Nissan Rogue Sport (2018 year). Instruction

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Starting and driving

KEY POSITIONS

LOCK: Normal parking position (0)

OFF: (Not used) (1)

This position activates electrical acces-
sories such as the radio when the engine
is not running.

ON: Normal operating position (2)

This position turns on the ignition system
and the electrical accessories.

START: (3)

This position starts the engine. As soon as
the engine has started, release the key. It
automatically returns to the ON position.

WARNING

Do not operate the push-button
ignition switch while driving the ve-
hicle except in an emergency. (The
engine will stop when the ignition
switch is pushed 3 consecutive times
or the ignition switch is pushed and
held for more than 2 seconds.) If the
engine stops while the vehicle is
being driven, this could lead to a
crash and serious injury.

Before operating the push-button igni-
tion switch, be sure to move the shift
lever to the P (Park) position (for Con-
tinuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
models) or the shift lever to the N
(Neutral) position (for Manual Transmis-
sion (MT) models).

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OPERATING RANGE FOR ENGINE
START FUNCTION

The Intelligent Key can only be used for
starting the engine when the Intelligent
Key is within the specified operating
range

When the Intelligent Key battery is almost
discharged or strong radio waves are
present near the operating location, the
Intelligent Key system’s operating range
becomes narrower and may not function
properly.
If the Intelligent Key is within the operat-
ing range, it is possible for anyone, even
someone who does not carry the Intelli-
gent Key, to push the ignition switch to

PUSH-BUTTON IGNITION SWITCH
(model with Intelligent Key system)

start the engine.
. The cargo room area is not included in

the operating range but the Intelligent
Key may function.

. If the Intelligent Key is placed on the

instrument panel, inside the glove box
or door pocket, the Intelligent Key may
not function.

. If the Intelligent Key is placed near the

door or window outside the vehicle,
the Intelligent Key may function.

PUSH-BUTTON IGNITION SWITCH
OPERATION

CAUTION

. Do not leave the vehicle for ex-

tended periods of time when the
ignition switch is in the ON posi-
tion and the engine is not run-
ning. This can discharge the
battery.

. Use electrical accessories with

the engine running to avoid dis-
charging the vehicle battery. If
you must use accessories while
the engine is not running, do not
use them for extended periods of
time and do not use multiple
electrical accessories at the same

time.

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When the ignition switch is pushed with-
out depressing the brake pedal (CVT
models) or the clutch pedal (MT models),
the ignition switch will illuminate.
Push the ignition switch center:
. once to change to ON.

. two times to change to OFF.
The ignition switch will automatically
return to the LOCK position when any
door is either opened or closed with the
switch in the OFF position.

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Starting and driving

Continuously Variable Transmis-
sion (CVT) models

The ignition lock is designed so that the
ignition switch position cannot be
switched to OFF until the shift lever is
moved to the P (Park) position.
When the ignition switch cannot be
pushed toward the OFF position, proceed
as follows:
1.

Move the shift lever into the P (Park)
position.

2. Push the ignition switch. The ignition

switch position will change to the ON
position.

3. Push the ignition switch again to the

OFF position.

The shift lever can be moved from the P
(Park) position if the ignition switch is in
the ON position and the brake pedal is
depressed.

PUSH-BUTTON IGNITION SWITCH
POSITIONS

LOCK (Normal parking position)

The ignition switch can only be locked at
this position.
The ignition switch will lock when any
door is opened or closed with the ignition
switched off.

ON (Normal operating position)

The ignition system and the electrical
accessory power activate at this position
without the engine turned on.
The ON position has a battery saver
feature that will place the ignition switch
in the OFF position, if the vehicle is not
running, after some time under the fol-
lowing conditions:
. all doors are closed.

. shift lever is in P (Park) position (CVT

model) or N (Neutral) position (MT
model).

The battery saver feature will be can-
celled if any of the following occur:
. any door is opened.

. shift lever is moved out of the P (Park)

position (CVT model).

. ignition switch changes position.

OFF position

The engine is turned off in this position.

Auto ACC position

With the vehicle in the P (Park) position
(CVT models) or the N (Neutral) position
(MT models), the Intelligent Key with you
and the ignition placed from ON to OFF,
the radio can still be used for a period of
time, or until the driver’s door is opened.
After a period of time, functions such as
radio, navigation (if so equipped), and
Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System
may be restarted by turning on the audio
system (See “Audio system” (P.4-38) in this
manual), or by the UNLOCK button on the
Intelligent Key for up to a total of 30
minutes.

EMERGENCY ENGINE SHUT OFF

To shut off the engine in an emergency
situation while driving, perform the fol-
lowing procedure:
. Rapidly push the push-button ignition

switch 3 consecutive times in less
than 1.5 seconds, or

. Push and hold the push-button igni-

tion switch for more than 2 seconds.

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INTELLIGENT KEY BATTERY DIS-
CHARGE

If the battery of the Intelligent Key is
discharged, or environmental conditions
interfere with the Intelligent Key opera-
tion, start the engine according to the
following procedure:
1.

Move the shift lever to the P (Park)
position (for CVT models) or the shift
lever to the N (Neutral) position (for MT
models).

2. Firmly apply the foot brake.
3. Touch the ignition switch with the

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

4. Push the ignition switch while depres-

sing the brake pedal within 10 sec-
onds after the chime sounds. The
engine will start.

After step 3 is performed, when the
ignition switch is pushed without depres-
sing the brake pedal, the ignition switch
position will change to ACC.
NOTE:

. When the ignition switch is pushed

to the ON position or the engine is
started by the above procedures, the
“Key Battery Low” warning appears
(on the Vehicle information display)
even if the Intelligent Key is inside
the vehicle. This is not a malfunction.
To turn off the warning, touch the
ignition switch with the Intelligent
Key again.

. If the “Key Battery Low” warning

appears (on the Vehicle information
display), replace the battery as soon
as possible. (See “Intelligent Key
battery replacement” (P.8-23).)

. Make sure the area around the vehicle

is clear.

. Check fluid levels such as engine oil,

coolant, brake fluid, and window
washer fluid as frequently as possible,
or at least whenever you refuel.

. Check that all windows and lights are

clean.

. Visually inspect tires for their appear-

ance and condition. Also check tires
for proper inflation.

. Lock all doors.

. Position seat and adjust head re-

straints.

. Adjust inside and outside mirrors.

. Fasten seat belts and ask all passen-

gers to do likewise.

. Check the operation of warning lights

when the ignition switch is placed in
the ON position. (See “Warning lights,
indicator lights and audible remin-
ders” (P.2-10).)

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Apply the parking brake.

2. Continuously Variable Transmission

(CVT) model:

Move the shift lever to the P (Park) or N
(Neutral) position. (P is recommended.)
The starter is designed so that it does
not operate unless the shift lever is in
either of the above positions.
Manual Transmission (MT) model:

Move the shift lever to the N (Neutral)
position, and depress the clutch pedal
to the floor while starting the engine.

3. Crank the engine with your foot off

the accelerator pedal by turning the
ignition switch to START. Release the
switch when the engine starts. If the
engine starts, but fails to run, repeat
the above procedure.

If the engine is very hard to start in

extremely cold weather or when
restarting, depress the accelerator
pedal a little (approximately 1/3 to
the floor) and hold it and then
crank the engine. Release the ac-
celerator pedal when the engine
starts.

If the engine is very hard to start

because it is flooded, depress the
accelerator pedal all the way to the
floor and hold it. Crank the engine
for 5 - 6 seconds. After cranking the

engine, release the accelerator
pedal. Crank the engine with your
foot off the accelerator pedal by
turning the ignition switch to
START. Release the ignition switch
when the engine starts. If the
engine starts, but fails to run, re-
peat the above procedure.

CAUTION

Do not operate the starter for more
than 15 seconds at a time. If the
engine does not start, turn the igni-
tion switch off and wait 10 seconds
before cranking again, otherwise the
starter could be damaged.

Do not turn the ignition switch to the
START position unless the engine
and starter have stopped moving.
Attempting to start the engine while
the engine or starter is moving may
cause damage.

4. Warm-up

a minimum of 2 - 3 minutes before
shutting it off. Starting and stopping
the engine over a short period of time
may make the vehicle more difficult to
start.

5. To stop the engine, shift the shift lever

to the P (Park) position (CVT model) or
N (Neutral) position (MT model) and
turn the ignition switch to the OFF
position.

NOTE:

Care should be taken to avoid situations
that can lead to potential battery dis-
charge and potential no-start condi-
tions such as:
1.

Installation or extended use of elec-
tronic accessories that consume
battery power when the engine is
not running (Phone chargers, GPS,
DVD players, etc.)

2. Vehicle is not driven regularly and/

or only driven short distances.

In these cases, the battery may need to
be charged to maintain battery health.

STARTING THE ENGINE (model
without Intelligent Key system)

Apply the parking brake.

2. Continuously Variable Transmission

(CVT) model:

Move the shift lever to the P (Park) or N
(Neutral) position. (P is recommended.)
The starter is designed not to operate
unless the shift lever is in either of the
above positions.
Manual Transmission (MT) model:

Move the shift lever to the N (Neutral)
position. Depress the clutch pedal fully
to the floor.
The starter is designed not to operate
unless the clutch pedal is fully de-
pressed.
The Intelligent Key must be carried
when operating the ignition switch.

3. Push the ignition switch to the ON

position. Depress the brake pedal (CVT
models) or the clutch pedal (MT mod-
els) and push the ignition switch to
start the engine.
To start the engine immediately, push
and release the ignition switch while
depressing the brake pedal (CVT mod-
els) or the clutch pedal (MT models)
with the ignition switch in any posi-
tion.

If the engine is very hard to start in

extremely cold weather or when

restarting, depress the accelerator
pedal a little (approximately 1/3 to
the floor) and while holding, crank
the engine. Release the accelerator
pedal when the engine starts.

If the engine is very hard to start

because it is flooded, depress the
accelerator pedal all the way to the
floor and hold it. Push the ignition
switch to the ON position to start
cranking the engine. After 5 or 6
seconds, stop cranking by pushing
the ignition switch to OFF. After
cranking the engine, release the
accelerator pedal. Crank the engine
with your foot off the accelerator
pedal by depressing the brake
pedal and pushing the push-button
ignition switch to start the engine.
If the engine starts, but fails to run,
repeat the above procedure.

CAUTION

Do not operate the starter for more
than 15 seconds at a time. If the
engine does not start, push the
ignition switch to OFF and wait 10
seconds before cranking again,
otherwise the starter could be da-
maged.

4. Warm-up

Allow the engine to idle for at least 30
seconds after starting. Do not race the
engine while warming it up. Drive at
moderate speed for a short distance
first, especially in cold weather. In cold
weather, keep the engine running for
a minimum of 2 - 3 minutes before
shutting it off. Starting and stopping
the engine over a short period of time
may make the vehicle more difficult to
start.
When racing the engine up to 4,000
rpm or more under no load condition,
the engine will enter the fuel cut
mode.

5. To stop the engine, move the shift

lever to the P (Park) position (CVT
models) or move the shift lever to
the N (Neutral) position (MT models),
and push the ignition switch to the
OFF position.

NOTE:

Care should be taken to avoid situations
that can lead to potential battery dis-
charge and potential no-start condi-
tions such as:
1.

Installation or extended use of elec-
tronic accessories that consume
battery power when the engine is
not running (Phone chargers, GPS,
DVD players, etc.)

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2. Vehicle is not driven regularly and/

or only driven short distances.

In these cases, the battery may need to
be charged to maintain battery health.

REMOTE ENGINE START (if so
equipped)

Vehicles started with the remote engine
start function require the ignition switch
to be placed in the ON position before the
shift lever can be moved from the P (Park)
position. To place the ignition switch in
the ON position, perform the following
steps:
1.

Make sure that the Intelligent Key is
carried with you.

2. Depress the brake pedal.
3. Push the ignition switch once to the

ON position.

For additional information about the
remote engine start function, see “Re-
mote engine start” (P.3-22).

CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANS-
MISSION (CVT)

The Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) in your vehicle is electronically
controlled to produce maximum power
and smooth operation.
The recommended operating procedures
for this transmission are shown on the
following pages. Follow these procedures
for maximum vehicle performance and
driving enjoyment.
Engine power may be automatically
reduced to protect the CVT if the engine
speed increases quickly when driving
on slippery roads or while being tested
on some dynamometers.

Starting the vehicle

After starting the engine, fully depress
the foot brake pedal before moving
the shift lever out of the P (Park)
position.
This CVT is designed so that the foot
brake pedal must be depressed
before shifting from P (Park) to any
driving position while the ignition
switch is in the ON position.

The shift lever cannot be moved out
of the P (Park) position and into any
of the other positions if the ignition
switch is placed in the LOCK or OFF

position.

2. Keep the foot brake pedal depressed

and move the shift lever to a driving
position.

3. Release the parking brake and foot

brake pedal, and then gradually start
the vehicle in motion.

WARNING

. Do not depress the accelerator

pedal while shifting from P (Park)
or N (Neutral) to R (Reverse), D
(Drive), or manual shift mode. Al-
ways depress the brake pedal
until shifting is completed. Failure
to do so could cause you to lose
control and have an accident.

. Cold engine idle speed is high, so

use caution when shifting into a
forward or reverse gear before
the engine has warmed up.

. Never shift to either the P (Park)

or R (Reverse) position while ve-
hicle is moving forward and P
(Park) or D (Drive) while the vehi-
cle is reversing. This could cause
an accident or damage the trans-
mission.

DRIVING THE VEHICLE

. Do not downshift abruptly on

slippery roads. This may cause a
loss of control.

CAUTION

. To avoid possible damage to your

vehicle; when stopping the vehi-
cle on an uphill grade, do not hold
the vehicle by depressing the
accelerator pedal. The foot brake
should be used for this purpose.

. Except in an emergency, do not

shift to the N (Neutral) position
while driving. Coasting with the
transmission in the N (Neutral)
position may cause serious da-
mage to the transmission.

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To move the shift lever,

Push the button

while depressing

the brake pedal.

Push the button

Just move the shift lever.

Shifting

After starting the engine, fully depress the
brake pedal, push the shift lever button
and move the shift lever from the P (Park)
position to any of the desired shift posi-
tions.

WARNING

Apply the parking brake if the shift
lever is in any position while the
engine is not running. Failure to do
so could cause the vehicle to move
unexpectedly or roll away and result
in serious personal injury or property
damage.

CAUTION

Use the P (Park) or R (Reverse) posi-
tion only when the vehicle is com-
pletely stopped.

If the ignition switch is placed in the OFF
or ACC position for any reason while the
shift lever is in any positions other than
the P (Park), the ignition switch cannot be
placed in the LOCK position.
If the ignition switch cannot be placed in
the LOCK position, perform the following
steps:
1.

Apply the parking brake when the
vehicle is stopped.

2. Place the ignition switch in the ON

position while depressing the foot

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brake pedal.

3. Move the shift lever to the P (Park)

position.

4. Place the ignition switch in the LOCK

position.

CAUTION

To prevent transmission damage,
move the shift lever to the P (Park)
or R (Reverse) position only when the
vehicle is completely stopped.

P (Park):

Use this position when the vehicle is
parked or when starting the engine. Make
sure the vehicle is completely stopped.
The brake pedal must be depressed and
the shift lever button pushed in to move
the shift lever from N (Neutral) or any
drive position to P (Park). Apply the
parking brake. When parking on a hill,
apply the parking brake first, then move
the shift lever to the P (Park) position.

R (Reverse):

Use this position to back up. Make sure
the vehicle is completely stopped before
selecting the R (Reverse) position. The
brake pedal must be depressed and the
shift lever button pushed in to move the

shift lever from P (Park), N (Neutral) or
any driving position to R (Reverse).

N (Neutral):

Neither forward nor reverse gear is en-
gaged. The engine can be started in this
position. You may shift to N (Neutral) and
restart a stalled engine while the vehicle
is moving.

D (Drive):

Use this position for all normal forward
driving.

Manual shift mode

When the shift lever is shifted from the D
(Drive) position to the manual shift gate,
the transmission enters the manual shift
mode. Shift ranges can be selected
manually by moving the shift lever up or
down.
In the manual shift mode, the shift range
is displayed on the position indicator in
the meter.

Shift ranges up or down one by one as
follows:

. When shifting up, move the shift lever

to the + (up) side. The transmission
shifts to a higher range.

. When shifting down, move the shift

lever to the − (down) side. The trans-
mission shifts to a lower range.

. Moving the shift lever to the same side

twice will shift the ranges in succes-
sion. However, if this motion is rapidly
done, the second shifting may not be
completed properly.

. When canceling the manual shift

mode, return the shift lever to the D
(Drive) position. The transmission re-
turns to the normal driving mode.

M7 (7th):

Use this position for all normal forward
driving.
However, you need to shift down the
gears manually when accelerating or
passing another vehicle.

M6 (6th) and M5 (5th):

Use these positions when driving up long
slopes, or for engine braking when driving
down long slopes.

M4 (4th), M3 (3rd) and M2 (2nd) :

Use these positions for hill climbing or
engine braking on downhill grades.

M1 (1st):

Use this position when climbing steep
hills slowly or driving slowly through deep
snow, sand or mud, or for maximum
engine braking on steep downhill grades.
. Remember not to drive at high speeds

for extended periods of time in lower
than M7 range. This reduces fuel
economy.

. In the manual shift mode, the trans-

mission may not shift to the se-
lected range. This helps maintain
driving performance and reduces
the chance of vehicle damage or
loss of control.

. In the manual shift mode, the trans-

mission automatically shifts down
to 1st gear before the vehicle comes
to a stop. When accelerating again, it
is necessary to shift up to the
desired range.

. When the CVT fluid temperature is

extremely low, the manual shift mode
may not work and automatically shift
as a drive mode. This is not a mal-
function. In this case, return the shift
lever to the D (Drive) position and drive
for a while and then shift to the

manual shift mode.

. When the CVT fluid temperature is

high, the shift range may upshift at a
lower engine speed than usual. This is
not a malfunction.

Accelerator downshift — In D posi-
tion —

For passing or hill climbing, fully depress
the accelerator pedal to the floor. This
shifts the transmission down into a lower
gear, depending on the vehicle speed.

High fluid temperature protection
mode

This transmission has a high fluid tem-
perature protection mode. If the fluid
temperature becomes too high (for ex-
ample, when climbing steep grades in
high temperature with heavy loads), en-
gine power and, under some conditions,
vehicle speed will be decreased automa-
tically to reduce the chance of transmis-
sion damage. Vehicle speed can be
controlled with the accelerator pedal,
but the engine and vehicle speed may
be limited.

Fail-safe

If the vehicle is driven under extreme
conditions, such as excessive wheel
spinning and subsequent hard braking,
the fail-safe system may be activated.
The MIL may illuminate to indicate the
fail-safe mode is activated. (See “Mal-
function Indicator Light (MIL)” (P.2-16).)
This will occur even if all electrical
circuits are functioning properly. In this
case, place the ignition switch in the
OFF position and wait for 10 seconds.
Then turn the switch back to the ON
position. The vehicle should return to its
normal operating condition. If it does
not return to its normal operating con-
dition, have the transmission checked
and repaired, if necessary. It is recom-
mended you visit a NISSAN dealer for
this service.

WARNING

When the high fluid temperature
protection mode or fail-safe opera-
tion occurs, vehicle speed may be
gradually reduced. The reduced
speed may be lower than other
traffic, which could increase the
chance of a collision. Be especially
careful when driving. If necessary,
pull to the side of the road at a safe

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place and allow the transmission to
return to normal operation, or have it
repaired if necessary.

Adaptive Shift Control (ASC)

The Adaptive Shift Control automatically
operates when the transmission is in the
“D” (Drive) position and selects an appro-
priate gear depending on the road con-
ditions such as uphill or downhill.

Control on uphill and curving roads:

A low gear is maintained that suits the
degree of the slope to allow smooth
driving with a small number of shifts.

Control on downhill roads:

The Adaptive Shift Control shifts to a low
gear that suits the degree of the slope
when the accelerator pedal is depressed,
and uses the engine braking to help
driving in the downhill.

Control on winding roads:

A low gear is maintained on continuous
curves that involve repeated acceleration
and deceleration, so that smooth accel-
eration is available instantly when the
accelerator pedal is depressed.

NOTE:

. Adaptive Shift Control may not op-

erate when the transmission oil
temperature is low immediately
after the start of driving or when it
is very hot.

. During some driving situations, hard

braking for example, the Adaptive
Shift Control may automatically op-
erate. The transmission may auto-
matically shift to a lower gear for
engine braking. This increases en-
gine speed but not vehicle speed.
Vehicle speed is controlled by the
accelerator pedal when the vehicle
is in the Adaptive Shift Control
mode.

. When the Adaptive Shift Control

operates, the transmission some-
times maintains a lower gear for a
longer period of time than when
Adaptive Shift Control is not operat-
ing. Engine speed will be higher for a
specific vehicle speed while Adap-
tive Shift Control is operating than
when Adaptive Shift Control is not
operating.

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Shift lock release

If the battery charge is low or discharged,
the shift lever may not be moved from the
P (Park) position even with the brake
pedal depressed and the shift lever but-
ton pushed.
To move the shift lever, perform the
following procedure:
1.

Place the ignition switch in the OFF or
LOCK position.

2. Apply the parking brake.
3. Remove the shift lock release cover

(shown in the illustration above) using
a suitable tool.

4. Insert the mechanical key and push

down the shift lock release.

5. Push the shift lever button and move

the shift lever to the N (Neutral)
position while holding down the shift
lock release.

Place the ignition switch in the ON posi-
tion. The vehicle may be moved to the
desired location.
Replace the removed shift lock release
cover after the operation.
If the shift lever cannot be moved out of
the P (Park) position, have the CVT system
checked as soon as possible. It is recom-
mended you visit a NISSAN dealer for this
service.

WARNING

If the shift lever cannot be moved
from the P (Park) position while the
engine is running and the brake
pedal is depressed, the stop lights
may not work. Malfunctioning stop
lights could cause an accident injur-
ing yourself and others.

MANUAL TRANSMISSION (MT)

WARNING

. Do not downshift abruptly on

slippery roads. This may cause a
loss of control.

. Do not over-rev the engine when

shifting to a lower gear. This may
cause a loss of control or engine
damage.

. When the high fluid temperature

protection mode or fail-safe op-
eration occurs, vehicle speed may
be gradually reduced. The re-
duced speed may be lower than
other traffic, which could increase
the chance of a collision. Be
especially careful when driving. If
necessary, pull to the side of the
road at a safe place and allow the
transmission to return to normal
operation, or have it repaired if
necessary.

CAUTION

. Do not rest your foot on the

clutch pedal while driving. This

may damage the clutch.

. Fully depress the clutch pedal

before shifting to help prevent
transmission damage.

. Stop your vehicle completely be-

fore shifting into R (Reverse).

. When the vehicle is stopped for a

period of time, for example at a
stop light, shift to N (Neutral) and
release the clutch pedal with the
foot brake applied.

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Shifting

To change gears, or when upshifting or
downshifting, fully depress the clutch
pedal, shift into the appropriate gear,
then slowly and smoothly release the
clutch pedal.
To ensure smooth gear changes, be sure
to fully depress the clutch pedal before
operating the shift lever. If the clutch
pedal is not fully depressed before the
transmission is shifted, a gear noise may
be heard. Transmission damage could
occur.
Start the vehicle in 1st gear and shift to
2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th gear in
sequence according to vehicle speed.

To back up, pull the shift lever ring
upward and then move it to the R
(Reverse) gear after stopping the vehicle
completely.
The shift lever ring returns to its original
position when the shift lever is moved to
the N (Neutral) position.
If it is difficult to move the shift lever into
the R (Reverse) or 1st gear, shift to the N
(Neutral) position, and then release the
clutch pedal once. Fully depress the
clutch pedal again and shift into the R
(Reverse) or 1st gear.

Suggested maximum speed in
each gear

Downshift to a lower gear if the engine is
not running smoothly, or if you need to
accelerate.
Do not exceed the maximum suggested
speed (shown below) in any gear. For level
road driving, use the highest gear sug-
gested for that speed. Always observe
posted speed limits, and drive according
to the road conditions, which will ensure
safe operation. Do not over-rev the en-
gine when shifting to a lower gear as it
may cause engine damage or loss of
vehicle control.

Gear

MPH (km/h)

1st

28 (46)

2nd

50 (81)

3rd

70 (112)

4th

90 (145)

5th

—

6th

—

WARNING

. Never drive the vehicle with the

parking brake applied. The brake
will overheat and fail to operate
and will lead to an accident.

. Never release the parking brake

from outside the vehicle. If the
vehicle moves, it will be impossi-
ble to push the foot brake pedal
and will lead to an accident.

. Never use the shift lever in place

of the parking brake. When park-
ing, be sure the parking brake is
fully applied.

. To help avoid risk of injury or

death through unintended opera-
tion of the vehicle and/or its
systems, do not leave children,
people who require the assis-
tance of others or pets unat-
t e n d e d

i n

y o u r

v e h i c l e .

Additionally, the temperature in-
side 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.

SPA2331

PEDAL TYPE

To apply the parking brake, firmly depress
the parking brake pedal

To release the parking brake, depress and
hold the foot brake

and then fully

depress and release the parking brake
pedal

Before driving, be sure that the brake
warning light has turned off.

JVP0498X

SWITCH TYPE (models with elec-
tronic parking brake system)

The electronic parking brake can be
applied or released automatically or by
operating the parking brake switch.

Automatic operation

With the vehicle stationary, the electronic
parking brake is automatically applied
when the engine is turned off with the
ignition switch.
The electronic parking brake is automati-
cally released as soon as the vehicle
starts while the accelerator pedal is
depressed.

Starting and driving

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PARKING BRAKE

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Starting and driving

WARNING

. The electronic parking brake will

not be automatically applied
when the engine is stopped with-
out using the ignition switch (for
example, by engine stalling).

Without the vehicle stationary,
the electronic parking brake will
not be automatically applied
even if the engine is turned off
with the ignition switch.

. Before leaving the vehicle, move

the shift lever to the 1 (1st) or R
(Reverse) position and check that
the electronic parking brake
warning light is illuminated to
confirm that the electronic park-
ing brake is applied. The electro-
nic parking brake warning light
will remain on for a period of time
after the driver’s door is locked.

CAUTION

When parking in an area where the
outside temperature is below 32°F
(0°C), do not apply the parking brake
to prevent it from freezing.

For safe parking, place the shift lever
in the 1 (1st) or R (Reverse) position
and securely block the wheels.

NOTE:

. To keep the electronic parking brake

released after the engine is turned
off, place the ignition switch in the
OFF position, depress the brake
pedal and push down the parking
brake switch before opening the
driver’s door.

. If a malfunction occurs in the electric

parking brake system (for example,
due to battery discharge), it is re-
commended to contact a NISSAN
dealer.

Manual operation

The electronic parking brake will not be
automatically applied if the engine is
stopped without using the ignition switch
(for example, by engine stalling). In such a
case, you have to apply the parking brake
manually.
To apply: Pull the switch up

. The

indicator light

will illuminate.

To release: With the ignition switch in the
ON position, depress the brake pedal and
push the switch down

. The indicator

light

will turn off.

Before driving, check that the electronic
parking brake warning light

goes out.

For additional information, see “Warning
lights, indicator lights and audible remin-
ders” (P.2-10).
NOTE:

. A buzzer will sound if the vehicle is

driven without releasing the parking
brake. See “Audible reminders” (P.2-
17).

. While the electronic parking brake is

applied or released, an operating
sound is heard from the lower side
of the rear seat. This is normal and
does not indicate a malfunction.

. When the electronic parking brake is

frequently applied and released in a
short period of time, the parking
brake may not operate in order to
prevent the parking brake system
from overheating. If this occurs,
operate the electronic parking brake
switch again after waiting approxi-
mately 1 minute.

. If the electronic parking brake must

be applied while driving in an emer-
gency, pull up and hold the parking
brake switch. When you release the
parking brake switch, the parking
brake will be released.

. While pulling up the electronic park-

ing brake switch during driving, the

parking brake is applied and a chime
sounds. The electronic parking
brake warning light in the meter
and in the parking brake switch
illuminate. This does not indicate a
malfunction. The electronic parking
brake warning light in the meter and
in the parking brake switch turn off
when the parking brake is released.

. When pulling the electronic parking

brake switch up with the ignition
switch in the OFF or ACC position,
the parking brake switch indicator
light will continue to illuminate for a
short period of time.

JVS0185X

The ECO mode system helps to enhance
the fuel economy by controlling the
engine and CVT operation (for CVT mod-
els) automatically to avoid rapid accelera-
tion.
To turn on the ECO mode system, push
the ECO switch. The ECO mode indicator
appears on the meter.
To turn off the ECO mode, push the ECO
switch again. The ECO mode indicator will
turn off.
. The ECO mode system cannot be

turned off while the accelerator pedal
is depressed even if the ECO switch is
pushed to OFF. Release the accelera-
tor pedal to turn off the ECO mode

system.

. The ECO mode system will turn off

automatically if a malfunction occurs
in the system.

. Turn off the ECO mode system when

acceleration is required such as when:
— driving with a heavy load of pas-

sengers or cargo in the vehicle

— driving on a steep uphill slope

Starting and driving

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ECO MODE SYSTEM

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