Nissan Sentra (2022 year). Manual in english

Action to take:

When the conditions listed above are no
longer present, the warning message will
no longer be available in the vehicle infor-
mation display. If the “Forward Driving Aids
Temporarily

Disabled

Front

Sensor

Blocked: See Owner’s Manual” or “Driving
Aids Temporarily Disabled Front Sensor
Blocked: See Manual” warning message
continues to be displayed, have the system
checked. It is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN dealer for this service.

Condition C

When the radar sensor of the front bumper
is covered with mud, dirt, snow, ice, etc., or is
obstructed, the I-FCW system will auto-
matically be canceled, the chime will sound
and the “Forward Driving Aids Temporarily
Disabled Front Sensor Blocked: See Own-
er’s Manual” or “Driving Aids Temporarily
Disabled

Front

Sensor

Blocked:

See

Manual” warning message will appear in
the vehicle information display.

LSD3796

For vehicles with the 4.2 inch meter display

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Action to take:

If the warning message appears, stop the
vehicle in a safe place, place the shift lever
in the P (Park) position, and turn the engine
off. When the radar signal is temporarily
interrupted, clean the sensor area of the
front bumper and restart the engine. If the
“Forward Driving Aids Temporarily Disabled
Front Sensor Blocked: See Owner’s Manual”
or “Driving Aids Temporarily Disabled Front
Sensor Blocked: See Manual” warning mes-
sage continues to be displayed, have the
system checked. It is recommended that
you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

Condition D

When driving on roads with limited road
structures or buildings (for example, long
bridges, deserts, snowfields, driving next to
long walls), the system may illuminate the
system warning light and display the “For-
ward Driving Aids Temporarily Disabled
Front Sensor Blocked: See Owner’s Manual”
or “Driving Aids Temporarily Disabled Front
Sensor Blocked: See Manual” message.

Action to take:

When the above driving conditions no lon-
ger exist, turn the system back on.

NOTE:

If the AEB with Pedestrian Detection sys-
tem stops working, the I-FCW system will
also stop working.

SYSTEM MALFUNCTION

If the I-FCW system malfunctions, it will be
turned off automatically, a chime will
sound, the AEB with Pedestrian Detection
warning light (orange) will illuminate and
the warning message [Malfunction] will ap-
pear in the vehicle information display.

Action to take

If the warning light (orange) comes on, stop
the vehicle in a safe location, turn the en-
gine off and restart the engine. If the
warning light continues to illuminate, have
the I-FCW system checked. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
this service.

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SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

The sensor

is located on the front of the

vehicle.

To keep the system operating properly, be
sure to observe the following:
• Always keep the sensor area of the front

bumper/emblem 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.

• Do not attach metallic objects near the

sensor area (brush guard, etc.). This could
cause failure or malfunction.

• Do not alter, remove or paint the front

bumper. Before customizing or restoring
the front bumper, it is recommended that
you visit a NISSAN dealer.

WARNING

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

•

The I–DA system is only a warning to
inform the driver of a potential lack
of driver attention or drowsiness. It
will not steer the vehicle or prevent
loss of control.

•

The I–DA system does not detect and
provide an alert of the driver’s lack of
attention

fatigue

every

situation.

•

It is the driver’s responsibility to:

–

stay alert,

–

drive safely,

–

keep the vehicle in the traveling
lane,

–

be in control of the vehicle at all
times,

–

avoid driving when tired,

–

avoid distractions (texting, etc.).

LSD3826

INTELLIGENT DRIVER ALERTNESS
(I-DA)

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The I–DA system helps alert the driver if the
system detects a lack of attention or driv-
ing fatigue.

The system monitors driving style and
steering behavior over a period of time,
and it detects changes from the normal
pattern. If the system detects that driver
attention is decreasing over a period of
time, the system uses audible and visual
warnings to suggest that the driver take a
break.

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.

The system resets and starts reassessing
driving style and steering behavior when the
ignition switch is cycled from the ON to the
OFF position and back to the ON position.

LSD3807

For vehicles with the 7 inch meter

display

LSD3984

For vehicles with the 4.2 inch meter

display

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INTELLIGENT DRIVER ALERTNESS
(I-DA) SYSTEM LIMITATIONS

WARNING

Listed below are the system limitations
for the I–DA system. Failure to operate
the vehicle in accordance with these
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

uneven road surface or potholes.

–

Strong side wind.

–

If you have adopted a sporty driving

style with higher cornering speeds
or higher rates of acceleration.

–

Frequent lane changes or 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.

LSD3801

For vehicles with the 4.2 inch meter display

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System malfunction

If the Intelligent Driver Alertness system
malfunctions, the system warning mes-
sage will appear in the vehicle information
display and the function will be stopped
automatically.

Action to take

Stop the vehicle in a safe location, place the
vehicle in P (Park) position, turn the engine
off and restart the engine. If the system
warning message continues to appear,
have the system checked. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
this service.

CAUTION

During the first 1,200 miles (2,000 km),
follow these recommendations to ob-
tain maximum engine performance
and ensure the future reliability and
economy of your new vehicle. Failure to
follow these recommendations may
result in shortened engine life and re-
duced engine performance.

• Avoid driving for long periods at constant

speed, either fast or slow, and do not run
the engine over 4,000 rpm.

• Do not accelerate at full throttle in any

gear.

• Avoid quick starts.
• Avoid hard braking as much as possible.

LSD3802

BREAK-IN SCHEDULE

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Follow these easy-to-use Fuel Efficient
Driving Tips to help you achieve the most
fuel economy from your vehicle.

Use Smooth Accelerator and Brake
Pedal Application

• Avoid rapid starts and stops
• Use smooth, gentle accelerator and

brake application whenever possible

• Maintain constant speed while com-

muting and coast whenever possible

Maintain Constant Speed

• Look ahead to try and anticipate and

minimize stops

• Synchronizing your speed with traffic

lights allows you to reduce your num-
ber of stops

• Maintaining a steady speed can mini-

mize red light stops and improve fuel
efficiency

Use Air Conditioning (A/C) at Higher
Vehicle Speeds

• Below 40 mph (64 km/h), it is more

efficient to open windows to cool the
vehicle due to reduced engine load

• Above 40 mph (64 km/h), it is more

efficient to use A/C to cool the vehicle
due to increased aerodynamic drag

• Recirculating the cool air in the cabin

when the A/C is on reduces cooling
load

Drive

Economical

Speeds

and

Distances

• Observing the speed limit and not ex-

ceeding 60 mph (97 km/h) (where le-
gally allowed) can improve fuel effi-
ciency due to reduced aerodynamic
drag

• Maintaining a safe following distance

behind other vehicles reduces unnec-
essary braking

• Safely monitoring traffic to anticipate

changes in speed permits reduced
braking

and

smooth

acceleration

changes

• Select a gear range suitable to road

conditions

Use Cruise Control

• Using cruise control during highway

driving helps maintain a steady speed

• Cruise control is particularly effective

in providing fuel savings when driving
on flat terrains

Plan for the Shortest Route

• Utilize a map or navigation system to

determine the best route to save time

Avoid Idling

• Shutting off your engine when safe for

stops exceeding 30–60 seconds saves
fuel and reduces emissions

Buy an Automated Pass for Toll Roads

• Automated passes permit drivers to

use special lanes to maintain cruising
speed through the toll and avoid stop-
ping and starting

Winter Warm Up

• Limit idling time to minimize impact to

fuel economy

• Vehicles typically need no more than

30 seconds of idling at start-up to ef-
fectively circulate the engine oil before
driving

• Your vehicle will reach its ideal operat-

ing temperature more quickly while
driving versus idling

10.

Keeping your Vehicle Cool

• Park your vehicle in a covered parking

area

the

shade

whenever

possible

• When entering a hot vehicle, opening

the windows will help to reduce the
inside temperature faster, resulting in
reduced demand on your A/C system

FUEL EFFICIENT DRIVING TIPS

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11.

ECO Mode

• The ECO mode helps to enhance the

fuel economy by controlling the en-
gine and Continuously Variable Trans-
mission (if so equipped) operation
automatically

avoid

rapid

acceleration.

• Keep your engine tuned up.
• Follow the recommended scheduled

maintenance.

• Keep the tires inflated to the correct pres-

sure. Low tire pressure increases tire
wear and lowers fuel economy.

• Keep the wheels in correct alignment. Im-

proper alignment increases tire wear and
lowers fuel economy.

• Use the recommended viscosity engine

oil. For additional information, see “Engine
oil

and

oil

filter

recommendations”

(P. 10-7).

INCREASING FUEL ECONOMY

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WARNING

•

Do not stop or park the vehicle over
flammable materials such as dry
grass, waste paper or rags. They may
ignite and cause a fire.

•

Safe parking procedures require that
both the parking brake be set and the
transmission placed in P (Park) for
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) models or in an appropriate
gear for manual transmission (M/T)
models. Failure to do so could cause
the vehicle to move unexpectedly or
roll away and result in an accident.
Make sure the shift lever has been
pushed as far forward as it can go
and cannot be moved without de-
pressing the foot brake pedal.

•

Never leave the engine running while
the vehicle is unattended.

•

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

1. Firmly apply the parking brake.

M/T models

Place the shift lever in the R (Reverse)
position. When parking on an uphill
grade, place the shift lever in 1st gear.

CVT models

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

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PARKING/PARKING ON HILLS

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3. To help prevent the vehicle from rolling

into traffic when parked on an incline, it
is a good practice to turn the wheels as
illustrated.

• HEADED DOWNHILL WITH CURB

Turn the wheels into the curb and
move the vehicle forward until the
curb side wheel gently touches the
curb.

• HEADED UPHILL WITH CURB

Turn the wheels away from the curb
and move the vehicle back until the
curb side wheel gently touches the
curb.

• HEADED UPHILL OR DOWNHILL, NO

CURB

Turn the wheels toward the side of the
road so the vehicle will move away
from the center of the road if it moves.

4. Place the ignition switch in the LOCK

position.

WARNING

•

If the engine is not running or is
turned off while driving, the power
assist for the steering will not work.
Steering will be harder to operate.

•

When the power steering warning
light illuminates with the engine run-
ning, there will be no power assist for
the steering. You will still have control
of the vehicle, but the steering will be
harder to operate. Have the power
steering system checked. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.

The power steering system is designed to
provide power assist while driving to oper-
ate the steering wheel with light force.

When the steering wheel is operated re-
peatedly or continuously while parking or
driving at a very low speed, the power as-
sist for the steering wheel will be reduced.
This is to prevent overheating of the power
steering system and protect it from getting
damaged. While the power assist is re-
duced, steering wheel operation will be-
come heavy. When the temperature of the
power steering system goes down, the
power assist level will return to normal.
Avoid repeating such steering wheel op-

erations that could cause the power steer-
ing system to overheat.

You may hear a noise when the steering
wheel is operated quickly. However, this is
not a malfunction.

If the power steering warning light illumi-
nates while the engine is running, it may
indicate the power steering system is not
functioning properly and may need servic-
ing. Have the power steering system
checked. It is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN dealer for this service.

When the power steering warning light illu-
minates with the engine running, there will
be no power assist for the steering, but you
will still have control of the vehicle. At this
time, greater steering effort is required to
operate the steering wheel, especially in
sharp turns and at low speeds.

For additional information, see “Power
steering warning light” (P. 2-14).

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The brake system has two separate hy-
draulic circuits. If one circuit malfunctions,
you will still have braking at two wheels.

BRAKE PRECAUTIONS

Vacuum assisted brakes

The brake booster aids braking by using
engine vacuum. If the engine stops, you
can stop the vehicle by depressing the
brake pedal. However, greater foot pres-
sure on the brake pedal will be required to
stop the vehicle and stopping distance will
be longer.

Using the brakes

Avoid resting your foot on the brake pedal
while driving. This will overheat the brakes,
wear out the brake pads faster, and reduce
gas mileage.

To help reduce brake wear and to prevent
the brakes from overheating, reduce speed
and downshift to a lower gear before going
down a slope or long grade. Overheated
brakes may reduce braking performance
and could result in loss of vehicle control.

WARNING

•

While driving on a slippery surface,
be careful when braking, accelerat-
ing or downshifting. Abrupt braking
or

accelerating

could

cause

the

wheels to skid and result in an
accident.

•

If the engine is not running or is
turned off while driving, the power
assist for the brakes will not work.
Braking will be harder.

Wet brakes

When the vehicle is washed or driven
through water, the brakes may get wet. As
a result, your braking distance will be lon-
ger and the vehicle may pull to one side
during braking.

To dry the brakes, drive the vehicle at a safe
speed while lightly pressing the brake
pedal to heat up the brakes. Do this until
the brakes return to normal. Avoid driving
the vehicle at high speeds until the brakes
function correctly.

Parking brake break-in

Break in the parking brake shoes whenever
the stopping effect of the parking brake is
weakened or whenever the parking brake
shoes and/or drums/rotors are replaced,
in order to assure the best braking
performance.

This procedure is described in the vehicle
service manual. It is recommended that
you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS)

WARNING

•

The ABS is a sophisticated device, but
it cannot prevent accidents resulting
from careless or dangerous driving
techniques. It can help maintain ve-
hicle control during braking on slip-
pery surfaces. Remember that stop-
ping distances on slippery surfaces
will be longer than on normal sur-
faces even with ABS. Stopping dis-
tances may also be longer on rough,
gravel or snow covered roads, or if
you are using tire chains. Always
maintain a safe distance from the ve-
hicle in front of you. Ultimately, the
driver is responsible for safety.

BRAKE SYSTEM

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•

Tire type and condition may also af-
fect braking effectiveness.

–

When replacing tires, install the

specified size of tires on all four
wheels.

–

When installing a spare tire, make

sure that it is the proper size and
type as specified on the Tire and
Loading Information label. For ad-
ditional information, see “Tire and
Loading Information label” (P. 8-30).

–

For additional information, see

“Wheels and tires” (P. 8-28).

The ABS controls the brakes so the wheels
do not lock during hard braking or when
braking on slippery surfaces. The system
detects the rotation speed at each wheel
and varies the brake fluid pressure to pre-
vent each wheel from locking and sliding.
By preventing each wheel from locking, the
system helps the driver maintain steering
control and helps to minimize swerving
and spinning on slippery surfaces.

Using the system

Depress the brake pedal and hold it down.
Depress the brake pedal with firm steady
pressure, but do not pump the brakes. The
Anti-lock Braking System will operate to
prevent the wheels from locking up. Steer
the vehicle to avoid obstacles.

WARNING

Do not pump the brake pedal. Doing so
may

result

increased

stopping

distances.

Self-test feature

The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) in-
cludes electronic sensors, electric pumps,
hydraulic solenoids and a computer. The
computer has a built-in diagnostic feature
that tests the system each time you start
the engine and move the vehicle at a low
speed in forward or reverse. When the self-
test occurs, you may hear a “clunk” noise
and/or feel a pulsation in the brake pedal.
This is normal and does not indicate a
malfunction. If the computer senses a mal-
function, it switches the ABS off and illumi-
nates the ABS warning light on the instru-

ment

panel. The

brake

system

then

operates normally, but without anti-lock
assistance.

If the ABS warning light illuminates during
the self-test or while driving, have the ve-
hicle checked. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

Normal operation

The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) oper-
ates at speeds above 3 - 6 mph (5 - 10
km/h). The speed varies according to road
conditions.

When the ABS senses that one or more
wheels are close to locking up, the actuator
rapidly applies and releases hydraulic pres-
sure. This action is similar to pumping the
brakes very quickly. You may feel a pulsa-
tion in the brake pedal and hear a noise
from under the hood or feel a vibration
from the actuator when it is operating. This
is normal and indicates that the ABS is op-
erating properly. However, the pulsation
may indicate that road conditions are haz-
ardous and extra care is required while
driving.

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BRAKE ASSIST

When the force applied to the brake pedal
exceeds a certain level, the Brake Assist is
activated generating greater braking force
than a conventional brake booster even
with light pedal force.

WARNING

The Brake Assist is only an aid to assist
braking operation and is not a collision
warning or avoidance device. It is the
driver’s responsibility to stay alert,
drive safely and be in control of the ve-
hicle at all times.

The VDC system uses various sensors to
monitor driver inputs and vehicle motion.
Under certain driving conditions, the VDC
system helps to perform the following
functions:
• Controls brake pressure to reduce wheel

slip on one slipping drive wheel so power
is transferred to a non-slipping drive
wheel on the same axle.

• Controls brake pressure and engine out-

put to reduce drive wheel slip based on
vehicle speed (traction control function).

• Controls brake pressure at individual

wheels and engine output to help the
driver maintain control of the vehicle in
the following conditions:

– Understeer (vehicle tends to not follow

the steered path despite increased
steering input)

– Oversteer (vehicle tends to spin due to

certain road or driving conditions)

The VDC system can help the driver to
maintain control of the vehicle, but it can-
not prevent loss of vehicle control in all driv-
ing situations.

When the VDC system operates, the
indicator light in the instrument panel
flashes to note the following:
• The road may be slippery or the system

may determine some action is required
to help keep the vehicle on the steered
path.

• You may feel a pulsation in the brake

pedal and hear a noise or vibration from
under the hood. This is normal and indi-
cates that the VDC system is working
properly.

• Adjust your speed and driving to the road

conditions.

For additional information, see “Slip indica-
tor light” (P. 2-15) and ”Vehicle Dynamic Con-
trol (VDC) OFF indicator light” (P. 2-15).

If a malfunction occurs in the system, the

indicator light comes on in the instru-

ment panel. The VDC system automatically
turns off when the indicator light is off.

The vehicle information display is used to
turn off the VDC system. The

indicator

light and the AEB system warning light illu-
minates to indicate the VDC system is off.

VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC)
SYSTEM

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When the vehicle information display is
used to turn off the VDC system, the sys-
tem still operates to prevent one drive
wheel from slipping by transferring power
to a non-slipping drive wheel. The
indicator light flashes if this occurs. All
other VDC functions are off and the
indicator light will not flash.

The VDC system is automatically reset to
on when the ignition switch is placed in the
OFF position then back to the ON position.

The computer has a built-in diagnostic fea-
ture that tests the system each time you
start the engine and move the vehicle for-
ward or in reverse at a slow speed. When
the self-test occurs, you may hear a clunk
noise and/or feel a pulsation in the brake
pedal. This is normal and is not an indica-
tion of a malfunction.

WARNING

•

The VDC system is designed to help
the driver maintain stability but does
not prevent accidents due to abrupt
steering operation at high speeds or
by careless or dangerous driving
techniques. Reduce vehicle speed
and be especially careful when driv-
ing and cornering on slippery sur-
faces and always drive carefully.

•

Do not modify the vehicle's suspen-
sion. If suspension parts such as
shock absorbers, struts, springs, sta-
bilizer bars, bushings and wheels are
not NISSAN recommended for your
vehicle or are extremely deterio-
rated, the VDC system may not oper-
ate properly. This could adversely af-
fect vehicle handling performance,
and the

indicator light may flash

or the

indicator light may

illuminate.

•

If brake related parts such as brake
pads, rotors and calipers are not
NISSAN recommended or are ex-
tremely deteriorated, the VDC sys-
tem may not operate properly and
the

indicator

light

may

illuminate.

•

If engine control related parts are not
NISSAN recommended or are ex-
tremely deteriorated, the

indi-

cator light may illuminate.

•

When driving on extremely inclined
surfaces such as higher banked cor-
ners, the VDC system may not oper-
ate properly and the

indicator

light may flash or the

indicator

light may illuminate. Do not drive on
these types of roads.

•

When driving on an unstable surface
such as a turntable, ferry, elevator or
ramp, the

indicator light may

flash or the

indicator light may

illuminate. This is not a malfunction.
Restart the engine after driving onto
a stable surface.

•

If wheels or tires other than the
NISSAN

recommended

ones

are

used, the VDC system may not oper-
ate properly and the

indicator

light may flash or the

indicator

light may illuminate.

•

The VDC system is not a substitute
for winter tires or tire chains on a
snow covered road.

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RISE-UP AND BUILD-UP

The system gradually adjusts braking
power during normal braking to help pro-
vide an enhanced brake feel.

BRAKE FORCE DISTRIBUTION

During braking while driving through turns,
the system optimizes the distribution of
force to each of the front and rear wheels
depending on the radius of the turn.

WARNING

•

indicator light may flash

or the

indicator light may

illuminate.

•

If brake related parts such as brake
pads, rotors and calipers are not
NISSAN recommended or are ex-
tremely deteriorated, the VDC sys-
tem may not operate properly and
the

indicator

light

may

illuminate.

•

If engine control related parts are not
NISSAN recommended or are ex-
tremely deteriorated, the

indi-

cator light may illuminate.

•

When driving on extremely inclined
surfaces such as higher banked cor-
ners, the VDC system may not oper-
ate properly and the

indicator

light may flash or the

indicator

light may illuminate. Do not drive on
these types of roads.

•

When driving on an unstable surface
such as a turntable, ferry, elevator or
ramp, the

indicator light may

flash or the

indicator light may

illuminate. This is not a malfunction.
Restart the engine after driving onto
a stable surface.

•

If wheels or tires other than the
NISSAN

recommended

ones

are

used, the VDC system may not oper-
ate properly and the

indicator

light may flash or the

indicator

light may illuminate.

•

The VDC system is not a substitute
for winter tires or tire chains on a
snow covered road.

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