An air vent is located on the right hand side
of the luggage room to cool the Li-ion bat-
tery and DC/DC converter. If the vent is
covered, the battery will overheat resulting
in reduced output performance of the hy-
brid system. For additional information, re-
fer to “Lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery air vent”
in the “Appearance and care” section of this
manual.CAUTION
∙ Do not place objects over or into theair vent. The Li-ion battery or DC/DC
converter may overheat and be
damaged.
∙ Do not allow any liquid to get on or in the air vent. It may cause a short cir-
cuit and damage the Li-ion battery
and cooling fan.
CAUTION
Do not load large amounts of water in
open containers (aquariums or buck-
ets) into the vehicle. If the water spills
onto the Li-ion battery, it may cause a
short circuit and damage the Li-ion bat-
tery or DC/DC converter.
LHV2057LHV2058LHV2059
HEV-14HEV Overview
Thebutton will be on the NISSAN In-
telligent Key® if the vehicle has Remote Hy-
brid Start. This feature allows the hybrid
system to start from outside the vehicle.
The following features may be affected
when the remote start feature is used: ∙ Vehicles with automatic climate control
system will default to either heating or
cooling mode depending on outside
and cabin temperatures. For additional
information, refer to “Remote Hybrid
Start with Intelligent Climate Control” in
the “Monitor, climate, audio, phone and
voice recognition systems” section of
this manual.
Laws in some local communities may re-
strict the use of remote starters. For ex-
ample, some laws require a person using Remote Hybrid Start to have the vehicle in
view. Check local regulations for any re-
quirements.
Other conditions may affect the function of
the Remote Hybrid Start feature. For addi-
tional information, refer to “Conditions the
Remote Hybrid Start will not work” in this
section.
Other conditions can affect the perfor-
mance of the Intelligent Key transmitter.
For additional information, refer to “NISSAN
Intelligent Key®” in this section.
REMOTE HYBRID START
OPERATING RANGE
WARNING
To help avoid risk of injury or death
through unintended operation of the
vehicle and or its systems, including en-
trapment in windows or inadvertent
door lock activation, do not leave chil-
dren, people who require the assistance
of others or pets unattended in your ve-
hicle. Additionally, the temperature in-
side a closed vehicle on a warm day can
quickly become high enough to cause a
significant risk of injury or death to
people and pets.
Type A (if so equipped)
LPD2895
Type B (if so equipped)
LPD2947
REMOTE HYBRID START
3-20Pre-driving checks and adjustments
1.Front defroster button
2. Temperature control dial (driver’s
side) / ON-OFF button
3. MODE (manual air flow control)
button
4. Display screen 5. A/C (air conditioner) button
6. Temperature control dial (passen-
ger’s side)/DUAL (passenger’s side
temperature control) button
7.
Rear window and outside
mirror defroster switch 8.
Fresh air intake button
9. AUTO (automatic mode) button
10.
Fan speed control buttons
11.
Air recirculation button
WARNING
∙ The air conditioner cooling function
operates only when the hybrid sys-
tem is running.
∙ Do not leave children or adults who would normally require the assis-
tance of others alone in your vehicle.
Pets should also not be lef t alone.
They could accidentally injure them-
selves or others through inadvertent
operation of the vehicle. Also, on hot,
sunny days, temperatures in a closed
vehicle could quickly become high
enough to cause severe or possibly
fatal injuries to people or animals.
∙ Do not use the recirculation mode for long periods as it may cause the inte-
rior air to become stale and the win-
dows to fog up.
LHA2875
HEATER AND AIR CONDITIONER
(automatic)
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NOTE:∙ Odors from inside and outside the ve-
hicle can build up in the air condi-
tioner unit. Odor can enter the pas-
senger compartment through the
vents.
∙ When parking, set the heater and air
conditioner controls to turn off air re-
circulation to allow fresh air into the
passenger compartment. This should
help reduce odors inside the vehicle.
AUTOMATIC OPERATION
Cooling and/or dehumidified
heating (AUTO)
This mode may be used all year round as
the system automatically works to keep a
constant temperature. Air flow distribution,
air intake control and fan speed are also
controlled automatically.
1. Press the AUTO button on. The indica- tor on the button will illuminate.
2. Turn the temperature control dial to the lef t or right to set the desired tem-
perature. ∙ The temperature of the passenger
compartment will be maintained auto-
matically. Air flow distribution, air intake
control and fan speed are also con-
trolled automatically.
∙ A visible mist may be seen coming from the vents in hot, humid conditions as
the air is cooled rapidly. This does not
indicate a malfunction.
3. You can individually set driver’s and front passenger’s side temperature us-
ing each temperature control dial.
When the DUAL button is pressed or
passenger’s side temperature dial is
turned, the DUAL indicator will come
on. To turn off the passenger’s side
temperature control, press the DUAL
button.
Heating (A/C OFF)
The air conditioner does not activate. When
you need to heat only, use this mode.
1. Press the AUTO button.
2. Turn the temperature control dial to set the desired temperature. ∙ The temperature of the passenger
compartment will be maintained auto-
matically. Air flow distribution and fan
speed are also controlled automatically.
∙ Do not set the temperature lower than the outside air temperature. Otherwise,
the system may not work properly.
∙ Not recommended if windows fog up.
Dehumidified defrosting or
defogging
1. Press thefront defroster button
on. The indicator light on the button will
come on.
2. Turn the temperature control dial to set the maximum temperature to aid in
defrosting or defogging.
∙ To quickly remove ice from the outside of the windows, use the fan speed con-
trol dial to set the fan speed to maxi-
mum.
∙ As soon as possible af ter the wind- shield is clean, press the AUTO button to
return to the automatic mode.
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∙ When thefront defroster button is
pressed, the air conditioner will auto-
matically be turned on at outside tem-
peratures above 36°F (2°C). The air recir-
culate mode automatically turns off,
allowing outside air to be drawn into the
passenger compartment to further im-
prove the defogging performance.
When the air recirculate mode auto-
matically turns off, the air fresh mode
will automatically turn on.
Remote Hybrid Start with
Intelligent Climate Control (if so
equipped)
Vehicles equipped with automatic climate
controls and Remote Hybrid Start function
may go into automatic heating or cooling
mode when Remote Hybrid Start is acti-
vated depending on outside and cabin
temperatures. During this period, the cli-
mate control display and buttons will be
inoperable until the ignition switch is
turned on. In Remote Hybrid Start defrost-
ing mode, the rear window defroster and
heated steering wheel (if so equipped) may
be activated automatically.
Voice Recognition logic (if so
equipped)
When the climate control system is on, the
fan speed may be automatically lowered
so that commands are more easily recog-
nized. Fan speed can be adjusted using
the
fan speed control buttons, if de-
sired.
MANUAL OPERATION
Fan speed control
Press thefan speed control buttons
to manually control the fan speed.
Press the AUTO button to return to auto-
matic control of the fan speed.
Temperature control dial
The temperature control dial allows you to
adjust the temperature of the outlet air. To
lower the temperature, turn the dial to the
lef t. To increase the temperature, turn the
dial to the right. Temperature can be ad-
justed on the driver’s and passenger’s side.
Air recirculation
Press theair recirculation button to
recirculate interior air inside the vehicle.
The
indicator light on the button will
come on. The air recirculation cannot be activated
when the air conditioner is in the
front defrosting mode.
When the outside temperature exceeds
70°F (21°C), the air conditioning system may
default to air recirculation mode automati-
cally to reduce overall power consumption.
To exit air recirculation mode, select the
fresh air intake button (indicator will turn
off ) to enter fresh air mode.
Fresh air intake
Press thefresh air intake button to
draw outside air into the passenger com-
partment.
Automatic intake air control
In the AUTO mode, the intake air will be
controlled automatically. When the outside
temperature exceeds 70°F (21°C), the air
conditioning system may default to air re-
circulation mode automatically to reduce
overall power consumption. To exit air re-
circulation mode, select the fresh air intake
button to enter fresh air mode.
To manually control the intake air, press
the
air recirculation button
or
fresh air intake button. To return to
the automatic control mode if
the
fresh air indicator is illuminated,
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press and hold thefresh air intake
button for about 2 seconds. The fresh air
indicator and air recirculation indicator
lights will flash twice, and then the intake air
will be controlled automatically. To return
to the automatic control mode if
the
air recirculation icon is illumi-
nated, press and hold the
air recircu-
lation button for about 2 seconds.
The
air recirculation indicator
and
fresh air intake indicator lights
will flash twice and the intake air will be
controlled automatically.
A/C (air conditioner) button
The button is provided only on vehicles
equipped with an air conditioner.
Start the hybrid system, turn the fan con-
trol dial to the desired position and push
the
button to turn on the air condi-
tioner. The indicator light comes on when
the air conditioner is operating. To turn off
the air conditioner, push the
button
again.
The air conditioner cooling function op-
erates only when the hybrid system is
running.
Air flow control
Pressing the MODE button manually con-
trols air flow and selects the air outlet:
— Air flows mainly from center
and side vents.
— Air flows mainly from centerand side vents and foot
outlets.
— Air flows mainly from foot out-lets and partly from defroster.
— Air flows mainly from defrosterand foot outlets.
To turn system off
Press the ON-OFF button.
Rear window and outside mirror
defroster switch
For additional information, refer to “Rear
window and outside mirror defroster
switch” in the “Instruments and controls”
section of this manual.
OPERATING TIPS
The sunload sensor, located on the top and
center of the instrument panel, helps the
system maintain a constant temperature.
Do not put anything on or around this sen-
sor.
LHA2949
Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems4-33
Follow these easy-to-use Fuel Efficient
Driving Tips to help you achieve the most
fuel economy from your vehicle.1. Use Smooth Accelerator and Brake
Pedal Application
∙ Avoid rapid starts and stops.
∙ Use smooth, gentle accelerator and brake application whenever possible.
∙ Maintain constant speed while com- muting and coast whenever pos-
sible.
2. Maintain Constant Speed
∙ Look ahead to try and anticipate and minimize stops.
∙ Synchronizing your speed with traffic lights allows you to reduce your num-
ber of stops.
∙ Maintaining a steady speed can mini- mize red light stops and improve fuel
efficiency.
3. Use Air Conditioning (A/C) at Higher
Vehicle Speeds
∙ Below 40 mph (64 km/h), it is more efficient to open windows to cool the
vehicle due to reduced engine load. ∙ Above 40 mph (64 km/h), it is more
efficient to use A/C to cool the vehicle
due to increased aerodynamic drag.
∙ Recirculating the cool air in the cabin when the A/C is on reduces cooling
load.
4. Drive at Economical Speeds and Dis-
tances
∙ Observing the speed limit and not exceeding 60 mph (97 km/h) (where
legally allowed) can improve fuel effi-
ciency due to reduced aerodynamic
drag.
∙ Maintaining a safe following distance behind other vehicles reduces un-
necessary braking.
∙ Safely monitoring traffic to anticipate changes in speed permits reduced
braking and smooth acceleration
changes.
∙ Select a gear range suitable to road conditions.
5. Use Cruise Control
∙ Using cruise control during highway driving helps maintain a steady
speed. ∙ Cruise control is particularly effective
in providing fuel savings when driving
on flat terrains.
6. Plan for the Shortest Route
∙ Utilize a map or navigation system to determine the best route to save
time.
7. Avoid Idling
∙ Shutting off your hybrid system when safe for stops exceeding 30–60 sec-
onds saves fuel and reduces emis-
sions.
8. Buy an Automated Pass for Toll
Roads
∙ Automated passes permit drivers to use special lanes to maintain cruis-
ing speed through the toll and avoid
stopping and starting.
9. Winter Warm Up
∙ Limit idling time to minimize impact to fuel economy.
∙ Vehicles typically need no more than 30 seconds of idling at start-up to
effectively circulate the engine oil be-
fore driving.
FUEL EFFICIENT DRIVING TIPS
5-104Starting and driving
SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
The sonar sensors1are located on the
rear bumper. Always keep the area near
the sonar sensors clean.
The sonar sensors may be blocked by tem-
porary ambient conditions such as splash-
ing water, mist or fog.
The blocked condition may also be caused
by objects such as ice, frost or dirt ob-
structing the sonar sensors.
Check for and remove objects obstructing
the area around the sonar sensors. Do not attach stickers (including transpar-
ent material), install accessories or apply
additional paint near the sonar sensors.
Do not strike or damage the area around
the sonar sensors. It is recommended that
you visit a NISSAN dealer if the area around
the sonar sensors is damaged due to a
collision.
FREEING A FROZEN DOOR LOCK
To prevent a door lock from freezing, apply
de-icer through the key hole. If the lock
becomes frozen, heat the key before in-
serting it into the key hole, or use the
NISSAN Intelligent Key®.
ANTIFREEZE
In the winter when it is anticipated that the
temperature will drop below 32°F (0°C),
check the antifreeze to assure proper win-
ter protection. For additional information,
refer to “Engine cooling system” in the “Do-
it-yourself ” section of this manual.
12–VOLT BATTERY
If the 12–volt battery is not fully charged
during extremely cold weather conditions,
the battery fluid may freeze and damage
the battery. To maintain maximum effi-
ciency, the 12–volt battery should be
checked regularly. For additional informa-
tion, refer to “12–volt battery” in the “Do-it-
yourself ” section of this manual.
LSD3334
COLD WEATHER DRIVING
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