User manual NISSAN SENTRA-2003

[. . . ] FOREWORD Welcome to the growing family of new NISSAN owners. This vehicle is delivered to you with confidence. It was produced using the latest techniques and strict quality control. This manual was prepared to help you understand the operation and maintenance of your vehicle so that you may enjoy many miles (kilometers) of driving pleasure. [. . . ] The shift selector lever can be moved to N (Neutral). However, the steering wheel will be locked unless the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. To release the shift lock, complete the following procedure: 1. Turn the ignition key to the LOCK position and remove the key. Insert a small screwdriver in the shift lock slot, and push down B . Push the shift selector lever button C and move the shift selector lever to N (Neutral) position D while holding down the shift lock. Turn the key to the ON position to unlock the steering wheel. Now the vehicle may be moved to the desired location. WSD0044 Starting and driving 5-9 If the shift selector lever cannot be moved out of P (Park), have a NISSAN dealer check the automatic transmission system as soon as possible. OFF: Accelerator downshift -- in D position -- For passing or hill climbing, depress the accelerator pedal to the floor. This shifts the transmission down into a lower gear, depending on the vehicle speed. For driving up and down long slopes where engine braking is necessary push the Overdrive switch once. The O/D OFF indicator light in the instrument panel comes on at this time. WSD0045 When cruising at a low speed or climbing a gentle slope, you may feel uncomfortable shift shocks as the transmission shifts between third gear and Overdrive repeatedly. In this case, depress the Overdrive switch to turn the Overdrive off. The O/D OFF indicator light in the instrument panel comes on at this time. When driving conditions change, depress the Overdrive switch to turn the Overdrive on. Remember not to drive at high speeds for extended periods of time with the Overdrive off. This reduces fuel economy. Overdrive switch Each time your vehicle is started, the transmission is automatically "reset" to overdrive ON. ON: With the engine running and the shift selector lever in the D (Drive) position, the transmission upshifts into Overdrive as vehicle speed increases. MANUAL TRANSMISSION WARNING Do not downshift abruptly on slippery roads. Do not over-rev the engine when shifting to a lower gear. This may cause a loss of control or engine damage. Overdrive does not engage until the engine has reached operating temperature. 5-10 Starting and driving CAUTION Do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal while driving. Fully depress the clutch pedal before shifting to help prevent transmission damage. Stop your vehicle completely before shifting into R (Reverse). When the vehicle is stopped with the engine running (for example, at a stop light), shift to N (Neutral) and release the clutch pedal with the foot brake applied. WSD0046 WSD0047 5 - speed Shifting To change gears, or when upshifting or downshifting, depress the clutch pedal fully, shift into the appropriate gear, then release the clutch slowly and smoothly. To ensure smooth gear changes, fully depress the clutch pedal before operating the shift lever. If the clutch pedal is not fully depressed before the transmission is shifted, a gear noise may be heard. [. . . ] . 5-6 . 6-7 . 5-2 . 6-9 . 5-6 . 8-18 . 5-17 . 3-13 . 8-36 . 2-21 . 2-23 . 2-21 . 2-26 . . 2-25 . 2-18 . 2-19 . 2-16 10-4 Ignition switch . . 5-4 . 5-10 . 2-16 . 2-15 Turn signal switch (See headlight and turn signal switch) . . 2-16, 2-17 U Uniform tire quality grading. [. . . ]