Nissan Maxima (2018 year). Instruction

SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

CAUTION

∙ Do not use alcohol, benzine or thinner

to clean the camera. This will cause
discoloration.

∙ Do not damage the camera as the

monitor screen may be adversely
affected.

If dirt, rain or snow accumulates on any of
the cameras

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, the MOD system may not

operate properly. Clean the camera by wip-
ing with a cloth dampened with a diluted
mild cleaning agent and then wiping with a
dry cloth.

Adjust air flow direction by moving the vent
slides.

Open or close the vents by using the dial.
Move the dial toward the

to open the

vents or toward the

to close them.

LHA3587

Side

LHA3577

VENTS

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Front defroster button

Temperature control dial (driver’s
side)/AUTO button

Display screen

Temperature control dial (passen-
ger’s side)/DUAL button

Fresh air intake button

Air recirculation button

A/C air conditioner button

MODE (manual air flow control)
button

Fan speed control buttons

10.

ON-OFF button

11.

Rear window and outside mir-

ror (if so equipped) defroster
switch

WARNING

∙ The air conditioner cooling function

operates only when the engine is
running.

∙ Do not leave children or adults who

would normally require the assis-
tance of others alone in your vehicle.
Pets should also not be left alone.
They could accidentally injure them-
selves or others through inadvertent
operation of the vehicle. Also, on hot,
sunny days, temperatures in a closed
vehicle could quickly become high
enough to cause severe or possibly
fatal injuries to people or animals.

∙ Do not use the recirculation mode for

long periods as it may cause the inte-
rior air to become stale and the win-
dows to fog up.

LHA3575

HEATER AND AIR CONDITIONER
(automatic)

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NOTE:

∙ Odors from inside and outside the ve-

hicle can build up in the air conditioner
unit. Odor can enter the passenger
compartment through the vents.

∙ When parking, set the heater and air

conditioner controls to turn off air recir-
culation to allow fresh air into the pas-
senger compartment. This should help
reduce odors inside the vehicle.

AUTOMATIC OPERATION

Cooling and/or dehumidified
heating (AUTO)

This mode may be used all year round as
the system automatically works to keep a
constant temperature. Air flow distribution
and fan speed are also controlled auto-
matically.

1. Press the AUTO button on.

2. Turn the temperature control dial to

the left or right to set the desired tem-
perature.

∙ The temperature of the passenger

compartment will be maintained auto-
matically. Air flow distribution and fan
speed are also controlled automatically.

∙ A visible mist may be seen coming from

the vents in hot, humid conditions as
the air is cooled rapidly. This does not
indicate a malfunction.

3. You can individually set driver’s and front

passenger’s side temperature using
each temperature control dial. When the
DUAL button is pressed or passenger’s
side temperature dial is turned, the DUAL
indicator will come on. To turn off the
passenger’s side temperature control,
press the DUAL button.

Heating (A/C OFF)

The air conditioner does not activate. When
you need to heat only, use this mode.

1. Press the AUTO button.

2. Turn the temperature control dial to set

the desired temperature.

∙ The temperature of the passenger

compartment will be maintained auto-
matically. Air flow distribution and fan
speed are also controlled automatically.

∙ Do not set the temperature lower than

the outside air temperature. Otherwise,
the system may not work properly.

∙ Not recommended if windows fog up.

Dehumidified defrosting or
defogging

1. Press the

front defroster button

on.

2. Turn the temperature control dial to set

the maximum temperature to aid in
defrosting or defogging.

∙ To quickly remove ice from the outside

of the windows, use the

fan speed

control buttons to set the fan speed to
maximum.

∙ As soon as possible after the wind-

shield is clean, press the AUTO button to
return to the automatic mode.

∙ When the

front defroster button

is pressed, the air conditioner will auto-
matically be turned on at outside tem-
peratures above 36°F (2°C). The air recir-
culate mode automatically turns off,
allowing outside air to be drawn into the
passenger compartment to further im-
prove

the

defogging

performance.

When the air recirculate mode auto-
matically turns off, the air fresh mode
will automatically turn on.

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Remote Engine Start with
Intelligent Climate Control
(if so equipped)

Vehicles equipped with automatic climate
controls and Remote Engine Start function
may go into automatic heating or cooling
mode when Remote Engine Start is acti-
vated depending on outside and cabin
temperatures. During this period, the cli-
mate control display and buttons will be
inoperable until the ignition switch is
turned on. In Remote Engine Start defrost-
ing mode, the rear window defroster and
heated steering wheel (if so equipped) may
be activated automatically.

MANUAL OPERATION

Fan speed control

Press the

fan speed control buttons

to manually control the fan speed.
Press the AUTO button to return to auto-
matic control of the fan speed.

Temperature control dial

The temperature control dial allows you to
adjust the temperature of the outlet air. To
lower the temperature, turn the dial to the
left. To increase the temperature, turn the

dial to the right. Temperature can be ad-
justed on the driver’s and passenger’s side.

Air recirculation

Press the

air recirculation button to

recirculate interior air inside the vehicle.
The

indicator light on the button will

come on.
The air recirculation cannot be activated
when the air conditioner is in the
front defrosting mode.
When the outside temperature exceeds
70°F (21°C), the air conditioning system may
default to air recirculation mode automati-
cally to reduce overall power consumption.
To exit air recirculation mode, select the
fresh air intake button (the air recirculation
indicator will turn off, the fresh air indicator
will turn on) to enter fresh air mode.

Fresh air intake

Press the

fresh air intake button to

draw outside air into the passenger com-
partment.

Air conditioner button

Start the engine, turn the

fan speed

control dial to the desired position and
press the

button to turn on the air

conditioner. To turn off the air conditioner,
press the

button again.

The air conditioner cooling function op-
erates only when the engine is running.

Air flow control

Pressing the MODE button manually con-
trols air flow and selects the air outlet:

— Air flows mainly from center

and side vents.

— Air flows mainly from center

and side vents and foot outlets.

— Air flows mainly from foot out-

lets and partly from defroster.

— Air flows mainly from defroster

and foot outlets.

To turn system off

Press the ON-OFF button.

Rear window and outside mirror
(if so equipped) defroster switch

For additional information, refer to “Rear
window and outside mirror (if so equipped)
defroster switch” in the “Instruments and
controls” section of this manual.

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OPERATING TIPS

The sunload sensor, located on the top
driver’s side of the instrument panel, helps
the system maintain a constant tempera-
ture. Do not put anything on or around this
sensor.

∙ When the climate system is in auto-

matic operation and the engine coolant
temperature and outside air tempera-
ture are low, the air flow outlet may de-
fault to defroster mode for a maximum
of 2 minutes 30 seconds. This is not a
malfunction. After the engine coolant
temperature warms up, the air flow out-
let will return to foot mode and opera-
tion will continue normally.

∙ When the outside and interior cabin

temperatures are moderate to high, the
intake setting may default to turn off air
recirculation to allow fresh air into the
passenger compartment. You may no-
tice air flow from the foot mode, bi-level
mode or side demist vent outlets for a
maximum of 15 seconds. This may oc-
cur when previous climate setting was
system off. This is not a malfunction.
After the initial warm air is expelled, the
intake will return to automatic control,
air flow outlet will return to previous set-
tings, and operation will continue nor-
mally. To exit, press any climate control
button.

∙ Keep the moonroof (if so equipped)

closed while the air conditioner is in op-
eration.

∙ If you feel that the air flow mode you

have selected and the outlets the air is
coming out do not match, select
the

mode.

∙ When you change the air flow mode,

you may feel air flow from the feet vents
for just a moment. This is not a mal-
function.

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The air conditioner system in your NISSAN
vehicle is charged with a refrigerant de-
signed with the environment in mind.
This refrigerant does not harm the
earth’s ozone layer.

Special charging equipment and lubricant
is required when servicing your NISSAN air
conditioner. Using improper refrigerants or
lubricants will cause severe damage to
your air conditioner system. For additional
information, refer to “Air conditioner sys-
tem refrigerant and oil recommendations”
in the “Technical and consumer informa-
tion” section of this manual.

It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer to service your “environmentally
friendly” air conditioner system.

WARNING

The air conditioner system contains re-
frigerant under high pressure. To avoid
personal injury, any air conditioner ser-
vice should be done only by an experi-
enced

technician

with

proper

equipment.

There are USB/iPod® charging ports lo-
cated in the 2nd row on the back of the
center console. These ports will charge
compatible devices.

NOTE:

Only the USB connection port located in
the console box will operate USB/iPod®
devices.

The antenna pattern is printed inside the
rear window.

CAUTION

∙ Do not place metalized film near the

rear window glass or attach any metal
parts to it. This may cause poor recep-
tion or noise

∙ When cleaning the inside of the rear

window, be careful not to scratch or
damage the rear window antenna.
Lightly wipe along the antenna with a
dampened soft cloth.

2nd row

LHA4518

SERVICING AIR CONDITIONER

USB/iPod® CHARGING PORTS
(if so equipped)

ANTENNA

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When installing a CB, ham radio or car
phone in your vehicle, be sure to observe
the following precautions; otherwise, the
new equipment may adversely affect the
engine control system and other electronic
parts.

WARNING

∙ A cellular phone should not be used

for any purpose while driving so full
attention may be given to vehicle op-
eration. Some jurisdictions prohibit
the use of cellular phones while
driving.

∙ If you must make a call while your ve-

hicle is in motion, the hands free cellu-
lar phone operational mode (if so
equipped) is highly recommended.
Exercise extreme caution at all times
so full attention may be given to ve-
hicle operation.

∙ If you are unable to devote full atten-

tion to vehicle operation while talking
on the phone, pull off the road to a
safe location and stop your vehicle.

CAUTION

∙ Keep the antenna as far away as pos-

sible

from

the

electronic

control

modules.

∙ Keep the antenna wire more than 8 in

(20 cm) away from the electronic con-
trol system harnesses. Do not route
the antenna wire next to any harness.

∙ Adjust the antenna standing-wave

ratio

recommended

the

manufacturer.

∙ Connect the ground wire from the CB

radio chassis to the body.

∙ For additional information, it is rec-

ommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer.

CAR PHONE OR CB RADIO

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WARNING

∙ Do not leave children or adults who

∙ Closely supervise children when they

are around cars to prevent them from
playing and becoming locked in the
trunk where they could be seriously
injured. Keep the car locked, with the
rear seatback and trunk lid securely
latched when not in use, and prevent
children’s access to car keys.

EXHAUST GAS (carbon monoxide)

WARNING

∙ Do not breathe exhaust gases; they

contain colorless and odorless carbon
monoxide. Carbon monoxide is dan-
gerous. It can cause unconsciousness
or death.

∙ If you suspect that exhaust fumes are

entering the vehicle, drive with all
windows fully open, and have the ve-
hicle inspected immediately.

∙ Do not run the engine in closed spaces

such as a garage.

∙ Do not park the vehicle with the en-

gine running for any extended length
of time.

∙ Keep the rear vent windows, liftgates,

doors and trunk lids (if so equipped)
closed while driving, otherwise ex-
haust gases could be drawn into the
passenger compartment. If you must
drive with one of these open, follow
these precautions:

1. Open all the windows.

2. Set the

air recirculation but-

ton to off and the fan control dial to
high to circulate the air.

∙ If electrical wiring or other cable con-

nections

must

pass

trailer

through the seal on the trunk lid or the
body, follow the manufacturer’s rec-
ommendation

prevent

carbon

monoxide entry into the vehicle.

∙ The exhaust system and body should

be inspected by a qualified mechanic
whenever:

a. The vehicle is raised for service.

b. You suspect that exhaust fumes

are entering into the passenger
compartment.

c. You notice a change in the sound of

the exhaust system.

d. You have had an accident involving

damage to the exhaust system,
underbody, or rear of the vehicle.

THREE-WAY CATALYST

The three-way catalyst is an emission con-
trol device installed in the exhaust system.
Exhaust gases in the three-way catalyst
are burned at high temperatures to help
reduce pollutants.

WARNING

∙ The exhaust gas and the exhaust sys-

tem are very hot. Keep people, ani-
mals or flammable materials away
from

the

exhaust

system

components.

PRECAUTIONS WHEN STARTING AND
DRIVING

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Starting and driving

∙ 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.

CAUTION

∙ Do not use leaded gasoline. Deposits

from leaded gasoline will seriously re-
duce the three-way catalyst’s ability
to help reduce exhaust pollutants.

∙ Keep your engine tuned up. Malfunc-

tions in the ignition, fuel injection, or
electrical systems can cause overrich
fuel flow into the three-way catalyst,
causing it to overheat. Do not keep
driving if the engine misfires, or if no-
ticeable loss of performance or other
unusual operating conditions are de-
tected. Have the vehicle inspected
promptly. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

∙ Avoid driving with an extremely low

fuel level. Running out of fuel could
cause the engine to misfire, damag-
ing the three-way catalyst.

∙ Do not race the engine while warming

it up.

∙ Do not push or tow your vehicle to

start the engine.

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING
SYSTEM (TPMS)

Each tire, including the spare (if provided),
should be checked monthly when cold and
inflated to the inflation pressure recom-
mended by the vehicle manufacturer on
the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure
label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different
size than the size indicated on the vehicle
placard or tire inflation pressure label, you
should determine the proper tire inflation
pressure for those tires.)

As an added safety feature, your vehicle
has been equipped with a Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS) that illuminates
a low tire pressure telltale when one or
more of your tires is significantly under-
inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire
pressure telltale illuminates, you should
stop and check your tires as soon as pos-
sible, and inflate them to the proper pres-
sure. Driving on a significantly under-
inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and
can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also
reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life,
and may affect the vehicle’s handling and
stopping ability.

Please note that the TPMS is not a substi-
tute for proper tire maintenance, and it is
the driver’s responsibility to maintain cor-
rect tire pressure, even if under-inflation
has not reached the level to trigger illumi-
nation of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.

Your vehicle has also been equipped with a
TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate
when the system is not operating properly.
The TPMS malfunction indicator is com-
bined with the low tire pressure telltale.
When the system detects a malfunction,
the telltale will flash for approximately one
minute and then remain continuously illu-
minated. This sequence will continue upon
subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as
the malfunction exists. When the malfunc-
tion indicator is illuminated, the system
may not be able to detect or signal low tire
pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions
may occur for a variety of reasons, includ-
ing the installation of replacement or alter-
nate tires or wheels on the vehicle that
prevent the TPMS from functioning prop-
erly. Always check the TPMS malfunction
telltale after replacing one or more tires or
wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the
replacement or alternate tires and wheels
allow the TPMS to continue to function
properly.

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Additional information:

∙ When replacing a wheel without the

TPMS such as the spare tire, the TPMS
does not monitor the tire pressure of
the spare tire.

∙ The TPMS will activate only when the

vehicle is driven at speeds above
16 mph (25 km/h). Also, this system may
not detect a sudden drop in tire pres-
sure (for example, a flat tire while driv-
ing).

∙ The low tire pressure warning light does

not automatically turn off when the tire
pressure is adjusted. After all four tires
are inflated to the recommended pres-
sure, the vehicle must be driven at
speeds above 16 mph (25 km/h) to acti-
vate the TPMS and turn off the low tire
pressure warning light. Use a tire pres-
sure gauge to check the tire pressure.

∙ The “Tire Pressure Low - Add Air” warn-

ing appears in the vehicle information
display when the low tire pressure
warning light is illuminated and low tire
pressure is detected. The “ Tire Pressure
Low - Add Air” warning turns off when
the low tire pressure warning light turns
off.

∙ The “Tire Pressure Low - Add Air” warn-

ing does not appear if the low tire pres-
sure warning light illuminates to indi-
cate a TPMS malfunction.

∙ The “Tire Pressure Low - Add Air” warn-

ing appears each time the ignition
switch is placed in the ON position as
long as the low tire pressure warning
light remains illuminated.

∙ Tire pressure rises and falls depending

on the heat caused by the vehicle’s op-
eration and the outside temperature.
Do not reduce the tire pressure after
driving because the tire pressure rises
after driving. Low outside temperature
can lower the temperature of the air
inside the tire which can cause a lower
tire inflation pressure. This may cause
the low tire pressure warning light to
illuminate. If the warning light illumi-
nates, check the tire pressure for all four
tires.

∙ The Tire and Loading Information label

is located in the driver’s door opening.

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

WARNING

∙ Radio waves could adversely affect

electric medical equipment. Those
who use a pacemaker should contact
the

electric

medical

equipment

manufacturer for the possible influ-
ences before use.

∙ If the low tire pressure warning light

illuminates while driving, avoid sud-
den steering maneuvers or abrupt
braking, reduce vehicle speed, pull off
the road to a safe location and stop
the vehicle as soon as possible. Driv-
ing with under-inflated tires may per-
manently damage the tires and in-
crease the likelihood of tire failure.
Serious vehicle damage could occur
and may lead to an accident and could
result in serious personal injury or
death. Check the tire pressure for all
four tires. Adjust the tire pressure to
the recommended COLD tire pressure
shown on the Tire and Loading Infor-
mation label to turn the low tire pres-
sure warning light off. If you have a flat
tire, replace it with a spare tire as soon
as possible. For additional informa-
tion, refer to “Flat tire” in the “In case of
emergency” section of this manual.

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∙ When replacing a wheel without the

TPMS such as the spare tire, when a
spare tire is mounted or a wheel is
replaced, tire pressure will not be indi-
cated, 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.
Have your tires replaced and/or TPMS
system reset as soon as possible. It is
recommended 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.

∙ Do not inject any tire liquid or aerosol

tire sealant into the tires, as this may
cause a malfunction of the tire pres-
sure sensors.

CAUTION

Do not place metalized film or any
metal parts (antenna, etc.) on the win-
dows. This may cause poor reception of
the signals from the tire pressure sen-
sors, and the TPMS will not function
properly.

Some devices and transmitters may tem-
porarily interfere with the operation of the
TPMS and cause the low tire pressure
warning light to illuminate.

Some examples are:

∙ Facilities or electric devices using simi-

lar radio frequencies are near the ve-
hicle.

∙ If a transmitter set to similar frequen-

cies is being used in or near the vehicle.

∙ If a computer (or similar equipment) or

a DC/AC converter is being used in or
near the vehicle.

The low tire pressure warning light may
illuminate in the following cases:

∙ If the vehicle is equipped with a wheel

and tire without TPMS

∙ If the TPMS has been replaced and the

ID has not been registered

∙ If the wheel is not originally specified by

NISSAN

FCC Notice:

For USA:

This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-
lowing two conditions: (1) This device
may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interfer-
ence received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.

NOTE:

Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s author-
ity to operate the equipment.

For Canada:

This

device

complies

with

Industry

Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
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,
including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.

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TPMS with Easy-Fill Tire Alert

When adding air to an under-inflated tire,
the TPMS with Easy-Fill Tire Alert provides
visual and audible signals outside the ve-
hicle to help you inflate the tires to the rec-
ommended COLD tire pressure.

Vehicle set-up

1. Park the vehicle in a safe and level place.

2. Apply the parking brake and place the

shift lever in the P (Park) position.

3. Place the ignition switch in the ON po-

sition. Do not start the engine.

Operation

1. Add air to the tire.

2. After a few seconds, the hazard indica-

tors will start flashing.

3. When

the

designated

pressure

reached, the horn beeps once and the
hazard indicators stop flashing.

4. Perform the above steps for each tire.

∙ If the tire is over-inflated more than

approximately 4 psi (30 kPa), the horn
beeps and the hazard indicators
flash three times. To correct the pres-
sure, push the core of the valve stem

on the tire briefly to release pressure.
When the pressure reaches the des-
ignated pressure, the horn beeps
once.

∙ If the hazard indicator does not flash

within approximately 15 seconds af-
ter starting to inflate the tire, it indi-
cates that the Easy-Fill Tire Alert is
not operating.

∙ The TPMS will not activate the Easy-

Fill Tire Alert under the following con-
ditions:

– If there is interference from an exter-

nal device or transmitter.

– The air pressure from the inflation

device is not sufficient to inflate the
tire.

– There is a malfunction in the TPMS

system.

– There is a malfunction in the horn or

hazard indicators.

– The identification code of the tire

pressure sensor is not registered to
the system.

– The battery of the tire pressure sen-

sor is low.

∙ If the Easy-Fill Tire Alert does not op-

erate due to TPMS interference, move
the vehicle about 3 ft (1 m) backward
or forward and try again.

If the Easy-Fill Tire Alert is not working, use a
tire pressure gauge.

AVOIDING COLLISION AND
ROLLOVER

WARNING

Failure to operate this vehicle in a safe
and prudent manner may result in loss
of control or an accident.

Be alert and drive defensively at all times.
Obey all traffic regulations. Avoid excessive
speed, high speed cornering, or sudden
steering maneuvers, because these driving
practices could cause you to lose control of
your vehicle.

As with any vehicle, loss of control could
result in a collision with other vehicles or
objects or cause the vehicle to roll over,
particularly if the loss of control causes
the vehicle to slide sideways.

Be attentive at all times, and avoid driving
when tired. Never drive when under the in-
fluence of alcohol or drugs (including pre-

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