2020 NISSAN SENTRA phone

floor) and while holding, crank the en-
gine. Release the accelerator pedal
when the engine starts.
• If the engine is very hard to start be- cause it is flooded, depress the accel-
erator pedal all the way to the floor
and hold it. Push the ignition switch to
the ON position to start cranking the
engine. Af ter 5 or 6 seconds, stop
cranking by pushing the ignition
switch to the LOCK position. Af ter
cranking the engine, release the accel-
erator pedal. Crank the engine with
your foot off the accelerator pedal by
depressing the brake pedal and push-
ing the ignition switch to start the en-
gine. If the engine starts, but fails to
run, repeat the above procedure.
CAUTION
Do not operate the starter for more
than 15 seconds at a time. If the engine
does not start, push the ignition switch
to the OFF position and wait 10 seconds
before cranking again, otherwise the
starter could be damaged. 4.
Warm-up
Allow the engine to idle for at least 30
seconds af ter starting. Do not race the
engine while warming it up. Drive at a
moderate speed for a short distance
first, especially in cold weather. In cold
weather, keep the engine running for a
minimum of2-3minutes before shut-
ting it off. Starting and stopping the en-
gine over a short period of time may
make the vehicle more difficult to start.
5. To stop the engine, move the shif t lever to the P (Park) position or to N (Neutral)
and apply the parking brake (M/T) and
push the ignition switch to the OFF
position.
NOTE:
Care should be taken to avoid situa-
tions that can lead to potential bat-
tery discharge and potential no-start
conditions such as:
1. Installation or extended use of elec- tronic accessories that consume bat-
tery power when the engine is not
running (phone chargers, GPS, DVD
players, etc.).
2. The vehicle is not driven regularly and/or only driven short distances. In these cases, the battery may need to
be charged to maintain battery health.
REMOTE ENGINE START (if so
equipped)
Vehicles started with the Remote Engine
Start require the ignition switch to be
placed in the ON position before the shif t
lever can be moved from the P (Park) posi-
tion. To place the ignition switch in the ON
position, follow these steps:
1. Make sure that the Intelligent Key is on
you.
2. Apply the brake.
3. Push the ignition switch once to the ON position.
For additional information, refer to “NISSAN
Intelligent Key®” in the “Pre-driving checks
and adjustments” section of this manual.
Starting and driving5-15

• If the battery is labeled “do not open” it ismaintenance free and battery fluid
should not be checked. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer or
a qualified specialist workshop to con-
firm the battery’s performance.
• Keep the battery surface clean and dry. Clean the battery with a solution of bak-
ing soda and water.
• Make certain the terminal connections are clean and securely tightened.
• If the vehicle is not to be used for 30 days or longer, disconnect the negative (-) bat-
tery terminal cable to prevent discharge.
NOTE:
Care should be taken to avoid situations
that can lead to potential battery dis-
charge and potential no-start conditions
such as:
1. Installation or extended use of elec-
tronic accessories that consume bat-
tery power when the engine is not run-
ning (Phone chargers, GPS, DVD
players, etc.)
2. Vehicle is not driven regularly and/or
only driven short distances.
In these cases, the battery may need to
be charged to maintain battery health.
WARNING
• Do not expose the battery to flames,
an electrical spark or a cigarette. Hy-
drogen gas generated by the battery
is explosive. Explosive gases can
cause blindness or injury. Do not al-
low battery fluid to contact your skin,
eyes, fabrics or painted surfaces. Sul-
furic acid can cause blindness or in-
jury. Af ter touching a battery or bat-
tery cap, do not touch or rub your
eyes. Thoroughly wash your hands. If
the acid contacts your eyes, skin or
clothing, immediately flush with wa-
ter for at least 15 minutes and seek
medical attention.
• When working on or near a battery,
always wear suitable eye protection
and remove all jewelry.
• Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds. Wash hands af ter
handling.
• Keep battery out of the reach of
children.
• Do not tip the battery.
NOTE:
Do not try to open the top of the battery.
This battery is not equipped with remov-
able vent caps.
JUMP STARTING
If jump starting is necessary, refer to “Jump
starting” in the “In case of emergency” sec-
tion of this manual. If the engine does not
start by jump starting, the battery may
have to be replaced. It is recommended
that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this
service.
LDI3302
Do-it-yourself8-13

Parking brake:Check the parking brake
operation regularly. The vehicle should be
securely held on a fairly steep hill with only
the parking brake applied. If the parking
brake needs adjustment, it is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
this service.
Seats: Check seat position controls such
as seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc., to
ensure they operate smoothly and all
latches lock securely in every position.
Check that the head restraints/headrests
move up and down smoothly and the locks
(if so equipped) hold securely in all latched
positions.
Seat belts: Check that all parts of the seat
belt system (for example, buckles, anchors,
adjusters and retractors) operate properly
and smoothly, and are installed securely.
Check the belt webbing for cuts, fraying,
wear or damage.
Steering wheel: Check for changes in the
steering system, such as excessive free
play, hard steering or strange noises.
Warning lights and chimes: Make sure all
warning lights and chimes are operating
properly.
Windshield defroster: Check that the air
comes out of the defroster outlets properly and in sufficient quantity when operating
the heater or air conditioner.
Windshield wiper and washer*:
Check
that the wipers and washer operate prop-
erly and that the wipers do not streak.
Under the hood and vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should
be checked periodically (for example, each
time you check the engine oil or refuel).
Battery*: This vehicle is equipped with a
sealed maintenance free battery. It is rec-
ommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer
for service.
NOTE:
Care should be taken to avoid situations
that can lead to potential battery dis-
charge and potential no-start conditions
such as:
1. Installation or extended use of elec-
tronic accessories that consume bat-
tery power when the engine is not run-
ning (Phone chargers, GPS, DVD
players, etc.).
2. Vehicle is not driven regularly and/or
only driven short distances. In these cases, the battery may need to
be charged to maintain battery health.
Brake and clutch (if so equipped) fluid
level*:
Make sure that the brake and clutch
fluid levels are between the MIN and MAX
lines on the reservoir.
Engine coolant level*: Check the coolant
level when the engine is cold.
Engine drive belt*: Make sure the drive belt
is not frayed, worn, cracked or oily.
Engine oil level*: Check the level af ter
parking the vehicle on a level surface with
the engine off. Wait more than 15 minutes
for the oil to drain back into the oil pan.
Exhaust system: Make sure there are no
loose supports, cracks or holes. If the
sound of the exhaust seems unusual or
there is a smell of exhaust fumes, immedi-
ately have the exhaust system inspected. It
is recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service. For additional infor-
mation, refer to “Exhaust gas (carbon mon-
oxide)” in the “Starting and driving” section
of this manual.
9-4Maintenance and schedules

This vehicle is equipped with an Event Data
Recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an
EDR is to record, in certain crash or near
crash-like situations, such as an air bag
deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data
that will assist in understanding how a ve-
hicle's systems performed. The EDR is de-
signed to record data related to vehicle dy-
namics and safety systems for a short
period of time, typically 30 seconds or less.
The EDR in this vehicle is designed to re-
cord such data as:
• How various systems in your vehicle wereoperating;
• Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were buckled/fastened;
• How far (if at all) the driver was depress- ing the accelerator and/or brake pedal;
and,
• How fast the vehicle was traveling.
• Sounds are not recorded.
These data can help provide a better un-
derstanding of the circumstances in which
crashes and injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data
are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-
trivial crash situation occurs; no data are
recorded by the EDR under normal driving
conditions and no personal data (e.g.
name, gender, age and crash location) are
recorded. However, other parties, such as law enforcement, could combine the EDR
data with the type of personally identif ying
data routinely acquired during a crash in-
vestigation.
To read data recorded by an EDR, special
equipment is required and access to the
vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to
the vehicle manufacturer and NISSAN
dealer, other parties, such as law enforce-
ment, that have the special equipment, can
read the information if they have access to
the vehicle or the EDR. EDR data will only be
accessed with the consent of the vehicle
owner or lessee or as otherwise required or
permitted by law.
Genuine NISSAN Service Manuals for this
model year and prior can be purchased. A
Genuine NISSAN Service Manual is the best
source of service and repair information for
your vehicle. This manual is the same one
used by the factory-trained technicians
working at NISSAN dealerships. Genuine
NISSAN Owner’s Manuals can also be pur-
chased.
For USA
For current pricing and availability of Genu-
ine
NISSAN Service Manuals, contact:
www.nissan-techinfo.com
For current pricing and availability of Genu-
ine NISSAN Owner's Manuals, contact:
1-800-247-5321
For Canada
To purchase a copy of a Genuine NISSAN
Service Manual or Owner’s Manual, for this
model year and prior, please visit the near-
est NISSAN dealer. For the phone number
and location of a NISSAN dealer in your
area, call the NISSAN Information Center at
1-800-387-0122 and a bilingual NISSAN rep-
resentative will assist you.
EVENT DATA RECORDERS (EDR) OWNER'S MANUAL/SERVICE
MANUAL ORDER INFORMATION
10-22Technical and consumer information

11 Index
A
Active Ride Control (ARC).........5-119Air bag (See supplemental restraint
system).....................1-44Air bag system
Front (See supplemental front impact air
bag system)
................1-52Air bag warning labels............1-65Air bag warning light.........1-65, 2-14Air bag warning light,
supplemental..............1-65, 2-14Air cleaner...................8-16Air cleaner housing filter..........8-16Air conditionerAir conditioner operation.....4-35, 4-41Air conditioner service..........4-44Air conditioner specification label. .10-14Air conditioner system refrigerant
recommendations............10-8Air conditioner system refrigerant and oil
recommendations............10-8Heater and air conditioner
controls...............4-33, 4-41Servicing air conditioner........4-44Air flow charts................ .4-37Alarm system (See vehicle security
system)................... .2-52Anchor point locations...........1-28Antenna....................4-64Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)......5-114
Antifreeze...................5-125Armrests.....................1-7Audio system.................4-45AM radio operation............4-51AM radio reception............4-45AM/FM radio............4-49, 4-51Auxiliary (AUX) devices operation. . .4-53Bluetooth® audio.............4-60FM radio operation............4-52FM radio reception............4-45iPod® Player................4-57iPod® player operation..........4-57Radio................... .4-45USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connection
Port.................... .4-54USB Connections.............4-55USB interface...............4-54Autolight switch...............2-56Automatic
Automatic power window switch. . .2-72Automatic anti-glare inside mirror. . . .3-29Automatic door locks.............3-6Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) with
Pedestrian Detection.........2-9, 5-81
B
Battery.................5- 125, 8-12Charge warning light...........2-10Battery replacement............8-22
Key fob...................8-22NISSAN Intelligent Key®.........8-23Before starting the engine.........5-14Belt (See drive belt)..............8-14Blind Spot Warning (BSW)..........5-35Bluetooth® audio..............4-60Bluetooth® hands-free phone system. .4-67Bluetooth® connections.........4-81Connecting procedure..........4-72Phone indicators.............4-71Text messaging..............4-78Voice commands.............4-73Booster seats.................1-40Brake
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). . . .5-114Brake fluid.................8-10Brake light (See stop light).......8-26Brake system...............5-114Brake warning light............2-9Brake wear indicators.......2-16,8-18Self-adjusting brakes...........8-18Brake and clutch fluid............8-10Brake Assist.................5-116Brake fluid...................8-10Brake system................5-114Brakes.....................8-18Break-in schedule.............5-109Brightness controlInstrument panel.............2-60Brightness/contrast button.........4-8Bulb check/instrument panel........2-9

Bulb replacement...............8-26
C
C.M.V.S.S. certification label.........10-13Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants.................10-2Car phone or CB radio............4-67Cargo
(See vehicle loading information).....10-15Chassis control................5-119Check tire pressure..........2-30, 2-47Child restraints.......1-21,1-22,1-23,1-25LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren) System..............1-25Precautions on child
restraints............1-30, 1-36, 1-41Top tether strap anchor point
locations...................1-28Child safety rear door lock..........3-7Cleaning exterior and interior......7-2,7-5Clutch
Clutch fluid..................8-11Cold weather driving............5-125Console box................. .2-68Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT).......................5-16Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
fluid......................8-10Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT)............5-16Control panel buttons.............4-3Brightness/contrast button.......4-8
Controls
Audio controls (steering wheel).....4-63Heater and air conditioner
controls................4-33, 4-41CoolantCapacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants
...............10-2Changing engine coolant.........8-6Checking engine coolant level......8-6Engine coolant temperature gauge. . .2-6Corrosion protection..............7-8Cruise control................ .5-58Cup holders................. .2-69
D
Daytime Running Light System......2-59Defroster switch
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch
................... .2-55Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)........2-51Dimensions and weights..........10-11Dimmer switch for instrument panel. . .2-60Display controls (see control panel
buttons).................... .4-3Door locks....................3-4Drive belt....................8-14Driving
Cold weather driving...........5-125Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT)............5-16Driving with manual transmission. . .5-21
Precautions when starting and
driving.................... .5-4Driving the vehicle...............5-16
E
E-call (SOS) Button..............2-64ECO mode switch...............5-25Economy - fuel................5-111Emergency engine shutoff.......5-13,6-2Emission control information label. . . .10-13Emission control system warranty. . . .10-20Engine
Before starting the engine........5-14Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...............10-2Changing engine coolant.........8-6Changing engine oil.............8-7Changing engine oil filter.........8-7Checking engine coolant level......8-6Checking engine oil level..........8-7Engine compartment check
locations.................. .8-4Engine coolant temperature gauge. . .2-6Engine cooling system...........8-5Engine oil...................8-7Engine oil and oil filter
recommendation.............10-7Engine oil pressure warning light. . . .2-10Engine oil viscosity.............10-7Engine serial number..........10-13Engine specifications...........10-9Starting the engine............5-14
11-2Index

Engine Block Heater.............5-127Engine coolant temperature gauge. . . .2-6Event Data recorders............10-22Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide)......5-4Explanation of maintenance items.....9-2Explanation of scheduled maintenance
items.......................9-5Extended storage switch..........8-22Eyeglass case.................2-68
F
F.M.V.S.S. certification label.........10-13Flashers (See hazard warning flasher
switch)......................6-2Flat tire.................. .6-3, 6-4Floor mat positioning aid...........7-6Fluid
Brake fluid..................8-10Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...............10-2Clutch fluid..................8-11Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
fluid......................8-10Engine coolant................8-5Engine oil...................8-7Windshield-washer fluid..........8-11Fog light switch................2-61Front air bag system
(See supplemental restraint system). . .1-52Front power seat adjustment........1-5Front seats....................1-2Front-door pocket..............2-66
FuelCapacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants
...............10-2Fuel economy...............5-111Fuel gauge..................2-7Fuel octane rating.............10-6Fuel recommendation..........10-4Fuel-filler cap................3-26Fuel-filler door lock opener lever. . . .3-25Fuel-filler lid.................3-26Loose fuel cap warning......2-29,2-47Fuel efficient driving tips..........5-110Fuel gauge....................2-7Fuel-filler door.................3-25Fuses.......................8-19Fusible links..................8-20
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver.....2-76,2-77,2-78,2-79, 2-80Gas cap.....................3-26Gauge
Engine coolant temperature gauge. . .2-6Fuel gauge..................2-7Speedometer................2-4Tachometer................ .2-5Trip odometer................2-5General maintenance.............9-2Glove box................... .2-67Glove box lock.................2-67
H
Hands-free phone system, Bluetooth®. .4-67Hazard warning flasher switch........6-2Head restraints.................1-7Headlight and turn signal switch.....2-55Headlight control switch...........2-55Headlights...................8-24Heated seat switches............2-62Heated seats................. .2-62Heated steering wheel switch.......2-63Heater
Heater and air conditioner
controls
................4-33, 4-41Heater operation..........4-34, 4-42Hill start assist system...........5-119HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver.....2-76,2-77,2-78,2-79, 2-80Hood.......................3-23Horn...................... .2-62
I
Ignition switch
Push-button ignition switch.......5-11Immobilizer system..........2-53, 5-14Important vehicle information label. . .10-13In-cabin microfilter..............8-16Increasing fuel economy..........5-111IndicatorNISSAN Intelligent Key® battery discharge
indicator
...................5-13
Index11-3

M
MaintenanceGeneral maintenance...........9-2Inside the vehicle..............9-3Maintenance precautions.........8-2Outside the vehicle.............9-2Seat belt maintenance..........1-20Under the hood and vehicle.......9-4Maintenance log................9-11Maintenance requirements..........9-2Maintenance schedules............9-7Maintenance under severe operation
conditions....................9-10Malfunction indicator light..........2-15Manual front seat adjustment........1-3Map lights....................2-75Menu button.................. .4-6Meters and gauges..............2-4Instrument brightness control.....2-60Mirror
Automatic anti-glare inside mirror. . .3-29Outside mirror control..........3-30Outside mirrors..............3-30Rearview...................3-29Vanity mirror................3-29Mirrors......................3-29Moonroof.................2-73,7-5Moving Object Detection (MOD)......4-28
N
NISSAN Intelligent Key®..........3-2,3-7
NISSAN Intelligent Key® battery discharge
indicator.....................5-13NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer
System................. .2-53, 5-14NissanConnect® Owner's Manual......4-2
O
Octane rating (See fuel octane rating). .10-6Oil
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants
...............10-2Changing engine oil.............8-7Changing engine oil filter.........8-7Checking engine oil level..........8-7Engine oil...................8-7Engine oil and oil filter
recommendation.............10-7Engine oil viscosity.............10-7Outside mirror control............3-30Outside mirrors................3-30Overhead sunglasses holder........2-68OverheatIf your vehicle overheats.........6-11Owner's manual order form........10-22Owner's manual/service manual order
information................. .10-22
P
Parking
Parking/parking on hills.........5-112Parking brake.................5-23
Phone, Bluetooth® hands-free system. .4-67PowerPower door locks..............3-6Power outlet................2-66Powerrearwindows............2-71Power steering system.........5-113Power windows..............2-70Rear power windows...........2-71Power outlet................. .2-66Power steering................5-113Precautions
Maintenance precautions.........8-2Precautions on booster
seats...............1-30, 1-36, 1-41Precautions on child
restraints............1-30, 1-36, 1-41Precautions on seat belt usage.....1-12Precautions on supplemental restraint
system................... .1-44Precautions when starting and
driving.................... .5-4Push starting..................6-11
R
Radio
Car phone or CB radio..........4-67FM/AM radio................4-49Readiness for inspection maintenance
(I/M) test................... .10-21Rear Automatic Braking (RAB). . . .2-13, 5-74Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA).......5-48Rear Door Alert.........2-31, 2-50, 2-64
Index11-5