1997 NISSAN MAXIMA lock

1. Pull the hood lock release handleq1lo-
cated below the instrument panel; the hood
will then spring up slightly.
2. Pull the lever
q2at the front of the hood with
your fingertips and raise the hood.
3. When closing the hood, slowly close the
hood and make sure it locks into place.IMake sure the hood is completely
closed and latched before driving.
Failure to do so could cause the hood
to fly open and result in an accident.
IIf you see steam or smoke coming
from the engine compartment, to
avoid injury, do not open the hood.
When locking or unlocking the glove box, use
the master key.
The glove box may be opened by pulling the
handle.
Keep glove box lid closed while driving
to help prevent injury in an accident or a
sudden stop.
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HOOD RELEASE GLOVE BOX LOCK
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Trunk lid release operation
Type A
The trunk lid release lever is located on the
outside of the driver's seat. To open the trunk
lid, pull up the trunk lid release lever. To close,push the trunk lid down securely.
Type B
The trunk lid release button is located under
the driver's arm rest.
To open the trunk lid, push the release button.
To close, push the trunk lid down securely.
Key operation
To open the trunk lid, turn the key clockwise.
To close, lower and push the trunk lid down
securely.
Do not drive with the trunk lid open. This
could allow dangerous exhaust gases to
be drawn into the vehicle. See ªExhaust
Gasº in the ªStarting and drivingº
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TRUNK LID LOCK
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OPENER CANCEL LEVER FOR
TRUNK LID
When the lever is in the ªCANCELº position,
the trunk lid cannot be opened with the trunk
lid release lever or handle. It can be opened
only with the key.
Opener lever
Type A
To open the fuel filler lid, pull the opener lever.
To lock, close the fuel filler lid securely.
Type B
To open the fuel filler lid, push the opener lever
down. To lock, close the fuel filler lid securely.
FUEL FILLER CAP
The fuel filler cap is a screw-on ratcheting
type. Tighten the cap clockwise until ratcheting
clicks are heard.
IGasoline is extremely flammable and
highly explosive under certain condi-
tions. You could be burned or seri-
ously injured if it is misused or mis-
handled. Always stop the engine and
do not smoke or allow open flames or
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IDo not ride in a moving vehicle when
the seatback is reclined. This can be
dangerous. The shoulder belt will not
be against your body. In an accident
you could be thrown into it and re-
ceive neck or other serious injuries.
You could also slide under the lap
belt and receive serious internal
injuries.
IFor most effective protection when
the vehicle is in motion, the seat
should be upright. Always sit well
back in the seat and adjust the seat
belt properly. See ªPrecautions on
seat belt usageº later in this chapter.
SEAT ADJUSTMENT
IDo not adjust the driver's seat while
driving. The seat may move suddenly
and could cause loss of control of the
vehicle.
IAfter adjustment, gently rock in the
seat to make sure it is securely
locked.
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SEATS
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Forward and backward
Pull the lever up while you slide the seat
forward or backward to the desired position.
Release the lever to lock the seat in position.
Reclining
To recline the seatback, pull the lever up and
lean back. To bring the seatback forward
again, pull the lever and move your body
forward. The seatback moves forward.
Seat lifter (Driver's seat)
Turn either dial to adjust the angle and height
of the seat cushion to the desired position.
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Seat lifter (Driver's seat)
Push the front or rear end of the switch up or
down to adjust the angle and height of the seat
cushion.
Lumbar support (Driver's seat)
Turn the lever forward or backward to adjust
the seat lumbar area.
HEAD RESTRAINT
To raise the head restraint, just pull it up. To
lower, push the lock knob and push the head
restraint down.
Adjust the top of the head restraints level with
the top of your ears.
Head restraints should be adjusted
properly as they may provide significant
protection against injury in an accident.
Do not remove them. Check the adjust-
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If any of the following conditions occurs, the
supplemental air bag needs servicing:
1. The supplemental air bag light goes off
within 7 seconds.
2. The supplemental air bag light flashes in-
termittently or remains on (after 7 seconds).
3. The supplemental air bag light does not
come on at all.
Under these conditions, the Supplemental Re-
straint System Air Bag may not operate prop-
erly. It must be checked and repaired.
Take your vehicle to the nearest authorized
NISSAN dealer.
If the supplemental air bag warning light
is on, it could mean that the supplemen-
tal air bag will not operate in an
accident.
Repair and replacement procedure
The supplemental air bag system is designed
to inflate on a one-time-only basis. As a re-
minder, unless it is damaged, the supplemen-
tal air bag light will remain illuminated afterinflation has occurred. Repair and replace-
ment of the supplemental air bag system
should be done only by authorized NISSAN
dealers.
To ensure long-term functioning, the sys-
tem must be inspected 10 years after the
date of manufacture noted on the certifica-
tion label located on the driver side center
pillar.
When maintenance work is required on the
vehicle, the supplemental air bag system and
related parts should be pointed out to the
person conducting the maintenance. The igni-
tion key should always be in the ªLOCKº
position when working under the hood or in-
side the vehicle.
IOnce the supplemental air bag has
inflated, the supplemental air bag
module will not function again and
must be replaced. The supplemental
air bag module should be replaced by
an authorized NISSAN dealer. The
supplemental air bag module cannot
be repaired.
IThe supplemental air bag systemshould be inspected by an authorized
NISSAN dealer if there is any damage
to the front end portion of the vehicle.
IIf you need to dispose of a supple-
mental air bag or scrap the vehicle,
contact an authorized NISSAN dealer.
Correct supplemental air bag dis-
posal procedures are set forth in the
appropriate NISSAN Service Manual.
Incorrect disposal procedures could
cause personal injury.
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Do not ride in a moving vehicle when the
seatback is reclined. This can be dan-
gerous. The shoulder belt will not be
against your body. In an accident you
could be thrown into it and receive neck
or other serious injuries. You could also
slide under the lap belt and receive se-
rious internal injuries.
For most effective protection when the
vehicle is in motion, the seat should be
upright. Always sit well back in the seatand adjust the seat belt properly.
2. Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retractor
and insert the tongue into the buckle until it
snaps.
The retractor is designed to lock during a
sudden stop or on impact. A slow pulling
motion will permit the belt to move, and
allow you some freedom of movement in
the seat.
3. Position the lap belt portionlow and snug
on the hipsas shown.
4. Pull the shoulder belt portion toward the
retractor to take up extra slack.
The front passenger side seat belt and rear
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