Nissan Sentra Owners Manual: Push starting
CAUTION
- Do not push start this vehicle. The three-way catalyst may be damaged.
- Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) models and Manual Transmission
(MT) cannot be push-started or towstarted.
Attempting to do so may cause transmission damage
- For manual transmission (MT) models,
never try to start the vehicle by towing it.
When the engine starts, the forward surge could cause the vehicle to collide with the tow vehicle.
Jump starting
To start your engine with a booster battery, the
instructions and precautions below must be followed.
WARNING
If done incorrectly, jump starting can
lead to a battery explosion, resul ...
If your vehicle overheats
If your vehicle is overheating (indicated by an
extremely high temperature gauge reading), or if
you feel a lack of engine power, detect abnormal
noise, etc., take the following steps.
WARN ...
Other materials:
Vehicle Recovery (Freeing a Stuck Vehicle)
Front
Remove the hook cover from the bumper using a remover tool.
Securely install the vehicle recovery hook stored with jacking
tools.
Check that the hook is properly secured in the stored place after use.
WARNING:
Stand clear of a stuck vehicle.
Do not spin your tires at high s ...
Cleaning
If your windshield is not clear after using the
windshield washer or if a wiper blade chatters
when running, wax or other material may be on
the blade or windshield.
Clean the outside of the windshield with a washer
fluid or a mild detergent. Your windshield is clean
if beads do not form whe ...
L terminal circuit (short)
Description
The terminal “l” circuit controls the charge warning lamp. The charge warning
lamp turns on when the ignition
switch is set to on or start. When the generator is providing sufficient voltage
with the engine running,
the charge warning lamp turns off. If the charge warni ...
