How to Switch the Odometer Display on the X-Trail?

[Dominic]

Open the driver's side door of the new X-Trail and press the brake pedal. Press the one-touch start button of the new X-Trail to start the engine, then close the door. Press the instrument panel function switch button to toggle between the trip meter display and the instrument panel computer display. The button behind the trip meter will change to 'A' and then to 'B' upon subsequent presses. After purchasing the vehicle, the car comes with a manual or a CD, which can be used to check the vehicle's odometer display. After completing the switch, remember to turn off the vehicle's engine before closing the door to avoid any accidents.

[VanLily]

When we drive and want to check different mileage information, the operation is actually quite simple. There are control buttons on the left side of the steering wheel, right? Just press the round button for up, down, left, and right, navigate to the settings menu, and select the mileage information option—that’s all it takes. Many cars nowadays are designed this way, and the X-Trail follows the same logic. I make it a habit to toggle the trip mileage every day during my commute to calculate fuel consumption, especially after highway driving, to see how it compares to city driving. The odometer shows the total mileage of the car, while the trip mileage can be manually reset, making it ideal for calculating distances in stages. Just remember not to operate the controls while driving—safety first. If you’ve just bought the car and aren’t sure about the exact button locations, you can always refer to the manual—it’s very clear with both text and illustrations.

[BennettFitz]

I've actually done this many times. Just press the five-way control button on the left side of the steering wheel to get it done. First, locate the odometer display on the instrument cluster, then use the left or right button to toggle between different modes. Common options include total mileage, trip A, and trip B. Personally, I prefer using trip B to track mileage after each refueling. Resetting it is simple too—just long-press the center OK button. The different modes are quite user-friendly in design; switching between them during long drives helps prevent fatigue. For beginners, I recommend practicing a few times while parked. Once you're familiar, a quick glance while driving is all it takes. Just remember not to stare at the instrument panel for too long when switching—safe driving comes first.

[Alessandra]

Switching the odometer display is actually quite simple and can be done using the multifunction buttons on the left side of the steering wheel. Press the left or right directional buttons to select the trip display mode in the instrument cluster menu. Common options include the total mileage and two resettable trip meters. I particularly like this small design feature—it's especially convenient for tracking weekend trip distances. The instrument cluster provides clear prompts during switching, so there's no need to worry about pressing the wrong button. Many people don't know that holding down the trip meter button resets it, a feature I've found very practical in real-world use.