Nissan Sentra Quiz
Starting and driving

Ignition switch positions

In this manual: Starting and driving
Foreword — 1Read first—then drive safely — 1When reading the manual — 1Nissan customer care program — 1Illustrated table of contents — 8Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system — 30Instruments and controls — 54Pre-driving checks and adjustments — 61Display screen, heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems — 111Starting and driving — 58In case of emergency — 18Appearance and care — 18Maintenance and do-it-yourself — 56Technical and consumer information — 57
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LOCK: Normal parking position (0)

● Intelligent Key:

● PUSH OFF- The steering lock can only be locked at this position (for vehicles equipped with a steering lock mechanism).

OFF: (1)

The engine can be turned off without locking the steering wheel (for vehicles equipped with a steering lock mechanism).

ACC: (Accessories) (2)

This position activates electrical accessories such as the radio when the engine is not running.

ON: Normal operating position (3)

● Intelligent Key:

● PUSH ON- The ignition switch will be unlocked while carrying the Intelligent Key.

This position turns on the ignition system and the electrical accessories.

START: (4)

This position starts the engine. As soon as the engine has started, release the key. It automatically returns to the ON position.

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