2015 NISSAN SENTRA Quick Reference Guide

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SYSTEM GUIDE
TRIP COMPUTER
With the ignition switch in the ON position, trip
computer
modes
can be selected by pressing the
button
2 on the steering wheel.

The following modes can be selected in the
vehicle information display
1:
• Odometer (shown at all times) – records the
total distance the vehicle has been driven.
• Trip A – measures the distance of one
specific trip.
• Trip B – measures the distance of a second
specific trip.
• Eco Pedal Indicator – displays the recommended accelerator pedal position to
optimize fuel consumption.
• MPG – displays the instant fuel consumption.
• AVG/mpg – displays the average fuel consumption since the last reset.
• AVG/mph – displays the average vehicle speed since the last reset.
• dte – displays the estimated distance to empty (dte) the vehicle can be driven
before refueling.

To reset Trip A, Trip B, AVG/mpg or AVG/mph, go to the desired mode on the trip
computer and hold the
button 2 for more than 3 seconds.
For more information, refer to the “Instruments and controls (section 2)” of your Owner’s Manual.
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TEXT MESSAGING
* (if so equipped)
This system allows for sending and receiving text
messages through the vehicle’s interface.

Using predefined or custom messages, send a
text to a name or phone number stored in your
Bluetooth
® Hands-free Phone System.

Once enabled, the text message, sender and
delivery time are shown on the control panel display screen.

Text messages have the option of being read aloud.

Text messages are only displayed on the control panel display if the vehicle spee\
d is
less than 5 mph (8 km/h).

Many cellular phones may require special permission to enable text messaging. Check
the cellular phone’s screen during Bluetooth® pairing. For some cellular phones, you
may need to enable ‘Notifications’ in the phone’s Bluetooth® menu for text messages
to appear on the touch-screen display. For more detailed information and instructions,
refer to your cellular phone’s Owner’s Manual.
*Laws in some jurisdictions may restrict the use of “Text-to-Speech”. Some of the applications and features, such as social
networking and texting, may also be restricted. Check local regulations for any requirements before using these features.
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SYSTEM GUIDE
BLUETOOTH® HANDS-FREE PHONE SYSTEM
A cellular telephone should not be used while driving so full attention may be given to
vehicle operation.*
SYSTEM OPERATING TIPS

Press the button to interrupt the voice
prompts at any time and speak a command after
the tone.

To use the system faster, you may speak the
second level commands with the main menu
command on the main menu. For example,
press the
button and after the tone say
“Call Redial”.
*Some jurisdictions prohibit the use of cellular telephones while drivin\
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NISSANCONNECTSM MOBILE APPS (if so equipped)
Integrates popular smartphone apps and services into your vehicle.

The NissanConnect Mobile Apps companion app must be downloaded to your
smartphone, and you must be enrolled.
FOR SYSTEM WITH NAVIGATION
• iPhone
®: Please connect over USB when using an iPhone® with
NissanConnect Mobile Apps.
• Android: Please connect over Bluetooth
® when using an Android device with
NissanConnect Mobile Apps.
FOR SYSTEM WITHOUT NAVIGATION
• iPhone
®: Please connect over Bluetooth® when using an iPhone® with
NissanConnect Mobile Apps.
• Android: Please connect over Bluetooth
® when using an Android device with
NissanConnect Mobile Apps.

For more information on how to pair your phone and set up NissanConnect Mobile
Apps, visit: www.nissanusa.com/connect/support.
For more information, refer to the “Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems (section 4) ” of
your Owner’s Manual.
Text message integration requires that the cellular phone support Message Access
Profile (MAP) for both receiving and sending text messages. Some cellular phones
may not support all text messaging features. Please visit www.nissanusa.com/
bluetooth for compatibility information as well as your device’s Owner’s Manual.
For more information, refer to the “Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems (section 4) ” of
your Owner’s Manual.
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The “Help” command can be used to hear a list
of available commands at any time.

Reduce background noise as much as possible
by closing windows and pointing HVAC vents
away from the ceiling.

Speak naturally without long pauses and without raising your voice.

When speaking phonebook names, please be aware some cellular phones requi\
re the last
name to be spoken before the first name. For example, “Michael Smith” may be spoken as
“Smith Michael”.

If you experience difficulty with the Voice Recognition System recognizing a contact
name, please try saying both the first and last name of the contact as this improves
recognition accuracy.

To cancel a Voice Recognition session, say “Exit” or press and hold the button.

To decrease or increase the volume of the voice prompts, push the volume \
control
switches
or
on the steering wheel or turn the VOL (volume) control knob on the
audio system while the system is responding.

Voice commands can be used to operate various Bluetooth® system features using the
NISSAN Voice Recognition system. See your Owner’s Manual for detailed information.

For more detailed information and instructions, refer to your cellular phone’s Owner’s
Manual and visit www.nissanusa.com/bluetooth.
BLUETOOTH® SYSTEM WITHOUT NAVIGATION ( if so equipped)
CONNECTING PROCEDURE

The vehicle must be stationary when connecting the phone.
1. Press the
button on the steering wheel. The
system announces the available commands.
2. Say: “Add Phone”. The system acknowledges
the command and asks you to initiate connecting
from the phone handset.
3. Initiate connecting from the phone:
• The connecting procedure varies according to
each cellular phone model. For detailed
connecting instructions and a list of compatible phones, please
visit www.nissanusa.com/bluetooth.
• When prompted, confirm that the PIN on the display matches the PIN shown on
your device. If you are requested to manually input a PIN, please enter “1234” from
your handset.
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SYSTEM GUIDE
PHONEBOOK SETUP

The phonebook stores up to 1,000 entries for each cellular phone paired with the system.

Depending on your cellular phone, the system may automatically download \
your cellular
phone’s entire phonebook to the vehicle’s Bluetooth® system.
MAKING A CALL FROM THE PHONEBOOK
1. Press the

button.
2. After waiting for the tone, say “Call”.
3. After the next tone, speak a name of a phonebook entry. For example, “Michael Smith”.
4. Confirm that the correct name is recognized by saying “Dial” after the tone.
MAKING A CALL BY PHONE NUMBER
1. Press the

button. A tone will sound.
2. Say: “Call”. The system acknowledges the command and announces the next set of
available commands.
3. Say: “Phone Number”. The system acknowledges the command and announces the
next set of available commands.
4. Say the number you wish to call starting with the area code in single digit format.
5. When you have finished speaking the phone number, the system repeats it back and
announces the available commands.
6. Say: “Dial”. The system acknowledges the command and makes the call.
RECEIVING/ENDING A CALL

When you receive a phone call, a ring tone sounds through the audio syste\
m.

To accept the call, press the
button.

To reject the call, press the button.

To hang-up the phone at the end of a call or to disconnect while making a\
call,
press the
button.
For more information, refer to the “Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems (section 4)” of
your Owner’s Manual or please visit www.nissanusa.com/bluetooth.
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BLUETOOTH® SYSTEM WITH NAVIGATION (if so equipped)
Send predefined or custom text messages* through your vehicle’s Bluetooth® system.

Receive texts through your vehicle’s Bluetooth® system that can be read to you.

Bluetooth® Streaming Audio allows you to use a compatible Bluetooth® device to play
audio files. Your compatible Bluetooth® device can be connected to the vehicle’s audio
system, allowing audio files to play through the vehicle’s speakers.
CONNECTING PROCEDURE
1. Press the

button on the control panel.
2. Select the “Settings” key

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3. Select the “Phone & Bluetooth” key

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4. Select the “Connect New Device” key

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5. Initiate the connecting process from the handset.
The system will display the message:
“Is PIN XXXXXX displayed on your Bluetooth device?”
If the PIN is displayed on your Bluetooth
® device, select “Yes” to complete the
connecting process.
VEHICLE PHONEBOOK
To access the vehicle phonebook: 1. Press the

button on the control panel.
2. Select the “Phonebook” key

4.
3. Choose the desired entry from the displayed list.
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*Laws in some jurisdictions may restrict the use of “Text-to-Speech”. Some applications and features, such as social
networking and texting, may also be restricted. Check local regulations for any requirements before using these features.
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SYSTEM GUIDE
MAKING A CALL
1. Press the

button on the instrument panel. The “Phone” menu
5 will appear on
the display.
2. Select one of the following options to make a call:

“Phonebook”: Select the name from an entry stored in the vehicle’\
s phonebook.

“Call Lists”: Select the name from the incoming, outgoing or misse\
d call history.

“Redial”: Dial the last outgoing call from the vehicle.

: Input the phone number manually using the keypad displayed on the scree\
n.
RECEIVING A CALL

To accept the incoming call, either:
• Press the

button on the steering wheel,

or
• Select the

icon on the screen.

To reject the incoming call, either:
• Press the
button on the steering wheel,
or
• Select the
icon on the screen.

To end a phone call, either:
• Press the
button on the steering wheel,
or
• Select the
icon on the screen.
For more information, refer to the “Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems (section 4)” of
your Owner’s Manual.
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NAVIGATION SYSTEM (if so equipped)
Your Navigation System can calculate a route from your current location t\
o a preferred
destination. The real-time map display and turn-by-turn voice guidance will lead you
along the route.

The Navigation System will continually update your vehicle’s position. If you have
deviated from the original route, it will recalculate the route from you\
r current location.

To help promote safe driving, some functions cannot be operated or have limited
operation when the vehicle driving speed is above 5 mph (8 km/h). The on-screen text
and keys for these restricted functions will be “grayed-out” or mu\
ted and cannot be
selected while driving. These functions will become available again when the vehicle
speed is reduced to 5 mph (8 km/h). Voice commands may be available for some of
the restricted functions. For more information, refer to the “Monitor, climate, audio,
phone and voice recognition systems (section 4)” of your Owner’s Manual.
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button – Press to access the functions of the Navigation System.2 MAP button – Press to display the current location map screen.3 VOL
(volume) control knob – Turn right to increase the volume or left to
decrease the volume.
4 key – Select to zoom the map in.5 key – Select to zoom the map out.6 button – Press to access SiriusXM Traffic, MyApps, Settings, SiriusXM Travel
Link and Voice Commands.
7 button
– Press to change the display brightness between day and night modes.
While the mode is being displayed, the brightness can be adjusted using t\
he TUNE
knob. Press and hold to turn the display off. Press again to turn the di\
splay on.
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BACK button – Press to return to the previous screen.9 TUNE
control knob – Turn to navigate the items in a list. Press to select a menu item.10 Touch-screen display11 SD-card location – An SD-card with map data must be inserted here for map
functions to operate.
For more information, refer to your Navigation System Owner’s Manual.
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This Quick Reference Guide is intended to provide an overview of some of the unique features of your new vehicle. Please see
your Owner’s Manual for important safety information and system operation limitations. Features and equipment in your vehicle
may vary depending on model, trim level, options selected, order, date of production, region or availability. Therefore, you may find
information about features or equipment that are not included or installed on your vehicle.
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Helpful Resources
Below is a list of helpful resources that can be used to learn
more about the vehicle’s systems and feature operations.

Vehicle Owner’s Manual

Navigation Owner’s Manual (if so equipped)

Printed Quick Reference Guide (this document)

www.NissanUSA.com/bluetooth

www.NissanUSA.com/connect

www.youtube.com/user/NissanUSA

Nissan Consumer Affairs: 1-800-647-7261

Electronic Quick Reference Guide
(Use Quick Response (QR) code or URL below.)

Nissan Quick Guide (available in the iPhone
App Store or Android Google Play Store
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