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HILL START ASSIST SYSTEM

REAR SONAR SYSTEM (RSS)

so may result in a collision or

serious personal injury.

WARNING

The hill start assist system automatically

keeps the brakes applied to help prevent

the vehicle from rolling backwards in the

time it takes the driver to release the

brake pedal and apply the accelerator

when the vehicle is stopped on a hill.

The hill start assist system will operate

automatically under the following condi-

tions:

Never rely solely on the hill start

assist system to prevent the ve-

hicle from moving backward on a

hill. Always drive carefully and

attentively. Depress the brake

pedal when the vehicle is stopped

on a steep hill. Be especially care-

ful when stopped on a hill on

frozen or muddy roads. Failure

to prevent the vehicle from rolling

backwards may result in a loss of

control of the vehicle and possi-

ble serious injury or death.

The hill start assist system is not

designed to hold the vehicle at a

standstill on a hill. Depress the

brake pedal when the vehicle is

stopped on a steep hill. Failure to

do so may cause the vehicle to

roll backwards and may result in

a collision or serious personal

injury.

The transmission is shifted to a for-

ward or reverse gear.

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The vehicle is stopped completely on a

hill by applying the brake.

The RSS sounds a tone to inform the

driver of obstacles near the rear bumper.

When the “Display” key is on, the sonar

view will automatically appear in the

touchscreen display. An additional view

of the sonar status will appear in the

vehicle information display for reference.

The maximum holding time is 2 seconds.

After 2 seconds the vehicle will begin to

roll back and the hill start assist system

will stop operating completely.

The hill start assist system will not

operate when the transmission is shifted

to the N (Neutral) or P (Park) position (CVT

models) or on a flat and level road.

When the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)

warning light illuminates in the meter, the

hill start assist system will not operate.

(See “Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)

warning light” (P.2-15).)

WARNING

The hill start assist system may

not prevent the vehicle from roll-

ing backwards on a hill under all

load or road conditions. Always

be prepared to depress the brake

pedal to prevent the vehicle from

rolling backwards. Failure to do

The RSS is a convenience but it is

not a substitute for proper park-

ing.

The driver is always responsible

for safety during parking and

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SYSTEM OPERATION

other maneuvers. Always look

around and check that it is safe

to do so before parking.

Read and understand the limita-

tions of the RSS as contained in

this section. The colors of the

sonar indicator and the distance

guide lines in the rear view in-

dicate different distances to the

object.

Inclement weather or ultrasonic

sources such as an automatic car

wash, a truck’s compressed-air

brakes or a pneumatic drill may

affect the function of the system;

this may include reduced perfor-

mance or a false activation.

The RSS is designed as an aid to

the driver in detecting large sta-

tionary objects to help avoid da-

maging the vehicle.

The RSS is not designed to pre-

vent contact with small or mov-

ing objects. Always move slowly.

The system will not detect small

objects below the bumper, and

may not detect objects close to

the bumper or on the ground.

The RSS may not detect the

following objects: fluffy objects

such as snow, cloth, cotton, glass,

wool, etc.; thin objects such as

rope, wire and chain, etc.; or

wedge-shaped objects.

The system informs with a visual and

audible alert of rear obstacles when the

shift lever is in the R (Reverse) position.

If your vehicle sustains damage to the

bumper fascia, leaving it misaligned or

bent, the sensing zone may be altered

causing inaccurate measurement of ob-

stacles or false alarms.

Range

Rear sonar

Sound

Display

P (Park)

R (Reverse)

N (Neutral)

D (Drive)

CAUTION

O = Display / Beep when detect

C = Display on camera view

B = No display and beep

Excessive noise (such as audio

system volume or an open vehi-

cle window) will interfere with the

tone and it may not be heard.

Keep the sonar sensors (located

on the rear bumper fascia) free

from snow, ice and large accu-

mulations of dirt. Do not clean the

sensors with sharp objects. If the

sensors are covered, the accuracy

of the sonar function will be

diminished.

The system is deactivated at speeds

above 6 MPH (10 km/h). It is reactivated

at lower speeds.

The intermittent tone will stop after 3

seconds when an obstacle is detected by

only the corner sensor and the distance

does not change. The tone will stop when

the obstacle gets away from the vehicle.

When the object is detected, the indicator

(green) appears and blinks and the tone

sounds intermittently. When the vehicle

moves closer to the object, the color of

the indicator turns yellow and the rate of

the blinking increases. When the vehicle is

very close to the object, the indicator

stops blinking and turns red, and the tone

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sounds continuously.

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Example

When the corner of the vehicle moves

closer to an object, the corner sonar

The system indicators will appear when

the vehicle moves closer to an object (if

so equipped).

indicator

appears. When the center of

the vehicle moves close to an object, the

center sonar indicator appears.

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HOW TO ENABLE/DISABLE THE RSS

The system is automatically activated

when the ignition switch is in the ON

position and the shift lever is in the R

(Reverse) position.

Perform the following steps to enable or

disable the RSS:

1. Press the

button until “Set-

tings” appears in the vehicle informa-

tion display and then press OK button.

Use the

button to select “Driver

Assistance.” Then press the OK button.

2. Select “Parking Aids” and press the OK

button

3. Select “Rear Sensor” and press the OK

button to turn the system on or off.

Select “Display” to display the rear

sensor in the vehicle information

display when the RSS activates.

Select “Range” to change the RSS

distance to “Far,” “Mid,” or “Near.”

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RSS LIMITATIONS

The RSS may not detect the

following objects: fluffy objects

such as snow, cloth, cotton,

glass-wool, etc.; thin objects such

as rope, wire and chain, etc.; or

wedge-shaped objects.

The RSS may not detect objects

at speed above 3 MPH (5 km/h)

and may not detect certain angu-

lar or moving objects.

WARNING

Listed below are the RSS limitations

for the sonar system. Failure to

operate the vehicle in accordance

with these system limitations could

result in serious injury or death.

Read and understand the limita-

tions of the RSS as contained in

this section. Inclement weather

may affect the function of the

RSS; this may include reduced

performance or a false activation.

SYSTEM TEMPORARILY UNAVAIL-

ABLE

When sonar blockage is detected, the

system will be deactivated automatically.

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The system is not available until the

conditions no longer exist.

The system is deactivated at

speeds above 6 MPH (10 km/h).

It is reactivated at lower speeds.

Inclement weather or ultrasonic

sources such as an automatic car

wash, a truck’s compressed-air

brakes or a pneumatic drill may

affect the function of the RSS;

this may include reduced perfor-

mance or a false activation.

The RSS is not designed to pre-

vent contact with small or mov-

ing objects. Always move slowly.

The system will not detect small

objects below the bumper or on

the ground.

SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

The sonar sensors

are located on the

The sonar sensors may be blocked by

temporary ambient conditions such as

splashing water, mist or fog. The blocked

condition may also be caused by objects

such as ice, frost or dirt obstructing the

sonar sensors.

rear bumper. Always keep the area near

the sonar sensors clean.

The sonar sensors may be blocked by

temporary ambient conditions such as

splashing water, mist or fog.

The blocked condition may also be

caused by objects such as ice, frost or

dirt obstructing the sonar sensors.

Action to take:

When the above conditions no longer

exist, the system will resume automati-

cally.

Check for and remove objects obstruct-

ing the area around the sonar sensors.

Do not attach stickers (including trans-

parent material), install accessories or

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COLD WEATHER DRIVING

apply additional paint near the sonar

sensors.

Do not strike or damage the area around

the sonar sensors. It is recommended

that you visit a NISSAN dealer if the area

around the sonar sensors is damaged

due to a collision.

FREEING A FROZEN DOOR LOCK

TIRE EQUIPMENT

To prevent a door lock from freezing,

apply deicer through the key hole. If the

lock becomes frozen, heat the key before

inserting it into the key hole, or use the

Intelligent Key system or the remote

keyless entry key fob.

SUMMER tires have a tread designed to

provide superior performance on dry

pavement. However, the performance of

these tires will be substantially reduced in

snowy and icy conditions. If you operate

your vehicle on snowy or icy roads,

NISSAN recommends the use of MUD &

SNOW or ALL SEASON tires on all four

wheels. It is recommended you consult a

NISSAN dealer for the tire type, size, speed

rating and availability information.

ANTI-FREEZE

In the winter when it is anticipated that

the outside temperature will drop below

32°F (0°C), check the anti-freeze to assure

proper winter protection. For additional

information, see “Engine cooling system”

(P.8-4).

For additional traction on icy roads,

studded tires may be used. However,

some U.S. states and Canadian provinces

prohibit their use. Check local, state and

provincial laws before installing studded

tires.

Skid and traction capabilities of

studded snow tires, on wet or dry

surfaces, may be poorer than that of

non-studded snow tires.

BATTERY

If the battery is not fully charged during

extremely cold weather conditions, the

battery fluid may freeze and damage the

battery. To maintain maximum efficiency,

the battery should be checked regularly.

For additional information, see “Battery”

(P.8-11).

Tire chains may be used. For details, see

DRAINING OF COOLANT WATER

“Tire chains” (P.8-36) of this manual.

If the vehicle is to be left outside without

anti-freeze, drain the cooling system,

including the engine block. Refill before

operating the vehicle. For details, see

“Engine cooling system” (P.8-4).

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