2007 Nissan Sentra Owner's Manual - Page 196

To unlock the steering wheel: 1. Insert the key into the ignition switch, if necessary. 2. Gently turn the ignition switch while rotating the steering wheel slightly right and left. To lock the steering wheel, turn the key to the LOCK position. Remove the key. To unlock the steering wheel, insert the key and turn it gently while rotating the steering wheel slightly right and left. KEY POSITIONS LOCK: Normal parking position (0) Intelligent Key system: PUSH OFF- The steering lock can only be locked at this position. WSD0052 PUSH ON- The ignition switch will be unlocked while carrying the Intelligent Key. OFF: (Manual transmission model) (1) The engine can be turned off without locking the steering wheel. 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 starts the engine. As soon as the engine has started, release the key. It automatically returns to the ON position. MANUAL TRANSMISSION The ignition switch includes a device that helps prevent accidental removal of the key while driving. The key can only be removed when the ignition switch is in the LOCK position. On manual transmission models, to turn the ignition key to LOCK position from ACC or ON position, turn the key to OFF, push the key in, then turn the key to LOCK. In order for the steering wheel to be locked, it must be turned about 1/8 of a turn clockwise from the straight up position. 5-8 Starting and driving