2006 NISSAN ALTIMA fuel cap release

1. Rear window defroster switch (P. 2-20)
2. Trunk lid (P. 3-10)
3. Vehicle loading (P.9-12)
4. Interior trunk lid release (P. 3-11)
5. Replacing bulbs (P. 8-30)
6. Fuel filler cap, fuel recommendation
(P. 3-12, P. 9-3)
7. Fuel-filler door (P. 3-12)
8. Child safety locks (P. 3-5)
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EXTERIOR REAR
0-4Illustrated table of contents
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3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Keys .............................................3-2
Nissan vehicle immobilizer system keys...........3-2
Doors............................................3-3
Locking with key................................3-3
Locking with inside lock knob....................3-4
Locking with power door lock switch.............3-4
Child safety rear door lock.......................3-5
Remote keyless entry system (if so equipped).........3-5
How to use remote keyless entry system..........3-6
Hood............................................3-9
Trunk lid.........................................3-10
Opener operation..............................3-10
Key operation (if so equipped)..................3-11
Interior trunk lid release........................3-11Fuel-filler door...................................3-12
Opener operation..............................3-12
Fuel-filler cap.................................3-12
Tilting telescopic steering column..................3-13
Tilt operation..................................3-13
Telescopic operation...........................3-14
Sun visors.......................................3-14
Vanity mirrors.................................3-14
Mirrors..........................................3-15
Rearview mirror...............................3-15
Automatic anti-glare rearview mirror
(if so equipped)...............................3-15
Outside mirrors...............................3-15
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cDo not fill a portable fuel container in
the vehicle or trailer. Static electricity
can cause an explosion of flammable
liquid, vapor or gas in any vehicle or
trailer. To reduce the risk of serious
injury or death when filling portable fuel
containers:
– Always place the container on the
ground when filling.
– Do not use electronic devices when
filling.
– Keep the pump nozzle in contact
with the container while you are fill-
ing it.
– Use only approved portable fuel con-
tainers for flammable liquid.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 cap
properly may cause the
mal-
function indicator light (MIL) to illumi-
nate. If the
light illuminates be-
cause the fuel-filler cap is loose or
missing, tighten or install the cap and
continue to drive the vehicle.
The
light should turn off after a
few driving trips. If the
light
does not turn off after a few driving
trips, have the vehicle inspected by a
NISSAN dealer.
cFor additional information, see the
“Malfunction indicator light (MIL)” in
the “Instruments and Controls” section
earlier in this manual.TILT OPERATION
Pull the lock levers1forward and adjust the
steering wheel up or down
s2to 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.
WPD0234
TILTING TELESCOPIC STEERING
COLUMN
Pre-driving checks and adjustments3-13
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10 Index
A
Active head restraint...............1-8
Air bag (See supplemental restraint system). .1-34
Air bag system
Front (See supplemental front impact air
bag system).................1-41
Air bag warning light...........1-49, 2-13
Air cleaner housing filter............8-21
Air conditioner
Air conditioner operation..........4-15
Air conditioner service...........4-22
Air conditioner specification label.....9-11
Air conditioner system refrigerant and oil
recommendations..............9-6
Heater and air conditioner
controls................4-11, 4-20
Servicing air conditioner..........4-22
Air flow charts..................4-16
Alarm system
(See vehicle security system).........2-16
Anchor point locations.............1-26
Antenna.....................4-41
Anti-lock brake system (ABS).........5-19
Anti-lock brake warning light..........2-11
Armrests.....................1-7
Audible reminders................2-15
Audio system..................4-23
AM-FM-SAT radio with compact disc
(CD) changer................4-35
Compact Disc (CD) changer.......4-38FM-AM radio with compact disc (CD)
changer...................4-30
FM-AM radio with compact disc (CD)
player....................4-25
Radio....................4-23
Autolight switch.................2-22
Automatic
Automatic power window switch.....2-39
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF). . . .8-13
Automatic transmission position indicator
light.....................2-14
Driving with automatic transmission.....5-7
Transmission selector lever lock
release....................5-10
B
Battery......................8-17
Charge warning light............2-12
Before starting the engine............5-6
Belts (See drive belts).............8-19
Booster seats..................1-29
Brake
Anti-lock brake system (ABS).......5-19
Brake booster................8-26
Brake fluid..................8-15
Brake light (See stop light).........8-32
Brake pedal.................8-25
Brake system................5-18
Brake warning light.............2-12
Brake wear indicators........2-15, 8-26Parking brake check............8-25
Parking brake operation..........5-14
Self-adjusting brakes............8-26
Break-in schedule................5-16
Brightness control
Instrument panel..............2-24
Brightness/Contrast button..........4-10
Control panel buttons...........4-10
Bulb check/instrument panel..........2-11
Bulb replacement................8-32
C
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...................9-2
Car phone or CB radio.............4-41
Cargo (See vehicle loading information) . . .9-12
CD care and cleaning.............4-40
CD changer (See audio system)........4-38
Child restraint with top tether strap......1-25
Child restraints.......1-11, 1-12, 1-17, 1-24
Precautions on child restraints . . .1-17, 1-29
Top tether strap anchor point locations . .1-26
Child safety rear door lock............3-5
Chimes, audible reminders...........2-15
Cigarette lighter and ashtray..........2-29
Cleaning exterior and interior..........7-2
Clock............4-26, 4-30, 4-36, 4-40
(models with navigation system)......4-8
Clock set
Control panel buttons............4-8
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Fuel Econ button
Control panel buttons............4-4
Fuses......................8-26
Fusible links...................8-27
G
Garage door opener, HomeLinkTUniversal
Transceiver...................2-43
Gascap.....................3-12
Gauge
Engine coolant temperature gauge.....2-8
Engine oil pressure gauge..........2-9
Fuel consumption gauge..........2-10
Fuel gauge..................2-8
Odometer...................2-4
Speedometer.................2-4
Tachometer..................2-7
Trip computer.................2-5
Trip odometer.................2-4
Voltmeter..................2-10
General maintenance..............8-2
Glove box....................2-33
Glove box lock.................2-33
Grocery hooks.................2-36
H
Hazard warning flasher switch.........2-26
Head restraints..................1-7
Active head restraint.............1-8
Headlight and turn signal switch........2-21
Headlight control switch............2-21
Heated seats..................2-27Heater
Heater and air conditioner
controls................4-11, 4-20
Heater operation...........4-14, 4-21
HomeLinkTUniversal Transceiver.......2-43
Hood release...................3-9
Horn.......................2-26
I
Ignition switch..................5-4
Immobilizer system..........2-17, 3-2, 5-5
Important vehicle information label.......9-10
In-cabin microfilter...............8-21
Increasing fuel economy............5-16
Indicator lights and audible reminders
(See warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders)....................2-11
Inside mirror...................3-15
Instrument brightness control.........2-24
Instrument panel.................2-2
Instrument panel dimmer switch........2-24
Interior light...................2-41
Interior trunk lid release.............3-11
ISOFIX child restraints.............1-24
J
Jump starting...................6-6
K
Key ........................3-2Keyfob battery replacement..........8-29
Keyless entry system
(See remote keyless entry system).......3-5
L
Labels
Air conditioner specification label.....9-11
C.M.V.S.S. certification label........9-10
Emission control information label.....9-11
Engine serial number............9-10
F.M.V.S.S. certification label........9-10
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate . .9-9
Warning labels (for SRS)..........1-48
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers
for CHildren) System..............1-24
License plate
Installing the license plate.........9-12
Light
Air bag warning light.........1-49, 2-13
Brake light (See stop light).........8-32
Bulb check/instrument panel........2-11
Bulb replacement..............8-32
Charge warning light............2-12
Fog light switch...............2-25
Headlight and turn signal switch......2-21
Headlight control switch..........2-21
Interior light.................2-41
Light bulbs..................8-30
Low washer fluid warning light.......2-13
Passenger air bag and status light.....1-43
Spotlights (See map light).........2-42
Trunk light..................2-43
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders..................2-11
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