immobilizer NISSAN ALTIMA 2023 Owners Manual

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) .....................2-8
Variable Compression Turbo
(if so equipped) ...............................2-8
Warning lights, indicator lights and audible
reminders .......................................2-9
Checking lights .............................. 2-10
Warning/Indicator lights (red) ...............2-10
Warning/Indicator lights (yellow) ............2-12
Warning/Indicator lights (other) .............2-17
Audible reminders ........................... 2-18
Vehicle information display- 5 inch (13 cm)
Type A (if so equipped) ......................... 2-18
How to use the vehicle information
display ...................................... 2-19
Startup display .............................. 2-19
Resetting the drive computer ...............2-20
Oil control system (if so equipped) ...........2-20
Settings ..................................... 2-21
Vehicle information display warnings
and indicators ............................... 2-28Vehicle information display —7 inch (18 cm)
Type B (if so equipped)
......................... 2-34
How to use the vehicle information
display ...................................... 2-35
Startup display .............................. 2-35
Resetting the drive computer ...............2-35
Oil control system (if so equipped) ...........2-36
Settings ..................................... 2-37
Vehicle information display warnings
and indicators ............................... 2-45
Security systems ............................... 2-52
Vehicle security system .....................2-52
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System .........2-54
Wiper and washer switch .......................2-55
Switch operation ............................ 2-55
Rear window and outside mirror
(if so equipped) defroster switch ...............2-56
Headlight and turn signal switch ...............2-57
Headlight control switch ....................2-57
LED

Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
system (if so equipped) ......................2-62
Instrument brightness control ..............2-62
Turn signal switch ........................... 2-63
Fog light switch (if so equipped) .............2-63
Horn ........................................... 2-64

Steering Assist indicator
This indicator appears when the Steering
Assist system is engaged.
For additional information, see “ProPILOT
Assist” (P. 5-94).
Unavailable: High Cabin Temperature
This message appears when the camera
detects an interior temperature of more
than 104°F (40°C). For additional informa-
tion, see “Automatic Emergency Braking
(AEB) with Pedestrian Detection” (P. 5-135),
“ProPILOT Assist” (P. 5-94), “Intelligent Lane
Intervention (I-LI)” (P. 5-40), “Lane Departure
Warning (LDW)” (P. 5-33) or “Traffic Sign Rec-
ognition (TSR) . (P. 5-30).
Unavailable: Side Radar Obstruction
This message appears when the Blind
Spot Warning (BSW)/Rear Cross Traffic Alert
(RCTA) systems become unavailable be-
cause a radar blockage is detected. For
additional information, see “Blind Spot
Warning (BSW)” (P. 5-46) or “Rear Cross Traf-
fic Alert (RCTA)” (P. 5-58).
Vehicle ahead detection
indicator
This indicator shows when the following
systems are engaged and have detected a
vehicle:
• Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) withPedestrian Detection
• Intelligent Forward Collision Warning (I-FCW)
For additional information, see “Automatic
Emergency Braking (AEB) with Pedestrian
Detection” (P. 5-135) or “Intelligent Forward
Collision Warning (I-FCW)” (P. 5-147).
Your vehicle may have two types of security
systems:
• Vehicle security system
• NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System
VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM
The vehicle security system provides visual
and audible alarm signals if someone
opens the doors or trunk when the system
is armed. It is not, however, a motion detec-
tion type system that activates when a ve-
hicle is moved or when a vibration occurs.
LIC0301
SECURITY SYSTEMS
2-52Instruments and controls

NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEM
The NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System
will not allow the engine to start without
the use of a registered key.
If the engine fails to start using a registered
key (for example, when interference is
caused by another registered key, an auto-
mated toll road device or automatic pay-
ment device on the key ring), restart the
engine using the following procedures:
1. Leave the ignition switch placed in theON position for approximately 5
seconds.
2. Place the ignition switch in the OFF or LOCK position, and wait approximately
10 seconds.
3. Repeat steps 1 and 2.
4. Restart the engine while holding the de- vice (which may have caused the inter-
ference) separate from the registered
key.
If the no start condition re-occurs, NISSAN
recommends placing the registered key on
a separate key ring to avoid interference
from other devices. FCC Notice:
For USA:
This device complies with part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-
lowing two conditions: (1) This device
may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interfer-
ence received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
NOTE:
Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's author-
ity to operate the equipment.
For Canada:
This device contains licence-exempt
transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply
with Innovation, Science and Economic
Development Canada’s licence-exempt
RSS(s). Operation is subject to the fol-
lowing two conditions: (1) This device
may not cause interference (2) This de-
vice must accept any interference, in-
cluding interference that may cause un-
desired operation of the device.
Security indicator light
The security indicator light blinks whenever
the ignition switch is placed in the OFF,
LOCK or AUTO ACC position.
This function indicates the NISSAN Vehicle
Immobilizer System is operational.
If the NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System is
malfunctioning, the light will remain on
while the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position.
LIC0474
2-54Instruments and controls

If the light still remains on and/or the
engine will not start, seek service for the
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System as
soon as possible. Please bring all regis-
tered keys that you have. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer
for this service.
SWITCH OPERATION
WARNING
In freezing temperatures the washer
solution may freeze on the windshield
and obscure your vision which may
lead to an accident. Warm the wind-
shield with the defroster before you
wash the windshield.
CAUTION
• Do not operate the washer continu-
ously for more than 30 seconds. •
Do not operate the washer if the
windshield-washer fluid reservoir is
empty.
• Do not fill the windshield-washer
fluid reservoir with windshield-
washer fluid concentrates at full
strength. Some methyl alcohol
based windshield-washer fluid con-
centrates may permanently stain the
grille if spilled while filling the
windshield-washer fluid reservoir.
• Pre-mix windshield-washer fluid
concentrates with water to the
manufacturer's recommended lev-
els before pouring the fluid into the
windshield-washer fluid reservoir.
Do not use the windshield-washer
fluid reservoir to mix the windshield-
washer fluid concentrate and water.
NOTE:
If the windshield wiper operation is in-
terrupted by snow or ice, the wiper may
stop moving to protect its motor. If this
occurs, turn the wiper switch to the OFF
position and remove the snow or ice that
is on and around the wiper arms. In ap-
proximately 1 minute, turn the switch on
again to operate the wiper.
LIC4896
WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH
Instruments and controls2-55

3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Keys.............................................3-2NISSAN Intelligent Key® (if so equipped) .......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® (if so equipped) .......... 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 ..................................... 3-14
Warning signals ............................. 3-16
Troubleshooting guide ......................3-16
Remote Engine Start ........................... 3-19
Remote Engine Start operating range .......3-19
Remote starting the vehicle .................3-20
Extending engine run time ..................3-20
Canceling a Remote Engine Start ...........3-20
Conditions the Remote Engine Start will
notwork .................................... 3-21Hood
........................................... 3-22
Trunk lid ........................................ 3-22
Opener operation ........................... 3-22
Interior trunk lid release .....................3-24
Interior trunk access ........................ 3-24
Fuel-filler door .................................. 3-25
Opener operation ........................... 3-25
Fuel-filler cap ................................ 3-25
Steering wheel ................................. 3-27
Tilt operation ................................ 3-27
Telescopic operation ........................ 3-27
Sun visors ...................................... 3-28
Vanity mirrors ............................... 3-29
Mirrors ......................................... 3-29
Manual anti-glare rearview mirror
(if so equipped) .............................. 3-29
Automatic anti-glare rearview mirror
(if so equipped) .............................. 3-29
Outside mirrors .............................
3-30
Memor

y seat (if so equipped) ...................3-31
Memory storage function ...................3-31
Memory storage function (switch) ...........3-32
Entry/exit function .......................... 3-33
System operation ........................... 3-33

NISSAN INTELLIGENT KEY® (if so
equipped)
Your vehicle can only be driven with the
Intelligent Keys which are registered to
your vehicle’s Intelligent Key system com-
ponents and NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer
System components.Never leave these keys in the vehicle.
As many as four Intelligent Keys can be
registered and used with one vehicle. The
new keys must be registered prior to use
with the Intelligent Key system and NISSAN
Vehicle Immobilizer System of your vehicle.
It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service. Since the registra-
tion process requires erasing all memory in
the Intelligent Key components when reg-
istering new keys, be sure to take all Intelli-
gent Keys that you have to the NISSAN
dealer.
A key number plate is supplied with your
keys. Record the key number and keep it in
a safe place (such as your wallet), not in the
vehicle. If you lose your keys, it is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
duplicates by using the key number.
NISSAN does not record key numbers so it
is very important to keep track of your key
number plate.
A key number is only necessary when you
have lost all keys and do not have one to
duplicate from. If you still have a key, it can
be duplicated without knowing the key
number.
CAUTION
Listed below are conditions or occur-
rences which will damage the Intelli-
gent Key:
• Do not allow the Intelligent Key,
which contains electrical compo-
nents, to come into contact with wa-
ter or salt water. This could affect the
system function.
• Do not drop the Intelligent Key.
• Do not strike the Intelligent Key
sharply against another object.
• Do not change or modif y the Intelli-
gent Key.
• Wetting may damage the Intelligent
Key. If the Intelligent Key gets wet,
immediately wipe until it is com-
pletely dry.
• Do not place the Intelligent Key for an
extended period in an area where
temperatures exceed 140°F (60°C).
• Do not attach the Intelligent Key with
a key holder that contains a magnet.
• Do not place the Intelligent Key near
equipment that produces a magnetic
field, such as a TV, audio equipment
and personal computers.
LPD2875
1. Intelligent Keys (two sets)
2. Mechanical key
3. Key number plate (one plate)
KEYS
3-2Pre-driving checks and adjustments

NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEM KEYS
Additional or replacement keys:
If you still have a key, the key number is not
necessary when you need extra NISSAN
Vehicle Immobilizer System keys. Your ex-
isting key can be duplicated without know-
ing the key number. As many as four
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System keys
can be used with one vehicle. You should
bring all NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer Sys-
tem keys that you have to the NISSAN
dealer for registration. This is because the
registration process will erase the memory
of all key codes previously registered into
the NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System. Af-
ter the registration process, these compo-
nents will only recognize keys coded into
the NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System
during registration. Any key that is not
given to the dealer at the time of registra-
tion will no longer be able to start your
vehicle.
CAUTION
Do not allow the immobilizer system
key, which contains an electrical tran-
sponder, to come into contact with wa-
ter or salt water. This could affect sys-
tem function. When the doors are locked using one of the
following methods, the doors cannot be
opened using the inside or outside door
handles. The doors must be unlocked to
open the doors.
WARNING
• Always have the doors locked while
driving. Along with the use of seat
belts, this provides greater safety in
the event of an accident by helping to
prevent persons from being thrown
from the vehicle. This also helps keep
children and others from uninten-
tionally opening the doors, and will
help keep out intruders.
• Before opening any door, always look
for and avoid oncoming traffic.
DOORS
3-4Pre-driving checks and adjustments

5 Starting and driving
Precautions when starting and driving..........5-4
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ..............5-4
Three-way catalyst ...........................5-4
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) .......................................5-5
Avoiding collision and rollover ................5-9
Off-roadrecovery ............................5-9
Rapid air pressure loss .......................5-9
Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving ..........5-10
Driving safety precautions ...................5-10
Push-button ignition switch ....................5-13
Operating range ............................ 5-14
Push-button ignition switch positions .......5-14
Emergency engine shut off ..................5-15
NISSAN Intelligent Key® battery
discharge ................................... 5-15
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System .........5-16
Before starting the engine .....................5-16
Starting the engine ............................. 5-16
Remote Engine Start ........................ 5-17
Driving the vehicle .............................. 5-18
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) ........................................ 5-18
Parking brake .................................. 5-25
Manual parking brake (pedal type) ...........5-25
Electronic parking brake (switch type) .......5-25 Automatic brake hold (if so equipped)
..........5-27
How to activate/deactivate the
automatic brake hold function ..............5-28
How to use the automatic brake hold
function ..................................... 5-29
Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR) (if so equipped) . . . 5-30 System operation ........................... 5-31
Turning the Traffic Sign Recognition
(TSR) system on and off .....................5-32
System temporarily unavailable .............5-32
System malfunction ......................... 5-32
System maintenance .......................5-33
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) .................5-33
LDW system operation ......................5-34
How to enable/disable the LDW system .....5-36
LDW system limitations .....................5-38
System temporarily unavailable .............5-39
System malfunction ......................... 5-39
System maintenance .......................5-39
Intelligent
Lane Intervention (I-LI)
(if so equipped) ................................. 5-40
I-LI system operation ........................ 5-41
How to enable/disable the I-LI system ......5-42
I-LI system limitations .......................5-43
System temporarily unavailable .............5-44
System malfunction ......................... 5-45

NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEM
The NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System
will not allow the engine to start without
the use of the registered key.
If the engine fails to start using a registered
key (for example, when interference is
caused by another registered key, an auto-
mated toll road device or automatic pay-
ment device on the key ring), restart the
engine using the following procedure:
1. Leave the ignition switch in the ON posi-tion for approximately 5 seconds.
2. Place the ignition switch in the OFF or LOCK position, and wait approximately
10 seconds.
3. Repeat steps 1 and 2.
4. Restart the engine while holding the de- vice (which may have caused the inter-
ference) separate from the registered
key.
If the no start condition re-occurs, NISSAN
recommends placing the registered key on
a separate key ring to avoid interference
from other devices. • Make sure the area around the vehicle is
clear.
• Check fluid levels such as engine oil, cool- ant, brake fluid, and windshield-washer
fluid as frequently as possible, or at least
whenever you refuel.
• Check that all windows and lights are clean.
• Visually inspect tires for their appearance and condition. Also check tires for proper
inflation.
• Lock all doors.
• Position seat and adjust headrests/head restraints.
• Adjust inside and outside mirrors.
• Fasten seat belts and ask all passengers to do likewise.
• Check the operation of warning lights when the ignition switch is pushed to the
ON position. For additional information,
see “Warning lights, indicator lights and
audible reminders” (P. 2-9). 1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Move the shif t lever to P (Park) or N (Neu-
tral). P (Park) is recommended.
The starter is designed not to operate
if the shif t lever is in any of the driving
positions.
3. Push the ignition switch to the ON posi- tion. Depress the brake pedal and push
the ignition switch to start the engine.
To start the engine immediately, push
and release the ignition switch while de-
pressing the brake pedal with the igni-
tion switch in any position.
• If the engine is very hard to start in extremely cold weather or when re-
starting, depress the accelerator
pedal a little (approximately 1/3 to the
floor) and while holding, crank the en-
gine. Release the accelerator pedal
when the engine starts.
• If the engine is very hard to start be- cause it is flooded, depress the accel-
erator pedal all the way to the floor
and hold it. Push the ignition switch to
the ON position to start cranking the
engine. Af ter 5 or 6 seconds, stop
cranking by pushing the ignition
switch to the LOCK position. Af ter
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE STARTING THE ENGINE
5-16Starting and driving

Starting the engine............5-16Engine Block Heater.............5-186Engine coolant temperature gauge. . . .2-6Event Data recorders........10-24, 10-25Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide)......5-4Explanation of maintenance items.....9-2Explanation of scheduled maintenance
items.......................9-5Extended storage switch..........2-70Eyeglass case.................2-73
F
F.M.V.S.S. certification label.........10-13Flashers (See hazard warning flasher
switch)......................6-2Flat tire...................6-3, 6-4Floor mat positioning aid...........7-6Fluid
Brake fluid..................8-12Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...............10-2Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
fluid......................8-12Engine coolant................8-5Engine oil...................8-7Windshield-washer fluid.........8-13Fog light switch................2-63Front air bag system (See supplemental
restraint system)...............1-54Front power seat adjustment........1-4Front seats....................1-2Front-door pocket...............2-71
FuelCapacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants
...............10-2Fuel economy...............5-168Fuel gauge..................2-7Fuel octane rating.............10-6Fuel recommendation..........10-4Fuel-filler door and cap..........3-25Fuel-filler door lock opener lever. . . .3-25Loose fuel cap warning......2-30, 2-46Fuel efficient driving tips..........5-167Fuel gauge....................2-7Fuel-filler door.................3-25Fuses.......................8-21Fusible links..................8-22
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver............2-81, 2-83, 2-84Gas cap.....................3-25GaugeEngine coolant temperature gauge. . .2-6Fuel gauge..................2-7Speedometer................2-4Tachometer................ .2-6Trip odometer................2-5General maintenance.............9-2Glove box....................2-72Glove box lock.................2-72
H
Hands-free phone system, Bluetooth®. .4-67Hazard warning flasher switch........6-2Head restraints.................1-8Headlight and turn signal switch.....2-57Headlight control switch...........2-57Headlights...................8-25Heated seat switches............2-64Heated steering wheel............2-65Heater
Heater and air conditioner
controls
................4-33, 4-41Heater operation..........4-34, 4-42Hill start assist system...........5-178HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver............2-81, 2-83, 2-84Hood.......................3-22Horn...................... .2-64
I
Ignition switch
Push-button ignition switch.......5-13Immobilizer system..........2-54, 5-16Important vehicle information label. . .10-13In-cabin microfilter..............8-18Increasing fuel economy..........5-168IndicatorNISSAN Intelligent Key® battery discharge
indicator
...................5-15Inside automatic anti-glare mirror. . . .3-29Instrument brightness control.......2-62
11-3