2006 Nissan Xterra Owner's Manual - Page 101

CLUTCH INTERLOCK (clutch start) SWITCH (if so equipped) To use the clutch interlock switch: 1. Set the parking brake. 2. Depress the brake pedal with your right foot. 3. Place the gear shift lever in the 1 position to move forward, or R to move backward. 4. Place your left foot on the brake pedal and release the parking brake. 5. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. 6. Press and release the clutch interlock switch. The CANCEL light on the switch will illuminate. WIC0817 POWER OUTLET WARNING Pay special attention to your surroundings when using the clutch interlock switch. The vehicle will move forward or backward according to the gear selected. The clutch interlock (clutch start) switch allows for starting the engine without depressing the clutch pedal. This feature helps you restart the engine if it stops under difficult conditions. (For example, the engine stops on a steep hill and a slight movement forward or backward might be dangerous.) 7. Turn the ignition to the START position to start the engine and, at the same time, depress the accelerator pedal with your right foot. As the vehicle begins to move, take your left foot off the brake. Once the engine has started, the clutch interlock switch CANCEL light shuts off. Do not use the interlock switch to start the engine under normal driving conditions. LIC0880 Front row The power outlets are for powering electrical accessories such as cellular telephones. The bottom power outlet located on instrument panel and the power outlet located in the cargo area are powered directly by the vehicle's battery. The top power outlet located on the instrument panel and the power outlet located inside the center console are powered only when the ignition key is in the ACC or ON position. Open the cap to use a power outlet. Instruments and controls 2-29