Nissan Pathfinder (2024 year). Manual in english

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

WARNING

The following actions can increase the
chance of losing control of the vehicle if
there is a sudden loss of tire air pres-
sure. Losing control of the vehicle may
cause a collision and result in personal
injury.

•

The vehicle generally moves or pulls
in the direction of the flat tire.

•

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 blood-
stream reduces coordination, delays
reaction time and impairs judgement.
Driving after drinking alcohol increases
the likelihood of being involved in an
accident injuring yourself and others.
Additionally, if you are injured in an ac-
cident, alcohol can increase the sever-
ity of the injury.

NISSAN is committed to safe driving. How-
ever, you must choose not to drive under
the influence of alcohol. Every year thou-
sands of people are injured or killed in
alcohol-related collisions. Although the lo-

cal laws vary on what is considered to be
legally intoxicated, the fact is that alcohol
affects all people differently and most
people

underestimate

the

effects

alcohol.

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 4-Wheel Drive
(4WD) models for rough road driving and
extrication when stuck in deep snow or
mud, or the like.

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Please observe the following precautions:

WARNING

•

Spinning the front wheels on slippery
surfaces

may

cause

the

4WD

warning message to display and the
4WD system to automatically switch
from the 4WD to the 2WD mode. This
could reduce the traction. Be espe-
cially careful when towing a trailer
(4WD 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.

•

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.

•

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 4WD engaged.

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•

For 4WD 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 4WD
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 4WD
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 system” (P. 5-175).

•

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 “Additional
maintenance items for severe oper-
ating conditions” (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 quick suc-
cession or the ignition switch is pushed
and held for more than 2 seconds.) If
the engine stops while the vehicle 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.

Push the ignition switch center:
• Once to change to ON.
• Two times to change to OFF.

The ignition switch will automatically re-
turn to the LOCK position when any door is
either opened or closed with the switch in
the OFF position.

When the ignition switch cannot be placed
in the OFF position, proceed as follows:

1. Press the park button to shift to the P

(Park) position.

2. Push the ignition switch. The ignition

switch position will change to the ON
position.

3. Push the ignition switch again to the

OFF position.

The shift position can be shifted 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 – 7 inch (18 cm)
Type A” (P. 2-24) or “Vehicle information dis-
play – 12.3 inch (31 cm) Type B” (P. 2-49).

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PUSH-BUTTON IGNITION SWITCH

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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, noises
are present near the operating location,
the Intelligent 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.

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 pushed to the ON position while carrying
the Intelligent Key.

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

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.

The battery saver feature will be canceled if
the engine is started.

CAUTION

Do not leave the vehicle with the igni-
tion switch in the 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. No lights will illuminate on
the ignition switch.

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AUTO ACC:

With the vehicle in the P (Park) position, the
Intelligent Key with you and the ignition
placed from ON to OFF, the radio can still be
used for a period of time, or until the driver’s
door is opened.

After a period of time, functions such as
radio, navigation (if so equipped), and
Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System
may be restarted by turning on the audio
system (see separate NissanConnect®
Owner’s Manual) for up to a total of 30
minutes.

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. Press the park button to shift to 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 igni-
tion switch is pushed without depress-
ing the brake pedal, the ignition switch
position will change to the ON position.

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. 8-25).

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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.

• Lock all doors.
• Position seat and adjust headrests/head

restraints.

• 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 pushed to the
ON position. For additional information,
see “Warning lights, indicator lights and
audible reminders” (P. 2-13).

1. Apply the parking brake.

2. Confirm that the vehicle is in the P (Park)

position.

The Intelligent Key must be carried
when operating the ignition switch.

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
cranking the engine, release the accel-
erator pedal. Crank the engine with

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

STARTING THE ENGINE

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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, press the park but-

ton to shift to 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 (if so
equipped)

Vehicles started with the Remote Engine
Start require the ignition switch to be
placed in the ON position before the shift
position can be shifted from the P (Park)
position. 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® system” (P. 3-7).

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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
downshift or upshift as it reaches pre-
scribed shift points. You can also shift
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. 2-21).

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. 6-13).

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.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (A/T)

WARNING

•

Do not depress the accelerator pedal
while shifting from P (Park) or N (Neu-
tral) to R (Reverse), D (Drive), or M
(Manual) range. 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.

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•

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.

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.

•

WARM UP THE ENGINE – Due to the
higher idle speeds, the engine is cold.
Extra caution must be exercised
when shifting the shift lever into a
driving position immediately after
starting the engine.

The A/T in your vehicle is electronically con-
trolled 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 A/T 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 position out of the P (Park) position.

This Automatic Transmission is de-
signed so that the foot brake pedal
must be depressed before shifting
from P (Park) to any driving position
while the ignition switch is in the ON
position.
The shift position cannot be shifted
out of the P (Park) position and into
any of the other positions if the engine
is not running.

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) range. 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.

•

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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.

•

WARM UP THE ENGINE – Due to the
higher idle speeds, the engine is cold.
Extra caution must be exercised
when shifting the shift lever into a
driving position immediately after
starting the engine.

Shifting

Home position (central position)

Press the button

to shift

Shift without pressing the button

How to shift to each position

The ignition switch must be in the ON po-
sition and the brake must be depressed.
•

Shift to PARK

Press the park button

•

Shift to REVERSE

1. Press the shift lever button

2. Move the shift lever from the home

position to the R (Reverse) position

•

Shift to NEUTRAL

–– From P (Park) and D (Drive)

Without pressing the shift lever button,
push the shift lever forward (1 notch)
from the home position and hold 0.5
seconds.

–– From P (Park) and R (Reverse)

Without pressing the shift lever button,
pull the shift lever backward (1 notch)
from the home position and hold 0.5
seconds.

•

Shift to DRIVE

Pull the shift lever from the home posi-
tion to D (Drive) position

Confirm that the vehicle is in the desired
shift position by checking the shift indica-
tor located on the shift lever or in the ve-
hicle information display.

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WARNING

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

CAUTION

•

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

•

When switching to the desired shift
position by operating the shift lever,
check that the shift lever returns to
the home position by releasing your
hand from the lever. Holding the shift
lever in a mid-way position may also
damage the shift control system.

•

Do not operate the shift lever while
the accelerator pedal is depressed.
This may cause a sudden start which
could result in an accident.

•

The following operations are not
allowed

because

excessive

force

would be applied to the transmission
and this may result in damage to the
vehicle:

–

Moving the shift lever to the R
(Reverse) position when driving
forward

–

Moving the shift lever to the D
(Drive) position when reversing

If these operations are attempted, a
chime sounds and the vehicle shifts to
the N (Neutral) position.

If the vehicle is moving over 5 mph (8
km/h) when shifting to D (Drive) from R
(Reverse), the N (Neutral) position will
automatically be selected. A buzzer will
sound, noting that D (Drive) was not se-
lected. When selecting D (Drive) while
reversing below 5 mph (8 km/h) the
range will change normally.

P (Park)

CAUTION

•

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

•

Do not slide the shift lever while
pressing the park button. This may
damage the shift control system.

Use the P (Park) position when the vehicle is
parked or when starting the engine. Make
sure the vehicle is completely stopped be-
fore pressing the park button to engage
the P (Park) position. For maximum safety,
the brake pedal must be depressed before
engaging the P (Park) position. Use this po-
sition together with the electronic parking
brake. When parking on a hill, first depress
the brake pedal, apply the electronic park-
ing brake and then engage the P (Park)
position. The parking lock should not be
used as a brake when parking. In order to
secure the vehicle, always apply the elec-
tronic parking brake in addition to the park-
ing lock.

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In the event of a malfunction of the vehi-
cle’s electronics, the transmission may lock
in the P (Park) position. Have the vehicle’s
electronics checked immediately. It is rec-
ommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer
for this service.

The P (Park) position is automatically en-
gaged if:
• You place the ignition switch in the OFF

position

• You unfasten the driver’s seat belt and

open the driver side door when the ve-
hicle is stationary or driving at very low
speed and the transmission is in the D
(Drive) position, the N (Neutral) position,
the R (Reverse) position or M (Manual)
mode with your foot off the brake.

CAUTION

To avoid A/T malfunction, you must
manually place the shift position in the
P (Park) position under the above
conditions.

R (Reverse)

CAUTION

•

To prevent transmission damage,
use the R (Reverse) position only
when

the

vehicle

completely

stopped and the brake is pressed.

Use the R (Reverse) position to back up.
Make

sure

the

vehicle

completely

stopped before selecting the R (Reverse)
position.

The brake pedal must be de-

pressed and the shift lever button
pressed to move the shift lever from the
home position to R (Reverse). If the ve-
hicle is placed in R (Reverse) position
while the vehicle is moving forward, the
chime will sound and the vehicle will
switch into the N (Neutral) position.

NOTE:

If the vehicle is moving over 5 mph (8
km/h ), when shifting to D (Drive) from R
(Reverse), the N (Neutral) position will au-
tomatically be selected. A buzzer will
sound, noting that D (Drive) was not se-
lected. When selecting D (Drive) while re-
versing below 5 mph (8 km/h), the range
will change normally.

N (Neutral)

Neither forward nor reverse gear is engaged
when the vehicle is completely stopped, and
the brake is pressed. The engine can be
started in this position. You may shift to the N
(Neutral) position and restart a stalled en-
gine while the vehicle is moving.

You can select this position by holding the
shift lever at this position for 0.5 seconds.

D (Drive)

Use this position for all normal forward driv-
ing when the vehicle is completely stopped,
and the brake is pressed. The A/T changes
gears automatically. All forward gears are
available.

If the vehicle is placed in the D

(Drive) position while the vehicle is revers-
ing, the chime will sound and the vehicle
will switch into the N (Neutral) position.

NOTE:

If the vehicle is moving over 5 mph
(8 km/h) when shifting to D (Drive) from
R (Reverse), the N (Neutral) position will
automatically be selected. A buzzer will
sound, noting that D (Drive) was not se-
lected. When selecting D (Drive) while re-
versing below 5 mph (8 km/h), the range
will change normally.

5-22

Starting and driving

Neutral hold mode function (if so
equipped)

This function enables you to get out of the
vehicle when it is in the N (Neutral) position,
while the engine is running. While this func-
tion is activated, the vehicle can be moved
by pushing with hand (when car washing).
When using this function, release the elec-
tronic parking brake.

WARNING

•

Use this function on a level surface
only. Failure to do so may cause the
vehicle to move accidentally and
could result in a collision or serious
personal injury.

•

Do not use this function for a purpose
other than car washing.

•

Do not turn the engine off after neu-
tral hold mode function is activated,
otherwise the N (Neutral) position
will not be kept and the vehicle will
automatically be placed in the P
(Park) position.

•

If this function is not activated re-
gardless of proper operation, trans-
mission may malfunction. It is rec-
ommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.

To activate the Neutral hold mode, perform
the following operations:

1. Push the ignition switch to start the

engine.

2. Release the electronic parking brake.

3. Depress and hold the brake pedal.

4. Press the P (Park) button.

5. Slide the shift lever to the N (Neutral)

position, and hold it for 0.5 second until
“N” appears in the vehicle information
display.

6. Slide the shift lever to the N (Neutral)

position again, and hold it for 0.5 sec-
onds, until a message “Neutral Hold
Mode has been activated” appears in
the vehicle information display. For addi-
tional information, see “Neutral Hold
Mode activated” (P. 2-42) or (P. 2-70).

7. The ignition switch has to be kept in the

ON position. Otherwise Neutral hold
mode is canceled and the P (Park) posi-
tion is engaged automatically.

To exit the Neutral hold mode, place the
shift lever in any position other than the N
(Neutral) position.

NOTE:

•

It is necessary to perform the steps 4
through 6 within approximately 5 sec-
onds to prevent incorrect operation.

•

When the shifter is changed to the N
(Neutral)

position,

approximately

seconds later, a message will appear in
the vehicle information display. For ad-
ditional information, see “Neutral Hold
Mode guidance” (P. 2-42) or (P. 2-71).

•

If the Neutral hold mode is unavailable,
a message will appear in the vehicle
information display. For additional in-
formation, see “Neutral Hold Mode was
not activated” (P. 2-42) or (P. 2-71). To
activate the Neutral hold mode, wait
for a while without shifting operation
and

then

perform

the

operations

again.

Starting and driving

5-23

Manual shift mode

When the shift lever is moved to the D
(Drive) position again with the vehicle in the
D (Drive) position while driving, the trans-
mission enters the manual shift mode.
Shift range can be selected manually by
using the paddle shifters on the steering
wheel.

When shifting up, pull the right-side paddle
shifter (+)

. The transmission shifts to the

higher range.

When shifting down, pull the left-side
paddle shifter (−)

. The transmission

shifts to the lower range.

When canceling the manual shift mode,
move the shift lever to the D (Drive) position
again. The transmission returns to the nor-
mal driving mode.

When you pull the paddle shifter while in
the D (Drive) position, the transmission will
shift to the upper or lower range temporar-
ily. The transmission will automatically re-
turn to the D (Drive) position after a short
period of time. If you want to return to the D
(Drive) position manually, pull and hold the
paddle shifter for about 1.5 seconds.

In the manual shift mode, the shift range is
displayed

the

vehicle

information

display.

Shift ranges up or down one by one as
follows:

⇔

9M (9th) and 8M (8th)

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

7M (7th), 6M (6th) and 5M (5th)

Use these positions when driving up long
slopes, or for engine braking when driving
down long slopes.

4M (4th), 3M (3rd) and 2M (2nd)

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

1M (1st)

Use this position when climbing steep hills
slowly or driving slowly through deep snow,
or for maximum engine braking on steep
downhill grades.
• Remember not to drive at high speeds for

extended periods of time in lower than
the 8th range. This reduces fuel economy.

• Pulling the same paddle shifter twice will

shift the ranges in succession. However, if
this motion is rapidly done, the second
shifting may not be completed properly.

•

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.

•

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 1st gear before the vehicle
comes to a stop.

LSD4194

5-24

Starting and driving

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

When the fail-safe operation occurs, please
note that the transmission will be locked in
any of the forward gears according to the
condition.

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. 2-21). 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, (the MIL may be illuminated even
when the vehicle has returned to its nor-
mal operating condition), it is recom-
mended 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.

Starting and driving

5-25

WARNING

•

Be sure the parking brake is fully re-
leased before driving. Failure to do so
can cause brake failure and lead to
an accident.

•

Do not release the parking brake
from outside the vehicle.

•

Do not use the shift lever in place of
the parking brake. When parking,
be sure the parking brake is fully
engaged.

•

To help avoid risk of injury or death
through unintended operation of the
vehicle and/or its systems, do not
leave children, people who require
the assistance of others or pets unat-
tended in your vehicle. Additionally,
the temperature inside a closed ve-
hicle on a warm day can quickly be-
come high enough to cause a signifi-
cant risk of injury or death to people
and pets.

ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE
(switch type)

The electronic parking brake can be ap-
plied or released by operating the parking
brake switch.

WARNING

•

Before leaving the vehicle, move the
shift position to the P (Park) position
and check that the electronic parking
brake warning light is illuminated to
confirm that the electronic parking
brake is applied. The electronic park-
ing brake warning light will remain
on for a period of time after the driv-
er’s door is locked.

CAUTION

When parking in an area where the out-
side temperature is below 32°F (0°C),
the parking brake, if applied, may
freeze in place and may be difficult to
release.

For safe parking, it is recommended
that you place the shift lever in the P
(Park) position and securely block the
wheels.

LSD4139

PARKING BRAKE

5-26

Starting and driving

NOTE:
• To keep the electronic parking brake

released after the engine is turned off,
place the ignition switch in the OFF po-
sition, depress the brake pedal and
push down the parking brake switch
before opening the driver’s door.

• If a malfunction occurs in the elec-

tronic parking brake system (for ex-
ample, due to battery discharge), it is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer.

• Under the following conditions the

electronic parking brake will automati-
cally be applied and the braking force
of the automatic brake hold will be
released:

– The braking force is applied by the

automatic brake hold function for 3
minutes or longer.

– The vehicle is in the P (Park) position.
– The electronic parking brake is ap-

plied manually.

– The driver’s seat belt is unfastened.
– The driver’s door is opened.
– The ignition switch is placed in the

OFF position.

– A malfunction occurs in the auto-

matic brake hold function.

Manual operation

To apply:

Pull the switch up

. The indica-

tor light

will illuminate.

To release:

With the ignition switch in the

ON position, depress the brake pedal and
push the switch down

. The indicator

light

will turn off.

Before driving, check that the electronic
parking brake indicator light (

or PARK)

goes out. For additional information, see
“Warning lights, indicator lights and audible
reminders” (P. 2-13).

NOTE:
• While the electronic parking brake is

applied

released,

operating

sound is heard from the lower side of
the rear seat. This is normal and does
not indicate a malfunction.

• When the electronic parking brake is

frequently applied and released in a
short period of time, the parking brake
may not operate in order to prevent the
parking brake system from overheat-
ing. If this occurs, operate the elec-
tronic parking brake switch again after
waiting approximately 1 minute.

• If the electronic parking brake must be

applied while driving in an emergency,
pull up and hold the parking brake
switch. When you release the parking
brake switch, the parking brake will be
released.

• While pulling up the electronic parking

brake switch during driving, the park-
ing brake is applied and a chime
sounds. The electronic parking brake
indicator light in the meter and in the
parking brake switch illuminates. This
does not indicate a malfunction. The
electronic parking brake indicator light
in the meter and in the parking brake
switch turns off when the parking
brake is released.

• When pulling the electronic parking

brake switch up with the ignition
switch in the OFF or AUTO ACC position,
the parking brake switch indicator
light will continue to illuminate for a
short period of time.

Starting and driving

5-27

The automatic brake hold function main-
tains the braking force without the driver
having to depress the brake pedal when
the vehicle is stopped at a traffic light or
intersection. As soon as the driver de-
presses the accelerator pedal again, the
automatic brake hold function is deacti-
vated and the braking force is released. The
operating status of the automatic brake
hold can be displayed.

To use the automatic brake hold function,
the following conditions need to be met:
• The driver’s seat belt is fastened.
• The electronic parking brake is released.
• The vehicle is not in the P (Park) position.
• The vehicle is not stopped on a steep hill.

For additional information, see “Warning
lights, indicator lights and audible remind-
ers” (P. 2-13).

WARNING

•

The automatic brake hold function is
not designed to hold the vehicle on a
steep hill or slippery road. Never use
the automatic brake hold when the
vehicle is stopped on a steep hill or
slippery road. Failure to do so may
cause the vehicle to move.

•

The automatic brake hold warning
may appear in the vehicle informa-
tion display to request that the driver
retake control by depressing the
brake pedal.

•

When the automatic brake hold func-
tion is activated but fails to maintain
the vehicle at a standstill, depress the
brake pedal to stop the vehicle. If the
vehicle unexpectedly moves due to
outside conditions, the chime may
sound and automatic brake hold
warning may appear in the vehicle
information display.

•

Be sure to deactivate the automatic
brake hold function when using a car
wash or towing your vehicle.

•

Make sure to engage the P (Park) po-
sition and apply the parking brake
when parking your vehicle, entering
or exiting the vehicle, or loading or
unloading luggage. Failure to do so
could cause the vehicle to move or
roll away unexpectedly and result in
serious personal injury or property
damage.

•

If any of the following conditions
occur, the automatic brake hold
function may not function. Have the
system checked promptly. It is rec-
ommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service. Failure to op-
erate the vehicle in accordance with
these conditions could cause the ve-
hicle to move or roll away unexpect-
edly and result in serious personal in-
jury or property damage.

–

A warning message appears in the

vehicle information display.

–

The indicator light on the auto-

matic brake hold switch does not
illuminate when the switch is
pushed.

•

The automatic brake hold function
will not be activated if the Slip indica-
tor light, Electronic parking brake
warning

light,

Electronic

parking

brake

indicator

light

master

warning light illuminates and the
Chassis

Control

System

Error

warning message appears.

AUTOMATIC BRAKE HOLD

5-28

Starting and driving

•

Automatic brake hold function is op-
erated by applying sufficient braking
force to hold the vehicle in its place,
so there are cases when this hold
function is maintained even if the ac-
celerator pedal is depressed. In this
situation, it is advised to depress the
brake pedal first, then to turn off au-
tomatic brake hold switch. This will
cancel the hold function.

•

To maintain the braking force to keep
the vehicle to a standstill, a noise
may be heard. This is not a malfunc-
tion.

HOW TO ACTIVATE/DEACTIVATE
THE AUTOMATIC BRAKE HOLD
FUNCTION

How to activate the automatic
brake hold function

1. With the ignition switch in the ON position,

push the automatic brake hold switch

The indicator light on the automatic brake
hold switch

illuminates.

2. When the automatic brake hold function

goes into standby, the automatic brake
hold indicator light (white) illuminates.

NOTE:

The automatic brake hold function re-
tains the last state until the driver
changes the option even if the ignition
switch is OFF.

How to deactivate the automatic
brake hold function

While the automatic brake hold function is
activated, push the automatic brake hold
switch to turn off the automatic brake hold
indicator light and deactivate the auto-
matic brake hold function. To deactivate
the automatic brake hold function while
the brake force has been maintained by
the automatic brake hold function, depress
the brake pedal and push the automatic
brake hold switch.

LSD4140

Starting and driving

5-29

WARNING

Make sure to firmly depress and hold
the brake pedal when turning off the
automatic brake hold function while
the brake force is applied. When the au-
tomatic brake hold function is deacti-
vated, the brake force will be released.
This could cause the vehicle to move or
roll away unexpectedly. Failure to pre-
vent the vehicle from rolling may result
in serious personal injury or property
damage.

HOW TO USE THE AUTOMATIC
BRAKE HOLD FUNCTION

For additional information on using the au-
tomatic brake hold function, refer to the
instructions outlined in this section.

To maintain braking force
automatically

With the automatic brake hold function ac-
tivated and the automatic brake hold indi-
cator light (white) illuminated, depress the
braking pedal to stop the vehicle, and the
automatic brake hold indicator (green) illu-
minates. The brake force is automatically
applied without your foot depressed on the
brake pedal. While the brake force is main-

tained, the automatic brake hold indicator
light (green) illuminates.

The automatic brake hold indicator light
(green) will not illuminate if the brake pedal
is not depressed with sufficient force to
hold the vehicle or is released too quickly
when the vehicle is stopped.

Confirm the automatic brake hold indica-
tor (green) is illuminated before removing
your foot from the brake pedal.

To start the vehicle from a
standstill

With the vehicle not in the P (Park) or the N
(Neutral) position, depress the accelerator
pedal while the brake force is maintained.
The brake force will automatically be re-
leased to restart the vehicle.

The automatic brake hold indicator light
(white) illuminates and the automatic
brake hold returns to standby.

Parking

When the vehicle is in the P (Park) position
with the brake force maintained by the au-
tomatic brake hold function, the parking
brake will automatically be applied and the
brake force of the automatic brake hold will
be released. The automatic brake hold in-

dicator light turns off. When the parking
brake is applied with the brake force main-
tained by the automatic brake hold func-
tion, the brake force of the automatic brake
hold will be released. The automatic brake
hold indicator light turns off.

NOTE:
• When the vehicle stops, but the brake

force is not automatically applied, de-
press the brake pedal firmly until the
automatic brake hold indicator light
(green) illuminates.

• Under the following conditions the

electronic parking brake will automati-
cally be applied and the braking force
of the automatic brake hold will be re-
leased. The automatic brake hold indi-
cator light turns off.

– The braking force is applied by the

automatic brake hold function for 3
minutes or longer.

– The vehicle is in the P (Park) position.
– The electronic parking brake is ap-

plied manually.

– The driver’s seat belt is unfastened.
– The driver’s door is opened.
– The ignition switch is placed in the

OFF position.

– A malfunction occurs in the auto-

matic brake hold function.

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Starting and driving

When the vehicle stops on a slope, depress
the brake pedal firmly until the automatic
brake hold indicator light (green) illumi-
nates.

Multiple driving modes can be selected by
using the Drive Mode Selector.

2WD:

TOW, SPORT, STANDARD, ECO, and

SNOW

To change the mode, push the Drive Mode
Selector up or down.

4WD:

SAND, MUD/RUT, SNOW, AUTO, ECO,

SPORT, and TOW

To change the mode, turn the Drive Mode
Selector right or left.

LSD4814

Drive Mode Selector (2WD models)

LSD4815

Drive Mode Selector (4WD models)

DRIVE MODE SELECTOR

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5-31

NOTE:

When the Drive Mode Selector selects a
mode, the mode may not switch imme-
diately. This is not a malfunction.

The current mode is displayed in the ve-
hicle information display. The mode list will
appear in the vehicle information display
and you can select the mode.

NOTE:

The mode list will be turned off in ap-
proximately 5 seconds after the mode is
selected.
You can also clear the message by push-
ing the scroll dial on the steering wheel
mounted controls.

If the driving mode cannot be switched us-
ing the Drive Mode Selector when the igni-
tion switch is in the ON position, have the
system checked. It is recommended you
visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

NOTE:

The

STANDARD

(2WD

models)/AUTO

(4WD models) MODE will be selected first
each time the ignition switch is placed in
the ON position.

WARNING

•

Do not stare at the Drive Mode Selec-
tor or the display while driving so
that full attention may be given to
vehicle operation.

•

Avoid abrupt acceleration, steering
or sudden braking especially on slip-
pery roads. Otherwise tire slip, skid or
tail-swing occurs; this may cause an
accident.

STANDARD MODE (2WD
models)/AUTO MODE (4WD
models)

This is the standard mode that is most
suitable for normal driving.

SPORT MODE

• Adjusts the engine points for a higher

response.

• The setting of the steering system is ad-

justed to moderately increase steering
wheel effort for a sporty feel.

NOTE:

In the SPORT mode, fuel economy may
be reduced.

SNOW MODE

This mode makes it easier to start and
drive on snowy roads and frozen roads.

CAUTION

Never drive on dry, hard surface roads
in the SNOW mode, as this will overload
the powertrain and may cause a seri-
ous malfunction. Additionally, this will
cause premature tire wear and reduced
fuel economy.

When the SNOW mode is selected, small
vibration in cornering may occur. This is not
a malfunction.

TOW MODE

The mode controls the shifting points to
facilitate the acceleration or deceleration
while towing.

TOW mode is available regardless of the
availability of the tow bar.

The Idling Stop System is disabled when
the vehicle is in TOW mode.

MUD/RUT MODE (4WD models)

This mode allows for easier driving or start-
ing on a bumpy road surface such as an
uneven dirt road or a steep uphill slope.

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Starting and driving

CAUTION

Never drive on dry, hard surface roads
in the MUD/RUT mode, as this will over-
load the powertrain and may cause a
serious malfunction. Additionally, this
will cause premature tire wear and re-
duced fuel economy.

NOTE:

When the MUD/RUT mode is selected,
small tight-corner braking phenomenon
or small vibration in cornering may oc-
cur. This is not a malfunction

SAND MODE (4WD models)

This mode allows for easier driving or start-
ing on sand.

CAUTION

Never drive on dry, hard surface roads
in the SAND mode, as this will overload
the powertrain and may cause a seri-
ous malfunction. Additionally, this will
cause premature tire wear and reduced
fuel economy.

NOTE:

When the SAND mode is selected, small
tight-corner braking phenomenon or
small vibration in cornering may occur.
This is not a malfunction

ECO MODE

Assists the driver’s ECO-driving. The engine
points are adjusted for improved fuel
economy, providing such driving features
as smooth starting or constant cruising.

NOTE:
• Selecting the ECO mode will not necessar-

ily improve fuel economy as many driving
factors influence its effectiveness.

• It is recommended to select other than

ECO mode when acceleration is re-
quired such as when:

– Driving with a heavy load of passen-

gers or cargo in the vehicle.

– Driving on a steep uphill slope.

Operation

Select the ECO mode using the Drive Mode
Selector. The ECO indicator illuminates.

When the accelerator pedal is depressed
within the range of economy drive, the ECO
drive indicator illuminates in green. When

the accelerator pedal is depressed above
the range of economy drive, the ECO drive
indicator turns off.

The ECO drive indicator will not illuminate
in the following cases:
• When the shift lever is in the R (Reverse)

position.

• When the vehicle speed is below 2 mph

(3.2 km/h) or over 90 mph (144 km/h).

• When the Cruise Control (if so equipped)

or Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system
(if so equipped) is operated.

ECO Customize

The “ECO Customize” is a function that can
change the priority from the Cruise Control
(if so equipped) or Intelligent Cruise Control
(ICC) (if so equipped) to fuel efficiency im-
provements. It can be set when the ECO
mode is selected. To activate or deactivate
this function, see “ECO Mode Setting”
(P. 2-32) or (P. 2-59).
• Cruise Control

When the setting is ON, the fuel efficiency
while cruising will be improved by lower-
ing acceleration target from normal
(setting OFF) mode.

Starting and driving

5-33

NOTE:

When the vehicle speed is reduced (for
example, when the vehicle is driven on
an uphill road from a flat road), it will take
more time to return to the previously set
speed than normal mode.

Tire Pres ECO advice

The “Tire Pres ECO advice” is a function to
show ECO advice information in the vehicle
information display when low tire pressure
is detected. To activate or deactivate this
function, see “ECO Mode Setting” (P. 2-32) or
(P. 2-59).

When the setting is on, the ECO Drive Re-
port display shows “See Tire Pressures”. You
can switch the display to the Tire Pressures
display by selecting it in the vehicle infor-
mation display.

Eco Drive Report (if so equipped)

When the ignition switch is in the OFF posi-
tion,

the

ECO

management

display

appears.

䊊

Previous 5 times (History)

䊊

Current fuel economy

䊊

Best fuel economy

The result of ECO evaluation is displayed 30
seconds after the ignition switch is placed
in the ON position and the vehicle is driven
at least 1/3 miles (500 meters).

䊊

The average fuel economy for the pre-
vious 5 times will be displayed.

䊊

The average fuel economy since the
last reset will be displayed.

䊊

The best fuel economy of the past his-
tory will be displayed.

The ECO Drive Report can be set to be ON
or OFF.

LIC5112

5-34

Starting and driving

The TSR system provides the driver with
information about the most recently de-
tected speed limit. The system captures
the road sign information with the multi-
sensing front camera unit

located on

the windshield in front of the inside rear-
view mirror and displays the detected
signs in the vehicle information display. For
vehicles equipped with a navigation sys-
tem, the speed limit displayed is based on a
combination of navigation system data
and live camera recognition. TSR informa-
tion is always displayed at the top of the

vehicle information display, and optionally
in the main central area of the display
screen.

WARNING

The TSR system is only intended to be a
support device to help provide the
driver with information. It is not a re-
placement for the driver’s attention to
traffic conditions or responsibility to
drive safely. It cannot prevent acci-
dents due to carelessness. It is the driv-
er’s responsibility to stay alert and
drive safely at all times.

SYSTEM OPERATION

The Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR) system
displays the following types of road signs:

LSD4143

LSD4255

TRAFFIC SIGN RECOGNITION (TSR) (if
so equipped)

Starting and driving

5-35

CAUTION

•

The TSR system is intended as an aid
to careful driving. It is the driver’s re-
sponsibility to stay alert, drive safely,
and observe all road regulations that
currently apply, including looking out
for road signs.

•

The TSR system may not function prop-
erly under the following conditions:

–

When the road sign is not clearly
visible, for example, due to dam-
age or weather conditions.

–

When rain, snow or dirt adheres to
the windshield in front of the
multi-sensing camera unit.

–

When

the

headlights

are

not

bright, for example, due to dirt on
the lens or if the aiming is not ad-
justed properly.

–

When strong light enters the cam-
era unit. (For example, the light di-
rectly shines on the front of the
vehicle at sunrise or sunset.)

–

When a sudden change in bright-
ness occurs. (For example, when
the vehicle enters or exits a tunnel
or under a bridge.)

–

If there are deviations in relation
to the navigation, for example due
to changes in the road routing.

–

When overtaking buses or trucks
with speed stickers.

TURNING THE TRAFFIC SIGN
RECOGNITION (TSR) SYSTEM ON
AND OFF

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Perform the following steps to enable or
disable the TSR system.

1. Press the

button until “Settings” dis-

plays in the vehicle information display.
Use the scroll dial to select “Driver Assis-
tance.” Then press the OK button.

2. Select “Speed Limit Sign” and press the

OK button to turn the system on or off.

SYSTEM TEMPORARILY
UNAVAILABLE

If the vehicle is parked in direct sunlight
under high temperature conditions (over
approximately

104°F

[40°C])

and

then

started, the TSR system may be deacti-
vated automatically. The “Unavailable: High
Cabin Temperature” warning message will
appear in the vehicle information display.

Action to take:

When the interior temperature is reduced,
the TSR system will resume operating
automatically.

SYSTEM MALFUNCTION

If the TSR system malfunctions, it will be
turned off automatically and the system
“Malfunction” warning message will appear
in the vehicle information display.

Action to take:

the

TSR

“Malfunction:

See

Owner’s

Manual” message appears, pull off the road
at a safe location and stop the vehicle. Turn
the engine off and restart the engine. If the
TSR “Malfunction: See Owner’s Manual”
message continues to appear, have the
system checked. It is recommended that
you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

The TSR system uses the same multi-
sensing front camera unit that is used by
the Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system,
located in front of the interior rearview mir-
ror. For additional information, see ”System
maintenance” (P. 5-44).

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WARNING

Failure to follow the warnings and in-
structions for proper use of the LDW
system could result in serious injury or
death.

•

This system is only a warning device
to inform the driver of a potential un-
intended lane departure. It will not
steer the vehicle or prevent loss of
control. It is the driver’s responsibility
to stay alert, drive safely, keep the
vehicle in the traveling lane, and be in
control of the vehicle at all times.

The LDW system will operate when the ve-
hicle is driven at speeds of approximately
37 mph (60 km/h) and above, and only
when the lane markings are clearly visible
on the road.

The LDW system monitors the lane mark-
ers on the traveling lane using the camera
unit

located above the inside mirror.

The LDW system warns the driver that the
vehicle is beginning to leave the driving
lane with an indicator and a steering wheel
vibration. For additional information, see
“LDW system operation” (P. 5-39).

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HOW TO ENABLE/DISABLE THE
LDW SYSTEM

Perform the following steps to enable or
disable the LDW system.

1. Press the

button until “Settings” dis-

plays in the vehicle information display.
Use the scroll dial to select “Driver Assis-
tance.” Then press the OK button.

2. Select “Lane Assist” and press the OK

button.

3. Select “Warning” and press the OK but-

ton to turn the system on or off.

NOTE:

If you disable the LDW system, the sys-
tem will remain disabled the next time
you start the engine.

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Starting and driving

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