NISSAN ALTIMA HYBRID 2008 L32A / 4.G Owners Manual

OPENER OPERATION
The fuel-filler door release is located on the floor
to the left of the driver’s seat. To open the fuel-
filler door, pull up the release. There may be a
delay up to 15 seconds before the fuel-filler door
opens. To lock, close the fuel-filler door securely.FUEL-FILLER CAP
The fuel-filler cap is a ratcheting type. Turn the
cap counterclockwise to remove. To tighten, turn
the cap clockwise until ratcheting clicks are
heard.
Put the fuel-filler cap on the cap holder
s1while
refueling.
WARNING
cGasoline is extremely flammable and
highly explosive under certain condi-
tions. You could be burned or seriously
injured if it is misused or mishandled.
Always stop the engine and do not
smoke or allow open flames or sparks
near the vehicle when refueling.
cDo not attempt to top off the fuel tank
after the fuel pump nozzle shuts off
automatically. Continued refueling may
cause fuel overflow, resulting in fuel
spray and possibly a fire.
cUse only an original equipment type
fuel-filler cap as a replacement. It has a
built-in safety valve needed for proper
operation of the fuel system and emis-
sion control system. An incorrect cap
can result in a serious malfunction and
possible injury. It could also cause the
malfunction indicator light to come on.
cNever pour fuel into the throttle body to
attempt to start your vehicle.
LPD0397
Coupe shown Sedan similar
LPD0263
FUEL-FILLER DOOR
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cDo not fill a portable fuel container in
the vehicle or trailer. Static electricity
can cause an explosion of flammable
liquid, vapor or gas in any vehicle or
trailer. To reduce the risk of serious
injury or death when filling portable fuel
containers:
– Always place the container on the
ground when filling.
– Do not use electronic devices when
filling.
– Keep the pump nozzle in contact
with the container while you are fill-
ing it.
– Use only approved portable fuel con-
tainers for flammable liquid.CAUTION
cIf fuel is spilled on the vehicle body,
flush it away with water to avoid paint
damage.
cTighten until the fuel-filler cap clicks.
Failure to tighten the fuel-filler cap
properly may cause the
Mal-
function Indicator Light (MIL) to illumi-
nate. If the
light illuminates be-
cause the fuel-filler cap is loose or
missing, tighten or install the cap and
continue to drive the vehicle.
The
light should turn off after a
few driving trips. If the
light
does not turn off after a few driving
trips, have the vehicle inspected by a
NISSAN dealer.
cFor additional information, see the
“Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)” in
the “Instruments and Controls” section
earlier in this manual.TILT OPERATION
Pull the levers1all the way towards you and
adjust the steering wheel up or down in direction
s2to the desired position. Lock the wheel by
releasing the lever and ensure that the lever has
returned to its original position.
WARNING
Do not adjust the steering wheel while
driving. You could lose control of your
vehicle and cause an accident.
LPD0398
TILTING TELESCOPIC STEERING
COLUMN
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TELESCOPIC OPERATION
Pull the levers1all the way towards you and
adjust the steering wheel forward or backward in
direction
s3, to the desired position. Lock the
wheel by releasing the lever and ensure that the
lever has returned to its original position.
WARNING
Do not adjust the steering wheel any
closer to you than is necessary for proper
steering operation and comfort. The driv-
er’s air bag inflates with great force. If you
are unrestrained, leaning forward, sitting
sideways or out of position in any way, you
are at greater risk of injury or death in a
crash. You may also receive serious or
fatal injuries from the air bag if you are up
against it when it inflates. Always sit back
against the seatback and as far away as
practical from the steering wheel. Always
use the seat belts.
s1To block glare from the front, swing down the
main sun visor.
s2To block glare from the side, remove the sun
visor from the center mount and swing the
sun visor to the side.
s3Slide the extension sun visor (if so equipped)
in or out as needed.
CAUTION
Do not store the sun visor before returning
the extension to its original position.
Coupe shown Sedan similar
WPD0435
SUN VISORS
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VANITY MIRRORS
To access the vanity mirror, pull the sun visor
down and flip open the mirror cover. Some vanity
mirrors are illuminated and turn on when the
mirror cover is open.
REARVIEW MIRROR (if so equipped)
The night positions1reduces glare from the
headlights of vehicles behind you at night.
Use the day position
s2when driving in daylight
hours.
WARNING
Use the night position only when neces-
sary, because it reduces rear view clarity.
AUTOMATIC ANTI-GLARE
REARVIEW MIRROR (if so equipped)
The inside mirror is designed so that it automati-
cally dims according to the intensity of the head-
lights of the vehicle following you. The automatic
anti-glare feature operates only when the ignition
switch is in the ON position.
The indicator light
s1will illuminate when the
automatic anti-glare feature is operating.
To turn off the automatic anti-glare feature, press
the
button. The indicator light will turn off.
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MIRRORS
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To turn on the automatic anti-glare feature, press
thebutton again. The indicator light will
turn on.
For information on HomeLinkTUniversal Trans-
ceiver operation, see “HomeLinkTUniversal
Transceiver” in the “Instrument and controls” sec-
tion of this manual.
For information on the compass and outside tem-
perature display, see “Compass and outside
temperature display” in the “Instrument and con-
trols” section of this manual.
NOTE:
Do not hang any objects over the sensors
s2or apply glass cleaner to the sensors.
Doing so will reduce the sensitivity of the
sensors, resulting in improper operation.
OUTSIDE MIRRORS
WARNING
cObjects viewed in the outside mirror on
the passenger side are closer than they
appear. Be careful when moving to the
right. Using only this mirror could cause
an accident. Use the inside mirror or
glance over your shoulder to properly
judge distances to other objects.
cDo not adjust the mirrors while driving.
You could lose control of your vehicle
and cause an accident.
Electric control type (if so equipped)
The outside mirror remote control only operates
when the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON
position.
Rotate the control lever to select the right or left
mirror. Adjust the mirror to the desired position by
moving the control lever.
LPD0346
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Manual control type (if so equipped)
The outside mirror can be moved in any direction
for a better rear view.
Heated mirrors (if so equipped)
Some outside mirrors can be heated to defrost,
defog, or de-ice for improved visibility. For addi-
tional information, see “Rear window and outside
mirror (if so equipped) defroster switch” in the
“Instrument and controls” section of this manual.
Manual folding outside mirrors (if so
equipped)
Push the mirrors backward to fold them.
WPD0170WPD0056
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4 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice
recognition systems
Control panel buttons (if so equipped)...............4-2
Setting up the start-up screen...................4-3
How to use the SETUP button...................4-3
button...................................4-7
Rearview monitor (if so equipped)...................4-8
How to read the displayed lines..................4-8
Adjusting the screen............................4-9
Operating tips..................................4-9
Ventilators.......................................4-10
Heater and air conditioner (automatic)..............4-11
Automatic operation...........................4-11
Manual operation..............................4-12
Operating tips.................................4-12
Servicing air conditioner...........................4-13
Audio system....................................4-13
Radio........................................4-13
FM radio reception............................4-14
AM radio reception............................4-14
Satellite radio reception (if so equipped).........4-14
Audio operation precautions....................4-15
FM/AM radio with compact disc (CD) player......4-20
FM/AM/SAT radio with compact disc (CD)
changer (if so equipped).......................4-25FM/AM/SAT radio with compact disc (CD)
changer (if so equipped).......................4-31
CD care and cleaning..........................4-36
Steering wheel switch for audio control
(if so equipped)...............................4-36
Antenna......................................4-38
Car phone or CB radio............................4-39
BluetoothTHands-Free Phone System without
Navigation System (if so equipped).................4-39
Using the system..............................4-41
Control buttons...............................4-43
Getting started................................4-43
List of voice commands........................4-45
Speaker adaptation (SA) mode..................4-50
Troubleshooting guide.........................4-52
BluetoothTHands-Free Phone System with
Navigation System (if so equipped).................4-53
Voice commands..............................4-55
Pairing procedure.............................4-55
Phone download..............................4-56
Making a call..................................4-58
Receiving a call...............................4-59
During a call..................................4-59
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Phone setting.................................4-60
Nissan Voice Recognition System (if so equipped) . . . 4-62
Using the system..............................4-62
System features...............................4-63
BluetoothTHands-Free Phone System voice
commands....................................4-63Navigation system voice commands
(if so equipped)...............................4-64
Troubleshooting guide.........................4-65
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WARNING
cDo not disassemble or modify this sys-
tem. If you do, it may result in accidents,
fire, or electrical shock.
cDo not use this system if you notice any
abnormality, such as a frozen screen or
lack of sound. Continued use of the
system may result in accident, fire or
electric shock.
cIn case you notice any foreign object in
the system hardware, spill liquid on it,
or notice smoke or smell coming from
it, stop using the system immediately
and contact your nearest NISSAN
dealer. Ignoring such conditions may
lead to accidents, fire or electrical
shock.
1.brightness control button (P.
4-7)
2. TILT button*
3. INFO button*
4. SETUP button (P. 4-3)
5. MAP button*6. DEST button*
*For Navigation system control buttons, refer to
the separate Navigation System Owner’s
Manual.
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CONTROL PANEL BUTTONS (if so
equipped)
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When you use this system, make sure the Hybrid
System is turned ON.
If you use the system with the Hybrid Sys-
tem off (ignition ON or ACC) for a long time,
it will use up all the 12-volt battery power,
and the Hybrid System will not turn ON.
Reference symbols:
SETUP button — This is a button on the control
panel.
“Display” key — This is a select key on the touch-
screen. By touching this key you can proceed to
the next function.
SETTING UP THE START-UP
SCREEN
With the ignition to ACC or ON, the SYSTEM
START-UP warning is displayed on the screen.
Read the warning and touch the “I agree” key
(English) or the “Enter” (Français) key.
If you do not touch the “I agree” key, the Naviga-
tion system will not proceed to the next step
display.
If you do not press a button or touch a screen key
for more than 1 minute on the START-UP screen,
the screen will change to the audio screen auto-
matically.To proceed to the next step, refer to the separate
Navigation System Owner’s Manual.
HOW TO USE THE SETUP BUTTON
When the SETUP button is pressed, the settings
screen will appear on the display. You can select
and/or adjust several functions, features and
modes that are available for your vehicle. Touch
one of the setting item keys to select each item to
be set.
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