Handling Precaution

Handling Precaution

PRECAUTION FOR ICC SYSTEM SERVICE

CAUTION:

• Turn the Drive Assist switch OFF in conditions similar to driving, such as free rollers or a chassis dynamometer.

• Erase DTC when replacing parts of ICC system, then check the operation of ICC system after radar alignment if necessary.

PRECAUTIONS FOR ICC

• ICC and Steering Assist is not a self-driving system. Within the limits of its capabilities, as described in this manual, it helps the driver with certain driving activities.

• The ICC and Steering Assist system is not a replacement for proper driving procedure and is not designed to correct careless, inattentive or absent-minded driving. ICC and Steering Assist will not always steer the Nissan Sentra vehicle to keep it in the lane. The ICC and Steering Assist system is not designed to prevent loss of control. It is the driver’s responsibility to stay alert, drive safely, keep the Nissan Sentra vehicle in the travelling lane, and be in control of the vehicle at all times.

• There are limitations to the ICC and Steering Assist system capability. The ICC and Steering Assist system does not function in all driving, traffic, weather, and road conditions. It is the driver’s responsibility tostayalert, drive safely, keep the Nissan Sentra vehicle in the travelling lane, and be in control of the vehicle at all times.

• The ICC and Steering Assist system is only an aid to assist the driver and is not a collision warning or avoidance device.

• The ICC and Steering Assist system is for use on motorways with opposing traffic separated by a barrier only, and is not intended for city driving.

• Always observe the posted speed limits and do not set the speed over them.

• Never take own hands off the steering wheel when driving. Always keep own hands on the steering wheel and drive own Nissan Sentra vehicle safely.

• The ICC and Steering Assist system does not react to stationary or slow moving Nissan Sentra vehicles.

• Always drive carefully and attentively when using the ICC and Steering Assist system. Read and understand the Owner’s Manual thoroughly before using the ICC and Steering Assist system. To avoid serious injury or death, do not rely on the system to prevent accidents or to control the Nissan Sentra vehicle’s speed in emergency situations. Do not use the ICC and Steering Assist system except in appropriate road and traffic conditions.

Nissan Sentra Vehicle-TO-VEHICLE DISTANCE CONTROL MODE FUNCTION

• ICC is not a collision avoidance or warning device. It is intended for motorway use only and it is not intended for congested areas or city driving. Failure to apply the brakes could result in an accident.

• The ICC system is only an aid to assist the driver and is not a collision warning or avoidance device. It is the driver's responsibility to stay alert, drive safely, and be in control of the Nissan Sentra vehicle at all times.

• Always observe the posted speed limits and do not set the speed over them.

• The ICC system does not react to stationary or slow moving Nissan Sentra vehicles.

• Always drive carefully and attentively when using either cruise control mode. Read and understand the Owner's Manual thoroughly before using the cruise control. To avoid serious injury or death, do not rely on the system to prevent accidents or to control the Nissan Sentra vehicle's speed in emergency situations. Do not use cruise control except in appropriate road and traffic conditions.

• In the conventional (fixed speed) cruise control mode, a warning chime will not sound to warn the driver if own Nissan Sentra vehicle is too close to the vehicle ahead. Pay special attention to the distance between own vehicle and the Nissan Sentra vehicle ahead or a collision could occur.

• This function is only activated with the left or right turn signal and will briefly accelerate the Nissan Sentra vehicle even if a lane change is not initiated. This can include non-passing situations such as left or right side exits.

• Ensure that when passing another Nissan Sentra vehicle, the adjacent lane is clear before initiating the pass. Sudden changes in traffic may occur while passing always manually steer or brake as needed never solely rely on the system.

• The system is primarily intended for use on straight, dry, open roads with light traffic. It is not advisable to use the system in city traffic or congested areas.

• This system will not adapt automatically to road conditions. This system should be used in evenly flowing traffic. Do not use the system on roads with sharp curves, or on icy roads, in heavy rain or in fog.

• As there is a performance limit to the distance control function, never rely solely on the ICC system. This system does not correct careless, inattentive or absent-minded driving, or overcome poor visibility in rain, fog, or other bad weather. Decelerate the Nissan Sentra vehicle speed by depressing the brake pedal, depending on the distance to the vehicle ahead and the surrounding circumstances in order to maintain a safe distance between Nissan Sentra vehicles.

• Always pay attention to the operation of the vehicle and be ready to manually control the proper following distance. The Nissan Sentra vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode of the ICC system may not be able to maintain the selected distance between Nissan Sentra vehicles (following distance) or selected vehicle speed under some circumstances.

• The systemmaynot detect the Nissan Sentra vehicle ahead in certain road or weather conditions. To avoid accidents, never use the ICC system under the following conditions:

  • On roads where the traffic is heavy or there are sharp curves

  • On slippery road surfaces such as on ice or snow, etc.

  • During bad weather (rain, fog, snow, etc.)

  • When rain, snow or dirt adhere to the system sensor

  • On steep downhill roads (the Nissan Sentra vehicle may go beyond the set vehicle speed and frequent braking may result in overheating the brakes)

  • On repeated uphill and downhill roads

  • When traffic conditions make it difficult to keep a proper distance between Nissan Sentra vehicles because of frequent acceleration or deceleration

  • Interference by other radar sources

• In some road or traffic conditions, a Nissan Sentra vehicle or object can unexpectedly come into the sensor detection zone and cause automatic braking. The driver may need to control the distance from other Nissan Sentra vehicles using the accelerator pedal. Always stay alert and avoid using the ICC system when it is not recommended in this section.

• Do not use the ICC system while towing a trailer or another Nissan Sentra vehicle.

CONVENTIONAL (FIXED SPEED) CRUISE CONTROL MODE FUNCTION

• In the conventional (fixed speed) cruise control mode, a warning chime does not sound to warn the driver if own Nissan Sentra vehicle is too close to the vehicle ahead, as neither the presence of the vehicle ahead nor the vehicle-to-vehicle distance is detected.

• Pay special attention to the distance between own Nissan Sentra vehicle and the vehicle ahead or a collision could occur.

• Always confirm the setting in the ICC system display.

• Do not use the conventional (fixed speed) cruise control mode when driving under the following conditions:

  • When it is not possible to keep the Nissan Sentra vehicle at a set speed

  • In heavy traffic or in traffic that varies in speed

  • On winding or hilly roads

  • On slippery roads (rain, snow, ice, etc.)

  • In very windy areas

• Doing so could cause a loss of Nissan Sentra vehicle control and result in an accident.

• To avoid accidentally engaging cruise control, make sure to turn the Drive Assist switch off when not using the ICC system.

STEERING WHEEL ASSISTANCE FUNCTION

• Steering Assist is not a self-driving system. Within the limits of its capabilities, as described in this manual, it helps the driver with certain driving activities.

• The Steering Assist system is not a replacement for proper driving procedure and is not designed to correct careless, inattentive or absent-minded driving. Steering Assist will not always steer the Nissan Sentra vehicle to keep it in the lane. The Steering Assist system is not designed to prevent loss of control. It is the driver’s responsibility to stay alert, drive safely, keep the Nissan Sentra vehicle in the travelling lane, and be in control of the vehicle at all times.

• There are limitations to the Steering Assist system capability. The Steering Assist system doesnot function in all driving, traffic,weather, and road conditions. It is the driver’s responsibility to stay alert, drive safely, keep the Nissan Sentra vehicle in the travelling lane, and be in control of the vehicle at all times.

• The Steering Assist system is only an aid to assist the driver and is not a collision warning or avoidance device.

• The Steering Assist system is for use on motorways with opposing traffic separated by a barrier only, and is not intended for city driving.

• Always observe the posted speed limits and do not set the speed over them.

• Never take own hands off the steering wheel when driving. Always keep own hands on the steering wheel and drive own Nissan Sentra vehicle safely.

• Always drive carefully and attentively when using the Steering Assist system. Read and understand the Owner’s Manual thoroughly before using the Steering Assist system. To avoid serious injury or death, do not rely on the system to prevent accidents or to control the Nissan Sentra vehicle’s speed in emergency situations. Do not use the Steering Assist system except in appropriate road and traffic conditions.

• Steering Assist is not a system for hands-free driving. Always keep your hands on the steering wheel and drive your Nissan Sentra vehicle safely. Failure to do so could cause a collision resulting in serious personal injury or death.

• In the following situations, the camera may not detect lane markers correctly or may detect lane markers incorrectly and the Steering Assist may not operate properly:

  • When driving on roads where there are multiple parallel lane markers, lane markers that are faded or not painted clearly, nonstandard lane markers, or lane markers covered with water, dirt, snow, etc.

  • When driving on roads with discontinued lane markers

  • When driving on roads with a widening or narrowing lane width

  • When driving on roads where there are multiple lanes or unclear lane markers due to road construction

  • When driving on roads where there are sharply contrasting objects, such as shadows, snow, water, wheel ruts, seams, or lines remaining after road repairs (the Steering Assist could detect these items as lane markers)

  • When driving on roads where the travelling lane merges or separates

  • Where the lanes are too narrow or too wide

• Do not use the Steering Assist under the following conditions because the system may not properly detect lane markers. Doing so could cause a loss of Nissan Sentra vehicle control and result in an accident.

  • During bad weather (rain, fog, snow, dust, etc.)

  • When rain, snow, sand, etc., is thrown up by the wheels of other Nissan Sentra vehicles

  • When dirt, oil, ice, snow, water, or another object adheres to the camera unit

  • When the lens of the camera unit or the windscreen glass in front of the camera is foggy

  • When strong light (for example, sunlight or high beams from oncoming Nissan Sentra vehicles) shines on the camera

  • When the headlights are not bright due to dirt on the lens or the headlights are off in tunnels or darkness

  • When a sudden change in brightness occurs (for example, when the Nissan Sentra vehicle enters or exits a tunnel or is under a bridge)

  • When driving on roads where the travelling lane merges or separates or where there are temporary lane markers because of road construction

  • When there is a lane closure due to road repairs

  • When driving on a bumpy road surface, such as an uneven dirt road

  • When driving on sharp curves or winding roads

  • When driving on repeated uphill and downhill roads

• Do not use the Steering Assist under the following conditions because the system will not operate properly:

  • When driving with a tyre that is not within normal tyre conditions (for example, tyre wear, abnormal tyre pressure, installation of a spare tyre, tyre chains, nonstandard wheels)

  • When the Nissan Sentra vehicle is equipped with non-original brake or suspension parts

  • When an object such as a sticker or cargo obstructs the camera

  • When excessively heavy baggage is loaded in the rear seat or luggage area of own Nissan Sentra vehicle

  • When the vehicle load capacity is exceeded

  • When towing a trailer or other Nissan Sentra vehicle

• Excessive noise will interfere with the warning chime sound, and the beep may not be heard.

• For the Steering Assist system to operate properly, the windscreen in front of the camera must be clean. Replaceworn wiper blades. The correct size wiper blades must be used to help make sure the windscreen is kept clean. Only use Genuine NISSAN wiper blades, or equivalent wiper blades, that are specifically designed for use on own Nissan Sentra vehicle model and model year.