Nissan Maxima Owners Manual: Before starting the engine

Nissan Maxima Owners Manual / Starting and driving / Before starting the engine

  • Make sure the area around the vehicle is clear.
  • Check fluid levels such as engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, and window washer fluid as frequently as possible, or at least whenever you refuel.
  • Check that all windows and lights are clean.
  • Visually inspect tires for their appearance and condition. Also check tires for proper inflation.
  • Lock all doors.
  • Position seat and adjust head restraints/headrests.
  • Adjust inside and outside mirrors.
  • Fasten seat belts and ask all passengers to do likewise.
  • Check the operation of warning lights when the ignition switch is pushed to the ON position. For additional information, refer to "Warning lights, indicator lights and audible reminders" in the "Instruments and controls" section of this manual.
    NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System
    The NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System will not allow the engine to start without the use of the registered key. If the engine fails to start using a registered key (for example, when interferenc ...

    Starting the engine
    1. Apply the parking brake. 2. Move the shift lever to P (Park) or N (Neutral). P (Park) is recommended. The starter is designed not to operate if the shift lever is in any of the driving pos ...

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    Replacing
    Replace the wiper blades if they are worn. To replace the windshield wiper blades, follow the procedure below: 1. Lift the wiper arm away from the windshield. 2. Push the release tab B . 3. Move the wiper blade A down and remove. 4. Insert the new wiper blade onto the wiper arm unti ...

    BSW system limitations
    WARNING Listed below are the system limitations for the BSW system. Failure to operate the vehicle in accordance with these system limitations could result in serious injury or death. The BSW system cannot detect all vehicles under all conditions. The radar sensors may not be able to detect ...

    Headlamp aiming adjustment
    Description PREPARATION BEFORE ADJUSTING CAUTION: Do not use organic solvent (thinner, gasoline etc.) NOTE: For details, refer to the regulations in your own country. Perform aiming adjustment if the vehicle front body has been repaired and/or the front combination lamp assembly has be ...

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