2012 NISSAN NOTE Steering wheel controls

•The air bag warning light remains on after ap-
proximately 7 seconds.
•The air bag warning light flashes intermittently.
•The air bag warning light does not come on at
all.
Unless checked and repaired, the Supplemental Re-
straint System (SRS) and/or pre-tensioner seat belt
may not function properly. It must be checked and
repaired.
When selling your vehicle, we request that you in-
form the buyer about the pre-tensioner seat belt sys-
tem and guide the buyer to the appropriate sections
in this Owner’s Manual.This Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) section
contains important information concerning the driver
and front passenger air bags, side air bags, curtain
air bags and pre-tensioner seat belt system.
Front air bag system:this system can help cushion
the impact force to the face and chest of the driver
and front passenger in certain frontal collisions.
NOTE
It is possible to disable the front passenger air
bag. See “Front passenger air bag indicator light”
later in this section for further details.
Side air bag system:this system can help cushion
the impact force to the chest area of the driver and
front passenger in certain side impact collisions.
The side air bag is designed to inflate on the side
where the vehicle is impacted.
Curtain air bag system (where fitted):this system
can help cushion the impact force to the head of
occupants in the front and rear outer seating posi-
tion. Curtain air bags are designed to inflate on the
side where the vehicle is impacted.
SRS is designed tosupplementthe crash protec-
tion provided by the driver and front passenger seat
belts and isnot designed to substitutethem. Seat
belts should always be correctly worn and the driver
and front passenger seated a suitable distance away
from the steering wheel, instrument panel and front
door finishers. For additional information, see “Seat
belts” earlier in this section.
After turning the ignition switch to the ON or
START position, the air bag warning light illumi-nates. The air bag warning light will turn off after
approximately 7 seconds if the system is opera-
tional. See “Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders” in the “2. Instruments and controls”
sectionfor further details.
The air bag will operate only when the ignition
switch is in the ON or START position.
WARNING
Driver and front passenger air bags.
•The air bags ordinarily will not inflate in the
event of a side impact, rear impact, roll over,
or lower severity frontal collision. Always wear
your seat belts to help reduce the risk or se-
verity of injury in various kinds of accidents.
•The seat belts and the air bags are most ef-
fective when you are sitting back and upright
in the seat. Air bags inflate with great force. If
you are unrestrained, leaning forward, sitting
sideways or out of position in any way, you
are at greater risk of injury or death in a crash
and may also receive serious or fatal injuries
from the air bag if you are up against it when
it inflates.
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT
SYSTEM (air bag system)
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COMBINATION METER DISPLAY
(LCD)
1.The TRIP button/Steering wheelswitch*
toggles between:
Twin trip odometer setting
TRIP computer setting
2.Clock setting/Oil change schedule setting*
switchA.Clock display
B.Cruise control/Speed limiter display
For further information see “Speed limiter” in
the “5. Starting and driving” section and
“Cruise control system” in the “5. Starting and
driving” section.
C.Outside temperature display
D.Odometer/distance to oil change information*
E.Twin trip odometer/Trip computer mode*
F.Oil level status (HR16DE or K9K engine
equipped models only)
*where fitted
NOTE
The LCD display information comes on only when
the ignition switch is turned to the ON position.
ODOMETER/TWIN TRIP ODOMETER
Odometer
jD
The odometer records the total distance the vehicle
has been drivenjD.
Twin trip odometerjE
The twin trip odometer records the distance of indi-
vidual trips.
The odometer/twin trip odometer is displayed in
jE
when the ignition switch is in the ON position.Changing the display:
Press the TRIP button/Steering wheel
switch
to change the display as follows:
TripA⇒TripB⇒Trip Computer modes (where fit-
ted)
Resetting the trip odometer:
In the Trip A or Trip B mode, press the TRIP button/
Steering wheel
switch for more than 1 second
to reset the trip odometer to zero.
TRIP COMPUTER (where fitted)
When the ignition switch is turned to the ON posi-
tion, modes of the trip computer can be selected by
pressing the TRIP button/Steering wheel
switch.
The following modes can be selected:
•Distance to empty
•Average fuel consumption
•Average speed
•Journey time
Distance to emptym(km or mls)
The distance to empty provides an estimation of the
distance that can be driven before refuelling. The
range is constantly being calculated, based on the
amount of fuel in the fuel tank and the actual fuel
consumption.
The distance to empty includes a low range warning
feature: when the fuel level is low, the distance to
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empty is automatically selected and the digits blink
in order to draw the driver’s attention. Press the
TRIP button/Steering wheel
switch if you wish
to return to the mode that was selected before the
warning occurred.
When the fuel level drops even lower, the distance
to empty will display
along within a
flashing mode.
Average fuel consumption (l/100 km or
mpg)
The average fuel consumption mode shows the av-
erage fuel consumption since the last reset. The dis-
played average fuel consumption can be reset by
pressing the TRIP button/Steering wheel
switch for more than 1 second.
Average speed (km/h or MPH)
The average speed mode shows the average ve-
hicle speed since the last reset. The displayed aver-
age speed can be reset by pressing the TRIP but-
ton/Steering wheel
switch for more than 1
second.
Journey timem
The journey time mode shows the time since the last
reset in minutes and seconds. The displayed time
can be reset by pressing the TRIP button/Steering
wheel
switch for more than 1 second.
Trip computer reset
Pushing the TRIP button/Steering wheelswitch for more than 3 seconds will reset all modes
except Trip A and distance to empty.
OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE DISPLAY
The outside temperature function provides a displayjC of the outside temperature (ºC) when the ignition
switch is in the ON position.
The display of positive temperatures is unsigned
(blank), negative temperatures are prefixed with a
minus sign.
Low temperature warning
Above 4°C the display remains steady.
The display will flash to indicate a low outside air
temperature, and the possibility of icy or slippery
road conditions:
•When the outside temperature drops between
–3°C and 3°C.
•When starting the vehicle below –3°C.
The temperature display will not flash:
•After approximately 20 seconds, when starting
the vehicle and the outside temperature is below
–3°C.
•When the outside temperature rises from below
–3°C into the range between –3°C and 3°C.
•While driving, when the outside temperature
drops below –3°C.CAUTION
Even if the display is not flashing, there is no
guarantee that the road is free of hazards caused
by inclement weather.
NOTE
The outside air temperature sensor is located at
the front of the vehicle. At low speeds the sensor
can be affected by engine heat, heat reflected
from the road surface and exhaust from other
vehicles, these influences can cause the display
to be inaccurate. To compensate, the outside air
temperature display is designed to react slowly
to increasing temperatures, but quickly to falling
temperatures.
ENGINE OIL LEVEL INFORMATION
(where fitted)
When the ignition is turned to the ON position, dis-
tance to oil change informationand oil level sta-
tus are displayed on the LCD displayjE in the fol-
lowing order:
– Distance to oil change (with a wrench symbol
)
– Oil level status (“Oil Good” or “Oil Lo”)
Only for models with HR16DE or K9K engine.
For details, see “HR16DE or K9K engine oil level
status” later in this section.
After the oil level status (where fitted), the LCD dis-
play switches to the last twin trip odometer/trip com-
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puter (where fitted) mode that was displayed before
the ignition switch was turned to the Acc, “OFF” or
LOCK position.
HR16DE or K9K engine oil level status
The Oil level status provides specific information
regarding the engine oil level.
If the oil level is sufficient, “Oil Good” is displayed
for approximately 10 seconds. If the oil level is low,
“Oil Lo” blinks for approximately 30 seconds in or-
der to draw your attention on necessary action.
G.Oil level 5 (Max)
H.Oil level 1 (Min)
A short press on the TRIP button/Steering wheel
switch during the “Oil Good” or “Oil Lo” mode
displays an approximate oil level indication between
jG /Max orjH /Min.
In the case of a low engine oil level, see “Engine oil”
in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section
for the proper engine oil refilling procedure.
Oil change schedule set-up
It is possible to adjust the interval distance to oil
change by pressing the Clock setting/Oil change
schedule setting switch
j2 for 3 seconds while the
wrench symboland the distance to oil change
are displayed. The symbol and distance display will
start flashing and the display shows the current in-
terval. Press the switch
j2 again to increase the
interval distance. Each step increases the interval
distance by 1,000 km (500 miles). The interval dis-
tance can be set up to 63,000 km (31,500 miles)
after which the display returns to zero.
If no further action is made, the display returns to oil
level status mode and the new interval is set.
If the interval distance is set to 0, the display will
skip the distance to oil change information and
wrench symbol display mode and will directly dis-
play the oil level status (“Oil Good” or “Oil Lo” –
HR16DE or K9K engine equipped models only). In
order to return to the distance to oil change informa-
tion and wrench symbol display mode, press the
Clock setting/Oil change schedule setting switch
j2 for approximately 3 seconds after the ignition
switch has been turned to the ON position, and
adjust the distance to oil change schedule as previ-
ously described.
See the Warranty Information & Maintenance Book-
let for the appropriate interval distance to oil change.CAUTION
•The oil level should be checked regularly. Op-
erating with an insufficient oil level can dam-
age the engine and such damage is not cov-
ered by the warranty.
•NISSAN recommends checking the oil level
every 5,000 km (3,000 miles).
DIGITAL CLOCKjA
The clock function at the top of the LCD displayj2
provides a clock display when the ignition switch is
in the ON position.
12/24 hour setting
Briefly pressing the Clock setting/Oil change sched-
ule setting* switchj2 will toggle between the 12
and 24 hour modes. Note that when the clock dis-
plays 0:01 in the 24 hour mode and is changed to
the 12 hour mode, the display will show 12.01 AM.
Hour setting
Pressing the Clock setting/Oil change schedule set-
ting switchj2 for 3 seconds or more will initialise
the clock adjustment procedure.
The hour setting mode is indicated by the hour dig-
it(s), the colon and AM or PM (in the 12 hour mode)
flashing at a certain frequency. Each activation of
the switch
j2 changes the time by 1 hour.
The display will show AM or PM in the 12 hour
mode and will change at midday and midnight. If the
j2 switch is not pressed for 5 seconds or more, the
clock changes to minutes setting mode.
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If the warning light remains illuminated after the en-
gine has been started, there will be no power steer-
ing assistance: the vehicle may be driven using the
mechanical steering system although it is not rec-
ommended as the effort to turn the steering wheel
will be significantly increased compared to normal
operation.
WARNING
•If the EPAS warning light illuminates while
driving, stop as soon as safely possible.
•In certain circumstances, factors external to
the EPAS system may contribute to the illumi-
nation of the warning light. If the warning light
illuminates, stop the vehicle as soon as safely
possible if driving, turn the ignition switch to
the “OFF” position for approximately 20 sec-
onds, then turn the ignition switch to the ON
position again. If the light remains illuminated,
we recommend you to contact a NISSAN
dealer or qualified workshop.
See “Power steering system” in the “5. Starting and
driving” section for further details on the EPAS sys-
tem.
Ignition knob warning light
(Intelligent Key system only)
When the ignition knob is turned to the ON position,
the ignition knob warning light illuminates for a few
seconds and then goes off. This means the system
is operational.The ignition knob warning light warns the driver of
the ignition knob position.
MT models:
The warning light blinks and the buzzer sounds twice
when the ignition knob is turned to the “OFF” posi-
tion. Depress the ignition PUSH release button, then
turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position.
AT models:
The warning light blinks and the buzzer sounds twice
when the ignition knob is turned to the “OFF” posi-
tion. Make sure the selector lever is in the P (Park)
position, then turn the ignition switch to the LOCK
position.
See “Ignition knob (where fitted)” in the “5. Starting
and driving” section for further details.
CAUTION
•The steering wheel can only be locked when
the ignition knob is in the LOCK position. Make
sure the ignition knob is in the LOCK position
before leaving the vehicle.
•The emergency key can only be removed at
the LOCK position. Make sure the ignition
knob is in the LOCK position before removing
the emergency key.
•If the ignition knob warning light comes on
while driving, contact a NISSAN dealer or
qualified workshop for repair.
NATS security indicator light
This light blinks whenever the ignition switch is in
the LOCK or Acc position. This function indicates
that your vehicle is equipped with NISSAN Anti-
Theft System (NATS)*.
If NISSAN Anti-Theft System (NATS)* is malfunc-
tioning, this light will remain on while the ignition
switch is in the ON position.
For additional information, see “NISSAN Anti-Theft
System (NATS)” later in this section.
* Immobilizer
Seat belt warning light and
chime
The light reminds the driver to fasten his/her seat
belt. The light comes on whenever the ignition switch
is turned to the ON position. It goes out whenever
the front seat belt is securely fastened. The chime
will sound unless the front seat belt is securely fas-
tened when the vehicle speed exceeds 25 km/h (15
MPH). The chime will stop after approximately 90
seconds.
NOTE
The front passenger seat belt warning light
comes on the centre console. See “Seat belt
warning lights” in the “1. Safety — seats, seat
belts and supplemental restraint system” section.
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Intelligent Key indicator light and
Intelligent Key warning light
(Intelligent Key system only)
Intelligent Key indicator light (green):
The Intelligent Key indicator light comes on when
the ignition knob is pushed in the LOCK position
while the brake pedal is depressed and the Intelli-
gent Key is in the vehicle. The Intelligent Key indica-
tor light goes out when the ignition switch is turned
to the Acc position.
NOTE
•The Intelligent Key indicator light may start
flashing when the ignition knob is turned from
the “OFF” position to the ON position if the
control unit detects a low battery voltage.
•The Intelligent Key indicator light comes on
as confirmation flash for anti-hijack mode set-
ting procedure. See “Integrated keyfob/re-
mote control system” in the “3. Pre-driving
checks and adjustments” section.
Intelligent Key warning light (red):
When the ignition knob is turned to the ON position,
the Intelligent Key warning light illuminates for a few
seconds and then goes off. This means the system
is operational.
NOTE
•If the Intelligent Key is taken outside of the
vehicle ID recognition zone through an
opened door (driver’s side door, passenger’s
side door, back door) while the ignition knobis in the Acc or ON position, the Intelligent
Key warning light starts flashing and the
buzzer sounds, warning the driver of the situ-
ation. The Intelligent Key warning light will
stop flashing as soon as the Intelligent Key is
placed again in the passenger’s compart-
ment.
•The Intelligent Key warning light comes on as
confirmation flash for convenience mode set-
ting procedure. See “Integrated keyfob/re-
mote control system” in the “3. Pre-driving
checks and adjustments” section.
WARNING
If the Intelligent Key warning light comes on
steady, it may indicate a system malfunction, we
recommend you to contact a NISSAN dealer or
qualified workshop for repair.
See “Ignition knob (where fitted)” in the “5. Starting
and driving” section for further details.
Anti-lock Braking System
warning light
After turning the ignition key to the ON position, the
light will illuminate. The Anti-lock Braking System
warning light will turn off after approximately 1 sec-
ond if the system is operational.
If the light comes on while the engine is running, it
may indicate something is wrong with the anti-lock
portion of the braking system. Have the system
checked by a NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop.Anti-lock Braking System:
The Anti-lock Braking System controls the wheels
so that they will not lock when braking abruptly or
when braking on a slippery road. This will prevent
difficult steering operation and swerving due to
locked wheels.
If an abnormality occurs in the system, the anti-lock
function will cease but the ordinary brakes will con-
tinue to operate normally.
CAUTION
If the light comes on while you are driving, con-
tact a NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop for
repair.
INDICATOR LIGHTS
Electronic Stability Programme
(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 the Electronic Stability Pro-
gramme is not operating.
Push the Electronic Stability Programme OFF
switch again or restart the engine and the system
will operate normally. See “Electronic Stability Pro-
gramme (ESP) system (where fitted)” in the
“5. Starting and driving” section.
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A.Type A
B.Type B
REAR FOG LIGHT SWITCH
The rear fog light should be used only when visibility
is seriously reduced – generally, to less than 100 m
(328 ft).Turn the headlight switch to the
orposi-
tion.
TypejA
Turn the switch to thepositionj1 . The rear fog
light and the rear fog indicator light will come on.
For additional information, see “Warning/indicator
lights and audible reminders” earlier in this section.
Note that the fog light switch will return to the
position after you have activated theposition.
To turn the rear fog light off, switch to the
posi-
tionj1 again. The rear fog light indicator light will
switch OFF.
TypejB (where fitted)
Turn the switch to thepositionj2 . The rear
fog light will come on with the front fog lights (both
fog light indicators will come on). Note that the fog
light switch will return to the
positionj1 after
you have activated theposition.
To turn the rear fog light off, switch to the
positionj2 again. The rear fog light indicator will
switch off. For additional information, see “Warn-
ing/indicator lights and audible reminders” earlier in
this section.
When the headlight switch is turned to the OFF
position, the rear fog light switches off.
HEADLIGHT AIMING CONTROL
SWITCH
Note that the above illustration is for LHD models.
Depending on the number of occupants in the ve-
hicle and the load it is carrying, the headlight axis
may be higher than desired. If the vehicle is travel-
ling on a hilly road, the headlights may directly hit the
rear-view mirror of the vehicle ahead or the wind-
screen of an oncoming vehicle. The light axis can be
lowered using the switch located on the driver’s
side of the instrument panel, next to the steering
wheel.
The higher the number designated on the switch,
the lower the axis.
When travelling with no heavy load on a flat road,
select position 0.
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Push the switch on to warn other drivers when you
must stop or park under emergency conditions. All
direction indicator lights will flash.
The flasher can be actuated with the ignition switch
either in the “OFF” or ON position.To sound the horn, push the centre pad areaj1of
the steering wheel.The front seats are warmed by built-in heaters.
The switches are located on the centre console and
can be operated independently from each other (
jA
for the left-hand side seat,jB for the right-hand side
seat).
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
NOTE
The seat heater can only be activated when
the ignition switch is in the ON position.
2. Start the engine.
3. Push the
(Low/j1)or(High/j2)po-
sition of the switch, as desired, depending on the
temperature. The indicator light
j3 in the switch
will illuminate.
4. The seat heater is controlled by a thermostat,
automatically turning the heater on and off. The
indicator light
j2 will remain on as long as the
switch is on.
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HAZARD WARNING FLASHER
SWITCHHORN SEAT HEATING (where fitted)
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