Nissan X-Trail 2024 Owners Manual
7.9.1.3. Manual shift mode
When using the paddle shifters while in the Ds (Drive Sport) mode, the transmission enters the manual shift mode. Shift range can be selected manually using the paddle shifters.
When shifting up, pull the right-side paddle shifter (+) (A). The transmission shifts to the higher range.
When shifting down, pull the left-side paddle shifter (−) (B). The transmission shifts to the lower range.
When cancelling the manual shift mode, move the shift lever to the D (Drive) position again. The transmission returns to the D (Drive) position. If you want to return to the Ds (Drive sport) mode manually, pull and hold the paddle shifter for about 1.5 seconds.
When you pull the paddle shifter while in the D (Drive) position, the transmission will shift to the upper or lower range temporarily. The transmission will automatically return to the D (Drive) position after a short period of time. If you want to return to the D (Drive) position manually, pull and hold the paddle shifter for about 1.5 seconds.
In the manual shift mode, the shift range is displayed in the vehicle information display.
Shift ranges up or down one by one as follows:
1M | → ← | 2M | → ← | 3M | → ← | 4M | → ← | 5M | → ← | 6M | → ← | 7M | → ← | 8M |
8M (8th):
Use this position for all normal forward driving at highway speeds.
7M (7th), 6${1} (6th) and 5${1} (5th):
Use these positions when driving up long slopes, or for engine braking when driving down long slopes.
4M (4th), 3${1} (3rd) and 2${1} (2nd):
Use these positions for hill climbing or engine braking on downhill grades.
1M (1st):
Use this position when climbing steep hills slowly or driving slowly through deep snow, or for maximum engine braking on steep downhill grades.
Remember not to drive at high speeds for extended periods of time in lower than 8th gear. This reduces fuel economy.
Pulling the same paddle shifter twice will shift the ranges in succession. However, if this motion is rapidly done, the second shifting may not be completed properly.
In the manual shift mode, the transmission may not shift to the selected gear. This helps maintain driving performance and reduces the chance of vehicle damage or loss of control.
When this situation occurs, the Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) position indicator will blink and the chime will sound.
In the manual shift mode, the transmission may shift up automatically to a higher range than selected if the engine speed is too high. When the vehicle speed decreases, the transmission automatically shifts down and shifts to 1st gear before the vehicle comes to a sto
CVT operation is limited to automatic drive mode when CVT fluid temperature is extremely low even if manual shift mode is selected. This is not a malfunction. When CVT fluid warms up, manual shift mode can be selected.
When the CVT fluid temperature is high, the shift range may upshift in lower rpm than usual. This is not a malfunction.