Nissan Versa Sedan 2018 Owner's Manual

2018 VERSA SEDAN

OWNER’S MANUAL

and MAINTENANCE INFORMATION

For your safety, read carefully and keep in this vehicle.

FOREWORD READ FIRST—THEN DRIVE SAFELY

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. Please read through this manual before operating your vehicle.

A separate Warranty Information Booklet explains details about the warranties covering your vehicle. The “Maintenance and schedules” section of this manual explains details about maintaining and servicing your vehicle. Additionally, a separate Customer Care/Lemon Law Booklet (U.S. only) will explain how to resolve any concerns you may have with your vehicle, and clarif y your rights under your state’s lemon law.

A NISSAN dealership knows your vehicle best. When you require any service or have any questions, they will be glad to assist you with the extensive resources available to them.

In addition to factory-installed options, your vehicle may also be equipped with additional accessories installed prior to delivery. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for details concerning the particular accessories with which your vehicle is equipped. It is important that you

familiarize yourself with all disclosures, warnings, cautions and instructions concerning proper use of such accessories prior to operating the vehicle and/or accessory. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for details concerning the particular accessories with which your vehicle is equipped.

Before driving your vehicle, please read this Owner’s Manual carefully. This will ensure familiarity with controls and maintenance requirements assisting you in the safe operation of your vehicle.

WARNING

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION REMINDERS!

Follow these important driving rules to help ensure a safe and comfortable trip for you and your passengers!

∙ NEVER drive under the influence of al-

cohol or drugs.

∙ ALWAYS observe posted speed limits

and never drive too fast for conditions.

∙ ALWAYS give your full attention to

driving and avoid using vehicle features or taking other actions that could distract you.

∙ ALWAYS use your seat belts and ap-

propriate child restraint systems. Preteen children should be seated in the rear seat.

WHEN READING THE MANUAL

∙ ALWAYS provide information about

the proper use of vehicle safety features to all occupants of the vehicle.

∙ ALWAYS review this Owner’s Manual

for important safety information.

MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE This vehicle should not be modified.

Modification could affect its performance, safety, emissions or durability and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or performance problems resulting from modifications may not be covered under NISSAN warranties.

WARNING

Installing an aftermarket On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) plug-in device that uses the port during normal driving, for example remote insurance company monitoring, remote vehicle diagnostics, telematics or engine reprogramming, may cause interference or damage to vehicle systems. We do not recommend or endorse the use of any af termarket OBD plug-in devices, unless specifically approved by NISSAN. The vehicle warranty may not cover damage caused by any aftermarket plug-in device.

This manual includes information for all features and equipment available on this model. Features and equipment in your vehicle may vary depending on model, trim level, options selected, order, date of production, region or availability. Therefore, you may find information about features or equipment that are not included or installed on your vehicle.

All information, specifications and illustrations in this manual are those in effect at the time of printing. NISSAN reserves the right to change specifications, performance, design or component suppliers without notice and without obligation. From time to time, NISSAN may update or revise this manual to provide Owners with the most accurate information currently available. Please carefully read and retain with this manual all revision updates sent to you by NISSAN to ensure you have access to accurate and up-to-date information regarding your vehicle. Current versions of vehicle Owner’s Manuals and any updates can also be found in the Owner section of the NISSAN website at

https://owners.nissanusa.com/nowners/ navigation/manualsGuide

questions concerning any information in your Owner’s Manual, contact NISSAN Consumer

If you have

Affairs. For contact information, refer to the NISSAN CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAM page in this Owner’s Manual.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS MANUAL

Youwill see various symbols in this manual. They are used in the following ways:

WARNING

This is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that could cause death or serious personal injury. To avoid or reduce the risk, the procedures must be followed precisely.

CAUTION

This is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that could cause minor or moderate personal injury or damage to your vehicle. To avoid or reduce the risk, the procedures must be followed carefully.

APD1005

If you see this symbol, it means “Do not do this” or “Do not let this happen.”

If you see a symbol similar to these in an illustration, it means the arrow points to the front of the vehicle.

Arrows in an illustration that are similar to these indicate movement or action.

Arrows in an illustration that are similar to these call attention to an item in the illustration.

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING

WARNING

Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Operating, servicing and maintaining a passenger vehicle or off-road vehicle can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle the engine except as necessary, service your vehicle in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently when servicing your vehicle. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

CALIFORNIA PERCHLORATE ADVISORY

Some vehicle parts, such as lithium batteries, may contain perchlorate material. The following advisory is provided: “Perchlorate Material – special handling may apply. For additional information, refer to www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate/”.

BLUETOOTH® is a trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and licensed to Visteon.

SiriusXM® services require a subscription after trial period and are sold separately or as a package. The satellite service is available only in the 48 contiguous USA and DC. SiriusXM® satellite service is also available in Canada; see www.siriusxm.ca.

Manual may be reproduced or stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form, or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Nissan Mexicana, S. A. de C. V.

NISSAN CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAM

NISSAN CARES . . .

Both NISSAN and your NISSAN dealer are dedicated to serving all your automotive needs. Your satisfaction with your vehicle and your NISSAN dealer are our primary concerns. Your NISSAN dealer is always available to assist you with all your automobile sales and service needs.

However, if there is something that your NISSAN dealer cannot assist you with or you would like to provide NISSAN directly with comments or questions, please contact the NISSAN Consumer Affairs Department using our toll-free number:

For U.S. customers

1-800-NISSAN-1 (1-800-647-7261)

For Canadian customers

1-800-387-0122

The Consumer Affairs Department will ask for the following information:

– Your name, address, and telephone

number

– Vehicle identification number (attached

to the top of the instrument panel on the driver’s side)

– Date of purchase

– Current odometer reading

– Your NISSAN dealer’s name

– Your comments or questions

You can write to NISSAN with the information at:

For U.S. customers

Nissan North America, Inc. Consumer Affairs Department P.O. Box 685003 Franklin, TN 37068-5003 or via e-mail at: nnaconsumeraffairs@nissan-usa.com

For Canadian customers

Nissan Canada Inc. 5290 Orbitor Drive Mississauga, Ontario L4W 4Z5 or via e-mail at: information.centre@nissancanada.com

If you prefer, visit us at: www.nissanusa.com (for U.S. customers) or www.nissan.ca (for Canadian customers)

We appreciate your interest in NISSAN and thank you for buying a quality NISSAN vehicle.

Table of

Illustrated table of contents

Contents

Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

Instruments and controls

Pre-driving checks and adjustments

Display screen, heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems

Starting and driving

In case of emergency

Appearance and care

Do-it-yourself

Maintenance and schedules

Technical and consumer information

Index

0 Illustrated table of contents

Air bags, seat belts and child restraints ..........0-2

Exterior front ....................................0-3

Exterior rear .....................................0-4

Passenger compartment........................0-5

Instrument panel ................................0-6

Engine compartment check locations ...........0-8

Warning and indicator lights .....................0-9

AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS AND CHILD RESTRAINTS

1. Head restraints/headrests (P. 1-5)

2. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bag (P. 1-42)

3. Front seat belt with pretensioner(s) and shoulder height adjuster (P. 1-10, 1-42)

4. Seats (P. 1-2)

5. Supplemental air bag modules (P. 1-42)

6. Occupant classification sensor (weight sensor) (P. 1-42)

7. Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bag (P. 1-42)

8. LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system (P. 1-20)

9. Rear seat belts (P. 1-10)

Refer to the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details.

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EXTERIOR FRONT

1. Engine hood (P. 3-10)

2. Windshield (P. 8-16)

3. Wiper and washer switch (P. 2-21)

4. Power windows (if so equipped) (P. 2-30)

5. Door locks (P. 3-3) Key fob (if so equipped) (P. 3-6) Keys (P. 3-2)

6. Mirrors (P. 3-17)

7. Tire pressure (P. 8-28) Flat tire (P. 6-2) Tire chains (P. 8-28)

8. Headlight and turn signal switch (P. 2-22) Replacing bulbs (P. 8-22)

9. Fog light switch (if so equipped) (P. 2-22)

Refer to the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details.

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EXTERIOR REAR

1. Antenna (P. 4-48)

2. Rear window defroster switch (P. 2-22)

3. Trunk lid release (P. 3-11)

4. Rearview camera (if so equipped) (P. 4-2)

5. Replacing bulbs (P. 8-22)

6. Fuel-filler door (P. 3-13) Fuel-filler cap (P. 3-13) Fuel recommendation (P. 10-2)

7. Child safety rear door locks (P. 3-3)

Refer to the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details.

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PASSENGER COMPARTMENT

1. Interior light (P. 2-32)

2. Sun visors (P. 3-16)

3. Map light (if so equipped) (P. 2-32)

4. Rearview mirror (P. 3-17)

5. Glove box (P. 2-27)

6. Parking brake (P. 5-17)

Refer to the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details.

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INSTRUMENT PANEL

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1. Headlight/turn signal switch/fog

light switch (if so equipped) (P. 2-22)

2. Driver’s supplemental air bag

(P. 1-42) Horn (P. 2-25)

3. Meters and gauges (P. 2-3)

Warning and indicator lights (P. 2-12)

4. Wiper and washer switch (P. 2-21)

5. Vents (P. 4-8)

6. Rear window defroster switch

(P. 2-22)

7. Front passenger air bag status

light (P. 1-42)

8. Hazard warning flasher switch

(P. 6-2)

9. Climate controls (P. 4-8)

10. Audio system (P. 4-16)

11. Passenger’s supplemental air bag

(P. 1-42)

12. Glove box (P. 2-27)

13. Power outlet (P. 2-26)

14. USB connection port and AUX IN

jack (P. 4-41)

15. Shift lever (P. 5-11)

16. Cup holders (P. 2-27)

17. Ignition switch (P. 5-8)

18. Cruise control switches (if so equipped) (P. 5-18)

19. Tilt steering (P. 3-16)

20. Audio control switches (P. 4-47) Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System switches (P. 4-49)

21. Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch (P. 2-26)

22. Fuel-filler door release lever (P. 3-13) Hood release lever (P. 3-10)

23. Electronic outside rearview mirror control switch (P. 3-18)

Refer to the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details.

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ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK LOCATIONS

HR16DE Engine

1. Drive belt location (P. 8-14)

2. Engine oil filler cap (P. 8-6)

3. Air cleaner (P. 8-15)

4. Brake and clutch (if so equipped) fluid reservoir (P. 8-9)

5. Fusible link (P. 8-18)

6. Battery (P. 8-11)

7. Engine coolant reservoir (P. 8-4)

8. Radiator cap (P. 8-4)

9. Engine oil dipstick (P. 8-6)

10. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir (P. 8-10)

Refer to the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details.

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WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS

Warning

light

Name Page

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light

Brake warning light

Charge warning light

Door open warning light

Engine oil pressure warning light

High temperature warning light (red) (if so equipped)

2-13

2-14

2-15

Warning

light

Name Page

Low fuel warning light

Low tire pressure warning light

Power steering warning light

Seat belt warning light and chime (if so equipped)

Supplemental air bag warning light

2-15

2-17

2-18

Indicator

light

Name Page

Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) position indicator light

Cruise main switch indicator light (if so equipped)

Front fog light indicator light (if so equipped)

Front passenger air bag status light

High beam indicator light (blue)

Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)

2-18

2-19

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Indicator

light

Name Page

Overdrive OFF indicator light (if so equipped)

Side light and headlight indicator light (green) (if so equipped)

Slip indicator light 2-20

Turn signal/ hazard indicator lights

Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF indicator light

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1 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

Seats............................................ 1-2

Front manual seat adjustment ................1-3

Folding rear seat (if so equipped) ............. 1-4

Armrest (if so equipped for driver’s side

only).......................................... 1-5

Head restraints/headrests ...................... 1-5

Adjustable head restraint/headrest

components ................................. 1-6

Non-adjustable head restraint/

headrest components.........................1-7

Remove.......................................1-7

Install.........................................1-8

Adjust ........................................ 1-8

Seatbelts .......................................1-10

Precautions on seat belt usage...............1-10

Seat belt warning light (if so equipped) .......1-13

Pregnant women.............................1-13

Injured persons...............................1-13

Three-point type seat belt with

retractor .....................................1-13

Seat belt extenders...........................1-17

Seat belt maintenance .......................1-17

Child safety......................................1-18

Infants .......................................1-18

Small children ................................1-19

Larger children ...............................1-19

Child restraints .................................1-20

Precautions on child restraints ..............1-20

LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for

CHildren) system ............................ 1-23

Rear-facing child restraint installation

using LATCH .................................1-25

Rear-facing child restraint installation

using the seat belts .........................1-27

Forward-facing child restraint

installation using LATCH .....................1-30

Forward-facing child restraint

installation using the seat belts..............1-33

Booster seats ...............................1-38

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)...........1-42

Precautions on SRS..........................1-42

Supplemental air bag warning labels ........1-59

Supplemental air bag warning light..........1-60

SEATS

WARNING

∙ Do not ride in a moving vehicle when

the seatback is reclined. This can be dangerous. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. In an accident, you could be thrown into it and receive neck or other serious injuries. You could also slide under the lap belt and receive serious internal injuries.

ARS1152

∙ For the most effective protection

when the vehicle is in motion, the seat should be upright. Always sit well back and upright in the seat with both feet on the floor and adjust the seat properly. For additional information, refer to “Precautions on seat belt usage” in this section.

∙ Af ter adjustment, gently rock in the

seat to make sure it is securely locked.

∙ Do not leave children unattended in-

side the vehicle. They could unknowingly activate switches or controls or make the vehicle move. Unattended children could become involved in serious accidents.

∙ To help avoid risk of injury or death

through unintended operation of the vehicle and/or its systems, do not leave children, people who requirethe assistance of others or pets unattended in your vehicle. Additionally, the temperature inside a closed vehicle on a warm day can quickly become high enough to cause a significant risk of injury or death to people and pets.

∙ Do not adjust the driver’s seat while

driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation. The seat may move suddenly and could cause loss of control of the vehicle.

∙ The seatback should not be reclined

any more than needed for comfort. Seat belts are most effective when the passenger sits well back and straight up in the seat. If the seatback is reclined, the risk of sliding under the lap belt and being injured is increased.

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CAUTION

When adjusting the seat positions, be sure not to contact any moving parts to avoid possible injuries and/or damage.

FRONT MANUAL SEAT ADJUSTMENT

Your vehicle seats can be adjusted manually. For additional information about adjusting the seats, refer to the steps outlined in this section.

LRS2571 LRS2572

Forward and backward

Pull the lever up and hold it while you slide the seat forward or backward to the desired position. Release the lever to lock the seat in position.

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Reclining

To recline the seatback, pull the lever up and lean back. To bring the seatback forward, pull the lever up and lean your body forward. Release the lever to lock the seatback in position.

The reclining feature allows adjustment of the seatback for occupants of different sizes for added comfort and to help obtain proper seat belt fit. For additional information, refer to “Precautions on seat belt usage” in this section. Also, the seatback can be reclined to allow occupants to rest when the vehicle is stopped and the shift

lever is in P (Park) or N (Neutral) position with the parking brake fully applied.

LRS2573 LRS2833

Seat lifter (if so equipped for driver’s seat)

Pull up or push down the adjusting lever to adjust the seat height until the desired position is achieved.

FOLDING REAR SEAT (if so equipped)

Pull the knob

䊊

down.

∙ Never allow anyone to ride in the

cargo area or on the rear seat when it is in the fold-down position. Use of these areas by passengers without proper restraints could result in serious injury or death in an accident or sudden stop.

to fold each seatback

䊊

WARNING

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HEAD RESTRAINTS/HEADRESTS

∙ Properly secureall cargo with ropesor

straps to help prevent it from sliding or shifting. Do not place cargo higher than the seatbacks. In a sudden stop or collision, unsecured cargo could cause personal injury.

∙ When returning the seatbacks to the

upright position, be certain they are completely secured in the latched position. If they are not completely secured, passengers may be injured in an accident or sudden stop.

∙ Closely supervise children when they

are around the cars to prevent them from playing and becoming locked in the trunk where they could be seriously injured. Keep the car locked, with the rear seatback and trunk lid securely latched when not in use, and prevent children’s access to car keys.

LRS2454

ARMREST (if so equipped for driver’s side only)

To use the armrest, pull it down to the resting position.

Stowed position

䊊

Resting position

䊊

WARNING

Head restraints/headrests supplement the other vehicle safety systems. They may provide additional protection against injury in certain rear end collisions. Adjustable head restraints/headrests must be adjusted properly, as specified in this section. Check the adjustment after someone else uses the seat. Do not attach anything to the head restraint/headrest stalks or remove the head restraint/headrest. Do not use the seat if the head restraint/headrest has been removed. If the head restraint/headrest was removed, reinstall and properly adjust the head restraint/headrest before an occupant uses the seating position. Failure to follow these instructions can reduce the effectiveness of the head restraints/headrests. This may increase the risk of serious injury or death in a collision.

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LRS2000 LRS2300

The illustration shows the seating positions equipped with head restraints/headrests.

䉱 Indicates the seating position is equipped with a head restraint.

䡲 Indicates the seating position is equipped with a headrest.

+ Indicates the seating position is not equipped with a head restraint or headrest (if applicable).

∙ Your vehicle is equipped with a head

restraint/headrest that may be integrated, adjustable or non-adjustable.

∙ Adjustable head restraints/headrests

have multiple notches along the stalk(s) to lock them in a desired adjustment position.

∙ The non-adjustable head restraints/

headrests have a single locking notch to secure them to the seat frame.

∙ Proper Adjustment:

– For the adjustable type, align the

head restraint/headrest so the center of your ear is approximately level with the center of the head restraint/headrest.

– If your ear position is still higher than

the recommended alignment, place the head restraint/headrest at the highest position.

∙ If the head restraint/headrest has been

removed, ensure that it is reinstalled and locked in place before riding in that designated seating position.

ADJUSTABLE HEAD RESTRAINT/ HEADREST COMPONENTS

1. Removable head restraint/headrest

2. Multiple notches

3. Lock knob

4. Stalks

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LRS2299 LRS2302

NON-ADJUSTABLE HEAD RESTRAINT/HEADREST COMPONENTS

1. Removable head restraint/headrest

2. Single notch

3. Lock knob

4. Stalks

5. Reinstall and properly adjust the head restraint/headrest before an occupant uses the seating position.

REMOVE

Use the following procedure to remove the head restraint/headrest:

1. Pull the head restraint/headrest up to the highest position.

2. Push and hold the lock knob.

3. Remove the head restraint/headrest

from the seat.

4. Store the head restraint/headrest

properly in a secure place so it is not loose in the vehicle.

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LRS2303 WRS0134 LRS2351

INSTALL

1. Align the head restraint/headrest stalks with the holes in the seat. Make sure that the head restraint/headrest is facing the correct direction. The stalk with the notch (notches) installed in the hole with the lock knob

䊊

2. Push and hold the lock knob and push

the head restraint/headrest down.

3. Properly adjust the head

restraint/headrest before an occupant uses the seating position.

䊊

must be

ADJUST

For adjustable head restraint/headrest

Adjust the head restraint/headrest so the center is level with the center of your ears. If your ear position is still higher than the recommended alignment, place the head restraint/headrest at the highest position.

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For non-adjustable head restraint/ headrest

Make sure the head restraint/headrest is positioned so the lock knob is engaged in the notch before riding in that designated seating position.

LRS2305 LRS2306

Raise

To raise the head restraint/headrest, pull it up.

Make sure the head restraint/headrest is positioned so the lock knob is engaged in the notch before riding in that designated seating position.

Lower

To lower, push and hold the lock knob and push the head restraint/headrest down.

Make sure the head restraint/headrest is positioned so the lock knob is engaged in the notch before riding in that designated seating position.

Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-9

SEAT BELTS

PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT USAGE

If you are wearing your seat belt properly adjusted and you are sitting upright and well back in your seat with both feet on the floor,your chances of being injured or killed in a collision and/or the severity of injury may be greatly reduced. NISSAN strongly encourages you and all of your passengers to buckle up every time you drive, even if your seating position includes a supplemental air bag.

SSS0136

Most U.S. states and Canadian provinces or territories specify that seat belts be worn at all times when a vehicle is being driven.

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WARNING

∙ Every person who drives or rides in

this vehicle should use a seat belt at all times. Children should be in the rear seats and in an appropriate restraint.

SSS0134 SSS0016

WARNING

∙ The seat belt should be properly ad-

justed to a snug fit. Failure to do so may reduce the effectiveness of the entire restraint system and increase the chance or severity of injury in an accident. Serious injury or death can occur if the seat belt is not worn properly.

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