Nissan 2009 Altima Hybrid - Manual

HEV Overview Hybrid System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . HEV-2High voltage battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . HEV-2High voltage cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . HEV-2Road accident cautions . . . . . . . . ...

The Hybrid System combines the power of a gasoline engine and an electric motor to minimize fuel consumption and emissions.Depending on driving conditions, the vehicle runs on a combination of the gasoline engine and the electric motor, whichever is best for those condi- tions.Because the gasoline e...

WARNING ● Pull your vehicle off the road, put the transmission in the P (Park) position, apply the parking brake and turn the Hybrid System off. ● Check to see if there are exposed high voltage parts and cables. Never touch the parts and cables. See “High voltage components”, later in this section f...

POWER METER The power meter indicates the total amount of power in the hybrid system.For additional information, see “Meters and gauges” in the “Instruments and controls” section of this manual. HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY STATUS METER The gauge indicates the amount of power in the high voltage battery.For...

Press the INFO button on the control panel, and then touch the “Energy / Fuel History” key on the screen. The Energy / Fuel History can be displayed on the navigation system monitor. The screen must be set to the Energy Flow mode or the Energy / Fuel History mode. This displays the vehicle’s average...

HIGH VOLTAGE COMPONENTS WARNING ● The Hybrid System uses high voltage up to 650 V. The system can be hot while and after starting. Be careful of both the high voltage and the high temperature. Obey the caution labels attached to the vehicle. ● Never touch, disassemble, remove or replace the high vol...

1. Air conditioner compressor location 2. Electric power steering location 3. 42V DC/DC converter 4. High voltage battery and 12V DC/DCconverter 5. Service disconnect 6. High voltage harnesses 7. Traction motor location 8. Inverter unit The Hybrid System uses high voltage up to 650 V. High voltage c...

An air vent is located on the rear parcel shelf s A to cool the high voltage battery. If the vent is covered, the battery will overheat resulting in reduced output performance of the Hybrid Sys- tem.You may hear the noise of the cooling fan from the air vent. CAUTION Do not place objects over or int...

CAUTION Do not allow any liquid to get on or in the air vent. It may cause a short circuit and damage the high voltage battery. LHV0008 HEV-12 HEV Overview Z REVIEW COPY— 2009 Altima Hybrid Electric (ahv)Owners Manual—Canadian_French (fr_can)06/14/08—debbie X

0 Illustrated table of contents Air bags, seat belts and child restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-2Exterior front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-3Exterior rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-4Passen...

1. Top tether strap anchor (P. 1-18) 2. Rear seat belts (P. 1-7) 3. Roof-mounted curtain side-impactsupplemental air bag (P. 1-34) 4. Front seat-mounted side-impactsupplemental air bag (P. 1-34) 5. Front-seat Active Head Restraints(P. 1-6, P. 1-6) 6. Front seat belts (P. 1-7) 7. Supplemental front-i...

1. Power windows (P. 2-41) 2. Windshield (P. 8-17) 3. Windshield wiper and washer switch(P. 2-28) 4. Engine hood (P. 3-18) 5. Tie down/towing hooks (if so equipped)(P. 6-14) 6. Fog light switch (if so equipped)(P. 2-33) 7. Headlight and turn signal switch(P. 2-29) 8. Replacing bulbs (P. 8-24) 9. Tir...

1. Antenna (P. 4-38) 2. Rear window defroster switch (P. 2-29) 3. Interior trunk lid release, secondarytrunk release (P. 3-20, P. 3-20) 4. Trunk lid (P. 3-18) 5. Vehicle loading (P.9-12) 6. Exterior trunk lid release (P.3-18) 7. Replacing bulbs (P. 8-24) 8. Fuel-filler cap, fuel recommendation(P. 3-...

1. Secondary trunk release (P. 3-19) 2. Moonroof (if so equipped) (P. 2-44) 3. Sun visors (P. 3-23) 4. Interior lights, illuminated entry (P. 2-46) 5. HomeLink T (if so equipped) (P. 2-48) 6. Automatic anti-glare inside mirror(if so equipped) (P. 3-24) 7. Glove box (P. 2-38) 8. Front cup holders (P....

1. Vents (P. 4-10) 2. Headlight/fog light (if so equipped)/turn signal switch (P. 2-29) 3. Steering wheel switch for audio control (if so equipped)/Bluetooth T Hands-free Phone System (if so equipped) (P. 4-37, 4-39) 4. Meters and gauges (P. 2-3) 5. Driver supplemental air bag/horn (P. 1-34, 2-34) 6...

1. Brake fluid reservoir (P. 8-14) 2. Engine oil filler cap (P. 8-10) 3. Air cleaner (P. 8-17) 4. Fuse/fusible link box/jump-start location(P. 8-19) 5. Fuse box (P. 8-19) 6. Inverter coolant reservoir (P. 8-9) 7. Engine oil dipstick (P. 8-10) 8. Radiator cap (P. 8-8) 9. Drive belt location (P.8-15) ...

Warning light Name Page or Anti-lock BrakingSystem (ABS) warn-ing light 2-10 or Brake warning light(red) 2-10 Charge warninglight 2-11 Electric powersteering warninglight 2-11 Electronically con-trolled brake warn-ing light (yellow) 2-12 Engine oil pressurewarning light 2-12 Warning light Name Page ...

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. You could also slide under the lap belt and receive serious interna...

Seat lifter (driver’s seat) Push the front or rear end of the switch up or down to adjust the angle and height of the seat cushion. Lumbar support (driver’s seat) The lumbar support feature provides lower back support to the driver. Move the switch forward or backward to adjust the seatback lumbar a...

HEAD RESTRAINT ADJUSTMENT To raise the head restraint, pull it up. To lower, push and hold the lock knob and push the head restraint down. WARNING Head restraints should be adjusted prop- erly as they may provide significant pro- tection against injury in an accident. Do not remove them. Check the a...

● Do not attach anything to the head re- straint stalks. Doing so could impair Active Head Restraint function. The Active Head Restraint moves forward utiliz- ing the force that the seatback receives from the occupant in a rear-end collision. The movement of the head restraint helps support the occu...

CHILD SAFETY Children need adults to help protect them.They need to be properly restrained. In addition to the general information in this manual, child safety information is available from many other sources, including doctors, teachers, government traffic safety offices, and community organization...

80 lbs (36 kg). A booster seat should be used to obtain proper seat belt fit.NISSAN recommends that a child be placed in a commercially available booster seat if the shoul- der belt in the child’s seating position fits close to the face or neck or if the lap portion of the seat belt goes across the ...

Fastening the seat belts 1. Adjust the seat. See “Seats” earlier in this section. s 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 during a sudden stop or on impact. A slow pulling m...

The Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) mode allows the seat belt to extend and retract to allow the driver and passengers some freedom of movement in the seat. The ELR locks the seat belt when the vehicle slows down rapidly or during certain impacts.The Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) mode (child r...

Shoulder belt height adjustment (front seats) The shoulder belt anchor height should be ad- justed to the position best for you. (See “Precau- tions on seat belt usage” earlier in this section.) To adjust, pull out the adjustment button s 1 and move the shoulder belt anchor to the desired position s...

PRECAUTIONS ON CHILD RESTRAINTS WARNING ● Infants and small children should al- ways be placed in an appropriate child restraint while riding in the vehicle. Failure to use a child restraint can re- sult in serious injury or death. ● Infants and small children should never be carried on your lap. It...

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

BOOSTER SEAT INSTALLATION WARNING NISSAN recommends that booster seats be installed in the rear seat. However, if you must install a booster seat in the front passenger seat, move the passenger’s seat to the rearmost position. CAUTION Do not use the lap/shoulder belt Auto- matic Locking Retractor mo...

7. If the booster seat is installed in the front passenger seat, place the ignition switch in the ON position. The front passenger air bagstatus light may or may not illuminate, depending on the size of the child and the type of booster seat being used. See “Front passenger air bag and status light”...

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 informati...

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 c...

● 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 ac...

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 p...

2 Instruments and controls Instrument panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2Meters and gauges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 Speedometer and odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4Power meter . . . . . . . . ...

1. Vents (P. 4-10) 2. Headlight/fog light (if so equipped)/turn signal switch (P. 2-29) 3. Steering wheel switch for audio control (if so equipped)/Bluetooth T Hands-free Phone System (if so equipped) (P. 4-37, 4-39) 4. Meters and gauges (P. 2-3) 5. Driver supplemental air bag/horn (P. 1-34, 2-34) 6...

1. Power meter 2. Speedometer 3. Fuel gauge 4. High voltage battery status meter 5. Odometer/twin trip odometer/trip com-puter 6. Vehicle Information Display 1. Speedometer 2. Odometer 3. Change button LIC1106 WIC1260 METERS AND GAUGES Instruments and controls 2-3 Z REVIEW COPY— 2009 Altima Hybrid E...

SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETERSpeedometer The speedometer indicates vehicle speed. Odometer/Twin trip odometer The odometer/twin trip odometer is displayed when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position.The odometer records the total distance the ve- hicle has been driven.The twin trip odometer rec...

This unit measures terrestrial magnetism and in- dicates the direction of the vehicle’s heading.With the ignition switch placed in the ON posi-tion, press the button as described in the chart below to activate various features of the automatic anti-glare rearview mirror. Push and holdthebutton for a...

Zone variation change procedure The difference between magnetic north and geo- graphical north is known as variance. In some areas, this difference can sometimes be great enough to cause false compass readings. Follow these instructions to set the variance for your particular location if this happen...

or Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)warning light Hybrid System warning light Front passenger air bag status light or Brake warning light (Red) Low tire pressure warning light (if so equipped) High beam indicator light (Blue) 12–volt battery charge warning light Master warning light Low temperature ind...

The following light comes on briefly and then goes off: If any light fails to come on, it may indicatea burned-out bulb or an open circuit in theelectrical system. Have the system repaired promptly. WARNING LIGHTS For additional information on warnings and indi- cators, see “Vehicle information disp...

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 as possible. ● If the light illuminates while driving, avoid sudden steering maneuvers or abrupt braking, reduce vehicle speed, pull off the road to a ...

The seat belt warning light may also illuminate if the front passenger’s seat belt is not fastened when the front passenger’s seat is occupied. For 7 seconds after the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the system does not activate the warning light for the front passenger.Refer to “Seat ...

For front passenger air bag status light operation, see “Front passenger air bag and status light” in the “Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system” section of this manual. High beam indicator light(blue) This blue light comes on when the headlight high beams are on and goes out ...

The Malfunction Indicator Light may stop blinking and come on steady. Have the vehicle inspected by a NISSAN dealer. You do not need to have your vehicle towed to the dealer. CAUTION Continued vehicle operation without hav- ing the emission control system checked and repaired as necessary could lead...

Light reminder chime With the ignition switch placed in the OFF posi- tion, a chime sounds when the driver’s door is opened if the headlights or parking lights are on.Turn the headlight control switch off before leav- ing the vehicle. The vehicle information display s 1 is located on the bottom of t...

Your vehicle may have two types of security sys- tems: ● Vehicle security system ● NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM The vehicle security system provides visual and audible alarm signals if someone opens the doors or trunk lid when the system is armed. It is not, however, a m...

SWITCH OPERATION The windshield wiper and washer switch oper- ates when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position.Push the lever down to operate the wiper at the following speed: s 1 Intermittent — intermittent operation can be adjusted by turning the switch toward s A (Slower) or s B (Faster...

To defrost the rear window glass and outside mirrors (if so equipped), start the Hybrid System and push the rear window defroster switch on. The rear window defroster indicator light on the switch comes on. Push the switch again to turn the defroster off.The rear window defroster automatically turns...

CAUTION Use the headlights with the Hybrid System running 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: ● Turn on the headlights, front parking, tail, l...

CAUTION Even though the battery saver feature au- tomatically turns off the headlights after a period of time, you should turn the head- light switch to the OFF position when the engine is not running to avoid discharging the vehicle battery. DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT SYSTEM (Canada only) The headlights...

TURN SIGNAL SWITCHTurn signal s 1 Move the lever up or down to signal the turning direction. When the turn is com- pleted, the turn signals cancel automatically. Lane change signal s 2 To signal a lane change, move the lever up or down to the point where the indicator light begins to flash, but the ...

The flashers will operate with the ignition switch placed in any position. Some state laws may prohibit the use of the hazard warning flasher switch while driving. To sound the horn, push the center pad area of the steering wheel. WARNING Do not disassemble the horn. Doing so could affect proper ope...

CAUTION ● Do not use the seat heater for extended periods or when no one is using the seat. ● Do not put anything on the seat which insulates heat, such as a blanket, cush- ion, seat cover, etc. Otherwise, the seat may become overheated. ● Do not place anything hard or heavy on the seat or pierce it...

● Avoid using power outlets when the air conditioner, headlights or rear window defroster is on. ● Before inserting or disconnecting a plug, be sure the electrical accessory being used is turned OFF. ● Push the plug in as far as it will go. If good contact is not made, the plug may overheat or the i...

SUNGLASSES HOLDER To open the sunglasses holder, push and release.Only store one pair of sunglasses in the holder. WARNING Keep the sunglasses holder closed while driving to prevent an accident. CAUTION ● Do not use for anything other than sunglasses. ● Do not leave sunglasses in the sun- glasses ho...

CAUTION ● Avoid abrupt starting and braking when the cup holder is being used to prevent spilling the drink. If the liquid is hot, it can scald you or your passenger. ● Use only soft cups in the cup holder. Hard objects can injure you in an accident. Soft bottle holder CAUTION ● Do not use bottle ho...

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. Type A LIC1090 Type B LIC1078 LIC0748 2...

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 ...

1. Window lock button 2. Power door lock switch 3. Front passenger side (automatic switch,if so equipped) 4. Right rear passenger side 5. Left rear passenger side 6. Driver side automatic switch Driver’s side power window switch The driver’s side control panel is equipped with switches to open or cl...

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 ...

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. CAUTI...

CONSOLE LIGHT (if so equipped) The console light will turn on whenever the park- ing lights or headlights are illuminated.The console light brightness can be adjusted with the instrument brightness control. To turn the map lights on, press the light lens. To turn them off, press the lens again. NOTE...

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 minutes if the trunk lid is left open, unless the ignition switch is placed in the ACC or ON position.For bulb replacement procedures, refer to “Exte- rior and in...

PROGRAMMING HOMELINK T 1. To begin, press and hold the two outer HomeLink T buttons (to clear the memory) until the indicator light s 1 blinks (after 20 seconds). Release both buttons. 2. Position the end of the hand-held transmitter 1 - 3 inches (26 - 76 mm) away from the HomeLink T surface. 3. Usi...

ROLLING CODE PROGRAMMING Rolling code garage door openers (or other roll- ing code devices) which are “code protected” and manufactured after 1996, may be deter- mined by the following: ● Reference the garage door opener Owner’s Manual for verification. ● The hand-held transmitter appears to pro- gr...

3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 NISSAN Intelligent Key™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system keys . . . . . . . . . . 3-3 Doors . . . . . . . . . . ...

1. Two Intelligent Keys 2. Mechanical keys (inside IntelligentKeys) 3. Key number plate NISSAN INTELLIGENT KEY™ Your vehicle can only be driven with the Intelligent Key which are registered to your vehicle’s Intelli- gent Key components and NISSAN Vehicle Im- mobilizer System components. Never leave...

Mechanical key The Intelligent Key contains the mechanical key.To remove the mechanical key, release the lock knob on the back of the Intelligent Key.To 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 lo...

Any key that is not given to your dealer at the time of registration will no longer be able to start your vehicle.Do not allow the immobilizer system key, which contains an electrical transponder, to come into contact with salt water. This could affect system function. WARNING ● Always have the door...

Lockout protection When the power door lock switch (driver’s or front passenger’s side) is moved to the lock position with the Intelligent Key in the port and any door open, all doors will lock and unlock automatically. With the Intelligent Key left in the vehicle (not in the Intelligent Key port) a...

Unlocking doors 1. Carry the Intelligent Key.2. Push the door handle request switch s 1 . 3. The hazard warning lights flash once and the outside buzzer sounds once. 4. Push the door handle request switch s 1 again within 5 seconds to unlock all doors. If a door handle is pulled while unlocking the ...

Opening the trunk lid 1. Push the trunk opener request switch s A for more than 1 second while carrying the Intel- ligent Key with you. 2. The trunk will unlatch. A chime will sound four times. 3. Raise the trunk lid to open the trunk. Lockout protection To prevent the Intelligent Key from being acc...

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

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Verify the location of all Intelligent Keys that are programmed for the vehicle. If another Intelligent Key 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 stopthe Hyb...

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

NOTE:In order to remove your key from trunk compartment access panel, you must close and lock the panel. CAUTION Do not leave the access panel open. Do not store or place any items in the area behind the seats. This area contains the high voltage battery and other high volt- age components. Storage ...

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

TELESCOPIC OPERATION Pull the lever s 1 all the way toward you and adjust the steering wheel forward or backward in direction s 3 , 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...

VANITY MIRRORS To access the vanity mirror, pull the sun visor down and flip open the mirror cover. Some vanity mirrors are illuminated and turn on when the mirror cover is open. REARVIEW MIRROR (if so equipped) The night position s 1 reduces glare from the headlights of vehicles behind you at night...

To turn on the automatic anti-glare feature, pressthe button again. The indicator light will turn on.For information on HomeLink T Universal Trans- ceiver operation, see “HomeLink T Universal Transceiver” in the “Instrument and controls” sec- tion of this manual.For information on the compass and ou...

Manual folding outside mirrors (if so equipped) Push the mirrors backward to fold them. WPD0056 3-26 Pre-driving checks and adjustments Z REVIEW COPY— 2009 Altima Hybrid Electric (ahv)Owners Manual—Canadian_French (fr_can)06/16/08—debbie X

4 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems Control panel buttons (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2 Setting up the start-up screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3How to use the SETUP button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3 button . . . . . . . ....

WARNING ● Do not disassemble or modify this sys- tem. If you do, it may result in accidents, fire, or electrical shock. ● Do not use this system if you notice any abnormality, such as a frozen screen or lack of sound. Continued use of the system may result in accident, fire or electric shock. ● In c...

Clock Adjusting the time: The following display will appear when pressing the SETUP button, then touching the “Clock” key. On-screen Clock: When this item is turned on, a clock is always displayed in the upper right corner of the screen. This clock will indicate the time almost exactly because it is...

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 ob- jects to help avoid damaging the ve- hicle. The system will not detect ...

Adjust air flow direction by moving the ventilator slides.Open or close the ventilators by using the dial.Move the dial toward the to open the ven- tilators or toward the to close them. Right and Left WHA0736 Center WHA0737 Rear (if so equipped) WHA0688 VENTS 4-10 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and ...

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. AUTO button WARNING ● The air conditioner...

1. Push the AUTO button on.2. Turn the driver’s side temperature control dial to the left or right to set the desired temperature. Driver and passenger tem- peratures can be set independently. Press DUAL or turn the passenger temperature control dial to the left or right to activate dual climate con...

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 normall...

RADIO With the push-button ignition switch in the ACC or ON position, press the PWR (power)/VOL (volume) knob to turn the radio on. If you listen to the radio with the Hybrid System not running, the switch should be in the ACC position.Radio reception is affected by station signal strength, distance...

● Do not expose the CD to direct sun-light. ● CDs that are in poor condition or aredirty, scratched or covered with finger-prints may not work properly. ● The following CDs may not work prop-erly: ● Copy control compact discs (CCCD) ● Recordable compact discs (CD-R) ● Rewritable compact discs (CD-RW...

● 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 writi...

Troubleshooting 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...

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

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...

1. SEEK/TRACK button 2. CD insert slot 3. TUNE/FF·REW button 4. CD eject button 5. AUDIO button (BASS, TREBLE, FADE,SSV, BALANCE and BEEPS) 6. CLOCK 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. PRES...

operational then pressing the RADIO button will switch between FM and AM bands. Audio main operation PWR/VOL control knob Place the ignition switch in the ACC or ON position, and then press the PWR/VOL control knob while the system is off to call up the mode (radio or CD) which was playing immediate...

FM/AM/SAT RADIO WITH COMPACT DISC (CD) CHANGER (if so equipped) For all operation precautions, see “Audio opera- tion precautions” earlier in this section.No satellite radio reception is available unless there is an active XM T satellite radio service subscription. Satellite radio is not available i...

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

1. Source select and Power on switch 2. Tuning switch 3. Volume control switch 1. Source select and Power on switch 2. Tuning switch 3. Volume 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 ...

When installing a CB, ham radio or car phone in your NISSAN, be sure to observe the following precautions; otherwise, the new equipment may adversely affect the engine control system and other electronic parts.High voltage parts and cables on the NISSAN hybrid vehicle emit approximately the same amo...

– Your cellular phone is locked to prevent it from being dialed. ● When the radio wave condition is not ideal or ambient sound is too loud, it may be difficult to hear the other person’s voice dur- ing a call. ● Do not place the cellular phone in an area surrounded by metal or far away from the in-v...

Operating tips To get the best performance out of the NISSAN Voice Recognition system, observe the following: ● Keep the interior of the vehicle as quiet as possible. Close the windows to eliminate surrounding noises (traffic noises, vibration sounds, etc.), which may prevent the system from recogni...

● Numbers can be spoken in small groups. The system will prompt you to continue en- tering digits, if desired. Example: 1-800-662-6200– “One eight zero zero”The system repeats the numbers and prompts you to enter more.– “six six two”The system repeats the numbers and prompts you to enter more.– “six...

PHONE/ENDPress the button to cancel a VR session or end a call. GETTING STARTED The following procedures will help you get started using the Bluetooth T Hands-Free Phone System with NISSAN Voice Recognition. For ad- ditional command options, refer to “List of voice commands” later in this section. C...

4. Say: “New phone” s C . The system acknowl- edges the command and asks you to initiate pairing from the phone handset s D . The pairing procedure of the cellular phone varies according to each cellular phone model. See the cellular phone Owner’s Manual for details. You can also visit www.nissanusa...

For additional command options, see “List of voice commands” later in this section. LIST OF VOICE COMMANDS Main Menu “Call” or “Call International”“Phone Book”“Memo Pad”“Setup” When you press and release the button on the steering wheel, you can choose from the commands on the Main Menu. The followi...

If a redial number does not exist, the system announces, “There is no number to redial” and ends the VR session. “Call back” s D Use the Call Back command to dial the number of the last incoming call within the vehicle.The system acknowledges the command, re- peats the number and begins dialing.If a...

The transfer procedure varies according to each cellular phone. See the cellular phone Owner’s Manual for details. You can also visit www.nissanusa.com/bluetooth for instructions on transferring phone numbers from NISSAN recommended cellular phones.The system repeats the number and prompts you for t...

and you change the priority level of Phone C to Level 1, then: Priority Level 1 = Phone C Priority Level 2 = Phone B Priority Level 3 = Phone A “Delete phone” s E Use the Delete Phone command to delete a specific phone or all phones from the Bluetooth T Hands-Free Phone System.The system announces t...

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

MAKING A CALL To make a call, follow the procedure below. 1. Press the phone button on the steer- ing wheel switches. The phone screen will appear on the display. 2. Touch the “Phonebook” key.3. Touch one of the downloaded person’s key from the list. Dialing will start. 4. After the call is over, pe...

Hold Call: Continue to hold call. Reject Call: Reject an incoming call.To finish the call, follow one of the procedures listed below:a. Touch 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 during...

PHONE SETTING To set up the hands-free phone system to your preferred settings, press the SETUP button, then touch the “Phone” key on the display. Phonebook: See “Phonebook download” earlier in this sec- tion. Downloaded Phonebook: See the following information for each item. ● Download All: Transfe...

Bluetooth Setup: See the following information for each item. ● Bluetooth Hands-Free: If this item is turned off, the connection be- tween the cellular phone and the in-vehicle phone module will be canceled. ● Paired Phone List: Up to 5 registered cellular phones are shown on the list. ● Pair Phone:...

The NISSAN Voice Recognition system allows hands-free operation of the systems equipped on this vehicle, such as the phone and navigation systems.To operate NISSAN Voice Recognition, pressthe button located on the steering wheel. Then speak the command for the system you wish to activate. The comman...

Help commands ● “COMMAND LIST”, “VOICE HELP” or “HELP” Gives spoken information about NISSAN Voice Recognition and displays the list of help commands. Phone commands ● “[PHONE] DIAL <phone number digits> ” or “CALL <phone number digits> ” Dials the phone number given in the com- mand. Sp...

5 Starting and driving Precautions when starting and driving. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2Three-way catalyst. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). . . . . . . . ...

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 close...

c. You notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system. d. You have had an accident involving damage to the exhaust system, un- derbody, or rear of the vehicle. THREE-WAY CATALYST The three-way catalyst is an emission control device installed in the exhaust system. Exhaust gases in the three-way ...

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

OFF-ROAD RECOVERY While driving, the right side or left side wheels may unintentionally leave the road surface. If this occurs, maintain control of the vehicle by follow- ing the procedure below. Please note that this procedure is only a general guide. The vehicle must be driven as appropriate based...

DRINKING ALCOHOL/DRUGS AND DRIVING WARNING Never drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Alcohol in the bloodstream re- duces coordination, delays reaction time and impairs judgement. Driving after drinking alcohol increases the likelihood of being involved in an accident injuring yourself an...

The ignition switch is equipped with an anti-theft steering lock device.The ignition lock is designed so that the ignition switch position cannot be switched to off until the shift selector is moved to the P (Park) position.When the ignition switch cannot be switched off, proceed as follows: 1. Move...

2. Place the ignition switch in the OFF or LOCK position, and wait approximately 10 seconds. 3. Repeat steps 1 and 2.4. Restart the engine while holding the device (which may have caused the interference) separate from the registered key. If the no start condition re-occurs, NISSAN rec- ommends plac...

● When the Hybrid System is started or stopped, or while the vehicle is idling, you may hear a sound coming from the trans- mission. This does not indicate a prob- lem. ● When the gasoline engine is started or stopped with the Hybrid System on, you may feel a vibration and hear a rattling sound. Thi...

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. To move the shift selector: Push the button while depressing the brakepedalPush the button to shift Shift without pushing button Shifting After ...

R (Reverse): CAUTION To 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, complete the following procedure: 1. Push the ignition switch to the LOCK posi- tion. 2. Apply the parking brake.3. Remove the shift lock release cover as shown. 4. Insert a small screwdriver in the shift lock release slot and push down. 5. Move the shift selector to the ...

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

● Accelerate slowly and smoothly. Maintain cruising speeds with a constant accelerator position. ● Drive at moderate speeds on the highway. Driving at high speed lowers fuel economy. ● Avoid unnecessary stopping and braking. Maintain a safe distance behind other ve- hicles. ● Keep your engine tuned ...

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) . Fail- ure to do so could cause the vehicle to ...

WARNING ● If the Hybrid System is not in the READY mode or is turned off while driving, the power assist for the steering will not work. Steering will be harder to operate. ● When the power steering warning light illuminates with the Hybrid System in the READY mode, there will be no power assist for...

Hydraulic system The brake system has separate hydraulic circuits. If one circuit malfunctions, you will still have brak- ing at other wheels.However, the brake pedal will have to be de- pressed harder and your stopping distance will increase. The brake system warning light will also come on. Brake ...

ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) WARNING ● The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) is a sophisticated device, but it cannot pre- vent accidents resulting from careless or dangerous driving techniques. It can help maintain vehicle control during braking on slippery surfaces. Remem- ber that stopping distanc...

The Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system uses sensors within the vehicle to detect these move- ments. The VDC system helps control brake and engine output to help minimize tire slip and spin. ● When the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system is operating, the SLIP indicator in the instrument panel bli...

FREEING A FROZEN DOOR LOCK To 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 keyfob (if so equipped). ANTI-FREEZE In the winter when it is anticipated that the tem-...

● Watch for slippery spots (glare ice) . These may appear on an otherwise clear road in shaded areas. If a patch of ice is seen ahead, brake before reach- ing it. Try not to brake while on the ice, and avoid any sudden steering maneuvers. ● Do not use the cruise control on slip- pery roads. ● Snow c...

6 In case of emergency Flat tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). . . . . . . . . . 6-2Changing a flat tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2 Hybrid system stops operating whi...

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) This vehicle is equipped with the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). It monitors tire pres- sure of all tires except the spare. When the low tire pressure warning light is lit, one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. If the vehicle is be...

WARNING ● Make sure the parking brake is securely applied and the transmission is shifted into P (Park) . ● Never change tires when the vehicle is on a slope, ice or slippery areas. This is hazardous. ● Never change tires if oncoming traffic is close to your vehicle. Wait for profes- sional road ass...

Turn the clamp to 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 w...

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 tothe jack body and the following instruc-tions. 1. Loosen each wheel nut one or two turns by turning counterclockwise with t...

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 ( s A , s B , s C , s D , s E ). Lower the vehicle completely. WARNING ● Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the w...

Before attempting to jump start the vehicle, make sure the fuel tank is not empty and the correct starting procedure is followed. See “Starting the Hybrid System” in the “Starting and driving” sec- tion. Do not drive the vehicle on battery power only if the fuel tank is empty. The high voltage batte...

When towing your vehicle, all State (Provincial in Canada) and local regulations for towing must be followed. Incorrect towing equipment could dam- age your vehicle. Towing instructions are avail- able from a NISSAN dealer. Local service opera- tors are generally familiar with the applicable laws an...

VEHICLE RECOVERY (freeing a stuck vehicle)Pulling a stuck vehicle Do not use the hook to tow the vehicle. WARNING ● Stand clear of a stuck vehicle. ● Do not spin your tires at high speed. This could cause them to explode and result in serious injury. Parts of your vehicle could also overheat and be ...

7 Appearance and care Cleaning exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2 Washing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2Waxing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2Removing sp...

In order to maintain the appearance of your ve- hicle, it is important to take proper care of it.To 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 soo...

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 i...

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

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 dam...

Floor mat positioning aid (driver’s side only) This vehicle includes a front floor mat bracket to act as a floor mat positioning aid. NISSAN floor mats have been specially designed for your ve- hicle model. The driver’s side floor mat has a grommet hole incorporated in it. Position the mat by placin...

Your new NISSAN has been designed to have minimum maintenance requirements with long service intervals to save you both time and money. However, some day-to-day and regular maintenance is essential to maintain your NIS- SAN’s good mechanical condition, as well as its emission and engine performance....

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 ● This vehicle has high voltage DC and AC systems as well ...

The engine cooling system is filled at the factory with Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/ Coolant to provide year-round anti-freeze and coolant protection. The anti-freeze solution con- tains rust and corrosion inhibitors. Additional en- gine cooling system additives are not necessary. WARNING ● ...

CHANGING ENGINE COOLANT A NISSAN dealer can change the engine coolant. The service procedure can be found in the NISSAN Service Manual. Improper servicing can result in reduced heater performance and engine overheat- ing. WARNING ● To avoid the danger of being scalded, never change the coolant when ...

CHECKING INVERTER COOLANT LEVEL Check the coolant level in the reservoir when the engine and inverter are cold. If the cool- ant level is below the MIN level s B , add coolant to the MAX level s A . If the inverter cooling system frequently requires coolant, have it checked by a NISSAN dealer. CHANG...

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

5. Remove the drain plug s 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” later in this section. ● Waste oil must be disposed of prop-erly. ● Check your local regulat...

CAUTION Be careful not to burn yourself. The engine oil may be hot. 5. Wipe the engine oil filter sealing surface with a clean rag. CAUTION Be sure to remove any old gasket material remaining on the sealing surface of the engine. Failure to do so could lead to engine damage. 6. Coat the gasket on th...

BRAKE FLUID Check the brake fluid level in the reservoir. If the fluid level is below the MIN line or the brake warning light comes on, add DOT 3 brake fluid up to the MAX line. If fluid must be added frequently, the system should be checked by a NISSAN dealer. WINDOW WASHER FLUID RESERVOIR Fill the...

The 12-volt battery is located on the right hand side of the trunk behind an access panel. ● Keep the battery surface clean and dry. Clean the battery with a solution of baking soda and water. ● Make certain the terminal connections are clean and securely tightened. ● If the vehicle is not to be use...

2. Have the belt checked regularly for condi- tion and tension in accordance with the maintenance schedule found in the “NISSAN Service and Maintenance Guide”. REPLACING SPARK PLUGSIridium-tipped spark plugs It is not necessary to replace iridium-tipped s A spark plugs as frequently as conventional ...

The air cleaner filter should not be cleaned and reused. Replace it according to the maintenance log shown in the “NISSAN Service and Mainte- nance Guide.” When replacing the filter, wipe the inside of the air cleaner filter housing and the cover with a damp cloth.To remove the air cleaner filter, p...

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

If the brakes do not operate properly, have the brakes checked by a NISSAN dealer. SELF-ADJUSTING BRAKES Your 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 ...

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.Type B fuses cannot be installed in the under- hood fuse ...

4. If the fuse is open s A , replace it with an equivalent good fuse s 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. Type A W...

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 halogen headlight bulb The headli...

Replacement procedures All other lights are either type A, B, C or D. When replacing a bulb, first remove the lens, lamp and/or cover. Indicates bulb removalIndicates bulb installation Use a cloth s 1 to protect the light housing. Use a cloth s 1 to protect the light housing. WDI0263 Vanity mirror l...

Use a cloth s 1 to protect the light housing. Use a cloth s 1 to protect the light housing. Front map light WDI0584 Rear map light WDI0585 High-mounted stop light (rear window) WDI0320 8-28 Maintenance and do-it-yourself Z REVIEW COPY— 2009 Altima Hybrid Electric (ahv)Owners Manual—Canadian_French (...

If you have a flat tire, see the “In case ofemergency” section of this manual. TIRE PRESSURETire 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 lig...

Size Cold Tire Inflation Pres- sure Front and Rear Original Tire P215/60/R16 240 kPa, 35 PSI Spare Tire T135/90R16 420 kPa, 60 PSI TIRE LABELING Federal law requires tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires. This information iden- tifies and describes the fun...

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

For additional traction on icy roads, studded tires may be used. However, some U.S. states and Canadian provinces prohibit their use. Check local, state and provincial laws before installing studded tires. Skid and traction capabilities of studded snow tires on wet or dry surfaces may be poorer than...

CHANGING WHEELS AND TIRESTire 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. ...

● 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...

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

The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be slightly different. When refilling, follow the proceduredescribed in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity. Capacity (Approximate) Recommended Fluids and Lubricants US measure...

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 ...

Your engine was filled with a high-quality engine oil when it was built. You 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 fil...

ENGINE Model QR25DE Type Gasoline, 4-cycle, DOHC Cylinder arrangement 4-cylinder in-line Bore x Stroke in (mm) 3.5 x 3.9 (89.0 x 100.0) Displacement cu in (cm 3 ) 151.82 (2,488) Firing order 1–3–4–2 Idle speedeCVT (in “N” position) No adjustment is necessary. Ignition timing (degree B.T.D.C. at idle...

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- for...

TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION LABEL The cold tire pressure is shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. The label is located as shown. AIR CONDITIONER SPECIFICATION LABEL The air conditioner specification label is affixed to the underside of the hood as shown. WTI0174 WTI0178 WTI0179 INSTALLIN...

Use the following steps to mount the front license plate: s 1 Make a shallow hole in each plastic finisher at the location mark (small dimple) using a 0.31 in (8 mm) drill. To avoid damaging the threads behind the finisher, apply only light pressure to the drill. s 2 Mount the license plate bracket ...

● Vehicle Capacity Weight, Load limit, Total load capacity - maximum total weight limit specified of the load (passengers and cargo) for the ve- hicle. This is the maximum combined weight of occupants and cargo that can be loaded into the vehicle. If the vehicle is used to tow a trailer, the trailer...

WARNING Overloading or improper loading of a trailer and its cargo can adversely affect vehicle handling, braking and perfor- mance and may lead to accidents. CAUTION ● Do not tow a trailer or haul a heavy load for the first 500 miles (800 km) . Your engine, axle or other parts could be damaged. ● F...

Temperature conditions can also affect towing. For example, towing a heavy trailer in high outside temperatures on graded roads can affect engine performance and cause overheating. The engine protection mode, which helps reduce the chance of engine damage, could activate and automati- cally decrease...

Always verify that available capacities are within the required ratings. TOWING LOAD/SPECIFICATION TOWING LOAD / SPECIFICATION UNIT: lb (kg) MAXIMUM TOWING LOAD 1,000 (454) MAXIMUM TONGUE LOAD 100 (45) TOWING SAFETYTrailer hitch Choose a proper hitch for your vehicle and trailer. A genuine NISSAN tr...

CAUTION ● Do not use axle-mounted hitches. ● The hitch should not be attached to or affect the operation of the impact- absorbing bumper. ● Do not modify the vehicle exhaust sys- tem, brake system, etc. to install a trailer hitch. ● To reduce the possibility of additional damage if your vehicle is s...

WARNING Never connect a trailer brake system di- rectly to the vehicle brake system.When towing a trailer load of 3,500 lbs. (1587 kg) or more, trailers with a brakesystem MUST be used. However, moststates require a separate braking system on trailers with a loaded weight above a specific amount. Ma...

● Always drive your vehicle at a moderate speed. ● When backing up, hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand. Move your hand in the direction in which you want the trailer to go. Make small corrections and back up slowly. If possible, have someone guide you when you are backing up. Always...

2. When the trailer sway stops, gently apply the brakes and pull to the side of the road in a safe area. 3. Try to rearrange the trailer load so it is bal- anced as described earlier in this section. ● Be careful when passing other vehicles. Passing while towing a trailer requires con- siderably mor...

DOT (Department of Transportation) 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: Treadwear 200 Traction A...

Your NISSAN vehicle is covered by the following emission warranties: For USA 1. Emission Defects Warranty2. Emissions Performance Warranty Details of this warranty may be found with other vehicle warranties in your Warranty Information Booklet which comes with your NISSAN vehicle. If you did not rec...

This vehicle is equipped with an Event Data Re- corder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situa- tions, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understand- ing how a vehicle’s systems performed. The EDR is de...

For Canada To purchase a copy of a genuine NISSAN Ser- vice Manual or Owner’s Manual please contact your nearest NISSAN dealer. For the phone num- ber and location of a NISSAN dealer in your area call the NISSAN Information Center at 1-800- 387-0122 and a bilingual NISSAN representa- tive will assis...

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