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Locking doors, rear hatch/trunk lid and
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Locking doors, rear hatch/trunk lid and
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Locking doors, rear hatch/trunk lid and
fuel-filler door
GUID-1A0BB4A4-D39A-4BCF-94EF-7E5B8B87976E1. Push the ignition switch to the OFF positionand make sure you carry the Intelligent Key
with you.*
2. Close all the doors and the rear hatch/trunk lid.
3. Push the LOCK
button*1on the
Intelligent Key.
4. All the doors, the rear hatch/trunk lid and fuel-filler door will lock.
5. The hazard indicator flashes twice and the horn chirps once.
*: Doors and the rear hatch/trunk lid will lock with the Intelligent Key while the ignition switch is in
the ACC or ON position.
Unlocking doors, rear hatch/trunk lid and
fuel-filler door
GUID-707A2B82-E60E-44AF-9021-D3467A86E6551. Push the UNLOCKbutton*2on the
Intelligent Key once.
2. The hazard indicator flashes once. The
driver’s door and fuel-filler door will unlock.
3. Push the UNLOCK
button on the
Intelligent Key again within 60 seconds.
4. The hazard indicator flashes once again. All the doors and the rear hatch/trunk lid will
unlock. All doors and the rear hatch/trunk lid will be
locked automatically unless one of the following
operations is performed within 1 minute after
pushing the UNLOCK
button on the
Intelligent Key while the doors are locked. If
during this 1-minute time period, the UNLOCK
button on the Intelligent Key is pushed, all
doors and the rear hatch/trunk lid will be locked
automatically after another 1 minute.
. Opening any door
. Pushing the ignition switch
. Inserting the Intelligent Key into the Intelli-
gent Key port
Opening windowsGUID-03680386-4F63-4C81-A910-6715265BCF91The UNLOCKbutton operation also allows
you to open a window that is equipped with the
automatic open/close function. (See “Power
windows” (P.2-44) .)
To open the window, push the door UNLOCK
button*2on the Intelligent Key for about
3 seconds after the door is unlocked.
To stop opening, release the UNLOCK
button.
Window cannot be closed using the Intelligent
Key.
The door window can be opened or closed by
turning the metal key in a door lock. (See
“Doors” (P.3-4).)
Using panic alarmGUID-D0FA6B8E-37B1-464F-843C-BAE86B6A6BDEIf you are near your vehicle and feel threatened,
you may activate the alarm to call attention as
follows:
1. Push the PANIC
button*3on the Key
for more than 1 second.
2. The theft warning alarm and headlights will stay on for 25 seconds.
3. The panic alarm stops when:
.It has run for 25 seconds, or.Any of the buttons on the Intelligent Key are pushed. (Note: Panic button should
be pushed for more than 1 second.)
Setting hazard indicator and horn modeGUID-FC966A5F-4D57-494D-8237-76539549A565This vehicle is set in hazard indicator and horn
mode when you first receive the vehicle.
In hazard indicator and horn mode, when the
LOCK
button*1is pushed, the hazard
indicator flashes twice and the horn chirps once.
When the UNLOCK
button*2is pushed,
the hazard indicator flashes once.
If horns are not necessary, the system can be
switched to the hazard indicator mode.
In hazard indicator mode, when the LOCK
button is pushed, the hazard indicator flashes
twice. When the UNLOCK
button is
pushed, neither the hazard indicator nor the
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GUID-09FAC5A0-3728-4E3C-B755-6A41ACFB3FAF
SPA2572
1.Pull the hood lock release handle*1
located below the instrument panel; the
hood will then spring up slightly.
2. Pull the lever
*2up at the front of the hood
with your fingertips and raise the hood.
3. Hold the insulator
*3of the support rod
and insert its end into the slot
*4on the
front edge of the hood.
4. When closing the hood, store the support rod to its original position, then slowly close
the hood and make sure it locks into place.
WARNING
.Make sure the hood is completely
closed and latched before driving.
Failure to do so could cause the
hood to fly open and result in an
accident.
. If you see steam or smoke coming
from the engine compartment, to
avoid injury do not open the hood.
GUID-57519B38-B2FB-4880-87D5-BC611A47500F
WARNING
Do not drive with the rear hatch open.
This could allow dangerous exhaust
gases to be drawn into the vehicle.
See “Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide)”
(P.5-2) of this manual.
HOOD REAR HATCH (Coupe models)
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Interior/exterior view1. Soft top indicator light (on the combinationmeter)
2. Soft top operating switch
3. Top lock hole
4. Soft top
5. Top storage lid
6. Trunk lid
7. Rear windowBEFORE OPERATING THE TOPGUID-D8CE8B0F-232E-4962-868F-E2203D112293The soft top of this vehicle is electrically
operated. You can fully open or close the top
only by pressing the operating switch located on
the center console.
The soft top operating switch must be operated
under all of the following conditions:
. When the trunk is closed.
. When the vehicle is stopped.
. When the engine is running.
. When the ignition switch is in the ON
position. .
When the selector lever or shift lever is in a
position other than the R (Reverse) position.
CAUTION
Always keep the engine running while
operating the soft top. The top will also
operate when the ignition switch is in
the ON position, but run the engine to
prevent a discharged battery.
Be sure to follow the operating instructions, and
all the warnings and cautions in this section.
Improper operation of the top could cause
a system malfunction, damage, or dete-
rioration of the top material and related
parts.
WARNING
. Park the vehicle in a safe and level
place and apply the parking brake.
. Make sure the area is clear of
obstacles and there is enough clear-
ance over the top (for example, in a
garage or a covered area) . More
than approximately 6.6 ft (2 m) from
the ground is required to open or
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SOFT TOP (Roadster models)
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locked completely, and this may
allow wind and rain to get into your
vehicle.
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locked completely, and this may
allow wind and rain to get into your
vehicle.
CARE OF THE SOFT TOP AND THE
VEHICLE BODY
GUID-61508A99-A1F5-409F-81C5-AA6D245D0752To use your Roadster safely and comfortably,
you need to observe all the warnings and
cautions shown in the previous pages. Also, to
maintain a good appearance of the soft top and
the vehicle body, you need to care for them by
cleaning and/or washing properly.
CAUTION
.Do not use an automatic car wash or
a high-pressure car wash to clean
your vehicle. The top may be da-
maged and water may leak into the
inside of the vehicle.
. Store the vehicle with the top closed
if it is not to be used for long
periods. Keeping the top stowed
for long periods may cause wrinkles
on the surface of the top.
See “Cleaning exterior” (P.7-2) for detailed
instructions. .
A protective clear tape is applied to the top
storage lid painted surface where the soft
top contacts the surface. When the top is
fully closed, the tape may transmit some
light, visible from the inside of the vehicle.
This does not affect the water and air
tightness of the seal.
. The inner surface of the trunk and top
storage lids may show a fibrous, or marbled
pattern. This is the normal appearance of the
material used in these parts.
GUID-49F2EA2E-D208-4F5E-87C1-00BE15737808
SPA2647
The NISMO models have the following unique
parts on the front, side and rear of the vehicle.
FRONT, SIDE AND REAR UNIQUE
PARTS (NISMO models)
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SPA2581
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SPA2581
OPENING THE FUEL-FILLER DOORGUID-A7E5E50E-15FB-4E66-A7BD-9CE3CF25C812To open the fuel-filler door, unlock the fuel-filler
door by using one of the following operations,
then push the left side of the door.
.Push the door handle request switch with
the Intelligent Key carried with you.
. Push the UNLOCK button on the Intelligent
Key.
. Insert the mechanical key into the door lock
cylinder and turn it to the rear of the vehicle.
. Push the power door lock switch to the
UNLOCK position.
To lock, close the fuel-filler door securely and
lock all doors by operating the door handle request switch, the LOCK button on the
Intelligent Key, the mechanical key or the power
door lock switch.
FUEL-FILLER CAPGUID-E7760C6A-57DD-427D-80BE-EA84F9BA6E4A
WARNING
.
Gasoline is extremely flammable
and highly explosive under certain
conditions. You could be burned or
seriously injured if it is misused or
mishandled. Always stop engine
and do not smoke or allow open
flames or sparks near the vehicle
when refueling.
. Do not attempt to top off the fuel
tank after the fuel pump nozzle
shuts off automatically. Continued
refueling may cause fuel overflow,
resulting in fuel spray and possibly
a fire.
. Use only an original equipment type
fuel-filler cap as a replacement. It
has a built-in safety valve needed
for proper operation of the fuel
system and emission control sys-
tem. An incorrect cap can result in a
serious malfunction and possible
injury. It could also cause the mal- function indicator light to come on.
. Never pour fuel into the throttle
body to attempt to start your vehi-
cle.
. Do not fill a portable fuel container
in the vehicle or trailer. Static elec-
tricity can cause an explosion of
flammable liquid, vapor or gas in
any vehicle or trailer. To reduce the
risk of serious injury or death when
filling portable fuel containers:
— Always place the container on
the ground when filling.
— Do not use electronic devices when filling.
— Keep the pump nozzle in contact with the container while you are
filling it.
— Use only approved portable fuel containers for flammable liquid.
CAUTION
. If fuel is spilled on the vehicle body,
flush it away with water to avoid
paint damage.
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.Insert the cap straight into the fuel-
filler tube, then tighten until the
fuel-filler cap clicks. Failure to tight-
en the fuel-filler cap properly may
cause the
malfunction indicator
light (MIL) to illuminate. If the
light illuminates because the fuel-
filler cap is loose or missing, tighten
or install the cap and continue to
drive the vehicle. The
light
should turn off after a few driving
trips. If the
light does not turn
off after a few driving trips, have the
vehicle inspected by a NISSAN deal-
er.
. The LOOSE FUEL CAP warning will
appear if the fuel-filler cap is not
properly tightened. It may take a few
driving trips for the message to be
displayed. Failure to tighten the
fuel-filler cap properly after the
LOOSE FUEL CAP warning appears
may cause the
Malfunction
Indicator Light (MIL) to illuminate.
SPA2837
To remove the fuel-filler cap:
1. Turn the fuel-filler cap counterclockwise to remove.
2. Put the fuel-filler cap on the cap holder on the hook
*Awhile refueling.
To install the fuel-filler cap:
1. Insert the fuel-filler cap straight into the fuel- filler tube.
2. Turn the fuel-filler cap clockwise until a single click is heard.
SPA2810
LOOSE FUEL CAP warningGUID-70CE73BB-66D0-4B83-9B44-278897F832F1The LOOSE FUEL CAP warning appears on the
vehicle information display when the fuel-filler
cap is not tightened correctly after the vehicle
has been refueled. It may take a few driving trips
for the message to be displayed.
To turn off the warning, perform the following
steps:
1. Remove and install the fuel-filler cap as soonas possible. (See “Fuel-filler cap” (P.3-34) .)
2. Tighten the fuel-filler cap until it clicks.
3. Push the
switch*Afor about 1
second to turn off the LOOSE FUEL CAP
warning after tightening the fuel cap.
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SPA2447
INSIDE MIRRORGUID-7190F975-2909-4F79-AFDC-B28AE6D3CC82Adjust the height and the angle of the inside
mirror to the desired position.
SPA2143
Manual anti-glare typeGUID-D305CFE2-A329-4695-B49B-EAFF25D4D082The night position*1will reduce glare from the
headlights of vehicles behind you at night.
Use the day position
*2when driving in daylight
hours.
WARNING
Use the night position only when ne-
cessary, because it reduces rear view
clarity.
SPA2450
Automatic anti-glare typeGUID-19DC64A6-67BD-481F-BAB1-0D06BE7C5D4EThe inside mirror is designed so that it
automatically changes reflection according to
the intensity of the headlights of the following
vehicle.
The anti-glare system will be automatically
turned on when the ignition switch is pushed
to the ON position.
When the anti-glare system is turned on, the
indicator light
*Awill illuminate and excessive
glare from the headlights of the vehicle behind
you will be reduced.
Push the “*” switch
*Cto make the inside
rearview mirror operate normally. The indicator
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light will turn off. Push the “I” switch*Dto turn
the system on.
Do not allow any object to cover the
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light will turn off. Push the “I” switch*Dto turn
the system on.
Do not allow any object to cover the
sensors
*Eor apply glass cleaner on
them. Doing so will reduce the sensitivity
of the sensor, resulting in improper opera-
tion.
For the HomeLink
®Universal Transceiver opera-
tion, see “HomeLink®Universal Transceiver
(Type A)” (P.2-50) or “HomeLink®Universal
Transceiver (Type B)” (P.2-54) .
OUTSIDE MIRRORSGUID-4179789E-2111-462D-BD90-4183570BC7B6
WARNING
Objects viewed in the outside mirror on
the passenger side are closer than they
appear. Be careful when moving to the
right. Using only this mirror could cause
an accident. Use the inside mirror or
glance over your shoulder to properly
judge distances to other objects.
SPA2319
Adjusting outside mirrorsGUID-636D557F-5E6D-4FA0-B6BA-9004356DE2A0The outside mirror control switch is located on
the armrest.
The outside mirror will operate only when the
ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position.
Turn the switch right or left to select the right or
left side mirror
*1, then adjust using the control
switch
*2.
Defrosting outside mirrorsGUID-4D5D3A44-0E2D-46BF-95C5-C8D8BD23C98DThe outside mirrors will be heated when the rear
window defroster switch is operated.