2023 NISSAN MAXIMA steering wheel

immediately. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN dealer for this service. Keep
the floor mat away from the pedal.
Brakes:Check that the brakes do not pull
the vehicle to one side when applied.
C
ontinuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
P (Park) position mechanism:On a fairly
steep hill check that the vehicle is held se-
curely with the shif t lever in the P (Park)
position without applying any brakes.
Parking brake:
Check the parking brake op-
eration regularly. The vehicle should be se-
curely held on a fairly steep hill with only the
parking brake applied. If the parking brake
needs adjustment, it is recommended that
you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
Seats: Check seat position controls such
as seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc., to
ensure they operate smoothly and all
latches lock securely in every position.
Check that the head restraints/headrests
move up and down smoothly and the locks
(if so equipped) hold securely in all latched
positions.
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 webbing 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 prop-
erly 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* (for maintenance free batter-
ies): This vehicle is equipped with a sealed
maintenance free battery. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
service.
NOTE:
Care should be taken to avoid situations
that can lead to potential battery dis-
charge 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
running (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 af ter
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.
9-4Maintenance and schedules

Powersteeringfluid...............8-11
Windshield-washer fluid...........8-12
Foglightswitch ...................2-53
Foldingrearseat................... .1-5
Front air bag system (See supplemental
restraint system) ...................1-49
Front and rear sonar system .........5-119
Front power seat adjustment ..........1-3
Frontseats....................... .1-2
Front-door pocket .................2-64
Fuelefficientdrivingtips.............5 -110
Fuel gauge ........................2-6
Fuel-filler door .....................3-22
Fuel.............................10-2 Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ..................10-2
Fuel economy ...................5 -111
Fuel gauge ......................2-6
Fueloctanerating................10-6
Fuel recommendation .........10-2,10-4
Fuel-filler cap ...................3-22
Fuel-filler lid ....................3-22
Loose fuel cap warning ............2-27
Fuses ...........................8-20
Fusiblelinks ......................8-21
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink®
Universal Transceiver ...............2-77
Gascap.........................3-22 Gauge
...........................2-5
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
Gloveboxlock ....................2-66
Glovebox........................2-66
H
Hazard warning flasher switch .........6-2
Headrestraints.................... .1-7
Headlight and turn signal switch .......2-46
Headlightcontrolswitch.............2-46
Headlights.......................8-24
Heatedmirrors....................3-29
Heatedrearseats..................2-56
Heated seat switches ...............2-55
Heatedseats.....................2-54
Heated steering wheel ..............2-57
Heater and air conditioner (automatic) . .4-29
Heater..........................4-29 Heater and air conditioner (automatic)
(if so equipped) ..................4-29
Heater and air conditioner controls. . .4-30
Heater operation .................4-31
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver ......2-77
Hood ...........................3-20
Horn............................2-53
I
Ignition Switch ....................5-10
Push-button ignition switch ........5-10
Immobilizer system ................2-42
Important vehicle information label . . . .10-12
In-cabinmicrofilter.................8-17
Increasing fuel economy ............5-111
Indicator lights and audible reminders
(See warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders) ....................... .2-8
Indicator.........................5-13 NISSAN Intelligent Key® battery
discharge indicator ...............5-13
Inside automatic anti-glare mirror ......3-27
Instrument brightness control ........2-52
Instrument panel dimmer switch ......2-52
Instrument panel ...................0-6
Integrated Dynamics-control Module . . .5-118
Intelligent Around View® Monitor .......4-11
Intelligent Cruise Control ............5-56
Intelligent Drive Alertness (I-DA) .......5-107
Intelligent Engine Brake (I-EB) .........5-118
Intelligent Forward Collision Warning
(I-FCW)..........................5-96
Intelligent Key system ................3-7
Key operating range ...............3-7
Key operation ....................3-8
Mechanical key ...................3-3
Remote keyless entry operation .....3-12
Troubleshooting guide ............3-15
Warning signals ..................3-15
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Remote Engine Start................3-17
Reporting safety defects (US only) .....10-21
S
Safety............................3-6
Child safety rear door lock ..........3-6
Childseatbelts.......1-21, 1-28, 1-34, 1-38
Reporting safety defects (US only) . . .10-21
Seat adjustment ....................1-3
Front power seat adjustment ........1-3
Seat belt extenders .................1-18
Seatbeltwarninglight.............. .1-14
Seatbelt.........................1-19 Childsafety.................... .1-19
Infants and small children ......1-19, 1-20
Injuredperson.................. .1-14
Largerchildren................. .1-20
Precautions on seat belt usage ......1-11
Pregnant women .................1-14
Seat belt extenders ...............1-18
Seat belt maintenance ............1-18
Seatbelts................... .1-11, 7-9
Shoulder belt height adjustment .....1-17
Three-pointtypewithretractor......1-15
Seat............................3-30 Memory seat ...............3-30,3-32
Seatback pockets ..................2-64
Seats ........................... .1-2
Adjustment ..................... .1-2
Armrests....................... .1-6
Frontseats..................... .1-2Heatedseats...............2-54,2-55
Rearseat ......................
.1-5
Security indicator light ...............2-11
Security system (NISSAN Vehicle
Immobilizer System), engine start ......2-42
Security systems ..................2-40
Vehicle security system ...........2-40
Self-adjustingbrakes ...............8-19
Service manual order form ..........10-23
Servicing air conditioner .............4-33
Shifting..........................5-17 Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) ..........................5-17
Shoulder belt height adjustment .......1-17
Spark plug replacement .............8-16
Spark plugs .......................8-16
Specifications .....................10-9
Speedometer ......................2-4
Spotlights(Seemaplight)............2-76
SRS warning label ..................1-62
Stability control ...................5 -115
Standard maintenance ..............9-8
Starting the engine .................5-14
Starting..........................5-14
Before starting the engine ..........
5-14
Jumpstarting................6-9,8-15
Precautions when starting and
driving.........................5-4
Push starting ....................6-11
Starting the engine ...............5-14
Steering wheel ....................3-24
Steering.........................2-57 Heated steering wheel ............2-57 Powersteeringfluid...............8-11
Powersteeringsystem ...........5
-112
Stoplight........................8-25
Storagetray......................2-65
Storage .........................2-64
Sunvisors........................3-26
Sunglasses case ...................2-66
Sunglasses holder .................2-66
Sunroof ..........................2-72
Supplemental air bag warning light .....1-62
Supplemental front impact air bag
system ......................... .1-49
Supplemental restraint system
(Supplemental air bag system) ........1-41
Supplemental restraint system ........1-62
Information and warning labels ......1-62
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system ....................... .1-41
Switch ..........................2-47 Autolightswitch.................2-47
Automaticpowerwindowswitch.....2-71
Foglightswitch .................2-53
Hazard warning flasher switch .......6-2
Headlight and turn signal switch .....2-46
Headlightcontrolswitch...........2-46
Instrument brightness control ......2-52
Power door lock switch ............3-5
Rear window and outside mirror
defrosterswitch.................2-45
Turn signal switch ................2-52
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