2019 NISSAN VERSA service indicator

∙ If available, a plastic trim tool can alsobe used.
4. Push down the shif t lock release using a suitable tool.
5. Press the shif t lever button
Aand
move the shif t lever to the N (Neutral)
position while holding down the shif t
lock release.
6. Place the ignition switch in the ON po- sition to unlock the steering wheel.
7. Release the parking brake.
The vehicle may be moved to the desired
location.
Replace the removed shif t lock release
cover af ter the operation.
If the shif t lever cannot be moved out of the
P (Park) position, have the Continuously
Variable Transmission system checked as
soon as possible. It is recommended that
you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
Overdrive (O/D) OFF switch
When the O/D OFF switch is pushed with
the shif t lever in the D (Drive) position,
the
light in the instrument panel illu-
minates. For additional information, refer
to “Overdrive OFF indicator light” in the “In-
struments and controls” section of this
manual.
Use the overdrive OFF mode when you
need improved engine braking.
To turn off the overdrive OFF mode, push
the O/D OFF switch again. The
indi-
cator light will turn off. Each time the engine is started, or when
the shif t lever is moved to any position
other than D (Drive), the overdrive OFF
mode will be automatically turned off.
Accelerator downshif t
— in D (Drive) position —
For passing or hill climbing, depress the
accelerator pedal to the floor. This shif ts
the transmission down into a lower gear,
depending on the vehicle speed.
Fail-safe
When the fail-safe operation occurs, the
Continuously Variable Transmission will
not be shif ted into the selected driving po-
sition.
If the vehicle is driven under extreme
conditions, such as excessive wheel
spinning and subsequent hard braking,
the fail-safe system may be activated.
The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
may come on to indicate the fail-safe
mode is activated. For additional infor-
mation, refer to “Malfunction Indicator
Light (MIL)” in the “Instruments and con-
trols” section of this manual. This will oc-
cur even if all electrical circuits are func-
tioning properly. In this case, place the
ignition switch in the OFF position andLSD2012
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WARNING
∙ The VDC system is designed to helpthe driver maintain stability but does
not prevent accidents due to abrupt
steering operation at high speeds or
by careless or dangerous driving
techniques. Reduce vehicle speed and
be especially careful when driving and
cornering on slippery surfaces and al-
ways drive carefully.
∙ Do not modif y the vehicle’s suspen- sion. If suspension parts such as
shock absorbers, struts, springs, sta-
bilizer bars, bushings and wheels are
not NISSAN recommended for your
vehicle or are extremely deteriorated,
the VDC system may not operate
properly. This could adversely affect
vehicle handling performance, and
the
indicator light may flash or
illuminate.
∙ If brake related parts such as brake pads, rotors and calipers are not
NISSAN recommended or are ex-
tremely deteriorated, the VDC system
may not operate properly and
the
indicator light may
illuminate. ∙ If engine control related parts are not
NISSAN recommended or are ex-
tremely deteriorated, the
indi-
cator light may illuminate.
∙ When driving on extremely inclined surfaces such as higher banked cor-
ners, the VDC system may not operate
properly and the
indicator light
may flash or illuminate. Do not drive
on these types of roads.
∙ When driving on an unstable surface such as a turntable, ferry, elevator or
ramp, the
indicator light may
flash or illuminate. This is not a mal-
function. Restart the engine af ter
driving onto a stable surface.
∙ If wheels or tires other than the NISSAN recommended ones are used,
the VDC system may not operate
properly and the
indicator light
may flash or illuminate.
∙ The VDC system is not a substitute for winter tires or tire chains on a snow
covered road.
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 re-
mote keyless entry key fob.
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.
BATTERY
If the battery is not fully charged during
extremely cold weather conditions, the
battery fluid may freeze and damage the
battery. To maintain maximum efficiency,
the battery should be checked regularly.
This vehicle is equipped with a sealed
maintenance free battery. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
service.
COLD WEATHER DRIVING
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If the brakes do not operate properly, have
the brakes checked. It is recommended
that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this ser-
vice.
Self-adjusting brakes
Your vehicle is equipped with self-adjusting
brakes.
The front disc-type brakes self-adjust ev-
ery time the brake pedal is applied. The rear
drum-type brakes self-adjust every time
the parking brake is applied.
WARNING
Have your brake system checked if the
brakes pedal height does not return to
normal. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
Brake pad wear indicators
The disc brake pads on your vehicle have
audible wear indicators. When a brake pad
requires replacement, a high pitched
scraping or screeching sound will be heard
when the vehicle is in motion. The noise will
be heard whether or not the brake pedal is
depressed. Have the brakes checked as
soon as possible if the wear indicator
sound is heard.Under some driving or climate conditions,
occasional brake squeak, squeal or other
noise may be heard. Occasional brake
noise during light to moderate stops is nor-
mal and does not affect the function or
performance of the brake system.
Proper brake inspection intervals should
be followed.
For additional information re-
garding brake inspections, refer to the ap-
propriate maintenance schedule informa-
tion in the "Maintenance and schedules"
section of this manual.
If any electrical equipment does not oper-
ate, check for an open fuse.
Fuses are used in the passenger compart-
ment. Spare fuses are provided and can be
found in the passenger compartment fuse
box.
When installing a fuse make sure the fuse is
installed in the fuse box securely.
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BRAKES FUSES
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∙ The original tires have built-intread wear indicators. When the
wear indicators are visible, the
tire(s) should be replaced.
∙ Tires degrade with age and use. Have tires, including the spare,
over 6 years old checked by a
qualified technician because
some tire damage may not be
obvious. Replace the tires as
necessary to prevent tire failure
and possible personal injury.
∙ Improper service of the spare tire may result in serious per-
sonal injury. If it is necessary to
repair the spare tire, it is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.
∙ For additional information re- garding tires, refer to “Impor-
tant Tire Safety Information”
(US) or “Tire Safety Information”
(Canada) in the Warranty Infor-
mation Booklet.Replacing wheels and tires
When replacing a tire, use the same size,
tread design, speed rating and load carry-
ing capacity as originally equipped. For ad-
ditional information, refer to “Wheels and
tires” in the “Technical and consumer infor-
mation” section of this manual.
WARNING
∙ The use of tires other than those rec-
ommended or the mixed use of tires
of different brands, construction
(bias, bias-belted or radial), or tread
patterns can adversely affect the ride,
braking, handling, Vehicle Dynamic
Control (VDC) system, ground clear-
ance, body-to-tire clearance, tire
chain clearance, speedometer cali-
bration, headlight aim and bumper
height. Some of these effects may
lead to accidents and could result in
serious personal injury. ∙ If your vehicle was originally
equipped with four tires that were the
same size and you are only replacing
two of the four tires, install the new
tires on the rear axle. Placing new tires
on the front axle may cause loss of
vehicle control in some driving condi-
tions and cause an accident and per-
sonal injury.
∙ If the wheels are changed for any rea- son, always replace with wheels
which have the same off-set dimen-
sion. Wheels of a different off-set
could cause premature tire wear, de-
grade vehicle handling characteris-
tics, affect the VDC system and/or in-
terference with the brake
discs/drums. Such interference can
lead to decreased braking efficiency
and/or early brake pad wear. For ad-
ditional information on wheel off-set
dimensions, refer to “Wheels and
tires” in the “Technical and consumer
information” section of this manual.
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11 Index
A
Air bag (See supplemental restraint
system) .................... .1-42
Air bag system Front (See supplemental front impact air
bagsystem)............... .1-52
Air bag warning labels ............1-60
Airbagwarninglight..........1-61, 2-18
Air bag warning light,
supplemental ..............1-61, 2-18
Air cleaner housing filter ...........8-17
Air conditioner Air conditioner operation ........4-18
Air conditioner service ..........4-22
Air conditioner specification label . .10-13
Air conditioner system refrigerant and oil
recommendations ............10-8
Air conditioner system refrigerant
recommendations ............10-8
Heater and air conditioner controls .4-14
Servicing air conditioner ........4-22
Air flow charts .................4-19
Alarm system
(See vehicle security system) ........2-21
Anchor point locations ...........1-25
Antenna ....................4-42
Antifreeze ...................5-34
Anti-lock brake warning light ........2-13
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ......5-30
Audible reminders ..............2-21
Audio system .................4-22 AM/FMradio ............4-27,4-29
AM radio operation
............4-29
AMradioreception............4-23
Auxliliary (AUX) devices operation . . .4-31
Bluetooth® audio .............4-38
FM radio operation ............4-30
FMradioreception............4-22
iPod®Player................4-35
iPod® player operation .........4-35
Radio ....................4-22
Steering wheel audio control
switch....................4-42
USB Connections .............4-33
USBinterface...............4-32
USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connection
Port.....................4-32
Automatic Automatic power window switch . . .2-34
Automatic door locks .............3-8
B
Battery..................5-34,8-13 Charge warning light ...........2-14
Battery replacement ............8-22
Keyfob................8-22,8-23
NISSAN Intelligent Key® .........8-24
Before starting the engine .........5-14
Belt(Seedrivebelt)..............8-15
Bluetooth® audio ...............4-38
Bluetooth® hands-free phone system . .4-46 Bluetooth® connections ........4-60Connecting procedure
.........4-51
Phone indicators .............4-50
Text messaging ..............4-57
Voice commands ............4-52
Booster seats .................1-38
Brake Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ....5-30
Brakefluid.................8-10
Brakelight(Seestoplight).......8-28
Brakesystem...............5-30
Brakewarninglight............2-13
Brakewearindicators.......2-21,8-19
Parking brake operation ........5-23
Self-adjustingbrakes ..........8-19
Brakeassist..................5-31
Brakefluid...................8-10
B r

akes......................8-19
Brakesystem.................5-30
Break-in schedule ..............5-26
Brightness/contrast button .........4-7
Brightness control Instrument panel .............2-26
Bulb check/instrument panel .......2-13
Bulb replacement ..............8-28
C
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants....................10-2
Cargo
(See vehicle loading information) . . . .10-14
Car phone or CB radio ...........4-46

OverheatIfyourvehicleoverheats.........6-11
Owner's manual order form ........10-22
Owner's manual/service manual order
information..................10-22
P
Parking Parking brake operation .........5-23
Parking/parkingonhills.........5-28
Parkingbrake..................5-23
Phone, Bluetooth® hands-free system . .4-46
Power Power door locks ..............3-8
Poweroutlet................2-28
Power steering system ..........5-29
Powerwindows..............2-32
Rearpowerwindows...........2-33
Poweroutlet..................2-28
Powersteering.................5-29
Precautions Maintenance precautions .........8-2
Precautions on booster
seats............1-20, 1-27, 1-33, 1-38
Precautions on child
restraints .........1-20, 1-27, 1-33, 1-38
Precautions on seat belt usage .....1-10
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system ....................1-42
Precautions when starting and
driving.....................5-2
Programmable features ............4-5
Push starting ..................6-11 R
Radio Car phone or CB radio ..........4-46
FM/AMradio................4-27
Steering wheel audio control
switch....................4-42
Readiness for inspection maintenance (I/M)
test .......................10-21
Rearpowerwindows.............2-33
Rearseat.....................1-4
Rearviewmirror................3-34
RearViewMonitor.............4-8,4-10
Rearwindowdefrosterswitch.......2-24
Recommended Fluids ............10-2
Recorders EventData.................10-21
Refrigerant recommendation ........10-8
Registering a vehicle in another
country .....................10-11
Remote keyless entry system .....3-9, 3-10
Reporting safety defects (US only) . . . .10-20
S
Safety Child safety rear door lock ........3-8
Childseatbelts......1-20, 1-27, 1-33, 1-38
Reporting safety defects (US only) . .10-20
Seat adjustment Front manual seat adjustment ......1-3
Rear seat adjustment ...........1-4
Seatback pockets ...............2-30
Seat belt Childsafety................ .1-18Infants and small children
........1-19
InjuredPerson............... .1-13
Largerchildren.............. .1-19
Precautionsonseatbeltusage.....1-10
Pregnant women ..............1-13
Seat belt extenders ............1-17
Seat belt maintenance ..........1-17
Seatbelts................1-10, 7-7
Shoulder belt height adjustment . . . .1-16
Three-pointtypewithretractor.....1-13
Seat belt extenders ..............1-17
Seatbeltwarninglight .........1-13,2-17
Seats Adjustment .................

.1-2
Frontseats..................1-2
Manual front seat adjustment ......1-3
Rearseat...................1-4
Security indicator light ............2-20
Security system (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer
System), engine start ..........2-21, 5-14
Security systems Vehicle security system .........2-21
Self-adjustingbrakes.............8-19
Service manual order form .........10-22
Servicing air conditioner ...........4-22
Shif ting Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) .....................5-18
Manual transmission ...........5-21
Shoulder belt height adjustment ......1-16
Side air bag system (See supplemental side
air bag, curtain and rollover air
bag systems) ..................1-58
Siri® Eyes-Free .................4-43
Spark plug replacement ...........8-16
Spark plugs ...................8-16
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