AWD Warning Lamp: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Nissan Murano. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Turns ON when there is a malfunction in AWD system. It indicates that fail-safe mode is engaged and vehicle change to front-wheel drive or shifting driving force-AWD (Rear-wheels still have some driving torque).
Also turns ON when ignition switch is turned ON, for purpose of lamp check. Turns OFF approximately for 1 seconds after the engine starts if system is normal.