2016 NISSAN MAXIMA ignition

●Parking Brake ON (RED)
● Low Washer Fluid
● I-Key System Fault
● Low Tire Pressure
● CVT Warning
● Sonar Parking Sensor Error
● LED Headlight Failure (RED if no other red
warnings are active)
● Chassis Control warning
● Driver Attention Alert System Fault
● Emergency Assist Pedal System Fault
For additional information, refer to “vehicle infor-
mation display” in this section.
Power steering warning light
WARNING
● If the engine is not running or is turned
off while driving, the power assist for
the steering will not work. Steering will
be harder to operate. ●
When the power steering warning light
illuminates with the engine running,
there will be no power assist for the
steering. You will still have control of
the vehicle, but the steering will be
much harder to operate. Have the power
steering system checked by a NISSAN
dealer.
When the ignition switch is in the ON position,
the power steering warning light illuminates. After
starting the engine, the power steering warning
light turns off. This indicates that the power steer-
ing system is operational. If the power steering
warning light illuminates while the engine is run-
ning, it may indicate the power steering system is
not functioning properly and may need servicing.
Have the power steering system checked by a
NISSAN dealer. For additional information, refer
to “Power steering” in the “Starting and driving”
section of this manual.
Seat belt warning light and chime
The light and chime remind you to fasten your
seat belts. The light illuminates whenever the
ignition switch is placed in the ON or START
position and remains illuminated until the driver’s
seat belt is fastened. At the same time, the chime
sounds for about 6 seconds unless the driver’s
seat belt is securely fastened. The seat belt warning light may also illuminate if
the front passenger’s seat belt is not fastened
when the front passenger’s seat is occupied . For
7 seconds after the ignition switch is placed in
the ON position, the system does not activate the
warning light for the front passenger.
For additional information, refer to “Seat belts” in
the “Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental
restraint system” section of this manual.
Supplemental air bag warning
light
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON or
START position, the supplemental air bag warn-
ing light illuminates for about 7 seconds and then
turns off. This means the system is operational.
If any of the following conditions occur, the front
air bag, side air bag, curtain air bag, and preten-
sioner systems need servicing and your vehicle
must be taken to a NISSAN dealer:
● The supplemental air bag warning light re-
mains on after approximately 7 seconds.
● The supplemental air bag warning light
flashes intermittently.
● The supplemental air bag warning light does
not come on at all.
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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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SETTINGS
The setting mode allows you to change the infor-
mation displayed in the vehicle information dis-
play as well as the model for several vehicle
functions:● Driver Assistance
● Customize Display
● Vehicle Settings
● Maintenance
● Clock
● TPMS Settings
● Unit/Language
● Key-Linked Settings
● Factory Reset
Driver Assistance
To change the status, warnings or turn on or off
any of the systems/warnings displayed in the
“Driver Assistance” menu:
Use the
button to select and the OK but-
ton to change a menu item:
● Blind Spot (if so equipped) ON/OFF
● Parking Aids ●
Emergency Brake (if so equipped)
● Driver Attention Alert (if so equipped)
ON/OFF
● Timer Alert
● Low Temperature Alert ON/OFF
● Integrated Dynamics-control Module - Ac-
tive Trace Control ON/OFF (if so equipped)
● Integrated Dynamics-control Module - Ac-
tive Engine Brake ON/OFF (if so equipped)
● Integrated Dynamics-control Module - Ac-
tive Ride Control ON/OFF (if so equipped)
Customize Display
The Customize Display allows the customer to
choose from various meter selections.
The meter settings can be changed using
the
and the OK button.
Main Menu Selection
The items that display can be enabled/disabled
when the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position. To change the items that display.
Use the
button to select and the OK but-
ton to change a menu item:
● Home
● Audio ●
Navigation
● Drive computer
● Fuel Economy
● Driving Aids (if so equipped)
● Tire Pressure
● SPORT
Car Icon Color
The color of the vehicle that displays in the ve-
hicle information display can be changed. The
vehicle icon shown in some warnings and
screens will change to the color selected.
ECO Info Settings
The following information can be
enabled/disabled to display in the vehicle infor-
mation display when the ignition switch is placed
in the ON position.
From the “Customize Display” select “ECO Info
Settings” to display the information when the
ignition switch is placed in the ON position. ● ECO Drive Report – Select ON or OFF to
display the information when the ignition
switch is placed in the OFF position. If the
fuel economy is improved from the recorded
best, the opportunity to update that value is
possible during that time.
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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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Key-Linked Settings
The Key-Linked Setting can be turned ON/OFF
using the OK button. It will display the key syn-
chronized and in use for this vehicle.
The linked items include:● Enabled Main Content Screens
● Car Icon Color
● Welcome Effects
● Units
● Language (Meter only)
● Navigation Style (Arrow/City)
● I-Key Link System On/Off
● Content Screen from Previous Ignition ON
● Illumination Level
● Memory seat/ pedal position (if so
equipped)
Settings will be memorized automatically as they
are changed, if the Key-Linked system is enabled
for the currently recognized key. The vehicle set-
tings and Navigation settings are not included in
the Key-Linked system. In the event that two
linked keys are in the vehicle and the undesired key is detected, turn ignition to OFF, press the
door lock or unlock button on the desired key,
and restart the vehicle.
Factory Reset
The settings in the vehicle information display can
be reset back to the factory default. To reset the
vehicle information display:
1. Use the
buttons to select “Set-
tings”, and press the OK button.
2. Select “Factory Reset” using the
but-
tons and press the OK button.
3. Select “YES” to confirm the reset and set all settings back to default by pressing the OK
button.
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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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is not in P (Park) position. Also, a chime sounds
when the ignition switch is in the ACC or OFF
position.
If this warning illuminates, move the shift lever to
the P (Park) position and start the engine.
Key Battery Low
This indicator illuminates when the Intelligent Key
battery is running out of power.
If this indicator illuminates, replace the battery
with a new one. For additional information, refer
to “Battery replacement” in the “Maintenance and
do-it-yourself” section of this manual.
Engine start operation for Intelligent Key
system (if I-Key battery level is low)
This indicator appears when the battery of the
Intelligent Key is low and when the Intelligent Key
system and the vehicle are not communicating
normally.
If this appears, touch the ignition switch with the
Intelligent Key while depressing the brake pedal.
For additional information, refer to “NISSAN In-
telligent Key® battery discharge” in the “Starting
and driving” section of this manual.
Key ID Incorrect
This warning appears when the ignition switch is
placed from the OFF position and the IntelligentKey is not recognized by the system. You cannot
start the engine with an unregistered key.
For additional information, refer to “NISSAN In-
telligent Key®” in the “Pre-driving checks and
adjustments” section of this manual.
Parking Sensor Error: See Owner’s
Manual
This warning illuminates when there is an error
with the system. For additional information, refer
to “Front and rear sonar system” in the “Starting
and driving” section of this manual.
Release Parking Brake
This warning illuminates in the message area of
the vehicle information display when the parking
brake is set and the vehicle is driven.
Low Fuel
This warning illuminates when the fuel level in the
fuel tank is getting low. Refuel as soon as it is
convenient, preferably before the fuel gauge
reaches 0 (Empty) .
There will be a small re-
serve of fuel in the tank when the fuel
gauge needle reaches 0 (Empty) .
Low Washer Fluid
This warning illuminates when the windshield-
washer fluid is at a low level. Add windshield-
washer fluid as necessary. For additional informa- tion, refer to “Windshield-washer fluid” in the
“Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section of this
manual.
Door/Trunk Open
This warning illuminates when a door has been
opened.
I-Key System Error: See Owner’s Manual
After the ignition switch is pushed to the ON
position, this light comes on for a period of time
and then turns off.
The I-Key System Error message warns of a
malfunction with the Intelligent Key system. If the
light comes on while the engine is stopped, it may
be impossible to start the engine.
If the light comes on while the engine is running,
you can drive the vehicle. However in these
cases, contact a NISSAN dealer for repair as
soon as possible.
Loose Fuel Cap
This warning appears when the fuel-filler cap is
not tightened correctly after the vehicle has been
refueled. For additional information, refer to
“Fuel-filler cap” in the “Pre-driving checks and
adjustments” section of this manual.
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