2010 Nissan Sentra Owner's Manual - Page 238

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE ● Make sure the area around the vehicle is clear. ● Check fluid levels such as engine oil, coolant, brake and clutch fluid, and windshieldwasher fluid as frequently as possible, or at least whenever you refuel. ● Check that all windows and lights are clean. ● Visually inspect tires for their appearance and condition. Also check tires for proper inflation. ● Lock all doors. ● Position seat and adjust head restraints and headrests (if so equipped). ● Adjust inside and outside mirrors. ● Fasten seat belts and ask all passengers to do likewise. ● Check the operation of warning lights when the key is turned to the ON (3) position. See "Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders" in the "Instruments and controls" section of this manual. STARTING THE ENGINE 1. Apply the parking brake. 2. CVT model: Move the shift selector to P (Park) or N (Neutral). P (Park) is recommended. The shift selector cannot be moved out of P (Park) and into any of the other gear positions if the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position or if the key is removed from the ignition switch. The starter is designed not to operate if the shift selector is in any of the driving positions. Manual transmission model: Move the shift selector to N (Neutral). Depress the clutch pedal to the floor while cranking the engine. The starter is designed not to operate unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed. Models with Intelligent Key: Slowly "PUSH ON" the ignition switch. When the in the Intelligent Key warning light meter illuminates in green, the ignition switch can be turned. The Intelligent Key must be carried when operating the ignition switch. When the Intelligent Key warning in the meter blinks in red and the light inside warning buzzer emits a short beep, be sure that the shift selector is in the P (Park) position and the ignition switch is securely returned to the LOCK position. blinkThe Intelligent Key warning light ing in red, turns off by performing the following operations: ● Return the ignition switch to the LOCK position. ● Turn the ignition switch to the ACC position. When the buzzer beeps 4 times continuously, check for the following: ● The ignition switch is returned to the LOCK position. ● The mechanical key is not inserted into the ignition switch. The inside warning buzzer stops when one of the following is performed: ● Return the ignition switch to the LOCK position. ● Remove the mechanical key from the ignition switch. ● Close the doors. Starting and driving 5-11