CHECKING LIGHTS
With all doors closed, apply the parking brake,
fasten the seat belts and place the ignition switch
in the ON position without starting the hybrid
system. The following lights (if so equipped) will
come on:
,,,,
The following lights (if so equipped) come on
briefly and then go off:
,,,,
If any light fails to come on or operate in a way
other than described, it may indicate a burned-
out bulb and/or a system malfunction. Have the
system checked. It is recommended that you visit
a NISSAN dealer for this service.
Some indicators and warnings are also displayed
on the vehicle information display between the
speedometer and tachometer. For additional in-
formation, refer to “Vehicle information display” in
this section.
WARNING LIGHTS
For additional information, refer to “Vehicle infor-
mation display” in this section.
12–volt battery charge warninglight
If this light comes on when the READY to drive
indicator light comes on, it may indicate the
charging system is not functioning properly. Have
your vehicle serviced immediately. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this
service.
CAUTION
The charging system may not be function-
ing properly if the 12–volt battery charge
warning light comes on while the hybrid
system is running. The hybrid system will
stop operating when the 12–volt battery
becomes discharged. Immediately stop
the vehicle in a safe place and contact a
NISSAN dealer.
Anti-lock Braking System(ABS) warning light
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the ABS warning light illuminates and
then turns off. This indicates the ABS is opera-
tional. If the ABS warning light illuminates while the
hybrid system is running, or while driving, it may
indicate the ABS is not functioning properly.
Have the system checked. It is recommended
that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
If an ABS malfunction occurs, the anti-lock func-
tion is turned off. The brake system then operates
normally, but without anti-lock assistance. For
additional information, refer to “Brake system” in
the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.
Brake warning light
This light functions for both the parking brake and
the foot brake systems.
Low brake fluid warning light
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the light warns of a low brake fluid level.
If the light comes on while the hybrid system is
running, with the parking brake not applied, stop
the vehicle and perform the following:
1. Check the brake fluid level. Add brake fluid as necessary. For additional information, re-
fer to “Brake fluid” in the “Do-it-yourself”
section of this manual.
2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the warning system checked. It is recommended
that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this ser-
vice.
Instruments and controls2-11
Driver Assistance
The driver assistance menu allows the user to
change the settings for driving, parking, and brak-
ing aids.
Menu itemResult
Driving Aids (if so equipped) Displays available driving aids
Cruise Control Displays available cruise control oprions
Steering Assist Allows user to turn the steering assist feature on or off
Blind Spot Displays available blind spot options
Warning Allows user to turn Blind Spot Warning (BSW) on or off. For additional information, refer to “Blind Spot Warning (BSW)” in the
“Starting and driving” section of this manual.
Emergency Brake Allows user to turn the emergency brake feature on or off. For additional information, refer to “Forward Emergency Braking
(FEB)” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.
Forward (FCW) Allows user to turn then forward collision warning on or off
Parking Aids (if so equipped) Displays available parking aids
Moving Object Allows user to turn the Moving Object Detection (MOD) feature on or off For additional information, refer to “Around View®
Monitor” in the “Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems” section of this manual.
Cross Traffic Allows user to turn the Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) feature on or off
Front Sensor Allows user to turn the front sensor on or off
Rear Sensor Allows user to turn the rear sensor feature on or off
Display Allows user to turn the display on or off
Volume Allows user to select volume (High, Mid. or Low)
Range Allows user to set the sensor range (Far, Mid. or Low)
Chassis Control Displays available chassis controls options
Trace Control Allows user to turn the trace control feature on or off. For additional information, refer to “Active trace control” in the “Starting and
driving” section of this manual.
Engine Brake Allows user to turn the engine brake feature on or off. For additional information, refer to “Active engine brake” in the “Starting
and driving” section of this manual.
2-22Instruments and controls
OPERATING THE POWER LIFTGATE
(if so equipped)
WARNING
●Make sure that all passengers have
their hands, etc., inside the vehicle be-
fore closing the liftgate.
● To help avoid risk of injury or death
through unintended operation of the
vehicle and or its systems, including
entrapment in windows or inadvertent
door lock activation, do not leave chil-
dren, people who require the assistance
of others or pets unattended in your
vehicle. Additionally, the temperature
inside a closed vehicle on a warm day
can quickly become high enough to
cause a significant risk of injury or
death to people and pets. NOTE:
To open, close or reverse the power liftgate,
the shift lever must be in P (Park) . Also, the
power liftgate will not operate if battery
voltage is low.
Power Open:
The power liftgate automatically moves from the
fully closed position to the fully open position in
approximately five – eight seconds. The power
open feature can be activated by the button on
the key fob, the instrument panel switch or the
liftgate open switch. A chime sounds to indicate
the power open sequence has been started. ●
When the vehicle is locked, the liftgate can
be opened with the instrument panel switch
or key fob.
● The key fob button must be held for 0.5 sec-
ond before the liftgate opens.
● The liftgate must be unlocked (or the key fob
must be within range) to open with the lift-
gate open switch
A.
● The liftgate open switch
Acan only be used
to open the liftgate if the MAIN switch (lo-
cated in Instrument Panel) is in the ON po-
sition.
Instrument panel switch
LPD2212
Liftgate opener switch
LPD2209
Pre-driving checks and adjustments3-25
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode.........5-45
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode
operation ..................................... 5-47
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode
switches ...................................... 5-48
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode
limitations ..................................... 5-54
System temporarily unavailable ..................5-58
System maintenance ........................... 5-60
Conventional (fixed speed) cruise control
mode ........................................ 5-61
Forward Emergency Braking (FEB) (if so equipped) . . 5-66 FEB system operation .......................... 5-67
Turning the FEB system on/off . . ................5-69
FEB system limitations ......................... 5-69
System temporarily unavailable ..................5-70
System malfunction ............................ 5-71
System maintenance ........................... 5-71
Forward Emergency Braking (FEB) with pedestrian
detection system (if so equipped) ..................5-73
FEB with pedestrian detection system
operation ..................................... 5-74
Turning the FEB with Pedestrian Detection
system ON/OFF ............................... 5-76FEB with pedestrian detection system
limitations
..................................... 5-77
System temporarily unavailable ..................5-79
System malfunction ............................ 5-80
System maintenance ........................... 5-80
Break-in schedule ................................ 5-82
Fuel efficient driving tips ........................... 5-82
Increasing fuel economy ........................... 5-84
All-wheel drive (AWD) (if so equipped) ..............5-84
AWD Lock Switch Operations ..................5-85
Parking/parking on hills ............................ 5-87
Power steering ................................... 5-88
Brake system .................................... 5-89
Brake precautions ............................. 5-89
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) .................5-89
Brake assist .................................. 5-90
V ehicle
Dynamic Control (VDC) system .............5-91
Brake force distribution ........................ 5-92
Chassis Control .................................. 5-93
Active trace control ............................ 5-93
Active engine brake ............................ 5-94
Active ride control ............................. 5-95
Hill start assist system ............................ 5-96
WARNING
●Do not leave children or adults who
would normally require the assistance
of others alone in your vehicle. Pets
should also not be left alone. They
could accidentally injure themselves or
others through inadvertent operation of
the vehicle. Also, on hot, sunny days,
temperatures in a closed vehicle could
quickly become high enough to cause
severe or possibly fatal injuries to
people or animals.
● Properly secure all cargo with ropes or
straps to help prevent it from sliding or
shifting. Do not place cargo higher than
the seatbacks. In a sudden stop or col-
lision, unsecured cargo could cause
personal injury.
● To avoid raising the center of gravity
excessively, do not exceed the rated
capacity of the roof rack (if so equipped)
and evenly distribute the load.
EXHAUST GAS (carbon monoxide)
WARNING
●Do not breathe exhaust gases; they
contain colorless and odorless carbon
monoxide. Carbon monoxide is danger-
ous. It can cause unconsciousness or
death.
● If you suspect that exhaust fumes are
entering the vehicle, drive with all win-
dows fully open, and have the vehicle
inspected immediately.
● Do not run the engine in closed spaces
such as a garage.
● Do not park the vehicle with the engine
running for any extended length of time.
● Keep the rear vent windows, liftgates,
doors and trunk lids (if so equipped)
closed while driving, otherwise exhaust
gases could be drawn into the passen-
ger compartment. If you must drive with
one of these open, follow these
precautions:
1. Open all the windows.
2. Set the
air recirculation but-
ton to off and the fan control dial to
high to circulate the air. ●
If electrical wiring or other cable con-
nections must pass to a trailer through
the seal on the liftgate or the body,
follow the manufacturer’s recommen-
dation to prevent carbon monoxide en-
try into the vehicle.
● The exhaust system and body should be
inspected by a qualified mechanic
whenever:
a. The vehicle is raised for service.
b. You suspect that exhaust fumes are entering into the passenger
compartment.
c. You notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system.
d. You have had an accident involving damage to the exhaust system, un-
derbody, or rear of the vehicle.
THREE-WAY CATALYST
The three-way catalyst is an emission control
device installed in the exhaust system. Exhaust
gases in the three-way catalyst are burned at
high temperatures to help reduce pollutants.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN STARTING
AND DRIVING
5-4Starting and driving
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 cause inter-
ference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference, including interference that
may cause undesired operation of the de-
vice.
Frequency bands: 24.05 – 24.25GHz
Output power: less than 20 milliwattsWARNING
Failure to follow the warnings and instruc-
tions for proper use of the RCTA system
could result in serious injury or death.
●The RCTA system is not a replacement
for proper driving procedures and is not
designed to prevent contact with ve-
hicles or objects. When backing out of a
parking space, always use the side and
rear mirrors and turn and look in the
direction your vehicle will move. Never
rely solely on the RCTA system.
The RCTA system will assist you when backing
out from a parking space. When the vehicle is in
reverse, the system is designed to detect other
vehicles approaching from the right or left of the
vehicle. If the system detects cross traffic, it will
alert you.
REAR CROSS TRAFFIC ALERT (RCTA)
Starting and driving5-33
HOW TO ENABLE/DISABLE THE
RCTA SYSTEM
Perform the following steps to enable or disable
the RCTA system.1. Press the
button until “Settings” dis-
plays in the vehicle information display and
then press OK. Use the
button to
select “Driver Assistance.” Then press the
OK button.
2. Select “Parking Aids” and 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:
When enabling/disabling the system, the
system setting will be retained even if the
hybrid system is restarted.
LSD2730
5-36Starting and driving
1. Firmly apply the parking brake.
2. Move the shift lever to the P (Park) position.
3. To help prevent the vehicle from rolling intotraffic when parked on an incline, it is a good
practice to turn the wheels as illustrated.
● HEADED DOWNHILL WITH CURB
A:
Turn the wheels into the curb and move the
vehicle forward until the curb side wheel
gently touches the curb.
● HEADED UPHILL WITH CURB
B:
Turn the wheels away from the curb and
move the vehicle back until the curb side
wheel gently touches the curb.
● HEADED UPHILL OR DOWNHILL, NO
CURB
C:
Turn the wheels toward the side of the road
so the vehicle will move away from the cen-
ter of the road if it moves.
4. Place the ignition switch in the LOCK posi- tion.
WARNING
●If the hybrid system is not running or is
turned off while driving, the power as-
sist for the steering will not work. Steer-
ing will be harder to operate
● When the power steering warning light
illuminates with the hybrid system run-
ning, 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. If the steering wheel operation is still per-
formed, the power steering may stop and the
power steering warning light will illuminate. In a
safe location, stop the hybrid system and push the ignition switch to the OFF position. The tem-
perature of the power steering system will go
down after a period of time and the power assist
level will return to normal after starting the hybrid
system. The power steering warning light will go
off. Avoid repeating such steering wheel opera-
tions that could cause the power steering system
to overheat.
You may hear a noise from the front of the vehicle
when the steering wheel is operated. This is a
normal operational noise and is not a malfunction.
If the electric power steering warning light
PS
illuminates while the hybrid system 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 hybrid system 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.
POWER STEERING
5-88Starting and driving