2017 NISSAN SENTRA Key system warning

●Make sure the area around the vehicle is
clear.
● Check fluid levels such as engine oil, cool-
ant, brake and clutch fluid (if so equipped) ,
and windshield-washer fluid as frequently as
possible, or at least whenever you refuel.
● Check that all windows and lights are clean.
● Visually inspect tires for their appearance
and condition. Also check tires for proper
inflation.
● Lock all doors.
● Position seat and adjust head
restraints/headrests.
● Adjust inside and outside mirrors.
● Fasten seat belts and ask all passengers to
do likewise.
● Check the operation of warning lights when
the ignition switch is placed in the ON posi-
tion. For additional information, refer to
“Warning lights, indicator lights and audible
reminders” in the “Instruments and controls”
section of this manual. 1. Apply the parking brake.
2.
CVT model:
Move the shift lever to P (Park) or N (Neu-
tral) . P (Park) is recommended.
The shift lever cannot be moved out of
P (Park) and into any of the other gear
positions if the ignition switch is
turned to the OFF position or if the key
is removed from the ignition switch.
The starter is designed not to operate if
the shift lever is in any of the driving
positions.
Manual transmission model:
Move the shift lever to N (Neutral) . Depress
the clutch pedal to the floor while cranking
the engine.
The starter is designed not to operate
unless the clutch pedal is fully de-
pressed.
The Intelligent Key must be carried
when operating the ignition switch.
3. Crank the engine with your foot off the
accelerator pedal by turning the ignition
switch to START. Release the switch when
the engine starts. If the engine starts, but
fails to run, repeat the above procedure. ●
If the engine is very hard to start in ex-
tremely cold weather or when restarting,
depress the accelerator pedal a little (ap-
proximately 1/3 to the floor) and hold it
and then crank the engine. Release the
switch and the accelerator pedal when
the engine starts.
● If the engine is very hard to start because
it is flooded, depress the accelerator
pedal all the way to the floor and hold it.
Crank the engine for 5-6 seconds. After
cranking the engine, release the accel-
erator pedal. Crank the engine with your
foot off the accelerator pedal by turn-
ing the ignition switch to START. Release
the key when the engine starts. If the
engine starts, but fails to run, repeat the
above procedure.
CAUTION
Do not operate the starter for more than
15 seconds at a time. If the engine does
not start, turn the ignition switch to off and
wait 10 seconds before cranking again,
otherwise the starter could be damaged.
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE STARTING THE ENGINE (models without NISSAN Intelligent Key®
system)
5-14Starting and driving

●To help avoid risk of injury or death
through unintended operation of the
vehicle and/or its systems, do not leave
children, people who require the assis-
tance of others or pets unattended in
your vehicle. Additionally, the tempera-
ture 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.
1. Firmly apply the parking brake.
2. MT models
Place the shift lever in the R (Reverse) posi-
tion. When parking on an uphill grade, place
the shift lever in 1st gear.
CVT models
Move the shift lever into the P (Park) posi-
tion.
3. To help prevent the vehicle from rolling into traffic when parked on an incline, it is a good
practice to turn the wheels as illustrated.
● HEADED DOWNHILL WITH CURB
1:
Turn the wheels into the curb and move the
vehicle forward until the curb side wheel
gently touches the curb. ●
HEADED UPHILL WITH CURB
2:
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
3:
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 and remove the key.
WARNING
●If the engine is not running or is turned
off while driving, the power assist for
the steering will not work. Steering will
be harder to operate.
● When the power steering warning light
illuminates with the engine running,
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. When the temperature of the power steer-
ing system goes down, the power assist level will
return to normal. Avoid repeating such steering
POWER STEERING
Starting and driving5-71

WARNING
●The VDC system is designed to help the
driver maintain stability but does not
prevent accidents due to abrupt steer-
ing operation at high speeds or by care-
less or dangerous driving techniques.
Reduce vehicle speed and be especially
careful when driving and cornering on
slippery surfaces and always drive
carefully.
● Do not modify the vehicle’s suspension.
If suspension parts such as shock ab-
sorbers, struts, springs, stabilizer bars,
bushings and wheels are not NISSAN
recommended for your vehicle or are
extremely deteriorated, the VDC system
may not operate properly. This could
adversely affect vehicle handling per-
formance, and the
indicator may
flash or the
indicator light may
illuminate.
● If brake related parts such as brake
pads, rotors and calipers are not
NISSAN recommended or are extremely
deteriorated, the VDC system may not
operate properly and the
indica-
tor light may illuminate. ●
If engine control related parts are not
NISSAN recommended or are extremely
deteriorated, the
indicator light
may illuminate.
● When driving on extremely inclined sur-
faces such as higher banked corners,
the VDC system may not operate prop-
erly and the
indicator may flash or
the
indicator light may illuminate.
Do not drive on these types of roads.
● When driving on an unstable surface
such as a turntable, ferry, elevator or
ramp, the
indicator may flash or
the
indicator light may illuminate.
This is not a malfunction. Restart the
engine after driving onto a stable
surface.
● If wheels or tires other than the NISSAN
recommended ones are used, the VDC
system may not operate properly and
the
indicator may flash or
the
indicator light may illuminate.
● The VDC system is not a substitute for
winter tires or tire chains on a snow
covered road.
FREEING A FROZEN DOOR LOCK
To prevent a door lock from freezing, apply de-
icer through the key hole. If the lock becomes
frozen, heat the key before inserting it into the key
hole, or use the remote keyless entry key fob or
the NISSAN Intelligent Key®.
ANTIFREEZE
In the winter when it is anticipated that the tem-
perature will drop below 32°F (0°C) , check the
antifreeze to assure proper winter protection. For
additional information, refer to “Engine cooling
system” in the “Do-it-yourself” section of this
manual.
BATTERY
If the battery is not fully charged during extremely
cold weather conditions, the battery fluid may
freeze and damage the battery. To maintain maxi-
mum efficiency, the battery should be checked
regularly. For additional information, refer to “Bat-
tery” in the “Do-it-yourself” section of this manual.
DRAINING OF COOLANT WATER
If the vehicle is to be left outside without anti-
freeze, drain the cooling system, including the
engine block. Refill before operating the vehicle.
For additional information, refer to “Changing
engine coolant” in the “Do-it-yourself” section of
this manual.
COLD WEATHER DRIVING
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11 Index
A
Air bag (See supplemental restraint
system) .....................1-41
Air bag system Front (See supplemental front impact air bag
system) ...................1-48
Side and curtain (See supplemental
side air bag and curtain side-impact
air bag system) ...............1-55
Airbagwarninglabels.............1-57
Airbagwarninglight...........1-58,2-20
Air bag warning light, supplemental . .1-58, 2-20
Aircleaner....................8-17
Air cleaner housing filter ............8-17
Air conditioner Air conditioner operation ..........4-26
Air conditioner service ...........4-34
Air conditioner specification label ....10-13
Air conditioner system refrigerant and
oil recommendations ............10-8
Air conditioner system refrigerant
recommendations ..............10-8
Heater and air conditioner (automatic)
(if so equipped) ...............4-31
Heater and air conditioner
controls................4-24,4-32
Heater and air conditioner (manual) ....4-23
Servicing air conditioner ..........4-34
Airflowcharts..............4-20,4-27
Alarm system
(See vehicle security system) .........2-36Anchor point locations
.............1-25
Antenna.....................4-73
Antifreeze ....................5-76
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ........5-73
Apps .......................4-74
APPS button ...................4-7
Armrests .....................1-6
Audible reminders ...............2-23
Audio system ..................4-34
AMradioreception.............4-35
Bluetooth®audio..........4-70,4-70
Bluetooth® streaming audio ........4-70
Compact disc (CD) player . .4-46, 4-51, 4-58
FM/AM radio with compact disc (CD)
player ....................4-43
FM/AM/SAT radio with compact disc (CD)
player.................4-48,4-53
FMradioreception..........4-35,4-44
iPod® Player .............4-64,4-66
iPod® player operation .......4-64,4-66
Radio ....................4-34
Steering wheel audio control switch . . .4-72
USB interface ............4-60,4-62
USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connection
Port..................4-60,4-62
Autolight switch .................2-42
Automatic Automatic power window switch .....2-56
Automatic anti-glare inside mirror .......3-30
Automatic door locks ..............3-6
AUXjack.................4-44,4-60 B
Back button ....................4-7
Battery ..................5-76, 8-13
Charge warning light ............2-17
Battery replacement ..............8-24
Keyfob................8-24,8-25
NISSAN Intelligent Key® ..........8-26
Before starting the engine ...........5-14
Belt (See drive belt) ..............8-15
Blind Spot Warning (BSW) ..........5-26
Block heater Engine ....................5-77
Bluetooth® audio ............4-70,4-70
Bluetooth® hands-free phone system ....4-94
Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System with
Navigation System ..............4-106
Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System without
Navigation System ............4-78,4-94
Bluetooth® streaming audio with Navigation
System .....................4-70
Bluetooth® streaming audio without Navigation
System (if so equipped) ............4-70
Boosterseats..................1-38
Brake Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ......5-73
Brake fluid ..................8-11
Brakelight(Seestoplight).........8-31
Brake system ................5-72
Brakewarninglight.............2-16
Brakewearindicators........2-23,8-20
Parking brake operation ..........5-23

HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver .........2-62,2-64,2-64,2-65
Hood.......................3-24
Horn .......................2-46
I
Ignition switch ...................5-8
Ignition Switch Push-Button Ignition Switch ........5-10
Immobilizer system .........2-38,5-10,5-13
Important vehicle information label ......10-12
In-cabin microfilter ................8-17
Increasing fuel economy .............5-70
Indicator NISSAN Intelligent Key® battery discharge
indicator ...................5-13
Indicator lights and audible reminders
(See warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders).............2-16,2-21,3-20
Informationdisplay................2-24
Inside automatic anti-glare mirror ........3-30
Instrument brightness control ..........2-44
Instrument panel ...............0-6,2-2
Instrument panel dimmer switch ........2-44
Intelligent cruise control (ICC) system Brake assist .................5-47
Intelligent Key system Key operating range .............3-12
Key operation ................3-13
Mechanicalkey ................3-4
Remote keyless entry operation ....3-8,3-16
Troubleshooting guide ........3-22,3-23
Warning signals ............3-22,3-23
Interiorlight................2-59,2-60 Interiortrunklidrelease.............3-25
iPod® Player
...............4-64,4-66
ISOFIX child restraints .............1-23
J
Jump starting ................6-8,8-14
K
Key.........................3-2
Keyfobbatteryreplacement.......8-24,8-25
Keyless entry With Intelligent Key system
(See Intelligent Key system) ......3-8,3-16
Without Intelligent Key system
(See remote keyless entry system) ......3-7
Keys NISSAN Intelligent Key® .......3-2,3-10
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System keys . .3-4
L
Labels Air conditioner specification label .....10-13
C.M.V.S.S. certification label .......10-12
Emission control information label ....10-12
Engine serial number ............10-12
F.M.V.S.S. certification label ........10-12
Tire and Loading Information label ....10-13
Vehicle identification number (VIN) ....10-11
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
plate.....................10-11 Warning labels (for SRS)
..........1-57
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren)
System ......................1-23
License plate Installing the license plate .........10-13
Light Air bag warning light .........1-58,2-20
Brake light (See stop light) .........8-31
Bulb check/instrument panel ........2-16
Bulbreplacement..............8-31
Charge warning light ............2-17
Console light .................2-60
Exterior and Interior lights ..........8-31
Foglights...................8-29
Fog light switch ...............2-45
Headlightandturnsignalswitch......2-41
Headlight
control switch ..........2-41
Headlights..................8-28
Interiorlight..............2-59,2-60
Lightbulbs..................8-28
Low tire pressure warning light .......2-18
Low windshield-washer fluid warning
light ..................2-19,2-34
Passenger air bag and status light .....1-50
Security indicator light ............2-22
Spotlights(Seemaplight) .........2-60
Trunklight ..................2-61
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders ............2 -16, 2-21, 3-20
Lights.......................8-28 Maplights ..................2-60
Lock Child safety rear door lock ..........3-6
Door locks ...................3-5
Fuel-filler door lock opener lever ......3-26
Power door locks ............3-5,3-6
11-4

Trunk lid lock opener lever..........3-25
Loose fuel cap warning ..........2-6,2-34
Lowfuelwarninglight.......2-17,2-19,2-34
Low tire pressure warning light .........2-18
Low windshield-washer fluid warning
light ....................2-19,2-34
Luggage (See vehicle loading information) . .10-14
M
Maintenance General maintenance .............9-2
Insidethevehicle...............9-3
Maintenance precautions ...........8-2
Outside the vehicle ..............9-2
Seat belt maintenance ............1-18
Under the hood and vehicle .........9-4
Maintenance log .................9-14
Maintenance requirements ............9-2
Maintenance schedules ..............9-7
Maintenance under severe operation
conditions ....................9-13
Malfunction indicator light ............2-22
Manual front seat adjustment ...........1-3
Maplights ....................2-60
Map pocket ................2-49,2-49
Meters and gauges ................2-3
Instrument brightness control ........2-44
Mirror Automatic anti-glare inside mirror ......3-30
Outside mirror control ............3-32
Outside mirrors ...............3-32
Rearview ...................3-30
Vanity mirror .................3-29
Mirrors ......................3-30 Mobileapps ...................4-74
Moonroof
.................2-57,2-57
N
NissanConnect
SM................4-74
NissanConnectSMServices...........4-74
NISSAN Intelligent Key® .........3-2,3-10
NISSAN Intelligent Key® battery discharge
indicator .....................5-13
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer
System ...............2-38,5-10,5-13
O
Octane rating (See fuel octane rating) .....10-6
Odometer .....................2-5
Oil Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ................10-2
Changingengineoil..............8-8
Changing engine oil filter ...........8-9
Checking engine oil level ...........8-7
Engine oil ...................8-7
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation . .10-7
Engine oil viscosity ..............10-7
Oneshotcall...........4-82,4-97,4-109
Outside mirror control ..............3-32
Outside mirrors .................3-32
Overheat If your vehicle overheats ...........6-10
Owner’s manual order form ..........10-22
Owner’s manual/service manual order
information ...................10-22 P
Parking Parking brake operation ...........5-23
Parking/parking on hills ...........5-70
Phone, Bluetooth® hands-free system .....4-94
Power Powerdoorlocks ............3-5,3-6
Power outlet .................2-48
Power rear windows .............2-56
Power steering system ...........5-71
Power windows ...............2-55
Rear power windows ............2-56
Power outlet ...................2-48
Power steering ..................5-71
Precautions Maintenance precautions ...........8-2
Precautions on booster
seats ...........1-21,1-28,1-33,1-38
Precautions on child
restraints .........1-21,1-28,1-33,1-38
Precautions on seat belt usage .......1-11
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system ....................1-41
Precautions when starting and driving ....5-2
Programmable features ..........4-7,4-44
Push starting ...................6-10
R
Radio CarphoneorCBradio ...........4-78
FM/AM radio with compact disc (CD)
player .....................4-43
11-5

FM/AM/SAT radio with compact disc (CD)
player.................4-48,4-53
Steering wheel audio control switch ....4-72
Readiness for inspection maintenance (I/M)
test .......................10-21
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) ........5-36
Rear power windows ..............2-56
Rearseat......................1-6
Rearview mirror .................3-30
RearViewMonitor................4-10
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch .......................2-40
Recommended Fluids ..............10-2
Recorders EventData .................10-21
Refrigerant recommendation ..........10-8
Registering a vehicle in another country . . .10-11
Remote keyless entry system ...........3-7
Reporting safety defects (US only) ......10-20
S
Safety Child safety rear door lock ..........3-6
Childseatbelts.....1-21,1-28,1-33,1-38
Reporting safety defects (US only) ....10-20
Seat adjustment Front manual seat adjustment ........1-3
Front power seat adjustment .........1-4
Rear seat adjustment .............1-6
Seatback pockets ................2-50
Seat belt Childsafety..................1-19
Infantsandsmallchildren..........1-19
Injured Person ................1-14 Larger children
................1-20
Precautions on seat belt usage .......1-11
Pregnant women ...............1-14
Seat belt extenders .............1-18
Seatbeltmaintenance............1-18
Seatbelts................1-11,7-6
Shoulder belt height adjustment ......1-17
Three-point type with retractor .......1-14
Seatbeltextenders ...............1-18
Seat belt warning light ..........1-14,2-20
Seats Adjustment...................1-2
Armrests ....................1-6
Frontseats...................1-2
Heatedseats.................2-46
Manual front seat adjustment .........1-3
Rearseat....................1-6
Security indicator light ..............2-22
Security system (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer
System) , engine start .......2-38,5-10,5-13
Security systems Vehicle security system ........2-36,2-36
Self-adjusting brakes ..............8-20
Service manual order form ...........10-22
Servicing air conditioner .............4-34
Setting button ...............4-7,4-44
Shifting Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) .....................5-18
Manual transmission .............5-22
Shiftlockrelease.................5-20
Shoulder belt height adjustment ........1-17
Side air bag system (See supplemental
side air bag and curtain side-impact air bag
system) ......................1-55
Siri® Eyes-Free .................4-75 Smartphone connectivity
............4-74
Spark plug replacement .............8-16
Sparkplugs ...................8-16
Specifications ..................10-9
Speedometer .................2-4,2-5
SPORT mode switch ..............5-24
Spotlights (See map light) ...........2-60
SRSwarninglabel................1-57
Stability control .................
5-74
Standard maintenance ..............9-7
Starting Before starting the engine ..........5-14
Jump starting ..............6-8,8-14
Precautions when starting and driving ....5-2
Push starting .................6-10
Starting the engine ..........5-14,5-15
Starting the engine ............5-14,5-15
Steering Power steering system ...........5-71
Steering wheel ..................3-28
Steering wheel audio control switch ......4-72
Stoplight.....................8-31
Storage......................2-49
Storage tray ...................2-51
Sunglasses case .................2-53
Sunglasses holder ................2-53
Sunroof......................2-57
Sunroof(seeMoonroof).............2-57
Sun visors ....................3-29
Supplemental air bag warning labels ......1-57
Supplemental air bag warning light . . .1-58, 2-20
Supplemental front impact air bag system . . .1-48
Supplemental restraint system Information and warning labels .......1-57
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system ....................1-41
11-6