Nissan Maxima Owners Manual: Driving on snow or ice
WARNING
- Wet ice (32F, 0C and freezing rain), very cold snow or ice can be slick and very hard to drive on. The vehicle will have much less traction or "grip" under these conditions. Try to avoid driving on wet ice until the road is salted or sanded.
- Whatever the condition, drive with caution.
Accelerate and slow down with care. If accelerating or downshifting too fast, the drive wheels will lose even more traction.
- Allow more stopping distance under these conditions. Braking should be started sooner than on dry pavement.
- Allow greater following distances on slippery roads.
- Watch for slippery spots (glare ice).
These may appear on an otherwise clear road in shaded areas. If a patch of ice is seen ahead, brake before reaching it. Try not to brake while on the ice, and avoid any sudden steering maneuvers.
- Do not use the cruise control on slippery roads.
- Snow can trap dangerous exhaust gases under your vehicle. Keep snow clear of the exhaust pipe and from around your vehicle.
Special winter equipment
It is recommended that the following items be
carried in the vehicle during winter:
A scraper and stiff-bristled brush to remove
ice and snow from the windows and wiper
blades.
A sturdy, fl ...
Engine block heater (if so equipped)
Engine block heaters are used to assist with cold
temperature starting.
The engine block heater should be used when
the outside temperature is 20F (-7C) or lower.
WARNING
Do not use your eng ...
Other materials:
Fuel efficient driving tips
Follow these easy-to-use Fuel Efficient Driving
Tips to help you achieve the most fuel economy
from your vehicle.
1. Use Smooth Accelerator and Brake
Pedal Application
Avoid rapid starts and stops.
Use smooth, gentle accelerator and
brake application whenever possible.
Maintain constan ...
Key reminder function symptoms
Symptom Table
KEY REMINDER FUNCTION MALFUNCTION
NOTE:
Before performing the diagnosis in the following table, check
"Work flow". Refer to DLK-9, "Work Flow".
If the following symptoms are detected, check systems shown in
the "Diagnosis/service procedure" column
in this or ...
Cooling system
Cooling Circuit
Cylinder block (RH)
Oil cooler
Cylinder head (RH)
Water pump
Radiator
Water inlet
Thermostat
Cylinder head (LH)
Cylinder block (LH)
To heater
To electric throttle control actuator
From heater
From electric throttle control act ...
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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