Nissan Sentra Owners Manual: Ignition switch (if so equipped)

Nissan Sentra Owners Manual / Starting and driving / Ignition switch (if so equipped)

WARNING

Never remove or turn the key to the LOCK position while driving. The steering wheel will lock (for models with a steering lock mechanism). This may cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle and could result in serious vehicle damage or personal injury.
Never place the ignition switch in the LOCK position while driving. The steering wheel will lock (for models with a steering lock mechanism). This may cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle and could result in serious vehicle damage or personal injury.

Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving

WARNINGNever drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Alcohol in the bloodstream reduces coordination, delays reaction time and impairs judgement. Driving after drinking alcoh ...

Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) (if so equipped)

The ignition lock is designed so that the ignition switch cannot be turned to the LOCK position until the shift lever is moved to the P (Park) position. When moving the ignition switch to t ...

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Avoiding collision and rollover
WARNINGFailure to operate this vehicle in a safe and prudent manner may result in loss of control or an accident. Be alert and drive defensively at all times. Obey all traffic regulations. Avoid excessive speed, high speed cornering, or sudden steering maneuvers, because these ...

Component parts
Component parts location Generator IPDM E/R (view with air inlet duct removed) ECM Battery current sensor Charge warning lamp indicator Component description Component part Description Generator (IC regulator) The IC regulator controls the power generation ...

Engine oil and oil filter recommendations
Selecting the correct oil It is essential to choose the correct grade, quality and viscosity engine oil to ensure satisfactory engine life and performance. See “Recommended fluids/lubricants and capacities” in this section. NISSAN recommends the use of an energy conserving oil in order ...