Method 1: Resetting the Battery Terminal
1. Turn off the engine.
2. Open the hood and locate the negative battery terminal.
3. Disconnect the negative terminal.
4. Wait about 10 minutes.
5. Reconnect the negative terminal.
6. Start the engine and check whether the emergency mode of the automatic transmission has disappeared.
Method 2: Using an OBD-II scanner
1. Buy or rent an OBD-II scanner.
2. Connect the scanner to the diagnostic port of your Nissan.
3. Follow the instructions on the scanner to read trouble codes related to the automatic transmission.
4. Clear fault codes and turn off the engine.
5. Start the engine again and check whether the emergency mode of the automatic transmission has disappeared.
Method 3: Checking the transmission fluid level and condition
1. Turn off the engine and let the car cool down.
2. Check the transmission fluid level using the dipstick. The level should be between the “min” and “max” marks.
3. If the fluid level is low, add it to the required level.
4. If the fluid appears dark, cloudy, or has a burning smell, it needs to be replaced.
Method 4: Contact your dealer
If you are unable to disable the automatic transmission’s emergency mode yourself, contact your Nissan dealer. They have the necessary equipment and knowledge to properly diagnose and fix the problem.