Nissan Altima (2018 year). Instruction

Replacing the fog light bulb

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

2. Remove the fasteners

䊊

; carefully pull

back the front fender protector.

3. Rotate the bulb

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counterclockwise

and pull out to remove.

Reverse steps to install.

EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR LIGHTS

Item

Wattage (W)

Bulb No.*

Headlight assembly (Type A) (if so equipped)*

Low (Halogen)

H11

High (Halogen)

Turn/Park

28/8

7444NA

Side marker

W5W

Headlight assembly (Type B) (if so equipped)*

Low

—

High (Halogen)

Daytime running

—

Turn/Park

28/8

7444NA

Side marker

W5W

Fog light assembly (Type A)(if so equipped)

Fog

H11

Daytime running*

PS19W

Fog light assembly (Type B)(if so equipped)

H11

Door mirror turn signal light (if so equipped)*

—

Rear combination light*

Stop/Tail

21/5

W21/5W

Turn

WY21W

Tail

W5W

Side marker

W5W

Backup (reversing)*

921

License plate light*

W5W

High-mounted stop light*

Inside (if so equipped)

—

Spoiler (if so equipped)

—

Map light*

—

Vanity mirror light*

—

Step light (if so equipped)

3.8

194

Personal light*

—

Trunk light

3.4

158

Glove box light*

1.4

—

* Always check with the Parts Department at a NISSAN dealer for the latest parts informa-
tion.

* It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for assistance.

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Door mirror turn signal light
(if so equipped)

Headlamp assembly

Front map light

Fog light assembly (if so equipped)

High-mount stop light (spoiler)
(if so equipped)

High-mount stop light (inside)
(if so equipped)

Personal light

Step light (if so equipped)

Rear combination light

10.

Backup (reverse) light

11.

License plate light

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If you have a flat tire, refer to “Flat tire” in
the “In case of emergency” section of
this manual.

TIRE PRESSURE

Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS)

WARNING

Radio waves could adversely af-
fect electric medical equipment.
Those

who

use

pacemaker

should contact the electric medi-
cal equipment manufacturer for
the possible influences before use.

This vehicle is equipped with the Tire
Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS).
It monitors tire pressure of all tires
except the spare. When the low tire
pressure warning light is lit and the
“Tire Pressure Low - Add Air” warning
appears in the vehicle information
display, one or more of your tires is
significantly under-inflated.

The TPMS will activate only when the
vehicle is driven at speeds above
16 mph (25 km/h). Also, this system

may not detect a sudden drop in tire
pressure (for example a flat tire while
driving).

For additional information, refer to
“Low tire pressure warning light” in the
“Instruments and controls” section,
“Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS)” in the “Starting and driving”
section, and “Flat tire” in the “In case of
emergency” section of this manual.

Tire inflation pressure

Check the tire pressures (including
the spare) often and always prior to
long distance trips. The recom-
mended tire pressure specifications
are shown on the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S.
certification label or the Tire and
Loading Information label under the
"Cold Tire Pressure" heading. The
Tire and Loading Information label is
affixed to the driver side center pillar.
Tire pressures should be checked
regularly because:

∙ Most tires naturally lose air over

time.

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∙ Tires can lose air suddenly when

driven over potholes or other ob-
jects or if the vehicle strikes a
curb while parking.

The

tire

pressures

should

checked when the tires are cold. The
tires are considered COLD after the
vehicle has been parked for 3 or
more hours, or driven less than 1 mile
(1.6 km) at moderate speeds.

The TPMS with Easy-Fill Tire Alert
provides visual and audible signals
outside the vehicle for inflating the
tires to the recommended COLD tire
pressure. For additional information,
refer to “TPMS with Easy-Fill Tire
Alert” in the “Starting and driving”
section of this manual.

If the tires are used at speeds above
100 mph (162 km/h) where it is legal
to do so (on a race track for ex-
ample), the cold tire inflation pres-
sure must be increased. For addi-
tional information, refer to “Checking
tire pressure” in this section.

Set the tire pressure to the normal
cold tire inflation pressure when the
vehicle speed or load is reduced.

Incorrect tire pressure, including
under inflation, may adversely af-
fect tire life and vehicle handling.

WARNING

∙ Improperly inflated tires can fail

suddenly

and

cause

accident.

∙ The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating

(GVWR)

located

the

F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S.

certifica-

tion label. The vehicle weight
capacity is indicated on the Tire
and Loading Information label.
Do not load your vehicle beyond
this capacity. Overloading your
vehicle may result in reduced
tire life, unsafe operating condi-
tions due to premature tire fail-
ure, or unfavorable handling

characteristics and could also
lead to a serious accident. Load-
ing beyond the specified capac-
ity may also result in failure of
other vehicle components.

∙ Before taking a long trip, or

whenever you heavily load your
vehicle, use a tire pressure gauge
to ensure that the tire pressures
are at the specified level.

∙ Increase the cold tire inflation

pressure as indicated in "Check-
ing tire pressure" in this section
when using the tires specified
by

NISSAN

above

100

mph

(162 km/h) where it is legal to do
so (on a race track for example).
Failure to increase the cold tire
inflation pressure may result in
tire failure, loss of control and
possible injury. After such use,
readjust tire pressure.

∙ For additional information re-

garding tires, refer to “Impor-
tant Tire Safety Information”
(US) or “Tire Safety Information”
(Canada) in the Warranty Infor-
mation Booklet.

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Tire and Loading Information
label

䊊

Seating capacity: The maximum
number of occupants that can
be seated in the vehicle.

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Tire size – refer to “Tire labeling” in
this section.

䊊

Cold tire pressure: Inflate the
tires to this pressure when the
tires are cold. Tires are consid-
ered COLD after the vehicle has
been parked for 3 or more hours,
or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km)
at moderate speeds. The rec-
ommended cold tire inflation is
set by the manufacturer to pro-
vide the best balance of tire
wear, vehicle handling, driveabil-
ity, tire noise, etc., up to the vehi-
cle’s GVWR.

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Original tire size: The size of the
tires originally installed on the
vehicle at the factory.

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Spare tire size.

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Vehicle load limit: Refer to “Ve-
hicle loading information” in the
“Technical and consumer infor-
mation” section of this manual.

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Checking tire pressure

1. Remove the valve stem cap from

the tire.

2. Press

the

pressure

gauge

squarely onto the valve stem. Do
not press too hard or force the
valve stem sideways, or air will
escape. If the hissing sound of air
escaping from the tire is heard
while checking the pressure, re-
position the gauge to eliminate
this leakage.

3. Remove the gauge.

4. Read the tire pressure on the

gauge stem and compare to the
specification shown on the Tire
and Loading Information label.

5. Add air to the tire as needed. If

too much air is added, press the
core of the valve stem briefly
with the tip of the gauge stem to
release pressure. Recheck the
pressure and add or release air
as needed.

6. Install the valve stem cap.

7. Check the pressure of all other

tires, including the spare.

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Size

Cold Tire Inflation
Pressure

Front Original Tire

P215/60R16

220 kPa, 32 PSI

P215/55R17

230 kPa, 33 PSI

P235/45R18

Rear Original Tire

P215/60R16

220 kPa, 32 PSI

P215/55R17

230 kPa, 33 PSI

P235/45R18

Spare Tire

T135/70D16

420 kPa, 60 PSI

TIRE LABELING

Federal law requires tire manufac-
turers to place standardized infor-
mation on the sidewall of all tires.
This information identifies and de-
scribes the fundamental character-
istics of the tire and also provides
the tire identification number (TIN)
for safety standard certification. The
TIN can be used to identify the tire in
case of a recall.

Example

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Tire size (example: P215/65R15

95H)

1. P: The “P” indicates the tire is de-

signed for passenger vehicles
(not all tires have this informa-
tion).

2. Three-digit number (215): This

number gives the width in milli-
meters of the tire from sidewall
edge to sidewall edge.

3. Two-digit

number

(65):

This

number, known as the aspect
ratio, gives the tire’s ratio of
height to width.

4. R: The “R” stands for radial.

5. Two-digit number (15): This num-

ber is the wheel or rim diameter
in inches.

6. Two- or three-digit number (95):

This number is the tire’s load in-
dex. It is a measurement of how
much weight each tire can sup-
port. You may not find this infor-
mation on all tires because it is
not required by law.

7. H: Tire speed rating. You should

not drive the vehicle faster than
the tire speed rating.

Example

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TIN (Tire Identification Number)

for a new tire (example: DOT XX XX
XXX XXXX)

1. DOT: Abbreviation for the “De-

partment

Transportation”.

The

symbol

can

placed

above, below or to the left or
right of the Tire Identification
Number.

2. Two-digit code: Manufacturer’s

identification mark.

3. Two-digit code: Tire size.

4. Three-digit code: Tire type code

(Optional).

5. Four numbers represent the

week and year the tire was built.
For example, the numbers 3103
means the 31st week of 2003. If
these numbers are missing then
look on the other sidewall of the
tire.

䊊

Tire ply composition and material

The number of layers or plies of
rubber-coated fabric in the tire. Tire
manufacturers also must indicate
the materials in the tire, which in-
clude steel, nylon, polyester and oth-
ers.

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Maximum permissible inflation

pressure

This number is the greatest amount
of air pressure that should be put in
the tire. Do not exceed the maximum
permissible inflation pressure.

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Maximum load rating

This number indicates the maxi-
mum load in kilograms and pounds
that can be carried by the tire. When
replacing the tires on the vehicle, al-
ways use a tire that has the same
load rating as the factory installed
tire.

Example

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Term of “tubeless” or “tube type”

Indicates whether the tire requires
an inner tube (“tube type”) or not
(“tubeless”).

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The word “radial”

The word “radial” is shown if the tire
has radial structure.

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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 that contains a whitewall,
bears

white

lettering

bears

manufacturer, brand, and/or model
name molding that is higher or
deeper than the same molding on
the other sidewall of the tire, or (2)
the outward facing sidewall of an
asymmetrical tire that has a particu-
lar side that must always face out-
ward when mounted on a vehicle.

TYPES OF TIRES

WARNING

∙ When changing or replacing tires, be

sure all four tires are of the same type
(i.e., Summer, All Season or Snow) and
construction. A NISSAN dealer may be
able to help you with information
about tire type, size, speed rating and
availability.

∙ Replacement tires may have a lower

speed

rating

than

the

factory

equipped tires, and may not match
the

potential

maximum

vehicle

speed. Never exceed the maximum
speed rating of the tire.

∙ Replacing tires with those not origi-

nally specified by NISSAN could affect
the proper operation of the low tire
pressure warning system.

∙ Always use tires of the same type,

size, brand, construction and tread
pattern on all four wheels. Failure to
do so may result in a circumference
difference between tires on the front
and rear axles which can cause the
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system
to malfunction resulting in personal
injury or death, excessive tire wear
and may damage the transmission
and differential gears.

∙ For additional information regarding

tires, refer to “Important Tire Safety
Information” (US) or “Tire Safety Infor-
mation” (Canada) in the Warranty In-
formation Booklet.

All season tires

NISSAN specifies All Season tires on some
models to provide good performance all
year, including snowy and icy road condi-
tions. All Season tires are identified by ALL
SEASON and/or M&S on the tire sidewall.
Snow tires have better snow traction than
All Season tires and may be more appropri-
ate in some areas.

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Summer tires

NISSAN specifies summer tires on some
models to provide superior performance
on dry roads. Summer tire performance is
substantially reduced in snow and ice.
Summer tires do not have the tire traction
rating “M&S” on the tire sidewall.

If you plan to operate your vehicle in snowy
or icy conditions, NISSAN recommends the
use of SNOW tires or ALL SEASON tires on all
four wheels.

Snow tires

If snow tires are needed, it is necessary to
select tires equivalent in size and load rat-
ing to the original equipment tires. If you do
not, it can adversely affect the safety and
handling of your vehicle.

Generally, snow tires have lower speed rat-
ings than factory equipped tires and may
not match the potential maximum vehicle
speed. Never exceed the maximum speed
rating of the tire.

If you install snow tires, they must be the
same size, brand, construction and tread
pattern on all four wheels.

For additional traction on icy roads, stud-
ded 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 that of non-studded snow tires.

TIRE CHAINS

CAUTION

Only certain SAE class “S” tire chains can
be used on this vehicle. Using the wrong
Class “S” chains on this vehicle will
cause damage to the vehicle. If you plan
to use tire chains/cables, you should
use a tire chain that meets the mini-
mum clearances for your vehicle.

Use of tire chains may be prohibited ac-
cording to location. Check the local laws
before installing tire chains. When installing
tire chains, make sure they are the proper
size for the tires on your vehicle and are
installed according to the chain manufac-
turer’s suggestions. Use a tire chain that is
designed to provide the specified space

䊊

between the installed tire chain

䊊

and

where the tire meets the rim

䊊

as shown

on the chart.

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NOTE:

Tire chains are not permitted for use
with 18 in wheels.

Wheel size

Minimum space re-

quired

16 in

.7 in (17 mm)

17 in

.2 in (4 mm)

A tire chain that provides the specified
amount of space will provide the neces-
sary clearance between the tire and the
closest vehicle suspension or body com-
ponent. The minimum clearances are de-
termined using the factory-equipped tires.
Other types may damage your vehicle. Use
chain tensioners when recommended by
the tire chain manufacturer to ensure a
tight fit. Loose end links of the tire chain
must be secured or removed to prevent
the possibility of whipping action damage
to the fenders or underbody. If possible,
avoid fully loading your vehicle when using
tire chains. In addition, drive at a reduced
speed. Otherwise, your vehicle may be
damaged and/or vehicle handling and
performance may be adversely affected.

Tire chains must be installed only on the
front wheels and not on the rear wheels.

Never install tire chains on a TEMPORARY
USE ONLY spare tire.

Do not use tire chains on dry roads. Driving
with tire chains in such conditions can
cause damage to the various mechanisms
of the vehicle due to some overstress.

CHANGING WHEELS AND TIRES

Tire rotation

NISSAN recommends rotating the
tires every 5,000 miles (8,000 km).

For additional information on tire re-
placing procedures, refer to “Flat tire”
in the “In case of emergency” section
of this manual.

As soon as possible, tighten the
wheel nuts to the specified torque
with a torque wrench.

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Wheel nut tightening torque:

83 ft-lb (113 N·m)

The wheel nuts must be kept tight-
ened to specifications at all times.
It is recommended that wheel nuts
be tightened to specification at
each tire rotation interval.

WARNING

∙ After rotating the tires, check

and adjust the tire pressure.

∙ Retighten the wheel nuts when

the vehicle has been driven for
600 miles (1,000 km) (also in
cases of a flat tire, etc.).

∙ Do not include the spare tire in

the tire rotation.

∙ For additional information re-

garding tires, refer to “Impor-
tant Tire Safety Information”
(US) or “Tire Safety Information”
(Canada) in the Warranty Infor-
mation Booklet.

Tire wear and damage

1. Wear indicator

2. Location mark

WARNING

∙ Tires should be periodically in-

spected

for

wear,

cracking,

bulging or objects caught in the
tread. If excessive wear, cracks,
bulging or deep cuts are found,
the tire(s) should be replaced.

∙ The original tires have built-in

tread wear indicators. When the
wear indicators 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
obvious. Replace the tires as
necessary to prevent tire failure
and possible personal injury.

∙ Improper service of the spare

tire may result in serious per-
sonal injury. If it is necessary to
repair the spare tire, it is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.

∙ For additional information re-

garding tires, refer to “Impor-
tant Tire Safety Information”
(US) or “Tire Safety Information”
(Canada) in the Warranty Infor-
mation Booklet.

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Replacing wheels and tires

When replacing a tire, use the same size,
tread design, speed rating and load carry-
ing capacity as originally equipped. For ad-
ditional information, refer to “Wheels and
tires” in the “Technical and consumer infor-
mation” section of this manual.

WARNING

∙ The use of tires other than those rec-

ommended or the mixed use of tires
of

different

brands,

construction

(bias, bias-belted or radial), or tread
patterns can adversely affect the ride,
braking, handling, Vehicle Dynamic
Control (VDC) system, ground clear-
ance,

body-to-tire

clearance,

tire

chain clearance, speedometer cali-
bration, headlight aim and bumper
height. Some of these effects may
lead to accidents and could result in
serious personal injury.

∙ If

your

vehicle

was

originally

equipped with four tires that were the
same size and you are only replacing
two of the four tires, install the new
tires on the rear axle. Placing new tires
on the front axle may cause loss of
vehicle control in some driving condi-
tions and cause an accident and per-
sonal injury

∙ If the wheels are changed for any rea-

son,

always

replace

with

wheels

which have the same off-set dimen-
sion. Wheels of a different off-set
could cause premature tire wear, de-
grade vehicle handling characteris-
tics, affect the VDC system and/or in-
terference with the brake discs. Such
interference can lead to decreased
braking efficiency and/or early brake
pad wear. For additional information
on wheel off-set dimensions, refer to
“Wheels and tires” in the “Technical
and consumer information” section of
this manual.

∙ When replacing a wheel without the

TPMS, such as the spare tire, the TPMS
will not function and the low tire pres-
sure warning light will flash for ap-
proximately one minute. The light will
remain on after one minute. Have
your tires replaced and/or TPMS sys-
tem reset as soon as possible. It is rec-
ommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.

∙ Replacing tires with those not origi-

nally specified by NISSAN could affect
the proper operation of the TPMS.

∙ The TPMS sensor may be damaged if

it is not handled correctly. Be careful
when handling the TPMS sensor.

∙ When replacing the TPMS sensor, the

ID registration may be required. It is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for ID registration.

∙ Do not use a valve stem cap that is not

specified by NISSAN. The valve stem
cap may become stuck.

∙ Be sure that the valve stem caps are

correctly fitted. Otherwise the valve
may be clogged up with dirt and
cause

malfunction

loss

pressure.

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∙ Do not install a damaged or deformed

wheel or tire even if it has been re-
paired. Such wheels or tires could
have structural damage and could fail
without warning.

∙ The

use

retread

tires

not

recommended.

∙ For additional information regarding

tires, refer to “Important Tire Safety
Information” (US) or “Tire Safety Infor-
mation” (Canada) in the Warranty In-
formation Booklet.

Wheel balance

Unbalanced wheels may affect vehicle
handling and tire life. Even with regular use,
wheels can get out of balance. Therefore,
they should be balanced as required.

Wheel balance service should be per-
formed with the wheels off the vehicle.
Spin balancing the wheels on the vehicle
could lead to mechanical damage.

∙ For additional information regarding

tires, refer to “Important Tire Safety
Information” (US) or “Tire Safety In-
formation” (Canada) in the Warranty
Information Booklet.

Care of wheels

∙ Wash the wheels when washing the ve-

hicle to maintain their appearance.

∙ Clean the inner side of the wheels when

the wheel is changed or the underside
of the vehicle is washed.

∙ Do not use abrasive cleaners when

washing the wheels.

∙ Inspect wheel rims regularly for dents

or corrosion. Such damage may cause
loss of pressure or poor seal at the tire
bead.

∙ NISSAN recommends waxing the road

wheels to protect against road salt in
areas where it is used during winter.

Spare tire (TEMPORARY USE ONLY
spare tire)

When replacing a wheel without the TPMS
such as the spare tire, the TPMS will not
function.

Observe the following precautions if the
TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare tire must be
used. Otherwise, your vehicle could be
damaged or involved in an accident:

WARNING

∙ The spare tire should be used for

emergency use only. It should be re-
placed with the standard tire at the
first opportunity to avoid possible tire
or differential damage.

∙ Drive carefully while the TEMPORARY

USE ONLY spare tire is installed. Avoid
sharp turns and abrupt braking while
driving.

∙ Periodically check spare tire inflation

pressure. Always keep the pressure of
the TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare tire
at 420 kPa, 4.2 bar (60 psi).

∙ With the TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare

tire installed do not drive the vehicle
at

speeds

faster

than

mph

(80 km/h).

∙ When driving on roads covered with

snow or ice, the TEMPORARY USE
ONLY spare tire should be used on the
rear wheels and the original tire used
on the front wheels (drive wheels).

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