Get Pre-driving checks and adjustments -> Liftgate Guide for Nissan Qashqai SUV 2020

LIFTGATE

WARNING

Always be sure the liftgate has

been closed securely to prevent it

from opening while driving.

Do not drive with the liftgate

open. This could allow dangerous

exhaust gases to be drawn into

the vehicle. For additional infor-

mation, refer to “Exhaust gas

(carbon monoxide)” (P.5-4).

To help avoid risk of injury or

death through unintended opera-

tion of the vehicle and or its

systems, including entrapment

in windows or inadvertent door

lock activation, do not leave chil-

dren, people who require the

assistance of others or pets un-

attended in your vehicle. Addi-

tionally, the temperature inside a

closed vehicle on a warm day can

quickly become high enough to

cause a significant risk of injury

or death to people and pets.

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1. Pull the hood lock release handle

located below the instrument panel

until the hood springs up.

1. While supporting the hood, return the

support rod to its original position.

2. Slowly lower the hood to about 8 to 12

in (20 to 30 cm) above the hood lock,

then let it drop.

2. Locate the lever

in between the

hood and grille, and push the lever up

with your fingertips.

3. Make sure it is securely latched.

3. Raise the hood.

4. Remove the support rod and insert it

into the slot

Hold the coated part

when removing

or resetting the support rod. Avoid

direct contact with the metal parts, as

they may be hot immediately after the

engine has been stopped.

Always be sure that hands and

feet are clear of the door frame to

avoid injury while closing the

liftgate.

When closing the hood:

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CAUTION

Do not use accessory carriers that

attach to the liftgate. Doing so will

cause damage to the vehicle.

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To open the liftgate, unlock it and push

the opener switch . Pull up the liftgate to

open.

LIFTGATE RELEASE LEVER

If the liftgate cannot be opened with the

power door lock switch due to a dis-

charged battery, follow these steps.

The liftgate can be unlocked by:

pushing the UNLOCK

button on

1. Fold the rear seats down. See “Seats”

the key.

(P.1-3).

pushing the liftgate request switch (if

so equipped).

2. Remove the cover plate from the lock

using a suitable tool.

3. Move the release lever to the right

using a suitable tool as illustrated. The

liftgate will be unlatched.

pushing the door handle request

switch (if so equipped).

pushing the power door lock switch to

the unlock position.

4. Push the liftgate up to open.

To close the liftgate, pull down until it

It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN

securely locks.

dealer as soon as possible for repair.

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FUEL-FILLER DOOR

WARNING

Fuel is extremely flammable and

highly explosive under certain

conditions. You could be burned

or seriously injured if it is misused

or mishandled. Always stop the

engine and do not smoke or allow

open flames or sparks near the

vehicle when refueling.

Fuel may be under pressure. Turn

the cap a half of a turn, and wait

for any “hissing” sound to stop to

prevent fuel from spraying out

and possibly causing personal

injury. Then remove the cap.

Use only an original equipment

type fuel-filler cap as a replace-

ment. It has a built-in safety valve

needed for proper operation of

the fuel system and emission

control system. An incorrect cap

can result in a serious malfunc-

tion and possible injury.

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OPENING THE FUEL-FILLER DOOR

FUEL-FILLER CAP

To remove the fuel-filler cap:

To open the fuel-filler door, pull the

release handle located below the instru-

ment panel. To lock, close the fuel-filler

door securely.

1. Turn the fuel-filler cap counterclock-

wise to remove.

2. Put the fuel-filler cap on the cap

holder while refueling.

To install the fuel-filler cap:

1. Insert the fuel-filler cap straight into

the fuel-filler tube.

2. Turn the fuel-filler cap clockwise

until a single click is heard.

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Do not fill a portable fuel contain-

er in the vehicle or trailer. Static

electricity can cause an explosion

of flammable liquid, vapor or gas

in any vehicle or trailer. To reduce

the risk of serious injury or death

when filling portable fuel contain-

ers:

indicator light (MIL) to illuminate.

WARNING

If the

light illuminates be-

cause the fuel-filler cap is loose

or missing, tighten or install the

cap and continue to drive the

Gasoline is extremely flammable

and highly explosive under cer-

tain conditions. You could be

burned or seriously injured if it is

misused or mishandled. Always

stop engine and do not smoke or

allow open flames or sparks near

the vehicle when refueling.

Do not attempt to top off the fuel

tank after the fuel pump nozzle

shuts off automatically. Contin-

ued refueling may cause fuel

overflow, resulting in fuel spray

and possibly a fire.

Use only an original equipment

type fuel-filler cap as a replace-

ment. It has a built-in safety valve

needed for proper operation of

the fuel system and emission

control system. An incorrect cap

can result in a serious malfunc-

tion and possible injury. It could

also cause the malfunction indi-

cator light to come on.

vehicle. The

light should turn

off after a few driving trips. If the

light does not turn off after a

few driving trips, have the vehicle

inspected. It is recommended you

— Always place the container on

the ground when filling.

visit

a NISSAN dealer for this

— Do not use electronic devices

when filling.

— Keep the pump nozzle in con-

tact with the container while

you are filling it.

— Use only approved portable

fuel containers for flammable

liquid.

service.

For additional information, see

“Malfunction Indicator Light

(MIL)” (P.2-17).

The LOOSE FUEL CAP warning

message will be displayed if the

fuel-filler cap is not properly tigh-

tened. It may take a few driving

trips for the message to be dis-

played. Failure to tighten the fuel-

filler cap properly after the LOOSE

FUEL CAP warning message is

displayed may cause the

Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)

to illuminate.

CAUTION

If fuel is spilled on the vehicle

body, flush it away with water to

avoid paint damage.

Never pour fuel into the throttle

body to attempt to start your

vehicle.

Insert the cap straight into the

fuel-filler tube, then tighten until

the fuel-filler cap clicks. Failure to

tighten the fuel-filler cap properly

may cause the

malfunction

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TILT/TELESCOPIC STEERING

3. Push the OK button on the steering

wheel for about 1 second to turn off

the LOOSE FUEL CAP warning mes-

sage after tightening the fuel cap.

WARNING

Do not adjust the steering wheel

while driving. You could lose control

of your vehicle and cause an acci-

dent.

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LOOSE FUEL CAP warning message

The LOOSE FUEL CAP warning message

is displayed on the vehicle information

display when the fuel-filler cap is not

tightened correctly after the vehicle has

been refueled. It may take a few driving

trips for the message to be displayed. To

turn off the warning message, do the

following procedure:

1. Remove and install the fuel-filler cap

as soon as possible. For additional

information, refer to “Fuel-filler cap”

(P.3-28).

2. Tighten the fuel-filler cap until it clicks.

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