2019 NISSAN QASHQAI light

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JVI0980X
FOG LIGHT SWITCH (if so equipped)
To turn the fog lights on, turn the head-
light switch to theposition, then turn
the fog light switch to theposition.
To turn the fog lights on with the head-
light switch in the AUTO position, the
headlights must be on, then turn the fog
light switch to the
position.
To turn them off, turn the fog light switch
to the OFF position.
The headlights must be on for the fog
lights to operate. The fog lights automa-
tically turn off when the high beam
headlights are selected.
JVI1569X
To sound the horn, push the center pad
area of the steering wheel.
WARNING
Do not disassemble the horn. Doing
so could affect proper operation of
the supplemental front air bag sys-
tem. Tampering with the supple-
mental front air bag system may
result in serious personal injury.
JVI1592X
The heated steering wheel system is
designed to operate only when the sur-
face temperature of the steering wheel is
below 68°F (20°C).
Push the heated steering wheel switch to
warm the steering wheel after the engine
starts. The indicator light on the switch
will illuminate.
If the surface temperature of the steering
wheel is below 68°F (20°C), the system will
heat the steering wheel and cycle off and
on to maintain a temperature above 68°F
(20°C). The indicator light will remain on
as long as the system is on.
Push the switch again to turn the heated
steering wheel system off manually. The
HORNHEATED STEERING WHEEL (if so equipped)

indicator light will turn off.
NOTE:
If the surface temperature of the steer-
ing wheel is above 68°F (20°C) when the
switch is turned on, the system will not
heat the steering wheel. This is not a
malfunction.
WARNING
Do not use or allow occupants to use
the seat heater if you or the occu-
pants cannot monitor elevated seat
temperatures or have an inability to
feel pain in body parts that contact
the seat. Use of the seat heater by
such people could result in serious
injury.
CAUTION
.The battery could run down if the
seat heater is operated while the
engine is not running.
. Do not use the seat heater for
extended periods or when no one
is using the seat.
. Do not put anything on the seat
which insulates heat, such as a
blanket, cushion, seat cover, etc.
Otherwise, the seat may become
overheated.
. Do not place anything hard or
heavy on the seat or pierce it with
a pin or similar object. This may
result in damage to the heater. .
Any liquid spilled on the heated
seat should be removed immedi-
ately with a dry cloth.
. When cleaning the seat, never use
gasoline, thinner, or any similar
materials.
. If any malfunctions are found or
the heated seat does not operate,
turn the switch off and have the
system checked. It is recom-
mended you visit a NISSAN dealer
for this service.
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HEATED SEATS (if so equipped)

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The seats are warmed by built-in heaters.
The switches located on the center con-
sole can be operated independently of
each other.
1. Start the engine.
2. Select heat range.
For high-speed heating, push the HI
(High) side of the switch.
For low-speed heating, push the LO
(Low) side of the switch.
The indicator light on the switch
will
illuminate when the heater is on.
3. To turn off the heater, return the switch to the level position. Make sure
the indicator light goes off. The heater is controlled by a thermo-
stat, automatically turning the heater
on and off. The indicator light will
remain on as long as the switch is on.
When the vehicle’s interior is warmed,
or before you leave the vehicle, be
sure to turn off the switch.
JVI1593X
The dynamic driver assistance switch is
used to temporarily turn on and off the
Intelligent Lane Intervention (I-LI) system.
The I-LI system must be turned on with
the dynamic driver assistance switch
every time the ignition is placed in the
ON position.
When the dynamic driver assistance
switch is turned off, the indicator
on
the switch is off. The indicator will also be
off if the I-LI system is deactivated using
the vehicle information display.
The I-LI system warns the driver with an
indicator and a chime, and helps assist
the driver to return the vehicle to the
center of the traveling lane by applying
DYNAMIC DRIVER ASSISTANCE
SWITCH (models without
ProPILOT assist) (if so equipped)

the brakes to the left or right wheels
individually (for a short period of time). For
additional information, see “Intelligent
Lane Intervention (I-LI)” (P.5-40).
WAC0074X
The steering assist switch is used to
temporarily turn on and off the steering
assist system.
The steering assist system controls the
steering system to help keep your vehicle
near the center of the lane when driving.
For additional information, see “ProPILOT
assist” (P.5-86).
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”
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STEERING ASSIST SWITCH (models
with ProPILOT assist) (if so equipped)VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC)
OFF SWITCH

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(P.5-147).)
JVI1595X
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.5-139).
Each time you push the switch, the AWD
mode will switch: AUTO?LOCK ?AUTO. The Rear Door Alert system functions
under certain conditions to indicate there
may be an object or passenger in the rear
seat(s). Check the seat(s) before exiting
the vehicle.
The Rear Door Alert system is initially
disabled. The driver can enable the sys-
tem using the vehicle information display.
For additional information, see “Vehicle
Settings” (P.2-23).
When the system is enabled:
.
The system is activated when a rear
door is opened and closed approxi-
mately 10 minutes before the vehicle
is started. When the vehicle is started
and the system is activated, a visual
message appears in the vehicle infor-
mation display. For additional infor-
mation, see “43. Rear Door Alert is
activated” (P.2-36).
. If a rear door is opened and closed but
the vehicle is not started within ap-
proximately 10 minutes, the system
will not be activated. A rear door must
be opened and closed and the vehicle
is started within 10 minutes for the
system to activate.
When the Rear Door Alert system is
activated and a driver exits the vehicle
after arriving at a destination:
INTELLIGENT 4X4 LOCK SWITCH (if
so equipped) REAR DOOR ALERT

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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
WAC0077XInstrument Panel
WAC0078XCenter Console Box
The power outlet is located in the instru-
ment panel and center console box.
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.
POWER OUTLET

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JVI0888X
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.
JVI1685X
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.
SIC4348
CARD HOLDER (driver’s side)
Slide a card in the card holder.
JVI1686XCargo 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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