Nissan Maxima Owners Manual: 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 ...
Other materials:
Canceling a remote start
To cancel a remote start, perform one of the
following:
Aim the Intelligent Key at the vehicle and
press until the parking lights
turn off.
Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
Cycle the ignition switch ON and then OFF.
The extended engine run time has expired.
The first 10 minute ...
Excessive ABS function operation frequency
Diagnosis Procedure
1.CHECK START
Check front and rear brake force distribution using a brake tester.
2.CHECK FRONT AND REAR AXLE
Make sure that there is no excessive play in the front and rear axles.
3.CHECK WHEEL SENSOR AND SENSOR ROTOR
Check the following:
Wheel sensor installation for ...
Increasing fuel economy
Keep your engine tuned up.
Follow the recommended scheduled maintenance.
Keep the tires inflated to the correct pressure.
Low tire pressure increases tire wear
and lowers fuel economy.
Keep the wheels in correct alignment. Improper
alignment increases tire wear and
lowers fuel eco ...
Nissan Maxima Owners Manual
- Illustrated table of contents
- Safety-Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system
- Instruments and controls
- Pre-driving checks and adjustments
- Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems
- Starting and driving
- In case of emergency
- Appearance and care
- Do-it-yourself
- Maintenance and schedules
- Technical and consumer information
Nissan Maxima Service and Repair Manual
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