open hood NISSAN MAXIMA 2020 Owner´s Manual

Inside edges, seams and folds on the
doors, hatches and hood are particularly
vulnerable to the effects of road salt. There-
fore, these areas must be cleaned regularly.
Take care that the drain holes in the lower
edge of the door are open. Spray water
under the body and in the wheel wells to
loosen the dirt and wash away road salt.
A damp chamois can be used to dry the
vehicle to avoid water spots.
WAXING
Regular waxing protects the paint surface
and helps retain new vehicle appearance.
Polishing is recommended to remove
built-up wax residue and to avoid a weath-
ered appearance before re-applying wax.
A NISSAN dealer can assist you in choosing
the proper product.∙ Wax your vehicle only af ter a thorough washing. Follow the instructions sup-
plied with the wax.
∙ Do not use a wax containing any abra- sives, cutting compounds or cleaners
that may damage the vehicle finish.
Machine compounding or aggressive pol-
ishing on a base coat/clear coat paint fin-
ish may dull the finish or leave swirl marks.
REMOVING SPOTS
Remove tar and oil spots, industrial dust,
insects, and tree sap as quickly as possible
from the surface of the paint to avoid last-
ing damage or staining. Special cleaning
products are available at a NISSAN dealer
or any automotive accessory store. It is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for these products.
UNDERBODY
In areas where road salt is used in winter, it
is necessary to clean the underbody regu-
larly in order to prevent dirt and salt from
building up and causing the acceleration of
corrosion on the underbody and suspen-
sion. Before the winter period and again in
the spring, the underseal must be checked
and, if necessary, re-treated.
GLASS
When cleaning the rear window, it may be
easier to clean if the high-mounted stop
light (if so equipped) is removed first.
Be careful when removing the high-
mounted stop light (if so equipped) to re-
duce the risk of damaging the high-
mounted stop light wires.
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CLEANING
If your windshield is not clear af ter using
the windshield-washer or if a wiper blade
chatters when running, wax or other mate-
rial may be on the blade or windshield.
Clean the outside of the windshield with a
washer solution or a mild detergent. Your
windshield is clean if beads do not form
when rinsing with clear water.
Clean each blade by wiping it with a cloth
soaked in a washer solution or a mild de-
tergent. Then rinse the blades with clear
water. If your windshield is still not clear
af ter cleaning the blades and using the
wiper, replace the blades.
CAUTION
Worn windshield wiper blades can
damage the windshield and impair
driver vision.
REPLACING
Replace the wiper blades if they are worn.
To replace the windshield wiper blades, fol-
low the procedure below:1. Lif t the wiper arm away from the wind- shield.
2. Push the release tab
B.
3. Move the wiper blade
Adown and re-
move.
4. Insert the new wiper blade onto the wiper arm until it clicks into place.
5. Push wiper on to windshield.
CAUTION
∙ Af ter wiper blade replacement, return the wiper arm to its original position;
otherwise it may be damaged when
the hood is opened.
∙ Make sure the wiper blades contact the glass; otherwise the arms may be
damaged from wind pressure.
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WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES
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If any electrical equipment does not oper-
ate, check for an open fuse.
Fuses are used in the passenger and en-
gine compartment. Spare fuses are pro-
vided and can be found in the passenger
compartment fuse box.
When installing a fuse make sure the fuse is
installed in the fuse box securely.ENGINE COMPARTMENT
WARNING
Never use a fuse of a higher or lower
amperage rating than that specified on
the fuse box cover. This could damage
the electrical system or electronic con-
trol units or cause a fire.If any electrical equipment does not come
on, check for an open fuse.
1. Be sure the ignition switch and the headlight switch are in the OFF posi-
tion.
2. Open the engine hood.
3. Remove the fuse box cover by pushing the tab and lif ting the cover up.
4. Remove the fuse with the fuse puller. The fuse puller is located in the center
of the fuse block in the passenger
compartment.
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FUSES
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secondary latch keeps the hood from
opening when the primary latch is re-
leased.
When driving in areas using road salt or
other corrosive materials, check lubrica-
tion frequently.
Lights*:Clean the headlights on a regular
basis. Make sure that the headlights, stop
lights, tail lights, turn signal lights, and other
lights are all operating properly and in-
stalled securely. Also check headlight aim.
Road wheel nuts (lug nuts)*: When check-
ing the tires, make sure no wheel nuts are
missing, and check for any loose wheel
nuts. Tighten if necessary.
Tire rotation*: Tires should be rotated ev-
ery 7,500 miles (12,000 km).
Tires*: Check the pressure with a gauge
of ten and always prior to long distance
trips. If necessary, adjust the pressure in all
tires, including the spare, to the pressure
specified. Check carefully for damage, cuts
or excessive wear.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
transmitter components: Replace the
TPMS transmitter grommet seal, valve core
and cap when the tires are replaced due to
wear or age.Wheel alignment and balance: If the vehicle
should pull to either side while driving on a
straight and level road, or if you detect un-
even or abnormal tire wear, there may be a
need for wheel alignment. If the steering
wheel or seat vibrates at normal highway
speeds, wheel balancing may be needed.
For additional information regarding tires,
refer to “Important Tire Safety Information”
(US) or “Tire Safety Information” (Canada) in
the Warranty Information Booklet.
Windshield: Clean the windshield on a
regular basis. Check the windshield at least
every six months for cracks or other dam-
age. Have a damaged windshield repaired
by a qualified repair facility. It is recom-
mended that you have a damaged wind-
shield repaired by a NISSAN dealer, or a
NISSAN Certified Collision Center. To locate
a collision center in your area, refer to
http://collision.nissanusa.com.
Windshield wiper blades*: Check for
cracks or wear if they do not wipe properly.
Inside the vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should
be checked on a regular basis, such as
when performing scheduled maintenance,
cleaning the vehicle, etc. Accelerator pedal:
Check the pedal for
smooth operation and make sure the
pedal does not catch or require uneven
effort. Keep the floor mat away from the
pedal.
Brake pedal: Check the pedal for smooth
operation. If the brake pedal suddenly goes
down further than normal, the pedal feels
spongy or the vehicle seems to take longer
to stop, have your vehicle checked imme-
diately. It is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN dealer for this service. Keep the
floor mat away from the pedal.
Brakes: Check that the brakes do not pull
the vehicle to one side when applied.
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) P (Park) position mechanism: On a
fairly steep hill check that the vehicle is held
securely with the shif t lever in the P (Park)
position without applying any brakes.
Parking brake: Check the parking brake
operation regularly. The vehicle should be
securely held on a fairly steep hill with only
the parking brake applied. If the parking
brake needs adjustment, it is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
this service.
Maintenance and schedules9-3

Engine oil...................8-6
Powersteeringfluid............8-11
Windshield-washer fluid .........8-12
F.M.V.S.S. certification label ..........10-11
Foglightswitch................2-54
Foldingrearseat.................1-5
Front air bag system
(See supplemental restraint system) . . . .1-51
Front and rear sonar system .......5-126
Front-door pocket ..............2-64
Front power seat adjustment .........1-3
Frontseats................... .1-2
Fuel Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...............10-2
Fuel economy ...............5 -117
Fuel-filler cap ................3-23
Fuel-filler lid .................3-23
Fuel gauge ..................2-7
Fueloctanerating.............10-6
Fuel recommendation .......10-2,10-4
Loose fuel cap warning .........2-34
Fuelefficientdrivingtips...........5 -116
Fuel-filler door .................3-23
Fuel gauge ....................2-7
Fuses .......................8-19
Fusiblelinks...................8-20
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver ......2-76,2-77,2-79,2-79,2-80
Gascap.....................3-23 Gauge
Engine coolant temperature gauge . .2-6
Fuel gauge ..................2-7
Odometer ..................2-5
Speedometer ..............2-4,2-5
Tachometer .................2-6
Trip odometer .............2-4,2-5
General maintenance .............9-2
Glovebox....................2-65
Gloveboxlock.................2-65
H
Hazard warning flasher switch ........6-2
Headlight and turn signal switch ......2-48
Headlightcontrolswitch...........2-48
Headlights ...................8-23
Headrestraints................. .1-7
Heatedrearseats...............2-57
Heatedseats..................2-56
Heated seat switches ............2-56
Heated steering wheel ............2-58
Heater Heater and air conditioner (automatic)
(if so equipped) ..............4-29
Heater and air conditioner controls . .4-30
Heater operation ..............4-31
Heater and air conditioner (automatic) . .4-29
HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver ......2-76,2-77,2-79,2-79,2-80
Hood ...................... .3-21
Horn.......................2-55 I
Ignition Switch Push-button ignition switch .......5-11
Immobilizer system ..........2-44,5-14
Important vehicle information label . . . .10-11
In-cabinmicrofilter..............8-16
Increasing fuel economy ..........5-117
Indicator NISSAN Intelligent Key® battery discharge
indicator...................5-13
Indicator lights and audible reminders
(See warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders) .................2-8,2-13
Informationdisplay..............2-17
Inside automatic anti-glare mirror .....3-28
Instrument brightness control .......2-53
Instrument

panel .............0-6,2-2
Instrument panel dimmer switch .....2-53
Integrated Dynamics-control Module . .5-125
Intelligent Around View Monitor .......4-11
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) .......5-60
Intelligent Drive Alertness (I-DA) ......5-112
Intelligent Engine Brake (I-EB) .......5-125
Intelligent Forward Collision Warning
(I-FCW) .....................5-101
Intelligent Key system Key operating range ............3-8
Key operation ................3-9
Mechanical key ...............3-3
Remote keyless entry operation ....3-13
Troubleshooting guide ..........3-16
Warning signals ..............3-16
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Intelligent Lane Intervention (I-LI)......5-31
Intelligent Trace Control (I-TC) .......5-125
Interiorlight...................2-74
Interiortrunklidrelease...........3-22
ISOFIX child restraints .............1-25
J
Jumpstarting...............6-9,8-14
K
Key.........................3-2
Key fob battery replacement ........8-21
Keyless entry With Intelligent Key system
(See Intelligent Key system) .......3-13
Keys NISSAN Intelligent Key® ........3-2,3-7
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System
keys......................3-3
L
Labels Air conditioner specification label . . .10-12
C.M.V.S.S. certification label .......10-11
Emission control information label . .10-11
Engine serial number ...........10-11
F.M.V.S.S. certification label ........10-11
Tire and Loading Information label . .10-12
Vehicle identification number (VIN) . .10-10 Vehicle identification number (VIN)
plate.....................10-10
Warning labels (for SRS)
.........1-64
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) .......5-26
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren)System................1-25
License plate Installing the license plate .......10-12
Light Airbagwarninglight........1-64, 2-13
Brakelight(Seestoplight)........8-24
Bulb check/instrument panel ......2-8
Bulb replacement .............8-24
Charge warning light ...........2-10
Console light ................2-75
ExteriorandInteriorlights........8-24
Foglights..................8-23
Foglightswitch..............2-54
Headlight and turn signal switch ....2-48
Headlightcontrolswitch.........2-48
Headlights .................8-23
Interiorlight.................2-74
Lightbulbs.................8-23
Low tire pressure warning light .....2-10
Low windshield-washer fluid warning
light......................2-30
Personal lights ...............2-76
Security indicator light ..........2-15
Spotlights(Seemaplight)........2-75
Trunklight..................2-76
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders ...............2-8,2-13
Lights ......................8-23 Maplights..................2-75
Lock Child safety rear door lock ........3-6Door locks
..................3-4
Gloveboxlock...............2-65
Power door locks ...........3-5,3-6
Trunk lid lock opener lever ........3-22
Loose fuel cap warning ...........2-34
Lowfuelwarninglight.........2-12,2-30
Low tire pressure warning light .......2-10
Low windshield-washer fluid warning
light........................2-30
Luggage
(See vehicle loading information) .....10-13
M
Maintenance General maintenance ...........9-2
Insidethevehicle..............9-3
Maintenance precautions .........8-2
Outsidethevehicle.............9-2
Seat belt maintenance ..........1-19
Under the hood and vehicle .......9-4
Maintenance log ................9-11
Maintenance requirements ..........9-2
Maintenance schedules ............9-7
Maintenance under severe operation
conditions....................9-10
Malfunctionindicatorlight..........2-14
Maplights................... .2-75
Memory Seat ........3-31,3-32,3-33,3-34
Meters and gauges ...............
2-4
Instrument brightness control .....2-53
Mirror Automatic anti-glare inside mirror . .3-28
Outsidemirrorcontrol..........3-29
Outsidemirrors..............3-29
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