Black plate (16,1)
[ Edit: 2012/ 6/ 29 Model: F15-D ]
0-10Illustrated table of contents
GUID-56F49709-8C97-4624-BC9E-EFFB2D8B65F4
Warninglight Name
Page
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) warning
light (yellow) (AWD model) 2-13
Anti-lock Braking System
(ABS) warning light2-13
Brake warning light
2-13
Charge warning light2-14
Door open warning light 2-14
Electric power steering warning
light 2-14
Engine oil pressure warning
light
2-14
Intelligent Key system warning
light*2-14
Low fuel warning light
2-15
Low tire pressure warning light 2-15
Low washer fluid warning light* 2-16
P position selecting warning
light* 2-16
Seat belt warning light 2-16
Supplemental air bag warning
light2-17Warning
light Name
Page
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
warning light 2-17
Indicator light Name Page
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) indica-
tor light (green) (AWD model) 2-17
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) -V indi-
cator light (green) (AWD model)
2-17
Continuously Variable Trans-
mission (CVT) indicator light*2-17
Cruise indicator light
2-18
Engine start operation indicator
light* 2-18
Exterior light indicator
2-18
Front passenger air bag status
light 2-18
High beam indicator light 2-18
Malfunction Indicator Light
(MIL)2-18
Security indicator light
2-19
Turn signal/hazard indicator
lights 2-19
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
off indicator light2-19*: if so equipped
WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS
Condition:
Black plate (73,1)
[ Edit: 2012/ 6/ 29 Model: F15-D ]
SPA2809
Loose fuel cap warning messageGUID-1B265639-6ADC-4A76-95BA-C77D72122232Push the reset switch*Afor more than 1
second to reset the LOOSE FUEL CAP warning
message after the fuel cap has been tightened.
For additional information see “Fuel-filler cap”
(P.3-22) of this manual.
JVI0326X
Check tire pressure warning messageGUID-1EFE659B-2B0B-4654-8D74-A2F2486D0ED9The CHECK TIRE PRES (pressure) warning
message is displayed when the low tire pressure
warning light
is illuminated and low tire
pressure is detected. Check and adjust the tire
pressure to the recommended COLD tire
pressure shown on the Tire and Loading
Information label. The CHECK TIRE PRES
warning message turns off when the low tire
pressure warning light
turns off.
The low tire pressure warning light
remains
illuminated until the tires are inflated to the
recommended COLD tire pressure. The CHECK
TIRE PRES warning message is displayed each
time the ignition switch is placed in the ON position as long as the low tire pressure warning
light
remains illuminated.
For more information see “Low tire pressure
warning light” (P.2-15) , “Tire Pressure Monitor-
ing System (TPMS)” (P.5-4) , and “Wheels and
tires” (P.8-30).
Extended storage fuse warning messageGUID-9D5F7996-2B45-477F-8A6C-7904F0D81301The SHIPPING MODE ON/PUSH STORAGE
FUSE warning message may be displayed if the
extended storage fuse switch is not pushed in
(switched on) . When this message is displayed,
push in (switch on) the extended storage fuse
switch to turn off the message. For more
information, see “Extended storage fuse switch”
(P.8-22) .
Instruments and controls2-7
Condition:
Black plate (78,1)
[ Edit: 2012/ 6/ 29 Model: F15-D ]
2-12Instruments and controls
GUID-0AD04023-03AE-4553-915A-04F0D33BD0B8
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) warning light (AWD
model)*Low fuel warning lightCruise indicator light
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning
lightLow tire pressure warning lightEngine start operation indicator light*
Low washer fluid warning light*Exterior light indicator
Brake warning lightP position selecting warning light*Front passenger air bag status light
Seat belt warning lightHigh beam indicator light
Charge warning lightSupplemental air bag warning lightMalfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
Door open warning lightVehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) warning lightSecurity indicator light
Electric power steering warning lightAll-Wheel Drive (AWD) indicator light (AWD
model)*Turn signal/hazard indicator lights
Engine oil pressure warning lightAll-Wheel Drive (AWD) -V indicator light
(AWD model)*Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off indicator
light
Intelligent Key system warning light*Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
indicator light**: if so equipped
WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND
AUDIBLE REMINDERS
Condition:
Black plate (81,1)
[ Edit: 2012/ 6/ 29 Model: F15-D ]
This light illuminates or blinks as follows:
.The light blinks in yellow when the door is
closed with the Intelligent Key left outside
the vehicle and the ignition switch in the
ACC or ON position. Make sure that the
Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle.
. The light blinks in green when the Intelligent
Key battery is running out of power. Replace
the battery with a new one. (See “Key
battery replacement” (P.8-22) .)
. The light illuminates in yellow when it warns
of a malfunction with Intelligent Key system.
If the warning light illuminates in yellow while the
engine is stopped, it may be impossible to start
the engine. If the light comes on while the engine
is running, you can drive the vehicle. However in
these cases, contact a NISSAN dealer for repair
as soon as possible.
Low fuel warning lightGUID-0784D1EC-08F8-48E5-8112-AC14204A82C8This light illuminates when the fuel in the tank is
getting low. Refuel as soon as it is convenient,
preferably before the fuel gauge reaches the 0
(empty) position.
There will be a small reserve of fuel
remaining in the tank when the fuel gauge
reaches the 0 position.
Low tire pressure warning lightGUID-CE4F38F6-4622-4692-88BA-0B338FB86AAFYour vehicle is equipped with a Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS) that monitors the tire
pressure of all tires except the spare.
The low tire pressure warning light warns of low
tire pressure or indicates that the TPMS is not
functioning properly.
After the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, this light illuminates for about 1 second
and turns off.
Low tire pressure warning:
GUID-3448E018-0BC4-4D17-AD0E-3BB850F23C53If the vehicle is being driven with low tire
pressure, the warning light will illuminate. A
CHECK TIRE PRES (pressure) warning mes-
sage is also displayed in the vehicle information
display.
When the low tire pressure warning light
illuminates, you should stop and adjust the tire
pressure to the recommended COLD tire
pressure shown on the Tire and Loading
Information label. The low tire pressure warning
light does not automatically turn off when the tire
pressure is adjusted. After the tire is inflated to
the recommended 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 pressure
gauge to check the tire pressure. The low tire pressure warning light remains
illuminated until the tires are inflated to the
recommended COLD tire pressure. The CHECK
TIRE PRES warning message is displayed 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 “Check tire
pressure warning message” (P.2-7) , “Tire Pres-
sure Monitoring System (TPMS)” (P.5-4) and
“Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)” (P.6-
3) .
TPMS malfunction:GUID-3448E018-0BC4-4D17-AD0E-3BB850F23C53If the TPMS is not functioning properly, the low
tire pressure warning light will flash for approxi-
mately 1 minute when the ignition switch is
placed in the ON position. The light will remain
on after 1 minute. The CHECK TIRE PRES
warning message is not displayed if the low tire
pressure warning light illuminates to indicate a
TPMS malfunction. Have the system checked by
a NISSAN dealer.
For additional information, see “Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS)” (P.5-4) .
Instruments and controls2-15
Condition:
Black plate (164,1)
[ Edit: 2012/ 6/ 29 Model: F15-D ]
4-20Heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems
SERVICING AIR CONDITIONERGUID-B5C6FE62-1A42-48C1-9AE1-B0167BBB8E1AThe air conditioner system in your NISSAN is
charged with a refrigerant designed with the
environment in mind.This refrigerant will not
harm the earth’s ozone layer. Special char-
ging equipment and lubricant are required when
servicing your NISSAN air conditioner. Using
improper refrigerants or lubricants will cause
severe damage to your air conditioner system.
(See “Capacities and recommended fuel/lubri-
cants” (P.9-2) for air conditioner system refrig-
erant and lubricant recommendations.)
A NISSAN dealer will be able to service your
environmentally friendly air conditioner system.
WARNING
The system contains refrigerant under
high pressure. To avoid personal injury,
any air conditioner service should be
done only by an experienced technician
with the proper equipment.
GUID-12293C34-B52D-459D-8938-1D72052450B5AUDIO OPERATION PRECAUTIONSGUID-4E771DD8-F559-4351-AB5E-78EA8C2D203D
RadioGUID-7E775105-86FF-4980-8793-C9A43E44715APlace the ignition switch in the ACC or ON
position and push the PWR (power/VOL (vo-
lume)) control to turn on the radio. If you listen to
the radio with the engine not running, the ignition
switch should be placed in the ACC position.
Radio reception is affected by station signal
strength, distance from radio transmitter, build-
ings, bridges, mountains and other external
influences. Intermittent changes in reception
quality normally are caused by these external
influences.
Using a cellular phone in or near the
vehicle may influence radio reception
quality.
Radio reception:
GUID-3448E018-0BC4-4D17-AD0E-3BB850F23C53Your NISSAN radio system is equipped with
state-of-the-art electronic circuits to enhance
radio reception. These circuits are designed to
extend reception range, and to enhance the
quality of that reception.
However there are some general characteristics
of both FM and AM radio signals that can affect
radio reception quality in a moving vehicle, even
when the finest equipment is used. These
characteristics are completely normal in a given
reception area, and do not indicate any mal- function in your NISSAN radio system.
Reception conditions will constantly change
because of vehicle movement. Buildings, terrain,
signal distance and interference from other
vehicles can work against ideal reception.
Described below are some of the factors that
can affect your radio reception.
Some cellular phones or other devices may
cause interference or a buzzing noise to come
from the audio system speakers. Storing the
device in a different location may reduce or
eliminate the noise.
AUDIO SYSTEM
Condition:
Black plate (207,1)
[ Edit: 2012/ 6/ 29 Model: F15-D ]
5 Starting and driving
Precautions when starting and driving...
................................ 5-3
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ...
...................................... 5-3
Three-way catalyst ...
.............................................................. 5-4
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...
.................... 5-4
Avoiding collision and rollover ...
......................................... 5-7
Off-road recovery ...
................................................................ 5-7
Rapid air pressure loss ...
...................................................... 5-7
Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving ...
................................. 5-8
Driving safety precautions ...
................................................. 5-8
Ignition switch (models without Intelligent
Key system) ...
........................................................................\
..... 5-10
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) ...
................ 5-11
Manual Transmission (MT) ...
............................................. 5-11
Key positions ...
..................................................................... 5-12
Push-button ignition switch (models with Intelligent
Key system) ...
........................................................................\
..... 5-12
Operating range for engine start function ...
................. 5-12
Push-button ignition switch operation ...
........................ 5-13
Push-button ignition switch positions ...
......................... 5-14
Emergency engine shut off ...
............................................ 5-14
Intelligent Key battery discharge ...
.................................. 5-14
Before starting the engine ...
................................................... 5-15
Starting the engine ...
................................................................ 5-15
Models without Intelligent Key system ...
....................... 5-15
Models with Intelligent Key system ...
............................. 5-16 Driving the vehicle
...
................................................................. 5-17
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) ...
............. 5-17
Manual Transmission (MT) ...
........................................... 5-22
Integrated control system (if so equipped) ...
.................... 5-24
Drive mode ...
...................................................................... 5-24
Parking brake ...
........................................................................\
.. 5-28
Cruise control ...
........................................................................\
. 5-29
Precautions on cruise control ...
..................................... 5-29
Cruise control operations ...
............................................ 5-30
Break-in schedule ...
................................................................. 5-30
Fuel Efficient Driving Tips ...
................................................... 5-31
Increasing fuel economy ...
...................................................... 5-32
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) (if so equipped) ...
........................ 5-32
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) mode
switch operations ...
........................................................... 5-32
AWD warning light ...
........................................................ 5-34
Parking/parking on hills ...
........................................................ 5-36
Electric power steering system ...
......................................... 5-37
Brake system ...
........................................................................\
.. 5-38
Braking precautions ...
...................................................... 5-38
Brake assist ...
........................................................................\
.... 5-39
Brake assist ...
..................................................................... 5-39
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ...
............................... 5-39
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system ...
......................... 5-40
Condition:
Black plate (210,1)
[ Edit: 2012/ 6/ 29 Model: F15-D ]
5-4Starting and driving
system, underbody, or rear of
the vehicle.
THREE-WAY CATALYSTGUID-7EE6B03F-AE0E-40F5-8BB5-AFD093FB5BD4The three-way catalyst is an emission control
device installed in the exhaust system. Exhaust
gases in the three-way catalyst are burned at
high temperatures to help reduce pollutants.
WARNING
.The exhaust gas and the exhaust
system are very hot. Keep people,
animals or flammable materials
away from the exhaust system com-
ponents.
. Do not stop or park the vehicle over
flammable materials such as dry
grass, waste paper or rags. They
may ignite and cause a fire.
CAUTION
.Do not use leaded gasoline. Depos-
its from leaded gasoline will ser-
iously reduce the three-way
catalyst’s ability to help reduce ex- haust pollutants.
. Keep your engine tuned up. Mal-
functions in the ignition, fuel injec-
tion, or electrical systems can cause
overrich fuel flow into the three-way
catalyst, causing it to overheat. Do
not keep driving if the engine mis-
fires, or if noticeable loss of perfor-
mance or other unusual operating
conditions are detected. Have the
vehicle inspected promptly by a
NISSAN dealer.
. Avoid driving with an extremely low
fuel level. Running out of fuel could
cause the engine to misfire, dama-
ging the three-way catalyst.
. Do not race the engine while warm-
ing it up.
. Do not push or tow your vehicle to
start the engine.
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYS-
TEM (TPMS)
GUID-70DEE521-236F-487A-BFBD-1A02741B58A6Each tire, including the spare (if provided) ,
should be checked monthly when cold and
inflated to the inflation pressure recommended
by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle
placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your
vehicle has tires of a different size than the size
indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation
pressure label, you should determine the proper
tire inflation pressure for those tires.)
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has
been equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire
pressure telltale when one or more of your tires
is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when
the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you
should stop and check your tires as soon as
possible, and inflate them to the proper pres-
sure. Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire
causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire
failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel effi-
ciency and tire tread life, and may affect the
vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for
proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s
responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure,
even if under-inflation has not reached the level
to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire
Condition:
Black plate (238,1)
[ Edit: 2012/ 6/ 29 Model: F15-D ]
5-32Starting and driving
GUID-A7F7F37C-BB96-45E4-9A88-BFC0667354EF.Keep your engine tuned up.
. Follow the recommended scheduled main-
tenance.
. Keep the tires inflated to the correct
pressure. Low tire pressure increases tire
wear and lowers fuel economy.
. Keep the wheels in correct alignment.
Improper alignment increases tire wear and
lowers fuel economy.
. Use the recommended viscosity engine oil.
(See “Engine oil and oil filter recommenda-
tion” (P.9-5) .)GUID-63E39624-CE54-4BBF-8A6D-1FF627669DD9
WARNING
.For AWD equipped vehicles, do not
attempt to raise two wheels off the
ground and shift the transmission to
any drive or reverse position with
the engine running. Doing so may
result in drivetrain damage or un-
expected vehicle movement which
could result in serious vehicle da-
mage or personal injury.
. Do not attempt to test an AWD
equipped vehicle on a 2-wheel dy-
namometer (such as the dynam-
ometers used by some states for
emissions testing) or similar equip-
ment even if the other two wheels
are raised off the ground. Make sure
that you inform the test facility
personnel that your vehicle is
equipped with AWD before it is
placed on a dynamometer. Using
the wrong test equipment may re-
sult in drivetrain damage or unex-
pected vehicle movement which
could result in serious vehicle da-
mage or personal injury.
SSD1129
AWD mode switch
ALL-WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) MODE
SWITCH OPERATIONS
GUID-D1E25B84-9B31-4A3A-B30F-1ACF48815006The All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system is used to
select the 2WD (Two-Wheel Drive) , AWD-V or
AWD mode depending on the driving condi-
tions.
The AWD mode indicator lights (
(green) ,) are located in the instrument panel.
The AWD mode indicator lights
(green)
illuminate when the ignition switch is turned to
the ON position. The indicator lights turn off
within 1 second.
The AWD mode indicator lights will display the
mode selected by the AWD mode switch while
INCREASING FUEL ECONOMY ALL-WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) (if so
equipped)
Condition: