Starting and driving -> Intelligent Emergency Braking for Your Nissan X Trail SUV 2020

INTELLIGENT EMERGENCY  
BRAKING (if equipped)  
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Do not place reflective materials, such as  
white paper or a mirror, on the instrument  
panel. The reflection of sunlight may ad-  
versely affect the camera unit’s detection  
capability of detecting lane markers.  
WARNING:  
Failure to follow the warnings and instruc-  
tions for proper use of the Intelligent Emer-  
gency Braking system could result in serious  
personal injury or death.  
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  
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The Intelligent Emergency Braking sys-  
tem is a supplemental aid to the driver. It  
is not  
a replacement for the driver’s  
due to an accident, contact  
dealer.  
a NISSAN  
attention to traffic conditions or respon-  
sibility to drive safely. It cannot prevent  
accidents due to carelessness or danger-  
ous driving techniques.  
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The Intelligent Emergency Braking sys-  
tem does not function in all driving,  
traffic, weather and road conditions.  
The Intelligent Emergency Braking system can  
assist the driver when there is  
a risk of a  
forward collision with the vehicle ahead in the  
traveling lane.  
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The Intelligent Emergency Braking system uses  
a radar sensor  
located on the front of the  
vehicle to measure the distance to the vehicle  
ahead in the same lane.  
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Emergency Braking system detects that there  
is still the possibility of a forward collision, the  
system will automatically increase the braking  
force.  
If the driver does not take action, the Intelligent  
Emergency Braking system issues the second  
visual (flashing) (red) and audible warning. If the  
driver releases the accelerator pedal, then the  
system applies partial braking.  
If the risk of a collision becomes imminent, the  
Intelligent Emergency Braking system applies  
harder braking automatically.  
While the Intelligent Emergency Braking system  
is operating, you may hear the sound of brake  
operation. This is normal and indicates that the  
Intelligent Emergency Braking system is oper-  
ating properly.  
NOTE:  
The vehicle’s stop lights come on when  
braking is performed by the Intelligent Emer-  
gency Braking system.  
Depending on vehicle speed and distance to  
the vehicle ahead, as well as driving and road-  
way conditions, the system may help the driver  
avoid a forward collision or may help mitigate  
the consequences of a collision should one be  
unavoidable.  
If the driver is handling the steering wheel,  
accelerating or braking, the Intelligent Emer-  
gency Braking system will function later or will  
not function.  
WAF0158X  
Intelligent Emergency Braking emergency  
warning indicator  
INTELLIGENT EMERGENCY BRAKING  
SYSTEM OPERATION  
Steering-wheel-mounted controls (left  
The Intelligent Emergency Braking system will  
function when your vehicle is driven at speeds  
above approximately 5 km/h (3 MPH).  
side)  
Intelligent Emergency Braking system  
warning light (on the meter panel)  
The automatic braking will cease under the  
If  
a risk of a forward collision is detected,  
following conditions:  
detection system will firstly provide the warn-  
ing to the driver by illuminating the warning  
(yellow) in the vehicle information display and  
providing an audible alert.  
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When the steering wheel is turned as far as  
necessary to avoid a collision.  
When the accelerator pedal is depressed.  
If the driver applies the brakes quickly and  
forcefully after the warning, and the Intelligent  
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When there is no longer a vehicle detected  
ahead.  
TURNING THE INTELLIGENT EMERGENCY BRAKING SYSTEM ON/OFF  
If the Intelligent Emergency Braking system has  
stopped the vehicle, the vehicle will remain at a  
standstill for approximately 2 seconds before  
the brakes are released.  
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Intelligent Emergency Braking system  
warning light (on the instrument panel)  
Vehicle information display  
1. Press the  
button until “Settings”  
displays in the vehicle information display  
and then press “OK” button. Use the  
button to select “Driver Assistance”. Then  
press the “OK” button.  
Steering-wheel-mounted controls (left  
side)  
2. Select “Driving Aids” and press the “OK”  
Perform the following steps to enable or  
disable the Intelligent Emergency Braking sys-  
tem.  
button.  
3. To set the Intelligent Emergency Braking  
system to on or off, use the “OK” button to  
check the box for “Emergency Brake.”  
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When the Intelligent Emergency Braking sys-  
tem is turned off, the Intelligent Emergency  
— Dirt, ice, snow or other material cover-  
ing the radar sensor.  
Braking system warning light (orange)  
minates.  
illu-  
— Interference by other radar sources.  
— Snow or road spray from traveling  
vehicles.  
NOTE:  
The Intelligent Emergency Braking system  
will be automatically turned ON when the  
engine is restarted.  
— If the vehicle ahead is narrow (e.g.  
motorcycle)  
— When driving on  
a steep downhill  
INTELLIGENT EMERGENCY BRAKING  
SYSTEM LIMITATIONS  
slope or roads with sharp curves.  
— When your vehicle is towing a trailer,  
etc. (for Australia, New Zealand, South  
Africa and Europe)  
WARNING:  
Listed below are the system limitations for  
the Intelligent Emergency Braking system.  
Failure to operate the vehicle in accordance  
with these system limitations could result in  
serious injury or death.  
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In some road or traffic conditions, the  
Intelligent Emergency Braking system  
may unexpectedly push the accelerator  
pedal up or apply partial braking. When  
acceleration is necessary, continue to  
depress the accelerator pedal to override  
the system.  
The Intelligent Emergency Braking sys-  
tem may react a roadside object (traffic  
sign, guard rail etc.).  
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The Intelligent Emergency Braking sys-  
tem cannot detect all vehicles under all  
conditions.  
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The radar sensor does not detect the  
following objects:  
— Pedestrians, animals or obstacles in  
the roadway  
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Braking distances increase on slippery  
surfaces.  
The system is designed to automatically  
check the sensor’s functionality, within  
certain limitations. The system may not  
detect some forms of obstruction of the  
sensor area such as ice, snow, stickers,  
for example. In these cases, the system  
may not be able to warn the driver  
properly. Be sure that you check, clean  
and clear the sensor area regularly.  
— Oncoming vehicles  
— Crossing vehicles  
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The radar sensor has some performance  
limitations. If a stationary vehicle is in the  
vehicle’s path, the Intelligent Emergency  
Braking system will not function when  
the vehicle is driven at speeds over  
approximately 80 km/h (50 MPH).  
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Excessive noise will interfere with the  
warning chime sound, and the chime  
may not be heard.  
The radar sensor may not detect a vehicle  
ahead in the following conditions:  
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Condition B  
In the following condition, the Intelligent Emer-  
gency Braking system warning light (orange)  
will illuminate and the “Not available: Front  
radar obstructed” warning message will appear  
in the vehicle information display.  
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The sensor area on the front of the vehicle  
is covered with dirt or is obstructed.  
Action to take  
If the warning light (orange) comes on, stop the  
vehicle in a safe place and turn the engine off.  
Clean the radar cover on the front of the  
vehicle with a soft cloth, and restart the engine.  
If the warning light continues to illuminate,  
have the Intelligent Emergency Braking system  
checked by a NISSAN dealer.  
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When driving on some roads, such as winding,  
hilly, curved, narrow roads, or roads which are  
under construction, the sensor may detect  
vehicles in a different lane, or may temporarily  
not detect a vehicle traveling ahead. This may  
cause the system to work inappropriately.  
The detection of vehicles may also be affected  
by vehicle operation (steering maneuver or  
traveling position in the lane, etc.) or vehicle  
condition. If this occurs, the system may warn  
you by blinking the system indicator and  
sounding the chime unexpectedly. You will  
have to manually control the proper distance  
away from the vehicle traveling ahead.  
SYSTEM TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE  
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When driving on roads with limited road  
structures or buildings (for example, long  
bridges, deserts, snow fields, driving next to  
long walls).  
Action to take  
When the above conditions no longer exist, the  
Intelligent Emergency Braking system will re-  
sume automatically.  
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Condition C  
When Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)/Electro-  
nic Stability Program (ESP) system is OFF, the  
Intelligent Emergency Braking brake will not  
operate. In this case only visible and audible  
warning operates. The Intelligent Emergency  
Braking system warning light (orange) will  
illuminate.  
Condition A  
When the radar sensor picks up interference  
from another radar source, making it impos-  
sible to detect a vehicle ahead, the Intelligent  
Emergency Braking system is automatically  
turned off.  
The Intelligent Emergency Braking system  
Action to take  
warning light (orange) will illuminate.  
When the VDC/ESP system is ON, the Intelligent  
Emergency Braking system will resume auto-  
matically.  
Action to take  
When the above conditions no longer exist, the  
Intelligent Emergency Braking system will re-  
sume automatically.  
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INTELLIGENT EMERGENCY  
BRAKING WITH PEDESTRIAN  
DETECTION SYSTEM (if equipped)  
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Do not strike or damage the areas around  
the sensor.  
Do not cover or attach stickers or similar  
objects on the front of the vehicle near the  
sensor area. This could cause failure or  
malfunction.  
Do not attach metallic objects near the  
sensor area (brush guard, etc.). This could  
cause failure or malfunction.  
Do not alter, remove or paint the front of  
the vehicle near the sensor area. Contact a  
NISSAN dealer before customizing or re-  
storing the sensor area.  
SYSTEM MALFUNCTION  
WARNING:  
If the Intelligent Emergency Braking system  
malfunctions, it will be turned off automatically,  
a chime will sound, the Intelligent Emergency  
Braking system warning light (orange) will  
illuminate and the “System fault” warning  
message will appear in the vehicle information  
display.  
Failure to follow the warnings and instruc-  
tions for proper use of the Intelligent Emer-  
gency Braking with pedestrian detection  
system could result in serious injury or death.  
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The Intelligent Emergency Braking with  
pedestrian detection system is a supple-  
Action to take:  
mental aid to the driver. It is not  
a
replacement for the driver’s attention to  
traffic conditions or responsibility to  
drive safely. It cannot prevent accidents  
due to carelessness or dangerous driving  
techniques.  
If the Intelligent Emergency Braking system  
warning light (orange) comes on, stop the  
vehicle in a safe location. Turn the engine off  
and restart the engine. If the warning light  
continues to illuminate, have the Intelligent  
For the radio approval numbers and informa-  
tion, see “Radio approval number and informa-  
tion” (P.9-15).  
Emergency Braking system checked by  
NISSAN dealer.  
a
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The Intelligent Emergency Braking with  
pedestrian detection system does not  
function in all driving, traffic, weather  
and road conditions.  
SYSTEM MAINTENANCE  
The Intelligent Emergency Braking with pedes-  
trian detection system can assist the driver  
when there is a risk of a forward collision with  
the vehicle ahead in the traveling lane or with a  
pedestrian.  
JVS0956X  
The sensor  
vehicle.  
is located on the front of the  
To keep the system operating properly, be sure  
to observe the following:  
JVS0973X  
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Always keep the sensor area on the front of  
the vehicle clean.  
The Intelligent Emergency Braking with pedes-  
trian detection system uses a radar sensor  
located on the front of the vehicle to measure  
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the distance to the vehicle ahead in the same  
lane.  
INTELLIGENT EMERGENCY BRAKING  
WITH PEDESTRIAN DETECTION SYSTEM  
OPERATION  
The Intelligent Emergency Braking system will  
function when your vehicle is driven at speeds  
above approximately 5 km/h (3 MPH).  
For pedestrians, the Intelligent Emergency  
Braking system uses  
a
camera  
installed  
behind the windshield in addition to the radar  
sensor.  
For the pedestrian detection function, the  
Intelligent Emergency Braking system operates  
at speeds between 10 – 60 km/h (6 – 37 MPH).  
If  
a risk of a forward collision is detected,  
detection system will firstly provide the warn-  
ing to the driver by illuminating the warning  
(yellow) in the vehicle information display and  
providing an audible alert.  
If the driver applies the brakes quickly and  
forcefully after the warning, and the Intelligent  
Emergency Braking system detects that there  
is still the possibility of a forward collision, the  
system will automatically increase the braking  
force.  
If the driver does not take action, the Intelligent  
Emergency Braking system issues the second  
visual (flashing) (red) and audible warning. If the  
driver releases the accelerator pedal, then the  
system applies partial braking.  
If the risk of a collision becomes imminent, the  
Intelligent Emergency Braking system applies  
harder braking automatically.  
While the Intelligent Emergency Braking system  
is operating, you may hear the sound of brake  
operation. This is normal and indicates that the  
Intelligent Emergency Braking system is oper-  
ating properly.  
WAF0158X  
Intelligent Emergency Braking emergency  
warning indicator  
Intelligent Emergency Braking system  
warning light (on the meter panel)  
NOTE:  
Steering-wheel-mounted controls (left  
The vehicle’s stop lights come on when  
braking is performed by the Intelligent Emer-  
gency Braking system.  
side)  
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Depending on vehicle speed and distance to  
the vehicle or pedestrian ahead, as well as  
driving and roadway conditions, the system  
may help the driver avoid a forward collision or  
TURNING THE INTELLIGENT EMERGENCY BRAKING WITH PEDESTRIAN DETECTION  
SYSTEM ON/OFF  
may help mitigate the consequences of  
collision should one be unavoidable.  
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If the driver is handling the steering wheel,  
accelerating or braking, the Intelligent Emer-  
gency Braking system will function later or will  
not function.  
The automatic braking will cease under the  
following conditions:  
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When the steering wheel is turned as far as  
necessary to avoid a collision.  
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When the accelerator pedal is depressed.  
When there is no longer  
a vehicle or  
pedestrian detected ahead.  
If the Intelligent Emergency Braking system has  
stopped the vehicle, the vehicle will remain at a  
standstill for approximately 2 seconds before  
the brakes are released.  
JVS0971X  
Intelligent Emergency Braking system  
warning light (on the meter panel)  
Vehicle information display  
1. Press the  
button until “Settings”  
displays in the vehicle information display  
and then press “OK” button. Use the  
button to select “Driver Assistance”. Then  
press the “OK” button.  
Steering-wheel-mounted controls (left  
side)  
2. Select “Driving Aids” and press the “OK”  
Perform the following steps to enable or  
disable the Intelligent Emergency Braking with  
pedestrian detection system.  
button.  
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3. To set the Intelligent Emergency Braking  
system to on or off, use the “OK” button to  
check the box for “Emergency Brake.”  
— Pedestrians in wheelchairs or using  
mobile transport such as scooters,  
child-operated toys, or skateboards.  
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The radar sensor Intelligent Emergency  
Braking system may not function prop-  
erly or detect  
a vehicle ahead in the  
following conditions:  
When the Intelligent Emergency Braking sys-  
— Pedestrians who are seated or other-  
wise not in a full upright standing or  
walking position.  
tem is turned off, the Intelligent Emergency  
— Poor visibility (conditions such as rain,  
snow, fog, dust storms, sandstorms,  
and road spray from other vehicles)  
Braking system warning light illuminates  
.
NOTE:  
— Obstacles on the roadway  
— Oncoming vehicles  
— Driving on a steep downhill slope or  
roads with sharp curves.  
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The Intelligent Emergency Braking sys-  
tem will be automatically turned ON  
when the engine is restarted.  
— Crossing vehicles  
— Driving on a bumpy road surface, such  
as an uneven dirt road.  
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When the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)/  
ESP system is turned off, the Intelligent  
Emergency Braking system is also turned  
off. For details about the VDC/ESP sys-  
tem, see “Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)/  
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) sys-  
tem” (P.5-34).  
— Obstacles on the roadside  
— If dirt, ice, snow or other material is  
covering the radar sensor area.  
.
The Intelligent Emergency Braking sys-  
tem has some performance limitations.  
— Interference by other radar sources.  
— If a stationary vehicle is in the vehi-  
cle’s path, the Intelligent Emergency  
Braking system will not function  
when the vehicle is driven at speeds  
over approximately 80 km/h (50  
MPH).  
— The camera area of windshield is  
fogged up, or covered with dirt, water  
drops, ice, snow, etc.  
INTELLIGENT EMERGENCY BRAKING  
WITH PEDESTRIAN DETECTION SYSTEM  
LIMITATIONS  
— Strong light (for example, sunlight or  
high beams from oncoming vehicles)  
enters the front camera. Strong light  
causes the area around the pedes-  
trian to be cast in a shadow, making it  
difficult to see.  
— For pedestrian detection, the Intelli-  
gent Emergency Braking system will  
not function when the vehicle is  
driven at speeds over approximately  
60 km/h (37 MPH) or below approxi-  
mately 10 km/h (6 MPH).  
WARNING:  
Listed below are the system limitations for  
the Intelligent Emergency Braking system.  
Failure to operate the vehicle in accordance  
with these system limitations could result in  
serious injury or death.  
— A sudden change in brightness oc-  
curs. (For example, when the vehicle  
enters or exits a tunnel or a shaded  
area or lightning flashes.)  
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The Intelligent Emergency Braking sys-  
tem may not function for pedestrians in  
darkness or in tunnels, even if there is  
street lighting in the area.  
The Intelligent Emergency Braking sys-  
tem may not function if the vehicle ahead  
is narrow (for example a motorcycle).  
The Intelligent Emergency Braking sys-  
tem may not function if speed difference  
between the two vehicles is too small.  
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The Intelligent Emergency Braking sys-  
tem cannot detect all vehicles or pedes-  
trians under all conditions.  
— The poor contrast of a person to the  
background, such as having clothing  
color or pattern which is similar to  
the background.  
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The Intelligent Emergency Braking sys-  
tem does not detect the following ob-  
jects:  
— The pedestrian’s profile is partially  
obscured or unidentifiable due to  
the pedestrian transporting luggage,  
wearing bulky or very loose-fitting  
clothing or accessories.  
— Small pedestrians (including small  
children), animals and cyclists.  
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— When towing a trailer or other vehicle  
(for Australia, New Zealand, South  
Africa and Europe).  
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The system performance may degrade in  
the following conditions:  
— The vehicle is driven on a slippery  
road.  
— The vehicle is driven on a slope.  
— Excessively heavy baggage is loaded  
in the rear seat or the luggage area of  
your vehicle.  
SSD0253  
When driving on some roads, such as winding,  
hilly, curved, narrow roads, or roads which are  
under construction, the sensor may detect  
vehicles in a different lane, or may temporarily  
not detect a vehicle traveling ahead. This may  
cause the system to work inappropriately.  
The detection of vehicles may also be affected  
by vehicle operation (steering maneuver or  
traveling position in the lane, etc.) or vehicle  
condition. If this occurs, the system may warn  
you by blinking the system indicator and  
sounding the chime unexpectedly. You will  
have to manually control the proper distance  
away from the vehicle traveling ahead.  
SYSTEM TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE  
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The system is designed to automatically  
check the sensor (radar and camera)’s  
functionality, within certain limitations.  
The system may not detect blockage of  
sensor areas covered by ice, snow or  
stickers, for example. In these cases, the  
system may not be able to warn the  
driver properly. Be sure that you check,  
clean and clear sensor areas regularly.  
In some road and traffic conditions, the  
Intelligent Emergency Braking system  
may unexpectedly apply partial braking.  
When acceleration is necessary, depress  
the accelerator pedal to override the  
system.  
.
.
JVS0972X  
Condition A  
The Intelligent Emergency Braking sys-  
tem may react a roadside object (traffic  
sign, guard rail etc.)  
In the following conditions, the Intelligent  
Emergency Braking system warning light (or-  
ange) will illuminate and the system will be  
turned off automatically.  
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Braking distances increase on slippery  
surfaces.  
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The radar sensor picks up interference  
Excessive noise will interfere with the  
warning chime sound, and the chime  
may not be heard.  
from another radar source.  
The camera area of windshield is misted or  
frozen.  
Strong light is shining from the front.  
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The cabin temperature is over approxi-  
mately 40°C (104°F) in direct sunlight.  
Action to take:  
SYSTEM MAINTENANCE  
When the above conditions no longer exist, the  
Intelligent Emergency Braking with pedestrian  
detection system will resume automatically.  
The camera area of windshield glass is  
continuously covered with dirt, etc.  
Action to take:  
Condition C  
When the above conditions no longer exist, the  
Intelligent Emergency Braking with pedestrian  
detection system will resume automatically.  
When VDC/ESP system is OFF, the Intelligent  
Emergency Braking brake will not operate. In  
this case only visible and audible warning  
operates. The Intelligent Emergency Braking  
system warning light (orange) will illuminate.  
NOTE:  
When the inside of the windshield on camera  
area is misted or frozen, it will take a period  
of time to remove it after air conditioner  
turns on. If dirt appears on this area, it is  
recommended you visit a NISSAN dealer.  
Action to take:  
JVS0973X  
When VDC/ESP system is ON, the Intelligent  
Emergency Braking system will resume auto-  
matically.  
The radar sensor  
is located on the front of  
the vehicle. The camera  
is located on the  
Condition B  
upper side of the windshield.  
SYSTEM MALFUNCTION  
In the following condition, the Intelligent Emer-  
gency Braking system warning light (orange)  
will illuminate and the “Not available: Front  
radar obstructed” warning message will appear  
in the vehicle information display.  
To keep the Intelligent Emergency Braking  
system operating properly, be sure to observe  
the following:  
If the Intelligent Emergency Braking system  
malfunctions, it will be turned off automatically,  
a chime will sound, the Intelligent Emergency  
Braking system warning light (orange) will  
illuminate and the warning message “System  
fault” will appear in the vehicle information  
display.  
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Always keep the sensor area on the front of  
the vehicle and windshield clean.  
.
The sensor area of the front of the vehicle is  
Do not strike or damage the areas around  
the sensors (ex. Bumper, windshield).  
Do not cover or attach stickers or similar  
objects on the front of the vehicle near the  
sensor area. This could cause failure or  
malfunction.  
covered with dirt or is obstructed  
Action to take:  
Action to take:  
If the warning light (orange) comes on, stop the  
vehicle in a safe place and turn the engine off.  
Clean the radar cover on the front grille with a  
soft cloth, and restart the engine. If the warning  
light continues to illuminate, have the Intelli-  
gent Emergency Braking with pedestrian de-  
tection system checked by a NISSAN dealer.  
If the warning light (orange) comes on, stop the  
vehicle in a safe location. Turn the engine off  
and restart the engine. If the warning light  
continues to illuminate, have the Intelligent  
.
.
Do not attach metallic objects near the  
radar sensor area (brush guard, etc.). This  
could cause failure or malfunction.  
Do not place reflective materials, such as  
white paper or a mirror, on the instrument  
panel. The reflection of sunlight may ad-  
versely affect the camera unit’s detection  
capability.  
Emergency Braking system checked by  
NISSAN dealer.  
a
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When driving on roads with limited road  
structures or buildings (for example, long  
bridges, deserts, snow fields, driving next to  
long walls)  
.
Do not alter, remove or paint the front of  
the vehicle near the sensor area. Contact a  
NISSAN dealer before customizing or re-  
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FUEL EFFICIENCY AND CARBON  
DIOXIDE REDUCTION DRIVING TIPS  
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Cruise control is particularly effective in  
providing fuel savings when driving on  
flat terrains.  
Follow these easy-to-use Fuel Efficiency and  
Carbon Dioxide Reduction Driving Tips to help  
you achieve the most fuel economy from your  
vehicle and reduce carbon dioxide emissions.  
storing the sensor area.  
For the radio approval numbers and informa-  
tion, see “Radio approval number and informa-  
tion” (P.9-15).  
5. Plan for the shortest route.  
1. Use smooth accelerator and brake pedal  
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Utilize a map or Navigation System (if  
application.  
equipped) to determine the best route to  
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save time.  
Avoid rapid starts and stops.  
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Use smooth, gentle accelerator and  
6. Avoid idling.  
brake application whenever possible.  
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Shutting off your engine when safe for  
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Maintain constant speed while commut-  
stops exceeding 30-60 seconds saves  
fuel and reduces emissions.  
ing and coast whenever possible.  
2. Maintain constant speed.  
7. Buy an automated pass for toll roads.  
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Look ahead to try and anticipate and  
Automated passes permit drivers to use  
minimize stops.  
special lanes to maintain cruising speed  
through the toll and avoid stopping and  
starting.  
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Synchronizing your speed with traffic  
lights allows you to reduce your number  
of stops.  
8. Winter warm up.  
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Maintaining a steady speed can mini-  
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Limit idling time to minimize impact to  
mize red light stops and improve fuel  
fuel economy.  
efficiency.  
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Vehicles typically need no more than 30  
3. Drive at economical speeds and distances.  
seconds of idling at start-up to effec-  
tively circulate the engine oil before  
driving.  
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Observing the speed limit and not ex-  
ceeding 97 km/h (60 MPH) (where legally  
allowed) can improve fuel efficiency due  
to reduced aerodynamic drag.  
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Your vehicle will reach its ideal operating  
temperature more quickly while driving  
versus idling.  
Maintaining  
a safe following distance  
behind other vehicles reduces unneces-  
9. Keeping your vehicle cool.  
sary braking.  
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Park your vehicle in a covered parking  
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Safely monitoring traffic to anticipate  
changes in speed permits reduced brak-  
ing and smooth acceleration changes.  
area or in the shade whenever possible.  
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When entering a hot vehicle, opening the  
windows will help to reduce the inside  
temperature faster, resulting in reduced  
demand on your A/C system.  
Select  
a gear range suitable to road  
conditions.  
4. Use cruise control (if equipped).  
10. Do not carry excessive weight.  
.
Using cruise control during highway  
.
Remove unnecessary objects from the  
driving helps maintain a steady speed.  
vehicle to reduce vehicle weight.  
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