2 Instruments and controls
Instrument panel...................................2-2
Meters and gauges ................................2-3
Speedometer and odometer .....................2-4
Tachometer ....................................2-8
Engine coolant temperature gauge ...............2-8
Fuel gauge ....................................2-9
Trip computer ................................. 2-10
Service interval reminder .......................2-11
Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders ......2-13
Checking bulbs ............................... 2-14
Warning lights ................................ 2-14
Indicator lights ................................ 2-19
Audible reminders ............................. 2-21
Security systems ................................. 2-22
NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system
(if so equipped) ............................... 2-22
Windshield wiper and washer switch ...............2-23
Switch operation .............................. 2-23
Rear window wiper and washer switch ..............2-24
Rear window and outside mirror (if so equipped)
defroster switch .................................. 2-25
Headlight and turn signal switch ....................2-25
Headlight control switch ........................ 2-25
Daytime running light system (Canada only) ......2-26 Instrument brightness control
...................2-27
Turn signal switch ............................. 2-28
Fog light switch (if so equipped) ................2-28
Horn ............................................ 2-29
Heated seats (if so equipped) ......................2-29
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off switch ...........2-30
Power outlet ..................................... 2-31
Storage ......................................... 2-31
Map pockets .................................. 2-31
Seatback pockets ............................. 2-32
Storage trays ................................. 2-32
Cup holders .................................. 2-32
Glove box .................................... 2-34
Cargo cover (if so equipped) ....................2-35
Divide-n-hide
adjustable floor
(if so equipped) ............................... 2-36
Grocery hooks ................................ 2-37
Windows ........................................ 2-37
Power windows (if so equipped) ................2-37
Manual windows (if so equipped) ................2-40
Interior light ...................................... 2-40
Map light ........................................ 2-41
Luggage compartment light ........................2-41
1. Headlight/fog light (if so equipped)/turnsignal switch (P. 2-25)
2. Driver’s supplemental air bag/horn
(P. 1-42, 2-29)
3. Meters and gauges (P. 2-3) 4. Windshield wiper/washer switch
(P. 2-23, 2-24)
5. Center ventilator (P. 4-23)
6. Defroster switch (P. 2-25)
7. Passenger air bag status light (P. 1-42)
8. Hazard warning flasher switch (P. 6-2) 9. Climate control (P. 4-23)
10. Audio system (P. 4-31)
11. Upper glove box (P. 2-34)
12. Passenger’s supplemental air bag
(P. 1-42)
13. Side ventilator (P. 4-23)
14. Lower glove box (P. 2-34)
15. Upper glove box release handle
(P. 2-34)
16. Cup holders (P. 2-32)
17. Shift lever (P. 5-15)
18. Ignition switch/Push button ignition
switch (P. 5-8, 5-10)
19. Tilt steering (P. 3-29)
20. Hood release lever (P. 3-24)
21. Fuel-filler lid release lever (P. 3-26)
22. Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off
switch (P. 2-30)
23. Outside mirror control switch (P. 3-30)
*:Refer to the separate Navigation System Own-
er’s Manual (if so equipped) .
See the page number indicated in paren-
theses for operating details.
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INSTRUMENT PANEL
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CAUTION
●If the vehicle runs out of fuel, thecheck engine light may come on. Refuel
as soon as possible. After a few driving
trips, the
light should turn off. If
the light remains on after a few driving
trips, have the vehicle inspected by a
NISSAN dealer.
● For additional information, refer to
“Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)” in
this section.
TRIP COMPUTER
Type A: When the ignition switch is placed in the
ON position, modes of the trip computer can be
selected by pushing the trip computer change
button
Aon the instrument panel located near
the speedometer.
The following modes can be selected in the dis-
play
B:
● Instant fuel consumption
● Average fuel consumption
● Distance to empty Type B:
When the ignition switch is placed in the
ON position, modes of the trip computer can be
selected by pushing the menu button
on
the steering wheel.
The following modes can be selected in the dis-
play
B:
● Instant fuel consumption
● Average fuel consumption
● Distance to empty
● Average speed
● Travel time
Type A (if so equipped)
LIC2138
Type B (if so equipped)
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Instant fuel consumption
The instant fuel consumption mode shows the
instant fuel economy. The display updates in-
stantly when driving.
Average fuel consumption (mpg or l
(liter)/100km)
The average fuel consumption mode shows the
average fuel consumption since the last reset.
Resetting is done by pressing the trip or change
button for more than approximately 1 second.
The display is updated every 30 seconds. At
about the first 1/3 mi (500 m) after a reset, the
display shows (----) .
Distance to empty
The distance to empty mode provides you with an
estimation of the distance that can be driven
before refueling. The range is constantly being
calculated, based on the amount of fuel in the fuel
tank and the actual fuel consumption.
The distance to empty includes a low range
warning feature: when the fuel level is low, the
distance to empty is automatically selected and
the digits blink in order to draw the driver’s atten-
tion. Press the trip computer change/reset button
Aif you wish to return to the mode that was
selected before the warning occurred. When the fuel level drops even lower, the dis-
tance to empty will display (----) .
Trip computer reset
Type A: Pushing the change button for more than
3 seconds will reset all modes except Trip A and
distance to empty (dte) .
Type B: Pushing the menu button
on the
steering wheel for more than 3 seconds will reset
average fuel economy, average speed and travel
time.
Average speed
The average speed mode shows the average
vehicle speed since the last reset. Resetting is
done by pushing the menu button on the steering
wheel for longer than 1 second.
Travel time
The travel time mode (elapsed time) shows the
time since the last reset. The displayed time can
be reset by pushing the menu button on the
steering wheel for longer than 1 second.
SERVICE INTERVAL REMINDER
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, a wrench symbol and the distance to oil
change information will illuminate on the display
for approximately 5 seconds. The wrench symbol
and distance to oil change switch to oil display
status. Then the oil display status switches to
odometer and twin trip odometer/trip computer
information mode that was displayed before the
ignition switch was placed in the ACC, OFF or
LOCK position.
The oil level display status provides specific in-
formation regarding your approximate engine oil
level.
In case of low engine oil level, refer to “Engine oil”
in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section
for the proper engine oil refilling procedure.
Oil change schedule set up
It is possible to adjust the interval distance to oil
change by pushing the trip computer change
button
Aon the instrument panel located near
the speedometer
Bfor 3 seconds while the
wrench symbol and distance to oil change are
displayed. The symbol and distance display will
start flashing and the display shows the current
interval. Push the switch to increase the interval
distance. Each step increases the interval dis-
tance by 500 mi (1,000 km). The interval distance
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can be set up to 18,000 mi (30,000 km) after
which the display returns to zero.
If no further action is made, the display returns to
oil display status indication and the new interval is
set.
If the interval distance is set to 0, the display will
skip the distance to oil change information and
wrench symbol display mode. In order to return to
the distance to oil change information and
wrench symbol display mode, push the trip com-
puter change button
Aon the instrument panel
located near the speedometer
Bfor approxi-
mately 3 seconds after the ignition switch has
been turned to the ON position, and adjust the
distance to oil change schedule as previously
described.
Refer to the Warranty Information & Maintenance
Booklet for the appropriate interval distance to oil
change.
CAUTION
● The oil level should be checked regu-
larly. Operating with insufficient
amount of oil level can damage the en-
gine and such damage is not covered by
the warranty.
● NISSAN recommends checking the oil
level every 3,000 mi (5,000 km).
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WARNING
In freezing temperatures the washer solu-
tion may freeze on the window and ob-
scure your vision. Warm the rear window
with the defroster before you wash the
rear window.
CAUTION
●Do not operate the washer continuously
for more than 30 seconds.
● Do not operate the washer if the reser-
voir is empty.
● Do not fill the windshield-washer fluid
reservoir with washer fluid concen-
trates at full strength. Some methyl al-
cohol based washer fluid concentrates
may permanently stain the grille if
spilled while filling the windshield-
washer fluid reservoir.
● Pre-mix washer fluid concentrates with
water to the manufacturer’s recom-
mended levels before pouring the fluid
into the windshield-washer fluid reser-
voir. Do not use the windshield-washer
fluid reservoir to mix the washer fluid
concentrate and water. To defrost the rear window glass, start the engine
and push the rear window defroster switch on.
The rear window defroster indicator light on the
switch comes on. Push the switch again to turn
the defroster off.
The rear window defroster automatically turns off
after approximately 15 minutes.
CAUTION
When cleaning the inner side of the rear
window, be careful not to scratch or dam-
age the rear window defroster.
HEADLIGHT CONTROL SWITCH
Lighting
1When turning the switch to theposi-
tion, the front parking, tail, license plate and
instrument panel lights come on.
2When turning the switch to theposi-
tion, the headlights come on and all the other
lights remain on.
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Type A (if so equipped)
LIC2127
REAR WINDOW AND OUTSIDE
MIRROR (if so equipped)
DEFROSTER SWITCH HEADLIGHT AND TURN SIGNAL
SWITCH
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WARNING
When the daytime running light system is
active, tail lights on your vehicle are not
on. It is necessary at dusk to turn on your
headlights. Failure to do so could cause
an accident injuring yourself and others.
INSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESS
CONTROL
The instrument brightness control operates when
the headlight control switch is in the
orposition.
Type A
Press the control
Ato adjust the brightness of
instrument panel lights when driving at night.
Type B
Turn the knob
Aleft continuously for illumination
to decrease and turn the knob right continuously
for illumination to increase.
Type A (if so equipped)
LIC2137
Type B (if so equipped)
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To remove the cargo cover:
1Remove the straps from the rear hatch.
2Remove the edge of the cargo cover privacy
cloth from the rear seatback.
3Remove the cargo cover holders from the
rear pillar.
DIVIDE-N-HIDE ADJUSTABLE
FLOOR (if so equipped)
WARNING
Do not put objects heavier than 110 lbs
(50 kg) on the load floor.
To lower: 1. Lift and open the panel.
2. Move the load floor along the upper trim panel channels toward the rear of vehicle
until it reaches the end of the slot. 3. Move the load floor along the lower trim
panel channels toward the front of the ve-
hicle until the latches lock it into place.
4. Lift and close the panel.
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