Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 2023 Owners Manual
6.11.1. Automatic operation
The electronic parking brake is automatically released as soon as the vehicle starts while the accelerator pedal is depressed under the following conditions.
While the e-POWER system is running.
When the shift position is in the D (Drive) or R (Reverse) position.
When the driver's door is closed.
The electronic parking brake is automatically released within 5 seconds after the shift position is placed in the D (Drive) or R (Reverse) position even if the driver's door is opened. Be sure to close the door before starting the vehicle.
When Automatic brake hold function is activated, the electronic parking brake will not be automatically applied when the e-POWER system is stopped without using the power switch (for example, by e-POWER system stalling).
Without the vehicle stationary, the electronic parking brake will not be automatically applied even if the e-POWER system is turned off with the power switch.
Before leaving the vehicle, place the shift position in the P (Park) position and check that the electronic parking brake warning light is illuminated to confirm that the electronic parking brake is applied. The electronic parking brake warning light will remain on for a period of time after the driver's door is locked.
When parking in an area where the outside temperature is below 0°C (32°F), the electronic parking brake, if applied, may freeze in place and may be difficult to release.
For safe parking, it is recommended that you place the shift position in the P (Park) position and securely block the wheels.
To keep the electronic parking brake released after the e-POWER system is turned off, place the power switch in the “OFF” position, depress the brake pedal and push down the parking brake switch before opening the driver's door.
If a malfunction occurs in the electronic parking brake system (for example, due to 12-volt battery discharge), it is recommended to contact a NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop.
Under the following conditions, the electronic parking brake will automatically be applied and the braking force of Automatic brake hold will be released.
The braking force is applied by Automatic brake hold function for 3 minutes or longer.
The vehicle is in the "P" (Park) position.
Electric parking brake is applied manually.
The driver's seat belt is unfastened.
The driver's door is opened.
The power switch is placed in the “OFF” position.
A malfunction occurs in Automatic brake hold function.
Make sure that the electronic parking brake system warning light is OFF before starting the vehicle.