NISSAN MAXIMA 2004 A34 / 6.G Owners Manual

GLOVE BOX
Open the glove box by pulling the handle. Use the
master key when locking
s1or unlockings2the
glove box. The valet key cannot be used to lock or
unlock the glove box.
WARNING
Keep glove box lid closed while driving to
help prevent injury in an accident or a
sudden stop.
CONSOLE BOX
WARNING
The center console box should not be
used while driving so full attention may be
given to vehicle operation.
CAUTION
cThis power outlet is not designed for
use with a cigarette lighter unit.
cDo not use accessories that exceed 12
volt, 120W (10A) power draw. Do not use
double adapters or more than one elec-
trical accessory.
Armrest
Push the button to elevate the armrest. To return
armrest to regular position, hold the button in and
push the armrest rearward until locked.
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Console box storage
Pull up on the lever to open the console box.
Remove the inside tray to store a large object.
The console box may be used for storage of
cellular phones. Open the access hole cover
s1
to route a cord to the power outlet.
REAR CENTER CONSOLE (if so
equipped)
Pull up on the lever to open the console box.Some rear center consoles are equipped with a
light inside the console box. The light may be
turned ons1and offs2with the switch.
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COVERED STORAGE BOX
Push the bottom center of the lid to open.
CARGO NETS
The cargo nets (right, center and left) help keep
packages in the cargo area from moving around
while the vehicle is in motion.
To install a cargo net, attach the hooks to the
retainers.
To remove a cargo net, detach the hooks from the
retainers.
WARNING
cProperly secure all cargo with ropes or
straps to help prevent it from sliding or
shifting. In a sudden stop or collision,
unsecured cargo could cause personal
injury.
cBe sure to secure all four hooks into the
retainers. The cargo restrained in the
net must not exceed 30 lbs. (13.6 kg) or
the net may not stay secured.
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POWER WINDOWS
WARNING
cMake sure that all passengers have
their hands, etc. inside the vehicle while
it is in motion and before closing the
windows. Use the window lock switch
to prevent unexpected use of the power
windows.
cDo not leave children unattended inside
the vehicle. They could unknowingly ac-
tivate switches or controls and become
trapped in a window. Unattended chil-
dren could become involved in serious
accidents.
1. Door lock/unlock button
2. Window lock button
3. Front passenger side
4. Right rear passenger side
5. Left rear passenger side
6. Driver side automatic switch
Driver’s side power window switch
The driver’s side control panel is equipped with
switches to open or close all of the windows.
The power windows operate when the ignition
switch is in the ON position, or for about 45
seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the
OFF position. If the driver’s or passenger’s dooris opened during this period of about 45 sec-
onds, power to the windows is canceled. To open
a window, push the switch and hold it down. To
close a window, pull the switch and hold it up. To
stop the opening or closing function at any time,
simply release the switch.
NOTE:
The default for retained power is 45 sec-
onds. The retained power can be disabled
or adjusted to 2 minutes. See your NISSAN
dealer to have the retained power adjusted.
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Front passenger power window switch
The passenger window switch operates only the
corresponding passenger window. To open the
window, push the switch and hold it down
s1.To
close the window, pull the switch up
s2.
Rear power window switch
The rear passenger window switches open or
close only the corresponding passenger window.
To open the window, push the switch and hold it
down
s1. To close the window, pull the switch up
s2.
Locking passengers’ windows
When the window lock button is depressed, only
the driver side window can be opened or closed.
Push it again to cancel the window lock function.
Automatic operation
To fully open a window equipped with automatic
operation, press the window switch down (only
driver’s side shown) to the second detent and
release it; it need not be held. The window auto-
matically opens all the way. To stop the window,
lift the switch up while the window is opening.
To fully close a window equipped with automatic
operation, pull the switch up to the second detent
and release it; it need not be held.
Auto-reverse function
The auto-reverse function can be activated when
a window is closed by automatic operation.
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Depending on the environment or driving
conditions, the auto-reverse function may
be activated if an impact or load similar to
something being caught in the window oc-
curs.
WARNING
There are some small distances immedi-
ately before the closed position which
cannot be detected. Make sure that all
passengers have their hands, etc., inside
the vehicle before closing the window.
If the control unit detects something caught in a
window equipped with automatic operation as it
is closing, the window will be immediately low-
ered.Open or close the skyview roof shade by sliding it
from side to side.
AUTOMATIC SUNROOF
The sunroof will only operate when the ignition
key is in the ON position. The automatic sunroof
is operational for about 45 seconds, even if the
ignition key is turned to the ACC or OFF position.
If the driver’s door or the front passenger’s door
is opened during this period of about 45 sec-
onds, power to the sunroof is canceled.
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Sliding the sunroof
To open the roof, slide the switch to theor
OPEN position
s1. When the roof is tilted up, it
will automatically tilt down and then open.
To close the roof, slide the switch to the
or
CLOSE position
s2.
The position of the sliding roof lid can be chosen
by the position of the sliding switch.
To fully open or close the roof, completely move
the switch to the open or closed position.
Tilting the sunroof
To tilt the sunroof up, push the tilt switch to
theor UP positions3. When the roof is
open, it will automatically close and then tilt up. To
tilt the sunroof down, push the tilt switch to
the
or DOWN positions4.
Restarting the sunroof sliding switch
The sliding switch will become inoperable after
the battery terminal is disconnected, the electri-
cal supply interrupted and/or some abnormality
detected. Use the following reset procedure to
return sunroof operation to normal.
1. If the sunroof lid is open, push the tilting
switch repeatedly toward
or DOWN
to fully close the lid.
2. Finally, push and hold the tilting switch for
more than 2 seconds toward
or
DOWN to reestablish the lid’s home posi-
tion.
The sunroof should now operate normally.
Auto reverse function (when closing or
tilting down the sunroof)
The auto reverse function can be activated when
the sunroof is closed or tilted down by automatic
operation when the ignition key is in the ONposition or for about 45 seconds after the ignition
key is turned to the OFF position.
Depending on the environment or driving
conditions, the auto reverse function may
be activated if an impact or load similar to
something being caught in the sunroof oc-
curs.
WARNING
There are some small distances immedi-
ately before the closed position which
cannot be detected. Make sure that all
passengers have their hands, etc., inside
the vehicle before closing the sunroof.
When closing:
If the control unit detects something caught in the
sunroof as it moves to the front, the sunroof will
immediately open backward.
When tilting down:
If the control unit detects something caught in the
sunroof as it tilts down, the sunroof will immedi-
ately tilt up.
If the auto reverse function malfunctions and re-
peats opening or tilting up the sunroof, keep
pushing the tilt down switch within 5 seconds
Type B
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after it happens, then the sunroof will fully close
gradually. In this case, make sure nothing is
caught in the sunroof.
WARNING
cIn an accident you could be thrown from
the vehicle through an open sunroof.
Always use seat belts and child
restraints.
cDo not allow anyone to stand up or
extend any portion of their body out of
the sunroof opening while the vehicle is
in motion or while the sunroof is
closing.
CAUTION
cRemove water drops, snow, ice or sand
from the sunroof before opening.
cDo not place heavy objects on the sun-
roof or surrounding area.
Sun shade
Open and close the sun shade by sliding it for-
ward or backward.
If the sunroof does not close
Have your NISSAN dealer check and repair the
sunroof.
CAUTION
cTo avoid personal injury, keep your
hands, fingers and head away from the
sun shade arm, arm rail and screen inlet
port.
cDo not allow children near the rear sun
shade system. They could be injured.
cDo not place objects on or near the rear
sun shade. This could cause improper
operation or damage it.
cDo not pull or push the rear sun shade.
This could cause improper operation or
damage it.
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1. Arm rail
2. Screen
3. Caution label
4. Sun shade arms
The rear sun shade operates when the ignition
key is in the ACC or ON position.
The rear sun shade switches are located on the
front and rear center consoles.
To raise the screen, push the upper side of the
switch.
To lower the screen, push the lower side of the
switch.
The switch need not be held down.
CAUTION
cDo not place objects (such as newspa-
pers, handkerchiefs, etc.) on the screen
inlet port. Doing so may entangle these
objects in the screen when it is extend-
ing or retracting, causing improper op-
eration or damage to the screen.
cDo not push the sun shade arm with
your hands, etc., as this may deform it.
Improper operation or damage to the
screen may result.cDo not hang any object on the arm rail
as this may result in improper operation
or damage the screen.
cDo not forcefully pull the screen. Doing
so may elongate the screen. Improper
operation or damage to the screen may
result.
The interior light has a three-position switch and
operates regardless of ignition switch position.
cWhen the switch is in the ON position
s1,
the interior light illuminates, regardless of
door position. The light will go off after 30
minutes unless the ignition key is in the ACC
or ON position.
Without sunroof
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cWhen the switch is in the center DOOR
position
s2, the front and rear personal
lights will illuminate under the following con-
ditions:
– Driver’s door is unlocked.
Lights remain on for a maximum of 30
seconds.
– Driver’s door is opened.
Lights remain on for a maximum of 30
seconds after driver’s door is closed.
– Ignition key is removed from key cylinder.
Lights remain on for a maximum of 30
seconds.
The lights will go off when the ignition key is in the
ON position, or the driver’s door is closed and
locked.
The lights will also go off after 30 minutes when
doors are open.
cWhen the switch is in the OFF positions3,
the interior light does not illuminate, regard-
less of door position.
NOTE:
The foot well and door step lights illumi-
nate when the driver and passenger doors
are opened regardless of the interior light
switch position. These lights will turn off
automatically after 30 minutes while doors
are open to prevent the battery from be-
coming discharged.
CAUTION
Do not use for extended periods of time
with the engine stopped. This could result
in a discharged battery.
FRONT
To turn the map lights on, press the switches. To
turn them off, press the switches again.
CAUTION
Do not use for extended periods of time
with the engine stopped. This could result
in a discharged battery.
With sunroof
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