2018 NISSAN ALTIMA fuel

1. Rear window and outside mirror(if so equipped) defroster switch
(P. 2-35)
2. Trunk lid (P. 3-24)
3. Rearview camera (if so equipped)
(P. 4-3)
4. Replacing bulbs (P. 8-26)
5. Fuel-filler cap (P. 3-26) Fuel recommendation (P. 10-2)
Fuel-filler door (P. 3-26)
6. Child safety rear door lock (P. 3-4)
Refer to the page number indicated in
parentheses for operating details.
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EXTERIOR REAR
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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
Compass (if so equipped) ....................... 2-7
Compass display ............................. 2-7
Warning lights, indicator lights and audible
reminders ...................................... 2-10
Checking lights .............................. 2-10
Warning lights ................................ 2-11
Indicator lights .............................. 2-15
Audible reminders ........................... 2-17
Vehicle information display .....................2-18
How to use the vehicle information
display ...................................... 2-19
Startup display .............................. 2-19
Resetting the trip computer .................2-19
Settings ..................................... 2-19
Vehicle information display warnings
and indicators ............................... 2-27
Security systems ............................... 2-31
Vehicle security system .....................2-31NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System
.........2-32
Wiper and washer switch .......................2-34
Switch operation ............................ 2-34
Rear window and outside mirror
(if so equipped) defroster switch ................2-35
Headlight and turn signal switch ...............2-35
Headlight control switch .....................2-35
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) system
(Type A) (if so equipped) .....................2-38
LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
system (Type B) (if so equipped) .............2-38
Instrument brightness control ...............2-39
Turn signal switch ........................... 2-39
Fog light switch (if so equipped) .............2-40
Horn ........................................... 2-40
Heated seat switches (if so equipped) ..........2-41
Heated steering wheel switch (if so equipped) . . 2-42
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch ......2-42
E-c
all (SOS) switch (if so equipped) ..............2-43
Power outlets .................................. 2-43
Extended storage switch .......................2-44
Storage ........................................ 2-45
Front-door pockets .......................... 2-45
Seatback pockets ........................... 2-46

15. Shif t lever (P. 5-14)
16. USB connection port(if so equipped) (P. 4-24)
Aux jack (P. 4-24)
17. Push-button ignition switch
(P. 5-9)
18. Cruise control main/set switches
(if so equipped) (P. 5-41)
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)
switches (if so equipped) (P. 5-43)
Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone
System (P. 4-2, 4-54)
19. Tilt/telescopic steering wheel
controls (P. 3-28)
20. Vehicle information display
controls (P. 2-18)
Steering wheel switch for audio
control (P. 4-48)
21. Hood release (P. 3-23)
22. Trunk opener (P. 3-24) Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF
switch (P. 2-42)
Heated steering wheel switch
(if so equipped) (P. 2-42)
*: For additional information, refer to the
separate NissanConnect® Owner’s Manual.
Refer to the page number indicated in
parentheses for operating details.
1. Tachometer
2. Warning and indicator lights
3. Vehicle information displayOdometer
Twin trip odometer
4. Speedometer 5. Fuel gauge
6. Engine coolant temperature gauge
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METERS AND GAUGES
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CAUTION
If the gauge indicates coolant tempera-
ture near the hot (H) end of the normal
range, reduce vehicle speed to decrease
temperature. If the gauge is over the
normal range, stop the vehicle as soon
as safely possible. If the engine is over-
heated, continued operation of the ve-
hicle may seriously damage the engine.
For additional information, refer to “If
your vehicle overheats” in the “In case
of emergency ” section of this manual
for immediate action required.
FUEL GAUGE
The gauge indicates theapproximatefuel
level in the tank.
The gauge may move slightly during brak-
ing, turning, acceleration, or going up or
down hills.
The gauge needle returns to 0 (Empty) af-
ter the ignition switch is placed in the OFF
position.
The low fuel warning message shows in
the vehicle information display when the
amount of fuel in the tank is getting low. Refill the fuel tank before the gauge reg-
isters 0 (Empty).
The
indicates that the fuel-filler
door is located on the driver’s side of the
vehicle.
CAUTION
∙ If the vehicle runs out of fuel, theMalfunction Indicator Light (MIL) may
come on. Refuel as soon as possible.
Af ter a few driving trips, the
light
should turn off. If the light remains on
af ter a few driving trips, have the ve-
hicle inspected. It is recommended
that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this
service.
∙ For additional information, refer to “Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)” in
this section.
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∙ When replacing a wheel without theTPMS such as the spare tire, the TPMS
will not function and the low tire pres-
sure warning light will flash for ap-
proximately 1 minute. The light will re-
main on af ter 1 minute. Have your
tires replaced and/or TPMS system
reset as soon as possible. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer
for these services.
∙ Replacing tires with those not origi- nally specified by NISSAN could affect
the proper operation of the TPMS.
CAUTION
∙ The TPMS is not a substitute for theregular tire pressure check. Be sure to
check the tire pressure regularly.
∙ If the vehicle is being driven at speeds of less than 16 mph (25 km/h), the
TPMS may not operate correctly.
∙ Be sure to install the specified size of tires to the four wheels correctly.
Master warning light
When the ignition is in the ON position, the
master warning light illuminates if any of
the following are displayed on the vehicle
information display.
∙ No key warning
∙ Low fuel warning
∙ Low windshield-washer fluid warning
∙ Parking brake release warning
∙ Door/trunk open warning
∙ Loose fuel cap
∙ Check tire pressure warning
Power steering warninglight
WARNING
∙ If the engine is not running or is turned off while driving, the power as-
sist for the steering will not work.
Steering will be harder to operate. ∙ When the power steering warning
light illuminates with the engine run-
ning, 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. It is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.
When the ignition switch is in the ON posi-
tion, the power steering warning light illu-
minates. Af ter starting the engine, the
power steering warning light turns off. This
indicates that the electric power steering
system is operational. If the power steering
warning light illuminates while the engine
is running, it may indicate the power steer-
ing system is not functioning properly and
may need servicing. Have the hydraulic
pump electric power steering system
checked. It is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN dealer for this service. For addi-
tional information, refer to “Power steering”
in the “Starting and driving” section of this
manual.
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For additional information, refer to “Front
passenger air bag and status light” in the
“Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemen-
tal restraint system” section of this manual.
High beam indicator light(blue)
This blue light comes on when the head-
light high beams are on and goes out when
the low beams are selected.
The high beam indicator light also comes
on when the passing signal is activated.
Malfunction Indicator Light(MIL)
If this indicator light comes on steady or
blinks while the engine is running, it may
indicate a potential emission control mal-
function.
The MIL may also come on steady if the
fuel-filler cap is loose or missing, or if the
vehicle runs out of fuel. Check to make sure
the fuel-filler cap is installed and closed
tightly, and that the vehicle has at least
3 gallons (11.4 liters) of fuel in the fuel tank.
Af ter a few driving trips, the
light
should turn off if no other potential emis-
sion control system malfunction exists. If this indicator light comes on steady for
20 seconds and then blinks for 10 seconds
when the engine is not running, it indicates
that the vehicle is not ready for an emission
control system inspection/maintenance
test. For additional information, refer to
“Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance
(I/M) test” in the “Technical and consumer
information” section of this manual.
Operation
The MIL will come on in one of two ways:
∙ MIL on steady — An emission control system malfunction has been de-
tected. 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 missing, tighten or
install the cap and continue to drive the
vehicle. The
light should turn off
af ter a few driving trips. If the
light
does not turn off af ter a few driving
trips, have the vehicle inspected. It is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service. 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 dam-
age:
– do not drive at speeds above 45 mph (72 km/h).
– avoid hard acceleration or decelera- tion.
– 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. It is rec-
ommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer
for this service. You do not need to have
your vehicle towed to the dealer.CAUTION
Continued vehicle operation without
having the emission control system
checked and repaired as necessary
could lead to poor driveability, reduced
fuel economy, and possible damage to
the emission control system.
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HOW TO USE THE VEHICLE
INFORMATION DISPLAY
The vehicle information display can be
changed using the
,, ENTER
and
switches located on the steering
wheel.
1— navigate through the items in
the vehicle information display
ENTER — change or select an item in
the vehicle information display
2— go back to the previous menu
3— select/enter the vehicle infor-
mation display menu items or to
change from one display screen to the
next (i.e. trip, Fuel economy)
The ENTER and
buttons also control
audio and control panel functions. For ad-
ditional information, refer to “Steering
wheel switch for audio control” in the “Moni-
tor, climate, audio, phone and voice recog-
nition systems” section of this manual.
STARTUP DISPLAY
When the vehicle in placed in the ON or ACC
position the screens that display in the ve-
hicle information include:
∙ Active system status
∙ Tire pressures
∙ Trip computer
∙ Audio
∙ Navigation (if so equipped)
∙ Driver Assistance (if so equipped)
∙ Fuel economy
∙ Warnings
Warnings will only display if there are any
present. For additional information, refer to
“Vehicle information display warnings and
indicators” in this section. To control what items display in the vehicle
information display, refer to “How to use the
vehicle information display” in this section.
RESETTING THE TRIP COMPUTER
1. Press thebutton until you reach
the trip computer mode.
2. Press the
button again for more
than 1.5 seconds to reset average fuel
consumption, average speed, distance
to empty, and journey time.
SETTINGS
The setting mode allows you to change the
information displayed in the vehicle infor-
mation display:
∙ Driver Assistance (if so equipped)
∙ Vehicle Settings
∙ Main Menu Selection
∙ Body Color
∙ Maintenance
∙ Alarms
∙ Language
∙ Unit
∙ Welcome Effects
∙ Factory ResetLIC2322
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Main Menu Selection
The main menu selection menu allows the
user to customize the information that ap-
pears in the vehicle information display.
Menu itemResult
Tire Pressures Allows user to turn the tire pressures display on or off.
Trip Computer Allows user to turn the trip computer display on or off.
Audio Allows user to turn the audio display on or off.
Navigation (if so equipped) Allows user to turn the navigation display on or off.
Driver Assistance (if so equipped) Allows user turn the driver assistance display on or off.
Fuel Economy Allows user to turn the fuel economy display on or off.
Body Color
The body color menu allows the user to
customize the information that appears in
the vehicle information display.
Menu item Result
Body Color Allows user to select the color of the vehicle that appears in the vehicle information display.
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