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Nissan Versa (2022 year). Manual in english - page 18

SYSTEM MALFUNCTION

• Do not attach metallic objects near the

sensor area (brush guard, etc.). This could

If the I-FCW system malfunctions, it will be

cause failure or malfunction.

turned off automatically, a chime will

sound, the AEB with Pedestrian Detection

• Do not alter, remove or paint the front

system warning light (orange) will illumi-

bumper. Before customizing or restoring

nate and the warning message [Malfunc-

the front bumper, it is recommended that

tion] will appear in the vehicle information

you visit a NISSAN dealer.

display (if so equipped).

Radio frequency statement

Action to take

For USA

If the warning light (orange) comes on, stop

the vehicle in a safe location, turn the en-

FCC ID OAYARS4B

gine off and restart the engine. If the

This device complies with Part 15 of the

warning light continues to illuminate, have

FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-

the I-FCW system checked. It is recom-

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lowing two conditions:

mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for

SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

1. This device may not cause harmful in-

this service.

A is located behind the lower

terference, and

grille of the front bumper.

2. This device must accept any interfer-

To keep the system operating properly, be

ence received, including interference

sure to observe the following:

that may cause undesired operation.

• Always keep the sensor area of the front

bumper clean.

• Do not strike or damage the areas

around the sensor.

• Do not cover or attach stickers or similar

objects on the front bumper near the

sensor area. This could cause failure or

malfunction.

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The system resets and starts reassessing

driving style and steering behavior when

the ignition switch is cycled from ON to OFF

and back on.

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INTELLIGENT DRIVER ALERTNESS

SYSTEM OPERATION

If the system detects driver fatigue or that

driver attention is decreasing, the mes-

sage “Take a break?” appears in the vehicle

information display and a chime sounds

when the vehicle is driven at speeds above

37 mph (60 km/h).

The system continuously monitors driver

attention and can provide multiple warn-

ings per trip.

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Perform the following steps to enable or

disable the I-DA system.

1. Press the

button until “Settings” dis-

plays in the vehicle information display

and press the OK button. Use the

button to select “Driver Assistance.” Then

press the OK button.

2. Select “Driver Attention Alert” and press

the OK button.

NOTE:

The setting will be retained even if the

engine is restarted.

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HOW TO ENABLE/DISABLE THE

INTELLIGENT DRIVER ALERTNESS

(I-DA) SYSTEM

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INTELLIGENT DRIVER ALERTNESS

Action to take

(I-DA) SYSTEM LIMITATIONS

Stop the vehicle in a safe location, place the

vehicle in P (Park) position, turn the engine

WARNING

off and restart the engine. If the system

warning message continues to appear,

Listed below are the system limitations

have the system checked. It is recom-

for the I-DA system. Failure to operate

mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for

the vehicle in accordance with these

this service.

system limitations could result in seri-

ous injury or death.

•

The I-DA system may not operate

properly and may not provide an

alert in the following conditions:

- Poor road conditions such as an

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uneven road surface or pot holes.

- Strong side wind.

System malfunction

- If you have adopted a sporty driv-

If the Intelligent Driver Alertness

system

ing style with higher cornering

malfunctions, the system warning mes-

speeds or higher rates of

sage will appear in the vehicle information

acceleration.

display and the function will be stopped

- Frequent lane changes or

automatically.

changes to vehicle speed.

•

The I-DA system will not provide an

alert in the following conditions:

- Vehicle speeds lower than 37 mph

(60 km/h).

- Short lapses of attention.

- Instantaneous distractions such

as dropping an object.

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BREAK-IN SCHEDULE

FUEL EFFICIENT DRIVING TIPS

Follow these easy-to-use Fuel Efficient

• Recirculating the cool air in the cabin

CAUTION

Driving Tips to help you achieve the most

when the A/C is on reduces cooling

During the first 1,200 miles (2,000 km),

fuel economy from your vehicle.

load.

follow these recommendations to ob-

1.

Use Smooth Accelerator and Brake

4.

Drive at Economical Speeds and

tain maximum engine performance

Pedal Application

Distances

and ensure the future reliability and

• Avoid rapid starts and stops.

• Observing the speed limit and not ex-

economy of your new vehicle. Failure to

• Use smooth, gentle accelerator and

ceeding 60 mph (97 km/h) (where le-

follow these recommendations may

brake application whenever possible.

gally allowed) can improve fuel effi-

result in shortened engine life and re-

ciency due to reduced aerodynamic

duced engine performance.

• Maintain constant speed while com-

drag.

muting and coast whenever possible.

•

Avoid driving for long periods at constant

• Maintaining a safe following distance

speed, either fast or slow, and do not run

2.

Maintain Constant Speed

behind other vehicles reduces unnec-

the engine over 4,000 rpm.

• Look ahead to try and anticipate and

essary braking.

•

Do not accelerate at full throttle in any

minimize stops.

• Safely monitoring traffic to anticipate

gear.

• Synchronizing your speed with traffic

changes in speed permits reduced

•

Avoid quick starts.

lights allows you to reduce your num-

braking and smooth acceleration

•

Avoid hard braking as much as possible.

ber of stops.

changes.

• Maintaining a steady speed can mini-

• Select a gear range suitable to road

mize red light stops and improve fuel

conditions.

efficiency.

5.

Use Cruise Control

3.

Use Air Conditioning (A/C) at Higher

• Using cruise control during highway

Vehicle Speeds

driving helps maintain a steady speed.

• Below 40 mph (64 km/h), it is more

• Cruise control is particularly effective

efficient to open windows to cool the

in providing fuel savings when driving

vehicle due to reduced engine load.

on flat terrains.

• Above 40 mph (64 km/h), it is more

efficient to use A/C to cool the vehicle

due to increased aerodynamic drag.

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PARKING/PARKING ON HILLS

•

Do not leave children unattended in-

side the vehicle. They could unknow-

ingly activate switches or controls or

make the vehicle move. Unattended

children could become involved in

serious accidents.

•

To help avoid risk of injury or death

through unintended operation of the

vehicle and/or its systems, do not

leave children, people who require

the assistance of others or pets unat-

tended in your vehicle. Additionally,

the temperature inside a closed ve-

hicle on a warm day can quickly be-

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come high enough to cause a signifi-

cant risk of injury or death to people

WARNING

•

Safe parking procedures require that

and pets.

both the parking brake be set and the

•

Do not stop or park the vehicle over

transmission placed into P (Park) or

1.

Firmly apply the parking brake.

flammable materials such as dry

in an appropriate gear for manual

grass, waste paper or rags. They may

2.

M/T models:

transmission (M/T) models. Failure to

ignite and cause a fire.

do so could cause the vehicle to

Place the shift lever in the R (Reverse)

move unexpectedly or roll away and

position. When parking on an uphill

result in an accident. Make sure the

grade, place the shift lever in 1st gear.

shift lever has been pushed as far

Continuously Variable Transmission

forward as it can go and cannot be

models:

moved without depressing the foot

brake pedal.

Move the shift lever into the P (Park)

•

Never leave the engine running while

position.

the vehicle is unattended.

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Using the system

instrument panel. The brake system then

• Tire type and condition may also af-

operates normally but without anti-lock

fect braking effectiveness.

Depress the brake pedal and hold it down.

assistance.

- When replacing tires, install the

Depress the brake pedal with firm steady

specified size of tires on all four

pressure, but do not pump the brakes. The

If the ABS warning light illuminates during

wheels.

Anti-lock Braking System will operate to

the self-test or while driving, have the ve-

prevent the wheels from locking up. Steer

hicle checked. It is recommended that you

- When installing a spare tire, make

the vehicle to avoid obstacles.

visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

sure that it is the proper size and

type as specified on the Tire and

WARNING

Normal operation

Loading Information label. For ad-

ditional information, see “Tire and

The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) oper-

Do not pump the brake pedal. Doing so

Loading Information

label”

ates at speeds above 3 - 6 mph (5 - 10

may result in increased stopping

(P. 8-30).

km/h). The speed varies according to road

distances.

- For additional information, see

conditions.

“Wheels and tires” (P. 8-27).

Self-test feature

When the ABS senses that one or more

The ABS controls the brakes so the wheels

wheels are close to locking up, the actuator

The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) in-

do not lock during hard braking or when

rapidly applies and releases hydraulic pres-

cludes electronic sensors, electric pumps,

braking on slippery surfaces. The system

sure. This action is similar to pumping the

hydraulic solenoids and a computer. The

detects the rotation speed at each wheel

brakes very quickly. You may feel a pulsa-

computer has a built-in diagnostic feature

and varies the brake fluid pressure to pre-

tion in the brake pedal and hear a noise

that tests the system each time you start

vent each wheel from locking and sliding.

from under the hood or feel a vibration

the engine and move the vehicle at a low

By preventing each wheel from locking, the

from the actuator when it is operating. This

speed in forward or reverse. When the self-

system helps the driver maintain steering

is normal and indicates that the ABS is op-

test occurs, you may hear a “clunk” noise

control and helps to minimize swerving

erating properly. However, the pulsation

and/or feel a pulsation in the brake pedal.

and spinning on slippery surfaces.

may indicate that road conditions are haz-

This is normal and does not indicate a mal-

ardous and extra care is required while

function. If the computer senses a mal-

driving.

function, it switches the ABS off and illumi-

nates the ABS warning light on the

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VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC)

SYSTEM

BRAKE ASSIST

The VDC system uses various sensors to

When the VDC system operates, the

monitor driver inputs and vehicle motion.

indicator light in the instrument panel

When the force applied to the brake pedal

Under certain driving conditions, the VDC

flashes so note the following:

exceeds a certain level, the Brake Assist is

system helps to perform the following

• The road may be slippery or the system

activated generating greater braking force

functions:

may determine some action is required to

than a conventional brake booster even

•

Controls brake pressure to reduce wheel

help keep the vehicle on the steered path.

with light pedal force.

slip on one slipping drive wheel so power

• You may feel a pulsation in the brake

is transferred to a non-slipping drive

pedal and hear a noise or vibration from

WARNING

wheel on the same axle.

under the hood. This is normal and indi-

The Brake Assist is only an aid to assist

•

Controls brake pressure and engine out-

cates that the VDC system is working

braking operation and is not a collision

put to reduce drive wheel slip based on

properly.

warning or avoidance device. It is the

vehicle speed (traction control function).

• Adjust your speed and driving to the road

driver’s responsibility to stay alert,

•

Controls brake pressure at individual

conditions.

drive safely and be in control of the ve-

wheels and engine output to help the

For additional information, “Slip indicator

hicle at all times.

driver maintain control of the vehicle in

light” (P. 2-11) and “Vehicle Dynamic Control

the following conditions:

(VDC) OFF indicator light” (P. 2-21).

- Understeer (vehicle tends to not follow

the steered path despite increased

If a malfunction occurs in the system, the

steering input)

indicator light comes on in the instru-

- Oversteer (vehicle tends to spin due to

ment panel. The VDC system automatically

certain road or driving conditions)

turns off when this indicator light is on.

The VDC system can help the driver to

The VDC OFF switch (if so equipped) is used

maintain control of the vehicle, but it can-

to turn off the VDC system. The VDC system

not prevent loss of vehicle control in all driv-

can also be enabled or disabled in the ve-

ing situations.

hicle information display (if so equipped).

The

indicator light, the RAB warning

light, and the AEB with Pedestrian Detec-

tion warning light illuminate to indicate

that the VDC, the RAB, and the AEB with

Pedestrian Detection systems are off.

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When the VDC OFF switch (if so equipped)

WARNING

•

If engine control related parts are not

or the vehicle information display (if so

NISSAN recommended or are ex-

equipped) is used to turn off the system,

•

The VDC system is designed to help

tremely deteriorated, the

indi-

the VDC system still operates to prevent

the driver maintain stability but does

cator light may illuminate.

one drive wheel from slipping by transfer-

not prevent accidents due to abrupt

•

When driving on extremely inclined

ring power to a non-slipping drive wheel.

steering operation at high speeds or

surfaces such as higher banked cor-

The

indicator light flashes if this oc-

by careless or dangerous driving

ners, the VDC system may not oper-

curs. All other VDC functions are off and the

techniques. Reduce vehicle speed

ate properly and the

indicator

indicator light will not flash.

and be especially careful when driv-

light may flash or illuminate. Do not

ing and cornering on slippery sur-

The VDC system is automatically reset to

drive on these types of roads.

faces and always drive carefully.

on when the ignition switch is placed in the

•

When driving on an unstable surface

OFF position then back to the ON position.

•

Do not modify the vehicle's suspen-

such as a turntable, ferry, elevator or

sion. If suspension parts such as

The computer has a built-in diagnostic fea-

ramp, the

indicator light may

shock absorbers, struts, springs, sta-

ture that tests the system each time you

flash or illuminate. This is not a mal-

bilizer bars, bushings and wheels are

start the engine and move the vehicle for-

function. Restart the engine after

not NISSAN recommended for your

ward or in reverse at a slow speed. When

driving onto a stable surface.

vehicle or are extremely deterio-

the self-test occurs, you may hear a clunk

•

If wheels or tires other than the

rated, the VDC system may not oper-

noise and/or feel a pulsation in the brake

NISSAN recommended ones are

ate properly. This could adversely af-

pedal. This is normal and is not an indica-

used, the VDC system may not oper-

fect vehicle handling performance,

tion of a malfunction.

ate properly and the

indicator

and the

indicator light may flash

light may flash or illuminate.

or illuminate.

•

The VDC system is not a substitute

•

If brake related parts such as brake

for winter tires or tire chains on a

pads, rotors and calipers are not

snow covered road.

NISSAN recommended or are ex-

tremely deteriorated, the VDC sys-

tem may not operate properly and

the

indicator light may

illuminate.

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BRAKE FORCE DISTRIBUTION

•

If brake related parts such as brake

•

If wheels or tires other than the

During braking while driving through turns,

pads, rotors and calipers are not

NISSAN recommended ones are

the system optimizes the distribution of

NISSAN recommended or are ex-

used, the VDC system may not oper-

force to each of the front and rear wheels

tremely deteriorated, the VDC sys-

ate properly and the

indicator

depending on the radius of the turn.

tem may not operate properly and

light may flash or illuminate.

the

indicator light may

•

The VDC system is not a substitute

WARNING

illuminate.

for winter tires or tire

chains on a

•

If engine control related parts are not

snow covered road.

•

The VDC system is designed to help

NISSAN recommended or are ex-

the driver maintain stability but does

tremely deteriorated, the

indi-

not prevent accidents due to abrupt

cator light may illuminate.

steering operation at high speeds or

•

When driving on extremely inclined

by careless or dangerous driving

surfaces such as higher banked cor-

techniques. Reduce vehicle speed

ners, the VDC system may not oper-

and be especially careful when driv-

ate properly and the

indicator

ing and cornering on slippery sur-

light may flash or illuminate. Do not

faces and always drive carefully.

drive on these types of roads.

•

Do not modify the vehicle's suspen-

•

When driving on an unstable surface

sion. If suspension parts such as

such as a turntable, ferry, elevator or

shock absorbers, struts, springs, sta-

ramp, the

indicator light may

bilizer bars, bushings and wheels are

flash or illuminate. This is not a mal-

not NISSAN recommended for your

function. Restart the engine after

vehicle or are extremely deterio-

driving onto a stable surface.

rated, the VDC system may not oper-

ate properly. This could adversely af-

fect vehicle handling performance,

and the

indicator light may flash

or illuminate.

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HILL START ASSIST SYSTEM

REAR SONAR SYSTEM (RSS)

When the vehicle is stopped on a hill, the hill

WARNING

start assist system automatically keeps

•

Never rely solely on the hill start as-

the brakes applied to help prevent the ve-

sist system to prevent the vehicle

hicle from rolling backward in the time it

from moving backward on a hill. Al-

takes the driver to release the brake pedal

ways drive carefully and attentively.

and apply the accelerator.

Depress the brake pedal when the

The hill start assist system will operate au-

vehicle is stopped on a steep hill. Be

tomatically under the following conditions:

especially careful when stopped on a

• The transmission is shifted to a forward

hill on frozen or muddy roads. Failure

or reverse gear.

to prevent the vehicle from rolling

backwards may result in a loss of

• The vehicle is stopped completely on a

control of the vehicle and possible

hill by applying the brake. The maximum

serious injury or death.

holding time is 2 seconds. After 2 sec-

onds the vehicle will begin to roll back and

•

The hill start assist system is not de-

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the hill start assist system will stop oper-

signed to hold the vehicle at a stand-

ating completely.

The RSS sounds a tone to inform the driver

still on a hill. Depress the brake pedal

of obstacles near the bumper.

when the vehicle is stopped on a

The hill start assist system will not operate

steep hill. Failure to do so may cause

when the shift lever is placed in the N (Neu-

When the “DISPLAY” key is on, the sonar

view will automatically appear in the

the vehicle to roll backwards and

tral) or P (Park) position or on a flat and level

may result in a collision or serious

road.

touch-screen display. An additional view of

the sonar status will appear in the vehicle

personal injury.

information display for reference.

•

The hill start assist system may not

prevent the vehicle from rolling

backwards on a hill under all load or

road conditions. Always be prepared

to depress the brake pedal to prevent

the vehicle from rolling backwards.

Failure to do so may result in a colli-

sion or serious personal injury.

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When the object is detected, the indicator

(green) appears and blinks and the tone

sounds intermittently. When the vehicle

moves closer to the object, the color of the

indicator turns yellow and the rate of the

blinking increases. When the vehicle is very

close to the object, the indicator stops

blinking and turns red, and the tone

sounds continuously.

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When the corner of the vehicle moves

A will appear when

closer to an object, the corner sonar indi-

the vehicle moves closer to an object.

A appears. When the center of the

vehicle moves close to an object, the cen-

B appears.

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The system is automatically activated

when the ignition is in the ON position and

the shift lever is in the R (Reverse) position.

Perform the following steps to enable or

disable the sonar system:

For vehicles with the vehicle information

display (if so equipped):

1.

Press the

button until “Settings” dis-

plays in the vehicle information display.

Use the

button to select “Driver As-

sistance.” Then press the OK button.

2.

Select “Parking Aids” and press the OK

button.

3.

Select “Sonar” and press the OK button.

• Select “Rear Sensor” and press the OK

button to turn the sonar system on or

off.

• Select “Display” to display the parking

sensor in the vehicle information dis-

play when the sonar system activates.

• Select “Range” to change the sonar

system distance to “Far,” “Mid” or “Near.”

• Select “Volume” to change the volume

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to “High,” “Med,” or “Low.”

HOW TO ENABLE/DISABLE THE

SONAR SYSTEM

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For vehicles with the RSS OFF switch (if

so equipped):

1. The RSS is automatically enabled when

the ignition switch is placed in the ON

position and the shift lever is in R

(Reverse).

2. Push the RSS OFF switch once to disable

the RSS. The indicator light on the RSS

switch will not illuminate.

The RSS will automatically be turned on

when the engine is restarted.

SONAR LIMITATIONS

WARNING

Listed below are the system limitations

for the sonar system. Failure to operate

the vehicle in accordance with these

system limitations could result in seri-

ous injury or death.

• Read and understand the limitations

of the sonar system as contained in

this section. Inclement weather may

affect the function of the sonar sys-

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tem; this may include reduced per-

formance or a false activation.

• The system is deactivated at speeds

above 6 mph (10 km/h). It is reacti-

vated at lower speeds.

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•

Inclement weather or ultrasonic

SYSTEM TEMPORARILY

sources such as an automatic car

UNAVAILABLE

wash, a truck’s compressed-air

When sonar blockage is detected, the sys-

brakes or a pneumatic drill may af-

tem will be deactivated automatically.

fect the function of the system; this

may include reduced performance or

The system is not available until the condi-

tions no longer exist.

a false activation.

•

The system is not designed to pre-

The sonar sensors may be blocked by tem-

vent contact with small or moving

porary ambient conditions such as splash-

objects. Always move slowly. The

ing water, mist or fog. The blocked condi-

system will not detect small objects

tion may also be caused by objects such as

below the bumper or on the ground.

ice, frost or dirt obstructing the sonar

sensors.

•

The system may not detect the fol-

lowing objects: fluffy objects such as

Action to take:

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snow, cloth, cotton, glass-wool, etc.;

When the above conditions no longer exist,

thin objects such as rope, wire and

SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

the system will resume automatically.

chain, etc.; or wedge-shaped objects.

1

are located on the

•

The system may not detect objects

rear bumper. Always keep the area near

at speeds above 3 mph (5 km/h) and

the sonar sensors clean.

may not detect certain angular or

The sonar sensors may be blocked by tem-

moving objects.

porary ambient conditions such as splash-

•

Do not attach stickers

(including

ing water, mist or fog.

transparent material), install acces-

sories, or apply anything blocking

The blocked condition may also be caused

the sensors. These conditions may

by objects such as ice, frost or dirt ob-

reduce the ability of the system.

structing the sonar sensors.

Check for and remove objects obstructing

the area around the sonar sensors.

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