belt NISSAN ALTIMA HYBRID 2009 L32A / 4.G First Responders Guide

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Foreword .......................................................................\
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About the Nissan Altima Hybrid ........................................................................\
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Altima Hybrid Identification ........................................................................\
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VIN Location ........................................................................\
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Engine Compartment ........................................................................\
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Exterior ...............................................................\
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Interior ...............................................................\
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Hybrid System Locations and Descriptions ........................................................................\
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Battery Information .......................................................................\
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Low Voltage Battery ........................................................................\
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High Voltage Battery ........................................................................\
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High Voltage Battery Specifications ........................................................................\
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High Voltage Battery Recycling ........................................................................\
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High Voltage Safety .......................................................................\
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High Voltage Safety System ........................................................................\
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Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) and Seat Belt Pre-tensioners ................................................. - 13 - 
Emergency Response ........................................................................\
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Vehicle Cut Sheet ........................................................................\
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Automatic Door Locks (Not Applicable to 2007 or 2008 Model Years) ...................................................... - 16 -  
Extrication .......................................................................\
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Alternative High Voltage System Shut Down Procedure ........................................................................\
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Fire ...................................................................\
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Recovery/recycling of the Ni-MH high voltage battery ........................................................................\
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Spills ........................................................................\
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First Aid ........................................................................\
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Submersion .............................................................\
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Roadside Assistance .......................................................................\
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Towing ........................................................................\
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Fuel-Filler Door Opener ........................................................................\
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Spare Tire ........................................................................\
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Jump Starting ........................................................................\
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Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) and Seat Belt Pre-tensioners



1. Supplemental curtain side-impact air bags 2. Supplemental seat-mounted side-
impact air bags 3. Supplemental front-impact air
bags
4. Crash zone sensor 5. Air bag diagnosis sensor unit (control unit) 6. Seat belt pre-tensioners
7. Satellite sensors

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7. Accessing the occupants
• Glass removal:
Use normal glass removal procedures as required.

• SRS awareness:
First responders need to be cautious when working in proximity of undeployed air bags and seat

belt pre-tensioners. Front dual stage air bags automatically ignite both stages within a fraction of a
second.

• Door removal/displacement:
Doors can be removed by conventional rescue tools such as hand, electric, and hydraulic tools. In
certain situations, it may be easier to pry back the vehicle body to expose and unbolt the hinges.

• Roof removal:
The Altima Hybrid contains curtain air bags. If undeployed, it is not recommended to remove or to
displace the roof. As an alternative, remove the roof panel between the two roof rails.

• Instrument panel displacement:
The Altima Hybrid contains curtain air bags. Do not remove or displace the roof during an instrument panel displacement to avoid cutting into undeployed air bags or inflators. As an
alternative, instrument panel displacement may be performed using a modified instrument panel
roll.

• Rescue lift bags:
First responders should not place cribbing or rescue lift bags under the high voltage power cables,
exhaust system, or fuel system.

NOTE:
Repositioning the power seats must be done prior to 12 volt battery disconnection.

• Repositioning the seats:
The power seat control can be located as shown.
Moving the switch forward or backward will slide
the seat forward or backward to the desired position. Move the recline switch backward until the
desired position is obtained. To bring the seatback forward again, move the switch forward while
moving forward.

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Jump Starting






















1. Locate the HEV fusible link box located behind the engine air
cleaner.

2. Push the tab (A) in and lift up to remove the lid and expose the
remote positive (+) battery terminal (B).



















DANGER:
• The engine may start at any time without warning when the ignition is on and the Hybrid System is
in the READY mode. When jump starting keep your hands, clothing, hair and tools away from
fans, belts and any other parts that can move to avoid personal injury.
• If done incorrectly, jump starting can lead to a battery explosion, resulting in severe injury or death.
It could also damage the vehicle.
• Explosive hydrogen gas is always present in the vicinity of the battery. Keep all sparks and flames
away from the battery.
• Do not allow battery fluid to come into contact with eyes, skin, clothing or painted surfaces. Battery
fluid is a corrosive sulfuric acid solution which can cause severe burns. If the fluid should come
into contact with anything, immediately flush the contacted area with water.
• Whenever working on or near a battery, always wear suitable eye protectors (for example, goggles
or industrial safety spectacles) and remove rings, metal bands, or any other jewelry. Do not lean
over the battery when jump starting.
• Do not attempt to jump start a frozen battery. It could explode and cause serious injury.
• The vehicle has an automatic engine cooling fan. It could come on at any time. Keep hands and
other objects away from it.
• Always follow the instructions below. Failure to do so could result in damage to the charging
system and cause personal injury.