Get Instruments and controls Guide for Nissan X Trail SUV First Generation (2000-2006)

2 Instruments and controls

Instrument panel ................................................................... 2-2

Meters and gauges .............................................................. 2-3

Speedometer and odometer ........................................ 2-4

Tachometer ....................................................................... 2-4

Engine coolant temperature gauge ............................ 2-5

Fuel gauge ........................................................................ 2-5

Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders ........... 2-7

Checking bulbs ............................................................... 2-7

Warning lights ................................................................. 2-7

Indicator lights ............................................................... 2-10

Audible reminders ........................................................ 2-12

Security systems ................................................................ 2-12

Vehicle security system .............................................. 2-12

Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System ......................... 2-14

Windshield wiper and washer switch ........................... 2-15

Rear window wiper and washer switch ....................... 2-16

Rear window and outside mirror defroster switch...... 2-16

Headlight and turn signal switch ................................... 2-17

Headlight switch ........................................................... 2-17

Daytime running light system .................................... 2-18

Instrument brightness control ................................... 2-18

Turn signal switch ........................................................ 2-18

Fog light switch (if so equipped) ............................. 2-19

Hazard warning flasher switch ....................................... 2-19

Horn ....................................................................................... 2-20

Heated seats (if so equipped) ........................................ 2-20

SNOW mode switch (if so equipped)........................... 2-21

Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch

(if so equipped) .................................................................. 2-21

Clock ..................................................................................... 2-22

Adjusting the time ........................................................ 2-22

Power outlet ........................................................................ 2-23

Storage ................................................................................. 2-24

Driver’s box .................................................................... 2-24

Multi box........................................................................... 2-25

Cup holders ................................................................... 2-26

Glove box ....................................................................... 2-28

Upper glove box ........................................................... 2-28

Console box .................................................................. 2-29

Luggage hooks ................................................................... 2-29

Cargo net ....................................................................... 2-30

Tonneau cover (if so equipped) ............................... 2-31

Roof rack .............................................................................. 2-31

Windows .............................................................................. 2-32

Power windows ............................................................ 2-32

Sunroof (if so equipped) .................................................. 2-34

Interior lights ........................................................................ 2-35

Room light ...................................................................... 2-35

Map light ......................................................................... 2-36

Luggage room light ..................................................... 2-37

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1. Side ventilator

2. Cup holder

3. Headlight/turn signal switch

4. Driver air bag

5. Driver’s box

6. Driver’s side ventilator

7. Windshield/rear window wiper and washer

switch

8. Center ventilator

9. Meters and gauges

10. Audio system

11. Hazard warning flasher switch

12. Passenger air bag

13. Hood release switch

14. Outside mirror remote control

15. Instrument brightness control

16. VDC (Vehicle dynamic control) off switch (*)

17. Fuse box cover

18. Tilting steering wheel lock lever

19. Cruise control switch

20. Ignition switch

21. 4WD mode switch (*)/SNOW

mode switch (*)

22. Rear window/outside mirror defroster

switch

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23. Multi box

24. Heater/air conditioner control

25. Glove box

26. Upper glove box

* If so equipped

1. Tachometer

2. Turn signal indicator/Hazard indicator

3. Speedometer

4. Fuel gauge

5. Engine coolant temperature gauge

6. Warning/Indicator lights

7. Odometer (Total/Twin trip)

8. Reset knob for trip odometer

9. A/T shift position indicator (if so equipped)

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METERS AND GAUGES

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SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER

Speedometer

The speedometer indicates vehicle speed.

Odometer/Twin trip odometer

The odometer

쎻

/twin trip odometer

쎻

are

displayed when the ignition key is in the ON

position.

The odometer records the total distance the

vehicle has been driven.

The twin trip odometer records the distance of

individual trips.

Changing the display :

Push the reset knob

쎻

to change the trip

odometer display as follows:

TRIP A → TRIP B → CLOCK

→ TEM-

PERATURE (Outside air — °C) → TRIP A

Resetting the trip odometer :

Push the reset knob for more than 1 second to

reset the trip odometer to zero.

Outside air temperature display

쐌 When the outside air temperature is 3°C or

lower, the display blinks to give a warning.

쐌 If the outside air temperature becomes 3°C

or lower when the display is in one of the

other modes, the display switches to the

outside air temperature display mode and

blinks. If the outside air temperature becomes

above 3°C, it returns to the display mode

previously set.

쐌 Even while the display is blinking, the display

mode can be switched to the one previously

set by pushing the reset knob.

Clock display

Refer to “Clock” later in this section for further

details on the clock adjustment.

TACHOMETER

The tachometer indicates engine speed in revo-

lutions per minute (rpm).

Do not rev engine into red zone

쎻

CAUTION

When engine speed approaches the red

zone, shift to a higher gear. Operating

the engine in the red zone may cause

serious engine damage.

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ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE

GAUGE

The gauge indicates the engine coolant tem-

perature.

The engine coolant temperature will vary with the

outside air temperature and driving conditions.

CAUTION

If the gauge indicates engine coolant

temperature over the normal range

쎻

stop the vehicle as soon as safely pos-

sible. If the engine is overheated, con-

tinued operation of the vehicle may se-

riously damage the engine. See “If your

vehicle overheats” in the “6. In case of

emergency” section for immediate ac-

tion required.

FUEL GAUGE

The gauge indicates the approximate fuel level in

the tank.

The gauge may move slightly during braking,

turning, acceleration, or going up or down hill.

The gauge needle is designed to move to the E

(Empty) position when the ignition key is turned

to the OFF position.

Refill the fuel tank before the gauge regis-

ters Empty.

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The low fuel warning light

쎻

comes on

when the fuel tank is getting low. Refuel as

soon as it is convenient, preferably before

the gauge reaches E. There will be a small

reserve of fuel in the tank when the fuel

gauge needle reaches E.

The

indicates that the fuel filler lid is

located on the driver’s side of the vehicle.

CAUTION

쐌 If the vehicle runs out of fuel, the

malfunction indicator lamp

(MIL) may come on. Refuel as soon

as possible. After a few driving trips,

the

lamp should turn off. If the

lamp remains on after a few driving

trips, have the vehicle inspected by a

NISSAN dealer.

쐌 For additional information, see the

“Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL)”

later in this section.

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Anti-lock brake warning light Seat belt warning light High beam indicator light (Blue)

Brake warning light Supplemental air bag warning light Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL)

Charge warning light Cruise main switch indicator light Overdrive off indicator light (A/T models)

Door open warning light Cruise set indicator light Slip indicator light (if so equipped)

Engine oil pressure warning light

4WD mode indicator light (AUTO) (4WD

models)

Turn signal/hazard indicator lights

4WD warning light (4WD models)

4WD mode indicator light (LOCK) (4WD

models)

Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off indica-

tor light (if so equipped)

Low washer fluid warning light

Front fog light indicator light (if so

equipped)

CHECKING BULBS

With all doors closed, apply the parking brake,

fasten the seat belts and turn the ignition switch

to ON without starting the engine. The following

lights will come on:

, , , ,

The following lights come on briefly and then go

off:

, , , , , ,

If any light fails to come on, it may indicate a

burned-out bulb or an open circuit in the elec-

trical system. Have the system repaired

promptly.

WARNING LIGHTS

Anti-lock brake warning light

After turning the ignition key to the ON position,

the light will illuminate and then turn off. This

indicates the anti-lock brake system (ABS) is

operational.

If the light comes on while the engine is running,

it may indicate that the anti-lock brake system is

not functioning properly. Have the system

checked by your NISSAN dealer.

If an abnormality occurs in the system, the

anti-lock function will cease but the ordinary

brakes will continue to operate normally. See

“Anti-lock brake system (ABS)” in the “5. Start-

ing and driving” section for further details.

If the light comes on while you are driving,

contact your NISSAN dealer for repair.

WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS

AND AUDIBLE REMINDERS

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Brake warning light

This light functions for both the parking brake

and the foot brake systems.

Parking brake indicator :

When the ignition key is in the ON position, the

light comes on when the parking brake is ap-

plied.

Low brake fluid warning light :

The light warns of a low brake fluid level. If the

light comes on while the engine is running with

the parking brake not applied, stop the vehicle

and perform the following:

1. Check the brake fluid level. Add brake fluid as

necessary. See “Brake and clutch fluid” in the

“8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section.

WARNING

쐌 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 re-

pairs. Otherwise, have your vehicle

towed because driving it could be

dangerous.

쐌 Pressing the brake pedal with the

engine stopped and/or low brake

fluid level may increase your stop-

ping distance and braking will re-

quire greater pedal effort as well as

greater pedal travel.

쐌 If the brake fluid level is below the

MIN mark on the brake fluid reser-

voir, do not drive until the brake sys-

tem has been checked at a NISSAN

dealer.

2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the

warning system checked by a NISSAN

dealer. Avoid high speed driving and abrupt

braking.

Charge warning light

If the light comes on while the engine is running,

it may indicate that the charging system is not

functioning properly. Turn the engine off and

check the alternator belt. If the belt is loose,

broken, missing or if the light remains on, see

your NISSAN dealer immediately.

CAUTION

Do not continue driving if the 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 key is ON.

Engine oil pressure warning

light

This light warns of low engine oil pressure. If the

light blinks or comes on during normal 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. See “Engine

oil” in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself”

section.

CAUTION

Running the engine with the oil pres-

sure warning light on could cause seri-

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ous damage to the engine almost imme-

diately. Turn off the engine as soon as it

is safe to do so.

4WD warning light (4WD

models)

The 4WD warning light comes on when the key

switch is turned to ON. It turns off soon after the

engine is started.

If the 4WD system malfunctions or the revolu-

tion, or radius of the front and the rear wheel

differs, the warning light will either remain illumi-

nated or blink. See “Using four wheel drive

(4WD)” in the “5. Starting and driving” section.

CAUTION

쐌 If the warning light comes on while

driving, 4WD mode will change to

2WD mode. Reduce the vehicle speed

and have your vehicle checked by a

NISSAN dealer as soon as possible.

쐌 Do not drive on dry hard surface

roads in the LOCK mode.

쐌 If the 4WD warning light blinks when

you are driving:

• blinks rapidly (about twice a sec-

ond):

Pull off the road in a safe area, and

idle the engine. The driving mode

will change to 2WD to prevent the

4WD system from malfunctioning.

If the warning light turns off, you

can drive again.

• blinks slowly (about once every 2

seconds):

Pull off the road in a safe area, and

idle the engine. Check that all tire

sizes are the same, tire pressure is

correct and tires are not worn.

If the warning light is still on after the

above operation, have your vehicle

checked by a NISSAN dealer as soon as

possible.

Low washer fluid warning light

This light comes on when the washer tank fluid is

at a low level. Add washer fluid as necessary.

See “Window washer fluid” in the “8. Mainte-

nance and do-it-yourself” section.

Seat belt warning light and

chime

The light and chime remind you to fasten seat

belts. The light illuminates whenever the ignition

key is turned to ON, and will remain illuminated

until the driver’s seat belt is fastened. At the

same time, the chime will sound for about 6

seconds unless the driver’s seat belt is securely

fastened.

See “Seat belts” in the “1. Safety — Seats, seat

belt and supplemental restraint system” section

for precautions on seat belt usage.

Supplemental air bag warning

light

After turning the ignition key to the ON position,

the supplemental air bag warning light will illu-

minate. The supplemental air bag warning light

will turn off after about 7 seconds if the system is

operational.

If any of the following conditions occur, the

supplemental front air bag, supplemental side air

bag and curtain side-impact air bag systems,

and pre-tensioner seat belt needs servicing and

your vehicle must be taken to your nearest

NISSAN dealer.

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쐌 The supplemental air bag warning light re-

mains on after approximately 7 seconds.

쐌 The supplemental air bag warning light

flashes intermittently.

쐌 The supplemental air bag warning light does

not come on at all.

Unless checked and repaired, the Supplemental

Restraint System and/or the pre-tensioner seat

belt may not function properly. For additional

information, see “Supplemental restraint system”

in the “1. Safety — Seats, seat belt and supple-

mental restraint system” section.

WARNING

If the supplemental air bag warning

light is on, it could mean that the

supplemental front air bag, supplemen-

tal side air bag and/or pre-tensioner

seat belt will not operate in an accident.

To help avoid injury to yourself or oth-

ers, have your vehicle checked by a

NISSAN dealer as soon as possible.

INDICATOR LIGHTS

Cruise main switch indicator

light

The light comes on when the cruise control main

switch is pushed. The light goes out when the

main switch is pushed again. When the cruise

main switch indicator light comes on, the cruise

control system is operational.

Cruise 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 func-

tioning properly. Have the system checked by

your NISSAN dealer.

4WD mode indicator light

(AUTO) (4WD models)

This light comes on when the ignition switch is

turned to ON, and turns off within 1 second.

While the engine is running, this light will illumi-

nate when selecting AUTO mode. See “Using

four wheel drive (4WD)” in the “5. Starting and

driving” section.

4WD mode indicator light

(LOCK) (4WD models)

This light comes on when the ignition switch is

turned to ON, and turns off within 1 second.

When selecting LOCK mode while the engine is

running, this light will illuminate simultaneously

with the 4WD mode indicator light (AUTO)

illuminating. See “Using four wheel drive (4WD)”

in the “5. Starting and driving” section.

Front fog light indicator light (if

so equipped)

The light comes on when the front fog light

switch is turned on.

High beam indicator light

(Blue)

This light comes on when the headlight high

beam is on and goes out when the low beam is

selected.

Malfunction indicator lamp

(MIL)

If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on

steady or blinks while the engine is running, it

may indicate a potential emission control mal-

function.

The malfunction indicator lamp 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 14 liters

(3 US gallons, 2.5 Imp gallons) of fuel in the fuel

tank.

After a few driving trips, the

lamp should

turn off if no other potential emission control

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system malfunction exists.

If this indicator lamp 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. See

“Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M)

test” in the “9. Technical and consumer informa-

tion” section of this manual.

Operation

The malfunction indicator lamp will come on in

one of two ways:

쐌 Malfunction indicator lamp on steady — An

emission control system malfunction has

been detected. Turn the ignition key to OFF

and check the fuel filler cap. If the fuel filler

cap is loose or missing, tighten or install the

cap and continue to drive the vehicle. The

lamp should turn off after a few driving

trips. If the

lamp does not turn off after

a few driving trips, have the vehicle inspected

by a NISSAN dealer. You do not need to have

your vehicle towed to the dealer.

쐌 Malfunction indicator lamp blinking — An

engine misfire has been detected which may

damage the emission control system. To re-

duce or avoid emission control system dam-

age:

a) Do not drive at speeds above 72 km/h (45

MPH).

b) Avoid hard acceleration or deceleration.

c) Avoid steep uphill grades.

d) If possible, reduce the amount of cargo

being hauled or towed.

The malfunction indicator lamp may stop

blinking and come on steady.

Have the vehicle inspected by a NISSAN

dealer. 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

(A/T models)

This light comes on when the overdrive function

is OFF.

The automatic transmission overdrive function is

controlled by the overdrive switch.

If the vehicle is driven under extreme con-

ditions, such as excessive wheel spinning

and subsequent hard braking, the Fail-safe

system may be activated. This will occur

even if all electrical circuits are functioning

properly. In this case, turn the ignition key

OFF and wait for 3 seconds. Then turn the

key back to the ON position. The vehicle

should return to its normal operating con-

dition. If it does not return to its normal

operating condition have your NISSAN

dealer check the transmission and repair if

necessary.

Slip indicator light (if so

equipped)

This indicator will blink when the VDC system or

the traction control system 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, but this

is normal.

The light will blink on for a few seconds after the

VDC system stops limiting wheel spin.

The slip indicator light also comes on when you

turn the ignition key to ON. The light will turn off

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after about 1 second if the system is operational.

If the light does not come on or go off, have the

traction control system checked by your

NISSAN dealer.

Turn signal/hazard indicator

lights

The light flashes when the turn signal switch

lever or hazard switch is turned on.

Vehicle dynamic control (VDC)

off indicator light (if so

equipped)

After turning the ignition key to the ON position,

the light will illuminate and then turn off. This

indicates the vehicle dynamic control (VDC)

system is operational.

The light comes on when the vehicle dynamic

control (VDC) off switch is pushed to OFF. This

indicates the vehicle dynamic control system

and traction control system are not operating.

When the vehicle dynamic control off indicator

light and slip indicator light come on with the

vehicle dynamic control system turned on, this

light alerts the driver to the fact that the vehicle

dynamic control system’s fail-safe mode is op-

erating, that is the system may not be functioning

properly. Have the system checked by your

NISSAN dealer. If an abnormality occurs in the

system, the vehicle dynamic control system

function will be canceled but the vehicle is still

driveable. For additional information, see “Ve-

hicle dynamic control (VDC) system” in the “5.

Starting and driving” section of this manual.

AUDIBLE REMINDERS

Key reminder chime

The chime will sound if the driver’s side door is

opened while the key is left in the ignition switch

(ignition switch is turned to OFF or ACC).

Remove the key and take it with you when

leaving the vehicle.

Light reminder chime

The chime will sound when the driver’s door is

opened with the headlight switch on unless the

ignition key is in the ON position.

Make sure to turn the light switch off when you

leave the vehicle.

Brake pad wear warning

The disc brake pads have audible wear warn-

ings. When a brake pad requires replacement, it

will make a high pitched scraping sound when

the vehicle is in motion whether or not the brake

pedal is depressed. Have the brakes checked as

soon as possible if the warning sound is heard.

Your vehicle has two types of security systems,

as follows:

쐌 Vehicle Security System

쐌 Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System

The security condition will be shown by the

security indicator light.

VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM

The vehicle security system provides visual and

audible alarm signals if someone opens the

doors when the system is armed. It is not,

however, a motion detection type system that

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activates when a vehicle is moved or when a

vibration occurs.

The system helps deter vehicle theft but cannot

prevent it, nor can it prevent the theft of interior

or exterior vehicle components in all situations.

Always secure your vehicle even if parking for a

brief period. Never leave your keys in the vehicle,

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 protection,

such as component locks, identification markers,

and tracking systems, are available at auto sup-

ply stores and specialty shops. Your NISSAN

dealer may also offer such equipment. Check

with your insurance company to see if you may

be eligible for discounts for various theft protec-

tion features.

How to activate the vehicle security

system

1. Close all windows.

The system can be activated even if the

windows are open.

2. Remove the key from the ignition switch.

3. Close and lock all doors, hood and back

door.

Lock all doors by pressing the LOCK button

on the keyfob or using the key. When using

the keyfob, the hazard indicators flash to

indicate all doors are locked.

4. Confirm that the SECURITY indicator light

comes on. The SECURITY indicator light

glows for about 30 seconds and then blinks.

The system is now activated. If, during this 30

second time period, the door is unlocked by

the key or the keyfob, or the ignition key is

turned to ACC or ON, the system will not

activate.

Even when the driver and/or passengers

are in the vehicle, the system will activate

with all doors, hood and back door locked

and ignition key off. Turn the ignition key

to ACC to turn the system off.

Vehicle security system operation

The security system will give the following alarm:

쐌 The headlights blink and the horn sounds

intermittently.

쐌 The alarm automatically turns off after ap-

proximately 25 seconds, and this will be

repeated three times. However, the alarm

reactivates if the vehicle is tampered with

again. The alarm can be shut off by unlocking

a door with the key, or by pressing the

UNLOCK button on the keyfob.

The alarm is activated by:

쐌 Opening the door (including the back door)

without using the key or keyfob.

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쐌 Opening the back door.

How to stop alarm

The alarm will stop only by unlocking a door with

the key, or by pressing the UNLOCK button on

keyfob. The alarm will not stop if the ignition

switch is turned to ACC or ON.

If the system does not operate as de-

scribed above, have it checked by your

NISSAN dealer.

NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER

SYSTEM

The Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System will not

allow the engine to start without the use of the

registered Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System

key.

If the engine fails to start using the registered

Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System key, it may be

due to interference caused by another Nissan

Vehicle Immobilizer System key, an automated

toll road device or automated payment device on

the key ring. Restart the engine using the follow-

ing procedures:

1. Leave the ignition switch in the ON position

for approximately 5 seconds.

2. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF or LOCK

position and wait approximately 10 seconds.

3. Repeat step 1 and 2 again.

4. Restart the engine while holding the device

(which may have caused the interference)

separate from the registered Nissan Vehicle

Immobilizer System key.

If this procedure allows the engine to start,

NISSAN recommends placing the registered

Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System key on a

separate key ring to avoid interference from

other devices.

Statement related to section 15 of FCC

rules for Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer Sys-

tem (CONT ASSY-IMMOBILIZER)

This device complies with RSS-210 of In-

dustry Canada and Part 15 of the FCC

Rules. Operation is subject to the following

two conditions;

(1) This device may not cause harmful in-

terference, and (2) this device must accept

any interference received, including inter-

ference that may cause undesired opera-

tion of the device.

CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT EX-

PRESSLY APPROVED BY THE MANUFAC-

TURE FOR COMPLIANCE COULD VOID

THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE

THE EQUIPMENT.

Security indicator light

This light blinks whenever the registered Nissan

Vehicle Immobilizer System key is removed or

turned to OFF, ACC or LOCK position. This

function indicates the security systems

equipped on the vehicle are operational.

If Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System is malfunc-

tioning, this light will remain on while the regis-

tered Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System Key is

in the ON position.

If the light still remains on and/or the

engine will not start, see your NISSAN

dealer for Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer Sys-

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tem service as soon as possible. Please

bring all Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer Sys-

tem keys that you have when visiting your

NISSAN dealer for service.

The windshield wiper and washer operates

when the ignition key is in the ON position.

Push the lever down to operate the wiper at the

following speeds:

쎻

Intermittent — intermittent operation can be

adjusted by turning the knob toward

쎻

(Slower) or 쎻

(Faster).

쎻

Low — continuous low speed operation

쎻

High — continuous high speed operation

Pull the lever toward you

쎻

to operate the

washer. Then the wiper will also operate several

times.

WARNING

In freezing temperatures the washer so-

lution may freeze on the windshield and

obscure your vision which may lead to

an accident. Warm the windshield with

the defroster before you wash the wind-

shield.

CAUTION

The following could damage the washer

system:

쐌 Do not operate the washer continu-

ously for more than 30 seconds.

쐌 Do not operate the washer if the

reservoir tank is empty.

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WINDSHIELD WIPER AND

WASHER SWITCH

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The rear window wiper and washer operate

when the ignition switch is in the ON position.

Turn the switch clockwise from the OFF position

to operate the wiper.

쎻

Intermittent — intermittent operation (not ad-

justable)

쎻

Low — continuous low speed operation

Turn the switch clockwise to the

position

쎻

to operate the washer.

Turn the switch counterclockwise to the

position

쎻

to operate the washer. Then

the wiper will also operate several times.

CAUTION

쐌 If the rear window wiper operation is

interrupted by snow etc., the wiper

may stop moving to protect its motor.

If this occurs, turn the wiper switch to

OFF and remove the snow etc. on

and around the wiper arms. After

about 1 minute, turn the switch ON

again to operate the wiper.

쐌 Do not operate the washer continu-

ously for more than 30 seconds.

쐌 Do not operate the washer if reser-

voir tank is empty.

WARNING

In freezing temperatures the washer so-

lution may freeze on the rear window

glass and obscure your vision. Warm the

rear window glass with the defroster

before you wash.

To defog/defrost the rear window glass and

outside mirrors, start the engine and push the

switch on. The indicator light will come on. Push

the switch again to turn the defroster off.

It will automatically turn off in approximately 15

minutes.

CAUTION

When cleaning the inner side of the rear

window, be careful not to scratch or

damage the rear window defroster.

SIC2416 SIC1960A

REAR WINDOW WIPER AND

WASHER SWITCH

REAR WINDOW AND OUTSIDE

MIRROR DEFROSTER SWITCH

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HEADLIGHT SWITCH

Lighting

쎻

Turn the switch to the position:

The front park, side marker, tail, license plate

and instrument lights will come on.

쎻

Turn the switch to the position:

Headlights will come on and all the other

lights remain on.

Headlight beam select

쎻

To select the low beam, put the lever in the

neutral position as shown.

쎻

To select the high beam, push the lever

forward while the switch is in the

po-

sition. Pull it back to select the low beam.

쎻

Pulling the lever toward you will flash the

headlight high beam.

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HEADLIGHT AND TURN SIGNAL

SWITCH

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DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT SYSTEM

The daytime running lights automatically illumi-

nate when the engine is started and once the

parking brake is released. The daytime running

lights operate with the headlight switch in the

OFF position or in the

position.

The daytime running lights will be turned off

when the headlight switch is turned to the

position.

The daytime running lights will remain on until

the ignition switch is turned to the ACC or OFF

position.

WARNING

When the daytime running light system

is active, tail lights on your vehicle are

not on. It is necessary at dusk to turn on

your headlights. Failure to do so could

cause an accident injuring yourself and

others.

INSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESS

CONTROL

The instrument brightness control operates

when the light switch is in the

position and the ignition switch is in the

ON position.

Keep turning the control to adjust the brightness

of instrument panel lights.

TURN SIGNAL SWITCH

쎻

Turn signal

Move the lever up or down to signal the turning

direction. When the turn is completed, the turn

signals cancel automatically.

쎻

Lane change signal

To indicate a lane change, move the lever up or

down to the point where lights begin flashing.

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FOG LIGHT SWITCH (if so

equipped)

To turn the fog lights on, turn the headlight

switch to the

or position, then turn

the switch to the

position. To turn them off,

turn the switch to the OFF position.

Push the switch on to warn other drivers when

you must stop or park under emergency condi-

tions. All turn signal lights will flash.

WARNING

쐌 If stopping for an emergency, be sure

to move the vehicle well off the road.

쐌 Do not use the hazard warning flash-

ers while moving on the highway un-

less unusual circumstances force you

to drive so slowly that your vehicle

might become a hazard to other traf-

fic.

쐌 Turn signals do not work when the

hazard warning flasher lights are on.

The flasher will operate with the ignition switch in

any position.

SIC2399 SIC1447A

HAZARD WARNING FLASHER

SWITCH

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To sound the horn, push the center pad area

쎻

of the steering wheel.

WARNING

Do not disassemble the horn. Doing so

could affect proper operation of the

supplemental front air bag system. Tam-

pering with the supplemental front air

bag system may result in serious per-

sonal injury.

The front seats are warmed by built-in heaters.

The switches located on the center console can

be operated independently of each other.

1. Start the engine.

2. Select heat range.

쐌 For high heat, press the

(High) side

of the switch.

쐌 For low heat, press the

(Low) side

of the switch.

쐌 For no heat, the switch has a center OFF

position between low and high.

The indicator light in the switch will illuminate

when low or high is selected.

The heater is controlled by a thermostat,

automatically turning the heater on and off.

The indicator light will remain on as long as

the switch is on.

3. When the vehicle’s interior is warmed, or

before you leave the vehicle, be sure to turn

the switch to the off position (center).

CAUTION

쐌 The battery could be discharged if

the seat heater is operated while the

engine is not running.

쐌 Do not use the seat heater for ex-

tended periods or when no one is

using the seat.

쐌 Do not put anything on the seat

which insulates heat, such as a blan-

ket, cushion, seat cover, etc. Other-

wise, the seat may become over-

heated.

쐌 Do not place anything hard or heavy

on the seat or pierce it with a pin or

similar object. This may result in

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HORN HEATED SEATS (if so equipped)

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damage to the heater.

쐌 Any liquid spilled on the heated seat

should be removed immediately with

a dry cloth.

쐌 When cleaning the seat, never use

gasoline, thinner, or any similar ma-

terials.

쐌 If any abnormalities are found or the

heated seat does not operate, turn

the switch off and have the system

checked by your NISSAN dealer.

For driving or starting the vehicle on snowy

roads or slippery areas, push the SNOW mode

switch and indicator light on the switch will

illuminate. When the SNOW mode is activated,

engine output is controlled to avoid wheel spin.

The vehicle should be driven with the Vehicle

Dynamic Control (VDC) System ON for most

driving conditions.

When the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, the

VDC system reduces the engine output to re-

duce wheel spin. The engine speed will be

reduced even if the accelerator is depressed to

the floor. If maximum engine power is needed to

free a stuck vehicle, turn the VDC system off.

To cancel the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)

System, push the VDC OFF switch to turn off

the system. The

indicator light will come

on.

Push the VDC OFF switch again or restart the

SAA0844 SIC1881

SNOW MODE SWITCH (if so

equipped)

VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL

(VDC) OFF SWITCH (if so

equipped)

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engine to turn ON the system. See “Vehicle

dynamic control (VDC) system” in the “5. Start-

ing and driving” section.

The digital clock displays time when the ignition

key is in the ON position.

If the power supply is disconnected, the

clock will not indicate the correct time.

Readjust the time.

ADJUSTING THE TIME

Speedometer display model

You can adjust the clock when it is displayed.

To display the clock, push the adjusting knob.

The following is the order of the display:

TRIP A → TRIP B → CLOCK

→ TEM-

PERATURE (Outside air — °C) → TRIP A

Turn the adjusting knob left to adjust the hour.

Turn the adjusting knob right to adjust the

minutes.

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CLOCK

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Audio display model

1. Turn the audio unit on by pushing the “PWR”

button

쎻

2. Push the “MENU” button

쎻

until the display

indicates the clock adjustment mode.

If the “CLOCK OFF” is indicated on the display,

push the “TUNE” button

쎻

to change the mode

to “CLOCK ON”. Then push the “MENU” button

쎻

The time indicator will flash.

3. Push the “SEEK TRACK” button

쎻

to adjust

the hour.

Push the “TUNE” button

쎻

to adjust the

minute.

Pushing the

, buttons will ad-

vance and

, buttons will turn back

the time.

4. Push the “MENU” button

쎻

to finish the

adjustment.

The power outlet is for powering electrical ac-

cessories such as cellular telephones.

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POWER OUTLET

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CAUTION

쐌 Use caution as the socket and plug

may be hot during or immediately

after use.

쐌 This power outlet is not designed for

use with a cigarette lighter unit.

쐌 Do not use with accessories that ex-

ceed a 12 volt, 120W (10A) power

draw. Do not use double adapters or

more than one electrical accessory.

쐌 Use only one power outlet at a time.

쐌 Use this power outlet with the engine

running. (If the engine is stopped,

this could result in a discharged bat-

tery.)

쐌 Avoid using when the air conditioner,

headlights or rear window defroster

is on.

쐌 Before inserting or disconnecting a

plug, be sure to turn off the power

switch of electrical accessory being

used or the ACC power of the vehicle.

쐌 Push the plug in as far as it will go. If

good contact is not made, the plug

may overheat or the internal tem-

perature fuse may blow.

쐌 When not in use, be sure to replace

the cover. Do not allow water to con-

tact the socket.

DRIVER’S BOX

To open the driver’s box, push the button and

pull up.

WARNING

Keep the lid of the box closed while

driving to help prevent injury in an acci-

dent or a sudden stop.

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STORAGE

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MULTI BOX

Drink box

You can store unopened beverages in the box.

To keep the beverage warm or cool, open the

sliding panels, allow the air to come in by pulling

the air flow control knob

쎻

, and put the drink in

the box. Then close the sliding panels.

To put in a 500 m can or plastic beverage

bottle, push the holder switch

쎻

and place it at

an angle.

WARNING

Do not put in or take out objects from

the drink box/pocket while driving so

that full attention may be given to ve-

hicle operation.

CAUTION

쐌 Do not drive with the sliding panels

open. Objects inside may come out,

and this may result in unexpected

injuries.

쐌 Do not leave carbonated beverages

inside because the temperatures in a

closed vehicle could easily become

high if the engine is stopped on hot

days.

쐌 Avoid abrupt starting or braking

when the multi box is being used.

쐌 Do not spill the drink. It may cause

damage to the vehicle.

쐌 The temperature of the inside of the

box is the same as that of the airflow.

It cannot change the temperature of

the drink extremely.

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Pocket

You can use the box as a pocket.

Open the sliding panels, and shut the air flow by

pushing the air flow control knob. Put an object

in the box, then close the sliding panels.

쐌 Do not put any objects that can melt in

the pocket. An object may damage the

vehicle if it melts.

쐌 Do not leave any plastic objects. They

may be deformed.

쐌 Do not put in jewelry such as rings,

earrings and so on, because they may

be deformed by heat.

CUP HOLDERS

WARNING

The cup holder should not be used while

driving so full attention may be given to

vehicle operation.

CAUTION

쐌 Avoid abrupt starting and braking

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when the cup holder is being used to

prevent spilling the drink. If the liquid

is hot, it can scald you or your pas-

senger.

쐌 Use only soft cups in the cup holder.

Hard objects can injure you in an

accident.

Front:

While the air conditioner is cooling the air, drinks

can be kept cold.

쐌 Open the cover and put a drink in it.

쐌 Pull up the knob to keep the drink cold.

쐌 Push down the knob when the cooling func-

tion is not used.

쐌 When a high temperature is set or the air

conditioner is warming the air, the cooling

function will not work even if the knob is

pulled up.

쐌 The temperature of the inside of the holder is

the same as that of the air blowing from the

air conditioner. The drink cannot be cooler

than the temperature set by air conditioner.

쐌 The cap of a plastic beverage bottle can be

put beside the holder.

Rear cup holders:

Rear cup holders are located at the rear of the

center console.

쐌 Pull out the cover to use them.

쐌 Push them in when they are not being used.

CAUTION

쐌 Store them when they are not used.

Be careful not to stumble or not to

hook anything while they are being

used. An unexpected accident may

occur.

쐌 The rear cup holders should be

stored when the rear seat is folded

down.

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GLOVE BOX

When locking or unlocking the glove box, use

the master key.

쐌 Pull the knob to open the glove box.

쐌 Push the knob forward to close the glove box.

WARNING

Keep glove box lid closed while driving

to help prevent injury in an accident or a

sudden stop.

UPPER GLOVE BOX

쐌 Push up the lock knob to open the upper

glove box.

쐌 Push down the lid to close the upper glove

box.

WARNING

Keep upper glove box lid closed while

driving to prevent injury in an accident

or a sudden stop.

CAUTION

Please do not forcibly open the upper

glove box lid upward. The lid might be

damaged.

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CONSOLE BOX

WARNING

쐌 The center console box should not be

used while driving so full attention

may be given to vehicle operation.

쐌 Keep the center console box lid

closed while driving to prevent injury

in an accident or a sudden stop.

CAUTION

Do not place valuable items in the cen-

ter console box.

WARNING

쐌 Always make sure that the luggage is

properly secured. Use the suitable

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SIC2401

LUGGAGE HOOKS

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ropes and hooks.

쐌 Unsecured luggage can become dan-

gerous in an accident or sudden stop.

CARGO NET

The cargo net helps keep packages in the cargo

area from moving around while your vehicle is

driven.

Wrap the baggage with a net and fix the bag-

gage. Use the attached stoppers on a preferred

position of the net and clip it on any of the hooks

of the luggage room. Depending on the position

of luggage hook used, the state of the stretched

net can be preferably adjusted.

CAUTION

Do not put any baggage on the

stretched net in the luggage room while

your vehicle is driven. When brakes are

applied, the baggage may jump out to

the front or fall from the net, and it may

lead to an unexpected accident. When

you put your baggage on the net, wrap

the baggage with a net and fix the bag-

gage.

WARNING

쐌 Properly secure all cargo to help pre-

vent it from sliding or shifting.

쐌 Be sure to secure hooks into the

retainers. The cargo restrained in the

net must not exceed 10 kg (22 lb) or

the net may not stay secured.

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TONNEAU COVER (if so equipped)

The tonneau cover keeps the luggage compart-

ment contents hidden from the outside.

To open the tonneau cover, pull it out and hang

both sides on the hooks. The tonneau cover can

also be covered to the rear seat side. To close

the tonneau cover, remove it from the hooks and

release it.

WARNING

쐌 Never put anything on the tonneau

cover, no matter how small. Any ob-

ject on it could cause an injury in an

accident or sudden stop.

쐌 Close the tonneau and sub covers

when folding the rear seat.

쐌 Do not leave the tonneau cover in the

vehicle with it disengaged from the

holder.

쐌 Properly secure all cargo to help pre-

vent it from sliding or shifting. Do not

place cargo higher than the seat-

backs. In a sudden stop or collision,

unsecured cargo could cause per-

sonal injury.

쐌 The top tether strap may be damaged

by contact with the tonneau cover or

items in the cargo area. Remove the

tonneau cover from the vehicle or

secure it and any cargo. Your child

could be seriously injured or killed in

a collision if the top tether strap is

damaged.

Luggage can be carried on the roof by securing

crossbars to the roof rails. Follow all crossbar

manufacturers instructions for installing and use

of the crossbars. The roof rails are designed to

carry loads (luggage plus crossbars) below 100

kg (221 lb). Overloading may cause damage to

the vehicle.

CAUTION

쐌 Do not put or hang anything on or

around side pipes or plastic covers.

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ROOF RACK

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쐌 Do not remove plastic covers except

at the crossbar fixing points.

POWER WINDOWS

WARNING

쐌 Make sure that all passengers have

their hands, etc. inside the vehicle

while it is in motion and before clos-

ing the windows. Use the window

lock switch to prevent unexpected

use of the power windows.

쐌 Do not leave children unattended in-

side the vehicle. They could unknow-

ingly activate switches or controls

and become trapped in a window.

Unattended children could become

involved in serious accidents.

The power windows operate when the ignition

key is in the ON position.

Main power window switch (driver’s

side)

To open or close the window, push down or pull

up the switch and hold it. The main switch (driver

side switches) will open or close all the win-

dows.

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WINDOWS

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Passenger side power window switch

The passenger side switch will open or close

only the corresponding window. To open or

close the window, hold the switch down or up.

Locking passenger’s windows

When the lock button is pushed in, only the

driver side window can be opened or closed.

Push it in again to cancel.

Automatic operation (For driver’s

window)

To fully open or close the driver’s window,

completely push down or pull up the switch and

release it; it need not be held. The window will

automatically open or close all the way. To stop

the window, just press or lift the switch on the

opposite side.

Auto reverse function

If the control unit detects something caught in

the driver’s window as it moves up, the window

will be immediately lowered.

The auto reverse function can be activated when

the driver’s window is closed by automatic op-

eration when the ignition key is in the ON

position.

Depending on the environment or driving

conditions, the auto reverse function may

be activated if an impact or load similar to

something being caught in the window

occurs.

WARNING

There are some small distances imme-

diately before the closed position which

cannot be detected. Make sure that all

passengers have their hands, etc., in-

side the vehicle before closing the win-

dow.

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The sunroof will only operate when the ignition

key is in the ON position.

Sliding the sunroof

To open the roof, keep pressing the switch to

the

side.

To close the roof, keep pressing the switch to

the

side.

Automatic operation

To open the roof automatically, completely press

the switch to the

side and release it; it

need not be held. The roof stops just before the

fully opened position. To open the roof com-

pletely, keep pressing the switch again until the

sunroof stops.

To stop the roof, just press the switch toward the

opposite side. To fully close the sunroof, you

need to hold the switch.

A light press on the switch will cause the roof to

open or close until the switch is released.

Tilting the sunroof

To tilt up, first close the sunroof, then keep

pushing the

side of the tilt switch. To tilt

down the sunroof, keep pushing the

side.

Sun shade

Open or close the sun shade by sliding it

backward or forward.

The shade will open automatically when the

sunroof is opened. However, it must be closed

manually.

WARNING

쐌 In an accident you could be thrown

from the vehicle through an open

sunroof. Always use seat belts and

child restraints.

쐌 Do not allow anyone to stand up or

extend any portion of their body out

of the opening while the vehicle is in

motion or while the sunroof is clos-

ing.

CAUTION

쐌 Remove water drops, snow, ice or

sand from the sunroof before open-

ing.

쐌 Do not place any heavy object on the

sunroof or surrounding area.

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SUNROOF (if so equipped)

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If the sunroof does not close

Turn the ignition key off.

1. Remove the cover.

2. Take out the crank handle supplied in the

luggage under box.

3. Insert the longer side of the crank handle into

the hole.

쐌 Turn the handle clockwise to close the sun-

roof.

쐌 If the sunroof is tilted up, turn the handle

counterclockwise.

Have your NISSAN dealer check and repair the

sunroof.

ROOM LIGHT

The room light has a three-position switch.

When the switch is in the center 쎻 or DOOR

position, the light will illuminate when a door

(including back door) is opened.

Interior light timer

The room light will stay on for about 30 seconds

when:

쐌 The driver’s door is unlocked by the keyfob or

a key while all doors are locked.

쐌 The key is removed from the ignition switch

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INTERIOR LIGHTS

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while all doors are closed.

쐌 The driver’s door is unlocked while the key is

removed from the ignition switch.

쐌 The driver’s door is opened and then closed

while other doors are closed.

The room light will turn off while the 30 second

timer is activated, when:

쐌 The driver’s door is locked either with the

keyfob, a key, the door inside lock knob, or

the power door lock switch.

쐌 The ignition switch is turned ON.

CAUTION

쐌 Turn off the interior lights when you

leave the vehicle.

쐌 Do not use for extended periods of

time with the engine stopped. This

could result in a discharged battery.

MAP LIGHT

CAUTION

쐌 Turn off the interior lights when you

leave the vehicle.

쐌 Do not use for extended periods of

time with the engine stopped. This

could result in a discharged battery.

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LUGGAGE ROOM LIGHT

The luggage room light has a three-position

switch.

When the switch is in the center 쎻 position, the

light will illuminate when a door (including the

back door) is opened.

Interior light timer

Timer function works the same as ROOM

LIGHT, see “ROOM LIGHT” earlier in this sec-

tion.

CAUTION

쐌 Turn off the interior lights when you

leave the vehicle.

쐌 Do not use for extended periods of

time with the engine stopped. This

could result in a discharged battery.

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MEMO

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Instruments and controls for Your Nissan X Trail SUV First Generation (2000-2006)

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