Nissan Sentra (2024 year). Manual in english

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).

Apply the parking brake. When parking on a
hill, apply the parking brake first, then place
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

completely

stopped before selecting the R (Reverse)
position.

The brake pedal must be de-

pressed 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.

L (Low) (if so equipped)

Use this position for maximum engine
braking

steep

downhill

gradients/

climbing steep slopes and whenever ap-
proaching sharp bends. Do not use the L
(Low) position in any other circumstances.

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.

It will be necessary to jump start or have
your battery charged. For additional infor-
mation, see “Jump starting” (P. 6-9). It is rec-
ommended that you contact a NISSAN
dealer or a professional towing service.

LSD3739

5-18

Starting and driving

To move the shift lever, complete the fol-
lowing procedure:

1. Push the ignition switch to the LOCK

position.

2. Apply the parking brake.

3. Using a protective cloth on the tip of a 3

mm screwdriver, remove the shift lock
release cover.

• If available, a plastic trim tool can also

be used.

4. Insert the small screwdriver in the shift

lock release slot and push down.

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

position while holding down the shift
lock release.

6. Push the ignition switch to the ON posi-

tion to unlock the steering wheel. Now
the vehicle may be moved to the desired
location.

If the shift lever cannot be moved out of P
(Park), have the transmission 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.

Drive sport mode switch

To select the drive sport mode, push the
drive sport mode switch with the shift lever
in the D (Drive) position.

The drive sport mode indicator in the ve-
hicle information display illuminates next
to the Transmission Shift Position indicator.
To turn off the drive sport mode, push the
drive sport mode switch again. The drive
sport mode indicator will turn off. When the
shift lever is shifted to any position other
than D (Drive), the drive sport mode will be
automatically turned off.

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5-19

OFF position:

For normal driving and fuel economy, use
the OFF position.

ON position:

For driving up or down long slopes where
engine braking is necessary, or for powerful
acceleration, use the ON position. The
transmission will automatically select a dif-
ferent gear ratio, allowing the engine to
provide high output.

Remember not to drive at high speeds for
extended periods of time with the drive
sport mode in the ON position. This re-
duces fuel economy.

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. 2-10). 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 re-
turn to normal operation, or have it re-
paired if necessary.

MANUAL TRANSMISSION (if so
equipped)

WARNING

•

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

•

Do not over-rev the engine when
shifting to a lower gear. This may
cause a loss of control or engine
damage.

•

Do not shift to the N (Neutral) posi-
tion while driving. Doing so may re-
sult in an accident due to loss of en-
gine braking.

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Starting and driving

CAUTION

•

Do not rest your foot on the clutch
pedal while driving. This may cause
clutch damage.

•

Fully depress the clutch pedal before
shifting to help prevent transmission
damage.

•

Stop your vehicle completely before
shifting into R (Reverse).

•

When the vehicle is stopped with the
engine running (for example, at a
stop light), shift to N (Neutral) and re-
lease the clutch pedal with the foot
brake applied.

•

Do not shift to the N (Neutral) posi-
tion while driving. Doing so may re-
sult in an accident due to loss of en-
gine braking.

Shifting

To change gears or when upshifting or
downshifting, depress the clutch pedal
fully, shift into the appropriate gear, then
release the clutch slowly and smoothly.

To ensure smooth gear changes, fully de-
press the clutch pedal before operating the
shift lever. If the clutch pedal is not fully
depressed before the transmission is
shifted, a gear noise may be heard. Trans-
mission damage may occur.

Start the vehicle in 1st gear and shift to 2nd,
3rd, 4th and 5th up to 6th gear in sequence
according to vehicle speed.

To back up, lift up on the shift lever ring

and then move it to the R (Reverse) position
after stopping the vehicle completely.

The shift lever ring

returns to its original

position when the shift lever is moved to
the N (Neutral) position.

If it is difficult to move the shift lever into R
(Reverse) or 1 (1st), shift into N (Neutral), then
release the clutch pedal. Depress the
clutch pedal again and shift into R (Re-
verse) or 1 (1st).

Suggested up-shift speeds

The

following

are

suggested

vehicle

speeds for shifting into a higher gear.
These suggestions relate to fuel economy
and vehicle performance. Actual upshift
speeds will vary according to road condi-
tions, the weather and individual driving
habits.

2.0L 4 cylinder (MR20DD engine models)
(6 M/T)

GEAR Change

mph (km/h)

1st to 2nd

9 (14)

2nd to 3rd

14 (22)

3rd to 4th

19 (31)

4th to 5th

26 (42)

5th to 6th

30 (48)

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5-21

Suggested maximum speed in
each gear

Downshift to a lower gear if the engine is
not running smoothly or if you need to
accelerate.

Do not exceed the maximum suggested
speed (shown below) in any gear. For level
road driving, use the highest gear sug-
gested for that speed. Always observe
posted speed limits, and drive according to
the road conditions, which will ensure safe
operation. Do not over-rev the engine
when shifting to a lower gear as it may
cause engine damage or loss of vehicle
control.

2.0L 4 cylinder (MR20DD engine models)
(6 M/T)

GEAR

mph (km/h)

1st

30 (48)

2nd

52 (83)

3rd

76 (122)

4th

103 (166)

5th

—

6th

—

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

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.

HAND TYPE (if so equipped)

To engage:

Pull the lever up

To release:

1. Firmly apply the foot brake.

Manual transmission models:

Place the shift lever in the N (Neutral)
position.

Continuously Variable Transmission
models:

Move the shift lever to the P (Park)
position.

LSD2197

PARKING BRAKE

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Starting and driving

3. While pulling up on the parking brake

lever slightly, press the button and lower
completely

4. Before

driving,

sure

the

brake

warning light goes out.

PEDAL TYPE (if so equipped)

To engage:

Firmly depress the parking

brake.

To release:

1. Firmly apply the foot brake.

2. Move the shift lever to the P (Park)

position.

3. Firmly depress the parking brake pedal

and it will release.

4. Before

driving,

sure

the

brake

warning light goes out.

The ECO mode helps to enhance the fuel
economy by controlling the throttle sensi-
tivity and transmission points.

To turn on the ECO mode, push the ECO
mode switch. The ECO mode indicator light
(on the meter or vehicle information dis-
play) will remain lit while the mode is active.

To turn off the ECO mode, push the ECO
mode switch again. The ECO mode indica-
tor light (on the meter or vehicle informa-
tion display) will turn off.

LSD0158

LSD3737

ECO MODE SWITCH

Starting and driving

5-23

The ECO mode cannot be turned off while
the accelerator pedal is depressed, even if
the ECO mode switch is pushed off. Release
the accelerator pedal to turn off the ECO
mode.

The ECO mode will turn off automatically if
a malfunction occurs in the system.

Turn off the ECO mode or depress the ac-
celerator pedal fully when:
• Driving with a heavy load of passengers

or cargo in the vehicle

• Driving on a steep uphill slope
• ECO mode may affect air conditioner

performance

NOTE:

Selecting this drive mode will not neces-
sarily improve fuel economy as many driv-
ing factors influence its effectiveness.

SHIFT LEVER INDICATOR (2.0L 4
cylinder (MR20DD engine model)
MANUAL TRANSMISSION MODELS
ONLY) (if so equipped)

The shift lever indicator is used to support
the suitable timing of gear change. It oper-
ates only when the ECO mode is on.

The shift indicator icon and recommended
gear position are displayed.

The shift indicator icon indicates when to
upshift or downshift for fuel economy.

NOTE:
• The shift indicator is a guide for fuel

economy. Always pay attention to road
conditions and other traffic.

• Downshift the indicator icon to the 1

(1st) position if not displayed.

• If the downshifting icon is displayed

when decreasing your vehicle speed, it
indicates that the engine speed is low
compared to the gear position.

LSD2143

5-24

Starting and driving

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.

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

located on the wind-

shield in front of the inside rearview mirror
and displays the detected signs in the ve-
hicle

information

display.

For

vehicles

equipped with a navigation system, the
speed limit displayed is based on a combi-
nation of navigation system data and live
camera recognition. TSR information is al-
ways displayed at the top of the vehicle in-
formation display, and optionally in the main
central area of the display screen.

LSD6024

LSD3893

TRAFFIC SIGN RECOGNITION (TSR) (if
so equipped)

Starting and driving

5-25

䊊

Speed sign detected (in Canada)

䊊

Speed sign detected (in USA)

䊊

Speed sign detected (no speed limit
detected)

䊊

“Do not pass” sign detected

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
properly

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

LSD3378

LSD3978

For vehicles with the 7 inch meter

display

Starting and driving

5-27

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

button to select “Driver As-

sistance.” 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
Camera 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:

If the TSR “Malfunction” 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” mes-
sage 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. 5-35).

LSD3790

For vehicles with the 4.2 inch meter

display

5-28

Starting and driving

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. 5-30).

LSD3893

LANE DEPARTURE WARNING (LDW)

Starting and driving

5-29

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

button to select “Driver As-

sistance.” Then press the OK button.

2. Select “Lane” and press the OK button.

3. Select “Lane Departure Warning” and

press the OK button to turn the system
on or off.

NOTE:

When enabling/disabling the system,
the system will retain current settings
even if the engine is restarted.

LSD3486

For vehicles with the 7 inch meter display

5-32

Starting and driving

LDW SYSTEM LIMITATIONS

WARNING

Listed below are the system limitations
for the LDW system. Failure to follow
the

warnings

and

instructions

for

proper use of the LDW system could re-
sult in serious injury or death.

•

The system will not operate at
speeds below approximately 37 mph
(60 km/h) or if it cannot detect lane
markers.

•

Do not use the LDW system under the
following conditions as it may not
function properly:

–

During bad weather (rain, fog,

snow, etc.).

–

When driving on slippery roads,

such as on ice or snow.

–

When driving on winding or un-

even roads.

–

When there is a lane closure due to

road repairs.

–

When driving in a makeshift or

temporary lane.

–

When driving on roads where the

lane width is too narrow.

LSD3779

For vehicles with the 4.2 inch meter display

Starting and driving

5-33

–

When driving without normal tire

conditions (for example, tire wear,
low tire pressure, installation of
spare tire, tire chains, nonstan-
dard wheels).

–

When the vehicle is equipped with

non-original brake parts or sus-
pension parts.

–

When you are towing a trailer or

other vehicle.

•

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

–

On roads where there are multiple

parallel lane markers; lane mark-
ers that are faded or not painted
clearly; yellow painted lane mark-
ers; non-standard lane markers;
or lane markers covered with wa-
ter, dirt, snow, etc.

–

On roads where the discontinued

lane markers are still detectable.

–

On roads where there are sharp

curves.

–

On roads where there are sharply

contrasting objects, such as shad-
ows, snow, water, wheel ruts, seams
or lines remaining after road re-
pairs. (The LDW system could detect
these items as lane markers.)

–

On roads where the traveling lane

merges or separates.

–

When the vehicle’s traveling direc-

tion does not align with the lane
marker.

–

When traveling close to the ve-

hicle in front of you, which ob-
structs the lane camera unit de-
tection range.

–

When rain, snow, dirt or an object

adheres to the windshield in front
of the lane camera unit.

–

When

the

headlights

are

not

bright due to dirt on the lens or if
the

aiming

not

adjusted

properly.

–

When strong light enters the lane

camera unit. (For example, the
light directly 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.)

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 LDW system may be deacti-
vated automatically and the following
message will appear in the vehicle infor-
mation display: “Unavailable: High Cabin
Temperature.”

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

The LDW system is not designed to warn
under the following conditions:
• When you operate the lane change signal

and change traveling lanes in the direc-
tion of the signal. (The LDW system will
become operable again approximately 2
seconds after the lane change signal is
turned off.)

• When the vehicle speed lowers to less

than approximately 37 mph (60 km/h).

After the above conditions have finished
and the necessary operating conditions
are satisfied, the LDW functions will resume.

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Starting and driving

SYSTEM MALFUNCTION

If the LDW system malfunctions, it will can-
cel automatically and “Not Available Sys-
tem Malfunction” will appear in the vehicle
information display. If “Not Available Sys-
tem Malfunction” appears in the vehicle in-
formation display, pull off the road to a safe
location and stop the vehicle. Place the
shift lever in the P (Park) position and the
ignition switch in the OFF position and re-
start the engine/motor. If “Not Available
System Malfunction” continues to appear
in the vehicle information display, have the
system checked. It is recommended that
you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

The lane camera unit

for the LDW sys-

tem is located above the inside mirror. To
keep the proper operation of the LDW sys-
tem and prevent a system malfunction, be
sure to observe the following:
• Always keep the windshield clean.
• Do not attach a sticker (including trans-

parent material) or install an accessory
near the camera unit.

• Do not place reflective materials, such as

white paper or a mirror, on the instru-
ment panel. The reflection of sunlight
may adversely affect the camera unit’s
capability of detecting the lane markers.

• Do not strike or damage the areas

around the camera unit. Do not touch the
camera lens or remove the screw located
on the camera unit. If the camera unit is
damaged due to an accident, it is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer.

LSD3484

Starting and driving

5-35

WARNING

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

•

The BSW system is not a replacement
for proper driving procedures and is
not designed to prevent contact with
vehicles or objects. When changing
lanes, always use the side and rear
mirrors and turn and look in the di-
rection your vehicle will move to en-
sure it is safe to change lanes. Never
rely solely on the BSW system.

The BSW system helps alert the driver of
other vehicles in adjacent lanes when
changing lanes.

The BSW system uses radar sensors

installed near the rear bumper to detect
other vehicles in an adjacent lane.

The radar sensors can detect vehicles on
either side of your vehicle within the detec-
tion zone shown as illustrated. This detec-
tion zone starts from the outside mirror of
your vehicle and extends approximately
10 ft (3.0 m) behind the rear bumper, and
approximately 10 ft (3.0 m) sideways.

LSD3832

SSD1030

Detection zone

BLIND SPOT WARNING (BSW)

5-36

Starting and driving

HOW TO ENABLE/DISABLE THE
BSW SYSTEM

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

1. Press the

button until “Settings” dis-

plays in the vehicle information display.
Use the

button to select “Driver As-

sistance.” Then press the OK button.

2. Select “Blind Spot” and press the OK

button.

3. Select

“Blind

Spot

Warning”

(if

equipped) or “Blind Spot (BSW)” (if so
equipped) and press the OK button.

LSD3742

For vehicles with the 7 inch meter display

Starting and driving

5-39

BSW SYSTEM LIMITATIONS

WARNING

Listed below are the system limitations
for the BSW system. Failure to operate
the vehicle in accordance with these
system limitations could result in seri-
ous injury or death.

•

The BSW system cannot detect all ve-
hicles under all conditions.

•

The radar sensors may not be able to
detect and activate BSW when cer-
tain objects are present such as:

–

Pedestrian, bicycles, animals.

–

Vehicles such as motorcycles, low

height vehicles, or high ground
clearance vehicles.

–

Oncoming vehicles.

–

Vehicles remaining in the detec-

tion zone when you accelerate
from a stop.

–

A vehicle merging into an adjacent

lane at a speed approximately the
same as your vehicle.

–

vehicle

approaching

rapidly

from behind.

–

A vehicle which your vehicle over-

takes rapidly.

–

A vehicle that passes through the

detection zone quickly.

–

When overtaking several vehicles

in a row, the vehicles after the first
vehicle may not be detected if
they are traveling close together.

•

The radar sensors’ detection zone is
designed based on a standard lane
width. When driving in a wider lane,
the radar sensors may not detect ve-
hicles in an adjacent lane. When driv-
ing in a narrow lane, the radar sen-
sors may detect vehicles driving two
lanes away.

•

The radar sensors are designed to ig-
nore most stationary objects; how-
ever, objects such as guardrails,
walls, foliage and parked vehicles
may occasionally be detected. This is
a normal operation condition.

•

The following conditions may reduce
the ability of the radar to detect other
vehicles:

–

Severe weather

–

Road spray

–

Ice/frost/snow/dirt build-up on

the vehicle

•

Do not attach stickers (including
transparent material), install acces-
sories or apply additional paint near
the radar sensors. These conditions
may reduce the ability of the radar to
detect other vehicles.

•

Excessive noise (for example, audio
system volume, open vehicle win-
dow) will interfere with the chime
sound, and it may not be heard.

Starting and driving

5-41

BSW DRIVING SITUATIONS

Indicator on

Indicator off

Indicator flashing

Another vehicle approaching
from behind

Illustration 1:

The side BSW/RCTA indicator

light illuminates if a vehicle enters the de-
tection zone from behind in an adjacent
lane.

NOTE:
• The radar sensors may not detect ve-

hicles which are approaching rapidly
from behind.

Illustration 2:

If the driver activates the

turn signal when another vehicle is in the
detection zone, then the system chimes
(twice) and the side BSW/RCTA indicator
light flashes.

NOTE:
• The radar sensors may not detect ve-

hicles which are approaching rapidly
from behind.

• If the driver activates the turn signal

before a vehicle enters the detection
zone, the side BSW/RCTA indicator
light will flash but no chime will sound
when the other vehicle is detected.

LSD2299

Illustration 1 – Approaching from behind

LSD2300

Illustration 2 – Approaching from behind

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Overtaking another vehicle

Illustration 3:

The side BSW/RCTA indica-

tor light illuminates if you overtake a ve-
hicle and that vehicle stays in the detection
zone for approximately 2 seconds.

Illustration 4:

If the driver activates the

turn signal while another vehicle is in the
detection zone, then the system chimes
(twice) and the side BSW/RCTA indicator
light flashes.

NOTE:
• When overtaking several vehicles in a

row, the vehicles after the first vehicle
may not be detected if they are travel-
ing close together.

• The radar sensors may not detect

slower moving vehicles if they are
passed quickly.

• If the driver activates the turn signal

before a vehicle enters the detection
zone, the side BSW/RCTA indicator
light will flash but no chime will sound
when the other vehicle is detected.

LSD2302

Illustration 3 – Overtaking another

vehicle

LSD2303

Illustration 4 – Overtaking another

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Entering from the side

Illustration 5:

The side BSW/RCTA indicator

light illuminates if a vehicle enters the de-
tection zone from either side.

Illustration 6:

If the driver activates the

turn signal while another vehicle is in the
detection zone, then the system chimes
(twice) and the side BSW/RCTA indicator
light flashes.

NOTE:
• If the driver activates the turn signal

before a vehicle enters the detection
zone, the side BSW/RCTA indicator
light will flash but no chime will sound
when the other vehicle is detected.

• The radar sensors may not detect a ve-

hicle which is traveling at about the
same speed as your vehicle when it en-
ters the detection zone.

LSD2305

Illustration 5 – Entering from the side

LSD2308

Illustration 6 – Entering from the side

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SYSTEM TEMPORARILY
UNAVAILABLE

When radar blockage is detected, the
system will be deactivated automatically.
The “Side Radar Obstruction” or the “Un-
available: Side Radar Obstruction” warning
message will appear and the BSW/RCTA
indicator (white) will blink

in the vehicle

information display.

The system is not available until the condi-
tions no longer exist.

The radar sensors may be blocked by tem-
porary ambient conditions such as splash-
ing water, mist or fog. The blocked condi-
tion may also be caused by objects such as
ice, frost or dirt obstructing the radar
sensors.

NOTE:

If the BSW system stops working, the
RCTA system will also stop working.

Action to take:

When the above conditions no longer exist,
the system will resume automatically.

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SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

The two radar sensors

for the BSW and

RCTA systems are located near the rear
bumper. Always keep the area near the ra-
dar sensors clean.

The radar sensors may be blocked by tem-
porary ambient conditions such as splash-
ing water, mist or fog.

The blocked condition may also be caused
by objects such as ice, frost or dirt ob-
structing the radar sensors.

Check for and remove objects obstructing
the area around the radar sensors.

Do not attach stickers (including transpar-
ent material), install accessories or apply
additional paint near the radar sensors.

Do not strike or damage the area around
the radar sensors. It is recommended that
you visit a NISSAN dealer if the area around
the radar sensors is damaged due to a
collision.

Radio frequency statement
(Type A) (if so equipped)

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 ac-
cept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.

FCC Warning

Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s author-
ity to operate the equipment

For Canada

This

device

complies

with

Industry

Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must ac-
cept any interference, including interfer-
ence that may cause undesired opera-
tion of the device.

Frequency bands: 24.05GHz – 24.25GHz

Output power: less than 20 milliwatts

Radio frequency statement
(Type B) (if so equipped)

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 ac-
cept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.

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FCC Warning

Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s author-
ity 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:

This device may not cause interfer-
ence.

This device must accept any interfer-
ence, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the
device.

Radio frequency radiation exposure in-
formation: This equipment complies
with radiation exposure limits set forth
for an uncontrolled environment. This
equipment should be installed and oper-
ated with minimum distance of 20 cm
between the radiator and your body.

WARNING

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

•

The RCTA system is not a replace-
ment for proper driving procedures
and is not designed to prevent con-
tact with vehicles or objects. When
backing out of a parking space, al-
ways use the side and rear mirrors
and turn and look in the direction
your vehicle will move. Never rely
solely on the RCTA system.

The RCTA system will assist you when
backing out from a parking space. When
the vehicle is in reverse, the system is de-
signed to detect other vehicles approach-
ing from the right or left of the vehicle. If the
system detects cross traffic, it will alert you.

REAR CROSS TRAFFIC ALERT (RCTA)

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