2001 NISSAN MAXIMA Owners Manual

OPENER OPERATIONTo open the fuel filler lid, push the opener
switch. To lock, close the fuel filler lid securely.
FUEL FILLER CAPThe fuel filler cap is a ratcheting type. Tighten
the cap clockwise until ratcheting clicks are
heard.
Put the fuel filler cap on the cap holder while
refueling.
WARNING
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
sparks near the vehicle when refuel-
ing.
IFuel may be under pressure. Turn the
cap one-half turn, and wait for any
hissing sound to stop to prevent fuel
from spraying out and possible per-
sonal injury. Then remove the cap.
IDo not attempt to top off the fuel tank
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after the fuel pump nozzle shuts off
automatically.
Continued refueling may cause fuel
overflow, resulting in fuel spray and
possibly a fire.
IUse only a genuine fuel filler cap as a
replacement. It has a built-in safety
valve needed for proper operation of
the fuel system and emission control
system. An incorrect cap can result in
a serious malfunction and possible
injury.
INever pour fuel into the throttle body
to attempt to start your vehicle.
CAUTION
IIf fuel is spilled on the car body, flush
it away with water to avoid paint dam-
age.
ITighten until the fuel filler cap clicks.
Failure to tighten the fuel filler cap
properly may cause the
mal-
function indicator lamp (MIL) to illu-minate. If the
lamp illuminates
because the fuel filler cap is loose or
missing, tighten or install the cap and
continue to drive the vehicle. The
lamp should turn off after a few
driving trips. If the
lamp does
not turn off after a few driving trips,
have the vehicle inspected by an au-
thorized NISSAN dealer.
IFor additional information, see the
ªMalfunction indicator lamp (MIL)º in
the ª2. Instruments and controlsº
section.
TILT OPERATIONPull the lock lever and while holding down,
adjust the steering wheel up or down to the
desired position.
Push the lock lever back into place to lock the
steering wheel in place.
WARNING
Do not adjust the steering wheel while
driving. You could lose control of your
vehicle and cause an accident.
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CAUTION
Store the main sun visor after storing
the extension sun visor.
INSIDE MIRRORThe night position will reduce glare from the
headlights of vehicles behind you at night.
WARNING
Use the night position only when neces-
sary, because it reduces rear view clar-
ity.
AUTOMATIC ANTI-DAZZLING
INSIDE MIRROR (if so equipped)The inside mirror is designed so that it auto-
matically changes reflection according to the
intensity of the headlight of the following ve-
hicle.
When the inside mirror is in the AUTO position,
excessive glare from the headlights of the
vehicle behind you will be reduced. When the
switch of the inside mirror is in the OFF
position, the inside mirror will operate nor-
mally.
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OUTSIDE MIRRORS
WARNING
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 theignition switch is in the ACC or ON position.
Turn the control knob to right or left to select
the right or left outside mirror, then adjust.
Foldable outside mirrorsPush the outside mirror backward to fold it.
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4 Heater, air conditioner and audio systemsVentilators ................................................................. 4-2
Heater and air conditioner (Manual) ......................... 4-3
Controls ................................................................ 4-3
Heater operation................................................... 4-4
Air conditioner operation ...................................... 4-5
Air flow charts....................................................... 4-6
Heater and air conditioner (Automatic) (if so
equipped) .................................................................. 4-9
Automatic operation ............................................. 4-9
Manual operation................................................ 4-10
Ambient temperature switch (AMB) ................... 4-11
Operating tips ..................................................... 4-11
Servicing air conditioner .......................................... 4-11Audio system........................................................... 4-12
FM radio reception ............................................. 4-12
AM radio reception ............................................. 4-13
Audio operation precautions .............................. 4-13
FM-AM radio with cassette player...................... 4-15
FM-AM radio with cassette player and compact disc
(CD) player ......................................................... 4-19
CD care and cleaning ........................................ 4-24
Steering switch for audio control (if so
equipped)............................................................ 4-24
Antenna .............................................................. 4-25
Car phone or CB radio ........................................... 4-25
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Adjust the air flow direction of ventilators. Open or close, and adjust the air flow direction
of ventilators.
: This symbol indicates that the vents
are closed when the vent switch is
moved to the left.: This symbol indicates that the vents
are open when the vent switch is
moved to the right.
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WARNING
IThe air conditioner cooling function
operates only when the engine is run-
ning.
IDo not leave children, impaired
adults, or pets alone in your vehicle.
On hot, sunny days, temperatures in
a closed vehicle could quickly be-
come high enough to cause severe or
possibly fatal injuries to people oranimals.
IDo not use the recirculation mode for
long periods as it may cause the
interior air to become stale and the
windows to fog up.
IPositioning of the heating or air con-
ditioning controls should not be done
while driving, so full attention may be
given to vehicle operation.
CONTROLS
Fan control dialThis dial turns the fan on and off, and controls
fan speed.Air flow control buttonsThese buttons allow you to select the air flow
outlets.
Ð Air flows from center and side venti-
lators.Ð Air flows from center and side venti-
lators and foot outlets.Ð Air flows mainly from foot outlets.Ð Air flows from defroster outlets and
foot outlets.Ð Air flows mainly from defroster out-
lets.
Temperature control/MAX A/C leverThis lever allows you to adjust the temperature
of the outlet air.
MAX A/C:
When the temperature control/MAX A/C lever
is moved to the left end, the air conditioner
cooling will start automatically and the A/C
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