If the parking brake is applied before the engine is
started, the daytime running lights do not illumi-
nate. The daytime running lights illuminate when
the parking brake is released. The daytime run-
ning lights will remain on until the ignition switch
is placed in the OFF position.
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
Press the “-” buttonAto decrease the bright-
ness of instrument panel lights.
Press the “+” button
Bto increase the bright-
ness of instrument panel lights.
TURN SIGNAL SWITCH
Turn signal
1Move the lever up or down to signal the
turning direction. When the turn is com-
pleted, the turn signal cancels automatically.
Lane change signal
2Move the lever up or down until the turn
signal begins to flash, but the lever does not
latch, to signal a lane change. Hold the lever
until the lane change is completed.
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Move the lever up or down until the turn
signal begins to flash, but the lever does not
latch, and release the lever. The turn signal
will automatically flash three times.
Choose the appropriate method to signal a lane
change based on road and traffic conditions.
For additional information on disabling the 3 flash
pass turn indicator, refer to “How to use the
vehicle information display” in this section.
FOG LIGHT SWITCH
To turn the fog lights on, rotate the headlight
switch to the
position, then rotate the fog
light switch to the
position.
To turn the fog lights on with the headlight switch
in the AUTO position, the headlights must be on,
then rotate the fog light switch to the
po-
sition.
To turn the fog lights off, rotate the fog light
switch to the OFF position.
The headlights must be on and the low beams
selected for the fog lights to operate. The fog
lights automatically turn off when the high beam
headlights are selected. To sound the horn, push near the horn icon on the
steering wheel.
WARNING
Do not disassemble the horn. Doing so
could affect proper operation of the
supplemental front air bag system. Tam-
pering with the supplemental front air bag
system may result in serious personal
injury.
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CAUTION
●The outlet and plug may be hot during
or immediately after use.
● Only certain power outlets are designed
for use with a cigarette lighter unit. Do
not use any other power outlet for an
accessory lighter. It is recommended
you visit a NISSAN dealer for additional
information.
● Do not use with accessories that exceed
a 12 volt, 120W (10A) power draw. ●
Do not use double adapters or more
than one electrical accessory.
● Use power outlets with the engine run-
ning to avoid discharging the vehicle
battery.
● Avoid using power outlets when the air
conditioner, headlights or rear window
defroster is on.
● Before inserting or disconnecting a
plug, be sure the electrical accessory
being used is turned OFF. ●
Push the plug in as far as it will go. If
good contact is not made, the plug may
overheat or the internal temperature
fuse may open.
● When not in use, be sure to close the
cap. Do not allow water or any other
liquid to contact the outlet.
Center Console
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When the OFF switch2is pushed, the interior
lights will illuminate when pushed. When the
DOOR/OFF switch is pushed and the ON switch
is pushed, all of the lights will come on.
NOTE:
The footwell lights and step lights illumi-
nate when the driver and passenger doors
are open regardless of the interior light
switch position. These lights will turn off
automatically after a period of time while
doors are open to prevent the battery from
becoming discharged.
CAUTION
Do not use for extended periods of time
with the engine stopped. This could result
in a discharged battery.CONSOLE LIGHT
The console light will turn on whenever the park-
ing lights or headlights are illuminated.
The console light brightness can be adjusted
with the illumination brightness control in the
vehicle information display.
MAP LIGHTS
Press the button to turn the map lights on. To turn
them off, press the button again.
CAUTION
Do not use for extended periods of time
with the engine stopped. This could result
in a discharged battery.
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●Switching the room light switch to the OFF
position.
● Switching the Auto Room Lamp to the OFF
position in Vehicle Settings of the vehicle
information display. For additional informa-
tion, refer to “Vehicle information display” in
the “Instruments and controls” section of this
manual.
Opening windows
The Intelligent Key allows you to simultaneously
open windows equipped with automatic opera-
tion.
● To open the windows, press and hold
the
button on the Intelligent Key for
longer than 3 seconds.
The door windows will lower while holding down
the
button on the Intelligent Key.
NOTE:
The windows will stop lowering at the time
the
button is released.
The door windows cannot be closed by
using the Intelligent Key.
Releasing the rear liftgate (if so
equipped)
The rear liftgate can be opened and closed by
performing the following:
● Press the
button (if so equipped) for
longer than 1 second to open the rear lift-
gate.
● Press the
button (if so equipped)
again for longer than 1 second to close the
rear liftgate.
When the
button (if so equipped) is
pressed during the open or close process the
liftgate will reverse.
Using the panic alarm
If you are near your vehicle and feel threatened,
you may activate the panic alarm to call attention
by pressing and holding the
button on the
Intelligent Key for longer than 1 second.
The panic alarm and headlights will stay on for a
period of time.
The panic alarm stops when:
● It has run for a period of time, or
● Any button is pressed on the Intelligent Key.
● The request switch on the driver or passen-
ger door is pushed and the Intelligent Key is
in range of the door handle.
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AUTOMATIC ANTI-GLARE
REARVIEW MIRROR
The inside mirror is designed so that it automati-
cally dims during night time conditions and ac-
cording to the intensity of the headlights of the
vehicle following you. The automatic anti-glare
feature is activated when the ignition switch is in
the ON position.NOTE:
Do not hang any objects over the sensors
1or apply glass cleaner to the sensors.
Doing so will reduce the sensitivity of the
sensors, resulting in improper operation.
The indicator light
2will illuminate when the
automatic anti-glare feature is operating.
● To turn off the anti-glare feature, press
the O button. The indicator light will turn
off.
● To turn on the anti-glare feature, press
the | button again. The indicator light will
turn on.
For information on HomeLink® Universal Trans-
ceiver operation, refer to the “HomeLink® Uni-
versal Transceiver” in the “Instruments and con-
trols” section of this manual.
OUTSIDE MIRRORS
WARNING
● Do not adjust the mirrors while driving.
You could lose control of your vehicle
and cause an accident.
● Objects viewed in the outside mirror on
the passenger side are closer than they
appear. Be careful when moving to the
right. Using only this mirror could cause
an accident. Use the inside mirror or
glance over your shoulder to properly
judge distances to other objects.
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Before attempting to jump start the vehicle, make
sure the fuel tank is not empty and the correct
starting procedure is followed. For additional in-
formation, please refer to “Starting the Hybrid
System” in the “Starting and driving” section of
your Owner’s Manual. Do not drive the vehicle on
battery power only if the fuel tank is empty. The
Li-ion battery will become discharged and the
hybrid system will turn off.
CONFIRM BATTERY IS
DISCHARGED
Confirm the battery is discharged by pushing the
ignition switch to the ON position. Confirm the
instrument cluster or head lights come on at the
normal brightness levels or that other accesso-
ries such as the audio system come on. Push the
ignition switch to turn the hybrid system on.
If any of the following conditions occur, the 12-
volt battery might discharge:● The instrument cluster and/or headlights are
not normal brightness.
● Audio accessories cannot be turned on.
● The hybrid system does not become READY
to drive mode.
● The ignition switch cannot be placed in the
ON position. Check the following if you notice any of the above
conditions:
1. Check that the 12-volt battery terminals are tight and clean. For additional information,
refer to “12-volt Battery” in the “Mainte-
nance and do-it-yourself” section of this
manual. If the 12-volt battery terminals are
loose, it is recommended you visit a NISSAN
dealer.
2. If the 12-volt battery terminals are tight and clean, try to jump start the vehicle. For addi-
tional information, refer to “Jump starting” in
this section.
EMERGENCY START
When the hybrid system cannot be started, the
following procedure can be used if the hybrid
system and push-button ignition switch function
normally:
1. Put the transmission in P (Park) position.
2. Push the ignition switch to the ACC posi- tion.
3. Depress the brake pedal. 4. Push and hold the ignition switch for about
90 seconds. Even if the hybrid system starts
using this procedure, the system may be
malfunctioning. Do not continue to use this
emergency procedure to start the system. It
is recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.
If the hybrid system still does not start, it is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
this service.
IF THE VEHICLE DOES NOT START
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8 Maintenance and do-it-yourself
Maintenance requirements..........................8-2
General maintenance ..............................8-2
Explanation of general maintenance items .........8-2
Maintenance precautions ...........................8-5
Engine compartment check locations ................8-7
Engine cooling system .............................8-8
Checking engine coolant level ...................8-9
Changing engine coolant ........................8-9
Inverter cooling system ............................ 8-10
Checking inverter coolant level ..................8-10
Changing inverter coolant ......................8-11
Engine oil ........................................ 8-11
Checking engine oil level .......................8-11
Changing engine oil ........................... 8-12
Changing engine oil filter .......................8-13
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) fluid ......8-14
Power steering fluid ............................... 8-15
Brake fluid ....................................... 8-15
Windshield-washer fluid ........................... 8-16
Windshield-washer fluid reservoir ...............8-16
12-Volt Battery ................................... 8-17
Jump starting ................................. 8-18
Drive belt ........................................ 8-19Spark plugs
...................................... 8-19
Replacing spark plugs ......................... 8-19
Air cleaner ....................................... 8-20
In-cabin microfilter ............................. 8-20
Windshield wiper blades .......................... 8-21
Cleaning ..................................... 8-21
Replacing .................................... 8-21
Brakes .......................................... 8-23
Fuses ........................................... 8-23
Engine compartment ........................... 8-24
Passenger compartment .......................8-25
Battery replacement .............................. 8-26
NISSAN Intelligent Key® .......................8-27
Lights ........................................... 8-28
Headlights .................................... 8-28
Fog lights ..................................... 8-29
Exterior and
interior lights ....................... 8-30
Wheels and tires ................................. 8-32
Tire pressure .................................. 8-32
Tire labeling ................................... 8-35
Types of tires .................................. 8-38
Tire chains .................................... 8-39
Changing wheels and tires .....................8-40