Nissan Sentra Owners Manual: Manual transmission (if so equipped)
The ignition switch includes a device that helps prevent accidental removal of the key while driving.
The key can only be removed when the ignition switch is in the LOCK position.
On manual transmission models, to turn the ignition key to LOCK position from ACC or ON position, turn the key to OFF, push the key in, then turn the key to LOCK.
In order for the steering wheel to be locked, it must be turned about 1/8 of a turn clockwise from the straight up position.
To lock the steering wheel, turn the key to the LOCK position. Remove the key. To unlock the steering wheel, insert the key and turn it gently while rotating the steering wheel slightly right and left.
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) (if so equipped)
The ignition lock is designed so that the ignition
switch cannot be turned to the LOCK position
until the shift lever is moved to the P (Park)
position.
When moving the ignition switch to t ...
Key positions
LOCK: Normal parking position (0)
OFF: (Not used) (1)
ACC: (Accessories) (2)
This position activates electrical accessories
such as the radio when the engine is not running.
ON: Normal operatin ...
Other materials:
Basic inspection
Diagnosis and repair work flow
Work flow
OVERALL SEQUENCE
DETAILED FLOW
1.GET INFORMATION FOR SYMPTOM
Get detailed information from the customer about the symptom (the
condition and the environment when
the incident/malfunction occurs).
Check operation condition of the function th ...
NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system
The NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer system will not
allow the engine to start without the use of the
registered key.
If the engine fails to start using a registered key
(for example, when interference is caused by
another registered key, an automated toll road
device or automatic payment device o ...
Component parts
STARTING SYSTEM (WITH INTELLIGENT KEY)
Component Parts Location
Starter motor
Transmission range switch (CVT Models)
IPDM E/R (view with air inlet duct
removed)
Clutch interlock switch (M/T Models)
ECM
BCM (view under instrument panel,
left side of vehicle)
Component Descri ...
