2015 NISSAN SENTRA automatic transmission

WARNING
●Do not use the HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver with any garage door
opener that lacks safety stop and re-
verse features as required by federal
safety standards. (These standards be-
came effective for opener models
manufactured after April 1, 1982) . A ga-
rage door opener which cannot detect
an object in the path of a closing garage
door and then automatically stop and
reverse, does not meet current federal
safety standards. Using a garage door
opener without these features in-
creases the risk of serious injury or
death.
● During the programming procedure
your garage door or security gate will
open and close (if the transmitter is
within range) . Make sure that people or
objects are clear of the garage door,
gate, etc. that you are programming.
● Your vehicle’s engine should be turned
off while programming the HomeLink®
Universal Transceiver.
PROGRAMMING HOMELINK®
If you have any questions or are having difficulty
programming your HomeLink® buttons, refer to
the HomeLink® web site at: www.homelink.com
or call 1-800-355-3515.
NOTE:
Place the ignition switch in the ACC posi-
tion when programming HomeLink®. It is
also recommended that a new battery be
placed in the hand-held transmitter of the
device being programmed to HomeLink®
for quicker programming and accurate
transmission of the radio-frequency.
1. Position the end of your hand-held transmit- ter 1–3 in (2–8 cm) away from the
HomeLink® surface, keeping the
HomeLink® indicator light
1in view. 2. Using both hands, simultaneously press and
hold the desired HomeLink® button and
hand-held transmitter button. DO NOT re-
lease until the HomeLink® indicator light1
flashes slowly and then rapidly. When the
indicator light flashes rapidly, both buttons
may be released. (The rapid flashing indi-
cates successful programming.)
NOTE:
Some devices may require you to replace
Step 2 with the cycling procedure noted in
“Programming HomeLink® for Canadian
customers and gate openers” in this sec-
tion.
LIC2365
2-48Instruments and controls

NOTE:
Engine power may be automatically re-
duced to protect the CVT if the engine
speed increases quickly when driving on
slippery roads or while being tested on
some dynamometers.
Starting the vehicle
1. After starting the engine, fully depress thefoot brake pedal before moving the shift
lever out of the P (Park) position.
2. Keep the foot brake pedal depressed and move the shift lever into a driving gear.
3. Release the foot brake, then gradually start the vehicle in motion.
4. Stop the vehicle completely before shifting the shift lever to the P (Park) position.
The CVT is designed so the foot brake
pedal MUST be depressed before shifting
from P (Park) to any drive position while
the ignition switch is in the ON position.
The shift lever cannot be moved out of P
(Park) and into any of the other gear posi-
tions if the ignition switch is turned to the
LOCK or OFF position or if the key is re-
moved. To move the shift lever:
Push the buttonAwhile depressing the
brake pedal
Push the buttonAto shift
Shift without pushing buttonA
Shifting
After starting the engine, fully depress the brake
pedal and move the shift lever from P (Park) to
any of the desired shift positions.
WARNING
● Apply the parking brake if the shift lever
is in any position while the engine is not
running. Failure to do so could cause
the vehicle to move unexpectedly or roll
away and result in serious personal in-
jury or property damage.
If the key is turned to the OFF or ACC position for
any reason while the vehicle is in N (Neutral) , or
any drive position, the key cannot be turned to the
LOCK position and be removed from the ignition
switch. If this occurs, perform the following steps: 1. Apply the parking brake when the vehicle is stopped.
2. Move the shift lever to P (Park) to park the vehicle and turn the ignition switch to the
LOCK position to remove the key.
P (Park)
CAUTION
To prevent transmission damage, use the
P (Park) position only when the vehicle is
completely stopped.
Use the P (Park) shift lever position when the
vehicle is parked or when starting the engine.
LSD2131
Starting and driving5-17

Adjusts the throttle sensitivity and transmission
points to enhance performance. Press the
SPORT button on the instrument panel to acti-
vate. The SPORT mode indicator light (on the
speedometer) will illuminate. The SPORT mode
indicator light will remain lit while the mode is
active.
NOTE:
In the SPORT mode, fuel economy may be
reduced.The ECO mode helps to enhance the fuel
economy by controlling the throttle sensitivity and
transmission points.
To turn on the ECO mode, push the ECO mode
switch. The ECO mode indicator light (on the
speedometer) will remain lit while the mode is
active.
To turn off the ECO mode, push the ECO mode
switch again. The ECO mode indicator light (on
the speedometer) will turn off.
The ECO mode cannot be turned off while the
accelerator pedal is depressed, even if the ECO
mode switch is pushed to OFF. Release the
accelerator pedal to turn off the ECO mode.The ECO mode will turn off automatically if a
malfunction occurs in the system.
Turn off the ECO mode, or depress the accelera-
tor pedal fully when:
● driving with a heavy load of passengers or
cargo in the vehicle
● driving on a steep uphill slope
● ECO mode may affect air conditioner perfor-
mance
NOTE:
Selecting this drive mode will not necessar-
ily improve fuel economy as many driving
factors influence its effectiveness.
LIC2417LIC2416
SPORT MODE SWITCH ECO MODE SWITCH
Starting and driving5-23

●Whenever working on or near a battery,
always wear suitable eye protectors (for
example, goggles or industrial safety
spectacles) and remove rings, metal
bands, or any other jewelry. Do not lean
over the battery when jump starting.
● Do not attempt to jump start a frozen
battery. It could explode and cause se-
rious injury.
● Your vehicle has an automatic engine
cooling fan. It could come on at any
time. Keep hands and other objects
away from it.
WARNING
Always follow the instructions below. Fail-
ure to do so could result in damage to the
charging system and cause personal
injury.
1. If the booster battery is in another vehicle, position the two vehicles to bring their bat-
teries near each other.
Do not allow the two vehicles to touch. 2. Apply the parking brake. Move the shift lever
to N (Neutral) (manual transmission) or to P
(Park) (CVT) . Switch off all unnecessary
electrical systems (lights, heater, air condi-
tioner (if so equipped) , etc.) .
3. Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” posi- tion.
4. Ensure the vent caps are level and tight.
5. Connect the jumper cables in the sequence illustrated (
A,B,C,D).
LCE2223
In case of emergency6-9

CHANGING ENGINE OIL FILTER
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and applythe parking brake.
2. Turn the engine off.
3. Place a large drain pan under the oil filter
B. 4. Loosen the oil filter
Bwith an oil filter
wrench by turning it counterclockwise. Then
remove the oil filter by turning it by hand.
CAUTION
Be careful not to burn yourself. The engine
oil may be hot.
5. Wipe the engine oil filter sealing surface with a clean rag.
CAUTION
Be sure to remove any old gasket material
remaining on the sealing surface of the
engine. Failure to do so could lead to
engine damage.
6. Coat the gasket on the new filter with clean engine oil.
7. Screw on the oil filter until a slight resistance is felt, then tighten an additional 2/3 turn.
8. Refill engine with recommended oil through the oil filler opening
A, then install oil filler
cap securely.
9. Start the engine and check for leakage around the oil filter. Correct as required.
10. Turn the engine off and wait more than 10 minutes. Check the oil level. Add engine
oil if necessary
A.
CAUTION
●NISSAN recommends using Genuine
NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3 ONLY in
NISSAN CVTs. Do not mix with other
fluids.
● Do not use Automatic transmission
fluid (ATF) or Manual transmission fluid
in a NISSAN CVT, as it may damage the
CVT. Damage caused by the use of flu-
ids other than as recommended is not
covered under NISSAN’s New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.
● Using fluids that are not equivalent to
Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3 may
also damage the CVT. Damage caused
by the use of fluids other than as recom-
mended is not covered under NISSAN’s
New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
When checking or replacement of CVT fluid is
required, we recommend a NISSAN dealer for
servicing.
LDI2383
CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE
TRANSMISSION (CVT) FLUID (if so
equipped)
8-12Maintenance and do-it-yourself

10 Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ........5-30
Air bag (See supplemental restraint
system) .....................1-37
Air bag system Front (See supplemental front impact
air bag system) ...............1-44
Side and curtain (See supplemental
side air bag and curtain side-impact
air bag system) ...............1-52
Airbagwarninglabels.............1-54
Airbagwarninglight...........1-55,2-19
Air bag warning light, supplemental . .1-55, 2-19
Air cleaner housing filter ............8-18
Air conditioner Air conditioner operation ..........4-19
Air conditioner service ...........4-27
Air conditioner specification label .....9-13
Air conditioner system refrigerant and
oil recommendations .............9-7
Air conditioner system refrigerant
recommendations ..............9-7
Heater and air conditioner (automatic)
(if so equipped) ...............4-24
Heater and air conditioner controls ....4-25
Servicing air conditioner ..........4-27
Airflowcharts..................4-20
Alarm system
(See vehicle security system) .........2-23
Anchor point locations .............1-22
Antenna .....................4-65 Antifreeze
....................5-34
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ........5-30
Apps .......................4-65
APPS button ...................4-7
Armrests .....................1-5
Audible reminders ...............2-22
Audio system ..................4-27
AMradioreception.............4-28
Bluetooth®audio..............4-62
Bluetooth® streaming audio ........4-62
Compact disc (CD) player . .4-39, 4-44, 4-51
FM/AM radio with compact disc (CD)
player ....................4-36
FM/AM/SAT radio with compact disc (CD)
player.................4-41,4-46
FMradioreception..........4-28,4-37
iPod® Player .............4-56,4-59
iPod® player operation .......4-56,4-59
Radio ....................4-27
Steering wheel audio control switch . . .4-64
USB interface ............4-52,4-54
USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connection
Port..................4-52,4-54
Autolight switch .................2-28
Automatic Automatic power window switch .....2-42
Automatic transmission position indicator
light .....................2-19
Automatic anti-glare inside mirror .......3-30
Automatic door locks ..............3-6
AUXjack.................4-37,4-52 B
Back button ....................4-7
Battery ..................5-34, 8-14
Charge warning light ............2-16
Battery replacement Keyfob................8-25,8-26
NISSAN Intelligent Key® ..........8-27
Before starting the engine ...........5-14
Belt (See drive belt) ..............8-17
Block heater Engine ....................5-35
Bluetooth® audio ................4-62
Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System with
Navigation System ...............4-93
Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System without
Navigation System ............4-67,4-82
Bluetooth® streaming audio with Navigation
System .....................4-62
Boosterseats..................1-34
Brake Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ......5-30
Brake assist (for Intelligent cruise control
system) ...................5-31
Brake fluid ..................8-13
Brakelight(Seestoplight).........8-33
Brake system ................5-30
Brakewarninglight.............2-15
B
rakewearindicators........2-22,8-21
Parking brake operation ..........5-22
Self-adjusting brakes ............8-21
Brake fluid ....................8-13

Engine oil...................8-10
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation . . .9-6
Engine oil pressure warning light ......2-16
Engine oil viscosity ..............9-6
Engine serial number ............9-12
Engine specifications .............9-8
Starting the engine ..........5-14,5-15
Engine coolant temperature gauge .......2-6
Enterbutton....................4-4
Event data recorders ..............9-21
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) .........5-2
Explanation of maintenance items ........8-2
Extendedstorageswitch ............8-25
Eyeglass case ..................2-36
F
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch) . .6-2
Flat tire .......................6-3
Floor mat positioning aid .............7-5
Fluid Brake fluid ..................8-13
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................9-2
Clutchfluid..................8-13
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
fluid......................8-12
Engine coolant .................8-8
Engine oil ...................8-10
F.M.V.S.S. certification label ...........9-12
Foglightswitch .................2-30
Front air bag system
(See supplemental restraint system) ......1-44
Frontseats.....................1-2 Fuel
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................9-2
Fuel economy ................5-28
Fuel-filler cap .................3-25
Fuel-filler door lock opener lever ......3-25
Fuel-filler lid .................3-25
Fuel gauge ...................2-7
Fuel octane rating ...............9-5
Fuel recommendation .............9-4
Loose fuel cap warning ............2-5
Fuel Cell Vehicle (FCV) System Tirepressure.................8-35
Fuel-filler door ..................3-25
Fuelgauge.....................2-7
Fuses.......................8-22
Fusiblelinks ...................8-23
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver . .2-47, 2-48, 2-49, 2-50, 2-50, 2-51
Gascap .....................3-25
Gauge Engine coolant temperature gauge .....2-6
Fuel gauge ...................2-7
Odometer ...................2-4
Speedometer .................2-4
Tachometer ..................2-6
Trip computer .................2-8
Trip odometer .................2-4
General maintenance ...............8-2
Glovebox.....................2-38 H
Hazard warning flasher switch ..........6-2
Headlightandturnsignalswitch........2-27
Headlightcontrolswitch ............2-27
Headlights....................8-29
Head restraints ..................1-5
Heated seats ...................2-31
Heater Heater and air conditioner (automatic)
(if so equipped) ...............4-24
Heater and air conditioner controls .....4-25
Heater operation ...........4-18,4-26
Heater and air conditioner (automatic) .....4-24
HomeLink®

Universal
Transceiver . .2-47, 2-48, 2-49, 2-50, 2-50, 2-51
Hood.......................3-23
Horn .......................2-31
I
Ignition switch ...................5-8
Ignition Switch Push-Button Ignition Switch ........5-10
Immobilizer system .........2-24,5-10,5-13
Important vehicle information label .......9-12
In-cabin microfilter ................8-19
Increasing fuel economy .............5-28
Indicator lights and audible reminders
(See warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders)..........2-14,2-15,2-19,3-20
Inside automatic anti-glare mirror ........3-30
Instrument brightness control ..........2-29
Instrumentpanel...............0-6,2-2
10-3

Pregnant women...............1-12
Seat belt extenders .............1-15
Seat belt maintenance ............1-16
Seat belts .................1-9,7-5
Shoulder belt height adjustment ......1-15
Three-point type with retractor .......1-12
Seat belt extenders ...............1-15
Seatbeltwarninglight..........1-12,2-19
Seats Adjustment ...................1-2
Armrests....................1-5
Frontseats...................1-2
Heatedseats.................2-31
Manual front seat adjustment .........1-3
Rear seat ....................1-4
Security indicator light ..............2-21
Security system (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer
System) , engine start .......2-24,5-10,5-13
Security systems Vehicle security system ........2-23,2-23
Self-adjusting brakes ..............8-21
Service manual order form ...........9-22
Servicing air conditioner .............4-27
Setting button ...............4-7,4-37
Shifting Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) .....................5-17
Manual transmission .............5-21
Shift lock release .................5-18
Shoulder belt height adjustment ........1-15
Side air bag system (See supplemental
side air bag and curtain side-impact air bag
system)......................1-52
Smartphone connectivity ............4-65
Spark plug replacement .............8-18
Spark plugs ...................8-18 Specifications
...................9-8
Speedometer ...................2-4
Speedometer and odometer ...........2-4
Spotlights(Seemaplight) ...........2-47
SRSwarninglabel................1-54
Stability control .................5-32
Starting Before starting the engine ..........5-14
Jump starting ..............6-8,8-16
Precautions when starting and driving ....5-2
Push starting .................6-10
Starting the engine ..........5-14,5-15
Starting the engine ............5-14,5-15
Steering Power steering system ...........5-29
Steeringwheel..................3-28
Steering wheel audio control switch ......4-64
Stoplight.....................8-33
Storage......................2-34
Storage tray ...................2-35
Sunglassescase.................2-36
Sunglassesholder................2-36
Sunroof......................2-43
Sunroof(seeMoonroof).............2-43
Sun visors ....................3-28
Supplemental air bag warning labels ......1-54
Supplemental air bag warning light . . .1-55, 2-19
Supplemental front impact air bag system . . .1-44
Supplemental restraint system Information and warning labels .......1-54
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system ....................1-37
Supplemental restraint system
(Supplemental air bag system) .........1-37
Supplemental side and curtain side-impact
air bag system ..................1-52 Switch
Autolightswitch...............2-28
Automatic power window switch ......2-42
Fog light switch ...............2-30
Hazard warning flasher switch ........6-2
Headlightandturnsignalswitch......2-27
Headlight control switch ..........2-27
Ignition switch .................
5-8
Instrument brightness control ........2-29
Power door lock switch ............3-5
Rearwindowdefrosterswitch .......2-27
Turnsignalswitch..............2-30
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off
switch .....................2-32
Wiper and washer switch ..........2-26
T
Tachometer ....................2-6
Temperature gauge Engine coolant temperature gauge .....2-6
Theft (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System) ,
engine start .............2-24,5-10,5-13
Three-way catalyst ................5-2
Tilt Telescopic steering .............3-28
Tire Flat tire .....................6-3
Spare tire ................6-4,8-45
Tire and Loading Information label .....9-13
Tire chains ..................8-42
Tire pressure .................8-35
Tire rotation..................8-42
Types of tires .................8-41
Uniform tire quality grading .........9-18
10-6