2013 NISSAN ARMADA steering

1. Vents (P. 4-39)
2. Headlight/fog light/turn signal switch(P. 2-30)
3. Steering wheel switch for audio
control/Bluetooth Hands-Free Phone
System (if so equipped)
(P. 4-94, P. 4-96, 4-111)
4. Instrument brightness control (P. 2-33)
5. Driver supplemental air bag/horn
(P. 1-57, P. 2-34)
6. Meters, gauges and warning/indicator
lights (P. 2-4, 2-13)
7. Cruise control main/set switches
(P. 5-20)
8. Windshield wiper/washer switch and
rear window wiper/washer switch
(P. 2-28, P. 2-29)
9. Ignition switch (P. 5-9)
10. Display screen/Display screen with
navigation system* (if so equipped)
(P.4-4, , P. 4-16)
11. Navigation system* controls
(if so equipped) (P. 4-16)
12. Audio system controls (P. 4-44)
13. Front passenger supplemental air bag
(P. 1-57)
14. Glove box (P. 2-41)
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INSTRUMENT PANEL
2-2Instruments and controls

15. Hazard lights (P. 6-2)
16. Climate controls (P. 4-40)
17. Power outlet/cigarette lighter(accessory) (P. 2-38)
18. Heated seat switch (if so equipped)
(P. 2-34)
19. Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off
switch (P. 5-33)
20. Shift selector (P. 5-14)
21. Front passenger air bag status light
(P. 1-66)
22. Power outlet (P. 2-38)
23. 4WD shift switch (if so equipped)
(P. 5-27)
24. Tilt steering wheel control (P. 3-30)
25. Front and rear sonar system off switch
(P. 2-36)
26. Pedal position adjustment switch
(P. 3-31)
27. Headlight aiming control
(if so equipped) (P. 2-30)
28. Power vent window (if so equipped)
(P. 2-53)
29. Lift gate open/close switch
(if so equipped) (P. 3-23)*: Refer to the separate Navigation System Own-
er’s Manual (if so equipped) .
See the page number indicated in paren-
theses for operating details.
Instruments and controls2-3

Low tire pressure warning:
If the vehicle is being driven with low tire
pressure, the warning light will illuminate.
A CHECK TIRE PRESSURE warning also
appears in the vehicle information dis-
play.If you select the tire pressure informa-
tion in the display (if so equipped) , the LOW
PRESSURE warning message will be dis-
played. The tire pressure for each tire will
also be displayed.
When the low tire pressure warning light
illuminates, you should stop and adjust the
tire pressure of all 4 tires to the recom-
mended COLD tire pressure shown on the
Tire and Loading Information label located
in the driver’s door opening. The low tire
pressure warning light does not automati-
cally turn off when the tire pressure is ad-
justed. After the tire is inflated to the rec-
ommended pressure, the vehicle must be
driven at speeds above 16 MPH (25 km/h)
to activate the TPMS and turn off the low
tire pressure warning light. Use a tire pres-
sure gauge to check the tire pressure.
The CHECK TIRE PRESSURE warning appears
each time the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position as long as the low tire pressure warning
light remains illuminated.For additional information, see “Vehicle informa-
tion display” in the “Instruments and controls”
section and “Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS)” in the “Starting and driving” section and
in the “In case of emergency” section.
TPMS malfunction:
If the TPMS is not functioning properly, the low tire
pressure warning light will flash for approximately
1 minute when the ignition switch is placed in the
ON position. The light will remain on after the
1 minute. Have the system checked by a NISSAN
dealer. The CHECK TIRE PRESSURE warning
does not appear if the low tire pressure warning
light illuminates to indicate a TPMS malfunction.
For additional information, see “Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS)” in the “Starting and
driving” section and “Tire pressure” in the “Mainte-
nance and do-it-yourself” section in this manual.
WARNING
●Radio waves could adversely affect elec-
trical medical equipment. Those who use
a pacemaker should contact the electric
medical equipment manufacturer for the
possible influences before use.
● If the light does not illuminate with the
ignition switch in the ON position, have
the vehicle checked by a NISSAN dealer
as soon as possible.
●
If the light illuminates while driving,
avoid sudden steering maneuvers or
abrupt braking, reduce vehicle speed,
pull off the road to a safe location and
stop the vehicle as soon as possible.
Driving with under-inflated tires may per-
manently damage the tires and increase
the likelihood of tire failure. Serious ve-
hicle damage could occur and may lead
to an accident and could result in serious
personal injury. Check the tire pressure
for all four tires. Adjust the tire pressure
to the recommended COLD tire pressure
shown on the Tire and Loading Informa-
tion label located in the driver’s door
opening to turn the low tire pressure
warning light OFF. If the light still comes
on while driving after adjusting the tire
pressure, a tire may be flat. If you have a
flat tire, replace it with a spare tire as
soon as possible.
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FOG LIGHT SWITCH (if so equipped)
To turn the fog lights on, turn the headlight switch
to the
position, then turn the fog light
switch to the
position.
To turn the fog lights on with the headlight switch
in the AUTO position, the headlights must be on,
then turn the fog light switch to the
position.
To turn the fog lights off, turn the fog light switch
to the OFF position.
The headlights must be on and the low beams
selected for the fog lights to operate. The fog
lights automatically turn off when the high beam
headlights are selected. To sound the horn, push near the horn icon of the
steering wheel.
WARNING
Do not disassemble the horn. Doing so
could affect proper operation of the
supplemental front air bag system. Tam-
pering with the supplemental front air bag
system may result in serious personal
injury.
1. Start the engine.
2. Push the LO or HI position of the switch, as
desired, depending on the temperature. The
indicator light in the switch will illuminate.
The heater is controlled by a thermostat,
automatically turning the heater on and off.
The indicator light will remain on as long as
the switch is on.
3. When the seat is warmed or before you leave the vehicle, be sure to turn the switch
off.
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HORN HEATED SEATS (if so equipped)
2-34Instruments and controls

WARNING
Do not use or allow occupants to use the
seat heater if you or the occupants cannot
monitor elevated seat temperatures or
have an inability to feel pain in body parts
that contact the seat. Use of the seat
heater by such people could result in se-
rious injury.
CAUTION
●Do not use the seat heater for extended
periods or when no one is using the
seat.
● Do not put anything on the seat which
insulates heat, such as a blanket, cush-
ion, seat cover, etc. Otherwise, the seat
may become overheated.
● Do not place anything hard or heavy on
the seat or pierce it with a pin or similar
object. This may result in damage to the
heater.
● Any liquid spilled on the heated seat
should be removed immediately with a
dry cloth.
● When cleaning the seat, never use
gasoline, benzine, thinner, or any simi-
lar materials. ●
If any malfunctions are found or the
heated seat does not operate, turn the
switch off and have the system checked
by your NISSAN dealer.
● The battery could run down if the seat
heater is operated while the engine is
not running.
The heated steering wheel system is designed to
operate only when the surface temperature of the
steering wheel is below approximately 68°F
(20°C) .
Push the heated steering wheel switch to warm
the steering wheel after the engine starts. The
indicator light will come on.
If the surface temperature of the steering wheel is
below 68°F (20°C) , the system will heat the
steering wheel to approximately 86°F (30°C) ,
then turn off automatically.
Push the switch again to turn the heated steering
wheel off manually. The indicator light will go off.
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HEATED STEERING WHEEL (if so
equipped)
Instruments and controls2-35

NOTE:
The heated steering wheel switch is
equipped with a 30 minute timer. After the
switch has been activated for 30 minutes,
the system will automatically turn off. If the
surface temperature of the steering wheel
is above 68°F (20°C) when the switch is
turned on, the system will not heat the
steering wheel. This is not a malfunction.The vehicle should be driven with the Vehicle
Dynamic Control (VDC) system on for most driv-
ing conditions.
If the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, the VDC
system reduces the engine output to reduce
wheel spin. The engine speed will be reduced
even if the accelerator is depressed to the floor. If
maximum engine power is needed to free a stuck
vehicle, turn the VDC system off.
To turn off the VDC system, push the VDC OFF
switch. The
indicator will come on.
Push the VDC OFF switch again or restart the
engine to turn on the system. See “Vehicle Dy-
namic Control (VDC) system” in the “Starting and
driving” section.
WARNING
The rear sonar system is a convenience
but it is not a substitute for proper back-
ing. Always turn and check that it is safe to
do so before backing up. Always back up
slowly.
The rear sonar system is active when the ignition
switch is placed in the ON position and the shift
selector is in R (Reverse) .
When sensors detect obstacles within 5.9 ft
(1.8 m) of the rear bumper, a beeping tone is
emitted.
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VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC)
OFF SWITCH REAR SONAR SYSTEM OFF SWITCH
(if so equipped)
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3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Keys .............................................3-2NISSAN Intelligent Key (if so equipped)..........3-2
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System keys .........3-4
Doors ............................................3-5
Locking with key ................................3-5
Locking with inside lock knob ....................3-6
Locking with power door lock switch .............3-6
Automatic door locks ...........................3-6
Child safety rear door lock .......................3-7
Remote keyless entry system (if so equipped) .........3-7
How to use remote keyless entry system ..........3-8
NISSAN Intelligent Key (if so equipped)............3-12
Operating range ............................... 3-14
Door locks/unlocks precaution ..................3-14
NISSAN Intelligent Key Operation.............. 3-15
How to use the remote keyless entry
function ...................................... 3-17
Warning signals ............................... 3-21
Troubleshooting guide ......................... 3-22
Hood ........................................... 3-23
Liftgate .......................................... 3-23Operating the manual liftgate
(if so equipped)
............................... 3-24
Operating the power liftgate (if so equipped) .....3-24
Cancel switch ................................. 3-26
Liftgate release ................................ 3-27
Glass hatch ...................................... 3-28
Fuel-filler door ................................... 3-28
Fuel-filler cap . . ............................... 3-28
Steering wheel ................................... 3-30
Tilt operation .................................. 3-30
Pedal position adjustment ......................... 3-31
Sun visors ....................................... 3-31
Vanity mirrors . . ............................... 3-32
Mirrors .......................................... 3-32
Rearview mirror (if so equipped) .................3-32
Automatic anti-glare rearview mirror
(if so equipped) ............................... 3-33
Outside

mirrors ............................... 3-35
Automatic drive positioner (if so equipped) ..........3-37
Memory storage function .......................3-37
Entry/exit function ............................. 3-38
System operation .............................. 3-39

WARNING
●Radio waves could adversely affect
electric medical equipment. Those who
use a pacemaker should contact the
electric medical equipment manufac-
turer for the possible influences before
use.
● The Intelligent Key transmits radio
waves when the buttons are pressed.
The FAA advises the radio waves may
affect aircraft navigation and communi-
cation systems. Do not operate the In-
telligent Key while on an airplane. Make
sure the buttons are not operated unin-
tentionally when the unit is stored for a
flight.
The Intelligent Key can operate all the door locks
using the remote controller function or pushing
the request switch on the vehicle without taking
the key out from a pocket or purse. The operating
environment and/or conditions may affect the
Intelligent Key operation.
Be sure to read the following before using the
Intelligent Key.
CAUTION
● Be sure to carry the Intelligent Key with
you when operating the vehicle.
● Never leave the Intelligent Key in the
vehicle when you leave the vehicle.
The Intelligent Key is always communicating with
the vehicle as it receives radio waves. The Intel-
ligent Key transmits weak radio waves. Environ-
mental conditions may interfere with the opera-
tion of the Intelligent Key under the following
operating conditions. ●
When operating near a location where strong
radio waves are transmitted, such as a TV
tower, power station and broadcasting station.
● When in possession of wireless equipment,
such as a cellular telephone, transceiver,
and CB radio.
● When the Intelligent Key is in contact with or
covered by metallic materials.
● When any type of radio wave remote control
is used nearby.
● When the Intelligent Key is placed near an
electric appliance such as a personal com-
puter.
● When the vehicle is parked near a parking
meter. In such cases, correct the operating conditions
before using the Intelligent Key function or use
the mechanical key.
Although the life of the battery varies depending
on the operating conditions, the battery’s life is
approximately 2 years. If the battery is dis-
charged, replace it with a new one.
When the Intelligent Key battery is low, the Intel-
ligent Key indicator will illuminate after the ignition
switch is placed in the ON position.
Since the Intelligent Key is continuously receiving
radio waves, if the key is left near equipment
which transmits strong radio waves, such as sig-
nals from a TV and personal computer, the bat-
tery life may become shorter.
For information regarding replacement of a bat-
tery, see “Battery replacement” in the “Mainte-
nance and do-it-yourself” section of this manual.
For models with a steering wheel lock mecha-
nism: Because the steering wheel is locked elec-
trically, unlocking the steering wheel with the
ignition switch in the LOCK position is impossible
when the vehicle battery is completely dis-
charged. Unlocking the steering wheel is impos-
sible even if the Intelligent Key is inserted into the
ignition switch. Pay special attention that the
vehicle battery is not completely discharged.
NISSAN INTELLIGENT KEY
(if so
equipped)
3-12Pre-driving checks and adjustments