lock NISSAN MAXIMA 2023 Owners Manual

When performing any inspection or main-
tenance work on your vehicle, always take
care to prevent serious accidental injury to
yourself or damage to the vehicle. The fol-
lowing are general precautions which
should be closely observed.
WARNING
• Park the vehicle on a level surface,
apply the parking brake securely and
block the wheels to prevent the ve-
hicle from moving. Move the shif t le-
ver to P (Park).
• Be sure the ignition switch is in the
OFF or LOCK position when perform-
ing any parts replacement or repairs.
• If you must work with the engine run-
ning, keep your hands, clothing, hair
and tools away from moving fans,
belts and any other moving parts.
• It is advisable to secure or remove
any loose clothing and remove any
jewelry, such as rings, watches, etc.
before working on your vehicle.
• Always wear eye protection when-
ever you work on your vehicle. •
Your vehicle is equipped with an au-
tomatic engine cooling fan. It may
come on at any time without
warning, even if the ignition switch is
in the OFF position and the engine is
not running. To avoid injury, always
disconnect the negative battery
cable before working near the fan.
• If you must run the engine in an en-
closed space such as a garage, be
sure there is proper ventilation for
exhaust gases to escape.
• Never get under the vehicle while it is
supported only by a jack. If it is nec-
essary to work under the vehicle,
support it with safety stands.
• Keep smoking materials, flame and
sparks away from the fuel tank and
battery.
• On gasoline engine models, the fuel
filter or fuel lines should be serviced.
It is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN dealer for this service be-
cause the fuel lines are under high
pressure even when the engine is off.
CAUTION
• Do not work under the hood while
the engine is hot. Turn the engine off
and wait until it cools down.
• Avoid contact with used engine oil
and coolant. Improperly disposed
engine oil, engine coolant and/or
other vehicle fluids can damage the
environment. Always conform to lo-
cal regulations for disposal of vehicle
fluid.
• Never leave the engine or the trans-
mission related component harness
connector disconnected while the ig-
nition switch is in the ON position.
• Never connect or disconnect the bat-
tery or any transistorized compo-
nent while the ignition switch is in
the ON position.
This “Do-it-yourself ” section gives instruc-
tions regarding only those items which are
relatively easy for an owner to perform.
A Genuine NISSAN service manual is also
available. For additional information, see
“Owner's Manual/Service Manual order in-
formation” (P. 10-23).
MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS
8-2Do-it-yourself

Engine oil and filter
1. Place a large drain pan under the drainplug and oil filter.
2. Remove the oil filler cap.
3. Remove the drain plug with a wrench by turning it counterclockwise and com-
pletely drain the oil.
CAUTION
Be careful not to burn yourself, as the
engine oil is hot.
WARNING
• Prolonged and repeated contact
with used engine oil may cause skin
cancer.
• Try to avoid direct skin contact with
used oil. If skin contact is made, wash
thoroughly with soap or hand
cleaner as soon as possible.
• Keep used engine oil out of reach of
children.
4.
Loosen the oil filter with an oil filter
wrench by turning it counterclockwise.
Remove the oil filter by turning it by hand.
5. Wipe the engine oil filter mounting sur- face with a clean rag.
CAUTION
Be sure to remove any old gasket ma-
terial remaining on the sealing surface
of the engine. Failure to do so could
lead to an oil leak and engine damage.
• The dipstick must be inserted in
place to prevent oil spillage from the
dipstick hole when filling the engine
with oil.
6. Coat the gasket on the new filter with clean engine oil.
7. Screw in the oil filter clockwise until a slight resistance is felt, then tighten addi-
tionally more than 2/3 turn.
Oil filter tightening torque: 11 to 15 f t-lb (14.7 to 20.6 N·m)
8. Clean and re-install the drain plug with a new washer. Securely tighten the drain
plug with a wrench. Do not use exces-
sive force.
Drain plug tightening torque: 22 to 29 f t-lb (29.4 to 39.2 N·m) 9. Refill the engine with the recommended
oil through the oil filler opening, and in-
stall the oil filler cap securely.
For additional information about drain and
refill capacity, see “Recommended fluids/
lubricants and capacities” (P. 10-2). The
drain and refill capacity depends on the oil
temperature and drain time. Use these
specifications for reference only. Always
use the dipstick to determine the proper
amount of oil in the engine.
10. Start the engine and check for leakage around the drain plug and the oil filter.
Correct as required. Turn the engine off
and wait more than 15 minutes. Check
the oil level with the dipstick. Add en-
gine oil if necessary.
Af ter the operation
1. Reinstall engine protectors in reverse or-
der of removal.
2.
Lower the vehicle carefully to the ground.
3. Reset oil and oil filter maintenance re- minder. For additional information, see
“Vehicle information display” (P. 2-17).
• Dispose of waste oil and filter properly.
• Check your local regulations.
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1. Crankshaf t pulley
2. Drive belt automatic tensioner pulley
3. Generator pulley
4. Air conditioner compressor pulley
WARNING
Be sure the ignition switch is placed in
the OFF or LOCK position before servic-
ing drive belt. The engine could rotate
unexpectedly. 1. Visually inspect the belt for signs of un-
usual wear, cuts, fraying or looseness. If
the belt is in poor condition or is loose,
have it replaced or adjusted. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer
for this service.
2. Have the belt checked regularly for con- dition and tension in accordance with
the maintenance schedule found in the
“Maintenance and schedules” section of
this manual.
REPLACING SPARK PLUGS
Iridium-tipped spark plugs
It is not necessary to replace iridium-
tipped
OAspark plugs as frequently as con-
ventional type spark plugs because they
last much longer. Follow the maintenance
log shown in the “Maintenance and sched-
ules” section of this manual. Do not service
iridium-tipped spark plugs by cleaning or
regapping.
• Always replace spark plugs with rec-
ommended or equivalent ones.
LDI2131SDI1895
DRIVE BELT SPARK PLUGS
8-16Do-it-yourself

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 head- light switch are in the OFF position.
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.
LDI2385LDI2636
FUSES
8-20Do-it-yourself

Outside the vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should
be performed from time to time, unless
otherwise specified.
Doors and engine hood:
Check that the
doors and engine hood operate properly.
Also ensure that all latches lock securely. Lu-
bricate hinges, latches, latch pins, rollers and
links if necessary. Make sure that the sec-
ondary latch keeps the hood from opening
when the primary latch is released.
When driving in areas using road salt or
other corrosive materials, check lubrica-
tion frequently.
Check that the gas stays or struts properly
and securely hold the hood, trunk, or rear
hatch fully open. If the hood, trunk, or rear
hatch is not held open, have the gas stays
or struts replaced.
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*:
Rotate tires at the specified
interval shown in the maintenance
schedule.
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)
tire pressure sensor: It is recommended
that you replace the TPMS tire pressure
sensor assembly when the tires are re-
placed 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 uneven 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
Maintenance and schedules9-3

immediately. 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.
C
ontinuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
P (Park) position mechanism:On a fairly
steep hill check that the vehicle is held se-
curely with the shif t lever in the P (Park)
position without applying any brakes.
Parking brake:
Check the parking brake op-
eration regularly. The vehicle should be se-
curely held on a fairly steep hill with only the
parking brake applied. If the parking brake
needs adjustment, it is recommended that
you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
Seats: Check seat position controls such
as seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc., to
ensure they operate smoothly and all
latches lock securely in every position.
Check that the head restraints/headrests
move up and down smoothly and the locks
(if so equipped) hold securely in all latched
positions.
Seat belts: Check that all parts of the seat
belt system (for example, buckles, anchors,
adjusters and retractors) operate properly
and smoothly, and are installed securely. Check the belt webbing for cuts, fraying,
wear or damage.
Steering wheel:
Check for changes in the
steering system, such as excessive free
play, hard steering or strange noises.
Warning lights and chimes: Make sure all
warning lights and chimes are operating
properly.
Windshield defroster: Check that the air
comes out of the defroster outlets properly
and in sufficient quantity when operating
the heater or air conditioner.
Windshield wiper and washer*: Check
that the wipers and washer operate prop-
erly and that the wipers do not streak.Under the hood and vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should
be checked periodically (for example, each
time you check the engine oil or refuel).
Battery* (for maintenance free batter-
ies): This vehicle is equipped with a sealed
maintenance free battery. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
service.
NOTE:
Care should be taken to avoid situations
that can lead to potential battery dis-
charge and potential no-start conditions
such as:
1. Installation or extended use of elec- tronic accessories that consume bat-
tery power when the engine is not
running (Phone chargers, GPS, DVD
players, etc.).
2. Vehicle is not driven regularly and/or only driven short distances.
In these cases, the battery may need to
be charged to maintain battery health.
Brake fluid level*: Make sure that the brake
fluid level is between the MAX and MIN lines
on the reservoir.
Engine coolant level*: Check the coolant
level when the engine is cold.
Engine drive belts*: Make sure the drive
belts are not frayed, worn, cracked or oily.
Engine oil level*: Check the level af ter
parking the vehicle on a level spot and
turning off the engine. Wait more than 15
minutes for the oil to drain back into the oil
pan.
9-4Maintenance and schedules

ENGINE
Model3.5L 6 cylinder (VQ35DE engine model)
Type Gasoline, 4-cycle, DOHC
Cylinder arrangement 6-cylinder, V-block, Slanted at 60°
Bore x Stroke Metric measure 95.5 mm x 81.4 mm
US measure 3.760 in x 3.205 in
Displacement Metric measure 3,498 cm
3
US measure213.45 cu in
Firing order 1–2–3–4–5–6
Idle speed
No adjustment is necessary.
CVT in N (Neutral) position
Ignition timing (degree B.T.D.C. at idle speed)
CO%atidle
Spark plug
FXE22HR11
Spark plug gap (Nominal) Metric measure 1.1 mm
US measure 0.043 in
Camshaf t operation Timing chain
This spark ignition system complies with the Canadian standard ICES-002.
SPECIFICATIONS
Technical and consumer information10-9

11 Index
A
Activenoisecancellation...........5-125Active sound enhancement .......5-125
ActiveRideControl(ARC)............5 -119
Air bag (See supplemental restraint
system) ........................ .1-41
Air bag system ...................1-49
Front (See supplemental front impact
air bag system) .................1-49
Air bag warning light, supplemental . . . .1-62
Airbagwarninglight.............. .1-62
Air cleaner housing filter .............8-17
Air cleaner .......................8-17
Air conditioner ....................4-30
Air conditioner operation ..........4-30
Air conditioner specification label . . .10-13
Air conditioner system refrigerant and
oil recommendations .........10-2,10-8
Air conditioner system refrigerant
recommendations ...........10-2,10-8
Heater and air conditioner (automatic)
(if so equipped) .................4-29
Heater and air conditioner controls . .4-30
Servicing air conditioner ..........4-33
Alarm system (See vehicle security
system) .........................2-40
Anchor point locations ..............1-26
Antenna ........................4-33
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) .......5-114
Antifreeze ......................5-124 Armrests........................
.1-6
Autolightswitch...................2-47
Automatic anti-glare inside mirror .....3-27
Automatic door locks ...............3-5
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
with Pedestrian Detection ...........5-85
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) . . .2-12
Automatic.......................2-71 Automaticpowerwindowswitch....2-71
B
Battery replacement ...............8-22
Keyfob.......................8-22
NISSAN Intelligent Key® ...........8-22
Battery ........................5-124 Charge warning light .............2-10
Before starting the engine ...........5-14
Belt(Seedrivebelt) ................8-16
Blind Spot Warning (BSW) ............5-37
Booster seats ................... .1-38
Brake Assist .....................5 -115
Brakefluid.......................8-12
Brake system ....................5 -113
Brake..........................5 -114
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) .....5-114
Brakefluid.....................8-12
Brakelight(Seestoplight).........8-25
Brake system ..................5 -113
Brakewarninglight...............2-9 Brakewearindicators ........2-16,8-19
Parking brake operation
..........5-22
Self-adjustingbrakes.............8-19
Brakes..........................8-19
Break-in schedule ................5-109
Brightness control .................2-52
Instrument panel ...............2-52
Bulb check/instrument panel .........2-9
Bulb replacement .................8-25
C
C.M.V.S.S. certification label ..........10-12
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants....................10-2
Car phone or CB radio ..............4-34
Cargo (See vehicle loading
information).....................10-15
Check tire pressure ................2-30
Childrestraints................... .1-19
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers
forCHildren)System .............1-23
Precautions on child
restraints..............1-28, 1-34, 1-38
Top tether strap anchor point
locations..................... .1-26
Child safety rear door lock ............3-6
Cleaningexteriorandinterior .........7-2
Climatecontrolseatswitch..........2-54
Cold weather driving ..............5-124

Console box......................2-66
Console light ......................2-76
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) ............................5-16
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) fluid ......................8-11
Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT) ...............5-16
Transmission shif t selector lock
release........................5-20
Control panel and vehicle information
displayinteraction .................2-33
Controls.........................4-30 Heater and air conditioner controls. . .4-30
Coolant..........................10-2 Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ..................10-2
Changing engine coolant ...........8-5
Checking engine coolant level .......8-5
Engine coolant temperature gauge . . .2-5
Corrosionprotection ................7-9
Cupholders......................2-67
D
Daytime Running Light System ........2-51
Defrosterswitch...................2-45 Rear window and outside mirror
defrosterswitch.................2-45
Dimensions and weights ............10-10
Dimmer switch for instrument panel . . .2-52
Display ..........................2-17 Informationdisplay...............2-17 Door locks
........................3-4
Drivebelt ........................8-16
Drive Mode Selector ................5-22
Drive Sport Mode Selector ...........5-22
Drivingthevehicle..................5-16
Driving .........................5-124 Cold weather driving .............5-124
Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT) ...............5-16
Precautions when starting and
driving.........................5-4
Dynamic driver assistance switch ......2-58
E
Eco Drive Report....................2-7
Economy - fuel ....................5 -111
Emergency call (SOS) button ..........2-59
Emergency engine shutoff ...........5-13
Emission control information label .....10-12
Emission control system warranty . . . .10-20
Engine coolant temperature gauge .....2-5
Engine ..........................5-14
Before starting the engine ..........5-14
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ..................10-2
Changing engine coolant ...........8-5
Changing engine oil filter ...........8-7
Changing engine oil ...............8-7
Checking engine coolant level .......8-5
Checking engine oil level ...........8-6
Engine compartment check
locations .......................8-3 Engine coolant temperature gauge . . .2-5
Engine cooling system
.............8-4
Engine oil and oil filter
recommendation ............10-2,10-7
Engine oil pressure warning light .....2-10
Engine oil viscosity ...............10-7
Engine oil .......................8-6
Engine serial number .............10-12
Engine specifications .............10-9
Starting the engine ...............5-14
EventDatarecorders...............10-22
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) ........5-4
Explanation of maintenance items ......9-2
Explanation of scheduled maintenance
items........................... .9-5
Extended storage switch ............2-63
Eyeglasscase.....................2-66
F
F.M.V.S.S. certification label ...........10-12
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher
switch)...........................6-2
Flattire...........................6-3
Floor mat positioning aid .............7-8
Fluid............................8-12 Brakefluid......................8-12
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ..................10-2
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) fluid ......................8-11
Engine coolant ...................8-4
Engine oil .......................8-6
11-2

Powersteeringfluid...............8-11
Windshield-washer fluid...........8-12
Foglightswitch ...................2-53
Foldingrearseat................... .1-5
Front air bag system (See supplemental
restraint system) ...................1-49
Front and rear sonar system .........5-119
Front power seat adjustment ..........1-3
Frontseats....................... .1-2
Front-door pocket .................2-64
Fuelefficientdrivingtips.............5 -110
Fuel gauge ........................2-6
Fuel-filler door .....................3-22
Fuel.............................10-2 Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ..................10-2
Fuel economy ...................5 -111
Fuel gauge ......................2-6
Fueloctanerating................10-6
Fuel recommendation .........10-2,10-4
Fuel-filler cap ...................3-22
Fuel-filler lid ....................3-22
Loose fuel cap warning ............2-27
Fuses ...........................8-20
Fusiblelinks ......................8-21
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink®
Universal Transceiver ...............2-77
Gascap.........................3-22 Gauge
...........................2-5
Engine coolant temperature gauge . . .2-5
Fuel gauge ......................2-6
Odometer ......................2-4
Speedometer ....................2-4
Tachometer .....................2-5
Trip odometer ...................2-4
General maintenance ................9-2
Gloveboxlock ....................2-66
Glovebox........................2-66
H
Hazard warning flasher switch .........6-2
Headrestraints.................... .1-7
Headlight and turn signal switch .......2-46
Headlightcontrolswitch.............2-46
Headlights.......................8-24
Heatedmirrors....................3-29
Heatedrearseats..................2-56
Heated seat switches ...............2-55
Heatedseats.....................2-54
Heated steering wheel ..............2-57
Heater and air conditioner (automatic) . .4-29
Heater..........................4-29 Heater and air conditioner (automatic)
(if so equipped) ..................4-29
Heater and air conditioner controls. . .4-30
Heater operation .................4-31
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver ......2-77
Hood ...........................3-20
Horn............................2-53
I
Ignition Switch ....................5-10
Push-button ignition switch ........5-10
Immobilizer system ................2-42
Important vehicle information label . . . .10-12
In-cabinmicrofilter.................8-17
Increasing fuel economy ............5-111
Indicator lights and audible reminders
(See warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders) ....................... .2-8
Indicator.........................5-13 NISSAN Intelligent Key® battery
discharge indicator ...............5-13
Inside automatic anti-glare mirror ......3-27
Instrument brightness control ........2-52
Instrument panel dimmer switch ......2-52
Instrument panel ...................0-6
Integrated Dynamics-control Module . . .5-118
Intelligent Around View® Monitor .......4-11
Intelligent Cruise Control ............5-56
Intelligent Drive Alertness (I-DA) .......5-107
Intelligent Engine Brake (I-EB) .........5-118
Intelligent Forward Collision Warning
(I-FCW)..........................5-96
Intelligent Key system ................3-7
Key operating range ...............3-7
Key operation ....................3-8
Mechanical key ...................3-3
Remote keyless entry operation .....3-12
Troubleshooting guide ............3-15
Warning signals ..................3-15
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