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or
Anti-lock Braking
System (ABS)
warning light2-10
or
Brake warning
light2-10
Charge warning
light2-11
Door open warn-
ing light2-11
Engine oil pres-
sure warning light2-11
High temperature
warning light (red)2-11
Warning
lightName Page
Low fuel warning
light2-11
Low tire pressure
warning light2-12
Low windshield-
washer fluid
warning light (if so
equipped)2-13
Power steering
warning light2-13
Seat belt warning
light and chime2-14
Supplemental air
bag warning light2-14
Indicator
lightName Page
Continuously
Variable Trans-
mission (CVT) po-
sition indicator
light2-15
Cruise main
switch indicator
light (if so
equipped)2-15
Front passenger
air bag status
light2-15
High beam indi-
cator light (blue)2-15
Malfunction Indi-
cator Light (MIL)2-15
Overdrive OFF
indicator light2-16
WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS
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Anti-lock Braking System
(ABS) warning lightLow windshield-washer fluid warning
light (if so equipped)Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
orBrake warning lightPower steering warning lightOverdrive OFF indicator light
Charge warning lightSeat belt warning light and chimeSecurity indicator light
Door open warning lightSupplemental air bag warning lightSlip indicator light
Engine oil pressure warning lightContinuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
position indicator lightTurn signal/hazard indicator lights
High temperature warning light (red)Cruise main switch indicator light
(if so equipped)Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF indica-
tor light
Low fuel warning lightFront passenger air bag status light
Low tire pressure warning lightHigh beam indicator light (blue)
CHECKING LIGHTS
With all doors closed, apply the parking
brake, fasten the seat belts and place the
ignition switch in the ON position without
starting the engine. The following lights (if
so equipped) will come on:
or,,,,
The following lights (if so equipped) come
on briefly and then go off:
or,(red) ,,,
,,
If any light fails to come on or operate in a
way other than described, it may indicate a
burned-out bulb and/or a system mal-
function. Have the system checked. It is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.
WARNING LIGHTS, INDICATOR LIGHTS
AND AUDIBLE REMINDERS
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orAnti-lock Braking
System (ABS)
warning light
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the ABS warning light illuminates
and then turns off. This indicates the ABS is
operational.
If the ABS warning light illuminates while
the engine is running or while driving, it
may indicate the ABS is not functioning
properly. Have the system checked. It is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.
If an ABS malfunction occurs, the anti-lock
function is turned off. The brake system
then operates normally but without anti-
lock assistance. For additional information,
refer to systemŽ in the and
drivingŽ section of this manual.
orBrake warning
light
This light functions for both the parking
brake and the foot brake systems.
Parking brake indicator
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the light comes on when the park-
ing brake is applied.
Low brake fluid warning light
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the light warns of a low brake fluid
level. If the light comes on while the engine
is running with the parking brake not ap-
plied, stop the vehicle and perform the fol-
lowing:
1. Check the brake fluid level. Add brake
fluid as necessary. For additional infor-
mation, refer to “Brake fluid” in the “Do-
it-yourself ” section of this manual.
2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have
the warning system checked. It is rec-
ommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.
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indicator light while
you are driving, have the VDC system
checked. It is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN dealer for this service.
While the VDC system is operating, you
might feel a slight vibration or hear the sys-
tem working when starting the vehicle or
accelerating, but this is normal.
AUDIBLE REMINDERS
Brake pad wear warning
The disc brake pads have audible wear
warnings. When a disc brake pad requires
replacement, it makes a high pitched
scraping sound when the vehicle is in mo-
tion, whether or not the brake pedal is de-
pressed. Have the brakes checked as soon
as possible if the warning sound is heard.
Key reminder chime
A chime sounds if the door is
opened while the key is lef t in the ignition
switch. Remove the key and take it with you
when leaving the vehicle.
Light reminder chime
With the ignition switch placed in the OFF
position, a chime sounds when the
door is opened if the headlights or parking
lights are on.
Turn the headlight control switch off before
leaving the vehicle.
Parking brake reminder chime
A chime sounds if the parking brake is set
and the vehicle is driven. The chime will
stop if the parking brake is released or the
vehicle speed returns to zero.
VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM
The vehicle security system provides visual
and audible alarm signals if someone
opens the doors when the system is
armed. It is not, however, a motion
detection-type system that activates
when a vehicle is moved or when a vibra-
tion occurs.
The system helps deter vehicle thef t but
cannot prevent it, nor can it prevent the
thef t of interior or exterior vehicle compo-
nents in all situations. Always secure your
vehicle even if parking for a brief period.
Never leave your keys in the ignition, and
always lock the vehicle when unattended.
Be aware of your surroundings, and park in
secure, well-lit areas whenever possible.
Many devices offering additional protec-
tion, such as component locks, identifica-
tion markers, and tracking systems, are
available at auto supply stores and spe-
cialty shops. A NISSAN dealer may also offer
such equipment. Check with your insur-
ance company to see if you may be eligible
for discounts for various thef t protection
features.
SECURITY SYSTEMS
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light illumi-
nates.
2Pull the lever back to select the low
beam.
3Pulling and releasing the lever flashes
the headlight high beams on and off.
Battery saver system
If the ignition switch is placed in the OFF
position while the headlight switch is inthe
orposition, the headlights
will turn off af ter a period of time.
orposition for full illumination when
driving at night.
If the parking brake is applied before the
engine is started, the DRL do not illuminate.
The DRL illuminate when the parking brake
is released. The DRL will remain on until the
ignition switch is placed in the OFF position.
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CAUTION
Running the engine with the engine oil
pressure warning light on could cause
serious damage to the engine almost
immediately. Such damage is not cov-
ered by warranty. Turn off the engine as
soon as it is safe to do so.
CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE
TRANSMISSION (CVT)
CAUTION
To avoid possible damage to your ve-
hicle, when stopping the vehicle on an
uphill grade, do not hold the vehicle by
depressing the accelerator pedal. The
foot brake should be used for this
purpose.
The CVT in your vehicle is electronically
controlled to produce maximum power
and smooth operation.
The recommended operating procedures
for this transmission are shown on the fol-
lowing pages. Follow these procedures for
maximum vehicle performance and driv-
ing enjoyment.
NOTE:
Engine power may be automatically re-
duced to protect the CVT if the engine
speed increases quickly when driving on
slippery roads or while being tested on
some dynamometers.
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WARNING
Be sure the parking brake is fully re-
leased before driving. Failure to do so
can cause brake failure and lead to an
accident.
Do not release the parking brake from
outside the vehicle.
Do not use the shif t lever in place of
the parking brake. When parking, be
sure the parking brake is fully
engaged.
To help avoid risk of injury or death
through unintended operation of the
vehicle and/or its systems, do not
leave children, people who require the
assistance of others or pets unat-
tended in your vehicle. Additionally,
the temperature inside a closed ve-
hicle on a warm day can quickly be-
come high enough to cause a signifi-
cant risk of injury or death to people
and pets.To engage:Pull the lever up.
To release:
1. Firmly apply the parking brake.
2. Move the shif t lever to the P (Park) po-
sition.
3. While pulling up on the parking brake
lever slightly, press the button and
lower completely.
4. Before driving, be sure the brake warn-
ing light goes out.
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indicator in the instrument panel flashes to
note the following:
The road may be slippery or the system
may determine some action is required
to help keep the vehicle on the steered
path.
You may feel a pulsation in the brake
pedal and hear a noise or vibration from
under the hood. This is normal and indi-
cates that the VDC system is working
properly.
Adjust your speed and driving to the
road conditions.
For additional information, refer to in-
dicator lightŽ and Dynamic Control
(VDC) OFF indicator lightŽ in the
ments and controlsŽ section of this manual.
If a malfunction occurs in the system,
the
indicator light comes on in the
instrument panel. The VDC system auto-
matically turns off when the indicator light
is on.
The VDC OFF switch is used to turn off the
VDC system. The
indicator illumi-
nates to indicate the VDC system is off.
When the VDC OFF switch is used to turn off
the system, the VDC system still operates
VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC)
SYSTEM
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