ESP NISSAN ALTIMA COUPE 2010 D32 / 4.G Quick Reference Guide

NISSAN INTELLIGENT KEY™
The niSSAn intelligent k ey™ system allows you to lock or unlock your
vehicle, open your trunk and start the engine.
n OTe: it is important to make sure the intelligent k ey is with you (that
is, in your pocket or purse).

The operating range of the door and trunk lock/unlock function is
approximately 31 in (0.8 m).

Locking the vehicle - Push any door handle Request Switch (if so
equipped)

01 once.

u nlocking the vehicle - Push any door handle Request Switch
(if so equipped)

01 once. The corresponding door will unlock.
Push the door handle Request Switch
01 again within
1 minute; all other doors will unlock.
OPenin G THe TRunk
To open the trunk using the Request Switch (if so equipped),
your intelligent k ey must be with you.

Push the Request/Release Switch (if so equipped)
02 under
the trunk handle.

Lift up on the trunk lid to open the trunk.
STARTin G THe enGine
depress the brake pedal (cVT) or clutch pedal (MT).

Push the ignition switch to start the engine.
Tu Rnin G TH e enGine O ff
Shift the shift lever to the P (PAR k) position ( cVT) or to the
n (neu TRAL) position (manual transmission) and apply the
parking brake.

Push the ignition switch to turn the engine off.
ni SSAn inTe LLiGenT keY™ BATTe RY diSc HARG e
if the battery in the intelligent k ey is almost discharged, the
guide light of the intelligent k ey port blinks and the intelligent
k ey insertion indicator is displayed in the vehicle
information display.

To start the engine under these circumstances, insert the
intelligent k ey into the key port in the direction indicated
until it latches into place.

To remove the intelligent k ey from the port, push the ignition
switch to turn the engine off and pull the intelligent k ey out of the port.

The intelligent k ey port does not charge the intelligent k ey battery. if you see the low
battery indicator, replace the battery in the intelligent k ey.
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USB JACK WITH iPod® CONNECTIVITY (if so equipped)
The USB input jack is located in the center console under the armrest.

To connect a compatible u SB device, open the protective cover on the USB jack, and insert the
u SB device into the jack. When a compatible storage device is plugged into the jack, compatible
audio or video files on the storage device can be played through the v\
ehicle’s audio system.
Video file playback is only available on vehicles with navigation.

To connect an iPod®, open the USB jack cover, connect the u SB end of the cable supplied
with your iPod® to the jack, then connect the other end of the cable to the iPod®. When the
ignition switch is in the A cc or On position, the battery of your iPod® (if compatible) will
charge while connected to your vehicle.
05 STATION SELECT BUTTONS
Twelve stations can be set for the f M band, six for the AM band and eighteen for XM®* radio.

To store a station in a preset you must first select a radio band by pressing the FM/AM or
XM button, then tune to the desired AM, f M or XM® station.

Then press and hold the desired station select button (1 -6 ) until the preset number is
updated on the display and the sound is briefly muted. The channel indicator will then
come on and the sound will resume. Programming is now complete.

To retrieve a previously set station, select the radio band where the preset was stored,
then press the corresponding station select button (1 -6 ).
06 TUNE/FOLDER/AUDIO CONTROL KNOB (Bass, Treble, etc.)
To manually tune the radio, turn the TUNE/FOLDER knob right or left. To adjust the Bass,
Treble, Balance and fade, press the AUDIO knob until the desired mode appears in the
display. Then turn the TUNE/FOLDER knob to adjust to the desired level. Once adjusted
to the desired level, press the AUDIO control knob until the radio or cd display reappears.

While playing an MP3 cd or a compatible device plugged into the USB jack, turn the
TUNE/FOLDER knob right or left to skip forward or backward through available folders.
07 OPEN/TILT BUTTON
The cd/ dVd insert slot is located behind the display screen. To insert a cd, dVd or access
the
(eject) button, press the OPEN/TILT button on the audio system. The display screen
will automatically move down to expose the cd/d Vd insert slot. insert the cd/d Vd into the
slot with the label side facing up. The cd/ dVd will be guided automatically into the slot and
begin playing. To return the display screen to its upright position after the cd/d Vd is inserted,
press the OPEN/TILT button again.
TO EJECT A CD
first press the OPEN/TILT button
07 on the audio system. Then press the button to
eject a loaded cd or d Vd.
PLAY MODE
Play mode allows you to change the play pattern of a loaded cd.

While a cd is playing, select the “Menu” key on the display, then select the “Play Mode”
key and a list of various play patterns will be displayed.
*XM
® Satellite Radio is only available on vehicles equipped with optional XM® satellite subscription.

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)
This system monitors tire pressure. if the low tire pressure warning light
illuminates, check the tire pressure in all four tires.
Adjust the low tire pressure to the recommended cOL d tire pressure
shown on the Tire and Loading information label located in the driver’s
door opening. After tire pressures are adjusted, the vehicle will need to
be driven at speeds above 16 MPH (25 km/h) to activate the TPMS and
turn off the low tire pressure warning light.
SEAT BELT WARNING LIGHT AND CHIME
The light and chime remind you to fasten your seat belts. The light
illuminates whenever the ignition switch is placed in the O n or
START position and remains illuminated until the driver’s seat belt
is fastened. At the same time, the chime sounds for approximately
6 seconds unless the driver’s seat belt is securely fastened.

With the ignition O n, the seat belt warning light may also illuminate
if the front-passenger’s seat is occupied with the front-passenger’s
seat belt unfastened.
CHILD SAFETY REAR DOOR LOCKS (Sedan Only)
child safety locks help prevent the rear doors from being opened
accidentally, especially when small children are in the vehicle. The
child safety lock levers are located on the edge of the rear doors.
When the lever is in the LO ck position, the door can only be opened
from the outside.
FUEL-FILLER DOOR RELEASE
The fuel-filler door release is located on the floor to the left of t\
he driver’s seat.

To open the fuel-filler door, pull the release up.

To lock, close the fuel-filler door securely.
FUEL-FILLER CAP
To tighten, turn the fuel-filler cap clockwise until ratcheting clicks
are heard. if the cap is not fully tightened, the

light may
illuminate.

if the
light illuminates because the fuel cap is loose or missing,
tighten or re-install the cap. The

light should turn off after a

few driving trips.

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4. Hold down both buttons until the indicator light on the HomeLink® flashes, changing from
a “slow blink” to a “rapidly flashing blink.” This could take up to 90 seconds. When the indicator
light flashes rapidly, both buttons may be released. The rapidly flashing light indicates
successful programming. To activate the garage door or other programmed device, press
and hold the programmed HomeLink
® button - releasing when the device begins to activate.
5. if the indicator light on the HomeLink
® blinks rapidly for 2 seconds and then turns solid,
HomeLink® has picked up a “rolling code” garage door opener signal. You will need to
proceed with the next steps to train the HomeLink® to complete the programming, which
may require a ladder and another person for convenience.
6. Press and release the “smart” or “learn” program button loca\
ted on the garage door opener’s
motor to activate the “training mode.” This button is usually located near the antenna wire that
hangs down from the motor. if the wire originates from under a light lens, you will need to
remove the lens to access the program button.
NOTE: Once you have pressed and released the program button on the garage door
opener’s motor and the “training light” is lit, you have 30 seconds in which to perform
step 7. Use the help of a second person for convenience to assist when perform\
ing this step.
7. Within 30 seconds of pressing and releasing the garage door opener program button,
firmly press and release the HomeLink
® button you’ve just programmed. Press and release
the HomeLink® button up to 3 times to complete the training.
8. Your HomeLink
® button should now be programmed. (To program the remaining HomeLink®
buttons for additional door or gate openers, follow steps 2-8 only.)
BLUETOOTH® HANDS-FREE PHONE SYSTEM
(vehicles without navigation - if so equipped)
With an overhead microphone and sound transmitted
through the audio system speakers, the Bluetooth®
Hands-free Phone System utilizes Bluetooth®
wireless technology and voice recognition to
provide hands-free cellular phone communication.
SYSTe M OPeRATin G TiPS
close all windows. Surrounding noises may interfere with
system operation and performance.

Press the
button on the steering wheel to activate voice recognition.

Wait for the tone before speaking.

Begin speaking a command within 5 seconds of the tone.

Speak in a clear and natural voice without pausing between words.

To go back to the previous command, say “Go back” or “correction.”

To cancel a voice recognition session, simply wait 5 seconds; say “ cancel,” “Quit” or press
the
button.

To increase or decrease the volume of the voice prompts, press the VOL (volume) control
switch + or – on the steering wheel or turn the POWER/VOLUME knob on the audio
system while the system is responding.

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if the Voice Recognition system does not recognize your voice commands, train th\
e system
using the Speaker Adaptation Mode. See your Owner’s Manual for detailed information.

Some commands are not available while the vehicle is in motion.

The “Help” command can be used in any menu to hear a list of availa\
ble commands.

Please refer to the cellular phone manufacturer’s Owner’s Manual for detailed information
regarding your Bluetooth® phone.

For recommended phones and detailed instructions, please visit
www.nissanusa.com/bluetooth.
cOnnec TinG YOu R PHOne
To use the hands-free feature, you need to set up, or connect, the system\
to recognize your
compatible cellular phone(s). five compatible Bluetooth®-enabled phones can be connected.
After setup, the system automatically connects with a connected phone wh\
en the ignition is in
the A cc or O n position, as long as the phone is on and in the vehicle.
n OTe: Some cellular phones require the user to enable the automatic reconnec\
tion feature. Please
refer to the cellular phone manufacturer’s Owner’s Manual for Blue\
tooth
® setup information.
cOnnec TinG PROcedu Re
n OTe: The vehicle must be stationary when connecting the phone.
1. Press the
button on the steering wheel. The system announces the available commands.
2. Say “connect Phone.”
3. The system acknowledges the previous command and announces the next set of available
commands. Say “Add phone.”
4. initiate connecting from the phone.

The connecting procedure varies according to each cellular phone model. for detailed
connecting instructions and a list of compatible phones, please visit
www.nissanusa.com/bluetooth.

When prompted for a Passkey code, enter “1234” from the handset. (The Passkey code
is assigned by ni SSAn and cannot be changed.)
5. Say a name for the phone when the system asks you to provide one. You can give the phone
a name of your choice.
MAkin G A PHO ne cALL
1. Press the button.
2. After the tone, do one of the following:

Say “call.” After the system responds, say the name of the person in the phonebook.

Say “ call Phone number.” After waiting for the tone, say [number]. for example, say “ call
Phone number.” After waiting for the tone, say “123-456-7891.”

Say “Redial” to redial the previous phone number.

Say “ call Phone number.” After the system responds, say “Special number” to dial more
than 10 digits or special characters.

You can say all the digits of a 7- or 10-digit phone number at one time.

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for a 10-digit number, saying the phone number in groups of 3, 3 and 4 digits may improve
recognition for some speakers. To use this group dialing method, say only the first 3 digits
of the phone number. After the system recognizes the number, it will request the next 3
digits and finally the last 4 digits.

if a phone number is incorrectly recognized, you can try entering the pho\
ne number again
using the 3–3–4 group dialing procedure by saying “correction.”

When you have finished speaking the phone number wait for the system to repeat it back
to you, then say “dial.”
ReceiVin G/endin G A PHO ne cALL
When you receive a phone call, a ring tone sounds through the audio syste\
m.

To accept the call, press the button. To reject the call, press the button.

To hang up the phone at the end of a call or to disconnect during call placement, press
the
button.
HOW TO SAY nu MBeRS
ni SSAn voice recognition permits numbers to be spoken in a variety of ways.

Say “Zero” or “Oh” for “0.” example: 1-800-662-6200 – Say “one eight zero zero six six two
six two oh oh.”

Say “pound” for “#.” Say “star” for “*”(available when using the “ call Phone number” then
“Special number” command and the “Send” command during a call).

Say “plus” for “+” (available only when using the “call Phone number” then “Special
number” command).

Say “pause” for a 2-second pause.
uSinG YOu R PHOneBOOk
When a compatible phone is connected to the system, the phonebook is automatically downloaded.
This allows you to access your phonebook from the Bluetooth® system to call contacts by name.
up to 1,000 phone numbers will be transferred. To access your phonebook:
1. Press the
button and wait for the tone.
2. Say “Phonebook.”
3. Wait for the tone, then say [a name] or say “List names.” The name must be said exactly as it
is entered in your phonebook for the system to recognize it. for example, say “Phonebook”
then after the system responds, say “Michelle.”
The phonebook can transfer multiple numbers for each entry. if you select a name with multiple
numbers, the system will ask you which number you want to dial.
The system allows for up to 40 voice tags to be recorded. You can record a voice tag for phone-
book entries that the system has difficulty recognizing or to directly\
dial an entry with multiple
numbers. To record a voice tag:
1. Press the
button and wait for the tone.
2. Say “Phonebook.”
3. Wait for the tone, then say [a name] or say “List names.” Select the name for which you want
to record a voice tag.
4. Say “Record name.”

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BLUETOOTH® HANDS-FREE PHONE SYSTEM
(vehicles with navigation - if so equipped)
With an overhead microphone and sound
transmitted through the audio system speakers,
the Bluetooth
® Hands-free Phone System utilizes
Bluetooth® wireless technology, a touch-screen
and voice recognition to provide hands-free
cellular phone communication.
SYSTe M OPeRATin G TiPS
close all windows. Surrounding noises may
interfere with system operation and performance.

Press the
button on the steering wheel to activate voice recognition.

Wait for the “Would you like to access Phone, navigation, information, Audio or Help?”
prompt and the listening tone before speaking.

Begin speaking a command within 1.5 seconds of the listening tone.

To cancel a voice recognition session, press and hold the
button for 2 seconds.

To increase or decrease the volume of the voice prompts, push the + or – (volume) control
switch on the steering wheel or turn the VOL (volume) knob on the audio system while the
system is responding.

Speak in a clear and natural voice without pausing between words.

The “Help” command will bring up the voice recognition command list\
.

Please refer to the cellular phone manufacturer’s Owner’s Manual for detailed information
regarding your Bluetooth® phone.

for recommended phones and detailed instructions, please visit
www.nissanusa.com/bluetooth.
cOnnec TinG YOu R PHOne
Before using the hands-free feature, you
need to set up, or connect, the system
to recognize your compatible cellular
phone(s). five compatible Bluetooth
®-
enabled phones can be connected. After
setup, the system automatically connects
with a connected phone when the ignition
is in the A cc or O n position, as long as
the phone is on and in the vehicle.

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MAkinG A PHO ne cALL
To make a call, follow the procedure below:
1. Press the

button on the steering wheel.
The “Phone” screen will appear on the display.
2. Select “Vehicle Phonebook,” “ call History”
or “Handset Phonebook.”
3. Select the registered person’s name from
the list. dialing will start.
ReceiVin G/endin G A PHO ne cALL
There are no voice commands for
receiving or ending a phone call.

To accept the call, press the
button on
the steering wheel or select the “Answer”
key. To reject the call, select the “Reject
call” key. To hang-up, press the
button
or select the “Hang-up” key.

Pressing the
button during a connected
phone call will allow you to send digits and
special characters. After speaking the
desired digits, press the ENTER button to send the recognized information.
HOW TO SAY nu MBeRS
The system provides two commands for entering and dialing a phone number: “ diAL” and
“inTe RnATi OnAL c ALL.” The “diAL” command is used for domestic phone numbers up to
10-digits in length, starting with the area code. The “inTe RnATi OnAL c ALL” command is used
when more than 10-digits need to be dialed or when special characters are required, such as: *,
# or +. When using these two commands, please follow the phone digit speaking rul\
es below:

Only single digits 0 (zero) to 9 (nine) can be spoken.

When saying the phone number 800-662-6200, the system will accept “eight hundred” in
addition to “eight zero zero” or “eight oh oh.” 500, 700 and 900 are also supported.

The long-distance calling prefix “1” is not required when making a call.
“diAL” c OMMAnd O nLY
You can say all the digits of a 7- or 10-digit phone number at one time.

f or a 10-digit number, saying the phone number in groups of 3, 3 and 4 digits may improve
recognition for some speakers. To use this group dialing method, say only the first 3 digits of
the phone number. After the system recognizes the number, it will request the next 3 digits
and finally the last 4 digits.

i f a phone number is incorrectly recognized, you can try entering the phone number again
using the 3-3-4 group dialing procedure by saying, “c HAnGe nu MBeR.”
“inTe RnATi OnAL c ALL” c OMMAnd O nLY
You can say the entire phone number at once or in groups of any digit length.

f or *, # and +, say “STAR, ” “POund” or “PLuS,” respectively.

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NISSAN VOICE RECOGNITION SYSTEM (vehicles with navigation -
if so equipped)
Voice Recognition allows hands-free
operation of the phone, navigation, vehicle
information and audio systems as a default
setting (Standard Mode). Available com-
mands are announced by the system and
shown on the display. You can complete
your desired operation by following the
instructional prompts given by the system.
The system will indicate when you can
speak a command by sounding a tone.
When the ignition switch is placed in the O n position, niSSA n Voice Recognition is initialized,
which takes a few seconds. When completed, the system is ready to accept voice commands.
To use voice recognition, push the
(TALk) switch located on the steering wheel. if you press
the
switch before the system is ready the display will show the message, “System not ready.”
After pushing the
switch, the system responds with, “Would you like to access Phone, navigation,
i nformation, Audio or Help?” The screen also changes and shows the available commands to speak.
After the tone, say one of the command choices. The system will then proceed to the next step.
“Would you like to access
Phone, Navigation, Information,
Audio or Help?”
After the tone sounds and the icon on the screen changes from
to
, say:
“Phone” or “navigation” or “information”
“Audio” or “Help”

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Saying “Help” will display the user Guide explained later in this guide. continue listening to the
prompts and respond after the tone until the desired operation is completed. Remember to wait for the
tone before speaking. for proper recognition of phone numbers and street names, please review the
operating tips below. The commands shown in the menus above are available in Standard Mode. To
access an expanded list of commands, please see “Alternate command Mode” in this guide.
SYSTe M OPeRATin G TiPS
Before Starting
To get the best possible performance out of the Voice Recognition system, observe the following:

The interior of the vehicle should be as quiet as possible. close the windows to minimize the
surrounding noises.

Wait until the tone sounds before speaking a command.

Speak in a natural conversational voice with minimal pauses between words.

if you want to repeat a step or if the system incorrectly recognizes your command, push the

switch on the steering wheel or select the “ BA
ck” key on the display.

if the system does not recognize your command, please repeat the command \
again.
However, avoid raising the volume of your voice or slowing down your speech unless
the system prompts you to do so. Speaking too slowly reduces recognition\
accuracy.

To give commands quickly, press the
switch to interrupt the voice guidance.
How to speak phone numbers
The system provides two commands for entering and dialing a phone number: “ diAL” and
“inTe RnATi OnAL c ALL.” The “diAL” command is used for domestic phone numbers up to
10 digits in length starting with the area code. The “ inTe R nAT iO nAL cALL” command is used
when more than 10 digits need to be dialed or when special characters are required such as *, #,
or +. When using these two commands, please follow the phone digit speaking rul\
es below:

Only single digits 0 (zero) to 9 (nine) can be spoken.

Speak digits at a normal pace. Speaking too slowly reduces recognition a\
ccuracy.

When saying the phone number 800-662-6200, the system will accept “eight zero zero” or
“eight oh oh.” 500, 700 and 900 are also supported.

The long-distance dialing prefix “1” is not required when making a call.
“diAL” c OMMAnd O nLY
You can say all the digits of a 7- or 10-digit phone number at one time.

for a 10-digit number, saying the phone number in groups of 3, 3 and 4 digits may improve
recognition for some speakers. To use this group dialing method, say only the first 3 digits of
the phone number. After the system recognizes the 3 three digits, it will request the next 3
digits and finally the last 4 digits.

if a phone number is incorrectly recognized, you can try entering the pho\
ne number again
using the 3-3-4 group dialing procedure by saying, “c HAnGe nu MBeR.”
“inTe RnATi OnAL c ALL” c OMMAnd O nLY
You can say the entire phone number at once or in groups of any digit length.

for *, # and +, say “STAR,” “PO und” or “PLuS,” respectively.