2020 NISSAN ALTIMA Light indicators

2 Instruments and controls
Instrument panel................................2-2
Meters and gauges ..............................2-4
Speedometer and odometer .................2-4
Tachometer ..................................2-6
Engine coolant temperature gauge ..........2-6
Fuel gauge ................................... 2-7
Distance To Empty (DTE) ...................... 2-7
Variable Compression Turbo
(if so equipped) ...............................2-8
Warning lights, indicator lights and audible
reminders .......................................2-9
Checking lights .............................. 2-10
Warning lights ............................... 2-10
Indicator lights .............................. 2-15
Audible reminders ........................... 2-18
Vehicle information display .....................2-19
How to use the vehicle information
display ...................................... 2-20
Startup display .............................. 2-20
Resetting the drive computer ................2-21
Oil control system (if so equipped) ...........2-21
Settings ..................................... 2-22
Vehicle information display indicators .......2-30
Vehicle information display warnings ........2-33 Security systems
............................... 2-40
Vehicle security system .....................2-40
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System .........2-42
Wiper and washer switch .......................2-43
Switch operation ............................ 2-43
Rear window and outside mirror
(if so equipped) defroster switch ................2-44
Headlight and turn signal switch ...............2-45
Headlight control switch .....................2-45
LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
system (if so equipped) ......................2-50
Instrument brightness control ...............2-50
Turn signal switch ........................... 2-50
Fog light switch (if so equipped) .............2-51
Horn ........................................... 2-52
Heated seat switches (if so equipped) ..........2-52
Heated steering wheel switch (if so equipped) . . 2-53
S
teering Assist switch (for vehicles with
ProPILOT Assist) (if so equipped) ................2-54
E-call (SOS) button (if so equipped) .............2-54
Rear Door Alert ................................. 2-55
Power outlet .................................... 2-56
Extended storage switch .......................2-57
Storage ........................................ 2-58

CHECKING LIGHTS
With all doors closed, apply the parking
brake, fasten the seat belts and place the
ignition switch in the ON position without
starting the engine. The following lights (if
so equipped) will come on:
,,,,,
or
The following lights (if so equipped) come
on briefly and then go off:
or,,,,,
or,
If any light fails to come on or operate in a
way other than described, it may indicate a
burned-out bulb and/or a system mal-
function. Have the system checked. It is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.
Some indicators and warnings are also dis-
played in the vehicle information display
between the speedometer and tachom-
eter. For additional information, refer to “Ve-
hicle information display” in this section.
WARNING LIGHTS
For additional information on warnings
and indicators, refer to “Vehicle information
display” in this section.
orAnti-lock BrakingSystem (ABS)
warning light
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the ABS warning light illuminates
and then turns off. This indicates the ABS is
operational.
If the ABS warning light illuminates while
the engine is running or while driving, it
may indicate the ABS is not functioning
properly. Have the system checked. It is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.
If an ABS malfunction occurs, the anti-lock
function is turned off. The brake system
then operates normally but without anti-
lock assistance. For additional information,
refer to “Brake system” in the “Starting and
driving” section of this manual.
Automatic EmergencyBraking (AEB) system
warning light (if so
equipped)
This light comes on when the ignition
switch is placed in the ON position. It turns
off af ter the vehicle is started.
This light illuminates when the AEB system
is set to OFF on the meter display.
If the light illuminates when the AEB sys-
tem is on, it may indicate that the system is
unavailable. For additional information, re-
fer to “Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)”
and “Intelligent Forward Collision Warning
(I-FCW)” in the “Starting and driving” section
of this manual.
2-10Instruments and controls

Vehicle Settings
The vehicle settings allow the user to
change the settings for lights, wipers, lock-
ing, keys, and other vehicle settings.
Menu itemResult
Lighting Displays the available lighting options.
Welcome Headlight (if so equipped) Allows user to turn the welcome light on or off.
Auto Room Lamp Allows user to turn the auto room lamp on or off.
Accent Lighting (if so equipped) Allows user to adjust the accent lighting brightness.
Auto Headlight (if so equipped) Allows user to change when the auto headlights activate based on the exterior brightness.
Light Off Delay (if so equipped) Allows user to change the length of time the exterior lights remain on.
Turn indicator Displays the available turn indicator options.
3 Flashes (if so equipped) Allows user to turn the 3 flash pass feature on or off.
Continuous (if so equipped) Allows user to adjust the continuous feature.
Locking Displays the available locking options.
Ext Door Switch Allows user to turn the exterior door switch on or off. When turned on, the request switch on the door is
activated.
Selective Unlock Allows user to turn selective unlock on or off. When turned on, only the driver’s door is unlocked af ter the
door unlock operation. When the door handle request switch on the driver’s or front passenger’s side door is
pushed to be unlocked, only the corresponding door is unlocked first. All the doors can be unlocked if the
door unlock operation is performed again within 5 seconds. When this item is turned off, all the doors will be
unlocked af ter the door unlock operation is performed once.
Auto Door Unlock Displays the auto door unlock options.
Shif t to P Doors will unlock when the vehicle is shif ted into P (Park).
IGN OFF Doors will unlock when the ignition is turned off.
OFF Doors will have to be manually unlocked.
Horn beeps on lock Allows user to turn answer back horn on or off. When turned on, the horn will chirp and the hazard indicators
will flash once when locking the vehicle with the Intelligent Key.
Wipers Displays the available wiper options.
Instruments and controls2-25

VEHICLE INFORMATION DISPLAY
WARNINGS
1. No Key Detected
2. Key ID Incorrect
3. Key Battery Low
4. Key System Error: See Owner’s Manual
5. Key Registration Complete
6. Shif t to Park
7. Push ignition to OFF
8. Push brake and start switch to drive
9. Engine start operation for IntelligentKey system (if I-Key battery level is low)
10. Release Parking Brake
11. Low Fuel
12. Loose Fuel Cap
13. Engine Oil Service due in———miles
14. Low Washer Fluid (if so equipped)
15. Tire Pressure Low - Add Air
16. Door Open
17. Trunk Open
18. Low Outside Temperature 19. Power will turn off to save the battery
20. Power turned off to save the battery
21. Reminder: Turn OFF Headlights
22. Headlight System Error: See Owner’s
Manual (if so equipped)
23. Parking Sensor Error: See Owner’s Manual (if so equipped)
24. Driver Attention Alert Malfunction
25. Malfunction: See Owner’s Manual (if so equipped)
26. Unavailable: Side Radar Obstruction (if so equipped)
27. Unavailable: High Cabin Temperature (if so equipped)
28. Time for a break?
29. Driver Attention Alert— Take a Break?
30. Malfunction (if so equipped)
31. Shipping Mode On Push Storage Fuse
32. Not Available: Parking Brake On (if so equipped)
33. Rear Door Alert is activated
34. Check Rear Seat For All Articles 35. Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) indica-
tors (if so equipped)
36. Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) (for ve- hicles with ProPILOT Assist) indicators
(if so equipped)
37. Speed Limit Sign indicator (if so equipped)
38. Chassis Control System Error: See Owner’s Manual (if so equipped)
39. Not Available System Malfunction (if so equipped)
40. Not Available: Seat Belt Not Fastened (if so equipped)
41. Not Available: Front Radar Blocked (if so equipped)
42. Currently not available (if so equipped)
43. Not Available Poor Road Conditions (if so equipped)
44. AWD Error: See Owner’s Manual (if so equipped)
45. AWD High Temp. Stop Vehicle (if so equipped)
46. AWD Tire Size Incorrect: See Owner’s Manual (if so equipped)
Instruments and controls2-33

If you wax the surface of the hood, be care-
ful not to let wax get into the washer nozzle
D. This may cause clogging or improper
windshield-washer operation. If wax gets
into the nozzle, remove it with a needle or
small pin
C. If the brakes do not operate properly, have
the brakes checked. It is recommended
that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this ser-
vice.
Self-adjusting brakes
Your vehicle is equipped with self-adjusting
brakes.
The front and rear disc-type brakes self-
adjust every time the brake pedal is ap-
plied.
WARNING
Have your brake system checked if the
brake pedal height does not return to
normal. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
Brake pad wear indicators
The disc brake pads on your vehicle have
audible wear indicators. When a brake pad
requires replacement, a high pitched
scraping or screeching sound will be heard
when the vehicle is in motion. The noise will
be heard whether or not the brake pedal is
depressed. Have the brakes checked as
soon as possible if the wear indicator
sound is heard. Under some driving or climate conditions,
occasional brake squeak, squeal or other
noise may be heard. Occasional brake
noise during light to moderate stops is nor-
mal and does not affect the function or
performance of the brake system.
Proper brake inspection intervals should
be followed.
For additional information re-
garding brake inspections, refer to the ap-
propriate maintenance schedule informa-
tion in the "Maintenance and schedules"
section of this manual.
LDI2731
BRAKES
8-20Do-it-yourself

∙ The original tires have built-intread wear indicators. When the
wear indicators are visible, the
tire(s) should be replaced.
∙ Tires degrade with age and use. Have tires, including the spare,
over 6 years old checked by a
qualified technician because
some tire damage may not be
obvious. Replace the tires as
necessary to prevent tire failure
and possible personal injury.
∙ Improper service of the spare tire may result in serious per-
sonal injury. If it is necessary to
repair the spare tire, it is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.
∙ For additional information re- garding tires, refer to “Impor-
tant Tire Safety Information”
(US) or “Tire Safety Information”
(Canada) in the Warranty Infor-
mation Booklet.
Replacing wheels and tires
When replacing a tire, use the same size,
tread design, speed rating and load carry- ing capacity as originally equipped. For ad-
ditional information, refer to “Wheels and
tires” in the “Technical and consumer infor-
mation” section of this manual.
WARNING
∙ The use of tires other than those rec-
ommended or the mixed use of tires
of different brands, construction
(bias, bias-belted or radial), or tread
patterns can adversely affect the ride,
braking, handling, Vehicle Dynamic
Control (VDC) system, ground clear-
ance, body-to-tire clearance, tire
chain clearance, speedometer cali-
bration, headlight aim and bumper
height. Some of these effects may
lead to accidents and could result in
serious personal injury.
∙ If your vehicle was originally equipped with four tires that were the
same size and you are only replacing
two of the four tires, install the new
tires on the rear axle. Placing new tires
on the front axle may cause loss of
vehicle control in some driving condi-
tions and cause an accident and per-
sonal injury. ∙ If the wheels are changed for any rea-
son, always replace with wheels
which have the same off-set dimen-
sion. Wheels of a different off-set
could cause premature tire wear, de-
grade vehicle handling characteris-
tics, affect the VDC system and/or in-
terference with the brake discs. Such
interference can lead to decreased
braking efficiency and/or early brake
pad wear. For additional information
on wheel off-set dimensions, refer to
“Wheels and tires” in the “Technical
and consumer information” section of
this manual.
∙ When replacing a wheel without the TPMS, 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 this service.
∙ Replacing tires with those not origi- nally specified by NISSAN could affect
the proper operation of the TPMS.
Do-it-yourself8-39

11 Index
A
Active noise cancellation Active sound enhancement. .5-183, 5-183
ActiveRideControl(ARC)..........5-174
Air bag (See supplemental restraint
system) .................... .1-46
Air bag system Front (See supplemental front impact air
bagsystem)............... .1-54
Airbagwarninglight..........1-67, 2-15
Air bag warning light,
supplemental ..............1-67, 2-15
Air cleaner housing filter ..........8-18
Air conditioner Air conditioner operation ....4-32,4-38
Air conditioner specification label . .10-13
Air conditioner system refrigerant and oil
recommendations ............10-8
Air conditioner system refrigerant
recommendations ............10-8
Heater and air conditioner
controls...............4-29,4-38
Servicing air conditioner ........4-41
Air flow charts .................4-33
Alarm system
(See vehicle security system) .......2-40
All-Wheel Drive .............5-164,6-13
Anchor point locations ...........1-28
Antenna ....................4-42
Antifreeze ...................5-180
Anti-lock brake warning light ........2-10Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
.....5-169
Armrests.................... .1-7
Audible reminders ..............2-18
Autolightswitch................2-47
Automatic Automatic drive
positioner ...........3-32,3-33,3-34
Automatic power window switch . . .2-63
Automatic anti-glare inside mirror ....3-30
Automaticbrakehold............5-28
Automatic door locks .............3-6
Automatic drive positioner . .3-32, 3-33, 3-34
Automatic Emergency Braking
(AEB) .............2-10,2 -11, 2-15, 5-130
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) with
Pedestrian Detection ............5-138
AWD...................5-164,6-13
B
Battery.................5-180,8-14 Charge warning light ...........2-11
Battery replacement ............8-23
Keyfob...................8-23
NISSAN Intelligent Key® .........8-24
Before starting the engine .........5-17
Belt(Seedrivebelt)..............8-16
Blind Spot Warning (BSW) ..........5-45
Booster seats .................1-42
Brake Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) . . .5-169
Brakefluid.................8-12 Brakelight(Seestoplight).......8-26
Brakesystem ..............5-169
Brakewarninglight............2-11
Brakewearindicators.......2-18,8-20
Parking brake operation
........5-25
Self-adjustingbrakes..........8-20
Brake Assist .................5-170
Brakefluid...................8-12
Brakes.....................8-20
Brakesystem ................5-169
Break-in schedule ..............5 -162
Brightness control Instrument panel .............2-50
Bulb check/instrument panel .......2-10
Bulb replacement .............. 8-26
C
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants....................10-2
Cargo
(See vehicle loading information) . . . .10-14
Car phone or CB radio ...........4-42
Chassis control ...............
5-174
Check tire pressure .............2-35
Childrestraints.......1-21, 1-22, 1-23, 1-26 LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren)System.............1-26
Precautions on child
restraints.........1-23, 1-31, 1-38, 1-43
Top tether strap anchor point
locations..................1-28