Nissan Versa Hatchback (2012 year). Instruction

Outside mirror control switch (P. 3-30)

Headlight/fog light (if so equipped)/turn
signal switch (P. 2-20)

Steering wheel switch for audio control and
Bluetooth

姞 Hands-Free Phone System

(if so equipped) (P. 4-47, 4-49)

Driver’s supplemental air bag/horn
(P. 1-34, 2-24)

Meters and gauges (P. 2-3)

Cruise control main/set switches
(if so equipped) (P. 5-23)

Windshield wiper/washer switch (P. 2-18,
2-19)

Audio system (if so equipped) (P. 4-17)

Covered storage bin (P. 2-25)/iPod

姞 outlet

(if so equipped) (P. 4-42)/USB interface
(if so equipped) (P. 4-41)

10. Center ventilator (P. 4-8)
11. Hazard warning flasher switch (P. 2-23)
12. Passenger’s supplemental air bag (P. 1-34)
13. Glove box (P. 2-29)
14. Side ventilator (P. 4-8)
15. Navigation system* (if so equipped) (P. 4-2)
16. Cup holders (P. 2-27)
17. Shift selector (P. 5-13)
18. Defroster switch (P. 2-20)
19. Climate control (P. 4-9)
20. Passenger air bag status light (P. 1-42)
21. Ignition switch (P. 5-7)
22. Tilt steering (P. 3-28)
23. Instrument brightness control (P. 2-22)
24. Hood release lever (P. 3-23)
25. Fuel-filler lid release lever (P. 3-25)
26. Fuse block (P. 8-21)
27. Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off switch

(P. 2-24)

*:Refer to the separate Navigation System Own-
er’s Manual (if so equipped).

See the page number indicated in paren-
theses for operating details.

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INSTRUMENT PANEL

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Instruments and controls

Tachometer

Speedometer

Fuel gauge

Odometer (total/twin trip)

Automatic Transmission (A/T)/
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) position indicator (if so
equipped)

Trip odometer change button/Loose
fuel cap indicator reset button (if so
equipped)

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METERS AND GAUGES

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SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER

Speedometer

The speedometer indicates the vehicle speed.

Odometer/Twin trip odometer

The odometer/twin trip odometer is displayed
when the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position.

The odometer

䊊

records the total distance the

vehicle has been driven.

The twin trip odometer

䊊

records the distance

of individual trips.

Changing the display:

Press the change button

䊊

to change the dis-

play as follows:

Trip

→ Trip

Resetting the trip odometer:

Press the change button

䊊

for more than 1

second to reset the currently displayed trip
odometer to zero.

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Loose fuel cap warning message

Push the reset button

䊊

for more than 1 second

to reset the LOOSE FUEL CAP warning mes-
sage after the fuel cap has been tightened. For
additional information see “Fuel-filler cap” in the
“Pre-driving checks and adjustments” section of
this manual.

TACHOMETER

The tachometer indicates engine speed in revo-
lutions per minute (rpm). Do not rev the engine
into the red zone

䊊

CAUTION

When engine speed approaches the red
zone, shift to a higher gear or reduce en-
gine speed. Operating the engine in the
red zone may cause serious engine
damage.

FUEL GAUGE

The gauge indicates the approximate fuel level
in the tank.

The gauge may move slightly during braking,
turning, acceleration, or going up or down hills.

The gauge needle returns to E (Empty) after the
ignition switch is placed in the OFF position.

The low fuel warning light comes on when the
amount of fuel in the tank is getting low.

Refill the fuel tank before the gauge regis-
ters E (Empty).

LRS2001

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The

indicates that the fuel-filler door is

located on the passenger’s side of the vehicle.

CAUTION

● If the vehicle runs out of fuel,

the

Malfunction Indicator Light

(MIL) may come on. Refuel as soon as
possible. After a few driving trips,

the

light should turn off. If the

light remains on after a few driving
trips, have the vehicle inspected by a
NISSAN dealer.

● For additional information, see “Mal-

function Indicator Light (MIL)” later in
this section.

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Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
warning light

Low windshield-washer fluid warning light
(if so equipped)

High beam indicator light (blue)

Brake warning light

NISSAN Intelligent Key™ warning light
(if so equipped)

Low temperature indicator light (blue)
(if so equipped)

Charge warning light

P position selecting warning light (for models
with NISSAN Intelligent Key™) (if so equipped)

Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)

Door open warning light

Seat belt warning light and chime

Overdrive off indicator light (A/T / CVT models)

Electric power steering warning light

Supplemental air bag warning light

Security indicator light

Engine oil pressure warning light

Automatic Transmission (A/T)/Continuously
Variable Transmission (CVT) position indicator
light (if so equipped)

Slip indicator light

High temperature warning light (red)

Cruise main switch indicator light
(if so equipped)

Turn signal/hazard indicator lights

Low fuel warning light

Cruise set switch indicator light
(if so equipped)

Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off indicator
light

Low tire pressure warning light
(if so equipped)

Front passenger air bag status light

WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND
AUDIBLE REMINDERS

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CHECKING BULBS

With all doors closed, apply the parking brake
and place the ignition switch in the ON position
without starting the engine. The following lights if
equipped will come on:

(blue),

If equipped, the following lights come on briefly
and then go off:

(red),

If any light fails to come on, it may indicate
a burned-out bulb or an open circuit in the
electrical system. Have the system repaired
promptly.

WARNING LIGHTS

Anti-lock Braking

System (ABS)

warning light

When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

warning light illuminates and then turns off. This
indicates the ABS is operational.

If the ABS warning light illuminates while the
engine is running, or while driving, it may indicate
the ABS is not functioning properly. Have the
system checked by a NISSAN dealer.

If an ABS malfunction occurs, the anti-lock func-
tion is turned off. The brake system then operates
normally, but without anti-lock assistance. See
“Brake system” in the “Starting and driving” sec-
tion.

Brake warning light

This light functions for both the parking brake and
the foot brake systems.

Parking brake indicator

When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the light comes on when the parking
brake is applied.

Low brake fluid warning light

When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the light warns of a low brake fluid level.
If the light comes on while the engine is running
with the parking brake not applied, stop the ve-
hicle and perform the following:

1. Check the brake fluid level. Add brake fluid

as necessary. See “Brake fluid” in the “Main-
tenance and do-it-yourself” section of this
manual.

2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the

warning system checked by a NISSAN
dealer.

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning
indicator

When the parking brake is released and the
brake fluid level is sufficient, if both the brake
warning light and the Anti-lock Braking System
(ABS) warning light illuminate, it may indicate the
ABS is not functioning properly. Have the brake
system checked, and if necessary, repaired by a
NISSAN dealer promptly. Avoid high-speed driv-
ing and abrupt braking. (See “Anti-lock Braking
System (ABS) warning light” in this section.)

WARNING

● Your brake system may not be working

properly if the warning light is on. Driv-
ing could be dangerous. If you judge it
to be safe, drive carefully to the nearest
service station for repairs. Otherwise,
have your vehicle towed because driv-
ing it could be dangerous.

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● Pressing the brake pedal with the en-

gine stopped and/or a low brake fluid
level may increase your stopping dis-
tance and braking will require greater
pedal effort as well as pedal travel.

● If the brake fluid level is below the

MINIMUM or MIN mark on the brake
fluid reservoir, do not drive until the
brake system has been checked at a
NISSAN dealer.

Charge warning light

If this light comes on while the engine is running,
it may indicate the charging system is not func-
tioning properly. Turn the engine off and check
the drive belt. If the belt is loose, broken, missing,
or if the light remains on, see a NISSAN dealer
immediately.

CAUTION

Do not continue driving if the drive belt is
loose, broken or missing.

Door open warning light

This light comes on when any of the doors are not
closed securely while the ignition switch is
placed in the ON position.

Electric power steering
warning light

WARNING

● If the engine is not running or is turned

off while driving, the power assist for
the steering will not work. Steering will
be harder to operate.

● When the power steering warning light

illuminates with the engine running,
there will be no power assist for the
steering. You will still have control of
the vehicle but the steering will be
harder to operate. Have the power
steering system checked by a NISSAN
dealer.

When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the power steering warning light illumi-
nates. After starting the engine, the power steer-
ing warning light turns off. This indicates the
power steering system is operational.

If the power steering warning light illuminates
while the engine is running, it may indicate the
power steering system is not functioning properly
and may need servicing. Have the power steering
system checked by a NISSAN dealer.

When the power steering warning light illumi-
nates with the engine running, there will be no
power assist for the steering but you will still have
control of the vehicle. At this time, greater steer-
ing effort is required to operate the steering
wheel, especially in sharp turns and at low
speeds.

See “Power steering” in the “Starting and driving”
section.

Engine oil pressure warning
light

This light warns of low engine oil pressure. If the
light flickers or comes on during normal driving,
pull off the road in a safe area, stop the engine
immediately and call a NISSAN dealer or other
authorized repair shop.

The engine oil pressure warning light is not
designed to indicate a low oil level. Use the
dipstick to check the oil level. See “Engine oil” in
the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section of
this manual.

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CAUTION

Running the engine with the engine oil
pressure warning light on could cause se-
rious damage to the engine almost imme-
diately. Such damage is not covered by
warranty. Turn off the engine as soon as it
is safe to do so.

High temperature warning light
(red)

When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the high temperature warning light illu-
minates and then turns off. This indicates that the
high temperature sensor in the engine coolant
system is operational.

CAUTION

If the high temperature warning light illu-
minates while the engine is running, it
may indicate the engine temperature is
extremely high. Stop the vehicle safely as
soon as possible. If the vehicle is over-
heated, continuing vehicle operation may
seriously damage the engine. See “If your
vehicle overheats” in the “In case of emer-
gency” section.

Low fuel warning light

This light comes on when the fuel level in the fuel
tank is getting low. Refuel as soon as it is conve-
nient, preferably before the fuel gauge reaches E
(Empty). There will be a small reserve of fuel
in the tank when the fuel gauge needle
reaches E (Empty).

Low tire pressure warning light
(if so equipped)

Your vehicle is equipped with a Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS) that monitors the tire
pressure of all tires except the spare.

The low tire pressure warning light warns of low
tire pressure or indicates that the TPMS is not
functioning properly.

After the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, this light illuminates for about 1 second
and turns off.

Low tire pressure warning:

If the vehicle is being driven with low tire
pressure, the warning light will illuminate.

When the low tire pressure warning light
illuminates, you should stop and adjust the
tire pressure of all 4 tires to the recom-
mended COLD tire pressure shown on the

Tire and Loading Information label located
in the driver’s door opening. The low tire
pressure warning light does not automati-
cally turn off when the tire pressure is ad-
justed. After the tire is inflated to the rec-
ommended pressure, the vehicle must be
driven at speeds above 16 MPH (25 km/h)
to activate the TPMS and turn off the low
tire pressure warning light. Use a tire pres-
sure gauge to check the tire pressure.

For additional information, see “Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS)” in the “Starting and
driving” section and in the “In case of emergency”
section.

TPMS malfunction:

If the TPMS is not functioning properly, the low
tire pressure warning light will flash for approxi-
mately 1 minute when the ignition switch is
placed in the ON position. The light will remain on
after the 1 minute. Have the system checked by a
NISSAN dealer.

For additional information, see “Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS)” in the “Starting and
driving” section and “Tire pressure” in the “Main-
tenance and do-it-yourself” section.

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WARNING

● If the light does not illuminate with the

ignition switch placed in the ON posi-
tion, have the vehicle checked by a
NISSAN dealer as soon as possible.

● If the light illuminates while driving,

avoid sudden steering maneuvers or
abrupt braking, reduce vehicle speed,
pull off the road to a safe location and
stop the vehicle as soon as possible.
Driving with under-inflated tires may
permanently damage the tires and in-
crease the likelihood of tire failure. Se-
rious vehicle damage could occur and
may lead to an accident and could re-
sult in serious personal injury. Check
the tire pressure for all four tires. Adjust
the tire pressure to the recommended
COLD tire pressure shown on the Tire
and Loading Information label located
in the driver’s door opening to turn the
low tire pressure warning light OFF. If
the light still comes on while driving
after adjusting the tire pressure, a tire
may be flat. If you have a flat tire, re-
place it with a spare tire as soon as
possible.

● When a spare tire is mounted or a wheel

is replaced the TPMS will not function
and the low tire pressure warning light
will flash for approximately 1 minute.
The light will remain on after 1 minute.
Contact your NISSAN dealer as soon as
possible for tire replacement and/or
system resetting.

● Replacing tires with those not originally

specified by NISSAN could affect the
proper operation of the TPMS.

CAUTION

● The TPMS is not a substitute for the

regular tire pressure check. Be sure to
check the tire pressure regularly.

● If the vehicle is being driven at speeds

of less than 16 MPH (25 km/h), the
TPMS may not operate correctly.

● Be sure to install the specified size of

tires to the 4 wheels correctly.

Low windshield-washer fluid
warning light (if so equipped)

This light comes on when the windshield-washer
fluid is at a low level. Add windshield-washer fluid

as necessary. See “Windshield-washer fluid” in
the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section of
this manual.

NISSAN Intelligent Key™
warning light (if so equipped)

The Intelligent Key warning light illuminates green
when the ignition switch can be turned. The
Intelligent Key warning light illuminates red when
the ignition switch cannot be turned.

The Intelligent Key warning light blinks red if the
Intelligent Key is taken outside of the vehicle
while the ignition switch is placed in the ACC or
ON position.

● If the Intelligent Key warning light blinks,

make sure of the location of the Intelligent
Key as soon as possible. The Intelligent Key
should be carried by the driver while operat-
ing the vehicle.

● The Intelligent Key warning light turns off

about 10 seconds after the Intelligent Key is
brought inside the vehicle.

The Intelligent Key warning light blinks green
indicating that the Intelligent Key battery is almost
discharged.

See “NISSAN Intelligent Key™” in the “Pre-
driving checks and adjustments” section.

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P position selecting warning
light (for models with NISSAN
Intelligent Key™) (if so
equipped)

The light blinks red and the warning buzzer
sounds if you are outside of the vehicle with the
Intelligent Key and the engine is off, but the shift
selector is not in the P (Park) position.

When the warning light blinks, place the ignition
switch in the ON position, move the shift selector
to the P (Park) position, then place the ignition
switch in the LOCK position.

Seat belt warning light and
chime

The light and chime remind you to fasten your
seat belts. The light illuminates whenever the
ignition switch is placed in the ON or START
position and remains illuminated until the driver’s
seat belt is fastened. At the same time, the chime
sounds for about 6 seconds unless the driver’s
seat belt is securely fastened.

The seat belt warning light may also illuminate if
the front passenger’s seat belt is not fastened
when the front passenger’s seat is occupied . For
7 seconds after the ignition switch is placed in

the ON position, the system does not activate the
warning light for the front passenger.

Refer to “Seat belts” in the “Safety—Seats, seat
belts and supplemental restraint system” section
for precautions on seat belt usage.

Supplemental air bag warning
light

When the ignition switch is placed in the ON or
START position, the supplemental air bag warn-
ing light illuminates for about 7 seconds and then
turns off. This means the system is operational.

If any of the following conditions occur, the front
air bag, side air bag, curtain air bag, and preten-
sioner seat belt systems need servicing and your
vehicle must be taken to a NISSAN dealer:

● The supplemental air bag warning light re-

mains on after approximately 7 seconds.

● The supplemental air bag warning light

flashes intermittently.

● The supplemental air bag warning light does

not come on at all.

Unless checked and repaired, the supplemental
restraint system (air bag system) and/or the pre-
tensioners may not function properly. For addi-
tional details see “Supplemental restraint sys-

tem” in the “Safety—Seats, seat belts and
supplemental restraint system” section of this
manual.

WARNING

If the supplemental air bag warning light
is on, it could mean that the front air bag,
side air bag, curtain air bag systems
and/or pretensioner systems will not op-
erate in an accident. To help avoid injury
to yourself or others, have your vehicle
checked by a NISSAN dealer as soon as
possible.

INDICATOR LIGHTS

Automatic Transmission
(A/T)/Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT) position
indicator light (if so equipped)

When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, this indicator light shows the shift selec-
tor position. See “Driving the vehicle” in the
“Starting and driving” section of this manual.

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Cruise main switch indicator
light (if so equipped)

The light comes on when the cruise control main
switch is pushed. The light goes out when the
main switch is pushed again. When the cruise
main switch indicator light comes on, the cruise
control system is operational.

Cruise set switch indicator
light (if so equipped)

The light comes on while the vehicle speed is
controlled by the cruise control system. If the light
blinks while the engine is running, it may indicate
the cruise control system is not functioning prop-
erly. Have the system checked by a NISSAN
dealer.

Front passenger air bag status
light

The front passenger air bag status light (

)

will be lit and the passenger front air bag will be
OFF depending on how the front passenger seat
is being used.

For front passenger air bag status light operation,
see “Front passenger air bag and status light” in
the “Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental
restraint system” section of this manual.

High beam indicator light
(blue)

This blue light comes on when the headlight high
beams are on and goes out when the low beams
are selected.

The high beam indicator light also comes on
when the passing signal is activated.

Low temperature indicator
light (blue) (if so equipped)

The low temperature indicator light illuminates
when the engine coolant temperature is low.

When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the low temperature indicator light illu-
minates and then turns off after the engine cool-
ant has warmed up.

If the low temperature indicator light stays illumi-
nated after the engine has sufficiently warmed
up, it may indicate the low temperature sensor in
the engine coolant system is not functioning
properly and may need servicing. Have the sys-
tem checked, and if necessary repaired, by a
NISSAN dealer promptly.

Malfunction Indicator Light
(MIL)

If this indicator light comes on steady or blinks
while the engine is running, it may indicate a
potential emission control malfunction.

The Malfunction Indicator Light may also come
on steady if the fuel-filler cap is loose or missing,
or if the vehicle runs out of fuel. Check to make
sure the fuel-filler cap is installed and closed
tightly, and that the vehicle has at least 3 gallons
(11.4 liters) of fuel in the fuel tank.

After a few driving trips, the

light should

turn off if no other potential emission control
system malfunction exists.

If this indicator light comes on steady for 20
seconds and then blinks for 10 seconds when
the engine is not running, it indicates that the
vehicle is not ready for an emission control sys-
tem inspection/maintenance test. See “Readi-
ness for inspection/maintenance (I/M) test” in the
“Technical and consumer information” section of
this manual.

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Operation

The Malfunction Indicator Light will come on in
one of two ways:

● Malfunction Indicator Light on steady — An

emission control system malfunction has
been detected. Check the fuel-filler cap. If
the LOOSE FUEL CAP warning message is
displayed in the odometer, and the fuel-filler
cap is loose or missing, tighten or install the
cap and continue to drive the vehicle.
The

light should turn off after a few

driving trips. If the

light does not turn

off after a few driving trips, have the vehicle
inspected by a NISSAN dealer. You do not
need to have your vehicle towed to the
dealer.

● Malfunction Indicator Light blinking — An

engine misfire has been detected which may
damage the emission control system. To re-
duce or avoid emission control system dam-
age:

– do not drive at speeds above 45 MPH

(72 km/h).

– avoid hard acceleration or deceleration.

– avoid steep uphill grades.

– if possible, reduce the amount of cargo

being hauled.

The Malfunction Indicator Light may stop blinking
and come on steady. Have the vehicle inspected
by a NISSAN dealer. You do not need to have
your vehicle towed to the dealer.

CAUTION

Continued vehicle operation without hav-
ing the emission control system checked
and repaired as necessary could lead to
poor driveability, reduced fuel economy,
and possible damage to the emission con-
trol system.

Overdrive off indicator light
(A/T / CVT models)

The overdrive off indicator light illuminates when
the overdrive off mode is selected.

For additional information, see “Driving the ve-
hicle” in the “Starting and driving” section of this
manual.

Security indicator light

For vehicles without Intelligent Key: This light
blinks whenever the ignition switch is placed in
the LOCK, OFF or ACC position.

For vehicles with Intelligent Key: This light blinks
when the ignition switch is placed in the LOCK
position with the key removed from the ignition
switch.

The blinking security indicator light indicates that
the security systems equipped on the vehicle are
operational.

For additional information, see “Security sys-
tems” later in this section.

Slip indicator light

This indicator will blink when the VDC system or
the traction control system is operating, thus
alerting that the vehicle is nearing its traction
limits. The road surface may be slippery.

Turn signal/hazard indicator
lights

The appropriate light flashes when the turn signal
switch is activated.

Both lights flash when the hazard switch is turned
on.

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Vehicle Dynamic Control
(VDC) off indicator light

This indicator light comes on when the Vehicle
Dynamic Control off switch is pushed to OFF.
This indicates the Vehicle Dynamic Control sys-
tem is not operating.

Push the Vehicle Dynamic Control off switch
again or restart the engine and the system will
operate normally. See “Vehicle Dynamic Control
(VDC) system” in the “Starting and driving” sec-
tion of this manual.

The Vehicle Dynamic Control light also comes on
when you place the ignition switch in the ON
position. The light will turn off after about 2 sec-
onds if the system is operational. If the light stays
on or comes on along with the

indicator

light while you are driving, have the Vehicle Dy-
namic Control system checked by a NISSAN
dealer.

While the Vehicle Dynamic Control system is
operating, you might feel slight vibration or hear
the system working when starting the vehicle or
accelerating, but this is normal.

AUDIBLE REMINDERS
Brake pad wear warning

The disc brake pads have audible wear warnings.
When a disc brake pad requires replacement, it
makes a high pitched scraping sound when the
vehicle is in motion, whether or not the brake
pedal is depressed. Have the brakes checked as
soon as possible if the warning sound is heard.

Key reminder chime

A chime sounds if the driver’s door is opened
while the key is left in the ignition switch. Remove
the key and take it with you when leaving the
vehicle.

Light reminder chime

With the ignition switch placed in the OFF posi-
tion, a chime sounds when the driver’s door is
opened if the headlights or parking lights are on.

Turn the headlight control switch off before leav-
ing the vehicle.

NISSAN Intelligent Key™ door buzzer
(if so equipped)

The Intelligent Key door buzzer sounds if any one
of the following improper operations is found.

● The ignition switch is not returned to the

LOCK position when locking the doors.

● The Intelligent Key is left inside the vehicle

when locking the doors.

● The Intelligent Key is taken outside the ve-

hicle when operating the vehicle.

● Any doors are not closed securely when

locking the doors.

When the buzzer sounds, be sure to check both
the vehicle and the Intelligent Key. See “NISSAN
Intelligent Key™” in the “Pre-driving checks and
adjustments” section.

Parking brake reminder chime

A chime sounds if the parking brake is set and the
vehicle is driven. The chime will stop if the parking
brake is released or the vehicle speed returns to
zero.

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