Nissan Z33-D owner manual Before Starting the Engine, 8Starting and driving

OFF (1)

The engine can be turned off without locking the steering wheel.

The ignition lock is designed so that the key cannot be turned to LOCK and removed until the selector lever is moved to the P (Park) position.

ACC (Accessories) (2)

This position activates electrical accessories such as the radio when the engine is not running.

ON (Normal operating position) (3)

This position turns on the ignition system and the electrical accessories.

START (4)

This position activates the starter motor, starting the engine.

NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM

The NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System will not allow the engine to start without the use of the registered key.

If the engine fails to start using a registered key (for example, when interference is caused by another registered key, an automated toll road device or automated payment device on the key

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ring), restart the engine using the following 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 steps 1 and 2.

4.Restart the engine while holding the device (which may have caused the interference) separate from the registered key.

If this procedure allows the engine to start, NISSAN recommends placing the registered key on a separate key ring to avoid interference from other devices.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

￿Make sure the area around the vehicle is clear.

￿Maintenance items should be checked peri- odically, for example, each time you check engine oil.

￿Check that all windows and lights are clean.

￿Visually inspect tires for their appearance and condition. Also check tires for proper infla- tion.

￿Lock all doors.

￿Position seat and adjust head restraints.

￿Adjust inside and outside mirrors.

￿Fasten seat belts and ask all passengers to do likewise.

￿Check the operation of warning lights when the ignition key is turned to the ON position. See “Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders” in the “2. Instruments and con- trols” section.