2014 NISSAN QASHQAI warning

Foreword
Welcome to the growing family of new NISSAN owners. This vehicle has been delivered to you with confidence. It has been produced using the latest techniques
and strict quality control.
This manual was prepared to help you understand the operation and maintenance of your vehicle so that you may enjoy many kilometres (miles) of driving pleasure.
Please read through this manual before operating your vehicle.
A separate Warranty Information & Maintenance Booklet explains in detail the warranty coverage that applies to your vehicle.
Your NISSAN dealer knows your vehicle best. When you require any service or have any questions, your NISSAN dealer will be glad to assist you with the extensive
resources available for you.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
REMINDERS FOR SAFETY!
Follow these important driving rules to help ensure a safe and complete trip for
you and your passengers!
•NEVER drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
•ALWAYS observe posted speed limits and never drive too fast for condi-
tions.
•ALWAYS use your seat belts and appropriate child restraint systems.
Preteen children should be seated in the rear seat.
•ALWAYS provide information about the proper use of vehicle safety fea-
tures to all occupants of the vehicle.
•ALWAYS review this Owner’s Manual for important safety information.
WHEN READING THE MANUAL
This manual includes information for all options available on this model. There-
fore, you may find some information that does not apply to your vehicle.
All information, specifications and illustrations in this manual are those in effect
at the time of printing. NISSAN reserves the right to change specifications or
designs at any time without notice and without obligation.
MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE
This vehicle should not be modified. Modifications could affect its performance,
safety or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition,
damage or performance problems resulting from modifications may not be cov-
ered under NISSAN warranties.
READ FIRST — THEN DRIVE SAFELY
Before driving your vehicle, read this Owner’s Manual carefully. This will ensure
familiarity with controls and maintenance requirements, assisting you in the safe
operation of your vehicle.
Throughout this manual the following symbols and words are used:
WARNING
Indicates the presence of a hazard that could cause death or serious per-
sonal injury. To avoid or reduce the risk, the procedures described must be
followed precisely.
CAUTION
Indicates the presence of a hazard that could cause minor or moderate per-
sonal injury, or damage to your vehicle. To avoid or reduce the risk, the pro-
cedures described must be followed carefully.
NOTE
Indicates additional helpful information.

The Blue Citizenship symbol indicates environmentally friendly information and
best practices.
This symbol means“Do not do this”or“Do not let this happen”.
Arrows in an illustration that are similar to these point to the front of the vehicle.
Arrows in an illustration that are similar to these indicate movement or action.
Arrows in an illustration that are similar to these call attention to an item in the
illustration.“NEVER use a rearward facing child restraint on a seat protected by an ACTIVE
AIRBAG in front of it, DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY to the CHILD can occur.”
Be sure to read the “Airbag warning labels” description in the Safety section of
this manual; and the “Airbag label” description at the end of this manual.
ON-PAVEMENT AND OFF-ROAD DRIVING (4WD models)
This vehicle will handle and manoeuvre differently from an ordinary passenger
vehicle, because it has a higher centre of gravity. As with other vehicles with fea-
tures of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of
control or an accident.
Be sure to read “On-pavement and off-road driving precautions” and “Four-
wheel drive (4WD)” in the “5. Starting and driving” section of this manual.
BATTERY DISPOSAL
CAUTION
An improperly disposed battery can harm the environment. Always confirm
local regulations for battery disposal.

LEFT HAND DRIVE
1.Left and right side vents (P. 4-14)
2.Front passenger’s supplemental front-impact
air bag (P. 1-30)
3.Centre vents (P. 4-14)
4.Hazard warning flasher switch (P. 6-2)5.Audio system* (P. 4-23)
— NissanConnect* *1(P. 4-38)
— without navigation* (P. 4-24)
6.Ignition switch (behind steering wheel)
(P. 5-11)
— Push Button ignition switch* (P. 5-12)
7.Steering wheel switches
— Cruise control* (P. 5-36)— Speed limiter* (P. 5-38)
— Mobile phone integration for FM-AM radio
with CD player without navigation* (P. 4-39)
— Mobile phone integration for
NissanConnect* *
1(P. 4-38)
8.Meters, gauges, warning/indicator lights,
vehicle information display (P. 2-2, P. 2-4,
P. 2-13)
9.Steering wheel switches
— Vehicle information display switches
(P. 2-13)
— Audio control* (P. 4-38)
10.Heater and air conditioner (P. 4-15)
11.Glove box (P. 2-42)
* where fitted
*
1Refer to the separately provided NissanConnect
Owner’s Manual.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL LAYOUT
0-8Illustrated table of contents

RIGHT HAND DRIVE
1.Left and right side vents (P. 4-14)
2.Front passenger’s supplemental front-impact
air bag (P. 1-30)
3.Centre vents (P. 4-14)
4.Hazard warning flasher switch (P. 6-2)5.Audio system* (P. 4-23)
— NissanConnect* *1(P. 4-38)
— without navigation* (P. 4-24)
6.Ignition switch (behind steering wheel)
(P. 5-11)
— Push Button ignition switch* (P. 5-12)
7.Steering wheel switches
— Vehicle information display switches(P. 2-13)
— Audio control* (P. 4-38)
8.Meters, gauges, warning/indicator lights,
vehicle information display (P. 2-2, P. 2-4,
P. 2-13)
9.Steering wheel switches*
— Cruise control* (P. 5-36)
— Speed limiter* (P. 5-38)
— Mobile phone integration for FM-AM radio
with CD player without navigation* (P. 4-39)
— Mobile phone integration for
NissanConnect* *
1(P. 4-38)
10.Heater and air conditioner (P. 4-15)
11.Glove box (P. 2-42)
* where fitted
*
1Refer to the separately provided NissanConnect
Owner’s Manual.
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Illustrated table of contents0-9

1.Tachometer (P. 2-2),
— Warning/indicator lights (P. 2-4)
2.Vehicle information display (P. 2-13)
3.Speedometer (P. 2-2)
— Warning/indicator lights (P. 2-4)
4.Fuel gauge (P. 2-2)
5.Engine coolant temperature gauge (P. 2-3)
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METERS AND GAUGES
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1Safety — seats, seat belts and supplemental
restraint systemSafety — seats, seat belts and supplemental
restraint system
Seats ....................................................................... 1-2
Front seats ......................................................... 1-3
Seat heater (where fitted) ................................... 1-4
Rear seats .......................................................... 1-5
Armrests (where fitted) ....................................... 1-5
Head restraints ........................................................ 1-6
Adjustable head restraint components................. 1-6
Non-adjustable head restraint components .......... 1-6
Remove .............................................................. 1-7
Install.................................................................. 1-7
Adjust ................................................................. 1-7
Seat belts ................................................................ 1-8
Precautions on seat belt usage ........................... 1-8
Child safety ........................................................ 1-9
Pregnant women ................................................ 1-10
Injured persons................................................... 1-10
Seat belt warnings .............................................. 1-10
Three-point type seat belt.................................... 1-11
Seat belt maintenance ........................................ 1-12Pre-tensioner seat belt system ................................. 1-13
Child safety ............................................................. 1-14
Infants ................................................................ 1-14
Small children ..................................................... 1-14
Larger children ................................................... 1-15
Legal requirements ............................................. 1-15
Child restraints ........................................................ 1-15
Precautions on child restraints ............................ 1-15
Child restraint and ISOFIX information ................ 1-16
ISOFIX child restraint system.............................. 1-21
Child restraint anchorage .................................... 1-22
Child restraint installation using ISOFIX .............. 1-23
Child restraint installation using three-point
type seat belt ...................................................... 1-25
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ..................... 1-29
Precautions on Supplemental Restraint
System (SRS)..................................................... 1-29
Supplemental air bag systems ............................ 1-33
Repair and replacement procedure ..................... 1-37

WARNING
•Do not ride in a moving vehicle when the
seatback is reclined. This can be dangerous.
The shoulder belt will not be against your
body. In an accident, you could be thrown into
it and receive neck or other serious injuries.
You could also slide under the lap belt and
receive serious internal injuries.
•For the most effective protection when the
vehicle is in motion, the seat should be up-
right. Always sit well back in the seat with
both feet on the floor and adjust the seat prop-
erly. See “Precautions on seat belt usage”
later in this section.
•Do not adjust the driver’s seat while driving.
The seat may move suddenly and could cause
loss of control of the vehicle.
•After adjustment, gently rock in the seat to
make sure it is securely locked.
•The seatback should not be reclined any more
than needed for comfort. Seat belts are most
effective when the passenger sits well back
and upright in the seat. If the seatback is re-
clined, the risk of sliding under the lap belt
and being injured is increased.
•When returning the seatbacks to the upright
position, be certain that they are completely
secured in the latched position. If they are not
completely secured, passengers may be in-
jured in an accident or sudden stop. When
operating the seatback release always rock
the seatback afterward to check that it is
locked.
•When the vehicle is being used to carry cargo,
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.
•Never allow anyone to ride in the luggage area
or on the rear seat when it is in the folded-
down position. Use of these areas by passen-
gers without proper restraints could result in
serious injury in an accident or sudden stop.
CAUTION
When adjusting the seat positions, be sure not to
contact any moving parts to avoid possible inju-
ries and/or damage.
SSS0133ZSit upright and well back
SEATS
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Power seat adjustment (where fitted)
WARNING
Never leave children or adults who would nor-
mally require the support of others alone in the
vehicle. Pets should not be left alone either. They
could unknowingly activate switches or controls
and inadvertently become involved in a serious
accident and injure themselves.
Operating tips:
•The power seat motor has an auto-reset over-
load protection circuit. If the motor stops during
the seat adjustment, wait 30 seconds, then reac-
tivate the switch.
•To avoid discharge of the battery, do not operate
the power seats for a long period of time when
the engine is not running.Forward and backward:
Move the adjusting switch
j1 forward or backward
to the desired position.
Reclining:
Move the adjusting switch
j2 forward or backward
to the desired position.
The reclining feature allows the adjustment of the
seatback for occupants of different sizes to help
obtain the proper seat belt fit. (See “Precautions on
seat belt usage” later in this section.)
The seatback may be reclined to allow occupants to
rest when the vehicle is parked.
Seat lifter (where fitted):
Pull the adjusting switch
j1 up or push down to
adjust the seat height until the desired position is
achieved.
SEAT HEATER (where fitted)
CAUTION
•With the ignition switch in the ON position,
the battery could run down if the seat heater
is operated while the engine is not running.
•Avoid using the seat heater for any longer than
is necessary, or when the seat is not occu-
pied.
•Do not put anything on the seat which insu-
lates heat, such as a blanket, cushion, seat
cover, etc. Otherwise, the seat may become
overheated.
•Do not place anything hard or heavy on the
seat or pierce it with a pin or similar object.
This may result in damage to the seat heater.
•Any liquid spilled on the seat should be re-
moved immediately with a dry cloth.
•When cleaning the seat, never use petrol, thin-
ner, or any similar materials.
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SIC2770Z
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