BRAKE SYSTEM
The brake system has two separate hydraulic circuits. If
one circuit malfunctions, you will still have braking
ability at two wheels.
or acceleration could cause the wheels to skid and
result in an accident.
Driving downhill
The engine braking action is effective for controlling
the vehicle while descending hills. For Manual Trans-
mission (MT) models, the shift lever should be placed
in the lower speed position prior to descending. For
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) models, the
“L” position or manual shift mode should be selected.
Wet brakes
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 foot brake pedal. However, greater
foot pressure on the foot brake pedal will be required
to stop the vehicle. The stopping distance will be
longer.
When the vehicle is washed or driven through water,
the brakes may get wet. As a result, your braking
distance will be longer and the vehicle may pull to one
side during braking.
BRAKE ASSIST
When the force applied to the brake pedal exceeds a
certain level, the Brake Assist is activated generating
greater braking force than
booster even with light pedal force.
To dry the brakes, drive the vehicle at a safe speed
while lightly depressing 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.
a
conventional brake
If the engine is not running or is turned off while driving,
the power assisted brakes will not function. Braking
will be harder.
Parking brake break-in
WARNING:
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.
The Brake Assist is only an aid to assist braking
operation and is not
avoidance device. It is the driver’s responsibility
to stay alert, drive safely and be in control of the
vehicle at all times.
WARNING:
a
collision warning or
Do not coast with the engine stopped.
When the brake pedal is depressed slowly and firmly,
This procedure is described in the vehicle service
manual and can be performed by a NISSAN dealer.
you may hear
a
clicking noise and feel
a
slight
ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS)
pulsation. This is normal and indicates that the Brake
Assist System is operating.
Driving uphill
WARNING:
When starting on a steep grade, it is sometimes
difficult to operate both the brake and clutch (for
Manual Transmission models). Apply the parking brake
to hold the vehicle. Do not slip the clutch. When ready
to start, slowly release the parking brake while
depressing the accelerator pedal and releasing the
clutch pedal.
Using brakes
.
The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) is a
sophisticated device, but it cannot prevent
accidents resulting from careless or danger-
ous driving techniques. It can help maintain
vehicle control during braking on slippery
surfaces. Remember that stopping distances
on slippery surfaces will be longer than on
normal surfaces even with ABS. Stopping
distances 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 vehicle in front of you.
Avoid resting your foot on the foot brake pedal while
driving. This will overheat the brakes, wear out the
brake linings/pads faster, and increase fuel consump-
tion.
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.
While driving on a slippery surface, be careful when
braking, accelerating or downshifting. Abrupt braking
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