2002 NISSAN ALTIMA lock

Unlocking doors
1. Push the UNLOCK button on the keyfob
once.
cOnly the driver's door unlocks
cThe hazard indicator flashes once if all
doors are completely closed with the
ignition key in any position except the ON
position.
cThe interior light turns on and the light
timer activates for 30 seconds when the
switch is in the centerjposition with the
ignition key in any position except the ON
position.2. Push the UNLOCK button on the keyfob
again within 5 seconds.
cAll doors unlock
cThe hazard indicator flashes once if all
doors are completely closed.
If the following operation is not carried
out within 1 minute after pressing the
ªUNLOCKº button, all doors will be
locked automatically.
cWhen any door is not opened.
cWhen the ignition key is not set in the
ON position.
The interior light can be turned off without
waiting for 30 seconds by turning the igni-
tion switch to the ON position or by locking
the doors with the keyfob.
Releasing the trunk lid
1. Push the trunk button on the keyfob for
longer than 0.5 second. The trunk re-
lease button on the keyfob will not oper-
ate when the ignition switch is in the ON
position.
2. The trunk lid opens.The trunk lid will not open with the trunk
lid release cancel switch turned to OFF.
See ªTrunk lidº later in this section for
cancel switch. It can be opened only with
the key.
Using the panic alarm
If you are near your vehicle and feel threat-
ened, you may activate the alarm to call
attention as follows:
1. Push and hold the PANIC button on the
keyfob forlonger than 0.5 seconds.
2. The theft warning alarm and headlights
will stay on for 25 seconds.
3. The panic alarm stops when:
cit has run for 25 seconds, or
cany button is pressed on the keyfob.
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Silencing the horn beep feature
If desired, the horn beep feature can be
deactivated using the keyfob. The instruc-
tions are on the back of the keyfob.
To deactivate:Press and hold the
and
buttonsfor at least two seconds.
The hazard lights will flash three times to
confirm that the horn beep feature has been
deactivated.
To activate:Press and hold the
and
buttonsfor at least two seconds
once more.The hazard lights will flash once and the
horn will sound once to confirm that the horn
beep feature has been reactivated.
Deactivating the horn feature does not si-
lence the horn if the alarm is triggered.
Using the interior light
The interior light can be turned off without
waiting 30 seconds by inserting the key into
the ignition or locking the doors with the
multi-remote controller or pushing the inte-
rior light button to OFF.
Opening windows (if so equipped)
The keyfob allows you to open the front
windows simultaneously.
cTo open the front windows, press the
UNLOCK button on the keyfob forlonger
than 3 secondsafter the door is un-
locked.
The door windows will open while pressing
the UNLOCK button on the keyfob. This
function will operate for 45 seconds after the
ignition switch is turned off unless either
front door is opened.
This opening windows function of the key-
fob can be suspended using a CONSULT-IIdiagnostic tool. Please contact an autho-
rized NISSAN dealer.
The door windows cannot be closed by
using the keyfob.
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cause harmful interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference re-
ceived including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.
1. Pull the hood lock release handle
s1
located below the driver side instrument
panel; the hood springs up slightly.
2. Lift the lever
s2at the front of the hood
with your fingertips and raise the hood.3. Remove the support rod
s3from the
clamp.
4. Insert the support rod
s4into the slot on
the passenger side fender ledge.
5. When closing the hood, return the sup-
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port rod to its original position, lower the
hood to approximately 12 inches above
the latch and release it. This allows
proper engagement of the hood latch.
WARNING
cMake 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.
cIf you see steam or smoke coming
from the engine compartment, to
avoid injury do not open the hood.
OPENER OPERATION
WARNING
cDo not drive with the trunk lid open.
This could allow dangerous exhaust
gases to be drawn into the vehicle.
See ``Exhaust gas'' in the ``Starting
and driving'' section of this manual.cClosely supervise children when they
are around cars to prevent them from
playing and becoming locked in the
trunk where they could be seriously
injured. Keep the car locked, with the
trunk closed, when not in use, and
prevent children's access to car
keys.
The trunk lid opener lever is located below
the armrest of the driver's door trim panel.
To open the trunk lid, pull the opener lever
out.
To close the trunk lid, lower and push the
trunk lid down securely.
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TRUNK LID
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Cancel switch
When the cancel switch located inside the
glove box is OFF, the trunk lid cannot be
opened with the trunk lid release switch or
valet key. It can be opened with the master
key or keyfob.KEY OPERATION
To open the trunk lid, turn the key clock-
wise. To close the trunk lid, lower and push
the trunk lid down securely.
INTERIOR TRUNK LID RELEASE
WARNING
Closely supervise children when they
are around cars to prevent them from
playing and becoming locked in the
trunk where they could be seriously
injured. Keep the car locked, with the
trunk lid closed, when not in use, and
prevent children's access to car keys.
The interior trunk lid release mechanism
provides a means of escape for children
and adults in the event they become locked
inside the trunk.
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To open the trunk from the inside, rotate the
illuminated lever until the lock releases and
push up on the trunk lid. The release lever is
made of a material that glows in the dark
after a brief exposure to ambient light.
The handle is located inside the trunk com-
partment on the trunk lock at the center of
the trunk lid.
OPENER OPERATION
The fuel filler lid opener lever is located on
the outside of the driver's seat. To open the
fuel filler lid, pull the opener lever up. To
lock, close the fuel filler lid securely.
FUEL FILLER CAP
The fuel filler cap is a ratcheting type.
Tighten the cap clockwise until ratcheting
clicks are heard.
WARNING
cGasoline is extremely flammable and
highly explosive under certain con-
ditions. You could be burned or se-
riously injured if it is misused or
mishandled. Always stop the engine
and do not smoke or allow open
flames or sparks near the vehicle
when refueling.
c
Fuel 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
personal injury. Then remove the cap.
cDo not attempt to top off the fuel
tank after the fuel pump nozzle shuts
off automatically. Continued refuel-
ing may cause fuel overflow, result-
ing in fuel spray and possibly fire.
cUse only an original equipment type
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 in-
correct cap can result in a serious
malfunction and possible injury. It
could also cause the malfunction
indicator lamp to come on.
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cDo not fill a portable fuel container in
the vehicle or trailer. Static electric-
ity can cause an explosion of flam-
mable liquid, vapor or gas in any
vehicle or trailer. To reduce the risk
of serious injury or death when fill-
ing portable fuel containers:
Ð Always the place container on the
ground when filling.
Ð Do not use electronic devices
while filling.
Ð Keep the pump nozzle in contact
with the container while you are
filling it.
Ð Use only approved portable fuel
containers for flammable liquid.
cNever pour fuel into the throttle body
to attempt to start your vehicle.
CAUTION
cIf fuel is spilled on the vehicle body,
flush it away with water to avoid
paint damage.
cTighten until the fuel filler cap clicks.
Failure to tighten the fuel filler capproperly 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 thelamp
does not turn off after a few driving
trips, have the vehicle inspected by
an authorized NISSAN dealer.
cFor additional information, see the
ªMalfunction indicator lamp (MIL)''
in the ªInstrument and controlsº
section earlier in this manual.
TILT OPERATION
Pull the lock lever forward and adjust the
steering wheel up or down to the desired
position.
Release the lock lever 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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TELESCOPIC OPERATION
Push the lever down and adjust the steering
wheel forward or backward to the desired
position.
Pull the lock lever up firmly to lock the
steering wheel in place.
WARNING
Do not adjust the steering wheel any
closer to you than is necessary for
proper steering operation and comfort.
The driver's air bag inflates with great
force. If you are unrestrained, leaning
forward, sitting sideways or out of po-
sition in any way, you are at greater risk
of injury or death in a crash. You may
also receive serious or fatal injuries
from the air bag if you are up against it
when it inflates. Always sit back
against the seatback and as far away as
practical from the steering wheel. Al-
ways use the seat belts.
CAUTION
Do not store the main sun visor before
storing the extension sun visor.VANITY MIRRORS
To access the vanity mirror, pull the sun
visor down and flip open the mirror cover.
Some vanity mirrors are illuminated and
turn on when the mirror cover is opened.
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