2017 NISSAN MAXIMA warning

●NISSAN recommends waxing the road
wheels to protect against road salt in areas
where it is used during winter.
Spare tire (TEMPORARY USE ONLY
spare tire)
Since the spare tire is not equipped with TPMS,
when a spare tire is mounted (TEMPORARY
USE ONLY or conventional) , the TPMS will not
function.
Observe the following precautions if the TEM-
PORARY USE ONLY spare tire must be used.
Otherwise, your vehicle could be damaged or
involved in an accident:
WARNING
● The spare tire should be used for emer-
gency use only. It should be replaced
with the standard tire at the first oppor-
tunity to avoid possible tire or differen-
tial damage.
● Drive carefully while the TEMPORARY
USE ONLY spare tire is installed. Avoid
sharp turns and abrupt braking while
driving. ●
Periodically check spare tire inflation
pressure. Always keep the pressure of
the TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare tire
at 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 bar) .
● With the TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare
tire installed do not drive the vehicle at
speeds faster than 50 mph (80 km/h).
● When driving on roads covered with
snow or ice, the TEMPORARY USE
ONLY spare tire should be used on the
rear wheels and the original tire used
on the front wheels (drive wheels) .
● Tire tread of the TEMPORARY USE
ONLY spare tire will wear at a faster rate
than the standard tire. Replace the
spare tire as soon as the tread wear
indicators appear.
● Do not use the spare tire on other
vehicles.
● Do not use more than one spare tire at
the same time.
● Do not tow a trailer when the TEMPO-
RARY USE ONLY spare tire is installed.
CAUTION
● Do not use tire chains on a TEMPO-
RARY USE ONLY spare tire. Tire chains
will not fit properly and may cause dam-
age to the vehicle.
● Because the TEMPORARY USE ONLY
spare tire is smaller than the original
tire, ground clearance is reduced. To
avoid damage to the vehicle, do not
drive over obstacles. Also, do not drive
the vehicle through an automatic car
wash since it may get caught.
Do-it-yourself8-37

Seat belts:Check that all parts of the seat belt
system (for example, buckles, anchors, adjusters
and retractors) operate properly and smoothly,
and are installed securely. Check the belt web-
bing for cuts, fraying, wear or damage.
Steering wheel: Check for changes in the
steering system, such as excessive free play,
hard steering or strange noises.
Warning lights and chimes: Make sure all
warning lights and chimes are operating properly.
Windshield defroster: Check that the air
comes out of the defroster outlets properly and in
sufficient quantity when operating the heater or
air conditioner.
Windshield wiper and washer*: Check that
the wipers and washer operate properly and that
the wipers do not streak.
Under the hood and vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should be
checked periodically (for example, each time you
check the engine oil or refuel) .
Battery*: Check the fluid level in each cell. The
fluid should be at the bottom of the filler opening.
Vehicles operated in high temperatures or under
severe conditions require frequent checks of the
battery fluid level. NOTE:
Care should be taken to avoid situations
that can lead to potential battery discharge
and potential no-start conditions such as:
1. Installation or extended use of elec-
tronic accessories that consume bat-
tery power when the engine is not run-
ning (Phone chargers, GPS, DVD
players, etc.) .
2. Vehicle is not driven regularly and/or
only driven short distances.
In these cases, the battery may need to be
charged to maintain battery health.
Brake fluid level*: Make sure that the brake
fluid level is between the MAX and MIN lines on
the reservoir.
Engine coolant level*: Check the coolant level
when the engine is cold.
Engine drive belts*: Make sure the drive belts
are not frayed, worn, cracked or oily.
Engine oil level*: Check the level after parking
the vehicle on a level spot and turning off the
engine. Wait more than 15 minutes for the oil to
drain back into the oil pan. Exhaust system:
Make sure there are no loose
supports, cracks or holes. If the sound of the
exhaust seems unusual or there is a smell of
exhaust fumes, immediately have the exhaust
system inspected. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN dealer for this service. For addi-
tional information, refer to “Exhaust gas (carbon
monoxide)” in the “Starting and driving” section of
this manual.
Fluid leaks: Check under the vehicle for fuel, oil,
water or other fluid leaks after the vehicle has
been parked for a while. Water dripping from the
air conditioner after use is normal. If you should
notice any leaks or if fuel fumes are evident,
check for the cause and have it corrected imme-
diately.
Power steering fluid level* and lines: Check
the level when the fluid is cold, with the engine
off. Check the lines for proper attachment, leaks,
cracks, etc.
Radiator and hoses: Check the front of the
radiator and clean off any dirt, insects, leaves,
etc., that may have accumulated. Make sure the
hoses have no cracks, deformation, rot or loose
connections.
9-4Maintenance and schedules

WARNING
● It is extremely dangerous to ride
in a cargo area inside a vehicle. In
a collision, people riding in these
areas are more likely to be seri-
ously injured or killed.
● Do not allow people to ride in any
area of your vehicle that is not
equipped with seats and seat
belts.
● Be sure everyone in your vehicle
is in a seat and using a seat belt
properly.
TERMS
It is important to familiarize yourself with
the following terms before loading your
vehicle:
● Curb Weight (actual weight of your
vehicle) - vehicle weight including:
standard and optional equipment, flu-
ids, emergency tools, and spare tire
assembly. This weight does notin-
clude passengers and cargo. ●
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) - curb
weight plus the combined weight of
passengers and cargo.
● GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rat-
ing) - maximum total combined
weight of the unloaded vehicle, pas-
sengers, luggage, hitch, trailer
tongue load and any other optional
equipment. This information is lo-
cated on the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S.
certification label.
● GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) -
maximum weight (load) limit specified
for the front or rear axle. This informa-
tion is located on the
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification
label.
● GCWR (Gross Combined Weight
rating) - The maximum total weight
rating of the vehicle, passengers,
cargo, and trailer. ●
Vehicle Capacity Weight, Load limit,
Total load capacity - maximum total
weight limit specified of the load
(passengers and cargo) for the ve-
hicle. This is the maximum combined
weight of occupants and cargo that
can be loaded into the vehicle. If the
vehicle is used to tow a trailer, the
trailer tongue weight must be in-
cluded as part of the cargo load. This
information is located on the Tire and
Loading Information label.
● Cargo capacity - permissible weight
of cargo, the subtracted weight of
occupants from the load limit.
VEHICLE LOADING INFORMATION
Technical and consumer information10-13

Steps for determining correct load
limit
1. Locate the statement “The combinedweight of occupants and cargo
should never exceed XXX lbs or XXX
kg” on your vehicle’s placard.
2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be
riding in your vehicle.
3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX lbs
or XXX kg.
4. The resulting figure equals the avail- able amount of cargo and luggage
load capacity. For example, if the
XXX amount equals 1,400 lbs. and
there will be five 150 lb. passengers
in your vehicle, the amount of avail-
able cargo and luggage load capac-
ity is 650 lbs. (1,400-750 (5 X 150)
= 650 lbs) or (640-340 (5 X 70) =
300 kg.)
5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not
safely exceed the available cargo and
luggage load capacity calculated in
step 4.
Before driving a loaded vehicle, confirm
that you do not exceed the Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle
Weight Rating (GAWR) for your vehicle.
For additional information, refer to “Mea-
surement of weights” in this section.
Also check tires for proper inflation pres-
sures. For additional information, refer to
“Tire and Loading Information label” in this
section.
LOADING TIPS
● The GVW must not exceed GVWR
or GAWR as specified on the
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification
label.
● Do not load the front and rear axle to
the GAWR. Doing so will exceed the
GVWR.
WARNING
● Properly secure all cargo with
ropes or straps to help prevent it
from sliding or shifting. Do not
place cargo higher than the seat-
backs. In a sudden stop or colli-
sion, unsecured cargo could
cause personal injury.
● Do not load your vehicle any
heavier than the GVWR or the
maximum front and rear GAWRs.
If you do, parts of your vehicle can
break, tire damage could occur,
or it can change the way your
vehicle handles. This could result
in loss of control and cause per-
sonal injury.
● Overloading not only can shorten
the life of your vehicle and the
tire, but can also cause unsafe
vehicle handling and longer brak-
ing distances. This may cause a
premature tire failure which
could result in a serious accident
and personal injury. Failures
caused by overloading are not
covered by the vehicle’s warranty.
Technical and consumer information10-15

DOT (Department of Transportation) Quality
Grades: All passenger car tires must conform to
federal safety requirements in addition to these
grades.
Quality grades can be found where applicable on
the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and
maximum section width. For example:
Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A
Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating
based on the wear rate of the tire when tested
under controlled conditions on a specified gov-
ernment test course. For example, a tire graded
150 would wear one and one-half (1 1/2) times
as well on the government course as a tire graded
100. The relative performance of tires depends
upon the actual conditions of their use, however,
and may depart significantly from the norm due to
variations in driving habits, service practices and
differences in road characteristics and climate.
Traction AA, A, B and C
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are
AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the
tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as mea-
sured under controlled conditions on specified
government test surfaces of asphalt and con-
crete. A tire marked C may have poor traction
performance.WARNING
The traction grade assigned to this tire is
based on straight-ahead braking traction
tests, and does not include acceleration,
cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction
characteristics.
Temperature A, B and C
The temperature grades are A (the highest) , B,
and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the
generation of heat, and its ability to dissipate heat
when tested under controlled conditions on a
specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained
high temperature can cause the material of the
tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and exces-
sive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.
The grade C corresponds to a level of perfor-
mance which all passenger car tires must meet
under the Federal Motor Safety Standard No.
109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of
performance on the laboratory test wheel than
the minimum required by law.
WARNING
The temperature grade for this tire is es-
tablished for a tire that is properly inflated
and not overloaded. Excessive speed,
under-inflation, or excessive loading, ei-
ther separately or in combination, can
cause heat build-up and possible tire
failure.
UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING
Technical and consumer information10-17

11 Index
A
Active noise cancellation Active sound enhancement ........5-89
Air bag (See supplemental restraint
system) .....................1-41
Air bag system Front (See supplemental front impact
air bag system) ...............1-48
Airbagwarninglight...........1-59,2-12
Air bag warning light, supplemental . .1-59, 2-12
Aircleaner....................8-16
Air cleaner housing filter ............8-16
Air conditioner Air conditioner specification label ....10-12
Air conditioner system refrigerant and
oil recommendations ........10-2,10-7
Air conditioner system refrigerant
recommendations ..........10-2,10-7
Heater and air conditioner (automatic)
(if so equipped) ...............4-25
Heater and air conditioner controls ....4-26
Servicing air conditioner ..........4-28
Alarm system
(See vehicle security system) .........2-36
Anchor point locations .............1-25
Antenna .....................4-28
Antifreeze ....................5-87
Anti-lock brake warning light ..........2-7
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ........5-80
Apple CarPlay™ .................4-29
Armrests .....................1-6 AroundView®Monitor .............4-9
Audible reminders
...............2-14
Audio system ..................4-28
Radio ....................4-28
Autolight switch .................2-43
Automatic Automatic drive positioner . .3-31, 3-33, 3-33
Automatic power window switch .....2-57
Automatic anti-glare inside mirror .......3-29
Automatic door locks ..............3-6
Automatic drive positioner ....3-31,3-33,3-33
B
Battery ..................5-87,8-12
Chargewarninglight.............2-8
Battery replacement ..............8-21
Keyfob ...................8-21
NISSAN Intelligent Key® ..........8-21
Before starting the engine ...........5-14
Belt (See drive belt) ..............8-14
Blind Spot Warning (BSW) warning
system ......................5-23
Block heater Engine ....................5-88
Bluetooth® hands-free phone system ....4-30
Boosterseats..................1-38
Brake Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ......5-80
Brake assist (for Intelligent cruise control
system) ...................5-81
Brake fluid ..................8-10 Brakelight(Seestoplight).........8-24
Brake system
................5-79
Brakewarninglight..............2-8
Brakewearindicators........2-14,8-18
Parking brake operation ..........5-21
Self-adjusting brakes ............8-18
Brake fluid ....................8-10
Brakes ......................8-18
Brake system ..................5-79
Break-inschedule ...............5-75
Brightness control Instrument panel ..............2-45
Bulb check/instrument panel ..........2-7
Bulbreplacement................8-24
C
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ..................

10-2
Cargo (See vehicle loading information). . .10-13
Car phone or CB radio .............4-29
Check tire pressure ...............2-26
Child restraints .......1-18,1-19,1-21,1-23
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren) System ..............1-23
Precautions on child
restraints ........1-21,1-27,1-33,1-38
Top tether strap anchor point locations . .1-25
Child safety rear door lock ............3-6
Chimes, audible reminders ...........2-14
Cleaning exterior and interior .......7-2,7-4
Climate control seat switch ..........2-46

C.M.V.S.S. certification label.........10-11
Cold weather driving ...............5-87
Consolebox...................2-53
Consolelight...................2-63
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) . . .5-15 Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
fluid .......................8-9
Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT) .............5-15
Transmission shift selector lock release . .5-20
Control Panel and Vehicle Information Display
Interaction ....................2-29
Controls Heater and air conditioner controls .....4-26
Coolant Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ................10-2
Changing engine coolant ...........8-5
Checking engine coolant level ........8-5
Engine coolant temperature gauge .....2-5
Corrosionprotection ...............7-8
Cruisecontrol..................5-40
Cupholders...................2-54
D
Daytime Running Light System .........2-44
Defroster switch Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch.....................2-41
Dimensionsandweights ............10-9
Dimmer switch for instrument panel ......2-45
Display......................2-15
Door locks .....................3-4
Doors ........................3-4 Drive belt
.....................8-14
Drive Mode Selector ...............5-22
Drive positioner, Automatic ....3-31,3-33,3-33
Drive Sport Mode Selector ...........5-22
Driving Cold weather driving .............5-87
Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT) .............5-15
Precautions when starting and driving ....5-4
Driving the vehicle ................5-15
E
Economy - fuel ..................5-77
Emergency engine shutoff .........5-13,6-2
Emission control information label ......10-11
Emission control system warranty .......10-18
Engine Before starting the engine ..........5-14
Block heater .................5-88
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ................10-2
Changingenginecoolant...........8-5
Changingengineoil..............8-7
Changing engine oil filter ...........8-8
Checking engine coolant level ........8-5
Checking engine oil level ...........8-6
Engine compartment check locations ....8-3
Engine coolant temperature gauge .....2-5
Engine cooling system ............8-4
Engineoil ...................8-6
Engine oil and oil filter
recommendation ...........10-2,10-6
Engine oil pressure warning light .......2-9
Engine oil viscosity ..............10-6 Engine serial number
............10-11
Engine specifications ............10-8
Starting the engine .............5-14
Engine coolant temperature gauge .......2-5
Event Data recorders .............10-19
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) .........5-4
Explanation of maintenance items ........9-2
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items . .9-5
Extended storage switch ............
2-50
Eyeglass case ..................2-53
F
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch) . .6-2
Flat tire .......................6-3
Floor mat positioning aid .............7-6
Fluid Brake fluid ..................8-10
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ................10-2
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
fluid.......................8-9
Enginecoolant.................8-4
Engineoil ...................8-6
Power steering fluid .............8-10
Windshield-washer fluid ...........8-11
F.M.V.S.S. certification label ..........10-11
Foglightswitch .................2-46
Foldingrearseat..................1-5
Forward Emergency Braking (FEB) .......2-9
Front air bag system
(See supplemental restraint system) ......1-48
Front and rear sonar system ..........5-85
Front power seat adjustment ...........1-3
Frontseats.....................1-2
11-2

FuelCapacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ................10-2
Fuel economy ................5-77
Fuel-filler cap .................3-24
Fuel-filler lid .................3-24
Fuel gauge ...................2-6
Fuel octane rating ..............10-5
Fuel recommendation .........10-2,10-3
Loose fuel cap warning ...........2-29
Fuel efficient driving tips .............5-76
Fuel-filler door ..................3-24
Fuel gauge .....................2-6
Fuses.......................8-18
Fusible links ...................8-19
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver . .2-64, 2-65, 2-66, 2-67, 2-67, 2-68
Gascap .....................3-24
Gauge Engine coolant temperature gauge .....2-5
Fuel gauge ...................2-6
Odometer ...................2-4
Speedometer .................2-4
Tachometer ..................2-5
Trip odometer .................2-4
General maintenance ...............9-2
Glovebox.....................2-53
Gloveboxlock..................2-53 H
Hands-free phone system, Bluetooth® ....4-30
Hazard warning flasher switch ..........6-2
Headlight and turn signal switch ........2-42
Headlight control switch ............2-42
Headlights ....................8-23
Head restraints ..................1-7
Heated seats ...................2-47
Heated seat switches ..............2-47
Heated steering wheel switch .........2-48
Heater Heater and air conditioner (automatic)
(if so equipped) ...............4-25
Heater and air conditioner controls .....4-26
Heater operation ...............4-27
Heater and air conditioner (automatic) .....4-25
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver . . .2-64, 2-65, 2-66, 2-67, 2-67, 2-68
Hood .......................3-21
Horn .......................2-46
I
Ignition Switch Push-Button Ignition Switch ........5-10
Immobilizer system ............2-37,5-13
Important vehicle information label ......10-11
In-cabin microfilter ................8-16
Increasing fuel economy .............5-77
Indicator NISSAN Intelligent Key® battery discharge
indicator ...................5-13 Indicator lights and audible reminders
(See warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders)..................2-7,2-12
Information display
................2-15
Inside automatic anti-glare mirror ........3-29
Instrument brightness control ..........2-45
Instrumentpanel...............0-6,2-2
Instrument panel dimmer switch ........2-45
Integrated Dynamics-control Module ......5-84
Intelligent cruise control (ICC) system Brake
assist.................5-42
Intelligent Key system Key operating range ..............3-8
Key operation .................3-9
Mechanical key ................3-3
Remote keyless entry operation.......3-12
Troubleshooting guide ............3-17
Warning signals ...............3-17
Interior light ....................2-62
Interior trunk lid release .............3-23
ISOFIX child restraints .............1-23
J
Jump starting ................6-8,8-13
K
Key.........................3-2
Key fob battery replacement ..........8-21
Keyless entry With Intelligent Key system
(See Intelligent Key system) .........3-12
11-3