2017 NISSAN ALTIMA engine

NOTE:
If the windshield wiper operation is inter-
rupted by snow or ice, the wiper may stop
moving to protect its motor. If this occurs,
turn the wiper switch to the OFF position
and remove the snow or ice that is on and
around the wiper arms. In approximately
1 minute, turn the switch on again to oper-
ate the wiper.
The windshield wiper and washer operates when
the ignition switch is placed in the ON position.
Push the lever down to operate the wiper at the
following speed:
1Intermittent (INT) — intermittent operation
can be adjusted by turning the knob
AAlso,
the intermittent operation speed varies in
accordance with the vehicle speed. (For ex-
ample, when the vehicle speed is high, the
intermittent operation speed will be faster.)
2Low (LO) — continuous low speed operation
3High (HI) — continuous high speed opera-
tion
Push the lever up
4to have one sweep opera-
tion (MIST) of the wiper.
Pull the lever toward you
5to operate the
washer. The wiper will also operate several times. NOTE:
The Wiper with Speed feature may be dis-
abled. For additional information, refer to
“Vehicle information display” in this sec-
tion.
To defrost the rear window glass and outside
mirrors (if so equipped) , start the engine and
push the rear window defroster switch on. The
rear window defroster indicator light on the
switch comes on. Push the switch again to turn
the defroster off.
The rear window defroster automatically turns off
after approximately 15 minutes.
CAUTION
When cleaning the inner side of the rear
window, be careful not to scratch or dam-
age the rear window defroster.
Type A (if so equipped)
LIC2324
REAR WINDOW AND OUTSIDE
MIRROR (if so equipped)
DEFROSTER SWITCH
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NOTE:
The top and bottom few rows of wires on
the rear window are not part of the rear
window defroster system. These wires
make up the antenna for the audio system.HEADLIGHT CONTROL SWITCH
Lighting
1Rotate the switch to theposition, and
the front parking, tail, license plate, and in-
strument panel lights will come on.
2Rotate the switch to theposition, and
the headlights will come on and all the other
lights remain on.
CAUTION
Use the headlights with the engine run-
ning to avoid discharging the vehicle
battery.
Type B (if so equipped)
LIC2325
Type A (if so equipped)
LIC3240
Type B (if so equipped)
LIC3241
HEADLIGHT AND TURN SIGNAL
SWITCH
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Be sure you do not put anything on top of the
autolight sensor located in the top side of the
instrument panel. The autolight sensor controls
the autolight; if it is covered, the autolight sensor
reacts as if it is dark out and the headlights will
illuminate. If this occurs while parked with the
engine off and the key in the ON position, your
vehicle’s battery could become discharged.Headlight beam select
1To select the high beam function, ensure the
low beams are engaged, and push the lever
forward. The high beam lights come on and
the blue
indicator light illuminates.
2Pull the lever back to return to the low beam.
3Pulling and releasing the lever flashes the
headlight high beams on and off. The low
beams need not be engaged for this func-
tion.
Battery saver system
If the ignition switch is placed in the OFF position
while the headlight switch is in the
orposition, the headlights will turn off after
a period of time.
CAUTION
Even though the battery saver feature au-
tomatically turns off the headlights after a
period of time, you should turn the head-
light switch to the OFF position when the
engine is not running to avoid discharging
the vehicle battery.
DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT (DRL)
SYSTEM (Type A) (if so equipped)
The Daytime Running Light (DRL) portion of the
fog light assembly automatically illuminates when
the engine is started with the parking brake re-
leased. The DRL operate with the headlight
switch in the OFF position. Turn the headlight
switch to the
position for full illumination
when driving at night. (The DRL will turn off.)
If the parking brake is applied before the engine is
started, the DRL do not illuminate. The DRL illu-
minate once the parking brake is released. The
DRL will remain on until the ignition switch is
placed in the OFF position.
WHA1170LIC3192
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It is necessary at dusk to turn the headlight switch
ON for interior controls and switches to illumi-
nate, as those remain OFF while the switch is in
the OFF position.
WARNING
When the DRL system is active, tail lights
on your vehicle are not on. It is necessary
at dusk to turn on your headlights. Failure
to do so could cause an accident injuring
yourself and others.
LED DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT
(DRL) SYSTEM (Type B) (if so
equipped)
The LED portion of the headlights automatically
illuminate at 100% intensity when the engine is
started and the parking brake released. The LED
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) operate with the
headlight switch in the OFF position. When you
turn the headlight switch to the
position for
full illumination, the LED lights switch from LED
DRL to the park function.
If the parking brake is applied before the engine is
started, the LED DRL do not illuminate. The LED
DRL illuminate when the parking brake is re-
leased. The LED DRL will remain on until the
ignition switch is placed in the OFF position. It is necessary at dusk to turn the headlight switch
ON for interior controls and switches to illumi-
nate, as those remain OFF while the switch is in
the OFF position.
WARNING
When the LED DRL system is active, tail
lights on your vehicle are not on. It is
necessary at dusk to turn on your head-
lights. Failure to do so could cause an
accident injuring yourself and others.
INSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESS
CONTROL
Press the “+” button to increase the brightness of
instrument panel lights.
Press the “-” button to decrease the brightness of
instrument panel lights.
LIC3176
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To sound the horn, push near the horn icon on the
steering wheel.
WARNING
Do not disassemble the horn. Doing so
could affect proper operation of the
supplemental front air bag system. Tam-
pering with the supplemental front air bag
system may result in serious personal
injury.
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.
It is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN dealer for this service.
LIC2319LIC3037
HORN HEATED SEAT SWITCHES (if so
equipped)
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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 push the switch
to turn it off.
The heated steering wheel system is designed to
operate only when the surface temperature of the
steering wheel is below 68°F (20°C) .
Push the heated steering wheel switch to warm
the steering wheel after the engine starts. The
indicator light will come on.
If the surface temperature of the steering wheel is
below 68°F (20°C) , the system will heat the
steering wheel and cycle off and on to maintain a
temperature above 68°F (20°C) . The indicator
light will remain on as long as the system is on.
Push the switch again to turn the heated steering
wheel system off manually. The indicator light will
go off. NOTE:
If the surface temperature of the steering
wheel is above 68°F (20°C) when the switch
is turned on, the system will not heat the
steering wheel. This is not a malfunction.
LIC0421
HEATED STEERING WHEEL SWITCH
(if so equipped)
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The vehicle should be driven with the VDC sys-
tem on for most driving conditions.
If the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, the VDC
system reduces the engine output to reduce
wheel spin. The engine speed will be reduced
even if the accelerator is depressed to the floor. If
maximum engine power is needed to free a stuck
vehicle, turn the VDC system off.
To turn off the VDC system, push the VDC OFF
switch. The
indicator will come on.Push the VDC OFF switch again or restart the
engine to turn on the system. For additional infor-
mation, refer to “Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
system” in the “Starting and driving” section of
this manual.
The E-call (SOS) system switch is used in com-
bination with a NissanConnect
SMServices sub-
scription to call for assistance in case of an
emergency.
Pushing the switch will (with a paid subscription)
reach a response specialist that will provide as-
sistance based on the situation described by the
vehicle’s occupant. For additional information, or
to enroll your vehicle, refer to
www.NissanUSA.com/connect or call
855–426–6628.
LIC3344LIC3357
VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC)
OFF SWITCH E-CALL (SOS) SWITCH (if so
equipped)
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The power outlets are for powering electrical
accessories such as cellular telephones. They
are rated at 12 volt, 120W (10A) maximum.
The power outlets are powered only when the
ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position.
Open the lower half of the console box to access
the power outlet. For additional information, refer
to “Console box” in this section.CAUTION
●The outlet and plug may be hot during
or immediately after use.
● Only certain power outlets are designed
for use with a cigarette lighter unit. Do
not use any other power outlet for an
accessory lighter. For additional infor-
mation, it is recommended that you visit
a NISSAN dealer.
● Do not use with accessories that exceed
a 12 volt, 120W (10A) power draw. ●
Do not use double adapters or more
than one electrical accessory.
● Use power outlets with the engine run-
ning to avoid discharging the vehicle
battery.
● Avoid using power outlets when the air
conditioner, headlights, or rear window
defroster is on.
● Before inserting or disconnecting a
plug, be sure the electrical accessory
being used is turned OFF.
● Push the plug in as far as it will go. If
good contact is not made, the plug may
overheat or the internal temperature
fuse may open.
● When not in use, be sure to close the
cap. Do not allow water or any other
liquid to contact the outlet.
Instrument Panel
LIC3345
Center Console
LIC3198
POWER OUTLETS
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