Nissan Sentra Owners Manual: 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:
ECU diagnosis information
Diagnosis sensor unit
DTC Index
DIAGNOSTIC CODE CHART
NOTE:
Follow the procedures in numerical order when repairing malfunctioning
parts. Confirm whether malfunction is
eliminated using air bag warning lamp or CONSULT each time repair is finished.
If malfunction is still
observed, proceed ...
Manual transmission (if so equipped)
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.
On manual transmission models, to turn the ignition
key to LOCK position from ACC or ON
position, turn the ...
Structure and operation
TRANSAXLE
TRANSAXLE : Cross-Sectional View
Converter housing
Oil pump
Counter drive gear
Control valve
Oil pan
Primary pulley
Steel belt
Secondary pulley
Planetary gear (auxiliary gearbox)
Side cover
Transaxle case
Differential case
Final gear
Reduction gear
Cou ...
