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Fig 1: Identifying Security Indicator Lamp Output Blinking Pattern

Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Disarmed Phase

When the vehicle is being driven or when doors are open, the theft warning system is set in the disarmed phase on the assumption that the owner is inside or near the vehicle.

Pre-Armed Phase And Armed Phase

The vehicle security system turns into the pre-armed phase when ignition switch is in OFF position, all doors including glass hatch are closed and locked (using keyfob, doorlock/unlock switch, driver key cylinder or auto relock function). The system automatically shifts into the armed phase.

Condition of Activating The System

When the following condition is performed in armed phase, the system sounds the horns and flashes the headlamps for about 50 seconds.

Any door is opened.

Condition of Deactivating The System

When one of the following operations is performed, the armed phase is canceled.

Unlock the doors with keyfob.
Use the mechanical key to unlock the driver door using the door key cylinder.

When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.

• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.

• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.

• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.

• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

Safety Warning

Operation Flow

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When to See a Mechanic

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