1997 NISSAN ALTIMA CD player

If the system is turned off by pushing thePOWERbutton with the cassette tape still in
the player, the tape resumes playing when
the POWER button is pushed once again.
TAPE button
When this button is pushed with the system
turned off and a tape loaded, the system
comes on and the tape plays.
When this button is pushed with either the
radio or compact disc turned on and the
tape loaded, the compact disc or the radio
automatically turns off and the tape plays.
While the tape is playing, pushing the TAPE
button stops tape play. Pushing the button
again resumes tape play.
FF (fast forward) and REW (rewind)
buttons
Push the FF (fast forward) button to fast
forward the tape. Push the REW (rewind)
button to rewind the tape. Either the
orindicator light comes on when
the FF or REW function is started. To stop
the FF or REW function, press the TAPE
button.
Automatic Program Search (APS)
FF and APS REW buttons
When the APS FF button is pushed while
the tape is being played, the next selection
starts to play from the beginning. Push the
APS FF button several times to skip several
selections. The tape advances the number
of selections the button is pushed (up to 9
selections).
When the APS REW button is pushed, the
selection being played starts over from the
beginning. Push several times to fast rewind
several selections. The tape rewinds the
number of selections the button is pushed.
Either the
orindicator light
comes on when the APS FF or APS REW
function is started.
This system searches for the blank intervals
between selections. If there is a blank inter-
val within one selection or there is no inter-
val between selections, the system may not
stop in the desired or expected location.
PROG (program) button
Push the PROG (program) button to change
the tape side while the tape is being played.The cassette tape automatically changes
directions to play the other side when the
first side is complete.
Dolby NR (noise reduction)
button
Push theDOLBY NR button for
Dolby NR encoded tapes to reduce high
frequency tape noise. The indicator light
comes on.
Dolby NR is manufactured under license
from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corpora-
tion. DOLBY NR and the double-D symbol
are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Li-
censing Corporation.
TAPE EJECT button
Push this button to eject an inserted tape.
When the tape ejects while playing, the
system turns off.
Precautions on cassette player op-
eration
cTo maintain good quality sound,
NISSAN recommends using cassette
tapes of 60 minutes or shorter in
length.
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cCassette tapes should be removed
from the player when not in use. Store
cassettes in their protective cases
and away from direct sunlight, heat,
moisture or magnetic sources.
cDirect sunlight can cause the cassette
to become deformed. The use of de-
formed cassettes may cause the cas-
sette to jam in the player.
cDo not use cassettes that have peel-
ing or loose labels. If used, the label
could jam in the player.
cIf a cassette has loose tape, insert a
pencil through one of the cassette
hubs and rewind the tape firmly.
Loose tape may cause jamming and
wavering sound quality.
cOver a period of time, the playback
head, capstan and pinch roller may
gather a tape coating residue as the
tape passes over the head. This resi-
due accumulation can cause a weak
or wavering sound and should be re-
moved periodically with a head clean-
ing tape. If the residue is not removed
periodically, the player may need to
be disassembled for cleaning.COMPACT DISC (CD) PLAYER
OPERATION
Turn the ignition key to the ACC or ON
position and insert the compact disc into the
slot with the label side facing up. The com-
pact disc is automatically pulled into the slot
and starts to play.
If the radio or cassette tape is already
operating, it automatically turns off and the
compact disc begins to play.
CAUTION
Do not force the compact disc into the
slot. This could damage the player.
If the system is turned off while the compact
disc is playing, pushing the POWER button
starts the compact disc.
CD button
When this button is pushed with the system
off and the compact disc loaded, the system
turns on and the compact disc starts to play.
When this button is pushed with the com-
pact disc loaded and the tape or the radio
playing, the tape or radio automatically
turns off and the compact disc starts to play.When this button is pushed while the com-
pact disc is playing, the compact disc stops
playing.
FF (fast forward), REW (rewind)
button
When the FF (fast forward) or REW (rewind)
button is pushed while the compact disc is
playing, the compact disc plays at an in-
creased speed while fast forwarding or re-
winding. When the button is released, the
compact disc returns to normal play speed.
Automatic Program Search (APS)
FF, APS REW button
When the APS FF button is pushed while
the compact disc is playing, the selection
following the present one starts to play from
its beginning. Push several times to skip
several selections. The compact disc ad-
vances the number of times the button is
pushed. (When the last selection on the
compact disc is skipped, the first selection is
played.)
When the APS REW button is pushed, the
selection being played returns to its begin-
ning. Push several times to skip back several
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selections. The compact disc goes back the
number of selections the button is pushed.
PROG (program) button
When this button is pushed while listening
to the compact disc, the play pattern
changes as follows:
ALL: All selections are played repeatedly in
sequence.
1: Only one selection (the one playing when
the PROG button is pushed) is repeated.
RANDOM: Selections are played at ran-
dom, not following the sequence on the
compact disc. The same program may be
repeated twice.
h(no mark): All selections are played in
sequence, and the compact disc stops
when the last selection is finished.
When the compact disc is ejected, the
play pattern automatically changes to
ALL.
CD EJECT button
When the CD EJECT button is pushed with
a compact disc loaded, the compact disc
ejects.When this button is pushed while the com-
pact disc is playing, the compact disc ejects
and the system turns off.
If the compact disc ejects and is not
removed within 10 seconds, it is pulled
back into the slot.
CD (DISC) indicator light
This light comes on when a compact disc is
loaded into the player.
CAUTION
cDuring cold weather or rainy days,
the player may malfunction due to
the humidity. If this occurs, remove
the CD and dehumidify or ventilate
the player completely.
cThe player may skip while driving on
rough roads.
cThe CD player sometimes cannot
function when the compartment tem-
perature is extremely high. Decrease
the temperature before use.
cDo not expose the CD to direct sun-
light.
Power antenna (If so equipped)
The power antenna automatically extends
when the radio is turned on, and retracts
when the radio is turned off. If the radio is
left on, the antenna retracts and extends
with the ignition key OFF-ON operation.
CAUTION
cBefore turning the radio on, make
sure that there is no one near the
antenna outlet and there is enough
space for it to extend.
cTo prevent damage, be sure that an-
tenna is fully retracted before the
vehicle enters an automated car
wash.
cDirt and other foreign matter on the
power antenna rod may interrupt its
operation. Clean the rod periodically
with a damp cloth. This type of
cleaning is especially important dur-
ing the winter seasons in areas
where road salt and other chemicals
may be spread on road surfaces and
splashed onto the antenna rod.
ANTENNA
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10 Index
A
Adjustment after headlamp assembly
replacement ............................................... 7-24
Air bag (See supplemental restraint system)
Air bag warning light .......................... 1-6, 2-18
Air cleaner housing filter ............................ 7-16
Air conditioner
Air conditioner (Automatic) ..................... 3-8
Air conditioner (Manual) ......................... 3-2
Air conditioner-servicing ............................ 3-10
Air conditioner specification label .............. 9-12
Air conditioner system refrigerant and
lubrication recommendations ....................... 9-7
Alarm system (See Theft warning system)
Anchor point locations ............................... 2-31
Antenna
Manual .................................................. 3-23
Power.................................................... 3-22
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) .................. 4-17
Anti-lock brake warning light ....................... 1-7
Ash tray (See cigarette lighter (accessory)
and ash tray)
Audio system
AM-FM radio with cassette player ........ 3-12
AM-FM radio with cassette player and
compact disc player.............................. 3-17Automatic
Automatic air conditioner operation ........ 3-8
Automatic power window switch .......... 1-17
Automatic transmission fluid ................... 7-9
Driving with automatic transmission ....... 4-6
B
Battery........................................................ 7-13
Battery replacement..................................... 2-6
Before starting the engine ........................... 4-5
Belts
Inspection ............................................ 7-14
Size ......................................................... 9-8
Brake
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) .............. 4-17
Brake and clutch fluid ........................... 7-11
Brake booster ....................................... 7-19
Brake light (See stop light)
Brake pedal .......................................... 7-18
Brake system ........................................ 4-16
Brake warning light ................................. 1-6
Brake wear indicators ................... 1-7, 7-19
Parking brake check ............................. 7-18
Parking brake operation ....................... 4-11
Break-in schedule ...................................... 4-14
Bulb check/instrument panel ....................... 1-5
Bulb replacement ....................................... 7-25C
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ............................................... 9-2
Cargo (See vehicle loading information)
Cassette player (See audio system)
CB radio or car phone ............................... 3-23
Check engine indicator light (See Malfunction
indicator light)
Child restraints for infants and small
children ...................................................... 2-30
Child safety rear door lock .......................... 2-4
Cigarette lighter (accessory) and ash
tray ............................................................. 1-15
Cleaning exterior and interior ...................... 6-2
Clock Ð instrument panel ......................... 1-20
Clock-radio ................................................. 3-11
Clutch pedal ............................................... 7-20
Cold weather driving ................................. 4-18
Compact disc (CD) player operation ......... 3-21
Controls
Audio controls ............................. 3-12, 3-17
Heater and air conditioner (automatic) ... 3-8
Heater and air conditioner (manual)....... 3-2
Coolant
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants.......................................... 9-2
Changing engine coolant........................ 7-5
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Oil
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants.......................................... 9-2
Changing engine oil................................ 7-8
Changing engine oil filter........................ 7-9
Checking engine oil level ....................... 7-7
Engine oil ................................................ 7-7
Engine oil and oil filter
recommendation ..................................... 9-5
Opener lever for trunk lid........................... 2-10
Outside mirror remote control.................... 2-37
Outside mirrors .......................................... 2-37
Overdrive switch .......................................... 4-8
Overheat
If your vehicle overheats ........................ 5-9
Owner's manuals/service manual
order form .................................................. 9-21
P
Parking
Parking brake check ............................. 7-18
Parking brake operation ....................... 4-11
Parking/parking on hills ........................ 4-15
Periodic maintenance schedules ................. 8-5
Power
Power antenna ..................................... 3-22
Power door lock...................................... 2-3
Power steering fluid .............................. 7-11
Power steering system ......................... 4-16
Power windows..................................... 1-17
Rear power windows ............................ 1-18Precautions
Maintenance precautions ....................... 7-2
Precautions on seat belt usage............ 2-23
Precautions when starting and driving ... 4-2
Push starting ................................................ 5-9
Q
Quick reference (See gas station information)
R
Radio
AM-FM radio with cassette player ........ 3-12
AM-FM radio with cassette player and
compact disc player.............................. 3-17
CB radio or car phone .......................... 3-23
Readiness for inspection maintenance
(I/M) test..................................................... 9-20
Rear seat ................................................... 2-15
Rear window defogger switch ................... 1-11
Refrigerant recommendation ....................... 9-7
Registering your vehicle in another
country ....................................................... 9-10
Reporting safety defects (USA) ................. 9-19
S
Safety
Child safety rear door lock ..................... 2-4
Reporting safety defects (USA) ............ 9-19Seat adjustment ......................................... 2-12
Seat belt
Precautions on seat belt usage............ 2-20
Seat belt extenders .............................. 2-30
Seat belt maintenance.......................... 2-30
Seat belts.............................................. 2-23
Seat belt warning light ............................ 1-6
2-point type without retractor................ 2-28
3-point type with retractor..................... 2-26
Seats
Front seats............................................ 2-12
Rear seat .............................................. 2-15
Service manual/owner's manual
order form .................................................. 9-21
Shifting
Automatic transmission .......................... 4-7
Manual transmission............................... 4-9
Spark plug replacement............................. 7-15
Speedometer ............................................... 1-3
Spotlight ..................................................... 1-21
SRS warning labels ................................... 2-18
Starting
Before starting the engine ...................... 4-5
Jump starting .......................................... 5-7
Precautions when starting and driving ... 4-2
Push starting........................................... 5-9
Starting the engine .............................. 4-10
Steering
Power steering fluid .............................. 7-11
Tilting steering wheel............................ 2-37
Stop light .................................................... 7-28
Sunroof ...................................................... 1-18
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