2010 Nissan Versa Owner's Manual - Page 221

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. AT or 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 placed in 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. Intelligent Key system models: Slowly push and turn the ignition switch. When the in Intelligent Key system warning light the 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 system warning AT or CVT models) or the Intellight ( ligent Key lock warning light ( M/T models) in the meter blinks in red and the inside warning buzzer emits a short beep, be sure that the shift selector is in the P (Park) position (AT or CVT models) and the ignition switch is securely returned to the LOCK position. The Intelligent Key system warning light AT or CVT models) or the Intelligent ( Key lock warning light ( M/T models) blinking in red, turns off by performing the following operations: ● Return the ignition switch to the LOCK position. ● Place the ignition switch in 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. 5-12 Starting and driving