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 ...

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Ecu diagnosis information
ECM Reference Value VALUES ON THE DIAGNOSIS TOOL NOTE: The following table includes information (items) inapplicable to this vehicle. For information (items) applicable to this vehicle, refer to CONSULT display items. Numerical values in the following table are reference values. Thes ...

Periodic maintenance
ENGINE COOLANT System Inspection WARNING: Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. Serious burns could occur from high pressure engine coolant escaping from the radiator. Wrap a thick cloth around the cap. Slowly push down and turn it a quarter turn to allow built-up pr ...

Removal and installation
ACCELERATOR CONTROL SYSTEM Exploded View Accelerator pedal assembly Brake pedal bracket Locating hook Locating pin Removal and Installation REMOVAL Remove instrument lower panel LH. Refer to IP-21, "Removal and Installation". Disconnect the harness connector ...