Pressing the button again during this
5 second period will stop SCAN tuning and
the radio will remain tuned to that station. If
the SCAN button is not pressed within
5 seconds, SCAN tuning moves to the next
station.
1 to 6 Station memory operations
Twelve stations can be set for the FM band
(6 for FM1, 6 for FM2) and six stations can be
set for the AM band.1. Choose the radio band AM, FM1 or FM2 using the AM or FM button.
2. Tune to the desired station using manual, SEEK or SCAN tuning. Press
and hold any of the desired station
memory buttons (1 – 6) until a beep
sound is heard.
3. The channel indicator will then come on and the sound will resume. Pro-
gramming is now complete.
4. Other buttons can be set in the same manner.
If the battery cable is disconnected or if the
fuse opens, the radio memory will be can-
celed. In that case, reset the desired sta-
tions.Compact disc (CD) player
operation
If the radio is already operating, it automati-
cally turns off and the compact disc begins
to play.
CD button
When the CD button is pressed with a com-
pact disc loaded and the radio playing, the
radio turns off and the last used compact
disc starts to play.
CD/MP3 display mode
While listening to an MP3/WMA CD, certain
text may be displayed on the screen if the
CD has been encoded with text informa-
tion. Depending on how the MP3/WMA CD
is encoded, information such as Artist,
Song and Folder will be displayed.
The track number and the total number of
tracks in the current folder or on the cur-
rent disc are displayed on the screen as
well.
SEEK/TRACK (Reverse or Fast Forward) button
Press and hold the SEEK/TRACK
button
orfor 1.5 seconds while
the compact disc is playing to reverse or fast forward the track being played. The
compact disc plays at an increased speed
while reversing or fast forwarding. When
the button is released, the compact disc
returns to normal play speed.
SEEK/TRACK button
Press the SEEK/TRACK button
while a
CD or MP3/WMA CD is playing to return to
the beginning of the current track. Press
the SEEK/TRACK button
several
times to skip backward several tracks.
Press the SEEK/TRACK button
while a
CD or MP3/WMA CD is playing to advance
one track. Press the SEEK/TRACK
button
several times to skip forward
several tracks. If the last track on a CD is
skipped, the first track on the disc is played.
If the last track in a folder of an MP3/WMA
CD is skipped, the first track of the next
folder is played.
TUNE/FOLDER knob (MP3/WMA CD only)
If an MP3/WMA CD with multiple folders is
playing, turn the TUNE/FOLDER knob to
change folders. Turn the knob to the lef t to
skip back a folder. Turn the knob to the right
to skip ahead a folder.
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SCAN tuning
Press the SCAN button to stop at each
broadcasting station for 5 seconds. SCAN
will appear on the screen while the radio is
scan tuning.
Pressing the button again during this
5 second period will stop SCAN tuning and
the radio will remain tuned to that station. If
the SCAN button is not pressed within
5 seconds, SCAN tuning moves to the next
station.
1 to 6 Station memory operations
Six stations can be set for the AM band.
Twelve stations can be set for the FM band
(6 for FM1, 6 for FM2). Eighteen channels can
be set for the satellite radio (6 for XM1, 6 for
XM2, 6 for XM3).1. Choose the radio band AM, FM1 or FM2 using the FM·AM select button, or
choose the satellite band XM1, XM2 or
XM3 using the XM button.
2. Tune to the desired station using manual, SEEK or SCAN tuning. Press
and hold any of the desired station
memory buttons (1 – 6) until the preset
number is updated on the display and
the sound is briefly muted. 3. The channel indicator will then come
on and the sound will resume. Pro-
gramming is now complete.
4. Other buttons can be set in the same manner.
If the battery cable is disconnected, or if the
fuse opens, the radio memory will be can-
celed. In that case, reset the desired sta-
tions.
Compact disc (CD) player
operation
If the radio is already operating, it automati-
cally turns off and the compact disc begins
to play.
MEDIA button
With a CD loaded, press the MEDIA button
until the CD mode is displayed on the
screen.
CD/MP3 display mode
While listening to an MP3/WMA CD, certain
text may be displayed on the screen if the
CD has been encoded with text informa-
tion. Depending on how the MP3/WMA CD
is encoded, information such as Artist,
Song and Folder will be displayed. The track number and the total number of
tracks in the current folder or on the cur-
rent disc are displayed on the screen as
well.
SEEK/CAT (Reverse or
Fast Forward) button
Press and hold the SEEK/CAT button
orfor 1.5 seconds while the compact
disc is playing to reverse or fast forward the
track being played. The compact disc plays
at an increased speed while reversing or
fast forwarding. When the button is re-
leased, the compact disc returns to normal
play speed.
SEEK/CAT button
Press the SEEK/CAT button
while a
CD or MP3/WMA CD is playing to return to
the beginning of the current track. Press
the SEEK/CAT button
several times
to skip backward several tracks.
Press the SEEK/CAT button
while a
CD or MP3/WMA CD is playing to advance
one track. Press the SEEK/CAT button
several times to skip forward several
tracks. If the last track on a CD is skipped,
the first track on the disc is played. If the last
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1 to 6 Station memory operations
Twelve stations can be set for the FM band
(6 for FM1, 6 for FM2) and 6 stations can be
set for the AM band. Eighteen stations can
be set for the SXM band (6 for SXM1, 6 for
SXM2, 6 for SXM3).1. Choose the radio band AM, FM1 or FM2 using the FM·AM button or choose the
radio band SXM1, SXM2, SXM3 using the
SXM button.
2. Tune to the desired station using manual or seek tuning. Press and hold
any of the desired station memory (1 –
6) until a beep sound is heard. 3. The channel indicator will then come
on and the sound will resume. Pro-
gramming is now complete.
4. Other buttons can be set in the same manner.
If the battery cable is disconnected or if the
fuse opens, the radio memory will be can-
celed. In that case, reset the desired sta-
tions.
Presets can also be selected by touching
the desired preset number on the screen.Smart Favorites Preset Setup (if
so equipped)
The Smart Favorites feature allows the
user to designate presets, within the SXM1,
SXM2 and SXM3 bands, as their Smart Fa-
vorites. When any of the Smart Favorite
presets are selected, the current track on
that station will play from the beginning of
the song.
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CAUTION
∙ Do not force the USB device into theUSB port. Inserting the USB device
tilted or up-side-down into the port
may damage the port. Make sure that
the USB device is connected correctly
into the USB port.
∙ Do not grab the USB port cover (if so equipped) when pulling the USB de-
vice out of the port. This could dam-
age the port and the cover.
∙ Do not leave the USB cable in a place where it can be pulled unintentionally.
Pulling the cable may damage the
port.
For additional information, refer to your de-
vice manufacturer’s owner information re-
garding the proper use and care of the
device.
To connect an iPod® to the vehicle so that
the iPod® can be controlled with the audio
system controls and display screen, use
the USB connection port located in the
center console
1. Connect the iPod®-
specific end of the cable to the iPod® and
the USB end of the cable to the USB con-
nection port on the vehicle. If your iPod®
supports charging via a USB connection, its battery will be charged while connected to
the vehicle with the ignition switch in the
ACC or ON position.
While connected to the vehicle, the iPod®
may only be able to be operated by the
vehicle audio controls.
To disconnect the iPod® from the vehicle,
remove the USB end of the cable from the
USB connection port on the vehicle, then
remove the cable from the iPod®.
* iPod® is a trademark of Apple Inc., regis-
tered in the U.S. and other countries.
Compatibility
The following models are compatible:
∙ iPod® 5th Generation (firmware version 1.3 or later)
∙ iPod® Classic (80GB) (firmware version 1.1.2PC or later)
∙ iPod® Classic (120GB) (firmware version 2.0.1PC or later)
∙ iPod® nano - 1st generation (firmware version 1.3.1 or later)
∙ iPod® nano - 2nd generation (firmware version 1.1.3 or later) ∙ iPod® nano - 3rd generation (firmware
version 1.1.3PC or later)
∙ iPod® nano - 4th generation (firmware version 1.0PC or later)
∙ iPod® nano - 5th generation (8GB) (firm- ware version 1.0.2PC or later)
∙ iPod® nano - 5th generation (16GB) (firmware version 1.0.1PC or later)
∙ iPod® nano - 6th generation (8GB) (firm- ware version 1.2PC or later)
∙ iPod® nano - 6th generation (8GB) (firm- ware version 1.1PC or later)
∙ iPod® Touch - 1st generation (firmware version 2.2.1 or later)
∙ iPod® Touch - 2nd generation (firmware version 2.2.1 or later)
∙ iPod® Touch - 3rd generation (firmware version 3.1.3 or later)
∙ iPod® Touch - 4th generation (firmware version 4.3.5 or later)
∙ iPhone® 3G (firmware version 4.1 or later)
∙ iPhone® 3GS (firmware version 4.3 or later)
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battery will be charged while connected to
the vehicle with the ignition switch in the
ACC or ON position.
While connected to the vehicle, the iPod®
may only be able to be operated by the
vehicle audio controls.
To disconnect the iPod® from the vehicle,
remove the USB end of the cable from the
USB connection port on the vehicle, then
remove the cable from the iPod®.
* iPod® is a trademark of Apple Inc., regis-
tered in the U.S. and other countries.
Compatibility
The following models are compatible:∙ iPod® Classic 5th generation (firmware version 1.3.0 or later)
∙ iPod® Classic 6th generation (firmware version 2.0.1 or later)
∙ iPod® Classic 7th generation (firmware version 2.0.4 or later)
∙ iPod® Touch 2nd generation (firmware version 4.2.1 or later)*
∙ iPod® Touch 3rd generation (firmware version 5.1 or later) ∙ iPod® Touch 4th generation (firmware
version 5.1 or later)
∙ iPod® nano - 1st generation (firmware version 1.3.1 or later)
∙ iPod® nano - 2nd generation (firmware version 1.1.3 or later)
∙ iPod® nano - 3rd generation (firmware version 1.1.3 or later)
∙ iPod® nano - 4th generation (firmware version 1.0.4 or later)
∙ iPod® nano - 5th generation (firmware version 1.0.2 or later)
∙ iPod® nano - 6th generation (firmware version 1.1 or later)
∙ iPhone® 3G (firmware version 4.2.1 or later)
∙ iPhone® 3GS (firmware version 5.1 or later)
∙ iPhone® 4 (firmware version 5.1 or later)
∙ iPhone® 4S (firmware version 5.1 or later)
* Some features of this iPod® may not be
fully functional.
Make sure that your iPod® firmware is up-
dated to the version indicated above.Audio main operation
Place the ignition switch in the ACC or ON
position. Press the AUX button repeatedly
to switch to the iPod® mode.
If the system has been turned off while the
iPod® was playing, pressing the ON·OFF
button will start the iPod®.
AUX button
When the AUX button is pressed with the
system off and the iPod® connected, the
system will turn on. If another audio source
is playing and the iPod® is connected, press
the AUX button repeatedly until the center
display changes to the iPod® mode.
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∙ Some Bluetooth® enabled cellularphones may not be recognized or work
properly. Please visit
www.nissanusa.com/bluetooth or
www.nissan.ca/bluetooth for a recom-
mended phone list and connecting in-
structions.
∙ You will not be able to use a hands-free phone under the following conditions:
– Your vehicle is outside of the cellular service area.
– Your vehicle is in an area where it is difficult to receive a cellular signal;
such as in a tunnel, in an under-
ground parking garage, near a tall
building or in a mountainous area.
– Your cellular phone is locked to pre- vent it from being dialed.
∙ When the radio wave condition is not ideal or ambient sound is too loud, it
may be difficult to hear the other per-
son’s voice during a call.
∙ Do not place the cellular phone in an area surrounded by metal or far away
from the in-vehicle phone module to
prevent tone quality degradation and
wireless connection disruption. ∙While a cellular phone is connected
through the Bluetooth® wireless connec-
tion, the battery power of the cellular
phone may discharge quicker than usual.
The Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone Sys-
tem cannot charge cellular phones.
∙ For additional information, please visit www.nissanusa.com/bluetooth or
www.nissan.ca/bluetooth for trouble-
shooting help.
∙ 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 differ-
ent location may reduce or eliminate
the noise.
∙ For additional information, refer to the cellular phone Owner’s Manual regard-
ing the telephone charges, cellular
phone antenna and body, etc.
REGULATORY INFORMATION
FCC Regulatory information
– CAUTION: To maintain compliance with FCC’s RF exposure guidelines, use only
the supplied antenna. Unauthorized an-
tenna, modification, or attachments
could damage the transmitter and may
violate FCC regulations. – Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference and
2. this device must accept any interfer- ence, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the de-
vice.
IC Regulatory information
– Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must ac-
cept any interference, including interfer-
ence that may cause undesired opera-
tion of the device.
– This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment Regu-
lations.
BLUETOOTH® is a
trademark owned
by Bluetooth SIG,
Inc. and licensed
to Visteon.
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∙ You will not be able to use a hands-freephone under the following conditions:
– Your vehicle is outside of the cellular service area.
– Your vehicle is in an area where it is difficult to receive cellular signal;
such as in a tunnel, in an under-
ground parking garage, near a tall
building or in a mountainous area.
– Your cellular phone is locked to pre- vent it from being dialed.
∙ When the radio wave condition is not ideal or ambient sound is too loud, it
may be difficult to hear the other per-
son’s voice during a call.
∙ Immediately af ter the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, it may be im-
possible to receive a call for a short pe-
riod of time.
∙ Do not place the cellular phone in an area surrounded by metal or far away
from the in-vehicle phone module to
prevent tone quality degradation and
wireless connection disruption. ∙ While a cellular phone is connected
through the Bluetooth® wireless con-
nection, the battery power of the cellu-
lar phone may discharge quicker than
usual. The Bluetooth® Hands-Free
Phone System cannot charge cellular
phones.
∙ For additional information, refer to “Troubleshooting guide” in this section. If
the hands-free phone system seems to
be malfunctioning. You can also visit
www.nissanusa.com/bluetooth or
www.nissan.ca/bluetooth for trouble-
shooting help.
∙ 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 differ-
ent location may reduce or eliminate
the noise.
∙ For additional information, refer to the cellular phone owner’s manual regard-
ing the telephone charges, cellular
phone antenna and body, etc.
∙ The signal strength display on the monitor will not coincide with the signal
strength display of some cellular
phones.REGULATORY INFORMATION
FCC Regulatory information
– CAUTION: To maintain compliance with FCC’s RF exposure guidelines, use only
the supplied antenna. Unauthorized an-
tenna, modification, or attachments
could damage the transmitter and may
violate FCC regulations.
– Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference and
2. this device must accept any interfer- ence, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the de-
vice.
IC Regulatory information
– Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must ac-
cept any interference, including interfer-
ence that may cause undesired opera-
tion of the device.
– This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment Regu-
lations.
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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)........................................5-3
Avoiding collision and rollover ................5-7
Off-roadrecovery ............................5-7
Rapid air pressure loss .......................5-8
Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving ...........5-8
Ignition switch (if so equipped) ...................5-9
Continuously Variable Transmission
(if so equipped) ...............................5-9
Manual transmission (M/T)
(if so equipped) .............................. 5-10
Ignition switch positions .....................5-10
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System ..........5-11
Push-Button Ignition Switch (if so equipped) .....5-11
Operating range ............................. 5-12
Push-button ignition switch positions .......5-12
Emergency engine shut off ..................5-13
NISSAN Intelligent Key® battery
discharge ................................... 5-13
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System .........5-14
Before starting the engine ......................5-14Starting the engine (models without NISSAN
Intelligent Key® system)
........................5-15
Starting the engine (models with NISSAN
Intelligent Key® system) ........................5-16
Driving the vehicle .............................. 5-17
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) (if so equipped) ........................ 5-17
Manual transmission (if so equipped) ........5-23
Parking brake .................................. 5-25
SPORT mode switch (if so equipped) ............5-26
ECO mode switch (if so equipped) ..............5-26
Shif t lever indicator (MRA8DE engine
Manual Transmission models only) ..........5-27
Blind Spot Warning (BSW) (if so equipped) .......5-27
BSW system operation ......................5-29
How to enable/disable the BSW system .....5-30
BSW system limitations ......................5-31
BSW driving situations .......................5-32
System temporarily unavailable .............5-35
System maintenance ........................ 5-36
R
ear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) (if so equipped) . . 5-37 RCTA system operation ......................5-38
How to enable/disable the RCTA
system ...................................... 5-40