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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. Theindicator 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.
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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.
JVR0322X
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.
HEATED SEATS (if so equipped)
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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.5-66).
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” (P.5-129).)
STEERING ASSIST SWITCH (models
with ProPILOT assist)
VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC)
OFF SWITCH
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.There may be times when there is
an object or passenger in the rear
seat(s) but the audible alert does
not sound. For example, this may
occur if rear seat passengers
enter or exit the vehicle during a
trip.
. The system does not directly
detect objects or passengers in
the rear seat(s). Instead, it can
detect when a rear door is
opened and closed, indicating
that there may be something in
the rear seat(s).
NOTE:
There may be times when the horn
sounds but there are no objects or
passengers in the rear seat(s).
For additional information, see “44. Rear
Door Alert is activated” (P.2-36).
JVS0185X
The ECO mode system helps to enhance
the fuel economy by controlling the
engine and CVT operation (for CVT mod-
els) automatically to avoid rapid accelera-
tion.
To turn on the ECO mode system, push
the ECO switch. The ECO mode indicator
appears on the meter.
To turn off the ECO mode, push the ECO
switch again. The ECO mode indicator will
turn off.
. The ECO mode system cannot be
turned off while the accelerator pedal
is depressed even if the ECO switch is
pushed to OFF. Release the accelera-
tor pedal to turn off the ECO mode 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
ECO MODE SWITCH
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WAC0077X
Instrument Panel
WAC0233X
Center 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. .
When not in use, be sure to close
the cap. Do not allow water or any
liquid to contact the outlet.
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POWER OUTLET
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SIC4524
Automatic operation
The automatic operation is available for
the switch that has anmark on its
surface.
To fully open or close the window, com-
pletely push down or pull up the switch
and release it; the switch need not be
held. The window will automatically open
or close all the way. To stop the window,
just push or lift the switch in the opposite
direction.
A light push or pull on the switch will
cause the window to open or close until
the switch is released.
Auto-reverse function
WARNING
There are some small distances im-
mediately before the closed position
which cannot be detected. Make sure
that all passengers have their hands,
etc., inside the vehicle before closing
the window.
If the control unit detects something
caught in the window as it is closing, the
window will be immediately lowered.
The auto reverse function can be acti-
vated when the window is closed by
automatic operation when the ignition
switch is in the ON position or for 45
seconds after the ignition switch is placed
in the OFF position.
Depending on the environment or driv-
ing conditions, the auto reverse func-
tion may be activated if an impact or
load similar to something being caught
in the window occurs.
If the windows do not close auto-
matically
If the power window automatic function
(closing only) does not operate properly,
perform the following procedure to initi-
alize the power window system.
1. Start the engine.
2. Close the door.
3. After starting the engine, open the window completely by operating the
power window switch.
4. Pull the power window switch and hold it to close the window, and then
hold the switch more than 3 seconds
after the window is closed completely.
5. Release the power window switch. Operate the window by the automatic
function to confirm the initialization is
complete.
If the power window automatic function
does not operate properly after perform-
ing the procedure above, it is recom-
mended you have your vehicle checked
by a NISSAN dealer.
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CAUTION
.Do not leave the light switch on
when the engine is not running
for extended periods of time to
prevent the battery from being
discharged.
. Turn off the lights when you leave
the vehicle.
JVI0626X
INTERIOR LIGHT SWITCH
The interior light can be turned ON
regardless of door position. The light will
go off after a period of time unless the
ignition switch is placed in the ON posi-
tion when any door is opened.
The interior lights can be set to operate
when the doors are opened. To turn off
the interior lights when a door open, push
the switch, the interior lights will not
illuminate, regardless of door position.
The lights will go off when the ignition
switch is placed in the ON position, or the
driver’s door is closed and locked. The
lights will also go off after a period of time
when the doors are open.
JVI0627X
CONSOLE LIGHT (if so equipped)
The console light will turn on whenever
the parking lights or headlights are illu-
minated.
INTERIOR LIGHTS
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stop and reverse features as re-
quired by federal safety stan-
dards. (These standards became
effective for opener models man-
ufactured after April 1, 1982.) A
garage door opener which cannot
detect an object in the path of a
closing garage door and then
automatically stop and reverse,
does not meet current federal
safety standards. Using a garage
door opener without these fea-
tures increases the risk of serious
injury or death.
. During the programming proce-
dure your garage door or security
gate will open and close (if the
transmitter is within range). Make
sure that people or objects are
clear of the garage door, gate,
etc. that you are programming.
. Your vehicle’s engine should be
turned off while programming
the HomeLink® Universal Trans-
ceiver. Do not breathe exhaust
gases; they contain colorless
and odorless carbon monoxide.
Carbon monoxide is dangerous. It
can cause unconsciousness or
death.PROGRAMMING HomeLink®
The following steps show generic instruc-
tions how to program a HomeLink®
button. If you have any questions or are
having difficulty programming your
HomeLink® buttons, refer to the
HomeLink® web site at: www.homelink.
com/nissan or call 1-800-355-3515.
NOTE:
It is also recommended that a new
battery be placed in the hand-held
transmitter of the device being pro-
grammed to HomeLink® for quicker
programming and accurate transmis-
sion of the radio-frequency.
1. Position the end of your hand-held
transmitter 1-3 in (26-76 mm) away
from the HomeLink® surface, keeping
the HomeLink® indicator light
in
view.
JVI0428X
2. Using both hands, simultaneously
press and hold the desired HomeLink®
button and handheld transmitter but-
ton. DO NOT release until the
HomeLink® indicator light
flashes
slowly and then rapidly. When the
indicator light flashes rapidly, both
buttons may be released. (The rapid
flashing indicates successful pro-
gramming.)
NOTE:
Some devices to be programmed
may require you to replace Step 2
with the cycling procedure noted in
the “Programming HomeLink® for
Canadian customers and gate open-
ers” (P.2-82).
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