2020 NISSAN ALTIMA engine

or
Brake warning
light (red)2
or
Electronic parking
brake warning
light (yellow) (if so
equipped)3
orBrake warning light (red)
orElectronic parking
brake warning light
(yellow) (if so equipped)
WARNING LIGHTS
orBrake warning
light (red)
This light functions for both the parking
brake and the foot brake systems.
Parking brake indicator (if so equipped)
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the light comes on when the park-
ing brake is applied.
Low brake fluid warning light
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the light warns of a low brake fluid
level. If the light comes on while the engine is
running with the parking brake not applied,
stop the vehicle and perform the following:
1. Check the brake fluid level. Add brake
fluid as necessary. For additional infor-
mation, refer to “Brake fluid” in the “Do-
it-yourself ” section of this manual.2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have
the warning system checked. It is rec-
ommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.
WARNING
∙ Your brake system may not be work-
ing properly if the warning light is on.
Driving could be dangerous. If you
judge it to be safe, drive carefully to
the nearest service station for repairs.
Otherwise, have your vehicle towed
because driving it could be
dangerous.
∙ Pressing the brake pedal with the en-
gine stopped and/or a low brake fluid
level may increase your stopping dis-
tance and braking will require greater
pedal effort as well as pedal travel.
∙ If the brake fluid level is below the
MINIMUM or MIN mark on the brake
fluid reservoir, do not drive until the
brake system has been checked. It is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.
WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS WARNING LIGHTS, INDICATOR LIGHTS
AND AUDIBLE REMINDERS

orElectronic parking
brake warning
light (yellow) (if so
equipped)
The electronic parking brake system warn-
ing light functions for the electronic park-
ing brake system. If the warning light illumi-
nates, it may indicate the electronic
parking brake system is not functioning
properly. Have the system checked. It is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.
For additional information, refer to “Parking
brake” in the “Starting and driving” section
of this manual.
INDICATOR LIGHTS
orElectronic parking
brake indicator
light (red) (if so
equipped)
This light illuminates when the electronic
parking brake system is operating.When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the electronic parking brake
warning light illuminates. When the engine
is started and the parking brake is released,
the warning light turns off.
If the parking brake is not released, the
electronic parking brake warning light re-
mains illuminated. Ensure the electronic
parking brake warning light has turned off
before driving.
If the electronic parking brake warning light
illuminates or flashes while the electronic
parking brake system warning light
or(yellow) illuminates, it may indicate
that the electronic parking brake system is
not functioning properly. Have the system
checked. It is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN dealer for this service.
For additional information, refer to “Parking
brake” in the “Starting and driving” section
of this manual.

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING
WARNING
Operating, servicing and maintaining a passenger
vehicle or off-highway motor vehicle can expose you to
chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide,
phthalates, and lead, which are known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. To minimize exposure, avoid
breathing exhaust, do not idle the engine except as
necessary, service your vehicle in a well-ventilated area
and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently when
servicing your vehicle. For more information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-vehicle.

∙ ALWAYS provide information aboutthe proper use of vehicle safety fea-
tures to all occupants of the vehicle.
∙ ALWAYS review this Owner’s Manual for important safety information.
MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE
This vehicle should not be modified.
Modification could affect its
performance, safety, emissions or du-
rability and may even violate govern-
mental regulations. In addition, dam-
age or performance problems
resulting from modifications may not
be covered under NISSAN warranties.
WARNING
Installing an af termarket On-Board Di-
agnostic (OBD) plug-in device that uses
the port during normal driving, for ex-
ample remote insurance company
monitoring, remote vehicle diagnostics,
telematics or engine reprogramming,
may cause interference or damage to
vehicle systems. We do not recommend
or endorse the use of any af termarket
OBD plug-in devices, unless specifically
approved by NISSAN. The vehicle war-
ranty may not cover damage caused by
any af termarket plug-in device. This manual includes information for all
features and equipment available on this
model. Features and equipment in your ve-
hicle may vary depending on model, trim
level, options selected, order, date of pro-
duction, region or availability. Therefore,
you may find information about features or
equipment that are not included or in-
stalled on your vehicle.
All information, specifications and illustra-
tions in this manual are those in effect at
the time of printing. NISSAN reserves the
right to change specifications, perfor-
mance, design or component 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 ac-
cess to accurate and up-to-date informa-
tion regarding your vehicle. Current ver-
sions of vehicle Owner’s Manuals 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
questions concerning any information in
your Owner’s Manual, contact NISSAN
WHEN READING THE MANUAL

0 Illustrated table of contents
Air bags, seat belts and child restraints..........0-2
Exterior front ....................................0-3
Exterior rear .....................................0-4
Passenger compartment ........................0-5 Instrument panel
................................0-6
Engine compartment check locations ...........0-8
Warning and indicator lights ....................0-10

1. Power windows (P. 2-61)
2. Windshield (P. 8-19)
3. Wiper and washer switch (P. 2-43)
4. Engine hood (P. 3-22)
5. Front view camera (if so equipped)(P. 4-11)
6. Fog light switch (if so equipped)
(P. 2-45)
Turn signal switch (P. 2-45)
7. Headlight switch (P. 2-45) LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
system (if so equipped) (P. 2-50)
Replacing bulbs (P. 8-25)
8. Tire pressure (P. 8-29) Flat tire (P. 6-3)
Tire chains (P. 8-29)
9. Mirrors (P. 3-30) Side view camera (if so equipped)
(P. 4-11)
10. Door locks (P. 3-4) NISSAN Intelligent Key® (P. 3-7)
Keys (P. 3-2)
Refer to the page number indicated in
parentheses for operating details.
LII2559
EXTERIOR FRONT
Illustrated table of contents0-3

KR20DDET engine
1. Engine coolant reservoir (P. 8-5)
2. Drive belt location (P. 8-16)
3. Engine oil filler cap (P. 8-7)
4. Brake fluid reservoir (P. 8-12)
5. Battery (P. 8-14)
6. Fuse/Fusible link box (P. 8-21)
7. Air cleaner (P. 8-18)
8. Radiator cap (P. 8-5)
9. Engine oil dipstick (P. 8-7)
10. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir(P. 8-13)
Refer to the page number indicated in
parentheses for operating details.
LDI3260
ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK
LOCATIONS
0-8Illustrated table of contents

PR25DD engine
1. Engine coolant reservoir (P. 8-5)
2. Drive belt location (P. 8-16)
3. Engine oil filler cap (P. 8-7)
4. Engine oil dipstick (P. 8-7)
5. Brake fluid reservoir (P. 8-12)
6. Battery (P. 8-14)
7. Fuse/Fusible link box (P. 8-21)
8. Air cleaner (P. 8-18)
9. Radiator cap (P. 8-5)
10. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir(P. 8-13)
Refer to the page number indicated in
parentheses for operating details.
LDI3261
Illustrated table of contents0-9