∙ ALWAYS provide information aboutthe proper use of vehicle safety fea-
tures to all occupants of the vehicle.
∙ ALWAYS review this Owner’s Manual for important safety information.
For descriptions specified for all-wheel
drive models, an AWDmark is placed at the
beginning of the applicable
sections/items.
As with other vehicles with features for
off-road use, failure to operate all-wheel
drive models correctly may result in loss
of control or an accident. For additional
information, refer to “Driving safety pre-
cautions” in the “Starting and driving”
section of this manual.
ON-PAVEMENT AND OFF-ROAD DRIVING
This vehicle will handle and maneuver
differently from an ordinary passen-
ger car because it has a higher center
of gravity for off-road use. As with
other vehicles with features of this
type, failure to operate this vehicle
correctly may result in loss of control
or an accident.
For additional information, refer to
“On-pavement and off-road driving
precautions”, “Avoiding collision and
rollover” and “Driving safety precau-
tions” in the “Starting and driving”
section of this manual.
MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE
This vehicle should not be modified.
Modification could affect its
performance, safety, emissions or du-
rability and may even violate govern-
mental regulations. In addition, dam-
age or performance problems
resulting from modifications may not
be covered under NISSAN warranties.
WARNING
Installing an af termarket On-Board Di-
agnostic (OBD) plug-in device that uses
the port during normal driving, for ex-
ample remote insurance company
monitoring, remote vehicle diagnostics,
telematics or engine reprogramming,
may cause interference or damage to
vehicle systems. We do not recommend
or endorse the use of any af termarket
OBD plug-in devices, unless specifically
approved by NISSAN. The vehicle war-
ranty may not cover damage caused by
any af termarket plug-in device.
HEV Overview
NISSAN PURE DRIVE® Hybrid System.......... HEV-2
Lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery ................... HEV-2
High-voltage cautions ........................ HEV-3
Road accident cautions ...................... HEV-3
Emergency shut-off system ..................HEV-4
Operation of the hybrid system ...............HEV-5
Starting and slow speed driving ...........HEV-5
Medium or high speed driving .............HEV-5
Rapid acceleration .........................HEV-5
Deceleration and braking ..................HEV-6
Stopping ..................................HEV-6
Energy monitors .............................HEV-6
Assist charge gauge .......................HEV-6 Energy Flow (models with Navigation
System)
................................... HEV-7
Fuel Economy .............................HEV-9
Energy/Fuel History (models with
Navigation System) ........................HEV-9
Regenerative brake .......................... HEV-10
Efficient use of your vehicle ...................HEV-11
Approaching Vehicle Sound for Pedestrians
(VSP) system .................................HEV-11
Hybrid vehicle precautions .................. HEV-12
High-voltage components and their
locations ................................. HEV-12
Hybrid vehicle characteristics ............. HEV-13
FUEL ECONOMY
Press thebuttons on the steer-
ing wheel to go backward or forward
through the vehicle information menu
items until “Fuel Economy” appears on the
vehicle information display screen.
This screen displays the rate of fuel con-
sumption and distance to empty.
ENERGY/FUEL HISTORY (models
with Navigation System)
The Energy/Fuel History screen appears in
the display with the navigation system
when the screen is in the Energy/Fuel His-
tory mode.
1. Press the MENU button on the control panel.
2. Select the “Info” key by touching the touch-screen. 3. Select the “Vehicle” key by touching the
touch-screen or highlight the “Vehicle”
key on the display by using the
TUNE/SCROLL knob and press the OK
button.
4. Select the “Energy Flow” key by touch- ing the touch-screen or highlight the
“Energy Flow” key on the display by us-
ing the TUNE/SCROLL knob and press
the OK button.
5. Select the “History” key by touching the touch-screen or highlight the “History”
key on the display by using the
TUNE/SCROLL knob and press the OK
button.
The Energy/Fuel History screen can be dis-
played on the navigation system monitor.
This displays the vehicle’s average fuel
consumption and regenerative electric
power at 2 minute intervals.
LSD3337LHV2118
HEV OverviewHEV-9
Drive your vehicle with smooth accelera-
tion and deceleration.∙ While driving, energy is recovered through the regenerative brake as the
vehicle decelerates. However, for most
efficient use, do not accelerate or decel-
erate your vehicle more than neces-
sary.
∙ Avoid abrupt acceleration and decel- eration.
∙ The power of the Li-ion battery can be checked on the Energy Flow in the cen-
ter display (models with Navigation Sys-
tem) or Li-ion battery status meter in
the vehicle information display. For ad-
ditional information, refer to “Energy
Flow (models with Navigation System)”
in this section or “Vehicle information
display” in the “Instruments and con-
trols” section of this manual. Gradual or
non-abrupt acceleration and decelera-
tion will make more effective use of the
electric power.
∙ When parking, be sure to place the shif t lever in the P (Park) position. While driv-
ing, place the shif t lever in the D (Drive)
position. The VSP system is a function that uses
sound to help alert pedestrians of the
presence of the vehicle when it is being
driven at a low speed in the electric drive
mode under the following conditions:
∙ The sound starts when the vehicle starts accelerating.
∙ The sound stops when the vehicle speed is more than 19 mph (30 km/h)
while accelerating only when the ve-
hicle is powered by the electric motor.
∙ The sound starts when the vehicle speed is less than 16 mph (25 km/h)
while decelerating only when the ve-
hicle is powered by the electric motor.
∙ The sound stops when the vehicle stops.
∙ The sound does not stop with the ve- hicle in the R (Reverse) position even if
the vehicle stops.
The VSP system is automatically turned on
when the vehicle is in the READY to drive
mode. If there is a malfunction in the VSP system,
the VSP OFF indicator light in the meter
illuminates. For additional information, re-
fer to “Approaching Vehicle Sound for Pe-
destrians (VSP) OFF indicator light” in the
“Instruments and controls” section of this
manual.
WARNING
∙ If the sound from the VSP system is
not heard while driving, stop the ve-
hicle in a safe and quiet location. Open
a window, and then place the vehicle
in the R (Reverse) position with the
brake pedal firmly depressed. Check
that the operating sound can be
heard from the front side of the
vehicle.
∙ If the sound cannot be heard, it is rec- ommended that you immediately
contact a NISSAN dealer for
inspection.
EFFICIENT USE OF YOUR VEHICLE APPROACHING VEHICLE SOUND FOR PEDESTRIANS (VSP) SYSTEM
HEV OverviewHEV-11
15. Cruise control switches(if so equipped) (P. 5-55)
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)
switches (if so equipped) (P. 5-57)
Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone
System*
16. Driver supplemental air bag
(P. 1-45)
Horn (P. 2-52)
17. Tilt and telescopic steering (P. 3-34)
18. Control panel and vehicle informa-
tion display switches (P. 2-21)
19. Hood release (P. 3-23)
20. SPORT mode switch (P. 5-25) Fuel door release (P. 3-31)
ECO mode switch (P. 5-25)
Lif tgate instrument panel switch
(if so equipped) (P. 3-24)
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) LOCK switch
(if so equipped) (P. 2-56)
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF
switch (P. 2-55)
Heated steering wheel switch
(if so equipped) (P. 2-54)
Dynamic driver assistance switch
(if so equipped) (P. 2-54) 21. Instrument brightness control
(P. 2-51)
Twin trip odometer reset switch
(P. 2-5)
*: Refer to the separate NissanConnect®
Owner’s Manual.
Refer to the page number indicated in
parentheses for operating details.
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FRONT POWER SEAT ADJUSTMENT
(for driver’s seat)
Operating tips
∙ The power seat motor has an auto-reset overload protection circuit. If the
motor stops during operation, wait
30 seconds, then reactivate the switch.
∙ Do not operate the power seat switch for a long period of time when the Hy-
brid System is not in the READY mode.
This will discharge the vehicle battery. For additional information, refer to “Auto-
matic drive positioner” in “Pre-driving
checks and adjustments” section of this
manual.Forward and backward
Moving the switch as shown will slide the
seat forward or backward to the desired
position.
Reclining
Move the recline switch as shown until the
desired angle is obtained. The reclining feature allows adjustment of
the seatback for occupants of different
sizes for added comfort and to help obtain
proper seat belt fit. For additional informa-
tion, refer to “Precautions on seat belt us-
age” in this section. Also, the seatback can
be reclined to allow occupants to rest
when the vehicle is stopped and the shif t
lever is in P (Park).
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∙ Do not allow children to play with theseat belts. Most seating positions are
equipped with Automatic Locking Re-
tractor (ALR) mode seat belts. If the
seat belt becomes wrapped around a
child’s neck with the ALR mode acti-
vated, the child can be seriously in-
jured or killed if the seat belt retracts
and becomes tight. This can occur
even if the vehicle is parked. Unbuckle
the seat belt to release the child. If the
seat belt cannot be unbuckled or is
already unbuckled, release the child
by cutting the seat belt with a suitable
tool (such as a knife or scissors) to
release the seat belt.
Fastening the seat belts
1. Adjust the seat. For additional informa- tion, refer to “Seats” in this section.
Manual front seat shown(for passenger’s seat)
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∙ Never use seat belt extenders to in-stall child restraints. If the child re-
straint is not secured properly, the
child could be seriously injured or
killed in a collision or a sudden stop.
SEAT BELT MAINTENANCE
∙ To clean the seat belt webbing, apply
a mild soap solution or any solution rec-
ommended for cleaning upholstery or
carpet. Then wipe with a cloth and allow
the seat belts to dry in the shade. Do not
allow the seat belts to retract until they
are completely dry.
∙ If dirt builds up in the shoulder belt
guide of the seat belt anchors, the
seat belts may retract slowly. Wipe the
shoulder belt guide with a clean, dry
cloth.
∙ Periodically check to see that the seat
belt and the metal components, such
as buckles, tongues, retractors, flexible
wires and anchors, work properly. If
loose parts, deterioration, cuts or other
damage on the webbing is found, the
entire seat belt assembly should be re-
placed.
WARNING
Do not allow children to play with the
seat belts. Most seating positions are
equipped with Automatic Locking Re-
tractor (ALR) mode seat belts. If the seat
belt becomes wrapped around a child’s
neck with the ALR mode activated, the
child can be seriously injured or killed if
the seat belt retracts and becomes
tight. This can occur even if the vehicle
is parked. Unbuckle the seat belt to re-
lease the child. If the seat belt cannot be
unbuckled or is already unbuckled, re-
lease the child by cutting the seat belt
with a suitable tool (such as a knife or
scissors) to release the seat belt.
Children need adults to help protect
them. They need to be properly re-
strained.
In addition to the general information in
this manual, child safety information is
available from many other sources, includ-
ing doctors, teachers, government traffic
safety offices, and community organiza-
tions. Every child is different, so be sure to
learn the best way to transport your child. There are three basic types of child re-
straint systems:
∙ Rear-facing child restraints
∙ Forward-facing child restraints
∙ Booster seats
The proper restraint depends on the child’s
size. Generally, infants up to about 1 year
and less than 20 lbs. (9 kg) should be placed
in rear-facing child restraints. Forward-
facing child restraints are available for chil-
dren who outgrow rear-facing child re-
straints and are at least 1 year old. Booster
seats are used to help position a vehicle
lap/shoulder belt on a child who can no
longer use a forward-facing child restraint.
WARNING
Infants and children need special pro-
tection. The vehicle’s seat belts may not
fit them properly. The shoulder belt may
come too close to the face or neck. The
lap belt may not fit over their small hip
bones. In an accident, an improperly fit-
ting seat belt could cause serious or fa-
tal injury. Always use appropriate child
restraints.
CHILD SAFETY
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