[ Edit: 2016/ 11/ 24 Model: E12-A ]
a malfunction. Restart the engine after
driving onto a stable surface.
. If wheels or tires other than the NISSAN
recommended ones are used, the VDC
system may not operate properly and the
VDC warning light
may illuminate.
. The VDC system is not a substitute for winter
tires or tire chains on a snow covered road.
The Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system uses
various sensors to monitor driver inputs and vehicle
motion. Under certain driving conditions, the VDC
system helps to perform the following functions.
. Controls brake pressure to reduce wheel slip on
one slipping drive wheel so power is transferred to
a non slipping drive wheel on the same axle.
. Controls brake pressure and engine output to
reduce drive wheel slip based on vehicle speed
(traction control function).
. Controls brake pressure at individual wheels and
engine output to help the driver maintain control of
the vehicle in the following conditions:
— understeer (vehicle tends to not follow the
steered path despite increased steering input)
— oversteer (vehicle tends to spin due to certain
road or driving conditions).
The VDC system can help the driver to maintain control
of the vehicle, but it cannot prevent loss of vehicle
control in all driving situations.
When the VDC system operates, the VDC warning
light
in the instrument panel flashes so note the
following:
. The road may be slippery or the system may
determine some action is required to help the
vehicle on the steered path.
. You may feel a pulsation in the brake pedal and
hear a noise or vibration from under the hood. This
is normal and indicates that the VDC system is
working properly.
. Adjust your speed and driving to the road
conditions.
If a malfunction occurs in the system, the VDC warning
light
illuminates in the instrument panel. The VDC
system automatically turns off.
The VDC OFF switch is used to turn off the VDC
system. The VDC off indicator light
illuminates to
indicate the VDC system is off. When the VDC OFF
switch is used to turn off the system, the VDC system
still operates to prevent one drive wheel from slipping
by transferring power to a non slipping drive wheel.
The VDC warning light
flashes if this occurs. All
other VDC functions are off and the VDC warning light
will not flash. The VDC system is automatically
reset to on when the ignition switch is placed in the
“OFF” position then back to the “ON” position.
See “Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) warning light”
(P.2-15) and “Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off
indicator light” (P.2-17).
The computer has a built-in diagnostic feature that
tests the system each time you start the engine and
move the vehicle forward or in reverse at a slow speed.
When the self-test occurs, you may hear a “clunk”
noise and/or feel a pulsation in the brake pedal. This is
normal and is not an indication of a malfunction.
VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC) OFF
SWITCH
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The vehicle should be driven with the Vehicle Dynamic
Control (VDC) system ON for most driving conditions.
When the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, the VDC
system reduces the engine output to reduce wheel
spin. The engine speed will be reduced even if the
accelerator is depressed to the floor. If maximum
engine power is needed to free a stuck vehicle, turn
the VDC system off.
To turn off the VDC system, push the VDC OFF switch.
The VDC off indicator light
will illuminate.
Push the VDC OFF switch again or restart the engine
to turn ON the system.
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