2002 NISSAN ALTIMA warning lights

2 Instruments and controls
Instrument panel ....................................................2-2
Meters and gauges ................................................2-3
Speedometer and odometer .............................2-3
Trip computer ....................................................2-3
Tachometer........................................................2-6
Engine coolant temperature gauge ...................2-6
Fuel gauge ........................................................2-7
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders................................................................2-8
Checking bulbs ..................................................2-8
Warning lights ....................................................2-8
Indicator lights .................................................2-11
Audible reminders............................................2-12
Security systems ..................................................2-13
Nissan vehicle immobilizer system
(NVIS) ..............................................................2-13
Vehicle security system (if so equipped) ........2-14
Windshield wiper and washer switch ...................2-17
Switch operation ..............................................2-17
Rear window defogger switch ..............................2-17
Headlight and turn signal switch ..........................2-18
Xenon headlights .............................................2-18Headlight switch ..............................................2-19
Autolamp system (if so equipped)...................2-20
Turn signal switch............................................2-21
Fog light switch (if so equipped) ..........................2-21
Hazard warning flasher switch .............................2-23
Horn ......................................................................2-23
Heated seats (if so equipped) ..............................2-24
Traction control system (TCS) cancel switch
(if so equipped) ....................................................2-25
Power outlet .......................................................2-25
Storage .................................................................2-26
Seatback pockets (if so equipped) ..................2-26
Seatback side pockets (if so equipped) ..........2-26
Sunglasses case .............................................2-26
Cup holders .....................................................2-27
Glove box ........................................................2-28
Console box ....................................................2-28
Covered storage box .......................................2-29
Cargo net (if so equipped) ..............................2-30
Windows ...............................................................2-31
Power windows................................................2-31
Sunroof (if so equipped).......................................2-33
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CHECKING BULBS
With all doors closed, apply the parking
brake and turn the ignition key to the ON
position without starting the engine. The
following lights come on:
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The following lights come on briefly and
then go off:
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If any light fails to come on, it may
indicate a burned-out bulb or an open
circuit in the electrical system. Have the
system repaired promptly.
WARNING LIGHTS
Engine oil pressure warning
light
This light warns of low engine oil pressure. If
the light flickers or comes on during normal
driving, pull off the road in a safe area, stopthe engineimmediatelyand call an autho-
rized NISSAN dealer.
The engine oil pressure warning light is
not designed to indicate a low oil level.
Use the dipstick to check the oil level.
See ``Engine oil'' in the ``Maintenance and
do-it-yourself'' section.
orBrake warning lightLow washer fluid warning lightSupplemental air bag warning light
Turn signal/hazard indicator lightsorAnti-lock brake warning lightLow fuel warning light
High beam indicator lightMalfunction indicator lamp
(emission system)Trunk open warning light
Charge warning lightEngine oil pressure warning lightTraction control off indicator light
Door open warning lightCRUISE main switch indicator light
(if so equipped)Slip indicator light
Seat belt warning light and chimeCruise SET switch indicator light
(if so equipped)
WARNING/INDICATOR
LIGHTS AND AUDIBLE
REMINDERS
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NOTE: The top few rows of wires on the rear
window are not part of the rear window
defogging system. These wires make up the
antenna for the audio system.XENON HEADLIGHTS
WARNING
HIGH VOLTAGE
cWhen xenon headlights are on, they
produce a high voltage. To prevent
an electric shock, never attempt to
modify or disassemble. Always have
your xenon headlights replaced at
an authorized NISSAN dealer.
cXenon headlights provide consider-
ably more light than conventional
headlights. If they are not correctly
aimed, they might temporarily blind
an oncoming driver or the driver
ahead of you and cause a serious
accident. If headlights are not aimed
correctly, immediately take your ve-
hicle to an authorized NISSAN dealer
and have the headlights adjusted
correctly.When the xenon headlight is initially turned
on, its brightness or color varies slightly.
However, the color and brightness will soon
stabilize.
cThe life of xenon headlights will be
shortened by frequent on-off opera-
tion. It is generally desirable not to
turn off the headlights for short inter-
vals, (for example, when the vehicle
stops at a traffic signal). Even when
the daytime running lights are active
(Canada only), the xenon headlights
do not turn on. This way the life of the
xenon headlights is not reduced.
cIf the xenon headlight bulb is close to
burning out, the brightness will dras-
tically decrease, the light will start
blinking, or the color of the light will
become reddish. If one or more of the
above signs appear, contact a
NISSAN dealer.
HEADLIGHT AND TURN
SIGNAL SWITCH
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Instrument brightness control
The instrument cluster illuminates when the
ignition switch is in ON position.
The instrument brightness control operates
when the light switch is in the AUTO,
orposition.
Turn the control to adjust the brightness of
instrument panel lights when driving at night.
The instrument brightness control will not
adjust the brightness when the headlights or
parking lights are off.
Passing signal
Pulling and releasing the lever flashes the
headlight high beams on and off.
Daytime running light system
(Canada only)
The headlights automatically illuminate at a
reduced intensity when the engine is started
with the parking brake released. The day-
time running lights operate with the head-
light switch in the OFF position or in the
position. Turn the headlight switch to
theposition for full illumination when
driving at night.
If the parking brake is applied before the
engine is started, the daytime running lights
do not illuminate. The daytime running lights
illuminate once the parking brake is re-
leased. The daytime running lights will re-
main on until the ignition switch is turned off.
WARNING
When the daytime running light system
is active, tail lights on your vehicle are
not on. It is necessary at dusk to turn
on your headlights. Failure to do so
could cause an accident injuring your-
self and others.
AUTOLAMP SYSTEM
(if so equipped)
The autolamp system allows the headlights
to be set so they turn on and off automati-
cally. The autolamp system can turn on the
headlights automatically when it is dark,
turn off the headlights when it is light, and
keep the headlights on for up to 45 seconds
after you turn the key to OFF and all doors
are closed.
If the ignition switch is turned OFF and one
of the doors is opened, the headlights re-
main ON for five minutes.
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To set the autolamp system:
1. Make sure the headlight switch is in the
AUTO position.
2. Turn the ignition key to ON.
3. The autolamp system automatically turns
the headlights on and off.
To turn the autolamp system off, turn the
switch to the OFF,
,orposition.
Be sure you do not put anything on top
of the autolamp sensor located in the top
driver side of the instrument panel. The
autolamp sensor controls the autolamp;
if it is covered, the autolamp sensor
reacts as if it is dark out and the head-
lights will illuminate. If this occurs while
parked with the engine off and the key in
the ON position, your vehicle's battery
could become discharged.
TURN SIGNAL SWITCH
Turn signal
Move the lever up or down to signal the
turning direction. When the turn is com-
pleted, the turn signals cancel automati-
cally.
Lane change signal
To signal a lane change, move the lever up
or down to the point where the indicator light
begins to flash, but the lever does not latch.
Normal operation of the fog lights in the
ON
position:
Headlight switch in the AUTO position;
daytime operation
cFog lights, marker and taillights come
ON.
cHeadlights do not come ON.
cDash readouts dim unless the dimmer
switch is on full bright.
cIf the ignition switch is in the OFF position
with the fog lights turned ON, a warning
chime will sound indicating the fog lights
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FOG LIGHT SWITCH (if so
equipped)
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Push the switch on to warn other drivers
when you must stop or park under emer-
gency conditions. All turn signal lights flash.
WARNING
cIf stopping for an emergency, be
sure to move the vehicle well off the
road.cDo not use the switch while moving
on the highway unless unusual cir-
cumstances force you to drive so
slowly that your vehicle might be-
come a hazard to other traffic.
cTurn signals do not work when the
hazard warning flasher lights are on.
The flashers can be actuated with the igni-
tion switch either OFF or ON.
Some state laws may prohibit the use of
the hazard warning flasher switch while
driving.
To sound the horn, push the center pad
area of the steering wheel.
WARNING
Do not disassemble the horn. Doing so
could affect proper operation of the
supplemental front air bag system.
Tampering with the supplemental front
air bag system may result in serious
personal injury.
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HAZARD WARNING FLASHER
SWITCHHORN
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cUse this power outlet with the engine
running. (If the engine is stopped,
this could result in a discharged bat-
tery.)
cAvoid using when the air conditioner,
headlights or rear window defogger is
on.
cBefore inserting or disconnecting a
plug, be sure the electrical accessory
being used is turned off.
cPush the plug in as far as it will go. If
good contact is not made, the plug
may overheat or the internal tempera-
ture fuse may blow.
cWhen not in use, be sure to close the
cap. Do not allow water to contact the
socket.
SEATBACK POCKETS (if so
equipped)
The seatback pockets are located on the
back of the driver and passenger seats. The
pockets can be used to store maps.
SEATBACK SIDE POCKETS (if so
equipped)
A seatback side pocket is located on the
inboard side of the front passenger seat.
SUNGLASSES CASE
The sunglasses case can be opened by
pushing the button.
WARNING
The sunglasses case should not be
used while driving so full attention may
be given to vehicle operation.
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STORAGE
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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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