2008 NISSAN ALTIMA fuel cap release

1. Rear window defroster switch (P. 2-27)
2. Interior trunk lid release (P. 3-17)
3. Trunk lid (P. 3-16)
4. Vehicle loading (P.9-12)
5. Exterior trunk lid release/request button
(P.3-11)
6. Replacing bulbs (P. 8-26)
7. Fuel-filler cap, fuel recommendation
(P. 3-18, P. 9-3)
8. Fuel-filler door (P. 3-18)
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EXTERIOR REAR
0-4Illustrated table of contents
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3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Keys .............................................3-2
Intelligent Keys.................................3-2
Doors............................................3-3
Locking with key................................3-4
Locking with inside lock knob....................3-4
Locking with power door lock switch.............3-5
Intelligent Key system..............................3-5
Operating range................................3-7
Door locks/unlocks precaution...................3-8
Intelligent Key operation.........................3-8
How to use the remote keyless entry
function......................................3-12
Warning signals...............................3-14
Troubleshooting guide.........................3-14
Hood...........................................3-16
Trunk lid.........................................3-16Opener operation..............................3-16
Interior trunk lid release........................3-17
Fuel-filler door...................................3-18
Opener operation..............................3-18
Fuel-filler cap.................................3-18
Tilting telescopic steering column..................3-20
Tilt operation..................................3-20
Telescopic operation...........................3-20
Sun visors.......................................3-20
Vanity mirrors.................................3-21
Mirrors..........................................3-21
Rearview mirror (if so equipped).................3-21
Automatic anti-glare rearview mirror
(if so equipped)...............................3-22
Outside mirrors...............................3-22
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To open the trunk from the inside, pull the illumi-
nated release handle until the lock releases and
push up on the trunk lid. The release handle is
made of a material that glows in the dark after a
brief exposure to ambient light.
The handle is located inside the trunk compart-
ment on the interior of the trunk lid.
OPENER OPERATION
The fuel-filler door release is located on the floor
to the left of the driver’s seat. To open the fuel-
filler door, pull up the release. To lock, close the
fuel-filler door securely.
FUEL-FILLER CAP
The fuel-filler cap is a ratcheting type. Turn the
cap counterclockwise to remove. To tighten, turn
the cap clockwise until ratcheting clicks are
heard.
Put the fuel-filler cap on the cap holder
s1while
refueling.
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FUEL-FILLER DOOR
3-18Pre-driving checks and adjustments
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10 Index
A
Active Head Restraint.............1-11
Air bag (See supplemental restraint system). .1-39
Air bag system
Front (See supplemental front impact air
bag system).................1-46
Air bag warning light...........1-54, 2-13
Air cleaner housing filter............8-18
Air conditioner
Air conditioner operation..........4-13
Air conditioner service...........4-20
Air conditioner specification label.....9-11
Air conditioner system refrigerant and oil
recommendations..............9-6
Heater and air conditioner
controls................4-10, 4-18
Servicing air conditioner..........4-20
Air flow charts..................4-14
Alarm system
(See vehicle security system).........2-24
Anchor point locations.............1-23
Antenna.....................4-45
Anti-lock brake warning light..........2-10
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)........5-22
Audible reminders................2-16
Audio system..................4-20
Compact Disc (CD) changer. . . .4-34, 4-40
Compact disc (CD) player.........4-29
FM-AM radio with compact disc (CD)
player....................4-27FM/AM/SAT radio with compact disc
(CD) changer.............4-31, 4-38
Radio....................4-20
Autolight switch.................2-29
Automatic
Automatic power window switch.....2-42
Transmission selector lever lock
release....................5-13
Automatic anti-glare inside mirror.......3-22
AUX jack..............4-30, 4-36, 4-42
B
Battery......................8-15
Charge warning light............2-11
Before starting the engine............5-8
Belt (See drive belt)..............8-16
Block heater
Engine....................5-27
BluetoothThands-free phone
system..................4-46, 4-60
Booster seats..................1-34
Brake
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)......5-22
Brake fluid..................8-13
Brake light (See stop light).........8-27
Brake system................5-21
Brake warning light.............2-11
Brake wear indicators........2-16, 8-21
Parking brake operation..........5-16
Self-adjusting brakes............8-21Brakes......................8-21
Break-in schedule................5-18
Brightness control
Instrument panel..............2-31
Brightness/contrast button...........4-7
Bulb check/instrument panel..........2-10
Bulb replacement................8-27
C
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...................9-2
Car phone or CB radio.............4-45
Cargo (See vehicle loading information) . . .9-12
CD care and cleaning.............4-43
CD changer (See audio system). . . .4-34, 4-40
CD player (See audio system).........4-29
Child restraint with top tether strap......1-23
Child restraints.......1-14, 1-15, 1-19, 1-21
Precautions on child
restraints............1-19, 1-28, 1-34
Top tether strap anchor point locations . .1-23
Chimes, audible reminders...........2-16
Cleaning exterior and interior..........7-2
Clock.............4-5, 4-28, 4-32, 4-39
(models with navigation system)......4-5
(models without navigation
system)................4-28, 4-32
Clock set..............4-5, 4-28, 4-32
Clutch
Clutch fluid.................8-14
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Fuel recommendation............9-3
Fuel-filler door and cap...........3-18
Fuel-filler door lock opener lever......3-18
Fuses......................8-21
Fusible links...................8-23
G
Garage door opener, HomeLinkTUniversal
Transceiver...................2-46
Gascap.....................3-18
Gauge
Engine coolant temperature gauge.....2-5
Fuel gauge..................2-6
Odometer...................2-4
Speedometer.................2-4
Tachometer..................2-5
Trip odometer.................2-4
General maintenance..............8-2
Glove box....................2-39
Glove box lock.................2-39
Grocery hooks.................2-40
H
Hands-free phone system,
BluetoothT................4-46, 4-60
Hazard warning flasher switch.........2-32
Head restraints.................1-10
Active Head Restraint...........1-11
Headlight and turn signal switch........2-27
Headlight control switch............2-28
Headlights....................8-26
Heated seats..................2-33Heater
Heater and air conditioner
controls................4-10, 4-18
Heater operation...........4-12, 4-19
HomeLinkTUniversal Transceiver.......2-46
Hood release..................3-16
Horn.......................2-33
I
Ignition Switch
Push-Button Ignition Switch.........5-6
Immobilizer system...............2-25
Important vehicle information label.......9-10
In-cabin microfilter...............8-19
Increasing fuel economy............5-19
Indicator lights and audible reminders
(See warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders)....................2-10
Inside automatic anti-glare mirror.......3-22
Inside mirror...................3-21
Instrument brightness control.........2-31
Instrument panel..............0-6, 2-2
Instrument panel dimmer switch........2-31
Intelligent Key system..............3-5
Key operating range.............3-7
Key operation.................3-8
Mechanical key................3-3
Remote keyless entry operation......3-12
Troubleshooting guide...........3-14
Warning signals...............3-14
Interior light...................2-45
Interior trunk lid release.............3-17
ISOFIX child restraints.............1-21J
Jump starting...................6-6
K
Keyfob battery replacement..........8-24
Keyless entry
With Intelligent Key system
(See Intelligent Key system)........3-12
Keys, For Intelligent Key system.........3-2
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)..........1-53
Language setting.................4-6
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren)
System......................1-21
License plate
Installing the license plate.........9-12
Light
Air bag warning light.........1-54, 2-13
Brake light (See stop light).........8-27
Bulb check/instrument panel........2-10
Bulb replacement..............8-27
Charge warning light............2-11
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