AUTOMATIC OPERATION
Cooling and/or dehumidified
heating (AUTO)
This mode may be used all year round as the
system automatically works to keep a con-
stant temperature. Air flow distribution and
fan speed are also controlled automatically.
1. Press the AUTO button on. The indicatoron the button will illuminate.
2. Turn the temperature control dial to the lef t or right to set the desired tempera-
ture.
• The temperature of the passenger com- partment will be maintained automati-
cally. Air flow distribution and fan speed
are also controlled 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 using
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 con-
trol, 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 com- partment will be maintained automati-
cally. 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 de-
frosting or defogging.
• To quickly remove ice from the outside of the windows, use the
fan speed con-
trol buttons to set the fan speed to
maximum. • As soon as possible af ter the windshield
is clean, press the AUTO button to return
to the automatic mode.
•
When thefront defroster button is
pressed, the air conditioner will automati-
cally be turned on at outside temperatures
above 36°F (2°C). The air recirculate mode
automatically turns off, allowing outside air
to be drawn into the passenger compart-
ment to further improve the defogging
performance. When the air recirculate
mode automatically turns off, the air fresh
mode will automatically turn on.
Remote Engine Start with
Intelligent Climate Control (if so
equipped)
Vehicles equipped with automatic climate
controls and Remote Engine Start function
may go into automatic heating or cooling
mode when Remote Engine 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
placed in the ON position. In Remote
Engine Start defrosting mode, the rear
window defroster, heated seats (if so
equipped) and heated steering wheel (if so
equipped) may be activated automatically.
4-30Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems
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 onyou.
2. Apply the brake.
3. Push the ignition switch once to the ON position.
For additional information, see “NISSAN In-
telligent Key®” (P. 3-2).
ENGINE PROTECTION MODE
The engine has an engine protection mode
to reduce the chance of damage if the
coolant temperature becomes too high
(for example, when climbing steep grades
in high temperatures with heavy loads,
such as when towing a trailer). When the
engine temperature reaches a certain
level:
• The engine coolant temperature gauge will move toward the H position.
• Engine power may be reduced.
• The air conditioning cooling function may be automatically turned off for a short
time (the blower will continue to operate).
Engine power and, under some conditions,
vehicle speed will decrease. Vehicle speed
can be controlled with the accelerator
pedal, but the vehicle may not accelerate at
the desired speed. The transmission will
downshif t or upshif t as it reaches pre-
scribed shif t points. You can also shif t
manually.
As driving conditions change and engine
coolant temperature is reduced, vehicle
speed can be increased using the accel-
erator pedal, and the air conditioning cool-
ing function will automatically be turned
back on. The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) may
also come on if the engine coolant tem-
perature is not reduced or the air condi-
tioning cooling function does not turn back
on. If
only it remains on, you do not need to
have your vehicle towed, but have it in-
spected soon. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN dealer for this service. For
additional information, see “Malfunction In-
dicator Light (MIL)” (P. 2-14).
WARNING
Overheating can result in reduced en-
gine power and vehicle speed. The re-
duced speed may be lower than other
traffic, which could increase the chance
of a collision. Be especially careful
when driving. If the vehicle cannot
maintain a safe driving speed, pull to
the side of the road in a safe area. Allow
the engine to cool and return to normal
operation. For additional information,
see “If your vehicle overheats” (P. 6-12).
DRIVING THE VEHICLE
5-18Starting and driving
Front and rear sonar system.........5-126
Front power seat adjustment ..........1-4
Frontseats....................... .1-2
Front-door pocket .................2-56
Fuelefficientdrivingtips.............5 -115
Fuel gauge ........................2-7
Fuel-filler door ....................3-28
Fuel.............................10-2 Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ..................10-2
Fuel economy ..................5 -116
Fuel gauge ......................2-7
Fueloctanerating................10-6
Fuel recommendation ............10-4
Fuel-filler cap ...................3-29
Fuel-filler door lock opener lever .....3-28
Fuel-filler lid ....................3-29
Loose fuel cap warning ............2-27
Fuses ...........................8-20
Fusiblelinks ......................8-21
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver .......................2-71
Gascap.........................3-29
Gauge ...........................2-6
Engine coolant temperature gauge . . .2-6
Fuel gauge ......................2-7
Odometer ......................2-5
Speedometer .................2-4,2-5
Tachometer .....................2-6
Trip odometer ...................2-5 General maintenance
................9-2
Glovebox........................2-59
H
Hazard warning flasher switch .........6-2
Headrestraints.................... .1-9
Headlight and turn signal switch .......2-38
Headlightcontrolswitch.............2-38
Headlights.......................8-25
Heatedmirrors................... .3-36
Heatedrearseats..................2-48
Heatedseats.....................2-45
Heated steering wheel ..............2-49
Heater and air conditioner (automatic) . .4-29
Heater..........................4-29 Heater and air conditioner (automatic)
(if so equipped) ..................4-29
Heater and air conditioner controls. . .4-30
Heater operation .................4-31
Hill start assist system ..............5-126
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver.......2-71
Hood ............................3-21
Hook ...........................2-62
Luggage hook ..................2-62
Horn............................2-45
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Ignition switch .....................5-13
Push-button ignition switch ........5-13
Immobilizer system ................2-34
Important vehicle information label . . . .10-12In-cabinmicrofilter.................8-18
Increasing fuel economy
............5-116
Indicator lights and audible reminders
(See warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders) ...................... .2-10
Indicator.........................5-15 NISSAN Intelligent Key® battery discharge
indicator.......................5-15
Inside automatic anti-glare mirror .....3-34
Instrument brightness control ........2-43
Instrument panel dimmer switch ......2-43
Instrument panel ...................0-6
Intelligent Around View® Monitor .......4-11
Intelligent Cruise Control ............5-59
Intelligent Drive Alertness (I-DA) .......5-112
Intelligent Forward Collision Warning
(I-FCW)..........................5-99
Intelligent Key system ................3-8
Key operating range ...............3-8
Key operation ....................3-9
Mechanical key ...................3-3
Remote keyless entry operation .....3-12
Troubleshooting guide ............3-16
Warning signals ..................3-16
Intelligent Lane Intervention ..........5-33
Interiorlight..................... .2-69
ISOFIX child restraints ...............1-28
J
Jumpstarting.....................6-10
11-3