2018 NISSAN VERSA NOTE Owner´s Manual

1. Pull the hood lock release handle1
located below the instrument panel
until the hood springs up slightly.
2. Locate the lever
2in between the
hood and grille and push the lever side-
ways with your fingertips.
3. Raise the hood
3.
4. Remove the support rod
4and insert
it into the slot
5. Hold the coated parts
Awhen removing
or resetting the support rod. Avoid direct
contact with the metal parts, as they
may be hot immediately af ter the engine
has been stopped.
When closing the hood, return the support
rod to its original position, lower the hood
to approximately 12 in (30 cm) above the
latch and release it. This allows proper en-
gagement of the hood latch.
WARNING
∙ Make sure the hood is completely closed and latched before driving.
Failure to do so could cause the hood
to fly open and result in an accident.
∙ If you see steam or smoke coming from the engine compartment, to
avoid injury do not open the hood.
LPD2675
HOOD
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WARNING
The rear hatch must be closed securely
before driving. An open rear hatch could
allow dangerous exhaust gases to be
drawn inside the vehicle. For additional
information, refer to “Exhaust gas (car-
bon monoxide)” in the “Starting and
driving” section of this manual.
OPENING THE REAR HATCH
To open the rear hatch, unlock it with one of
the following operations, then pull the
handle.∙ Push the power door lock switch to the unlock position.
∙ Unlock all doors using the key.
∙ Press the
button on the key fob (if
equipped) twice. For additional infor-
mation, refer to “Remote keyless entry
system (models without NISSAN Intelli-
gent Key®)” in this section. ∙ Push the rear hatch request switch or
door handle request switch (if
equipped) twice. For additional infor-
mation, refer to “NISSAN Intelligent Key®”
in this section.
∙ Press the
button on the Intelligent
Key (if equipped) twice. For additional
information, refer to “NISSAN Intelligent
Key®” in this section.
LPD2170
REAR HATCH
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REAR HATCH RELEASE
The rear hatch release mechanism allows
the rear hatch to be opened in the event of
a discharged battery.
To release the rear hatch from the inside of
the vehicle, perform the following opera-
tions:1. Fold the rear seats down. For additional information, refer to “Folding rear seat”
in the “Safety—Seats, seat belts and
supplemental restraint system” section
of this manual. 2. Insert a suitable tool in the access
opening. Move the release lever to the
lef t (passenger side). The rear hatch will
be unlatched.
3. Use the exterior rear hatch handle to open.
NOTE:
If you had to open the rear hatch using
this lever, have your vehicle checked. It is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service as soon as pos-
sible.
OPENER OPERATION
The fuel-filler door release is located below
the instrument panel. To open the fuel-filler
door, pull the release. To lock, close the fuel-
filler door securely.
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FUEL-FILLER DOOR
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FUEL-FILLER CAP
WARNING
∙ Gasoline is extremely flammable andhighly explosive under certain condi-
tions. You could be burned or seri-
ously injured if it is misused or mis-
handled. Always stop the engine and
do not smoke or allow open flames or
sparks near the vehicle when
refueling.
∙ Do not attempt to top off the fuel tank af ter the fuel pump nozzle shuts off
automatically. Continued refueling
may cause fuel overflow, resulting in
fuel spray and possibly a fire.
∙ Use only an original equipment type fuel-filler cap as a replacement. It has
a built-in safety valve needed for
proper operation of the fuel system
and emission control system. An in-
correct cap can result in a serious mal-
function and possible injury. It could
also cause the
Malfunction Indi-
cator Light (MIL) to come on.
∙ Never pour fuel into the throttle body to attempt to start your vehicle. ∙ Do not fill a portable fuel container in
the vehicle or trailer. Static electricity
can cause an explosion of flammable
liquid, vapor or gas in any vehicle or
trailer. To reduce the risk of serious
injury or death when filling portable
fuel containers:
– Always place the container on the ground when filling.
– Do not use electronic devices when filling.
– Keep the pump nozzle in contact with the container while you are
filling it.
– Use only approved portable fuel containers for flammable liquid.
CAUTION
∙ Do not use a fuel containing morethan 15% ethanol in your vehicle. For
additional information, refer to “Fuel
Recommendation” in the “Technical
and consumer information” section of
this manual.
∙ The LOOSE FUEL CAP warning mes- sage will be displayed/warning will
appear if the fuel-filler cap is not
properly tightened. It may take a few
driving trips for the message to be
displayed. Failure to tighten the fuel-
filler cap properly af ter the LOOSE
FUEL CAP warning message is
displayed/warning appears may
cause the
Malfunction Indicator
Light (MIL) to illuminate.
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∙ Failure to tighten the fuel-filler capproperly may cause the
Mal-
function Indicator Light (MIL) to illumi-
nate. If the
light illuminates be-
cause the fuel-filler cap is loose or
missing, tighten or install the cap and
continue to drive the vehicle.
The
light should turn off af ter a
few driving trips. If the
light does
not turn off af ter a few driving trips,
have the vehicle inspected. It is rec-
ommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.
∙ For additional information, refer to “Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)” in
the “Instruments and controls” sec-
tion of this manual.
∙ If fuel is spilled on the vehicle body, flush it away with water to avoid paint
damage.
NOTE:
Changing ignition switch status during
the refueling process may cause a delay
in fuel gauge response. To remove the fuel-filler cap:
1. Turn the fuel-filler cap counterclock- wise to remove.
2. Put the fuel-filler cap on the cap holder
1while refueling.
To install the fuel-filler cap: 1. Insert the fuel-filler cap straight into the fuel-filler tube.
2. Turn the fuel-filler cap clockwise until it clicks.
LOOSE FUEL CAP warning
message
The LOOSE FUEL CAP warning message
displays in the odometer when the fuel-
filler cap is not tightened correctly af ter the
vehicle has been refueled. It may take a few
driving trips for the message to be dis-
played. To turn off the warning message,
perform the following:
1. Remove and install the fuel-filler cap as previously described as soon as pos-
sible.
2. Tighten the fuel-filler cap until it clicks.
LPD2172
Type A (if so equipped)
LPD2025
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3. Press the loose fuel cap warning resetbutton
Ain the meter for about 1 sec-
ond to turn off the LOOSE FUEL CAP
warning message af ter tightening the
fuel-filler cap.
TILT OPERATION
Push the lock lever1down and adjust the
steering wheel up or down
2to the de-
sired position.
Pull the lock lever
1up to lock the steering
wheel in place.
WARNING
Do not adjust the steering wheel while
driving. You could lose control of your
vehicle and cause an accident. 1. To block glare from the front, swing
down the sun visor1.
2. To block glare from the side, remove the sun visor from the center mount
and swing the visor to the side
2.
Type B (if so equipped)
LIC2767LPD2674
WPD0435
STEERING WHEEL SUN VISORS
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3. Slide the extension3sun visor (if so
equipped) in or out as needed.
CAUTION
∙ Do not store the sun visor before re- turning the extension to its original
position.
∙ Do not pull the extension sun visor forcibly downward.
VANITY MIRRORS (if so equipped)
To access the vanity mirror, pull the sun
visor down and flip open the mirror cover.
Some vanity mirrors are illuminated and
turn on when the mirror cover is open.
REARVIEW MIRROR
The night position1reduces glare from
the headlights of vehicles behind you at
night.
Use the day position
2when driving in
daylight hours.
WARNING
Use the night position only when neces-
sary, because it reduces rear view
clarity.
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MIRRORS
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OUTSIDE MIRRORS
WARNING
∙ Do not adjust the mirrors while driv-ing. You could lose control of your ve-
hicle and cause an accident.
∙ Objects viewed in the outside mirror on the passenger side are closer than
they appear. Be careful when moving
to the right. Using only this mirror
could cause an accident. Use the in-
side mirror or glance over your shoul-
der to properly judge distances to
other objects. The outside mirror remote control only op-
erates when the ignition switch is placed in
the ACC or ON position.
Move the small switch
1to select the right
or lef t mirror. Adjust each mirror to the de-
sired position using the large switch
2.
Move the small switch
1to the center
(neutral) position to prevent accidentally
moving the mirror.
Manual folding outside mirrors
Pull the outside mirror toward the door to
fold it.
Heated mirrors (if so equipped)
Some outside mirrors can be heated to
defrost, defog, or de-ice for improved vis-
ibility. For additional information, refer to
“Rear window and outside mirror (if so
equipped) defroster switch” in the “Instru-
ments and controls” section of this manual.
LPD0237LPD0259
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