Get Starting and driving -> Precautions when starting and driving Guide for Nissan X Trail SUV 2020

5 Starting and driving

Break-in schedule ......................................................................................... 5-4

Before starting engine .............................................................................. 5-4

Precautions when starting and driving ...................................... 5-4

Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ............................................... 5-5

Three-way catalyst (if equipped) .............................................. 5-5

Intelligent Key battery discharge ....................................... 5-16

Starting engine (model without Intelligent

Key system) ................................................................................................... 5-16

Starting engine (model with Intelligent Key system) ..... 5-17

Remote engine start (if equipped) .................................... 5-18

Driving vehicle ............................................................................................. 5-18

AdBlue® Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) system

(if equipped for diesel engine model) ................................... 5-5

Driving with Continuously Variable Transmission

(CVT)/Driving with Dual Clutch

Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) (if equipped) ...................... 5-7

Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF) (if equipped) .............. 5-8

Turbocharger system (if equipped) ........................................ 5-9

Transmission (DCT) ........................................................................ 5-18

Driving with Manual Transmission (MT) ........................ 5-22

Gear Shift Indicator (if equipped) ....................................... 5-23

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

Stop/Start System or Idling Stop System

(if equipped) ............................................................................................... 5-9

(if equipped) .................................................................................................. 5-24

On-pavement and off-road driving precautions .............. 5-11

Care when driving ..................................................................................... 5-12

Engine cold start period ............................................................... 5-12

Loading luggage ................................................................................. 5-12

Driving in wet conditions ............................................................. 5-12

Driving in winter conditions ...................................................... 5-12

Stop/Start System or Idling Stop

System display ................................................................................... 5-26

Stop/Start or Idling Stop OFF switch ............................. 5-27

Intelligent 4x4 (if equipped except for Korea) .................. 5-28

Intelligent 4x4 mode switch operations ...................... 5-28

4WD warning ...................................................................................... 5-29

4WD mode indicator lights ...................................................... 5-29

Intelligent 4x4 torque distribution indicator ............ 5-30

Off-road driving safety precautions ................................. 5-30

Tires of 4WD model ....................................................................... 5-31

Intelligent 4x4 (if equipped for Korea) .................................... 5-32

Intelligent 4x4 LOCK switch operations ....................... 5-32

AWD warning ...................................................................................... 5-33

Ignition switch (model without Intelligent

Key system) .................................................................................................... 5-12

Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)/Dual

Clutch Transmission (DCT) ......................................................... 5-12

Manual Transmission (MT) .......................................................... 5-13

Steering lock (if equipped) .......................................................... 5-13

Key positions ......................................................................................... 5-13

Push-button ignition switch (model with Intelligent

Key system) .................................................................................................... 5-14

Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)/Electronic Stability

Program (ESP) system .......................................................................... 5-34

Precautions on push-button ignition

switch operation ................................................................................. 5-14

Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)/Electronic Stability

Program (ESP) system OFF switch .................................... 5-35

Intelligent Key system .................................................................... 5-14

Steering lock (if equipped) .......................................................... 5-15

Ignition switch positions .............................................................. 5-15

Chassis control ........................................................................................... 5-35

Intelligent Trace Control ............................................................ 5-35

Intelligent Engine Brake (Continuously Variable

Transmission (CVT)/Dual Clutch Transmission

(DCT) models) ........................................................................................ 5-36

System maintenance ................................................................... 5-59

Speed limiter (if equipped) ................................................................ 5-59

Speed limiter operations ........................................................... 5-59

Cruise control (if equipped) .............................................................. 5-61

Precautions on cruise control ............................................... 5-62

Cruise control operations ......................................................... 5-62

Intelligent Ride Control .................................................................. 5-37

Hill Start Assist system .......................................................................... 5-38

Hill descent control system (if equipped) ............................... 5-38

Hill descent control switch ......................................................... 5-39

Lane Departure Warning (LDW) (if equipped) ...................... 5-39

LDW system operation ................................................................... 5-40

How to enable/disable the LDW system ......................... 5-41

LDW system limitations ................................................................. 5-42

System temporarily unavailable ............................................. 5-43

System malfunction ......................................................................... 5-43

System maintenance ...................................................................... 5-43

Intelligent Lane Intervention (if equipped) ............................ 5-43

Intelligent Lane Intervention system operation ........ 5-44

Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) (except for Europe)

(if equipped) .................................................................................................. 5-63

How to select the cruise control mode ........................ 5-65

Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode .................. 5-65

Conventional (fixed speed) cruise control mode ..... 5-74

Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) and steering assist (If

equipped for European Manual

Transmission model) .............................................................................. 5-77

Overview of ICC and Steering Assist (manual

transmission model) ..................................................................... 5-77

ICC and Steering Assist system controls (manual

How to enable/disable the Intelligent Lane

transmission model) ..................................................................... 5-78

Intervention system ......................................................................... 5-45

ICC and Steering Assist system display and

Intelligent Lane Intervention system limitations ...... 5-46

System temporarily unavailable ............................................. 5-47

System malfunction ......................................................................... 5-47

System maintenance ...................................................................... 5-47

Blind Spot Warning (BSW) (if equipped) ................................... 5-48

BSW system operation ................................................................... 5-49

How to enable/disable the BSW system ......................... 5-50

BSW system limitations ................................................................. 5-50

BSW driving situations ................................................................... 5-51

System temporarily unavailable ............................................. 5-53

System malfunction ......................................................................... 5-53

System maintenance ...................................................................... 5-53

Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) (if equipped) ....................... 5-54

RCTA system operation ................................................................ 5-55

How to enable/disable the RCTA system ...................... 5-56

RCTA system limitations .............................................................. 5-57

System temporarily unavailable ............................................. 5-58

System malfunction ......................................................................... 5-59

indicators (manual transmission model) ..................... 5-79

Activating the conventional (fixed speed) cruise

control mode (manual transmission model) ............ 5-80

Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) (manual

transmission model) ..................................................................... 5-80

Steering Assist (if equipped) (manual

transmission model) ..................................................................... 5-91

Conventional (fixed speed) cruise control mode

(manual transmission model) ................................................ 5-96

Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system

(if equipped) (ICC/manual transmission model) ..... 5-98

Intelligent Lane Intervention system

(if equipped) (manual transmission model) ........... 5-100

ProPILOT (if equipped) ...................................................................... 5-104

ProPILOT system operation ................................................ 5-104

ProPILOT switches ...................................................................... 5-105

ProPILOT system display and indicators .................. 5-106

Turning the ProPILOT Conventional (fixed speed)

SPORT mode system (for Korea) .............................................. 5-145

ECO mode system (if equipped) ............................................... 5-145

ECO Pedal Guide function .................................................... 5-146

Ambient ECO ................................................................................... 5-146

ECO Drive Report ......................................................................... 5-146

Parking .......................................................................................................... 5-147

Parking sensor (sonar) system (if equipped) .................. 5-149

cruise Control mode on ............................................................ 5-107

Operating the ProPILOT system ........................................ 5-107

ProPILOT Intelligent Cruise Control

(ICC) system ........................................................................................ 5-110

ProPILOT Steering Assist .......................................................... 5-117

ProPILOT Conventional (fixed speed) Cruise

Control Mode ..................................................................................... 5-123

Parking sensor (sonar) system OFF switch

ProPILOT speed limiter (if equipped) .............................. 5-124

(if equipped) ..................................................................................... 5-150

ProPILOT Lane Departure Warning

Parking sensor (sonar) system setting ...................... 5-150

(LDW) system ..................................................................................... 5-126

Trailer towing (except for Australia, New Zealand,

ProPILOT Intelligent Lane Intervention system ..... 5-129

Intelligent Emergency Braking (if equipped) ................... 5-133

South Africa and Europe) ............................................................... 5-151

Trailer towing (for Australia, New Zealand,

Intelligent Emergency Braking

South Africa and Europe) ............................................................... 5-151

system operation ........................................................................... 5-134

Operating precautions ............................................................ 5-151

Turning the Intelligent Emergency Braking

Maximum load limits (for Australia and

system ON/OFF ............................................................................... 5-135

New Zealand) .................................................................................. 5-152

Intelligent Emergency Braking

Tire pressure ................................................................................... 5-154

Safety chains .................................................................................. 5-154

Trailer brakes .................................................................................. 5-154

Trailer detection (if equipped) ........................................... 5-154

Coupling device installation (for Europe) ................. 5-155

Electric power steering .................................................................... 5-155

Brake system ........................................................................................... 5-156

Brake precautions ...................................................................... 5-156

Brake assist ...................................................................................... 5-157

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ....................................... 5-157

Vehicle security ...................................................................................... 5-158

Cold weather driving ......................................................................... 5-158

Battery ................................................................................................. 5-158

Engine coolant .............................................................................. 5-158

Tire equipment .............................................................................. 5-158

Special winter equipment .................................................... 5-159

Parking brake ................................................................................. 5-159

Corrosion protection ................................................................ 5-159

system limitations ......................................................................... 5-136

System temporarily unavailable ......................................... 5-137

System malfunction ..................................................................... 5-138

System maintenance .................................................................. 5-138

Intelligent Emergency Braking with pedestrian

detection system (if equipped) ................................................... 5-138

Intelligent Emergency Braking with pedestrian

detection system operation .................................................. 5-139

Turning the Intelligent Emergency Braking with

pedestrian detection system ON/OFF .......................... 5-140

Intelligent Emergency Braking with pedestrian

detection system limitations ................................................ 5-141

System temporarily unavailable ......................................... 5-142

System malfunction ..................................................................... 5-143

System maintenance .................................................................. 5-143

Fuel Efficiency and Carbon Dioxide Reduction

driving tips .................................................................................................. 5-144

Increasing fuel economy and reducing Carbon

Dioxide emissions .................................................................................. 5-145

PRECAUTIONS WHEN STARTING

AND DRIVING

BREAK-IN SCHEDULE

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

During the first 1,600 km (1,000 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

racks, etc.). Your driving style and speed

must be adjusted according to the circum-

stances. Especially when carrying heavy

loads, your speed must be reduced ade-

quately.

.

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

.

Do not run the engine over 4,000 rpm

(except for M9R and R9N engine models) or

2,500 rpm (for M9R and R9N engine mod-

els).

vehicle could quickly become high en-

ough to cause severe or possibly fatal

illness to people or animals.

.

Make sure the area around the vehicle is

clear.

.

Properly secure all luggage to help pre-

vent it from sliding or shifting. Do not

place luggage higher than the seatbacks.

In a sudden stop or collision, unsecured

luggage could cause personal injury.

.

Do not accelerate at full throttle in any

.

Visually inspect tires for their appearance

and condition. Measure and check the tire

pressure for proper inflation.

gear.

.

Do not start quickly.

Do not brake hard as much as possible.

.

Check that all windows and lights are clean.

Do not tow a trailer for at least the first 800

km (500 miles) (for Australia, New Zealand,

South Africa and Europe).

Adjust the seat and head restraint posi-

tions.

NOTE:

.

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.

.

Check that all doors are closed.

Check the operation of the warning lights

when the ignition switch is placed in the

“ON” position.

vehicle is parked in direct sunlight for

a

.

Maintenance items in the “8. Maintenance

and do-it-yourself” section should be

checked periodically.

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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carbon monoxide.)

way catalyst to help reduce exhaust

pollutants and/or damage the three-

way catalyst.

EXHAUST GAS (carbon monoxide)

.

The exhaust system and body should be

inspected by a qualified mechanic when-

ever:

WARNING:

.

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

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.

.

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.

— Your vehicle is raised while being

serviced.

— You suspect that exhaust fumes are

entering into the passenger compart-

ment.

— You notice a change in the sound of

the exhaust system.

.

Do not run the engine in closed spaces

— You have had an accident involving

damage to the exhaust system, un-

derbody, or rear of the vehicle.

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:

.

Do not race the engine while warming it

THREE-WAY CATALYST (if equipped)

up.

Do not push or tow your vehicle to start

the engine.

WARNING:

.

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.

AdBlue® SELECTIVE CATALYTIC RE-

DUCTION (SCR) SYSTEM (if equipped for

diesel engine model)

— Open all the windows.

— Turn the air recirculation mode off

and set the fan speed control to the

highest level to circulate the air.

AdBlue® or Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF), is a non-

toxic solution of 32.5% urea in de-ionized water.

This fluid is sprayed into the exhaust system of

diesel vehicles to cause a chemical reaction

that breaks down potentially dangerous NOx

(nitrogen oxides) emissions into harmless ni-

trogen and water. This system is called Selec-

tive Catalytic Reduction (SCR). AdBlue® fluid is

not a fuel additive and is never mixed with

diesel fuel. It is always stored in a separate tank

on the vehicle.

.

If electrical wiring or other cable connec-

tions must pass to a trailer through the

seal of the back door or the body, follow

the manufacturer’s recommendation to

prevent carbon monoxide entry into the

vehicle.

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

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.

CAUTION:

.

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-

AdBlue® will begin to freeze below -11°C (12°F). If

you often drive in areas where the temperature

is below -11°C (12°F), the AdBlue® tank should

always be filled with AdBlue® at the beginning

Starting and driving 5-5

of the cold season to ensure enough defrosting

capacity with heating.

disappear when tank has thawed.

Condition A

of the distance (0 to 800 km (0 to 500 miles))

that can be driven before the AdBlue® tank

becomes empty. This message can be cleared

from the display until the engine is restarted,

when it will reappear. The warning will also

appear at 100 km (62 miles) (or 50 km (31 miles)

after 200 km (124 miles)) intervals following the

AdBlue® status

You can check the AdBlue® fluid level in the

tank or system fault status using the "Main-

tenance" option from the "Settings" menu in

the vehicle information display. See “Mainte-

nance” (P.2-27).

i n i t i a l

w a r n i n g

(700/600/500/400/300/200/150/100/50 km)

(435/373/311/249/186/124/93/62/31 miles).

If you select the "AdBlue Status" option when

there is a system fault present, an "AdBlue

fault" warning will be displayed. See “AdBlue®

fault” (P.5-7).

The AdBlue® warning light

will also illumi-

nate.

Condition C

If there are no system faults present, a "Refill

AdBlue" message will be displayed, depending

upon the level of fluid in the tank, and whether

your display is set to km/h or MPH:

If the remaining range is less than 800 km (500

miles) the status message will display the

estimated number of remaining km (miles).

WAF0114X

This warning appears when the AdBlue® level in

the tank is getting low. The message will be

displayed each time the engine starts when

there is estimated to be between 2,400 and

800 km (1,500 and 500 miles) left before the

AdBlue® tank becomes empty. The message

can be cleared from the display until the next

time the engine is started.

AdBlue® warning display

If the AdBlue® level in the tank is low or there is

a malfunction in the AdBlue® SCR system, a

warning message will appear in the vehicle

information display.

Refill the AdBlue® tank as soon as possible.

WAF0116X

Condition B

The AdBlue® warning light

will also flash

Refill AdBlue®:

continuously and a chime will sound.

For information on refilling the AdBlue® tank,

see “AdBlue® filler lid and cap (if equipped for

diesel engine model)” (P.3-33) and “AdBlue®

tank (if equipped for diesel engine model)”

(P.8-20).

This warning appears when the AdBlue® tank is

almost empty.

.

If this warning appears while the engine is

stopped, the engine cannot be started.

Contact a NISSAN dealer.

If this warning appears while the engine is

running, the vehicle can still be driven to

the nearest NISSAN dealer.

If the ignition switch is turned off while this

warning appears, the engine can be re-

started within 3 minutes. Stop the vehicle in

NOTE:

AdBlue® can freeze at very low temperatures

(−11°C). In extreme cold conditions system

may not be able to detect when you refill and

will continue to display low AdBlue® level

warning. The message and warning will

WAF0115X

This warning provides you with an estimation

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a safe place and contact a NISSAN dealer.

Refill the AdBlue® tank as soon as possible.

After the AdBlue® tank is refilled, place the

ignition switch in the “ON” position and check

that the warning has turned off. Place the

ignition switch in the “OFF” position once and

then start the engine.

Have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer as

soon as possible.

Condition B

AdBlue® fault:

When the “AdBlue fault” warning appears, the

AdBlue® warning light

and/or Malfunction

WAF0119X

Indicator Light (MIL) may also illuminate de-

pending on conditions.

The AdBlue® warning light

will also flash

The “AdBlue fault” warnings can also be

checked in the “AdBlue Status” option of the

"Maintenance" from the "Settings" menu in the

vehicle information display. See “Maintenance”

(P.2-27).

continuously, the Malfunction Indicator Light

(MIL) will also light up and a chime will sound.

WAF0118X

.

If this warning appears while the engine is

stopped, the engine cannot be started.

Contact a NISSAN dealer.

If this warning appears while the engine is

running, the vehicle can still be driven to

the nearest NISSAN dealer.

If the ignition switch is turned off while this

warning appears, the engine can be re-

started within 3 minutes. Stop the vehicle in

a safe place and contact a NISSAN dealer.

This warning provides you with an estimation

of the distance (0 to 800 km (0 to 500 miles))

that can be driven before inspecting and/or

repairing the AdBlue® SCR system. This mes-

sage can be cleared from the display until the

engine is restarted, when it will reappear. The

warning will also appear at 100 km (62 miles) (or

50 km (31 miles) after 200 km (124 miles))

intervals following the initial warning

(700/600/500/400/300/200/150/100/50 km)

(435/373/311/249/186/124/93/62/31 miles). The

Condition A

Have the AdBlue® SCR system inspected and/

or repaired by a NISSAN dealer as soon as

possible.

AdBlue® warning light

and Malfunction

Indicator Light (MIL) will also illuminate.

Condition C

DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER (DPF) (if

equipped)

If your vehicle is fitted with a diesel engine, a

Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) may be fitted as

part of the emission control system.

WAF0117X

This warning appears if there is a malfunction

in the AdBlue® SCR system. The message will be

displayed each time the engine is started when

there is estimated to be between 850 and 800

km (530 and 500 miles) left before inspecting

and/or repairing the AdBlue® SCR system. The

message can be cleared from the display until

the next time the engine is started.

The DPF filters carbon particles from the

exhaust gas, thus reducing the emission of

soot to the environment.

Under normal driving conditions, the accumu-

lated carbon particles in the DPF are burned-off

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regularly, thus emptying the filter from carbon

particles. In this way, the DPF is “regenerated”

and again fully operational to filter out the

carbon particles from the exhaust gas as

intended.

the message is no longer displayed.

play and the Malfunction Indicator Light

(MIL - orange) or Malfunction Warning

Light (MWL - red) may come on (although

there may be other engine management

malfunctions that may cause this light to

come on). Also, GPF saturation/clogging

may result in reduced engine perfor-

mance and engine speed limitation.

.

Should the MIL or MWL come on for any

reason, always visit a NISSAN dealer as

soon as possible. Extended driving with

the MIL/MWL illuminated may lead to

damage to the engine control system.

CAUTION:

What you can do yourself to prevent the DPF

from becoming saturated/clogged:

.

Under certain less-favourable driving

conditions, the DPF may become satu-

rated/clogged because these driving

conditions prevent automatic regenera-

tion of the filter. In this case, a warning

message will be displayed in the vehicle

information display, and the Malfunction

Indicator Light (MIL - orange) or Malfunc-

tion Warning Light (MWL - red) may come

on (although there may be other engine

management malfunctions that may

cause this light to come on). Also, DPF

saturation/clogging may result in re-

duced engine performance and engine

speed limitation.

.

Avoid repeated and frequent short jour-

neys in which the engine does not reach its

normal operating temperature.

Regularly drive the vehicle at speeds over

60 km/h (37 MPH) for an extended period of

time (more than 30 minutes).

.

GASOLINE PARTICULATE FILTER (GPF) (if

equipped)

If your vehicle is fitted with a gasoline engine, a

Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF) may be fitted

as part of the emission control system.

The GPF filters carbon particles from the

exhaust gas, thus reducing the emission of

soot to the environment.

Under normal driving conditions, the accumu-

lated carbon particles in the GPF are burned-off

regularly, thus emptying the filter from carbon

particles. In this way, the GPF is “regenerated”

and again fully operational to filter out the

carbon particles from the exhaust gas as

intended.

WAF0107X

.

When the “Exhaust filter maintenance”

message is displayed, provided that legal

and safety conditions allow, the vehicle

should be driven at a speed of over 50

km/h (30 MPH), with gentle use of the

accelerator pedal, until the message is no

longer displayed.

Should the MIL or MWL come on for any

reason, or if the “Exhaust filter mainte-

nance” warning message appears in the

vehicle information display, always visit a

NISSAN dealer as soon as possible. Ex-

tended driving with the MIL/MWL illumi-

nated may lead to damage to the engine

control system.

CAUTION:

WAF0120X

.

Under certain less-favourable driving

conditions, the GPF may become satu-

rated/clogged because these driving

conditions prevent automatic regenera-

tion of the filter. In this case, a message is

displayed in the vehicle information dis-

.

When the "Exhaust filter full" message is

displayed, provided that legal and safety

conditions allow, the vehicle should be

driven at a speed of over 80 km/h (50

MPH) (for example, on a motorway) until

What you can do yourself to prevent the GPF

from becoming saturated/clogged:

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.

Avoid repeated and frequent short jour-

neys in which the engine does not reach its

normal operating temperature.

Regularly drive the vehicle at speeds over

60 km/h (37 MPH) for an extended period of

time (more than 30 minutes).

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.)

TURBOCHARGER SYSTEM (if equipped)

The turbocharger system uses engine oil for

lubrication and cooling of its rotating compo-

nents. The turbocharger turbine turns at ex-

tremely high speeds and it can reach an

extremely high temperature. It is essential to

maintain a clean supply of oil flowing through

the turbocharger system. A sudden interrup-

tion of oil supply may cause a malfunction in

the turbocharger.

As an added safety feature, your vehicle has

Additional information

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.

.

To ensure prolonged life and performance of

the turbocharger, it is essential to comply with

the following maintenance procedure.

CAUTION:

.

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, reset the tire

pressures registered in your vehicle (model

with TPMS reset function) and then drive

the vehicle at speeds above 25 km/h (16

MPH) to activate the TPMS and turn off the

low tire pressure warning light.

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

.

Change the engine oil according to the

recommended intervals shown in a se-

parate maintenance booklet.

Use only the recommended engine oil.

See “Recommended fluids/lubricants and

capacities” (P.9-2).

If the engine has been operating at high

rpm for an extended period of time, let it

idle for a few minutes prior to turn 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

Do not accelerate your engine to high

rpm immediately after starting it.

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illuminates in low ambient temperature,

check the tire pressure for all four tires.

.

After adjusting the tire pressure, be sure

to reset the TPMS. Otherwise, the TPMS

will not warn of low tire pressure (model

with TPMS reset function).

.

If a computer (or similar equipment) or a

DC/AC converter is being used in or near

the vehicle.

.

Depending on a change in the outside

temperature, the low tire pressure warning

light may illuminate even if the tire pressure

has been adjusted properly. Adjust the tire

pressure to the recommended COLD tire

pressure again when the tires are cold, and

reset the TPMS (model with TPMS reset

function).

You can check the pressure of all tires in

the vehicle information display. (See “Trip

computer” (P.2-41).)

Low tire pressure warning light may illuminate

in the following cases.

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 the

.

If the vehicle 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.

1 minute. Contact a NISSAN dealer as

soon as possible for tire replacement

FCC Notice:

For USA:

and/or system resetting.

For additional information, see “Low tire pres-

.

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.

sure warning light” (P.2-15).

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC

Rules. Operation is subject to the following

two conditions: (1) This device may not cause

harmful interference, and (2) this device must

accept any interference received, including

interference that may cause undesired op-

eration.

Note: Changes or modifications not expressly

approved by the party responsible for com-

pliance could void the user’s authority to

operate the equipment.

WARNING:

.

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

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.

CAUTION:

.

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.

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 accept any interference,

including interference that may cause un-

desired operation of the device.

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:

.

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.

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ON-PAVEMENT AND OFF-ROAD

DRIVING PRECAUTIONS

Utility vehicles have

a significantly higher

7. Use the

button

until “Calibrate” is

.

TPMS resetting (model with TPMS reset

function)

rollover rate than other types of vehicles.

selected, and press OK

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.

8. Use the

button

until “Start” is

To keep the TPMS functioning properly, the

reset operation must be performed in the

following cases.

selected, and press OK

to reset the

TPMS. When the TPMS resetting starts, the

message “TPMS resetting” will be displayed.

.

when the tire pressure is adjusted

when a tire or a wheel is replaced

when the tires are rotated

9. After resetting the TPMS, drive the vehicle

for several minutes at speeds above 25

km/h (16 MPH).

If the low tire pressure warning light illuminates

after the resetting operation, it may indicate

that the TPMS is not functioning properly. Have

the system checked by a NISSAN dealer.

For information regarding the low tire pressure

warning light, see “Low tire pressure warning

light” (P.2-15).

Perform the following procedures to reset the

TPMS.

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

2. Apply the parking brake and place the shift

lever in the “P” (Park) position (CVT model)

or “N” (Neutral) position (MT model).

3. Adjust the tire pressure on all four tires to

the recommended COLD tire pressure

shown on the tire placard. Use

a tire

pressure gauge to check the tire pressure.

CAUTION:

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

tion.

.

Do not drive on dry hard surface roads in

LOCK mode. (Four-Wheel Drive (4WD)/All-

Wheel Drive (AWD) model)

Driving on dry hard surface roads in LOCK

mode may cause unnecessary noise and

tire wear. NISSAN recommends driving in

the 2WD or AUTO mode under these

conditions. (Four-Wheel Drive (4WD)/All-

Wheel Drive (AWD) model)

See “Intelligent 4x4 (if equipped except for

Korea)” (P.5-28) or “Intelligent 4x4 (if equipped

for Korea)” (P.5-32) for more details.

JVS0936X

Steering-wheel-mounted controls (left side)

5. Press the

button until “Settings”

appears.

6. Use the

button

until “Tire Pressures”

is selected, and press OK

.

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