2003 Nissan Murano Owner's Manual - Page 65

¼ Malfunction indicator lamp on steady - An emission control system and/or CVT malfunction has been detected. Turn the ignition key 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 lamp should turn off after a vehicle. The lamp does not few driving trips. If the 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 lamp 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 lamp 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. 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. The light will blink on for a few seconds after the VDC system stops limiting wheel spin. The slip indicator light also comes on when you turn the ignition key to ON. The light will turn off after about 2 seconds if the system is operational. If the light does not come on or go off, have the traction control system checked by your NISSAN dealer. Turn signal/hazard indicator lights The light flashes when the turn signal switch lever or hazard switch is turned on. Security indicator light This light blinks whenever the ignition switch is in the LOCK, OFF or ACC position. This function indicates the security systems equipped on the vehicle are operational. For additional information, see "Security systems" later in this section. Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off indicator light (if so equipped) After turning the ignition key to the ON position, the light will illuminate. The light will turn off in about 2 seconds if the vehicle dynamic control (VDC) system is operational. The light comes on when the vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch is pushed to OFF. This indicates the vehicle dynamic control system and traction control system are not operating. When the vehicle dynamic control off indicator light and slip indicator light come on with the vehicle dynamic control system turned on, this light alerts the driver to the fact that the vehicle Slip indicator light (if so equipped) 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. You may feel or hear the system working, but this is normal. 2-14 Instruments and controls