2016 NISSAN NV200 power steering

Warninglight Name Page
or
Anti-lock Braking
System (ABS) warn-
ing light 2-10
or
Brake warning light 2-10
Charge warning
light
2-10
Door open warning
light2-11
Engine oil pressure
warning light2-11
High temperature
warning light (red)2-11
Warning
light Name Page
Low fuel warning
light 2-11
Low tire pressure
warning light2-11
Low windshield-
washer fluid warning
light2-13
Power steering
warning light
2-13
Seat belt warning
light and chime2-13
Supplemental air
bag warning light2-14
Indicator
light Name Page
Auto step indicator
light 2-14
Continuously Vari-
able Transmission
(CVT) position indi-
cator light2-14
Cruise main switch
indicator light
2-14
Front passenger air
bag status light2-14
High beam indicator
light (blue)2-14
Malfunction Indicator
Light (MIL)2-15
Overdrive OFF indi-
cator light2-15
Security indicator
light2-15
WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS
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orAnti-lock Braking System (ABS)
warning lightLow windshield-washer fluid warning lightHigh beam indicator light (blue)
orBrake warning lightPower steering warning lightMalfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
Charge warning lightSeat belt warning light and chimeOverdrive OFF indicator light
Door open warning lightSupplemental air bag warning lightSecurity indicator light
Engine oil pressure warning lightAuto step indicator lightSlip indicator light
High temperature warning light (red)Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
position indicator lightTurn signal/hazard indicator lights
Low fuel warning lightCruise main switch indicator lightVehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF indicator
light
Low tire pressure warning lightFront passenger air bag status light
CHECKING BULBS
With all doors closed, apply the parking brake
and place the ignition switch in the ON position
without starting the engine. The following lights
will come on:
or,,,,,
If equipped, the following lights come on briefly
and then go off:
or,(red) ,,
,,,
If any light fails to come on, it may indicate
a burned-out bulb or an open circuit in the
electrical system. Have the system repaired
promptly.
WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND
AUDIBLE REMINDERS
Instruments and controls2-9

CAUTION
●The TPMS is not a substitute for the
regular tire pressure check. Be sure to
check the tire pressure regularly.
● If the vehicle is being driven at speeds
of less than 16 MPH (25 km/h), the
TPMS may not operate correctly.
● Be sure to install the specified size of
tires to the 4 wheels correctly.
Low windshield-washer fluid
warning light
This light comes on when the windshield-washer
fluid is at a low level. Add windshield-washer
fluid, as necessary. For additional information,
refer to “Windshield-washer fluid” in the “Mainte-
nance and do-it-yourself” section of this manual.
Power steering warning light
WARNING
● If the engine is not running or is turned
off while driving, the power assist for
the steering will not work. Steering will
be harder to operate. ●
When the power steering warning light
illuminates with the engine running,
there will be no power assist for the
steering. You will still have control of
the vehicle, but the steering will be
harder to operate. Have the power
steering system checked. It is recom-
mended you visit a NISSAN dealer for
this service.
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the power steering warning light illumi-
nates. After starting the engine, the power steer-
ing warning light turns off. This indicates the
power steering is operational.
If the power steering warning light illuminates
while the engine is running, it may indicate the
power steering is not functioning properly and
may need servicing. Have the power steering
checked. It is recommended you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.
When the power steering warning light illumi-
nates with the engine running, there will be no
power assist for the steering, but you will still
have control of the vehicle. At this time, greater
steering effort is required to operate the steering
wheel, especially in sharp turns and at low
speeds. For additional information, refer to “Power steer-
ing” in the “Starting and driving” section of this
manual.
Seat belt warning light and
chime
The light and chime remind you to fasten your
seat belts. The light illuminates whenever the
ignition switch is placed in the ON or START
position and remains illuminated until the driver’s
seat belt is fastened. At the same time, the chime
sounds for about 6 seconds unless the driver’s
seat belt is securely fastened.
The seat belt warning light may also illuminate if
the front passenger’s seat belt is not fastened
when the front passenger’s seat is occupied. For
7 seconds after the ignition switch is placed in
the ON position, the system does not activate the
warning light for the front passenger.
For additional information, refer to “Seat belts” in
the “Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental
restraint system” section of this manual.
Instruments and controls2-13

3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Keys .............................................3-2NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System keys .........3-2
Doors ............................................3-3
Locking with key ................................3-3
Locking with inside lock knob ....................3-5
Locking with power door lock switch . . . ..........3-6
Operating the sliding doors ......................3-6
Back doors ....................................3-7
Automatic door locks ...........................3-9
Child safety sliding door lock ....................3-9
Remote keyless entry system (if so equipped) .........3-9
How to use remote keyless entry system .........3-10 Hood
........................................... 3-13
Fuel-filler door ................................... 3-14
Opener operation .............................. 3-14
Fuel-filler cap ................................. 3-14
Steering wheel ................................... 3-16
Tilt operation .................................. 3-16
Sun visors ....................................... 3-17
Card holder ................................... 3-17
Mirrors .......................................... 3-17
Manual anti-glare rearview mirror ................3-17
Outside mirrors ............................... 3-18

5 Starting and driving
Precautions when starting and driving................5-2
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ..................5-2
Three-way catalyst ..............................5-2
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ..........5-3
Avoiding collision and rollover . . ..................5-5
Off-road recovery ...............................5-6
Rapid air pressure loss ..........................5-6
Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving ................5-7
Ignition switch .....................................5-7
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) .........5-8
Ignition switch positions .........................5-8
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System ..............5-8
Before starting the engine ..........................5-9
Starting the engine ................................5-9
Driving the vehicle ................................ 5-10
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) ........5-10
Parking brake .................................... 5-14
Cruise control .................................... 5-15
Precautions on cruise control . . .................5-15Cruise control operations
.......................5-15
Break-in schedule ................................ 5-16
Fuel efficient driving tips ........................... 5-17
Increasing fuel economy ........................... 5-18
Parking/parking on hills ............................ 5-19
Power steering ................................... 5-20
Brake system .................................... 5-20
Brake precautions ............................. 5-20
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) .................5-21
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system .............5-22
Brake force distribution ........................ 5-24
Cold weather driving .............................. 5-25
Freeing a frozen door lock ......................5-25
Antifreeze ..................................... 5-25
Battery ....................................... 5-25
Draining of coolant water .......................5-25
Tire equipment ................................ 5-25
Special winter equipment .......................5-25
Driving on snow or ice ......................... 5-25

WARNING
●If the engine is not running or is turned
off while driving, the power assist for
the steering will not work. Steering will
be harder to operate.
● When the power steering warning light
illuminates with the engine running,
there will be no power assist for the
steering. You will still have control of
the vehicle, but the steering will be
harder to operate. Have the power
steering system checked. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer
for this service.
The power steering system is designed to pro-
vide power assist while driving to operate the
steering wheel with light force.
When the steering wheel is operated repeatedly
or continuously while parking or driving at a very
low speed, the power assist for the steering
wheel will be reduced. This is to prevent over-
heating of the power steering system and protect
it from getting damaged. While the power assist
is reduced, steering wheel operation will become
heavy. When the temperature of the power steer-
ing system goes down, the power assist level will
return to normal. Avoid repeating such steering wheel operations that could cause the power
steering system to overheat.
You may hear a sound when the steering wheel is
operated quickly. However, this is not a malfunc-
tion.
If the electric power steering warning light illumi-
nates while the engine is running, it may indicate
the power steering system is not functioning
properly and may need servicing. Have the power
steering system checked. It is recommended that
you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
When the electric power steering warning light
illuminates with the engine running, there will be
no power assist for the steering, but you will still
have control of the vehicle. At this time, greater
steering effort is required to operate the steering
wheel, especially in sharp turns and at low
speeds.
For additional information, refer to “Power steer-
ing warning light” in the “Instruments and con-
trols” section of this manual.
The brake system has two separate hydraulic
circuits. If one circuit malfunctions, you will still
have braking at two wheels.
BRAKE PRECAUTIONS
Vacuum assisted brakes
The brake booster aids braking by using engine
vacuum. If the engine stops, you can stop the
vehicle by depressing the brake pedal. However,
greater foot pressure on the brake pedal will be
required to stop the vehicle and stopping dis-
tance will be longer.
Using the brakes
Avoid resting your foot on the brake pedal while
driving. This will overheat the brakes, wear out the
brake pads faster, and reduce gas mileage.
To help reduce brake wear and to prevent the
brakes from overheating, reduce speed and
downshift to a lower gear before going down a
slope or long grade. Overheated brakes may
reduce braking performance and could result in
loss of vehicle control.
POWER STEERING
BRAKE SYSTEM
5-20Starting and driving

WARNING
●While driving on a slippery surface, be
careful when braking, accelerating or
downshifting. Abrupt braking or accel-
erating could cause the wheels to skid
and result in an accident.
● If the engine is not running or is turned
off while driving, the power assist for
the brakes will not work. Braking will be
harder.
Wet brakes
When the vehicle is washed or driven through
water, the brakes may get wet. As a result, your
braking distance will be longer and the vehicle
may pull to one side during braking.
To dry the brakes, drive the vehicle at a safe
speed while lightly pressing the brake pedal to
heat up the brakes. Do this until the brakes return
to normal. Avoid driving the vehicle at high
speeds until the brakes function correctly.
Parking brake break-in
Break-in the parking brake shoes whenever the
effect of the parking brake is weakened or when-
ever the brake shoes and/or drums/rotors are
replaced, in order to assure the best brake per-
formance. This procedure is described in the vehicle service
manual. It is recommended you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.
ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM
(ABS)
WARNING
●
The ABS is a sophisticated device, but it
cannot prevent accidents resulting from
careless or dangerous driving tech-
niques. It can help maintain vehicle con-
trol during braking on slippery surfaces.
Remember that stopping distances on
slippery surfaces will be longer than on
normal surfaces even with ABS. Stop-
ping distances may also be longer on
rough, gravel or snow covered roads, or
if you are using tire chains. Always
maintain a safe distance from the ve-
hicle in front of you. Ultimately, the
driver is responsible for safety.
● Tire type and condition may also affect
braking effectiveness.
– When replacing tires, install the specified size of tires on all four
wheels. – When installing a spare tire, make
sure that it is the proper size and type
as specified on the Tire and Loading
Information label. For additional in-
formation, refer to the ”Tire and load-
ing information label” in the “Techni-
cal and consumer information”
section of this manual.
– For additional information, refer to “Wheels and tires” in the “Mainte-
nance and do-it-yourself” section of
this manual.
The ABS controls the brakes so the wheels do
not lock during hard braking or when braking on
slippery surfaces. The system detects the rota-
tion speed at each wheel and varies the brake
fluid pressure to prevent each wheel from locking
and sliding. By preventing each wheel from lock-
ing, the system helps the driver maintain steering
control and helps to minimize swerving and spin-
ning on slippery surfaces.
Using the system
Depress the brake pedal and hold it down. De-
press the brake pedal with firm steady pressure,
but do not pump the brakes. The ABS will oper-
ate to prevent the wheels from locking up. Steer
the vehicle to avoid obstacles.
Starting and driving5-21

NOTE:
Do not remove any nails or screws that
have penetrated the tire when performing
repairs.1. Remove the emergency repair compound and the air compressor and shake bottle
well.
NOTE:
Make sure to shake the bottle well before
attaching the hose. Doing so afterward may
cause the repair compound to splatter.
2. Open the lid of the air compressor, take outthe speed restriction sticker, and put it in a
location where the driver can see it driving.
WARNING
●Do not apply the label to the center of
the steering wheel pad, as this can pre-
vent the air bag from properly function-
ing and cause serious injury.
● Avoid applying the label where it can
obstruct the view of the speedometer
and warning indicators. 3. Take the hose
1and the power plug2out
of the air compressor. Remove the cap of the
bottle holder from the air compressor.
LCE2056
LCE2057
In case of emergency6-7