Nissan Maxima (2018 year). Instruction

3. Replace the battery with a new one.

Recommended battery: CR2032 or
equivalent.

∙ Do not touch the internal circuit and

electric terminals as doing so could
cause a malfunction.

∙ Hold the battery by the edges. Hold-

ing the battery across the contact
points will seriously deplete the stor-
age capacity.

∙ Make sure that the + side faces the

bottom of the lower part.

4. Close the lid securely as illustrated with

䊊

and

䊊

5. Operate the buttons to check the op-

eration.

It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer if you need assistance for replace-
ment.

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
interference, and (2) this device must ac-
cept any interference, including interfer-
ence that may cause undesired opera-
tion of the device.

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HEADLIGHTS

For additional information on headlight
bulb replacement, refer to the instructions
outlined in this section.

Replacing the halogen headlight
bulb (if so equipped)

The headlight is a semi-sealed beam type
which uses a replaceable headlight (halo-
gen) bulb. They can be replaced from inside
the engine compartment without remov-
ing the headlight assembly.

If headlight bulb replacement is required, it
is recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.

CAUTION

∙ Aiming is not necessary after replac-

ing the bulb. When aiming adjustment
is necessary, it is recommended that
you visit a NISSAN dealer for this
service.

∙ Do not leave the headlight assembly

open without a bulb installed for a
long period of time. Dust, moisture,
smoke, etc. entering the headlight
body may affect bulb performance.
Remove the bulb from the headlight
assembly just before a replacement
bulb is installed.

∙ Only touch the base when handling

the bulb. Never touch the glass enve-
lope. Touching the glass could signifi-
cantly affect bulb life and/or head-
light performance.

∙ High pressure halogen gas is sealed

inside the halogen bulb. The bulb may
break

the

glass

envelope

scratched or the bulb is dropped.

∙ Use the same number and wattage as

shown in the chart.

Fog may temporarily form inside the lens
of the exterior lights in the rain or in a car
wash. A temperature difference between
the inside and the outside of the lens
causes the fog. This is not a malfunction. If
large drops of water collect inside the lens,
it is recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.

Replacing the LED headlight bulb
(if so equipped)

If LED headlight bulb replacement is re-
quired, it is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN dealer for this service.

FRONT PARK/TURN SIGNAL/SIDE
MARKER LIGHT

If park, turn signal or side marker light bulb
replacement is required. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
this service.

FOG LIGHTS

For additional information on fog light bulb
replacement, refer to the instructions out-
lined in this section.

Replacing the fog light bulb

If fog light bulb replacement is required, it is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.

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CAUTION

∙ High pressure halogen gas is sealed

inside the halogen bulb. The bulb may
break

the

glass

envelope

scratched or the bulb is dropped.

∙ When handling the bulb, do not touch

the glass envelope.

∙ Use the same number and wattage as

originally installed as shown in the
chart.

∙ Do not leave the bulb out of the fog

light for a long period of time as dust,
moisture and smoke may enter the
fog light body and affect the perfor-
mance of the fog light.

EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR LIGHTS

Item

Wattage (W)

Bulb No.

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

High

Low

H11

Daytime running/Park

—

Turn signal

28/8

7444NA

Side marker

W5W

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

High

Low

—

Daytime running/Park

—

Turn

28/8

7444NA

Side marker

W5W

Front fog light*

H16

Door mirror turn signal light (if so equipped)*

—

Map light*

—

Glove box light*

—

Vanity mirror light

—

Footwell light

3.4

158

Step light

3.8

194

Personal light*

—

Trunk light

3.4

158

High-mounted stop light*

Inside (if so equipped)

—

Spoiler (if so equipped)

—

Rear combination light *

Stop

W21W

Turn signal

W21W

Tail

—

Side marker

—

Backup (reversing) assembly*

Backup

W16W

Tail

—

License plate light*

W5W

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 replacement.

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Map light

Personal light

Step light

Door mirror turn signal light
(if so equipped)

Headlight assembly

Fog light

High-mounted stop light

License plate light

Backup (reversing) assembly

10.

Rear combination light

Replacement procedures

All other lights are either type A, B, C or D.
When replacing a bulb, first remove the
lens, lamp and/or cover.

Indicates bulb removal

Indicates bulb installation

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Use a cloth

䊊

to protect the housing.

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 a 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.

equipped, the system also displays
pressure of all tires (except the spare

Step light

LDI0341

Trunk light

LDI2135

WHEELS AND TIRES

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tire) on the display screen by send-
ing a signal from a sensor that is
installed in each wheel.

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” sec-
tion, “Tire Pressure Monitoring Sys-
tem (TPMS)” in the “Starting and driv-
ing” 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.

∙ 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.

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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
(if so equipped). Do not load
your vehicle beyond this capac-
ity. Overloading your vehicle
may result in reduced tire life,
unsafe

operating

conditions

due to premature tire failure, or
unfavorable handling charac-
teristics and could also lead to a
serious accident. Loading be-
yond

the

specified

capacity

may also result in failure of
other vehicle components.

∙ Before taking a long trip, or

whenever you heavily load your
vehicle, use

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.

䊊

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

䊊

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

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.

䊊

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

䊊

Spare tire size.

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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.

Size

Cold Tire Infla-
tion Pressure

Front and Rear
Original Tire:
245/45R18
245/40R19

33 PSI, 230 kPa

Spare Tire:
(Temporary)
T145/80D17

60 PSI, 420 kPa

Full Size Spare
Tire
245/40R19

33 PSI, 230 kPa

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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.

䊊

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.

Example

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Example

WDI0395

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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.

䊊

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.

Example

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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.

䊊

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.

䊊

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.

䊊

Term of “tubeless” or “tube type”

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

䊊

The word “radial”

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

䊊

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.

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∙ 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.

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

Do not use tire chains/cables on this
vehicle. Doing so will cause damage to
the vehicle.

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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.

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.

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∙ 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.

Replacing wheels and tires

When replacing a tire, use the same size,
tread design, speed rating and load carry-

ing capacity as originally equipped. Rec-
ommended types and sizes are shown in
“Wheels and tires” in the “Technical and con-
sumer information” 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,

VDC

system,

ground clearance, body-to-tire clear-
ance, tire chain clearance, speedom-
eter calibration, headlight aim and
bumper height. Some of these effects
may lead to accidents and could re-
sult 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/shoe wear. For additional infor-
mation on wheel-off set dimensions,
refer to “Wheels and tires” in the
“Technical and consumer informa-
tion” 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.

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