Clutch interlock (clutch start) switch, If so equipped) -31 – NISSAN 2008 Xterra User Manual

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When the E-Lock switch is turned ON, the indi-

cator light will flash until the system engages.

However, if all operation conditions listed above

are not met or the system becomes disengaged,

the indicator light will continue to flash.
The Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) system is disabled

and the ABS light illuminates when the E-Lock

system is ON. Also, the Vehicle Dynamic Control

(VDC) system is disabled and the VDC light

illuminates when the E-Lock system is ON.
See “Electronic locking rear differential (E-Lock)

system” in the “Starting and Driving” section for

further explanation and system limitations.

WARNING

Never leave the E-Lock system ON

when driving on paved or hard-surfaced

roads. Turning the vehicle may result in

the rear wheels slipping and result in an

accident and personal injury. After us-

ing the E-Lock system to free the ve-

hicle, turn the system OFF.

Use the E-Lock system only when free-

ing a stuck vehicle. Try the 4LO position

before using the E-Lock system. Never

use the E-Lock system on a slippery

road surface such as snow or ice sur-

face. Using the E-Lock system when

driving in these road conditions may

cause unexpected movement of the ve-

hicle during engine braking, accelerat-

ing or turning, which may result in an

accident and serious personal injury.

CAUTION

After using the E-Lock system, turn the

switch OFF to prevent possible damage

to driveline components from extended

use.

Do not drive over 12 MPH (20 km/h)

when the system is engaged. Doing so

could result in possible damage to the

driveline.

Do not turn on the E-lock system while

the tires are spinning. Doing so could

damage drivetrain components.

WARNING

Pay special attention to your surround-

ings when using the clutch interlock

switch. The vehicle will move forward or

backward according to the gear selected.

The clutch interlock (clutch start) switch allows

for starting the engine without depressing the

clutch pedal. This feature helps you restart the

engine if it stops under difficult conditions. (For

example, the engine stops on a steep hill and a

slight movement forward or backward might be

dangerous.)

WIC0817

CLUTCH INTERLOCK (clutch start)

SWITCH (if so equipped)

Instruments and controls

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2008 Xterra (xtr)

Owners Manual—USA_English (nna)
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