Nissan Qashqai 2023 Owners Manual
7.12.2.3. Neutral hold mode function (where fitted)
This function enables you to turn off the engine with the vehicle in the N (Neutral) position. While this function is activated, the vehicle can be moved by pushing with hand (when car washing) even if the ignition is OFF. When using this function, release the Electric Parking Brake.
Use this function on a level surface only. Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to move accidentally and could result in a collision or serious personal injury.
When the ignition is switched ON after activating this function, depress the brake pedal to stop the vehicle because the shift lever is in the N (Neutral) position.
If this function is not activated regardless of proper operation, transmission may malfunction. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop for this service.
To activate the Neutral hold mode, perform the following operations.
Push the ignition switch to start the engine.
Release the Electric Parking Brake and Automatic Brake hold functions.
Depress and hold the brake pedal. Slide the shift lever to move the transmission out of the P (Park) position.
Push the P (Park) button.
Slide the shift lever to the N (Neutral) position, and hold it for 0.5 second until [N] appears in the vehicle information display, and then return the lever to the central position.
Slide the shift lever to the N (Neutral) position again, and hold it for 0.5 second, until a message [Neutral Hold Mode has been activated] appears in the vehicle information display. (See
.)Switch the ignition OFF. The engine will turn off while holding the N (Neutral) position.
To exit the Neutral hold mode, shift the transmission to a position other than N (Neutral).
It is necessary to perform the steps 4 through 6 within approximately 5 seconds and steps 5 and 6 within approximately 0.5 seconds to prevent incorrect operation.
When the ignition is switched OFF while the transmission is in the N (Neutral) position, a message will appear in the vehicle information display. (See
.)If the Neutral hold mode is unavailable, a message will appear in the vehicle information display. (See
.) To activate the Neutral hold mode, wait for a while without shifting operation and then perform the operations again.