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.Unlocking the door or opening the
liftgate without using the button on
the Intelligent Key, the door handle
request switch or the mechanical key.
(Even if the door is opened by releas-
ing the door inside lock knob, the
alarm will activate.)
. Opening the hood.
How to stop an activated alarm
The alarm will stop when a door is
unlocked by pushing the unlock button
on the Intelligent Key, the door handle
request switch or using the mechanical
key, or when the ignition switch is pushed
to the ACC or ON position.
If the system does not operate as
described above, it is recommended
you have it checked by a NISSAN dealer.
NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER SYS-
TEM
The NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System
will not allow the engine to start without
the use of the registered Intelligent Key.
Never leave these keys in the vehicle.
FCC Notice:
For USA:
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device
may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including inter-
ference that may cause undesired op-
eration.
NOTE:
Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
For Canada:
This device complies with Industry Ca-
nada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) this device may not
cause interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
SIC2045
Security indicator light
The security indicator light is located on
the meter panel. It indicates the status of
the NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System.
The light blinks after the ignition switch
was in the ACC, OFF and LOCK position.
This function indicates the security sys-
tems equipped on the vehicle are opera-
tional.
If the NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System
is malfunctioning, this light will remain on
while the ignition switch is in the ON
position.
If the light still remains on and/or the
engine will not start, seek service for
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SIC3784A
Be sure not to put anything on top of
the photo sensorlocated on the top
of the instrument panel. The photo
sensor controls the Intelligent Auto
Headlight system; if it is covered, the
photo sensor reacts as if it is dark and
the headlights will illuminate.
WAC0731X
Autolight system (Type B) (if so
equipped)
The autolight system allows the head-
lights to be set so they turn on and off
automatically.
To set the autolight system:
1. Make sure the headlight switch is in the AUTO position
orposition.
2. Place the ignition switch in the ON position.
3. The autolight system automatically turns the headlights on and off.
To turn the autolight system off, turn the
switch to the
position. The autolight system can turn on the
headlights automatically when it is dark
and turn off the headlights when it is
light.
If the ignition switch is turned to the ON
position when the parking brake is ap-
plied, the headlights remain off.
With the
position selected, the head-
lights turn off when the ignition switch is
placed in the OFF position, the shift lever
is in the P (Park) position, or the parking
brake is applied. (The front parking, tail,
license plate, and instrument lights are
on.)
How to turn off all lights:
With the AUTO position selected, all lights
turn off when the engine is restarted after
the parking brake is applied.
NOTE:
When driving at night, the headlights
remain on and cannot be turned off.
When the vehicle is stopped, the head-
lights can be turned off when the head-
light switch is in the
position.
With the AUTO position selected (head-
lights are on), the headlights will remain
on for 5 minutes when the ignition switch
is placed in the OFF position and one of
the doors is opened.
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Automatic headlights off delay:
You can keep the headlights on for up to
180 seconds after you place the ignition
switch in the OFF position and open any
door then close all the doors.
You can adjust the period of the auto-
matic headlights off delay from 0 seconds
(OFF) to 180 seconds. The factory default
setting is 45 seconds.
See “Vehicle settings” (P.2-24).
SIC3784A
Be sure not to put anything on top of
the photo sensorlocated on the top
of the instrument panel. The photo
sensor controls the autolight system; if
it is covered, the photo sensor reacts as
if it is dark and the headlights will
illuminate.
SIC3670
Example
Headlight beam select
To select the low beam, put the lever in
the neutral position as shown.
To select the high beam, push the lever
forward while the switch is in the
position. Pull it back to select the low
beam.
Pulling the lever toward you will flash the
headlight high beam even when the
headlight switch is in the OFF position (if
so equipped).
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SIC4378
INSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESS CON-
TROL
The instrument brightness control switch
(upperand lower) can be operated
when the ignition switch is in the ON
position.
WAC0256X
When the instrument brightness control
switch is operated, the vehicle informa-
tion display switches to the brightness
adjustment mode.
Push the upper switch
to brighten the
meter panel lights and instrument panel
lights.
Push the lower switch
to dim the lights.
If the bar reaches the maximum or
minimum brightness, a chime will sound.
The vehicle information display returns to
the normal display when the instrument
brightness control switch is not operated
for more than 5 seconds.
SIC3671
Example
TURN SIGNAL SWITCH
Turn signal
Move the lever up or down to signal the
turning direction. When the turn is com-
pleted, the turn signals cancel automati-
cally.
Lane change signal
. Move the lever up or down until the
turn signal begins to flash, but the
lever does not latch, to signal a lane
change. Hold the lever until the lane
change is completed.
. Move the lever up or down until the
turn signal begins to flash, but the
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.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.
WAC0524X
FRONT (if so equipped)
The front seats can be warmed by built-in
heaters. The switches located on the
instrument panel can be operated inde-
pendently of each other.
1. Start the engine.
2. Push the heated seat switch and
select the desired heat range.
.For high heat, push the switch once..For medium heat, push the switch
twice.
.For low heat, push the switch threetimes.
.The indicator lighton the switch
will illuminate depending on the
heat level when the heater is on. 3. To turn off the heater, push the
heated seat switch until the indicator
light turns off.
The heater is controlled by a control
module, automatically adjusting the
heat level to maintain comfort accord-
ing to the selected heat range.
The indicator light will remain on as
long as the switch is on.
When the vehicle’s interior is warmed,
or before you leave the vehicle, be
sure to turn off the seat heater.
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SIC2770
REAR (if so equipped)
The 2nd row outboard seats are warmed
by built-in heaters. The switches located
on the back side of the center console
can be operated independently of each
other.
1. Start the engine.
2. Select heat range.
For high heat, push the HI (High)
side of the switch.
For low heat, push the LO (Low) side
of the switch.
The indicator light in 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 turns off.
The heater is controlled by a thermo-
stat, automatically turning the heater
on and off. The indicator light will
remain on as long as the switch is on.
When the vehicle’s interior is warmed,
or before you leave the vehicle, be
sure to turn off the switch.
WAC0640X
The climate controlled seat cools down
the front seats by blowing cool air from
the surface of the seat. The switches
located on the instrument panel can be
operated independently of each other.
1. Start the engine.
2. Push the climate controlled seatswitch to cool the seat. The indicator
light
on the corresponding switch
will illuminate depending on the cool
level.
3. Adjust the desired amount of air by pushing the switch again. The climate
controlled seat blower remains on low
speed for approximately 60 seconds
after pushing the switch on.
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CLIMATE CONTROLLED SEATS (if
so equipped)
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SIC4455
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 will illumi-
nate.
Push the VDC OFF switch again or restart
the engine to turn on the system. (See
“Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system” (P.5-144).)
WAC0619X
The TBCU on the instrument panel allows
the driver to adjust the braking force
applied to the trailer brakes. See “Trailer
Brake Controller Unit (TBCU)” (P.10-28).
VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC)
OFF SWITCH
TRAILER BRAKE CONTROLLER UNIT
(TBCU) (if so equipped)
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(See “42. Rear Door Alert is activated” (P.2-
34).)
CAUTION
.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.
. 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.
WAC0620XInstrument panel
The power outlet is located inside the lid.
Push the lid release button
up to open
the lid.
POWER OUTLET