Nissan Sentra Owners Manual: Before starting the engine

Nissan Sentra Owners Manual / Starting and driving / 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(if so equipped), and windshield-washer 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/headrests.
Adjust inside and outside mirrors.
Fasten seat belts and ask all passengers to do likewise.
Check the operation of warning lights when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position.
See “Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders” in the “Instruments and controls” section of this manual.

NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system

The NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer system will not allow the engine to start without the use of the registered key. If the engine fails to start using a registered key (for example, when interferenc ...

Starting the engine

Apply the parking brake. CVT model: Move the shift lever to P (Park) or N (Neutral). P (Park) is recommended. The shift lever cannot be moved out of P (Park) and into any of the other gea ...

Other materials:

Fuel pump
Component Function Check 1.CHECK FUEL PUMP FUNCTION Turn ignition switch ON. Pinch fuel feed hose with two fingers. Fuel pressure pulsation should be felt on the fuel feed hose for 1 second after ignition switch is turned ON. Is the inspection result normal? YES >> INSPECT ...

Exterior front
Engine hood Windshield wiper and washer switch, Windshield Moonroof (if so equipped) Power windows Door locks, keyfob, keys, NISSAN Intelligent Key® (if so equipped) Mirrors Tire pressure Flat tire Tire chains Replacing bulbs Headlight and turn signal switch, LED he ...

Preparation
Special Service Tool The actual shape of the tools may differ from those illustrated here. Commercial Service Tool Clip list Descriptions for Clips Replace any clips which are damaged during removal or installation. ...