Key positions -12, Before starting the engine -12, Caution – NISSAN 2012 Rogue - Owner's Manual User Manual
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5-12
Starting and driving
be moved if the ignition switch is in the ON
position with the foot brake pedal depressed.
The OFF position
*
1
is between the LOCK and
ACC positions, although it is not marked on the
ignition switch.
KEY POSITIONS
LOCK (0)
Except for the Intelligent Key equipped
model:
The key can only be removed from the ignition
switch at this position.
For the Intelligent Key equipped model:
PUSH OFF -
The ignition switch is locked at this position.
PUSH ON -
The ignition switch will be unlocked while
carrying the Intelligent Key.
OFF (1)
The power supply is turned off.
ACC (2)
The electrical accessory power activates without
the engine turned on.
ON (3)
The ignition system and the electrical accessory
power activate without the engine turned on.
START (4)
The engine starter activates and the engine will
start. The ignition switch, when released, will
automatically turn to the ON position.
CAUTION
As soon as the engine has started,
release the ignition switch immediately.
. Make sure the area around the vehicle is
clear.
. Check fluid levels such as engine oil, cool-
ant, brake fluid, and window 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.
. Adjust inside and outside mirrors.
. Fasten seat belts and ask all passengers to
do likewise.
. Check the operation of warning lights when
the ignition key is turned to the ON position.
(See “Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders” in the “2. Instruments and con-
trols” section.)
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
5-12
Starting and driving
be moved if the ignition switch is in the ON
position with the foot brake pedal depressed.
The OFF position
*
1
is between the LOCK and
ACC positions, although it is not marked on the
ignition switch.
KEY POSITIONS
LOCK (0)
Except for the Intelligent Key equipped
model:
The key can only be removed from the ignition
switch at this position.
For the Intelligent Key equipped model:
PUSH OFF -
The ignition switch is locked at this position.
PUSH ON -
The ignition switch will be unlocked while
carrying the Intelligent Key.
OFF (1)
The power supply is turned off.
ACC (2)
The electrical accessory power activates without
the engine turned on.
ON (3)
The ignition system and the electrical accessory
power activate without the engine turned on.
START (4)
The engine starter activates and the engine will
start. The ignition switch, when released, will
automatically turn to the ON position.
CAUTION
As soon as the engine has started,
release the ignition switch immediately.
. Make sure the area around the vehicle is
clear.
. Check fluid levels such as engine oil, cool-
ant, brake fluid, and window 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.
. Adjust inside and outside mirrors.
. Fasten seat belts and ask all passengers to
do likewise.
. Check the operation of warning lights when
the ignition key is turned to the ON position.
(See “Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders” in the “2. Instruments and con-
trols” section.)
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE