Nissan Sentra (2022 year). Manual in english - page 19

Shifting

After starting the engine, fully depress the
brake pedal and move the shift lever from P
(Park) to any of the desired shift positions.

WARNING

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

If the ignition switch is placed in the OFF or
AUTO ACC position for any reason while the
vehicle is in N (Neutral), or any drive position,
the ignition switch cannot be placed in the
LOCK position. If this occurs, perform the
following steps:

1. Apply the parking brake when the ve-

hicle is stopped.

2. Move the shift lever to P (Park) to park

the vehicle and place the ignition switch
in the LOCK position.

P (Park)

CAUTION

To prevent transmission damage, use
the P (Park) position only when the ve-
hicle is completely stopped.

Use the P (Park) shift lever position when
the vehicle is parked or when starting the
engine. Make sure the vehicle is completely
stopped.

The brake pedal must be de-

pressed and the shift lever button
pressed 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 place
the shift lever into the P (Park) position.

R (Reverse)

CAUTION

To prevent transmission damage, use
the R (Reverse) position only when the
vehicle is completely stopped.

Use the R (Reverse) position to back up.
Make

sure

the

vehicle

completely

stopped before selecting the R (Reverse)
position.

The brake pedal must be de-

pressed and the shift lever button
pressed in to move the shift lever from P
(Park), N (Neutral) or any drive 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.

L (Low) (if so equipped)

Use this position for maximum engine
braking

steep

downhill

gradients/

climbing steep slopes and whenever ap-
proaching sharp bends. Do not use the L
(Low) position in any other circumstances.

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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 button
pressed.

It will be necessary to jump start or have
your battery charged. For additional infor-
mation, see “Jump starting” (P. 6-9). It is rec-
ommended that you contact a NISSAN
dealer or a professional towing service.

To move the shift lever, complete the fol-
lowing procedure:

1. Push the ignition switch to the LOCK

position.

2. Apply the parking brake.

3. Using a protective cloth on the tip of a

3 mm screwdriver, remove the shift lock
release cover.

• If available, a plastic trim tool can also

be used.

4. Insert the small screwdriver in the shift

lock release slot and push down.

5. Move the shift lever to the N (Neutral)

position while holding down the shift
lock release.

6. Push the ignition switch to the ON posi-

tion to unlock the steering wheel. Now
the vehicle may be moved to the desired
location.

If the shift lever cannot be moved out of P
(Park), have the transmission checked as
soon as possible. It is recommended that
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 de-
pressed, the stop lights may not work.
Malfunctioning stop lights could cause
an accident injuring yourself and others.

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Drive sport mode switch

To select the drive sport mode, push the
drive sport mode switch with the shift lever
in the D (Drive) position.

The drive sport mode indicator in the ve-
hicle information display illuminates next
to the Transmission Shift Position indicator.
To turn off the drive sport mode, push the
drive sport mode switch again. The drive
sport mode indicator will turn off. When the
shift lever is shifted to any position other
than D (Drive), the drive sport mode will be
automatically turned off.

OFF position:

For normal driving and fuel economy, use
the OFF position.

ON position:

For driving up or down long slopes where
engine braking is necessary, or for powerful
acceleration, use the ON position. The
transmission will automatically select a dif-
ferent gear ratio, allowing the engine to
provide high output.

Remember not to drive at high speeds for
extended periods of time with the drive
sport mode in the ON position. This re-
duces fuel economy.

Accelerator downshift
— in D (Drive) position —

For passing or hill climbing, 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 tem-
perature becomes too high (for example,
when climbing steep grades in high tem-

peratures with heavy loads, such as when
towing a trailer), engine power and, under
some conditions, vehicle speed will be de-
creased

automatically

reduce

the

chance of transmission damage. Vehicle
speed can be controlled with the accelera-
tor 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 Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
may come on to indicate the fail-safe
mode is activated. For additional infor-
mation, see “Malfunction Indicator Light
(MIL)” (P. 2-10). This will occur even if all
electrical circuits are functioning prop-
erly. In this case, place the ignition switch
in the OFF position and wait for 10 sec-
onds. Then push 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 condi-
tion, have the transmission checked and
repaired, if necessary. It is recommended
that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this
service.

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WARNING

When the high fluid temperature pro-
tection mode or fail-safe operation oc-
curs, vehicle speed may be gradually
reduced. The reduced speed may be
lower than other traffic, which could in-
crease the chance of a collision. Be es-
pecially careful when driving. If neces-
sary, pull to the side of the road at a safe
place and allow the transmission to re-
turn to normal operation, or have it re-
paired if necessary.

MANUAL TRANSMISSION (if so
equipped)

WARNING

•

Do not downshift abruptly on slip-
pery 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.

•

Do not shift to the N (Neutral) posi-
tion while driving. Doing so may re-
sult in an accident due to loss of en-
gine braking.

CAUTION

•

Do not rest your foot on the clutch
pedal while driving. This may cause
clutch damage.

•

Fully depress the clutch pedal before
shifting to help prevent transmission
damage.

•

Stop your vehicle completely before
shifting into R (Reverse).

•

When the vehicle is stopped with the
engine running (for example, at a
stop light), shift to N (Neutral) and re-
lease the clutch pedal with the foot
brake applied.

•

Do not shift to the N (Neutral) posi-
tion while driving. Doing so may re-
sult in an accident due to loss of en-
gine braking.

Shifting

To change gears or when upshifting or
downshifting, depress the clutch pedal
fully, shift into the appropriate gear, then
release the clutch slowly and smoothly.

To ensure smooth gear changes, fully de-
press 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. Trans-
mission damage may occur.

Start the vehicle in 1st gear and shift to 2nd,
3rd, 4th and 5th up to 6th gear in sequence
according to vehicle speed.

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To back up, lift up on the shift lever ring

and then move it to the R (Reverse) position
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 R
(Reverse) or 1 (1st), shift into N (Neutral), then
release the clutch pedal. Depress the
clutch pedal again and shift into R (Re-
verse) or 1 (1st).

Suggested up-shift speeds

The following are suggested vehicle speeds
for shifting into a higher gear. These sugges-
tions relate to fuel economy and vehicle per-
formance. Actual upshift speeds will vary ac-
cording to road conditions, the weather and
individual driving habits.

2.0L 4 cylinder (MR20DD engine models)
(6 M/T)

GEAR Change

mph (km/h)

1st to 2nd

9 (14)

2nd to 3rd

14 (22)

3rd to 4th

19 (31)

4th to 5th

26 (42)

5th to 6th

30 (48)

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 engine
when shifting to a lower gear as it may
cause engine damage or loss of vehicle
control.

2.0L 4 cylinder (MR20DD engine models)
(6 M/T)

GEAR

mph (km/h)

1st

30 (48)

2nd

52 (83)

3rd

76 (122)

4th

103 (166)

5th

—

6th

—

WARNING

•

Be sure the parking brake is fully re-
leased before driving. Failure to do so
can cause brake failure and lead to
an accident.

•

Do not release the parking brake
from outside the vehicle.

•

Do not use the shift lever in place of
the parking brake. When parking, be
sure

the

parking

brake

fully

engaged.

•

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-
come high enough to cause a signifi-
cant risk of injury or death to people
and pets.

PARKING BRAKE

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HAND TYPE (if so equipped)

To engage:

Pull the lever up

To release:

1. Firmly apply the foot brake.

Manual transmission models:

Place the shift lever in the N (Neutral)
position.

Continuously Variable Transmission
models:

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

3. While pulling up on the parking brake

lever slightly, press the button and lower
completely

4. Before

driving,

sure

the

brake

warning light goes out.

PEDAL TYPE (if so equipped)

To engage:

Firmly depress the parking

brake.

To release:

1. Firmly apply the foot brake.

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

position.

3. Firmly depress the parking brake pedal

and it will release.

4. Before

driving,

sure

the

brake

warning light goes out.

LSD2197

LSD0158

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The ECO mode helps to enhance the fuel
economy by controlling the throttle sensi-
tivity and transmission points.

To turn on the ECO mode, push the ECO
mode switch. The ECO mode indicator light
(on the meter or vehicle information dis-
play) will remain lit while the mode is active.

To turn off the ECO mode, push the ECO
mode switch again. The ECO mode indica-
tor light (on the meter or vehicle informa-
tion display) will turn off.

The ECO mode cannot be turned off while
the accelerator pedal is depressed, even if

the ECO mode switch is pushed off. Release
the accelerator pedal to turn off the ECO
mode.

The ECO mode will turn off automatically if
a malfunction occurs in the system.

Turn off the ECO mode or depress the ac-
celerator pedal fully when:
• Driving with a heavy load of passengers

or cargo in the vehicle

• Driving on a steep uphill slope
• ECO mode may affect air conditioner

performance

NOTE:

Selecting this drive mode will not neces-
sarily improve fuel economy as many driv-
ing factors influence its effectiveness.

SHIFT LEVER INDICATOR (2.0L 4
cylinder (MR20DD engine model)
MANUAL TRANSMISSION MODELS
ONLY) (if so equipped)

The shift lever indicator is used to support
the suitable timing of gear change. It oper-
ates only when the ECO mode is on.

The shift indicator icon and recommended
gear position are displayed.

The shift indicator icon indicates when to
upshift or downshift for fuel economy.

LSD3737

LSD2143

ECO MODE SWITCH

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NOTE:
• The shift indicator is a guide for fuel

economy. Always pay attention to road
conditions and other traffic.

• Downshift the indicator icon to the 1

(1st) position if not displayed.

• If the downshifting icon is displayed

when decreasing your vehicle speed, it
indicates that the engine speed is low
compared to the gear position.

The TSR system provides the driver with
information about the most recently de-
tected speed limit. The system captures
the road sign information with the multi-
sensing front camera unit

located on

the windshield in front of the inside rear-
view mirror and displays the detected
signs in the vehicle information display. For
vehicles equipped with a navigation sys-
tem, the speed limit displayed is based on a
combination of navigation system data
and live camera recognition. TSR informa-
tion is always displayed at the top of the

vehicle information display, and optionally
in the main central area of the display
screen.

WARNING

The TSR system is only intended to be a
support device to help provide the
driver with information. It is not a re-
placement for the driver’s attention to
traffic conditions or responsibility to
drive safely. It cannot prevent acci-
dents due to carelessness. It is the driv-
er’s responsibility to stay alert and
drive safely at all times.

LSD3893

TRAFFIC SIGN RECOGNITION (TSR)
(if so equipped)

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SYSTEM OPERATION

The Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR) system
displays the following types of road signs:

䊊

Speed sign detected (in Canada)

䊊

Speed sign detected (in USA)

䊊

Speed sign detected (no speed limit
detected)

䊊

“Do not pass” sign detected

CAUTION

•

The TSR system is intended as an aid
to careful driving. It is the driver’s re-
sponsibility to stay alert, drive safely,
and observe all road regulations that
currently apply, including looking out
for road signs.

LSD3803

For vehicles with the 7 inch meter

display

LSD3789

For vehicles with the 4.2 inch meter

display

LSD3378

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•

The TSR system may not function
properly

under

the

following

conditions:

–

When the road sign is not clearly
visible, for example, due to dam-
age or weather conditions.

–

When rain, snow or dirt adheres to
the windshield in front of the
multi-sensing camera unit.

–

When

the

headlights

are

not

bright, for example, due to dirt on
the lens or if the aiming is not ad-
justed properly.

–

When strong light enters the cam-
era unit. (For example, the light di-
rectly shines on the front of the
vehicle at sunrise or sunset.)

–

When a sudden change in bright-
ness occurs. (For example, when
the vehicle enters or exits a tunnel
or under a bridge.)

–

If there are deviations in relation
to the navigation, for example due
to changes in the road routing.

–

When overtaking buses or trucks
with speed stickers.

TURNING THE TRAFFIC SIGN
RECOGNITION (TSR) SYSTEM ON
AND OFF

Perform the following steps to enable or
disable the TSR system.

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 “Speed Limit Sign” and press the

OK button to turn the system on or off.

LSD3978

For vehicles with the 7 inch meter

display

LSD3790

For vehicles with the 4.2 inch meter

display

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SYSTEM TEMPORARILY
UNAVAILABLE

If the vehicle is parked in direct sunlight
under high temperature conditions (over
approximately

104°F

[40°C])

and

then

started, the TSR system may be deacti-
vated automatically. The “Unavailable: High
Camera Temperature” warning message
will appear in the vehicle information
display.

Action to take:

When the interior temperature is reduced,
the TSR system will resume operating
automatically.

SYSTEM MALFUNCTION

If the TSR system malfunctions, it will be
turned off automatically and the system
“Malfunction” warning message will appear
in the vehicle information display.

Action to take:

If the TSR “Malfunction” message appears,
pull off the road at a safe location and stop
the vehicle. Turn the engine off and restart
the engine. If the TSR “Malfunction” mes-
sage continues to appear, have the system
checked. It is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN dealer for this service.

SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

The TSR system uses the same multi-
sensing front camera unit that is used by
the Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system,
located in front of the interior rearview mir-
ror. For additional information, see ”System
maintenance” (P. 5-34).

WARNING

Failure to follow the warnings and in-
structions for proper use of the LDW
system could result in serious injury or
death.

•

This system is only a warning device
to inform the driver of a potential un-
intended lane departure. It will not
steer the vehicle or prevent loss of
control. It is the driver’s responsibility
to stay alert, drive safely, keep the
vehicle in the traveling lane, and be in
control of the vehicle at all times.

LSD3893

LANE DEPARTURE WARNING (LDW)

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The LDW system will operate when the ve-
hicle is driven at speeds of approximately
37 mph (60 km/h) and above, and only
when the lane markings are clearly visible
on the road.

The LDW system monitors the lane mark-
ers on the traveling lane using the camera
unit

located above the inside mirror.

The LDW system warns the driver that the
vehicle is beginning to leave the driving
lane with an indicator and a steering wheel
vibration. For additional information, see
“LDW system operation” (P. 5-29).

LDW SYSTEM OPERATION

LSD3291

For vehicles with the 7 inch meter display

Starting and driving

5-29

The LDW system provides a lane departure
warning function when the vehicle is driven
at

speeds

approximately

mph

(60 km/h) and above and the lane mark-
ings are clear. When the vehicle ap-
proaches either the left or the right side of
the traveling lane, the steering wheel will
vibrate and the LDW indicator on the instru-
ment panel will blink to alert the driver.

The warning function will stop when the
vehicle returns inside of the lane markers.

LSD3782

For vehicles with the 4.2 inch meter display

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HOW TO ENABLE/DISABLE THE
LDW SYSTEM

Perform the following steps to enable or
disable the LDW system.

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 “Lane” and press the OK button.

3. Select “Lane Departure Warning” and

press the OK button to turn the system
on or off.

LSD3486

For vehicles with the 7 inch meter display

Starting and driving

5-31

LDW SYSTEM LIMITATIONS

WARNING

Listed below are the system limitations
for the LDW system. Failure to follow
the

warnings

and

instructions

for

proper use of the LDW system could re-
sult in serious injury or death.

•

The system will not operate at
speeds below approximately 37 mph
(60 km/h) or if it cannot detect lane
markers.

•

Do not use the LDW system under the
following conditions as it may not
function properly:

–

During bad weather (rain, fog,

snow, etc.).

–

When driving on slippery roads,

such as on ice or snow.

–

When driving on winding or un-

even roads.

–

When there is a lane closure due to

road repairs.

–

When driving in a makeshift or

temporary lane.

–

When driving on roads where the

lane width is too narrow.

LSD3779

For vehicles with the 4.2 inch meter display

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–

When driving without normal tire

conditions (for example, tire wear,
low tire pressure, installation of
spare tire, tire chains, nonstan-
dard wheels).

–

When the vehicle is equipped with

non-original brake parts or sus-
pension parts.

–

When you are towing a trailer or

other vehicle.

•

The system may not function prop-
erly under the following conditions:

–

On roads where there are multiple

parallel lane markers; lane mark-
ers that are faded or not painted
clearly; yellow painted lane mark-
ers; non-standard lane markers;
or lane markers covered with wa-
ter, dirt, snow, etc.

–

On roads where the discontinued

lane markers are still detectable.

–

On roads where there are sharp

curves.

–

On roads where there are sharply

contrasting objects, such as shad-
ows, snow, water, wheel ruts,
seams or lines remaining after
road repairs. (The LDW system
could detect these items as lane
markers.)

–

On roads where the traveling lane

merges or separates.

–

When the vehicle’s traveling direc-

tion does not align with the lane
marker.

–

When traveling close to the ve-

hicle in front of you, which ob-
structs the lane camera unit de-
tection range.

–

When rain, snow, dirt or an object

adheres to the windshield in front
of the lane camera unit.

–

When the headlights are not bright

due to dirt on the lens or if the aim-
ing is not adjusted properly.

–

When strong light enters the lane

camera unit. (For example, the
light directly shines on the front of
the vehicle at sunrise or sunset.)

–

When a sudden change in bright-

ness occurs. (For example, when
the vehicle enters or exits a tunnel
or under a bridge.)

SYSTEM TEMPORARILY
UNAVAILABLE

If the vehicle is parked in direct sunlight
under high temperature conditions (over
approximately

104°F

[40°C])

and

then

started, the LDW system may be deacti-
vated automatically and the following
message will appear in the vehicle infor-
mation display: “Unavailable: High Cabin
Temperature.”

When the interior temperature is reduced,
the LDW system will resume operating
automatically.

The LDW system is not designed to warn
under the following conditions:
• When you operate the lane change signal

and change traveling lanes in the direc-
tion of the signal. (The LDW system will
become operable again approximately
2 seconds after the lane change signal is
turned off.)

• When the vehicle speed lowers to less

than approximately 37 mph (60 km/h).

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