1997 NISSAN MAXIMA mirror

1 Instruments and controls
Meters and gauges ................................................... 1-3
Warning/indicator light and buzzer............................ 1-6
Theft warning (If so equipped) ................................ 1-10
Windshield wiper and washer switch ...................... 1-12
Rear window and outside mirror
defogger switch ....................................................... 1-13
Headlight and turn signal switch ............................. 1-14
Instrument brightness control .................................. 1-15
Front fog light switch (If so equipped) .................... 1-15
Hazard warning flasher switch ................................ 1-16
Heated seats (If so equipped)................................. 1-16Cigarette lighter and ash trays ................................ 1-17
Pocket ..................................................................... 1-18
Cup holder............................................................... 1-19
Power window ......................................................... 1-19
Sunroof (If so equipped) ......................................... 1-21
Clock ....................................................................... 1-22
Interior light ............................................................. 1-22
Front personal light ................................................. 1-23
Vanity mirror light .................................................... 1-23
Trunk light ............................................................... 1-23
Integrated HomeLink
transmitter
(If so equipped) ....................................................... 1-24
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Windshield wiper/washer switch (P.1-12)
Instrument brightness control switch (P.1-15)
Meters/gauges (P.1-3)
Theft warning light (P.1-10)
Cruise control main switch (P.4-13)
Headlight, fog light and turn signal
switch (P.1-14)
Hood release handle (P.2-8)
Outside mirror remote control (P.2-39)
Fuse box cover (P.7-22)
Tilting steering wheel lock lever (P.2-38)
Driver supplemental air bag (P.2-17)
Ignition switch/steering lock (P.4-4)
Cruise control set switch (P.4-13)
Cigarette lighter (accessory) (P.1-17)Hazard warning flasher switch (P.1-16)
Ventilator (P.3-2)
Heater/air conditioner control (P.3-3)
Clock (P.1-22)
Radio/cassette player (P.3-11)/CD player (P.3-26)
Rear window and outside mirror defogger switch (P.1-13)
Passenger supplemental air bag (P.2-17)
Glove box (P.2-8)
Ash tray
(P.1-17)
Heated seat switch (P.1-16)
SIC0692
See the page indicated in parentheses for operating details.
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To defog the rear window glass and outside
mirrors, start the engine and push the switch
on. (The indicator light will come on.) Push the
switch again to turn the defogger off.
It will automatically turn off in approximately 15
minutes.
When cleaning the inner side of the rear
window, be careful not to scratch or
damage the rear window defogger.
SIC0177
REAR WINDOW AND OUTSIDE
MIRROR DEFOGGER SWITCH
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The light on the vanity mirror will turn on when
the cover on the vanity mirror is opened.The light illuminates when the trunk lid is
opened. When the trunk lid is closed, the light
will go off.
IC1019
IC1163-A
SIC0186
FRONT PERSONAL LIGHT VANITY MIRROR LIGHT TRUNK LIGHT
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2 Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Key ............................................................................ 2-2
Door locks ................................................................. 2-2
Multi-remote control system (If so equipped) ........... 2-5
Hood release ............................................................. 2-8
Glove box lock .......................................................... 2-8
Trunk lid lock ............................................................. 2-9
Fuel filler lid lock ..................................................... 2-10
Seats ....................................................................... 2-12
Supplemental restraint system
(Supplemental air bag system) ............................... 2-17
Supplemental air bag warning labels ...................... 2-22
Supplemental air bag warning light......................... 2-22
Seat belts ................................................................ 2-24
Child restraints for infants and small children......... 2-31
Tilting steering wheel .............................................. 2-38
Outside mirror remote control ................................. 2-39
Foldable outside mirrors.......................................... 2-39
Inside mirror ............................................................ 2-40
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Objects viewed in the outside mirror on
the passenger side are closer than they
appear. Be careful when moving to the
right. Using only this mirror could cause
an accident. Use inside mirror or glance
over your shoulder to properly judge
distances to other objects.
The outside mirror will operate only when the
ignition switch is in the ªACCº or ªONº position.Push the right or left end of the switch to select
the right or left outside mirror, then adjust
using the control lever.
Push the outside mirror backward to fold it.
SPA0112MPA0008
OUTSIDE MIRROR REMOTE
CONTROLFOLDABLE OUTSIDE MIRRORS
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The night position will reduce glare from the
headlights of vehicles behind you at night.
Use the night position only when neces-
sary, because it reduces rear view
clarity.
SPA0470
INSIDE MIRROR
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ªSTARTº (4)
This position activates the starter motor, start-
ing the engine.IMake sure the area around the vehicle is
clear.
IMaintenance items listed here should be
checked periodically, e.g., each time you
check engine oil.
ICheck that all windows and lights are clean.
IVisually inspect tires for their appearance
and condition. Also check tires for proper
inflation.
ILock all doors.
IPosition seat and adjust head restraints.
IAdjust inside and outside mirrors.
IFasten seat belts and ask all passengers to
do likewise.
ICheck the operation of warning lights when
key is turned to the ªON (3)º position.1. Apply the parking brake.
2.Automatic transmission:
Move the selector lever to ªPº (Park) or ªNº
(Neutral). (ªPº preferred.)
The selector lever cannot be moved out
of ªPº and into any of the other gear
positions if the key is removed from the
switch.
The starter is designed not to operate if
the selector lever is in one of the driving
positions.
Manual transmission:
Move the gearshift lever to ªNº (Neutral),
and depress the clutch pedal to the floor
while cranking the engine.
The starter is designed not to operate
unless the clutch pedal is depressed.
3. Crank the enginewith your foot off the
accelerator pedalby turning the ignition
key to ªSTARTº. Release the key when the
engine starts. If the engine starts, but fails
to run, repeat the above procedure.
Ð If the engine is very hard to start in
extremely cold or hot weather, depress
the accelerator pedal and hold it to help
start the engine.
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE STARTING THE ENGINE
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