2007 Nissan Murano Owner's Manual - Page 88

and that the vehicle has at least three gallons of fuel in the fuel tank. light should After a few driving trips, the turn off if no other potential emission control system malfunction exists. If this indicator light comes on continuously 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 information" section of this manual. Operation: The malfunction indicator light will come on in one of two ways: ¼ Malfunction indicator light on steady - An emission control system and/or CVT malfunction has been detected. Turn the ignition switch 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 light should turn off after a few driving trips. If the light 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. ¼ Malfunction indicator light blinking - An engine misfire has been detected which may damage the emission control system. To reduce or avoid emission control system damage: a) Do not drive at speeds above 45 MPH (72 km/h). 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 light 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. Security indicator light Model without Intelligent Key system: This light blinks whenever the ignition switch is in the LOCK, OFF or ACC position. Model with Intelligent Key system: This light blinks whenever the ignition switch is not pushed in or the mechanical key is removed from the ignition switch. This function indicates the security systems equipped on the vehicle are operational. For additional information, see "Security systems" later in this section. 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. Slip indicator light (if so equipped) When the ignition switch is in the "ON" position, the slip indicator light illuminates and then turns off. This indicates the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system is operational. 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. If the VDC off indicator light and slip indicator light illuminate while the engine is running or Instruments and controls 2-15