down, move the selector lever to
the – (down) side. (Shifts to lower range).
Moving the selector lever rapidly to the same
side twice will shift the ranges in succession.
Use the 1st position when driving slowly on steep
hills, slow driving through deep snow, sand or
mud, or for maximum engine braking on steep
downhill grades.
Use the 2nd, 3rd or 4th position when driving
steep hills or for engine braking on steep down-
hill grades.
Use the 5th position for driving up or down long
slopes.
Use the 6th position for all normal forward driv-
ing. However, you need to shift down the gears
when accelerating or passing another vehicle.
When cancelling manual shift mode, return the
selector lever to the D (Drive) position. The trans-
mission returns to the normal driving mode.
In manual shift mode, the transmission may
not shift to the selected gear under certain
circumstances. This helps maintain driving
performance and reduces the chance of ve-
hicle damage or loss of control.
If the engine is revving up to a hazardous
speed in manual shift mode, the transmission
may shift up automatically. When the vehicle
speed decreases, the transmission automati-
cally shifts down and shifts to 1st gear before
the vehicle comes to a stop.
Accelerator downshift – In the D (Drive)
position
For rapid passing or driving uphill, fully depress the
accelerator pedal to the floor. This shifts the trans-
mission down into a lower gear, depending on the
vehicle speed.
Shift lock release
If the battery is discharged, the selector lever can-
not be moved from the P (Park) position even with
the brake pedal depressed and the ignition switch in
the ON position.
To move the selector lever, remove the cap
j1
(where fitted) then push the shift lock release button
jA with a suitable toolj2 (as illustrated) and press
the selector lever buttonj3 . It is now possible to
move the selector lever to the N (Neutral) position
j4.
For your safety, make sure the handbrake is applied
and the brake pedal is depressed during the opera-
tion.
If there is any problem moving the lever out of the P
(Park) position, have a NISSAN dealer or qualified
workshop to check the automatic transmission sys-
tem as soon as possible.
NSD347
Cap (where fitted)
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AT models:
When the fail-safe operation occurs, the AT CHECK
indicator light comes on for 2 seconds and the auto-
matic transmission will be locked in the third gear.
Have a NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop check
and repair the transmission.
CVT models:
When the fail-safe operation occurs, the vehicle
speed will be decreased automatically to reduce the
chance of transmission damage. Vehicle speed can
be controlled with the accelerator pedal, but the
engine power may be limited. Have a NISSAN dealer
or qualified workshop check and repair the trans-
mission.
AT or CVT models:
If the vehicle is driven under extreme conditions,
such as excessive wheel spinning and subse-
quent hard braking, the Fail-safe system may be
activated. This will occur even if all electrical cir-
cuits are functioning properly. In this case, turn
the ignition switch “OFF” and wait for 10 sec-
onds. Then turn the key back to the ON position.
The vehicle should return to its normal operating
condition. If it does not return to its normal oper-
ating condition have your NISSAN dealer or quali-
fied workshop check the transmission and have
the transmission repaired by a NISSAN dealer or
qualified workshop, if necessary.WARNING
When the fail safe operation occurs, the vehicle
speed may be lower than other traffic, which
could increase the chance of a collision. Be es-
pecially careful when driving. If necessary, drive
to the side of the road at a safe place and away
from traffic, to allow the transmission to return to
normal operation, or have the transmission re-
paired by a NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop,
if necessary.
DRIVING WITH CONTINUOUSLY
VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (CVT)
(Models without manual shift)
The Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) in
your vehicle is electronically controlled to produce
maximum power and smooth operation.
The recommended operating procedures for this
transmission are shown on the following pages. Fol-
low these procedures for maximum vehicle perfor-
mance and driving enjoyment.
WARNING
Do not downshift abruptly on slippery roads. This
may cause a loss of control.
CAUTION
The cold engine idle speed is high, so use
caution when shifting the transmission into a
forward or reverse position before the engine
has warmed up.
Avoid revving up the engine while the vehicle
is stopped. This could cause unexpected ve-
hicle movement.
Never shift to either the P (Park) or R (Re-
verse) position while the vehicle is moving.
This could cause serious damage to the trans-
mission.
Start the engine in either the P (Park) or N
(Neutral) position. The engine will not start in
any other position. If it does, have your ve-
hicle checked by a NISSAN dealer or qualified
workshop.
Shift into the P (Park) position and apply the
handbrake when at a standstill for longer than
a short waiting period.
Keep the engine at idling speed while shifting
from the N (Neutral) position to any driving
position.
When stopping the vehicle on an uphill grade,
do not hold the vehicle by depressing the ac-
celerator pedal. The footbrake pedal should
be depressed in this situation.
Starting vehicle
1. After starting the engine, fully depress the foot- brake pedal before moving the selector lever out
of the P (Park) position.
2. Keep the footbrake pedal depressed and move the selector lever to a driving position.
3. Release the handbrake, the footbrake pedal, and then gradually start the vehicle in motion.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine The CVT is designed so the footbrake pedal
MUST be depressed before shifting from the P
(Park) position to any driving position while the
ignition switch is in the ON position.
The selector lever cannot be moved out of the P
(Park) position and into any of the other posi-
tions if the ignition switch is placed in the LOCK,
“OFF” or ACC position or if the key is removed.
CAUTION
DEPRESS THE FOOTBRAKE PEDAL - Shifting
the selector lever to D, R or L without de-
pressing the footbrake pedal causes the ve-
hicle to move slowly when the engine is run-
ning. Make sure the footbrake pedal is de-
pressed fully and the vehicle is stopped before
shifting the selector lever.
MAKE SURE OF THE SELECTOR LEVER POSI-
TION - Make sure the selector lever is in the
desired position. D and L are used to move
forward and R to reverse.
WARM UP THE ENGINE - Due to the higher
idle speeds when the engine is cold, extra
caution must be exercised when shifting the
selector lever into the driving position imme-
diately after starting the engine.
mPush the buttonjA while depressing
the footbrake pedal.
mPush the buttonjA.
mJust move the selector lever.
Shifting
WARNING
Apply the handbrake if the selector lever is in
any position while the engine is not running.
Failure to do so could cause the vehicle to
move unexpectedly or roll away and result in
serious personal injury or property damage.
If the selector lever cannot be moved from
the P (Park) position while the engine is run-
ning and the footbrake pedal is depressed,
the stop lights may not work. Malfunctioning
stop lights could cause an accident injuring
yourself and others.
After starting the engine, fully depress the footbrake
pedal, push the selector lever button and move the
selector lever out of the P (Park) position.
If the ignition switch is placed in the “OFF” or ACC
position for any reason while the selector lever is in
any positions other than the P (Park) position, the
ignition switch cannot be placed in the LOCK posi-
tion.
If the ignition switch cannot be placed in the LOCK
position, perform the following steps:
1. Apply the handbrake.
2. Place the ignition switch in the ON position while depressing the footbrake pedal.
3. Move the selector lever to the P (Park) position.
4. Models with Intelligent Key system:NSD397
Left-Hand Drive (LHD) models
NSD398
Right-Hand Drive (RHD) models
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Place the ignition switch in the “OFF” position.
Models without Intelligent Key system:
Place the ignition switch in the LOCK position.
P (Park):
Use this position when the vehicle is parked or when
starting the engine. Make sure that the vehicle is
completely stopped and move the selector lever
into the P (Park) position. Apply the handbrake.
When parking on a hill, first depress the footbrake
pedal, apply the handbrake, and then move the se-
lector lever into the P (Park) position.
R (Reverse):
Use this position to reverse. Make sure that the
vehicle is completely stopped before selecting the R
(Reverse) position.
When the selector lever is in the R (Reverse) posi-
tion, either the NISSAN Connect monitor (where fit-
ted) or the ultra sonic parking sensor (where fitted)
will be activated. For details, see “Rear-view moni-
tor (where fitted)” or “Around view monitor (where
fitted)” earlier in this section or “Ultrasonic Parking
Sensor (where fitted)” later in this section
N (Neutral):
Neither the forward nor reverse gear is engaged.
The engine can be started in this position. You may
shift to the N (Neutral) position and restart a stalled
engine while the vehicle is moving.
D (Drive):
Use this position for all normal forward driving. L (Low):
Use this position when climbing steep hills slowly or
driving slowly through deep snow, sand or mud, or
for maximum engine braking on steep downhill
grades.
SPORT mode switch
To select the SPORT mode, push the SPORT mode
switch with the selector lever in the D (Drive) posi-
tion. The SPORT mode indicator light
in the
meter panel illuminates. To turn off the SPORT
mode, push the SPORT mode switch again. The
SPORT mode indicator light will turn off. When the
selector lever is shifted to any position other than D,
the SPORT mode will be automatically turned off.
OFF position:
For normal driving and fuel economy, use the OFF
position. ON position:
For driving up or down long slopes where engine
braking is necessary, or for powerful acceleration,
use the ON position. The transmission will automati-
cally select a different gear ratio, allowing the en-
gine to provide high output.
When driving conditions change, push the switch to
turn the SPORT mode off.
Remember not to drive at high speeds for extended
periods of time with the SPORT mode in the ON
position. This reduces fuel economy.
Accelerator downshift
- in the D position -
For passing or climbing hills, depress the accelera-
tor pedal to the floor. This shifts the transmission
down into a lower gear, depending on the vehicle
speed.NSD399
Left-Hand Drive (LHD) model
NSD400
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j
1LHD models
j2RHD models
jA Shift lock release button
If the battery charge is low or discharged, the selec-
tor lever may not move from the P (Park) position
even with the brake pedal depressed and the selec-
tor lever button pushed.
To move the selector lever, perform the following
procedure:
1. Models with Intelligent Key system:
Place the ignition switch in the “OFF” or LOCK
position.
Models without Intelligent Key system:
Place the ignition switch in the LOCK position,
and remove the key if it is inserted.
2. Apply the handbrake.
3. Push down the shift lock release button
jA.Use
a suitable tool.
4. Push and hold the selector lever button and move the selector lever to the N (Neutral) position while
holding down the shift lock release button.
Place the ignition switch in the ON position to un-
lock the steering wheel. The vehicle may be moved
to the desired location. For models with Intelligent Key system: If the battery
is discharged completely, the steering wheel cannot
be unlocked. Do not move the vehicle with the steer-
ing wheel locked.
If the selector lever cannot be moved out of the P
(Park) position, have a NISSAN dealer or qualified
workshop check the CVT system as soon as pos-
sible.
WARNING
If the selector lever cannot be moved from the P
(Park) position while the engine is running and
the brake pedal is depressed, the stop lights may
not work. Malfunctioning stop lights could cause
an accident injuring yourself and others.
High fluid temperature protection mode
This transmission has a high fluid temperature pro-
tection mode. If the fluid temperature becomes too
high (for example, when climbing steep grades in
high temperature with heavy loads, such as when
towing a trailer), engine power and, under some
conditions, vehicle speed will be decreased auto-
matically to reduce the chance of transmission dam-
age. Vehicle speed can be controlled with the ac-
celerator pedal, but engine and vehicle speed may
be limited.
Fail-safe
When the fail-safe operation occurs, the CVT will
not be shifted to the selected driving position.
If the vehicle is driven under extreme conditions,
such as excessive wheel spinning and subse- quent hard braking, the fail-safe system may be
activated. This will occur even if all electrical cir-
cuits are functioning properly. In this case, place
the ignition switch in the “OFF” position and wait
for 10 seconds. Then turn the ignition switch back
to the ON position. The vehicle should return to
its normal operating condition. If it does not re-
turn to its normal operating condition, have a
NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop check the
transmission and repair it if necessary.
WARNING
When the fail-safe operation occurs, vehicle
speed may be gradually reduced. The reduced
speed may be lower than other traffic, which
could increase the chance of a collision. Be es-
pecially careful when driving. If necessary, pull to
the side of the road at a safe place and allow the
transmission to return to normal operation, or
have it repaired if necessary.
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The Stop/Start System is designed to prevent un-
necessary fuel consumption, exhaust emissions,
and noise during a journey:
When the vehicle comes to rest the engine is
automatically stopped*.
The engine is then automatically restarted before
you are ready to drive away**.
CAUTION
At the end of the journey the engine must be
stopped and ignition turned OFF. Lock the ve-
hicle as normal. Turning the ignition OFF will shut
down all electrical systems. Failure to do this may
result in a flat battery.
NORMAL OPERATION
The Stop/Start System has stopped the engine and
will automatically restart the engine. The Stop/Start
symbol
j1 is shown in the vehicle information dis-
play.
*The Stop/Start System will
automatically stop the engine when all
the following conditions are valid:
– The gearshift lever is in Neutral position.
– The clutch pedal is fully released.
– The vehicle speed is below about 2 km/h (1 MPH).
– The driver’s seat belt is buckled.
– The driver’s door is closed.
NOTE
The following conditions must also be satisfied
before the engine is automatically stopped. If the
engine does not stop this does not indicate a
fault with the system:
– The outside air temperature is above about 5ºC.
– The engine coolant temperature is at normal operating levels.
– The vehicle has driven some distance since engine start.
– The battery voltage and temperature are within normal levels.
– The vehicle bonnet is closed.
– The steering wheel is not being turned.
– The front and/or rear screen defoggers are turned OFF.
**When the Stop/Start System symbol
(1) is displayed the engine starts running
automatically under at least one of the
following conditions:
– The clutch pedal is depressed.
– The brake pedal is repeatedly pressed (to main-tain vehicle braking performance).
– The battery voltage becomes low (due to electri- cal load from other vehicle systems like head-
lights, heaters, etc., or auxiliary devices con-
nected to the 12 volt socket inside the vehicle).
– The front and/or rear screen defogger is turned on.
– The vehicle speed is above about 2 km/h (1 MPH).
NOTE
The following conditions will prevent the Stop/
Start System automatically restarting the engine.
Starting the engine by turning the ignition switch
is then necessary:
– The driver’s seat belt is unbuckled, or driver’s door is open.
– The bonnet is open.
The Stop/Start System is always engaged at the
start of a journey (once the engine has been started).
The engine is automatically stopped and restarted
during the journey if conditions are suitable
NIC1640
STOP/START SYSTEM
(where fitted)
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine – Blinks slowly (about once every 2 seconds)Change the driving mode to 2WD and reduce
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.
4WD MODE INDICATOR LIGHTS
4WD mode indicator light ( LOCK):
This light comes on when the ignition switch is
turned to the ON position, and turns off within 1
second. When selecting LOCK mode while the
engine is running, this light will illuminate simul-
taneously along with the 4WD mode indicator
light (AUTO).
4WD mode indicator light ( AUTO):
This light comes on when the ignition switch is
turned to the ON position, and turns off within 1
second. If the engine is running, this light will illu-
minate when selecting AUTO mode.
The 4WD mode indicator light is located in the
tachometer.
The light should turn off within 1 second of the
ignition switch being turned to the ON position.
While the engine is running, the 4WD mode indi-
cator light will display the position selected by
the 4WD mode control. NOTE
The 4WD mode indicator light may blink while
shifting from one drive mode to another. Once
shifting is completed, the 4WD mode indicator
light will come on. If the indicator light does not
come on immediately, make sure that the area
around the vehicle is safe and free from ob-
stacles. Drive the vehicle straight (DO NOT ac-
celerate, decelerate or reverse), then turn the
4WD mode control.
If the 4WD warning lights comes on, the 4WD indi-
cator light(s) will go out.
DRIVING FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD)
SAFELY
Your NISSAN is designed for both normal and off-
road use. However, avoid driving in deep water or
mud as your NISSAN is mainly designed for leisure
use, unlike a conventional off-road vehicle.
Remember that Two-Wheel drive (2WD) models are
less capable than Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) models
for rough road driving and extrication when stuck,
for example, in deep snow or mud.
Please observe the following precautions:
Drive carefully when off-road and avoid danger-
ous areas. Always wear seat belts to help keep
you and your passengers in position when driv-
ing over rough terrain.
Do not drive across steep slopes. Instead drive
either straight up or straight down the slope. Off- road vehicles can tip over sideways much more
easily than they can forwards or backwards.
Many hills are too steep for any vehicle. If you
drive up them, you may stall. If you drive down
them, you may not be able to control your speed.
If you drive across them, you may roll over.
Do not shift gears when driving on downhill
grades as this could cause loss of control of the
vehicle.
Stay alert when driving to the top of a hill. At the
top there could be a drop-off or other hazard that
could cause an accident.
If the engine of the vehicle stalls or you cannot
make it to the top of a steep grade, never at-
tempt to turn around. Your vehicle could tip or
roll over. Always drive backwards and straight
down in R (Reverse) gear.
Never drive backwards under the following con-
ditions as this could result in loss of control:
– with the gear lever in N (Neutral) and/or with
the clutch depressed and using the brake
(MT models).
– with the selector lever in N (Neutral) and us- ing only the brake (AT or CVT models).
Heavy braking down a hill could cause your
brakes to overheat and fade, resulting in loss of
control and an accident. Apply the brakes lightly
and use a low gear to control your vehicle speed.
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