Lift gate
- Always be sure the lift gate has been closed securely to prevent it from opening while driving.
- Do not drive with the lift gate open.
This could allow dangerous exhaust gases to be drawn into the vehicle.
See “Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide)” in the “5. Starting and driving” section of this manual.
- Make sure that all passengers have their hands, etc. inside the vehicle before closing the lift gate.
Lift gate
To open the lift gate, unlock it and push the opener switch A . Pull up the lift gate to open.
The lift gate can be unlocked by:
- pushing the unlock button 
on the
keyfob or the Intelligent Key (if so equipped) twice.
- pushing the lift gate request switch (if so equipped).
- pushing the power door lock switch to the unlock position.
- inserting the key into the driver’s door key cylinder and turning it to the rear of the vehicle twice.
To close the lift gate, pull down until it securely locks.
Lift gate release
Lift gate release
If the lift gate cannot be opened due to a discharged battery, follow these steps.
1. Remove the cover inside of the lift gate with a suitable tool.
2. Move the lever toward the direction A as illustrated to open the lift gate.
Have the vehicle checked by a NISSAN dealer.
See also:
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system
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 ...
Cockpit
1. Heated steering wheel switch
2. Power lift gate switch (Hardtop models) or
trunk lid release switch (CrossCabriolet models)
3. Warning systems switch
- Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system
- ...
Towing load/specification
1: All towing above 1,000 lb (454 kg) requires the use of trailer brakes.
NISSAN recommends the use of a
tandem axle trailer whenever towing above 3,000 lb (1,361 kg).
2: A sway control device i ...