2013 Nissan Sentra Quick Reference Guide
New System Features
Drive Mode
The vehicle offers three drive modes: NORMAL, ECO, and SPORT.
- NORMAL: Recommended for everyday driving and is the default mode.
- ECO: Recommended for maximum fuel economy. Performance may be reduced. Activate by pressing the ECO button 01. The ECO drive indicator light illuminates on the instrument panel.
- SPORT: Recommended for enhanced performance. Fuel economy may be reduced. Activate by pressing the SPORT button 02. The SPORT drive indicator light illuminates on the instrument panel.
For more information, refer to the "Starting and driving (section 5)" of your Owner's Manual.
Navigation System (if so equipped)
The Navigation System calculates routes from your current location to a destination, providing real-time map display and turn-by-turn voice guidance. It continually updates your vehicle's position and recalculates routes if you deviate from the original path.
For more information, refer to your Navigation System Owner's Manual.
Essential Information
Loose Fuel Cap
A "LOOSE FUEL CAP" warning message appears in the trip computer 01 when the fuel-filler cap is not tightened correctly. Tighten the cap clockwise until a single click is heard. The message disappears when the vehicle detects the properly tightened cap and the button 02 on the steering wheel is pressed. If the cap is not properly tightened, the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) may also illuminate.
For more information, refer to the "Instruments and controls (section 2)" and the "Pre-driving checks and adjustments (section 3)" of your Owner's Manual.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with Easy Fill Tire Alert (if so equipped)
A "CHECK... TIRE... PRES..." warning message and the low tire pressure warning light 02 illuminate when one or more tires are low on pressure. Tire pressures should be checked when tires are cold (vehicle parked for 3 hours or more, or driven less than 1 mi at moderate speeds). After adjusting tire pressures, drive the vehicle above 16 MPH (25 km/h) for the warning message and light to disappear.
The TPMS with Easy Fill Tire Alert provides visual and audible signals to help inflate tires to the recommended COLD tire pressure.
To use the Easy Fill Tire Alert system:
- Move the shift lever to P (PARK) and apply the parking brake.
- Place the ignition switch in the ON position (do not start the engine).
- Add air to the under-inflated tire; hazard warning lights will flash within seconds.
- When the correct tire pressure is reached, the horn will beep once, and hazard lights will stop flashing.
- Repeat for additional under-inflated tires.
When the low tire pressure warning light flashes for approximately 1 minute and remains on, the TPMS is not functioning properly and should be checked by a NISSAN dealer.
Tire pressure can fluctuate with temperature and vehicle operation. Always check tire pressures before long trips.
For more information, refer to the "Instruments and controls (section 2)", the "Starting and driving (section 5)" and the "Maintenance and do-it-yourself (section 8)" of your Owner's Manual.
First Drive Features
NISSAN Intelligent Key® System (if so equipped)
The NISSAN Intelligent Key® system allows you to lock/unlock the vehicle, open the trunk, and start the engine. Ensure the Intelligent Key is with you.
- To lock: Push the door handle request switch 01 once, or press the button 02 on the keyfob.
- To unlock: Push the door handle request switch 01 once for the driver's door, or twice within 60 seconds for all doors. Alternatively, press the button 03 on the keyfob for the driver's door, or press it again for all doors.
- To release the trunk lid: Press and hold the button 04 for more than 0.5 seconds, then lift the trunk lid.
- To activate the panic alarm: Press and hold the button 05 for more than 0.5 seconds. The alarm and headlights will stay on for a period.
For more information, refer to the "Pre-driving checks and adjustments (section 3)" of your Owner's Manual.
Trunk Lid Release
Use one of the following methods to open the trunk:
- Push the trunk opener request switch 01 (under the trunk handle) for more than 1 second while carrying the NISSAN Intelligent Key®.
- Press the trunk release button 02 on the keyfob for more than 0.5 seconds.
- Push the trunk lid release 03 down (to the left of the steering wheel).
For more information, refer to the "Pre-driving checks and adjustments (section 3)" of your Owner's Manual.
Seat Adjustments
- To slide seat: Pull up on the center of the bar 01 under the seat and slide forward/backward. Release the bar to lock.
- To recline seatback: Pull up on the lever 02 and lean back. To move forward, pull the lever up and lean forward. Release the lever to lock.
- Seat Lifter: Pull up or push down on the adjusting lever 03 repeatedly to adjust seat height.
For more information, refer to the "Safety - Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system (section 1)" of your Owner's Manual.
Outside Mirror Control Switch
- Move switch 01 right or left to select the right or left side mirror.
- Adjust mirror position using switch 02.
- Move switch 01 to the middle "neutral" position to prevent accidental mirror movement.
For more information, refer to the "Pre-driving checks and adjustments (section 3)" of your Owner's Manual.
Starting/Stopping the Engine
Continuously Variable Transmission (NISSAN Intelligent Key® models only - if so equipped)
- Depress the brake pedal.
- Press the ignition switch once for ACC mode (if brake pedal not depressed).
- Press the ignition switch a second time for ON mode.
- Move the shift lever to P (PARK).
- Push the ignition switch to start the engine.
Ensure the Intelligent Key is with you (in your pocket or purse).
Manual Transmission (if so equipped)
- Depress the brake pedal.
- Move the shift lever to N (NEUTRAL).
- Depress the clutch pedal to the floor.
- Press the ignition switch.
Turning the Engine Off
- CVT: Apply brake pedal, move shift lever to P (PARK), apply parking brake, and press ignition switch.
- Manual: Apply brake pedal, place vehicle in 1st gear, apply parking brake, and push ignition switch.
For more information, refer to the "Starting and driving (section 5)" of your Owner's Manual.
Headlight Control Switch
Headlight Control
- Turn the headlight control switch to the position 01 for parking, tail, license plate, and instrument panel lights.
- Turn the switch to the position 02 for headlights.
Autolight System (if so equipped)
The autolight system automatically turns headlights on when dark and off when light. Headlights stay on for a period after ignition is off and doors are closed.
- To activate: Turn headlight control switch to AUTO 03, then push ignition switch to ON.
- To deactivate: Turn headlight control switch to OFF, 01, or 02.
High Beam Select
- Push headlight control switch forward 04 for high beams. The blue indicator light illuminates. Pull back to original position for low beams.
- Pull and release headlight control switch 05 to flash high beams on and off.
Fog Light Switch (if so equipped)
NOTE: Headlights must be on and low beams selected for fog lights to operate.
- Turn the switch (inside collar) to the position 06 to turn fog lights on.
- Turn the switch to OFF to turn fog lights off.
For more information, refer to the "Instruments and controls (section 2)" of your Owner's Manual.
Windshield Wiper and Washer Switch
Move the lever to operate wipers:
- MIST 01: One sweep.
- INTERMITTENT (INT) 02: Wipers operate intermittently. Adjust speed with time control ring 03.
- Low (LO) 04: Continuous low speed.
- High (HI) 05: Continuous high speed.
- Pull lever toward you to activate washer; wipers operate several times.
For more information, refer to the "Instruments and controls (section 2)" of your Owner's Manual.
Automatic Climate Controls (if so equipped)
- AUTO 01: System automatically controls temperature, airflow distribution, and fan speed. A/C turns on automatically.
- DUAL 02: Allows independent temperature control for the passenger side.
- DRIVER'S SIDE TEMPERATURE CONTROL BUTTONS 03: Press up for warmer air, down for cooler air.
- PASSENGER'S SIDE TEMPERATURE CONTROL BUTTONS 04: Press up for warmer air, down for cooler air.
- FAN SPEED CONTROL BUTTONS 05: Press - to lower fan speed, + to raise fan speed.
- DEFROSTING/DEFOGGING FRONT AND SIDE WINDOWS 06: Press defroster button to activate. A/C turns on automatically. Direct side vents to side windows for optimal defogging. For quick defrosting, set fan speed to maximum and temperature controls to full HOT.
- MODE BUTTON 07: Cycles through airflow outlets: center/side vents, center/side/foot vents, foot vents, defroster/foot vents.
- REAR WINDOW AND OUTSIDE MIRROR DEFROSTER SWITCH 08: Press to turn on/off. Function automatically turns off after a period.
- AIR RECIRCULATION BUTTON 09: Recirculates interior air. Helps manage interior temperature and avoid outside odors. Cannot be activated in front defroster modes.
- FRESH AIR INTAKE BUTTON 10: Draws outside air into the passenger compartment.
- A/C BUTTON 11: Turns the air conditioner system on or off.
- ON-OFF BUTTON 12: Turns the system on or off.
For more information, refer to the “Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems (section 4)" of your Owner's Manual.
FM/AM/SiriusXM™ Satellite Radio with CD Player (if so equipped)
- VOL/ON-OFF CONTROL DIAL 01: Press to turn system on/off. Turn to adjust volume.
- TUNE KNOB/AUDIO BUTTON 02: Turn to manually tune radio. Press to select menu item.
- SEEK BUTTONS: Press ◄ or ► to tune to the next/previous station. For SiriusXM™, press ◄ or ► to switch to the previous/next category. Press ◄◄ or ►► to change CD tracks. Hold ◄◄ or ►► while playing a CD to rewind/fast forward.
- STATION MEMORY KEYS 04: Twelve stations for FM, six for AM, eighteen for SiriusXM™. To store a station, select band (FM-AM 05 or XM 06), tune to station, then select and hold memory key until preset number updates and a beep is heard.
To retrieve a preset station, select the radio band and press the memory key.
*SiriusXM™ Satellite Radio requires a subscription service.
For more information, refer to the "Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems (section 4)" of your Owner's Manual.
USB/iPod® Interface (if so equipped)
The USB jack 01 is located in the center console under the armrest. Compatible audio files from USB devices or iPods® can be played through the vehicle's audio system.
For more information, refer to the “Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems (section 4)" of your Owner's Manual.
Cruise Control (if so equipped)
The cruise control system allows setting a constant cruising speed once the vehicle reaches 25 MPH (40 km/h). The system maintains speed until brake pedal is tapped, acceleration occurs, or the system is cancelled or turned off.
- To activate: Push the ON-OFF switch 01. The CRUISE indicator light illuminates.
- To set speed: Accelerate to desired speed, push and release COAST/SET switch 02. Remove foot from accelerator.
- To increase speed: Push and hold ACCEL/RES switch 03. Release when desired speed is reached.
- To decrease speed: Push and hold COAST/SET switch 02. Release when desired speed is reached.
- To cancel: Push the CANCEL switch 04.
- To turn off: Push the ON-OFF switch 01. The CRUISE indicator light turns off.
For more information, refer to the "Starting and driving (section 5)" of your Owner's Manual.
Fuel-Filler Door
The fuel-filler door release is located to the left of the steering wheel below the instrument panel. Pull the release 01 to open the fuel-filler door. The door is located on the right, rear side of the vehicle.
For more information, refer to the "Pre-driving checks and adjustments (section 3)" of your Owner's Manual.
System Guide
Trip Computer
With the ignition in the ON position, select trip computer modes by pressing the button 02 on the steering wheel. Modes include:
- Odometer: Total distance driven.
- Trip A: Distance of one specific trip.
- Trip B: Distance of a second specific trip.
- ECO Pedal Indicator: Displays recommended accelerator pedal position for fuel efficiency.
- MPG: Instant fuel consumption.
- AVG/mpg: Average fuel consumption since last reset.
- AVG/mph: Average vehicle speed since last reset.
- dte: Estimated distance to empty before refueling.
To reset Trip A, Trip B, AVG/mpg, or AVG/mph, go to the desired mode and hold the button 02 for more than 3 seconds.
For more information, refer to the "Instruments and controls (section 2)" of your Owner's Manual.
Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System (if so equipped)
Utilizes Bluetooth® wireless technology and voice recognition for hands-free phone communication. Ensure windows are closed for optimal performance. Speak clearly and naturally.
- Press the button on the steering wheel to activate voice recognition.
- Wait for the tone and display change before speaking a command.
- Begin speaking commands within 3.5 seconds of the tone.
- Say "Go back" or "Correction" to return to the previous command.
- Say "Cancel" or "Quit" or press and hold the button for 5 seconds to cancel a session.
- Press the button to interrupt system voice and issue a command.
Some phones may require speaking the last name first (e.g., "Smith Michael"). Adjust voice prompt volume using steering wheel controls or audio system control dial.
If the Voice Recognition system does not recognize commands, train it using Voice Adaptation Mode (refer to Owner's Manual).
For recommended phones and instructions, visit www.nissanusa.com/bluetooth.
Bluetooth® System Without Navigation (if so equipped)
Connecting Procedure
NOTE: Vehicle must be stationary when connecting the phone.
- Press the button on the steering wheel.
- Say: "Connect phone".
- Say: "Add phone". Follow on-screen prompts to initiate connection from the phone handset.
- Refer to your cellular phone's manual or www.nissanusa.com/bluetooth for specific instructions.
- Enter "1234" if prompted for a Passkey code.
- Assign a name to the phone.
Phonebook Setup
The phonebook stores up to 1,000 names per paired phone. Entries can be downloaded automatically or individually.
- To manually download entries: Press the button, say "Phonebook", then "Transfer Entry". Follow prompts to transfer contacts.
Making a Call from the Phonebook
- Press the button.
- Say "Call".
- Speak the phonebook entry name (e.g., "Michael Smith").
- Say "Dial" to confirm.
Names stored in all uppercase letters may not be recognized.
Making a Call by Phone Number
- Press the button.
- Say "Call".
- Say "Phone Number".
- Say the number, including area code, digit by digit.
- Say "Dial" to make the call.
Receiving/Ending a Call
- To accept: Press the button on the steering wheel or select the green icon on the screen.
- To reject: Press the button on the steering wheel or select the red icon on the screen.
- To hang up: Press the button.
For more information, refer to the “Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems (section 4)" of your Owner's Manual or visit www.nissanusa.com/bluetooth.
Bluetooth® System with Navigation (if so equipped)
Send/receive text messages and play audio files via Bluetooth®.
Connecting Procedure
- Press the MENU button on the control panel.
- Select "Settings" 01.
- Select "Phone & Bluetooth" 02.
- Select "Connect New Device" 03.
- Initiate connection from the handset. If a PIN is displayed on your device, select "Yes" to complete.
Vehicle Phonebook
- Press the button on the control panel.
- Select "Phonebook" 04.
- Choose the desired entry.
Making a Call
- Press the button on the instrument panel. The “Phone” screen 05 appears.
- Select an option:
- "Phonebook": Select name from phonebook.
- "Call Lists": Select from incoming, outgoing, or missed call history.
- "Redial": Dial last outgoing call.
- [Input icon]: Manually input number using the keypad.
Receiving a Call
- To accept: Press the button on the steering wheel or select the green icon on the screen.
- To reject: Press the button on the steering wheel or select the red icon on the screen.
Laws in some communities may restrict text messaging. Check local regulations.
For more information, refer to the "Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems (section 4)" of your Owner's Manual.
Navigation System (if so equipped)
Calculates routes, provides real-time map display and turn-by-turn voice guidance. Recalculates routes if deviated.
- Google™ POIs: Enter destinations using Google search results.
- Google™ Send-to-Car: Send destinations from Google Maps to the Navigation System.
- Hands Free Text Messaging: Send and receive text messages.
- VOL/ON-OFF control dial 01: Adjust volume.
- TUNE knob/AUDIO button 02: Scroll through lists, select menu items.
- MAP button 03: Display current location map.
- NAV button 04: Access Navigation System functions.
- [Brightness icons] 05: Change display brightness (day/night modes). Adjust brightness with TUNE knob. Press and hold to turn display off. Press again to turn on.
- MENU button 06: Access system settings.
- BACK button 07: Return to previous screen.
An account must be registered via Info Services and a compatible Bluetooth® Hands-free phone and subscription service are required. Visit www.nissanusa.com/bluetooth for compatible phone information.
For more information, refer to your Navigation System Owner's Manual.
