English dropdown-ico

Manual Nissan Altima (2010)

438 pages Not applicable
Download

Go to site of 438

Summary
  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 1

    ® 2010 AL TI MA OWN E R’S MAN UAL For y our safety , read car efully and keep in this v ehicle. 2010 N I SSAN AL TI MA L32-D Printing : MA Y 2010 (13) Publication No.: OM0E-0L32U2 Printed in U .S.A. L32-D ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 2

    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 ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 3

    This manual includes information for all options available on this model. Therefore, you may find some information that does not apply to your vehicle. All information, specifications and illustrations in this manual are those in effect at the time of printing. NISSAN reserves the right to change specifications or design without notice and with- ou ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 4

    BLUETOOTH 威 is a trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., U.S.A. and licensed to Visteon and Clarion. XM Radio 威 requires subscription, sold separately after first 90 days. Not available in Alaska, Hawaii or Guam. For more information, visit www.xmradio.com. © 2010 NISSAN NORTH AMERICA , INC. All rights reserved. No part of this Owner’s Manua ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 5

    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 ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 6

    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 ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 7

    ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 8

    0 Illustrated table of contents Air bags, seat belts and child restraints ..............0 - 2 Exterior front ......................................0 - 3 Exterior rear .......................................0 - 5 Passenger compartment ...........................0 - 7 Instrument panel ...................................0 - 8 Engine compartment check ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 9

    1. T op tether strap anchor (P . 1-28) 2. Rear seat belts (P . 1-15) 3. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bag (P . 1-42) 4. Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bag (P . 1-42) 5. Head Restraints (P . 1-11) 6. Front seat belts (P . 1-15) 7. Supplemental front-impact air bags (P . 1-42) 8. Seats (P . 1-2) 9. Occupant classi ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 10

    Coupe 1. P ower windows (P . 2-42) 2. Windshield (P . 8-20) 3. Windshield wiper and washer switch (P . 2-26) 4. Engine hood (P . 3-23) 5. Tie down (P . 6-14) 6. Fog light switch (if so equipped) (P . 2-33) 7. Headlight and turn signal switch (P . 2-28) 8. Replacing bulbs (P . 8-27) 9. Tire pressure (P . 8-34) 10. Flat tire (P . 6-2) 11. Tire chains ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 11

    Sedan 1. P ower windows (P . 2-42) 2. Windshield (P . 8-20) 3. Windshield wiper and washer switch (P . 2-26) 4. Engine hood (P . 3-23) 5. Tie down (P . 6-14) 6. Fog light switch (if so equipped) (P . 2-33) 7. Headlight and turn signal switch (P . 2-28) 8. Replacing bulbs (P . 8-27) 9. Tire pressure (P . 8-34) 10. Flat tire (P . 6-2) 11. Tire chains ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 12

    Coupe 1. Rear window and outside mirror (if so equipped) defroster switch (P . 2-27) 2. Interior trunk lid release (P . 3-24) 3. T runk lid (P . 3-23) 4. V ehicle loading (P . 9-13) 5. Opener operation (P . 3-23) 6. Replacing bulbs (P . 8-27) 7. Fuel-filler cap, fuel recommendation (P . 3-25, P . 9-3) 8. Fuel-filler door (P . 3-25) WII0125 EXTERIOR ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 13

    Sedan 1. Rear window and outside mirror (if so equipped) defroster switch (P . 2-27) 2. Interior trunk lid release (P . 3-24) 3. T runk lid (P . 3-23) 4. V ehicle loading (P . 9-13) 5. Opener operation (P . 3-23) 6. Replacing bulbs (P . 8-27) 7. Fuel-filler cap, fuel recommendation (P . 3-25, P . 9-3) 8. Fuel-filler door (P . 3-25) 9. Child safety ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 14

    1. Interior trunk access (P . 1-9) 2. Moonroof (if so equipped) (P . 2-45) 3. Sun visors (P . 3-27) 4. Interior lights, illuminated entry (P . 2-47) 5. HomeLink 姞 universal transceiver (if so equipped) (P . 2-49) 6. Automatic anti-glare rearview mirror (if so equipped) (P . 3-28) 7. Glove box (P . 2-40) 8. Front cup holders (P . 2-39) 9. Front co ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 15

    1. V ents (P . 4-18) 2. Headlight/fog light (if so equipped)/turn signal switch (P . 2-28) 3. Steering wheel switch for audio control (if so equipped)/Bluetooth 姞 Hands-free Phone System (if so equipped) (P . 4-96, P . 4-92, P . 4-106) 4. Meters and gauges (P . 2-3) 5. Driver supplemental air bag/horn (P . 1-42, P . 2-34) 6. Cruise control main/s ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 16

    20. V ehicle information display controls (P . 2-17) 21. Hood release (P . 3-23) 22. T runk opener (P . 3-23) V ehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch (P . 2-35) NISSAN Intelligent K ey™ port (P . 5-7) *: Refer to the separate Navigation System Own- er’s Manual (if so equipped) . See the page number indicated in paren- theses for operating det ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 17

    QR25DE engine 1. P ower steering fluid reservoir (P . 8-13) 2. Engine oil filler cap (P . 8-9) 3. Brake fluid reservoir/Clutch fluid reservoir (M/T model) (P . 8-14, 8-14) 4. Air cleaner (P . 8-19) 5. Fuse block (P . 8-22) 6. Battery (P . 8-15) 7. Fuse/fusible link box (P . 8-22) 8. Engine oil dipstick (P . 8-9) 9. Radiator cap (P . 8-8) 10. Drive ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 18

    VQ35DE engine 1. P ower steering fluid reservoir (P . 8-13) 2. Engine oil filler cap (P . 8-9) 3. Brake fluid reservoir/Clutch fluid reservoir (M/T model) (P . 8-14, 8-14) 4. Air cleaner (P . 8-19) 5. Fuse block (P . 8-22) 6. Battery (P . 8-15) 7. Fuse/fusible link box (P . 8-22) 8. Engine oil dipstick (P . 8-9) 9. Radiator cap (P . 8-8) 10. Drive ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 19

    W arning light Name Page or Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warn- ing light 2-11 or Brake warning light 2-11 Charge warning light 2-11 Continuously V ari- able T ransmission (CVT) check warn- ing light (if so equipped) 2-12 Engine oil pressure warning light 2-12 W arning light Name Page Low tire pressure warning light 2-12 Master warning light 2-13 ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 20

    1 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system Seats ............................................1 - 2 Front manual seat adjustment ....................1 - 2 Front power seat adjustment (if so equipped for driver’s seat) ..................1 - 4 Folding rear seat ...............................1 - 9 Head restraints ................ ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 21

    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 ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 22

    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 ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 23

    FRONT POWER SEAT ADJUSTMENT (if so equipped for driver’s seat) 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 ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 24

    ● The power seat motor has an auto-reset overload protection circuit. If the motor stops during operation, wait 30 seconds, then reactivate the switch. ● Do not operate the power seat switch for a long period of time when the engine is off. This will discharge the battery. ● Pull up on the upper seatback release lever to release the seatback ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 25

    Seat lifter (if so equipped for driver’s seat) Pull the lever up or push 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 lower back support to the driver. Push the switch (T ype A) forward or backward or move the lever (T ype B) up or down to adjust t ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 26

    Entry to the rear seat from outside of the vehicle on the front passenger side (if so equipped for Coupe models) Pull the seat recliner lever 䊊 1 to the uppermost position folding the seatback forward 䊊 2 , releas- ing the seat track. Slide the entire seat forward for access to the rear seat. T o return the seat to a locked position: Push the u ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 27

    Pull the upper seatback release lever 䊊 1 to the uppermost position, folding the seatback forward 䊊 2 , releasing the seat track. Slide the entire seat forward for access to the rear seat. T o return the seat to a locked position: Push the upper seatback rearward until the seat- back and track are locked. Operating tips: ● The seatback and tr ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 28

    Exiting from the rear seat on the driver’s side, using the upper seatback release lever (if so equipped for Coupe models) Pull the upper seatback release lever 䊊 1 to the uppermost position, folding the seatback forward 䊊 2 , releasing the seat track. Slide the entire seat forward to exit from the rear seat. T o return the seat to a locked po ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 29

    1. Open the access cover on the rear parcel shelf. 2. Push down on the button on the rear parcel shelf. 3. Fold down the passenger’s side seatback. 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 these areas by passengers without proper restraints could result in serious in ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 30

    Center armrest (if so equipped) Pull the armrest down until it is horizontal. HEAD RESTRAINTS WARNING Head restraints supplement the other ve- hicle safety systems. They may provide additional protection against injury in cer- tain rear end collisions. Adjust the head restraints properly, as specified in this section. Check the adjustment after som ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 31

    Components 1. Head restraint 2. Adjustment notches 3. Lock knob 4. Stalks 5. Release knob Adjustment Adjust the head restraint so the center is level with the center of the seat occupant’s ears. T o raise the head restraint, pull it up. WRS0921 WRS0134 LRS0888 1-12 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 32

    T o lower, push and hold the lock knob and push the head restraint down. Removal Use the following procedure to remove the ad- justable head restraints. 1. Pull the head restraint up to the highest position. 2. Push and hold the lock knob and release knob. 3. Remove the head restraint from the seat. 4. Store the head restraint properly so it is not ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 33

    Install 1. Align the head restraint stalks with the holes in the seat. Make sure the head restraint is facing the correct direction. The stalk with the adjustment notches 䊊 1 must be installed in the hole with the lock knob 䊊 2 . 2. Push and hold the lock knob and push the head restraint down. 3. Properly adjust the head restraint before an occ ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 34

    PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT USAGE If you are wearing your seat belt properly ad- justed and you are sitting upright and well back in your seat with both feet on the floor, your chances of being injured or killed in an accident and/or the severity of injury may be greatly reduced. NISSAN strongly encourages you and all of your passengers to buckle up e ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 35

    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 ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 36

    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, NOT THE WAIST . A lap belt worn too h ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 37

    PREGNANT WOMEN NISSAN recommends that pregnant women use seat belts. The seat belt should be worn snug and always position the lap belt as low as possible around the hips, not the waist. Place the shoulder belt over your shoulder and across your chest. Never run the lap/shoulder belt over your ab- dominal area. Contact your doctor for specific reco ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 38

    䊊 2 Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retractor and insert the tongue into the buckle 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 permits the seat belt to move, and allows you some freedom of movement in the seat. ● If the seat belt cannot be pulle ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 39

    Unfastening the seat belts 䊊 1 T o unfasten the seat belt, press the button on the buckle. The seat belt automatically re- tracts. Checking seat belt operation Seat belt retractors are designed to lock seat belt movement by two separate methods: ● When the seat belt is pulled quickly from the retractor. ● When the vehicle slows down rapidly. ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 40

    The shoulder belt comfort assist arm can be adjusted to the position best for you. See “Pre- cautions on seat belt usage” earlier in this sec- tion. T o adjust, move the arm up as indicated. WARNING ● After adjustment, release the adjust- ment button and try to move the shoul- der belt anchor up and down to make sure it is securely fixed in p ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 41

    ● If dirt builds up in the shoulder belt guide of the seat belt anchors, the seat belts may retract slowly. Wipe the shoulder belt guide with a clean, dry cloth. ● Periodically check to see that the seat belt and the metal components, such as buckles, tongues, retractors, flexible wires and anchors work properly. If loose parts, deterioration, ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 42

    This is especially important because your vehicle has a supplemental restraint sys- tem (Air bag system) for the front passen- ger. See “Supplemental restraint system” later in this section. INFANTS Infants up to at least 1 year old should be placed in a rear-facing child restraint. NISSAN recom- mends that infants be placed in child restraints ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 43

    PRECAUTIONS ON CHILD RESTRAINTS WARNING ● Failure to follow the warnings and in- structions for proper use and installa- tion of child restraints could result in serious injury or death of a child or other passengers in a sudden stop or collision: – The child restraint must be used and installed properly. Always follow all of the child restrain ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 44

    – Child restraint anchor points are de- signed to withstand loads from child restraints that are properly fitted. – Never use the anchor points for adult seat belts or harnesses. – A child restraint with a top tether strap should not be used in the front passenger seat. – Keep seatbacks as upright as pos- sible after fitting the child restr ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 45

    LA T CH (Lower Anchors and T ethers for CHildren) SYSTEM Y our vehicle is equipped with special anchor points that are used with LA T CH (Lower Anchors and T ethers for CHildren) system compatible child restraints. This system may also be referred to as the ISOFIX or ISOFIX compatible system. With this system, you do not have to use a vehicle seat ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 46

    Installing child restraint LA T CH lower anchor attachments LA T CH compatible child restraints include two rigid or webbing-mounted attachments that can be connected to two anchors located at certain seating positions in your vehicle. With this sys- tem, you do not have to use a vehicle seat belt to secure the child restraint. Check your child re- ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 47

    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. See “In- stalling top tether strap” later in this section. If you have any questions when installing a top tether strap child restraint on the rear seat, consult your N ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 48

    3. Secure the child restraint anchor attach- ments to the LA T CH lower anchors. Check to make sure the LA T CH attachment is prop- erly attached to the lower anchors. 4. 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 cente ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 49

    6. Check to make sure the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use. If the child restraint is loose, repeat steps 2 through 5. REAR-FACING CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLATION USING THE SEAT BELTS 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 ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 50

    Refer to all W arnings and Cautions in the “Child safety” and “Child restraints” sections before in- stalling a child restraint. 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 ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 51

    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 ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 52

    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. FORWARD-FACING CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLATION USING LA T CH Refer to all W arnings and ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 53

    3. Secure the child restraint anchor attach- ments to the LA T CH lower anchors. Check to make sure the LA T CH attachment is prop- erly attached to the lower anchors. If the child restraint is equipped with a top tether strap, route the top tether strap and secure the tether strap to the tether anchor point. See “Installing top tether strap” i ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 54

    5. 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 knee to compress the vehicle seat cushion and seatback while tightening the webbing of the anchor attachments. 6. Tighten the tether ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 55

    Refer to all W arnings and Cautions in the “Child Safety” and “Child Restraint” sections before in- stalling a child restraint. 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 ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 56

    4. Pull the shoulder belt until the belt is fully extended. At this time, the seat belt retractor is in the Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) mode (child restraint mode) . It reverts to Emergency Locking Retractor (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 ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 57

    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 ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 58

    INSTALLING TOP TETHER STRAP First, secure the child restraint with the LA T CH lower anchors (rear outboard seat positions only) or the seat belt, as applicable. 1. Flip up the anchor cover 䊊 1 from the anchor point which is located directly behind the child seat. 2. Position the top tether strap over the top of the seatback 䊊 2 . 3. Secure the ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 59

    ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 60

    Booster seat installation CAUTION Do not use the lap/shoulder belt in the Automatic Locking Retractor mode when using a booster seat with the seat belts. Refer to all W arnings and Cautions in the “Child Safety” , “Child Restraint” and “Booster Seats” sections before installing a child restraint. Follow these steps to install a booster ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 61

    If the seating position does not have an adjustable head restraint and it is interfering with the proper booster seat fit, try another seating position or a different booster seat. 4. Position the lap portion of the seat belt low and snug on the child’s hips. Be sure to follow the booster seat manufacturer’s in- structions for adjusting the sea ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 62

    Roof-mounted curtain side-impact supple- mental air bag system: This system can help cushion the impact force to the head of occu- pants in front and rear outboard seating positions in certain side-impact collisions. The curtain air bags are designed to inflate on the side where the vehicle is impacted. These supplemental restraint systems are de- ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 63

    ● The driver and front passenger seat belt buckles are equipped with sensors that detect if the seat belts are fastened. The Advanced Air Bag System monitors the severity of a collision and seat belt us- age then inflates the air bags. Failure to properly wear seat belts can increase the risk or severity of injury in an accident. ● The front pa ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 64

    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. ARS1041 ARS1042 ARS1043 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-45 ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 65

    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 ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 66

    WARNING Front seat-mounted side-impact supple- mental air bags and roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bags: ● The side air bags and curtain air bags ordinarily will not inflate in the event of a frontal impact, rear impact, rollover or lower severity side collision. Always wear your seat belts to help reduce the risk or severity of ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 67

    SSS0159 SSS0162 1-48 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 68

    Coupe WRS0908 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-49 ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 69

    1. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bag inflators 2. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bags 3. Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bag modules 4. Air bag Control Unit (ACU) 5. Supplemental front-impact air bag mod- ules 6. Crash zone sensor 7. Seat belt buckle switches on driver’s and passenger’s sid ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 70

    NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System (front seats) This vehicle is equipped with the NISSAN Ad- vanced Air Bag System for the driver and front passenger seats. This system is designed to meet certification requirements under U.S. regu- lations. It is also permitted in Canada. However, all of the information, cautions and warn- ings in this manual still a ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 71

    Front passenger air bag and status light WARNING The front passenger air bag is designed to automatically turn OFF under some con- ditions. Read this section carefully to learn how it operates. Proper use of the seat, seat belt and child restraints is nec- essary for most effective protection. Fail- ure to follow all instructions in this manual con ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 72

    restraints and booster seats be properly installed in a rear seat. If this is not possible, the occupant classification sensor is designed to operate as described above to turn the front passenger air bag OFF for specified child restraints as required by the regulations. Failing to properly secure child restraints and to use the ALR mode (child res ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 73

    ● 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 sensor (pattern sen- sor) . This can affect the operation of the air bag system and result in serious personal injury. ● Do not use w ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 74

    Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bag and roof- mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bag systems The side air bags are located in the outside of the seatback of the front seats. The curtain air bags are located in the side roof rails. These systems are designed to meet voluntary guidelines to help reduce the risk of injury to ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 75

    ● Right after inflation, several side air bag and curtain air bag system components will be hot. Do not touch them; you may severely burn yourself. ● No unauthorized changes should be made to any components or wiring of the side air bag and curtain air bag systems. This is to prevent damage to or accidental inflation of the side air bag and cur ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 76

    The pretensioner system activates in conjunction with the front air bag system. W orking with the seat belt retractor, it helps tighten the seat belt when the vehicle becomes involved in certain types of collisions, helping to restrain front seat occupants. The pretensioner is encased with the seat belt retractor. These seat belts are used the same ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 77

    SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT The supplemental air bag warning light, displaying in the instrument panel, moni- tors the circuits of the supplemental front-impact air bag, front seat-mounted side-impact supple- mental air bag, roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bag and seat belt pretensioner systems. The monitored circuits inclu ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 78

    ● The front air bag, side air bag, curtain air bag systems and the pretensioner system should be inspected by a NISSAN dealer if there is any damage to the front end or side portion of the vehicle. ● If you need to dispose of a supplemen- tal air bag or pretensioners or scrap the vehicle, contact a NISSAN dealer. Incor- rect disposal procedures ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 79

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

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 80

    Windows ........................................ 2-42 P ower windows ............................... 2-42 Moonroof (if so equipped) ......................... 2-45 Automatic moonroof ........................... 2-45 Interior light ...................................... 2-47 Console light (if so equipped) ................... 2-48 Personal Lights .... ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 81

    1. V ents (P . 4-18) 2. Headlight/fog light (if so equipped)/turn signal switch (P . 2-28) 3. Steering wheel switch for audio control (if so equipped)/Bluetooth 姞 Hands-free Phone System (if so equipped) (P . 4-96, P . 4-92, P . 4-106) 4. Meters and gauges (P . 2-3) 5. Driver supplemental air bag/horn (P . 1-42, P . 2-34) 6. Cruise control main/s ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 82

    20. V ehicle information display controls (P . 2-17) 21. Hood release (P . 3-23) 22. T runk opener (P . 3-23) V ehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch (P . 2-35) NISSAN Intelligent K ey™ port (P . 5-7) *: Refer to the separate Navigation System Own- er’s Manual (if so equipped) . See the page number indicated in paren- theses for operating det ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 83

    1. Speedometer 2. Change button 3. Odometer/twin trip odometer SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER Speedometer The speedometer 䊊 1 indicates vehicle speed in miles per hour (MPH) and kilometers per hour (km/h) . Odometer/T win trip odometer The odometer/twin trip odometer is displayed when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position. The odometer recor ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 84

    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 TEMPERATURE GAUGE The gauge indicat ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 85

    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 E (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 ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 86

    Push 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: W est If the display reads “C”, calibrate the compass by driving the vehicle in three complete circles at less th ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 87

    ● 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 equi ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 88

    ● 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. ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 89

    or Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light Seat belt warning light and chime Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) or Brake warning light Supplemental air bag warning light Security indicator light Charge warning light Continuously Variable T ransmission (CVT) position indicator light (if so equipped) Slip indicator light Continuously Variable T r ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 90

    W ARNING LIGHTS or Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light illuminates and then turns off. This indicates the ABS is operational. If the ABS warning light illuminates while the engine is running, or while driving, it may indicate the ABS is ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 91

    CAUTION ● Do not ground electrical accessories directly to the battery terminal. Doing so will bypass the variable control sys- tem and the vehicle battery may not charge completely. Refer to “Variable voltage control system” in the “Mainte- nance and do-it-yourself” section later in this manual. ● Do not continue driving if the generat ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 92

    For additional information, see “Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)” in the “Starting and driving” section and “Tire pressure” in the “Main- tenance and do-it-yourself” section. WARNING ● If the light does not illuminate with the ignition switch placed in the ON posi- tion, have the vehicle checked by a NISSAN dealer as soon a ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 93

    Supplemental air bag warning light When the ignition switch is placed in the ON or ST ART position, the supplemental air bag warn- ing light illuminates for about 7 seconds and then turns off. This means the system is operational. If any of the following conditions occur, the front air bag, side air bag, curtain air bag, and preten- sioner systems ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 94

    The high beam indicator light also comes on when the passing signal is activated. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) If this indicator light comes on steady or blinks while the engine is running, it may indicate a potential emission control malfunction. The Malfunction Indicator Light may also come on steady if the fuel-filler cap is loose or missin ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 95

    T urn signal/hazard indicator lights The appropriate light flashes when the turn signal switch is activated. Both lights flash when the hazard switch is turned on. V ehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF indicator light This indicator light comes on when the V ehicle Dynamic Control off switch is pushed to OFF . This indicates the V ehicle Dynamic Contr ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 96

    The vehicle information display 䊊 1 is located on the bottom of the speedometer. It displays such items as: ● Intelligent Key operation information ● some indicators and warnings ● other information For details about the Intelligent Key , see “NISSAN Intelligent Key™” in the “Pre-driving checks and adjustments” section. HOW TO USE ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 97

    Average speed mode The average speed mode can be selected to display the average miles per gallon and miles per hour since the last reset. Time/Miles (km) mode The time/miles (km) mode can be selected to show the time and distance driven since the last reset. Range mode The range mode can be selected to give you an estimation of the distance that c ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 98

    Exterior temperature mode The exterior temperature mode can be selected to provide you with the temperature outside of your vehicle. Setting mode The setting mode allows you to set reminders or preferences for alerts, maintenance intervals or language displays. In the setting mode screen press to move to: ● Alert ● Maintenance ● Options and p ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 99

    Reset mode The reset mode can be selected in any screen that allows for preferences to be programmed. Once the screen is selected, you have the option to reset the selected distances or time to a new setting. Maintenance mode The maintenance mode allows you to set alerts for the reminding of maintenance intervals for the following: ● tires ● oi ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 100

    Warning mode The warning mode can be selected to view any warnings that may be present. Once the screen is selected you have the option of skipping the warning or viewing it in detail. W arnings can be present for issues such as an open door or low fuel. For more information about potential warnings see “V ehicle information dis- play warnings an ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 101

    V ehicle information display warnings and indicators 1. Door and trunk open warning 2. Push warning (CVT models) 3. Low fuel warning 4. Low windshield-washer fluid warning 5. No key warning 6. Parking brake warning 7. Shift P warning (CVT models) 8. Engine start operation indicator (CVT models) 9. Engine start operation indicator (M/T models) 10. N ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 102

    11. NISSAN Intelligent Key™ removal indicator 12. NISSAN Intelligent Key™ battery discharge indicator Door and trunk open warning This warning illuminates when a door or the trunk has been opened when the engine is running. Push warning (CVT models) After the Shift P warning illuminates, the Push warning will illuminate if the ignition switch i ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 103

    Engine start operation indicator (CVT models) This indicator illuminates when the ignition switch is placed in the L OCK, OFF , ACC or ON position with the shift selector in the P (Park) position. This indicator means that the engine will start by pushing the push-button ignition switch with the brake pedal depressed. Engine start operation indicat ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 104

    The system helps deter vehicle theft but cannot prevent it, nor can it prevent the theft of interior or exterior vehicle components in all situations. Al- ways secure your vehicle even if parking for a brief period. Never leave your Intelligent Key in the vehicle, and always lock the vehicle when unattended. Be aware of your surroundings, and park ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 105

    Statement related to Section 15 of FCC Rules for NISSAN V ehicle Immobilizer Sys- tem This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the follow- ing two conditions; (1) This device may not cause harmful in- terference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including in ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 106

    䊊 2 Low — continuous low speed operation 䊊 3 High — continuous high speed operation Push the lever up 䊊 4 to have one sweep opera- tion of the wiper. Pull the lever toward you 䊊 5 to operate the washer. The wiper will also operate several times. WARNING In freezing temperatures the washer solu- tion may freeze on the windshield and obsc ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 107

    NO TE: The top and bottom few rows of wires on the rear window are not part of the rear window defroster system. These wires make up the antenna for the audio system. X ENON HEADLIGHTS (if so equipped) WARNING Ꮨ HIGH VOL T AGE ● When xenon headlights are on, they produce a high voltage. T o prevent an electric shock, never attempt to modify or ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 108

    HEADLIGHT CONTROL SWITCH 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. T ype A LIC1085 T ype B LIC1064 T ype C LIC1063 Instruments and controls 2-29 ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 109

    CAUTION Use the headlights with the engine run- ning to avoid discharging the vehicle battery. Autolight system (if so equipped) The autolight system allows the headlights to be set so they turn on and off automatically. The autolight system can: ● T urn on the headlights, front parking, tail, license plate and instrument panel lights au- tomatic ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 110

    Be sure you do not put anything on top of the autolight sensor located on the top side of the instrument panel. The autolight sen- sor controls the autolight ; if it is covered, the autolight sensor reacts as if it is dark out and the headlights will illuminate. If this occurs while parked with the engine off and the ignition switch placed in the O ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 111

    WARNING When the daytime running light system is active, tail lights on your vehicle are not on. It is necessary at dusk to turn on your headlights. Failure to do so could cause an accident injuring yourself and others. INSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESS CONTROL The instrument cluster illuminates when the igni- tion switch is placed in the ON position. The inst ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 112

    FOG LIGHT SWITCH (if so equipped) T o turn the fog lights on, turn the headlight switch to the position, then turn the fog light switch to the position. T o turn the fog lights on with the headlight switch in the AUTO position (if so equipped) , the head- lights must be on, then turn the fog light switch to the position. T o turn the fog lights off ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 113

    T o sound the horn, push the center pad area of the steering wheel. WARNING Do not disassemble the horn. Doing so could affect proper operation of the supplemental front air bag system. T am- pering with the supplemental front air bag system may result in serious personal injury. The front seats are warmed by built-in heaters. 1. Start the engine. ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 114

    The vehicle should be driven with the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system on for most driv- ing conditions. If the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, the VDC system reduces the engine output to reduce wheel spin. The engine speed will be reduced even if the accelerator is depressed to the floor. If maximum engine power is needed to free a stuck vehi ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 115

    Open the lower half of the console box to access the power outlet. Refer to “Console box” in this section. MAP POCKETS SEATBACK 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. Console box WIC1262 WIC1263 LIC0016 STORAGE 2-36 Instruments and c ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 116

    STORAGE POUCH (if so equipped) A storage pouch is located on the front of the driver’s and passenger’s seats. WARNING Do not store angular, sharp, heavy objects or objects that cannot fully fit inside the pouch because they might increase the likelihood of an injury in a crash. SUNGLASSES HOLDER T o open the sunglasses holder, push and release. ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 117

    Front - T ype A LIC1075 Front - T ype B LIC1105 Rear (sedan) WRS0167 2-38 Instruments and controls ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 118

    CUP HOLDERS T o open the front cup holders, push the cup holder lid. T o close, lower the cup holder lid and push down until it clicks in place. The plastic insert (if so equipped) may be re- moved to accommodate a larger cup size or for cleaning. The rear center cup holders are located in the rear fold-down armrest (sedan) or in the rear arm rest ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 119

    GLOVE BOX Open the glove box by pulling the handle. Use the master key when locking 䊊 1 or unlocking 䊊 2 the glove box. WARNING Keep glove box lid closed while driving to help prevent injury in an accident or a sudden stop. CONSOLE BOX Upper half Pull up on the driver’s side latch to open the upper half of the console box. The mat (if so equi ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 120

    STORAGE BOX (if so equipped) COVERED STORAGE BOX Push the center of the lid to open. GROCERY 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. LIC1477 LIC1597 LIC0748 Instruments and controls 2-41 ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 121

    CARGO NET (if so equipped) WARNING Properly secure all cargo with ropes or straps to help prevent it from sliding or shifting. In a sudden stop or collision, un- secured cargo could cause personal injury. The cargo net helps keep packages in the cargo area from moving around while the vehicle is in motion. T o install the cargo net, attach the net ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 122

    1. Window lock button 2. P ower door lock switch 3. Front passenger side (automatic switch, if so equipped) 4. Right rear passenger side (sedan only) 5. Left rear passenger side (sedan only) 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 win ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 123

    Rear power window switch (sedan only) 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 button is depressed, only the driver’s side window can be opened or cl ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 124

    When power window switch does not operate If the power window automatic function (closing only) does not operate properly, perform the fol- lowing procedure to initialize the power window system: 1. Place the ignition switch in the ON position. 2. Open the window more than halfway by operating the power window switch. 3. Pull the power window switc ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 125

    CAUTION ● Remove water drops, snow, ice or sand from the moonroof before opening. ● Do not place heavy objects on the moonroof or surrounding area. Resetting the moonroof switch The moonroof switch may not operate properly and need to be reset if any of the following conditions have occurred: ● the moonroof has been manually moved, ● the mo ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 126

    WARNING ● In an accident you could be thrown from the vehicle through an open moonroof. Always use seat belts and child restraints. ● Do not allow anyone to stand up or extend any portion of their body out of the moonroof opening while the vehicle is in motion or while the moonroof is closing. CAUTION ● Remove water drops, snow, ice or sand f ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 127

    NO TE: The doorstep lights illuminate when the driver and passenger doors are opened re- gardless of the interior light switch posi- tion. These lights will turn off automatically after 30 minutes while doors are open to prevent the battery from becoming dis- charged. CAUTION Do not use for extended periods of time with the engine stopped. This cou ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 128

    T o turn the map lights on, press the light lens. T o turn them off, press the lens 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 opened. When the trunk lid is closed, the light goes off. The light will go off after about 30 minu ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 129

    WARNING ● Do not use the HomeLink 姞 Universal T ransceiver with any garage door opener that lacks safety stop and re- verse features as required by federal safety standards. (These standards be- came effective for opener models manufactured after April 1, 1982) . A ga- rage door opener which cannot detect an object in the path of a closing gara ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 130

    grammed device, press and hold the pro- grammed HomeLink 姞 button — releasing when the device begins to activate. 5. If the indicator light on the HomeLink 姞 blinks rapidly for 2 seconds and then turns solid, HomeLink 姞 has picked up a “rolling code” garage door opener signal. Y ou will need to proceed with the next steps to train the H ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 131

    ● position the hand-held transmitte r1-3 inches (26 - 76 mm) away from the HomeLink 姞 surface. Hold the transmitter in that position for up to 15 seconds. If HomeLink 姞 is not programmed within that time, try holding the transmitter in another position – keeping the indicator light in view at all times. If you continue to have programming d ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 132

    3. Press and hold the hand-held transmitter button. 4. The HomeLink 姞 indicator light will flash, first slowly and then rapidly. When the indicator light begins to flash rapidly, release both buttons. The HomeLink 姞 Universal T ransceiver button has now been reprogrammed. The new device can be activated by pushing the HomeLink 姞 button that w ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 133

    MEMO 2-54 Instruments and controls ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 134

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

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 135

    1. T wo Intelligent K eys 2. Mechanical keys (inside Intelligent K eys) 3. K ey number plate NISSAN INTELLIGENT K EY™ Y our vehicle can only be driven with the Intelligent K ey which are registered to your vehicle’s Intelli- gent Key components and NISSAN V ehicle Im- mobilizer System components. Never leave these keys in the vehicle. As many a ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 136

    Mechanical key The Intelligent Key contains the mechanical key. T o remove the mechanical key , release the lock knob on the back of the Intelligent Key . T o install the mechanical key, firmly insert it into the Intelligent Key until the lock knob returns to the lock position. Use the mechanical key to lock or unlock the doors, trunk lid, glove bo ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 137

    When the doors are locked using one of the following methods, the doors can not be opened using the inside or outside door handles. The doors must be unlocked to open the doors. WARNING ● Always have the doors locked while driving. Along with the use of seat belts, this provides greater safety in the event of an accident by helping to prevent per ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 138

    LOCKING WITH INSIDE LOCK KNOB T o lock the door without the key , move the inside lock knob to the lock position 䊊 1 , then close the door. T o unlock the door without the key, move the inside lock knob to the unlock position 䊊 2 . LOCKING WITH POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH T o lock all the doors without a key , push the door lock switch (driver’s o ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 139

    3. Within 20 seconds of performing Step 2, push and hold the power door lock switch to the position (UNL OCK) for more than 5 seconds. 4. When activated, the hazard indicator will flash twice. When deactivated, the hazard indicator will flash once. 5. The ignition switch must be placed in the OFF and ON position again between each setting change. W ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 140

    CAUTION ● Be sure to carry the Intelligent Key with you when operating the vehicle. ● Never leave the Intelligent Key in the vehicle when you leave the vehicle. The Intelligent Key is always communicating with the vehicle as it receives radio waves. The Intel- ligent Key transmits weak radio waves. Environ- mental conditions may interfere with ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 141

    If an Intelligent K ey is lost or stolen, NISSAN recommends erasing the ID code of that Intelli- gent Key from the vehicle. This may prevent the unauthorized use of the Intelligent Key to operate the vehicle. For information regarding the erasing procedure, contact a NISSAN dealer. OPERATING RANGE The Intelligent Key functions can only be used when ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 142

    DOOR LOCKS/UNLOCKS PRECAUTION ● Do not push the door handle request switch with the Intelligent Key held in your hand as illustrated. The close distance to the door handle will cause the Intelligent K ey system to have difficulty recognizing that the Intelli- gent Key is outside the vehicle. ● After locking with the door handle request switch, ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 143

    Locking doors 1. Move the shift selector to the P (Park) posi- tion, place the ignition switch in the LOCK position and make sure you carry the Intelli- gent Key with you. 2. Close all doors. 3. Push any door handle request switch 䊊 1 while carrying the Intelligent Key with you. 4. All doors and the trunk will lock. 5. The hazard warning lights f ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 144

    NO TE: The doors may not lock when the Intelli- gent Key is in the same hand that is oper- ating the request switch to lock the door. Put the Intelligent Key in a purse, pocket or your other hand. CAUTION The lockout protection may not function under the following conditions: ● When the Intelligent Key is placed on top of the instrument panel. ? ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 145

    ● Placing the ignition switch in the ON posi- tion. ● Locking the doors with the remote controller. ● Switching the room light switch to the OFF position. Opening the trunk lid 1. Push the trunk opener request switch 䊊 A for more than 1 second while carrying the Intel- ligent Key with you. 2. The trunk will unlatch. A chime will sound 4 tim ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 146

    Locking doors 1. Place the ignition switch in the L OCK 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 (2010) - page 147

    The interior light illuminates for 15 seconds when a door is unlocked and the room light switch is in the DOOR position. The light can be turned off without waiting for 15 seconds by performing one of the following op- erations: ● Placing the ignition switch in the ON posi- tion. ● Locking the doors with the Intelligent Key . ● Switching the ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 148

    Silencing the horn beep feature If desired, the horn beep feature can be deacti- vated using the Intelligent Key . T o deactivate: Press and hold the and buttons for at least 2 seconds. The hazard warning lights will flash 3 times to confirm that the horn beep feature has been deactivated. T o activate: Press and hold the and buttons for at least 2 ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 149

    T ROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE V erify the location of all Intelligent Keys 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 pushing the ignition switch to stop the engine The SHIFT P warning appears on the dis- pl ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 150

    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 (2010) - page 151

    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 (2010) - page 152

    Locking doors 1. Place the ignition switch in the L OCK 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 (2010) - page 153

    The interior light illuminates for 15 seconds when a door is unlocked and the room light switch is in the DOOR position. The light can be turned off without waiting for 15 seconds by performing one of the following op- erations: ● Placing the ignition switch in the ON posi- tion. ● Locking the doors with the Intelligent Key . ● Switching the ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 154

    Silencing the horn beep feature If desired, the horn beep feature can be deacti- vated using the Intelligent Key . T o deactivate: Press and hold the and buttons for at least 2 seconds. The hazard warning lights will flash 3 times to confirm that the horn beep feature has been deactivated. T o activate: Press and hold the and buttons for at least 2 ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 155

    T ROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE V erify the location of all Intelligent Keys 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 pushing the ignition switch to stop the engine The SHIFT P warning appears on the dis- pl ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 156

    䊊 1 Pull the hood lock release handle located below the driver’s side instrument panel; the hood springs up slightly . 䊊 2 Lift the lever at the front of the hood with your fingertips and raise the hood. 䊊 3 Remove the support rod from the clamp. 䊊 4 Insert the support rod into the hole on the passenger’s side of the hood. 䊊 5 When cl ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 157

    ● Closely supervise children when they are around cars to prevent them from playing and becoming locked in the trunk where they could be seriously in- jured. Keep the car locked, with the rear seatback and trunk lid securely latched when not in use, and prevent children’s access to car keys. T o open the trunk lid, push the opener switch down. ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 158

    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 OPERATION The fuel-fill ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 159

    WARNING ● Gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive under certain condi- tions. Y ou could be burned or seriously injured if it is misused or mishandled. Always stop the engine and do not smoke or allow open flames or sparks near the vehicle when refueling. ● Fuel may be under pressure. T urn the cap a third of a turn, and wait for a ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 160

    TILT OPERATION Pull the lever 䊊 1 all the way toward you and adjust the steering wheel up or down 䊊 2 to the desired position. Lock the wheel by releasing the lever and ensure that the lever has returned to its original position. WARNING Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. Y ou could lose control of your vehicle and cause an acciden ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 161

    䊊 3 Slide the extension sun visor (if so equipped) in or out as needed. CAUTION Do not store the sun visor before returning the extension to its original position. 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. REA ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 162

    AUTOMATIC ANTI-GLARE REARVIEW MIRROR (if so equipped) The inside mirror is designed so that it automati- cally dims during night time conditions and ac- cording to the intensity of the headlights of the vehicle following you. The automatic anti-glare feature is activated when the ignition switch is in the ON position. The indicator light will illum ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 163

    For information on the compass display (if so equipped) , see “Compass display” in the “Instru- ments and controls” section of this manual. OUTSIDE MIRRORS WARNING ● 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. U ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 164

    MEMO Pre-driving checks and adjustments 3-31 ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 165

    4 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems Control panel buttons — color screen with Navigation System (if so equipped) ..................4 - 2 How to use the touch screen ....................4 - 3 How to select menus on the screen ..............4 - 5 How to use the INFO button .....................4 - 5 How to use the SETTING ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 166

    Music Box 姞 Hard Drive audio system (if so equipped) ............................... 4-77 Bluetooth 姞 streaming audio (if so equipped) ...... 4-84 CD care and cleaning .......................... 4-87 Steering wheel switch for audio control (if so equipped) ............................... 4-89 Antenna ...................................... 4-91 ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 167

    WARNING ● Do not disassemble or modify this sys- tem. If you do, it may result in accidents, fire, or electrical shock. ● In case you notice any foreign object in the system hardware, spill liquid on it, or notice smoke or smell coming from it, stop using the system immediately and contact your nearest NISSAN dealer. Ignoring such conditions ma ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 168

    *For Navigation system control buttons, refer to the separate Navigation System Owner’s Manual. When you use this system, make sure the engine is running. If you use the system with the engine not running (ignition ON or ACC) for a long time, it will discharge the battery, and the engine will not start. Reference symbols: “Example” — Words ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 169

    Adjusting the item: T ouch the “+” key 䊊 1 or the “ ⫺ ” key 䊊 2 to adjust the settings of an item. T ouch the up arrow 䊊 3 to scroll up the page one item at a time, or touch the double up arrow 䊊 4 to scroll up an entire page. T ouch the down arrow 䊊 5 to scroll down the page one item at a time, or touch the double down arrow ? ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 170

    HOW TO SELECT MENUS ON THE SCREEN V ehicle functions are viewed on the center dis- play screen in menus. Whenever a menu selec- tion is made or menu item is highlighted, different areas on the screen provide you with important information. See the following for details. 1. Header: Shows the path used to get to the current screen (for example, press ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 171

    W eather Info Refer to the separate Navigation System Own- er’s Manual for information regarding this item. Map Update Refer to the separate Navigation System Own- er’s Manual for information regarding this item. Navigation Version Refer to the separate Navigation System Own- er’s Manual for information regarding this item. GPS Position For G ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 172

    Display settings Select the “Display” key . On the screen above, select the “Display Adjustment” key. The Display Adjustment screen will appear. Brightness/contrast : Select the “Brightness” key or the “Contrast” key to adjust the brightness or contrast of the display background. T ouch the “+” or “-” key to adjust the brigh ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 173

    T o turn the screen on: ● Press the SETTING button and select the “Display” key and then select the “Display ON” key, or ● Press the button and the message “resuming display” will appear and the “Dis- play ON” key will be automatically turned on (no amber indicator) . Background color: Select the “Background Color” key; the ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 174

    Clock Format (24h) : When this item is enabled (indicator light illumi- nated) , the clock format will change from the default 12-hour display to a 24-hour display. Offset (hour) : Adjust the time by increasing or decreasing the hours. Offset (minute) : Adjust the time by increasing or decreasing the minutes. Daylight Savings Time: When this item i ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 175

    Others settings Select the “Others” key. Comfort settings, lan- guage and units and V oice Recognition settings will be displayed. Comfort settings Select the “Others” key, then select the “Com- fort” key. The Comfort settings screen will be displayed. Y ou can set the following operating conditions by selecting the key for the desired ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 176

    Speed Sensing Wiper Interval: Select to turn on or turn off the wiper interval adjusted automati- cally according to the vehicle speed. Selective Door Unlock: When this item is turned on, only the driver’s door is unlocked first after the door unlock operation. When the door handle request switch on the driver’s or front passenger’s side door ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 177

    Select Units: Select the “US” (mi, °F , MPG) key or the “Metric” (km, °C, L/100 km) key to change the units shown on the display . V oice Recognition: For V oice Recognition settings, refer to “NISSAN V oice Recognition system” in this section. Navigation settings Refer to the separate Navigation System Own- er’s Manual for informat ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 178

    Press and hold the button for more than two seconds to turn the display off. Press the button again to turn the display on. When the shift selector is shifted into the R (Reverse) position, the monitor display shows the view directly to the rear of the vehicle. WARNING ● The system is designed as an aid to the driver in detecting large stationary ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 179

    They are indicated as reference distances to objects. The lines and colors in the display indi- cate distances from the back bumper line 䊊 A in the illustration. 䊊 1 1.5 ft (0.5 m) red 䊊 2 3 ft (1 m) yellow 䊊 3 7 ft (2 m) green 䊊 4 10 ft (3 m) green The vehicle clearance lines are wider than the actual clearance. DIFFERENCE BETWEEN PREDIC ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 180

    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 3 ft (1.0 m) to the place 䊊 A , but ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 181

    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 the same distance as the position 䊊 A . The vehicle may hit the object when backing up to the position 䊊 A if the object projects over the actual backing up course. ADJUSTING THE SCREEN The ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 182

    ● Do not adjust the Brightness or Contrast of the RearView Monitor while the vehicle is moving. For vehicles with a touch screen (T ype B): ● T o adjust the Brightness, Contrast, Display ON/OFF and Color of the RearView Moni- tor, press the SETTING button and then select the “Display” key with the RearView Monitor on. When the display adjus ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 183

    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. Right and Left WHA0736 Center WHA0737 Rear (sedan, if so equipped) WHA0688 V ENTS 4-18 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 184

    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 ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 185

    — Air flows from center and side vents and foot outlets. — Air flows mainly from foot outlets. — Air flows from defroster outlets and foot outlets. — Air flows mainly from defroster outlets. T emperature control dial The temperature control dial allows you to adjust the temperature of the outlet air. T o lower the temperature, turn the dial ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 186

    3. T urn the temperature control dial to the de- sired position between the middle and the hot position. ● T o quickly remove ice or fog from the win- dows, turn the fan control dial to the highest setting and the temperature control to the full HO T position. ● When the position is selected, the air conditioner automatically turns on (however, ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 187

    ● For quick cooling when the outside tem- perature is high, push the button to the ON position. Be sure to return the to the OFF position for normal cooling. MAX A/C may be used for quick cooling. Dehumidified heating This mode is used to heat and dehumidify the air. 1. Press the button to the OFF position. 2. Press the air flow control button. 3 ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 188

    WHA1408 WHA1409 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems 4-23 ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 189

    WHA1410 WHA1411 4-24 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 190

    WHA1412 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems 4-25 ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 191

    1. Driver temperature control dial 2. Air flow control buttons 3. Passenger temperature control dial 4. DUAL button 5. Rear defrost button 6. Front window defrost button 7. Fan speed dial/system OFF button 8. Air recirculation button 9. A/C ON/OFF button 10. AUT O button WARNING ● The air conditioner cooling function op- erates only when the engi ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 192

    ● The temperature of the passenger compart- ment will be maintained automatically. Air flow distribution, fan speed and A/C on/off are also controlled automatically . ● A visible mist may be seen coming from the vents in hot, humid conditions as the air is cooled rapidly. This does not indicate a mal- function. Dehumidified defrosting or defogg ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 193

    OPERATING TIPS ● When the engine coolant temperature and outside air temperature are low, the air flow from the foot outlets may not operate for a maximum of 150 seconds. However, this is not a malfunction. After the coolant tempera- ture warms up, air flow from the foot outlets will operate normally . The sunload sensor, located on the top of th ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 194

    RADIO With the ignition placed in the ACC or ON posi- tion, press the PWR (power)/VOL (volume) knob to turn the radio on. If you listen to the radio with the engine not running, the ignition should be placed in the ACC position. Radio reception is affected by station signal strength, distance from radio transmitter, build- ings, bridges, mountains ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 195

    SATELLITE RADIO RECEPTION (if so equipped) When the satellite radio is used for the first time or the battery has been replaced, the satellite radio may not work properly. This is not a mal- function. W ait more than 10 minutes with satellite radio ON and the vehicle outside of any metal or large building for satellite radio to receive all of the n ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 196

    ● CDs that are in poor condition or are dirty, scratched or covered with finger- prints may not work properly. ● The following CDs may not work prop- erly: ● Copy control compact disc s (CCCD) ● Recordable compact disc s (CD-R) ● Rewritable compact disc s (CD-RW) ● Do not use the following CDs as they may cause the CD player to malfunc- ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 197

    ● Recordable compact disc s (DVD±R, DVD±R DL) ● Rewritable compact discs (DVD±RW, DVD±RW DL) ● Do not use the following CDs/DVDs as they may cause the CD/DVD player to malfunction. ● 3.1 in (8 cm) disc s ● CDs/DVDs that are not round ● CDs/DVDs with a paper label ● CDs/DVDs that are warped, scratched, or have abnormal edges ● Th ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 198

    ● This copyright protected technology cannot be used without a permit from Macrovision Corporation. It is limited to personal use, etc., as long as the permit from Macrovision Corporation is not issued. ● Modifying or disassembling is prohib- ited. ● Dolby digital is manufactured under li- cense from Dolby Laboratories, Inc . ● Dolby and th ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 199

    ● If you are using an iPod 姞 (3rd Generation with Dock connector) , do not use very long names for the song title, album name or artist name to avoid the iPod 姞 resetting itself. iP od 姞 is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Bluetooth 姞 streaming audio (if so equipped) ● Some Bluetooth 姞 audio devic ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 200

    ● Sampling frequency — Sampling frequency is the rate at which the samples of a signal are converted from analog to digital (A/D conversion) per second. ● Multisession — Multisession is one of the methods for writing data to media. Writing data once to the media is called a single session, and writing more than once is called a multisession ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 201

    Specification chart : Supported media CD, CD-R, CD-RW Supported file systems ISO9660 LEVEL1, ISO9660 LEVEL2, Apple ISO, Romeo, Joliet * ISO9660 Level 3 (packet writing) is not supported. Supported versions*1 MP3 V ersion MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG2.5 Sampling frequency 8 kHz - 48 kHz Bit rate 8 kbps - 320 kbps, VBR WMA V ersion WMA7, WMA8, WMA9 Sampling fr ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 202

    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 (2010) - page 203

    CD, DVD or USB with Compressed Audio Files (models with Navigation System) The file types supported by this system are MP3, WMA , AAC/M4A and A TRAC3. Explanation of terms: ● 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 qual ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 204

    Playback order: Music playback order of a CD, DVD or USB device with compressed audio files is as illus- trated. ● The folder names of folders not containing compressed audio files are not shown in the display . ● If there is a file in the top level of the disc/USB, “Root Folder” is displayed. ● The playback order is the order in which th ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 205

    Specification chart : Supported media CD, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD±R, DVD±RW, DVD±R DL, USB 2.0 Supported file systems CD, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD±R, DVD±RW, DVD±R DL, ISO9660 LEVEL1, ISO9660 LEVEL2, Romeo, Joliet * ISO9660 Level 3 (packet writing) is not supported. * Files saved using the Live File System component (on a Windows Vista 姞 ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 206

    T roubleshooting guide: Symptom Cause and Countermeasure Cannot play Check if the CD/DVD/USB device was inserted correctly. Check if the CD/DVD 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, th ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 207

    Compressed Video Files (models with Navigation System) Explanation of terms: ● DivX – DivX refers to the DivX 姞 codec owned by Div, Inc. used for a lossy compres- sion of video based on MPEG-4. ● A VI – AVI stands for Audio Video Interleave. It is standard file format originated by Mi- crosoft Corporation. A .divx encoded file can be save ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 208

    Requirements for Supporting Video Playback: Media CD, CD-R, CD-RW , DVD, DVD±R, DVD±RW, DVD±RW DL, USB 2.0 Memory File Systems CD, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD, DVD±R, DVD±RW, DVD±RW DL ISO9660 LEVEL1, ISO9660 LEVEL2, Romeo, Joliet, UDF Bridge (UDF1.02+ISO9660) , UDF1.5, UDF2.0 * ISO9660 Level 3 (packet writing) is not supported. * Files saved using the ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 209

    1. SEEK/TRACK button 2. CD insert slot 3. TUNE/FF·REW button 4. CD eject button 5. AUDIO button (BASS, TREBLE, FADE and BALANCE) 6. CL OCK button 7. AUX IN jack 8. SCAN button 9. RDM/RPT button 10. PWR/VOL control knob 11. AUX button 12. RADIO button 13. CD button 14. DISP button 15. PRESET A·B·C button 16. Station select (1 - 6) buttons 17. pau ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 210

    AUDIO button (Bass, Treble, Fade and Balance) Press the AUDIO button to change the mode as follows: Bass → T reble → Fade → Balance → Beep ON/OFF → Audio → Bass T o adjust Bass, T reble, Fade and Balance press the AUDIO button until the desired mode ap- pears in the display . Press the TUNE/FF·REW or to adjust Bass and T reble to the d ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 211

    When the RADIO button is pressed while the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position, the radio will come on at the station last played. If a compact disc is playing when the RADIO button is pressed, the compact disc will auto- matically be turned off and the last radio station played will come on. The FM stereo indicator, ST , illuminates durin ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 212

    Each time the button is pressed, the CD ad- vances 1 additional track. The track number ap- pears in the display window. (When the last track on the compact disc is skipped, the first track is played.) When is pressed, the track being played returns to the beginning. Press several times to skip back several tracks. Each time the button is pressed t ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 213

    1. SCAN button 2. Station select (1 - 6) buttons 3. CD insert slot 4. Display screen 5. iP od MENU button 6. CD eject button 7. SEEK/CA TEGORY button 8. SETTING/ENTER button, SCROLL/ TUNE knob 9. AUX IN jack 10. AUX button 11. CD button 12. AM-FM button 13. RPT button 14. VOL/ON-OFF control knob 15. RDM button *No satellite radio reception is avail ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 214

    T o turn the system off, press the VOL/ON·OFF control knob. T urn the VOL/ON·OFF control knob to adjust the volume. This vehicle may be equipped with Speed Sen- sitive V olume (SSV) for audio. When this feature is active, the audio volume changes as the driving speed changes. Setting control knob (Audio, Display and Clock) : Press the SETTING but ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 215

    Display settings: T o adjust the brightness or contrast of the display screen, press the SETTING button until the cho- sen setting is displayed. Use the SCROLL/TUNE knob to adjust the display to the desired level. On-screen Clock: The clock is shown in the upper right corner of the screen. T o turn this feature off or to re-enable the clock display ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 216

    iPod 姞 MENU button This button can only be used for iP od 姞 opera- tions. See “iP od 姞 player operation without Navi- gation System” later in this section for details about the function of this button. FM/AM/SA T radio operation AM·FM button: Press the AM·FM button to change the band as follows: AM → FM1 → FM2 → AM If another audi ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 217

    If the battery cable is disconnected or if the fuse opens, the radio memory will be canceled. In that case, reset the desired stations. Compact disc (CD) player operation Place the ignition switch in the ACC or ON position and carefully insert the compact disc into the slot with the label side up. The compact disc is automatically pulled into the s ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 218

    SCROLL/TUNE knob (MP3/WMA CD only) : If an MP3/WMA CD with multiple folders is play- ing, turn the SCROLL/TUNE knob to change folders. T urn the knob to the left to skip back a folder. T urn the knob to the right to skip ahead a folder. RPT button: When the RPT button is pressed while a com- pact disc is playing, the play pattern can be changed as ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 219

    1. OPEN/TIL T button (Screen tilts down to expose CD/DVD insert slot) 2. Display screen 3. SETTING button 4. AUDIO button/control knob 5. Station select (1 - 6) buttons 6. Seeking button 7. VOL/ON·OFF control knob 8. DISC·AUX button 9. XM button* 10. FM·AM button 11. button *No satellite radio reception is available when the XM button is pressed ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 220

    This vehicle has Speed Sensitive V olume (SSV) for audio. The audio volume changes as the driv- ing speed changes. AUDIO control knob (Bass, T reble, Bal- ance and Fade) : Press the AUDIO control knob to change the mode as follows: Bass → T reble → Balance → Fade T o adjust Bass, T reble, Balance and Fade, press the AUDIO control knob until t ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 221

    Display album cover art : When an audio source encoded with album cover art is played, the album cover art can be displayed on the screen. T o toggle this feature on or off, touch the “Display Album Cover Art” key. When the feature is activated, the amber indica- tor next to the word ON will illuminate. CD, DVD or USB with compressed audio file ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 222

    The FM stereo indicator STEREO will illuminate during FM stereo reception. When the stereo broadcast signal is weak, the radio will automati- cally change from stereo to monaural reception. XM band select : Press the XM button to change the band as follows: XM1* → XM2* → XM3* → XM1 (satellite, if so equipped) When the XM button is pressed whi ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 223

    Menu (XM , if so equipped) Select the “Menu” key to see a list of options: ● Preset List – Displays the list of presets. Press and hold the key on the touchscreen to save a preset. ● Customize Channel List – deselect chan- nels to skip while using the TUNE/FOLDER knob. ● Favorite Artist & Songs – T ags the current artist or song ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 224

    If the system has been turned off while the com- pact disc was playing, pressing the VOL/ON·OFF control knob will start the compact disc. DISC·AUX button: When the DISC·AUX button is pressed with the system off and the compact disc loaded, the system will turn on and the compact disc will start to play . When the DISC·AUX button is pressed with ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 225

    ● Play Mode This option allows you to alter the play pattern of the CD. T ouch the key of the mode you wish to apply . The modes change the play pattern as follows: 1 T rack Repeat - the current track is repeated. 1 Disc Random- tracks from the entire disc are played randomly . 1 Folder Repeat (compressed audio files CD only) - the current folder ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 226

    ● T rack List The tracks on the disc are displayed. Select the key of a track name to begin playing that track. ● Title T ext Priority ● Record to Music Box, Automatic Recording, Recording Quality For more information about these options, see “Music Box™ Hard Drive Audio System” in this section. CD EJECT button: T o eject a CD, press th ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 227

    AUX (auxiliary) input jacks The auxiliary input jacks are located inside the center console 䊊 1 . NTSC compatible devices such as video games, camcorders and portable video players can be connected to the auxiliary input jacks. Audio devices, such as some MP3 players, can also be connected to the system through the auxiliary input jacks. The auxi ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 228

    For more information about the Music Box 姞 fea- ture available with this system, see “Music Box 姞 ” in this section. For more information about the Bluetooth 姞 streaming audio feature available with this sys- tem, see “Bluetooth 姞 streaming audio” in this section. DIGITAL VERSATILE DISC (DVD) PLAYER OPERATION (models with Navigation ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 229

    Playing a DVD Inserting/Ejecting the DVD The CD/DVD insert slot is located behind the display screen. T o insert the DVD, press the OPEN/TIL T button on the audio unit. The display screen will automatically move down to expose the CD/DVD insert slot. Insert the DVD into the slot with the label side facing up. The DVD will be guided automatically in ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 230

    PLA Y : Select the key to start playing the DVD or resume playing the DVD after it has been paused. ST OP: Select the key to stop playing the DVD. NEXT/PREVIOUS CHAPTER: Select the key to skip the chapter(s) of the disc forward. Select the key to skip the chapter(s) of the disc backward. The chapters will advance forward or backward the number of t ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 231

    ● Angle Mark (DVD-VIDEO) When this item is turned on, an angle mark will be shown on the bottom of the screen if the scene can be seen from a different angle. ● Menu Skip (DVD-VIDEO) DVD menus are automatically configured and the contents will be played directly when the “Menu Skip” key is turned on. Note that some discs may not be played d ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 232

    Audio file operation AUX button: Place the ignition switch in the ON or ACC position and press the AUX button to switch to the USB input mode. If another audio source is plugged in through the AUX IN jack on the radio, the AUX button toggles between the two sources. Play information Information about the audio files being played can be displayed on ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 233

    RDM button: When the RDM button is pressed while an audio file on the USB device is playing, the play pattern can be changed as follows: ALL RDM → 1 FOLDER RDM → OFF ALL RDM: all tracks on the USB device will be played randomly . 1 FOLDER RDM: all tracks in the current folder will be played randomly . OFF: No random play pattern is applied. The ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 234

    When there are both audio and movie files in the USB memory , the mode select screen is dis- played. Use the touchscreen to select the pre- ferred type of file. When there is only type of file in the USB memory , that audio or movie operation screen is displayed and starts to play. When you play a file with limited playing time, the confirmation sc ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 235

    Menu: There are some options available during play- back. Select one of the following that are dis- played on the screen, if necessary. Refer to the following information for each item. ● Movie Playback Switch to the movie playback mode. This item is displayed only when the USB memory contains movie files. The shift selector must be in Park (P) w ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 236

    Operation keys: T o operate the USB memory , select the desired key displayed on the display screen. ● Pause: Select the key to pause the movie file. T o resume playing the movie file, use the key . ● Play: Select the key to start playing the movie file or resume the movie file if it has been paused. ● Stop: Select the key to stop playing the ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 237

    ● 10 Key Search Select the “10 Key Search” key to open the number entry screen. Input the number you want to search for and the specified file or folder will be played. ● Display Adjust the image quality of the screen. ● DRC DRC (Dynamic Range Compression) auto- matically adjusts the soundtrack volume level to maintain a more even sound t ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 238

    Audio main operation AUX button: Place the ignition switch in the ACC or ON position and press the AUX button repeatedly until the iPod 姞 mode is displayed on the screen. If another audio source is playing and the iPod 姞 is connected, press the AUX button repeatedly to switch to the iPod 姞 mode. If the vehicle audio system is turned off while ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 239

    iP od 姞 * PLAYER OPERATION WITH NAVIGATION SYSTEM (if so equipped) Connecting iPod 姞 T o connect an iPod 姞 to the vehicle so that the iP od 姞 can be controlled with the audio system controls and display screen, use the USB jack located in the center console. Open the protec- tive cover 䊊 1 on the USB jack in the center console. Then conne ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 240

    Audio main operation Place the ignition switch in the ACC or ON position. Press the DISC·AUX button repeatedly to switch to the iPod 姞 mode. If the system has been turned off while the iP od 姞 was playing, pressing the VOL/ON·OFF control knob will start the iPod 姞 . DISC·AUX button: When the DISC·AUX button is pressed with the system off ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 241

    ● Songs ● P odcasts ● Genres ● Composers ● Audiobooks ● Shuffle Songs The following keys shown on the screen are also available: ● Menu: returns to the previous screen. ● : plays/pauses the music selected. Play mode: While the iPod 姞 is playing, touch the “Menu” key to display the iPod 姞 menu. T ouch the “Play Mode” key ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 242

    Scrolling menus: While navigating long lists of artists, albums or songs in the music menu, it is possible to scroll the list by the first letter. T o activate letter index- ing, touch and hold the page up/down arrows on the touchscreen. T o exit the scrolling by letter mode, perform one of the following: ● Push the ENTER switch on the steering w ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 243

    NO TE: ● The system starts playing and recording the 1st track on the CD when the “Start REC” key is selected. ● Individual tracks from a CD cannot be se- lected to be recorded to the Music Box hard drive. ● The fast forward and rewind features are disabled while the CD is recording. ● The recording process can be stopped at any time. A ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 244

    Playing recorded songs Select the Music Box audio system by using one of the following methods: ● Press the SOURCE select switch on the steering wheel. For information, see “Steering wheel switch for audio control” in this section. ● Press the DISC·AUX button repeatedly until the center display changes to the Music Box mode. ● Give voice ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 245

    Music Box menu There are some options available during play- back. Select the “Menu” key, then select one of the following that are displayed on the screen, if necessary . Refer to the following information for each item: ● Now Playing Lists the tracks stored in the Music Box system. T ouch the name of the track to begin playing that track. ? ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 246

    ● My Playlists Displays the playlists stored in the system. T ouch the “Edit” key next to a playlist to perform the following operations for that playlist: – Add Current Song - adds the song cur- rently playing to the playlist. – Add Songs by Album - adds songs to the playlist by album. – Add Songs by Artist - adds songs to the playlist ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 247

    ● Edit Music Information Edits the information of the songs in the Music Library . – Edit Information of Current Song – Edit Information by Album – Update Gracenote from USB Device – T ransfer Missing Titles to USB – Update Gracenote from HDD The “T ransfer Missing Titles to USB” and “Up- date Gracenote from HDD” options can be ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 248

    ● Delete Songs from Music Box: Delete music data stored on the hard drive. ● Recording Quality: Set the recording quality of 105 kbps or 132 kbps. The default is set to 132 kbps. ● CDDB Version: Shows the version of CDDB (Compact Disc Data Base) . Gracenote 姞 NO TE: ● The information contained in the Gracenote 姞 Database is not fully gu ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 249

    Y ou agree that your non-exclusive license to use the Gracenote Data, the Gracenote Software, and Gracenote Servers will terminate if you vio- late these restrictions. If your license terminates, you agree to cease any and all use of the Gracenote Data, the Gracenote Software, and Gracenote Servers. Gracenote reserves all rights in Gracenote Data, ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 250

    Connecting Bluetooth 姞 audio T o connect your Bluetooth 姞 audio device to the vehicle, follow the procedure below: 1. Press the SETTING button on the instru- ment panel. 2. Select the “Bluetooth” key. 3. Select the “Connect Bluetooth” key. 4. A screen will appear asking if you are con- necting the device to use with the hands- free phon ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 251

    Audio main operation T o switch to the Bluetooth 姞 audio mode, press the DISC-AUX button repeatedly until the Bluetooth 姞 audio mode is displayed on the screen. The controls for the Bluetooth 姞 audio are dis- played on the screen. Bluetooth 姞 audio settings T o adjust the Bluetooth 姞 audio settings, follow the procedure below: 1. Press th ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 252

    5. A list of the connected Bluetooth 姞 audio players is displayed. Select the name of the device you wish to edit. 6. The Device Name and Device Address are displayed on the screen. Select the “Select” key to make this device the active Bluetooth 姞 audio player. Select the “Edit” key to edit the details of the player, such as Device Nam ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 253

    ● A new disc may be rough on the inner and outer edges. Remove the rough edges by rubbing the inner and outer edges with the side of a pen or pencil as illustrated. 1. Source select and Power on switch 2. T uning switch 3. V olume control switch 1. Source select and Power on switch 2. T uning switch 3. V olume control switch T ype A LHA0752 T ype ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 254

    1. Source select and Power on switch 2. Menu control switch/ENTER button 3. V olume control switch STEERING WHEEL SWITCH FOR AUDIO CONTROL (if so equipped) POWER on switch With the ignition switch in the ACC or ON posi- tion, push the SOURCE switch to turn the audio system on. SOURCE select switch Push the source select switch to change the mode in ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 255

    Next/Previous track (CD) : Push the tuning switch or for less than 1.5 seconds to return to the beginning of the present track or skip to the next track. Push several times to skip back or skip through tracks. Menu control switch/ENTER button (T ype C switch only) While the display is showing a map or audio screen, tilt the Menu Control switch upwa ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 256

    AUX: ● Press the ENTER button to show the AUX Menu. ANTENNA Window antenna The antenna pattern is printed inside the rear window . CAUTION ● Do not place metalized film near the rear window glass or attach any metal parts to it. This may cause poor recep- tion or noise. ● When cleaning the inside of the rear window, be careful not to scratch ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 257

    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 ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 258

    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. Y ou can connect up to 5 different Bluetooth 姞 cellular phones to the in-vehicle phone module. However, you can talk on only one cellular phone at a time. Before using the Bluetooth 姞 Hands-Free ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 259

    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 ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 260

    ● 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.” NO TE: The combined command of Ca ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 261

    CONTROL BUTTONS The control buttons for the Bluetooth 姞 Hands- Free Phone System are located on the steering wheel. PHONE/SEND Press the button to initiate a VR session or answer an incom- ing call. Y ou can also use the button to interrupt the system feedback and give a command at once. See “List of voice commands” and “During a call” in ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 262

    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 ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 263

    four” as the 3rd group. For dialing more than 10 digits or any special characters, say “Special Dialing” . See “How to say num- bers” in this section for more information. 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 acknowledg ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 264

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

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 265

    “Phonebook” (phones without automatic phonebook download function) NO TE: The “T ransfer 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 姞 ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 266

    “Phonebook” (phones with automatic phonebook download function) NO TE: The “T ransfer Entry” command is not avail- able when the vehicle is moving. Main Menu “Phonebook” “List Names” 䊊 A “T ransfer Entry” 䊊 B “Delete Entry” 䊊 C “Record Name” 䊊 D For phones that support automatic download of the phonebook (PBAP Bl ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 267

    The system repeats the number and prompts you for the next command. When you have finished entering numbers or transferring an entry , choose “Store.” The system confirms the name, location and number. “Delete Entry” 䊊 C Use the Delete Entry command to erase one entry from the phonebook. After the system rec- ognizes the command, speak th ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 268

    SPEAKER ADAPTATION (SA) MODE Speaker Adaptation allows up to two out-of- dialect users to train the system to improve rec- ognition 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 speaker adaptation model for each connected ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 269

    ● 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 ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 270

    Symptom Solution System fails to interpret the command correctly. 1. Ensure that the command is valid. See “List of voice commands” in this section. 2. Ensure that the command is spoken after the tone. 3. Speak clearly without pausing between words and at a level appropriate to the ambient noise level in the vehicle. 4. Ensure that the ambient ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 271

    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 ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 272

    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 姞 cellular phones to the in-vehicle phone module. However, you can talk on only one cellular phone at a time. NISSAN Voice Recognition system supports the phone co ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 273

    REGULATORY INFORMATION FCC Regulatory information – CAUTION: T o maintain compliance with FCC’s RF exposure guidelines, use only the supplied antenna. Unauthorized antenna, modification, or attachments could damage the transmitter and may violate FCC regula- tions. – Operation is subject to the following two con- ditions: 1. This device may n ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 274

    2. Select the “Connect Bluetooth” key. 3. A popup box will appear on the screen, prompting you to confirm that the connec- tion is for the phone system. Select the “Y es” key . 4. When a PIN code appears on the screen, operate the Bluetooth 姞 cellular phone to enter the PIN code. The connecting procedure of the cellular phone varies accor ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 275

    V EHICLE PHONEBOOK This vehicle has two phonebooks available for your use. Depending on your phone, the system may automatically download your entire cell phone’s phonebook into the “Handset Phone- book” . For the details on downloading your phonebook, see “Handset phonebook” in this section. If your phonebook does not automati- cally dow ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 276

    ● Copy from Call History The system will show a list of your incoming, outgoing or missed calls that were down- loaded from your cell phone (depending on your phone’s compatibility) . Y ou may select one of these entries to save in the vehicle phonebook. ● Copy from the Handset The system will show your cell phone’s phonebook that was downl ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 277

    ● V oicetag Confirm and store the voicetag. Voicetags allow easy dialing using the NISSAN V oice Recognition system. For more information, see “NISSAN V oice Recognition System” in this section. T o delete an entry, select the “Delete” key at step 3. HANDSET PHONEBOOK Many phones will support an automatic down- load of the cellular phone? ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 278

    MAKING A CALL T o make a call, follow the procedure below: 1. Press the button on the steering wheel. The “Phone” screen will appear on the display . 2. Select one of the following options to make a call: ● V ehicle Phonebook: Select the name from an entry stored in the vehicle phonebook. ● Handset Phonebook: Select the name from an entry s ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 279

    Answer: Accept an incoming call to talk. Hold Call: Put an incoming call on hold. Reject Call: Reject an incoming call. T o finish the call, follow one of the procedures listed below: a. Select the “Reject Call” key on the display. b. Press and hold the phone button on the steering wheel switches. DURING A CALL There are some options available ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 280

    ENDING A CALL T o finish the call, perform one of the following procedures: ● Select the “Hang up” key on the “Call in Progress” display. ● Push the switch on the steering wheel. PHONE SETTINGS T o set up the Bluetooth 姞 Hands-Free Phone System to your preferred settings, press the SET - TING button on the instrument panel and select ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 281

    V olume & Ringtone: Adjust the volume level of the ringtone, incoming call sound and outgoing call sound. When the “ Automatic Hold” option is turned on, an incom- ing call will be placed on hold automatically after several rings. When the “V ehicle Ringtone” op- tion is turned on, a specific ringtone that is differ- ent from the cellul ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 282

    CALL VOLUME Adjusting the incoming or outgoing call volume may improve clarity if reception between callers is unclear. ● Incoming call — adjusting this setting allows you to hear a difference in volume. ● Outgoing call — adjusting this setting allows the person you are talking with to hear a difference in volume. T o access the settings, p ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 283

    T o improve the recognition success rate when Alternate Command Mode is active, try using the Speaker Adaptation Function available in that mode. See “Speaker Adaptation Function” in this section. Otherwise, it is recommended that Alter- nate Command Mode be turned off and Standard Mode be used for the best recognition perfor- mance. While usin ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 284

    Available items: ● Getting Started Describes the basics of how to operate the V oice Recognition system. ● Let’s Practice Initiates a practice session that demon- strates how to improve voice recognition by the system. ● Using the Address Book T utorial for using the Address Book ● Finding a Street Address T utorial for entering a destina ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 285

    T o initiate a practice session, access the User Guide and select the “Let’s Practice” key. Follow the on-screen prompts until the session is com- plete. After the session is completed, a screen will be displayed that shows an analysis of differ- ent elements of your speech. Select the “T ry Again” to repeat the session if improvement is ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 286

    USING THE SYSTEM Initialization When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, NISSAN V oice Recognition is initialized, which takes a few seconds. When completed, the system is ready to accept voice commands. If the switch is pressed before the initializa- tion completes, voice commands will not be ac- cepted. Please wait until the NISSAN ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 287

    Operating tips ● Say a command after the tone. V oice com- mands cannot be accepted when the icon is . ● Commands that are available are always shown on the display and spoken through voice menu prompts. Commands other than those that are displayed are not accepted. Please follow the prompts given by the sys- tem. ● If the command is not reco ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 288

    Standard Mode command list Category Command: COMMAND ACTION Phone Displays Phone function commands. Navigation Displays Navigation function commands. Information Displays Vehicle Information. Audio Displays Audio commands. Help Displays User Guide. Phone Command: COMMAND ACTION Dial Number Makes a call to a spoken phone number up to 10 digits. Chan ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 289

    Information Command: COMMAND ACTION T raffic Info. T urns the traffic information system on and off. Where am I? Displays current vehicle location. Audio Command: COMMAND ACTION AM Changes the audio system mode to AM radio. FM Changes the audio system mode to FM radio. XM Changes the audio system mode to satellite radio. Music Box Changes the audio ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 290

    V oice command examples Some basic voice command examples are de- scribed here. For navigation system commands, see the sepa- rate Navigation System Owner’s Manual. Example 1 — Placing a call to the phone number 800-662-6200: 1. Press the switch located on the steer- ing wheel. 2. The system announces, “W ould you like to access Phone, Naviga ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 291

    4. Say “Dial Number”. 5. Say “800”. 6. The system announces, “Please say the next three digits or dial, or say change number.” 7. Say “662”. LHA1334 LHA1335 LHA1336 4-126 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 292

    8. The system announces, “Please say the last four digits or say change number.” 9. Say “6200”. 10. The system announces, “Dial or Change Number?” 11. Say “Dial”. 12. The system makes a call to 800-662- 6200. NO TE: ● Y ou can also speak “800-662-6200” (10 continuous digits) or “662-6200” (7 con- tinuous digits) , if the a ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 293

    Example 2 — Placing an international call to the phone number 011-81-111-222-3333: 1. Press the switch located on the steer- ing wheel. 2. The system announces, “W ould you like to access Phone, Navigation, Information, Au- dio or Help?” 3. Say “Phone”. 4. Say “International Call”. LHA0768 LHA1333 LHA1334 4-128 Monitor, climate, audio ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 294

    5. Say “011811112223333”. 6. Say “Dial”. 7. The system makes a call to 011-81-111- 222-3333. NO TE: Any digit input format is available in the International Number input process, as well as the special characters such as star (*) , pound (#) , and plus (+) . NISSAN V OICE RECOGNITION ALTERNATE COMMAND MODE The Alternate Command Mode enables ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 295

    Activating Alternate Command Mode 1. Press the SETTING button on the instru- ment panel. 2. Select the “Others” key on the display. 3. Select the “Voice Recognition” key. 4. Select the “ Alternate Command Mode” key. 5. The confirmation message is displayed on the screen. Select the “OK” key to activate the Alternate Command Mode. 6. ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 296

    Only manual controls such as the touchscreen can navigate the command list menu. As an alternative to the voice command “Help” , you may access the command list using the fol- lowing steps: 1. Press the INFO button on the instrument panel. 2. Select the “Voice Recognition” key. NO TE: Y ou can skip steps 1 and 2 if you say “Help” . 3. S ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 297

    Alternate Command Mode command list Phone Command: COMMAND ACTION Dial Number Makes a call to a spoken phone number up to 10 digits. V ehicle Phonebook Makes a call to a contact in the vehicle phonebook. Handset Phonebook Makes a call to a contact in the handset phonebook. International Call Makes an international call by allowing more than 10 digi ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 298

    COMMAND ACTION North Up Changes the Map display to keep north pointing up on the screen. Heading Up Changes the Map display to keep the direction of the vehicle pointing up on the screen. Zoom In <1 to 13> Changes the map scale to a smaller number. Zoom Out <1 to 13> Changes the map scale to a larger number. Guidance Voice ON/OFF Turns ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 299

    Displaying user guide Y ou can confirm how to use voice commands by accessing a simplified User Guide, which con- tains basic instructions and tutorials for several voice commands. 1. Press the INFO button on the instrument panel. 2. Select the “Voice Recognition” key. 3. Select the “User Guide” key. 4. Select an item. Available items: ● ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 300

    Before starting T o get the best performance from NISSAN Voice 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 . ● When the cl ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 301

    Operating tips ● Say a command after the tone. V oice com- mands cannot be accepted when the icon is . ● If the command is not recognized, the sys- tem repeats the announcement. Repeat the command in a clear voice. ● Press the switch on the steering wheel to return to the previous screen. ● If you want to cancel the command, press and hold ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 302

    Speaker Adaptation: Starts a system training procedure to learn the specific sounds of your voice. See “Speaker ad- aptation function” in this section. Alternate Command Mode: For advanced operation, an Alternate Command Mode is provided. This setting enables control of the Audio and Climate Control systems in addi- tion to additional commands ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 303

    5. Select a category to be learned by the sys- tem from the following list: ● Phone ● Navigation ● Information ● Audio ● Help The voice commands in the category are displayed. 6. Select a voice command to train. The V oice Recognition system starts. 7. The system requests that you repeat a com- mand after a tone. This command is also disp ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 304

    T ROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE The system should respond correctly to all voice commands without difficulty . If problems are en- countered, follow the solutions given in this guide for the appropriate error. Where the solutions are listed by number, try each solution in turn, starting with number one, until the problem is resolved. Symptom/error message S ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 305

    MEMO 4-140 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 306

    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 - 5 Off-road recovery ........................... ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 307

    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 ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 308

    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 ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 309

    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 automatica ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 310

    Some examples are: – Facilities or electric devices using similar radio frequencies are near the vehicle. – If a transmitter set to similar frequencies is being used in or near the vehicle. – If a computer (or similar equipment) or a DC/AC converter is being used in or near the vehicle. FCC Notice: Changes or modifications not expressly ap- p ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 311

    ● If you decide that it is not safe to return the vehicle to the road surface based on vehicle, road or traffic conditions, gradually slow the vehicle to a stop in a safe place off the road. RAPID AIR PRESSURE LOSS Rapid air pressure loss or a “blow-out” can occur if the tire is punctured or is damaged due to hitting a curb or pothole. Rapid ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 312

    WARNING Do not operate the push-button ignition switch while driving the vehicle except in an emergency. (The engine will stop when the ignition switch is pushed 3 consecu- tive times in quick succession or the igni- tion switch is pushed and held for more than 2 seconds.) If the engine stops while the vehicle is being driven, this could lead to a ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 313

    The shift selector can be moved from the P (Park) position if the ignition switch is in the ON position and the brake pedal is depressed. If the battery of the vehicle is discharged, the push-button ignition switch cannot be moved from the LOCK position. Some indicators and warnings for operation are displayed on the vehicle information display. Se ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 314

    NISSAN INTELLIGENT KEY™ BATTERY DISCHARGE If the battery of the Intelligent Key is almost dis- charged, the guide light 䊊 A of the Intelligent Key port blinks and the indicator appears on the ve- hicle information display . See “Vehicle informa- tion display” in the “Instruments and controls” section. In this case, inserting the Intelli ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 315

    ● Make sure the area around the vehicle is clear. ● Check fluid levels such as engine oil, cool- ant, brake fluid, and windshield-washer fluid as frequently as possible, or at least when- ever you refuel. ● Check that all windows and lights are clean. ● Visually inspect tires for their appearance and condition. Also check tires for proper i ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 316

    4. Warm-up Allow the engine to idle for at least 30 sec- onds after starting. Do not race the engine while warming it up. Drive at moderate speed for a short distance first, especially in cold weather. In cold weather, keep the en- gine running for a minimum o f2-3 minutes before shutting it off. Starting and stopping the engine over a short period ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 317

    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 (M) Manual shift mode. Al- ways depress the brake pedal until shifting is completed. Failure to do so could cause you to lose control and have an accident. ● Cold engine idle speed is high, so use caution ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 318

    The CVT is designed so the foot brake pedal MUST be depressed before shifting from P (Park) to any drive position while the ignition switch is in the ON position. The shift selector cannot be moved out of P (Park) and into any of the other gear posi- tions if the ignition switch is pushed to the LOCK or ACC position. T o move the shift selector: Pu ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 319

    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 selector from P (Park) , N (N ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 320

    in the meter. When shifting the shift selector to the manual shift gate, the position indicator dis- plays 1 (first) up to 6 (sixth) depending on vehicle speed. Shift ranges up or down one by one as follows: 1 ⇔ 2 ⇔ 3 ⇔ 4 ⇔ 5 ⇔ 6 M6 (6th) : Use this position for all normal forward driving at highway speeds. M5 (5th) : Use this position wh ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 321

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

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 322

    Fail-safe If the vehicle is driven under extreme con- ditions, such as excessive wheel spinning and subsequent hard braking, the fail-safe system may be activated. The MIL may come on to indicate the fail-safe mode is activated, see “Malfunction indicator light (MIL)” in the “Instrument and controls” sec- tion. This will occur even if all e ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 323

    Shifting T o change gears or when upshifting or down- shifting, depress the clutch pedal fully , shift into the appropriate gear, then release the clutch slowly and smoothly . T o ensure smooth gear changes, fully depress the clutch pedal before operating the shift selec- tor. If the clutch pedal is not fully depressed before the transmission is sh ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 324

    Suggested maximum speed in each gear Downshift to a lower gear if the engine is not running smoothly , or if you need to accelerate. Do not exceed the maximum suggested speed (shown below) in any gear. For level road driving, use the highest gear suggested for that speed. Always observe posted speed limits, and drive according to the road condition ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 325

    3. T ype A , firmly depress the parking brake pedal and it will release. T ype B, while pulling up on the parking brake lever slightly, push the button and lower completely 䊊 B . 4. Before driving, be sure the brake warning light goes out. 1. CANCEL switch 2. ACCEL/RES switch 3. COAST/SET switch 4. ON/OFF switch PRECAUTIONS ON CRUISE CONTROL ● ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 326

    T o set cruising speed, accelerate the vehicle to the desired speed, push the COAST/SET switch and release it. The SET indicator light in the instrument panel comes on. T ake your foot off the accelerator pedal. Y our vehicle maintains the set speed. ● T o pass another vehicle, depress the ac- celerator pedal. When you release the pedal, the vehi ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 327

    CAUTION During the first 1,200 miles (2,000 km) , follow these recommendations to obtain maximum engine performance and en- sure the future reliability and economy of your new vehicle. Failure to follow these recommendations may result in short- ened engine life and reduced engine performance. ● Avoid driving for long periods at constant speed, e ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 328

    WARNING ● Do not stop or park the vehicle over flammable materials such as dry grass, waste paper or rags. They may ignite and cause a fire. ● Safe parking procedures require that both the parking brake be set and the transmission placed into P (Park) for CVT models or in an appropriate gear for manual transmission models. Failure to do so coul ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 329

    The power assisted steering uses a hydraulic pump, driven by the engine, to assist steering. If the engine stops or the drive belt breaks, you will still have control of the vehicle. However, much greater steering effort is needed, especially in sharp turns and at low speeds. WARNING If the engine is not running or is turned off while driving, the ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 330

    T o dry the brakes, drive the vehicle at a safe speed while lightly pressing the brake pedal to heat up the brakes. Do this until the brakes return to normal. Avoid driving the vehicle at high speeds until the brakes function correctly. ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) WARNING ● The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) is a sophisticated device, but it c ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 331

    Normal operation The ABS operates at speeds abov e3-6M P H( 5 - 10 km/h) . The speed varies according to road conditions. When the ABS senses that 1 or more wheels are close to locking up, the actuator rapidly applies and releases hydraulic pressure. This action is similar to pumping the brakes very quickly . Y ou may feel a pulsation in the brake ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 332

    The VDC system is automatically reset to on when the ignition switch is placed in the off position then back to the on position. The computer has a built in diagnostic feature that tests the system each time you start the engine and move the vehicle forward or in reverse at a slow speed. When the self-test occurs, you may hear a clunk noise and/or ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 333

    FREEING A FROZEN DOOR LOCK 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 . ANTI-FREEZE In the winter when it is anticipated that the tem- perature will drop below 32°F (0°C) , ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 334

    ● Whatever the condition, drive with cau- tion. Accelerate and slow down with care. If accelerating or downshifting too fast, the drive wheels will lose even more traction. ● Allow more stopping distance under these conditions. Braking should be started sooner than on dry pavement. ● Allow greater following distances on slippery roads. ● Wa ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 335

    MEMO 5-30 Starting and driving ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 336

    6 In case of emergency Emergency engine shut off .........................6 - 2 Flat tire ...........................................6 - 2 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ..........6 - 2 Changing a flat tire .............................6 - 3 Jump starting .....................................6 - 8 Push starting ............................. ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 337

    T o shut off the engine in an emergency situation while driving perform the following procedure: – Rapidly push the push-button ignition switch 3 consecutive times, or – Push and hold the push-button ignition switch for more than 2 seconds. TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) This vehicle is equipped with the Tire Pressure Monitoring System ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 338

    ● Replacing tires with those not originally specified by NISSAN could affect the proper operation of the TPMS. ● Do not inject any tire liquid or aerosol tire sealant into the tires, as this may cause a malfunction of the tire pressure sensors. CHANGING A FLAT TIRE If you have a flat tire, follow the instructions be- low: Stopping the vehicle 1 ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 339

    Getting the spare tire and tools Open the trunk. Lift the trunk floor carpeting and spare tire cover. Remove the jack 䊊 1 and wheel nut wrench 䊊 2 from the tool box. Sedan LCE0137 Coupe WCE0200 Sedan WCE0193 6-4 In case of emergency ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 340

    T urn the clamp to remove the spare tire. Remove the spare tire. Removing the bolt-on wheel cover (if so equipped) CAUTION Do not use your hands to pry off wheel caps or wheel covers. Doing so could re- sult in personal injury. The wheel covers are held on by the wheel nuts. The wheel cover will be removed along with the wheel when the nuts are rem ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 341

    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 (2010) - page 342

    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 nut ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 343

    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 (2010) - page 344

    ● 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 (2010) - page 345

    CAUTION ● Always connect positive ( ⫹ ) to positive ( ⫹ ) and negative ( ⫺ ) to body ground (for example, strut mounting bolt, engine lift bracket, etc .) — not to the battery. ● 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. 5. Start the engine ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 346

    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 (2010) - page 347

    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 BY 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 ill ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 348

    CAUTION ● Never tow Continuously V ariable T rans- mission (CVT) models with the front wheels on the ground or four 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. ? ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 349

    V EHICLE RECOVERY (freeing a stuck vehicle) Pulling a stuck vehicle WARNING T o avoid vehicle damage, serious per- sonal injury or death when recovering a stuck vehicle: ● Contact a professional towing service to recover the vehicle if you have any questions regarding the recovery procedure. ● Do not use the vehicle tie-downs to tow or free a s ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 350

    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 ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 351

    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 parti ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 352

    REMOVING SPOTS 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. UNDERBODY In areas where road salt is used in winter, it is necessary to clean the und ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 353

    CAUTION Follow the directions below to avoid staining or discoloring the wheels: ● Do not use a cleaner that uses strong acid or alkali contents to clean the wheels. ● 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 clean ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 354

    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 (2010) - page 355

    SEAT BELTS The seat belts can be cleaned by wiping them with a sponge dampened in a mild soap solution. Allow the belts to dry completely in the shade before using them. See “Seat belt maintenance” in the “Safety – Seats, seat belts and supplemen- tal restraint system” section of this manual. WARNING Do not allow wet seat belts to roll up ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 356

    CAUTION ● NEVER remove dirt, sand or other de- bris from the passenger compartment by washing it out with a hose. Remove dirt with a vacuum cleaner or broom. ● Never allow water or other liquids to come in contact with electronic compo- nents inside the vehicle as this may damage them. Chemicals used for road surface de-icing are extremely corr ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 357

    MEMO 7-8 Appearance and care ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 358

    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 - 6 Engine cooling system .......... ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 359

    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 ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 360

    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 (2010) - page 361

    Seat belts Check that all parts of the seat belt system (for example, buckles, anchors, adjusters and retractors) operate properly and smoothly, and are installed securely . Check the belt web- bing for cuts, fraying, wear or damage. Steering wheel Check for changes in the steer- ing system, such as excessive freeplay, hard steering or strange nois ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 362

    When performing any inspection or maintenance work on your vehicle, always take care to prevent serious accidental injury to yourself or damage to the vehicle. The following are general precau- tions which should be closely observed. WARNING ● Park the vehicle on a level surface, ap- ply the parking brake securely and block the wheels to prevent ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 363

    QR25DE engine 1. P ower steering fluid reservoir 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Brake fluid reservoir/Clutch fluid reservoir (M/T model) 4. Air cleaner 5. Fuse block 6. Battery 7. Fuse/Fusible link box 8. Engine oil dipstick 9. Radiator cap 10. Drive belt location 11. Engine coolant reservoir 12. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir LDI0553 ENGINE COMPAR ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 364

    VQ35DE engine 1. P ower steering fluid reservoir 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Brake fluid reservoir/Clutch fluid reservoir (M/T model) 4. Air cleaner 5. Fuse block 6. Battery 7. Fuse/Fusible link box 8. Engine oil dipstick 9. Radiator cap 10. Drive belt location 11. Engine coolant reservoir 12. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir LDI0552 Maintenance a ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 365

    The engine cooling system is filled at the factory with Genuine NISSAN Engine Coolant to provide year-round anti-freeze and coolant protection. The anti-freeze solution contains rust and corro- sion inhibitors. Additional engine cooling system additives are not necessary . WARNING ● Never remove the radiator or coolant reservoir cap when the engi ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 366

    ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 367

    5. Remove the dipstick again and check the oil level. It should be between the H (High) and L (Low) marks 䊊 B . This is the normal oper- ating oil level range. If the oil level is below the L (Low) mark 䊊 A , remove the oil filler cap and pour recommended oil through the opening. Do not overfill 䊊 C . 6. Recheck oil level with the dipstick. I ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 368

    5. Remove the drain plug 䊊 B with a wrench by turning it counterclockwise and completely drain the oil. If the oil filter is to be changed, remove and replace it at this time. See “Changing engine oil filter” in this section. ● Waste oil must be disposed of prop- erly. ● Check your local regulations. WARNING ● Prolonged and repeated con ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 369

    CHANGING ENGINE OIL FILTER 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply the parking brake. 2. T urn the engine off. 3. Place a large drain pan under the oil filter 䊊 A . 4. Loosen the oil filter 䊊 A with an oil filter wrench by turning it counterclockwise. Then remove the oil filter by turning it by hand. CAUTION Be careful not to burn your ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 370

    CAUTION ● Use only Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2. Do not mix with other fluids. ● Using transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2 will damage the CVT , which is not covered by the NISSAN new vehicle limited warranty. When checking or replacement of CVT fluid is required, we recommend your NISSAN dealer for servicing. The fluid ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 371

    For further brake and clutch fluid specification information, refer to “Capacities and recom- mended fuel/lubricants” in the “T echnical and consumer information” section of this manual. WARNING ● Use only new fluid from a sealed con- tainer. Old, inferior or contaminated fluid may damage the brake and clutch systems. The use of improper ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 372

    WINDSHIELD-WASHER FLUID RESERVOIR Fill the windshield-washer fluid reservoir periodi- cally . Add windshield-washer fluid when the low windshield-washer fluid warning light comes on (if so equipped) . T o fill the windshield-washer fluid reservoir, lift the cap off the reservoir and pour the windshield- washer fluid into the reservoir opening. Add ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 373

    ● Do not operate the vehicle if the fluid in the battery is low. Low battery fluid can cause a higher load on the battery which can generate heat, reduce bat- tery life, and in some cases lead to an explosion. ● When working on or near a battery, al- ways wear suitable eye protection and remove all jewelry. ● Battery posts, terminals and rela ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 374

    V ehicles operated in high temperatures or under severe conditions require frequent checks of the battery fluid level. JUMP STARTING If jump starting is necessary, see “Jump starting” 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 NISSAN dea ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 375

    1. P ower steering fluid pump pulley 2. W ater pump pulley 3. Generator 4. Air conditioner 5. Crankshaft pulley 6. Drive belt Automatic tensioner 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, f ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 376

    REPLACING SPARK 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 (2010) - page 377

    䊊 3 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 ● Operating the engine with the air cleaner removed can cause you or oth- ers to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 378

    REPLACING Replace the wiper blades if they are worn. 1. Lift the wiper arm away from the windshield. 䊊 2 Push the release tab, then move the wiper blade down the wiper arm to remove. 䊊 3 Remove the wiper blade. 4. Insert the new wiper blade onto the wiper arm until it clicks into place. 5. Rotate wiper blade so the dimple is in the groove. 6. R ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 379

    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 norma ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 380

    If a type A fuse is used to replace a type B fuse, the type 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 B fuses cannot be installed in the under- hood fuse boxes. Only use type A fuses in the underhood fu ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 381

    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 (2010) - page 382

    4. If the fuse is open 䊊 A , replace it with an equivalent good fuse 䊊 B . 5. Push the fuse box cover to install. 6. If a new fuse also opens, have the electrical system checked and repaired by a NISSAN dealer. CAUTION Be careful not to allow children to swallow the battery or removed parts. NISSAN INTELLIGENT K EY™ T ype A WDI0452 T ype B LD ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 383

    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. Recommended battery: CR2032 or ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 384

    Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, in- cluding interference that may cause undes- ired operation of the device. HEADLIGHTS Replacing the xenon headlight bulb (if so equipped) WARNING Ꮨ HIGH VOL T AGE When xenon headlig ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 385

    FRONT PARK/TURN/SIDEMARKER LIGHT Bulb replacement requires the removal of the headlight assembly. If replacement is required, see your NISSAN dealer. EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR LIGHTS Item W attage (W) Bulb No.* 1 Headlight assembly * 2 Low (Halogen) 55 H11 Low (Xenon) 35 D2R High 65 H9 Park 5 WY5W Park/T urn 28/8 3457NAK Sidemarker Sedan 5 WY5W Coupe 5 ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 386

    Coupe 1. Mirror-mounted turn signal light (if so equipped) 2. Interior light 3. Map light 4. Headlamp assembly 5. Fog light (if so equipped) 6. Step light 7. High-mount stoplight 8. T runk light 9. License plate light 10. Rear combination light WDI0626 Maintenance and do-it-yourself 8-29 ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 387

    Sedan 1. Rear map light 2. Front map light 3. Step light 4. Headlamp assembly 5. Fog light (if so equipped) 6. High-mount stoplight (if so equipped) 7. T runk light 8. Spoiler mounted stoplight (if so equipped) 9. Rear combination light 10. License plate light 11. Mirror-mounted turn signal light (if so equipped) WDI0680 8-30 Maintenance and do-it- ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 388

    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. WDI0306 Step light LDI0341 Maintenance and do-it-yourself 8-31 ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 389

    Use a cloth to protect the housing. Use a cloth 䊊 1 to protect the housing. Use a cloth 䊊 1 to protect the housing. Map light WDI0723 Personal light (if so equipped) WDI0670 Interior light WDI0632 8-32 Maintenance and do-it-yourself ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 390

    Rear combination light T o access the bulbs in the rear combination light: 䊊 1 Remove the fasteners. Carefully push back the carpet. 䊊 2 Remove the 2 nuts and pull out the rear combination light. 䊊 3 Rotate the bulb(s) counterclockwise and pull out to remove: 䊊 A T urn signal light 䊊 B Sidemarker light 䊊 C T ail/stop light 䊊 D Backup ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 391

    If you have a flat tire, see “Flat tire” in the “In case of emergency” section of this manual. TIRE PRESSURE Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) This vehicle is equipped with the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) . It monitors tire pressure of all tires except the spare. When the low tire pressure warning light is lit, one or more o ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 392

    Tire inflation pressure Check the tire pressures (including the spare) often and always prior to long dis- tance trips. The recommended tire pres- sure specifications are shown on the F .M.V .S.S./C.M.V .S.S. certification label or the Tire and Loading Information label under the “Cold Tire Pressure” heading. The Tire and Loading Information la ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 393

    Tire and loading information label 䊊 1 Seating capacity: The maximum num- ber of occupants that can be seated in the vehicle. 䊊 2 V ehicle load limit: See “Vehicle load- ing information” in the “T echnical and consumer information” section. 䊊 3 Original tire size: The size of the tires originally installed on the vehicle at the factor ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 394

    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 (2010) - page 395

    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 T135/90R16 420 kPa, 60 PSI TIRE LABELING Federal law requires tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 396

    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 (2010) - page 397

    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 (2010) - page 398

    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 (2010) - page 399

    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 (2010) - page 400

    CHANGING WHEELS AND TIRES Tire rotation NISSAN recommends rotating the tires every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) . See “Flat tire” in the “In case of emer- gency” section of this manual for tire re- placing procedures. As soon as possible, tighten the wheel nuts to the specified torque with a torque wrench. Wheel nut tightening torque: 83 ft-lb ( ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 401

    ● The original tires have built-in tread wear indicators. When the wear indicators are visible, the tire(s) should be replaced. ● Tires degrade with age and use. Have tires, including the spare, over 6 years old checked by a qualified technician because some tire damage may not be ob- vious. Replace the tires as neces- sary to prevent tire fail ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 402

    ● Do not install a damaged or deformed wheel or tire even if it has been re- paired. Such wheels or tires could have structural damage and could fail with- out warning. ● The use of retread tires is not recommended. ● For additional information regarding tires, refer to “Important Tire Safety In- formation” (US) or “Tire Safety Informa- ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 403

    ● Tire tread of the TEMPORARY USE ONL Y spare tire will wear at a faster rate than the standard tire. Replace the spare tire as soon as the tread wear indicators appear. ● Do not use the spare tire on other vehicles. ● Do not use more than one spare tire at the same time. ● Do not tow a trailer when the TEMPO- RAR Y USE ONL Y spare tire is ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 404

    9 T echnical and consumer information Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants .........9 - 2 Fuel recommendation . . .........................9 - 3 Engine oil and oil filter recommendations ..........9 - 5 Air conditioner system refrigerant and oil recommendations ..............................9 - 6 Specifications ............................... ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 405

    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 20 gal 16-5/8 gal 75. ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 406

    FUEL RECOMMENDATION 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 ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 407

    E–85 fuel E-85 fuel is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel ethanol and 15% unleaded gasoline. E-85 can only be used in a Flexible Fuel V ehicle (FFV) . Do not use E-85 in your vehicle. U.S. government regulations require fuel ethanol dispensing pumps to be identified by a small, square, orange and black label with the common abbreviation or the a ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 408

    ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER RECOMMENDATIONS Selecting the correct oil It is essential to choose the correct grade, quality and viscosity engine oil to ensure satisfactory engine life and performance. See “Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants” earlier in this section. NISSAN recommends the use of an energy conserving oil in order to improve ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 409

    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 (2010) - page 410

    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 (2010) - page 411

    WHEELS AND TIRES Wheel type Size Offset in (mm) Aluminum/Steel 16 x 7JJ 1.77 (45) Aluminum 17 x 7 1/2JJ 1.77 (45) Aluminum 18 x 8.0JJ 1.77 (45) T type (Spare) 16 x 4T 1.57 (40) Tire size P215/60R16 P215/55R17 P235/45R18 Spare tire T135/90R16 DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS Coupe Sedan Overall length in (mm) 180.9 (4,595) 190.7 (4,844) Overall width in (mm) ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 412

    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 (2010) - page 413

    ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER The number is stamped on the engine as shown. F .M.V .S.S./C.M.V .S.S. CERTIFICATION LABEL The Federal/Canadian Motor Vehicle 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: Gross V ehicle W eight Ratings (GVWR) , Gross Axle Weight ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 414

    EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION LABEL The emission control information label is at- tached to the underside of the hood as shown. TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION LABEL The cold tire pressure is shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. The label is located as shown. WTI0189 Sedan LTI0224 Coupe LTI0225 T echnical and consumer information 9-11 ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 415

    AIR CONDITIONER SPECIFICATION LABEL The air conditioner specification label is affixed to the underside of the hood as shown. Use the following steps to mount the front license plate: 䊊 1 Make a shallow hole in each plastic finisher at the location mark (small dimple) using a 0.39 in (10 mm) drill. T o avoid damaging the threads behind the finish ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 416

    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. ● Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts. ● Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a se ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 417

    T o get “the combined weight of occu- pants and cargo” , add the weight of all occupants, then add the total luggage weight. Examples are shown in the follow- ing illustration. Example LTI0152 9-14 T echnical and consumer information ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 418

    Steps for determining correct load limit 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs” 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 (2010) - page 419

    ● Overloading not only can shorten the life of your vehicle and the tire, but can also cause unsafe vehicle handling and longer brak- ing distances. This may cause a premature tire failure which could result in a serious accident and personal injury. Failures caused by overloading are not covered by the vehicle’s warranty. MEASUREMENT OF WEIGHT ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 420

    The Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) equals the combined weight of the towing vehicle (including passengers and cargo) plus the total trailer load. T owing loads greater than these or using improper towing equipment could ad- versely affect vehicle handling, braking and per- formance. The ability of your vehicle to tow a trailer is not only rela ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 421

    Maximum Gross V ehicle W eight (GVW)/Maximum Gross Axle W eight (GA W) The GVW of the towing vehicle must not exceed the Gross V ehicle W eight Rating (GVWR) shown on the F .M.V.S.S./C.M.V .S.S. certification label. The GVW equals the combined weight of the unloaded vehicle, passengers, luggage, hitch, trailer tongue load and any other optional equ ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 422

    4,203 lb. (1906 kg) GVWR – 4,103 lb. (1861 kg) GVW = 100 lb. (45 kg) Available for tongue weight 1,000 lb. (454 kg) Capacity available for towing 100 lb. (45 kg) Available tongue weight / 1,000 lb. (454 kg) Available capacity = 10 % tongue weight The available towing capacity may be less than the maximum towing capacity due to the passen- ger and ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 423

    Sway control device Sudden maneuvers, wind gusts, and buffeting caused by other vehicles can affect trailer han- dling. Sway control devices may be used to help control these affects. If you choose to use one, contact a reputable trailer hitch supplier to make sure the sway control device will work with the vehicle, hitch, trailer and the trailer? ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 424

    T railer brakes If your trailer is equipped with a braking system, make sure it conforms to federal and/or local regulations and that it is properly installed. WARNING Never connect a trailer brake system di- rectly to the vehicle brake system. Pre-towing tips ● Be certain your vehicle maintains a level position when a loaded and/or unloaded trai ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 425

    T o drive away: 1. Start the vehicle. 2. Apply and hold the brake pedal. 3. Shift the transmission into gear. 4. Release the parking brake. 5. Drive slowly until the vehicle and trailer are clear from the blocks. 6. Apply and hold the brake pedal. 7. Have someone retrieve and store the blocks. ● While going downhill, the weight of the trailer pus ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 426

    ● Some states or provinces have specific regulations and speed limits for vehicles that are towing trailers. Obey the local speed limits. ● Check your hitch, trailer wiring harness con- nections, and trailer wheel lug nuts after 50 miles (80 km) of travel and at every break. ● When launching a boat, don’t allow the wa- ter level to go over ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 427

    DO T (Department of T ransportation) Quality Grades: All passenger car tires must conform to federal safety requirements in addition to these grades. Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: T readwear 200 T raction A A Temperature A T readwear The treadwear gra ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 428

    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 exists in a ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 429

    8. Stop the vehicle. Place the shift selector in the P (Park) or N (Neutral) position. 9. T urn the engine off. 10. Repeat step s1-8a t least one more time. If steps 1 through 7 are interrupted, repeat the preceding step. Any safe driving mode is accept- able between steps. Do not stop the engine until step 7 is completed. This vehicle is equipped ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 430

    A genuine NISSAN Service Manual is the best source of service and repair information for your vehicle. Filled with wiring diagrams, illustrations and step-by-step diagnostic and adjustment pro- cedures, this manual is the same one used by the factory-trained technicians working at NISSAN dealerships. Also available are genuine NISSAN Owner’s Manu ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 431

    MEMO 9-28 T echnical and consumer information ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 432

    10 Index A Air bag (See supplemental restraint system) .................... .1-42 Air bag system Front (See supplemental front impact air bag system) .............. .1-51 Air bag warning light .......... .1-58, 2-14 Air cleaner housing filter ........... .8-19 Air conditioner Air conditioner operation ......... .4-21 Air conditioner service ....... ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 433

    T op tether strap anchor point locations . .1-28 Child safety rear door lock ........... .3-6 Chimes, audible reminders .......... .2-16 Cleaning exterior and interior .......... .7-2 Clock .................. .4-45, 4-50 (models with navigation system) ...... .4-8 (models without navigation system) . . . .4-45 Clock set ................. .4-8, 4-45 ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 434

    Fog light switch ................ .2-33 Front air bag system (See supplemental restraint system) ..... .1-51 Front seats .................... .1-2 Fuel Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ................ .9-2 Fuel economy ............... .5-22 Fuel gauge .................. .2-6 Fuel octane rating .............. .9-4 Fuel recommendation .... ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 435

    V ehicle identification number (VIN) plate . .9-9 W arning labels (for SRS) ......... .1-57 LA T CH (Lower Anchors and T ethers for CHildren) System ..................... .1-26 License plate Installing the license plate ......... .9-12 Light Air bag warning light ........ .1-58, 2-14 Brake light (See stop light) ........ .8-28 Bulb check/instrument ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 436

    Power steering fluid ............ .8-13 Power steering system .......... .5-24 Power windows .............. .2-42 Rear power windows ........... .2-44 Precautions Maintenance precautions .......... .8-5 Precautions on child restraints ........ .1-24, 1-30, 1-35, 1-39 Precautions on seat belt usage ...... .1-15 Precautions on supplemental restraint ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 437

    Supplemental restraint system (Supplemental air bag system) ........ .1-42 Switch Autolight switch .............. .2-30 Automatic power window switch ..... .2-44 Fog light switch .............. .2-33 Hazard warning flasher switch ...... .2-33 Headlight and turn signal switch ..... .2-28 Headlight control switch ......... .2-29 Power door lock switc ...

  • Nissan Altima (2010) - page 438

    V ehicle security system .......... .2-24 W arning labels (for SRS) ......... .1-57 W arning/indicator lights and audible reminders .................. .2-10 W arning lights ................. .2-10 W asher switch Windshield wiper and washer switch . . .2-26 W eights (See dimensions and weights) .... .9-8 Wheels and tires ................ .8-34 Wheel ...

Manufacturer Nissan Category Car

Documents that we receive from a manufacturer of a Nissan Altima (2010) can be divided into several groups. They are, among others:
- Nissan technical drawings
- Altima (2010) manuals
- Nissan product data sheets
- information booklets
- or energy labels Nissan Altima (2010)
All of them are important, but the most important information from the point of view of use of the device are in the user manual Nissan Altima (2010).

A group of documents referred to as user manuals is also divided into more specific types, such as: Installation manuals Nissan Altima (2010), service manual, brief instructions and user manuals Nissan Altima (2010). Depending on your needs, you should look for the document you need. In our website you can view the most popular manual of the product Nissan Altima (2010).

Similar manuals

A complete manual for the device Nissan Altima (2010), how should it look like?
A manual, also referred to as a user manual, or simply "instructions" is a technical document designed to assist in the use Nissan Altima (2010) by users. Manuals are usually written by a technical writer, but in a language understandable to all users of Nissan Altima (2010).

A complete Nissan manual, should contain several basic components. Some of them are less important, such as: cover / title page or copyright page. However, the remaining part should provide us with information that is important from the point of view of the user.

1. Preface and tips on how to use the manual Nissan Altima (2010) - At the beginning of each manual we should find clues about how to use the guidelines. It should include information about the location of the Contents of the Nissan Altima (2010), FAQ or common problems, i.e. places that are most often searched by users in each manual
2. Contents - index of all tips concerning the Nissan Altima (2010), that we can find in the current document
3. Tips how to use the basic functions of the device Nissan Altima (2010) - which should help us in our first steps of using Nissan Altima (2010)
4. Troubleshooting - systematic sequence of activities that will help us diagnose and subsequently solve the most important problems with Nissan Altima (2010)
5. FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
6. Contact detailsInformation about where to look for contact to the manufacturer/service of Nissan Altima (2010) in a specific country, if it was not possible to solve the problem on our own.

Do you have a question concerning Nissan Altima (2010)?

Use the form below

If you did not solve your problem by using a manual Nissan Altima (2010), ask a question using the form below. If a user had a similar problem with Nissan Altima (2010) it is likely that he will want to share the way to solve it.

Copy the text from the picture

Captcha
New picture

Comments (0)