2003 NISSAN MAXIMA glove box

Supplemental front air bag systemThe driver supplemental air bag is located in
the center of the steering wheel; the front
passenger supplemental air bag is mounted in
the dashboard above the glove box. These
systems are designed to meet optional certifi-
cation requirements under U.S. regulations.
They are also permitted in Canada. The op-
tional certification allows front air bags to be
designed to inflate somewhat less forcefully
than previously.However, all of the informa-
tion, cautions and warnings in this manual
still apply and must be followed.The front
air bags are designed to inflate in higherseverity frontal collisions, although they may
inflate if the forces in another type of collision
are similar to those of a higher severity frontal
impact. They may not inflate in certain frontal
collisions. Vehicle damage (or lack of it) is not
always an indication of proper supplemental
air bag operation.
The supplemental air bag system has dual
stage inflators for both the driver and passen-
ger air bags. The system monitors information
from the crash zone sensor, the diagnosis
sensor unit and seat belt buckle sensors that
detect if the seat belts are fastened, inflator
operation is based on the severity of a collision
and whether the seat belts are being used.
SSS0162
SSS0173
Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems
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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
Compass display (if so equipped)............................. 2-6
Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders ........ 2-9
Checking bulbs ..................................................... 2-9
Warning lights....................................................... 2-9
Indicator lights .................................................... 2-12
Audible reminders .............................................. 2-13
Security systems ..................................................... 2-14
Vehivle security system ...................................... 2-14
Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System .................. 2-15
Windshield wiper and washer switch ...................... 2-16
Rear window and outside mirror (if so equipped)
defogger switch ....................................................... 2-17
Headlight and turn signal switch ............................. 2-18
Xenon headlights................................................ 2-19
Headlight switch ................................................. 2-19
Turn signal switch .............................................. 2-21
Fog light switch (if so equipped) ............................. 2-21
Hazard warning flasher switch ................................ 2-22Horn......................................................................... 2-22
Heated seats (if so equipped) ................................. 2-23
Heated steering wheel (if so equipped) .................. 2-24
Traction control system (TCS) cancel switch
(if so equipped) ....................................................... 2-24
Power outlet ............................................................ 2-24
Cigarette lighter and ashtray (accessory) ............... 2-25
Storage .................................................................... 2-26
Trays................................................................... 2-26
Sunglasses holder .............................................. 2-26
Cup holder .......................................................... 2-27
Glove box ........................................................... 2-27
Console box ....................................................... 2-28
Cargo net (if so equipped) ................................. 2-28
Windows .................................................................. 2-29
Power windows .................................................. 2-29
Sunroof (if so equipped) ......................................... 2-31
Automatic sunroof .............................................. 2-31
Clock ....................................................................... 2-32
Adjusting the time............................................... 2-32
Trip computer .......................................................... 2-32
Interior light ............................................................. 2-34
Ceiling................................................................. 2-34
Personal light .......................................................... 2-35
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23. Power outlet (P.2-24) or cigarette lighter
(accessory) (P.2-25)
24. Hazard warning flasher switch (P.2-22)
25. Tray (P.2-26) or ashtray (accessory)
(P.2-25)
26. Glove box (P.2-27)
See the page indicated in parentheses for
operating details.
*: Refer to the separate Navigation System
Owner's Manual.
1. Fuel gauge
2. Speedometer
3. Warning/Indicator lights
4. Tachometer
5. Engine coolant temperature gauge6. Warning/Indicator lights
7. Odometer (Total/Twin trip)
8. Reset knob for trip odometer
9. Trip computer
10.Warning/Indicator lights
SIC1737
METERS AND GAUGES
Instruments and controls
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CUP HOLDER
WARNING
The cup holder should not be used while
driving so full attention may be given to
vehicle operation.
Front:
For larger cups, remove the inside tray.
CAUTION
IAvoid abrupt starting and braking
when the cup holder is being used to
prevent spilling the drink. If the liquid
is hot, it can scald you or your pas-
senger.
IUse only soft cups in the cup holder.
Hard objects can injure you in an
accident.
GLOVE BOXWhen locking or unlocking the glove box, use
the master key.
The glove box may be opened by pulling the
handle.
WARNING
Keep glove box lid closed while driving
to help prevent injury in an accident or a
sudden stop.
SIC1745
SIC1235
SPA0388
Instruments and controls
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You can only drive your vehicle using the
master or valet keys which are registered to
the Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System com-
ponents in your vehicle. These keys have a
transponder chip in the key head.
The master key can be used for all the locks.
The valet key cannot be used for the trunk lid
or glove box locks.
To protect belongings when you leave a key
with someone, give them the valet key only.
Never leave these keys in the vehicle.
Record the key number on the key number
plate supplied with your keys and keep it in asafe place (such as your wallet), not in the
vehicle. NISSAN does not record any key
numbers so it is very important to keep track of
your key number plate.
A key number is only necessary when you
have lost all keys and do not have one to
duplicate from. If you still have a key, this key
can be duplicated by your NISSAN dealer.
Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System KEY -
Master and Valet keys:
The key number is necessary when you need
extra Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System
keys. As many as 5 Nissan Vehicle Immobi-
lizer System keys can be used with one ve-
hicle. New keys must be registered to the
Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System compo-
nents in your vehicle by your NISSAN dealer.
At this time, you should bring all Nissan Ve-
hicle Immobilizer System keys that you have to
your NISSAN dealer for registration. This is
because the registration process will erase all
memory of the Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer
System components.
WARNING
IAlways have the doors locked while
driving. Along with the use of seat
belts, this provides greater safety in
the event of an accident by helping to
prevent persons from being thrown
from the vehicle. This also helps keep
children and others from unintention-
ally opening the doors, and will help
keep out intruders.
IBefore opening any door, always look
for and avoid oncoming traffic.
IDo not leave children unattended in-
side the vehicle. They could unknow-
ingly activate switches or controls.
Unattended children could become
involved in serious accidents.
SPA1379
KEYSDOORS3-2
Pre-driving checks and adjustments
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Gas cap .......................................................... 3-12
Gauge ............................................................... 2-3
Engine coolant temperature gauge ............. 2-5
Fuel gauge .................................................. 2-5
Odometer..................................................... 2-4
Speedometer ............................................... 2-4
Tachometer ................................................. 2-4
General maintenance ....................................... 8-2
Glove box........................................................ 2-27
Glove box lock ................................................ 2-27
H
Hazard warning flasher switch........................ 2-22
Head restraints ................................................. 1-6
Headlights
Bulb replacement ...................................... 8-27
Headlight switch ........................................ 2-19
Xenon headlights....................................... 2-19
Heated seats................................................... 2-23
Heated steering wheel (if so equipped).......... 2-24
Heater
Engine coolant heater ............................... 5-21
Heater and air conditioner controls ............. 4-3
Heater operation.......................................... 4-3
Heater operation, Semiautomatic air
conditioner ........................................................ 4-4
HomeLink
Universal Transceiver .................. 2-37
Hood, release ................................................. 3-10
Horn ................................................................ 2-22
How to stop alarm, Vehicle security ............... 2-15I
Ignition switch ................................................... 5-4
Automatic transmission models ........... 5-4, 5-8
Key positions ............................................... 5-6
Manual transmission models ............. 5-5, 5-11
Immobilizer system ......................................... 2-15
Indicator lights................................................. 2-12
Inspection/maintenance (I/M) test................... 9-21
Instrument panel ............................................... 2-2
Interior light ..................................................... 2-34
Interior light replacement ................................ 8-28
Interior trunk lid release .................................. 3-12
ISOFIX child restraint ..................................... 1-34
J
Jump starting .................................................... 6-6
K
Keyless entry .................................................... 3-4
Keys .................................................................. 3-2
L
Label, Air conditioner specification label ........ 9-12
Label, Emission control information label ....... 9-11
Label, F.M.V.S.S. certification label................ 9-11
Labels
Air bag warning labels............................... 1-18
Engine serial number ................................ 9-11Vehicle identification number (VIN)........... 9-10
LATCH system................................................ 1-34
License plate, Installing front license plate..... 9-13
Light
Air bag warning light ................................. 1-18
Bulb replacement ...................................... 8-26
Fog light switch ......................................... 2-21
Headlight switch ........................................ 2-19
Headlights Bulb replacement .................... 8-27
Interior light................................................ 2-34
Personal light............................................. 2-35
Replacement ............................................. 8-26
Trunk light.................................................. 2-36
Vanity mirror light ...................................... 2-36
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders ........................................... 2-9, 2-12
Xenon headlights....................................... 2-19
Lights, Exterior and interior light
replacement .................................................... 8-28
Loading information (See vehicle loading
information) ..................................................... 9-14
Lock
Door locks ................................................... 3-2
Glove box lock........................................... 2-27
Power door lock .......................................... 3-2
Trunk lid lock opener lever........................ 3-10
Low fuel warning light ..................................... 2-11
M
Maintenance
Battery ....................................................... 8-15
General maintenance .................................. 8-2
Inside the vehicle ........................................ 8-3
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