Get Starting and driving -> Break-in schedule Guide for Nissan Patrol SUV Sixth Generation (2010-2023)

PRECAUTIONS WHEN STARTING

AND DRIVING

BREAK-IN SCHEDULE

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

During the first 2,000 km (1,200 miles), follow

these recommendations to obtain maximum

engine performance and ensure the future

reliability and economy of your new vehicle.

Failure to follow these recommendations may

result in shortened engine life and reduced

engine performance.

WARNING:

The driving characteristics of your vehicle will

change remarkably by any additional load

and its distribution, as well as by adding

optional equipment (trailer coupling, roof

rails, etc.). Your driving style and speed must

be adjusted according to the circumstances.

Especially when carrying heavy loads, your

speed must be reduced adequately.

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Never leave children or adults who would

normally require the support of others

alone in your vehicle. Pets should not be

left alone either. They could unknowingly

activate switches or controls and inad-

vertently become involved in a serious

accident and injure themselves. On hot,

.

Do not drive at a constant speed, either fast

or slow, for long periods of time.

sunny days, temperatures in

a closed

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Do not run the engine over 4,000 rpm.

vehicle could quickly become high en-

ough to cause severe or possibly fatal

illness to people or animals.

Do not accelerate at full throttle in any

.

Make sure the area around the vehicle is

clear.

gear.

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Do not start quickly.

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Visually inspect tires for their appearance

and condition. Measure and check the tire

pressure for proper inflation.

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Properly secure all cargo to help prevent

it from sliding or shifting. Do not place

cargo higher than the seatbacks. In a

sudden stop or collision, unsecured cargo

could cause personal injury.

Do not brake hard as much as possible.

Do not tow a trailer for at least the first 800

km (500 miles) (models with trailer hitch).

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Check that all windows and lights are clean.

Adjust the seat and head restraint posi-

tions.

NOTE:

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Adjust the inside and outside rearview

mirror positions.

During the first few months after purchasing

a new vehicle, if you smell strong odors of

Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) inside

the vehicle, ventilate the passenger compart-

ment thoroughly. Open all the windows

before entering or while in the vehicle. In

addition, when the temperature in the pas-

senger compartment rises, or when the

Fasten your seat belt and ask all passen-

gers to do the same.

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Check that all doors are closed.

Check the operation of the warning lights

when the ignition switch is pushed to the

“ON” position.

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Maintenance items in the “8. Maintenance

and do-it-yourself” section should be

checked periodically.

vehicle is parked in direct sunlight for

a

period of time, turn off the air recirculation

mode of the air conditioner and/or open the

windows to allow sufficient fresh air into the

passenger compartment.

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— You suspect that exhaust fumes are

entering into the passenger compart-

ment.

engine misfires, or if noticeable loss of

performance or other unusual operating

conditions are detected. Have the vehicle

inspected promptly by a NISSAN dealer.

Avoid driving with an extremely low fuel

level. Running out of fuel could cause the

engine to misfire, damaging the three-

way catalyst.

EXHAUST GAS (carbon monoxide)

WARNING:

— You notice a change in the sound of

.

Do not breathe exhaust gas; it contains

colorless and odorless carbon monoxide.

Carbon monoxide is dangerous. It can

cause unconsciousness or death.

If you suspect that exhaust fumes are

entering the vehicle, drive with all win-

dows fully open, and have the vehicle

inspected immediately.

the exhaust system.

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— You have had an accident involving

damage to the exhaust system, un-

derbody, or rear of the vehicle.

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Do not race the engine while warming it

up.

THREE-WAY CATALYST

Do not push or tow your vehicle to start

the engine.

WARNING:

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Do not run the engine in closed spaces

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The exhaust gas and the exhaust system

are very hot. Keep people, animals and

flammable materials away from the ex-

haust system components.

Do not stop or park the vehicle over

flammable materials such as dry grass,

wastepaper or rags. They may ignite and

cause a fire.

such as a garage.

Do not park the vehicle with the engine

running for an extended period of time.

Keep the back door closed while driving,

otherwise exhaust gas could be drawn

into the passenger compartment. If you

must drive with the back door open,

follow these precautions:

The three-way catalyst is an emission control

device installed in the exhaust system. Exhaust

gas in the three-way catalyst is burned at high

temperatures to help reduce pollutants.

— Open all the windows.

— Turn the air recirculation mode off

and set the fan speed control to the

highest level to circulate the air.

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If a special body or other equipment is

added for recreational or other usage,

follow the manufacturer’s recommenda-

tion to prevent carbon monoxide entry

into the vehicle. (Some recreational vehi-

cle appliances such as stoves, refrigera-

tors, heaters, etc. may also generate

carbon monoxide.)

CAUTION:

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Do not use leaded gasoline. (See “Recom-

mended fluids/lubricants and capacities”

(P.9-2).) Deposits from leaded gasoline

seriously reduce the ability of the three-

way catalyst to help reduce exhaust

pollutants and/or damage the three-

way catalyst.

Keep your engine tuned up. Malfunctions

in the ignition, fuel injection, or electrical

systems may cause overrich fuel to flow

into the three-way catalyst, causing it to

overheat. Do not keep driving if the

The exhaust system and body should be

inspected by a qualified mechanic when-

ever:

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— Your vehicle is raised while being

serviced.

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ON-PAVEMENT AND OFF-ROAD

DRIVING PRECAUTIONS

Utility vehicles have

a significantly higher

.

Do not drive across steep slopes. Instead

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 vehicle. 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 ranges 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 acci-

dent.

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) range. Never back down in N

(Neutral), using only the brake, as this

could cause loss of control.

Heavy braking going down a hill could

cause your brakes to overheat and fade,

resulting in loss of control and an acci-

dent. Apply brakes lightly and use a low

range to control your speed.

Unsecured cargo can be thrown around

when driving over rough terrain. Properly

secure all cargo so it will not be thrown

forward and cause injury to you or your

passengers.

To avoid raising the center of gravity

excessively, do not exceed the rated

capacity of the roof rack (if equipped)

and evenly distribute the load. 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. Instead drive with

your fingers and thumbs on the outside

of the rim.

rollover rate than other types of vehicles.

They have higher ground clearance than pas-

senger cars to make them capable of perform-

ing in a wide variety of on-pavement and off-

road applications. This gives them a higher

center of gravity than ordinary cars. An advan-

tage of higher ground clearance is a better

view of the road, allowing you to anticipate

problems. However, they are not designed for

cornering at the same speeds as conventional

passenger cars any more than low-slung

sports cars are designed to perform satisfac-

torily under off-road conditions. If at all possi-

ble, avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers,

particularly at high speeds. As with other

vehicles of this type, failure to operate this

vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or

vehicle rollover.

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Before operating the vehicle, ensure that

the driver and all passengers have their

seat belts fastened.

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Always drive with the floor mats in place

as the floor may became hot.

Lower your speed when encountering

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 performance

capability of the tires, even with 4WD

engaged.

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 personal injury.

Do not attempt to test a 4WD equipped

vehicle on a 2-wheel dynamometer 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 dynamometer.

Using the wrong test equipment may

result in drivetrain damage or unex-

.

For information about driving using Four-Wheel

Drive (4WD), see “Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) (4WD

models)” (P.5-16).

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DRIVING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Your NISSAN is designed for both normal and

off-road use. It has a higher ground clearance

and a bigger suspension stroke to make it

suitable for off-road use.

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Please observe the following precautions:

WARNING:

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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.

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pected vehicle movement which could

result in serious vehicle damage or per-

sonal injury.

When a wheel is off the ground due to an

unlevel surface, do not spin the wheel

excessively.

Accelerating quickly, sharp steering man-

euvers or sudden braking may cause loss

of control.

indicator is illuminated, the system may not be

able to detect or signal low tire pressure as

intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a

variety of reasons, including the installation of

replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the

vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning

properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction

telltale after replacing one or more tires or

wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the

replacement or alternate tires and wheels

allow the TPMS to continue to function prop-

erly.

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM

(TPMS) (if equipped)

Each tire, including the spare (if provided),

should be checked monthly when cold and

inflated to the inflation pressure recommended

by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle

placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your

vehicle has tires of a different size than the size

indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation

pressure label, you should determine the prop-

er tire inflation pressure for those tires.)

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If at all possible, avoid sharp turning

maneuvers, particularly at high speeds.

Your vehicle has

a higher center of

As an added safety feature, your vehicle has

Additional information

gravity than a conventional passenger

car. The vehicle is not designed for

cornering at the same speeds as conven-

tional passenger cars. Failure to operate

this vehicle correctly could result in loss

of control and/or a rollover accident.

been equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring

System (TPMS) that illuminates

a low tire

.

Since the spare tire is not equipped with

the TPMS, the TPMS does not monitor the

tire pressure of the spare tire.

The TPMS will activate only when the

vehicle is driven at speeds above 25 km/h

(16 MPH). Also, this system may not detect a

sudden drop in tire pressure (for example, a

flat tire while driving).

pressure telltale when one or more of your

tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly,

when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates,

you should stop and check your tires as soon

as possible, and inflate them to the proper

pressure. Driving on a significantly under-in-

flated tire causes the tire to overheat and can

lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces

fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect

the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.

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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 rear

wheels when driving on slippery roads

and drive carefully.

Be sure to check the brakes immediately

after driving in mud or water. See “Brake

system” (P.5-104) for wet brakes.

Avoid parking your vehicle on steep hills.

If you get out of the vehicle and it rolls

forward, backward or sideways, you

could be injured.

Whenever you drive off-road through

sand, mud or water as deep as the wheel

hub, more frequent maintenance may be

required. See the maintenance informa-

tion in a separate maintenance booklet.

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The low tire pressure warning light may not

automatically turn off when the tire pres-

sure is adjusted. After the tire is inflated to

the recommended pressure, drive the ve-

hicle at speeds above 25 km/h (16 MPH) to

activate the TPMS and turn off the low tire

pressure warning light. Use a tire pressure

gauge to check the tire pressure.

The check tire pressure warning (if

equipped) appears on the vehicle informa-

tion display when the low tire pressure

warning light is illuminated and low tire

pressure is detected. The check tire pres-

sure warning turns off when the low tire

pressure warning light turns off.

Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute

for proper tire maintenance, and it is the

driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire

pressure, even if under-inflation has not

reached the level to trigger illumination of the

TPMS low tire pressure telltale.

Your vehicle has also been equipped with a

TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when

the system is not operating properly. The TPMS

malfunction indicator is combined with the low

tire pressure telltale. When the system detects

a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approxi-

mately one minute and then remain continu-

ously illuminated. This sequence will continue

upon subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as

the malfunction exists. When the malfunction

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The check tire pressure warning appears

each time the ignition switch is placed in

the ON position as long as the low tire

pressure warning light remains illuminated.

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The check tire pressure warning does not

appear if the low tire pressure warning light

illuminates to indicate a TPMS malfunction.

could result in serious personal injury.

Check the tire pressure for all four tires.

Adjust the tire pressure to the recom-

mended COLD tire pressure shown on the

tire placard to turn the low tire pressure

warning light OFF. If the light still illumi-

nates while driving after adjusting the

tire pressure, a tire may be flat or the

TPMS may be malfunctioning. If you have

a flat tire, replace it with a spare tire as

soon as possible. If no tire is flat and all

tires are properly inflated, have the ve-

hicle checked by a NISSAN dealer.

Since the spare tire is not equipped with

the TPMS, when a spare tire is mounted

or a wheel is replaced, the TPMS will not

function and the low tire pressure warn-

ing light will flash for approximately 1

minute. The light will remain on after 1

minute. Contact a NISSAN dealer as soon

as possible for tire replacement and/or

system resetting.

Some devices and transmitters may tempora-

rily interfere with the operation of the TPMS

and cause the low tire pressure warning light

to illuminate. Some examples are:

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Tire pressure rises and falls depending on

the heat caused by the vehicle’s operation

and the outside temperature. Do not re-

duce the tire pressure after driving because

the tire pressure rises after driving. Low

outside temperature can lower the tem-

perature of the air inside the tire which can

cause a lower tire inflation pressure. This

may cause the low tire pressure warning

light to illuminate. If the warning light

illuminates in low ambient temperature,

check the tire pressure for all four tires.

For model with the dual display and center

display, you can also check the pressure of

all tires (except the spare tire) on the

display screen (model with single display)

or vehicle information display (model with

dual display). The order of the tire pressure

figures displayed on the screen does not

correspond with the actual order of the tire

position. (See NissanConnect Owner’s Man-

ual.)

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Facilities or electric devices using similar

radio frequencies are near the vehicle.

If a transmitter set to similar frequencies is

being used in or near the vehicle.

If a computer (or similar equipment) or a

DC/AC converter is being used in or near

the vehicle.

Low tire pressure warning light may illuminate

in the following cases.

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If the vehicle is equipped with a wheel and

tire without TPMS.

.

If the TPMS has been replaced and the ID

has not been registered.

If the wheel is not originally specified by

NISSAN.

TPMS with tire inflation indicator (if equipped)

.

Replacing tires with those not originally

specified by NISSAN could affect the

proper operation of the TPMS.

Do not inject any tire liquid or aerosol tire

sealant into the tires, as this may cause a

malfunction of the tire pressure sensors.

When tire pressure is low, the low tire pressure

warning light illuminates.

This vehicle provides visual and audible signals

to help you inflate the tires to the recom-

mended COLD tire pressure.

For additional information, see “Low tire pres-

sure warning light” (P.2-20) and “Tire Pressure

Monitoring System (TPMS) ” (P.6-2).

Vehicle set-up:

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

WARNING:

CAUTION:

2. Apply the parking brake and place the shift

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If the low tire pressure warning light

illuminates while driving, avoid sudden

steering maneuvers or abrupt braking,

reduce vehicle speed, pull off the road to

a safe location and stop the vehicle as

soon as possible. Driving with under-

inflated tires may permanently damage

the tires and increase the likelihood of

tire failure. Serious vehicle damage could

occur and may lead to an accident and

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The TPMS may not function properly

when the wheels are equipped with tire

chains or the wheels are buried in snow.

Do not place metalized film or any metal

parts (antenna, etc.) on the windows. This

may cause poor reception of the signals

from the tire pressure sensors, and the

TPMS will not function properly.

lever in the “P” (Park) position.

3. Place the ignition switch in the “ON” posi-

tion. Do not start the engine.

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CARE WHEN DRIVING

Driving your vehicle to fit the circumstances is

essential for your safety and comfort. As a

driver, you should be the one who knows best

how to drive in the given circumstances.

a tire pressure gauge.

Operation:

1. Add air to the tire.

2. After a few seconds, the hazard indicators

will start flashing.

ENGINE COLD START PERIOD

3. When the designated pressure is reached,

the horn beeps once and the hazard

indicators stop flashing.

Due to the higher engine speeds, when the

engine is cold, extra caution must be exercised

when selecting a gear during the engine warm-

up period after starting the engine.

4. Perform the above steps for each tire.

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If the tire is over-inflated more than

approximately 30 kPa (4 psi), the horn

beeps and the hazard indicators flash 3

times. To correct the pressure, push the

core of the valve stem on the tire briefly to

release pressure. When the pressure

reaches the designated pressure, the horn

beeps once.

LOADING LUGGAGE

Loads and their distribution and the attach-

ment of equipment (coupling devices, roof

baggage carriers, etc.) will considerably change

the driving characteristics of the vehicle. Your

driving style and speed must be adjusted

according to the circumstances.

.

If the hazard indicator does not flash in

approximately 15 seconds after starting to

inflate the tire, it indicates that the tire

inflation indicator is not operating.

DRIVING IN WET CONDITIONS

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Avoid accelerating or stopping suddenly.

Avoid sharp turning or lane changing

The TPMS will not activate the tire inflation

suddenly.

indicator under the following conditions:

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Avoid following too close to the vehicle in

front.

— If there is interference from an external

device or transmitter

When water covers the road surface with water

puddles, small water streams, etc., reduce

speed to prevent hydroplaning which can

cause skidding and loss of control. Worn tires

will increase this risk.

— The air pressure from the inflation device

such as those using a power socket is

not sufficient to inflate the tire

— If an electrical equipment is being used

in or near the vehicle

— There is

system

a malfunction in the TPMS

— There is a malfunction in the horn or

hazard indicators

.

If the tire inflation indicator does not

operate due to TPMS interference, move

the vehicle about 1m (3 ft) backward or

forward and try again.

If the tire inflation indicator is not working, use

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PUSH-BUTTON IGNITION SWITCH

wheel cannot be moved. Charge the

battery as soon as possible. (See “Jump

starting” (P.6-8).)

DRIVING IN WINTER CONDITIONS

PRECAUTIONS ON PUSH-BUTTON IGNI-

TION SWITCH OPERATION

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Drive cautiously.

Avoid accelerating or stopping suddenly.

Avoid sharp turning or lane changing

WARNING:

Operating range

suddenly.

Do not operate the push-button ignition

switch while driving the vehicle except in an

emergency. (The engine will stop when the

ignition switch is pushed 3 consecutive times

or the ignition switch is pushed and held for

more than 2 seconds.) The steering wheel

may lock and could cause the driver to lose

control of the vehicle. This could result in

serious vehicle damage or personal injury.

.

Avoid sudden steering.

Avoid following too close to the vehicle in

front.

FOR NISMO MODELS

The NISMO models have unique front spoiler,

side sill extensions, and front and rear bumpers.

These parts are close to the ground, and this

model is not designed for off-road (rough road)

use. If the vehicle is driven under such

a

INTELLIGENT KEY SYSTEM

condition, it may damage the front spoiler, side

sill extensions, and front and rear bumpers .

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The Intelligent Key system can operate the

ignition switch without taking the key out from

your pocket or bag. The operating environment

and/or conditions may affect the Intelligent

Key system operation.

The Intelligent Key can only be used for starting

the engine when the Intelligent Key is within

the specified operating range

as illustrated.

When the Intelligent Key battery is almost

discharged or strong radio waves 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 someone

who does not carry the Intelligent Key, to push

the ignition switch to start the engine.

Some indicators and warnings for operation

are displayed on the vehicle information display

(if equipped) and/or in the meter. (See “Vehicle

information display (Type A (model with color

display))” (P.2-26), “Vehicle information display

(Type B (model with dot matrix display))” (P.2-

35) and “Warning lights, indicator lights and

audible reminders” (P.2-16).)

CAUTION:

.

The luggage room area is not included in

the operating range of the engine start

function.

If the Intelligent Key is placed on the

instrument panel, inside the glove box, door

pocket or the corner of the interior com-

partment, the Intelligent Key may not

function.

.

Be sure to carry the Intelligent Key with

you when operating the vehicle.

.

Never leave the Intelligent Key inside the

vehicle when you leave the vehicle.

If the vehicle battery is discharged, the

ignition switch cannot be switched from

the “LOCK” position, and if the steering

lock (if equipped) is engaged, the steering

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.

If the Intelligent Key is placed near the door

or window outside the vehicle, the Intelli-

gent Key may function.

dot matrix display), push the ignition

switch again while rotating the steering

wheel slightly to the right and left. (See

Model with segment display:

1. Move the shift lever to the “P” (Park)

“Vehicle information display (Type

B

position.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (AT)

(model with dot matrix display))” (P.2-

35).)

2. Push the ignition switch to the “OFF”

position.

The ignition lock is designed so that the

ignition switch cannot be switched to the

“LOCK” position until the shift lever is moved

to the “P” (Park) position. When pushing the

ignition switch to the “OFF” position, make sure

the shift lever is in the “P” (Park) position.

IGNITION SWITCH POSITIONS

3. Open the door. The ignition switch will

change to the “LOCK” position.

If the ignition switch is switched to the “LOCK”

position, the shift lever cannot be moved from

the “P” (Park) position. The shift lever can be

moved if the ignition switch is in the “ON”

position with the foot brake depressed.

Model with color display or dot matrix dis-

play:

When the ignition switch cannot be switched to

the “LOCK” position:

1. Shift to Park warning or SHIFT “P” warning

appears on the vehicle information display

and a chime sounds.

STEERING LOCK (if equipped)

The ignition switch is equipped with an anti-

theft steering lock device.

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

To lock steering wheel

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position.

1. Push the ignition switch to the “OFF”

position where the ignition switch position

indicator will not illuminate.

When the ignition switch is pushed without

depressing the brake pedal, the ignition switch

position will change as follows:

3. If the ignition switch is in the “ACC” position,

the Push Ignition to OFF warning or the

“PUSH” warning appears on the vehicle

information display.

2. Open or close the door. The ignition switch

.

Push once to change to “ACC”.

turns to the “LOCK” position.

Push two times to change to “ON”.

Push three times to change to “OFF”.

Push four times to return to “ACC”.

4. Push the ignition switch. The ignition

3. Turn the steering wheel 1/8 of a turn to the

right or left from the straight up position.

switch is switched to the “ON” position.

5. The Push Ignition to OFF warning or the

“PUSH” warning appears again on the

vehicle information display.

To unlock steering wheel

Push the ignition switch, and the steering

wheel will be automatically unlocked.

Open or close any door to return to “LOCK”

from the “OFF” position.

6. Push the ignition switch. The ignition

LOCK position

switch is switched to the “OFF” position.

The ignition switch and steering lock can only

CAUTION:

7. Open the door. The ignition switch will

change to the “LOCK” position.

be locked at this position.

.

If the battery of the vehicle is discharged,

the push-button ignition switch cannot

be switched from the “LOCK” position.

If the steering lock release malfunction

indicator (if equipped) appears on the

vehicle information display (model with

The ignition switch will be unlocked when it is

pushed to the “ACC” position while carrying the

Intelligent Key.

For warnings and indicators on the vehicle

information display, see “Vehicle information

display (Type A (model with color display))” (P.2-

26) or “Vehicle information display (Type

(model with dot matrix display))” (P.2-35).

B

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ignition switch changes position.

1. Move the shift lever to the “P” (Park)

position.

2. Firmly apply the foot brake.

ACC position

The electrical accessory power activates at this

position without the engine turned on.

OFF position

The engine is turned off with the steering wheel

unlocked.

3. Touch the ignition switch with the Intelli-

For Mexico:

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

“ACC” has a battery saver feature that will turn

the ignition switch to the OFF position after a

period of time under the following conditions:

4. Push the ignition switch while depressing

the brake pedal within 10 seconds after the

chime sounds. The engine will start.

After step 3 is performed, when the ignition

switch is pushed without depressing the brake

pedal, the ignition switch position will change

to “ACC”.

WARNING:

Never push the ignition switch to the “OFF”

position while driving. The steering wheel

may lock and cause the driver to lose control

of the vehicle, resulting in serious vehicle

damage or personal injury.

.

all doors are closed.

shift lever is in P (Park).

turn signal/hazard indicator lights are not

flashing

The battery saver feature will be cancelled if

any of the following occur:

NOTE:

CAUTION:

.

When the ignition switch is pushed to the

“ACC” or “ON” position or the engine is

started by the above procedures, the

Intelligent Key battery discharge indica-

tor appears (on the vehicle information

display (model with color display and dot

matrix display)) or the Intelligent Key

system warning light may blink in yellow

(on the meter) even if the Intelligent Key

is inside the vehicle. This is not a mal-

function. To turn off the warning (light),

touch the ignition switch with the Intelli-

gent Key again.

If the Intelligent Key battery discharge

indicator appears (on the vehicle infor-

mation display (model with color display

and dot matrix display)) or the Intelligent

Key system warning light blinks in green

(on the meter), replace the battery as

soon as possible. (See “Battery” (P.8-18).)

.

any door is opened.

shift lever is moved out of P (Park).

ignition switch changes position.

Do not leave the vehicle for extended periods

of time when the ignition switch is in the

“ACC” or “ON” position and the engine is not

running. This can discharge the battery.

ON position

The ignition system and the electrical acces-

sory power activate at this position without the

engine turned on.

INTELLIGENT KEY BATTERY DISCHARGE

For Mexico:

“ON” has a battery saver feature that will turn

the ignition switch to the OFF position, if the

vehicle is not running, after some time under

the following conditions:

.

all doors are closed.

shift lever is in P (Park).

turn signal/hazard indicator lights are not

flashing

JVS0404X

The battery saver feature will be cancelled if

any of the following occur:

If the battery of the Intelligent Key is dis-

charged, or environmental conditions interfere

with the Intelligent Key operation, start the

engine according to the following procedure:

.

any door is opened.

shift lever is moved out of the P (Park)

position.

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STARTING ENGINE

DRIVING VEHICLE

1. Apply the parking brake.

contained in the “6. In case of emergency”

section should be carefully followed.

DRIVING WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMIS-

SION (AT)

2. Move the shift lever to the “P” (Park) or the

“N” (Neutral) position.

5. Allow the engine to idle for at least 30

seconds after starting the engine to warm-

up. Drive at moderate speeds for a short

distance first, especially in cold weather.

The Automatic Transmission (AT) in your vehi-

cle is electronically controlled to produce max-

imum power and smooth operation.

The starter is designed to operate only

when the shift lever is in the proper

position.

The recommended operating procedures for

this transmission are shown on the following

pages. Follow these procedures for maximum

vehicle performance and driving enjoyment.

The Intelligent Key must be carried when

operating the ignition switch.

CAUTION:

3. Push the ignition switch to the “ON” posi-

tion. Firmly depress the brake pedal and

push the ignition switch to start the engine.

Do not leave the vehicle unattended while

the engine is warming up.

CAUTION:

6. To stop the engine, move the shift lever to

the “P” (Park) position, apply the parking

brake and push the ignition switch to the

“OFF” position.

For VK56VD engine model, in preparation for

the next engine start, the engine may have a

slightly delayed shutoff after placing the igni-

tion switch in the OFF position, depending on

the driving conditions.

To start the engine immediately, push and

release the ignition switch while depressing

the brake pedal with the ignition switch in

any position.

.

The cold engine idle speed is high, so use

caution when shifting into a forward or

reverse gear before the engine has

warmed up.

Avoid revving up the engine while the

vehicle is stopped. This could cause un-

expected vehicle movement.

4. Immediately release the ignition switch

when the engine starts. If the engine starts,

but fails to run, repeat the above proce-

dures.

.

Do not downshift abruptly on slippery

If the engine is very hard to start in

extremely cold or hot weather, depress

the accelerator pedal and hold it. Push the

ignition switch for up to 15 seconds while

holding. Release the accelerator pedal

when the engine starts.

roads. This may cause a loss of control.

REMOTE ENGINE START (if equipped)

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 mov-

ing rearward. This could cause serious

damage to the transmission.

Vehicles started with the remote engine start

function require the ignition switch to be

placed in the ON position before the shift lever

can be moved from the P (Park) position. To

place the ignition switch in the ON position,

perform the following steps:

CAUTION:

.

Except in an emergency, do not shift to

the “N” (Neutral) position while driving.

Coasting with the transmission in the “N”

(Neutral) position may cause serious da-

mage to the transmission.

Start the engine in either the “P” (Park) or

“N” (Neutral) position. The engine will not

start in any other gear position. If it does,

have your vehicle checked by a NISSAN

dealer.

.

As soon as the engine has started,

release the ignition switch immediately.

1. Make sure that the Intelligent Key is on you.

2. Depress the brake pedal.

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 be-

fore cranking the engine again. Other-

wise, the starter could be damaged.

3. Push the ignition switch once to the ON

position.

For additional information about the remote

engine start function, see “Remote engine start”

(P.3-17).

.

If it becomes necessary to start the

engine with a booster battery and jumper

cables, the instructions and cautions

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