Nissan Murano (2024 year). Manual in english

SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

CAUTION

•

Do not use alcohol, benzine or thin-
ner to clean the camera. This will
cause discoloration.

•

Do not damage the camera as the
monitor screen may be adversely
affected.

If dirt, rain or snow accumulates on any of
the cameras

, the MOD system may not

operate properly. Clean the camera by wip-
ing with a cloth dampened with a diluted
mild cleaning agent and then wiping with a
dry cloth.

Adjust air flow direction by moving the vent
slides.

Open or close the vents by using the dial.
Move the dial toward the

to open the

vents or toward the

to close them.

LHA3830

LHA4390

Side

VENTS

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Temperature control dial (driver’s side)/
AUTO button

ON-OFF button

Display screen

MODE (manual air flow control) button

Temperature control dial (passenger’s
side)/DUAL button

Fresh air intake button

Air recirculation button

A/C (air conditioner) button

fan speed control buttons

10.

REAR window and outside mirror

defroster switch

11.

FRONT (defroster) button

WARNING

•

The air conditioner cooling function
operates only when the engine is
running.

•

Do not leave children or adults who
would normally require the assis-
tance of others alone in your vehicle.
Pets should also not be left alone.
They could accidentally injure them-
selves or others through inadvertent
operation of the vehicle. Also, on hot,
sunny days, temperatures in a closed
vehicle could quickly become high
enough to cause severe or possibly
fatal injuries to people or animals.

•

Do not use the recirculation mode for
long periods as it may cause the inte-
rior air to become stale and the win-
dows to fog up.

NOTE:
• Odors from inside and outside the ve-

hicle can build up in the air conditioner
unit. Odor can enter the passenger
compartment through the vents.

• When parking, set the heater and air

conditioner controls to turn off air re-
circulation to allow fresh air into the
passenger compartment. This should
help reduce odors inside the vehicle.

LHA3200

HEATER AND AIR CONDITIONER
(automatic)

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AUTOMATIC OPERATION

Cooling and/or dehumidified
heating (AUTO)

This mode may be used all year round as
the system automatically works to keep
a constant temperature. Air flow distribu-
tion and fan speed are also controlled
automatically.

1. Press the AUTO button. The indicator on

the button will illuminate.

2. Turn the temperature control dial to the

left or right 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.

• 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 the

front defroster button.

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 after the windshield

is clean, press the AUTO button to return
to the automatic mode.

• When the

front 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 En-
gine Start defrosting mode, the rear win-
dow defroster, heated seats and heated
steering wheel (if so equipped) may be ac-
tivated automatically.

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MANUAL OPERATION

Fan speed control

Press the

fan speed control buttons

to manually control the fan speed.

Press the AUTO button to return to auto-
matic control of the fan speed.

Temperature control dial

The temperature control dial allows you to
adjust the temperature of the outlet air. To
lower the temperature, turn the dial to the
left. To increase the temperature, turn the
dial to the right. Temperature can be ad-
justed on the driver’s and passenger’s side.

Air recirculation

Press the

air recirculation button to

recirculate interior air inside the vehicle.
The

indicator light on the button will

come on.

The air recirculation cannot be activated
when the air conditioner is in the

front

defrosting mode.

When the outside temperature exceeds
70°F (21°C), the air conditioning system may
default to air recirculation mode automati-
cally to reduce overall power consumption.
To exit air recirculation mode, select the
fresh air intake button to enter fresh air
mode.

Fresh air intake

Press the

fresh air intake button to

draw outside air into the passenger
compartment.

A/C (air conditioner) button

Start the engine, press the

fan speed

control buttons to the desired position and
press the

button to turn on the air

conditioner. To turn off the air conditioner,
press the

button again.

The air conditioner cooling function op-
erates only when the engine is running.

Air flow control

Pressing the MODE button manually con-
trols air flow and selects the air outlet:

—

Air flows mainly from center and
side vents.

—

Air flows mainly from center and
side vents and foot outlets.

—

Air flows mainly from foot outlets
and partly from defroster.

—

Air flows mainly from defroster
and foot outlets.

To turn system off

Press the ON-OFF button.

Rear window and outside mirror
defroster switch

For additional information, see “Rear win-
dow and outside mirror defroster switch”
(P. 2-40).

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OPERATING TIPS

Sensors,

and

on the instrument

panel, help the system maintain a constant
temperature. Do not put anything on or
around these sensors.
• When the climate system is in automatic

operation and the engine coolant tem-
perature and outside air temperature are
low, the air flow outlet may default to
defroster mode for a maximum of 2 min-
utes and 30 seconds. This is not a mal-
function. After the engine coolant tem-
perature warms up, the air flow outlet will
return to foot mode and operation will
continue normally.

• When the outside and interior cabin tem-

peratures are moderate to high, the in-
take setting may default to turn off air
recirculation to allow fresh air into the
passenger compartment. You may no-
tice air flow from the foot mode, bi-level
mode, or side demist vent outlets for a
maximum of 15 seconds. This may occur
when the previous climate setting was
turned off. This is not a malfunction. After
the initial warm air is expelled, the intake
will return to automatic control, air flow
outlet will return to previous settings, and
operation may continue normally. To exit,
press any climate control button.

• Keep the moonroof (if so equipped)

closed while the air conditioner is in
operation.

• If you feel that the air flow mode you have

selected and the outlets the air is coming
out do not match, select the

mode.

• When you change the air flow mode, you

may feel air flow from the foot outlets for
just a moment. This is not a malfunction.

The air conditioner system in your NISSAN
vehicle is charged with a refrigerant de-
signed with the environment in mind.

This refrigerant does not harm the
earth's ozone layer.

Special charging equipment and lubricant
is required when servicing your NISSAN air
conditioner. Using improper refrigerants
or lubricants will cause severe damage
to your air conditioner system. For addi-
tional information, see “Air conditioner sys-
tem refrigerant and oil recommendations”
(P. 10-8).

It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer to service your “environmentally
friendly” air conditioner system.

WARNING

The air conditioner system contains re-
frigerant under high pressure. To avoid
personal injury, any air conditioner
service should be done only by an
experienced technician with proper
equipment.

LHA5046

SERVICING AIR CONDITIONER

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ROOF MOUNTED ANTENNA

The antenna is located on the rear part of
the vehicle roof and an antenna pattern is
printed inside the rear window.

CAUTION

•

A build-up of ice on the antenna can
affect radio performance. Remove
the ice to restore radio reception.

•

When removing snow from the roof,
do not apply strong force to the an-
tenna. That may cause broken an-
tenna and roof panel dent.

•

When using a high pressure car wash,
keep the high pressure nozzle away
from the antenna. The seal may be
deformed or damaged.

•

The radio performance may be af-
fected if cargo carried on the roof
blocks the radio signal. If possible, do
not put cargo near the antenna.

•

Do not place metalized film near the
rear window glass or attach any
metal parts to it. This may cause poor
reception or noise.

•

When cleaning the inside of the rear
window, be careful not to scratch or
damage the rear window antenna.
Lightly wipe along the antenna with a
dampened soft cloth.

When installing a CB, ham radio or car
phone in your vehicle, be sure to observe
the following precautions; otherwise, the
new equipment may adversely affect the
engine control system and other electronic
parts.

WARNING

•

A cellular phone should not be used
for any purpose while driving so full
attention may be given to vehicle op-
eration. Some jurisdictions prohibit
the use of cellular phones while
driving.

•

If you must make a call while your
vehicle is in motion, the hands free
cellular phone operational mode is
highly recommended. Exercise ex-
treme caution at all times so full
attention may be given to vehicle
operation.

•

If you are unable to devote full atten-
tion to vehicle operation while talk-
ing on the phone, pull off the road to
a safe location and stop your vehicle.

ANTENNA

CAR PHONE OR CB RADIO

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CAUTION

•

Keep the antenna as far away as pos-
sible from the electronic control
modules.

•

Keep the antenna wire more than 8 in
(20 cm) away from the electronic
control system harnesses. Do not
route the antenna wire next to any
harness.

•

Adjust the antenna standing-wave
ratio

recommended

the

manufacturer.

•

Connect the ground wire from the CB
radio chassis to the body.

•

For additional information, it is rec-
ommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for servicing.

“Made for iPod”, “Made for iPhone” and
“Made for iPad” mean that an electronic
accessory has been designed to connect
specifically to iPod, iPhone or iPad, respec-
tively, and has been certified by the devel-
oper to meet Apple performance stan-
dards. Apple is not responsible for the
operation of this device or its compliance
with safety and regulatory standards.
Please note that the use of this accessory
with iPod, iPhone or iPad may affect wire-
less performance.

iPad, iPhone, iPod classic, iPod nano, iPod
shuffle and iPod touch are trademarks of
Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other
countries. Lightning is a trademark of
Apple Inc.

iPod®/iPhone®

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WARNING

•

Properly secure all cargo with ropes
or straps to help prevent it from slid-
ing or shifting. Do not place cargo
higher than the seatbacks. In a sud-
den stop or collision, unsecured
cargo could cause personal injury.

•

Exceeding the roof rack capacity can
change the vehicle's center of gravity
and adversely affect the handling
and stability of the vehicle resulting
in an accident causing death or seri-
ous injury.

EXHAUST GAS (carbon monoxide)

WARNING

•

Do not breathe exhaust gases; they
contain colorless and odorless car-
bon monoxide. Carbon monoxide is
dangerous. It

can

cause

uncon-

sciousness or death.

•

If you suspect that exhaust fumes
are entering the vehicle, drive with all
windows fully open, and have the ve-
hicle inspected immediately.

•

Do not run the engine in closed
spaces such as a garage.

•

Do not park the vehicle with the en-
gine running for any extended length
of time.

•

Keep the liftgate and rear vent win-
dows closed while driving, otherwise
exhaust gases could be drawn into
the passenger compartment. If you
must drive with the liftgate or rear
vent windows open, follow these pre-
cautions:

1. Open all the windows.
2. Set the

air recirculation but-

ton to off and the fan control dial
to high to circulate the air.

•

If electrical wiring or other cable
connections must pass to a trailer
through the seal on the liftgate or
the body, follow the manufacturer's
recommendation to prevent carbon
monoxide entry into the vehicle.

•

The exhaust system and body should
be inspected by a qualified mechanic
whenever:

a. The vehicle is raised for service.
b. You suspect that exhaust fumes

are entering into the passenger
compartment.

c. You notice a change in the sound

of the exhaust system.

d. You have had an accident involv-

ing damage to the exhaust sys-
tem, underbody, or rear of the
vehicle.

PRECAUTIONS WHEN STARTING AND
DRIVING

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THREE-WAY CATALYST

The three-way catalyst is an emission con-
trol device installed in the exhaust system.
Exhaust gases in the three-way catalyst
are burned at high temperatures to help
reduce pollutants.

WARNING

•

The exhaust gas and the exhaust
system are very hot. Keep people,
animals

flammable

materials

away

from

the

exhaust

system

components.

•

Do not stop or park the vehicle over
flammable materials such as dry
grass, waste paper or rags. They may
ignite and cause a fire.

CAUTION

•

Do not use leaded gasoline. Deposits
from leaded gasoline will seriously
reduce the three-way catalyst's abil-
ity to help reduce exhaust pollutants.

•

Keep your engine tuned up. Malfunc-
tions in the ignition, fuel injection, or
electrical systems can cause overrich
fuel flow into the three-way catalyst,
causing it to overheat. Do not keep
driving if the engine misfires, or if no-
ticeable loss of performance or other
unusual operating conditions are de-
tected. Have the vehicle inspected
promptly. It is recommended that
you visit a NISSAN dealer for this
service.

•

Avoid driving with an extremely low
fuel level. Running out of fuel could
cause the engine to misfire, damag-
ing the three-way catalyst.

•

Do not race the engine while warm-
ing it up.

•

Do not push or tow your vehicle to
start the engine.

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING
SYSTEM (TPMS)

Each tire, including the spare (if provided),
should be checked monthly when cold and
inflated to the inflation pressure recom-
mended by the vehicle manufacturer on
the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure
label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different
size than the size indicated on the vehicle

placard or tire inflation pressure label, you
should determine the proper tire inflation
pressure for those tires.)

As an added safety feature, your vehicle
has been equipped with a Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS) that illuminates
a low tire pressure telltale when one or
more of your tires is significantly under-
inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire
pressure telltale illuminates, you should
stop and check your tires as soon as pos-
sible, and inflate them to the proper pres-
sure. Driving on a significantly under-
inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and
can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also
reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life,
and may affect the vehicle’s handling and
stopping ability.

Please note that the TPMS is not a substi-
tute for proper tire maintenance, and it is
the driver’s responsibility to maintain cor-
rect tire pressure, even if under-inflation
has not reached the level to trigger illumi-
nation of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.

Your vehicle has also been equipped with a
TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate
when the system is not operating properly.
The TPMS malfunction indicator is com-
bined with the low tire pressure telltale.
When the system detects a malfunction,

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the telltale will flash for approximately one
minute and then remain continuously illu-
minated. This sequence will continue upon
subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as
the malfunction exists. When the malfunc-
tion indicator is illuminated, the system
may not be able to detect or signal low tire
pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions
may occur for a variety of reasons, includ-
ing the installation of replacement or alter-
nate tires or wheels on the vehicle that
prevent the TPMS from functioning prop-
erly. Always check the TPMS malfunction
telltale after replacing one or more tires or
wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the
replacement or alternate tires and wheels
allow the TPMS to continue to function
properly.

Additional information:

• When using a wheel without the TPMS

such as the spare tire, the TPMS does not
monitor the tire pressure of the spare tire.

• The TPMS will activate only when the ve-

hicle is driven at speeds above 16 mph (25
km/h). Also, this system may not detect a
sudden drop in tire pressure (for example,
a flat tire while driving).

• The low tire pressure warning light does

not automatically turn off when the tire
pressure is adjusted. After the tire is in-
flated to the recommended pressure, the
vehicle must be driven at speeds above
16 mph (25 km/h) to activate the TPMS
and turn off the low tire pressure warning
light. Use a tire pressure gauge to check
the tire pressure.

• The “Tire Pressure Low — Add Air” warning

appears in the vehicle information dis-
play when the low tire pressure warning
light is illuminated and low tire pressure is
detected. The “Tire Pressure Low — Add
Air” warning turns off when the low tire
pressure warning light turns off.

• The “Tire Pressure Low — Add Air” warning

appears each time the ignition switch is
placed in the ON position as long as the
low tire pressure warning light remains
illuminated.

• The “Tire Pressure Low — Add Air” warning

does not appear if the low tire pressure
warning light illuminates to indicate a
TPMS malfunction.

• Tire pressure rises and falls depending on

the heat caused by the vehicle’s opera-
tion and the outside temperature. Do not
reduce the tire pressure after driving be-
cause the tire pressure rises after driving.
Low outside temperature can lower the
temperature of the air inside the tire
which can cause a lower tire inflation
pressure. This may cause the low tire
pressure warning light to illuminate. If the
warning light illuminates, check the tire
pressure for all four tires.

• The Tire and Loading Information label is

located in the driver's door opening.

• You can also check the pressure of all

tires (except the spare tire) on the vehicle
information display screen. The order of
the tire pressure figures displayed on the
screen corresponds with the actual order
of the tire position.

For additional information, see “Low tire
pressure warning light” (P. 2-13) and “Tire
Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)” (P. 6-3).

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WARNING

•

Radio waves could adversely affect
electric medical equipment. Those
who use a pacemaker should contact
the

electric

medical

equipment

manufacturer for the possible influ-
ences before use.

•

If the low tire pressure warning light
illuminates while driving, avoid sud-
den steering maneuvers or abrupt
braking, reduce vehicle speed, pull
off the road to a safe location and
stop the vehicle as soon as possible.
Driving with under-inflated tires may
permanently damage the tires and
increase the likelihood of tire failure.
Serious vehicle damage could occur
and may lead to an accident and
could result in serious personal in-
jury. Check the tire pressure for all
four tires. Adjust the tire pressure to
the recommended COLD tire pres-
sure shown on the Tire and Loading
Information label to turn the low tire
pressure warning light off. If you have
a flat tire, replace it with a spare tire
as soon as possible. (For additional
information on changing a flat tire,
see “Flat tire” (P. 6-3).)

•

When using a wheel without the
TPMS such as the spare tire, when a
spare tire is mounted or a wheel is
replaced, tire pressure will not be in-
dicated, the TPMS will not function
and the low tire pressure warning
light will flash for approximately 1
minute. The light will remain on after
1 minute. Have your tires replaced
and/or TPMS system reset as soon as
possible. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

•

Replacing tires with those not origi-
nally specified by NISSAN could af-
fect the proper operation of the
TPMS.

•

Do not inject any tire liquid or aerosol
tire sealant into the tires, as this may
cause a malfunction of the tire pres-
sure sensors.

CAUTION

•

The TPMS may not function properly
when the wheels are equipped with
tire chains or the wheels are buried in
snow.

•

Do not place metalized film or any
metal parts (antenna, etc.) on the
windows. This may cause poor re-
ception of the signals from the tire
pressure sensors, and the TPMS will
not function properly.

Some devices and transmitters may tem-
porarily interfere with the operation of the
TPMS and cause the low tire pressure
warning light to illuminate.

Some examples are:
• Facilities or electric devices using similar

radio frequencies are near the vehicle.

• If a transmitter set to similar frequencies

is being used in or near the vehicle.

• If a computer (or similar equipment) or a

DC/AC converter is being used in or near
the vehicle.

The low tire pressure warning light may
illuminate in the following cases:
• If the vehicle is equipped with a wheel and

tire without TPMS.

• If the TPMS has been replaced and the ID

has not been registered.

• If the wheel is not originally specified by

NISSAN.

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FCC Notice:

For USA:

This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-
lowing two conditions: (1) This device
may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interfer-
ence received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.

NOTE:
Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's au-
thority to operate the equipment.

For Canada:

This

device

contains

licence-exempt

transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply
with Innovation, Science and Economic
Development Canada’s licence-exempt
RSS(s). Operation is subject to the fol-
lowing two conditions: (1) This device
may not cause interference. (2) This de-
vice must accept any interference, in-
cluding interference that may cause un-
desired operation of the device.

TPMS with Easy-Fill Tire Alert

When adding air to an under-inflated tire,
the TPMS with Easy-Fill Tire Alert provides
visual and audible signals outside the ve-
hicle to help you inflate the tires to the rec-
ommended COLD tire pressure.

Vehicle set-up

1. Park the vehicle in a safe and level place.

2. Apply the parking brake and place the

shift lever in the P (Park) position.

3. Place the ignition switch in the ON posi-

tion. Do not start the engine.

Operation

1. Add air to the tire.

2. After a few seconds, the hazard indica-

tors will start flashing.

3. When

the

designated

pressure

reached, the horn beeps once and the
hazard indicators stop flashing.

4. Perform the above steps for each tire.

• If the tire is over-inflated more than

approximately 4 psi (30 kPa), the horn
beeps and the hazard indicators flash
three times. To correct the pressure,
push the core of the valve stem on the
tire briefly to release pressure. When

the pressure reaches the designated
pressure, the horn beeps once.

• If the hazard indicator does not flash

within approximately 15 seconds after
starting to inflate the tire, it indicates
that the Easy-Fill Tire Alert is not
operating.

• The TPMS will not activate the Easy-Fill

Tire Alert under the following condi-
tions:

– If there is interference from an exter-

nal device or transmitter.

– The air pressure from the inflation

device is not sufficient to inflate the
tire.

– There is a malfunction in the TPMS.
– There is a malfunction in the horn or

hazard indicators.

– The identification code of the tire

pressure sensor is not registered to
the system.

– The battery of the tire pressure sen-

sor is low.

• If the Easy-Fill Tire Alert does not oper-

ate due to TPMS interference, move
the vehicle about 3 ft (1 m) backward
or forward and try again.

If the Easy-Fill Tire Alert is not working, use a
tire pressure gauge.

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ON-PAVEMENT AND OFF-ROAD
DRIVING PRECAUTIONS

Utility

vehicles

have

significantly

higher rollover rate than other types of
vehicles.

They have higher ground clearance than
passenger cars to make them capable of
performing in a variety of on-pavement
and off-road applications. This gives them
a higher center of gravity than ordinary ve-
hicles. An advantage of higher ground
clearance is a better view of the road, allow-
ing you to anticipate problems. However,
they are not designed for cornering at the
same speeds as conventional 2-Wheel
Drive vehicles any more than low-slung
sports cars are designed to perform satis-
factorily under off-road conditions. If at all
possible, avoid sharp turns at high speeds.
As with other vehicles of this type, failure to
operate this vehicle correctly may result in
loss of control or vehicle rollover.

In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is
significantly more likely to die than a per-
son wearing a seat belt.

For additional information, see “Driving
safety precautions” (P. 5-11).

AVOIDING COLLISION AND
ROLLOVER

WARNING

Failure to operate this vehicle in a safe
and prudent manner may result in loss
of control or an accident.

Be alert and drive defensively at all times.
Obey all traffic regulations. Avoid excessive
speed, high speed cornering, or sudden
steering maneuvers, because these driving
practices could cause you to lose control of
your vehicle.

As with any vehicle, loss of control could
result in a collision with other vehicles or
objects or cause the vehicle to roll over,
particularly if the loss of control causes
the vehicle to slide sideways.

Be attentive at all times, and avoid driving
when tired. Never drive when under the in-
fluence of alcohol or drugs (including pre-
scription or over-the-counter drugs which
may cause drowsiness). Always wear your
seat belt as outlined in the “Safety – Seats,
seat belts and supplemental restraint sys-
tem” section of this manual, and also in-
struct your passengers to do so.

Seat belts help reduce the risk of injury in
collisions and rollovers.

In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is
significantly more likely to die than a
person wearing a seat belt.

OFF-ROAD RECOVERY

While driving, the right side or left side
wheels may unintentionally leave the road
surface. If this occurs, maintain control of
the vehicle by following the procedure be-
low. Please note that this procedure is only
a general guide. The vehicle must be driven
as appropriate based on the conditions of
the vehicle, road and traffic.

1. Remain calm and do not overreact.

2. Do not apply the brakes.

3. Maintain a firm grip on the steering

wheel with both hands and try to hold a
straight course.

4. When appropriate, slowly release the ac-

celerator pedal to gradually slow the
vehicle.

5. If there is nothing in the way, steer the

vehicle to follow the road while vehicle
speed is reduced. Do not attempt to
drive the vehicle back onto the road sur-
face until vehicle speed is reduced.

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6. When it is safe to do so, gradually turn

the steering wheel until both tires return
to the road surface. When all tires are on
the road surface, steer the vehicle to
stay in the appropriate driving lane.

• If you decide that it is not safe to return

the vehicle to the road surface based
on vehicle, road or traffic conditions,
gradually slow the vehicle to a stop in
a safe place off the road.

RAPID AIR PRESSURE LOSS

Rapid air pressure loss or a “blow-out” can
occur if the tire is punctured or is damaged
due to hitting a curb or pothole. Rapid air
pressure loss can also be caused by driving
on under-inflated tires.

Rapid air pressure loss can affect the han-
dling and stability of the vehicle, especially
at highway speeds.

Help prevent rapid air pressure loss by
maintaining the correct air pressure and
visually inspecting the tires for wear and
damage. For additional information, see
“Wheels and tires” (P. 8-27). If a tire rapidly
loses air pressure or “blows-out” while driv-
ing, maintain control of the vehicle by fol-
lowing the procedure below. Please note
that this procedure is only a general guide.

The vehicle must be driven as appropriate
based on the conditions of the vehicle, road
and traffic.

WARNING

If there is a sudden loss of tire air pres-
sure, the vehicle will generally move or
pull in the direction of the flat tire. In
this situation, losing control of the ve-
hicle may cause a collision and result in
personal injury.
To help avoid loss of control:

•

Do not rapidly apply the brakes.

•

Do not rapidly release the accelerator
pedal.

•

Do not rapidly turn the steering
wheel.

1. Remain calm and do not overreact.

2. Maintain a firm grip on the steering

wheel with both hands and try to hold a
straight course.

3. When appropriate, slowly release the ac-

celerator pedal to gradually slow the
vehicle.

4. Gradually steer the vehicle to a safe lo-

cation off the road and away from traffic
if possible.

5. Lightly apply the brake pedal to gradu-

ally stop the vehicle.

6. Turn on the hazard warning flashers and

contact a roadside emergency service
to change the tire. For additional infor-
mation, see “Changing a flat tire” (P. 6-4).

DRINKING ALCOHOL/DRUGS AND
DRIVING

WARNING

Never drive under the influence of alco-
hol or drugs. Alcohol in the bloodstream
reduces coordination, delays reaction
time and impairs judgement. Driving af-
ter drinking alcohol increases the likeli-
hood of being involved in an accident in-
juring yourself and others. Additionally, if
you are injured in an accident, alcohol
can increase the severity of the injury.

NISSAN is committed to safe driving. How-
ever, you must choose not to drive under the
influence of alcohol. Every year thousands of
people are injured or killed in alcohol-related
collisions. Although the local laws vary on
what is considered to be legally intoxicated,
the fact is that alcohol affects all people dif-
ferently and most people underestimate the
effects of alcohol.

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Remember, drinking and driving don't mix!
That is true for drugs (over-the-counter,
prescription) and illegal drugs, too. Don't
drive if your ability to operate your vehicle is
impaired by alcohol, drugs, or some other
physical condition.

DRIVING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Your NISSAN is designed for both normal
and off-road use. However, avoid driving in
deep water or mud as your NISSAN is
mainly designed for leisure use, unlike a
conventional off-road vehicle.

Remember that 2-Wheel Drive (2WD) mod-
els are less capable than All-Wheel Drive
(AWD) models for rough road driving and
extrication when stuck in deep snow or
mud, or the like.

Please observe the following precautions:

WARNING

•

Spinning the front wheels on slippery
surfaces

may

cause

the

AWD

warning message to display and the
AWD system to automatically switch
from the AWD to the 2WD mode. This
could reduce the traction. Be espe-
cially careful when towing a trailer
(AWD models).

•

Drive carefully when off the road and
avoid dangerous areas. Every person
who drives or rides in this vehicle
should be seated with their seat belt
fastened. This will keep you and your
passengers in position when driving
over rough terrain.

•

Do not drive across steep slopes. In-
stead drive either straight up or
straight down the slopes. Off-road
vehicles can tip over sideways much
more easily than they can forward or
backward.

•

Many hills are too steep for any ve-
hicle. If you drive up them, you may
stall. If you drive down them, you may
not be able to control your speed. If
you drive across them, you may roll
over.

•

Do not shift gears while driving on
downhill grades as this could cause
loss of control of the vehicle.

•

Stay alert when driving to the top of a
hill. At the top there could be a drop-
off or other hazard that could cause
an accident.

•

If your engine stalls or you cannot
make it to the top of a steep hill,
never attempt to turn around. Your
vehicle could tip or roll over. Always
back straight down in R (Reverse)
gear and apply brakes to control your
speed.

•

Heavy braking going down a hill
could cause your brakes to overheat
and fade, resulting in loss of control
and an accident. Apply brakes lightly
and use a low gear to control your
speed.

•

Unsecured cargo can be thrown
around when driving over rough ter-
rain. Properly secure all cargo so it
will not be thrown forward and cause
injury to you or your passengers.

•

Exceeding the roof rack capacity can
raise the center of gravity excessively
and affect the handling and stability
of the vehicle.

•

Secure heavy loads in the cargo area
as far forward and as low as possible.
Do not equip the vehicle with tires
larger than specified in this manual.
This could cause your vehicle to roll
over.

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•

Do not grip the inside or spokes of
the steering wheel when driving off-
road. The steering wheel could move
suddenly and injure your hands. In-
stead drive with your fingers and
thumbs on the outside of the rim.

•

Before operating the vehicle, ensure
that the driver and all passengers
have their seat belts fastened.

•

Always drive with the floor mats in
place as the floor may become hot.

•

Lower your speed when encounter-
ing strong crosswinds. With a higher
center of gravity, your NISSAN is more
affected by strong side winds. Slower
speeds ensure better vehicle control.

•

Do not drive beyond the perfor-
mance capability of the tires, even
with AWD engaged.

•

For AWD equipped vehicles, do not
attempt to raise two wheels off the
ground and shift the transmission to
any drive or reverse position with the
engine running. Doing so may result
in drivetrain damage or unexpected
vehicle movement which could result
in serious vehicle damage or per-
sonal injury.

•

Do not attempt to test an AWD
equipped vehicle on a 2-wheel dyna-
mometer (such as the dynamom-
eters used by some states for emis-
sions testing) or similar equipment
even if the other two wheels are
raised off the ground. Make sure you
inform test facility personnel that
your vehicle is equipped with AWD
before it is placed on a dynamom-
eter. Using the wrong test equipment
may result in drivetrain damage or
unexpected

vehicle

movement

which could result in serious vehicle
damage or personal injury.

•

When a wheel is off the ground due to
an unlevel surface, do not spin the
wheel excessively.

•

Accelerating quickly, sharp steering
maneuvers or sudden braking may
cause loss of control.

•

If at all possible, avoid sharp turning
maneuvers,

particularly

high

speeds. Your NISSAN vehicle has a
higher center of gravity than a pas-
senger car. The vehicle is not de-
signed for cornering at the same
speeds as passenger cars.

•

Failure to operate this vehicle cor-
rectly could result in loss of control
and/or a rollover accident.

•

Always use tires of the same type,
size, brand, construction (bias, bias-
belted, or radial), and tread pattern
on all four wheels. Install tire chains
on the front wheels when driving on
slippery roads and drive carefully.

•

Be sure to check the brakes immedi-
ately after driving in mud or water.
For

additional

information,

see

“Brake precautions” (P. 5-119).

•

Avoid parking your vehicle on steep
hills. If you get out of the vehicle and
it rolls forward, backward or side-
ways, you could be injured.

•

Whenever you drive off-road through
sand, mud or water as deep as the
wheel hub, more frequent mainte-
nance may be required. For addi-
tional information, see “Maintenance
schedules” (P. 9-7).

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WARNING

Do not operate the push-button igni-
tion switch while driving the vehicle ex-
cept in an emergency. (The engine will
stop when the ignition switch is pushed
three consecutive times in less than
1.5 seconds or the ignition switch is
pushed and held for more than 2 sec-
onds.) If the engine stops while the ve-
hicle is being driven, this could lead to a
crash and serious injury.

When the ignition switch is pushed without
depressing the brake pedal, the ignition
switch will illuminate.

If the ignition switch is in the LOCK or OFF
position, push the ignition switch center:
• Once to change to ACC.
• Two times to change to ON.
• Three times to change to OFF.

The shift lever can be moved from the P
(Park) position if the ignition switch is in
the ON position and the brake pedal is
depressed.

If the battery of the vehicle is discharged,
the ignition switch cannot be moved
from the LOCK position.

Some indicators and warnings for opera-
tion are displayed on the vehicle informa-
tion display. For additional information, see
“Vehicle information display” (P. 2-18).

OPERATING RANGE

The Intelligent Key functions can only be
used when the Intelligent Key is within the
specified operating range.

When the Intelligent Key battery is almost
discharged or strong radio waves are pres-
ent near the operating location, the Intelli-
gent Key system’s operating range becomes
narrower and may not function properly.

If the Intelligent Key is within the operating
range, it is possible for anyone, even some-
one who does not carry the Intelligent Key, to
push the ignition switch to start the engine.

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The operating range of the engine start
function is inside of the vehicle

• The luggage area is not included in the

operating range, but the Intelligent Key
may function.

• If the Intelligent Key is placed on the in-

strument panel or inside the glove box,
storage bin or door pocket, the Intelligent
Key may not function.

• If the Intelligent Key is placed near the

door or window outside the vehicle, the
Intelligent Key may function.

PUSH-BUTTON IGNITION SWITCH
POSITIONS

LOCK (Normal parking position)

The ignition switch can only be locked in
this position.

The ignition switch will be unlocked when it
is placed in the ACC position while carrying
the Intelligent Key.

The ignition switch will lock when any door
is opened or closed with the ignition
switched off.

ACC (Accessories)

This position activates electrical accesso-
ries, such as the radio, when the engine is
not running.

ACC has a battery saver feature that will
place the ignition switch in the OFF position
after a period of time under the following
conditions:
• All doors are closed.
• The shift lever is in P (Park).
• The hazard lamps are off.
• The turn signals are off.

The battery saver feature will be canceled if
any of the following occur:
• Any door is opened.
• The shift lever is moved out of P (Park).
• The ignition switch changes position.
• The hazard lamps are turned on.

ON (Normal operating position)

This position turns on the ignition system
and electrical accessories.

ON has a battery saver feature that will
place the ignition switch in the OFF posi-
tion, if the vehicle is not running, after some
time under the following conditions:
• All doors are closed.
• The shift lever is in P (Park).
• The hazard lamps are off.
• The turn signals are off.

The battery saver feature will be canceled if
any of the following occur:
• Any door is opened.
• The shift lever is moved out of the P (Park)

position.

• The ignition switch changes position.
• The hazard lamps are turned on.
• The turn signals are turned on.

CAUTION

Do not leave the vehicle with the igni-
tion switch in the ACC or ON position
when the engine is not running for an
extended period. This can discharge
the battery.

OFF

The ignition switch is in the OFF position
when the engine is turned off using the
ignition switch. The ignition switch heart
beat function (pulsed illumination) may ac-
tivate for a period of time when any door is
unlocked and when the door opened/
closed status changes in the OFF and ACC
positions.

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EMERGENCY ENGINE SHUT OFF

To shut off the engine in an emergency
situation while driving, perform the follow-
ing procedure:
• Rapidly push the ignition switch three

consecutive times in less than 1.5 sec-
onds, or

• Push and hold the ignition switch for

more than 2 seconds.

NISSAN INTELLIGENT KEY®
BATTERY DISCHARGE

If the battery of the NISSAN Intelligent Key®
is discharged, or environmental conditions
interfere with the Intelligent Key operation,
start the engine according to the following
procedure:

1. Place the shift lever in the P (Park)

position.

2. Firmly apply the foot brake.

3. Touch the ignition switch with the Intel-

ligent Key as illustrated. (A chime will
sound.)

(After step 3 is performed, when the ig-
nition switch is pushed without de-
pressing the brake pedal, the ignition
switch position will change to ON.)

4. Push the ignition switch while depress-

ing the brake pedal within 10 seconds
after the chime sounds. The engine will
start.

NOTE:
• When the ignition switch is pushed to

the ON position or the engine is started
by the above procedure, the Intelligent
Key battery discharge indicator ap-
pears in the vehicle information dis-
play even when the Intelligent Key is
inside the vehicle. This is not a mal-
function. To turn off the Intelligent Key
battery discharge indicator, touch the
ignition switch with the Intelligent Key
again.

• If the Intelligent Key battery discharge

indicator appears, replace the battery
as soon as possible. For additional in-
formation, see “Battery replacement”
(P. 8-23).

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NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEM

The NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System
will not allow the engine to start without
the use of the registered key.

If the engine fails to start using a registered
key (for example, when interference is
caused by another registered key, an auto-
mated toll road device or automatic pay-
ment device on the key ring), restart the
engine using the following procedure:

1. Leave the ignition switch in the ON posi-

tion for approximately 5 seconds.

2. Place the ignition switch in the OFF or

LOCK position, and wait approximately
10 seconds.

3. Repeat steps 1 and 2.

4. Restart the engine while holding the de-

vice (which may have caused the inter-
ference) separate from the registered
key.

If the no start condition re-occurs, NISSAN
recommends placing the registered key on
a separate key ring to avoid interference
from other devices.

• Make sure the area around the vehicle is

clear.

• Check fluid levels such as engine oil, cool-

ant, brake fluid, and windshield-washer
fluid as frequently as possible, or at least
whenever you refuel.

• Check that all windows and lights are

clean.

• Visually inspect tires for their appearance

and condition. Also check tires for proper
inflation.

• Check that all doors are closed.
• Position seat and adjust head restraints/

headrests.

• Adjust inside and outside mirrors.
• Fasten seat belts and ask all passengers

to do likewise.

• Check the operation of warning lights

when the ignition switch is placed in the
ON position. For additional information,
see “Warning lights, indicator lights and
audible reminders” (P. 2-9).

1. Apply the parking brake.

2. Move the shift lever to P (Park) or N (Neu-

tral). P (Park) is recommended.

The starter is designed not to operate
unless the shift lever is in either P
(Park) or N (Neutral).

3. Push the ignition switch to the ON posi-

tion. Depress the brake pedal and push
the ignition switch to start the engine.

To start the engine immediately, push
and release the ignition switch while de-
pressing the brake pedal with the igni-
tion switch in any position.

• If the engine is very hard to start in

extremely cold weather or when re-
starting,

depress

the

accelerator

pedal a little (approximately 1/3 to the
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. After 5 or 6 seconds, stop
cranking

pushing

the

ignition

switch to the LOCK position. After

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

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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.

Warm-up:

Allow the engine to idle for at least 30
seconds after 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 of 2 to 3 minutes 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 shift lever

into the P (Park) position and push the
ignition switch to the OFF position.

NOTE:
Care should be taken to avoid situa-
tions that can lead to potential battery
discharge and potential no-start con-
ditions 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

Vehicles started with the Remote Engine
Start require the ignition switch to be
placed in the ON position before the shift
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, see “NISSAN In-
telligent Key®” (P. 3-6).

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ENGINE PROTECTION MODE

The engine has an engine protection mode
to reduce the chance of damage if the cool-
ant temperature becomes too high (for ex-
ample, when climbing steep grades in high
temperatures with heavy loads, such as
when towing a trailer). When the engine tem-
perature 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 down-
shift or upshift as it reaches prescribed shift
points. You can also shift manually.

As driving conditions change and engine
coolant temperature is reduced, vehicle
speed can be increased using the accelerator
pedal, and the air conditioning cooling func-
tion 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).

CAUTION

Running the engine with the engine oil
pressure warning light on could cause
serious damage to the engine almost
immediately. Such damage is not cov-
ered by warranty. Turn off the engine as
soon as it is safe to do so.

CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE
TRANSMISSION (CVT)

WARNING

•

Do not depress the accelerator pedal
while shifting from P (Park) or N (Neu-
tral) to R (Reverse), D (Drive), or M
(Manual shift mode). Always depress
the brake pedal until shifting is com-
pleted. Failure to do so could cause
you to lose control and have an
accident.

•

Cold engine idle speed is high, so use
caution when shifting into a forward
or reverse gear before the engine has
warmed up.

•

Do not downshift abruptly on slip-
pery roads. This may cause a loss of
control.

•

Never shift to either the P (Park) or R
(Reverse) position while the vehicle is
moving forward and P (Park) or D
(Drive) position while the vehicle is
reversing. This could cause an acci-
dent or damage the transmission.

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CAUTION

•

To avoid possible damage to your ve-
hicle, when stopping the vehicle on
an uphill grade, do not hold the ve-
hicle by depressing the accelerator
pedal. The foot brake should be used
for this purpose.

•

Except in an emergency, do not shift
to the N (Neutral) position while driv-
ing. Coasting with the transmission
in the N (Neutral) position may cause
serious damage to the transmission.

The CVT in your vehicle is electronically
controlled to produce maximum power
and smooth operation.

The recommended operating procedures
for this transmission are shown on the fol-
lowing pages. Follow these procedures for
maximum vehicle performance and driv-
ing enjoyment.

Engine power may be automatically re-
duced to protect the CVT if the engine
speed increases quickly when driving on
slippery roads or while being tested on
some dynamometers.

Starting the vehicle

1. After starting the engine, fully depress

the foot brake pedal before moving the
shift lever out of the P (Park) position.

This Continuously Variable Transmis-
sion is designed so that the foot brake
pedal must be depressed before shift-
ing from P (Park) to any driving posi-
tion while the ignition switch is in the
ON position.
The shift lever cannot be moved out of
the P (Park) position and into any of
the other positions if the ignition
switch is placed in the LOCK, OFF or
ACC position.

2. Keep the foot brake pedal depressed

and move the shift lever to a driving
position.

3. Release the parking brake and foot

brake pedal, and then gradually start the
vehicle in motion.

WARNING

•

Do not depress the accelerator pedal
while shifting from P (Park) or N (Neu-
tral) to R (Reverse), D (Drive), or M
(Manual shift mode) position. Always
depress the brake pedal until shifting
is completed. Failure to do so could
cause you to lose control and have an
accident.

•

Cold engine idle speed is high, so use
caution when shifting into a forward
or reverse gear before the engine has
warmed up.

•

Do not downshift abruptly on slip-
pery roads. This may cause a loss of
control.

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CAUTION

•

Except in an emergency, do not shift
to the N (Neutral) position while driv-
ing. Coasting with the transmission
in the N (Neutral) position may cause
serious damage to the transmission.

Shifting

To move the shift lever:

: Press the button

while depressing

the brake pedal

: Shift without depressing the brake

pedal

After starting the engine, fully depress the
brake pedal, press the shift lever button
and move the shift lever from the P (Park)
position

any

the

desired

shift

positions.

WARNING

Apply the parking brake if the shift le-
ver is in any position while the engine is
not running. Failure to do so could
cause the vehicle to move unexpect-
edly or roll away and result in serious
personal injury or property damage.

CAUTION

Use the P (Park) or R (Reverse) position
only when the vehicle is completely
stopped.

P (Park)

CAUTION

To prevent transmission damage, use
the P (Park) position only when the ve-
hicle is completely stopped.

Use the P (Park) shift lever position when
the vehicle is parked or when starting the
engine. Make sure the vehicle is completely
stopped.

The brake pedal must be de-

pressed and the shift lever button
pressed in to move the shift lever from N
(Neutral) or any drive position to P (Park).

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Apply the parking brake. When parking on a
hill, apply the parking brake first, then move
the shift lever into the P (Park) position.

R (Reverse)

CAUTION

To prevent transmission damage, use
the R (Reverse) position only when the
vehicle is completely stopped.

Use the R (Reverse) position to back up. Make
sure the vehicle is completely stopped be-
fore selecting the R (Reverse) position.

The

brake pedal must be depressed and the
shift lever button pressed in to move the
shift lever from P (Park), N (Neutral) or any
drive position to R (Reverse).

N (Neutral)

Neither forward nor reverse gear is en-
gaged. The engine can be started in this
position. You may shift to N (Neutral) and
restart a stalled engine while the vehicle is
moving.

D (Drive)

Use this position for all normal forward
driving.

Manual shift mode

When the shift lever is in the manual shift
gate, the transmission is ready for the
manual shift mode. Shift ranges can be
selected manually by moving the shift le-
ver up or down. To cancel manual shift
mode, return the shift lever to the D (Drive)
position. The transmission returns to auto-
matic driving mode.

When the shift lever is moved from D (Drive)
to the manual shift gate with the vehicle
stopped or while driving, the transmission
enters the manual shift mode. Shift ranges
can be selected manually. In the manual

shift mode, the shift range is displayed on
the position indicator in the meter. When
moving the shift lever to the manual shift
gate, the position indicator displays 1 (First)
up to 7 (Seventh) depending on vehicle
speed.

Shift ranges up or down one by one as
follows:

⇔

7 (Seventh)

Use this position for all normal forward
driving at highway speeds.

6 (Sixth) and 5 (Fifth)

Use this position when driving up long
slopes, or for engine braking when driving
down long slopes.

4 (Fourth), 3 (Third) and 2 (Second)

Use these positions for hill climbing or en-
gine braking on downhill grades.

1 (First)

Use this position when climbing steep hills
slowly or when driving slowly, or for maxi-
mum engine braking on steep downhill
grades.
• Remember not to drive at high speeds for

extended periods of time in lower than
seventh gear. This reduces fuel economy.

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When shifting up

Move the shift lever to the + (up) side. (Shifts
to higher range.)

When shifting down

Move the shift lever to the − (down) side.
(Shifts to lower range.)
• The

transmission

will

automatically

downshift the gears. (For example, if you
select the third range, the transmission
will shift down between the third and first
gears.)

• Moving the shift lever rapidly to the same

side

twice

will

shift

the

ranges

succession.

When canceling the manual shift mode

Return the shift lever to the D (Drive) posi-
tion to return the transmission to the nor-
mal driving mode.
•

In the manual shift mode, the trans-
mission may not shift to the selected
gear. This helps maintain driving per-
formance and reduces the chance of
vehicle damage or loss of control.

•

When this situation occurs, the Con-
tinuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
position indicator light will blink and
the chime will sound.

•

In the manual shift mode, the trans-
mission may shift up automatically to a
higher range than selected if the en-
gine speed is too high. When the ve-
hicle speed decreases, the transmis-
sion automatically shifts down and
shifts to first gear before the vehicle
comes to a stop.

• CVT operation is limited to automatic

drive mode when CVT fluid temperature
is extremely low even if manual shift
mode is selected. This is not a malfunc-
tion. When CVT fluid warms up, manual
mode can be selected.

• When the CVT fluid temperature is high,

the shift range may upshift in lower rpm
than usual. This is not a malfunction.

Shift lock release

If the battery charge is low or discharged,
the shift lever may not be moved from the
P (Park) position even with the brake pedal
depressed and the shift lever button
pressed. To move the shift lever, perform
the following procedure:

1. Place the ignition switch in the OFF or

LOCK position.

2. Apply the parking brake.

3. Remove the shift lock release cover us-

ing a suitable tool.

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4. Push down the shift lock release using a

suitable tool.

5. Press the shift lever button and move

the shift lever to the N (Neutral) position
while

holding

down

the

shift

lock

release. The vehicle may be moved to
the desired location. Replace the re-
moved shift lock release cover after the
operation. If the shift 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.

WARNING

If the shift lever cannot be moved from
the P (Park) position while the engine is
running and the brake pedal is de-
pressed, the stop lights may not work.
Malfunctioning stop lights could cause
an

accident

injuring

yourself

and

others.

Accelerator downshift
— in D (Drive) position —

For passing or hill climbing, depress the
accelerator pedal to the floor. This shifts
the transmission down into a lower gear,
depending on the vehicle speed.

High fluid temperature protection
mode

This transmission has a high fluid tem-
perature protection mode. If the fluid tem-
perature becomes too high (for example,
when climbing steep grades in high tem-
peratures with heavy loads, such as when
towing a trailer), engine power and, under
some conditions, vehicle speed will be de-
creased

automatically

reduce

the

chance of transmission damage. Vehicle
speed can be controlled with the accelera-
tor pedal, but the engine and vehicle speed
may be limited.

Fail-safe

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, see “Malfunction Indicator Light
(MIL)” (P. 2-14). This will occur even if all
electrical circuits are functioning prop-
erly. In this case, place the ignition switch
in the OFF position and wait for 10 sec-
onds. Then push the switch back to the
ON position. The vehicle should return to
its normal operating condition. If it does
not return to its normal operating condi-
tion, have the transmission checked and
repaired, if necessary. It is recommended
that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this
service.

WARNING

When the high fluid temperature pro-
tection mode or fail-safe operation oc-
curs, vehicle speed may be gradually
reduced. The reduced speed may be
lower than other traffic, which could in-
crease the chance of a collision. Be es-
pecially careful when driving. If neces-
sary, pull to the side of the road at a safe
place and allow the transmission to
return to normal operation, or have it
repaired if necessary.

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