Nissan Versa Hatchback (2012 year). Instruction

Front passenger’s power window
switch

The passenger’s window switch operates only
the corresponding passenger’s window. To open
the window, push the switch and hold it down

䊊

To close the window, pull the switch up

䊊

Rear power window switch

The rear power window switches open or close
only the corresponding windows. To open the
window, push the switch and hold it down

䊊

. To

close the window, pull the switch up

䊊

Locking passengers’ windows

When the window lock button is depressed, only
the driver’s side window can be opened or
closed. Push it again to cancel the window lock
function.

Automatic operation

To fully open a window equipped with automatic
operation, press the window switch down to the
second detent and release it; it need not be held.
The window automatically opens all the way. To
stop the window, lift the switch up while the
window is opening.

To fully close a window equipped with automatic
operation, pull the switch up to the second detent
and release it; it need not be held. The window
automatically closes all the way. To stop the win-
dow, press the switch down while the window is
closing.

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Auto-reverse function

The auto-reverse function can be activated when
a window is closed by automatic operation.

Depending on the environment or driving
conditions, the auto-reverse function may
be activated if an impact or load similar to
something being caught in the window oc-
curs.

WARNING

There are some small distances immedi-
ately before the closed position which
cannot be detected. Make sure that all
passengers have their hands, etc., inside
the vehicle before closing the window.

If the vehicle’s battery is disconnected, replaced,
or jump started, the power window auto-reverse
function may not operate properly. If this occurs,
please contact a NISSAN dealer to re-initialize
the power window auto-reverse system.

If the control unit detects something caught in a
window equipped with automatic operation as it
is closing, the window will be immediately low-
ered.

When power window switch does not
operate

If the power window automatic function (closing
only) does not operate properly, perform the fol-
lowing procedure to initialize the power window
system.

1. Place the ignition switch in the ON position.

2. Open the window more than halfway by

operating the power window switch.

3. Pull up and hold the window switch and hold

it to close the window, and then hold the
switch for more than 3 seconds after the
window is closed completely.

4. Release the power window switch. Operate

the window by automatic function to confirm
the initialization is complete.

5. Perform steps 2 through 4 above for other

windows.

If the power window automatic function does not
operate properly after performing the above pro-
cedure, see a NISSAN dealer for assistance.

AUTOMATIC MOONROOF

The moonroof will only operate when the ignition
switch is placed in the ON position. The auto-
matic moonroof is operational for a period of time,
even if the ignition switch is placed in the ACC or
OFF position. If the driver’s door or the front
passenger’s door is opened during this period of
time, the power to the moonroof is canceled.

Sliding the moonroof

To fully open the moonroof, push the switch
toward

䊊

To fully close the moonroof, push the switch
toward

䊊

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MOONROOF (if so equipped)

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To open or close the moonroof part way, push the
switch in any direction while the moonroof is
sliding to stop it in the desired position.

Tilting the moonroof

Close the moonroof by pushing the switch
toward

䊊

. Release the switch, then push

the switch toward

䊊

again to tilt the

moonroof up.

To tilt the moonroof down, push the switch
toward

䊊

WARNING

● In an accident you could be thrown from

the vehicle through an open moonroof.
Always

use

seat

belts

and

child

restraints.

● Do not allow anyone to stand up or

extend any portion of their body out of
the moonroof opening while the vehicle
is in motion or while the moonroof is
closing.

CAUTION

● Remove water drops, snow, ice or sand

from the moonroof before opening.

● Do not place heavy objects on the

moonroof or surrounding area.

Resetting the moonroof switch

The moonroof switch may not operate properly
after the battery terminal is disconnected, the
electrical supply interrupted and/or some mal-
function is detected. Use the following reset pro-
cedure to return moonroof operation to normal.

1. If the moonroof is open, close it fully by

repeatedly pushing the

side of the

moonroof switch.

2. Push and hold the

side of the moon-

roof switch to tilt the moonroof up.

3. Release the moonroof switch after the

moonroof moves slightly up and down.

4. Push and hold the

side of the moon-

roof switch to fully tilt the moonroof down.

5. Check if the moonroof switch operates nor-

mally.

If the moonroof still does not operate properly,
have the moonroof system checked, and if nec-
essary repaired, by a NISSAN dealer.

Auto-reverse function (when closing or
tilting down the moonroof)

The auto-reverse function can be activated when
the moonroof is closed or tilted down by auto-
matic operation when the ignition switch is
placed in the ON position or for a period of time
after the ignition switch is placed in the OFF
position.

Depending on the environment or driving
conditions, the auto-reverse function may
be activated if an impact or load similar to
something being caught in the moonroof
occurs.

WARNING

There are some small distances immedi-
ately before the closed position which
cannot be detected. Make sure that all
passengers have their hands, etc., inside
the vehicle before closing the moonroof.

When closing:

If the control unit detects something caught in the
moonroof as it moves to the front, the moonroof
will immediately open backward.

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When tilting down:

If the control unit detects something caught in the
moonroof as it tilts down, the moonroof will im-
mediately tilt up.

If the auto-reverse function malfunctions and re-
peats opening or tilting up the moonroof, keep
pushing the tilt down switch within 5 seconds
after it happens; the moonroof will fully close
gradually. Make sure nothing is caught in the
moonroof.

WARNING

● In an accident you could be thrown from

the vehicle through an open moonroof.
Always

use

seat

belts

and

child

restraints.

● Do not allow anyone to stand up or

extend any portion of their body out of
the moonroof opening while the vehicle
is in motion or while the moonroof is
closing.

CAUTION

● Remove water drops, snow, ice or sand

from the moonroof before opening.

● Do not place heavy objects on the

moonroof or surrounding area.

Sunshade

Open and close the sunshade by sliding it for-
ward or backward.

If the moonroof does not close

Have your NISSAN dealer check and repair the
moonroof.

The interior light has a three-position switch and
operates regardless of ignition switch position.

When the switch is in the ON position

䊊

, the

interior lights illuminate, regardless of door posi-
tion. The lights will go off after a period of time
unless the ignition switch is placed in the ACC or
ON position.

When the switch is in the DOOR position

䊊

, the

interior lights will stay on for a period of time when:

● The doors are unlocked by the keyfob, a key

or the power door lock switch while all doors
are closed and the ignition switch is placed
in the OFF position.

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INTERIOR LIGHT

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2-35

● The driver’s door is opened and then closed

while the key is removed from the ignition
switch.

● The key is removed from the ignition switch

while all doors are closed.

The lights will turn off while the timer is activated
when:

● The driver’s door is locked by the keyfob, a

key, or the power door lock switch.

● The ignition switch is placed in the ON po-

sition.

When the switch is in the OFF position

䊊

, the

interior lights do not illuminate, regardless of door
position.

The lights will turn off automatically after a period
of time while doors are open to prevent the bat-
tery from becoming discharged.

CAUTION

Do not use for extended periods of time
with the engine stopped. This could result
in a discharged battery.

To turn the map lights on, press the lenses. To
turn them off, press the lenses of the lights again.

CAUTION

Do not use for extended periods of time
with the engine stopped. This could result
in a discharged battery.

The light illuminates when the rear hatch is
opened. When the rear hatch is closed, the light
will turn off.

The light also illuminates with other interior lights
when the interior light switch is in the DOOR
position. See “Interior light” earlier in this section.

The lights will turn off automatically after a period
of time while doors are open to prevent the bat-
tery from becoming discharged.

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MAP LIGHTS (if so equipped)

LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT LIGHT

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Instruments and controls

Two master keys (black) with transpon-
der chip and chrome NISSAN brand
symbol on one side

Transponder chip

Key number plate

A key number plate is supplied with your keys.
Record the key number and keep it in a safe place
(such as your wallet), not in the vehicle. If you lose
your keys, see a NISSAN dealer for duplicates by
using the key number. NISSAN does not record
key numbers so it is very important to keep track
of your key number plate.

A key number is only necessary when you have
lost all keys and do not have one to duplicate
from. If you still have a key, your NISSAN dealer
can duplicate it.

Two Intelligent Keys

Mechanical keys (inside Intelligent
Keys)

Key number plate

NISSAN INTELLIGENT KEY™ (if so
equipped)

Your vehicle can only be driven with the Intelligent
Keys which are registered to your vehicle’s Intel-
ligent Key system components and NISSAN Ve-
hicle Immobilizer System components.

LPD0348

LPD0350

KEYS

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Never leave these keys in the vehicle.

As many as 4 Intelligent Keys can be registered
and used with one vehicle. The new keys must be
registered by a NISSAN dealer prior to use with
the Intelligent Key system and NISSAN Vehicle
Immobilizer System of your vehicle. Since the
registration process requires erasing all memory
in the Intelligent Key components when register-
ing new keys, be sure to take all Intelligent Keys
that you have to the NISSAN dealer.

CAUTION

Listed below are conditions or occur-
rences which will damage the Intelligent
Key:

● Do not allow the Intelligent Key, which

contains

electrical

components,

come into contact with water or salt
water. This could affect the system
function.

● Do not drop the Intelligent Key.
● Do not strike the Intelligent Key sharply

against another object.

● Do not change or modify the Intelligent

Key.

● Wetting may damage the Intelligent

Key. If the Intelligent Key gets wet, im-
mediately wipe until it is completely dry.

● Do not place the Intelligent Key for an

extended period in an area where tem-
peratures exceed 140°F (60°C).

● Do not attach the Intelligent Key with a

key holder that contains a magnet.

● Do not place the Intelligent Key near

equipment that produces a magnetic
field, such as a TV, audio equipment and
personal computers.

Mechanical key

The Intelligent Key contains the mechanical key,
which can be used in case of a discharged bat-
tery.

To remove the mechanical key, release the lock
knob on the back of the Intelligent Key.

To install the mechanical key, firmly insert it into
the Intelligent Key until the lock knob returns to
the lock position.

The mechanical key can be used for operation in
the same way as an ordinary key.

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CAUTION

Always carry the mechanical key installed
in the Intelligent Key slot.

See “Doors” in this section and “Storage” in the
“Instruments and controls” section of this manual.

NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEM KEYS

You can only drive your vehicle using the master
keys which are registered to the NISSAN Vehicle
Immobilizer System components in your vehicle.
These keys have a transponder chip in the key
head.

The master key can be used for all the locks.

To protect belongings when you leave a key with
someone, give them the Intelligent Key only, not
the mechanical key.

Never leave these keys in the vehicle.

Additional or replacement keys:

If you still have a key, the key number is not
necessary when you need extra NISSAN Vehicle
Immobilizer System keys. Your dealer can dupli-
cate your existing key. As many as four NISSAN
Vehicle Immobilizer System keys can be used
with one vehicle. You should bring all NISSAN
Vehicle Immobilizer System keys that you have to

your NISSAN dealer for registration. This is be-
cause the registration process will erase the
memory of all key codes previously registered
into the NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System.
After the registration process, these components
will only recognize keys coded into the NISSAN
Vehicle Immobilizer System during registration.
Any key that is not given to your dealer at the time
of registration will no longer be able to start your
vehicle.

Do not allow the immobilizer system key, which
contains an electrical transponder, to come into
contact with salt water. This could affect system
function.

When the doors are locked using one of the
following methods, the doors can not be opened
using the inside or outside door handles. The
doors must be unlocked to open the doors.

WARNING

● Always have the doors locked while

driving. Along with the use of seat belts,
this provides greater safety in the event
of an accident by helping to prevent
persons from being thrown from the
vehicle. This also helps keep children
and others from unintentionally open-
ing the doors, and will help keep out
intruders.

● Before opening any door, always look

for and avoid oncoming traffic.

● Do not leave children unattended inside

the vehicle. They could unknowingly ac-
tivate switches or controls. Unattended
children could become involved in seri-
ous accidents.

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LOCKING WITH KEY

Manual (if so equipped)

To lock a door, turn the key toward the front of the
vehicle

䊊

. To unlock, turn the key toward the rear

䊊

Power (if so equipped)

The power door lock system allows you to lock or
unlock all doors at the same time.

Turning the key toward the front

䊊

of the vehicle

locks all doors.

Turning the key one time toward the rear

䊊

of the

vehicle unlocks that door. From that position,
returning the key to neutral

䊊

(where the key can

only be removed and inserted) and turning it
toward the rear again within 5 seconds unlocks
all doors

䊊

LOCKING WITH INSIDE LOCK
KNOB

To lock the door without the key, move the inside
lock knob to the lock position

䊊

, then close the

door.

To unlock the door without the key, move the
inside lock knob to the unlock position

䊊

Driver’s side

LPD0349

LPD0483

Inside lock

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3-5

LOCKING WITH POWER DOOR
LOCK SWITCH

To lock all the doors without a key, push the door
lock switch (driver’s or front passenger’s side) to
the lock position

䊊

. When locking the door this

way, be certain not to leave the key inside the
vehicle.

To unlock all the doors without a key, push the
door lock switch (driver’s or front passenger’s
side) to the unlock position

䊊

Lockout protection

When the power door lock switch (driver’s or
front passenger’s side) is moved to the lock
position with the key in the ignition switch and any
door open, all doors will lock and then unlock
automatically. This helps to prevent the keys from
being accidently locked inside the vehicle.

AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKS

● All doors lock automatically when the vehicle

speed reaches 15 MPH (24 km/h).

● All doors unlock automatically when the ig-

nition is placed in the OFF position (models
with Intelligent Key system) or when the key
is removed from the ignition switch (models
without Intelligent Key system).

The automatic unlock function can be de-
activated or activated. To deactivate or acti-
vate the automatic door unlock system, perform
the following procedure:

1. Close all doors.

2. Place the ignition switch in the ON position.

3. Within 20 seconds of performing Step 2,

push and hold the power door lock switch to
the

position (UNLOCK) for more than

5 seconds.

4. When activated, the hazard indicator will

flash twice. When deactivated, the hazard
indicator will flash once.

5. The ignition switch must be placed in the

OFF and ON position again between each
setting change.

When the automatic door unlock system is deac-
tivated, the doors do not unlock when the ignition
switch is placed in the OFF position (models with
Intelligent Key system) or when the key is re-
moved from the ignition switch (models without
Intelligent Key system). To unlock the door manu-
ally, use the inside lock knob or the power door
lock switch (driver’s or front passenger’s side).

Door lock switch

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CHILD SAFETY REAR DOOR LOCK

Child safety locks help prevent the rear doors
from being opened accidentally, especially when
small children are in the vehicle.

The child safety lock levers are located on the
edge of the rear doors.

When the lever is in the unlock position

䊊

, the

door can be opened from the outside or the
inside.

When the lever is in the LOCK position

䊊

the door can be opened only from the out-
side.

WARNING

● Radio waves could adversely affect

electric medical equipment. Those who
use a pacemaker should contact the
electric medical equipment manufac-
turer for the possible influences before
use.

● The remote keyless entry keyfob trans-

mits radio waves when the buttons are
pressed. The FAA advises radio waves
may affect aircraft navigation and com-
munication systems. Do not operate the
remote keyless entry keyfob while on
an airplane. Make sure the buttons are
not operated unintentionally when the
unit is stored for a flight.

It is possible to lock/unlock all doors, turn the
interior lights on, and activate the panic alarm by
using the keyfob from outside the vehicle.

Be sure to remove the key from the vehicle
before locking the doors.

The keyfob can operate at a distance of approxi-
mately 33 ft (10 m) from the vehicle. The effective
distance depends on the conditions around the
vehicle.

As many as 5 keyfobs can be used with one
vehicle. For information concerning the purchase
and use of additional keyfobs, contact a NISSAN
dealer.

The keyfob will not function when:

● the battery is discharged
● the distance between the vehicle and the

keyfob is over 33 ft (10 m)

The panic alarm will not activate when the
key is in the ignition switch.

CAUTION

Listed below are conditions or occur-
rences which will damage the keyfob:

● Do not allow the keyfob, which contains

electrical components, to come into
contact with water or salt water. This
could affect the system function.

● Do not drop the keyfob.
● Do not strike the keyfob sharply against

another object.

● Do not change or modify the keyfob.
● Wetting may damage the keyfob. If the

keyfob gets wet, immediately wipe until
it is completely dry.

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REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM
(models without NISSAN Intelligent
Key™) (if so equipped)

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3-7

● Do not place the keyfob for an extended

period in an area where temperatures
exceed 140°F (60°C).

● Do not attach the keyfob with a key

holder that contains a magnet.

● Do not place the keyfob near equip-

ment that produces a magnetic field,
such as a TV, audio equipment and per-
sonal computers.

If a keyfob is lost or stolen, NISSAN rec-
ommends erasing the ID code of that key-
fob. This will prevent the keyfob from un-
authorized use to unlock the vehicle. For
information regarding the erasing proce-
dure, please contact a NISSAN dealer.

HOW TO USE REMOTE KEYLESS
ENTRY SYSTEM

Locking doors

1. Close all windows.

2. Remove the key from the ignition switch.

3. Close all doors and the rear hatch.

4. Press the

button on the keyfob. All

the doors lock. The hazard warning lights
flash twice and the horn beeps once to
indicate all doors are locked.

● When the

button is pressed with

all doors locked, the hazard warning lights
flash twice and the horn beeps once as a
reminder that the doors are already
locked.

● If a door is open and you press

the

button, the doors will lock

but the horn will not beep and the hazard
lights will not flash.

The horn may or may not beep. Refer to “Silenc-
ing the horn beep feature” later in this section for
details.

LPD0209

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Unlocking doors

Press the

button on the keyfob once.

● Only the driver’s door unlocks.
● The hazard warning lights flash once if all

doors are completely closed with the ignition
switch in any position except the ON posi-
tion.

● The interior light turns on and the light timer

activates for a period of time when the inte-
rior light switch is in the DOOR position with
the ignition switch in any position except the
ON position.

Press the

button on the keyfob again

within 5 seconds.

● All doors and the rear hatch unlock.
● The hazard warning lights flash once if all

doors are completely closed.

The interior lights can be turned off without wait-
ing by inserting the key into the ignition switch
and placing the ignition switch in the ON or
START position, locking the doors with the key-
fob or pushing the interior light switch to the OFF
position.

Auto relock

When the

button on the keyfob is pressed,

all doors will lock automatically within 1 minute
unless one of the following operations is per-
formed:

● Any door is opened.
● A key is inserted into the ignition switch and

the switch is cycled from OFF to ON.

Using the panic alarm

If you are near your vehicle and feel threatened,
you may activate the panic alarm to call attention
by pressing and holding the

button on the

keyfob for longer than 0.5 seconds.

The panic alarm and headlights will stay on for a
period of time.

The panic alarm stops when:

● it has run for a period of time, or
● any button is pressed on the keyfob.

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Using the interior light

Press the

button on the keyfob once to

turn on the interior lights.

For additional information, refer to “Interior light”
in the “Instruments and controls” section in this
manual.

Two Intelligent Keys

Mechanical keys (inside Intelligent
Keys)

Key number plate

WARNING

● Radio waves could adversely affect

electric medical equipment. Those who
use a pacemaker should contact the
electric medical equipment manufac-
turer for the possible influences before
use.

● The Intelligent Key transmits radio

waves when the buttons are pushed.
The FAA advises radio waves may af-
fect aircraft navigation and communi-
cation systems. Do not operate the In-
telligent Key while on an airplane. Make
sure the buttons are not operated unin-
tentionally when the unit is stored for a
flight.

The Intelligent Key system can operate all the
door locks using the remote controller function or
pushing the request switch on the vehicle without
taking the key out from a pocket or purse. The
operating environment and/or conditions may af-
fect the Intelligent Key operation.

Be sure to read the following before using the
Intelligent Key system.

CAUTION

● Be sure to carry the Intelligent Key with

you when operating the vehicle.

● Never leave the Intelligent Key in the

vehicle when you leave the vehicle.

LPD0350

NISSAN INTELLIGENT KEY™ (if so
equipped)

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The Intelligent Key is always communicating with
the vehicle as it receives radio waves. The Intel-
ligent Key transmits weak radio waves. Environ-
mental conditions may interfere with the opera-
tion of the Intelligent Key under the following
operating conditions:

● When operating near a location where

strong radio waves are transmitted, such as
a TV tower, power station and broadcasting
station.

● When in possession of wireless equipment,

such as a cellular telephone, transceiver,
and CB radio.

● When the Intelligent Key is in contact with or

covered by metallic materials.

● When any type of radio wave remote control

is used nearby.

● When the Intelligent Key is placed near an

electric appliance such as a personal com-
puter.

● When the vehicle is parked near a parking

meter.

In such cases, correct the operating conditions
before using the Intelligent Key function or use
the mechanical key.

Although the life of the battery varies depending
on the operating conditions, the battery’s life is

approximately 2 years. If the battery is dis-
charged, replace it with a new one.

When the Intelligent Key battery is low, the Intel-
ligent Key warning light (

) will blink green

for about 30 seconds after the ignition switch is
placed in the ON position.

Since the Intelligent Key is continuously receiving
radio waves, if the key is left near equipment
which transmits strong radio waves, such as sig-
nals from a TV and personal computer, the bat-
tery life may become shorter.

For information regarding replacement of a bat-
tery, see “Battery replacement” in the “Mainte-
nance and do-it-yourself” section.

As many as 4 Intelligent Keys can be registered
and used with one vehicle. For information about
the purchase and use of additional Intelligent
Keys, contact a NISSAN dealer.

CAUTION

Listed below are conditions or occurrences
which will damage the Intelligent Key:

● Do not allow the Intelligent Key, which

contains

electrical

components,

come into contact with water or salt
water. This could affect the system
function.

● Do not drop the Intelligent Key.
● Do not strike the Intelligent Key sharply

against another object.

● Do not change or modify the Intelligent

Key.

● Wetting may damage the Intelligent

Key. If the Intelligent Key gets wet, im-
mediately wipe until it is completely dry.

● Do not place the Intelligent Key for an

extended period in an area where tem-
peratures exceed 140°F (60°C).

● Do not attach the Intelligent Key with a

key holder that contains a magnet.

● Do not place the Intelligent Key near

equipment that produces a magnetic
field, such as a TV, audio equipment and
personal computers.

If an Intelligent Key is lost or stolen, NISSAN
recommends erasing the ID code of that Intelli-
gent Key from the vehicle. This may prevent the
unauthorized use of the Intelligent Key to operate
the vehicle. For information regarding the erasing
procedure, contact a NISSAN dealer.

Pre-driving checks and adjustments

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