2018 NISSAN QASHQAI air conditioning

4-30Heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems
WARNING
.The heater and air conditioner
operate only when the engine is
running.
. Never leave children or adults
who would normally require the
support of others alone in the
vehicle. Pets should not be left
alone either. They could unknow-
ingly activate switches or con-
trols and inadvertently become
involved in a serious accident
and injure themselves. On hot,
sunny days, temperatures in a
closed vehicle could quickly be-
come high enough to cause se-
vere or possibly fatal injuries to
people or animals.
. Do not use the recirculation mode
for long periods as it may cause
the interior air to become stale
and the windows to fog up.
. Do not adjust the heating and air
conditioning controls while driv-
ing so that full attention may be
given to vehicle operation.
The heater and air conditioner operate
when the engine is running. The air blower will operate even if the engine is
turned off and the ignition switch is
placed in the ON position.
NOTE:
.
Odors from inside and outside the
vehicle can build up in the air condi-
tioner unit. Odor can enter the pas-
senger compartment through the
ventilators.
. When parking, set the heater and air
conditioner controls to turn off air
recirculation to allow fresh air into
the passenger compartment. This
should help reduce odors inside the
vehicle.
HEATER AND AIR CONDITIONER

4-32Heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems
A/C (Air Conditioner) operation:
Push the A/C button to turn on or off the
air conditioner. When the air conditioner
is on, the A/C indicator light on the button
illuminates.
MAX A/C (Quick Air Conditioning) op-
eration:
Push the MAX A/C button for maximum
cooling and dehumidifying.
When the MAX A/C mode is turned on, the
air flow mode indicator will turn off with
the air flow mode fixed at
.
At the same time, the indicator light on
the A/C button and the air recirculation
mode will turn on.
Push the MAX A/C button again to turn
off the MAX A/C mode. When the MAX A/C
mode is turned off, most of the settings
will return to the previous state, while the
indicator light on the A/C button will stay
on.
Heater operation
Heating:
This mode is used to direct heated air
from the foot outlets. Some air also flows
from the defroster outlets and the side
ventilator outlets.
1. Push the air recirculation
button
for normal heating. (The indicator light
will turn off.)
2. Push the
button. (The indicator
light will turn on.)
3. Turn the fan speed control
dial to
the desired position.
4. Turn the temperature control dial to the desired position between the
middle and the hot (right) position.
Ventilation:
This mode directs outside air from the
side and center ventilators.
1. Push the air recirculation
button.
(The indicator light will turn off.)
2. Push the
button. (The indicator
light will turn on.)
3. Turn the fan speed control
dial to
the desired position.
4. Turn the temperature control dial to the desired position. Defrosting or defogging:
This mode directs the air to the defroster
outlets to defrost/defog the windows.
1. Push the front defroster
button.
(The indicator light will turn on.)
2. Turn the fan speed control
dial to
the desired position.
3. Turn the temperature control dial to the desired position between the
middle and the hot (right) position.
To remove frost from the windshield
quickly, turn the temperature control
dial to the maximum hot (right) posi-
tion and the fan speed control
dial
to the maximum position.
When the front defroster mode is
selected, the air conditioner automa-
tically turns on if the outside tempera-
ture is more than 36°F (2°C). This
dehumidifies the air which helps defog
the windshield. The air recirculation
indicator automatically turns off, al-
lowing outside air to be drawn into
the passenger compartment to
further improve the defogging perfor-
mance. The recirculation mode can-
not be activated in the front defroster
mode.

4-38Heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems
contribute in a small part to global
warming.
Special charging equipment and lubricant
are required when servicing your vehicle’s
air conditioner. Using improper refriger-
ants or lubricants will cause severe da-
mage to the air conditioner system. (See
“Air conditioning system refrigerant and
lubricant recommendations” (P.10-6).)
A NISSAN dealer will be able to service
your environmentally friendly air condi-
tioner system.
In-cabin microfilter
The air conditioner system is equipped
with an in-cabin microfilter. To make sure
the air conditioner heats, defogs, and
ventilates efficiently, replace the filter
according the specified maintenance in-
tervals listed in the "9. Maintenance and
schedules" section. It is recommended to
visit a NISSAN dealer to replace the filter.
The filter should be replaced if the air flow
decreases significantly or if windows fog
up easily when operating the heater or air
conditioner.
AUDIO OPERATION PRECAUTIONS
Radio
Place the ignition switch in the ACC or ON
position and push the FM·AM button to
turn on the radio. If you listen to the radio
with the engine not running, the ignition
switch should be placed in the ACC
position.
Radio reception is affected by station
signal strength, distance from radio
transmitter, buildings, bridges, mountains
and other external influences. Intermit-
tent changes in reception quality nor-
mally are caused by these external
influences.
Using a cellular phone in or near the
vehicle may influence radio reception
quality.
Radio reception:
Your vehicle radio system is equipped
with state-of-the-art electronic circuits to
enhance radio reception. These circuits
are designed to extend reception range,
and to enhance the quality of that recep-
tion.
However there are some general charac-
teristics of both FM and AM radio signals
that can affect radio reception quality in a
moving vehicle, even when the finest
equipment is used. These characteristicsare completely normal in a given recep-
tion area, and do not indicate any mal-
function in your vehicle radio system.
Reception conditions will constantly
change because of vehicle movement.
Buildings, terrain, signal distance and
interference from other vehicles can work
against ideal reception. Described below
are some of the factors that can affect
your radio reception.
Some cellular phones or other devices
may cause interference or a buzzing
noise to come from the audio system
speakers. Storing the device in a different
location may reduce or eliminate the
noise.
AUDIO SYSTEM

CAUTION
During the first 1,200 miles (2,000
km), follow these recommendations
to obtain maximum engine perfor-
mance and ensure the future relia-
bility and economy of your new
vehicle. Failure to follow these re-
commendations may result in shor-
tened engine life and reduced engine
performance.
. Avoid driving for long periods at con-
stant speed, either fast or slow. Do not
run the engine over 4,000 rpm.
. Do not accelerate at full throttle in any
gear.
. Avoid quick starts.
. Avoid hard braking as much as possi-
ble. Follow these easy-to-use Fuel Efficient
Driving Tips to help you achieve the most
fuel economy from your vehicle.
1. Use smooth accelerator and brake
pedal application.
.Avoid rapid starts and stops..Use smooth, gentle accelerator andbrake application whenever possi-
ble.
.Maintain constant speed whilecommuting and coast whenever
possible.
2. Maintain constant speed.
.Look ahead to try and anticipate and minimize stops.
.Synchronizing your speed with traf-fic lights allows you to reduce your
number of stops.
.Maintaining a steady speed canminimize red light stops and im-
prove fuel efficiency.
3. Use air conditioning (A/C) at higher vehicle speeds.
.Below 40 MPH (64 km/h), it is moreefficient to open windows to cool
the vehicle due to reduced engine
load.
.Above 40 MPH (64 km/h), it is more
efficient to use A/C to cool the
vehicle due to increased aerody-
namic drag.
.Recirculating the cool air in thecabin when the A/C is on reduces
cooling load.
4. Drive at economical speeds and dis- tances.
.Observing the speed limit and notexceeding 60 MPH (97 km/h)
(where legally allowed) can improve
fuel efficiency due to reduced aero-
dynamic drag.
.Maintaining a safe following dis-tance behind other vehicles re-
duces unnecessary braking.
.Safely monitoring traffic to antici- pate changes in speed permits
reduced braking and smooth accel-
eration changes.
.Select a gear range suitable to roadconditions.
5. Use cruise control.
.Using cruise control during highway driving helps maintain a steady
speed.
.Cruise control is particularly effec-tive in providing fuel savings when
driving on flat terrains.
6. Plan for the shortest route.
.Utilize a map or navigation system to determine the best route to save
time.
Starting and driving5-99
BREAK-IN SCHEDULE FUEL EFFICIENT DRIVING TIPS

10 Technical and consumer information
Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants .................................... 10-2Fuel information .................................................................. 10-3
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation ........ 10-5
Air conditioning system refrigerant and
lubricant recommendations ...................................... 10-6
Specifications ........................................................................\
........ 10-7 Engine ........................................................................\
.................. 10-7
Wheels and tires .................................................................. 10-7
Dimensions and weights .............................................. 10-8
When traveling or registering in
another country ........................................................................\
. 10-8
Vehicle identification .............................................................. 10-8 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) plate ....... 10-8
Vehicle identification number
(chassis number) ................................................................. 10-9
Engine serial number ....................................................... 10-9
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ................. 10-9
Emission control information label .................. 10-10
Tire and Loading Information label ................. 10-10
Air conditioner specification label ..................... 10-10
Installing front license plate ......................................... 10-11 Vehicle loading information ......................................... 10-11
Terms ........................................................................\
............. 10-11
Vehicle load capacity ................................................ 10-12
Securing the load ......................................................... 10-13
Loading tips ...................................................................... 10-13
Measurement of weights ....................................... 10-14
Towing a trailer ...................................................................... 10-14
Flat towing ........................................................................\
......... 10-15 Flat towing for All–Wheel Drive vehicle (if
so equipped) ..................................................................... 10-15
Flat towing for Front-Wheel Drive vehicle
(if so equipped) ............................................................... 10-15
Uniform tire quality grading ........................................ 10-16
Treadwear ........................................................................\
.. 10-16
Traction AA, A, B and C ........................................... 10-16
Temperature A, B and C ......................................... 10-16
Emission control system warranty ......................... 10-17
Reporting safety defects ................................................ 10-17
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance
(I/M) test ........................................................................\
............... 10-18
Event Data Recorders (EDR) ......................................... 10-19
Owner’s manual/service manual
order information ................................................................. 10-19

10-2Technical and consumer information
The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be a little different. When refilling, follow the
procedure instructed in the “8. Do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity.
Fluid typeCapacity (approximate)
Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
Metric
Measure US
Measure Imperial
Measure
Fuel 55 L 14-1/2 gal 12-1/8 galÂSee “Fuel information” (P.10-3).
Engine oil
*1With oil filter change 3.8 L 4 qt 3-3/8 qtÂGenuine “Nissan Motor Oil 0W-20 SN” is recommended.
 If the above motor oil is not available, use an equivalent motor oil that matches
the above grade and viscosity. For additional information, see “Engine oil and oil
filter recommendation” (P.10-5).
Drain and refill
*1: For additional
information, see
“Changing engine
oil and filter” (P.8-
6). Without oil filter change
3.6 L 3-7/8 qt 3-1/8 qt
Engine coolant With reservoir CVT model 8.7 L 9-1/4 qt 7-5/8 qtÂPre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalent
MT model 8.5 L 8-3/8 qt 7 qt
Reservoir 0.6 L 5/8 qt 1/2 qt
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) fluid — — —ÂGenuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3
 NISSAN recommends using Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3 (or equivalent) ONLY
in NISSAN CVTs. Do not mix with other fluids. Using fluids that are not equivalent
to Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3 may damage the CVT. Damage caused by the
use of fluids other than as recommended is not covered under NISSAN’s New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Manual Transmission (MT) gear oil — — —ÂManual Transmission Fluid (MTF) TRANSELF NFJ 75W-80 or equivalent
 If Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) TRANSELF NFJ is not available, API GL-4,
Viscosity SAE 75W-80 may be used as a temporary replacement. However, use
Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) TRANSELF NFJ as soon as it is available.
Differential gear oil — — —ÂGenuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid Super GL-5 80W-90 or equivalent
conventional (non-synthetic) oil
Transfer fluid — — —
Brake and clutch fluid Refill to the proper oil level ac-
cording to the instructions in the “8. Do-it-yourself” section. Â
Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid
*2or equivalent DOT 3*2: Available in mainland U.S.A. through a NISSAN dealer.
Multi-purpose grease — — — ÂNLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)
Air conditioning system refrigerant — — — ÂSee “Vehicle identification” (P.10-8) for air conditioner specification label.
 HFC-134a (R-134a) or HFO-1234yf (R-1234yf)
Air conditioning system lubricants — — — ÂSee “Vehicle identification” (P.10-8) for air conditioner specification label.
 A/C System Oil ND-OIL8(PAG) or ND-OIL12(PAG) or equivalent
Window washer fluid 4.5 L 1-1/4 gal 1 gal ÂGenuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner & Antifreeze or
equivalent
CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED
FLUIDS/LUBRICANTS

10-6Technical and consumer information
Oil viscosity
The engine oil viscosity or thickness
changes with temperature. Because of
this, it is important to select the engine oil
viscosity based on the temperatures at
which the vehicle will be operated before
the next oil change. Choosing an oil
viscosity other than that recommended
could cause serious engine damage.
Selecting the correct oil filter
Your new NISSAN vehicle is equipped with
a high-quality genuine NISSAN oil filter.
When replacing, use a genuine NISSAN oil
filter or its equivalent for the reason
described in “Change intervals”.
Change intervals
The oil and oil filter change intervals for
your engine are based on the use of the
specified quality oils and filters. Using an
engine oil and filter other than the
specified quality, or exceeding recom-
mended oil and filter change intervals
could reduce engine life. Damage to the
engine caused by improper maintenance
or use of incorrect oil and filter quality
and/or viscosity is not covered by the
NISSAN new vehicle limited warranty.
Your engine was filled with a high quality
engine oil when it was built. You do not
have to change the oil before the firstrecommended change interval.
AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM RE-
FRIGERANT AND LUBRICANT RE-
COMMENDATIONS
The air conditioning system in your
NISSAN vehicle must be charged with
the specified refrigerant and compres-
sor oil or equivalent. See the air condi-
tioner specification label. (See “Air
conditioner specification label” (P.10-
10).)
.
Type A
— HFC-134a (R-134a)
— A/C system oil ND-OIL8(PAG) or
equivalent
. Type B
— HFO-1234yf (R-1234yf)
— A/C system oil ND-OIL12(PAG) or
equivalent
CAUTION
The use of any other refrigerant or oil
may cause severe damage to the air
conditioning system and may re-
quire the replacement of all air con-
ditioner system components.
The refrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a) or HFO-
1234yf (R-1234yf) in your NISSAN vehicle will not harm the earth’s ozone layer.
Although this refrigerant does not affect
the earth’s atmosphere, certain govern-
mental regulations require the recovery
and recycling of any refrigerant during
automotive air conditioning system ser-
vice. A NISSAN dealer has the trained
technicians and equipment needed to
recover and recycle your air conditioning
system refrigerant.
It is recommended you visit a NISSAN
dealer when servicing your air condition-
ing system.

11 Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) .................... 5-107
Active Ride Control ................................................. 5-112
Advanced air bag system ..................................... 1-46
Air bag systemAdvanced air bag system .............................. 1-46
Front passenger air bag and
status light................................................................. 1-48
Front-seat mounted side-impact
supplemental air bag system..................... 1-54
Roof-mounted curtain side-impact
supplemental air bag system..................... 1-54
Air bag warning labels ............................................ 1-56
Air bag warning light................................. 1-57, 2-15
Air cleaner housing filter ....................................... 8-15
Air conditioner Air conditioner operation............................... 4-30
Air conditioner service...................................... 4-37
Air conditioner specification label....... 10-10
Air conditioning system refrigerant
and lubricant
recommendations ................................ 4-37, 10-6
Alarm, How to stop alarm (see vehicle
security system)............................................................ 2-38
Alcohol, drugs and driving ................................... 5-10
Antenna........................................................................\
....... 4-77
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) .................... 5-107
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
warning light ................................................................... 2-10
Appearance care Exterior appearance care ................................. 7-2
Interior appearance care................................... 7-4
Application download.............................................. 4-78
Armrest ........................................................................\
............ 1-6
Audible reminders....................................................... 2-17 Audio operation precautions ............................. 4-38
Audio system .................................................................. 4-38
Steering wheel audio controls................... 4-75
Automatic Door locks...................................................................... 3-7
Automatic air conditioner .................................... 4-35
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) .......... 5-82
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
system warning light................................................ 2-12
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) with
pedestrian detection system ............................. 5-89
AUX (Auxiliary) input jack....................................... 4-75
Average speed ............................................................... 2-34
Avoiding collision and rollover.............................. 5-8
B
Battery........................................................................\
.......... 8-11 Battery replacement, Intelligent Key ..... 8-23
Battery replacement, Key fob..................... 8-21
Battery saver system......................................... 2-47
Variable voltage control system .............. 8-13
Before starting the engine................................... 5-17
Blind Spot Warning (BSW) ..................................... 5-42
Bluetooth® Hands-Free
Phone System ................................................. 4-83, 4-93
Booster seats.................................................................. 1-36
Brake Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ............ 5-107
Brake and clutch fluid ......................................... 8-9
Brake system ....................................................... 5-106
Electronic parking brake system
warning light ............................................................ 2-12
Parking brake .......................................................... 5-27 Press Brake Pedal warning
(for electronic parking brake
equipped models) ................................................ 2-32
Warning light............................................................ 2-11
Break-in schedule ....................................................... 5-99
Brightness control Instrument panel ..................................................... 2-9
Bulb check/instrument panel............................ 2-10
Bulb replacement ........................................................ 8-25
C
Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants...................... 10-2
Car phone or CB radio ............................................ 4-83
Card holder....................................................................... 2-57
Cargo area ........................................................................\
2-55
Catalytic converter, Three way catalyst ....... 5-4
CD/USB memory care and cleaning............ 4-77
Chassis and body maintenance...................... 9-11
Chassis control............................................ 2-35, 5-110
Child restraints .............................................................. 1-20 Booster seats........................................................... 1-36
LATCH system ......................................................... 1-22
Precautions on child restraints................. 1-20
Child safety....................................................................... 1-17
Child safety rear door lock ...................................... 3-7
Chimes, Audible reminders.................................. 2-17
Circuit breaker, Fusible link ................................. 8-19
Cleaning exterior and interior ................... 7-2, 7-4
Clock ........................................................................\
.............. 2-36
Clutch fluid........................................................................\
.... 8-9
Cockpit ........................................................................\
............. 2-3
Cold weather driving ............................................. 5-113
Console box ..................................................................... 2-56
Console light ................................................................... 2-66