engine NISSAN ALTIMA 2017 L33 / 5.G Owner's Guide

The vehicle should be driven with the VDC sys-
tem on for most driving conditions.
If the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, the VDC
system reduces the engine output to reduce
wheel spin. The engine speed will be reduced
even if the accelerator is depressed to the floor. If
maximum engine power is needed to free a stuck
vehicle, turn the VDC system off.
To turn off the VDC system, push the VDC OFF
switch. The
indicator will come on.Push the VDC OFF switch again or restart the
engine to turn on the system. For additional infor-
mation, refer to “Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
system” in the “Starting and driving” section of
this manual.
The E-call (SOS) system switch is used in com-
bination with a NissanConnect
SMServices sub-
scription to call for assistance in case of an
emergency.
Pushing the switch will (with a paid subscription)
reach a response specialist that will provide as-
sistance based on the situation described by the
vehicle’s occupant. For additional information, or
to enroll your vehicle, refer to
www.NissanUSA.com/connect or call
855–426–6628.
LIC3344LIC3357
VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC)
OFF SWITCH E-CALL (SOS) SWITCH (if so
equipped)
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The power outlets are for powering electrical
accessories such as cellular telephones. They
are rated at 12 volt, 120W (10A) maximum.
The power outlets are powered only when the
ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position.
Open the lower half of the console box to access
the power outlet. For additional information, refer
to “Console box” in this section.CAUTION
●The outlet and plug may be hot during
or immediately after use.
● Only certain power outlets are designed
for use with a cigarette lighter unit. Do
not use any other power outlet for an
accessory lighter. For additional infor-
mation, it is recommended that you visit
a NISSAN dealer.
● Do not use with accessories that exceed
a 12 volt, 120W (10A) power draw. ●
Do not use double adapters or more
than one electrical accessory.
● Use power outlets with the engine run-
ning to avoid discharging the vehicle
battery.
● Avoid using power outlets when the air
conditioner, headlights, or rear window
defroster is on.
● Before inserting or disconnecting a
plug, be sure the electrical accessory
being used is turned OFF.
● Push the plug in as far as it will go. If
good contact is not made, the plug may
overheat or the internal temperature
fuse may open.
● When not in use, be sure to close the
cap. Do not allow water or any other
liquid to contact the outlet.
Instrument Panel
LIC3345
Center Console
LIC3198
POWER OUTLETS
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1The interior light can be turned ON regard-
less of door position. The light will go off after
a period of time unless the ignition switch is
placed in the ON position when any door is
opened.
2The interior lights can be set to operate
when the doors are opened. To turn off the
interior lights when a door open, push the
switch, the interior lights will not illuminate,
regardless of door position.
The lights will go off when the ignition switch
is placed in the ON position, or the driver’s
door is closed and locked. The lights will also
go off after a period of time when the doors
are open. NOTE:
The step lights illuminate when the driver
and passenger doors are opened regard-
less of the interior light switch position.
These lights will turn off automatically after
a period of time while doors are open to
prevent the battery from becoming dis-
charged.
CAUTION
Do not use for extended periods of time
with the engine stopped. This could result
in a discharged battery.
CONSOLE LIGHT (if so equipped)
The console light will turn on whenever the park-
ing lights or headlights are illuminated.
LIC2302LIC2303
INTERIOR LIGHTS
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MAP LIGHTS
To turn the map lights on, push the switches. To
turn them off, push the switches again.
CAUTION
Do not use for extended periods of time
with the engine stopped. This could result
in a discharged battery.
PERSONAL LIGHTS
To turn the rear personal lights on, push the
switch. To turn them off, push the switch again.The light illuminates when the trunk lid is opened.
When the trunk lid is closed, the light goes off.
The light will go off after a period of time if the
trunk lid is left open, unless the ignition switch is
placed in the ON position.
For additional information, refer to “Exterior and
interior lights” in the “Do-it-yourself” section of
this manual.
LIC2304LIC1083
TRUNK LIGHT
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The HomeLink® Universal Transceiver provides
a convenient way to consolidate the functions of
up to three individual hand-held transmitters into
one built-in device.
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver:● Will operate most radio frequency devices
such as garage doors, gates, home and of-
fice lighting, entry door locks and security
systems.
● Is powered by your vehicle’s battery. No
separate batteries are required. If the vehi-
cle’s battery is discharged or is discon-
nected, HomeLink® will retain all program-
ming.
When the HomeLink® Universal Trans-
ceiver is programmed, retain the original
transmitter for future programming proce-
dures (Example: new vehicle purchases) .
Upon sale of the vehicle, the programmed
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver buttons
should be erased for security purposes. For
additional information, refer to “Program-
ming HomeLink®” in this section.WARNING
● Do not use the HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver with any garage door
opener that lacks safety stop and re-
verse features as required by federal
safety standards. (These standards be-
came effective for opener models
manufactured after April 1, 1982) . A ga-
rage door opener which cannot detect
an object in the path of a closing garage
door and then automatically stop and
reverse, does not meet current federal
safety standards. Using a garage door
opener without these features in-
creases the risk of serious injury or
death.
● During the programming procedure
your garage door or security gate will
open and close (if the transmitter is
within range) . Make sure that people or
objects are clear of the garage door,
gate, etc. that you are programming.
● Your vehicle’s engine should be turned
off while programming the HomeLink®
Universal Transceiver. Do not breathe
exhaust gases; they contain colorless
and odorless carbon monoxide. Carbon
monoxide is dangerous. It can cause
unconsciousness or death.
PROGRAMMING HOMELINK®
If you have any questions or are having difficulty
programming your HomeLink® buttons, refer to
the HomeLink® web site at: www.homelink.com
or call 1-800-355-3515.
NOTE:
Place the ignition switch in the ACC posi-
tion when programming HomeLink®. It is
also recommended that a new battery be
placed in the hand-held transmitter of the
device being programmed to HomeLink®
for quicker programming and accurate
transmission of the radio frequency.
HOMELINK® UNIVERSAL
TRANSCEIVER (if so equipped)
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3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Keys .............................................3-2NISSAN Intelligent Key® . .......................3-2
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System keys .........3-4
Doors ............................................3-4
Locking with key ................................3-5
Locking with inside lock knob ....................3-6
Locking with power door lock switch . . . ..........3-6
Automatic door locks ...........................3-6
Child safety rear door lock .......................3-7
NISSAN Intelligent Key® With Door and Trunk
Request Switches .................................3-7
Operating range ................................3-9
Door locks/unlocks precaution ...................3-9
NISSAN Intelligent Key® operation ..............3-10
How to use the remote keyless entry
function ...................................... 3-13
Warning signals ............................... 3-17
Troubleshooting guide ......................... 3-18
NISSAN Intelligent Key® Without Door and Trunk
Request Switches ................................ 3-20
Operating range ............................... 3-21
How to use the remote keyless entry
function ...................................... 3-21
Warning signals ............................... 3-25Troubleshooting guide
......................... 3-25
Remote Engine Start (if so equipped) . . .............3-27
Remote engine start operating range ............3-27
Remote starting the vehicle .....................3-28
Extending engine run time ......................3-28
Canceling a remote start .......................3-28
Conditions the remote start will not work .........3-29
Hood ........................................... 3-30
Trunk lid ......................................... 3-30
Opener operation .............................. 3-30
Interior trunk lid release ........................ 3-32
Interior trunk access ........................... 3-32
Fuel-filler door ................................... 3-33
Opener operation .............................. 3-33
Fuel-filler cap ................................. 3-33
Steering wheel ................................... 3-35
Tilt operation .................................. 3-35
T

elescopic operation ........................... 3-35
Sun visors ....................................... 3-36
Vanity mirrors ................................. 3-36
Mirrors .......................................... 3-37
Manual anti-glare rearview mirror
(if so equipped) ............................... 3-37

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Verify the location of all Intelligent Keys that are
programmed for the vehicle. If another Intelligent
Key is in range or inside the vehicle, the vehicle
system may respond differently than expected.
SymptomPossible CauseRemedy
When stopping the engine The Shift to Park warning appears in the
display and the inside warning chime
sounds continuously. The shift lever is not in the P (Park) position.Move the shift lever to the P (Park) position.
When opening the driver’s door to get out
of the vehicle The Door Open warning appears in the dis-
play and the inside warning chime sounds
continuously.
The ignition switch is in the ACC position.
Place the ignition switch in the OFF
position.
When closing the door after getting out of
the vehicle The No Key Detected warning appears in
the display, the outside chime sounds three
times and the inside warning chime sounds
for approximately 3 seconds.
The ignition switch is in the ACC or ON
position.
Place the ignition switch in the OFF
position.
The Shift to Park warning appears in the
display and the outside chime sounds
continuously. The ignition switch is in the ACC position
and the shift lever is not in the P (Park)
position.Move the shift lever to the P (Park) position
and place the ignition switch in the OFF
position.
When closing the door with the inside lock
knob turned to LOCK The outside chime sounds for approximately
3 seconds and all the doors unlock.
The Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle. Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
When pushing the door handle request
switch or the LOCK button on the Intelli-
gent Key to lock the door The outside chime sounds for approximately
2 seconds.
The Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle. Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
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SymptomPossible CauseRemedy
When pushing the ignition switch to start
the engine The Key low battery indicator appears in the
display.
The battery charge is low.Replace the battery with a new one. For
additional information, refer to “Battery” in
the “Do-it-yourself” section of this manual.
The KEY ID Incorrect warning appears in
the display, the outside chime sounds three
times and the inside warning chime sounds
for approximately 3 seconds. The Intelligent Key is not in the vehicle. Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
When pressing the ignition switch The Intelligent Key system warning light in
the meter illuminates in yellow. It warns of a malfunction with the Intelligent
Key system.It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer.
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WARNING SIGNALS
To help prevent the vehicle from moving unex-
pectedly by erroneous operation of the Intelligent
Key or to help prevent the vehicle from being
stolen, a chime or buzzer sounds from inside and
outside the vehicle and a warning is displayed in
the instrument panel.When a chime or beep sounds or a warning is
displayed, be sure to check the vehicle and the
Intelligent Key.
For additional information, refer to “Troubleshoot-
ing guide” in this section and “Vehicle information
display” in the “Instruments and controls” section
of this manual.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Verify the location of all Intelligent Keys that are
programmed for the vehicle. If another Intelligent
Key is in range or inside the vehicle, the vehicle
system may respond differently than expected.
Symptom
Possible CauseRemedy
When stopping the engine The Shift to Park warning appears in the
display and the inside warning chime
sounds continuously. The shift lever is not in the P (Park) position.Move the shift lever to the P (Park) position.
When opening the driver’s door to get out
of the vehicle The Door Open warning appears in the dis-
play and the inside warning chime sounds
continuously.
The ignition switch is in the ACC position.
Place the ignition switch in the OFF
position.
When closing the door after getting out of
the vehicle The No Key Detected warning appears in
the display, the outside chime sounds 3
times and the inside warning chime sounds
for approximately 3 seconds.
The ignition switch is in the ACC or ON
position.
Place the ignition switch in the OFF
position.
The Shift to Park warning appears in the
display and the outside chime sounds
continuously. The ignition switch is in the ACC position
and the shift lever is not in the P (Park)
position.Move the shift lever to the P (Park) position
and place the ignition switch in the OFF
position.
When closing the door with the inside lock
knob turned to LOCK The outside chime sounds for approximately
3 seconds and all the doors unlock.
The Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle. Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
When pressing the LOCK button on the
Intelligent Key to lock the door The outside chime sounds for approximately
2 seconds.
The Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle. Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
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SymptomPossible CauseRemedy
When pushing the ignition switch to start
the engine The Key low battery indicator appears in the
display.
The battery charge is low.Replace the battery with a new one. For
additional information, refer to “Battery” in
the “Do-it-yourself” section of this manual.
The KEY ID Incorrect warning appears in
the display, the outside chime sounds 3
times and the inside warning chime sounds
for approximately 3 seconds. The Intelligent Key is not in the vehicle. Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
When pushing the ignition switch The Intelligent Key system warning light in
the meter illuminates in yellow. It warns of a malfunction with the Intelligent
Key system.It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer.
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