key NISSAN MAXIMA 2023 User Guide

TEXT MESSAGING (if so equipped)
Using the Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone
System, a received text message can be
operated on the vehicle information dis-
play as well as on the touch-screen display.
To read/ignore an incoming text
1. When a new text message is received, apop-up window and operation keys will
appear with the sender’s name or phone
number on the vehicle information
display.
2. Use
orto highlight the pre-
ferred item and push OKto select the
item.
Available keys Action
[Read] View or hear the received message.
[Ignore] Ignore the received message.
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To reply to/exit from a text
1. When a new text message is receivedand [Read] is selected, operation keys
are displayed on the vehicle information
display.
2. Use
orto highlight the pre-
ferred item and press the OK button to
select the item.
Available keys Action
[Reply] Available pre-determined messages will be displayed
on the vehicle information display if the steering
switch controls are used. Further operations, such as
voice recognition reply operation, is available when
using the touch-screen display.
[Exit] Ends text message operation and the vehicle infor-
mation display will show the previous screen.
INFO
A cellular phone device must be connected and selected from among other connected
Bluetooth® devices before hands-free operation. The paired phone must be able to
support the Bluetooth® requests for display. For additional information, refer to the sepa-
rate NissanConnect® Owner’s Manual.
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The system helps deter vehicle thef t but
cannot prevent it, nor can it prevent the
thef t of interior or exterior vehicle compo-
nents in all situations. Always secure your
vehicle even if parking for a brief period.
Never leave your Intelligent Key in the ve-
hicle, and always lock the vehicle when un-
attended. Be aware of your surroundings,
and park in secure, well-lit areas whenever
possible.
Many devices offering additional protec-
tion, such as component locks, identifica-
tion markers, and tracking systems, are
available at auto supply stores and spe-
cialty shops. A NISSAN dealer may also offer
such equipment. Check with your insur-
ance company to see if you may be eligible
for discounts for various thef t protection
features.
How to arm the vehicle security
system
1. Close all windows.(The system can be
armed even if the windows are open.)
2. Remove the Intelligent Key from the vehicle. 3. Close all doors, hood and trunk. Lock all
doors. The doors can be locked with the
Intelligent Key or door handle request
switch.
4. Confirm that the
security indicator
light stays on for about 30 seconds. The
vehicle security system is now pre-
armed. The vehicle security system will
automatically shif t into the armed
phase. The
security light begins to
flash once every three seconds. If during
the pre-armed phase one of the follow-
ing occurs, the system will not arm:
• Any door is unlocked with the Intelligent Key or door request switch.
• Ignition switch is placed in ACC or ON position.
• Even when the driver and/or passen-
gers are in the vehicle, the system will
activate with all the doors, hood and
trunk lid locked with the ignition switch
placed in the LOCK position. When plac-
ing the ignition switch in the ACC or ON
position, the system will be released.
Vehicle security system activation
The vehicle security system will give the
following alarm:
• The headlights blink and the horn sounds intermittently but synchronously.
• The alarm automatically turns off af ter a period of time. However, the alarm reacti-
vates if the vehicle is tampered with
again.
The alarm is activated by:
• opening any door or hood without using the Intelligent Key (even if the door is un-
locked by releasing the door inside lock
knob).
How to stop an activated alarm
The alarm stops only by pressing thebutton on the Intelligent Key, or pushing the
request switch on the driver's or passen-
ger's door with the Intelligent Key in range
of the door handle.
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NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEM
The NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System
will not allow the engine to start without
the use of a registered key.
If the engine fails to start using a registered
key (for example, when interference is
caused by another registered key, an auto-
mated toll road device or automatic pay-
ment device on the key ring), restart the
engine using the following procedures:
1. Leave the ignition switch in the ON posi-tion for approximately 5 seconds.
2. Place the ignition switch in the OFF or LOCK position and wait approximately
10 seconds.
3. Repeat steps 1 and 2.
4. Restart the engine while holding the de- vice (which may have caused the inter-
ference) separate from the registered
key.
If the no start condition reoccurs, NISSAN
recommends placing the registered key on
a separate key ring to avoid interference
from other devices.
Never leave these keys in the vehicle. FCC Notice:
For USA:
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-
lowing two conditions: (1) This device
may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interfer-
ence received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
NOTE:
Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's author-
ity to operate the equipment.
For Canada:
This device contains licence-exempt
transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply
with Innovation, Science and Economic
Development Canada’s licence-exempt
RSS(s). Operation is subject to the fol-
lowing two conditions: (1) This device
may not cause interference. (2) This de-
vice must accept any interference, in-
cluding interference that may cause un-
desired operation of the device.
Security indicator light
The security indicator light blinks whenever
the ignition switch is placed in the OFF/
LOCK/ACC position.
This function indicates the NISSAN Vehicle
Immobilizer System is operational.
If the NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System is
malfunctioning, the light will remain on
while the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position.
LIC0474
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If the light still remains on and/or the
engine will not start, seek service for the
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System ser-
vice as soon as possible. Please bring all
registered keys that you have. It is rec-
ommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.
SWITCH OPERATION
The windshield wiper and washer operates
when the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position.
Push the lever down to operate the wiper
at the following speed:
1Intermittent (INT) or (AUTO) — intermit-
tent operation can be adjusted by turn-
ing the knob
OA. Also, the intermittent
operation speed varies in accordance
with the vehicle speed (if so equipped).
(For example, when the vehicle speed is
high, the intermittent operation speed will be faster.) Further, the rain-sensing
auto wiper system (if so equipped) will
adjust the speed of the intermittent
operation. For additional information,
see “Rain-sensing auto wiper system”
(P. 2-44).
2Low (LO) — continuous low speed
operation
3High (HI) — continuous high speed
operation
Push the lever up
O4to have one sweep
operation (MIST) of the wiper.
WIC2748
Type A (if so equipped)
LIC3187
Type B (if so equipped)
WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH
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NOTE:
Autolight activation sensitivity and the
time delay for autolight shutoff can be
adjusted. For additional information, see
“Vehicle information display ” (P. 2-17).
To turn on the autolight system:
1.For Type A: Turn the headlight switch to
the AUTO position
O1.
For Type B: Turn the headlight switch to
the AUTO or
positionO1. 2. Place the ignition switch in the ON
position.
3. The autolight system automatically turns the headlights on and off.
Initially, if the ignition switch is placed in the
OFF position and a door is opened and lef t
open, the headlights remain on for a period
of time. If another door is opened while the
headlights are on, then the timer is reset.
To turn the autolight system off:
For Type A: Turn the headlight switch to
the OFF,
,orposition.
For Type B: Turn the headlight switch to
the
position.
The headlights will turn on automatically at
twilight or in rainy weather (when the wind-
shield wiper is operated continuously).
If the ignition switch is placed in the OFF
position and one of the doors is opened
and this condition is continued, the head-
lights will remain on for 5 minutes. Be sure you do not put anything on top
of the autolight sensor located in the top
side of the instrument panel. The auto-
light sensor 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 vehicle's battery could be-
come discharged.LIC4962
Type B (if so equipped)
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GLOVE BOX
Open the glove box by pulling the handle.
Use the master key when locking or un-
locking the glove box.
WARNING
Keep glove box lid closed while driving
to help prevent injury in an accident or
a sudden stop.
CONSOLE BOX
To open the console box, press up on the
lever
O1and raise the lidO2.
To close, push the lid down until the lock
latches.
OVERHEAD SUNGLASSES
STORAGE
To open the sunglasses holder, push and
release.
Only store one pair of sunglasses in the
holder.
WARNING
Keep the sunglasses holder closed
while driving to avoid obstructing the
driver’s view and to help prevent an
accident.
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3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Keys.............................................3-2NISSAN Intelligent Key® .......................3-2
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System keys ...... 3-3
Doors...........................................3-4
Locking with key .............................3-4
Locking with inside lock knob ................3-5
Locking with power door lock switch .........3-5
Automatic door locks ........................3-5
Child safety rear door lock ....................3-6
NISSAN Intelligent Key® System ..................3-6
Operating range ............................. 3-7
Door locks/unlocks precaution ...............3-8
NISSAN Intelligent Key® Operation ............3-8
How to use the remote keyless entry
function ..................................... 3-12
Warning signals ............................. 3-15
Troubleshooting guide ......................3-15
Remote Engine Start ........................... 3-17
Remote Engine Start operating range .......3-17
Remote starting the vehicle .................3-18
Extending engine run time ..................3-18
Canceling a Remote Engine Start ...........3-18
Conditions the Remote Engine Start will
notwork .................................... 3-19Hood
........................................... 3-20
Trunk lid ........................................ 3-20
Opener operation ........................... 3-21
Interior trunk lid release .....................3-21
Interior trunk access ........................ 3-21
Fuel-filler door .................................. 3-22
Opening the fuel-filler door ..................3-22
Fuel-filler cap ................................ 3-22
Steering wheel ................................. 3-24
Manual operation (if so equipped) ...........3-24
Automatic operation (if so equipped) ........3-25
Sun visors ...................................... 3-26
Vanity mirrors ............................... 3-26
Mirrors ......................................... 3-27
Automatic anti-glare rearview mirror ........3-27
Outside mirrors ............................. 3-28
Memory seat (if so equipped) ...................3-30
Memory storage function (key-link) ..........3-30
Memory storage function (switch) ...........3-31
Entr

y/exit function (if so equipped) ..........3-32
System operation ........................... 3-32

NISSAN INTELLIGENT KEY®
Your vehicle can only be driven with the Intel-
ligent Keys which are registered to your ve-
hicle’s Intelligent Key System components.
Never leave these keys in the vehicle.
As many as four Intelligent Keys can be
registered and used with one vehicle. The
new keys must be registered by a NISSAN
dealer prior to use with the Intelligent KeySystem of your vehicle. Since the registra-
tion process requires erasing all memory in
the Intelligent Key components when reg-
istering new keys, be sure to take all Intelli-
gent Keys that you have to the NISSAN
dealer.
A key number plate is supplied with your
keys. Record the key number and keep it in
a safe place (such as your wallet), not in the
vehicle. If you lose your keys, it is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
duplicates by using the key number.
NISSAN does not record key numbers so it
is very important to keep track of your key
number plate.
A key number is only necessary when you
have lost all keys and do not have one to
duplicate from. If you still have a key, it can be
duplicated without knowing the key number.
CAUTION
Listed below are conditions or occur-
rences which will damage the Intelli-
gent Key:
• Do not allow the Intelligent Key,
which contains electrical compo-
nents, to come into contact with wa-
ter or salt water. This could affect the
system function. •
Do not drop the Intelligent Key.
• Do not strike the Intelligent Key
sharply against another object.
• Do not change or modif y the Intelli-
gent Key.
• Wetting may damage the Intelligent
Key. If the Intelligent Key gets wet,
immediately wipe until it is com-
pletely dry.
• Do not place the Intelligent Key for an
extended period in an area where
temperatures exceed 140°F (60°C).
• Do not attach the Intelligent Key with
a key holder that contains a magnet.
• Do not place the Intelligent Key near
equipment that produces a magnetic
field, such as a TV, audio equipment
and personal computers.
If an Intelligent Key is lost or stolen, NISSAN
recommends erasing the ID code of that
Intelligent Key from the vehicle. This may
prevent the unauthorized use of the Intelli-
gent Key to operate the vehicle. For infor-
mation regarding the erasing procedure, it
is recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer.
LPD2875
1. Intelligent Keys (two sets)
2. Mechanical keys
3. Key number plate (one plate)
KEYS
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Mechanical key
The Intelligent Key contains the mechani-
cal key.
To remove the mechanical key, release the
lock knob on the back of the Intelligent Key.
To install the mechanical key, firmly insert it
into the Intelligent Key until the lock knob
returns to the lock position.
Use the mechanical key to lock or unlock
the driver's door and glove box.
CAUTION
Always carry the mechanical key in-
stalled in the Intelligent Key slot.
For additional information, see “Doors”
(P. 3-4) and “Storage” (P. 2-64).
Valet hand-off
When you have to leave a key with a valet,
give them the Intelligent Key itself and keep
the mechanical key with you to protect
your belongings.
To prevent the glove box from being
opened during valet hand-off, follow the
procedures below.
1. Remove the mechanical key from the Intelligent Key.
2. Lock the glove box with the mechanical key.
3. Hand the Intelligent Key to the valet and keep the mechanical key with you.
For additional information, see “Storage”
(P. 2-64).
NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEM KEYS
Additional or replacement keys:
If you still have a key, the key number is not
necessary when you need extra NISSAN Ve-
hicle Immobilizer System keys. Your existing
key can be duplicated without knowing the
key number. As many as four NISSAN Vehicle
Immobilizer System keys can be used with
one vehicle. You should bring all NISSAN Ve-
hicle Immobilizer System keys that you have
to the NISSAN dealer for registration. This is
because the registration process will erase
the memory of all key codes previously reg-
istered into the NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer
System. Af ter the registration process, these
components will only recognize keys coded
into the NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System
during registration. Any virtual key accesso-
ries (if so equipped) will also have to be rereg-
istered. Any key that is not given to the dealer
at the time of registration will no longer be
able to start your vehicle.
CAUTION
Do not allow the immobilizer system key,
which contains an electrical transpon-
der, to come into contact with water or
salt water. This could affect system
function.
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