Nissan Sentra Owners Manual: Parking brake

Nissan Sentra Owners Manual / Starting and driving / Parking brake

WARNING

Be sure the parking brake is fully released before driving. Failure to do so can cause brake failure and lead to an accident.
Do not release the parking brake from outside the vehicle.
Do not use the shift lever in place of the parking brake. When parking, be sure the parking brake is fully engaged.
Do not leave children unattended in a vehicle. They could release the parking brake and cause an accident.

To engage: Pull the lever up A .

To release:

Firmly apply the foot brake.
Manual transmission models:

Place the shift lever in the N (Neutral) position.

CVT models: Move the shift lever to the P (Park) position.

While pulling up on the parking brake lever slightly, push the button and lower completely B .
Before driving, be sure the brake warning light goes out.

Manual transmission (if so equipped)

WARNING Do not downshift abruptly on slippery roads. This may cause a loss of control. Do not over-rev the engine when shifting to a lower gear. This may cause a loss of con ...

SPORT mode switch

Adjusts the throttle sensitivity and transmission points (CVT only) to enhance performance. Press the SPORT button on the instrument panel to activate. The SPORT mode indicator light (on the s ...

Other materials:

Component parts
Engine control system ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM :Component Parts Location Engine room compartment No. Component Function 1 IPDM E/R IPDM E/R control the internal relays and the actuators. When CAN communication with ECM is impossible, IPDM E/R performs fail-sa ...

ECO mode switch
ECO mode switch The ECO mode helps to enhance the fuel economy by controlling the throttle sensitivity and transmission points (CVT if so equipped). To turn on the ECO mode, push the ECO mode switch. The ECO mode indicator light (on the speedometer) will remain lit while the mode is act ...

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 ...