2016 NISSAN MAXIMA navigation

Welcome to the growing family of new NISSAN
owners. This vehicle is delivered to you with
confidence. It was produced using the latest
techniques and strict quality control.
This manual was prepared to help you under-
stand the operation and maintenance of your
vehicle so that you may enjoy many miles (kilome-
ters) of driving pleasure. Please read through this
manual before operating your vehicle.
A separate Warranty Information Booklet
explains details about the warranties cov-
ering your vehicle. The “NISSAN Service
and Maintenance Guide” explains details
about maintaining and servicing your ve-
hicle. You will also receive a separate Cus-
tomer Care/Lemon Law Booklet (U.S. only)
will explain how to resolve any concerns
you may have with your vehicle, and clarify
your rights under your state’s lemon law.
Additionally, you may receive a separate
Navigation Manual (if so equipped) that
will explain the various features and func-
tions your system may have.
A NISSAN dealership knows your vehicle best.
When you require any service or have any ques-
tions, they will be glad to assist you with the
extensive resources available to them.In addition to factory-installed options, your ve-
hicle may also be equipped with additional ac-
cessories installed by NISSAN or by a NISSAN
dealer prior to delivery. It is important that you
familiarize yourself with all disclosures, warnings,
cautions and instructions concerning proper use
of such accessories prior to operating the vehicle
and/or accessory. See a NISSAN dealer for de-
tails concerning the particular accessories with
which your vehicle is equipped.
Before driving your vehicle, please read this
Owner’s Manual carefully. This will ensure famil-
iarity with controls and maintenance require-
ments assisting you in the safe operation of your
vehicle.
WARNING
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
REMINDERS!
Follow these important driving rules to
help ensure a safe and comfortable trip
for you and your passengers!
●
NEVER drive under the influence of al-
cohol or drugs.
● ALWAYS observe posted speed limits
and never drive too fast for conditions.
●
ALWAYS give your full attention to driving
and avoid using vehicle features or taking
other actions that could distract you.
●ALWAYS use your seat belts and appro-
priate child restraint systems. Preteen
children should be seated in the rear seat.
● ALWAYS provide information about the
proper use of vehicle safety features to
all occupants of the vehicle.
● ALWAYS review this Owner’s Manual
for important safety information.
FOREWORD READ FIRST—THEN DRIVE SAFELY

MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE
This vehicle should not be modified.
Modification could affect its
performance, safety or durability and may
even violate governmental regulations. In
addition, damage or performance prob-
lems resulting from modifications may
not be covered under NISSAN warranties.This manual includes information for all features
and equipment available on this model. Features
and equipment in your vehicle may vary depend-
ing on model, trim level, options selected, order,
date of production, region or availability. There-
fore, you may find information about features or
equipment that are not included or installed on
your vehicle.
All information, specifications and illustrations in
this manual are those in effect at the time of
printing. NISSAN reserves the right to change
specifications, performance, design or compo-
nent suppliers without notice and without
obligation. From time to time, NISSAN may
update or revise this manual to provide Owners
with the most accurate information currently
available. Please carefully read and retain with
this manual all revision updates sent to you by
NISSAN to ensure you have access to accurate
and up-to-date information regarding your ve-
hicle. Current versions of vehicle Owner’s Manu-
als and any updates can also be found in the
Owner section of the NISSAN website at
https://owners.nissanusa.com/nowners/
navigation/manualsGuide.
If you have ques-
tions concerning any information in your Owner’s
Manual, contact NISSAN Consumer Affairs. See
the NISSAN CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAM page
in this Owner’s Manual for contact information.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT
THIS MANUAL
You will see various symbols in this manual. They
are used in the following ways:
WARNING
This is used to indicate the presence of a
hazard that could cause death or serious
personal injury. To avoid or reduce the
risk, the procedures must be followed
precisely.
CAUTION
This is used to indicate the presence of a
hazard that could cause minor or moder-
ate personal injury or damage to your ve-
hicle. To avoid or reduce the risk, the pro-
cedures must be followed carefully.
WHEN READING THE MANUAL

1. Vent (P. 4-24)
2. Headlight/fog light/turn signal switch(P. 2-38)
3. Supplemental front-impact air bag/horn
(P. 1-40, 2-42)
4. Meters, gauges, warning lights,
indicator lights and vehicle information
display (P. 2-3, P. 2-7, P. 2-15)
5. Wiper and washer switch (P. 2-36)
6. Vent (P. 4-24)
7. Hazard warning flasher switch (P. 6-2)
8. Navigation controls*
9. Front passenger supplemental air bag
(P. 2-34)
10. Vent (P. 4-24)
11. Glove box (P. 2-47)
12. Front passenger air bag status light
(P. 1-40)
13. USB-AUX port (P. 2-46)
14. Heater and air conditioning controls
(P. 4-25)
15. Shift lever (P. 5-22)
16. Display Commander*
17. Push-button ignition switch (P. 5-10)
18. Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone
System/Audio control switches
(P. 4-29)
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INSTRUMENT PANEL
0-6Illustrated table of contents

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.
Illustrated table of contents0-7

2 Instruments and controls
Instrument Panel..................................2-2
Meters and gauges ................................2-3
Speedometer and odometer .....................2-4
Tachometer ....................................2-5
Engine coolant temperature gauge ...............2-5
Fuel gauge ....................................2-6
Warning lights, indicator lights and audible
reminders .........................................2-7
Checking LED .................................2-7
Warning lights .................................2-7
Indicator lights ................................ 2-12
Audible reminders ............................. 2-14
Vehicle information display ......................... 2-15
How to use the vehicle information display .......2-15
Startup display ................................ 2-16
Drive computer ................................ 2-16
Settings ...................................... 2-17
Vehicle information display warnings and
indicators ..................................... 2-23
Control Panel and vehicle information display
Interaction ....................................... 2-27
Audio ........................................ 2-27
Receiving a call ............................... 2-28
Text Messaging ............................... 2-29Navigation System
............................. 2-31
Navigation Swipe to Meter ......................2-33
Security systems ................................. 2-34
Vehicle security system ......................... 2-34
NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system .............2-35
Wiper and washer switch ......................... 2-36
Switch operation .............................. 2-36
Rain-sensing auto wiper system
(if so equipped) ............................... 2-37
Rear window and outside mirror (if so equipped)
defroster switch .................................. 2-38
Headlight and turn signal switch ....................2-38
Headlight control switch ........................ 2-38
Daytime running light system ....................2-40
Instrument brightness control ...................2-41
Turn signal switch ............................. 2-41
Fog light switch ............................... 2-42
Horn ............................................ 2-42
Heated

seats (if so equipped) ...................... 2-43
Climate control seat switch (if so equipped) .........2-44
Heated steering wheel (if so equipped) .............2-45
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off switch ...........2-45
Power outlet ..................................... 2-46

1. Vent (P. 4-24)
2. Headlight/fog light/turn signal switch(P. 2-38)
3. Supplemental front-impact air bag/horn
(P. 1-40, 2-42)
4. Meters, gauges, warning lights,
indicator lights and vehicle information
display (P. 2-3, P. 2-7, P. 2-15)
5. Wiper and washer switch (P. 2-36)
6. Vent (P. 4-24)
7. Hazard warning flasher switch (P. 6-2)
8. Navigation controls*
9. Front passenger supplemental air bag
(P. 2-34)
10. Vent (P. 4-24)
11. Glove box (P. 2-47)
12. Front passenger air bag status light
(P. 1-40)
13. USB-AUX port (P. 2-46)
14. Heater and air conditioning controls
(P. 4-25)
15. Shift lever (P. 5-22)
16. Display Commander*
17. Push-button ignition switch (P. 5-10)
18. Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone
System/Audio control switches
(P. 4-29)
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INSTRUMENT PANEL
2-2Instruments and controls

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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Instruments and controls2-3

The vehicle information display is located to the
left of the speedometer. It displays such items as:● Home
● Audio Information
● Navigation Information
● Drive Computer Information
● Fuel Economy Information
● Driving Aids Information (if so equipped)
● Tire Pressure Information ●
Sport Information (Oil pressure, Gear Oil
Temperature, Digital Speedometer, Horse-
power)
● Indicators and Warnings
● Vehicle and Meter Display Settings
● Cruise Control Status
● Odometer/twin trip odometer
● Gear Position Indicator (P, R, N, D)
● Distance To Empty and Fuel IndicatorHOW TO USE THE VEHICLE
INFORMATION DISPLAY
The vehicle information display can be changed
using the
andbuttons located
on the steering wheel.
1SOURCE - Pressing SOURCE with the ig-
nition ON will display a list of available audio
sources in the vehicle information display.
The audio sources can then be selected with
the
, and OK buttons on the
steering switch for direct access.
2OK - Change or select an item in the vehicle
information display.
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VEHICLE INFORMATION DISPLAY
Instruments and controls2-15