NISSAN 2023 Sentra Owner’s Manual

June 14, 2024
Nissan

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2023 SENTRA

2023 Sentra

NISSAN 2023 Sentra - OVERVIEW COCKPIT OVERVIEW

  1. Low Tire Pressure Warning Light
  2. Vehicle Information Display
  3. Headlight and Turn Signal Switch
  4. Wiper and Washer Switch
  5. Steering Wheel Switches for Audio / Vehicle Information Display
  6. Cruise Control and Bluetooth® Switches
  7. Trunk Release Switch
  8. ECO Mode Switch
  9. Instrument Brightness Control
  10. Trip Computer Reset Switch
  11. Tilt / Telescopic Steering Column

INSTRUMENT PANEL

NISSAN 2023 Sentra - INSTRUMENT PANEL

  1. Power Mirror Switch
  2. Fuel-fi ller Door Release
  3. Hood Release
  4. Audio System
  5. Front Passenger Air Bag Status Light
  6. Heater and Air Conditioner (automatic)
  7. USB Connection Port Interface

Additional information about your vehicle is also available in your Owner’s Manual, NissanConnect® Owner’s Manual and at www.NissanUSA.com.
Please see your Owner’s Manual for important safety information and system operation limitations.

  • A cellular telephone should not be used for any purpose while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation.
  • Always wear your seat belt.
  • Supplemental air bags do not replace proper seat belt usage.
  • Children 12 and under should always ride in the rear seat properly secured in child restraints or seat belts according to their age and weight.
  • Do not drink and drive.

For more information, refer to the “Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system (section 1)”, the “Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems (section 4)” and the “Starting and driving (section 5)” of your Owner’s Manual.

GETTING STARTED

NISSAN INTELLIGENT KEY® SYSTEM
The Nissan Intelligent Key® system allows you to lock or unlock your vehicle, open your trunk and remotely start the engine. It is important to make sure the Intelligent Key is with you (that is, in your pocket or purse).
REMOTE ENGINE START WITH INTELLIGENT CLIMATE CONTROL*NISSAN 2023 Sentra -
INSTRUMENT PANEL (if so equipped)

  • The Remote Engine Start operating range is approximately 197 ft (60 m) from the vehicle. The Remote Engine Start feature will not operate if the Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle. The eff ective operating range may be shorter if there are walls or other obstructions between the key and the vehicle.

  • For Remote Engine Start to function, the vehicle must be in the P (PARK) position with the ignition off and all of the doors must be closed and locked. Please see your Owner’s Manual for additional information.
    To start your vehicle remotely:
    1. Press the button 1 .
    2. Within 5 seconds, press and hold the engine start button 2 for at least 2 seconds.

  • The engine will start, and the parking lights will turn on.

  • Automatic climate control will begin heating or cooling the vehicle depending on the outside temperature. The engine will run for 10 minutes and then turn off .

  • You must wait at least 6 seconds before remotely starting the engine again.

  • Repeat steps 1 and 2 to extend the time for an additional 10-minute period.
    • The vehicle needs to be driven at speeds of 4 MPH (7 km/h) before the remote engine start procedure can be used again.

  • To start driving, depress the brake pedal and push the ignition switch.

LOCKING AND UNLOCKING THE VEHICLE

  • The lock and unlock operating range of the Intelligent Key is within 31.5 in (80 cm) from each request switch (if so equipped).

  • To lock the vehicle, push either door handle request switch once or press the button on the key fob.

  • To unlock the vehicle, perform one of the following procedures:
    • Push either door handle request switch once; the corresponding door will unlock. Push the door handle request switch again within 60 seconds; all other doors will unlock, or

  • Press the button 4 on the key fob to unlock the driver’s side door. Press the button 4 again; all other doors will unlock.

TRUNK LID RELEASE

  • To open the trunk, press and hold the trunk lid release button 5 for more than 0.5 seconds.
  • The trunk lid release button will not operate when the ignition switch is in the ON position.

PANIC ALARM

  • The Intelligent Key can also be used to activate the panic alarm by pressing and holding the   button 6 for more than 0.5 seconds. Once activated, the panic alarm and headlights will stay on for a period of time.
  • Press the button 4 on the key fob to turn the panic alarm off , or push the door request switch if the key is in range.

INTELLIGENT KEY BATTERY DISCHARGE

  • If the Key Battery Low indicator appears in the vehicle information 7 display, replace the battery as soon as possibleNISSAN 2023 Sentra - Battery
  • If the battery of the Intelligent Key is discharged and the indicator appears in the vehicle information display, 7 or if environmental conditions interfere with the Intelligent Key operation, start the engine according to the following procedure:NISSAN 2023 Sentra - operation
  1. Move the shift lever to the P (PARK) position.NISSAN 2023 Sentra - ignition
  2. Firmly apply the foot brake.
  3. Push the ignition switch with the Intelligent Key near, and a chime will sound.
  4. Within 10 seconds after the chime sounds,push the ignition switch while depressing the brake pedal and the engine will start.
    *State laws may apply; review local laws before using.

Please see your Owner’s Manual for important safety information, system limitations, and additional operating and feature information.
For more information, refer to the “Pre-driving checks and adjustments (section 3)”, the “Starting and driving (section 5)” and the “Do-it-yourself (section 8)” of your Owner’s Manual.
FRONT POWER SEAT ADJUSTMENTS
(if so equipped for driver’s seat)

  • To slide the seat forward or backward, push the switch forward or backward.
  • To adjust the angle of the seatback, push the switch forward or backward.

SEAT LIFTER

  • Push the rear end of the 1 switch up or down to adjust 2 the height of the seat 3 cushion.NISSAN 2023 Sentra - ignition 1

POWER LUMBAR SUPPORT

  • To adjust the lumbar area, push the front or back end of the switch .
  • Please see your Owner’s Manual for important safety information, system limitations, and additional operating and feature information.
  • For more information, refer to the “Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system (section 1)” of your Owner’s Manual.

STARTING/STOPPING THE ENGINE
TURNING THE ENGINE ON

  • It is important to make sure the Intelligent Key is with you (that is, in your pocket or purse).

  • Move the shift lever to the P (PARK) position.NISSAN 2023 Sentra - ENGINE

  • Depress the brake pedal.
    • If the brake pedal is not depressed, pushing the ignition switch once enters the
    AUTO ACC mode.
    • If the ignition switch is pushed a second time, the vehicle will enter the ON mode.

  • Push the ignition switch to start the engine.

TURNING THE ENGINE OFF

  • Apply the brake pedal, move the shift lever to the P (PARK) position, apply the parking brake and push the ignition switch.

Please see your Owner’s Manual for important safety information, system limitations, and additional operating and feature information.
For more information, refer to the “Starting and driving (section 5)” of your Owner’s Manual.
OUTSIDE MIRROR CONTROL SWITCH

NISSAN 2023 Sentra - ENGINE 1

  • To select the right or left side mirror, move the control switch 1 right or left.
  • To adjust the mirror angle, push the control switch 2 up, down, right or left.
  • To prevent accidentally moving the mirror, set the control switch 1 to the center (neutral) position.

Please see your Owner’s Manual for important safety information, system limitations, and additional operating and feature information.
For more information, refer to the “Pre-driving checks and adjustments (section 3)” of your Owner’s Manual.
EMERGENCY CALL (SOS) BUTTON (if so equipped)

NISSAN 2023 Sentra - BUTTON

  • The Emergency Call (SOS) feature requires a NissanConnect® Services subscription.
  • With a paid subscription, it can be used to call for assistance in case of an emergency.
  • To use this feature, push the switch cover to release, then press the SOS button 1 on the overhead console.
  • For additional information, or to enroll your vehicle, refer to www.NissanUSA.com/connect or call 855-426-6628.

Please see your Owner’s Manual for important safety information, system limitations, and additional operating and feature information.
For more information, refer to the 1 Instruments and controls (section 2)” of your Owner’s Manual or refer to the 2 Information (section 5) 3 of your 4 NissanConnect® 5 Owner’s Manual.NISSAN 2023 Sentra -
CONDITIONER HEATER AND AIR CONDITIONER (automatic) (if so equipped)

  1. AUTO BUTTON/DRIVER’S SIDE TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL
    The automatic mode may be used year-round. Press the AUTO button to turn the system on, and the system will automatically control the inside temperature (automatic cooling and/or dehumidifi ed heating), air flow distribution and fan speed.
    Turn the driver’s side temperature control dial to the left for cooler air or to the right for warmer air.

  2. bPress the SYNC button to turn the passenger’s side temperature controls on or off . This will allow the passenger’s side temperature to be adjusted independently from the driver’s side by turning the passenger’s side temperature control dial.
    Turn the passenger’s side temperature control dial to the left for cooler air or to the right for warmer air.

  3. DEFROSTING/DEFOGGING FRONT AND SIDE WINDOWS
    Press the front defroster button to turn on the system. This feature removes humidity from the air.
    To defrost the front and side windows, set the temperature control 1 and fan speed control 6 to their maximum settings.

  4. REAR WINDOW AND OUTSIDE MIRROR (if so equipped) DEFROSTER SWITCH
    Push the rear window defroster switch to turn the system on or off .
    This function automatically turns off after approximately 15 minutes.

  5. ON•OFF BUTTON
    Press the ON•OFF button to turn the climate control system on or off .

  6. FAN SPEED CONTROL BUTTONS
    Press the left   button to decrease fan speed or the right   button to increase fan speed.

  7. AIR FLOW CONTROL BUTTON
    Press the air fl ow control button to cycle through the following air flow outlets:
    Air flows from the center and side vents.
    Air flows from the center, side and foot outlets.
    Air flows mainly from the foot outlets.
    Air flows from the front defroster and foot outlets.

  8. A/C BUTTON
    Press the A/C button to turn the air conditioner system on or off . This system helps cool and dehumidify the air inside the cabin and defog the windows.

  9. AIR RECIRCULATION BUTTON
    Press the air recirculation button to recirculate interior air inside the vehicle. This system is used to avoid certain outside odors and to help adjust the inside vehicle temperature more eff ectively.
    The air recirculation mode cannot be activated when the climate control system is in the front defroster mode , or foot and front defroster mode

Please see your Owner’s Manual for important safety information, system limitations, and additional operating and feature information.
For more information, refer to the “Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems (section 4)” of your Owner’s Manual.

HEADLIGHT CONTROL SWITCH
HEADLIGHT CONTROL

  • Turn the headlight control switch to the    position to turn on the front parking, side marker, tail, license plate and instrument panel lights. Turn the switch to the   position to turn on the headlights.NISSAN 2023 Sentra - headlight

AUTOLIGHT SYSTEM

  • The autolight system will automatically turn the headlights on when it is dark and off when it is light. The system will keep the headlights on for a period of time after you turn the ignition off and all doors are closed.
  • To activate the autolight system, turn the headlight control switch to the AUTO position then place the ignition switch in the ON position. To deactivate the autolight system, turn the headlight control switch to the OFF   position,  position or position

HIGH BEAM SELECT

  • With the headlights ON (either in the AUTO or  position), push the headlight control 4 switch forward to select the high beam function. The blue indicator light will   illuminate in the meter. Pull the headlight switch 5 back to the original position to select the low  beam. The indicator light will turn off .NISSAN 2023 Sentra - AUTO
  • Pull and release the headlight control switch to fl ash the headlight high beams on and off .

FOG LIGHT SWITCH (if so equipped)

  • The headlights must be on and the low beams selected for the fog lights to operate.
  • Turn the 6 switch (inside collar) to the  position to turn on the fog lights.
  • Turn the switch (inside collar) to the OFF position to turn off the fog lights.NISSAN 2023 Sentra - FOG

LANE CHANGE SIGNAL

  • Move the lever up or down until the turn signal begins to flash but the lever does not latch to signal a lane change. Hold the lever until the lane change is completed.
  • Move the lever up or down until the turn signal begins to flash but the lever does not latch and release the lever. The turn signal will automatically flash three times.

Choose the appropriate method to 1 signal a lane change based on the road and traffic 2 conditions.
Please see 3 your Owner’s Manual for important safety information, system limitations, and additional operating and feature information.
For more information, refer to the 4 Instruments and controls (section 2) 5 of your Owner’s Manual.
WIPER AND WASHER SWITCHNISSAN 2023 Sentra - WASHER Move the lever to one of the following positions to operate the windshield wipers:
1   Mist — One sweep operation of the front wipers.
2 Intermittent  Wipers operate intermittently, and the speed can be adjusted by twisting the time control ring to increase or decrease wiper speed.
3 Low  Wipers operate at a continuous low-speed.
4 High  Wipers operate at a continuous high-speed.
6 Washer   Pull the lever toward you 6 to activate the washer. The wipers will operate several times.
Please see your Owner’s Manual for important safety information, system limitations, and additional operating and feature information.
For more information, refer to the “Instruments and controls (section 2)” and the “Do-it-your self (section 8)” of your Owner’s Manual.

VEHICLE INFORMATION DISPLAY
The vehicle information display displays items 6 such asNISSAN 2023
Sentra - operate

  • Vehicle settings
  • Drive computer information
  • Drive system warnings and settings
  • Cruise control information
  • Nissan Intelligent Key® operation information
  • Indicators and warnings
  • Tire pressure information
  • Audio information
  • Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone information

USING THE VEHICLE INFORMATION DISPLAY
The vehicle information display can be changed using the OK button , the or . .buttons. . .and the button .located on the 5   steering wheel.NISSAN
2023 Sentra - TRIP RESET RESETTING THE DRIVE COMPUTER

  1. Press the  and  buttons on the steering wheel until you reach the desired drive computer mode.
  2. Press and hold the OK button to reset the selected mode. To reset TRIP A or TRIP B, go to the desired mode by pressing the TRIP RESET button and select the desired odometer.

The Settings menu allows you to change the  information displayed in the vehicle informationdisplay such as:

VDC Setting
Assistance
Maintenance
Factory Reset
ECO Mode Setting| Driver
Clock
Unit/Language
Vehicle Settings| TPMS Settings
Customize Display
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Please see your Owner’s Manual for important safety information, system limitations, and additional operating and feature information.
For more information, refer to the “Instruments and controls (section 2)” of your Owner’s Manual.NISSAN 2023 Sentra - PRESSURE

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) WITH EASY-FILL TIRE ALERT

  • The low tire pressure warning light and a Tire Pressure Low – Add Air warning will illuminate when one or more tires are low in pressure and air is needed.
  • Current tire pressure of all tires (except the spare) may be visible on the Tire Pressure screen within the vehicle information display when the vehicle is driven at speeds above 16 mph (25 km/h).
  • Adjust the tire pressure to the recommended tire pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label located in the driver’s door opening.
  • When the low tire pressure warning light fl ashes for approximately 1 minute and then remains on, the TPMS is not functioning properly. It is recommended that you have the system checked by a Nissan dealer.

EASY-FILL TIRE ALERT
When adding air to an under-infl ated tire, the TPMS with Easy-Fill Tire Alert provides visual and audible signals to help you infl ate the tire to the recommended tire pressure.
To use the Easy-Fill Tire Alert:

  1. Move the shift lever to the P (PARK) position and apply the parking brake.
  2. Place the ignition switch in the ON position. Do not start the engine.
  3. Add air to the under-infl ated tire, and within a few seconds, the hazard warning lights will start flashing.
  4. When the designated tire pressure is reached, the horn will beep once and the hazard warning flashers will stop.
  5. Repeat this procedure for any additional under-infl ated tires.

Please see your Owner’s Manual for important safety information, system limitations, and additional operating and feature information.
For more information, refer to the “Instruments and controls (section 2)”, the “Starting and driving (section 5)”, the “In case of emergency (section 6)”, the “Do-it-yourself (section 8)” and the “Technical and consumer information (section 10)” of your Owner’s Manual.
LOOSE FUEL CAP

  • A Loose Fuel Cap warning message will appear in the vehicle information display when the fuel-filler cap is not tightened correctly.
  • To tighten, turn the cap clockwise until a single click is heard.NISSAN 2023 Sentra - LOOSE FUEL CAP
  • The warning message will turn off when the vehicle detects the fuel-fi ller cap is properly tightened and the OK button , located on the steering wheel, is pressed.
  • If the cap is not properly tightened, the Malfunction Indicator Light may illuminate.

FUEL-FILLER DOOR

  • The fuel-fi ller door release is located to the left of the steering wheel below the instrument panel.
  • To open the fuel-fi ller door, pull the fuel-fi ller door release .
  • The fuel-fi ller door is located on the passenger’s side at the rear of the vehicle.NISSAN 2023 Sentra - FILLER DOOR

Please see your Owner’s Manual for important safety information, system limitations, and additional operating and feature information.
For more information, refer to the “Pre-driving checks and adjustments (section 3)” of your Owner’s Manual.

TRUNK LID RELEASE SWITCH
Use one of the following methods to unlatch the trunk lid then raise the lid to open the trunk:

  • Push the trunk opener request switch , located under the trunk handle in the center, for more than 1 second. The doors must be unlocked or the Nissan Intelligent Key® must be with you (that is, in your pocket or purse).NISSAN 2023 Sentra - Intelligent
  • Press the  button on the key fob for more than 0.5 seconds.NISSAN 2023 Sentra - button
  • Push the trunk lid release switch down.The trunk lid release switch is located to the left of the steering wheel.NISSAN 2023 Sentra - adjustments

AUDIO AND BLUETOOTH® SYSTEMS

CLOCK SET/ADJUSTMENT
To adjust the time and the appearance of the clock on the display:NISSAN
2023 Sentra - MENU

  1.  Press the MENU button on the control panel.
  2. Touch the Settings key on the Launch Bar.
  3. Touch the “Clock” key.

Select “Set the clock manually” to manually adjust the time displayed.
Touch the key to return to the previous screen.

USB CONNECTION PORT INTERFACE

  • The USB connection ports are located inside the center console.NISSAN 2023 Sentra - USB
  • When a compatible USB memory device or auxiliary device is plugged into the USB port/ AUX jack, compatible audio fi les stored on the device can be played through the vehicle’s audio system.

BLUETOOTH® HANDS-FREE PHONE SYSTEM
BLUETOOTH® HANDS-FREE PHONE SYSTEM
NISSAN 2023 Sentra -
PHONE

  • A cellular telephone should not be used while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation.
  • For information regarding connecting your cellular phone, refer to the connecting procedure within this guide.

SYSTEM OPERATING TIPSNISSAN 2023 Sentra -
MICROPHONES

  • Press the button on the steering wheel to interrupt the voice prompts at any time and speak a command after the tone.
  • To use the system faster, you may speak the second level commands with the main menu command on the main menu. For example, press the button on the steering wheel, and after the tone, say “redial”.
  • The “Help” command can be used to hear a list of available commands at any time.
  • Reduce background noise as much as possible by closing windows and pointing the heater and air conditioner vents away from the ceiling.
  • Speak naturally without long pauses and without raising your voice.
  • To cancel a Nissan Voice Recognition session, press and hold the or button on the steering wheel, or on the control panel.
  • To decrease or increase the volume of the voice prompts, push the volume control switches or on the steering wheel – or+ turn the VOL (volume) control knob on the control panel while the system is responding.
  • Voice commands can be used to operate various Bluetooth® system features using the Nissan Voice Recognition System.  See your NissanConnect®Owner’s Manual for detailed information.
  • For more detailed information and instructions, refer to your cellular  phone’s Owner’s Manual and visit www.NissanUSA.com/bluetooth.

CONNECTING PROCEDURE

  1. Select the “Menu” key on the Launch Bar.NISSAN 2023 Sentra - Recognition
  2. Select the Settings key on the Launch Bar.NISSAN 2023 Sentra - Bar
  3. Touch the “Connections” key .
  4. Touch the “Bluetooth” tab and touch “Add New”.
  5. Follow the instructions on the screen. If a PIN appears on the screen, operate the Bluetooth® device to enter/confi rm the PIN.

VEHICLE PHONEBOOK
To access the vehicle phonebook:

  1. Press the button on the steering wheel or touch the key on the launch bar.
  2. Touch the “Phonebook” key .
  3. Choose the desired entry from the displayed list.NISSAN 2023 Sentra - Bluetooth

MAKING A CALL

  1. Press the   button on the Launch Bar. The “Phone” screen will appear on the display. NISSAN 2023 Sentra - Launch Bar
  2. Select one of the options to make a call.

RECEIVING/ENDING A CALL

  • To accept the incoming call, either:NISSAN 2023 Sentra - Launch Bar 1 • Press the   button on the steering wheel, or
    • Touch the  Answer key on the screen.

  • To end or reject an incoming call, either:
    • Press and hold the button on the steering wheel, or
    • Touch the Decline key on the screen.

SWITCH TO HANDSET

  • Start the call using Bluetooth® hands-free phone and touch “Use Handset” on the screen to use the handset (cellular phone).NISSAN 2023 Sentra -SiriusXM®

FM/AM/SiriusXM® RADIO (if so equipped)
Touch the  Audio key on the Launch Bar to display the current audio source, and then touch the ”Source” key to access the source selection screen.

  1. PUSH (ON•OFF) BUTTON/VOL (volume) CONTROL KNOB
    Press the  (ON•OFF) button to turn the audio system on or off .
    Turn the VOL (volume) control knob right or left to increase or decrease the volume.

  2. PUSH SOUND BUTTON/TUNE•SCROLL KNOB
    Press the PUSH SOUND button to cycle through the audio settings individually and use the TUNE•SCROLL knob to adjust the current setting.
    Touch the  Settings key on the Launch Bar and then touch the “Sound” key to view all audio settings.
    To manually tune the radio, turn the TUNE•SCROLL knob left or right.

  3. AUDIO (SOURCE) BUTTON
    Pressing this button will give access to the AM, FM, SXM, USB1, USB2, BT Audio or AUX audio source.
    Twelve memory stations can be set for the FM band, six for the AM band and 18 for satellite radio. These appear at the bottom of the screen when one of these sources is selected.
    To store a station in a preset, you must fi rst select a radio band by touching the ”AM” key, “FM” key, or “SXM” key, then tune to the desired AM, FM or satellite radio station. Next, press and hold the desired station preset key until you hear a beep. The channel indicator will then display, and the sound will resume. Programing is now complete.
    To retrieve a previously set station, select the radio band where the preset was stored then press the corresponding station select key.

APPLE CARPLAY®

  • Apple CarPlay® lets you use your compatible iPhone® to make calls, listen to music, send and receive messages, get directions and use iPhone apps directly from your vehicle display.

  • Connect your compatible iPhone to the USB connection port located beneath the climate controls.
    • Depending on the setting, the startup information screen will appear on the center display.
    • Touch “Yes” then “OK” to use Apple CarPlay.
    • After the iPhone is connected, the Apple CarPlay home screen will appear, and the iPhone functions displayed on the screen can be operated by the in- vehicle system.

  • While connected to Apple CarPlay, Siri® operation can be accessed.

  • There are two ways to start a Siri session:
    1. Press and hold the button on the steering wheel.
    2. Touch and hold the  or key  on the lower left corner of the Apple CarPlay screen.

  • Press the button on the steering wheel or  touch the  orkey on the lower left corner of the Apple CarPlay screen to end the Siri session.NISSAN 2023 Sentra - steering

  • Keep the interior of the vehicle as quiet as possible. Close the windows to eliminate the surrounding noises (traffi c noises, vibration sounds, etc.) and point the heater and air conditioner vents away from the ceiling, which may prevent the system from recognizing the voice commands correctly.

  • Some Siri functions may not be available during driving.

  • For functions that can be used with Siri, please refer to the Apple® website.NISSAN 2023 Sentra - driving

  • To exit the Apple CarPlay screen, press the MENU button on the control panel.

  • To return to the  Apple CarPlay screen from the main menu:
    • Touch the Apple CarPlay key , or
    • Touch the Info key on the Launch Bar, touch the “Smartphone Connection” key, and then select the “Apple CarPlay” key.

  • Nissan Phone menu and Nissan Voice Recognition cellular phone commands will not be available when Apple CarPlay is active.

ANDROID AUTO™
Android Auto™ connects with your compatible Android® phone to control your phone, apps and navigation directly from your vehicle display.
INITIAL SETUP
Download the Android Auto app from the Google Play™ store to your compatible Android phone.
Launch the app from your Android phone and follow the directions for setting up the application. Several permissions will need to be given to the app for Android Auto to fully function on your in-vehicle system.
USING ANDROID AUTO
To connect your Android phone to the in-vehicle system, you must connect a USB cable to the USB connection port located beneath the climate controls.

  • Depending on the setting, the startup information screen will appear on the center display.

  • Touch “Yes” then “OK” to use Android Auto.

  • After the cellular phone is connected, the Android Auto home screen will appear and can be operated by the in-vehicle system.

  • When connected to Android Auto, Google Assistant™ operation can be accessed.

  • There are three ways to start Google Assistant™:
    1. Press and hold the   button on the steering wheel until a beep is heard.
    2. Touch the key on the launch bar.
    3. Say “OK Google” (requires appropriate permissions enabled via cellular phone).

  • To return to the Android Auto home screen after operation, touch the key on the Launch Bar.

  • To exit the Android Auto screen, touch the key on the Launch Bar and then touch the exit key.NISSAN 2023 Sentra - appropriate

  • To return to the Android Auto home screen from the main menu:
    • Touch the   key on the Launch Bar, or
    • Touch the Info key  on the Launch Bar, touch the “Smartphone Connection” key, and then touch the “Android Auto” key.

  • NISSAN 2023 Sentra - “SmartphoneNissan Phone menu and Nissan Voice Recognition cellular phone commands will not be available when Android Auto is active.

  • If you have diffi culties with connection or performance, try a diff erent USB cable.

*HANDS-FREE TEXT MESSAGING ASSISTANTNISSAN 2023 Sentra -
MESSAGING**

  • This system allows for sending and receiving text messages through the vehicle’s interface.
  • Using predefi ned or custom messages, send a text to an entry stored in your Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System.
  • Once enabled, the text message, sender and delivery time are shown on the control panel display when the vehicle speed is less than 5 mph (8 km/h).
  • Text messages have the option of being read aloud at all vehicle speeds.
  • Many cellular phones may require special permission to enable text messaging. Check the cellular phone’s screen during Bluetooth® pairing. For some cellular phones, you need to enable “Notifi cations” in the cellular phone’s Bluetooth® menu for text messages to appear on the touch-screen display. For more information and instructions, refer to your cellular phone’s Owner’s Manual.
  • Text message integration requires that the cellular phone support Message Access Profi le (MAP) for both receiving and sending text messages. Some cellular phones may not support all text messaging features. Please see www.NissanUSA.com/bluetooth for compatibility information as well as your device’s Owner’s Manual.

BLUETOOTH® STREAMING AUDIO

  • If you have a compatible Bluetooth® device with streaming audio (A2DP profi le), you can set up the wireless connection between your Bluetooth® device and your vehicle’s audio system. This connection allows you to listen to audio from the Bluetooth® device using your vehicle’s speakers.
  • A cellular phone should not be used while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation.
  • If the device needs to be connected, refer to the connecting procedure within this guide.
  • To use Bluetooth® streaming audio:
    • Touch the  Audio key on the Launch Bar, then touch the “BT Audio” key.

NISSAN 2023 Sentra - speakersPlease see your Owner’s Manual for important safety information, system limitations, and additional operating and feature information.
For more information, refer to the “Audio system (section 3)” of your NissanConnect® Owner’s Manual or please visit www.NissanUSA.com/bluetooth.

SIRI® EYES FREE (if so equipped)

  • If you have a compatible iPhone® with Siri®, you can link your iPhone to the Siri Eyes Free function in your vehicle’s Bluetooth® system.
  • If you have a compatible iPhone connected to the system, press and hold the button  on the steering wheel for a few seconds and Siri will be activated in Eyes Free mode.NISSAN 2023 Sentra - FREE

NISSANCONNECT® SERVICES

POWERED by SiriusXM®
(if so equipped)
NissanConnect® Services is a collection of security and convenience services that add innovation to your daily drive.
If equipped, your vehicle may include NissanConnect connected features and services such as Emergency SOS Calling, Automatic Collision Notifi cation, Wi- Fi, Remote Services, Navigation, Bluetooth® and more. For complete information
about your NissanConnect features and services, please consult your vehicle’s NissanConnect Owner’s Manual at https://owners.nissanusa.com/nowners/navigation/manualsGuide. For frequently asked questions, please visit www.nissanusa.com/connect/faq.

  • To enroll in NissanConnect Services, create an account or log into your Nissan Owner Portal with your Vehicle Identifi cation Number or VIN. Under the NissanConnect Services tab, select the red button next to Manage Subscription.
    Follow the prompts to enroll in NissanConnect Services. Next, download the NissanConnect Services companion app and log into it using your Nissan Owner Portal ID and password.

For full details on NissanConnect Services or to enroll your vehicle, please visit www.NissanUSA.com/connect.
Some of the available NissanConnect Services include:

  • Automatic Collision Notifi cation – A service that generates an automatic connection between the vehicle and the Emergency Response Center when the vehicle has been involved in an accident that was severe enough to deploy the air bags.
  • Emergency Call – Which connects you to a live response specialist who will assist in the dispatch of emergency services to the vehicle location. To use this feature, press the SOS button on the overhead console. The SOS button should only be used in emergency situations or in conjunction with the Roadside Assistance feature, if warranted.
  • Wi-Fi Hotspot – Enables you to connect up to seven devices to the vehicle and access the Internet when a service provider’s subscription is active.NISSAN 2023 Sentra - connect

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  • Press the  MENU button on the control panel.
  • Touch the Info key .
  • Touch the “NissanConnect Services” key

DRIVING FEATURES

  • A camera and sensor support forward driving aids for your vehicle. The camera sensor is located above the inside mirror and the radar sensor is located on the front of the vehicle .NISSAN 2023 Sentra - Driving

  • Forward Driving Aid systems (if so equipped) supported by these sensors include, but are not limited to:NISSAN 2023 Sentra - Driving 1 • Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) with Pedestrian Detection
    • Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)
    • Intelligent Forward Collision Warning (I-FCW)

  • The “Forward Driving Aids temporarily disabled Front Sensor blocked See Owner’s Manual” warning may illuminate if the front radar sensor is obstructed.

  • The warning light may illuminate and blink if the front camera sensor is obstructed.

  • Front sensor areas may become obstructed due to mud, dirt, ice, and inclement weather (rain, fog, snow, etc).

  • If the warning message appears, stop the vehicle in a safe place, place the shift lever in the P (PARK) position, and turn the engine off . Clean the sensor areas and restart the engine. If the message and light continue to appear after cleaning sensor areas, it may mean that forward driving aids are not functioning properly. It is recommended that you have the systems checked by a Nissan dealer.

BLIND SPOT WARNING (BSW) WITH REAR CROSS TRAFFIC ALERT (RCTA)NISSAN 2023
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  • An indicator located near the outside mirrors will illuminate if the radar sensors detect a vehicle in the detection zone.
  • The BSW system helps to alert the driver when another vehicle moves into the vehicle’s detection zone.
  • If the turn signal is turned on with a vehicle in the detection zone the side indicator light will flash.
  • The indicator will illuminate after the ignition switch is in the ON position and the BSW system is enabled. This indicates that the BSW system is operational.
  • The RCTA system helps to alert the driver of an approaching vehicle when the driver is backing out of a parking space. The system operates when the shift lever is in the R (REVERSE) position and the vehicle speed is less than approximately 5 mph (8 km/h).
  • The radar sensors detect an approaching vehicle from up to 66 ft (20 m). The sensors are located on both sides near the rear bumper. The system gives visual and audible warnings if an approaching vehicle is detected.
  • The BSW with RCTA system can be turned on or off through the “Driver Assistance” screen in the vehicle information display.

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  • The RAB system can assist the driver when the vehicle is backing up and approaching objects directly behind the vehicle.
  • The RAB system will function when the shift lever is in the R (REVERSE) position and the vehicle speed is less than approximately 5 mph (8 km/h).
  • If a risk of a collision with an obstacle is detected when your vehicle is backing up, the RAB system indicator light will flash in the vehicle information display.
  • A red frame will appear in the center display (for vehicles equipped with the Intelligent Around View Monitor system). The system will chime three times and the brakes will be applied automatically. The driver must depress the brake pedal to maintain brake pressure.
  • The RAB system can be turned on and off through the “Driver Assistance” screen in the vehicle information display.

LANE DEPARTURE WARNING (LDW)

  • The LDW system can help alert the driver when the vehicle is traveling too close to either the left or the right side of a traveling lane.
  • The system will operate when the vehicle is driven at speeds of approximately 37 mph (60 km/h) and above and only when the lane markings are clearly visible on the road.
  • When the vehicle approaches either the left or the right side of the traveling lane, the LDW system will alert the driver through the steering wheel (vibration) and the LDW indicator on the instrument panel will blink orange to alert the driver.
  • The LDW system can be turned on and off through the “Driver Assistance” screen in the vehicle information display.

INTELLIGENT CRUISE CONTROL (ICC) (if so equipped)
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  • To set Vehicle-To-Vehicle Distance Control mode, push the ICC switch on the steering wheel. The ICC indicators  will illuminate.

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  • Push down on the SET- switch on the steering wheel and release it. ICC will be set to the desired speed.

  • Push the distance switch on the steering wheel repeatedly to change the set distance between long, middle and short.

  • This indicator indicates the ICC system status depending on a color:
    • ICC system ON indicator (white): Indicates that the ICC switch is on.
    • ICC system SET indicator (green): Indicates that the cruising speed is set.
    • ICC system warning (orange): Indicates that there is a malfunction in the ICC system.

  • To reset at a faster cruising speed, push and hold the RES+ switch on the steering wheel. When the vehicle attains the desired speed, release the switch.

  • To reset at a slower cruising speed, push and hold the SET- switch on the steering wheel. Release the switch when the vehicle slows to the desired speed.

  • To cancel the preset speed, push the CANCEL switch on the steering wheel or tap the brake pedal. The set vehicle speed indicator 2 will turn off .

  • To turn off ICC, push the ICC switch on the steering wheel. The ICC indicators in the instrument panel will turn off .

CONVENTIONAL (FIXED SPEED) CRUISE CONTROL MODE

  • To choose the conventional (fi xed speed) cruise control mode, push the ICC switch for longer than approximately 1.5 seconds.

CRUISE CONTROL (if so equipped)

  • The cruise control system enables you to set a constant cruising speed once the vehicle has reached 25 mph (40 km/h). The system will automatically maintain the set speed until you tap the brake pedal, accelerate, cancel or turn off the system.
  • To activate the cruise control, push the cruise control switch on the steering wheel. The CRUISE indicator light will appear in the vehicle information display screen.
  • To set a cruising speed, accelerate the vehicle to the desired speed, push the SET- switch on the steering wheel and release. A indicator light in the instrument panel will illuminate, and the set speed will display next to the indicator light. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. Your vehicle will maintain the set speed.NISSAN 2023 Sentra - appear
  • To reset at a faster cruising speed, push and hold the RES+ switch on the steering wheel. When the vehicle attains the desired speed, release the switch.
  • To reset at a slower cruising speed, push and hold the SET- switch on the steering wheel. Release the switch when the vehicle slows to the desired speed.
  • To cancel the preset speed, tap the brake pedal or push the CANCEL switch  on the steering wheel.
  • To turn off cruise control, push the CANCEL switch on the steering wheel. The indicator light in the instrument panel will turn off .

AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING (AEB) WITH PEDESTRIAN DETECTION SYSTEM

  • The AEB with Pedestrian Detection system can assist the driver when there is a risk of a forward collision with a vehicle or pedestrian ahead in the traveling lane.
  • The AEB system will function when your vehicle is driven at speeds above approximately 3 mph (5 km/h). For the pedestrian detection function, the AEB system operates at speeds between 6-37 mph (10-60 km/h).
  • If a risk of a forward collision is detected, the AEB with Pedestrian Detection system will provide a warning to the driver by fl ashing the vehicle ahead detection indicator in the vehicle information display and providing an audible alert.
  • If the driver applies the brakes quickly and forcefully after the warning, and the AEB with Pedestrian Detection system detects that there is still the possibility of a forward collision, the system will automatically increase the braking force.
  • If the driver does not take action, the AEB with Pedestrian Detection system issues the second visual (fl ashing) (red) 2 and audible warning. If the driver releases the accelerator pedal, then the system applies partial braking.
  • If the risk of collision becomes imminent, the AEB with Pedestrian Detection system applies harder braking automatically.

REARVIEW MONITORNISSAN 2023 Sentra - MONITOR When the shift lever is shifted into the R (REVERSE) position, the monitor display shows a rearward view from the vehicle. The colored guide lines on the display screen indicate vehicle width and approximate distances to objects with reference to the vehicle body line.

  • Red 1.5 ft (0.5 m)
  • Yellow 3 ft (1 m)
  • Green 7 ft (2 m)

DRIVE MODES
NORMAL

  • Normal drive mode is recommended for normal, everyday driving and is the default mode of your vehicle.
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  • ECO drive mode is recommended to help maximize fuel economy. Performance may be reduced.
    • Push the ECO mode switch 1 on the instrument panel to activate.
    • The ECO mode indicator light will illuminate in the vehicle information display.

Helpful Resources
Below is a list of helpful resources that can be used to learn more about the vehicle’s systems and feature operations.

  • Vehicle Owner’s Manual
  • NissanConnect® Manual (if so equipped)
  • Printed Quick Reference Guide (this document)
  • www.NissanUSA.com/bluetooth 
  • www.NissanUSA.com/connect
  • www.youtube.com/user/NissanUSA
  • Nissan Consumer Aff airs: 1-800-647-7261
  • Electronic Quick Reference Guide (Use Quick Response (QR) code or URL below.)
  • Nissan Quick Guide (available in the App Store® or Google Play™ store for download to your smartphone)
  • GENUINE NISSAN ACCESSORIES www.nissan-techinfo.com Reference this site for accessory instructions to help ensure safe and proper installation or removal of the accessory. From the home page, select Accessory Instructions.

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This Quick Reference Guide is intended to provide an overview of some of the unique features of your new vehicle. Please see your Owner’s Manual for important safety information and system operation limitations.
Features and equipment in your vehicle may vary depending on model, trim level, options selected, order, date of production, region or availability. Therefore, you may fi nd information about features or equipment that are not included or installed on your vehicle.
All information, specifi cations and illustrations in this Quick Reference Guide are those in eff ect at the time of printing. NISSAN reserves the right to change specifi cations, performance, design or component suppliers without notice and without obligation. From time to time, NISSAN may update or revise this Quick Reference Guide to provide owners with the most accurate information currently available. Please carefully read and retain, with this Quick Reference Guide, all revision updates sent to you by NISSAN to ensure you have access to accurate and up-to-date information regarding your vehicle. Current versions of vehicle Quick Reference Guides, Owner’s Manuals and any updates can also be found in the Owner section of the NISSAN website at https://owners.nissanusa.com/nowners/navigation/manualsGuide. If you have questions concerning any information in your Owner’s Manual, contact NISSAN Consumer Aff airs. See the NISSAN CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAM page in the Owner’s Manual for contact information.

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