1999 NISSAN MAXIMA roof

2 Instruments and controlsInstrument panel ....................................................... 2-2
Meters and gauges ................................................... 2-3
Speedometer and odometer ..................................... 2-4
Tachometer ............................................................... 2-4
Engine coolant temperature gauge ........................... 2-5
Fuel gauge ................................................................ 2-5
Warning/indicator lights and chimes ......................... 2-7
Checking bulbs.......................................................... 2-7
Warning lights ........................................................... 2-7
Indicator lights ........................................................... 2-9
Chimes .................................................................... 2-11
Security system ....................................................... 2-12
Theft warning (if so equipped) ................................ 2-12
Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System ....................... 2-13
Windshield wiper and washer switch ...................... 2-15
Rear window and outside mirror (if so equipped)
defogger switch ....................................................... 2-16
Headlight and turn signal switch ............................. 2-17
Headlight switch ...................................................... 2-17
Turn signal switch ................................................... 2-18
Front fog light switch (if so equipped)..................... 2-18
Hazard warning flasher switch ................................ 2-19
Horn......................................................................... 2-19
Heated seats (if so equipped) ................................. 2-20Traction control system (TCS) cancel switch
(if so equipped) ....................................................... 2-21
Cigarette lighter and ashtray ................................... 2-21
Storage .................................................................... 2-22
Trays ....................................................................... 2-22
Cup holder............................................................... 2-24
Glove box ................................................................ 2-24
Console box ............................................................ 2-25
Windows .................................................................. 2-25
Power windows ....................................................... 2-25
Sunroof (if so equipped) ......................................... 2-26
Automatic sunroof ................................................... 2-26
Clock ....................................................................... 2-27
Adjusting the time ................................................... 2-27
Interior light ............................................................. 2-28
Ceiling ..................................................................... 2-28
Personal light .......................................................... 2-28
Vanity mirror light (if so equipped) .......................... 2-29
Trunk light ............................................................... 2-29
Integrated HomeLink
Universal Transceiver
(if so equipped) ....................................................... 2-30
Programming HomeLink........................................ 2-31
Canadian programming ........................................... 2-31
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The passenger side switch will open or close
only the corresponding window. To open or
close the window, hold the switch down or up.Locking passenger's windowsWhen the lock button is pushed in, only the
driver side window can be opened or closed.
Push it in again to cancel.
Automatic operationTo fully open the driver side window, com-
pletely push down the switch and release it; it
need not be held. The window will automati-
cally open all the way. To stop the window, just
pull up the switch toward the close side.
A light press on the switch will cause the
window to open until the switch is released.
AUTOMATIC SUNROOFThe sunroof will only operate when the ignition
key is in the ON position.Sliding the sunroofTo open the roof, press and hold the switch to
the
side.
To close the roof, press and hold the switch to
theside.
Tilting the sunroofTo tilt up, first close the sunroof, then press
and hold the
side of the tilt switch. To tilt
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SIC0184
IC1432
SUNROOF (if so equipped)
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down the sunroof, press and hold the
side.
Sun shadeOpen or close the sun shade by sliding it
backward or forward.
The shade will open automatically when the
sunroof is opened. However, it must be closed
manually.IIn an accident you could be thrown
from the vehicle through an open
sunroof. Always use seat belts and
child restraints.
IDo not allow anyone to stand up or
extend any portion of their body out
of the opening while the vehicle is in
motion or while the sunroof is
closing.IRemove water drops, snow, ice or
sand from the sunroof before open-
ing.IDo not place any heavy object on the
sunroof or surrounding area.
If the sunroof does not closeHave your NISSAN dealer check and repair
the sunroof.
The digital clock displays time when the igni-
tion key is in ACC or ON.
If the power supply is disconnected, the clock
will not indicate the correct time. Readjust the
time.
ADJUSTING THE TIMEPush theHbutton to adjust the hour.
Push theMbutton to adjust the minute.
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CLOCK
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ditioner will automatically be turned on to de-
fog the windshield, and the air recirculate
mode will automatically be turned off.
Outside air is drawn into the passenger com-
partment to improve the defogging perfor-
mance.Operating tipsIKeep the windows and sun roof closed
while the air conditioner is in operation.
IAfter parking in the sun, drive for 2 or 3
minutes with the windows open to vent hot
air from the passenger compartment. Then,
close the windows. This will allow the air
conditioner to cool the interior more quickly.
IThe air conditioning system should be
operated for about 10 minutes at least
once a month. This helps prevent dam-
age to the system due to lack of lubrica-
tion.
IIf the coolant temperature gauge exceeds
the HOT position, turn the air conditioning
off. For additional information, see ªIf your
vehicle overheatsº in the ª6. In case of
emergencyº section.AIR FLOW CHARTSThe chart below shows the button and leverpositions formaximum and quickheating,
cooling or defrosting.
The air recirculation button should be in
the OFF position for normal cooling, heat-
ing and defrosting.4-6
Heater, air conditioner and audio systems
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11 Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock brake system) ......................... 5-18
Air bag
Warning labels........................................... 1-15
Warning light ...................................... 1-15, 2-8
Air bag system
(See supplemental restraint system) ........ 1-11
Side (See supplemental side air bag
system) ...................................................... 1-12
Air cleaner housing filter ................................. 8-17
Air conditioner
Air conditioner operation ...................... 4-3, 4-9
Air conditioner service ................ 4-3, 4-9, 4-12
Air conditioner specification
label .......................................... 4-3, 4-9, 10-11
Air conditioner system refrigerant and
lubrication recommendations ............... 4-3, 4-9
Heater and air conditioner (automatic)
(if so equipped) ........................................... 4-9
Heater and air conditioner controls ............. 4-3
Servicing air conditioner .............................. 4-3
Air conditioning system refrigerant and
lubricant recommendations ............................. 10-6
Air flow charts ............................................ 4-6, 4-9
Alcohol drugs and driving ................................. 5-3
AM-FM radio with cassette player .................. 4-12
AM-FM radio with cassette player and
compact disc player ........................................ 4-12
AM-FM radio with compact disc player .......... 4-12Ambient temperature switch (AMB),
Air conditioner ................................................. 4-11
Anchor point locations
Top tether strap ......................................... 1-31
Antenna
Manual ....................................................... 4-24
Power ........................................................ 4-24
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ........................ 5-18
Appearance care
Exterior appearance care ............................ 7-2
Interior appearance care ............................. 7-4
Armrest ............................................................. 1-6
Ashtray (See cigarette lighter and ashtray) .... 2-21
Audio system .................................................. 4-12
Automatic
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ........... 8-10
Driving with automatic transmission............ 5-7
Sunroof ...................................................... 2-26
Avoiding collision and rollover .......................... 5-3
B
Battery............................................................. 8-13
Battery replacement, (See multi-remote control
system) ............................................................. 3-7
Before starting the engine ................................ 5-6
Belts (See drive belts) .................................... 8-15
Brake
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ................... 5-18
Brake and clutch fluid................................ 8-12Brake booster ............................................ 8-21
Brake pedal ............................................... 8-20
Brake pedal check..................................... 8-20
Parking brake check ........................ 5-12, 8-20
Parking brake operation ............................ 5-12
System....................................................... 5-18
Warning light ............................................... 2-8
Break-in schedule ........................................... 5-15
Bulb check/instrument panel ............................ 2-7
Bulb replacement ............................................ 8-24
C
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants......................................................... 10-2
Car phone ....................................................... 4-25
Cassette player (See audio system) .............. 4-15
Cassette tape operation ................................. 4-12
Catalytic converter, Three way catalyst............ 5-2
CB radio or car phone .................................... 4-25
Child restraints ................................................ 1-24
Installation on front passenger seat .......... 1-32
Precautions on child restraints .................. 1-24
Top tether strap anchor point locations .... 1-31
With top tether strap.................................. 1-30
Child safety ..................................................... 1-19
Child safety rear door lock................................ 3-4
Chimes ............................................................ 2-11
Cigarette lighter (accessory) and ashtray....... 2-21
Circuit breaker, Fusible link ............................ 8-22
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Seat belt warning light .................................... 1-17
Seat belt warning light and chime .................... 2-8
Seat belt(s)
Child safety................................................ 1-19
Infants and small children ......................... 1-19
Injured persons.......................................... 1-20
Larger children .......................................... 1-19
Pre-tensioner seat belt system ................. 1-14
Precautions on seat belt usage ................ 1-17
Pregnant women ....................................... 1-20
Seat belt cleaning........................................ 7-5
Seat belts .................................................. 1-17
Three-point type with retractor .................. 1-20
Seat(s)
Heated seats ............................................. 2-20
Seats ........................................................... 1-2
Security system (See theft warning)............... 2-12
Servicing air conditioner................... 4-3, 4-9, 4-12
Shifting
Automatic transmission ............................... 5-7
Manual transmission ................................. 5-11
Shoulder belt height adjustment, For front
seats ............................................................... 1-23
Side air bag system (See supplemental side air
bag system) .................................................... 1-12
Spark plugs ..................................................... 8-15
Speedometer .................................................... 2-4
Starting
Before starting the engine ........................... 5-6
Jump starting ............................................... 6-7
Precautions when starting and driving ........ 5-2
Push starting ............................................... 6-9
Starting the engine ...................................... 5-7Steering
Power steering fluid................................... 8-11
Power steering system .............................. 5-17
Tilting steering wheel ................................ 3-12
Storage ........................................................... 2-22
Sun shade....................................................... 2-27
Sunroof, Automatic sunroof ............................ 2-26
Supplemental air bag system ......................... 1-11
Supplemental air bag warning labels ............. 1-15
Supplemental air bag warning light ......... 1-15, 2-8
Supplemental restraint system ......................... 1-6
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system ......................................................... 1-6
Supplemental side air bag system ................. 1-12
Switch
Fog light switch ......................................... 2-18
Hazard warning flasher switch .................. 2-19
Headlight switch ........................................ 2-17
Ignition switch .............................................. 5-4
Ignition switch automatic transmission
models ......................................................... 5-4
Ignition switch manual transmission
models ......................................................... 5-5
Overdrive switch ........................................ 5-10
Rear window and outside mirror defogger
switch......................................................... 2-16
Traction control system cancel switch ...... 2-21
Turn signal switch ..................................... 2-18
T
Tachometer ....................................................... 2-4
Temperature gauge, Engine coolant
temperature gauge ........................................... 2-5Theft warning .................................................. 2-12
Three way catalyst ............................................ 5-2
Tilting steering wheel ...................................... 3-12
Tire
Flat tire ........................................................ 6-2
Spare tire ................................................... 8-35
Tire chains ................................................. 8-33
Tire placard ............................................. 10-11
Tire pressure ............................................. 8-31
Tire rotation ............................................... 8-33
Type of tires .............................................. 8-32
Uniform tire quality grading ..................... 10-17
Wheel/tire size ........................................... 10-8
Wheels and tires ....................................... 8-31
Top tether strap child restraints ...................... 1-30
Towing
Tow truck towing ....................................... 6-11
Towing a trailer........................................ 10-13
Towing load/specification chart ............... 10-13
Towing safety .......................................... 10-14
Traction control system (TCS)
cancel switch .................................................. 2-21
Trailer towing ................................................ 10-13
Transceiver, Integrated HomeLink
Universal ......................................................... 2-30
Transmission
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ........... 8-10
Driving with automatic transmission............ 5-7
Driving with manual transmission ............. 5-11
Transmitter, (See multi-remote control
system) ............................................................. 3-5
Traveling or registering your vehicle in another
country ............................................................ 10-9
Trunk lid lock opener lever ............................... 3-9
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