2008 Nissan Altima Owners Manual

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Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-36 Map pockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-36 Seatback pockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-36 Storage pouch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-37 Sunglasses holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-37 Cup holders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-39 Glove box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-40 Console box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-40 Covered storage box. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-41 Z REVIEW COPY—2008 Altima (alt) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 09/17/07—debbie X Grocery hooks (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-41 Cargo net (if so equipped). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-42 Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-42 Power windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-42 Moonroof (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-45 Automatic moonroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-45 Interior light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-47 Map lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-48 Trunk light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-49 HomeLinkT universal transceiver (if so equipped). . . . . 2-49 Programming HomeLinkT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-50 Programming HomeLinkT for Canadian customers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-51 Operating the HomeLinkT universal transceiver. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-51 Programming trouble-diagnosis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-51 Clearing the programmed information . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-52 Rolling code programming. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-52 Reprogramming a single HomeLinkT button . . . . . . 2-52 If your vehicle is stolen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-53 Z REVIEW COPY—2008 Altima (alt) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 09/17/07—debbie X INSTRUMENT PANEL 1. 2. Vents (P. 4-10) Headlight/fog light (if so equipped)/turn signal switch (P. 2-27) 3. WIC1258 Steering wheel switch for audio control (if so equipped)/BluetoothT hands-free phone system (if so equipped) (P. 4-43, P. 4-46, P. 4-60) 4. Meters and gauges (P. 2-3) 2-2 Instruments and controls 5. 6. Driver supplemental air bag/horn (P. 1-41, P. 2-33) Cruise control main/set switch (P. 5-17) 7. Windshield wiper/washer switch (P. 2-26) Push-button ignition switch (P. 5-6) Hazard warning flasher switch (P. 2-32) 8. 9. 10. Front passenger air bag status light (P. 1-51) 11. Front passenger supplemental air bag (P. 1-41) 12. Glove box (P. 2-40) 13. Navigation system* (if so equipped) (P. 4-2) 14. Heater and air conditioner (manual or automatic) (P. 4-11, P. 4-18) 15. Shift selector lever (P. 5-10) 16. Audio system controls (P. 4-20) 17. Tilt/telescopic steering wheel controls (P. 3-20) 18. Vehicle information display controls (P. 2-16) 19. Hood release (P. 3-16) Z REVIEW COPY—2008 Altima (alt) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 09/17/07—debbie X METERS AND GAUGES 20. Traction Control System (TCS) OFF switch (if so equipped) (P. 5-23) Trunk opener (P. 3-16) Intelligent Key port (P. 5-6) *: Refer to the separate Navigation System Own- er(cid:146)s Manual. See the page number indicated in paren- theses for operating details. Tachometer Speedometer Fuel gauge Engine coolant temperature gauge 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Odometer/twin trip odometer 6. Twin trip odometer change button 7. 8. Vehicle information display Instrument brightness control WIC1259 Instruments and controls 2-3 Z REVIEW COPY—2008 Altima (alt) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 09/17/07—debbie X LIC1352 WIC1261 LIC1058 Speedometer Vehicle information display 1. 2. 3. Change button SPEEDOMETER The speedometer indicates vehicle speed. Odometer/Twin trip odometer The odometer/twin trip odometer is displayed when the ignition switch is in the ON position. The odometer records the total distance the ve- hicle has been driven. The twin trip odometer records the distance of individual trips. 2-4 Instruments and controls Changing the display: Pushing the change button changes the display as follows: ! Trip Trip Resetting the trip odometer: Pushing the change button for more than 1 sec- ond resets the trip odometer to zero. ! Trip TACHOMETER The tachometer indicates engine speed in revo- lutions per minute (rpm). Do not rev engine into the red zone s1 . 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. Z REVIEW COPY—2008 Altima (alt) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 09/17/07—debbie X LIC1059 ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE The gauge indicates the engine coolant tempera- ture. The engine coolant temperature is within the normal range s1 when the gauge needle points within the zone shown in the illustration. The engine coolant temperature varies with the outside air temperature and driving conditions. CAUTION If the gauge indicates coolant tempera- ture near the hot (H) end of the normal range, reduce vehicle speed to decrease temperature. If the gauge is over the nor- mal range, stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible. If the engine is over- heated, continued operation of the ve- hicle may seriously damage the engine. See (cid:147)If your vehicle overheats(cid:148) in the (cid:147)In case of emergency(cid:148) section for immediate action required. LIC1060 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 key is turned to OFF. The low fuel warning light comes on when the amount of fuel in the tank is getting low. Refill the fuel tank before the gauge regis- ters E (Empty). Instruments and controls 2-5 Z REVIEW COPY—2008 Altima (alt) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 09/17/07—debbie X The located on the driver(cid:146)s side of the vehicle. indicates that the fuel-filler door is CAUTION c If the vehicle runs out of fuel, Malfunction Indicator Light the (MIL) may come on. Refuel as soon as possible. After a few driving trips, the light should turn off. If the light remains on after a few driving trips, have the vehicle inspected by a NISSAN dealer. c For additional information, see (cid:147)Mal- function Indicator Light (MIL)(cid:148) later in this section. 2-6 Instruments and controls COMPASS DISPLAY (if so equipped) This unit measures terrestrial magnetism and in- dicates the direction of the vehicle(cid:146)s heading. With the ignition switch in the ON position, press button as described in the chart below the to activate various features of the automatic anti- glare rearview mirror. Push and hold the button for about: 1 second 5 seconds 9 seconds Feature: (Push button again for about 1 sec- ond to change settings) Compass display toggles on/off Compass zone can be changed to correct false compass readings Compass enters calibration mode For information about the automatic anti-glare feature, refer to (cid:147)Automatic anti-glare rearview mirror(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Pre-driving checks and adjust- ments(cid:148) section. LIC0583 Push the button for about 1 second when the ignition switch is in the ON position to toggle the compass display s1 on or off. The display will indicate the direction of the vehicle(cid:146)s heading. N: North E: East S: South W: West If the display reads (cid:147)C(cid:148), calibrate the compass by driving the vehicle in three complete circles at less than 5 MPH (8 km/h). Z REVIEW COPY—2008 Altima (alt) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 09/17/07—debbie X Once the desired zone number is displayed, stop pressing the MODE button and the display will show compass direction within a few seconds. NOTE: Use zone number 5 for Hawaii. You can also calibrate the compass by driving your vehicle on your everyday route. The com- pass will be calibrated once it has tracked three complete circles. COMPASS DISPLAY Push the button when the ignition switch is in the ON position. The direction will be dis- played. 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 happens: 1. Establish your location on the zone map. Refer to the illustration. Record your zone number. 2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. 3. Push the MODE button in for 5 seconds until the current zone entry number and the (cid:147)VAR(cid:148) icon is displayed. 4. Press the MODE button repeatedly until the desired zone entry number is displayed. Instruments and controls 2-7 Z REVIEW COPY—2008 Altima (alt) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 09/17/07—debbie X c 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. c In places where the terrestrial magne- tism is disturbed, the correction of the direction starts automatically. Inaccurate compass direction: The compass display is equipped with automatic correction function. If the correct direction is not shown, follow this procedure. 1. With the display turned on, press and hold switch for about 9 seconds. The the display will read (cid:147)C.(cid:148) 2. Calibrate the compass by driving the vehicle in three complete circles at a maximum speed of 5 MPH (8 km/h). 3. After completing the circles the display should return to normal. c If the compass deviates from the correct indication soon after repeated adjustment, have the compass checked at an authorized NISSAN dealer. 2-8 Instruments and controls WIC0355 Z REVIEW COPY—2008 Altima (alt) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 09/17/07—debbie X c 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 c Do not install a ski rack, antenna, etc., which are attached to the vehicle by means of a magnet. They affect the op- eration of the compass. c When cleaning the mirror, use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner. Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror as it may cause the liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing. Instruments and controls 2-9 Z REVIEW COPY—2008 Altima (alt) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 09/17/07—debbie X WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND AUDIBLE REMINDERS or or Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light Master warning light Security indicator light Brake warning light Seat belt warning light and chime Slip indicator light (if so equipped) Charge warning light Supplemental air bag warning light Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) check warning light (if so equipped) Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) po- sition indicator light (if so equipped) Engine oil pressure warning light Front passenger air bag status light Traction Control System off indicator light (if so equipped) Turn signal/hazard indicator lights Vehicle Dynamic Control off indicator light (if so equipped) Intelligent Key system warning light High beam indicator light (Blue) Low tire pressure warning light Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) CHECKING BULBS With all doors closed, apply the parking brake and push the ignition button to the ON position without starting the engine. The following lights will come on: or The following lights come on briefly and then go off: or If any light fails to come on, it may indicate a burned-out bulb or an open circuit in the electrical system. Have the system repaired promptly. 2-10 Instruments and controls WARNING LIGHTS or Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light When you push the push-button ignition switch to the ON position, the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light illuminates and then turns off. This indicates the ABS is operational. Z REVIEW COPY—2008 Altima (alt) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 09/17/07—debbie X If the ABS warning light illuminates while the engine is running, or while driving, it may indicate the ABS is not functioning properly. Have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer. If an ABS malfunction occurs, the anti-lock func- tion is turned off. The brake system then operates normally, but without anti-lock assistance. See 9Brake system9 in the 9Starting and driving9 sec- tion. or Brake warning light This light functions for both the parking brake and the foot brake systems. Parking brake indicator When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the light comes on when the parking brake is applied. Low brake fluid warning light When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the light warns of a low brake fluid level. If the light comes on while the engine is running with the parking brake not applied, stop the vehicle and perform the following: 1. Check the brake fluid level. Add brake fluid as necessary. See (cid:147)Brake fluid(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Main- tenance and do-it-yourself(cid:148) section of this manual. 2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the warning system checked by a NISSAN dealer. the drive belt. If the belt is loose, broken, missing, or if the light remains on, see a NISSAN dealer immediately. WARNING CAUTION c Your brake system may not be working properly if the warning light is on. Driv- ing could be dangerous. If you judge it to be safe, drive carefully to the nearest service station for repairs. Otherwise, have your vehicle towed because driv- ing it could be dangerous. c Pressing the brake pedal with the en- gine stopped and/or a low brake fluid level may increase your stopping dis- tance and braking will require greater pedal effort as well as pedal travel. c If the brake fluid level is below the MINIMUM or MIN mark on the brake fluid reservoir, do not drive until the brake system has been checked at a NISSAN dealer. Charge warning light If this light comes on while the engine is running, it may indicate the charging system is not func- tioning properly. Turn the engine off and check Do not continue driving if the drive belt is loose, broken or missing. Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) check warning light (if so equipped) When the push-button ignition switch is pushed to the ON position, the light comes on for about 2 seconds. If the light comes on at any other time, it may indicate the CVT system is not functioning properly. Have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer. Engine oil pressure warning light This light warns of low engine oil pressure. If the light flickers or comes on during normal driving, pull off the road in a safe area, stop the engine immediately and call a NISSAN dealer or other authorized repair shop. Instruments and controls 2-11 Z REVIEW COPY—2008 Altima (alt) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 09/17/07—debbie X The engine oil pressure warning light is not designed to indicate a low oil level. Use the dipstick to check the oil level. See (cid:147)Engine oil(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Maintenance and do-it-yourself(cid:148) section of this manual. CAUTION Running the engine with the engine oil pressure warning light on could cause se- rious damage to the engine almost imme- diately. Such damage is not covered by warranty. Turn off the engine as soon as it is safe to do so. Intelligent Key system warning light The Intelligent Key system warning light warns of a malfunction with the electrical steering lock system or the Intelligent Key system. After the ignition switch is pushed to the ON position, this light comes on for about 2 seconds and then turns off. If the light comes on while the engine is stopped, it may not be possible to free the steering lock or to start the engine. If the light comes on while the engine is running, you can drive the vehicle. How- ever, in these cases, contact a NISSAN dealer for repair as soon as possible. 2-12 Instruments and controls See (cid:147)Intelligent Key system(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Pre-driving checks and adjustments(cid:148) section. Low tire pressure warning light Your vehicle is equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) that monitors the tire pressure of all tires except the spare. The low tire pressure warning light warns of low tire pressure or indicates that the TPMS is not functioning properly. After the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, this light illuminates for about 1 second and turns off. Low tire pressure warning: If the vehicle is being driven with low tire pres- sure, the warning light will illuminate. When the low tire pressure warning light illumi- nates, you should stop and adjust the tire pres- sure to the recommended COLD tire pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. The low tire pressure warning light does not automatically turn off when the tire pressure is adjusted. After the tire is inflated to the recom- mended pressure, the vehicle must be driven at speeds above 16 MPH (25 km/h) to activate the TPMS and turn off the low tire pressure warning light. Use a tire pressure gauge to check the tire pressure. For additional information, see (cid:147)Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Starting and driving(cid:148) section and in the (cid:147)In case of emergency(cid:148) section. TPMS malfunction: If the TPMS is not functioning properly, the low tire pressure warning light will flash for approxi- mately 1 minute when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position. The light will remain on after the 1 minute. Have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer. For additional information, see (cid:147)Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Starting and driving(cid:148) section. WARNING c If the light does not illuminate with the ignition switch in the ON position, have the vehicle checked by a NISSAN dealer as soon as possible. Z REVIEW COPY—2008 Altima (alt) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 09/17/07—debbie X c If the light illuminates while driving, avoid sudden steering maneuvers or abrupt braking, reduce vehicle speed, pull off the road to a safe location and stop the vehicle as soon as possible. Driving with under-inflated tires may permanently damage the tires and in- crease the likelihood of tire failure. Se- rious vehicle damage could occur and may lead to an accident and could re- sult in serious personal injury. Check the tire pressure for all four tires. Adjust the tire pressure to the recommended COLD tire pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label to turn the low tire pressure warning light OFF. If the light still comes on while driving after adjusting the tire pressure, a tire may be flat. If you have a flat tire, re- place it with a spare tire as soon as possible. c When a spare tire is mounted or a wheel is replaced, the TPMS will not function and the low tire pressure warning light will flash for approximately 1 minute. The light will remain on after 1 minute. Contact your NISSAN dealer as soon as possible for tire replacement and/or system resetting. c Replacing tires with those not originally specified by NISSAN could affect the proper operation of the TPMS. CAUTION c The TPMS is not a substitute for the regular tire pressure check. Be sure to check the tire pressure regularly. c If the vehicle is being driven at speeds of less than 16 MPH (25 km/h), the TPMS may not operate correctly. c Be sure to install the specified size of tires to the 4 wheels correctly. Master warning light This light comes on when various vehicle infor- mation display warnings appear. Seat belt warning light and chime The light and chime remind you to fasten your seat belts. The light illuminates whenever the push-button ignition switch is pushed to the ON or START position and remains illuminated until the driver(cid:146)s seat belt is fastened. At the same time, the chime sounds for about 6 seconds unless the driver(cid:146)s seat belt is securely fastened. The seat belt warning light may also illuminate if the front passenger(cid:146)s seat belt is not fastened when the front passenger(cid:146)s seat is occupied . For 7 seconds after the ignition switch is in the ON position, the system does not activate the warn- ing light for the front passenger. Refer to (cid:147)Seat belts(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Safety(cid:151)Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system(cid:148) section for precautions on seat belt usage. Supplemental air bag warning light When the ignition switch is pushed to ONor START 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 need servicing and your vehicle must be taken to a NISSAN dealer: c The supplemental air bag warning light re- mains on after approximately 7 seconds. c The supplemental air bag warning light flashes intermittently. c The supplemental air bag warning light does not come on at all. Instruments and controls 2-13 Z REVIEW COPY—2008 Altima (alt) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 09/17/07—debbie X Unless checked and repaired, the supplemental restraint system (air bag system) and/or the pre- tensioners may not function properly. For addi- tional details see (cid:147)Supplemental restraint sys- tem(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Safety(cid:151)Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system(cid:148) section of this manual. WARNING If the supplemental air bag warning light is on, it could mean that the front air bag, side air bag, curtain air bag systems (if so equipped) and/or pretensioner systems will not operate in an accident. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have your vehicle checked by a NISSAN dealer as soon as possible. INDICATOR LIGHTS Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) position indicator light (if so equipped) When the push-button ignition switch is pushed to the ON position, this indicator light shows the transmission selector lever position. See (cid:147)Driving the vehicle(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Starting and driving(cid:148) section of this manual. 2-14 Instruments and controls Front passenger air bag status light The front passenger air bag status light ( will be lit and the passenger front air bag will be OFF depending on how the front passenger seat is being used. For front passenger air bag status light operation, see (cid:147)Front passenger air bag and status light(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Safety (cid:151) Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system(cid:148) section of this manual. High beam indicator light (blue) This blue light comes on when the headlight high beams are on and goes out when the low beams are selected. 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 missing, or if the vehicle runs out of fuel. Check to make sure the fuel-filler cap is installed and closed tightly, and that the vehicle has at least 3 gallons (11.4 liters) of fuel in the fuel tank. light should After a few driving trips, the turn off if no other potential emission control system malfunction exists. If this indicator light comes on steady for 20 seconds and then blinks for 10 seconds when the engine is not running, it indicates that the vehicle is not ready for an emission control sys- tem inspection/maintenance test. See (cid:147)Readi- ness for inspection/maintenance (I/M) test(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Technical and consumer information(cid:148) section of this manual. Operation The Malfunction Indicator Light will come on in one of two ways: c Malfunction Indicator Light on steady (cid:151) An emission control system malfunction has been detected. Check the fuel-filler cap. If the fuel-filler cap is loose or missing, tighten or install the cap and continue to drive the vehicle. The light should turn off after a few driving trips. If the light does not turn off after a few driving trips, have the vehicle inspected by a NISSAN dealer. You do not need to have your vehicle towed to the dealer. Z REVIEW COPY—2008 Altima (alt) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 09/17/07—debbie X c Malfunction Indicator Light blinking (cid:151) An engine misfire has been detected which may damage the emission control system. To re- duce or avoid emission control system dam- age: (cid:150) do not drive at speeds above 45 MPH (72 km/h). (cid:150) avoid hard acceleration or deceleration. (cid:150) avoid steep uphill grades. (cid:150) if possible, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled or towed. 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 to poor driveability, reduced fuel economy, and possible damage to the emission con- trol system. Security indicator light This light blinks when the ignition switch is in the OFF, LOCK or ACC position. The blinking security indicator light indicates that the security systems equipped on the vehicle are operational. For additional tems(cid:148) later in this section. information, see (cid:147)Security sys- Slip indicator light (if so equipped) This indicator light will blink when the traction control system is limiting wheel spin. Slippery road conditions may exist if the slip indicator blinks on. If this happens, adjust your driving accordingly. The slip indicator light also comes on when you push the push-button ignition switch to the ON position. The light will turn off after about 2 sec- onds if the system is operational. If the light does not come on or does not go off, have the Traction Control System checked by a NISSAN dealer. Traction Control System off indicator light (if so equipped) This indicator light comes on when the traction control off switch is pushed to OFF. This indi- cates the Traction Control System is not operat- ing. Push the traction control off switch again or re- start the engine and the system will operate nor- mally. See (cid:147)Traction Control System (TCS)(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Starting and driving(cid:148) section of this manual. The traction control light also comes on when you push the push-button ignition switch to the ON position. The light will turn off after about 2 sec- onds if the Traction Control System (TCS) is operational. If the light stays on or comes on along with the SLIP indicator light while you are driving, have the Traction Control System checked by a NISSAN dealer. While the Traction Control System is operating, you might feel slight vibration or hear the system working when starting the vehicle or accelerat- ing, but this is normal. Turn 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. Vehicle Dynamic Control off indicator light (if so equipped) This indicator light comes on when the Vehicle Dynamic Control off switch is pushed to OFF. This indicates the Vehicle Dynamic Control is not operating. Instruments and controls 2-15 Z REVIEW COPY—2008 Altima (alt) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 09/17/07—debbie X Key reminder chime A chime sounds if the driver(cid:146)s door is opened while the ignition switch is pushed to the ACC or OFF position or pushed to the OFF or LOCK position with the Intelligent Key left in the Intelli- gent Key port. Make sure the ignition switch is pushed to the LOCK position, and take the Intel- ligent Key with you when leaving the vehicle. Light reminder chime With the ignition switch in the OFF position, a chime sounds when the driver(cid:146)s door is opened if the headlights or parking lights are on. Turn the headlight control switch off before leav- ing the vehicle. VEHICLE INFORMATION DISPLAY WIC1102 The vehicle information display s1 is located on the bottom of the speedometer. It displays such items as: c cruise control system information c Intelligent Key operation information c some indicators and warnings c other information For details about the Intelligent Key system, see (cid:147)Intelligent Key system(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Pre-driving checks and adjustments(cid:148) section. Push the Vehicle Dynamic Control off switch again or restart the engine and the system will operate normally. See (cid:147)Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Starting and driving(cid:148) sec- tion of this manual. The Vehicle Dynamic Control light also comes on when you push the push-button ignition switch to the ON position. The light will turn off after about 2 seconds if the system is operational. If the light stays on or comes on along with the SLIP indica- tor light while you are driving, have the Vehicle Dynamic Control system checked by a NISSAN dealer. While the Vehicle Dynamic Control system is operating, you might feel slight vibration or hear the system working when starting the vehicle or accelerating, but this is normal. AUDIBLE REMINDERS Brake pad wear warning The disc brake pads have audible wear warnings. When a disc brake pad requires replacement, it makes a high pitched scraping sound when the vehicle is in motion, whether or not the brake pedal is depressed. Have the brakes checked as soon as possible if the warning sound is heard. 2-16 Instruments and controls Z REVIEW COPY—2008 Altima (alt) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 10/03/07—debbie X LIC1103 LIC1093 LIC1097 HOW TO USE THE VEHICLE INFORMATION DISPLAY Press the button, located on the instru- ment panel just behind the steering wheel, to display the following modes: MPG ! MPG/MPH ! Time/Miles ! Range ! Exterior Temperature ! Setting ! Warning Fuel Economy mode The fuel economy mode can be selected to dis- play the instant fuel economy since the last reset. 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. Instruments and controls 2-17 Z REVIEW COPY—2008 Altima (alt) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 09/17/07—debbie X WIC1266 LIC1095 LIC1096 Time/Miles (km) 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 can be driven before refueling. The range is constantly calcu- lated based on the amount of fuel in the fuel tank and the actual fuel consumption. Exterior Temperature mode The exterior temperature mode can be selected to provide you with the temperature outside of your vehicle. 2-18 Instruments and controls Z REVIEW COPY—2008 Altima (alt) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 09/17/07—debbie X LIC1043 LIC1044 LIC1046 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: c Alert c Maintenance c Display and press to select the menu. to move Alert mode The alert mode allows you to set alerts notifying of time to rest or icy conditions. The time to rest alert lets you know when you have been traveling for a long time and may need a break. The icy alert notifies you that icy driving condi- tions may exist. 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 their selected distances or time to a new setting. Instruments and controls 2-19 Z REVIEW COPY—2008 Altima (alt) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 09/17/07—debbie X LIC1045 LIC1047 LIC1098 Maintenance mode The maintenance mode allows you to set alerts for the reminding of maintenance intervals for the following: c engine oil c oil filter c tires c other Set a desired interval by pushing to high- light the maintenance field and pressing The reset mode will open up and allow you to enter the desired distance. 2-20 Instruments and controls Display mode The LANGUAGE/UNIT screen will appear when selecting and pressing Language: English or French Unit: US (cid:151) mile, (cid:176)F, MPG (cid:147)Language/Unit(cid:148) the key Metric (cid:151) km, (cid:176)C, L/100 km button and pressing You can select the language and unit using the The settings are automatically saved when you exit the menu by pressing the BACK button or any other mode button. 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. Warnings can be present for issues such as an open door or low fuel. For more information about potential warnings see (cid:147)Vehicle Information Dis- play indicator lights and warnings(cid:148) later in this section. Z REVIEW COPY—2008 Altima (alt) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 09/17/07—debbie X Vehicle information display warnings and indicators 1. Door and trunk open warning 2. Push warning 3. Low fuel warning 4. Low windshield washer fluid warning 8. Cruise main switch indicator WIC1275 5. No key warning 6. Parking brake indicator 7. Shift P warning 9. Cruise set switch indicator 10. Engine start operation indicator (CVT mod- els) Instruments and controls 2-21 Z REVIEW COPY—2008 Altima (alt) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 09/17/07—debbie X 11. Engine start operation indicator (MT mod- els) serve of fuel in the tank when the fuel gauge needle reaches E (Empty). 12. Intelligent Key insertion indicator Low windshield washer fluid warning 13. Intelligent Key removal indicator 14. Intelligent Key battery discharge indicator 15. Steering lock release malfunction 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 in the ACC position when the shift selector lever is moved to the P (Park) position. See (cid:147)Shift P warning(cid:148) in this section for additional information. To turn off the Push warning, push the ignition switch to the ON position and then to the LOCK position. Low fuel warning This warning illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is getting low. Refuel as soon as it is convenient, preferably before the fuel gauge reaches E (Empty). There will be a small re- 2-22 Instruments and controls This warning illuminates when the windshield washer fluid is at a low level. Add windshield washer fluid as necessary. See (cid:147)Window washer fluid(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Maintenance and do-it-yourself(cid:148) section of this manual. No key warning This warning illuminates following two condi- tions: 1. When the ignition switch is pushed and the Intelligent Key cannot be recognized by the system. If this warning illuminates, you can- not start the engine. Check for the following causes and perform the assigned remedies: (cid:150) The battery of the Intelligent Key carried with you is discharged completely. Re- place the battery with a new one. (cid:150) The Intelligent Key carried with you is not registered to the system. Use the regis- tered Intelligent Key. (cid:150) You do not have an Intelligent Key with you. Carry an Intelligent Key with you. 2. When the door is closed with the Intelligent Key left outside the vehicle and the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position. A chime will also sound. Parking brake warning This warning illuminates when the parking brake is set and the vehicle is driven. SHIFT P warning (CVT models) This warning illuminates when the ignition switch is pushed to stop the engine with the selector lever in any position except in the P (Park) posi- tion. If this warning illuminates, the ignition switch is in the OFF position. Move the selector lever to the P (Park) position or push the ignition switch to the ON position. An inside warning chime will also sound. If the shift selector lever is moved to the P (Park) position, the Push warning will appear. Refer to (cid:147)Push warning(cid:148) in this section. For additional information about Intelligent Key, see (cid:147)Intelligent Key system(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Pre-driving checks and adjustments(cid:148) section. Cruise main switch indicator This indicator illuminates when the cruise control main switch is pushed. The indicator turns off Z REVIEW COPY—2008 Altima (alt) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 09/17/07—debbie X Steering lock release malfunction indica- tor This indicator illuminates when the steering wheel cannot be released from the LOCK posi- tion. If this indicator illuminates, push the push-button ignition switch while lightly turning the steering wheel right and left. when the main switch is pushed again. When the cruise main switch indicator the cruise control system is operational. Cruise set switch indicator light illuminates, The light comes on while the vehicle speed is controlled by the cruise control system. If the light blinks while the engine is running, it may indicate the cruise control system is not functioning prop- erly. Have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer. Engine start operation indicator (CVT mod- els) This indicator illuminates when the ignition switch is in the LOCK, OFF, ACC or ON position with the selector lever 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 indicator (MT mod- els) This indicator illuminates when the ignition switch is in the LOCK, OFF, ACC or ON position with the manual transmission gear selector lever in neutral and the parking brake on. This indicator means that the engine will start by pushing the push-button ignition switch with the clutch and the brake pedal depressed. Intelligent Key insertion indicator This indicator illuminates when the Intelligent Key needs to be inserted into the Intelligent Key port. (For example, the Intelligent Key battery is dis- charged.) If this indicator illuminates, insert the Intelligent Key into the Intelligent Keys port in the correct direction. See (cid:147)Push-button ignition switch(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Starting and driving(cid:148) section. Intelligent Key removal indicator This indicator illuminates when the driver(cid:146)s door is opened with ignition switch in the OFF position and the Intelligent Key placed in the Intelligent Key port. A key reminder chime also sounds. If this indicator illuminates, remove the Intelligent Key from the Intelligent Key port and take it with you when leaving the vehicle. Intelligent Key battery discharge indicator This indicator illuminates when the Intelligent Key battery is running out of power. If this indicator illuminates, replace the battery with a new one. See (cid:147)Intelligent Key battery(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Maintenance and do-it-yourself(cid:148) section. Instruments and controls 2-23 Z REVIEW COPY—2008 Altima (alt) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 09/17/07—debbie X SECURITY SYSTEMS LIC0301 Your vehicle may have two types of security sys- tems: c Vehicle security system c 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 motion detection type system that activates when a vehicle is moved or when a vibration occurs. 2-24 Instruments and controls 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 in secure, well-lit areas whenever possible. Many devices offering additional protection, such as component locks, identification markers, and tracking systems, are available at auto supply stores and specialty shops. Your NISSAN dealer may also offer such equipment. Check with your insurance company to see if you may be eligible for discounts for various theft protection features. How to arm the vehicle security system 1. Close all windows. (The system can be armed even if the windows are open.) 2. Remove the Intelligent Key from the vehicle. 3. Close all doors, hood and trunk. Lock all doors. The doors can be locked with the Intelligent Key, door handle request switch, power door lock switch or mechanical key. 4. Confirm that the security indicator light comes on. The security light stays on for about 30 seconds. The vehicle security sys- tem is now pre-armed. After about 30 sec- onds the vehicle security system automati- cally shifts into the armed phase. The security light begins to flash once every 3 seconds. If, during the 30-second pre-arm time period, the driver(cid:146)s door is unlocked by the key or the keyfob, or the ignition switch is pushed to ACC or ON, the system will not arm. c Even when the driver and/or passen- gers are in the vehicle, the system will activate with all the doors, hood and trunk lid locked with the ignition switch in the LOCK position. When pushing the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position, the system will be re- leased. Z REVIEW COPY—2008 Altima (alt) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 09/17/07—debbie X Vehicle security system activation The vehicle security system will give the following alarm: c The headlights blink and the horn sounds intermittently. c The alarm automatically turns off after ap- proximately 50 seconds. However, the alarm reactivates if the vehicle is tampered with again. The alarm can be shut off by unlocking the driver(cid:146)s door or trunk lid with the key, or by pressing the button on the Intelli- gent Key. The alarm is activated by: c opening the door or trunk lid without using the key or Intelligent Key (even if the door is unlocked by releasing the door inside lock switch). How to stop an activated alarm The alarm stops only by unlocking the driver(cid:146)s door or the trunk lid with the key, or by pressing the button on the Intelligent Key. NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM The NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System will not allow the engine to start without the use of a registered key. Never leave these keys in the vehicle. Statement related to Section 15 of FCC Rules for NISSAN Vehicle 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 inter- ference that may cause undesired opera- tion of the device. CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT EX- PRESSLY APPROVED BY THE PARTY RE- SPONSIBLE FOR COMPLIANCE COULD VOID THE USER(cid:146)S AUTHORITY TO OPER- ATE THE EQUIPMENT. LIC0474 Security indicator light The security indicator light blinks whenever the ignition switch is in the OFF, LOCK or ACC position. This function indicates the NISSAN Ve- hicle Immobilizer System is operational. If the NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System is mal- functioning, the light will remain on while the ignition switch is in the ON position. If the light still remains on and/or the en- gine will not start, see a NISSAN dealer for NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System ser- vice as soon as possible. Please bring all registered keys that you have when visiting your NISSAN dealer for service. Instruments and controls 2-25 Z REVIEW COPY—2008 Altima (alt) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 09/17/07—debbie X WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH s2 Low (cid:151) continuous low speed operation s3 High (cid:151) continuous high speed operation Push the lever up s4 to have one sweep opera- tion of the wiper. Pull the lever toward you s5 to operate the washer. The wiper will also operate several times. c Pre-mix washer fluid concentrates with water to the manufacturer(cid:146)s recom- mended levels before pouring the fluid into the window washer reservoir tank. Do not use the window washer reservoir tank to mix the washer fluid concen- trate and water. WARNING In freezing temperatures the washer solu- tion may freeze on the windshield and obscure your vision which may lead to an accident. Warm the windshield with the defroster before you wash the windshield. LIC1061 SWITCH OPERATION The windshield wiper and washer switch oper- ates when the ignition key is in the ON position. Push the lever down to operate the wiper at the following speed: s1 Intermittent (cid:151) intermittent operation can be adjusted by turning the switch toward sA (Slower) or sB (Faster). Also, for vehicles equipped with speed dependent wipers, the intermittent operation speed varies in accor- dance with the vehicle speed. (For example, when the vehicle speed is high, the intermit- tent operation speed will be faster.) 2-26 Instruments and controls CAUTION c Do not operate the washer continu- ously for more than 30 seconds. c Do not operate the washer if the reser- voir tank is empty. c Do not fill the window washer reservoir tank with washer fluid concentrates at full strength. Some methyl alcohol based washer fluid concentrates may permanently stain the grille if spilled while filling the window washer reser- voir tank. Z REVIEW COPY—2008 Altima (alt) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 09/17/07—debbie X REAR WINDOW AND OUTSIDE MIRROR (if so equipped) DEFROSTER SWITCH Type A Type B WIC1126 LIC1218 NOTE: The top few rows of wires on the rear win- dow are not part of the rear window de- froster system. These wires make up the antenna for the audio system. To defrost the rear window glass and outside mirrors (if so equipped), start the engine and push the rear window defroster switch on. The rear window defroster light on the switch comes on. Push the switch again to turn the defroster off. indicator The rear window defroster automatically turns off after approximately 15 minutes. CAUTION When cleaning the inner side of the rear window, be careful not to scratch or dam- age the rear window defroster. HEADLIGHT AND TURN SIGNAL SWITCH XENON HEADLIGHTS (if so equipped) WARNING cHIGH VOLTAGE c When xenon headlights are on, they produce a high voltage. To prevent an electric shock, never attempt to modify or disassemble. Always have your xe- non headlights replaced at a NISSAN dealer. c Xenon headlights provide considerably more light than conventional head- lights. If they are not correctly aimed, they might temporarily blind an oncom- ing driver or the driver ahead of you and cause a serious accident. If headlights are not aimed correctly, immediately take your vehicle to a NISSAN dealer and have the headlights adjusted correctly. When the xenon headlight is initially turned on, its brightness or color varies slightly. However, the color and brightness will soon stabilize. Instruments and controls 2-27 Z REVIEW COPY—2008 Altima (alt) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 09/17/07—debbie X c The life of xenon headlights will be shortened by frequent on-off opera- tion. It is generally desirable not to turn off the headlights for short intervals (for example, when the vehicle stops at a traffic signal). Even when the daytime running lights are active (Canada only), the xenon headlights do not turn on. This way the life of the xenon head- lights is not reduced. c If the xenon headlight bulb is close to burning out, the brightness will drasti- cally decrease, the light will start blink- ing, or the color of the light will be- come reddish. If one or more of the above signs appear, contact a NISSAN dealer. 2-28 Instruments and controls LIC1085 LIC1064 Type A HEADLIGHT CONTROL SWITCH Lighting s1 When turning the switch to the posi- tion, the front parking, tail, license plate and instrument panel lights come on. s2 When turning the switch to the posi- tion, the headlights come on and all the other lights remain on. Type B CAUTION Use the headlights with the engine run- ning to avoid discharging the vehicle battery. Z REVIEW COPY—2008 Altima (alt) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 09/17/07—debbie X To turn on the autolight system: 1. Turn the headlight switch to the AUTO posi- tion s1 . 2. Push the push-button ignition switch to the ON position. 3. The autolight system automatically turns the headlights on and off. if Initially, the push-button ignition switch is pushed OFF and a door is opened and left open, the headlights remain ON for 5 minutes. If an- other door is opened during the 5 minutes, then the 5 minute timer is reset. To turn the autolight system off, turn the switch to the OFF, position. , or Type C LIC1063 LIC1086 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: c Turn on the headlights, front parking, tail, license plate and instrument panel lights au- tomatically when it is dark. c Turn off all the lights when it is light. c Keep all the lights on for 45 seconds after you turn the key to OFF and all doors are closed. Instruments and controls 2-29 Z REVIEW COPY—2008 Altima (alt) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 09/17/07—debbie X 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 automatically illuminate at a re- duced intensity when the engine is started with the parking brake released. The daytime running lights operate with the headlight switch in the OFF position or in the position. Turn the headlight switch to the position for full illumination when driving at night. If the parking brake is applied before the engine is started, the daytime running lights do not illumi- nate. The daytime running lights illuminate when the parking brake is released. The daytime run- ning lights will remain on until the ignition switch is pushed off. LIC1068 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 in the ON posi- tion, your vehicle(cid:146)s battery could become discharged. LIC1087 Headlight beam select s1 To select the high beam function, push the lever forward. The high beam lights come on and the light illuminates. s2 Pull the lever back to select the low beam. s3 Pulling and releasing the lever flashes the headlight high beams on and off. Battery saver system If the ignition switch is turned OFF while the headlight switch is in the posi- tion, the headlights will turn off after 5 minutes. or 2-30 Instruments and controls Z REVIEW COPY—2008 Altima (alt) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 09/17/07—debbie X 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. LIC1066 LIC1088 INSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESS CONTROL The instrument cluster illuminates when the igni- tion switch is in ON position. The instrument brightness control operates when the the AUTO, Turn the control to adjust the brightness of instru- ment panel lights when driving at night. The instrument brightness control will not adjust the brightness when the headlights or parking lights are off. headlight or position. control switch in is TURN SIGNAL SWITCH Turn signal s1 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 s2 To signal a lane change, move the lever up or down to the point where the indicator light begins to flash, but the lever does not latch. Instruments and controls 2-31 Z REVIEW COPY—2008 Altima (alt) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 09/17/07—debbie X HAZARD WARNING FLASHER SWITCH The flashers will operate with the ignition switch in any position. Some state laws may prohibit the use of the hazard warning flasher switch while driving. LIC0394 Push the switch on to warn other drivers when you must stop or park under emergency condi- tions. All turn signal lights flash. WARNING c If stopping for an emergency, be sure to move the vehicle well off the road. c Do not use the hazard warning flashers while moving on the highway unless unusual circumstances force you to drive so slowly that your vehicle might become a hazard to other traffic. c Turn signals do not work when the haz- ard warning flasher lights are on. Z REVIEW COPY—2008 Altima (alt) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 09/17/07—debbie X position. LIC1089 FOG LIGHT SWITCH (if so equipped) To turn the fog lights on, turn the headlight switch to the position, then turn the fog light switch to the To 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 To turn the fog lights off, turn the fog light switch to the OFF position. The headlights must be on and the low beams selected for the fog lights to operate. The fog lights automatically turn off when the high beam headlights are selected. 2-32 Instruments and controls position. HORN HEATED SEAT (if so equipped) LIC1069 To 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. Tam- pering with the supplemental front air bag system may result in serious personal injury. LIC1041 The front seats are warmed by built-in heaters (if so equipped). The switches are located on the center console. 1. Start the engine. 2. Push the low or high position of the switch, as desired, depending on the temperature. The indicator light in the switch will illuminate. The heater is controlled by a thermostat, automatically turning the heater on and off. The indicator light will remain on as long as the switch is on. 3. When the seat is warmed or before you leave the vehicle, be sure to turn the switch off. CAUTION c Do not use the seat heater for extended periods or when no one is using the seat. c 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. c Do not place anything hard or heavy on the seat or pierce it with a pin or similar object. This may result in damage to the heater. c Any liquid spilled on the heated seat should be removed immediately with a dry cloth. c When cleaning the seat, never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, or any simi- lar materials. c If any abnormalities are found or the heated seat does not operate, turn the switch off and have the system checked by your NISSAN dealer. c The battery could run down if the seat heater is operated while the engine is not running. Instruments and controls 2-33 Z REVIEW COPY—2008 Altima (alt) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 09/17/07—debbie X TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM (TCS) OFF SWITCH (if so equipped) VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC) OFF SWITCH (if so equipped) LIC1070 Instrument panel Type A (if so equipped) LIC0451 The vehicle should be driven with the Traction Con- trol System (TCS) on for most driving conditions. If the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, the TCS 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 vehicle, turn the TCS off. To turn off the TCS, push the TCS OFF switch. The Push the TCS OFF switch again or restart the engine to turn ON the system. See (cid:147)Traction Control System (TCS)(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Starting and driv- ing(cid:148) section. 2-34 Instruments and controls indicator will come on. WIC0534 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 vehicle, turn the VDC system off. To turn off the VDC system, push the VDC OFF switch. The Push the VDC OFF switch again or restart the engine to turn on the system. See (cid:147)Vehicle Dy- namic Control (VDC) system(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Starting and driving(cid:148) section. indicator will come on. Z REVIEW COPY—2008 Altima (alt) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 09/17/07—debbie X c When not in use, be sure to close the cap. Do not allow water to contact the outlet. c Do not leave devices plugged in the outlet for an extended period of time because the constant supply of power will drain the battery POWER OUTLET LIC1071 Instrument panel Type B (if so equipped) The power outlets are for powering electrical accessories such as cellular telephones. They are rated at 12 volt, 120W (10A) maximum. The console outlet is powered directly by the vehi- cle(cid:146)s battery. CAUTION c The outlet and plug may be hot during or immediately after use. c Only certain power outlets are designed for use with a cigarette lighter unit. Do not use any other power outlet for an accessory lighter. See your NISSAN dealer for additional information. c Do not use with accessories that ex- ceed a 12 volt, 120W (10A) power draw. Do not use double adapters or more than one electrical accessory. c Use power outlets with the engine run- ning to avoid discharging the vehicle battery. c Avoid using power outlets when the air conditioner, headlights or rear window defroster is on. c Before inserting or disconnecting a plug, be sure the electrical accessory being used is turned OFF. c Push the plug in as far as it will go. If good contact is not made, the plug may overheat or the internal temperature fuse may open. Instruments and controls 2-35 Z REVIEW COPY—2008 Altima (alt) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 09/17/07—debbie X STORAGE WIC1262 Console box Open the lower half of the console box to access the power outlet. Refer to (cid:147)Console box(cid:148) in this section. MAP POCKETS WIC1263 LIC0016 SEATBACK POCKETS The seatback pockets are located on the back of the driver(cid:146)s and passenger(cid:146)s seats. The pockets can be used to store maps. 2-36 Instruments and controls Z REVIEW COPY—2008 Altima (alt) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 09/17/07—debbie X CAUTION c Do not use for anything other than sunglasses. c Do not leave sunglasses in the sun- glasses holder while parking in direct sunlight. The heat may damage the sunglasses. LIC1242 LIC1074 STORAGE POUCH A storage pouch is located on the front of the driver(cid:146)s and passenger(cid:146)s seats. SUNGLASSES HOLDER To open the sunglasses holder, push and release. Only store one pair of sunglasses in the holder. 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. WARNING Keep the sunglasses holder closed while driving to prevent an accident. Instruments and controls 2-37 Z REVIEW COPY—2008 Altima (alt) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 09/17/07—debbie X Front - Type A Front - Type B Rear (sedan) LIC1075 LIC1105 WRS0167 2-38 Instruments and controls Z REVIEW COPY—2008 Altima (alt) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 09/17/07—debbie X CAUTION c 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. c Use only soft cups in the cup holder. Hard objects can injure you in an accident. LIC1219 Rear (coupe) CUP HOLDERS To open the front cup holders, push the cup holder lid. To 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 (coupe). Soft bottle holder Soft bottle holder WIC1216 CAUTION c Do not use bottle holder for any other objects that could be thrown about in the vehicle and possibly injure people during sudden braking or an accident. c Do not use bottle holder for open liquid containers. Instruments and controls 2-39 Z REVIEW COPY—2008 Altima (alt) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 10/03/07—debbie X WIC1076 WIC1120 WIC1121 GLOVE BOX Open the glove box by pulling the handle. Use the master key when locking s1 or unlocking s2 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(cid:146)s side latch to open the upper half of the console box. The mat (if so equipped) may be removed for cleaning. The upper half of the console box may be used for storage of cellular phones. An access hole is provided at the front of the upper half of the console box for phone cord routing to the power outlet. Lower half Pull up on the passenger(cid:146)s side latch to open the lower half of the console box. A power outlet is located inside the console box. The mat (if so equipped) may be removed for cleaning. 2-40 Instruments and controls Z REVIEW COPY—2008 Altima (alt) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 09/17/07—debbie X Type A COVERED STORAGE BOX Push the center of the lid to open. LIC1090 LIC1078 Type B LIC0748 GROCERY HOOKS (if so equipped) 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. Instruments and controls 2-41 Z REVIEW COPY—2008 Altima (alt) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 09/17/07—debbie X WINDOWS POWER WINDOWS WARNING c Make sure that all passengers have their hands, etc. inside the vehicle while it is in motion and before closing the windows. Use the window lock switch

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2008 Nissan Altima Owners Manual