2016 NISSAN MAXIMA check engine

The front seats are warmed by built-in heaters.1. Start the engine.
2. Push the LO or HI position of the switch, as desired. The indicator light in the switch will
illuminate.
The heater is controlled by a thermostat,
automatically turning the heater on and off.
The indicator light will remain on as long as
the switch is on.
3. When the seat is warmed or before you leave the vehicle, be sure to turn the switch
off.
WARNING
Do not use or allow occupants to use the
seat heater if you or the occupants cannot
monitor elevated seat temperatures or
have an inability to feel pain in body parts
that contact the seat. Use of the seat
heater by such people could result in seri-
ous injury.
CAUTION
●The battery could run down if the seat
heater is operated while the engine is
not running.
● Do not use the seat heater for extended
periods or when no one is using the
seat.
● Do not put anything on the seat which
insulates heat, such as a blanket, cush-
ion, seat cover, etc. Otherwise, the seat
may become overheated.
● Do not place anything hard or heavy on
the seat or pierce it with a pin or similar
object. This may result in damage to the
heater.
● Any liquid spilled on the heated seat
should be removed immediately with a
dry cloth. ●
When cleaning the seat, never use
gasoline, benzine, thinner, or any simi-
lar materials.
● If any malfunctions are found or the
heated seat does not operate, turn the
switch off and have the system checked
by a NISSAN dealer.
LIC1543
HEATED SEATS (if so equipped)
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The climate controlled seat warms up or cools
down the front seat by blowing warm or cool air
from under the surface of the seat. The climate
control switch is located on the center console.
The climate controlled seat can be operated as
follows:1. Start the engine.
2. Turn the control knob
Ato the heat side1
or the cool side2. The indicator lightBon
the control knob will illuminate.
3. Adjust the desired amount of air using the control knob. The climate controlled seat
blower remains on low speed for approxi- mately 60 seconds after turning the switch
on or selecting the desired temperature.
4. When the vehicle’s interior is warmed or cooled, or before you leave the vehicle, be
sure to turn the control knob to the Off
(center) position. The indicator light
Bon
the control knob goes off with the switch in
the off (center) position.
To check the air filter for the climate controlled
seat, contact a NISSAN dealer.
WARNING
Do not use or allow occupants to use the
climate controlled seats if you or the oc-
cupants cannot monitor seat tempera-
tures or have an inability to feel pain in
those body parts in contact with the seat.
Use of the climate controlled seats by
such people could result in serious injury.
CAUTION
● The battery could run down if the cli-
mate control seat is operated while the
engine is not running.
● Do not use the climate control seat for
extended periods or when no one is
using the seat. ●
Do not put anything on the seat which
insulates heat, such as a blanket, cush-
ion, seat cover, etc. Otherwise, the seat
may become overheated.
● Do not place anything hard or heavy on
the seat or pierce it with a pin or similar
objects. This may result in damage to
the climate controlled seat.
● Any liquid spilled on the seat should be
removed immediately with a dry cloth
● The climate controlled seat has an air
filter. Do not operate the climate con-
trolled seat without an air filter. This
may result in damage to the system.
● When cleaning the seat, never use
gasoline, benzine, thinner, or any simi-
lar materials.
● If any malfunctions are found or the
climate controlled seat does not oper-
ate, turn the switch off and have the
system checked by a NISSAN dealer.
SIC4334
CLIMATE CONTROL SEAT SWITCH (if
so equipped)
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3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Keys .............................................3-2NISSAN Intelligent Key® . .......................3-2
Doors ............................................3-3
Locking with key ................................3-4
Locking with inside lock knob ....................3-5
Locking with power door lock switch . . . ..........3-5
Automatic door locks ...........................3-5
Child safety rear door lock .......................3-6
NISSAN Intelligent Key® ...........................3-6
Operating range ................................3-7
Door locks/unlocks precaution ...................3-8
NISSAN Intelligent Key® Operation ..............3-8
How to use the remote keyless entry
function ...................................... 3-11
Warning signals ............................... 3-15
Troubleshooting guide ......................... 3-16
Remote Engine Start .............................. 3-18
Remote engine start operating range . . . .........3-18
Remote starting the vehicle .....................3-18
Extending engine run time ......................3-19
Canceling a remote start .......................3-19Conditions the remote start will not work
.........3-19
Hood ........................................... 3-20
Trunk lid ......................................... 3-21
Opener operation .............................. 3-21
Interior trunk lid release ........................ 3-22
Interior trunk access ........................... 3-22
Fuel-filler door ................................... 3-23
Opening the fuel-filler door .....................3-23
Fuel-filler cap ................................. 3-23
Steering wheel ................................... 3-25
Manual operation (if so equipped) ...............3-25
Automatic operation (if so equipped)............. 3-26
Sun visors ....................................... 3-27
Vanity mirrors ................................. 3-27
Mirrors .......................................... 3-28
Automatic anti-glare rearview mirror .............3-28
Outside mirrors ............................... 3-28
Automatic drive positioner (if so equipped) ..........3-30
Memory

storage function ....................... 3-30
Entry/exit function ............................. 3-31
System operation .............................. 3-31

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Verify the location of all Intelligent Keys that are
programmed for the vehicle. If another Intelligent
Key is in range or inside the vehicle, the vehicle
system may respond differently than expected.
SymptomPossible CauseRemedy
When pushing the ignition switch to stop
the engine The red “Shift to Park” warning appears on
the vehicle information display and the in-
side warning chime sounds continuously.
The shift lever is not in the P (Park) position. Move the shift lever to the P (Park) position.
When shifting the shift lever to the P (Park)
position The Push ignition to OFF warning appears
in the display.
The ignition switch is in the ACC position.Place the ignition switch in the OFF
position.
When opening the driver’s door to get out
of the vehicle The door open warning appears on the dis-
play and the inside warning chime sounds
continuously.
The ignition switch is in the ACC position.
Place the ignition switch in the ON position
or close the driver’s door.
When closing the door after getting out of
the vehicle The yellow “No Key Detected” warning ap-
pears on the vehicle information display, the
outside chime sounds three times and the
inside warning chime sounds for approxi-
mately three seconds.
The Intelligent Key is not detected inside of
the vehicle.
Place the ignition switch in the OFF
position.
The red “Shift to Park” warning appears on
the vehicle information display and the in-
side and outside chimes sound
continuously. The ignition switch is in the ACC or OFF
position and the shift lever is not in the P
(Park) position.
Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
When closing the door with the inside lock
knob turned to LOCK The outside chime sounds for approximately
three seconds and all the doors unlock.
The Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle. Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
When pushing the door handle request
switch or the LOCK button on the Intelli-
gent Key to lock the door The outside chime sounds for approximately
three seconds.
The Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle. Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
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SymptomPossible CauseRemedy
When pushing the ignition switch to start
the engine The Intelligent Key battery indicator appears
on the display.
The battery charge is low.Replace the battery with a new one. For
additional information, refer to “Battery re-
placement” in the “Maintenance and do-it-
yourself” section of this manual.
The yellow “Key ID Incorrect” warning ap-
pears on the vehicle information display. The Intelligent Key is not detected inside of
the vehicle.Carry the registered Intelligent Key with
you.
When closing the trunk lid The outside chime sounds for approximately
10 seconds and the trunk lid opens. The Intelligent Key is inside the trunk. Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
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Thebutton will be on the NISSAN Intelli-
gent Key® if the vehicle has remote engine start.
This feature allows the engine to start from out-
side the vehicle.
The following features may be affected when the
remote start feature is used:
● Vehicles with an automatic climate control
system will default to either a heating or
cooling mode depending on outside and
cabin temperatures. For additional informa-
tion, refer to “Remote engine start logic” in
the “Monitor, climate, audio, phone and
voice recognition systems section in this
manual. ●
Vehicle equipped with heated seats may
have this feature come on during a remote
start, depending on the seat heater position.
For additional information, refer to “Heated
seats” in the “Instruments and controls” sec-
tion of this manual.
Laws in some local communities may restrict the
use of remote starters. For example, some laws
require a person using remote start to have the
vehicle in view. Check local regulations for any
requirements.
Other conditions may affect the function of the
Remote Engine Start feature. For additional infor-
mation, refer to “Conditions the remote start will
not work” in this section.
Other conditions can affect the performance of
the Intelligent Key transmitter. For additional in-
formation, refer to “NISSAN Intelligent Key®
System” in this section.
REMOTE ENGINE START
OPERATING RANGE
CAUTION
When the Intelligent Key battery is dis-
charged or other strong radio wave
sources are present near the operating
location, the Intelligent Key operating
range becomes narrower, and the Intelli-
gent Key may not function properly.
The remote engine start function can only be
used when the Intelligent Key is within the speci-
fied operating range from the vehicle.
The remote engine start operating range is ap-
proximately 197 ft (60 m) from the vehicle.
REMOTE STARTING THE VEHICLE
To use the remote start feature to start the engine
perform the following: 1. Aim the Intelligent Key at the vehicle.
2. Press the
LOCK button to lock all
doors.
3. Within 5 seconds press and hold the
remote start button until the turn signal lights
flash and the tail lamps turn on. If the vehicle
is not within view press and hold the
remote start button for at least 2 seconds.
LPD2078
REMOTE ENGINE START
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The following events will occur when the engine
starts:● The parking lights will turn on and remain on
as long as the engine is running.
● The doors will be locked and the climate
control system may come on.
● The engine will continue to run for 10 min-
utes. Repeat the steps to extend the time for
an additional ten minutes. For additional in-
formation, refer to “Extending engine run
time” in this section.
Depress and hold the brake then press the push-
button ignition switch to the ON position before
driving. For additional information, refer to “Driv-
ing the vehicle” in the “Starting and driving” sec-
tion of this manual.
EXTENDING ENGINE RUN TIME
The remote start feature can be extended one
time by performing the steps listed in “Remote
starting the vehicle” in this section. Run time will
be calculated as follows: ● The first 10 minute run time will start when
the remote start function is performed. ●
The second 10 minutes will start immedi-
ately when the remote start function is per-
formed again. For example, if the engine has
been running for 5 minutes, and 10 minutes
are added, the engine will run for a total of
15 minutes.
● Extending engine run time will bring you to
the two remote start limit.
A maximum of two remote starts, or a single start
with an extension, are allowed between ignition
cycles. The ignition switch must be cycled to the
ON position and then back to the OFF position
before the remote start procedure can be used
again.
CANCELING A REMOTE START
To cancel a remote start, perform one of the
following: ● Aim the Intelligent Key at the vehicle and
press
until the parking lights turn off.
● Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
● Cycle the ignition switch ON and then OFF.
● The extended engine run time has expired.
● The first 10 minute timer has expired.
● The engine hood has been opened.
● The shift lever is moved out of park. ●
The alarm sounds due to illegal entry into the
vehicle.
● The ignition switch is pushed without an
Intelligent Key in the vehicle.
● The ignition switch is pushed with an Intelli-
gent Key in the vehicle but the brake pedal is
not depressed.
CONDITIONS THE REMOTE START
WILL NOT WORK
The remote start will not operate if any of the
following conditions are present:
● “Remote Engine Start” is turned off in the
“Locking” section of the Vehicle Settings
menu.
● The ignition switch is placed in the ON po-
sition.
● The hood is not securely closed.
● The hazard warning lights are on.
● The engine is still running. The engine must
be completely stopped. Wait at least 6 sec-
onds if the engine goes from running to off.
This is not applicable when extending en-
gine run time.
● The remote start button
is not pressed
and held for at least 2 seconds.
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●The remote start buttonis not pressed
and held within 5 seconds of pressing the
lock button.
● The brake is pressed.
● The doors are not closed and locked.
● The trunk or back door is open.
● The I–Key Indicator Light
remains
solid in the vehicle information display.
● The alarm sounds due to illegal entry into the
vehicle.
●
Two remote vehicle starts, or a single remote
start with an extension, have already been used.
● The vehicle is not in P (Park) .
● There is a detected registered key already
inside of the vehicle.
● The Remote Start function has been
switched to the OFF position in Vehicle Set-
tings of the vehicle information display. For
additional information, refer to “Vehicle infor-
mation display” in the “Instruments and con-
trols” section of this manual.
The remote engine start may display a warning or
indicator in the vehicle information display. For
additional information, refer to “Vehicle informa-
tion display” in the “Instruments and controls”
section of this manual.1Pull the hood lock release handle located
below the driver side instrument panel. The
hood will spring up slightly.
2Push the lever at the front of the hood to the
side as illustrated with your fingertips and
raise the hood.
When closing the hood, lower it slowly and make
sure it locks into place.
WARNING
● Make sure the hood is completely
closed and latched before driving. Fail-
ure to do so could cause the hood to fly
open and result in an accident.
● If you see steam or smoke coming from
the engine compartment, to avoid injury
do not open the hood.
LPD2354
HOOD
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