2017 NISSAN QASHQAI Owner´s Manual

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WARNING
Do not use or allow occupants to use
the seat heater if you or the occupants
cannot monitor elevated seat tempera-
tures 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 serious 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, cushion, 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 indamage 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, thinner, or any similar
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 you
visit a NISSAN dealer for this ser-
vice.
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The seats are warmed by built-in heaters. The
switches located on the center console can be
operated independently of each other.
1. Start the engine.
2. Select heat range.
*1For high-speed heating, push the HI
(High) side of the switch.
*2For low-speed heating, push the LO
(Low) side of the switch.
The indicator light on the switch
*3will
illuminate when the heater is on.
3. To turn off the heater, return the switch to
the level position. Make sure the indicator
light goes off.
HEATED SEATS (if so equipped)

The heater is controlled by a thermostat,
automatically turning the heater on and off.
The indicator light will remain on as long as
the switch is on.
When the vehicle’s interior is warmed, or
before you leave the vehicle, be sure to turn
off the switch.
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The Lane Departure Prevention (LDP) switch is
used to turn on and off the LDP system.
The LDP system must be turned on with the LDP
switch every time the ignition is placed in the ON
position.
When the LDP switch is turned off, the indicator
*1on the switch is off.
The LDP system warns the driver with a warning
indicator and a chime, and helps assist the driver
to return the vehicle to the center of the traveling
lane by applying the brakes to the left or right
wheels individually (for a short period of time) .
For additional information, see “Lane Departure
Prevention (LDP)” (P.5-36) .
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The Blind Spot Warning (BSW) switch is used
to temporarily turn on and off the BSW system
that is activated using the settings menu of the
vehicle information display.
When the BSW switch is turned off, the
indicator
*1on the switch is off. The indicator
will also be off if the BSW system is deactivated
using the vehicle information display.
The BSW system helps alert the driver of other
vehicles in adjacent lanes when changing lanes.
For additional information, see “Blind Spot
Warning (BSW)” (P.5-42) .
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LANE DEPARTURE PREVENTION
(LDP) SWITCH (if so equipped)BLIND SPOT WARNING (BSW)
SWITCH (if so equipped)

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The vehicle should be driven with the Vehicle
Dynamic Control (VDC) system on for most
driving conditions.
If the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, the VDC
system reduces the engine output to reduce
wheel spin. The engine speed will be reduced
even if the accelerator is depressed to the floor.
If maximum engine power is needed to free a
stuck vehicle, turn the VDC system off.
To turn off the VDC system, push the VDC OFF
switch. The
indicator light will illuminate.
Push the VDC OFF switch again or restart the
engine to turn on the system. (See “Vehicle
Dynamic Control (VDC) system” (P.5-104) .)
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The All-Wheel Drive (AWD) lock switch is
located on the instrument panel. The AWD
LOCK indicator light will illuminate when the
switch is turned on. For additional information,
refer to “All-Wheel Drive (AWD)” (P.5-96) .
Each time you push the switch, the AWD mode
will switch: AUTO?LOCK?AUTO.
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The ECO mode system helps to enhance the
fuel economy by controlling the engine and CVT
operation (for CVT models) automatically to
avoid rapid acceleration.
To turn on the ECO mode system, push the
ECO switch. The ECO mode indicator appears
on the meter.
To turn off the ECO mode, push the ECO switch
again. The ECO mode indicator will turn off.
.The ECO mode system cannot be turned off
while the accelerator pedal is depressed
even if the ECO switch is pushed to OFF.
Release the accelerator pedal to turn off the
ECO mode system.
VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC)
OFF SWITCHALL-WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) LOCK
SWITCH (if so equipped)ECO MODE SWITCH

.The ECO mode system will turn off auto-
matically if a malfunction occurs in the
system.
.Turn off the ECO mode system when
acceleration is required such as when:
— driving with a heavy load of passengers
or cargo in the vehicle
— driving on a steep uphill slope
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The power outlet is located in the instrument
panel.
CAUTION
.The outlet and plug may be hot
during or immediately after use.
.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 outlet with the engine
running to avoid discharging the
vehicle battery..Avoid using power outlet when the
air conditioner, headlights or rear
window defroster is on.
.This power outlet is not designed
for use with a cigarette lighter unit.
.Push the plug in as far as it will go.
If good contact is not made, the plug
may overheat or the internal tem-
perature fuse may open.
.Before inserting or disconnecting a
plug, be sure the electrical acces-
sory being used is turned OFF.
.When not in use, be sure to close
the cap. Do not allow water or any
liquid to contact the outlet.
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POWER OUTLET

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CUP HOLDERS
CAUTION
.Avoid abrupt starting and braking
when the cup holder is being used
to prevent spilling the drink. If the
liquid is hot, it can scald you or your
passenger.
.Use only soft cups in the cup holder.
Hard objects can injure you in an
accident.
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Center console
Front
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Rear seat (if so equipped)
The rear cup holders are located in the rear fold-
down armrest.
SOFT BOTTLE HOLDERS
CAUTION
.Do not use bottle holder for any
other objects that could be thrown
about in the vehicle and possibly
injure people during sudden braking
or an accident.
.Do not use bottle holder for open
STORAGE

liquid containers.
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Door (front and rear)
CARGO AREA (if so equipped)
You can use the cargo area in diverse ways
using the flexible luggage boards.
WARNING
Do not put objects heavier than 110 lbs
(50 kg) on the load floor.
CAUTION
.Do not push the front edge of the
luggage board forcibly. Doing so
may cause the luggage board to be
tilted, resulting in personal injury.
.Do not handle the luggage board
forcibly as this may deform it.
.While in the upper position, do not
recline the seatbacks.
.Do not place cargo higher than the
seatbacks. In a sudden stop or
collision, unsecured cargo could
cause personal injury.
NOTE:
The diversity of the cargo area may be
restricted depending on the equipment of
each vehicle.
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1. Pull the outer board upward to 908.
2. Push down the board until it stops.
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GLOVE BOX
WARNING
Keep glove box lid closed while driving
to help prevent injury in an accident or a
sudden stop.
To open the glove box, pull the handle.
To close, push the lid in until the lock latches.
The glove box light illuminates when the head-
light switch is turned on.
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CONSOLE BOX
To open the console box lid, push up the knob
*Aand pull up the lid.
To close, push the lid down until the lock
latches.

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SUNGLASSES HOLDER
WARNING
Keep the sunglasses holder closed
while driving to avoid obstructing the
driver’s view and to help prevent an
accident.
CAUTION
.Do not use for anything other than
sunglasses..Do not leave sunglasses in the
sunglasses holder while parking in
direct sunlight. The heat may da-
mage the sunglasses.
To open the sunglasses holder, push and
release. Only store one pair of sunglasses in
the holder.
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CARD HOLDER (driver’s side)
Slide a card in the card holder.
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