
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

3-4Pre-driving checks and adjustments
SPA2033
Mechanical key
To remove the mechanical key, release the lock
knob at the back of the Intelligent Key.
To install the mechanical key, firmly insert it into
the Intelligent Key until the lock knob returns to
the lock position.
Use the mechanical key to lock or unlock the
doors. (See “Doors” (P.3-4).)
CAUTION
Always carry the mechanical key in-
stalled in the Intelligent Key.
WARNING
.Always have the doors locked while
driving. Along with the use of seat
belts, this provides greater safety in
the event of an accident by helping
to prevent persons from being
thrown from the vehicle. This also
helps keep children and others from
unintentionally opening the doors,
and will help keep out intruders.
. Before opening any door, always
look for and avoid oncoming traffic.
. Do not leave children unattended
inside the vehicle. They could un-
knowingly activate switches or con-
trols. Unattended children could
become involved in serious acci-
dents.
DOORS

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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.

It is possible to lock/unlock all doors (including
the lift gate) , and activate the panic alarm by
using the keyfob from outside the vehicle.
Before locking the doors, make sure the
key is not left in the vehicle.
The keyfob can operate at a distance of
approximately 33 ft (10 m) from the vehicle.
(The effective distance depends upon the
conditions around the vehicle.)
As many as 5 keyfobs can be used with one
vehicle. For information concerning the pur-
chase and use of additional keyfobs, contact a
NISSAN dealer.
The keyfob will not function in the following
situations.
.When the keyfob is not within the opera-
tional range.
. When the doors are open or not closed
securely.
. When the ignition switch is in the “ON”
position.
. When the battery is discharged.
WARNING
The remote keyless entry keyfob trans-
mits radio waves when the buttons are
pushed. The FAA advises that the radio waves may affect aircraft navigation
and communication systems. Do not
operate the keyfob while on an air-
plane. Make sure the buttons are not
operated unintentionally when the unit
is stored during a flight.
CAUTION
The following conditions or occur-
rences will damage the keyfob.
.
Do not allow the keyfob to become
wet.
. Do not drop the keyfob.
. Do not strike the keyfob sharply
against another object.
. If the outside temperature is below
148F( −108 C) , the battery of the
Intelligent Key may not function
properly.
. Do not place the keyfob for an
extended period in an area where
temperatures exceed 1408F (608C) .
If a keyfob is lost or stolen, NISSAN
recommends erasing the ID code of that
keyfob. This will prevent the keyfob from unauthorized use to unlock the
vehicle. For information regarding the
erasing procedure, please contact a
NISSAN dealer.
If the indicator light on the keyfob does not
illuminate when pushing the buttons, the keyfob
battery may be discharged.
For information regarding the replacement of a
battery, see “Key battery replacement” (P.8-22) .
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REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM
(if so equipped)

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).

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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.
The Intelligent Key system 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 condi-
tions may affect the Intelligent Key system
operation.
Be sure to read the following before using the
Intelligent Key system.
CAUTION
. Be sure to carry the Intelligent Key
with you when operating the vehi-
cle.
. 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
Intelligent Key system transmits weak radio
waves. Environmental conditions may interfere
with the operation of the Intelligent Key system
under the following operating conditions.
. When operating near a location where
strong radio waves are transmitted, such
as a TV tower, power station and broad-
casting station.
. When in possession of wireless equipment,
such as a cellular phone, 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 computer.
. 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.
Since the Intelligent Key is continuously receiv-
ing radio waves, if the key is left near equipment
which transmits strong radio waves, such as
signals from a TV and personal computer, the
battery life may become shorter.
For information regarding replacement of a
battery, see “Key battery replacement” (P.8-22) .
As many as 4 Intelligent Keys can be registered
and used with one vehicle. For information about
the purchase and use of additional Intelligent
Keys, contact a NISSAN dealer.
CAUTION
. Do not allow the Intelligent Key,
which contains electrical compo-
nents, to come into contact with
water or salt water. This could affect
INTELLIGENT KEY SYSTEM (if so
equipped)

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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:

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 warning chime
sounds continuously (Continuously Variable
Transmission models) . 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 continuously
(Continuously Variable Transmission models) . The ignition switch is in the ACC or ON
position.Push the ignition switch to the OFF posi-
tion.
When opening the driver’s door
to get out of the vehicle The inside warning chime sounds continuously. The ignition switch is in the ACC
position.Push the ignition switch to the OFF posi-
tion.
When closing the door after get-
ting 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 posi-
tion.
The P position selecting warning light in the
meter illuminates and the outside chime
sounds continuously (Continuously Variable
Transmission models) . 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
Intelligent 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.8-22) .)
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
Intelligent Key system.
Contact a NISSAN dealer.
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