2011 Nissan cube Owner's Manual - Page 224

When the ignition switch cannot be turned to the LOCK position: 1. Move the selector lever to the P (Park) position. 2. Turn the ignition switch slightly in the ON direction. 3. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position. 4. Remove the key. If the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position, the selector lever cannot be moved from the P (Park) position. The selector lever can be moved if the ignition switch is in the ON position with the foot brake pedal depressed. 1 There is an OFF position * between the LOCK and ACC positions, although it is not marked on the ignition switch. KEY POSITIONS LOCK (0) The key can only be removed from the ignition switch at this position. OFF (1) The engine is turned off. The power supply is turned off. ACC (2) The electrical accessory power activates without the engine turned on. SSD0503 ON (3) The ignition system and the electrical accessory power activate without the engine turned on. MANUAL TRANSMISSION (MT) 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. To turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position from the ACC or ON position, turn the key to the OFF position, push the key in, then turn the key to the LOCK position. 1 in between the There is an OFF position * LOCK and ACC positions. The OFF position is indicated by a "1" on the key cylinder. START (4) The engine starter activates and the engine will start. The ignition switch, when released, will automatically turn to the ON position. CAUTION As soon as the engine has started, release the ignition switch immediately. 5-8 Starting and driving