Nissan Maxima Owners Manual: RCTA system operation
1. Side BSW/RCTA Indicator Light
2. BSW/RCTA Indicator
The RCTA system can help alert the driver of an approaching vehicle when the driver is backing out of a parking space.
When the shift position is in R (Reverse) and the vehicle speed is less than approximately 5 mph (8 km/h), the RCTA system is operational.
If the radar detects an approaching vehicle from either side, the system chimes (once) and the side BSW/RCTA indicator light flashes on the side the vehicle is approaching from.
The RCTA system uses radar sensors 1 installed on both sides near the rear bumper to detect an approaching vehicle.
The radar sensors 1 can detect an approaching vehicle from up to approximately 66 ft. (20 m) away.
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) (if so equipped)
WARNING
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions
for proper use of the RCTA system
could result in serious injury or death.
The RCTA system is not a replacement
for proper driving proc ...
How to enable/disable the RCTA system
Perform the following steps to enable or disable
the RCTA system.
1. Press the button until
"Settings" displays
in the vehicle information display and
then press OK. Use the button t ...
Other materials:
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 low ...
Power supply and ground circuit
BCM
BCM : Diagnosis Procedure
Regarding Wiring Diagram information, refer to BCS-67,
"Wiring Diagram".
1. CHECK FUSE AND FUSIBLE LINK
Check if the following BCM fuses or fusible link are
blown.
2. CHECK POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT
Turn ignition switch OFF.
Disconnect B ...
System maintenance
The sensor A is located behind the lower grille
of the front bumper.
To keep the system operating properly, be sure to
observe the following:
Always keep the sensor area of the front
bumper clean.
Do not strike or damage the areas around
the sensor.
Do not cover or attach sticke ...
Nissan Maxima Owners Manual
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- Pre-driving checks and adjustments
- Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems
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- In case of emergency
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Nissan Maxima Service and Repair Manual
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