
warning message is displayed on the twin
trip odometer. If 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 dealer. You do not need to have
your vehicle towed to the dealer.
. Malfunction indicator light blinking — An
engine misfire has been detected which may
damage the emission control system.
To reduce or avoid emission control system
damage:
1) Do not drive at speeds above 45 MPH
(72 km/h).
2) Avoid hard acceleration or deceleration.
3) Avoid steep uphill grades.
4) If possible, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled or towed.
The malfunction indicator light may stop
blinking and remain on.
Have the vehicle inspected by a NISSAN
dealer. You do not need to have your vehicle
towed to the dealer.
CAUTION
Continued vehicle operation without
having the emission control system
and/or CVT system checked and re-
paired as necessary could lead to poor
driveability, reduced fuel economy, and
possible damage to the emission con-
trol system.
Security indicator light
The light blinks when the ignition switch is in the
ACC, OFF or LOCK position. This function
indicates the security system equipped on the
vehicle is operational.
If the security system is malfunctioning, this light
will remain on while the ignition switch is in the
ON position. For additional information, see
“Security systems” (P.2-29) .
Turn signal/hazard indicator lights
The light flashes when the turn signal switch
lever or hazard switch is turned on.
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off
indicator light
The light comes on when the Vehicle Dynamic
Control (VDC) off switch is pushed to OFF. This
indicates that the VDC system and traction
control system are not operating.
AUDIBLE REMINDERS
Key reminder chime
Models with Intelligent Key system:
A chime will sound if the driver side door is
opened while the ignition switch is pushed to
the ACC position.
Make sure the ignition switch is pushed to the
OFF position, and take the Intelligent Key with
you when leaving the vehicle.
Models without Intelligent Key system:
The key reminder chime sounds if the driver’s
side door is opened while the key is left in the
ignition switch and the ignition switch is in the
ACC, OFF or LOCK position. Remove the key
and take it with you when leaving the vehicle.
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SIC3670
Headlight beam select
*1To select the low beam, put the lever in the
neutral position as shown.
*2To select the high beam, push the lever forward
while the switch is in theposition. Pull it
back to select the low beam.
*3Pulling the lever toward you will flash the
headlight high beam even when the headlight
switch is in the OFF position.
Battery saver system
. When the headlight switch is in theorposition while the ignition switch is in
the ON position, the lights will automatically
turn off within a period of time after the
ignition switch has been placed in the OFF
position.
. When the headlight switch remains in the
orposition after the lights auto-
matically turn off, the lights will turn on when
the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position.
CAUTION
. When you turn on the headlight
switch again after the lights auto-
matically turn off, the lights will not
turn off automatically. Be sure to
turn the light switch to the OFF
position when you leave the vehicle
for extended periods of time, other-
wise the battery will be discharged.
. Never leave the light switch on
when the engine is not running for
extended periods of time even if the
headlights turn off automatically.
Daytime running light system (for NISMO
models and Canada)
The daytime running lights automatically illumi-
nate when the engine is started with the parking
brake released. The daytime running lights
operate with the headlight switch in the OFF
position or in the
position. Turn the head-
light switch to theposition for full illumina-
tion when driving at night. (For NISMO models:
The daytime running lights will turn off.)
If the parking brake is applied before the engine
is started, the daytime running lights do not
illuminate. The daytime running lights illuminate
once the parking brake is released. The daytime
running lights will remain on until the ignition
switch is placed in the OFF position.
WARNING
When the daytime running light system
is active, tail lights on your vehicle are
not on. It is necessary at dusk to turn on
your headlights. Failure to do so could
cause an accident injuring yourself and
others.
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SIC3672
FOG LIGHT SWITCH (if so equipped)
To turn the fog lights on, turn the headlight
switch to theposition, then turn the switch
to theposition. To turn them off, turn the
switch to the OFF position.
The headlights must be on for the fog lights to
operate.
When the headlight switch is in the AUTO
position, turning the fog light switch to the
position will turn on the headlights, fog lights
and the other lights while the ignition switch is in
the ON position or the engine is running.
SIC4521
To sound the horn, push the center pad area of
the steering wheel.
WARNING
Do not disassemble the horn. Doing so
could affect proper operation of the
supplemental front air bag system.
Tampering with the supplemental front
air bag system may result in serious
personal injury.
SIC4544
The vehicle should be driven with the Vehicle
Dynamic Control (VDC) system on for most
driving 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 light will illuminate.
Push the VDC OFF switch again or restart the
engine to turn on the system. (See “Vehicle
Dynamic Control (VDC) system” (P.5-41) .)
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HORN VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC)
OFF SWITCH

Auto reverse function
WARNING
There are some small distances imme-
diately before the closed position which
cannot be detected. Make sure that all
passengers have their hands, etc., in-
side the vehicle before closing the
moonroof.
If the control unit detects something caught in
the moonroof when it is closing, the moonroof
will be immediately opened.
The auto reverse function can be activated when
the moonroof is closed by automatic operation
when the ignition switch is in the ON position or
for about 45 seconds after the ignition switch is
turned to the OFF position.
If the moonroof cannot be closed automatically
when the auto reverse function activates due to
a malfunction, push and hold the switch toward
*2.
Depending on the environment or driving
conditions, the auto reverse function may
be activated if an impact or load similar to
something being caught in the moonroof
occurs.
If the moonroof does not operate
If the moonroof does not operate properly,
perform the following procedure to initialize the
moonroof operation system.
1. If the moonroof is open, close it fully by repeatedly pushing the switch toward
*2.
2. Push and hold the switch toward
*2to
tilt the moonroof up.
3. Release the moonroof switch after the moonroof moves slightly up and down.
4. Push and hold the switch toward
*1to
fully tilt the moonroof down.
5. Check if the moonroof switch operates normally.
If the moonroof does not operate properly after
performing the procedure above, have your
vehicle checked by a NISSAN dealer.
CAUTION
Do not use for extended periods of time
with the engine stopped. This could
result in a discharged battery.
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INTERIOR LIGHTS

3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Keys ........................................................................\
...................... 3-2NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System keys ................... 3-2
Intelligent Keys (if so equipped) ..................................... 3-3
Doors ........................................................................\
.................... 3-4 Locking with key .................................................................. 3-5
Locking with inside lock knob .......................................... 3-5
Locking with power door lock switch ............................ 3-5
Automatic door locks ......................................................... 3-6
Child safety rear door lock ............................................... 3-6
Remote keyless entry system (if so equipped) ................. 3-7
How to use remote keyless entry system ..................... 3-8
Intelligent Key system (if so equipped) ............................ 3-10 Intelligent Key operating range ..................................... 3-12
Door locks/unlocks precaution ..................................... 3-12
Intelligent Key operation ................................................. 3-13
Battery saver system ....................................................... 3-14 Warning lights and audible reminders ...................... 3-14
Troubleshooting guide .................................................. 3-15
How to use remote keyless entry function .............. 3-16
Hood ........................................................................\
................. 3-19
Lift gate ........................................................................\
............ 3-20
Front side and rear unique parts (NISMO models) ..... 3-20
Fuel-filler door ........................................................................\
3-21 Opening the fuel-filler door ......................................... 3-21
Fuel-filler cap .................................................................. 3-21
Tilt steering column .............................................................. 3-23
Tilt operation ................................................................... 3-24
Sun visors ........................................................................\
........ 3-24
Mirrors ........................................................................\
............. 3-25
Inside mirror ..................................................................... 3-25
Outside mirrors ............................................................... 3-25
Vanity mirror ..................................................................... 3-27

3-6Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Lockout protection
Lockout protection function helps to prevent the
keys from being accidentally locked inside the
vehicle.
For models with Intelligent Key system:
.When the power door lock switch is moved
to the lock position with the ignition switch
placed in the ACC or ON position and any
door open, all doors will lock and then
unlock automatically.
. When the power door lock switch is moved
to the lock position with the Intelligent Key
left in the vehicle and any door open, all
doors will unlock automatically and a chime
will sound after the door is closed.
For models without Intelligent Key system:
When the power door lock switch is moved to
the lock position with the key in the ignition
switch and any door open, all doors will lock and
then unlock automatically.
AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKS
. All doors lock automatically when the vehicle
speed reaches 15 MPH (24 km/h) .
. All doors unlock automatically when the
ignition switch is placed in the OFF position
(models with Intelligent Key system) . .
All doors unlock automatically when the key
is removed from the ignition switch (models
without Intelligent Key system) .
The automatic unlock function can be
deactivated or activated.
To deactivate or activate the automatic door
unlock system, perform the following procedure.
1. Close all doors.
2. Place the ignition switch in the ON position.
3. Within 20 seconds of performing step 2.
.Push and hold the power door lock switch to the(UNLOCK) position
for more than 5 seconds.
4. When activated, the hazard warning lights will flash twice. When deactivated, the
hazard warning lights will flash once.
5. The ignition switch must be placed in the OFF and ON position again between each
setting change.
When the automatic door unlock system is
deactivated, the doors do not unlock when the
ignition is placed in the OFF position. To unlock
the door manually, use the inside lock knob or
the power door lock switch.SPA2801
CHILD SAFETY REAR DOOR LOCK
Child safety rear door locks help prevent the rear
doors from being opened accidentally, espe-
cially when small children are in the vehicle.
When the levers are in the lock position
*1, the rear doors can be opened only
from the outside.
To disengage, move the levers to the unlock
position
*2.

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 lift gate 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 lift gate) .
. 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-
22).

3-14Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Locking doors
1. Place the ignition switch in the OFF positionand carry the Intelligent Key with you.*1
2. Close all the doors.*2
3. Push the door handle request switch (dri- ver’s or front passenger’s)
*Aor the lift
gate request switch
*Bwhile carrying the
Intelligent Key with you.*3
4. All the doors and the lift gate will lock.
5. The hazard indicator flashes twice and the outside chime sounds twice.
*1: Doors will lock with the request switch while the
ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position.
*2: Doors will not lock with the request switch while any door is open.
*3: Doors will not lock with the request switch when the Intelligent Key is left inside the vehicle.
However, when an Intelligent Key is inside the
vehicle, doors can be locked with another
registered Intelligent Key.
Unlocking doors
1. Push the door handle request switch*Aor
the lift gate request switch
*Bwhile
carrying the Intelligent Key with you.
2. The hazard indicator flashes once and out- side chime sounds once. The corresponding
door or the lift gate will unlock. 3. Push the request switch again within 1
minute.
4. The hazard indicator flashes once and out- side chime sounds once again. All the doors
and the lift gate will unlock.
All doors will be locked automatically unless one
of the following operations is performed within 1
minute after pushing the request switch while
the doors are locked.
. Opening any door.
. Pushing the ignition switch.
During this 1-minute time period, if the UNLOCK
button on the Intelligent Key is pushed, all
doors will be locked automatically after another
1 minute.
Opening lift gate
1. Carry the Intelligent Key.
2. Push the lift gate opener switch
*C.
3. The lift gate will unlock.
BATTERY SAVER SYSTEM
When all the following conditions are met for a
period of time, the battery saver system will cut
off the power supply to prevent battery dis-
charge.
. The ignition switch is in the ACC position,
and .
All doors are closed, and
. The shift lever is in the P (Park) position
(Continuously Variable Transmission mod-
els) .
WARNING LIGHTS AND AUDIBLE
REMINDERS
To help prevent the vehicle from moving
unexpectedly by erroneous operation of the
Intelligent Key listed on the following chart or
to help prevent the vehicle from being stolen,
chime or beep sounds inside and outside the
vehicle and a warning light illuminates or blinks.
When a chime or beep sounds or the warning
light illuminates or blinks, be sure to check the
vehicle and Intelligent Key.
See “Troubleshooting guide” (P.3-15) and
“Warning/indicator lights and audible remin-
ders” (P.2-12) .
Intelligent Key system warning light:
P position selecting warning light: