ignition NISSAN MAXIMA 2016 A36 / 8.G Owner's Guide

Be sure you do not put anything on top of
the autolight sensor located in the top side
of the instrument panel. The autolight sen-
sor controls the autolight; if it is covered,
the autolight sensor reacts as if it is dark
out and the headlights will illuminate. If
this occurs while parked with the engine off
and the key in the ON position, your vehi-
cle’s battery could become discharged.Headlight beam select
1To select the high beam function, push the
lever forward. The high beam lights come on
and the
light illuminates.
2Pull the lever back to select the low beam.
3Pulling and releasing the lever flashes the
headlight high beams on and off.
Battery saver system
If the ignition switch is placed in the OFF position
while the headlight switch is in the
orposition, the headlights will turn off after
a period of time.
CAUTION
Even though the battery saver feature au-
tomatically turns off the headlights after a
period of time, you should turn the head-
light switch to the OFF position when the
engine is not running to avoid discharging
the vehicle battery.
DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT SYSTEM
The LED portion of the headlights automatically
illuminate at 100% intensity when the engine is
started and the parking brake released. The day-
time running lights operate with the headlight
switch in the OFF position. When you turn the
headlight switch to the
position for full
illumination the LED lights switch from daytime
running lights to the park function.
If the parking brake is applied before the engine is
started, the daytime running lights do not illumi-
nate. The daytime running lights illuminate when
the parking brake is released. The daytime run-
ning lights remain on while the engine is running.
It is necessary at dusk to turn the headlight switch
ON for interior controls and switches to illumi-
nate, as those remain OFF while the switch is in
the OFF position.
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The power outlets are for powering electrical
accessories such as cellular telephones. They
are rated at 12 volt, 120W (10A) maximum.
The power outlets are powered only when the
ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position.
CAUTION
●The outlet and plug may be hot during
or immediately after use. ●
Only certain power outlets are designed
for use with a cigarette lighter unit. Do
not use any other power outlet for an
accessory lighter. See a NISSAN dealer
for additional information.
● Do not use with accessories that exceed
a 12 volt, 120W (10A) power draw.
● Do not use double adapters or more
than one electrical accessory.
● Use power outlets with the engine run-
ning to avoid discharging the vehicle
battery.
● Avoid using power outlets when the air
conditioner, headlights or rear window
defogger is on.
● Before inserting or disconnecting a
plug, be sure the electrical accessory
being used is turned OFF.
● Push the plug in as far as it will go. If
good contact is not made, the plug may
overheat or the internal temperature
fuse may open.
● When not in use, be sure to close the
cap. Do not allow water or any other
liquid to contact the outlet. The extended storage switch is used when ship-
ping the vehicle. It is located in the fuse panel to
the left of the steering wheel on the instrument
panel. If any electrical equipment does not oper-
ate, ensure the extended storage switch is
pushed fully in place, as shown.
Console Box
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EXTENDED STORAGE SWITCH
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CONSOLE BOX
To open the console box, press in on the lever1
and raise the lid2.
To close, push the lid down until the lock latches.
POWER WINDOWS
WARNING
● Make 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.
● Do 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.
● Do not leave children or adults who
would normally require the assistance
of others alone in your vehicle. Pets
should also not be left alone. They
could accidentally injure themselves or
others through inadvertent operation of
the vehicle. Also, on hot, sunny days,
temperatures in a closed vehicle could
quickly become high enough to cause
severe or possibly fatal injuries to
people or animals. The power windows operate when the ignition
switch is placed in the ON position, or for a
period of time after the ignition switch is placed in
the OFF position. If the driver’s or passenger’s
door is opened during this period of time, the
power to the windows is canceled.
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Rear power window switch
The rear power window switches open or close
only the corresponding windows. To open the
window, push the switch to the first detent and
continue to hold it down until the desired window
position is reached
1. To close the window, pull
the switch to the first detent and continue to hold
up until the desired window position is reached
2.
Locking passengers’ windows
When the window lock switch is depressed, only
the driver’s 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, push the window switch down to the
second detent and release it; it need not be held.
The window automatically 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. To stop the
window, push the switch down while the window
is closing.
Auto-reverse function
If the control unit detects something caught in an
automatic operation window as it is closing, the
window will be immediately lowered.
The auto-reverse function may be activated when
the window is closed by automatic operation
when the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position or for a period of time after the ignition
switch is placed in 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 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.
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If the windows do not close
automatically
If the power window automatic function (closing
only) does not operate properly, perform the fol-
lowing procedure to initialize the power window
system.1. Place the ignition switch in the ON position.
2. Close the door.
3. Open the window more than halfway by operating the power window switch.
4. Pull the power window switch and hold it to close the window, and then hold the switch
for more than 3 seconds after the window is
closed completely.
5. Release the power window switch. Operate the window by automatic function to confirm
the initialization is complete.
6. Perform steps 2 through 5 above for other windows.
If the power window automatic function does not
operate properly after performing the above pro-
cedure, have your vehicle checked by a NISSAN
dealer.
POWER MOONROOF
The moonroof will only operate when the ignition
switch is placed in the ON position. The power
moonroof is operational for a period of time, even
if the ignition switch is placed in the ACC or OFF
position. If the driver’s door or the front passen-
ger’s door is opened during this period of time,
the power to the moonroof is canceled.
Sliding the moonroof
To fully open the moonroof, push the switch to-
ward
1.
To fully close the moonroof, push the switch
toward
2. To open or close the moonroof part way, push the
switch in any direction while the moonroof is
sliding to stop it in the desired position.
Tilting the moonroof
Close the moonroof by pushing the switch to-
ward
2. Release the switch, then push the
switch toward
2again to tilt the moonroof up.
To tilt the moonroof down, push the switch to-
ward
1.
WARNING
● In an accident you could be thrown from
the vehicle through an open moonroof.
Always use seat belts and child
restraints.
● Do not allow anyone to stand up or
extend any portion of their body out of
the moonroof opening while the vehicle
is in motion or while the moonroof is
closing.
CAUTION
● Remove water drops, snow, ice or sand
from the moonroof before opening.
● Do not place heavy objects on the
moonroof or surrounding area.
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MOONROOF (if so equipped)
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Auto-reverse function (when closing or
tilting down the moonroof)
The auto-reverse function can be activated when
the moonroof is closed or tilted down by auto-
matic operation when the ignition switch is
placed in the ON position or for a period of time
after the ignition switch is placed in 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 moonroof
occurs.
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 moonroof.
When closing
If the control unit detects something caught in the
moonroof as it moves to the front, the moonroof
will immediately open backward. When tilting down
If the control unit detects something caught in the
moonroof as it tilts down, the moonroof will im-
mediately tilt up.
If the auto-reverse function malfunctions and re-
peats opening or tilting up the moonroof, keep
pushing the tilt down switch within 5 seconds
after it happens; the moonroof will fully close
gradually. Make sure nothing is caught in the
moonroof.
Sunshade
Open and close the sunshade by sliding it for-
ward or backward.
If the moonroof does not close
Have a NISSAN dealer check and repair the
moonroof.
POWER MOONROOF
The moonroof will only operate when the ignition
switch is in the ON position. The power moonroof
is operational for a period of time, even if the
ignition switch is placed in the ACC or OFF
position. If the driver’s door or the front passen-
ger’s door is opened during this period of time,
the power to the moonroof is canceled.
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Sliding the moonroof
To slide the moonroof:● To fully open the moonroof, push the switch
1toward the open position until it reaches
the second detent. If the switch
1is
pushed to the first detent, only the sunshade
will open.
● To fully close the moonroof, push the switch
2toward the close position until it reaches
the second detent. If the switch
2is
pushed to the first detent, the moonroof will
close but the sunshade will remain open.
● To open or close the moonroof part way,
release the switch
1or2while the moon-
roof is sliding open or closed. The moonroof
will stop at the desired position.
Tilting the moonroof
To tilt the moonroof:
● To tilt the moonroof up, push and release the
tilt switch
3. When the moonroof is open, it
will automatically close and then tilt up.
● To tilt the moonroof down, push and release
the tilt switch
3or push the switch2
toward the close position until it reaches the
first detent. ●
To tilt the moonroof down and close the
sunshade at the same time, push the switch
2to the close position until it reaches the
second detent.
Auto-reverse function (when closing or
tilting down the moonroof)
The auto-reverse function can be activated when
the moonroof is closed or tilted down by auto-
matic operation when the ignition switch is
placed in the ON position or for a period of time
after the ignition switch is placed in the OFF
position. Depending on the environment or
driving conditions, the auto-reverse func-
tion may be activated if an impact or load
similar to something being caught in the
moonroof occurs.
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 moonroof.
When closing
If the control unit detects something caught in the
moonroof as it moves to the front, the moonroof
will immediately open backward. When tilting down
If the control unit detects something caught in the
moonroof as it tilts down, the moonroof will im-
mediately tilt up.
If the auto-reverse function malfunctions and re-
peats opening or tilting up the moonroof, keep
pushing the tilt down switch within 5 seconds
after it happens; the moonroof will fully close
gradually. Make sure nothing is caught in the
moonroof.
WARNING
●
In an accident you could be thrown from
the vehicle through an open moonroof.
Always use seat belts and child
restraints.
● Do not allow anyone to stand up or
extend any portion of their body out of
the moonroof opening while the vehicle
is in motion or while the moonroof is
closing.
CAUTION
● Remove water drops, snow, ice or sand
from the moonroof before opening.
● Do not place heavy objects on the
moonroof or surrounding area.
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Sunshade
To open the sunshade:● To fully open the sunshade, push the switch
1toward the open position until it reaches
the first detent.
● To fully open the sunshade and the moon-
roof together, push the switch
1toward the
open position until it reaches the second
detent. To close the sunshade:
● To fully close the sunshade, push the switch
2toward the close position until it reaches
the second detent.
● Pushing the switch
2to the first detent will
close the moonroof only.
If the moonroof does not close
Have a NISSAN dealer check and repair the
moonroof.
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.● To raise the sun shade, push the upper side
of the switch
1.
● To lower the sun shade, push the lower side
of the switch
2.
● The switch need not be held down.
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CAUTION
●Do 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.
● Do not push the sun shade arm with
your hands, etc., as this may deform it.
Improper operation or damage to the
screen may result. ●
Do not hang any object on the arm rail
as this may result in improper operation
or damage the screen.
● Do not forcefully pull the screen. Doing
so may elongate the screen. Improper
operation or damage to the screen may
result.
● To avoid personal injury, keep your
hands, fingers and head away from the
sun shade arm, arm rail and screen inlet
port.
● Do not allow children near the rear sun
shade system. They could be injured.
● Do not pull or push the rear sun shade.
This could cause improper operation or
damage it.
1The interior light can be turned ON regard-
less of door position. The light will go off after
a period of time unless the ignition switch is
placed in the ON position when any door is
opened.
2The interior lights can be set to operate
when the doors are opened. To turn off the
interior lights when a is door open, push the
switch; the interior lights will not illuminate,
regardless of door position.
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The lights will go off when the ignition switch
is placed in the ON position, or the driver’s
door is closed and locked. The lights will
also go off after a period of time when the
doors are open.
NOTE:
The step lights illuminate when the driver
and passenger doors are opened regard-
less of the interior light switch position.
These lights will turn off automatically after
a period of time while doors are open to
prevent the battery from becoming dis-
charged.
CAUTION
Do not use for extended periods of time
with the engine stopped. This could result
in a discharged battery.
CONSOLE LIGHT
The console light will turn on whenever the park-
ing lights or headlights are illuminated.
The console light brightness can be adjusted
with the illumination brightness control in the
vehicle information display.
PERSONAL LIGHTS
To turn the rear personal lights on, push the
switch. To turn them off, push the switch again.
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