2016 NISSAN SENTRA check engine

Side light and headlightindicator light (green)
The side light and headlight indicator light illumi-
nates when the side light or headlight position is
selected. For additional information, refer to
“Headlight and turn signal switch” in this section.
Slip indicator light
This indicator will blink when the Vehicle Dynamic
Control (VDC) system is operating, thus alerting
that the vehicle is nearing its traction limits. The
road surface may be slippery.
SPORT mode indicator light (ifso equipped)
This light illuminates and then turns off when the
ignition switch is placed into the ON position, and
when the overdrive off mode off is selected.
For additional information, refer to “Continuously
Variable Transmission (CVT)” in the “Starting and
driving” section of this manual.
Turn signal/hazard indicatorlights
The appropriate light flashes when the turn signal
switch is activated.
Both lights flash when the hazard switch is turned
on.
Vehicle Dynamic Control(VDC) OFF indicator light
This indicator light comes on when the Vehicle
Dynamic Control off switch is pushed to OFF.
This indicates the Vehicle Dynamic Control has
been turned off.
Push the Vehicle Dynamic Control off switch
again or restart the engine and the system will
operate normally. For additional information, refer
to “Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system” in
the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.
The Vehicle Dynamic Control light also comes on
when you place the ignition switch in the ON
position. The light will turn off after about 2 sec-
onds if the system is operational. If the light stays
on or comes on along with the
indicator
light while you are driving, have the Vehicle Dy-
namic Control system checked by a NISSAN
dealer.
While the Vehicle Dynamic Control system is
operating, you might feel a slight vibration or hear
the system working when starting the vehicle or
accelerating, but this is normal.
AUDIBLE REMINDERS
Brake pad wear warning
The disc brake pads have audible wear warnings.
When a disc brake pad requires replacement, it
makes a high pitched scraping sound when the
vehicle is in motion, whether or not the brake
pedal is depressed. Have the brakes checked as
soon as possible if the warning sound is heard.
Key reminder chime
A chime sounds if the driver’s door is opened
while the key is left in the ignition switch. Remove
the key and take it with you when leaving the
vehicle.
Light reminder chime
With the ignition switch placed in the OFF posi-
tion, a chime sounds when the driver’s door is
opened if the headlights or parking lights are on.
Turn the headlight control switch off before leav-
ing the vehicle.
NISSAN Intelligent Key® door buzzer
(if so equipped)
The Intelligent Key door buzzer sounds if any one
of the following improper operations is found.
● The ignition switch is not returned to the
LOCK position when locking the doors.
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Maintenance
The maintenance menu allows the user to set
reminders for various vehicle maintenance items.
WARNING
The tire replacement indicator is not a
substitute for regular tire checks, includ-
ing tire pressure checks. For additional
information, refer to “Changing wheels
and tires” in the “Maintenance and do-it-
yourself” section of this manual. Many fac-
tors including tire inflation, alignment,
driving habits and road conditions affect
tire wear and when tires should be re-
placed. Setting the tire replacement indi-
cator for a certain driving distance doesnot mean your tires will last that long. Use
the tire replacement indicator as a guide
only and always perform regular tire
checks. Failure to perform regular tire
checks, including tire pressure checks
could result in tire failure. Serious vehicle
damage could occur and may lead to a
collision, which could result in serious
personal injury or death.
Menu item
Result
Maintenance Displays various Maintenance settings
Oil and Filter This indicator appears when the customer set distance is reached for checking or replacing the engine oil and oil filter. You
can set or reset the distance for checking or replacing the items. For scheduled maintenance items and intervals, refer to
the “NISSAN Service and Maintenance Guide.”
Tire This indicator appears when the customer set distance is reached for checking or replacing tires. You can set or reset the
distance for checking or replacing tires.
Other This indicator appears when the customer set distance is reached for checking or replacing maintenance items other than
the engine oil, oil filter and tires. Other maintenance items can include such things as air filter or tire rotation. The distance
for checking or replacing the items can be set or reset.
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12. BSW/RCTA System Malfunction: SeeOwner’s Manual (if so equipped)
13. FEB System Malfunction: See Owner’s Manual (if so equipped)
14. Reminder: Turn OFF headlights
15. Shipping Mode On Push Storage Fuse
16. Push brake and start button to drive
17. Illumination indicator
18. Low Outside Temperature
19. Cruise control indicator (if so equipped)
20. Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system ON indicator (if so equipped)
21. Side Radar Obstruction (if so equipped)
Door Open
This warning illuminates when a door has been
opened.
Trunk Open
This warning illuminates when the trunk has been
opened when the engine is running.
Release Parking Brake
This warning illuminates in the message area of
the vehicle information display when the parking
brake is set and the vehicle is driven. Low Fuel
This warning illuminates when the fuel level in the
fuel tank is getting low. Refuel as soon as it is
convenient, preferably before the fuel gauge
reaches 0 (Empty) .
There will be a small re-
serve of fuel in the tank when the fuel
gauge needle reaches 0 (Empty) .
Low Washer Fluid
This warning illuminates when the windshield-
washer fluid is at a low level. Add windshield-
washer fluid as necessary. For additional informa-
tion, refer to “Windshield-washer fluid” in the
“Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section of this
manual.
I-Key System Error: See Owner’s Manual
(if so equipped)
After the ignition switch is pushed to the ON
position, this light comes on for a period of time
and then turns off.
The I-Key System Error message warns of a
malfunction with the Intelligent Key system. If the
light comes on while the engine is stopped, it may
be impossible to start the engine.
If the light comes on while the engine is running,
you can drive the vehicle. However in these
cases, it is recommended that you contact a
NISSAN dealer for service as soon as possible. Low Oil Pressure: See Owner’s Manual
This warning appears in the message area of the
vehicle information display if low oil pressure is
detected. This gauge is not designed to indicate
low oil level.
The low oil pressure warning is
not designed to indicate a low oil level. Use
the dipstick to check the oil level. For additional
information, refer to “Engine oil” in the “Mainte-
nance and do-it-yourself” section of this manual.
Headlight System Error: See Owner’s
Manual (if so equipped)
This warning appears when the LED headlights
are not functioning properly.
If this warning appears, have your system
checked. It is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN dealer for this service.
Loose Fuel Cap
This warning appears when the fuel-filler cap is
not tightened correctly after the vehicle has been
refueled. For additional information, refer to
“Fuel-filler cap” in the “Pre-driving checks and
adjustments” section of this manual.
Tire Pressure Low - Add Air
This warning appears when the low tire pressure
warning light in the meter illuminates and low tire
pressure is detected. The warning appears each
time the ignition switch is placed in the ON
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position as long as the low tire pressure warning
light remains illuminated. If this warning appears,
stop the vehicle and adjust the tire pressures of
all four tires to the recommended COLD tire
pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Informa-
tion label. For additional information, refer to
“Low tire pressure warning light” in this section
and “Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)”
in the “Starting and driving” section of this
manual.
TPMS Error: See Owner’s Manual
This warning appears when there is an error with
your TPMS. If this warning comes on, it is recom-
mended you have the system checked by a
NISSAN dealer.
BSW/RCTA System Malfunction: See
Owner’s Manual (if so equipped)
This warning appears when the Blind Spot
Warning/Rear Cross Traffic Alert systems are not
functioning properly. For additional information,
refer to “Blind Spot Warning (BSW)” and “Rear
Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)” in the “Starting and
driving” section of this manual.
FEB System Malfunction: See Owner’s
Manual (if so equipped)
This warning appears when the Forward Emer-
gency Braking warning system is not functioning
properly. For additional information, refer to “For-ward Emergency Braking (FEB)” in the “Starting
and driving” section of this manual.
Reminder: Turn OFF headlights
This warning appears when the headlights are
left in the ON position when exiting the vehicle.
Place the headlight switch in the OFF or AUTO
position. For additional information, refer to
“Headlight and turn signal switch” in this section.
Shipping Mode On Push Storage Fuse
This warning may appear if the extended storage
fuse switch is not pushed in (switched on) . When
this warning appears, push in (switch on) the
extended storage fuse switch to turn off the
warning. For additional information, refer to
“Fuses” in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself”
section of this manual.
Push brake and start button to drive
This indicator appears when the shift lever is in
the P (Park) position.
This indicator means that the engine will start by
pushing the ignition switch with the brake pedal
depressed. You can start the engine from any
position of the ignition switch.
Illumination indicator
This indicator appears when the vehicle informa-
tion display screen brightness is being adjusted.Low Outside Temperature
This warning appears if the outside temperature
is below 37°F (3°C) . The temperature can be
changed to display in Celsius or Fahrenheit. For
additional information, refer to “Unit” in this sec-
tion.
Cruise control indicator (if so equipped)
This indicator shows the cruise control system
status.
For additional information, refer to “Cruise con-
trol” in the “Starting and driving” section of this
manual.
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system ON
indicator (if so equipped)
This indicator shows the Intelligent Cruise Con-
trol (ICC) system status. The status is shown by
the color. For additional information, refer to “In-
telligent Cruise Control (ICC)” in the “Starting
and driving” section of this manual.
Side Radar Obstruction (if so equipped)
This warning appears when there is radar block-
age detected. For additional information, refer to
“Blind Spot Warning (BSW)” in the “Starting and
driving” section of this manual.
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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.
WARNING
Do not use or allow occupants to use the
seat heater if you or the occupants cannot
monitor elevated seat temperatures or
have an inability to feel pain in body parts
that contact the seat. Use of the seat
heater by such people could result in seri-
ous injury.
CAUTION
●The battery could run down if the seat
heater is operated while the engine is
not running.
● Do not use the seat heater for extended
periods or when no one is using the
seat.
● Do not put anything on the seat which
insulates heat, such as a blanket, cush-
ion or seat cover, etc. Otherwise, the
seat may become overheated.
● Do not place anything hard or heavy on
the seat or pierce it with a pin or similar
object. This may result in damage to the
heater.
● Any liquid spilled on the heated seat
should be removed immediately with a
dry cloth.
● When cleaning the seat, never use
gasoline, benzine, thinner, or any simi-
lar materials.
● If any malfunctions are found or the
heated seat does not operate, turn the
switch off and have the system checked.
It is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN dealer for this service.
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HORN HEATED SEAT SWITCHES (if so
equipped)
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Sunshade
Open and close the sunshade by sliding it for-
ward or backward.
If the moonroof does not close
Have your moonroof checked and repaired. It is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
this service.
1The interior light can be turned on regardless
of door position. The light will go off after a
period of time unless the ignition switch is
placed in the ON position when any door is
opened.
2The interior lights can be set to operate
when the doors are opened. To turn off the
interior lights when a door is open, push the
switch; the interior lights will not illuminate,
regardless of door position.
The lights will go off when the ignition switch
is placed in the ON position, or the driver’s
door is closed and locked. The lights will also
go off after a period of time when the doors
are open. NOTE:
The step lights illuminate when the driver
and passenger doors are opened regard-
less 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 dis-
charged.
CAUTION
Do not use for extended periods of time
with the engine stopped. This could result
in a discharged battery.
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INTERIOR LIGHTS
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1P (Park) position selecting warning
light
2NISSAN Intelligent Key® warning light
WARNING LIGHTS AND AUDIBLE
REMINDERS
The Intelligent Key is equipped with a function
that is designed to minimize improper operations
and to help prevent the vehicle from being stolen.
The warning buzzer sounds and the warning light
illuminates when improper operations are de-
tected.
CAUTION
When the buzzer sounds and the warning
light illuminates, be sure to check both the
vehicle and the Intelligent Key.
WARNING SIGNALS
To help prevent the vehicle from moving unex-
pectedly by erroneous operation of the Intelligent
Key or to help prevent the vehicle from being
stolen, a chime or buzzer sounds from inside and
outside the vehicle and a warning light comes on
in the instrument panel.
When a chime or beep sounds or the warning
light comes on, be sure to check the vehicle and
the Intelligent Key.
Audible reminder and warning when
locking the doors
When the chime or buzzer sounds from inside
and outside the vehicle, check for the following:● The ignition switch is placed in the LOCK
position.
● The Intelligent Key is not left inside the ve-
hicle.
● The shift lever is in the P (Park) position.
Audible reminder and warning when
the engine stops
When the P position selecting warning light
(
) in the instrument panel blinks in red:
● Make sure the shift lever is in the P (Park)
position.
When the chime sounds intermittently:
● Make sure the shift lever is in the P (Park)
position and the ignition switch is placed in
the LOCK position.
If the chime sounds continuously when the driv-
er’s door is opened, check the following: ● The shift lever is placed in the P (Park)
position and the ignition switch is placed in
the LOCK position.
● The warning chime may stop when one of
the following is performed:
– Returning the ignition switch to the LOCK position.
– Closing the doors.
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Alarm and warning when the engine
starts
When the Intelligent Key system warning light
(
) blinks red and the outside buzzer
sounds, make sure the Intelligent Key is inside the
vehicle.
Warning for low battery power
When the Intelligent Key battery is low, the Intel-
ligent Key system warning light (
) will blink
green for about 30 seconds after the ignition
switch is placed in the ON position. This warning
is to let you know that the battery of the Intelligent
Key will run down soon. Replace it with a new
one. For additional information, refer to “Battery
replacement” in the “Maintenance and do-it-
yourself” section of this manual.
It is recommended you replace the battery at a
NISSAN dealer.
Preventing the Intelligent Key from
being left in the vehicle
If you lock all doors using the power door lock
switch with the Intelligent Key in the vehicle, all of
the doors unlock immediately and the buzzer will
warn you when the door is closed.
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