2017 NISSAN QASHQAI Owner´s Manual

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If the radar detects an approaching vehicle from
either side, the system chimes (once) and the
side indicator light flashes on the side the
vehicle is approaching from.
JVS0173X
JVS0649X
The RCTA system uses radar sensors*1
installed on both sides near the rear bumper to
detect an approaching vehicle.
The radar sensors
*1can detect an approach-
ing vehicle from up to approximately 66 ft (20 m)
away.

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*1Vehicle information display
*2Steering-wheel-mounted controls (left side)
HOW TO ENABLE/DISABLE THE
RCTA SYSTEM
Perform the following steps to enable or disable
the RCTA system.1. Press the
button until “Settings”
displays in the vehicle information display
and then press “OK” button. Use the
button to select “Driver Assistance” Then
press the “OK” button.
2. Use the button to select “Parking Aids” then
press the OK button.3. Select “Cross Traffic” and press the “OK”
button.
4. Use the “OK” button to enable or disable the
system.
NOTE:
The system setting will be retained even if
the engine is restarted.
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RCTA SYSTEM LIMITATIONS
WARNING
Listed below are the system limitations
for the RCTA system. Failure to operate
the vehicle in accordance with thesesystem limitations could result in ser-
ious injury or death.
.Always check surroundings and turn
to check what is behind you before
backing up. The radar sensors de-
tect approaching (moving) vehicles.The radar sensors cannot detect
every object such as:
— Pedestrians, bicycles, motor-
cycles, animals or child-oper-
ated toy vehicles
— A vehicle that is passing at
speeds greater than approxi-
mately 19 MPH (30 km/h)
— A vehicle that is passing at
speeds lower than approxi-
mately 5 MPH (8 km/h)
.The radar sensors may not detect
approaching vehicles in certain si-
tuations:
— Illustration
*a: When a vehicle
parked next to you obstructs the
beam of the radar sensor.
— Illustration
*b: When the vehi-
cle is parked in an angled park-
ing space.
— Illustration
*c: When the vehi-
cle is parked on inclined ground.
— Illustration
*d: When an ap-
proaching vehicle turns into
your vehicle’s parking lot aisle.

— Illustration*e: When the angle
formed by your vehicle and ap-
proaching vehicle is small
.The following conditions may re-
duce the ability of the radar to
detect other vehicles:
— Severe weather
— Road spray
— Ice/frost/dirt build-up on the
vehicle
.Do not attach stickers (including
transparent material) , install acces-
sories or apply additional paint near
the radar sensors. These conditions
may reduce the ability of the radar
to detect other vehicles
.Excessive noise (e.g. audio system
volume, open vehicle window) will
interfere with the chime sound, and
it may not be heard.
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Illustration 1
JVS0173XIllustration 2
NOTE:
In the case of several vehicles approaching
in a row (Illustration 1) or in the opposite
direction (Illustration 2) , a chime may not
be sounded by the RCTA system after the
first vehicle passes the sensors.
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*1Vehicle information display
SYSTEM TEMPORARILY UNAVAIL-
ABLE
When radar blockage is detected, the system
will be deactivated automatically. The “Unavail-
able: Side Radar Obstruction” warning message
will appear in the vehicle information display.The systems are not available until the condi-
tions no longer exist.
The radar sensors may be blocked by temporary
ambient conditions such as splashing water,
mist or fog.
The blocked condition may also be caused by
objects such as ice, frost or dirt obstructing theradar sensors.
NOTE:
If the BSW system stops working, the
RCTA system will also stop working.
Action to take:
When the above conditions no longer
exist, the system will resume automati-
cally.
SYSTEM MALFUNCTION
When the RCTA system malfunctions, it will turn
off automatically. The system malfunction warn-
ing message will appear in the vehicle informa-
tion display.
NOTE:
If the BSW system stops working, the
RCTA system will also stop working.
Action to take:
Stop the vehicle in a safe location, turn the
engine off and restart the engine. If the message
continues to appear, have the system checked.
It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.

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SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
The two radar sensors*1for the RCTA system
are located near the rear bumper. Always keep
the area near the radar sensors clean.
The radar sensors may be blocked by temporary
ambient conditions such as splashing water,
mist or fog.
The blocked condition may also be caused by
objects such as ice, frost or dirt obstructing the
radar sensors.
Check for and remove objects obstructing the
area around the radar sensors.
Do not attach stickers (including transparent
material) , install accessories or apply additionalpaint near the radar sensors.
Do not strike or damage the area around the
radar sensors. It is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN dealer if the area around the radar
sensors is damaged due to a collision.
Radio frequency statement
For USA
FCC : OAYSRR3B
This device complies with part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.
FCC Warning
Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority
to operate the equipment
For Canada
Applicable law: Canada 310
This device complies with Industry Canada
licence-exempt RSS standard(s) . Opera-
tion is subject to the following two condi-
tions: (1) this device may not causeinterference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference, including interfer-
ence that may cause undesired operation
of the device.
Frequency bands: 24.05 – 24.25GHz
Output power: less than 20 milliwatts
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1. RES/+ switch
2. CANCEL switch
3. SET/- switch
4. Cruise ON/OFF switch
WARNING
.Always observe the posted speed
limits and do not set the speed over
them.
.Do not use the cruise control when
driving under the following condi-
tions. Doing so could cause a loss of
vehicle control and result in an
accident.— When it is not possible to keep
the vehicle at a constant speed
— When driving in heavy traffic
— When driving in traffic that var-
ies speed
— When driving in windy areas
— When driving on winding or hilly
roads
— When driving on slippery (rain,
snow, ice, etc.) roads
CAUTION
On Manual Transmission (MT) model,
do not shift to the N (Neutral) position
without depressing the clutch pedal
when the cruise control is operated.
Should this occur, depress the clutch
pedal and turn the Cruise ON/OFF
switch off immediately. Failure to do
so may cause engine damage.
PRECAUTIONS ON CRUISE CON-
TROL
.If the cruise control system malfunctions, it
will cancel automatically. The CRUISE in-
dicator in the vehicle information display will
then blink to warn the driver.
.If the CRUISE indicator blinks, turn the
Cruise ON/OFF switch off and have the
system checked. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
.The CRUISE indicator may blink when the
Cruise ON/OFF switch is turned ON while
pushing the RES/+, SET/-, or CANCEL
switch. To properly set the cruise control
system, perform the following procedures.
CRUISE CONTROL OPERATIONS
The cruise control allows driving at speeds
above 25 MPH (40 km/h) without keeping your
foot on the accelerator pedal.
The cruise control will automatically be canceled
if the vehicle slows down more than approxi-
mately 8 MPH (13 km/h) below the set speed.
Moving the shift lever to the N (Neutral) position
will cancel the cruise control.
CRUISE CONTROL (if so equipped)

Turning on cruise control
Push the Cruise ON/OFF switch. The CRUISE
indicator in the vehicle information display will
appear.
Setting cruising speed
1. Accelerate to the desired speed.
2. Push the SET/- switch and release it.
3. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.
The vehicle will maintain the set speed.
Passing another vehicle:
Depress the accelerator pedal to accelerate.
After releasing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle
will return to the previously set speed.
The vehicle may not maintain the set speed
when going up or down steep hills. In such
cases, drive without the cruise control.
Resetting to slower speed:
Use any one of the following methods to reset to
a slower speed.
.Lightly tap the foot brake pedal. When the
vehicle reaches the desired speed, push
and release the SET/- switch.
.Push and hold the SET/- switch. When the
vehicle reaches the desired speed, release
the SET- switch..Quickly push and release the SET/- switch.
This will reduce the vehicle speed by about
1 MPH (1.6 km/h) .
Resetting to faster speed:
Use any one of the following methods to reset to
a faster speed.
.Depress the accelerator pedal. When the
vehicle reaches the desired speed, push
and release the SET/- switch.
.Push and hold the RES/+switch. When the
vehicle reaches the desired speed, release
the RES/+ switch.
.Quickly push and release the RES/+ switch.
This will increase the vehicle speed by about
1 MPH (1.6 km/h) .
Resuming at preset speed:
Push and release the RES/+ switch.
The vehicle will resume the last set cruising
speed when the vehicle speed is over 25 MPH
(40 km/h) .
Cancelling cruising speed
Use any one of the following methods to cancel
the set speed.
.Push the CANCEL switch.
.Tap the foot brake pedal..Push the Cruise ON/OFF switch. The
CRUISE indicator will turn off.
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