
3-8Pre-driving checks and adjustments
JVP0213X
*1LOCK button
*2UNLOCK button
*3PANIC button
*4Battery indicator light
HOW TO USE REMOTE KEYLESS
ENTRY SYSTEM
Locking doors
1. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
2. Close all the doors.
3. Push the LOCK
button*1on the
keyfob.
4. All the doors will lock. All of the doors will lock when the LOCK
button is pushed even though a door
remains open.
5. The hazard indicator flashes twice and the horn chirps once.
. When the LOCK
button is pushed with
all doors locked, the hazard indicator flashes
twice and the horn chirps once as a
reminder that the doors are already locked.
. Operate the door handles to confirm that the
doors have been securely locked.
Unlocking doors
1. Push the UNLOCKbutton*2on the
keyfob.
.The driver’s door unlocks..The hazard indicator flashes once if all doors are completely closed.
2. Push the UNLOCK
button again within
5 seconds.
.All the doors and the back door unlock..The hazard indicator flashes once if all doors are completely closed.
All doors will be locked automatically unless one
of the following operations is performed within 1
minute of pushing the UNLOCK
button.
. Opening any door (including the back door) .
. Placing the ignition switch in the ON
position.
Using panic alarm
If 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
keyfob 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 keyfob is pushed. (Note: the PANIC button must
be pushed for more than 1 second.)
Battery indicator light
The battery indicator light*4illuminates when
you push any button. If the light does not
illuminate, the battery is weak or needs replace-
ment. For information regarding replacement of
a battery, see “Key battery replacement” (P.8-
23).

3-12Pre-driving checks and adjustments
SPA2612
INTELLIGENT KEY OPERATING
RANGE
The Intelligent Key functions can only be used
when the Intelligent Key is within the specified
operating range from the request switch
*1.
When the Intelligent Key battery is discharged or
strong radio waves are present near the operat-
ing location, the Intelligent Key system’s operat-
ing range becomes narrower, and the Intelligent
Key may not function properly.
The operating range is within 31.50 in (80 cm)
from each request switch
*1.
If the Intelligent Key is too close to the door
glass, handle or rear bumper, the request switches may not function.
When the Intelligent Key is within the operating
range, it is possible for anyone who does not
carry the Intelligent Key to push the request
switch to lock/unlock the doors including the
back door.
SPA2407
DOOR LOCKS/UNLOCKS PRECAU-
TION
.
Do not push the door handle request switch
with the Intelligent Key held in your hand as
illustrated. The close distance to the door
handle will cause the Intelligent Key system
to have difficulty recognizing that the In-
telligent Key is outside the vehicle.
. After locking with the door handle request
switch, verify the doors are securely locked
by testing them.
. To prevent the Intelligent Key from being left
inside the vehicle, make sure you carry the
key with you and then lock the doors.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
SymptomPossible causeAction to take
When pushing the ignition switch to
stop the engine The P position selecting warning light in
the meter illuminates and the inside warn-
ing chime sounds continuously.
The shift lever is not in the P (Park)
position.
Shift the shift lever to the P (Park)
position.
When shifting the shift lever to the P
(Park) position. The inside warning chime sounds con-
tinuously. The ignition switch is in the ACC or ON
position.Push the ignition switch to the OFF
position.
When opening the driver’s door to get
out of the vehicle The inside warning chime sounds con-
tinuously.
The ignition switch is in the ACC position.Push the ignition switch to the OFF
position.
When closing the door after getting
out of the vehicle The Intelligent Key system warning light in
the meter blinks in yellow, and the outside
chime sounds 3 times and the inside
warning chime sounds for a few seconds.
The ignition switch is in the ACC or ON
position.
Push the ignition switch to the OFF
position.
The P position selecting warning light in
the meter illuminates and the outside chime
sounds continuously. The ignition switch is in the ACC or OFF
position and the shift lever is not in the P
(Park) position.Move the shift lever to the P (Park)
position and push the ignition switch to
the OFF position.
When closing the door with the inside
lock knob turned to LOCK The outside chime sounds for a few
seconds and all the doors unlock.
The Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle. Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
When pushing the request switch or
the LOCK
button on the Intelli-
gent Key to lock the door The outside chime sounds for a few
seconds.
The Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle. Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
A door is not closed securely.
Close the door securely.
When pushing the ignition switch to
start the engine The Intelligent Key system warning light in
the meter blinks in green.
The battery charge is low.Replace the battery with a new one. (See
“Key battery replacement” (P.8-23) .)
The Intelligent Key system warning light in
the meter blinks in yellow and the inside
warning chime sounds for a few seconds. The Intelligent Key is not in the vehicle. Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
When pushing the ignition switch The Intelligent Key system warning light in
the meter illuminates in yellow. It warns of a malfunction with the Intelli-
gent Key system.
Contact a NISSAN dealer.
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3-16Pre-driving checks and adjustments
HOW TO USE REMOTE KEYLESS
ENTRY FUNCTION
WARNING
.Radio waves could adversely affect
electric medical equipment. Those
who use a pacemaker should con-
tact the electric medical equipment
manufacturer for the possible influ-
ences before use.
. The Intelligent Key transmits radio
waves when the buttons are
pushed. The FAA advises that the
radio waves may affect aircraft na-
vigation and communication sys-
tems. Do not operate the
Intelligent Key while on an airplane.
Make sure the buttons are not
operated unintentionally when the
unit is stored during a flight.
CAUTION
.Do not allow the Intelligent Key,
which contains electrical compo-
nents, to come into contact with
water or salt water. This could affect the system function.
. Do not drop the Intelligent Key.
. Do not strike the Intelligent Key
sharply against another object.
. Do not change or modify the Intel-
ligent Key.
. Wetting may damage the Intelligent
Key. If the Intelligent Key gets wet,
immediately wipe until it is comple-
tely dry.
. If the outside temperature is below
148F( −108C) degrees, the battery of
the Intelligent key may not function
properly.
. Do not place the Intelligent Key for
an extended period in an area where
temperatures exceed 140 8F (608C) .
. Do not attach the Intelligent Key
with a key holder that contains a
magnet.
. Do not place the Intelligent Key near
equipment that produces a mag-
netic field, such as a TV, audio
equipment, personal computers or
cellular phone.
The remote keyless entry function can operate
all door locks using the remote keyless entry function of the Intelligent Key. The remote
keyless entry function can operate at a distance
of approximately 33 ft (10 m) from the vehicle.
(The operating distance depends upon the
conditions around the vehicle.)
The remote keyless entry function will not
operate:
.
When the Intelligent Key is not within the
operational range.
. When the doors are open or not closed
securely.
. When the Intelligent Key battery is dis-
charged.
The remote keyless entry function can also
operate the vehicle alarm.

SPA2252
*1LOCKbutton
*2UNLOCKbutton
*3PANICbutton
When you lock or unlock the doors, the hazard
indicator will flash and the horn will sound as a
confirmation. For details, see “Setting hazard
indicator and horn mode” (P.3-17) .
Locking doors
1. Place the ignition switch in the OFF positionand carry the Intelligent Key with you.*
2. Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
3. Close all the doors.
4. Push the LOCK
button*1on the
Intelligent Key. 5. All the doors and the back door will lock.
6. The hazard indicator flashes twice and the
horn chirps once.
*: Doors will lock with the Intelligent Key while
the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position.
Operate the door handles to confirm that the
doors have been securely locked.
Unlocking doors
1. Push the UNLOCKbutton*2on the
Intelligent Key once.
2. The hazard indicator flashes once. The driver’s door will unlock.
3. Push the UNLOCK
button again within
1 minute.
4. The hazard indicator flashes once. All the doors and the back door will unlock.
All doors will be locked automatically unless one
of the following operations is performed within 1
minute after pushing the UNLOCK
button
while the doors are locked.
. Opening any door (including the back door) .
. Pushing the ignition switch.
During this 1-minute time period, if the UNLOCK
button is pushed, all doors will be locked
automatically after another 1 minute.
Using panic alarm
If 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
Intelligent 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 is pushed. (Note: the PANIC button must
be pushed for more than 1 second.)
Setting hazard indicator and horn mode
This 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 UNLOCKbutton is
pushed, neither the hazard indicator nor the
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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.
SPA2607
When opening the hood:
1. Pull the hood release handle
*1located
below the instrument panel; the hood will
then spring up slightly.
2. Locate the lever
*2in between the hood
and grille, and push the lever sideways with
your fingertips.
3. Raise the hood
*3.
4. Remove the support rod
*4from the hood
and insert it into the slot
*5.
Hold the coated part
*Awhen removing or
resetting the support rod. Avoid direct
contact with the metal parts, as they may
be hot immediately after the engine has been stopped.
When closing the hood:
1. While supporting the hood, return the
support rod to its original position.
2. Slowly lower the hood to about 8 to 12 in (20 to 30 cm) above the hood lock, then let
it drop.
3. Make sure it is securely latched.
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HOOD

3-20Pre-driving checks and adjustments
WARNING
.Always be sure the back door has
been closed securely to prevent it
from opening while driving.
. Do not drive with the back door
open. This could allow dangerous
exhaust gases to be drawn into the
vehicle. See “Exhaust gas (carbon
monoxide)” (P.5-2) of this manual.
. Make sure that all passengers have
their hands, etc. inside the vehicle
before closing the back door.
SPA2608
To open the back door, unlock it and pull the
handle.
The back door can be unlocked by:
. pushing the UNLOCK
button on the
keyfob or the Intelligent Key (if so equipped)
twice.
. pushing the back door request switch (if so
equipped) .
. pushing the power door lock switch to the
unlock position.
. inserting the key into the driver’s door key
cylinder and turning it to the rear of the
vehicle twice.
SPA2609
CAUTION
Do not step or place heavy objects on
the back door opening (over the rear
combination lights) . Doing so could
cause damage to the rear combination
lights and/or personal injury.
BACK DOOR

SPA2336
OPENING THE FUEL-FILLER DOOR
To open the fuel-filler door, pull the release
handle located below the instrument panel. To
lock, close the fuel-filler door securely.
SPA2800
FUEL-FILLER CAP
To remove the fuel-filler cap:
1. Turn the fuel-filler cap counterclockwise
*1to remove.
2. Put the fuel-filler cap on the cap holder
*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
*2until a
single click is heard.
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.
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FUEL-FILLER DOOR