center console NISSAN MAXIMA 2010 Owner´s Manual
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Thigh extension (driver’s side only, if
so equipped)
Pull up and hold the lever to extend the front
portion to the desired position.
FOLDING REAR SEAT (if so
equipped)Interior trunk access
For models without a rear center console, the
trunk can be accessed from the passenger side
of the rear seat for loading and unloading, as
shown.
s1Push down on the button on the rear parcel
shelf.
s2Fold down the passenger side seatback.
WARNING
cNever allow anyone to ride in the cargo
area or on the rear seat when it is in the
fold-down position. Use of these areas
by passengers without proper restraints
could result in serious injury in an acci-
dent or sudden stop.
cProperly secure all cargo with ropes or
straps to help prevent it from sliding or
shifting. Do not place cargo higher than
the seatbacks. In a sudden stop or col-
lision, unsecured cargo could cause
personal injury.
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cWhen returning the seatbacks to the
upright position, be certain they are
completely secured in the latched posi-
tion. If they are not completely secured,
passengers may be injured in an acci-
dent or sudden stop.
cClosely supervise children when they
are around cars to prevent them from
playing and becoming locked in the
trunk where they could be seriously in-
jured. Keep the car locked, with the rear
seatback and trunk lid securely latched
when not in use, and prevent children’s
access to car keys.
To fold down the driver side of the rear seat, reach
through the opening and pull on the strap
s1
located behind the seat.
The rear seats can be locked using the mechani-
cal key to prevent unauthorized access.
Secondary trunk lid release (if so
equipped)
For models with a rear center console, the trunk
can be accessed through the access panel be-
tween the rear seats, as shown.
cFold down the center arm rest.
cInsert the mechanical key into the trunk com-
partment access lid lock. Fold down the
trunk compartment access lid. For more in-
formation on the mechanical key, see
“Nissan Intelligent Key™” in the Pre-driving
checks and adjustments chapter.
cPull the rear seat trunk release handle
s1.
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The climate controlled seat warms up or cools
down the front seat by blowing warm or cool air
from the surface of the seat. The climate control
switch is located on the center console.
The climate controlled seat can be operated as
follows:
1. Start the engine.
2. Turn the control knob to the H (Heat) side or
to the C (Cool) side, as desired. The indica-
tor light on the control knob will illuminate.
3. Adjust the desired amount of air using the
control knob. The climate controlled seat
blower remains on low speed for approxi-mately 60 seconds after turning the switch
on or selecting the desired temperature.
4. When the vehicle’s interior is warmed or
cooled, or before you leave the vehicle, be
sure to turn the control knob to the Off
(center) position
To check the air filter for the climate controlled
seat, contact a NISSAN dealer.
CAUTION
cThe battery could run down if the cli-
mate control seat is operated while the
engine is not running.
cDo not use the climate control seat for
extended periods or when no one is
using the seat.
cDo not put anything on the seat which
insulates heat, such as a blanket, cush-
ion, seat cover, etc. Otherwise, the seat
may become overheated.
cDo not place anything hard or heavy on
the seat or pierce it with a pin or similar
objects. This may result in damage to
the climate controlled seat.
cAny liquid spilled on the seat should be
removed immediately with a dry clothcThe climate controlled seat has an air
filter. Do not operate the climate con-
trolled seat without an air filter. This
may result in damage to the system.
cWhen cleaning the seat, never use
gasoline, benzine, thinner, or any simi-
lar materials.
cIf any malfunctions are found or the
climate controlled seat does not oper-
ate, turn the switch off and have the
system checked by your NISSAN dealer.
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CLIMATE CONTROL SEAT SWITCH (if
so equipped)
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The front seats are warmed by built-in heaters.
The switch is located on the center console.
1. Start the engine.
2. Push the LO or HI position of the switch, as
desired. The indicator light in the switch will
illuminate.
The heater is controlled by a thermostat,
automatically turning the heater on and off.
The indicator light will remain on as long as
the switch is on.
3. When the seat is warmed or before you
leave the vehicle, be sure to turn the switch
off.
CAUTION
cDo not use the seat heater for extended
periods or when no one is using the
seat.
cDo not put anything on the seat which
insulates heat, such as a blanket, cush-
ion, seat cover, etc. Otherwise, the seat
may become overheated.
cDo not place anything hard or heavy on
the seat or pierce it with a pin or similar
object. This may result in damage to the
heater.
cAny liquid spilled on the heated seat
should be removed immediately with a
dry cloth.
cWhen cleaning the seat, never use
gasoline, benzine, thinner, or any simi-
lar materials.
cIf any abnormalities are found or the
heated seat does not operate, turn the
switch off and have the system checked
by your NISSAN dealer.
cThe battery could run down if the seat
heater is operated while the engine is
not running.The heated steering wheel system is designed to
operate only when the surface temperature of the
steering wheel is below 68°F (20°C) .
Push the heated steering wheel switch to warm
the steering wheel after the engine starts. The
indicator light will come on.
If the surface temperature of the steering wheel is
below 68°F (20°C) , the system will heat the
steering wheel and cycle off and on to maintain a
temperature above 68°F (20°C) . The indicator
light will remain on as long as the system is on.
Push the switch again to turn the heated steering
wheel system off manually. The indicator light will
go off.
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NOTE:
If the surface temperature of the steering
wheel is above 68°F (20°C) when the switch
is turned on, the system will not heat the
steering wheel. This is not a malfunction.
The vehicle should be driven with the Vehicle
Dynamic Control (VDC) system on for most driv-
ing conditions.
If the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, the VDC
system reduces the engine output to reduce
wheel spin. The engine speed will be reduced
even if the accelerator is depressed to the floor. If
maximum engine power is needed to free a stuck
vehicle, turn the VDC system off.
To turn off the VDC system, push the VDC OFF
switch. The
indicator will come on.
Push the VDC OFF switch again or restart the
engine to turn on the system. See “Vehicle Dy-
namic Control (VDC) system” in the “Starting and
driving” section.The power outlets are for powering electrical
accessories such as cellular telephones. They
are rated at 12 Volt, 120 W (10A) maximum.
The power outlet in the front console box is
powered directly by the vehicle battery. The out-
let on the center console near the shift selector is
powered only when the ignition switch is in the
ACC or ON position.
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Front center console
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VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC)
OFF SWITCHPOWER OUTLET
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To close the sunshade:
cTo fully close the sunshade, push the switch
s2toward the close position until it reaches
the second detent.
cPushing the switch
s2to the first detent will
close the moonroof only.
If the moonroof does not close
Have your NISSAN dealer check and repair the
moonroof.
The rear control cancel switch operates when the
ignition switch is placed in the ACC or ON posi-
tion.
The rear control cancel switch is located on the
left side of the instrument panel.
Pushing the rear control cancel switch to the
CANCELside will deactivate the following
switches in the rear center armrest:
cAutomatic climate control
cAudio
Pushing the rear control cancel switch to theON
side restores the control to the rear center arm-
rest.The rear sun shade operates when the ignition
switch is in the ACC or ON position.
The rear sun shade switch is located on the front
console.
cTo raise the sun shade, push the upper side
of the switch
s1.
cTo lower the sun shade, push the lower side
of the switch
s2.
cThe switch need not be held down.
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REAR CONTROL CANCEL SWITCH (if
so equipped)REAR POWER SUN SHADE (if so
equipped)
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Switch beeps
With this option on (indicator light illuminated) , a
beep will sound if any control panel button is
pressed.
OFF BUTTON
To change the display brightness, press
the
OFF button. Pressing the button again
will change the display to the day
or the
night
display. The brightness can then be
adjusted using the NISSAN controller.
If no operation is performed within 5 seconds, the
display will return to the previous display.Press and hold the
OFF button for more
than two seconds to turn the display off. Press
the button again to turn the display on.
USING THE IMAGE VIEWER
When a compatible portable storage device is
plugged into the USB jack located in the center
console, compatible image files stored on the
device can be viewed on the control panel de-
vice.
Connecting the portable storage
device
To connect a portable storage device to the sys-
tem so that images stored on it can be viewed,
insert the device into the USB jack located in the
center console.
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AUX (auxiliary) input jacks
The auxiliary input jacks are located inside the
center console
s1. NTSC compatible devices
such as video games, camcorders and portable
video players can be connected to the auxiliary
input jacks. Audio devices, such as some MP3
players, can also be connected to the system
through the auxiliary input jacks.
The auxiliary input jacks are color coded for iden-
tification purposes:
cRed – right channel audio input
cWhite – left channel audio input
cYellow – video inputBefore connecting a device to the auxiliary input
jacks, turn off the power of the portable device.
With a compatible device connected to the aux-
iliary input jacks, press the AUX button until the
AUX mode appears in the display. The output
from the device will be played through the display
(when the vehicle is in the (P) Park position and
the parking brake engaged) and audio system.
AUX settings
Select the “Settings” key using the NISSAN con-
troller and press the ENTER button.
Choose one of the display modes by selecting
the “
” key or the “” key:
cNormal
cWide
cCinema
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cTitle Text Priority
cRecord to Music Box, Automatic Recording,
Recording Quality
For more information about these options, see
“Music Box™ Hard-Drive Audio System with
Navigation System” in this section.
CD EJECT button:
When the
button is pressed with the com-
pact disc loaded, the compact disc will be
ejected.
When the
button is pressed while the
compact disc is being played, the compact disc
will eject and the system will turn off.
AUX (auxiliary) input jacks
The auxiliary input jacks are located inside the
center console
s1. NTSC compatible devices
such as video games, camcorders and portable
video players can be connected to the auxiliary
input jacks. Audio devices, such as some MP3
players, can also be connected to the system
through the auxiliary input jacks.
The auxiliary input jacks are color coded for iden-
tification purposes:
cRed – right channel audio input
cWhite – left channel audio input
cYellow – video input
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iPodT* PLAYER OPERATION
WITHOUT NAVIGATION SYSTEM (if
so equipped)
Connecting iPodT
To connect an iPodTto the vehicle so that the
iPodTcan be controlled with the audio system
controls and display screen, use the USB jack
located in the center console. Open the protec-
tive cover
s1on the USB jack in the center
console. Then connect the iPodT-specific end of
the cable to the iPodTand the USB end of the
cable to the USB jack on the vehicle. When the
ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position, thebattery of your iPodT(if compatible) is charged
during the connection to the vehicle.
While connected to the vehicle, the iPodTcan
only be operated by the vehicle audio controls.
To disconnect the iPodTfrom the vehicle, remove
the USB end of the cable from the USB jack on
the vehicle, then remove the cable from the
iPodT.
*iPodTis a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in
the U.S. and other countries.
Compatibility
The following models are available:
ciPodTClassic - 1st through 6th generation
ciPodTMini - 1st and 2nd generation
ciPodTNano - 1st through 3rd generation
ciPodTTouch - 1st generation
ciPhoneT- 1st generation
Make sure that your iPodTfirmware is updated.
Audio main operation
Place the ignition switch in the ACC or ON
position. Press the AUX button repeatedly to
switch to the iPodTmode.
If the system has been turned off while the iPodT
was playing, pressing the VOL/ON·OFF control
knob will start the iPodT.
AUX button:
When the AUX button is pressed with the system
off and the iPodTconnected, the system will turn
on. If another audio source is playing and the
iPodTis connected, press the AUX button re-
peatedly until the center display changes to the
iPodTmode.
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