heater NISSAN MAXIMA 2023 User Guide

•The life expectancy of the factory-fill
coolant is 105,000 miles (168,000 km)
or 7 years. Mixing any other type of
coolant other than Genuine NISSAN
Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) (or
equivalent coolant), including Genuine
NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant
(green), or the use of non-distilled wa-
ter may reduce the life expectancy of
the factory-fill coolant. For additional
information, see the “Maintenance
and schedules” section of this manual.
CHECKING ENGINE COOLANT
LEVEL
Check the coolant level in the reservoir
when the engine is cold. If the coolant
level is below the MIN level
OB, add coolant
to the MAX level
OA. If the reservoir is empty,
check the coolant level in the radiator
when the engine is cold. If there is insuffi-
cient coolant in the radiator, fill the radiator
with coolant up to the filler opening and
also add it to the reservoir up to the MAX
level
OA. This vehicle contains Genuine NISSAN Long
Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue). The life ex-
pectancy of the factory-fill coolant is
105,000 miles (168,000 km) or 7 years. Mixing
any other type of coolant or the use of
non-distilled water will reduce the life ex-
pectancy of the factory-fill coolant. For ad-
ditional information, see the “Maintenance
and schedules” section of this manual.
If the cooling system frequently requires
coolant, it is recommended that you visit
a NISSAN dealer for this service.
For additional information on the location
of the engine coolant reservoir, see “Engine
compartment check locations” (P. 8-3).
CHANGING ENGINE COOLANT
A NISSAN dealer can change the engine
coolant. The service procedure can be
found in the NISSAN Service Manual.
Improper servicing can result in reduced
heater performance and engine over-
heating.
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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.
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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
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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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