2016 NISSAN MAXIMA lights

19. Cruise control main/Intelligent CruiseControl (ICC) (if so equipped) set
switches (P. 5-40, 5-42)
20. Hood release (P. 3-20)
21. Fuse box (P. 8-22)
22. Heated steering wheel switch
(if so equipped) (P. 2-45)
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF
switch (P. 2-45)
Trunk release switch (P. 3-21)
Rear power sunshade switch
(if so equipped) (P. 2-57)
23. Instrument brightness control
(P. 2-38)/Twin trip odometer reset
switch (P. 2-3)
* Refer to the separate Navigation System Own-
er’s Manual.
Refer to the page number indicated in pa-
rentheses for operating details.
1. Tachometer
2. Warning lights and indicator lights
3. Vehicle information display/Odometer/Twin trip odometer
4. Speedometer 5. Fuel gauge
6. Engine coolant temperature gauge
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METERS AND GAUGES
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Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning lightPower steering warning lightSecurity indicator light
orBrake warning lightSeat belt warning light and chimeSide light and headlight indicator light (green)
Charge warning lightSupplemental air bag warning lightSlip indicator light
Engine oil pressure warning lightFront fog light indicator lightTurn signal/hazard indicator lights
Forward emergency braking system warning light
(if so equipped)Front passenger air bag status lightVehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF indicator
light
Low tire pressure warning lightHigh beam indicator light (blue)
Master warning lightMalfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
CHECKING LED
With all doors closed, apply the parking brake
and place the ignition switch to the ON position
without starting the engine. The following lights
will come on:
,,,,,
The following lights come on briefly and then go
off:
,,,,,
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
For additional information, refer to “Vehicle infor-
mation display” in this section.
Anti-lock Braking System(ABS) warning light
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the ABS warning light illuminates and
then turns off. This indicates the ABS is opera-
tional.
WARNING LIGHTS, INDICATOR
LIGHTS AND AUDIBLE REMINDERS
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Unless checked and repaired, the supplemental
restraint system (air bag system) and/or the seat
belts with pretensioner system may not function
properly. For additional information, refer to
“Supplemental restraint system (SRS)” in the
“Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental re-
straint system” section of this manual.
WARNING
If the supplemental air bag warning light
is on, it could mean that the front air bag,
side air bag, curtain air bag, and/or pre-
tensioner systems will not operate in an
accident. To help avoid injury to yourself
or others, have your vehicle checked by a
NISSAN dealer as soon as possible.
INDICATOR LIGHTS
For additional information, refer to “Vehicle infor-
mation display” in this section.
Front fog light indicator light
The front fog light indicator light illuminates when
the front fog lights are ON. For additional infor-
mation, refer to “Fog light switch” in this section.
Front passenger air bag statuslight
The front passenger air bag status light will be lit
and the passenger front air bag will be OFF
depending on how the front passenger seat is
being used.
For additional information, refer to “Front passen-
ger air bag and status light” in the “Safety —
Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint sys-
tem” section of this manual.
High beam indicator light(blue)
This blue light comes on when the headlight high
beams are on and goes out when the low beams
are selected.
The high beam indicator light also comes on
when the passing signal is activated.
Malfunction Indicator Light(MIL)
If this indicator light comes on steady or blinks
while the engine is running, it may indicate a
potential emission control malfunction. The MIL may also come on steady if the fuel-filler
cap is loose or missing, or if the vehicle runs out
of fuel. Check to make sure the fuel-filler cap is
installed and closed tightly, and that the vehicle
has at least 3 gallons (11.4 liters) of fuel in the
fuel tank.
After a few driving trips, the
light should
turn off if no other potential emission control
system malfunction exists.
If this indicator light comes on steady for 20 sec-
onds and then blinks for 10 seconds when the
engine is not running, it indicates that the vehicle
is not ready for an emission control system
inspection/maintenance test. For additional infor-
mation, refer to “Readiness for
inspection/maintenance (I/M) test” in the “Tech-
nical and consumer information” section of this
manual.
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Operation
The MIL will come on in one of two ways:● MIL on steady — An emission control system
malfunction has been detected. Check the
fuel-filler cap if the LOOSE FUEL CAP
warning appears in the vehicle information
display. If the fuel-filler cap is loose or miss-
ing, 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. You do not need to have your vehicle
towed to the dealer.
● MIL blinking — An engine misfire has been
detected which may damage the emission
control system. To reduce or avoid emission
control system damage:
– do not drive at speeds above 45 mph (72 km/h).
– avoid hard acceleration or deceleration.
– avoid steep uphill grades.
– if possible, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled or towed. The MIL may stop blinking and come on steady.
Have the vehicle inspected by a NISSAN dealer.
You do not need to have your vehicle towed to the
dealer.
CAUTION
Continued vehicle operation without hav-
ing the emission control system checked
and repaired as necessary could lead to
poor driveability, reduced fuel economy,
and possible damage to the emission con-
trol system.
Security indicator light
This light blinks when the ignition switch is
placed in the OFF, LOCK or ACC (if so
equipped) position.
The blinking security indicator light indicates that
the security systems equipped on the vehicle are
operational.
For additional information, refer to “Security sys-
tems” in this section.
Side light and headlight
indicator light (green)
The side light and headlight indicator light illumi-
nates when the side light or headlights are ON
(not including daytime running or signature lights) . If the headlight switch is in the AUTO
position (if so equipped) , the side light and head-
light indicator light will illuminate when the head-
lights turn on. For additional information, refer to
“Headlight and turn signal switch” in this section.
Slip indicator light
This indicator will blink when the VDC system is
operating, thus alerting the driver to the fact that
the road surface is slippery and the vehicle is
nearing its traction limits.
You may feel or hear the system working; this is
normal.
The light will blink for a few seconds after the
VDC system stops limiting wheel spin.
The
indicator light also comes on when
you place the ignition switch in the ON position.
The light will turn off after approximately 2 sec-
onds if the system is operational. If the light does
not come on have the system checked by a
NISSAN dealer.
Turn signal/hazard indicator
lights
The appropriate light flashes when the turn signal
switch is activated.
Both lights flash when the hazard switch is turned
on.
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Vehicle Dynamic Control(VDC) OFF indicator light
This indicator light comes on when the VDC off
switch is pushed to OFF. This indicates the VDC
system is not operating.
Push the VDC off switch again or restart the
engine and the system will operate normally. For
additional information, refer to “Vehicle Dynamic
Control (VDC) system” in the “Starting and driv-
ing” section of this manual.
The VDC light also comes on when you place the
ignition switch in the ON position. The light will
turn off after about 2 seconds if the system is
operational. If the light stays on or comes on
along with the
indicator light while you are
driving, have the VDC system checked by a
NISSAN dealer.
While the VDC system is operating, you might
feel slight vibration or hear the system working
when starting the vehicle or accelerating, but this
is normal.
AUDIBLE REMINDERS
Brake pad wear warning
The disc brake pads have audible wear warnings.
When a disc brake pad requires replacement, it
makes a high pitched scraping sound when the
vehicle is in motion, whether or not the brake
pedal is depressed. Have the brakes checked as
soon as possible if the warning sound is heard.
Key left reminder chime
A chime sounds if the driver’s door is opened
while the ignition switch is placed in the ACC or
OFF position with the Intelligent Key left in the
vehicle. Make sure the ignition switch is placed in
the LOCK position, and take the Intelligent Key
with you when leaving the vehicle.
Light reminder chime
With the ignition switch placed in the OFF posi-
tion, a chime sounds when the driver’s door is
opened if the headlights or parking lights are on.
Turn the headlight control switch off or to AUTO
(if so equipped) before leaving the vehicle.
NISSAN Intelligent Key® Lock-in
Prevention
The Intelligent Key buzzer sounds if the Intelligent
Key is left inside the vehicle when the doors are
closed and locked. When the buzzer sounds, be
sure to take the Intelligent key with you when
leaving the vehicle. For additional information,
refer to “NISSAN Intelligent Key®” in the “Pre-
driving checks and adjustments” section of this
manual.
Parking brake reminder chime
A chime sounds if the parking brake is set and the
vehicle is driven. The chime will stop if the parking
brake is released or the vehicle speed returns to
zero.
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●View History - Select to display the vehicle’s
recorded fuel economy information history.
To reset the information, press the OK but-
ton and confirm the reset by pressing the OK
button again when prompted.
Navigation Settings
This setting allows the customer to configure the
navigation options in the vehicle information dis-
play as well as the navigation display mode in the
meter.
1. Use the
buttons to select “Navigation
Setting”.
2. Press the OK button to turn ON/OFF the Navigation alert that appears in the meter.
3. Press the OK button to change the “View Mode” between “City” and “Arrow” which
changes how the road intersection is dis-
played when a route is set.
Welcome Effect
The welcome screen display can be adjusted
when the ignition switch is placed in the ACC or
ON position. Press the
button to toggle
through the menu options. Press the OK button
to turn on/off the following:
● Gauges - Enables/disables the needle
movement at startup. ●
Animation - Enables/disables the vehicle
video at startup.
Vehicle Settings
The vehicle settings allows the customer to
change settings for interior lights, turn signals,
intelligent key settings, unlock settings and other
vehicle settings.
The vehicle settings can be changed using
the
,, and the OK buttons.
Lighting
Select the Lighting menu option to adjust the
following: ● Auto Room Lamp
● Accent Lighting
● Light Sensitivity - The light sensitivity can be
set to illuminate earlier based on the bright-
ness outside the vehicle. Press OK to
change the sensitivity timing.
● Light Off Delay - The duration of the auto-
matic headlights can be changed from 0 to
180 seconds. Press OK to change the du-
ration. Turn Indicator
The 3 flash pass can be set to be ON or OFF.
From the Turn Indicator menu, select “3 Flash
On”. Use the OK button to turn this feature ON or
OFF.
Locking
Select the “Locking” menu option to turn on/off
the following locking indicators:
● Ext. Door Switch — When this item is turned
on, the request switches are activated for
door locking and unlocking. From the Ve-
hicle Settings menu, select “Ext. Door
Switch”. Use the OK button to toggle be-
tween ON and OFF. When “ON” is high-
lighted, Ext. Door Switch is turned on.
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VEHICLE INFORMATION DISPLAY
WARNINGS AND INDICATORS
1. Engine start operation
2. No Key Detected
3. Shift to Park
4. Key Battery Low
5. Engine start operation for Intelligent Key sys-tem (if I-Key battery level is low)
6. Key ID Incorrect
7. Parking Sensor Error: See Owner’s Manual
8. Release Parking Brake
9. Low Fuel
10. Low Washer Fluid
11. Door/Trunk Open
12. I-Key System Error: See Owner’s Manual
13. Loose Fuel Cap
14. Headlight System Error: See Owner’s Manual
15. Tire Pressure Low – Add Air
16. Sensor
17. Park Sensor 18. Driver Attention Alert Malfunction (if so
equipped)
19. Alarm - Time for a break? (if so equipped)
20. Driver Attention Alert - Take a Break? (if so equipped)
21. Illumination Brightness Control
22. Shipping Mode On Push Storage Fuse (if so equipped)
23. Power will turn off to save the battery
24. Power turned off to save the battery
25. Reminder: Turn OFF headlights
26. Chassis Control System Error: See Owner’s Manual (if so equipped)
27. Oil and Filter
28. Tire
29. Other
30. Cruise indicators
31. Transmission Shift Position Indicator
32. CVT Error: See Owner’s Manual
33. BSW/RCTA system malfunction: See Own- er’s Manual (if so equipped)
34. FEB/PFCW system malfunction: See Own- er’s Manual (if so equipped) 35. Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system ON
indicator (if so equipped)
36. SPORT
37. Outside Temperature Display
38. Low Outside Temperature Alert
Engine start operation
This indicator appears when the shift lever is in
the P (Park) position.
This indicator means that the engine will start by
pushing the ignition switch with the brake pedal
depressed. You can start the engine from any
position of the ignition switch.
No Key Detected
This warning appears when the Intelligent Key is
left outside the vehicle with the ignition switch in
the ON position. Make sure the Intelligent Key is
inside the vehicle.
For additional information, refer to “NISSAN In-
telligent Key®” in the “Pre-driving checks and
adjustments” section of this manual.
Shift to Park
This warning illuminates when the ignition switch
is in the ACC or OFF position and the shift lever
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Reminder: Turn OFF headlights
This warning appears when the headlights are
left in the ON position when exiting the vehicle.
Place the headlight switch in the OFF or AUTO
position. For additional information, refer to
“Headlight and turn signal switch” in this section.
Chassis Control System Error: See Own-
er’s Manual (if so equipped)
This warning appears if the Integrated Dynamics-
control module detects an error in the Active
Trace Control, Active Engine Brake, or the Active
Ride Control systems. Have the system checked
by a NISSAN dealer. For additional information,
refer to “Integrated Dynamic-control Module, Ac-
tive Trace Control, Active Engine Brake, or the
Active Ride Control” in the “Starting and driving”
section of this manual.
Oil and Filter
This indicator appears when the customer set
distance comes for changing the engine oil and
filter. You can set or reset the distance for check-
ing or replacing these items. For scheduled main-
tenance items and intervals, see a “NISSAN Ser-
vice and Maintenance Guide.”Tire
This indicator appears when the customer set
distance is reached for replacing tires. You can
set or reset the distance for replacing tires.
WARNING
The tire replacement indicator is not a
substitute for regular tire checks, includ-
ing tire pressure checks. For additional
information, refer to “Changing wheels
and tires” in the “Maintenance and do-it-
yourself” section of this manual. Many fac-
tors including tire inflation, alignment,
driving habits and road conditions affect
tire wear and when tires should be re-
placed. Setting the tire replacement indi-
cator for a certain driving distance does
not mean your tires will last that long. Use
the tire replacement indicator as a guide
only and always perform regular tire
checks. Failure to perform regular tire
checks, including tire pressure checks
could result in tire failure. Serious vehicle
damage could occur and may lead to a
collision, which could result in serious
personal injury or death.
Other
This indicator appears when the customer set
distance is reached for checking or replacing maintenance items other than the engine oil, oil
filter and tires. Other maintenance items can in-
clude such things as air filter or tire rotation. The
distance for checking or replacing the items can
be set or reset.
Cruise indicators
This indicator shows the cruise control system
status.
When cruise control is activated,
will illu-
minate to indicate it is set. The vehicle information
display will also display the speed the cruise
control was set at. If you accelerate past the set
speed, the speed will blink until you either cancel
cruise control or go back to the set speed. If
cruise control is on and cancelled, the speed will
be displayed to show the speed the vehicle will
return to if the resume button his activated.
Transmission Shift Position Indicator
This indicator shows the transmission shift posi-
tion.
CVT Error: See Owner’s Manual
This warning illuminates when the there is a prob-
lem with the CVT system. If this warning comes
on, have the system checked by a NISSAN
dealer.
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