2017 NISSAN VERSA NOTE transmission

Warninglight Name Page
or
Anti-lock Braking
System (ABS) warn-
ing light 2-15
or
Brake warning light 2-15
Charge warning light 2-16
Door open warning
light (if so equipped)
2-16
Engine oil pressure
warning light2-16
High temperature
warning light (red) (if
so equipped)2-16
Warning
light Name Page
Low fuel warning
light 2-17
Low tire pressure
warning light (if so
equipped)2-17
Low windshield-
washer fluid warning
light (if so equipped)2-18
NISSAN Intelligent
Key® warning light
(if so equipped)2-19
P position selecting
warning lights (if so
equipped)2-19
Power steering
warning light (if so
equipped)2-19
Seat belt warning
light and chime
2-19
Warning
light Name Page
Supplemental air
bag warning light 2-20
Indicator
light Name Page
Continuously Vari-
able Transmission
(CVT) position indi-
cator light (if so
equipped) 2-20
Cruise main switch
indicator light (if so
equipped)
2-20
Cruise set switch
indicator light (if so
equipped)2-20
Engine start opera-
tion indicator light (if
so equipped)2-21
WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS
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7. Continuously Variable Transmission(CVT) position indicator (CVT models
only)
8. Instrument brightness control
CAUTION
● To clean the meter lens, use a soft cloth,
dampened with water. Never use a
rough cloth, alcohol, benzine, thinner or
any kind of solvent or paper towel with
a chemical cleaning agent. They will
scratch or cause discoloration to the
lens.
● Do not spray any liquid such as water on
the meter lens. Spraying liquid may
cause the system to malfunction.
1. Tachometer
2. Speedometer
3. Trip computer
Outside Air Temperature (if so
equipped) 4. Trip odometer reset switch
Instrument brightness control
Type B (if so equipped)
LIC3660
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5.Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
position indicator (CVT models only)
Odometer
Twin trip odometer
6. Fuel gauge
CAUTION
● To clean the meter lens, use a soft cloth,
dampened with water. Never use a
rough cloth, alcohol, benzine, thinner or
any kind of solvent or paper towel with
a chemical cleaning agent. They will
scratch or cause discoloration to the
lens.
● Do not spray any liquid such as water on
the meter lens. Spraying liquid may
cause the system to malfunction.
SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER
This vehicle is equipped with a speedometer and
odometer. The speedometer is located on the
right side of the meter cluster. The odometer is
located within the trip computer.
Speedometer
The speedometer indicates vehicle speed.
Type A (if so equipped)
LIC2136
Type B (if so equipped)
LIC2763
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orAnti-lock Braking System (ABS)
warning lightP position selecting warning light
(if so equipped)High beam indicator light (blue)
orBrake warning lightPower steering warning light (if so equipped)Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
Charge warning lightSeat belt warning light and chimeOverdrive OFF indicator light (if so equipped)
Door open warning light (if so equipped)Supplemental air bag warning lightSecurity indicator light (if so equipped)
Engine oil pressure warning lightContinuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
position indicator light (if so equipped)Side light and headlight indicator light (green)
(if so equipped)
High temperature warning light (red)
(if so equipped)Cruise main switch indicator light
(if so equipped)Slip indicator light
Low fuel warning lightCruise set switch indicator light
(if so equipped)Turn signal/hazard indicator lights
Low tire pressure warning light
(if so equipped)Engine start operation indicator light
(if so equipped)Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF indicator
light
Low windshield-washer fluid warning light
(if so equipped)Front fog light indicator light (if so equipped)
NISSAN Intelligent Key® warning light
(if so equipped)Front passenger air bag status light
WARNING LIGHTS, INDICATOR
LIGHTS AND AUDIBLE REMINDERS
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sounds for about 6 seconds unless the driver’s
seat belt is securely fastened.
The seat belt warning light may also illuminate if
the front passenger’s seat belt is not fastened
when the front passenger’s seat is occupied. For
7 seconds after the ignition switch is placed in
the ON position, the system does not activate the
warning light for the front passenger.
For additional information, refer to “Seat belts” in
the “Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental
restraint system” section of this manual.
Supplemental air bag warninglight
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON or
START position, the supplemental air bag warn-
ing light illuminates for about 7 seconds and then
turns off. This means the system is operational.
If any of the following conditions occur, the front
air bag, side air bag, curtain air bag, and preten-
sioner seat belt systems need servicing:
● The supplemental air bag warning light re-
mains on after approximately 7 seconds.
● The supplemental air bag warning light
flashes intermittently.
● The supplemental air bag warning light does
not come on at all. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer
for these services.
Unless checked and repaired, the supplemental
restraint system (air bag system) and/or the pre-
tensioner(s) may not function properly. For addi-
tional information, refer to “Supplemental Re-
straint System (SRS)” in the “Safety—Seats, seat
belts and supplemental restraint system” section
of this manual.
WARNING
If the supplemental air bag warning light
is on, it could mean that the front air bag,
side air bag, curtain air bag, and/or pre-
tensioner systems will not operate in an
accident. To help avoid injury to yourself
or others, have your vehicle checked as
soon as possible. It is recommended that
you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
INDICATOR LIGHTS
This vehicle has various indicator lights that may
illuminate to indicate a system status. For addi-
tional information, refer to the specific light in this
section.
Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT) position
indicator light (if so equipped)
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the indicator light shows the shift lever
position. For additional information, refer to “Driv-
ing the vehicle” in the “Starting and driving” sec-
tion of this manual.
Cruise main switch indicatorlight (if so equipped)
The light comes on when the cruise control main
switch is pushed. The light goes out when the
main switch is pushed again. When the cruise
main switch indicator light comes on, the cruise
control system is operational.
Cruise set switch indicatorlight (if so equipped)
The light comes on while the vehicle speed is
controlled by the cruise control system. If the light
blinks while the engine is running, it may indicate
the cruise control system is not functioning prop-
erly. Have the system checked. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this
service.
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5 Starting and driving
Precautions when starting and driving................5-2
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ..................5-2
Three-way catalyst ..............................5-2
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
(if so equipped) ................................5-3
Avoiding collision and rollover . . ..................5-6
Off-road recovery ...............................5-6
Rapid air pressure loss ..........................5-7
Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving ................5-8
Ignition switch (if so equipped) ......................5-8
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
(if so equipped) ................................5-8
Manual transmission (if so equipped) .............5-9
Ignition switch positions .........................5-9
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System
(if so equipped) ............................... 5-10
Push-button ignition switch (if so equipped) .........5-10
Operating range ............................... 5-11
Push-button ignition switch positions . . . .........5-11
Emergency engine shut off .....................5-12
NISSAN Intelligent Key® battery discharge .......5-12
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System .............5-13
Before starting the engine ......................... 5-13
Starting the engine ............................... 5-14Driving the vehicle
................................ 5-15
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
(if so equipped) ............................... 5-15
Manual transmission (if so equipped) ............5-19
Parking brake .................................... 5-20
Cruise control (if so equipped) . . ...................5-21
Precautions on cruise control ...................5-22
Cruise control operations .......................5-22
Break-in schedule ................................ 5-23
Fuel efficient driving tips ........................... 5-24
Increasing fuel economy ........................... 5-25
Parking/parking on hills ............................ 5-26
Power steering ................................... 5-27
Brake system .................................... 5-28
Brake precautions ............................. 5-28
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) .................5-28
Brake assist .................................. 5-29
V ehicle

Dynamic Control (VDC) system .............5-30
Brake force distribution ........................ 5-31
Cold weather driving .............................. 5-32
Freeing a frozen door lock ......................5-32
Antifreeze ..................................... 5-32
Battery ....................................... 5-32

DRINKING ALCOHOL/DRUGS AND
DRIVING
WARNING
Never drive under the influence of alcohol
or drugs. Alcohol in the bloodstream re-
duces coordination, delays reaction time
and impairs judgement. Driving after
drinking alcohol increases the likelihood
of being involved in an accident injuring
yourself and others. Additionally, if you
are injured in an accident, alcohol can
increase the severity of the injury.
NISSAN is committed to safe driving. However,
you must choose not to drive under the influence
of alcohol. Every year thousands of people are
injured or killed in alcohol-related collisions. Al-
though the local laws vary on what is considered
to be legally intoxicated, the fact is that alcohol
affects all people differently and most people
underestimate the effects of alcohol.
Remember, drinking and driving don’t mix! That is
true for drugs (over-the-counter, prescription)
and illegal drugs, too. Don’t drive if your ability to
operate your vehicle is impaired by alcohol,
drugs, or some other physical condition.
WARNING
● Never remove the ignition key or place
the ignition switch in the LOCK position
while driving. The steering wheel will
lock. This may cause the driver to lose
control of the vehicle and could result in
serious vehicle damage or personal
injury.
CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE
TRANSMISSION (CVT) (if so
equipped)
The ignition lock is designed so that the ignition
switch cannot be turned to the LOCK position
until the shift lever is moved to the P (Park)
position.
● When placing the ignition switch in the
LOCK position, make sure that the shift lever
is in the P (Park) position.
● When removing the key from the ignition
switch (if it is inserted) , make sure that the
shift lever is in the P (Park) position.
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IGNITION SWITCH (if so equipped)
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When the ignition switch cannot be placed to the
LOCK position:1. Shift the shift lever to the P (Park) position.
2. Move the ignition switch slightly in the ON direction.
3. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK posi- tion.
4. Remove the key if it is inserted in the ignition switch.
If the ignition switch is placed to the LOCK posi-
tion, the shift lever cannot be moved from the P
(Park) position.
The shift lever can be moved if the ignition
switch is in the ON position and the foot
brake pedal is depressed.
There is an OFF position
1between the
LOCK and ACC positions. The OFF position
is indicated by a “1” on the key cylinder.
MANUAL TRANSMISSION (if so
equipped)
The ignition switch includes a device that helps
prevent accidental removal of the key while driv-
ing.
The key can only be removed when the ignition
switch is in the LOCK position.
In order for the steering wheel to be locked, it
must be turned about 1/8 of a turn clockwise
from the straight up position. To lock the steering wheel, place the igni-
tion switch in the LOCK position. Remove
the key. To unlock the steering wheel, in-
sert the key and turn it gently while rotating
the steering wheel slightly right and left.
IGNITION SWITCH POSITIONS
LOCK: Normal parking position (0)
OFF: (1)
The engine can be turned off without locking the
steering wheel.
ACC: (Accessories) (2)
This position activates electrical accessories
such as the radio when the engine is not running.
ON: Normal operating position (3)
This position turns on the ignition system and the
electrical accessories.
START: (4)
This position starts the engine. As soon as the
engine has started, release the key. It automati-
cally returns to the ON position.
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