change time NISSAN ALTIMA 2003 L31 / 3.G Owners Manual

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1. Speedometer
2. Odometer/twin trip display
3. Change button
SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER
Speedometer
The speedometer indicates vehicle speed in
miles per hour (MPH) and kilometers per hour
(km/h) .
Odometer/Twin trip odometer
The odometer/twin trip odometer is displayed
when the ignition key is in the ON position.The odometer records the total distance the ve-
hicle has been driven.
The twin trip odometer records the distance of
individual trips.
Changing the display:
Pushing the change button changes the display
as follows:
Trip
!Trip!Outside temperature
!Distance to Empty!Average economy!
Average speed!Elapsed time!Trip
Resetting the trip odometer:
Pushing the change button for more than 1 sec-
ond resets the trip odometer to zero.
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METERS AND GAUGES
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NOTE:
cIf the amount of fuel added while the
ignition switch is OFF is small, the dis-
play just before the ignition switch is
turned OFF may continue to be dis-
played.
cWhen driving uphill or rounding curves,
the fuel in the tank shifts, which may
momentarily change the display.
Average fuel consumption (Mpg or
l/100km)
The average fuel consumption mode shows the
average fuel consumption since the last reset.
Resetting is done by pressing the mode switch
for more than approximately 1 second. The dis-
play is updated every 30 seconds. At about the
first 1/3 miles (500 m) after a reset, the display
shows (----) .
Average speed (MPH or km/h)
The average speed mode shows the average
vehicle speed since last reset. Resetting is done
by pressing the mode switch for more than ap-
proximately 1 second. The display is updated
every 30 seconds. The first 30 seconds after a
reset, the display shows (----) .
Journey time
The journey time mode shows the time since the
last reset. The displayed time can be reset by
pressing the mode switch for more than approxi-
mately 1 second.
NOTE:
If a low temperature warning and low range
warning occur simultaneously, other dis-
play modes switch automatically to the
outside temperature display.
When the mode switch is pushed, the dis-
play switches to the mode chosen before
the warning display, and the outside air
temperature indicator marked ICY will
blink.
TACHOMETER
The tachometer indicates engine speed in revo-
lutions per minute (r/min) . Do not rev engine into
the red zone
s1.
CAUTION
When engine speed approaches the red
zone, shift to a higher gear. Operating the
engine in the red zone may cause serious
engine damage.
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INSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESS
CONTROL
The instrument cluster illuminates when the igni-
tion switch is in ON position.
The instrument brightness control operates when
the headlight control switch is in the
AUTO,
orposition.
Turn the control to adjust the brightness of instru-
ment panel lights when driving at night.
The instrument brightness control will not adjust
the brightness when the headlights or parking
lights are off.
TURN SIGNAL SWITCH
Turn signal
s1Move the lever up or down to signal the
turning direction. When the turn is com-
pleted, the turn signals cancel automatically.
Lane change signal
s2To signal a lane change, move the lever up or
down to the point where the indicator light
begins to flash, but the lever does not latch.
FOG LIGHT SWITCH (if so equipped)
Normal operation of the fog lights in the
ONposition:
Headlight switch in the AUTO position; day-
time operation
cFog lights, marker and taillights come ON.
cHeadlights do not come ON.
cDash readouts dim unless the dimmer
switch is on full bright.
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5. Press the LOCK button, then the UNLOCK
button two or three times to check the key-
fob operation.
If the battery is removed for any reason
other than replacement, perform step 5.
cAn improperly disposed battery can
hurt the environment. Always confirm
local regulations for battery disposal.
cThe keyfob is water-resistant; how-
ever, if it does get wet, immediately
wipe completely dry.
cThe operational range of the keyfob
extends to approximately 33 ft (10 m)
from the vehicle. This range may vary
with conditions.
FCC Notice:
Changes or modifications not expressly ap-
proved by the manufacturer for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules and RSS-210 of Industry
Canada.Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference received, in-
cluding interference that may cause undes-
ired operation of the device.
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RADIO
Turn the ignition key to the ACC or ON position
and press the power on switch to turn the radio
on. If you listen to the radio with the engine not
running, the key should be turned to the ACC
position.
Radio reception is affected by station signal
strength, distance from radio transmitter, build-
ings, bridges, mountains and other external influ-
ences. Intermittent changes in reception quality
normally are caused by these external influences.
Using a cellular phone in or near the ve-
hicle may influence radio reception quality.
Radio reception
Your NISSAN radio system is equipped with
state-of-the-art electronic circuits to enhance ra-
dio reception. These circuits are designed to
extend reception range, and to enhance the qual-
ity of that reception.
However there are some general characteristics
of both FM and AM radio signals that can affect
radio reception quality in a moving vehicle, even
when the finest equipment is used. These char-
acteristics are completely normal in a given re-
ception area, and do not indicate any malfunction
in your NISSAN radio system.Reception conditions will constantly change be-
cause of vehicle movement. Buildings, terrain,
signal distance and interference from other ve-
hicles can work against ideal reception. De-
scribed below are some of the factors that can
affect your radio reception.
FM RADIO RECEPTION
Range: FM range is normally limited to 25 - 30
miles (40 - 48 km) , with monaural (single chan-
nel) FM having slightly more range than stereo
FM. External influences may sometimes interfere
with FM station reception even if the FM station is
within 25 miles (40 km) . The strength of the FM
signal is directly related to the distance between
the transmitter and receiver. FM signals follow a
line-of-sight path, exhibiting many of the same
characteristics as light. For example they will
reflect off objects.
Fade and drift: As your vehicle moves away from
a station transmitter, the signals will tend to fade
and/or drift.
Static and flutter: During signal interference from
buildings, large hills or due to antenna position
(usually in conjunction with increased distance
from the station transmitter) static or flutter can
be heard. This can be reduced by adjusting the
treble control to reduce treble response.Multipath reception: Because of the reflective
characteristics of FM signals, direct and reflected
signals reach the receiver at the same time. The
signals may cancel each other, resulting in mo-
mentary flutter or loss of sound.
AM RADIO RECEPTION
AM signals, because of their low frequency, can
bend around objects and skip along the ground.
In addition, the signals can be bounced off the
ionosphere and bent back to earth. Because of
these characteristics, AM signals are also sub-
ject to interference as they travel from transmitter
to receiver.
Fading: Occurs while the vehicle is passing
through freeway underpasses or in areas with
many tall buildings. It can also occur for several
seconds during ionospheric turbulence even in
areas where no obstacles exist.
Static: Caused by thunderstorms, electrical
power lines, electric signs and even traffic lights.
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All Preset Scan
Pressing the Preset Scan button (>1.5 seconds)
scans all the permanent preset memory banks (A,
BorC)from1-6for5seconds. If the Travel
Preset is ON, all the travel preset memory banks
(A,BorC)from1-6arescanned for 5 seconds.
Canceling Preset Scan mode
Pressing any button except CLOCK, EJECT, MIX
and CD cancels the Preset Scan mode.
Speed Sensitive Control Volume (SCV) (if
so equipped)
Your vehicle has Speed Sensitive Control Vol-
ume (SCV) for audio. The audio volume changes
as the driving speed changes.
Press and hold the MENU button (>2 seconds)
until the radio beeps to start the editing mode.
Press the MENU button until the display shows
“SCV”.This display will last 2 seconds and then
change to“OFF”. Press TUNE/FF-REV (
or) to change between:
Off!Low!Mid!High
Compact disc (CD) player operation
Turn the ignition key to the ACC or ON position.
CAUTION
cDo not force a compact disc into the CD
insert slot. This could damage the CD
and/or CD changer/player.
cTrying to load a CD with the CD door
closed could damage the CD and/or CD
changer.
CD button
When the CD button is pressed with a compact
disc loaded and the radio playing, the radio turns
off and the last used compact disc starts to play.
FF (Fast Forward) , REW
(Rewind) buttons
When the TUNE/FF-REV (
or) but-
ton is pressed while the compact disc is playing,
the compact disc plays at an increased speed
while fast forwarding or rewinding. When the
button is released, the compact disc returns to
normal play speed.
SEEK/TRACK buttons
When
is pressed while the compact disc
is playing, the selection following the present one
starts to play from the beginning. Press
several times to skip several selections. Each
time the button is pressed, the CD advances 1additional selection. The track number appears in
the display window. (When the last selection on
the compact disc is skipped, the first selection is
played.)
When
is pressed, the selection being
played returns to the beginning. Press
several times to skip back several selections.
Each time the button is pressed the CD moves
back 1 selection. If the play pattern is in MIX
mode when the button is pressed, the next ran-
dom selection will be played.
MIX button
Press the MIX button to change CD play pat-
terns:
Repeat!Mix!Normal Play
Repeat
Press the MIX button (<1.5 seconds) once to
repeat the current track. The “1” icon is turned on.
Mix
Press the MIX button (<1.5 seconds) again to
start shuffle play of the current disc. The “MIX”
icon is turned on.
Normal play
Press the MIX button (<1.5 seconds) again to
return to normal play mode. The “MIX” icon is
turned off.
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If SEEK is selected, the radio automatically
stops on the next radio station matching the
selected program type.
4. Press the PTY button again to cancel the
PTY mode.
Speed Sensitive Control Volume (SCV)
Your vehicle has Speed Sensitive Control Vol-
ume (SCV) for audio. The audio volume changes
as the driving speed changes.
Press and hold the MENU button (>2 seconds)
until the radio beeps to start the editing mode.
Press the MENU button until the display shows
“Speed comp vol”.This display will last 2 sec-
onds and then change to“SCV-off”. Press
TUNE/FF-REV (
or) to change be-
tween:
Off!Low!Mid!High
Compact disc (CD) player operation
Turn the ignition key to the ACC or ON position.
CAUTION
cDo not force a compact disc into the CD
insert slot. This could damage the CD
and/or CD changer/player.cTrying to load a CD with the CD door
closed could damage the CD and/or CD
changer.
CD6 button
When the CD6 button is pressed with a compact
disc loaded and the radio playing, the radio turns
off and the last used compact disc starts to play.
CD loading
Press the LOAD button to start CD loading
mode.
The following sequence will occur:
1. Thegreenindicator on the lowest available
disc select button will start blinking. (Same
as preset memory button.) The display
shows“Please Wait”.
2. The display changes to“Insert Disc”for a
maximum of 15 seconds.
3. During the 15 second interval, insert the
disc. The display changes to“Loading
Disc”.
4. The CD will play after the disc is set to a play
position.5. The indicator changes fromblinking green
tosolid greenand the display changes to
show the Disc number icon, Disc number,
Track number and Elapsed time.
All disc loading
1. Press and hold the LOAD button until the
radio beeps (>1.5 seconds) .
2. Thegreenindicator on the lowest available
disc select button will start blinking. (Same
as preset memory button.) The display
shows“Please Wait”.
3. The display changes to“Insert Disc”for a
maximum of 15 seconds.
4. During the 15 second interval, insert the
disc. The display changes to“Loading
Disc”.
5. The indicator changes fromblinking green
tosolid green.
6. The disc number icon is turned on.
7. Repeat steps 2–5 until all discs are loaded,
then the last loaded disc will begin to play.
The display shows the Disc number, Track
number and Elapsed Time.
Selected disc loading
1. Press a disc select button whose indicator is
off. The display shows“Please Wait”.
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2. Thegreenindicator starts blinking and the
display shows“Insert Disc”for 15 sec-
onds.
3. Insert the CD. The display shows“Loading
Disc”.
4. The CD will play after the disc is set to a play
position.
5. The indicator color changes fromblinking
greentosolid greenand the display
shows the Disc icon, Disc number, Track
number and Elapsed Time.
If a disc is not inserted within 15 seconds or if the
load button is pressed during load sequence, the
entire disc load sequence will be canceled.
Disc play
Press the CD button. If a CD is loaded and the
radio is playing, the radio turns off and the last
loaded disc starts to play.
Selected disc play
1. Press the disc select button whose disc icon
is displayed.
2. The indicator blinksgreenduring the
change and the display shows“Changing
Disc”.
3. The CD plays after the disc is set to a play
position.4. The indicator changes fromblinking green
tosolid greenand the display shows the
Disc number, Track number and Elapsed
Time.
FF (fast forward) REW
(rewind) buttons
When the TUNE/FF-REV (
or) but-
ton is pressed while the compact disc is playing,
the compact disc plays at an increased speed
while fast forwarding or rewinding. When the
button is released, the CD returns to normal play
speed.
SEEK/TRACK buttons
When
is pressed while the compact disc
is playing, the selection following the present one
starts to play from the beginning. Press
several times to skip several selections. Each
time the button is pressed, the CD advances 1
additional selection. The track number appears in
the display window. (When the last selection on
the compact disc is skipped, the first selection is
played.)
When
is pressed, the selection being
played returns to the beginning. Press
several times to skip back several selections.
Each time the button is pressed, the CD moves
back 1 selection. If the play pattern is in MIXmode when the button is pressed the next ran-
dom selection will be played.
MIX·PTY
Press the MIX·PTY button to change CD play
patterns:
Repeat!Mix!All Mix!Normal Play
Repeat
Press the MIX·PTY button (<1.5 seconds) once
to repeat the current track. The “1” icon is turned
on, and the display shows“Repeat Track”for 2
seconds. The display then shows the Track num-
ber and Elapsed time as normal.
Mix
Press the MIX·PTY button (<1.5 seconds) again
to start shuffle play of the current disc. The “MIX”
icon is turned on and the display shows“Mix
Tracks”for 2 seconds. The display then shows
the Track number and Elapsed time as normal.
All Mix
Press the MIX·PTY button (<1.5 seconds) again
to start shuffle play of all discs. The “MIX” icon is
turned on, and the display shows“Mix All
Tracks”for 2 seconds. The display then shows
the Track number and Elapsed time as normal.
Also, the indicators of the loaded discs are turned
on with amber color. (Green for current disc.)
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Normal play
Press the MIX·PTY button (<1.5 seconds) again
to return to normal play mode. The “MIX” icon and
the amber LEDs are turned off. The display
shows“Normal Play”for 2 seconds. The dis-
play then shows the Track number and Elapsed
time as normal.
CD scan
1 Disc All Tracks
Press the SCAN button (<1.5 seconds) to scan
all tracks of the current disc for 7 seconds per
track. The display shows“Disc Scan”for 2
seconds, and then shows the track number and
elapsed time as normal. The SCAN icon is
flashed during Scan mode.
The Scan mode is canceled once it scans
through all tracks on the disc, or if the SCAN
button is pressed during Scan mode.
All Discs, 1 Track
Press and hold the SCAN button (>1.5 seconds)
to scan the first track of all the loaded discs for 7
seconds per track. The display shows“All Disc
Scan”for 2 seconds, and then shows the track
number and elapsed time as normal. The SCAN
icon is flashed during Scan mode.The Scan mode is canceled once it scans
through all the loaded discs, or if the SCAN
button is pressed during Scan mode.
Eject CD
Current disc
1. Press the
button.
2. Thegreenindicator starts to blink and the
display shows“Disc Eject”for 2 seconds.
The display then changes to“Ejecting
Disc”.
3. The disc ejects. Remove the disc. (If the disc
is not removed within 15 seconds, the disc
will reload.)
4. The indicator and symbol for the disc are
turned off.
Select a disc
1. Press the desired disc, then press
the
button.
2. Thegreenindicator starts blinking and the
display shows“Disc Eject”for 2 seconds.
The display then changes to“Ejecting
Disc”.
3. The disc ejects. Remove the disc (If the disc
is not removed within 15 seconds, the disc
will reload.)4. The indicator and symbol for the disc are
turned off.
All discs
1. Press and hold the
button until it
beeps (>1.5 seconds) .
2. Lowest used disc number indicator blinks
greenand display shows“All Disc Eject”
for 2 seconds. The display then changes to
“Ejecting Disc”.
3. When a disc is removed, the indicator and
disc icon will be turned off, and then the next
disc will emerge, and so on.
4. The display will be turned off after all discs
are ejected and removed.
If a disc is not removed within 15 seconds, or if
the
button is pressed again during the
Eject sequence, the entire disc Eject sequence
will be canceled.
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