2012 Nissan Sentra Owner's Manual - Page 240

The operating range of the engine start function 1 . is inside of the vehicle ᭺ ● If the Intelligent Key is placed on the instrument panel, rear parcel shelf, inside the glove box, storage bin or door pocket, the Intelligent Key may not function. ● If the Intelligent Key is placed near the door or window outside the vehicle, the Intelligent Key may function. WSD0041 LSD0175 Without Intelligent Key CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (CVT) (if so equipped) The ignition lock is designed so that the ignition switch cannot be turned to the LOCK position until the shift selector is moved to the P (Park) position. ● When moving the ignition switch to the LOCK position, make sure the shift selector is in the P (Park) position. With Intelligent Key ● When removing the key from the ignition switch, make sure the shift selector is in the P (Park) position. When the ignition switch cannot be turned to the LOCK position: 1. Shift the shift selector to the P (Park) position. 2. Turn the ignition switch slightly in the ON direction. 3. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position. Starting and driving 5-9