Nissan Frontier (2019 year). Manual

Trip computer reset

Pressing the change/reset button for
more than 3 seconds will reset all modes
except Trip A and distance to empty.

This unit has the following functions:

∙ Measures terrestrial magnetism and in-

dicates the heading direction of the ve-
hicle

∙ Indicates outside air temperature

With the ignition switch in the ON position,

press the

button as de-

scribed in the charts below to activate vari-
ous features of the automatic anti-glare
rearview mirror.
Type A (if so equipped)

Press and hold

the
button for
about:

Feature:
(Press button again for about
1 second to change settings)

1 second

Compass toggles on/off

8 seconds

Automatic anti-glare/indicator
light toggles on/off

11 seconds

Compass zone can be changed
to correct false compass read-
ings

13 seconds

Compass enters calibration
mode

Type B (if so equipped)

Press and hold

the
button for
about:

Feature:
(Press button again for about
1 second to change settings)

1 second

Compass toggles on/off

8 seconds

Compass zone can be changed
to correct false compass read-
ings

10 seconds

Compass enters calibration
mode

For additional information, refer to “Auto-
matic anti-glare rearview mirror” in the
“Pre-driving checks and adjustments” sec-
tion of this manual.

COMPASS AND OUTSIDE
TEMPERATURE DISPLAY (if so
equipped)

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OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE DISPLAY

Press the

button for about

1 second when the ignition key is in the ON
position to toggle the outside temperature
and compass direction display

䊊

on or off.

∙ To change from °F to °C, press and hold

the

button for about 5 seconds or

the

button for about 3 seconds

until the display begins to flash. Press
the button again to toggle between °C
and °F.

∙ When the outside temperature is be-

tween 140°F (60°C) and 194°F (90°C), the
display will read 140°F (60°C). When the
temperature is above 194°F (90°C), the
display will read “SC.”

∙ When the outside temperature is be-

tween than -40°F (-40°C) and -60°F
(-51°C), the display will read -40°F (-40°C).
When the temperature is below -60°F
(-51°C), the display will read “OC.”

∙ The outside temperature sensor is lo-

cated in front of the radiator. The sensor
may be affected by road or engine heat,
wind direction and other driving condi-
tions. The display may differ from the
actual outside temperature or the tem-
perature displayed on various signs or
billboards.

COMPASS

Press the

button for about

1 second when the ignition switch is placed
in the ON position to toggle the outside
temperature and compass direction dis-
play

䊊

on or off. The display will indicate

the direction that the vehicle is heading.
N: North
E: East
S: South
W: West

If the display reads “C,” calibrate the com-
pass by driving the vehicle in three com-
plete circles at less than 5 mph (8 km/h).

You can also calibrate the compass by driv-
ing your vehicle on your everyday route.
The compass will be calibrated once it has
tracked three complete circles.

Type A (if so equipped)

WIC0904

Type B (if so equipped)

LIC0583

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Zone variation change procedure

The difference between magnetic north
and geographical north is known as vari-
ance. In some areas, this difference can
sometimes be great enough to cause false
compass readings. Follow these instruc-
tions to set the variance for your particular
location if this happens:

1. Press and hold the

button for

about 11 seconds or the

button

for about 8 seconds. The current zone
number will appear in the display. Re-
lease the button.

2. Find your current location on the zone

map. Refer to the illustration.

3. Press the

or the

button re-

peatedly to toggle through the zone
numbers until the desired number ap-
pears in the display. Once you have se-
lected a zone number, the display will
show a compass direction within a few
seconds.

WIC0355

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NOTE:

Use zone number 5 for Hawaii.

Inaccurate compass direction

The compass display is equipped with au-
tomatic correction function. If the correct
direction is not shown, follow this proce-
dure.

1. With the display turned on, press and

hold the

button for about 13 sec-

onds or the

button for about

10 seconds. The “C” icon in the compass
display will illuminate.

2. Calibrate the compass by driving the

vehicle in three complete circles at a
maximum speed of 5 mph (8 km/h).

3. After completing the circles, the display

should return to normal.

CAUTION

∙ Do not install a ski rack, antenna, etc.,

which are attached to the vehicle by
means of a magnet. They affect the
operation of the compass.

∙ When cleaning the mirror, use a paper

towel or similar material dampened
with glass cleaner. Do not spray glass
cleaner directly on the mirror as it
may cause the liquid cleaner to enter
the mirror housing.

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4WD warning light (

model)

Low windshield-washer fluid warning light
(if so equipped)

Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)

Anti-lock Braking System
(ABS) warning light

Seat belt warning light and chime

Overdrive OFF indicator light (if so
equipped)

Automatic transmission oil temperature
warning light (if so equipped)

Supplemental air bag warning light

Security indicator light (if so equipped)

Automatic transmission park warning
light (

model)

4WD shift indicator light (

model)

SET indicator light

Brake warning light

Automatic transmission position indica-
tor light (if so equipped)

Slip indicator light

Charge warning light

CRUISE indicator light

Transfer 4LO position indicator light
(

model)

Door open warning light

Electronic locking rear differential (E-Lock)
system ON indicator light (if so equipped)

Turn signal/hazard indicator lights

Engine oil pressure warning light

Front passenger air bag status light

Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF indi-
cator light

Low fuel warning light

High beam indicator light (blue)

Low tire pressure warning light

Hill descent control system ON indicator
light (if so equipped)

WARNING LIGHTS, INDICATOR LIGHTS
AND AUDIBLE REMINDERS

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CHECKING LIGHTS

With all doors closed, apply the parking
brake, fasten the seat belts and place the
ignition switch in the ON position without
starting the engine. The following lights (if
so equipped) will come on:

The following lights (if so equipped) will
come on briefly and then go off:

If any light fails to come on or operate in a
way other than described, it may indicate a
burned-out bulb and/or a system mal-
function. Have the system checked. It is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.

WARNING LIGHTS

This vehicle has various warning lights that
may illuminate to indicate a potential prob-
lem. For additional information, refer to the
specific light in this section.

4WD warning light (

model)

The 4WD warning light comes on when the
ignition switch is turned to the ON position.
It turns off soon after the engine is started.

If the engine or vehicle is not functioning
properly, the warning light will either re-
main illuminated or blink. For additional in-
formation, refer to “Using 4–wheel drive
(4WD)” in the “Starting and driving” section
of this manual.

CAUTION

∙ If the warning light comes on or blinks

during operation, have your vehicle
checked as soon as possible. It is rec-
ommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.

∙ Do not drive on dry hard surface roads

in the 4H or 4LO position. If the 4WD
warning light turns on when you are
driving on dry hard surface roads:

– In the 4H position, shift the 4WD

shift switch to 2WD.

– In the 4LO position for automatic

transmission models, stop the ve-
hicle and shift the shift lever to the
N (Neutral) position with the brake
pedal depressed and shift the 4WD
shift switch to 2WD.

– In the 4LO position for manual

transmission models, stop the ve-
hicle and shift the shift lever to the
N (Neutral) position with the clutch
pedal depressed and shift the 4WD
shift switch to 2WD.

∙ If the warning light is still on after the

above operation, have your vehicle
checked as soon as possible. It is rec-
ommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.

Anti-lock Braking

System (ABS)

warning light

When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the ABS warning light illuminates
and then turns off. This indicates the ABS is
operational.

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If the ABS warning light illuminates while
the engine is running or while driving, it
may indicate the ABS is not functioning
properly. Have the system checked. It is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.

If an ABS malfunction occurs, the anti-lock
function is turned off. The brake system
then operates normally but without anti-
lock assistance. For additional information,
refer to “Brake system” in the “Starting and
driving” section of this manual.

Automatic transmission oil

temperature warning light
(if so equipped)

This light comes on when the automatic
transmission oil temperature is too high. If
the light comes on while driving, reduce the
vehicle speed as soon as safely possible
until the light turns off.

CAUTION

Continued vehicle operation when the
A/T oil temperature warning light is on
may

damage

the

automatic

transmission.

Automatic transmission

park warning light (

model)

WARNING

∙ If the ATP light is ON, this indicates

that the automatic transmission P
(Park) position will not function and
the transfer case is in neutral.

∙ When parking, always make sure that

the 4WD shift indicator light illumi-
nates and the parking brake is set.
Failure to engage the transfer posi-
tion in 2WD, 4H or 4LO could result in
the vehicle moving unexpectedly, re-
sulting in serious personal injury or
property damage.

∙ Shift the 4WD switch into the 2WD, 4H

or 4LO position again to turn off the
ATP warning light when the shift lever
is in the P position and the ATP warn-
ing light is ON. (Before shifting the
4WD switch into the 4LO position,
move the shift lever into the N posi-
tion once, shift the shift lever into P
again and make sure the ATP warning
light is OFF.)

This light indicates that the automatic
transmission parking function is not en-
gaged. If the transfer control is not secured
in any drive position while the shift lever is
in the P (Park) position, the transmission will
disengage and the drive wheels will not
lock.

Brake warning

light

This light functions for both the parking
brake and the foot brake systems.

Parking brake indicator

When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the light comes on when the park-
ing brake is applied.

Low brake fluid warning light

When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the light warns of a low brake fluid
level. If the light comes on while the engine
is running with the parking brake not ap-
plied, stop the vehicle and perform the fol-
lowing:

1. Check the brake fluid level. Add brake

fluid as necessary. For additional infor-
mation, refer to “Brake fluid” in the “Do-
it-yourself ” section of this manual.

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2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have

the warning system checked. It is rec-
ommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.

WARNING

∙ Your brake system may not be work-

ing properly if the warning light is on.
Driving could be dangerous. If you
judge it to be safe, drive carefully to
the nearest service station for repairs.
Otherwise, have your vehicle towed
because

driving

could

dangerous.

∙ Pressing the brake pedal with the en-

gine stopped and/or a low brake fluid
level may increase your stopping dis-
tance and braking will require greater
pedal effort as well as pedal travel.

∙ If the brake fluid level is below the

MINIMUM or MIN mark on the brake
fluid reservoir, do not drive until the
brake system has been checked. It is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.

Charge warning light

If this light comes on while the engine is
running, it may indicate the charging sys-
tem is not functioning properly. Turn the
engine off and check the generator belt. If
the belt is loose, broken, or missing, or if the
light remains on, have the system checked.
It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.

CAUTION

∙ Do not ground electrical accessories

directly to the battery terminal. Doing
so will bypass the variable voltage
control system and the vehicle bat-
tery may not charge completely. For
additional information, refer to “Vari-
able voltage control system” in the
“Do-it-yourself ”

section

this

manual.

∙ Do not continue driving if the genera-

tor belt is loose, broken or missing.

Door open warning light

This light comes on when any of the doors
are not closed securely while the ignition
switch is in the ON position.

Engine oil pressure

warning light

This light warns of low engine oil pressure. If
the light flickers or comes on during nor-
mal driving, pull off the road in a safe area,
stop the engine immediately and call a
NISSAN dealer or other authorized repair
shop.

The engine oil pressure warning light is
not designed to indicate a low oil level.
Use the dipstick to check the oil level. For
additional information, refer to “Engine oil”
in the “Do-it-yourself ” section of this
manual.

CAUTION

Running the engine with the engine oil
pressure warning light on could cause
serious damage to the engine almost
immediately. Such damage is not cov-
ered by the NISSAN New Vehicle Limited
Warranty. Turn off the engine as soon as
it is safe to do so.

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Low fuel warning light

This light comes on when the fuel level in
the fuel tank is getting low. Refuel as soon
as it is convenient, preferably before the
fuel gauge reaches E (Empty). There will be
a small reserve of fuel in the tank when
the fuel gauge needle reaches E (Empty).

Low tire pressure warning

light

Your vehicle is equipped with a Tire Pres-
sure Monitoring System (TPMS) that moni-
tors the tire pressure of all tires except the
spare.

The low tire pressure warning light warns
of low tire pressure or indicates that the
TPMS is not functioning properly.

After the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, this light illuminates for about
1 second and turns off.

Low tire pressure warning

If the vehicle is being driven with low tire
pressure, the warning light will illumi-
nate. A CHECK TIRE PRES (pressure)
warning message is also displayed in the
odometer.

When the low tire pressure warning light
illuminates, you should stop and adjust
the tire pressure of all four tires to the
recommended COLD tire pressure shown
on the Tire and Loading Information la-
bel located in the driver’s door opening.
The low tire pressure warning light does
not automatically turn off when the tire
pressure is adjusted. After the tire is in-
flated to the recommended pressure,
the vehicle must be driven at speeds
above 16 mph (25 km/h) to activate the
TPMS and turn off the low tire pressure
warning light. Use a tire pressure gauge
to check the tire pressure.

The low tire pressure warning light remains
illuminated until the tires are inflated to the
recommended COLD tire pressure. The
CHECK TIRE PRES warning message is dis-
played each time the ignition switch is
placed in the ON position as long as the low
tire pressure warning light remains illumi-
nated.

For additional information, refer to “Check
tire pressure warning message” in this sec-
tion and “Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS)” in the “Starting and driving” section
and in the “In case of emergency” section of
this manual.

TPMS malfunction

If the TPMS is not functioning properly, the
low tire pressure warning light will flash for
approximately 1 minute when the ignition
switch is placed in the ON position. The
light will remain on after 1 minute. Have the
system checked. It is recommended that
you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
The "CHECK TIRE PRES" warning does not
appear if the low tire pressure warning light
illuminates to indicate a TPMS malfunction.

For additional information, refer to “Tire
Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)” in the
“Starting and driving” section and “Tire
pressure” in the “Do-it-yourself ” section of
this manual.

WARNING

∙ Radio waves could adversely affect

electric medical equipment. Those
who use a pacemaker should contact
the

electric

medical

equipment

manufacturer for the possible influ-
ences before use.

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∙ If the light does not illuminate with the

ignition switch placed in the ON posi-
tion, have the vehicle checked as soon
as possible. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

∙ If the light illuminates while driving,

avoid sudden steering maneuvers or
abrupt braking, reduce vehicle speed,
pull off the road to a safe location and
stop the vehicle as soon as possible.
Driving with under-inflated tires may
permanently damage the tires and in-
crease the likelihood of tire failure. Se-
rious vehicle damage could occur and
may lead to an accident and could re-
sult in serious personal injury or death.
Check the tire pressure for all four tires.
Adjust the tire pressure to the recom-
mended COLD tire pressure show on
the Tire and Loading Information label
located in the driver’s door opening to
turn the low tire pressure warning light
off. If the light still illuminates while
driving after adjusting the tire pres-
sure, a tire may be flat or the TPMS may
be malfunctioning. If you have a flat
tire, replace it with a spare tire as soon
as possible. If no tire is flat and all tires
are properly inflated, have the vehicle
checked. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

∙ When replacing a wheel without the

TPMS such as the spare tire, the TPMS
will not function and the low tire pres-
sure warning light will flash for ap-
proximately 1 minute. The light will re-
main on after 1 minute. Have your
tires replaced and/or TPMS system
reset as soon as possible. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer
for these services.

∙ Replacing tires with those not origi-

nally specified by NISSAN could affect
the proper operation of the TPMS.

CAUTION

∙ The TPMS is not a substitute for the

regular tire pressure check. Be sure to
check the tire pressure regularly.

∙ If the vehicle is being driven at speeds

of less than 16 mph (25 km/h), the
TPMS may not operate correctly.

∙ Be sure to install the specified size of

tires to the four wheels correctly.

Low windshield-washer

fluid warning light (if so
equipped)

This light comes on when the windshield-
washer

fluid

low

level.

Add

windshield-washer fluid as necessary. For
additional information, refer to “Windshield-
washer fluid” in the “Do-it-yourself ” section
of this manual.

Seat belt warning light and

chime

The light and chime remind you to fasten
your seat belts. The light illuminates when-
ever the ignition switch is placed in the ON
or START position and remains illuminated
until the driver’s seat belt is fastened. At the
same time, the chime sounds for about
6 seconds unless the driver’s seat belt is
securely fastened.

The seat belt warning light may also illumi-
nate if the front passenger’s seat belt is not
fastened when the front passenger’s seat
is occupied. For 7 seconds after the ignition
switch is placed in the ON position, the sys-
tem does not activate the warning light for
the front passenger.

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For additional information, refer to “Seat
belts” in the “Safety—Seats, seat belts and
supplemental restraint system” section of
this manual.

Supplemental air bag

warning light

When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
or START position, the supplemental air
bag warning light illuminates for about
7 seconds and then turns off. This means
the system is operational.

If any of the following conditions occur, the
front air bag, side air bag, curtain air bag,
and pretensioner seat belt systems need
servicing:

∙ The supplemental air bag warning light

remains on after approximately 7 sec-
onds.

∙ The supplemental air bag warning light

flashes intermittently.

∙ The supplemental air bag warning light

does not come on at all.

It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for these services.

Unless checked and repaired, the supple-
mental restraint system (air bag system)
and/or the pretensioner(s) may not func-

tion properly. For additional information, re-
fer to “Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS)” in the “Safety—Seats, seat belts and
supplemental restraint system” section of
this manual.

WARNING

If the supplemental air bag warning
light is on, it could mean that the front
air bag, side air bag, curtain air bag
and/or pretensioner systems will not
operate in an accident. To help avoid
injury to yourself or others, have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible. It is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.

INDICATOR LIGHTS

This vehicle has various indicator lights
that may illuminate to indicate a system
status. For additional information, refer to
the specific light in this section.

4WD shift indicator light

(

model)

The light should turn off within 1 second
after placing the ignition switch in the ON
position.

While the engine is running, the 4WD shift
indicator light will illuminate the position
selected by the 4WD shift switch.

The 4WD shift indicator light may blink
while shifting from one drive mode to
the other.

Automatic transmission

position indicator light (if
so equipped)

For additional information, refer to “Driving
the vehicle” in the “Starting and driving” sec-
tion of this manual.

CRUISE indicator light

The light comes on when the cruise control
ON/OFF switch is pushed. The light goes
out when the ON/OFF switch is pushed
again. When the CRUISE indicator light
comes on, the cruise control system is op-
erational. For additional information, refer
to “Cruise control” in the “Starting and driv-
ing” section of this manual.

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Electronic locking rear

differential (E-Lock) system
ON indicator light (if so
equipped)

This light comes on when the electronic
locking rear differential (E-Lock) system
clutch is fully engaged.

The indicator light flashes when the sys-
tem is first turned on. When the system fully
engages, the light remains on. If the switch
is on and the indicator light continues to
flash, the system is not engaged.

For additional information, refer to “Elec-
tronic locking rear differential (E-Lock) sys-
tem switch” in this section and “Electronic
locking rear differential (E-Lock) system” in
the “Starting and driving” section of this
manual.

Front passenger air bag

status light

The

front

passenger

air

bag

status

light

will be lit and the passenger front

air bag will be off depending on how the
front passenger seat is being used.
For additional information, refer to “Front
passenger air bag and status light” in the

“Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemen-
tal restraint system” section of this manual.

High beam indicator light

(blue)

This blue light comes on when the head-
light high beams are on and goes out when
the low beams are selected.

The high beam indicator light also comes
on when the passing signal is activated.

Hill descent control system

ON indicator light (if so
equipped)

When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, this light comes on briefly and
then turns off.

The light comes on when the hill descent
control system is activated.

If the hill descent control switch is on and
the indicator light blinks, the system is not
engaged.

If the indicator light does not come on
when the hill descent switch is on, the sys-
tem may not be functioning properly. Have
the system checked. It is recommended
that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this ser-
vice.

For additional information, refer to “Hill de-
scent control switch” in this section and “Hill
descent control system” in the “Starting
and driving” section of this manual.

Malfunction Indicator Light

(MIL)

If this indicator light comes on steady or
blinks while the engine is running, it may
indicate a potential emission control mal-
function.

The MIL may also come on steady if the
fuel-filler cap is loose or missing, or if the
vehicle runs out of fuel. Check to make sure
the fuel-filler cap is installed and closed
tightly, and that the vehicle has at least
3 gal (11.4 L) of fuel in the fuel tank.

After a few driving trips, the

light

should turn off if no other potential emis-
sion control system malfunction exists.
If this indicator light comes on steady for
20 seconds and then blinks for 10 seconds
when the engine is not running, it indicates
that the vehicle is not ready for an emission
control system inspection/maintenance
test. For additional information, refer to
“Readiness

for

inspection/maintenance

(I/M) test” in the “Technical and consumer
information” section of this manual.

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Operation

The MIL will come on in one of two ways:

∙ MIL on steady — An emission control

system malfunction has been de-
tected. Check the fuel-filler cap if the
LOOSE FUEL CAP warning appears in
the trip computer. If the fuel-filler cap is
loose or missing, tighten or install the
cap and continue to drive the vehicle.
The

light should turn off after a

few driving trips. If the

light does

not turn off after a few driving trips, have
the vehicle inspected. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer
for this service. You do not need to have
your vehicle towed to the dealer.

∙ MIL blinking — An engine misfire has

been detected which may damage the
emission control system. To reduce or
avoid emission control system dam-
age:

– Do not drive at speeds above

45 mph (72 km/h).

– Avoid hard acceleration or decelera-

tion.

– Avoid steep uphill grades.

– If possible, reduce the amount of

cargo being hauled or towed.

The MIL may stop blinking and come on
steady. Have the vehicle inspected. It is rec-
ommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer
for this service. You do not need to have
your vehicle towed to the dealer.

CAUTION

Continued vehicle operation without
having the emission control system
checked and repaired as necessary
could lead to poor driveability, reduced
fuel economy, and possible damage to
the emission control system.

Overdrive OFF indicator

light (if so equipped)

This light comes on when the overdrive
function is off.

The

automatic

transmission

overdrive

function is controlled by the overdrive OFF
switch.

When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the light comes on for about
2 seconds. If the light comes on at any
other time, it may indicate the automatic
transmission system is not functioning
properly. Have the system checked. It is

recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.

For additional information, refer to “Driving
the vehicle” in the “Starting and driving” sec-
tion of this manual.

Security indicator light (if

so equipped)

This light blinks when the ignition switch is
in the OFF, LOCK or ACC position. This func-
tion

indicates

the

security

systems

equipped on the vehicle are operational.

For additional information, refer to “Security
systems” in this section.

SET indicator light

The light comes on while the vehicle speed
is controlled by the cruise control system. If
the light blinks while the engine is running,
it may indicate the cruise control system is
not functioning properly. Have the system
checked. It is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN dealer for this service.

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Slip indicator light

This indicator will blink when the VDC sys-
tem is operating, thus alerting the driver to
the fact that the road surface is slippery
and the vehicle is nearing its traction limits.

You may feel or hear the system working;
this is normal.

The light will blink for a few seconds after
the VDC system stops limiting wheel spin.

The

indicator light also comes on

when you place the ignition switch in the
ON position. The light will turn off after ap-
proximately 2 seconds if the system is op-
erational. If the light does not come on
have the system checked. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
this service.

Transfer 4LO position

indicator light (

model)

This light comes on when the 4WD shift
switch is set in the 4LO position with the
ignition switch in the ON position.

The transfer case may be damaged if you
shift the switch while driving.

Make sure the transfer 4LO position indica-
tor light turns on when you shift the 4WD
shift switch to 4LO.

The indicator light may blink while shift-
ing from one drive mode to the other.

The 4LO indicator light must stop blinking
and remain illuminated or turn off before
shifting the transmission into gear. If the
shift lever is shifted from the N (Neutral)
position to any other gear when the 4LO
indicator light is blinking, the vehicle may
move unexpectedly.

When you shift between 4H and 4LO, follow
the instructions below:

∙ For automatic transmission (A/T) mod-

els, stop the vehicle and shift the shift
lever to the N (Neutral) position with the
brake pedal depressed, then depress
and turn the 4WD shift switch to 4LO or
4H.

∙ For manual transmission (M/T) models,

stop the vehicle and shift the shift lever
to the N (Neutral) position with the
clutch pedal depressed, then depress
and turn the 4WD shift switch to 4LO or
4H.

You cannot move the transfer 4WD shift
switch between 4H and 4LO unless you
stop the vehicle and shift the shift lever to
the N position with the brake pedal (A/T
models) or clutch pedal (M/T models) de-
pressed.

Turn signal/hazard

indicator lights

The appropriate light flashes when the turn
signal switch is activated.

NOTE:

In case of turn signal light bulb malfunc-
tion, the turn signal will flash at a higher
frequency when the turn signal switch is
activated.

Both lights flash when the hazard switch is
turned on.

Vehicle Dynamic Control

(VDC) OFF indicator light

This indicator light comes on when the
VDC OFF switch is pushed to the OFF posi-
tion, the transfer case is in the 4LO position
(

model), or when the VDC system

is not functioning properly. This indicates
the VDC system is not operating.

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Push the VDC OFF switch again or restart
the engine and the system will operate
normally. For additional information, refer
to “Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system”
in the “Starting and driving” section of this
manual.

The VDC light also comes on when you turn
the ignition key to the ON position. The light
will turn off after about 2 seconds if the
system is operational. If the light stays on
or comes on along with the

indicator

light while you are driving, have the VDC
system checked. It is recommended that
you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
If the battery is removed or discharged, the
VDC system is disabled and the VDC indi-
cator light will not turn off after 2 seconds
when the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position. To reset the system, you must
perform the reset procedure. For addi-
tional information, refer to “Vehicle Dy-
namic Control (VDC) system” in the “Start-
ing and driving” section of this manual.

If the light does not go off after performing
the reset procedure, have the traction con-
trol system checked. It is recommended
that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this ser-
vice.

While the VDC system is operating, you
might feel slight vibration or hear the sys-
tem working when starting the vehicle or
accelerating, but this is normal.

The VDC system will be disabled and the
VDC light will illuminate when the elec-
tronic locking rear differential (E-lock) sys-
tem switch (if so equipped) is turned on
and the E-lock system is engaged. If the
E-lock system disengages or the switch is
turned off, the VDC system will be enabled
and the VDC light will turn off.

AUDIBLE REMINDERS

Brake pad wear warning

The disc brake pads have audible wear
warnings. When a disc brake pad requires
replacement, it makes a high pitched
scraping sound when the vehicle is in mo-
tion, whether or not the brake pedal is de-
pressed. Have the brakes checked as soon
as possible if the warning sound is heard.

Key reminder chime

A chime sounds if the driver’s door is
opened while the key is left in the ignition
switch. Remove the key and take it with you
when leaving the vehicle.

Light reminder chime

With the ignition switch placed in the OFF
position, a chime sounds when the driver’s
door is opened if the headlights or parking
lights are on.

Turn the headlight control switch off before
leaving the vehicle.

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Your vehicle may have two types of security
systems:

∙ Vehicle security system (if so equipped)

∙ NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System (if

so equipped)

VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM (if so
equipped)

The vehicle security system provides visual
and audible alarm signals if someone
opens the doors when the system is
armed. It

not, however, a

motion

detection-type

system

that

activates

when a vehicle is moved or when a vibra-
tion occurs.

The system helps deter vehicle theft but
cannot prevent it, nor can it prevent the
theft of interior or exterior vehicle compo-
nents in all situations. Always secure your
vehicle even if parking for a brief period.
Never leave your keys in the ignition, and
always lock the vehicle when unattended.
Be aware of your surroundings, and park in
secure, well-lit areas whenever possible.

Many devices offering additional protec-
tion, such as component locks, identifica-
tion markers, and tracking systems, are
available at auto supply stores and spe-
cialty shops. A NISSAN dealer may also offer
such equipment. Check with your insur-
ance company to see if you may be eligible
for discounts for various theft protection
features.

How to arm the vehicle security
system

1. Close all windows. (The system can be

armed even if the windows are open.)

2. Remove the key from the ignition

switch.

3. Close all doors. Lock all doors. The

doors can be locked with the key,
power door lock switch (if the door is
opened, locked and then closed), or
with the key fob.

Key fob operation:

∙ Press the

button on the key

fob. All doors lock. The hazard 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
lights flash twice and the horn beeps
once as a reminder that the doors
are already locked.

The horn may or may not beep. For
additional information, refer to “Silenc-
ing the horn beep feature” in the “Pre-
driving checks and adjustments” sec-
tion of this manual.

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