2018 NISSAN QASHQAI Owner´s Manual

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SIC4544
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 en-
gine 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.5-108).)
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The Intelligent 4x4 LOCK switch is located
on the instrument panel. The AWD LOCK
indicator light will illuminate when the
switch is turned on. For additional infor-
mation, refer to “Intelligent 4x4” (P.5-100).
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 mod-
els) automatically to avoid rapid accelera-
tion.
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 accelera-
tor pedal to turn off the ECO mode
VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC)
OFF SWITCH INTELLIGENT 4X4 LOCK SWITCH (if
so equipped)
ECO MODE SWITCH

system.
. The ECO mode system will turn off
automatically 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 pas-
sengers or cargo in the vehicle
— driving on a steep uphill slope
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The power outlet is located in the instru-
ment 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 elec-
trical 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 temperature fuse may
open.
. Before inserting or disconnecting
a plug, be sure the electrical
accessory 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
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 90°.
2. Push down the board until it stops.
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GLOVE BOX
WARNING
Keep glove box lid closed while driv-
ing 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 headlight switch is turned on.
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CONSOLE BOX
To open the console box lid, push up the
knoband 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
damage 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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Cargo area
LUGGAGE HOOKS
To use the hook, pull it up as illustrated.
WARNING
. Always make sure that the cargo
is properly secured. Use the sui-
table ropes and hooks.
. Unsecured cargo can become
dangerous in an accident or sud-
den stop.
. Do not apply a total load of more
than 22 lb (10 kg) to a single hook.
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Cargo area (hooks for shopping bags, etc.)
WARNING
Do not apply a total load of more
than 7 lb (3 kg) to the hook.
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PARCEL SHELF
WARNING
.Never put anything on the parcel
shelf, no matter how small. Any
object on it could cause an injury
in case of an accident or if the
brakes are applied suddenly.
. Do not leave the parcel shelf in
position when it is disengaged
from the grooves.
. Properly secure all cargo to help
prevent it from sliding or shifting.
Do not place cargo higher than the seatbacks. In a sudden stop
or collision, unsecured cargo
could cause personal injury
. The child restraint top tether
strap may be damaged by con-
tact with the parcel shelf or items
in the cargo area. Remove the
parcel shelf from the vehicle or
store it in its storage space. Also,
secure any lose items in the cargo
area. Your child could be seriously
injured or killed in a collision if the
top tether strap is damaged.
Removal
1. Open the liftgate. (See “Liftgate” (P.3-
25).)
2. Detach both of the ropes (left and right)
from the inside of the liftgate.
3. Detach the parcel shelf by simply pulling it rearwards through the lift-
gate opening.

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CAUTION
Make sure the parcel shelf is care-
fully stored when not in use in order
to prevent any damage.
Installation
1. Open the liftgate.
2. Insert the parcel shelf by pushing itforwards as far as possible through
the liftgate opening.
3. Attach the corresponding ropes to each side
of the liftgate. 4. Close the liftgate.
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Do not apply any load directly to the roof
side rails. Cross bars must be installed
before applying load/cargo/luggage to
the roof of the vehicle. Genuine NISSAN
accessory cross bars are available
through a NISSAN dealer. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
additional information.
The service load capacity for the roof side
rails is 150 lb (68 kg), however do not
exceed the accessory cross bars load
capacity.
Be careful that your vehicle does not
exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
(GVWR) or its Gross Axle Weight Rating
(GAWR front and rear). The GVWR and
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ROOF RACK (if so equipped)