jump start 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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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.

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3. If the booster battery is in another vehicle, position the vehicles (E) and (F) shown in the illustration
below, to bring the batteries near each other.

Do not allow the two vehicles to touch.

4. Apply the parking brake. Move the shift lever to P (P ark). Switch off all unnecessary electrical systems
(lights, heater, air conditioner, etc.).

5. Remove the vent caps (if so equipped) on the booster battery and cover the battery with an old cloth
(G) to reduce the explosion hazard.
6. Connect jumper cables in the sequence illustrated (A), (B), (C), (D).























7. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and let it run for a few minutes.
CAUTION:
• The booster battery must be rated at 12 volts. Use of an improperly rated battery can damage
the vehicle.
• Always connect positive (+) from booster vehicle to remote positive (+) battery terminal.
• Always connect negative (-) from booster vehicle to body ground (for example, strut mounting
bolt, engine lift bracket, etc.).
• Make sure the jumper cables do not touch moving parts in the engine compartment and that the
cable clamps do not contact any other metal.

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8. Hold down the brake pedal and press the START button. The
vehicle instrument cluster will light up, and the READY operation
indicator light (green) will come ON.

9. After the READY operation indicator light (green) in the instrument
cluster comes ON, carefully disconnect the negative cable and
then the positive (+) cable.












10. Replace the vent caps (if so equipped). Be sure to dispose of the cloth used to cover the vent holes, as
it may be contaminated with corrosive acid.

The high voltage battery CANNOT be jump started.

CAUTION:
• If the READY operation indicator light (green) does not come on, press the START button to
turn the Hybrid System OFF. Carefully disconnect the negative (-) cable, then the positive (+)
cable. Have the vehicle taken to a Nissan dealership for repair.