Pre-driving checks and adjustments

Locking with power door lock switch

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Door lock switch
Door lock switch

To lock all the doors without a key, push the door lock switch (driver’s or front passenger’s side) to the lock position 1 . When locking the door this way, be certain not to leave the key inside the vehicle.

To unlock all the doors without a key, push the door lock switch (driver’s or front passenger’s side) to the unlock position 2 .

Lockout protection

When the power door lock switch (driver’s or front passenger’s side) is moved to the lock position with the key in the ignition switch and any door open, all doors will lock and then unlock automatically. This helps to prevent the keys from being accidently locked inside the vehicle.

Test yourself

A quick Nissan Sentra quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.