2014 NISSAN QASHQAI warning

WARNING
In freezing temperatures the washer fluid may
freeze on the windscreen and obscure your vi-
sion. Warm the windscreen with the defogger be-
fore you wash it.
CAUTION
•Do not open/release the bonnet when the
front wiper arms are raised from their original
position.
•Do not operate the washer continuously for
more than 15 seconds.
•Do not operate the washer if the reservoir
tank is empty or frozen.
WINDSCREEN
The windscreen wiper and washer can be operated
when the ignition switch is in the ON position.
Wiper operation
Move the lever up or down to operate the wiper at
the following speeds:
•j1:Intermittent ()—TypeAorAUTO—
Type B (where fitted) operates the rain-sensing
auto wiper system. (See “Rain sensor (where
fitted)” later in this section.).
– The intermittent operation speed can be ad-
justed by rotating the ring forward
jA (slower)
or backwardjB (faster).
– The wiper operation speed will vary in accor-
dance with the vehicle speed in the AUTO
position. For example, when the vehicle
speed is high, the intermittent operation
speed will be faster.
•j2:Low ()– for continuous low speed op-
eration
•j3:High ()– for continuous high speed
operation
•j4 : — for a single sweep operation of the wiper.
Washer operation
Pull the lever towards youj5 to operate the washer.
For every fifth operation of the wiper and washer,
the headlight washing system (where fitted) will be
activated to clean the headlights. The headlight
washing system is only activated while the headlight
switch is in the
position. See “Headlight
cleaner (where fitted)” later in this section.
NIC2125Type A (without AUTO mode)
NIC2173Type B (with AUTO mode)
WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH
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Wiper drip wipe system (where fitted):
The wiper will also operate once about 3 seconds
after using the washer. This operation is to wipe
washer fluid that has dripped on the windscreen.
Rain sensor (where fitted)
The sensor of the rain-sensing auto wiper system
located on the upper part of the windscreen, in front
of the rear view mirror, can automatically turn on the
wipers and adjust the wiper speed depending on
the rainfall intensity and the vehicle speed when the
lever in the AUTO position
j1.
The sensitivity can be adjusted by rotating the ring
of the wiper switch forward
jA — less sensitive, or
backwardjB — more sensitive.
NOTE
•Be sure to turn off the rain-sensing auto wiper
system when the car is in the car wash.
•Leaving the lever in AUTO position will not
harm the rain sensor system, although occa-
sional unexpected activation of the wipers
may occur.
•If the switch is left in the AUTO position, the
wipers may operate unexpectedly when dirt,
fingerprints, oil film or insects are covering
the windscreen of the rain sensor location.
The wipers may also operate when exhaust
gas or moisture affects the rain sensor.
•Do not touch or cover the windscreen where
the rain sensor is located. The wipers may
operate unexpectedly when the wiper switchis in the AUTO position and the ignition switch
is in the ON position. This can cause an injury
or a wiper damage.
REAR WINDOW
WARNING
In freezing temperatures the washer solution
may freeze on the rear window and obscure your
vision. Warm the rear window with the rear win-
dow defogger before using the rear wipers.
CAUTION
•Do not operate the washer continuously for
more than 15 seconds.
•Do not operate the washer if the reservoir
tank is empty or frozen.
The rear window wiper and washer operates when
the ignition switch is in the ON position.
Wiper operation
Turn the switch clockwise to the intermittent (,j1 ) position or continuous (,j2 ) position for
wiper operation.
To stop the wiper operation, turn the switch back to
the OFF position.
Washer operation:
To operate the washer, push the lever towards the
front of the vehicle
j3 until the desired amount of
washer fluid is spread on the rear window. The wiper
will automatically operate several times.
Wiper drip wipe system (where fitted):
The wiper will also operate once about 3 seconds
after using the washer. This operation is to wipe
washer fluid that has dripped on the windscreen.
The mode can be turned off. For details, see “Ve-
hicle information display” later in this section.
Reverse synchronisation function
(where fitted)
When the windscreen wiper switch is in either the
intermittent or AUTO (where fitted), low or high
speed position, placing the shift lever in the R (Re-
verse) position will operate the rear window wiper.
The mode can be turned off. For details, see “Ve-
hicle information display” later in this section.
NIC2174
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DYNAMIC HIGH BEAM ASSISTANT
(where fitted)
A camera-controlled high beam assistant which
changes from low beam to high beam automatically.Precautions:
WARNING
The dynamic high beam assistant cannot com-
pensate for road and weather circumstances
while driving. The system saves the driver from
having to operate the switch. The driver always
remains responsible for choosing the correct
light setting.
Specific situations in which to operate the head
light switch manually:
•In heavy rain, snowy conditions. (general poor
visibility and bad weather conditions).
•When the vehicle sensors are dirty, covered
or broken.
Dynamic high beam assistant activated:
When the headlight switch is in the AUTO position,
the light sensor detects darkness, and the vehicle
speed is over 20 km/h (15 MPH), the dynamic high
beam assistant is operational. The dynamic high
beam assistant indicator light
in the instrument
panel is on.
The system operates as follows:
•High beam comes on automatically in dark con-
ditions:
If the vehicle speed is over 40 km/h (25 MPH)
and no other road users are recognised.
The
high beam light (blue) comes on addi-
tionally.
•High beam turns off automatically:
If the vehicle speed drops below 25 km/h (15
MPH) or other road users are detected.
The
High beam light (blue) turns off.
To disable the dynamic high beam assistant:
To turn the dynamic high beam assistant off turn the
head light switch to the OFF,
,orposi-
tion.
“Friendly Lighting”
The “Friendly Lighting” function is a convenience
facility. It allows you to provide lighting from the
vehicle after the ignition switch has been turned to
the LOCK position and the headlight switch is in the
OFF or AUTO (where fitted) position. Pulling the
headlight switch toward you once will activate the
headlight for approximately 30 seconds. After that
period of time, it will automatically switch off.
It is possible to pull the headlight switch up to four
times to increase the lighting period up to 2 minutes.
NOTE
The “Friendly Lighting” function can be cancelled
by switching the ignition switch to the Acc or ON
position again.
Battery save function
The battery save feature prevents your vehicle from
discharging the battery after you have left the exter-
nal lights, map lamps or room lamps on when exit-
ing the vehicle. This occurs when the ignition switch
or ignition knob is switched to the “OFF” or LOCK
position after the engine has been running.
NIC2211
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To turn the front fog lights on, turn the headlight
switch to theoror AUTO (where fitted)
position and turn the fog light switch to theposi-
tion. The front fog lights and indicator light will come
on. The fog light switch will return to the “OFF”
position (—). For additional information, see “Warn-
ing/indicator lights and audible reminders” earlier in
this section.
To turn the front fog lights off, turn the fog light
switch to the
position again. The front fog lights
and indicator light will turn off. The fog light switch
will return to the “OFF” position.
NOTE
If the headlight switch is turned to the “OFF” po-
sition(—),thefrontfoglightwillswitchoffauto-
matically.
REAR FOG LIGHT (where fitted)
The rear fog light should only be used when visibility
is seriously reduced – generally, to less than 100 m
(328 ft).
To turn the rear fog light on, turn the headlight switch
to the
oror AUTO (where fitted) position
and turn the fog light switch to theposition. The
rear fog light and indicator light will come on. The
fog light switch will return to the “OFF” position (—
). For additional information, see “Warning/indicator
lights and audible reminders” earlier in this section.If the front fog lights (where fitted) are already turned
on with the headlight switch in the
position,
you can turn on the rear fog light without first turn-
ing the headlight switch to the
or AUTO (where
fitted) position.
To turn the rear fog light off, turn the fog light switch
to the
position again.
NOTE
If the headlight switch is turned to the “OFF” po-
sition(—),therearfoglightwillswitchoffauto-
matically.
HEADLIGHT AIMING CONTROL
SWITCH (where fitted)
Depending on the number of occupants in the ve-
hicle and the load it is carrying, the headlight axis
may be higher than desired. If the vehicle is travel-
ling on a hilly road, the headlights may directly hit the
rear-view mirror of the vehicle ahead or the wind-
screen of an oncoming vehicle. The light axis can be
NIC2200LHD models
NIC2201RHD models
HEADLIGHT AIMING CONTROL
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WARNING
Take care as the power outlet and plug may be
hot during or immediately after use.
CAUTION
•This power outlet is not designed for use with
a cigarette lighter unit.
•Do not use with accessories that exceed a 12
volt, 120 W (10 A) power draw. Do not use
double adaptors or more than one electrical
accessory.
•Use this power outlet with the engine running
(do not use for extended periods of time with
the engine stopped or idling).
•Avoid using when the air conditioner, head-
lights or rear window defogger are on.
•When not in use, be sure that the cap is
closed. Do not allow water to come into con-
tact with the outlet.
•Before inserting or disconnecting a plug, be
sure to turn off the power switch of the elec-
trical accessory being used or remove the key
from the ignition to turn the Acc power of the
vehicle off.
•Fully push the plug in sufficiently. If sufficient
contact is not made, the plug may overheat or
the internal temperature fuse may blow.
STORAGE TRAYS
WARNING
To help prevent injury in an accident or sudden
stop, do not place sharp objects in the trays.
GLOVE BOX
WARNING
Keep the glove box lid closed while driving to
help prevent injury in an accident or a sudden
stop.
To open the glove box, lift the latch and lower the lid.
Towards the rear of the glove box an elastic strap
can be used to hold the Owner’s Manual pack.
NIC2177Centre console
NIC2135Front armrest
NIC2136
POWER OUTLET STORAGE
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Sunglasses holder (where fitted)
WARNING
The sunglasses holder should not be used while
driving so that full attention may be given to ve-
hicle operation.
The glove box contains a sunglasses storage area,
which is accessible when the glove box is open.
CONSOLE BOX
WARNING
The centre console box should not be used while
driving so that full attention may be given to ve-
hicle operation.
To open the console box lid, pull the lever
j1orj2
and pull up the lid.
When the lever
j1 on the right side is pulled, the
upper case is available for storing some small items.
When the lever
j2 on the left side is pulled, the bot-
tom case is available for storing some larger ones.
To close, push the lid down until the lock latches.
The console box lid contains designated storage
areas, for example, for CDs, coins, and business
cards.
Cable slots
The console box contains openings in the sidesj1
and frontj2 to allow cables to be routed through
the console box lid. For more information, see
“Power outlet” earlier in this section and “AUX
socket” later in this section
SIC3809Z
NAA1497
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CUP HOLDERS
WARNING
Cup holders should not be used while driving so
that full attention may be given to vehicle opera-
tion.
To access the rear cup holders (where fitted), lower
the centre armrest.
CAUTION
•Avoid abrupt starting and braking when the
cup holder is being used to prevent spillage.
If the liquid is hot, it can scald you or your pas-
senger.
•Use only soft cups in the cup holder. Hard
objects can injure you in an accident.
BOTTLE HOLDER
CAUTION
•Do not use the bottle holder for any other
objects that could be thrown about in the ve-
hicle and possibly injure people during sud-
den braking or an accident.
•Do not use the bottle holder for open liquid
containers.
COAT HOOKS
CAUTION
Do not apply a load of more than 1 kg (2 lbs) to
the hook.
The coat hooks are fitted at the rear assist grips.
MAP POCKET (where fitted)
Map pockets are located in the doors.
SEAT POCKET (where fitted)
A seat pocket (where fitted) is located on the back
of the driver and/or passenger seat.
NIC2138NIC2139
SIC3505Z
NIC1835Seat pocket (where fitted)
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ROOF RAIL (where fitted)
Luggage can be carried on the roof by securing
crossbars to the roof rail. Follow all crossbar manu-
facturers instructions for installing and use of the
crossbars. The roof rail is designed to carry loads
(luggage plus crossbars) below 75 kg (165 lb).
Overloading may cause damage to the vehicle.
PARCEL SHELF
WARNING
•Never put anything on the parcel shelf, no
matter how small. Any object on it could cause
an injury in case of an accident or if the brakes
are applied suddenly.
•Do not leave the parcel shelf in position when
it is disengaged from the grooves.
•Properly secure all cargo to help prevent it
from sliding or shifting. Do not place cargo
higher than the seatbacks. In a sudden stop
or collision, unsecured cargo could cause per-
sonal injury
•The child restraint top tether strap may be
damaged by contact with the parcel shelf or
items in the luggage compartment area. Re-
move the parcel shelf from the vehicle or store
it in its storage space. Also, secure any lose
items in the luggage compartment. Your child
could be seriously injured or killed in a colli-
sion if the top tether strap is damaged.
Removal
1. Open the back door (see “Back door lock” in the
“2. Pre-driving checks and adjustments” sec-
tion).
2. Detach both of the ropes (left and right)
j1 from
the inside of the back door.
3. Detach the parcel shelf by simply pulling it rear-
wards through the back door opening.
NIC1452
NIC2140
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