Nissan Murano Hybrid dashboard symbols and warning lights
Every light in the Nissan Murano Hybrid owner's manual, 2016. Tap a light to see what it means and what to do. Red means stop safely, amber means get it checked soon.
2016 Murano Hybrid warning lights
12–volt battery charge warning light
Stop safely · usual colour
The manual says: If this light comes on when the READY to drive indicator light comes on, it may indicate the charging system is not functioning properly. CAUTION The charging system may not be functioning properly if the 12–volt battery charge warning light comes on while the hybrid system is running. The hybrid system will stop operating when the 12–volt battery becomes discharged.
What to do: Have your vehicle serviced immediately. It is recommended you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
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Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the 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. If an ABS malfunction occurs, the anti-lock function is turned off.
What to do: It is recommended you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
Brake warning light
Stop safely · usual colour
The manual says: This light functions for both the parking brake and.
What to do: Check the parking brake is fully released. If the light stays on, the brakes may not work properly: stop and get help rather than driving on.
Low brake fluid warning light
Stop safely · usual colour
The manual says: 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 vehicle and perform the following: 1. For additional information, refer to “Brake fluid” in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section of this manual. 2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the warning system checked.
What to do: Check the brake fluid level. Add brake fluid as necessary. It is recommended you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service. It is recommended you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
Electronically controlled brake warning light (yellow)
Check soon
The manual says: When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position and the Hybrid System is in the READY mode, the light stays on for about 2 seconds. If the light comes on at any other time, it may indicate the regenerative brake and/or the electronically controlled brake systems are not functioning properly.
What to do: Have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer.
Engine oil pressure warning light
Check soon
The manual says: 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 have the vehicle towed and repaired. The engine oil pressure warning light is not designed to indicate a low oil level. Use the dipstick to check the oil level.
What to do: It is recommended you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
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Forward Emergency Braking (FEB) system warning light
Check soon
The manual says: This light illuminates when the Forward Emergency Braking system is set to OFF on the meter display. If the light illuminates when the Forward Emergency Braking system is ON, it may indicate that the system is unavailable. For additional information, refer to “Forward Emergency Braking (FEB)” in the “Starting and driving” section of this.
What to do: Clean the windshield and front grille sensor. If it stays on in clear weather, have it checked.
Master warning light
Check soon
The manual says: When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the master warning light illuminates if any of the following are displayed on the vehicle information display: No key warning Instruments and controls 2-9.
What to do: Read the message on the multi-information display. Red means stop safely; amber means get it checked.
Pure Drive Hybrid system warning light
Stop safely · usual colour
The manual says: When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the hybrid system warning light illuminates. After starting the hybrid system, the hybrid system warning light turns off. If the hybrid system warning light illuminates while driving, it may indicate that there is a malfunction in the electric motor and/or other hybrid system components.
What to do: Stop your vehicle immediately and it is recommended you visit a NISSAN dealer for service.
Supplemental air bag warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: When the ignition switch is placed in the ON or START position, the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates for about 7 seconds and then turns off. This means the system is operational.
What to do: The car drives normally, but get it checked soon. Do not try to repair airbag parts yourself.
Approaching Vehicle Sound for Pedestrians (VSP) OFF indicator light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: This light comes on if there is a malfunction in the Approaching Vehicle Sound for Pedestrians.
EV indicator light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: This illuminates when the engine stops but the.
Front fog light indicator light
Information · usual colour
The manual says: The front fog light indicator light illuminates when the front fog lights are ON. For additional information, refer to “Fog light switch” in this section.
What to do: Turn them off when visibility is good, as they can dazzle other drivers.
Front passenger air bag status light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: 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 additional information, refer to “Front passenger air bag and status light” in the “Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint sys.
What to do: The car drives normally, but get it checked soon. Do not try to repair airbag parts yourself.
High beam indicator light (blue)
Information
The manual says: 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.
What to do: Dip them for oncoming traffic and when following another car.
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: If this indicator light comes on steady or blinks while the engine is running, it may indicate a potential emission control malfunction. The MIL may also come on steady if the fuel-filler cap is loose or missing, or if the vehicle runs out of fuel. 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.
What to do: Check to make sure the fuel-filler cap is installed and closed tightly, and that the vehicle has at least 3 gallons (11.
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READY to drive indicator light
Information · usual colour
The manual says: The READY to drive indicator light illuminates when the hybrid system is powered and the ve.
What to do: Nothing to do. Switch off fully before leaving the car.
Security indicator light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: This light blinks when the ignition switch is placed in the OFF, LOCK or ACC (if so equipped) position. The blinking security indicator light indicates that the security systems equipped on the vehicle are operational. For additional information, refer to “Security sys.
What to do: Hold the key fob against the start button and start again. If it keeps happening, replace the key fob battery.
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Side light and headlight indicator light (green)
Information
The manual says: The side light and headlight indicator light illuminates when the side light or headlight position is selected. For additional information, refer to “Headlight and turn signal switch” in this section.
What to do: Nothing to do.
Slip indicator light
Information
The manual says: This indicator will blink when the VDC system is operating, thus alerting the driver to the fact that the road surface is slippery and the vehicle is nearing its traction limits. You may feel or hear the system working; this is normal. The light will blink for a few seconds after the VDC system stops limiting wheel spin. The indicator light also comes on when you place the ignition switch in the ON position.
What to do: It is recommended you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF indicator light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: This indicator light comes on when the VDC off switch is pushed to OFF. This indicates the VDC system is not operating. Push the VDC off switch again or restart the engine and the system will operate normally. For additional information, refer to “Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.
What to do: It is recommended you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
| Light | Colour | Meaning | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12–volt battery charge warning light | Red* | If this light comes on when the READY to drive indicator light comes on, it may indicate the charging system is not functioning properly. CAUTION The charging system may not be functioning properly if the 12–volt battery charge warning light comes on while the hybrid system is running. The hybrid system will stop operating when the 12–volt battery becomes discharged. | |
| Brake warning light | Red* | This light functions for both the parking brake and. | |
| Low brake fluid warning light | Red* | 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 vehicle and perform the following: 1. For additional information, refer to “Brake fluid” in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section of this manual. 2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the warning system checked. | |
| Pure Drive Hybrid system warning light | Red* | When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the hybrid system warning light illuminates. After starting the hybrid system, the hybrid system warning light turns off. If the hybrid system warning light illuminates while driving, it may indicate that there is a malfunction in the electric motor and/or other hybrid system components. | |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light | Amber* | When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the 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. If an ABS malfunction occurs, the anti-lock function is turned off. | |
| Electronically controlled brake warning light (yellow) | Amber | When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position and the Hybrid System is in the READY mode, the light stays on for about 2 seconds. If the light comes on at any other time, it may indicate the regenerative brake and/or the electronically controlled brake systems are not functioning properly. | |
| Engine oil pressure warning light | Amber | 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 have the vehicle towed and repaired. The engine oil pressure warning light is not designed to indicate a low oil level. Use the dipstick to check the oil level. | |
| Forward Emergency Braking (FEB) system warning light | Amber | This light illuminates when the Forward Emergency Braking system is set to OFF on the meter display. If the light illuminates when the Forward Emergency Braking system is ON, it may indicate that the system is unavailable. For additional information, refer to “Forward Emergency Braking (FEB)” in the “Starting and driving” section of this. | |
| Master warning light | Amber | When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the master warning light illuminates if any of the following are displayed on the vehicle information display: No key warning Instruments and controls 2-9. | |
| Supplemental air bag warning light | Amber* | When the ignition switch is placed in the ON or START position, the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates for about 7 seconds and then turns off. This means the system is operational. | |
| Approaching Vehicle Sound for Pedestrians (VSP) OFF indicator light | Amber* | This light comes on if there is a malfunction in the Approaching Vehicle Sound for Pedestrians. | |
| EV indicator light | Amber* | This illuminates when the engine stops but the. | |
| Front passenger air bag status light | Amber* | 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 additional information, refer to “Front passenger air bag and status light” in the “Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint sys. | |
| Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) | Amber* | If this indicator light comes on steady or blinks while the engine is running, it may indicate a potential emission control malfunction. The MIL may also come on steady if the fuel-filler cap is loose or missing, or if the vehicle runs out of fuel. 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. | |
| Security indicator light | Amber* | This light blinks when the ignition switch is placed in the OFF, LOCK or ACC (if so equipped) position. The blinking security indicator light indicates that the security systems equipped on the vehicle are operational. For additional information, refer to “Security sys. | |
| Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF indicator light | Amber* | This indicator light comes on when the VDC off switch is pushed to OFF. This indicates the VDC system is not operating. Push the VDC off switch again or restart the engine and the system will operate normally. For additional information, refer to “Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual. | |
| Front fog light indicator light | Green* | The front fog light indicator light illuminates when the front fog lights are ON. For additional information, refer to “Fog light switch” in this section. | |
| READY to drive indicator light | Green* | The READY to drive indicator light illuminates when the hybrid system is powered and the ve. | |
| Side light and headlight indicator light (green) | Green | The side light and headlight indicator light illuminates when the side light or headlight position is selected. For additional information, refer to “Headlight and turn signal switch” in this section. | |
| Slip indicator light | Green | This indicator will blink when the VDC system is operating, thus alerting the driver to the fact that the road surface is slippery and the vehicle is nearing its traction limits. You may feel or hear the system working; this is normal. The light will blink for a few seconds after the VDC system stops limiting wheel spin. The indicator light also comes on when you place the ignition switch in the ON position. | |
| High beam indicator light (blue) | 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. |
Source: 2016 Nissan Murano Hybrid Owner's Manual. * Usual colour; the manual text doesn't state it.
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