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    ® 2015 AL TI MA S E D AN OWN E R’S MAN UAL For y our s afety , read car efully and keep in this v ehicle. 2015 N IS SAN AL TI MA SE DAN L33-D L33-D Printing : March 2015 (10) Publication No.: OM0E 0L32U2 Printed in U .S.A. OM15EA 0L33U4 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...

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    Owner’s Manual Supplement The information contained within this supplement revises the “NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System (front seats)” information in the “Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system” section of the 2015 Altima Owner’s Manual: Read carefully and keep in vehicle. Printing: April 2015 (01) Publication No. S ...

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    NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System (front seats) 1. T op tether strap anchor 2. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bag inflators 3. Rear seat belts 4. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bag 5. Front seat-mounted side-impact supple- mental air bag 6. Head restraints/headrests 7. Front seat belts 8. ...

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    W elcome to the growing family of new NISSAN owners. This vehicle is delivered to you with confidence. It was produced using the latest techniques and strict quality control. This manual was prepared to help you under- stand the operation and maintenance of your vehicle so that you may enjoy many miles (kilome- ters) of driving pleasure. Please rea ...

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    MODIFICA TION OF Y OUR VEHICLE This vehicle should not be modified. Modification could affect its performance, safety or durability and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or performance prob- lems resulting from modifications may not be covered under NISSAN warranties. This manual includes information for all features an ...

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    If you see this symbol, it means “Do not do this” or “Do not let this happen.” If you see a symbol similar to these in an illustra- tion, it means the arrow points to the front of the vehicle. Arrows in an illustration that are similar to these indicate movement or action. Arrows in an illustration that are similar to these call attention t ...

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    NISSAN CARE S... Both NISSAN and your NISSAN dealer are dedicated to serving all your automotive needs. Y our satisfaction with your vehicle and your NISSAN dealer are our primary concerns. Y our NISSAN dealer is always available to assist you with all your automobile sales and service needs. However, if there is something that your NISSAN dealer c ...

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    T able of Contents Illustrated table of contents Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system Instruments and controls Pre-driving checks and adjustments Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems Starting and driving In case of emergency Appearance and care Maintenance and do-it-yourself T echnical and consumer in ...

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    I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...

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    0 Illustrated table of contents Air bags, seat belts and child restraints ..............0 - 2 Exterior front ......................................0 - 3 Exterior rear .......................................0 - 4 Passenger compartment ...........................0 - 5 Instrument panel ...................................0 - 6 Engine compartment check ...

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    1. T op tether strap anchor (P . 1-20) 2. Rear seat belts (P . 1-11) 3. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bag (P . 1-41) 4. Front seat-mounted side-impact supple- mental air bag (P . 1-41) 5. Head restraints/headrests (P . 1-7) 6. Front seat belts (P . 1-11) 7. Side-impact pressure sensor (driver’s side shown; passeng ...

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    1. P ower windows (P . 2-44) 2. P ower moonroof (if so equipped) (P . 2-47) 3. Windshield (P . 8-22) 4. Windshield wiper and washer switch (P . 2-29) 5. Engine hood (P . 3-29) 6. Fog light switch (if so equipped) (P . 2-31) 7. Headlight and turn signal switch (P . 2-31) 8. Replacing bulbs (P . 8-30) 9. Tire pressure (P . 8-36) 10. Flat tire (P . 6- ...

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    1. Rear window defroster switch (P . 2-31) 2. Interior trunk lid release (P . 3-30) 3. T runk lid (P . 3-30) 4. Opener operation (P . 3-30) 5. Rearview camera (if so equipped) (P . 4-10) 6. Replacing bulbs (P . 8-30) 7. Fuel-filler cap, recommended fuel (P . 3-32, 9-2) 8. Fuel-filler door (P . 3-32) 9. Child safety rear door lock (P . 3-4) Refer to ...

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    1. Interior trunk access (P . 1-2) 2. P ower moonroof (if so equipped) (P . 2-47) 3. Sun visors (P . 3-35) 4. Interior lights, illuminated entry (P . 2-49) 5. HomeLink® Universal T ransceiver (if so equipped) (P . 2-51) 6. Automatic anti-glare rearview mirror (if so equipped) (P . 3-36) 7. Glove box (P . 2-41) 8. Cup holders (P . 2-41 ) 9. Console ...

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    1. Instrument brightness control/T rip computer reset switch (P . 2-35, P . 2-4) 2. V ents (P . 4-24) 3. Headlight/fog light (if so equipped)/turn signal switch (P . 2-31) 4. Driver supplemental air bag/horn (P . 1-41, P . 2-36) 5. Meters and gauges (P . 2-3) 6. Paddle shift controls (if so equipped) (P . 5-15) 7. Windshield wiper/washer switch (P ...

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    22. V ehicle Dynamic Control OFF switch (P . 2-39) T runk opener release switch (P . 3-30) Heated steering wheel switch (if so equipped) (P . 2-38) W arning system switch (if so equipped) (P . 2-38) * Refer to the Navigation System Owner’s manual (if so equipped) See the page number indicated in paren- theses for operating details. Illustrated ta ...

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    QR25DE engine 1. P ower steering fluid reservoir (P . 8-15) 2. Engine coolant reservoir (P . 8-9) 3. Engine oil filler cap (P . 8-11) 4. Brake fluid reservoir (P . 8-15) 5. Air cleaner (P . 8-21) 6. Fuse block/Fusible links (P . 8-24) 7. Battery (P . 8-17) 8. Engine oil dipstick (P . 8-11) 9. Radiator cap (P . 8-9) 10. Drive belt location (P . 8-20 ...

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    VQ35DE engine 1. P ower steering fluid reservoir (P . 8-15) 2. Engine coolant reservoir (P . 8-9) 3. Engine oil filler cap (P . 8-11) 4. Brake fluid reservoir (P . 8-15) 5. Air cleaner (P . 8-21) 6. Fuse block/Fusible links (P . 8-24) 7. Battery (P . 8-17) 8. Engine oil dipstick (P . 8-11) 9. Radiator cap (P . 8-9) 10. Drive belt location (P . 8-20 ...

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    W arning light Name Page Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warn- ing light 2-11 or Brake warning light 2-11 Charge warning light 2-11 Low tire pressure warning light 2-12 Master warning light 2-13 P ower steering warning light 2-13 Seat belt warning light and chime 2-14 W arning light Name Page Supplemental air bag warning light 2-14 Indicator light N ...

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    1 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system Seats ............................................1 - 2 Front manual seat adjustment (if so equipped) ................................1 - 2 Front power seat adjustment (if so equipped) ................................1 - 4 Folding rear seat ...............................1 - 5 Head rest ...

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    WARNING ● Do not ride in a moving vehicle when the seatback is reclined. This can be dangerous. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. In an accident, you could be thrown into it and receive neck or other serious injuries. Y ou could also slide under the lap belt and receive serious internal injuries. ● For the most effective protecti ...

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    Forward and backward Pull the center of the bar up and hold it while you slide the seat forward or backward to the desired position. Release the bar to lock the seat in position. Reclining T o recline the seatback, pull the lever up and lean back. T o bring the seatback forward, pull the lever up and lean your body forward. Release the lever to loc ...

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    FRONT POWER SEA T ADJUSTMENT (if so equipped) Operating tips WARNING Before driving the vehicle, return the seat- back to an upright seating position after manually releasing it. Also, make sure the seat is locked in place. Failure to do so may cause the seat to move in a collision or sudden stop. This may result in damage to the seat or personal i ...

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    Seat lifter (driver’s seat) Push the front or rear end of the switch up or down to adjust the angle and height of the seat cushion. Lumbar support (if so equipped for driver’s seat) The lumbar support feature provides adjustable lower back support to the driver. Push the switch forward or backward to adjust the seat lumbar area. FOLDING REAR SE ...

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    1. Move the front passenger seat to the most forward position. 2. Open the access cover on the rear parcel shelf. 3. Push down on the button 䊊 1 on the rear parcel shelf. 4. Fold down the passenger’s side seatback 䊊 2 . WARNING ● Never allow anyone to ride in the cargo area or on the rear seat when it is in the fold-down position. Use of th ...

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    Center armrest Pull the armrest down until it rests on the seat cushion. WARNING Head restraints/headrests supplement the other vehicle safety systems. They may provide additional protection against in- jury in certain rear end collisions. Adjust- able head restraints/headrests must be adjusted properly, as specified in this sec- tion. Check the ad ...

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    ● Adjustable head restraints/headrests have multiple notches along the stalk(s) to lock them in a desired adjustment position. ● The non-adjustable head restraints/headrests have a single locking notch to secure them to the seat frame. ● Proper Adjustment: – For the adjustable type, align the head restraint/headrest so the center of your ea ...

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    REMOVE Use the following procedure to remove the head restraint/headrest: 1. Pull the head restraint/headrest up to the highest position. 2. Push and hold the lock knob. 3. Remove the head restraint/headrest from the seat. 4. Store the head restraint/headrest properly in a secure place so it is not loose in the vehicle. 5. Reinstall and properly ad ...

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    ADJUST For adjustable head restraint/headrest Adjust the head restraint/headrest so the center is level with the center of your ears. If your ear position is still higher than the recommended alignment, place the head restraint/headrest at the highest position. For non-adjustable head restraint/headrest Make sure the head restraint/headrest is posi ...

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    Lower T o lower, push and hold the lock knob and push the head restraint/headrest down. Make sure the head restraint/headrest is posi- tioned so the lock knob is engaged in the notch before riding in that designated seating position. PRECAUTIONS ON SEA T BEL T USAGE If you are wearing your seat belt properly ad- justed and you are sitting upright a ...

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    WARNING ● Every person who drives or rides in this vehicle should use a seat belt at all times. Children should be properly re- strained in the rear seat and, if appro- priate, in a child restraint. WARNING ● The seat belt should be properly ad- justed to a snug fit. Failure to do so may reduce the effectiveness of the entire restraint system a ...

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    WARNING ● Always route the shoulder belt over your shoulder and across your chest. Never put the belt behind your back, under your arm or across your neck. The belt should be away from your face and neck, but not falling off your shoulder. ● Position the lap belt as low and snug as possible AROUND THE HIPS, NO T THE WAIST . A lap belt worn too ...

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    SEA T BEL T W ARNING LIGHT Both the driver’s and passenger’s front seats are equipped with a seat belt warning light. The warning light, located on the instrument panel, will show the status of the driver and passenger seat belt. NO TE: The front passenger seat belt warning light will not light up if the seat is not occupied. For additional inf ...

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    Fastening the seat belts 1. Adjust the seat. For additional information, refer to “Seats” in this section. 2. Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retractor and insert the tongue into the buckle 䊊 2 until you hear and feel the latch engage. ● The retractor is designed to lock dur- ing a sudden stop or on impact. A slow pulling motion permit ...

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    3. Position the lap belt portion low and snug on the hips 䊊 3 as shown. 4. Pull the shoulder belt portion toward the retractor to take up extra slack 䊊 4 . Be sure the shoulder belt is routed over your shoul- der and across your chest. The front passenger seat and the rear seating positions’ three-point seat belts have two modes of operation: ...

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    T o increase your confidence in the seat belts, check the operation as follows: ● Grasp the shoulder belt and pull forward quickly . The retractor should lock and re- strict further belt movement. If the retractor does not lock during this check or if you have any questions about seat belt opera- tion, see a NISSAN dealer. Shoulder belt height ad ...

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    WARNING ● Only NISSAN seat belt extenders, made by the same company which made the original equipment seat belts, should be used with NISSAN seat belts. ● Adults and children who can use the standard seat belt should not use an extender. Such unnecessary use could result in serious personal injury in the event of an accident. ● Never use seat ...

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    There are three basic types of child restraint systems: ● Rear-facing child restraints ● Forward-facing child restraints ● Booster seats The proper restraint depends on the child’s size. Generally , infants up to about 1 year and less than 20 lbs (9 kg) should be placed in rear-facing child restraints. Forward-facing child restraints are av ...

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    properly , the booster seat should raise the child so that the shoulder belt is properly positioned across the chest and the top, middle portion of the shoulder. The shoulder belt should not cross the neck or face and should not fall off the shoul- der. The lap belt should lie snugly across the lower hips or upper thighs, not the abdomen. A booster ...

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    – NISSAN recommends that all child restraints be installed in the rear seat. Studies show that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat. If you must install a forward-facing child restraint in the front seat, refer to “Forward-facing child restraint in- stallation using the seat belts” in this sectio ...

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    ● If the child restraint is compatible with your vehicle, place your child in the child restraint and check the various adjustments to be sure the child restraint is compatible with your child. Choose a child restraint that is designed for your child’s height and weight. Always follow all recommended procedures. ● If the combined weight of th ...

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    – Inspect the lower anchors by insert- ing your fingers into the lower anchor area. Feel to make sure there are no obstructions over the anchors such as seat belt webbing or seat cushion material. The child restraint will not be secured properly if the lower an- chors are obstructed. – Child restraint anchorages are de- signed to withstand only ...

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    When installing a child restraint, carefully read and follow the instructions in this manual and those supplied with the child restraint. T op tether anchor point locations The child restraint top tether strap must be used when installing the child restraint with the LA T CH lower anchor attachments or seat belts. For ad- ditional information, refe ...

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    REAR-F ACING CHILD RESTRAINT INST ALLA TION USING LA T CH For additional information, refer to all W arnings and Cautions in the “Child safety” and “Child restraints” sections of this manual before install- ing a child restraint. Do not use the lower anchors if the combined weight of the child and the child restraint exceeds 65 lbs (29.5 kg ...

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    3. For child restraints that are equipped with webbing-mounted attachments, remove any additional slack from the anchor attach- ments. Press downward and rearward firmly in the center of the child restraint with your hand to compress the vehicle seat cushion and seatback while tightening the webbing of the anchor attachments. 4. After attaching the ...

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    REAR-F ACING CHILD RESTRAINT INST ALLA TION USING THE SEA T BEL TS WARNING The three-point seat belt with Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) must be used when installing a child restraint. Failure to use the ALR mode will result in the child restraint not being properly secured. The restraint could tip over or be loose and cause injury to a child in ...

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    Follow these steps to install a rear-facing child restraint using the vehicle seat belts in the rear seats: 1. Child restraints for infants must be used in the rear-facing direction and therefore must not be used in the front seat. Position the child restraint on the seat. Always follow the restraint manufacturer’s instructions. 2. Route the seat ...

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    4. Allow the seat belt to retract. Pull up on the shoulder belt to remove any slack in the belt. 5. Remove any additional slack from the seat belt; press downward and rearward firmly in the center of the child restraint to compress the vehicle seat cushion and seatback while pulling up on the seat belt. 6. After attaching the child restraint, test ...

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    7. Check to make sure that the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use. If the seat belt is not locked, repeat steps 1 through 6. After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt fully retracted, the ALR mode (child restraint mode) is canceled. FORW ARD-F ACING CHILD RESTRAINT INST ALLA TION USING LA T CH For additional informat ...

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    3. The back of the child restraint should be secured against the vehicle seatback. If necessary , adjust or remove the head restraint/headrest to obtain the correct child restraint fit. If the head restraint/headrest is removed, store it in a secure place. Be sure to reinstall the head restraint/headrest when the child restraint is removed. For add ...

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    7. Check to make sure the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use. If the child restraint is loose, repeat steps 2 through 6. 䊊 1 T op tether strap 䊊 2 Anchor point Installing top tether strap The child restraint top tether strap must be used when installing the child restraint with the LA T CH lower anchor attachments. First, sec ...

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    2. Position the top tether strap 䊊 1 over the seatback. 3. Secure the tether strap to the tether anchor point 䊊 2 on the ledge behind the child re- straint. 4. Tighten the tether strap according to the manufacturer’s instructions to remove any slack. If you have any questions when installing a top tether strap, consult your NISSAN dealer for ...

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    Follow these steps to install a forward-facing child restraint using the vehicle seat belt in the rear seats or in the front passenger seat: 1. If you must install a child restraint in the front seat, it should be placed in a forward-facing direction only. Move the seat to the rearmost position. Child restraints for infants must be used in the rear ...

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    4. Pull the shoulder belt until the belt is fully extended. At this time, the seat belt retractor is in the ALR mode (child restraint mode) . It reverts to ELR mode when the seat belt is fully retracted. 5. Allow the seat belt to retract. Pull up on the shoulder belt to remove any slack in the belt. 6. Remove any additional slack from the seat belt ...

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    8. After attaching the child restraint, test it be- fore you place the child in it. Push it from side to side while holding the child restraint near the seat belt path. The child restraint should not move more than 1 inch (25 mm) , from side to side. T ry to tug it forward and check to see if the belt holds the restraint in place. If the restraint ...

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    䊊 1 T op tether strap 䊊 2 Anchor point Installing top tether strap The child restraint top tether strap must be used when installing the child restraint with seat belts. First, secure the child restraint with the seat belt. Rear bench seat OUTBOARD SEA TING POSITIONS 1. Remove the head restraint/headrest and store it in a secure place. Be sure ...

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    Precautions on booster seats WARNING If a booster seat and seat belt are not used properly, the risk of a child being injured in a sudden stop or collision greatly increases: – Make sure the shoulder portion of the belt is away from the child’s face and neck and the lap portion of the belt does not cross the stomach. – Make sure the shoulder ...

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    ● Make sure the child’s head will be properly supported by the booster seat or vehicle seat. The seatback must be at or above the center of the child’s ears. For example, if a low back booster seat is chosen, the vehicle seatback must be at or above the center of the child’s ears. If the seatback is lower than the center of the child’s ea ...

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    3. The booster seat should be positioned on the vehicle seat so that it is stable. If necessary , adjust or remove the head restraint/headrest to obtain the correct booster seat fit. If the head restraint/headrest is removed, store it in a secure place. Be sure to reinstall the head restraint/headrest when the booster seat is removed. For additiona ...

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    PRECAUTIONS ON SRS This SRS section contains important information concerning the following systems: ● Driver and passenger supplemental front- impact air bag (NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System) ● Front seat-mounted side-impact supple- mental air bag ● Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and roll- over supplemental air bag ● Seat belt with preten ...

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    WARNING ● The front air bags ordinarily will not inflate in the event of a side impact, rear impact, rollover, or lower severity fron- tal collision. Always wear your seat belts to help reduce the risk or severity of injury in various kinds of accidents. ● The front passenger air bag will not inflate if the passenger air bag status light is lit ...

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    WARNING ● Never let children ride unrestrained or extend their hands or face out of the window. Do not attempt to hold them in your lap or arms. Some examples of dangerous riding positions are shown in the illustrations. ARS1133 ARS1041 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-43 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...

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    ARS1042 ARS1043 ARS1044 1-44 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...

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    WARNING ● Children may be severely injured or killed when the front air bags, side air bags or curtain air bags inflate if they are not properly restrained. Pre-teens and children should be properly re- strained in the rear seat, if possible. ● Even with the NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System, never install a rear-facing child restraint in the fron ...

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    WARNING ● The seat belts, the side air bags and curtain air bags are most effective when you are sitting well back and upright in the seat with both feet on the floor. The side air bag and curtain air bag inflate with great force. Do not allow anyone to place their hand, leg or face near the side air bag on the side of the seatback of the front s ...

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    WARNING ● When sitting in the rear seat, do not hold onto the seatback of the front seat. If the side air bag inflates, you may be seriously injured. Be especially careful with children, who should always be properly restrained. Some examples of dangerous riding positions are shown in the illustrations ● Do not use seat covers on the front seat ...

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    NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System (front seats) 1. T op tether strap anchor 2. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and roll- over supplemental air bag inflators 3. Rear seat belts 4. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and roll- over supplemental air bag 5. Front seat-mounted side-impact supple- mental air bag 6. Head restraints/headrests 7. Front seat belt ...

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    WARNING T o ensure proper operation of the passen- ger’s NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System, please observe the following items. ● Do not allow a passenger in the rear seat to push or pull on the seatback pocket. ● Do not place heavy loads heavier than 2.2 lb (1 kg) on the seatback, head restraint/headrest or in the seatback pocket. ● Do not st ...

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    crash, depending on the crash severity and whether the front occupants are belted or un- belted. Additionally , the front passenger air bag may be automatically turned off under some con- ditions, depending on the weight detected on the passenger seat and how the seat belt is used. If the front passenger air bag is OFF , the passenger air bag statu ...

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    Status light The front passenger seat is equipped with an Occupant Classification Sensor (weight sensor) that turns the front passenger air bag on or off depending on the weight applied to the front passenger seat. The status of the front passen- ger air bag (ON or OFF) is indicated by a front passenger air bag status light which is located on the ...

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    by the regulations. Failing to properly secure child restraints and to use the ALR mode may allow the restraint to tip or move in a collision or sudden stop. This can also result in the passen- ger air bag inflating in a crash instead of being OFF . For additional information, refer to “Child restraints” in this section for proper use and in- s ...

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    Steps 1. Adjust the seat as outlined in the “Seats” section of the Owner’s Manual. Sit upright, leaning against the seatback, and centered on the seat cushion with your feet comfort- ably extended to the floor. 2. Make sure there are no objects on the occu- pant’s lap. 3. Fasten the seat belt as outlined in the “Seat belts” section of t ...

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    ● The front seat or seatback is forced back against an object on the seat or floor behind it. ● An object placed under the front passen- ger’s seat. ● An object placed between the seat cushion and center console or between the seat cushion and the door. If the vehicle is moving, please come to a stop when it is safe to do so. Check and corr ...

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    ● Do not place objects with sharp edges on the seat. Also, do not place heavy objects on the seat that will leave per- manent impressions in the seat. Such objects can damage the seat or Occu- pant Classification Sensors (weight sensors) . This can affect the operation of the air bag system and result in seri- ous personal injury. ● Do not use ...

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    ● Work on and around the front air bag system should be done by a NISSAN dealer. Installation of electrical equip- ment should also be done by a NISSAN dealer. The Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) wiring harnesses* should not be modified or disconnected. Unau- thorized electrical test equipment and probing devices should not be used on the air ...

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    The seat belts should be correctly worn and the driver and passenger seated upright as far as practical away from the side air bag. Rear seat passengers should be seated as far away as practical from the door finishers and side roof rails. The side air bags and curtain air bags inflate quickly in order to help protect the occupants. Because of this ...

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    SEA T BEL TS WITH PRETENSIONERS (front seats) WARNING ● The pretensioners cannot be reused af- ter activation. They must be replaced together with the retractor and buckle as a unit. ● If the vehicle becomes involved in a collision but a pretensioner is not acti- vated, be sure to have the pretensioner system checked and, if necessary, re- plac ...

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    1. SRS air bag warning labels (located on the sun visors) SUPPLEMENT AL AIR BAG W ARNING LABELS W arning labels about the supplemental front- impact air bag system are placed in the vehicle as shown in the illustration. WARNING Extreme Hazard! Do not use a rearward facing child restraint on a seat protected by an air bag in front of it! SUPPLEMENT ...

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    Repair and replacement procedure The front air bags, side air bags, curtain air bags and pretensioners are designed to inflate on a one-time-only basis. As a reminder, unless it is damaged, the supplemental air bag warning light remains illuminated after inflation has occurred. Repair and replacement of these supplemental air bag systems should be ...

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    MEMO Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-61 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...

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    2 Instruments and controls Instrument panel ...................................2 - 2 Meter and gauges .................................2 - 3 Speedometer and odometer .....................2 - 4 T achometer ....................................2 - 5 Engine coolant temperature gauge ...............2 - 5 Fuel gauge ....................................2 ...

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    Console box .................................. 2-43 Grocery hooks ................................ 2-44 Windows ........................................ 2-44 P ower windows ............................... 2-44 Moonroof (if so equipped) ......................... 2-47 P ower moonroof ............................... 2-47 Interior light ............... ...

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    1. Instrument brightness control/T rip com- puter reset switch (P . 2-35, P . 2-4) 2. V ents (P . 4-24) 3. Headlight/fog light (if so equipped)/turn signal switch (P . 2-31) 4. Driver supplemental air bag/horn (P . 1-41, P . 2-36) 5. Meters and gauges (P . 2-3) 6. Paddle shift controls (if so equipped) (P . 5-15) 7. Windshield wiper/washer switch ( ...

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    22. V ehicle Dynamic Control OFF switch (P . 2-39) T runk opener release switch (P . 3-30) Heated steering wheel switch (if so equipped) (P . 2-38) W arning system switch (if so equipped) (P . 2-38) * Refer to the Navigation System Owner’s manual (if so equipped) See the page number indicated in paren- theses for operating details. 1. T achometer ...

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    SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER This vehicle is equipped with a speedometer and odometer. The speedometer is located on the right side of the meter cluster. The odometer is located within the vehicle information display Speedometer The speedometer indicates vehicle speed. Odometer/T win trip odometer The odometer 䊊 1 and the twin trip odometer 䊊 2 are ...

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    T ACHOMETER The tachometer indicates engine speed in revo- lutions per minute (rpm) . Do not rev engine into the red zone 䊊 1 . CAUTION When engine speed approaches the red zone, shift to a higher gear or reduce en- gine speed. Operating the engine in the red zone may cause serious engine damage. ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERA TURE GAUGE The gauge indica ...

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    FUEL GAUGE The gauge indicates the approximate fuel level in the tank. The gauge may move slightly during braking, turning, acceleration, or going up or down hills. The gauge needle returns to 0 (Empty) after the ignition switch is placed in the OFF position. The low fuel warning light comes on when the amount of fuel in the tank is getting low. Re ...

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    Press the button for about 1 second when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position to toggle the compass display 䊊 1 on or off. The display will indicate the direction of the vehicle’s heading. N: North E: East S: South W: West If the display reads “C” , calibrate the compass by driving the vehicle in three complete circles at less t ...

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    ● If a magnet is located near the com- pass or the vehicle is driven where the terrestrial magnetism is disturbed, the compass display may not indicate the correct direction. ● In places where the terrestrial magne- tism is disturbed, the correction of the direction starts automatically. Inaccurate compass direction The compass display is equip ...

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    ● The compass may not indicate the correct compass point in tunnels or while driving up or down a steep hill. (The compass returns to the correct compass point when the ve- hicle moves to an area where the geomag- netism is stabilized.) CAUTION ● Do not install a ski rack, antenna, etc ., which are attached to the vehicle by means of a magnet. ...

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    Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light Supplemental air bag warning light Overdrive OFF indicator light (if so equipped) or or Brake warning light Cruise main switch indicator light (if so equipped) Security indicator light Charge warning light Cruise set switch indicator light (if so equipped) Side light and headlight indicator light (green) ...

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    Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the ABS warning light illuminates and then turns off. This indicates the ABS is opera- tional. If the ABS light comes on while the engine is running, it may indicate the anti-lock braking sys- tem is not functioning properly . Have the system checked ...

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    CAUTION ● Do not ground electrical accessories di- rectly to the battery terminal. Doing so will bypass the variable control system and the vehicle battery may not charge completely. For additional information, refer to “Variable voltage control sys- tem” in the “Maintenance and do-it- yourself” section of this manual. ● Do not continue ...

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    ● If the light illuminates while driving, avoid sudden steering maneuvers or abrupt braking, reduce vehicle speed, pull off the road to a safe location and stop the vehicle as soon as possible. Driving with under-inflated tires may permanently damage the tires and in- crease the likelihood of tire failure. Se- rious vehicle damage could occur and ...

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    Seat belt warning light and chime The light and chime remind you to fasten your seat belts. The light illuminates whenever the ignition switch is placed in the ON or ST ART position and remains illuminated until the driver’s seat belt is fastened. At the same time, the chime sounds for about 6 seconds unless the driver’s seat belt is securely f ...

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    Front passenger air bag status light The front passenger air bag status light ( ) will be lit and the passenger front air bag will be OFF depending on how the front passenger seat is being used. For front passenger air bag status light operation, refer to “Front passenger air bag and status light” in the “Safety — Seats, seat belts and supp ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 97

    Overdrive OFF indicator light (if so equipped) QR25DE: The overdrive off indicator light illuminates when the overdrive off mode is selected. VQ35DE: This light illuminates and then turns off when the ignition switch is placed to the ON position. QR25DE and VQ35DE: For additional information, refer to “Continuously V ariable T ransmission (CVT)? ...

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    AUDIBLE REMINDERS Brake pad wear warning The disc brake pads have audible wear warnings. When a disc brake pad requires replacement, it makes a high pitched scraping sound when the vehicle is in motion, whether or not the brake pedal is depressed. Have the brakes checked as soon as possible if the warning sound is heard. Light reminder chime With t ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 99

    HOW T O USE THE VEHICLE INFORMA TION DISPLA Y The vehicle information display can be changed using the buttons and ENTER located on the steering wheel. 1. — navigate through the items in ve- hicle information ENTER — change or select an item in the vehicle information display 2. — go back to the previous menu 3. — select/enter the Vehicle i ...

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    Driver Assistance (if so equipped) T o change the status, warnings or turn on or off any of the systems/warnings displayed in the “Driver Assistance” menu: Use the button to select and the ENTER button to change a menu item: ● Driving Aids (if so equipped) ● Parking Aids (if so equipped) Driving Aids (if so equipped) T o change the status, ...

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    Auto Door Unlock The auto door unlock function automatically un- locks all the doors when the shift lever is placed in the P (Park) position. From the V ehicle Settings menu, select “ Auto Door Unlock”. Use the EN- TER button to enable/disable this function. Answer Back Horn When the answer back horn is on, the horn will chirp and the hazard in ...

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    Body Color The color of the vehicle that displays in the ve- hicle information display when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position can be changed. 1. scheduled service: oil and oil filter 2. tires 3. other Maintenance The maintenance mode allows you to set alerts for the reminding of maintenance intervals. T o change an item: 1. Press the ...

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    WARNING The tire replacement indicator is not a substitute for regular tire checks, includ- ing tire pressure checks. For additional information, refer to “Changing wheels and tires” in the “Maintenance and do-it- yourself” section of this manual. Many fac- tors including tire inflation, alignment, driving habits and road conditions affect ...

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    Units The units that are shown in the vehicle informa- tion display can be changed: ● Mileage ● Tire pressures ● T emperature Use the , , and the ENTER buttons to select and change the units of the vehicle infor- mation display. The units of the navigation screen can be changed independently of the vehicle information display. For vehicles eq ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 105

    VEHICLE INFORMA TION DISPLA Y W ARNINGS AND INDICA T ORS 1. No K ey Detected 2. Key ID Incorrect 3. Shift to Park 4. Push ignition to OFF 5. Key battery low 6. Engine start operation for Intelligent Key sys- tem 7. Release parking brake 8. Low Fuel 9. Low W asher Fluid 10. Door Open 11. T runk Open LIC2563 2-24 Instruments and controls I n f o r m ...

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    12. Timer Alert – Time for a driver break? 13. Low Outside T emperature 14. Power will turn off to save the battery 15. CVT Error: See Owner’s Manual 16. Reminder: T urn OFF headlights 17. Low Oil Pressure: See Owner’s Manual 18. Key Registration Complete 19. Tire Pressure Low - Add Air 20. TPMS Error: See Owner’s Manual 21. Remote Start (i ...

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    Low Washer Fluid This warning illuminates when the windshield- washer fluid is at a low level. Add windshield- washer fluid as necessary. For additional informa- tion, refer to “Windshield-washer fluid” in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section of this manual. Door/liftgate Open This warning illuminates when a door has been opened whe ...

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    Push to start This warning appears in the vehicle information display when the vehicle has been started using the remote start function. T o start the vehicle, apply the brake and place the ignition switch in the ON position. Loose Fuel Cap This warning appears when the fuel-filler cap is not tightened correctly after the vehicle has been refueled. ...

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    4. Confirm that the security indicator light comes on. The security light stays on for about 30 seconds. The vehicle security sys- tem is now pre-armed. After about 30 sec- onds the vehicle security system automati- cally shifts into the armed phase. The security light begins to flash once every 3 seconds. If, during the 30-second pre-arm time peri ...

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    NO TE: Changes or modifications not expressly ap- proved by the party responsible for compli- ance could void the user’s authority to op- erate the equipment. For Canada: This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s) . Opera- tion is subject to the following two condi- tions: (1) this device may not cause inter- ference ...

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    If the windshield wiper operation is interrupted by snow or ice, the wiper may stop moving to protect its motor. If this occurs, turn the wiper switch to the OFF position and remove the snow or ice that is on and around the wiper arms. In approximately 1 minute, turn the switch on again to operate the wiper. SWIT CH OPERA TION The windshield wiper ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 112

    T o defrost the rear window glass and outside mirrors (if so equipped) , start the engine and push the rear window defroster switch on. The rear window defroster indicator light on the switch comes on. Push the switch again to turn the defroster off. The rear window defroster automatically turns off after approximately 15 minutes. CAUTION When clea ...

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    ● The life of xenon headlights will be shortened by frequent on-off opera- tion. It is generally desirable not to turn off the headlights for short intervals (for example, when the vehicle stops at a traffic signal) . Even when the daytime running lights are active (Canada only) , the xenon headlights do not turn on. This way the life of the xeno ...

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    HEADLIGHT CONTROL SWIT CH Lighting 䊊 1 When turning the switch to the posi- tion, the front parking, tail, license plate and instrument panel lights come on. 䊊 2 When turning the switch to the posi- tion, the headlights come on and all the other lights remain on. CAUTION Use the headlights with the engine run- ning to avoid discharging the vehi ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 115

    NO TE: Autolight activation sensitivity and the time delay for autolight shutoff can be adjusted. For additional information, refer to “V e- hicle information display” in this section. T o turn on the autolight system: 1. T urn the headlight switch to the AUT O posi- tion 䊊 1 . 2. T urn the ignition switch to ON. 3. The autolight system autom ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 116

    DA YTIME RUNNING LIGHT S Y STEM (Canada only) The headlights automatically illuminate at a re- duced intensity when the engine is started with the parking brake released. The daytime running lights operate with the headlight switch in the OFF position or in the position. T urn the headlight switch to the position for full illumination when driving ...

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    Lane change signal 䊊 2 Move the lever up or down until the turn signal begins to flash, but the lever does not latch, to signal a lane change. Hold the lever until the lane change is completed. Move the lever up or down until the turn signal begins to flash, but the lever does not latch, and release the lever. The turn signal will automatically f ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 118

    The front seats are warmed by built-in heaters. 1. Start the engine. 2. Push the L O or HI position of the switch, as desired. The indicator light in the switch will illuminate. The heater is controlled by a thermostat, automatically turning the heater on and off. The indicator light will remain on as long as the switch is on. 3. When the seat is w ...

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    The heated steering wheel system is designed to operate only when the surface temperature of the steering wheel is below approximately 68°F (20°C) . Push the heated steering wheel switch to warm the steering wheel after the engine starts. The indicator light will come on. If the surface temperature of the steering wheel is below 68°F (20°C) , t ...

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    twice and the BSW indicator light will flash. For additional information, refer to “Blind Spot Warn- ing (BSW) System/Lane Departure Warning (LDW) System” in the “Starting and driving” sec- tion. The LDW system will sound a warning chime and the LDW indicator light (orange) in the vehicle information display blinks to alert the driver if th ...

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    The power outlets are for powering electrical accessories such as cellular telephones. They are rated at 12 volt, 120W (10A) maximum. The power outlets are powered only when the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position. Open the lower half of the console box to access the power outlet. Refer to “Console box” in this section. CAUTION ● The ...

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    MAP POCKETS SEA TBACK POCKETS (if so equipped) The seatback pockets are located on the back of the driver’s and passenger’s seats. The pockets can be used to store maps. SUNGLASSES HOLDER T o open the sunglasses holder, push and release. Only store one pair of sunglasses in the holder. WARNING Keep the sunglasses holder closed while driving to ...

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    CAUTION ● Do not use for anything other than sunglasses. ● Do not leave sunglasses in the sun- glasses holder while parking in direct sunlight. The heat may damage the sunglasses. CUP HOLDERS The rear center cup holders are located in the rear fold-down armrest. CAUTION ● Avoid abrupt starting and braking when the cup holder is being used to ...

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    Soft bottle holder CAUTION ● Do not use bottle holder for any other objects that could be thrown about in the vehicle and possibly injure people during sudden braking or an accident. ● Do not use bottle holder for open liquid containers. GL OVE BOX Open the glove box by pulling the handle. Use the master key when locking 䊊 1 or unlocking 䊊 ...

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    Lower half Pull up on the passenger’s side latch to open the lower half of the console box. A power outlet is located inside the console box. GROCER Y HOOKS The grocery hooks are located in the trunk and can be used to hang a standard size plastic grocery bag. CAUTION Do not apply a total load of more than 20 lbs (9 kg) to a single grocery hook. ...

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    1. Window lock button 2. P ower door lock switch 3. Front passenger side switch 4. Right rear passenger side switch 5. Left rear passenger side switch 6. Driver side automatic switch Driver’s side power window switch The driver’s side control panel is equipped with switches to open or close all of the windows. T o open a window, push the switch ...

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    Rear power window switch The rear power window switches open or close only the corresponding windows. T o open the window , push the switch and hold it down 䊊 1 .T o close the window, pull the switch up 䊊 2 . Locking passengers’ windows When the window lock switch is depressed, only the driver’s side window can be opened or closed. Push it ...

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    1. Place the ignition switch in the ON position. 2. Press and hold the driver’s window switch down until the window opens completely. 3. Release the switch. 4. Pull and hold the driver’s window switch up to the second detent until the window glass has reached the full close position. Con- tinue to hold the window switch in the up position for 5 ...

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    If the moonroof does not operate properly after performing the procedure above, have your ve- hicle checked by a NISSAN dealer. Auto-reverse function (when closing or tilting down the moonroof) The auto-reverse function can be activated when the moonroof is closed or tilted down by auto- matic operation when the ignition switch is placed in the ON ...

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    䊊 1 The interior light can be turned ON regard- less of door position. The light will go off after a period of time unless the ignition switch is placed in the ON position when any door is opened. 䊊 2 The interior lights can be set to operate when the doors are opened. T o turn off the interior lights when a door open, push the switch, the inte ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 131

    T o turn the rear personal lights on, press the switch. T o turn them off, press the switch again. Push the button to turn the map lights on. T o turn them off, press the button again. CAUTION Do not use for extended periods of time with the engine stopped. This could result in a discharged battery. The light illuminates when the trunk lid is opene ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 132

    The HomeLink® Universal T ransceiver provides a convenient way to consolidate the functions of up to three individual hand-held transmitters into one built-in device. HomeLink® Universal T ransceiver: ● Will operate most Radio Frequency devices such as garage doors, gates, home and of- fice lighting, entry door locks and security systems. ● I ...

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    2. Using both hands, simultaneously press and hold the desired HomeLink® button and hand-held transmitter button. DO NO T re- lease until the HomeLink® indicator light 䊊 1 flashes slowly and then rapidly. When the indicator light flashes rapidly, both buttons may be released. (The rapid flashing indi- cates successful programming.) NO TE: Some ...

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    PROGRAMMING HOMELINK® FOR CANADIAN CUST OMERS AND GA TE OPENERS Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmit- ter signals to “time-out” (or quit) after several seconds of transmission – which may not be long enough for HomeLink® to pick up the signal during training. Similar to this Canadian law, some U.S. gate operators are designed to ? ...

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    CLEARING THE PROGRAMMED INFORMA TION The following procedure clears the programmed information from both buttons. Individual buttons cannot be cleared. However, individual buttons can be reprogrammed. For additional informa- tion, refer to “Reprogramming a single HomeLink® button” in this section. T o clear all programming: 1. Press and hold t ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 136

    3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments K e y s .............................................3 - 2 NISSAN Intelligent Key® . .......................3 - 2 NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System keys .........3 - 4 Doors ............................................3 - 4 Locking with key ................................3 - 4 Locking with inside lock knob ... ...

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    1. Intelligent Key (2 sets) 2. Mechanical key 3. K ey number plate (1 plate) NISSAN INTELLIGENT KEY® Y our vehicle can only be driven with the Intelligent K eys which are registered to your vehicle’s Intel- ligent Key system components and NISSAN V e- hicle Immobilizer System components. As many as four Intelligent K eys can be registered and us ...

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    ● Do not place the Intelligent Key near equipment that produces a magnetic field, such as a TV , audio equipment and personal computers. If an Intelligent Key is lost or stolen, NISSAN recommends erasing the ID code of that Intelligent Key from the vehicle. This may prevent the unauthorized use of the Intelligent Key to operate the vehicle. For i ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 139

    For additional information, refer to “Storage” in the “Instruments and controls” section and “Seats” in the “Safety — seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system” section. NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER S Y STEM KEY S Y ou can only drive your vehicle using the master keys which are registered to the NISSAN V ehicle Immobilizer ...

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    P ower The power door lock system allows you to lock or unlock all doors at the same time. T urning the key toward the front 䊊 1 of the vehicle locks all doors. T urning the key one time toward the rear 䊊 2 of the vehicle unlocks that door. From that position, returning the key to neutral 䊊 3 (where the key can only be removed and inserted) a ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 141

    L OCKING WITH POWER DOOR L OCK SWIT CH T o lock all the doors without a key , push the door lock switch (driver’s or front passenger’s side) to the lock position 䊊 1 . When locking the door this way , be certain not to leave the key inside the vehicle. T o unlock all the doors without a key, push the door lock switch (driver’s or front pass ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 142

    CHILD SAFETY REAR DOOR L OCK Child safety locks help prevent the rear doors from being opened accidentally, especially when small children are in the vehicle. The child safety lock levers are located on the edge of the rear doors. When the lever is in the unlock position 䊊 2 , the door can be opened from the outside or the inside. When the lever ...

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    In such cases, correct the operating conditions before using the Intelligent Key function or use the mechanical key. Although the life of the battery varies depending on the operating conditions, the battery’s life is approximately 2 years. If the battery is dis- charged, replace it with a new one. When the Intelligent K ey battery is low , an in ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 144

    OPERA TING RANGE The Intelligent Key functions can only be used when the Intelligent Key is within the specified operating range from the request switch 䊊 1 . When the Intelligent Key battery is discharged or strong radio waves are present near the operat- ing location, the Intelligent Key system’s operat- ing range becomes narrower, and the In ...

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    ● T o prevent the Intelligent K ey from being left inside the vehicle, make sure you carry the Intelligent K ey with you and then lock the doors. ● Do not pull the door handle before pushing the door handle request switch. The door will be unlocked but will not open. Release the door handle once and pull it again to open the door. NISSAN INTELL ...

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    NO TE: ● Request switches for all doors and trunk can be deactivated when the I-K ey Door Lock setting is switched to OFF in the Vehicle Settings of the vehicle information display. For additional information, refer to “V ehicle information display” in the “Instruments and controls” section. ● Doors lock with the door handle request swi ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 147

    ● When the Intelligent Key is placed in- side the door pockets. ● When the Intelligent Key is placed on or under the spare tire area. ● When the Intelligent Key is placed in- side or near metallic materials. Unlocking doors 1. Carry the Intelligent Key . 2. Push the door handle request switch 䊊 1 . 3. The hazard warning lights flash once an ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 148

    The interior light timer illuminates for a period of time when a door is unlocked and the room light switch is in the DOOR position. The interior light can be turned off without waiting by performing one of the following operations: ● Placing the ignition switch in the ON posi- tion. ● Locking the doors with the remote controller. ● Switching ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 149

    CAUTION When locking the doors using the Intelli- gent Key, be sure not to leave the key in the vehicle. Locking doors 1. Place the ignition switch in the LOCK posi- tion. 2. Close all doors. 3. Press the button on the Intelligent Ke y. 4. The hazard warning lights flash twice and the horn beeps once. 5. All doors will be locked. CAUTION After lock ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 150

    Unlocking doors 1. Press the button on the Intelligent Ke y. 2. The hazard warning lights flash once. 3. Press the button again within 60 sec- onds to unlock all doors and trunk. NO TE: The unlocking operation can be changed in Selective door unlock in the Vehicle Set- tings of the vehicle information display. For additional information, refer to ? ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 151

    Releasing the trunk lid Press the button for longer than 0.5 sec- onds to open the trunk lid. The trunk release button will not operate when the ignition switch is in the ON position or when the trunk cancel switch (if so equipped) is in the OFF position. For additional information, refer to “Cancel switch” in this section. Using the panic alar ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 152

    Answer back horn feature If desired, the answer back horn feature can be deactivated using the Intelligent Key . When it is deactivated and the L OCK button is pushed, the hazard indicator lights flash twice. When the UNL OCK button is pushed, nei- ther the hazard indicator lights nor the horn op- erates. NO TE: If you change the answer back horn a ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 153

    TROUBLESHOO TING GUIDE V erify the location of all Intelligent K eys that are programmed for the vehicle. If another Intelligent K ey is in range or inside the vehicle, the vehicle system may respond differently than expected. Symptom Possible Cause Remedy When stopping the engine The Shift to Park warning appears in the display and the inside warn ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 154

    Symptom Possible Cause Remedy When pushing the ignition switch to start the engine The Key low battery indicator appears in the display. The battery charge is low. Replace the battery with a new one. (For additional information, refer to “Battery” in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section.) The KEY ID Incorrect warning appears i n the ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 155

    WARNING ● Radio waves could adversely affect electric medical equipment. Those who use a pacemaker should contact the electric medical equipment manufac- turer for the possible influences before use. ● The Intelligent Key transmits radio waves when the buttons are pressed. The FA A advises the radio waves may affect aircraft navigation and comm ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 156

    CAUTION Listed below are conditions or occur- rences which will damage the Intelligent Key: ● Do not allow the Intelligent Key, which contains electrical components, to come into contact with water or salt water. This could affect the system function. ● Do not drop the Intelligent Key. ● Do not strike the Intelligent Key sharply against anoth ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 157

    Locking doors 1. Place the ignition switch in the LOCK posi- tion. 2. Close all doors. 3. Press the button on the Intelligent Ke y. 4. The hazard warning lights flash twice and the horn beeps once. 5. All doors will be locked. CAUTION After locking the doors using the Intelli- gent Key, be sure that the doors have been securely locked by operating ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 158

    NO TE: The unlocking operation can be changed in Selective door unlock in the Vehicle Set- tings of the vehicle information display. For additional information, refer to “V ehicle in- formation display” in the “Instruments and controls” section of this manual. All doors will be locked automatically unless one of the following operations is ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 159

    Using the panic alarm If you are near your vehicle and feel threatened, you may activate the panic alarm to call attention by pressing and holding the button on the Intelligent K ey for longer than 0.5 seconds. The panic alarm and headlights will stay on for a period of time. The panic alarm stops when: ● It has run for a period of time, or ● A ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 160

    W ARNING SIGNALS T o help prevent the vehicle from moving unex- pectedly by erroneous operation of the Intelligent K ey or to help prevent the vehicle from being stolen, a chime or buzzer sounds from inside and outside the vehicle and a warning is displayed in the instrument panel. When a chime or beep sounds or a warning is displayed, be sure to c ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 161

    Symptom Possible Cause Remedy When pushing the ignition switch to start the engine The Key low battery indicator appears in the display. The battery charge is low. Replace the battery with a new one. (For additional information, refer to “Battery” in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section.) The KEY ID Incorrect warning appears in the ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 162

    The button will be on the NISSAN Intelli- gent K ey® if the vehicle has remote engine start. This feature allows the engine to start from out- side the vehicle. The following features may be affected when the remote start feature is used: ● V ehicles with a manual climate control sys- tem will default to the last used heating or cooling mode. ? ...

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    The following events will occur when the engine starts: ● The parking lights will turn on and remain on as long as the engine is running. ● The doors will be locked and the climate control system may come on. ● The engine will continue to run for 10 min- utes. Repeat the steps to extend the time for an additional ten minutes. For additional i ...

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    ● The brake is pressed. ● The doors are not closed and locked. ● The trunk or back door is open. ● The I–Key Indicator Light remains solid in the vehicle information display. ● The alarm sounds due to illegal entry into the vehicle. ● T wo remote vehicle starts, or a single remote start with an extension, have already been used. ● T ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 165

    OPENER OPERA TION WARNING ● Do not drive with the trunk lid open. This could allow dangerous exhaust gases to be drawn into the vehicle. For addi- tional information, refer to “Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide)” in the “Starting and driving” section of the manual. ● Closely supervise children when they are around cars to prevent them from p ...

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    NO TE: Request switches for all doors and trunk can be deactivated when the I-Key Door Lock setting is switched to OFF in the Ve- hicle Settings of the vehicle information display. For additional information, refer to “V ehicle information display” in the “In- struments and controls” section of the manual. Cancel switch (if so equipped) Whe ...

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    T o open the trunk from the inside, pull the illumi- nated release handle until the lock releases and push up on the trunk lid. The release handle is made of a material that glows in the dark after a brief exposure to ambient light. The handle is located inside the trunk compart- ment on the interior of the trunk lid. OPENER OPERA TION The fuel-fil ...

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    ● Do not fill a portable fuel container in the vehicle or trailer. Static electricity can cause an explosion of flammable liquid, vapor or gas in any vehicle or trailer. T o reduce the risk of serious injury or death when filling portable fuel containers: – Always place the container on the ground when filling. – Do not use electronic devices ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 169

    L OOSE FUEL CAP warning The L OOSE FUEL CAP warning appears in the vehicle information display when the fuel-filler cap is not tightened correctly after the vehicle has been refueled. It may take a few driving trips for the message to be displayed. T o turn off the warning, perform the following: 1. Remove and install the fuel-filler cap as soon as ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 170

    TIL T OPERA TION Pull the lock lever down 䊊 1 and adjust the steer- ing wheel up or down 䊊 2 to the desired position. Push the lock lever up 䊊 1 firmly to lock the steering wheel in place. TELESCOPIC OPERA TION Pull the lock lever down 䊊 1 and adjust the steer- ing wheel forward or backward 䊊 3 to the desired position. Push the lock lever ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 171

    V ANITY MIRRORS T o access the vanity mirror, pull the sun visor down and flip open the mirror cover. Some vanity mirrors are illuminated and turn on when the mirror cover is open. REARVIEW MIRROR (if so equipped) Use the night position 䊊 1 to reduce glare from the headlights of vehicles behind you at night. Use the day position 䊊 2 when drivin ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 172

    T ype A (if so equipped) , T ype B (if so equipped) and T ype C (if so equipped) The indicator light 䊊 2 will illuminate when the automatic anti-glare feature is operating. T o turn off the automatic anti-glare feature, press: ● the button for inside mirrors without compass and without HomeLink® Universal T ransceiver. ● the O button for ins ...

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    OUTSIDE MIRRORS WARNING ● Do not adjust the mirrors while driving. Y ou could lose control of your vehicle and cause an accident. ● Objects viewed in the outside mirror on the passenger side are closer than they appear. Be careful when moving to the right. Using only this mirror could cause an accident. Use the inside mirror or glance over your ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 174

    4 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems Control panel buttons — color screen with Navigation System (if so equipped) ..................4 - 4 How to use the touch-screen . . ..................4 - 5 How to use the BACK button ..............4 - 7 How to use the [ ] button ..................4 - 7 button ........................ ...

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    FM/AM/SA T radio with compact disc (CD) player (T ype B) (if so equipped) ................. 4-62 USB (Universal Serial Bus) connection port (models without Navigation System) (if so equipped) ............................... 4-68 USB (Universal Serial Bus) connection port (models with Navigation System) (if so equipped) ............................. ...

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    Ending a call ................................. 4-106 T ext messaging ............................... 4-107 Bluetooth® settings .......................... 4-108 Manual control ............................... 4-109 Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System with Navigation System (if so equipped) ................ 4-110 Regulatory Information ............. ...

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    WARNING ● Positioning of the heating or air condi- tioning controls and display controls should not be done while driving in or- der that full attention may be given to the driving operation. ● Do not disassemble or modify this sys- tem. If you do, it may result in accidents, fire, or electrical shock. ● Do not use this system if you notice a ...

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    9. CAMERA button 10. NA V button* * For additional information regarding the Naviga- tion system control buttons, refer to the separate Navigation System Owner’s Manual. ** For additional information regarding the Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System control button, refer to “Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System with Navigation System (if so equi ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 179

    T ouch-screen operation Menu Item Result Selecting the item T ouch an item to select . T o select the “Audio” key, touch the “ Audio” key on the screen. T ouch the “BACK” key to return to the previous screen. Adjusting the item T ouch the “+” key or the “ ⫺ ” key to adjust the settings of an item. T ouch the up arrow to scroll ...

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    T ouch-screen maintenance If you clean the display screen, use a dry, soft cloth. If additional cleaning is necessary, use a small amount of neutral detergent with a soft cloth. Never spray the screen with water or de- tergent. Dampen the cloth first and then wipe the screen. HOW T O USE THE BACK BUTT ON Press the BACK button to return to the previ ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 181

    Menu item Result Audio Refer to “ Audio system” in this section for additional information. Navigation Refer to the separate Navigation System Owner’s Manual for additional information. Phone & Bluetooth Refer to “Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System with Navigation System” in this section. System T ouch this key to select and/or adjus ...

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    Menu item Result T emperature Unit T ouch this key to change the temperature unit being displayed (Fahrenheit or Celsius) . T ouchscreen click T oggles the touch-screen click feature on or off. When activated a click sound will be heard every time a key on the screen is touched. System Beeps T oggle the system beep tones feature on or off. When act ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 183

    When the shift lever is shifted into the R (Re- verse) position, the monitor display shows the view to the rear of the vehicle. WARNING Failure to follow the warnings and instruc- tions for proper use of the RearView Monitor could result in serious injury or death. ● The RearView Monitor is a convenience but it is not a substitute for proper back ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 184

    HOW T O READ THE DISPLA YED LINES Guiding lines which indicate the vehicle width and distances to objects with reference to the vehicle bumper line 䊊 A are displayed on the monitor. Distance guide lines: Indicate distances from the vehicle body. ● Red line 䊊 1 : approx. 1.5 ft (0.5 m) ● Y ellow line 䊊 2 : approx. 3 ft (1 m) ● Green line ...

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    the hill is the place 䊊 B . Note that any object on the hill is further than it appears on the monitor. Backing up on a steep downhill When backing up the vehicle down a hill, the distance guide lines and the vehicle width guide lines are shown farther than the actual distance. For example, the display shows 1.0 m (3 ft) to the place 䊊 A , but ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 186

    Backing up near a projecting object The vehicle may seem to nearly clear the object in the display. However, the vehicle may hit the object if it projects over the actual backing up course. Backing up behind a projecting object The position 䊊 C is shown farther than the position 䊊 B in the display . However, the position 䊊 C is actually at th ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 187

    For vehicles with Navigation System 1. When the car is in P (park) , press the [ ] button. 2. T ouch the SETTINGS key. 3. T ouch the SY STEM key. 4. Select CAMERA SETTINGS. 5. Use the TUNE-SCROLL knob and the ENTER/AUDIO button to switch between DA Y , NIGHT, and AUT O mode and to adjust the BRIGHTNESS, CONTRAST, and COL OR settings of the Rear Vie ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 188

    When the shift lever is shifted into the R (Re- verse) position, the monitor display shows view to the rear of the vehicle. Available views: ● Rear View An approximately 150–degree view of the rear of the vehicle. ● Rear-Wide View An approximately 180–degree view of the rear of the vehicle. WARNING Failure to follow the warnings and instruc ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 189

    HOW T O SWIT CH THE DISPLA Y 䊊 A : Original screen before the RearView Monitor is operated 䊊 B : Rear-wide view screen 䊊 C : Rear view screen 䊊 1 : Shift lever is moved into the R (Reverse) position 䊊 2 : Shift lever is moved out of the R (Reverse) position 䊊 3 : T ouch the “View” key on the screen ● When the shift lever is moved ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 190

    Rear view Guiding lines which indicate the vehicle width and distances to objects with reference to the bumper line 䊊 A are displayed on the monitor. Distance guide lines: Indicate distances from the bumper. ● Red line 䊊 1 : approx. 1.5 ft (0.5 m) ● Y ellow line 䊊 2 : approx. 3 ft (1 m) ● Green line 䊊 3 : approx. 7 ft (2 m) ● Green ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 191

    V ehicle width guide lines 䊊 5 : Indicates the vehicle width when backing up. HOW T O P ARK WITH PREDICTED COURSE LINES WARNING ● Always turn and check that it is safe to do so before backing up. Always back up slowly. ● Use the displayed lines as a reference. The lines are highly affected by the number of occupants, fuel level, vehicle posit ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 192

    3. Slowly back up the vehicle adjusting the steering wheel so that the predicted course lines 䊊 B enter the parking space 䊊 C . 4. Maneuver the steering wheel to make the vehicle width guide lines 䊊 D parallel to the parking space 䊊 C while referring to the pre- dicted course lines. 5. When the vehicle is parked in the space completely , mo ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 193

    when the vehicle is on a level, paved surface. The distance viewed on the monitor is for reference only and may be different than the actual distance between the vehicle and displayed objects. When backing up the vehicle up a hill, the dis- tance guide lines and the vehicle width guide lines are shown closer than the actual distance. For example, t ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 194

    Backing up near a projecting object The vehicle may seem to nearly clear the object in the display. However, the vehicle may hit the object if it projects over the actual backing up course. Backing up behind a projecting object The position 䊊 C is shown farther than the position 䊊 B in the display . However, the position 䊊 C is actually at th ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 195

    ● It may take some time until the RearView Monitor is displayed after the shift lever has been shifted to R (Reverse) . Objects may be distorted momentarily until the RearView Monitor screen is displayed completely . When the shift lever is returned to a position other than R (Reverse) , it may take some time until the screen changes. Objects on ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 196

    T urning the MOD system on or off The MOD system is turned on or off using the settings menu in the vehicle information display . A blue MOD icon is displayed if the MOD is operative. A gray MOD icon is displayed if the MOD is not operative. 1. Press the button until “Settings” dis- plays in the vehicle information display. Use the to select ? ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 197

    Camera Maintenance If dirt, rain or snow accumulates on the camera, the MOD system may not operate properly. Clean the camera. Adjust air flow direction by moving the vent slides. Open or close the vents by using the dial. Move the dial toward the to open the vents or toward the to close them. Side LHA2255 Center LHA2256 VENTS 4-24 Monitor, climate ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 198

    1. Fan speed control / system OFF dial / air conditioning (A/C) button 2. Air flow control buttons 3. T emperature control dial / MAX A/C button 4. Air recirculation button 5. Rear window and outside mirror (if so equipped) defroster button 6. Front windshield defrost button Rear LHA1134 LHA2243 HEA TER AND AIR CONDITIONER (manual) (if so equipped) ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 199

    WARNING ● The air conditioner cooling function op- erates only when the engine is running. ● Do not leave children or adults who would normally require the assistance of others alone in your vehicle. Pets should also not be left alone. They could accidentally injure themselves or others through inadvertent operation of the vehicle. Also, on hot ...

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    The air conditioner cooling function oper- ates only when the engine is running. Rear window and outside mirror (if so equipped) defroster button For additional information, refer to “Rear window and outside mirror (if so equipped) defroster switch” in the “Instruments and controls” section of this manual. HEA TER OPERA TION Heating This mo ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 201

    2. T urn the fan control dial to the desired posi- tion. 3. T urn the temperature control dial to the de- sired position between the middle and the hot position. ● When the position is selected, the air conditioner automatically turns on if the out- side temperature is more than 36°F (2°C) . This dehumidifies the air which helps defog the winds ...

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    ● After parking in the sun, drive for 2 or 3 min- utes with the windows open to vent hot air from the passenger compartment. Then, close the windows. This allows the air con- ditioner to cool the interior more quickly . ● The air conditioning system should be operated for approximately 10 minutes at least once a month. This helps pre- vent dama ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 203

    LHA2285 LHA2286 4-30 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...

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    LHA2287 LHA2288 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems 4-31 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 205

    1. (front defroster) button 2. T emperature control dial (driver’s side)/ AUT O (automatic) climate control but- ton 3. Display screen 4. T emperature control dial (passenger’s side)/DUAL (passenger’s side tempera- ture control) button 5. Fresh air intake button 6. Air recirculation button 7. A/C (air conditioner) button 8. MODE (manual air f ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 206

    NO TE: ● Odors from inside and outside the vehicle can build up in the air conditioner unit. Odor can enter the passenger compartment through the vents. ● When parking, set the heater and air condi- tioner controls to turn off air recirculation to allow fresh air into the passenger compart- ment. This should help reduce odors inside the vehicle ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 207

    Remote start logic (if so equipped) V ehicles equipped with automatic climate con- trols and remote start function may go into auto- matic heating or cooling mode when remote start is activated depending on outside and cabin tem- peratures. During this period, the climate control display and buttons will be inoperable until igni- tion switch is tur ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 208

    The air conditioner system in your NISSAN ve- hicle is charged with a refrigerant designed with the environment in mind. This refrigerant does not harm the earth’s ozone layer. Special charging equipment and lubricant is re- quired when servicing your NISSAN air condi- tioner. Using improper refrigerants or lubricants will cause severe damage to ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 209

    Static and flutter: During signal interference from buildings, large hills or due to antenna position (usually in conjunction with increased distance from the station transmitter) , static or flutter can be heard. This can be reduced by adjusting the treble control to reduce treble response. Multipath reception: Because of the reflective characteri ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 210

    Compact disc (CD) player CAUTION ● Do not force a compact disc into the CD insert slot. This could damage the CD and/or CD player. ● Trying to load a CD with the CD door closed could damage the CD and/or CD player. ● Only one CD can be loaded into the CD player at a time. ● Only use high quality 4.7 in (12 cm) round disc s that have the “ ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 211

    Compact disc with MP3 or WMA T erms ● MP3 — MP3 is short for Moving Pictures Experts Group Audio Layer 3. MP3 is the most well-known compressed digital audio file format. This format allows for near “CD quality” sound, but at a fraction of the size of normal audio files. MP3 conversion of an audio track from CD-ROM can reduce the file size ...

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    ● If there is a file in the top level of the disc, “Root Folder” is displayed. ● The playback order is the order in which the files were written by the writing software. Therefore, the files might not play in the desired order. Specification chart Supported media CD, CD-R, CD-RW Supported file systems ISO9660 LEVEL1, ISO9660 LEVEL2, Apple I ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 213

    T roubleshooting guide Symptom Cause and Countermeasure Cannot play Check if the disc was inserted correctly. Check if the disc is scratched or dirty . Check if there is condensation inside the player. If there is, wait until the condensation is gone (about 1 hour) before using the player. If there is a temperature increase error, the CD player wil ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 214

    USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connection P ort (if so equipped) WARNING Do not connect, disconnect or operate the USB device while driving. Doing so can be a distraction. If distracted you could lose control of your vehicle and cause an acci- dent or serious injury. CAUTION ● Do not force the USB device into the USB port. Inserting the USB device ti ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 215

    Bluetooth® streaming audio ● Some Bluetooth® audio devices may not be recognized by the in-vehicle audio system. ● It is necessary to set up the wireless con- nection between a compatible Bluetooth® audio device and the in-vehicle Bluetooth® module before using the Bluetooth® audio. ● Operating procedure of the Bluetooth® au- dio will v ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 216

    FM/AM RADIO WITH COMP ACT DISC (CD) PLA YER (T ype A) (if so equipped) For all operation precautions, refer to “ Audio op- eration precautions” in this section. 1. CD eject button 2. CD insert slot 3. SCAN button 4. DISP (display) button 5. RPT (repeat)/RDM (random) button 6. TUNE/FOLDER knob / MENU button 7. AUX IN jack 8. AUX button 9. CD but ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 217

    When no CD is loaded, the radio comes on. Pressing the (power) button again turns the system off. T urn the VOL (volume) control knob to the right to increase volume or to the left to decrease volume. MENU button (Bass, Treble, Balance, Fade, Speed Sensitive Volume and Clock) Press the MENU button to change the mode as follows: Bass → T reble → ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 218

    Press the FM button to change the band as follows: FM1 → FM2 → FM1 If another audio source is playing when the FM button is pressed, the audio source playing will automatically be turned off and the last radio station played will begin playing. The FM stereo indicator (ST) illuminates during FM stereo reception. When the stereo broadcast signal ...

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    (When the last track on the compact disc is skipped, the first track is played.) When the TRACK button is pressed, the track being played returns to the beginning. Press the TRACK button several times to skip back several tracks. Each time the button is pressed the CD moves back one track. RPT (repeat)/RDM (random) button Press the RPT/RDM button w ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 220

    FM/AM RADIO WITH COMP ACT DISC (CD) PLA YER (T ype B) (if so equipped) For all operation precautions, refer to “ Audio op- eration precautions” in this section. 1. CD eject button 2. CD button 3. Display screen 4. CD insert slot 5. SEEK button 6. SCAN button 7. TRACK button 8. BACK button 9. iPod MENU button 10. ENTER/SETTING button / TUNE/FOLD ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 221

    Audio main operation (power) button / VOL (volume) con- trol knob: Place the ignition switch in the ACC or ON position and press the (power) button while the system is off to call up the mode (radio, CD, AUX, Bluetooth® audio, USB or iP od®) that was playing immediately before the system was turned off. T o turn the system off, press the (power) ...

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    iPod® MENU button This button can only be used for iPod® opera- tions. Refer to “iPod® player operation without Navigation System” later in this section for details about the function of this button. FM/AM radio operation FM·AM button Press the FM·AM button to change the band as follows: AM → FM1 → FM2 → AM If another audio source is ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 223

    SEEK/TRACK (Reverse or Fast Forward) button: Press and hold the SEEK button or TRACK button for 1.5 seconds while the com- pact disc is playing to reverse or fast forward the track being played. The compact disc plays at an increased speed while reversing or fast forward- ing. When the button is released, the compact disc returns to normal play spe ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 224

    Additional features For additional information about the iP od® player available with this system, refer to “iPod® player operation without Navigation System” in this sec- tion. For additional information about the USB inter- face available with this system, refer to “USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connection Port (models without Navigation Sys ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 225

    5. SEEK button 6. SCAN button 7. TRACK button 8. BACK button 9. APPS button 10. ENTER/SETTING button / TUNE/FOLDER knob 11. Station select (1 - 6) buttons 12. RDM (random) button 13. RPT (repeat) button 14. (power) button / VOL (volume) control knob 15. DISP (display) button 16. MEDIA button 17. FM•AM button Audio main operation (power) button / ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 226

    Audio Bass Adjusts the bass to the desired level. T reble Adjusts the treble to the desired level. Balance Adjusts the balance to the desired level. Balance adjusts the sound level between the left and right speakers. Fade Adjusts the fade to the desired level. Fade adjusts the sound level between the front and rear speakers. Speed Sens V ol. (Spee ...

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    APPS button Press the APPS button to launch the Smartphone Integration Mode. Refer to “NissanConnect SM Mobile Apps” in this section for additional informa- tion about using this feature. For additional information on connecting your phone, refer to the “Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone system without Navigation” section. FM/AM radio operation ...

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    SEEK/TRACK (Reverse or Fast Forward) button: Press and hold the SEEK button or TRACK button for 1.5 seconds while the com- pact disc is playing to reverse or fast forward the track being played. The compact disc plays at an increased speed while reversing or fast forward- ing. When the button is released, the compact disc returns to normal play spe ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 229

    Additional features For additional information about the iP od® player available with this system, refer to “iPod® player operation without Navigation System” in this sec- tion. For additional information about the USB inter- face available with this system, refer to “USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connection Port (models without Navigation Sys ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 230

    5. SEEK button 6. SCAN button 7. CA T button 8. BACK button 9. APPS button 10. ENTER/SETTING button / TUNE/SCROLL knob 11. Station select (1 - 6) buttons 12. RDM (random) button 13. RPT (repeat) button 14. (power) button / VOL (volume) control knob 15. DISP (display) button 16. MEDIA button 17. FM•AM button *No satellite radio reception is availa ...

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    Audio Bass Adjusts the bass to the desired level. T reble Adjusts the treble to the desired level. Balance Adjusts the balance to the desired level. Balance adjusts the sound level between the left and right speakers. Fade Adjusts the fade to the desired level. Fade adjusts the sound level between the front and rear speakers. Speed Sens V ol. (Spee ...

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    APPS button Press the APPS button to launch the Smartphone Integration Mode. Refer to “NissanConnect SM Mobile Apps” in this section for additional informa- tion about using this feature. For additional information on connecting your phone, refer to the “Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone system without Navigation (T ype B)” sec- tion. FM/AM/SA T ...

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    2. T une to the desired station using manual, SEEK or SCAN tuning. Press and hold any of the desired station memory buttons (1 – 6) until the preset number is updated on the display and the sound is briefly muted. 3. The channel indicator will then come on and the sound will resume. Programming is now complete. 4. Other buttons can be set in the ...

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    RDM (random) button When the RDM button is pressed while a com- pact disc is playing, the play pattern can be changed as follows: CD: 1 Disc Random ←→ OFF CD with MP3 or WMA: 1 Disc Random → 1 Folder Random → OFF 1 Disc Random: all tracks on the disc will be played randomly. 1 Folder Random: all tracks in the current folder will be played r ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 235

    FM/AM/SA T RADIO WITH COMP ACT DISC (CD) PLA YER (T ype B) (if so equipped) For all operation precautions, refer to “ Audio op- eration precautions” in this section. 1. POWER button / VOL (volume) control knob 2. CD eject button 3. CD insert slot 4. ENTER/AUDIO button/TUNE/SCROLL knob 5. BACK button 6. button 7. TRACK button 8. SEEK button 9. D ...

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    Audio main operation POWER button/VOL (volume) control knob: Place the ignition switch in the ACC or ON position, and then push the POWER button while the system is off to call up the mode (radio or CD) which was playing immediately before the system was turned off. T o turn the system off, press the POWER button. T urn the VOL (volume) control kno ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 237

    SXM settings: T o view the SXM settings: 1. Press the [ ] button. 2. T ouch the “Settings” key . 3. T ouch the “SXM” key . The signal strength, activation status and other information are displayed on the screen. FM/AM/SA T radio operation FM·AM button: Press the FM·AM button to change the band as follows: AM → FM1 → FM2 → AM If ano ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 238

    1 to 6 Station memory operations: T welve stations can be set for the FM band (6 for FM1, 6 for FM2) and six stations can be set for the AM band. Eighteen stations can be set for the SXM band (6 for SXM1, 6 for SXM2 and 6 for SXM3) . 1. Choose the radio band AM, FM1 or FM2 using the FM·AM select button or choose the radio band SXM1, SXM2 and SXM3 ...

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    T o program a Smart Favorite preset: 1. Press the SXM button. 2. T ouch the “Setup” key . 3. T ouch the “T une Start” key to activate (ON) or deactivate (OFF) Smart Favorites. 4. T ouch the “ Add Preset” key to select an available preset. For additional information regarding preset memory options, refer to “1 to 6 station memory opera ...

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    REWIND/ FAST FORWARD T o rewind/ fast forward a track, hold the or seek/track button. Compact disc (CD) player operation If the radio is already operating, it automatically turns off and the compact disc begins to play. CD button When the CD button is pressed with the system off and the compact disc loaded, the system will turn on and the compact d ...

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    SEEK/TRACK (Reverse or Fast Forward) buttons: Press and hold the SEEK button or TRACK button for 1.5 seconds while the com- pact disc is playing to reverse or fast forward the track being played. The compact disc plays at an increased speed while reversing or fast forward- ing. When the button is released, the compact disc returns to normal play sp ...

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    CAUTION ● Do not force the USB device into the USB port. Inserting the USB device tilted or up-side-down into the port may damage the port. Make sure that the USB device is connected correctly into the USB port. ● Do not grab the USB port cover (if so equipped) when pulling the USB device out of the port. This could damage the port and the cove ...

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    The current play pattern of the USB device is displayed on the screen unless no pattern is applied. RPT (repeat) button When the RPT button is pressed while an audio file on the USB device is playing, the play pattern can be changed as follows: 1 Folder Repeat → 1 T rack Repeat → OFF 1 T rack Repeat: the current track will be re- peated. 1 Fold ...

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    CAUTION ● Do not force the USB device into the USB port. Inserting the USB device tilted or up-side-down into the port may damage the port. Make sure that the USB device is connected correctly into the USB port. ● Do not grab the USB port cover (if so equipped) when pulling the USB device out of the port. This could damage the port and the cove ...

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    Press the TRACK button while an audio file on the USB device is playing to advance one track. Press the TRACK button several times to skip forward several tracks. If the last track in a folder on the USB device is skipped, the first track of the next folder is played. Random and repeat play mode: Item Result Random and repeat play mode While files ...

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    iP od®* PLA YER OPERA TION WITHOUT NA VIGA TION S Y STEM (if so equipped) Connecting iP od® WARNING Do not connect, disconnect or operate the USB device while driving. Doing so can be a distraction. If distracted you could lose control of your vehicle and cause an acci- dent or serious injury. CAUTION ● Do not force the USB device into the USB ...

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    ● iP od® nano - 5th generation (firmware ver- sion 1.0.2 or later) ● iP od® nano - 6th generation (firmware ver- sion 1.1 or later) ● iP od® T ouch - 2nd generation (firmware version 4.2.1 or later) ● iP od® T ouch - 3rd generation (firmware ver- sion 5.1 or later) (minimum iOS 5.0 required for smartphone integration) ● iP od® T ouch ...

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    1 T rack Repeat: the current track will be re- peated. All Repeat: all songs in the current list are re- peated. Repeat Off: no repeat play pattern is applied. RANDOM (RDM) When the RDM button is pressed while a track is being played, the play pattern can be changed as follows: Shuffle Off → T rack Shuffle → Album Shuffle → Shuffle Off T rack ...

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    While connected to the vehicle, the iPod® can only be operated by the vehicle audio controls. T o disconnect the iPod® from the vehicle, re- move the USB end of the cable from the USB jack on the vehicle, then remove the cable from the iPod®. * iPod® is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Compatibility The fol ...

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    Interface: The interface for iP od® operation shown on the vehicle’s audio system display screen is similar to the iP od® interface. Use the touch-screen, BACK button or the TUNE/SCROLL knob to navigate the menus on the screen. When the iPod® is playing, touch the “Menu” key to bring up the iPod® interface. Depending on the iPod® model, ...

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    SEEK/TRACK buttons: Press the SEEK button or TRACK button to skip backward or forward one track. Press and hold the SEEK button or TRACK button for 1.5 seconds while a track is playing to reverse or fast forward the track being played. The track plays at an increased speed while reversing or fast forwarding. When the but- ton is released, the track ...

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    4. When prompted for a PIN, enter “1234” from the handset. The PIN “1234” has been assigned by NISSAN and cannot be changed. Audio main operation T o switch to the Bluetooth® audio mode, press the AUX button repeatedly until the Bluetooth® audio mode is displayed on the screen. Use the vehicle audio controls or the Bluetooth® device’s ...

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    Connecting Bluetooth® audio T o connect your Bluetooth® audio device to the vehicle, follow the procedure below: 1. Press the button. 2. T ouch the “Settings” key . 3. T ouch the “Phone & Bluetooth” key. 4. T ouch the “Connect New Device” key. 5. The system acknowledges the command and asks you to initiate connecting from the phon ...

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    CD CARE AND CLEANING ● Handle a CD by its edges. Do not bend the disc. Never touch the surface of the disc. ● Always place the discs in the storage case when they are not being used. ● T o clean a disc, wipe the surface from the center to the outer edge using a clean, soft cloth. Do not wipe the disc using a circular motion. ● Do not use a ...

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    Push the source select switch to change the mode in the following sequence: AM → FM → CD* → USB/iPod®* (if so equipped) → Bluetooth® Audio* (if so equipped) → AUX* → AM. * These modes are only available when compat- ible media storage is inserted into the device or connected to the system. V olume control switch Push the volume contro ...

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    CAUTION ● Always properly tighten the antenna rod during installation or the antenna rod may break during vehicle operation. ● Be sure that the antenna is removed before the vehicle enters an automatic car wash. ● Be sure to fold down the antenna be- fore the vehicle enters a garage with a low ceiling. Window antenna (if so equipped) The ante ...

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    APPLICA TION DOWNL OAD Once connected, the NissanConnect SM Mobile Apps will search your phone to determine which compatible applications are currently installed. The vehicle will then download the in-vehicle interface for each of these compatible applica- tions. Once downloaded, the user can access many smartphone Applications through the ve- hicl ...

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    WARNING ● Use a phone after stopping your vehicle in a safe location. If you have to use a phone while driving, exercise extreme caution at all times so full attention may be given to vehicle operation. ● If you are unable to devote full attention to vehicle operation while talking on the phone, pull off the road to a safe location and stop you ...

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    phone module when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position with the previously connected cellular phone turned on and carried in the ve- hicle. NO TE: Some devices require the user to accept connections to other Bluetooth® devices. If your phone does not connect automatically to the system, consult the phone’s Owner’s Manual for detail ...

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    IC Regulatory information – Operation is subject to the following two con- ditions: (1) this device may not cause interfer- ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. – This Class B digital apparatus meets all re- quirements of the Canadian Interference- Causi ...

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    ● In most cases you can interrupt the voice feedback to speak the next command by pressing the button on the steering wheel. ● T o use the system faster, you may speak the second level commands with the main menu command on the main menu. For example, press the button and after the tone say , “Call Redial.” How to say numbers NISSAN Voice R ...

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    CONTROL BUTT ONS The control buttons for the Bluetooth® Hands- Free Phone System are located on the steering wheel. PHONE/SEND Press the button to initiate a VR session or answer an incoming call. Y ou can also use the button to interrupt the system feedback and give a command at once. For addi- tional information, refer to “V oice com- mands” ...

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    NO TE: Y ou must press the button within 5 seconds to change the language. 5. If you decide not to change the language, do not press either button. After 5 seconds, the VR session will end, and the language will not be changed. Connecting procedure NO TE: The connecting procedure must be per- formed when the vehicle is stationary. If the vehicle st ...

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    four” as the 3rd group. For dialing more than 10 digits or any special characters, say “Special Number” . For additional informa- tion, refer to “How to say numbers” in this section. 5. When you have finished speaking the phone number, the system repeats it back and an- nounces the available commands. 6. Say: “Dial” 䊊 D . The system ...

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    (Speak Digits) 䊊 B When prompted by the system, say the number you wish to call. For additional information, refer to “How to say numbers” and “Making a call by entering a phone number” in this section. “Special Number” 䊊 C For dialing more than 10 digits or any special characters, say “Special Number”. When the system acknowled ...

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    “Phonebook” (phones without automatic phonebook download function) NO TE: The “Transfer Entry” command is not avail- able when the vehicle is moving. Main Menu “Phonebook” “T ransfer Entry” 䊊 A “Delete Entry” 䊊 B “List Names” 䊊 C For phones that do not support automatic down- load of the phonebook (PBAP Bluetooth® pro ...

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    “Phonebook” (phones with automatic phonebook download function) NO TE: The “Transfer Entry” command is not avail- able when the vehicle is moving. Main Menu “Phonebook” S a yaN a m e “List Names” 䊊 A “Record Name” 䊊 B For phones that support automatic download of the phonebook (PBAP Bluetooth® profile) , the “Phonebook” ...

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    “Call Back” 䊊 D Use the Call Back command to dial the number of the last incoming call to the vehicle. “Redial” 䊊 E Use the Redial command to dial the number of the last outgoing call from the vehicle. “Connect Phone” NO TE: The Add Phone command is not available when the vehicle is moving. Main Menu “Connect Phone” “ Add Phon ...

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    VOICE ADAPT A TION (V A) MODE V oice Adaptation allows up to two out-of-dialect users to train the system to improve recognition accuracy . By repeating a number of commands, the users can create a voice model of their own voice that is stored in the system. The system is capable of storing a different voice adaptation model for each connected phon ...

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    ● outgoing ● call three one nine oh two ● nine seven pause pause three oh eight ● cancel ● call back number ● call star two zero nine five ● delete phone ● dial eight three zero five one ● record name ● four three pause two nine pause zero ● delete redial number ● phonebook list names ● call eight oh five four one ● corr ...

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    TROUBLESHOO TING GUIDE The system should respond correctly to all voice commands without difficulty. If problems are en- countered, try the following solutions. Where the solutions are listed by number, try each solution in turn, starting with number 1, until the problem is resolved. Symptom Solution System fails to interpret the command correctly. ...

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    WARNING ● Use a phone after stopping your vehicle in a safe location. If you have to use a phone while driving, exercise extreme caution at all times so full attention may be given to vehicle operation. ● If you are unable to devote full attention to vehicle operation while talking on the phone, pull off the road to a safe location and stop you ...

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    phone module when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position with the previously connected cellular phone turned on and carried in the ve- hicle. NO TE: Some devices require the user to accept connections to other Bluetooth® devices. If your phone does not connect automatic ally to the system, consult the phone’s Owner’s Manual for detai ...

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    IC Regulatory information – Operation is subject to the following two con- ditions: (1) this device may not cause interfer- ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. – This Class B digital apparatus meets all re- quirements of the Canadian Interference- Causi ...

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    ● If you want to adjust the volume of the voice feedback, press the volume control switches (+ or -) on the steering wheel while being provided with feedback. Y ou can also use the radio volume control knob. V oice Prompt Interrupt In most cases you can interrupt the voice feed- back to speak the next command by pressing the button on the steerin ...

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    CONNECTING PROCEDURE NO TE: The connecting procedure must be per- formed when the vehicle is stationary. If the vehicle starts moving during the procedure, the procedure will be cancelled. T o connect a phone to the Bluetooth® Hands- Free Phone System: 1. Press the SETTING button. 2. Use the TUNE/SCROLL knob to select “Bluetooth” and then pres ...

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    VOICE COMMANDS V oice commands can be used to operate the Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System. Press the button and say “Phone” to bring up the phone command menu. The available options are: ● Call ● Phonebook ● Recent Calls ● Messaging (if available) ● Show Applications (if available) ● Select Phone or Device “Call” For additio ...

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    ● Missed Calls Speak this command to list the last five missed calls to the vehicle. If the call is from an entry in the phonebook, the name will be displayed. Otherwise, the phone number of the missed call will be displayed. Say “Dial” to call the number or “Send T ext” to send a text message to that number. Say “Next Entry” or “Pr ...

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    ● “Phone Number” — Speak this command to place a call by inputting numbers. For 7– to 10–digit phone number, speak the numbers. Say “Correction” at any time in the process to correct a misspoken or misinterpreted number. For phone numbers with more dig- its or special characters, say “Special Num- ber” , then speak the digits. U ...

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    TEXT MESSAGING WARNING ● Laws in some jurisdictions may restrict the use of “T ext-to-Speech.” Check lo- cal regulations before using the feature. ● Laws in some jurisdictions may restrict the use of some of the applications and features, such as social networking and texting. Check local regulations for any requirements. ● Use the text m ...

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    5. Once a recipient is chosen, the system prompts for which message to send. Five predefined messages are available as well as three custom messages. T o choose one of the predefined messages, speak one of the following: ● “Driving, can’t text” ● “Call me” ● “On my way” ● “Running late” ● “Okay” T o send one of the c ...

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    ● Delete Phone or Device Select to delete a phone from the displayed list. The system will ask to confirm before deleting the phone. ● Replace Phone Select to replace a phone from the displayed list. When a selection is made, the system will ask to confirm before proceeding. The recorded phonebook for the phone being deleted will be saved as lo ...

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    WARNING ● Use a phone after stopping your vehicle in a safe location. If you have to use a phone while driving, exercise extreme caution at all times so full attention may be given to vehicle operation. ● If you are unable to devote full attention to vehicle operation while talking on the phone, pull off the road to a safe location and stop you ...

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    phone module when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position with the connected cellular phone turned on and carried in the vehicle. Y ou can register up to 5 different Bluetooth® cellular phones to the in-vehicle phone module. However, you can talk on only one cellular phone at a time. NISSAN V oice Recognition system supports the phone com ...

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    2. this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause unde- sired operation of the device. IC Regulatory information – Operation is subject to the following two con- ditions: (1) this device may not cause interfer- ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired ...

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    5. Initiate the connecting process from the handset. The system will display the mes- sage: “Is PIN XXXXXX displayed on your Bluetooth device?” . If the PIN is displayed on your Bluetooth® device, select “Y es” to complete the pairing process. For additional information, refer to the Bluetooth® device’s Owner’s Manual. VEHICLE PHONEBO ...

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    TEXT MESSAGING WARNING ● Laws in some jurisdictions may restrict the use of “T ext-to-Speech” . Check lo- cal regulations before using this feature. ● Laws in some jurisdictions may restrict the use of some of the applications and features, such as social networking and texting. Check local regulations for any requirements. ● Use the text ...

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    ● “Where are you?” ● “When?” T o send one of the custom messages, say “Custom Messages”. If more than one cus- tom message is stored, the system will prompt for the number of the desired cus- tom message. For additional information on setting and managing custom text mes- sages, refer to “Bluetooth® settings” in this section. R ...

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    BLUET OO TH® SETTINGS T o access the phone settings: 1. Press the [ ] button. 2. T ouch the “Settings” key . 3. T ouch the “Phone & Bluetooth” key. Menu Item Result Phone Settings Refer to “Phone settings” in this section for additional information. Connect New Device Select to connect a new Bluetooth® device to the Bluetooth® Ha ...

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    PHONE SETTINGS T o access the phone settings: 1. Press the [ ] button. 2. T ouch the “Settings” key . 3. T ouch the “Phone & Bluetooth” key. 4. T ouch the “Phone Settings” key and adjust the following settings as desired: ● Sort Phonebook By: Select “First Name” or “Last Name” to choose how phonebook entries are alpha- bet ...

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    The NISSAN V oice Recognition system allows hands-free operation of the systems equipped on this vehicle, such as the phone and navigation systems. T o operate NISSAN Voice Recognition, press the button located on the steering wheel. When prompted, speak the command for the system you wish to activate. The command given is picked up by the micropho ...

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    Operating tips T o get the best performance out of NISSAN V oice Recognition, observe the following: ● K eep the interior of the vehicle as quiet as possible. Close the windows to eliminate the surrounding noises (traffic noises, vibration sounds, etc.) , which may prevent the system from recognizing the voice commands cor- rectly . ● W ait unt ...

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    BLUET OO TH® HANDS-FREE PHONE S Y STEM VOICE COMMANDS T o access the Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System voice commands: 1. Press the button. 2. Say “Call” and then a name in the vehicle phonebook to call that entry . Otherwise, say “Phone” to access various phone com- mands. If the Bluetooth® has been set to “Off” , the system announ ...

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    NA VIGA TION S Y STEM VOICE COMMANDS The following voice commands are available for the Navigation System: ● Street Address (address) ● P oints of Interest (name) ● POI by Category ● Home ● Address Book ● Previous Destinations ● Enter Address in Steps ● Cancel Route For additional information, refer to the separate Navigation System ...

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    HELP VOICE COMMANDS The following voice commands can be spoken to have the system provide instructions and tips for using the NISSAN V oice Recognition system. ● List Commands ● What Can I Say? ● General Help ● Quit ● Exit TROUBLESHOO TING GUIDE The system should respond correctly to all voice commands without difficulty. If problems are ...

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    MEMO Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems 4-123 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...

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    5 Starting and driving Precautions when starting and driving ................5 - 2 Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ..................5 - 2 Three-way catalyst ..............................5 - 2 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ..........5 - 3 Avoiding collision and rollover . . ..................5 - 6 Off-road recovery ......................... ...

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    Freeing a frozen door lock ...................... 5-39 Antifreeze ..................................... 5-39 Battery ....................................... 5-39 Draining of coolant water ....................... 5-39 Tire equipment . . .............................. 5-39 Special winter equipment ....................... 5-40 Driving on snow or ice . ...

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    WARNING ● Do not leave children or adults who would normally require the assistance of others alone in your vehicle. Pets should also not be left alone. They could accidentally injure themselves or others through inadvertent operation of the vehicle. Also, on hot, sunny days, temperatures in a closed vehicle could quickly become high enough to ca ...

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    CAUTION ● Do not use leaded gasoline. Deposits from leaded gasoline will seriously re- duce the three-way catalyst’s ability to help reduce exhaust pollutants. ● Keep your engine tuned up. Malfunc- tions in the ignition, fuel injection, or electrical systems can cause overrich fuel flow into the three-way catalyst, causing it to overheat. Do ...

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    Additional information: ● The TPMS does not monitor the tire pressure of the spare tire. ● The TPMS will activate only when the vehicle is driven at speeds above 16 MPH (25 km/h). Also, this system may not detect a sudden drop in tire pressure (for example a flat tire while driving) . ● The low tire pressure warning light does not automatical ...

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    ● When a spare tire is mounted or a wheel is replaced, tire pressure will not be indicated, the TPMS will not function and the low tire pressure warning light will flash for approximately 1 minute. The light will remain on after 1 minute. Contact your NISSAN dealer as soon as possible for tire replacement and/or system resetting. ● Replacing ti ...

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    3. When the designated pressure is reached, the horn beeps once and the hazard indica- tors stop flashing. 4. Perform the above steps for each tire. ● If the tire is over-inflated more than ap- proximately 4 psi (30 kPa) , the horn beeps and the hazard indicators flash three times. T o correct the pressure, push the core of the valve stem on the ...

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    4. When appropriate, slowly release the accel- erator pedal to gradually slow the vehicle. 5. If there is nothing in the way, steer the ve- hicle to follow the road while vehicle speed is reduced. Do not attempt to drive the ve- hicle back onto the road surface until vehicle speed is reduced. 6. When it is safe to do so, gradually turn the steering ...

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    NISSAN is committed to safe driving. However, you must choose not to drive under the influence of alcohol. Every year thousands of people are injured or killed in alcohol-related collisions. Al- though the local laws vary on what is considered to be legally intoxicated, the fact is that alcohol affects all people differently and most people underes ...

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    The ignition lock is designed so that the ignition switch position cannot be switched to OFF until the shift lever is moved to the P (Park) position. When the ignition switch cannot be pushed to- ward the OFF position, proceed as follows: 1. Move the shift lever into the P (Park) posi- tion. 2. Push the ignition switch. The ignition switch position ...

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    ACC (Accessories) This position activates electrical accessories, such as the radio, when the engine is not running. ACC has a battery saver feature that will turn the ignition switch to the OFF position after a period of time under the following conditions: ● all doors are closed. ● shift lever is in P (Park) . The battery saver feature will b ...

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    3. T ouch the ignition switch with the Intelligent K ey as illustrated. (A chime will sound.) After Step 3 is performed, when the ignition switch is pushed without depressing the brake pedal, the ignition switch position will change to ACC. 4. Push the ignition switch while depressing the brake pedal within ten seconds after the chime sounds. The e ...

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    1. Apply the parking brake. 2. Move the shift lever to P (Park) or N (Neu- tral) . P (Park) is recommended. The starter is designed not to operate if the shift lever is in any of the driving positions. 3. Push the ignition switch to the ON position. Depress the brake pedal and push the igni- tion switch to start the engine. T o start the engine imm ...

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    CONTINUOUSL Y V ARIABLE TRANSMISSION (CVT) WARNING ● Do not depress the accelerator pedal while shifting from P (Park) or N (Neu- tral) to R (Reverse) , D (Drive) , Ds (Drive Sport) or manual shift mode (if so equipped) . Always depress the brake pedal until shifting is completed. Fail- ure to do so could cause you to lose control and have an acc ...

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    NO TE: Engine power may be automatically re- duced to protect the CVT if the engine speed increases quickly when driving on slippery roads or while being tested on some dynamometers. Starting the vehicle 1. After starting the engine, fully depress the foot brake pedal before moving the shift lever out of the P (Park) position. 2. Keep the foot brak ...

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    R (Reverse) CAUTION T o prevent transmission damage, use the P (Park) or R (Reverse) position only when the vehicle is completely stopped. Use the R (Reverse) position to back up. Make sure the vehicle is completely stopped before selecting the R (Reverse) position. The brake pedal must be depressed to move the shift lever from P (Park) , N (Neutra ...

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    When canceling the manual shift mode, return the shift lever to the D (Drive) position. The trans- mission returns to the normal driving mode. When you pull the paddle shifter (if so equipped) 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 (Dr ...

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    Shift lock release If the battery charge is low or discharged, the shift lever may not be moved from the P (Park) position even with the brake pedal depressed and the shift lever button pushed. It will be necessary to jump start or have your battery charged. For additional information, refer to “Jump starting” in the “In case of emergency” ...

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    Overdrive (O/D) mode OFF switch (if so equipped) When the O/D OFF switch is pushed with the shift lever in the D (Drive) position, the light in the instrument panel illuminates. For addi- tional information, refer to “Overdrive off indicator light” in the “Instruments and controls” section of this manual. Use the Overdrive OFF when you need ...

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    1. T o engage, firmly depress the foot brake. 2. T o release: ● Move the shift lever to the P (Park) posi- tion. ● Firmly depress the parking brake pedal and it will release. ● Before driving, be sure the brake warning light goes out. WARNING ● Be sure the parking brake is fully re- leased before driving. Failure to do so can cause brake fa ...

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    The BSW/LDW systems use the rear view moni- tor camera unit 䊊 1 with automatic washer and blower. WARNING ● The BSW system is not a replacement for proper driving procedure and is not designed to prevent contact with ve- hicles or objects. When changing lanes, always use the side and rear mirrors and turn and look in the direction you will move ...

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    Detection zone The camera unit can detect vehicles on either side of your vehicle when part of another vehicle is within the detection zone shown as illustrated. This detection zone typically starts from the out- side mirror of your vehicle and extends approxi- mately 10 ft (3.0 m) behind the rear bumper, and approximately 10 ft (3.0 m) sideways. N ...

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    2. Select “Driving Aids”, and press the ENTER button. 3. T o set the BSW system to on or off, use the buttons to navigate in the menu and use the ENTER button to select or change an item: ● Select “Blind Spot” and press the ENTER button. ● T o turn on the warning, use the ENTER button to check box for “W arning (BSW)” WARNING ● Th ...

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    The Blind Spot indicator light illuminates if a vehicle enters the detection zone from behind in an adjacent lane. However, if the overtaking vehicle is traveling much faster than your vehicle, the indicator light may not illuminate before the detected vehicle is beside your vehicle. Always use the side and rear mirrors and turn and look in the dir ...

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    If the driver activates the turn signal while another vehicle is in the detection zone, then the Blind Spot indicator light flashes and a chime will sound twice. LDW S Y STEM OPERA TION The LDW system operates above approximately 45 MPH (70 km/h). When the vehicle approaches either the left or the right of the traveling lane, the LDW system will ch ...

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    T urning on or off the LDW system The LDW system is turned on or off using the settings menu in the vehicle information display . S Y STEM ON: The LDW light on the instrument panel will light up. S Y STEM OFF: The LDW light on the instrument panel will go out. Perform the following steps to enable or disable the LDW system: 1. Press the button unti ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 323

    BSW/LDW TEMPORAR Y DISABLED ST A TUS Under the following condition, the BSW and/or LDW system is turned off temporarily , the BSW light and/or LDW light will blink, and either of the following message will appear in the vehicle in- formation display: ● “T runk is open” ● “W asher fluid is low” When the above conditions are corrected, th ...

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    PRECAUTIONS ON CRUISE CONTROL 1. CANCEL switch 2. ACCEL/RES switch 3. COAST/SET switch 4. ON/OFF switch ● If the cruise control system malfunctions, it cancels automatically. The SET indicator light in the instrument panel then blinks to warn the driver. ● If the SET indicator light blinks, turn the cruise control switch off and have the sys- t ...

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    The cruise control is automatically canceled if: ● you depress the brake pedal while pushing the ACCEL/RES or SET/COAST switch. The preset speed is deleted from memory . ● the vehicle slows down more than 8 MPH (13 km/h) below the set speed. ● you move the shift lever to N (Neutral) . T o reset at a faster cruising speed, use one of the follo ...

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    Follow these easy-to-use Fuel Efficient Driving Tips to help you achieve the most fuel economy from your vehicle. 1. Use Smooth Accelerator and Brake Pedal Application ● Avoid rapid starts and stops. ● Use smooth, gentle accelerator and brake application whenever possible. ● Maintain constant speed while commut- ing and coast whenever possibl ...

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    ● K eep your engine tuned up. ● Follow the recommended scheduled main- tenance. ● K eep the tires inflated to the correct pres- sure. Low tire pressure increases tire wear and lowers fuel economy . ● K eep the wheels in correct alignment. Im- proper alignment increases tire wear and lowers fuel economy. ● Use the recommended viscosity eng ...

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    ● HEADED DOWNHILL WITH CURB: 䊊 A T urn the wheels into the curb and move the vehicle forward until the curb side wheel gently touches the curb. ● HEADED UPHILL WITH CURB: 䊊 B T urn the wheels away from the curb and move the vehicle back until the curb side wheel gently touches the curb. ● HEADED UPHILL OR DOWNHILL, NO CURB: 䊊 C T urn th ...

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    The brake system has two separate hydraulic circuits. If one circuit malfunctions, you will still have braking at two wheels. BRAKE PRECAUTIONS V acuum assisted brakes The brake booster aids braking by using engine vacuum. If the engine stops, you can stop the vehicle by depressing the brake pedal. However, greater foot pressure on the brake pedal ...

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    – When installing a spare tire, make sure that it is the proper size and type as specified on the Tire and Loading Information label. Refer to “Tire and Loading Information label” in the “T echnical and consumer informa- tion” section of this manual. – For additional information, refer to “ Wheels and tires” in the “Mainte- nance ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 331

    The V ehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system uses various sensors to monitor driver inputs and ve- hicle motion. Under certain driving conditions, the VDC System helps to perform the following functions: ● Controls brake pressure to reduce wheel slip on one slipping drive wheel so power is transferred to a non slipping drive wheel on the same axle. ...

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    ● Do not modify the vehicle’s suspension. If suspension parts such as shock ab- sorbers, struts, springs, stabilizer bars, bushings and wheels are not NISSAN recommended for your vehicle or are extremely deteriorated, the VDC system may not operate properly. This could adversely affect vehicle handling per- formance, and the indicator may flash ...

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    ● If brake related parts such as brake pads, rotors and calipers are not NISSAN recommended or are extremely deteriorated, the VDC system may not operate properly and the VDC warning light may illuminate. ● If engine control related parts are not NISSAN recommended or are extremely deteriorated, the VDC warning light may illuminate. ● When dr ...

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    the tone will sound for only three seconds. Once the system detects an object approaching, the tone will sound again. The RSS automatically turns on when the shift lever is placed in R (Reverse) and the ignition switch is ON. K eep the RSS sensors (located on the rear bum- per fascia) free from snow , ice and large accumu- lations of dirt (do not c ...

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    ● The system may not detect the follow- ing objects: Fluffy objects such as Snow, Cloth, Cotton, Glass-wool, etc ., Thin objects such as rope, wire and chain, etc ., or Wedge-shaped objects. If your vehicle sustains damage to the bumper fascia, leaving it misaligned or bent, the sensing zone may be altered causing inaccurate mea- surement of obst ...

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    The system indicators 䊊 A will appear when the vehicle moves closer to an object. FREEING A FROZEN DOOR L OCK T o prevent a door lock from freezing, apply de- icer through the key hole. If the lock becomes frozen, heat the key before inserting it into the key hole or use the remote keyless entry function on the Intelligent Key . ANTIFREEZE In the ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 337

    3. Tire chains may be used. For additional in- formation, refer to “Tire chains” in the “Main- tenance and do-it-yourself” section of this manual. SPECIAL WINTER EQUIPMENT It is recommended that the following items be carried in the vehicle during winter: ● A scraper and stiff-bristled brush to remove ice and snow from the windows and wip ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 338

    T o use the engine block heater: 1. T urn the engine off. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the engine block heater cord. 3. Plug the engine block heater cord into a grounded 3-wire, 3-pronged extension cord. 4. Plug the extension cord into a Ground Fault Interrupt (GFI) protected, grounded 110- volt AC (V AC) outlet. 5. The engine block heater must be p ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 339

    MEMO 5-42 Starting and driving I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...

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    6 In case of emergency Hazard warning flasher switch ......................6 - 2 Emergency engine shut off .........................6 - 2 First aid kit (if so equipped) .........................6 - 3 Flat tire ...........................................6 - 3 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ..........6 - 3 Changing a flat tire ............... ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 341

    Push the switch on to warn other drivers when you must stop or park under emergency condi- tions. All turn signal lights flash. WARNING ● If stopping for an emergency, be sure to move the vehicle well off the road. ● Do not use the hazard warning flashers while moving on the highway unless unusual circumstances force you to drive so slowly that ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 342

    A first aid kit is located in the trunk. T o remove the first aid kit: Open the trunk. Lift the luggage floor. The first aid kit 䊊 1 is located in the storage cover 䊊 2 . TIRE PRESSURE MONIT ORING S Y STEM (TPMS) This vehicle is equipped with the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) . It monitors tire pres- sure of all tires except the spare. ...

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    ● When a spare tire is mounted or a wheel is replaced, tire pressure will not be indicated, the TPMS will not function and the low tire pressure warning light will flash for approximately 1 minute. The light will remain on after 1 minute. Contact a NISSAN dealer as soon as possible for tire replacement and/or system resetting. ● Replacing tires ...

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    Getting the spare tire and tools Open the trunk. Lift the luggage floor. Remove the wheel nut wrench 䊊 1 and the jack 䊊 2 from the from the storage cover 䊊 3 . Then remove the storage cover 䊊 3 to access the spare tire. T urn the clamp to remove the spare tire. Remove the spare tire. Removing wheel cover (if so equipped) CAUTION Do not use ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 345

    Jacking up vehicle and removing the damaged tire WARNING ● Never get under the vehicle while it is supported only by the jack. If it is nec- essary to work under the vehicle, sup- port it with safety stands. ● Use only the jack provided with your vehicle to lift the vehicle. Do not use the jack provided with your vehicle on other vehicles. The ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 346

    Always refer to the proper illustrations for the correct placement and jack -up points for your specific vehicle model and jack type. Carefully read the caution label attached to the jack body and the following instruc- tions. 1. Loosen each wheel nut one or two turns by turning counterclockwise with the wheel nut wrench. Do not remove the wheel nu ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 347

    4. Lower the vehicle slowly until the tire touches the ground. Then, with the wheel nut wrench, tighten the wheel nuts securely in the sequence illustrated ( 䊊 A , 䊊 B , 䊊 C , 䊊 D , 䊊 E ) . Lower the vehicle completely. WARNING ● Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose or come off. Thi ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 348

    ● Whenever working on or near a battery, always wear suitable eye protectors (for example, goggles or industrial safety spectacles) and remove rings, metal bands, or any other jewelry. Do not lean over the battery when jump starting. ● Do not attempt to jump start a frozen battery. It could explode and cause se- rious injury. ● Y our vehicle ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 349

    ● Make sure the jumper cables do not touch moving parts in the engine com- partment and that the cable clamps do not contact any other metal. 6. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and let it run for a few minutes. 7. Keep the engine speed of the booster ve- hicle at about 2,000 rpm and start the en- gine of the vehicle being jump started. CA ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 350

    3. Get out of the vehicle. Look and listen for steam or coolant escaping from the radiator before opening the hood. (If steam or cool- ant is escaping, turn off the engine.) Do not open the hood further until no steam or coolant can be seen. 4. Open the engine hood. WARNING If steam or water is coming from the en- gine, stand clear to prevent getti ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 351

    For information about towing your vehicle behind a recreational vehicle (RV) , refer to “Flat towing” in the “T echnical and consumer information” sec- tion of this manual. T OWING RECOMMENDED B Y NISSAN NISSAN recommends that your vehicle be towed with the driving (front) wheels off the ground or place the vehicle on a flat bed truck as il ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 352

    CAUTION ● Never tow Continuously Variable T rans- mission (CVT) models with the front wheels on the ground or 4 wheels on the ground (forward or backward) , as this may cause serious and expensive damage to the transmission. If it is nec- essary to tow the vehicle with the rear wheels raised always use towing dollies under the front wheels. ● W ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 353

    4. Slowly rock the vehicle forward and back- ward. ● Shift back and forth between R (Reverse) and D (Drive) . ● Apply the accelerator as little as possible to maintain the rocking motion. ● Release the accelerator pedal before shifting between R (Reverse) and D (Drive) . ● Do not spin the tires above 35 mph (55 km/h). 5. If the vehicle cann ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 354

    7 Appearance and care Cleaning exterior ..................................7 - 2 W ashing ......................................7 - 2 W axing ........................................7 - 2 Removing spots ................................7 - 3 Underbody ....................................7 - 3 Glass .........................................7 - 3 Alumi ...

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    In order to maintain the appearance of your ve- hicle, it is important to take proper care of it. T o protect the paint surfaces, please wash your vehicle as soon as you can: ● after a rainfall to prevent possible damage from acid rain ● after driving on coastal roads ● when contaminants such as soot, bird drop- pings, tree sap, metal particl ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 356

    REMOVING SPO TS Remove tar and oil spots, industrial dust, insects, and tree sap as quickly as possible from the surface of the paint to avoid lasting damage or staining. Special cleaning products are available at a NISSAN dealer or any automotive accessory store. UNDERBOD Y In areas where road salt is used in winter, it is necessary to clean the u ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 357

    ● Do not apply wheel cleaners to the wheels when they are hot. The wheel temperature should be the same as am- bient temperature. ● Rinse the wheel to completely remove the cleaner within 15 minutes after the cleaner is applied. CHROME P ARTS Clean all chrome parts regularly with a non- abrasive chrome polish to maintain the finish. TIRE DRESSI ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 358

    CAUTION ● Never use benzine, thinner or any simi- lar material. ● Small dirt particles can be abrasive and damaging to leather surfaces and should be removed promptly. Do not use saddle soap, car waxes, polishes, oils, cleaning fluids, solvents, deter- gents or ammonia-based cleaners as they may damage the leather’s natural finish. ● Never ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 359

    Floor mat positioning aid This vehicle includes two driver’s side front floor mat brackets and one passenger’s side front floor mat bracket to help keep your floor mats in place. Genuine NISSAN floor mats have been specially designed for your vehicle model. The driver’s side floor mat has two grommet holes incorporated in it and the passenger ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 360

    T emperature High temperatures accelerate the rate of corro- sion to those parts which are not well ventilated. Air pollution Industrial pollution, the presence of salt in the air in coastal areas, or heavy road salt use acceler- ates the corrosion process. Road salt also accel- erates the disintegration of paint surfaces. PRO TECT Y OUR VEHICLE FR ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 361

    CAUTION A license plate frame could vibrate and cause noise or paint damage. To avoid damage or noise, add a soft adhesive pad with a maximum thickness of 1/8 in (4 mm) to the back lower edge of the license plate frame. 7-8 Appearance and care I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...

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    8 Maintenance and do-it-yourself Maintenance requirements ..........................8 - 2 General maintenance ..............................8 - 2 Explanation of general maintenance items .........8 - 2 Maintenance precautions ...........................8 - 5 Engine compartment check locations ................8 - 7 Engine cooling system ............ ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 363

    Y our NISSAN has been designed to have mini- mum maintenance requirements with long ser- vice intervals to save you both time and money; however, some day-to-day and regular mainte- nance is essential to maintain your NISSAN’s good mechanical condition as well as its emis- sions and engine performance. It is the owner’s responsibility to make s ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 364

    When driving in areas using road salt or other corrosive materials, check lubrication frequently. Lights* Clean the headlights on a regular basis. Make sure that the headlights, stop lights, tail lights, turn signal lights, and other lights are all operating properly and installed securely . Also check headlight aim. Road wheel nuts (lug nuts)* Whe ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 365

    Steering wheel Check for changes in the steer- ing system, such as excessive freeplay, hard steering or strange noises. Warning lights and chimes Make sure all warning lights and chimes are operating properly . Windshield wiper and washer* Check that the wipers and washer operate properly and that the wipers do not streak. Windshield defroster Chec ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 366

    Underbody The underbody is frequently ex- posed to corrosive substances such as those used on icy roads or to control dust. It is very important to remove these substances from the underbody , otherwise rust may form on the floor pan, frame, fuel lines and exhaust system. At the end of winter, the underbody should be thor- oughly flushed with plain ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 367

    CAUTION ● Do not work under the hood while the engine is hot. T urn the engine off and wait until it cools down. ● Avoid contact with used engine oil and coolant. Improperly disposed engine oil, engine coolant and/or other vehicle fluids can damage the environment. Al- ways conform to local regulations for disposal of vehicle fluid. ● Never l ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 368

    QR25DE engine 1. P ower steering fluid reservoir 2. Engine coolant reservoir 3. Engine oil filler cap 4. Brake fluid reservoir 5. Air cleaner 6. Fuse block/Fusible links 7. Battery 8. Engine oil dipstick 9. Radiator cap 10. Drive belt location 11. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir LDI2111 ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK LOCA TIONS Maintenance and do-it-yo ...

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    VQ35DE engine 1. P ower steering fluid reservoir 2. Engine coolant reservoir 3. Engine oil filler cap 4. Brake fluid reservoir 5. Air cleaner 6. Fuse block/Fusible links 7. Battery 8. Engine oil dipstick 9. Radiator cap 10. Drive belt location 11. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir LDI2112 8-8 Maintenance and do-it-yourself I n f o r m a t i o n P r ...

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    The engine cooling system is filled at the factory with a pre-diluted mixture of 50% Genuine NISSAN Engine Coolant (blue) and 50% water to provide year-round antifreeze and coolant pro- tection. The antifreeze solution contains rust and corrosion inhibitors. Additional engine cooling system additives are not necessary. WARNING ● Never remove the ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 371

    CHECKING ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL Check the coolant level in the reservoir when the engine is cold. If the coolant level is below the MIN level 䊊 B , add coolant to the MAX level 䊊 A . If the reservoir is empty , check the coolant level in the radiator when the engine is cold. If there is insufficient coolant in the radiator, fill the radiator with ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 372

    CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply the parking brake. 2. Start the engine and let it idle until it reaches operating temperature. 3. T urn off the engine. Wait more than 10 minutes for the oil to drain back into the oil pan. 4. Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean. Re- insert it all the way. 5. Remove the di ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 373

    CAUTION ● Oil level should be checked regularly. Operating the engine with an insuffi- cient amount of oil can damage the engine, and such damage is not covered by warranty. ● It is normal to add some oil between oil maintenance intervals or during the break -in period, depending on the se- verity of operating conditions. CHANGING ENGINE OIL 1. ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 374

    CAUTION Be careful not to burn yourself. The engine oil may be hot. 6. Clean and reinstall the drain plug 䊊 A and a new washer. Securely tighten the drain plug with a wrench. Do not use excessive force. Drain plug tightening torque: 25 Ft-lb (34 N·m) 7. Refill engine with recommended oil through the oil filler opening, then install the oil fille ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 375

    4. Remove pins 䊊 C from the right engine pro- tector located inside right wheel well, re- move protector. Remove oil filter 䊊 B with an oil filter wrench by turning it counterclock - wise. Then remove the oil filter by turning it by hand. CAUTION Be careful not to burn yourself. The engine oil may be hot. 5. Wipe the engine oil filter sealing s ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 376

    Check the fluid level in the reservoir. The fluid level should be checked when the fluid is cold at fluid temperatures of 32 to 86ºF (0 to 30ºC) . The fluid level can be checked with the level gauge which is attached to the cap. T o check the fluid level, remove the cap. The fluid level should be between the MAX 䊊 1 and MIN 䊊 2 lines. If the ...

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    BRAKE FLUID Check the brake fluid level in the reservoir. If the fluid level is below the MIN line 䊊 B or the brake warning light comes on, add Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid or equivalent DO T 3 fluid up to the MAX line 䊊 A . If fluid must be added frequently , the system should be checked by a NISSAN dealer. WINDSHIELD-W ASHER FL ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 378

    ● Pre-mix washer fluid concentrates with water to the manufacturer’s recom- mended levels before pouring the fluid into the windshield-washer fluid reser- voir. Do not use the windshield-washer fluid reservoir to mix the washer fluid concentrate and water. ● K eep the battery surface clean and dry. Clean the battery with a solution of baking ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 379

    ● Keep battery out of the reach of children. ● Do not tip the battery. Keep the vent caps tight and the battery level. 1. Remove the vent caps with a screwdriver as shown. Use a cloth to protect the battery case. 2. Check the fluid level in each cell. If it is necessary to add fluid, add only distilled water to bring the level up to the bottom ...

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    V ehicles operated in high temperatures or under severe conditions require frequent checks of the battery fluid level. JUMP ST ARTING If jump starting is necessary , refer to “Jump start- ing” in the “In case of emergency” section of this manual. If the engine does not start by jump starting, the battery may have to be replaced. Contact a N ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 381

    1. Crankshaft pulley 2. Drive belt automatic tensioner pulley 3. W ater pump pulley 4. Generator pulley 5. Air compressor pulley WARNING Be sure the ignition switch is placed in the OFF or LOCK position before servicing drive belt. The engine could rotate unexpectedly. 1. Visually inspect the belt for signs of unusual wear, cuts, fraying or loosene ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 382

    REPLACING SP ARK PLUGS Iridium-tipped spark plugs It is not necessary to replace iridium-tipped 䊊 A spark plugs as frequently as conventional type spark plugs because they last much longer. Fol- low the maintenance log shown in the “NISSAN Service and Maintenance Guide” . Do not service iridium-tipped spark plugs by cleaning or regap- ping. ? ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 383

    T o remove the air cleaner filter: ● Unlatch the clips and move the air cleaner cover upward. ● Remove the air cleaner filter. ● Wipe the inside of the air cleaner filter hous- ing and the cover with a damp cloth. NO TE: After installing a new air cleaner, make sure the air cleaner cover is seated in the housing and latch the clips. WARNING ? ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 384

    REPLACING Replace the wiper blades if they are worn. 1. Lift the wiper arm away from the windshield. 2. Push the release tab 䊊 B then move the wiper blade down the wiper arm to remove. 3. Remove the wiper blade from wiper arm 䊊 C . 4. Insert the new wiper blade onto the wiper arm until it clicks into place. 5. Rotate the wiper blade so the dimp ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 385

    If the brakes do not operate properly, have the brakes checked by a NISSAN dealer. Self-adjusting brakes Y our vehicle is equipped with self-adjusting brakes. The front and rear disc-type brakes self-adjust every time the brake pedal is applied. WARNING See a NISSAN dealer for a brake system check if the brake pedal height does not return to normal ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 386

    If a type 䊊 A fuse is used to replace a type 䊊 B fuse, the type 䊊 A fuse will not be level with the fuse pocket as shown in the illustration. This will not affect the performance of the fuse. Make sure the fuse is installed in the fuse box securely. T ype 䊊 B fuses cannot be installed in the under- hood fuse boxes. Only use type 䊊 A fuses ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 387

    5. If the fuse is open 䊊 A , replace it with a new fuse 䊊 B . 6. If a new fuse also opens, have the electrical system checked and repaired by a NISSAN dealer. Fusible links If the electrical equipment does not operate and fuses are in good condition, check the fusible links. If any of these fusible links are melted, replace with only Genuine NI ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 388

    4. If the fuse is open 䊊 A , replace it with an equivalent good fuse 䊊 B . 5. Reverse step 2 to reinstall fuse box cover. 6. If a new fuse also opens, have the electrical system checked and repaired by a NISSAN dealer. Extended storage switch If any electrical equipment does not operate, remove the extended storage switch and check for an open ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 389

    How to remove the extended storage switch: 1. T o remove the extended storage switch, be sure the ignition switch is in the OFF or L OCK position. 2. Be sure the headlight switch is in the OFF position. 3. Remove the fuse box cover. 4. Pinch the locking tabs 䊊 1 found on each side of the storage switch. 5. Pull the storage switch straight out fro ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 390

    NISSAN INTELLIGENT KEY® Replace the battery in the Intelligent Key as fol- lows: 1. Remove the mechanical key from the Intelli- gent Key . 2. Insert a small screwdriver 䊊 A into the slit 䊊 B of the corner and twist it to separate the upper part from the lower part. Use a cloth to protect the casing. 3. Replace the battery with a new one. Recom ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 391

    HEADLIGHTS Replacing the xenon headlight bulb (if so equipped) WARNING When xenon headlights are on, they pro- duce a high voltage. T o prevent an electric shock, never attempt to modify or disas- semble. Always have your xenon head- lights replaced at a NISSAN dealer. For additional information, refer “Headlight and turn signal switch” in the ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 392

    1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. 2. Remove the fasteners 䊊 A ; carefully pull back the front fender protector. 3. Rotate the bulb 䊊 B counterclockwise and pull out to remove. Reverse steps to install. P ARK/TURN SIGNAL LIGHTS Replacing the park/turn signal bulb LDI2144 Maintenance and do-it-yourself 8-31 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i ...

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    1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. 2. Remove the fasteners 䊊 A ; carefully pull back the front fender protector. 3. Rotate the bulb 䊊 B counterclockwise and pull out to remove. Reverse steps to install. LDI2137 8-32 Maintenance and do-it-yourself I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 394

    EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR LIGHTS Item W attage (W) Bulb No.* Headlight assembly * Low (Halogen) 55 H11 Low (Xenon) 35 D2S High 65 H9 Side marker 5 W5W Door mirror turn signal light (if so equipped) * — — Park/turn signal light 28/8 7444A Front fog light (if so equipped) 55 H11 Day time running lights (Canada only) 19 PS19W Step light 3.8 194 C HTEI ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 395

    1. Front map light 2. Headlamp assembly 3. Park/T urn signal light 4. Fog light (if so equipped)/Day time running light (Canada only) 5. Step light 6. Door mirror turn signal light (if so equipped) 7. Personal light 8. High-mount stoplight 9. T runk light 10. Spoiler-mount stop light 11. Rear combination light 12. License plate light LDI2100 8-34 M ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 396

    Replacement procedures All other lights are either type A, B, C or D. When replacing a bulb, first remove the lens, light and/or cover. Indicates bulb removal Indicates bulb installation Use a cloth 䊊 1 to protect the housing. Use a cloth and suitable tool 䊊 1 to protect the housing. Rear combination light Bulb replacement requires the removal ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 397

    If you have a flat tire, refer “Flat tire” in the “In case of emergency” section of this manual. TIRE PRESSURE Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) WARNING Radio waves could adversely affect electric medical equipment. Those who use a pacemaker should con- tact the electric medical equipment manufacturer for the possible influ- ences befo ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 398

    The tire pressures should be checked when the tires are cold. The tires are considered COLD after the vehicle has been parked for 3 or more hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) at moderate speeds. The TPMS with Easy Fill Tire Alert pro- vides visual and audible signals outside the vehicle for inflating the tires to the recommended COLD tire p ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 399

    Tire and loading information label 䊊 1 Seating capacity: The maximum num- ber of occupants that can be seated in the vehicle. 䊊 2 Tire size – refer to “Tire labeling” in this section. 䊊 3 Cold tire pressure: Inflate the tires to this pressure when the tires are cold. Tires are considered COLD after the vehicle has been parked for 3 or m ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 400

    Checking tire pressure 1. Remove the valve stem cap from the tire. 2. Press the pressure gauge squarely onto the valve stem. Do not press too hard or force the valve stem side- ways, or air will escape. If the hissing sound of air escaping from the tire is heard while checking the pressure, reposition the gauge to eliminate this leakage. 3. Remove ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 401

    Size Cold Tire Inflation Pres- sure Front Original Tire P215/60R16 220 kPa, 32 PSI P215/55R17 230 kPa, 33 PSI P235/45R18 Rear Original Tire P215/60R16 220 kPa, 32 PSI P215/55R17 230 kPa, 33 PSI P235/45R18 Spare Tire T135/70D16 420 kPa, 60 PSI TIRE LABELING Federal law requires tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 402

    䊊 1 Tire size (example: P215/65R15 95H) 1. P: The “P” indicates the tire is de- signed for passenger vehicles (not all tires have this information) . 2. Three-digit number (215): This num- ber gives the width in millimeters of the tire from sidewall edge to side- wall edge. 3. T wo-digit number (65): This number, known as the aspect ratio, gi ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 403

    䊊 2 TIN (Tire Identification Number) for a new tire (example: DO T XX XX XXX XXXX) 1. DO T : Abbreviation for the “Depart- ment Of T ransportation” . The symbol can be placed above, below or to the left or right of the Tire Identification Number. 2. T wo-digit code: Manufacturer’s identification mark. 3. T wo-digit code: Tire size. 4. Three ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 404

    䊊 7 The word “radial” The word “radial” is shown if the tire has radial structure. 䊊 8 Manufacturer or brand name Manufacturer or brand name is shown. Other Tire-related T erminology In addition to the many terms that are defined throughout this section, Intended Outboard Sidewall is (1) the sidewall that contains a whitewall, bears whi ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 405

    studded tires. Skid and traction capabilities of studded snow tires on wet or dry surfaces may be poorer than that of non-studded snow tires. TIRE CHAINS CAUTION Only certain SAE class “S” tire chains can be used on this vehicle. Using the wrong Class “S” chains on this vehicle will cause damage to the vehicle. If you plan to use tire chain ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 406

    Do not use tire chains on dry roads. Driving with tire chains in such conditions can cause damage to the various mechanisms of the vehicle due to some overstress. CHANGING WHEELS AND TIRES Tire rotation NISSAN recommends rotating the tires every 5,000 miles (8,000 km). Refer to “Flat tire” in the “In case of emer- gency” section of this man ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 407

    Tire wear and damage 1. W ear indicator 2. Location mark WARNING ● Tires should be periodically in- spected for wear, cracking, bulg- ing or objects caught in the tread. If excessive wear, cracks, bulging or deep cuts are found, the tire(s) should be replaced. ● The original tires have built-in tread wear indicators. When the wear indicators ar ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 408

    ● If the wheels are changed for any rea- son, always replace with wheels which have the same off-set dimension. Wheels of a different off-set could cause premature tire wear, degrade ve- hicle handling characteristic s, affect the VDC system and/or interference with the brake disc s/drums. Such interfer- ence can lead to decreased braking ef- fic ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 409

    Spare tire (TEMPORAR Y USE ONL Y spare tire) Observe the following precautions if the TEM- PORAR Y USE ONL Y spare tire must be used. Otherwise, your vehicle could be damaged or involved in an accident: WARNING ● The spare tire should be used for emer- gency use only. It should be replaced with the standard tire at the first oppor- tunity to avoi ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 410

    9 T echnical and consumer information Recommended fluids/lubricants and capacities .......9 - 2 Recommended fuel .............................9 - 4 Engine oil and oil filter recommendations ..........9 - 6 Air conditioner system refrigerant and oil recommendations ..............................9 - 7 Specifications .................................. ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 411

    The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be slightly different. When refilling, follow the procedure described in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity. Capacity (Approximate) Recommended Fluids and Lubricants US measure Imp measure Liter Fuel 18 gal 15 gal 68 L ? ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 412

    Capacity (Approximate) Recommended Fluids and Lubricants US measure Imp measure Liter Brake fluid Refill to the proper level according to the instructions in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section. See your NISSAN dealer for service. • Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid available in mainland USA through a NISSAN dealer or equiv ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 413

    RECOMMENDED FUEL Use unleaded regular gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) num- ber (Research octane number 91) . CAUTION ● Using a fuel other than that specified could adversely affect the emission control system, and may also affect the warranty coverage. ● Under no circumstances should a leaded gasoline be use ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 414

    ● If a methanol blend is used, it should contain no more than 5% methanol (methyl alcohol, wood alcohol) . It should also contain a suitable amount of appropriate cosolvents and corro- sion inhibitors. If not properly formu- lated with appropriate cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors, such methanol blends may cause fuel system damage and/or vehicl ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 415

    ENGINE OIL AND OIL FIL TER RECOMMENDA TIONS Selecting the correct oil It is essential to choose the correct grade, quality and viscosity engine oil to ensure satisfactory engine life and performance. For additional infor- mation, refer to “Recommended fluids/lubricants and capacities” in this section. NISSAN recom- mends the use of an energy co ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 416

    Y our engine was filled with a high-quality engine oil when it was built. Y ou do not have to change the oil before the first recommended change interval. Oil and filter change intervals depend upon how you use your vehicle. Operation under the following conditions may require more frequent oil and filter changes: ● repeated short distance drivin ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 417

    ENGINE Model QR25DE VQ35DE T ype Gasoline, 4-cycle, DOHC Gasoline, 4-cycle, DOHC Cylinder arrangement 4-cylinder in-line 6-cylinder, V-block, Slanted at 60° Bore x Stroke in (mm) 3.5 x 3.9 (89.0 x 100.0) 3.760 x 3.205 (95.5 x 81.4) Displacement cu in (cm 3 ) 151.82 (2,488) 213.45 (3,498) Firing order 1–3–4–2 1–2–3–4–5–6 Idle speed ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 418

    WHEELS AND TIRES Wheel type Size Offset in (mm) Steel 16 x 7.0J 1.97 (50) Aluminum 16 x 7.0J 1.97 (50) Aluminum 17 x 7.5J 1.97 (50) Aluminum 18 x 7.5J 2.17 (55) T -type (ST spare) 16 x 4T 1.57 (40) T -type (ST, AL spare) 1 6x4 T 1 . 1 8( 3 0 ) Tire size 2.5 models P215/60R16 2.5 models and 3.5 models P215/55R17 3.5 models P235/45R18 Spare tire T135 ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 419

    When planning to drive your NISSAN ve- hicle in another country, you should first find out if the fuel available is suitable for your vehi- cle’s engine. Using fuel with an octane rating that is too low may cause engine damage. All gasoline vehicles must be operated with unleaded gasoline. There- fore, avoid taking your vehicle to areas where app ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 420

    ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER The number is stamped on the engine as shown. F .M.V .S.S./C.M.V .S.S. CERTIFICA TION LABEL The Federal/Canadian Motor V ehicle Safety Standard (F .M.V .S.S./C.M.V .S.S.) certification la- bel is affixed as shown. This label contains valu- able vehicle information, such as: (GVWR) , (GA WR) , month and year of manufacture, (VIN ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 421

    EMISSION CONTROL INFORMA TION LABEL The emission control information label is at- tached to the underside of the hood as shown. TIRE AND L OADING INFORMA TION LABEL The cold tire pressure is shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. The label is located as shown. AIR CONDITIONER SPECIFICA TION LABEL The air conditioner specification label is ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 422

    T o mount the front license plate, attach the li- cense plate bracket 䊊 1 to the plastic finisher at the location marks (small dimples) using the two 6 mm screws provided. WARNING ● It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seri- ously injured or killed ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 423

    ● Vehicle Capacity W eight, Load limit, T otal load capacity - maximum total weight limit specified of the load (passengers and cargo) for the ve- hicle. This is the maximum combined weight of occupants and cargo that can be loaded into the vehicle. If the vehicle is used to tow a trailer, the trailer tongue weight must be in- cluded as part of t ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 424

    Steps for determining correct load limit 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or XXX kg” on your vehicle’s placard. 2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle. 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 425

    5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4. Before driving a loaded vehicle, confirm that you do not exceed the Gross V ehicle W eight Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle W eight Rating (GA WR) for your vehicle. F ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 426

    Do not tow a trailer with your vehicle. FLA T T OWING T owing your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground is sometimes called flat towing. This method is sometimes used when towing a vehicle behind a recreational vehicle, such as a motor home. CAUTION ● Failure to follow these guidelines can result in severe transmission damage. ● Whenever ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 427

    WARNING The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristic s. T emperature A , B and C The temperature grades are A (the highest) , B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat, and its abi ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 428

    For USA If you believe that your vehicle has a de- fect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immedi- ately inform the National Highway T raffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addi- tion to notifying NISSAN. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exis ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 429

    Due to legal requirements in some states and Canadian Provinces, your vehicle may be re- quired to be in what is called the “ready condi- tion” for an Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) test of the emission control system. The vehicle is set to the “ready condition” when it is driven through certain driving patterns. Usually, the ready condition ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 430

    Genuine NISSAN Service Manuals for this model year and prior can be purchased. A Genuine NISSAN Service Manual is the best source of service and repair information for your vehicle. This manual is the same one used by the factory- trained technicians working at NISSAN dealer- ships. Genuine NISSAN Owner’s Manuals can also be purchased. For USA Fo ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 431

    MEMO 9-22 T echnical and consumer information I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 432

    10 Index A ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ........ 5 - 3 2 Air bag (See supplemental restraint s y s t e m ) ..................... 1 - 4 1 Air bag system Front (See supplemental front impact air bag system) ................. 1 - 4 8 A i r b a g w a r n i n g l i g h t ........... 1 - 5 9 , 2 - 1 4 Air bag warning light, supplemental . .1-59, 2-14 A ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 433

    CD care and cleaning .............. 4 - 8 1 CD player (See audio system) .4-45, 4-49, 4-54, 4-60, 4-67 Check tire pressure ............... 2 - 2 6 Child restraints ....... 1 - 1 8 , 1 - 1 9 , 1 - 2 0 , 1 - 2 2 LA T CH (Lower Anchors and T ethers for CHildren) System .............. 1 - 2 2 Precautions on child r e s t r a i n t s ......... 1 - 2 0 , ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 434

    F First aid kit ..................... 6 - 3 Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch) . .6-2 Flat tire ....................... 6 - 3 Floor mat positioning aid ............. 7 - 6 Fluid Brake fluid .................. 8 - 1 5 Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ................. 9 - 2 Continuously V ariable T ransmission (CVT) f l u i d ... ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 435

    J Jump starting ................ 6 - 8 , 8 - 1 9 K K e y ......................... 3 - 2 Keyless entry With Intelligent Key system (See Intelligent Key system) ..... 3 - 1 3 , 3 - 2 1 Keys NISSAN Intelligent Key® .......... 3 - 2 0 L Labels Air conditioner specification label ..... 9 - 1 2 C.M.V .S.S. certification label ........ 9 - 1 1 E m i s s ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 436

    O O c t a n e r a t i n g ( S e e f u e l o c t a n e r a t i n g ) ...... 9 - 5 Odometer ..................... 2 - 4 Oil Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ................. 9 - 2 Changing engine oil ............. 8 - 1 2 Changing engine oil filter .......... 8 - 1 3 Checking engine oil level .......... 8 - 1 1 Engine oil ................. ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 437

    Seats Adjustment ................... 1 - 2 A r m r e s t s .................... 1 - 7 F r o n t s e a t s ................... 1 - 2 H e a t e d s e a t s ................. 2 - 3 7 Manual front seat adjustment ......... 1 - 2 Rear seat .................... 1 - 5 Security indicator light .............. 2 - 1 6 Security system (NISSAN vehicle immobili ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 438

    T ransmission Continuously V ariable T ransmission (CVT) f l u i d ...................... 8 - 1 4 Driving with Continuously Variable T ransmission (CVT) ............. 5 - 1 3 T ransmission shift lever lock release ...... 5 - 1 7 T ravel (See registering your vehicle in another country) ...................... 9 - 1 0 T rip odometer ................. ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 439

    RECOMMENDED FUEL: Use unleaded regular gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) num- ber (Research octane number 91) . CAUTION ● Using a fuel other than that specified could adversely affect the emission control system, and may also affect the warranty coverage. ● Under no circumstances should a leaded gasoline be us ...

  • Nissan Altima Sedan (2015) - page 440

    ® 2015 AL TI MA S E D AN OWN E R’S MAN UAL For y our s afety , read car efully and keep in this v ehicle. 2015 N IS SAN AL TI MA SE DAN L33-D L33-D Printing : March 2015 (10) Publication No.: OM0E 0L32U2 Printed in U .S.A. OM15EA 0L33U4 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...

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