NISSAN 2010 Maxima - Quick Reference Guide - Manual (Page 18)

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nOTe: The transmission in your vehicle requires a special fluid available only at your
niSSan dealer. no other fluid will meet the exact requirements of the cVT.
ManuaL SHifT MOde
With the shift lever in the manual shift
gate ds (drive Sport) mode, M (Manual)
mode can be selected by moving the shift
lever up (+) or down (-) or by using the
shift paddles (if so equipped).
in M (Manual) mode, the transmission will
produce noticeable upshifts and downshifts.
in the M (Manual) mode, shift range is displayed in the position indicator. The position
indicator shows a “M.”
When shifting up, move the shift lever to the + (up) side or move the shift paddle (if
so equipped) on the steering wheel to the + (up) side B (shifts to higher range).
When shifting down, move the shift lever to the - (down) side or move the shift
paddle on the steering wheel to the - (down) side A (Shifts to lower range).
in manual shift (M) mode, the transmission automatically shifts down to M1 (first) before the
vehicle comes to a stop. When accelerating again, it is necessary to shift to the desired range.
When canceling the manual shift mode, return the shift lever to the d (drive) mode
position. The transmission returns to the normal automatic driving mode.
TeMPORaRY ManuaL SHifT MOde
With the shift lever in the d (drive) mode, if the shift paddle is moved + (up) or - (down), the
xtronic cVT will temporarily switch to the M (Manual) mode. if the shift paddles are not used
after 5-10 seconds, the transmission will return to the d (drive) mode.
To cancel the M (Manual) mode and return to the d (drive) mode, press and hold either
shift paddle for 3-5 seconds.
VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC) OFF SWITCH
in an emergency, Vdc can help you stay on your steered path. The system uses
various sensors to monitor driver inputs and vehicle motion. if your vehicle begins
to skid or slide, this advanced system can reduce engine output and apply indi-
vidual brake pressure to specific wheels to help you maintain control. Vdc may
need to be temporarily shut off if you are trying to free a vehicle stuck in snow
or mud. Vdc does not prevent accidents due to careless or dangerous driving
techniques. always be mindful of vehicle speed and driving conditions.
Push the Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) OFF switch to deactivate
the Vdc system. The light will illuminate in the instrument panel
gauge area.
Push the Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) OFF switch again to activate the Vdc system.
The light in the instrument panel gauge area will turn off.
The Vdc system is active while the vehicle is running, until the switch is pressed to turn it off.
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