Nissan Maxima Owners Manual: Vehicle identification

When traveling or registering in another country

When planning to drive your NISSAN vehicle in another country, you should first find out if the fuel available is suitable for your vehicle's engine. Using fuel with an octane rating that is too ...

Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate

The vehicle identification number (VIN) plate is attached as shown. This number is the identification for your vehicle and is used in the vehicle registration. Vehicle identification number (c ...

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General maintenance
During the normal day-to-day operation of the vehicle, general maintenance should be performed regularly as prescribed in this section. If you detect any unusual sounds, vibrations or smells, be sure to check for the cause or have a NISSAN dealer do it promptly. In addition, it is recommended ...

Push-button ignition switch positions
LOCK (Normal parking position) The ignition switch can only be locked in this position. The ignition switch will be unlocked when it is pushed to the ACC position while carrying the Intelligent Key. The ignition switch will lock when any door is opened or closed with the ignition switched ...

BSW driving situations
Illustration 1 - Approaching from behind Indicator on Indicator off Indicator flashing Another vehicle approaching from behind Illustration 1: The side BSW/RCTA indicator light illuminates if a vehicle enters the detection zone from behind in an adjacent lane. Illustration 2 - ...