2016 NISSAN QASHQAI warning lights

WARNING
In freezing temperatures the washer fluid may
freeze on the windscreen and obscure your vi-
sion. Warm the windscreen with the defogger be-
fore you wash it.
CAUTION
•Do not open/release the bonnet when the
front wiper arms are raised from their original
position.
•Do not operate the washer continuously for
more than 15 seconds.
•Do not operate the washer if the reservoir
tank is empty or frozen.
WINDSCREEN
The windscreen wiper and washer can be operated
when the ignition switch is in the ON position.
Wiper operation
Move the lever up or down to operate the wiper at
the following speeds:
•j1:Intermittent ()—TypeAorAUTO—
Type B (where fitted) operates the rain-sensing
auto wiper system. (See “Rain sensor (where
fitted)” later in this section.).
– The intermittent operation speed can be ad-
justed by rotating the ring forward
jA (slower)
or backwardjB (faster).
– The wiper operation speed will vary in accor-
dance with the vehicle speed in the AUTO
position. For example, when the vehicle
speed is high, the intermittent operation
speed will be faster.
•j2:Low ()– for continuous low speed op-
eration
•j3:High ()– for continuous high speed
operation
•j4 : — for a single sweep operation of the wiper.
Washer operation
Pull the lever towards youj5 to operate the washer.
For every fifth operation of the wiper and washer,
the headlight washing system (where fitted) will be
activated to clean the headlights. The headlight
washing system is only activated while the headlight
switch is in the
position. See “Headlight
cleaner (where fitted)” later in this section.
NIC2125Type A (without AUTO mode)
NIC2173Type B (with AUTO mode)
WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH
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DYNAMIC HIGH BEAM ASSISTANT
(where fitted)
A camera-controlled high beam assistant which
changes from low beam to high beam automatically.Precautions:
WARNING
The dynamic high beam assistant cannot com-
pensate for road and weather circumstances
while driving. The system saves the driver from
having to operate the switch. The driver always
remains responsible for choosing the correct
light setting.
Specific situations in which to operate the head
light switch manually:
•In heavy rain, snowy conditions. (general poor
visibility and bad weather conditions).
•When the vehicle sensors are dirty, covered
or broken.
Dynamic high beam assistant activated:
When the headlight switch is in the AUTO position,
the light sensor detects darkness, and the vehicle
speed is over 20 km/h (15 MPH), the dynamic high
beam assistant is operational. The dynamic high
beam assistant indicator light
in the instrument
panel is on.
The system operates as follows:
•High beam comes on automatically in dark con-
ditions:
If the vehicle speed is over 40 km/h (25 MPH)
and no other road users are recognised.
The
high beam light (blue) comes on addi-
tionally.
•High beam turns off automatically:
If the vehicle speed drops below 25 km/h (15
MPH) or other road users are detected.
The
High beam light (blue) turns off.
To disable the dynamic high beam assistant:
To turn the dynamic high beam assistant off turn the
head light switch to the OFF,
,orposi-
tion.
“Friendly Lighting”
The “Friendly Lighting” function is a convenience
facility. It allows you to provide lighting from the
vehicle after the ignition switch has been turned to
the LOCK position and the headlight switch is in the
OFF or AUTO (where fitted) position. Pulling the
headlight switch toward you once will activate the
headlight for approximately 30 seconds. After that
period of time, it will automatically switch off.
It is possible to pull the headlight switch up to four
times to increase the lighting period up to 2 minutes.
NOTE
The “Friendly Lighting” function can be cancelled
by switching the ignition switch to the Acc or ON
position again.
Battery save function
The battery save feature prevents your vehicle from
discharging the battery after you have left the exter-
nal lights, map lamps or room lamps on when exit-
ing the vehicle. This occurs when the ignition switch
or ignition knob is switched to the “OFF” or LOCK
position after the engine has been running.
NIC2211
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To turn the front fog lights on, turn the headlight
switch to theoror AUTO (where fitted)
position and turn the fog light switch to theposi-
tion. The front fog lights and indicator light will come
on. The fog light switch will return to the “OFF”
position (—). For additional information, see “Warn-
ing/indicator lights and audible reminders” earlier in
this section.
To turn the front fog lights off, turn the fog light
switch to the
position again. The front fog lights
and indicator light will turn off. The fog light switch
will return to the “OFF” position.
NOTE
If the headlight switch is turned to the “OFF” po-
sition(—),thefrontfoglightwillswitchoffauto-
matically.
REAR FOG LIGHT (where fitted)
The rear fog light should only be used when visibility
is seriously reduced – generally, to less than 100 m
(328 ft).
To turn the rear fog light on, turn the headlight switch
to the
oror AUTO (where fitted) position
and turn the fog light switch to theposition. The
rear fog light and indicator light will come on. The
fog light switch will return to the “OFF” position (—
). For additional information, see “Warning/indicator
lights and audible reminders” earlier in this section.If the front fog lights (where fitted) are already turned
on with the headlight switch in the
position,
you can turn on the rear fog light without first turn-
ing the headlight switch to the
or AUTO (where
fitted) position.
To turn the rear fog light off, turn the fog light switch
to the
position again.
NOTE
If the headlight switch is turned to the “OFF” po-
sition(—),therearfoglightwillswitchoffauto-
matically.
HEADLIGHT AIMING CONTROL
SWITCH (where fitted)
Depending on the number of occupants in the ve-
hicle and the load it is carrying, the headlight axis
may be higher than desired. If the vehicle is travel-
ling on a hilly road, the headlights may directly hit the
rear-view mirror of the vehicle ahead or the wind-
screen of an oncoming vehicle. The light axis can be
NIC2200LHD models
NIC2201RHD models
HEADLIGHT AIMING CONTROL
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WARNING
Take care as the power outlet and plug may be
hot during or immediately after use.
CAUTION
•This power outlet is not designed for use with
a cigarette lighter unit.
•Do not use with accessories that exceed a 12
volt, 120 W (10 A) power draw. Do not use
double adaptors or more than one electrical
accessory.
•Use this power outlet with the engine running
(do not use for extended periods of time with
the engine stopped or idling).
•Avoid using when the air conditioner, head-
lights or rear window defogger are on.
•When not in use, be sure that the cap is
closed. Do not allow water to come into con-
tact with the outlet.
•Before inserting or disconnecting a plug, be
sure to turn off the power switch of the elec-
trical accessory being used or remove the key
from the ignition to turn the Acc power of the
vehicle off.
•Fully push the plug in sufficiently. If sufficient
contact is not made, the plug may overheat or
the internal temperature fuse may blow.
STORAGE TRAYS
WARNING
To help prevent injury in an accident or sudden
stop, do not place sharp objects in the trays.
GLOVE BOX
WARNING
Keep the glove box lid closed while driving to
help prevent injury in an accident or a sudden
stop.
To open the glove box, lift the latch and lower the lid.
Towards the rear of the glove box an elastic strap
can be used to hold the Owner’s Manual pack.
NIC2177Centre console
NIC2135Front armrest
NIC2136
POWER OUTLET STORAGE
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SUNSHADE OPERATION
The sunshade operates only when the ignition switch
is in the ON position.
WARNING
Never allow hands or fingers, or any part of your
body within operating range of the sunshade. You
could be injured.
Opening and closing
Manual control:
To close the sunshade, press and hold the “CLOSE”
side of the switch
j1 To stop the sunshade from
closing fully, release the switch.
To open the sunshade press and hold the “OPEN”
side of the switch
j2 To stop the sunshade from
opening fully, release the switch.
Automatic operation:
To fully open or close the sunshade automatically,
press briefly on the open or close side of the switch
and then release. To stop the sunshade from open-
ing or closing, press either side of the switch.
Auto-reverse function:
When the control unit detects something caught in
the sunshade, the sunshade will open automatically.
NOTE
The auto-reverse function remains active
whether the sunshade is being closed manually
or automatically.CAUTION
Do not use for extended periods of time with the
engine stopped. This could discharge the bat-
tery.
NOTE
The interior lights will go off after a period of time
unless the ignition switch is in the Acc or ON
position.
ROOM LIGHT CONTROL SWITCH
The room light control switch has three positions:
ONj1 , OFFj2 and centrej3.
ON position
When the switch is in the ON positionj1 , the light
will illuminate.
OFF position
When the switch is in the OFF positionj2 , the light
will not illuminate, regardless of the condition.
Centre position
When the switch is in the centre position, the light
comes on when a door is opened
ROOM LIGHT TIMER (where fitted)
The room light will stay on for a period of time when:
•The ignition is switched off.
•The doors are unlocked.
•Any door is opened and then closed.
The timer is cancelled, and the interior light will turn
off when:
•The doors are locked.
•The ignition switch is turned to the ON position.
MAP LIGHTS (where fitted)
Operate the map light switch to turn the map light
on or off.
j1 : ON position
SIC4573Z
SIC4572Z
INTERIOR LIGHTS
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The electric parking brake can be applied or re-
leased by operating the parking brake switchjA.
To apply:Pull the switch
jAupj1 the indicator
light will illuminate.
To release:With the ignition switch in the ON posi-
tion, depress the brake pedal and push the switch
jA downj2 . The indicator light will turn off.
Before driving, check that the brake warning light
goes out. For additional information, see “Warn-
ing/indicator lights and audible reminders” in the
“2. Instruments and controls” section.
The electric parking brake also has an auto apply
and auto release function.
Manual transmission vehicles:
•Vehicle with key ignition switch:
The parking brake will automatically release
when you drive away using the accelerator, and
will automatically apply when the ignition switch
is placed in the OFF position.
•Vehicle with push-button ignition switch:
The parking brake will automatically release
when you drive away using the accelerator, and
will automatically apply when you switch the en-
gine off.
XTRONIC transmission vehicles:
The parking brake does not apply automatically. If
applied manually, the parking brake will automati-
cally release when you press the accelerator with
the shift lever in Drive (D) or Reverse (R), provided:
•The driver is wearing a seat belt, or
•The driver accelerates away within 5 seconds of
shifting from Park (P) or Neutral (N) to Drive (D)
or Reverse (R).
If you have tried to start driving the vehicle while not
wearing a seat belt, you will need to put on your seat
belt and place the shift lever in Drive (D) or Reverse
(R) again before the parking brake will release auto-
matically.
If you have a vehicle with XTRONIC Transmission,
and you require automatic parking brake applica-
tion, please contact a NISSAN dealer.
To keep the electric parking brake released after
turning off the ignition:
•Vehicle with key ignition switch:
While the ignition switch is in the ON position,
press the brake pedal and push the parking brake
switch
jA , while turning the ignition switch OFF.
•Vehicle with push-button ignition switch:
While the engine is running, press the brake
pedal and push the parking brake switch
jA,
while switching the ignition switch OFF.
The parking brake can also be released when the
ignition switch is in the OFF position, provided the
key is in the ignition switch; or for vehicles with
push-button ignition switch before a door is opened.
Press the brake pedal and push the parking brake
switch
jA.
WARNING
•Be sure the electric parking brake is released
before driving. Failure to do so could cause
brake failure and lead to an accident.
•Do not release the parking brake from out-
side the vehicle.
•Do not leave children unattended in a vehicle.
They could release the parking brake and
cause an accident.
•Before leaving the vehicle, confirm that the
vehicle is held by the parking brake or trans-
mission.
NOTE
•Do not start driving while the parking brake is
applied this may cause the paring brake to
overheat or reduce its effectiveness, which
could result in an accident.
NPA1270
PARKING BRAKE SWITCH
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WARNING
Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.
You could lose control of your vehicle and cause
an accident.
Release the lock lever as illustrated and adjust the
steering wheel to the desired position (up or down,
forwards or backwards). Firmly push the lock lever
back into position to lock the steering wheel in place.CAUTION
Do not store the sun visor before returning it to
its original position.
1. To block out glare from the front, move the main
sun visor downwards.
2. To block glare from the side, remove the main
sun visor from the centre mount and move it to
the side.
INSIDE REAR-VIEW MIRROR
j
1Night position
j2Day position
jAFront of the vehicle
The night position
j1 will reduce glare from the
headlights of vehicles behind you at night.
WARNING
Only use the night position
j1 when necessary,
as it reduces rear-view clarity.
NPA1272NPA839Z
NPA862Z
STEERING WHEEL SUN VISORS MIRRORS
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AUTOMATIC ANTI-DAZZLING INSIDE
MIRROR (where fitted)
The inside mirror is designed so that it automatically
adjusts the reflection according to the intensity of
the following vehicle’s headlights on the sensor
jC.
The automatic anti-dazzling inside mirror will oper-
ate when the ignition switch is in the Acc or ON
position. The light
jA shows the system is activated.
The automatic anti-dazzling inside mirror can be de-
activated by pressing the power button
jB . The lightjA will turn off to show system deactivation.
CAUTION
Do not cover the sensor, hang any object on the
mirror or spray glass cleaner directly on the mir-
ror. Doing so will reduce the sensitivity of the
sensor, resulting in improper operation.
OUTSIDE REAR-VIEW MIRRORS
WARNING
•Check the position of all mirrors before driv-
ing. Altering their position while driving could
distract your attention from the driving opera-
tion.
•Objects viewed in the outside mirrors are
closer than they appear.
•Never touch the outside rear-view mirrors
while they are in motion. Doing so may pinch
your fingers or damage the mirror.
•Never drive the vehicle with the outside rear-
view mirrors folded. This reduces rear view
visibility and may lead to an accident.
Adjusting — Remote control
j
ALHD models
jBRHD models
Slide the control to the left
j1 or to the rightj2to
select the left or right outside rear-view mirror, then
adjust the mirror to the desired position by pushing
the control as illustrated
j3.
NPA1273
NPA1276
NPA1278
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