2001 NISSAN MAXIMA tire pressure

TIRE PLACARDThe cold tire pressure is shown on the tire
placard affixed to the console box lid.
AIR CONDITIONER
SPECIFICATION LABELThe air conditioner specification label is affixed
inside of the hood as shown.
STI0206
STI0189
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TOWING LOAD/SPECIFICATION CHART
Unit: lb (kg)
MAXIMUM
TOWING LOAD1,000 (454)
MAXIMUM
TONGUE LOAD110 (49)
TOWING SAFETY
Trailer hitchChoose a proper hitch for your vehicle and
trailer. A genuine NISSAN trailer hitch is avail-
able from your NISSAN dealer (Canada only).
Make sure the trailer hitch is securely attached
to the vehicle, to help avoid personal injury or
property damage due to sway caused by
crosswinds, rough road surfaces or passing
trucks.
CAUTION
IDo not use axle-mounted hitches.
IThe hitch should not be attached to
or affect the operation of the impact-
absorbing bumper.IDo not modify the vehicle exhaust
system, brake system, etc. to install a
trailer hitch.
ITo reduce the possibility of additional
damage if your vehicle is struck from
the rear, where practical, remove the
hitch and/or receiver when not in use.
After the hitch is removed, seal the
bolt holes to prevent exhaust fumes,
water or dust from entering the pas-
senger compartment.
IRegularly check that all hitch mount-
ing bolts are securely mounted.
Tire pressuresIWhen towing a trailer, inflate the vehicle
tires to the recommended cold tire pressure
indicated on the tire placard (located on the
inside of the center console lid).
ITrailer tire condition, size, load rating and
proper inflation pressure should be in ac-
cordance with the trailer and tire manufac-
turers' specifications.Safety chainAlways use a suitable chain between yourvehicle and the trailer. The chain should be
crossed and should be attached to the hitch,
not to the vehicle bumper or axle. Be sure to
leave enough slack in the chain to permit
turning corners.
Trailer lightsTrailer lights should comply with federal and/or
local regulations. When wiring the vehicle for
towing, connect the stop and tail light pickup
into the vehicle electrical circuit at a point
between the sensor and stop light or light
switch.Trailer brakesIf your trailer is equipped with a braking sys-
tem, make sure it conforms to federal and/or
local regulations and that it is properly in-
stalled.
WARNING
Never connect a trailer brake system
directly to the vehicle brake system.Pre-towing tipsIBe certain your vehicle maintains a level
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Rollover ............................................................. 5-3
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Safety
Child seat belts.......................................... 1-23
Reporting safety defects (US only) ......... 10-20
Towing safety .......................................... 10-17
Seat
Belt extenders ........................................... 1-27
Belt maintenance....................................... 1-28
Belt warning light ....................................... 1-21
Belt warning light and chime ....................... 2-8
Seat adjustment
Front manual seat adjustment .................... 1-2
Front power seat adjustment ...................... 1-4
Seat belt(s)
Child safety................................................ 1-23
Infants and small children ......................... 1-23
Injured persons.......................................... 1-24
Larger children .......................................... 1-24
Pre-tensioner seat belt system ................. 1-17
Precautions on seat belt usage ................ 1-21
Pregnant women ....................................... 1-24
Seat belt cleaning........................................ 7-5
Seat belts .................................................. 1-21
Three-point type with retractor .................. 1-24
Seat(s), Seats ................................................... 1-2
Seats, Heated seats ....................................... 2-20
Security system (Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer
System), Engine start ..................................... 2-13
Security systems (See theft warning) ............. 2-12
Servicing air conditioner .......................... 4-3, 4-11
Shift lock release ............................................ 5-10Shifting
Automatic transmission ............................... 5-8
Manual transmission ................................. 5-11
Shoulder belt height adjustment, For front
seats ............................................................... 1-27
Side air bag system (See supplemental side air
bag system) .................................................... 1-16
Spark plugs ..................................................... 8-15
Speedometer .................................................... 2-4
Starting
Before starting the engine ........................... 5-7
Jump starting ............................................... 6-7
Precautions when starting and driving ........ 5-2
Push starting ............................................... 6-9
Starting the engine ...................................... 5-7
Steering
Power steering fluid................................... 8-11
Power steering system .............................. 5-18
Tilting steering wheel ................................ 3-13
Storage ........................................................... 2-22
Sun shade....................................................... 2-28
Sun visors ....................................................... 3-14
Supplemental air bag warning labels ............. 1-19
Supplemental air bag warning light ......... 1-19, 2-8
Supplemental front air bag system ................. 1-14
Supplemental restraint system ......................... 1-9
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system ......................................................... 1-9
Supplemental side air bag system ................. 1-16
Switch
Hazard warning flasher switch .................. 2-19
Headlight switch ........................................ 2-16
Ignition switch .............................................. 5-4Ignition switch automatic transmission
models ......................................................... 5-4
Ignition switch manual transmission
models ......................................................... 5-5
Overdrive switch ........................................ 5-10
Power door lock switch ............................... 3-4
Rear window and outside mirror defogger
switch......................................................... 2-15
Traction control system cancel switch ...... 2-21
Turn signal switch ..................................... 2-18
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Tachometer ....................................................... 2-4
Temperature gauge, Engine coolant temperature
gauge ................................................................ 2-5
Theft (Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System),
Engine start..................................................... 2-13
Three way catalyst ............................................ 5-3
Tilting steering wheel ...................................... 3-13
Tire
Flat tire ........................................................ 6-2
Uniform tire quality grading ..................... 10-19
Tires
Spare tire ................................................... 8-35
Tire chains ................................................. 8-33
Tire placard ............................................. 10-12
Tire pressure ............................................. 8-30
Tire rotation ............................................... 8-32
Type of tires .............................................. 8-30
Top tether strap child restraints ...................... 1-36
Towing
Tow truck towing ....................................... 6-11
Towing a trailer........................................ 10-15
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FUEL RECOMMENDATION:Unleaded premium gasoline with an octane
rating of at least 91 AKI (Anti-Knock Index)
number (Research octane number 96).
If unleaded premium gasoline is not avail-
able, unleaded regular gasoline with an
octane rating of at least 87 AKI (Research
octane number 91) can be used.
However, for maximum vehicle perfor-
mance, the use of unleaded premium gaso-
line is recommended.
CAUTION
Using a fuel other than that specified
could adversely affect the emission con-
trol systems, and may also affect war-
ranty coverage.
Under no circumstances should a
leaded gasoline be used, since this will
damage the three way catalyst.
For additional information, see ªCapacities and
recommended fuel/lubricantsº in the ª10.
Technical and consumer informationº section.
ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATION:IAPI Certification Mark
IAPI grade SG/SH, Energy Conserving II or
API grade SJ, Energy Conserving
IILSAC grade GF-II
ISAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred for all
ambient temperatures. SAE 10W-30 vis-
cosity oil may be used for ambient tempera-
tures above 0ÉF (þ18ÉC).
See ªCapacities and recommended fuel/
lubricantsº in the ª10. Technical and consumer
informationº section for engine oil and oil filter
recommendation.COLD TIRE PRESSURES:See tire placard affixed to the center console
lid.NEW VEHICLE BREAK-IN
PROCEDURES
RECOMMENDATION:During the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of
vehicle use, follow the recommendations out-
lined in the ªBreak-in scheduleº Information
found in the ª5. Starting and drivingº section of
this Owner's Manual. Follow these recommen-
dations for the future reliability and economy of
your new vehicle.
GAS STATION INFORMATION
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