instrument panel NISSAN MAXIMA 2023 Owner's Guide

OPENER OPERATION
To open the trunk lid, push the opener
switch.
To close the trunk lid, lower and push the
trunk lid down securely.
NOTE:
You can open the trunk lid with the Intel-
ligent Key. For additional information,
see “NISSAN Intelligent Key®” (P. 3-2).
INTERIOR TRUNK LID RELEASE
WARNING
Closely supervise children when they
are around cars to prevent them from
playing and becoming locked in the
trunk where they could be seriously in-
jured. Keep the car locked, with the rear
seatback and trunk lid securely latched
when not in use, and prevent children's
access to car keys. The interior trunk lid release mechanism
provides a means of escape for children
and adults in the event they become
locked inside the trunk.
To open the trunk from the inside, pull the
illuminated release handle until the lock re-
leases and push up on the trunk lid. The
release handle is made of a material that
glows in the dark af ter a brief exposure to
ambient light.
The handle is located inside the trunk com-
partment on the interior of the trunk lid.
INTERIOR TRUNK ACCESS
The trunk can be accessed from the pas-
senger side of the rear seat.
1. Move the front passenger seat to the
most forward position.
2. Open the access cover on the rear par- cel shelf.
3. Push down on the button on the rear parcel shelf.
4.
Fold down the passenger’s side seatback.
For additional information, see “Seats” (P. 1-2).
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Instrument panel
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Pre-driving checks and adjustments3-21

OPERATING TIPS
The sunload sensor, located on the top
center of the instrument panel, helps the
system maintain a constant temperature.
Do not put anything on or around this
sensor.• When the climate system is in automatic
operation and the engine coolant tem-
perature and outside air temperature
are low, the air flow outlet may default to
defroster mode for a maximum of 2 min-
utes 30 seconds. This is not a malfunc-
tion. Af ter the engine coolant tempera-
ture warms up, the air flow outlet will
return to foot mode and operation will
continue normally.
• When the outside and interior cabin tem- peratures are moderate to high, the in-
take setting may default to turn off air
recirculation to allow fresh air into the
passenger compartment. You may no-
tice air flow from the foot mode, bi-level
mode or side demist vent outlets for a
maximum of 15 seconds. This may occur
when the previous climate setting was
turned off. This is not a malfunction. Af ter
the initial warm air is expelled, the intake
will return to automatic control, the air
flow outlet will return to previous settings,
and operation will continue normally. To
exit, press any climate control button.
•
Keep the moonroof (if so equipped) closed
while the air conditioner is in operation.
• If you feel that the air flow mode you have selected and the outlets the air is coming
out do not match, select the
mode.
• When you change the air flow mode, you may feel air flow from the foot outlets for
just a moment. This is not a malfunction.
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4-32Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems

I-LI SYSTEM OPERATION
1Lane Departure Warning (LDW) indica-
tor (orange/green)
2Dynamic driver assistance switch The I-LI system operates above approxi-
mately 37 mph (60 km/h). When the vehicle
approaches either the lef t or the right side
of the traveling lane, the steering wheel will
vibrate and the LDW indicator (orange) on
the instrument panel will blink to alert the
driver. Then, the I-LI system will automati-
cally apply the brakes for a short period of
time to help assist the driver to return the
vehicle to the center of the traveling lane.
To turn on the I-LI system, push the dy-
namic driver assistance switch af ter start-
ing the engine/motor. The LDW indicator
(green) on the instrument panel will illumi-
nate. Push the dynamic driver assistance
switch again to turn off the I-LI system. The
LDW indicator (green) will turn off.
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HOW TO ENABLE/DISABLE THE I-LI
SYSTEMThe I-LI system can be turned on or off
using the dynamic driver assistance switch
on the instrument panel or “Settings” in the
vehicle information display.When the system is off, the indicator light
on the dynamic driver assistance switch
O1turns off and the LDW indicator (green)
turns off.
Using dynamic driver assistance switch:
To turn on the I-LI system, push the dy-
namic driver assistance switch on the in-
strument panel af ter starting the engine.
The LDW indicator (green) on the vehicle
information display will appear.
Push the dynamic driver assistance switch
again to turn off the I-LI system.
The LDW indicator (green) on the vehicle
information display will turn off.
The I-LI system will be automatically turned
off when the engine is turned off.
Using “Settings” in the vehicle informa-
tion display:
1. Af ter starting the engine, press the
buttons until “Settings” displays in the ve-
hicle information display and then press
the OK button. Use the
button to
select “Driver Assistance.” Then press the
OK button.
2. Select “Lane” and press the OK button.
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3. Select “Lane Departure Prevention” andpress the OK button to turn the system
on or off.
Using “Driving Aids” screen in the vehicle
information display:
1. Use the
buttons on the steering
wheel to scroll to the Driving Aids screen.
2. Press the OK button to access the Driv- ing Aids menu.
3. Select “Lane” and press the OK button until “Lane Prevent” is displayed.
4. Press the
buttons to return to the
Driving Aids screen.
To turn on the the I-LI system push the
Dynamic Driver Assistance switch on
the instrument panel af ter starting the
engine.
I-LI SYSTEM LIMITATIONS
WARNING
Listed below are the system limitations
for the I-LI system. Failure to follow the
warnings and instructions for proper
use of the I-LI system could result in
serious injury or death. •
The I-LI system may activate if you
change lanes without first activating
your turn signal or, for example, if a
construction zone directs traffic to
cross an existing lane marker. If this
occurs you may need to apply correc-
tive steering to complete your lane
change.
• Because the I-LI may not activate un-
der the road, weather, and lane
marker conditions described in this
section, it may not activate every
time your vehicle begins to leave its
lane and you will need to apply cor-
rective steering.
• When the I-LI system is operating,
avoid excessive or sudden steering
maneuvers. Otherwise, you could
lose control of the vehicle.
• The I-LI system will not operate at
speeds below approximately 37 mph
(60 km/h) or if it cannot detect lane
markers.
• Do not use the I-LI system under the
following conditions as it may not
function properly:
– During bad weather (rain, fog,
snow, etc.). –
When driving on slippery roads,
such as on ice or snow.
– When driving on winding or un-
even roads.
– When there is a lane closure due to
road repairs.
– When driving in a makeshif t or
temporary lane.
– When driving on roads where the
lane width is too narrow.
–
When driving without normal tire conditions (for example, tire wear,
low tire pressure, installation of
spare tire, tire chains, non-standard
wheels).
– When the vehicle is equipped with
nonoriginal brake parts or sus-
pension parts.
– When you are towing a trailer or
other vehicle.
– On roads where there are multiple
parallel lane markers; lane mark-
ers that are faded or not painted
clearly; yellow painted lane mark-
ers; non-standard lane markers;
or lane markers covered with wa-
ter, dirt, snow, etc.
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Parking brake break-in
Break in the parking brake shoes whenever
the stopping effect of the parking brake is
weakened or whenever the parking brake
shoes and/or drums/rotors are replaced,
in order to assure the best braking
performance.
This procedure is described in the vehicle
service manual. It is recommended that
you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS)
WARNING
• The ABS is a sophisticated device, but
it cannot prevent accidents resulting
from careless or dangerous driving
techniques. It can help maintain ve-
hicle control during braking on slip-
pery surfaces. Remember that stop-
ping distances on slippery surfaces
will be longer than on normal sur-
faces even with ABS. Stopping dis-
tances may also be longer on rough,
gravel or snow covered roads, or if
you are using tire chains. Always
maintain a safe distance from the ve-
hicle in front of you. Ultimately, the
driver is responsible for safety. •
Tire type and condition may also af-
fect braking effectiveness.
– When replacing tires, install the
specified size of tires on all four
wheels.
–
When installing a spare tire, make sure that it is the proper size and
type as specified on the Tire and
Loading Information label. For ad-
ditional information, see “Tire and
Loading Information label” (P. 8-30).
– For additional information, see
“Wheels and tires” (P. 8-27).
The ABS controls the brakes so the wheels
do not lock during hard braking or when
braking on slippery surfaces. The system
detects the rotation speed at each wheel
and varies the brake fluid pressure to pre-
vent each wheel from locking and sliding.
By preventing each wheel from locking, the
system helps the driver maintain steering
control and helps to minimize swerving
and spinning on slippery surfaces.
Using the system
Depress the brake pedal and hold it down.
Depress the brake pedal with firm steady
pressure, but do not pump the brakes. The
Anti-lock Braking System will operate to prevent the wheels from locking up. Steer
the vehicle to avoid obstacles.
WARNING
Do not pump the brake pedal. Doing
so may result in increased stopping
distances.
Self-test feature
The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) in-
cludes electronic sensors, electric pumps,
hydraulic solenoids and a computer. The
computer has a built-in diagnostic feature
that tests the system each time you start
the engine and move the vehicle at a low
speed in forward or reverse. When the self-
test occurs, you may hear a “clunk” noise
and/or feel a pulsation in the brake pedal.
This is normal and does not indicate a
malfunction. If the computer senses a
malfunction, it switches the ABS off and
illuminates the ABS warning light on the
instrument panel. The brake system then
operates normally but without anti-lock
assistance.
If the ABS warning light illuminates during
the self-test or while driving, have the ve-
hicle checked. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
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When the VDC system operates, theindicator light in the instrument panel
flashes to note the following:
• The road may be slippery or the systemmay determine some action is required
to help keep the vehicle on the steered
path.
• You may feel a pulsation in the brake pedal and hear a noise or vibration from
under the hood. This is normal and indi-
cates that the VDC system is working
properly.
• Adjust your speed and driving to the road conditions.
For additional information, see “Slip indica-
tor light” (P. 2-15) and “Vehicle Dynamic Con-
trol (VDC) OFF indicator light” (P. 2-15).
If a malfunction occurs in the system, the
indicator light comes on in the instru-
ment panel. The VDC system automatically
turns off when the indicator light is on.
The VDC OFF switch is used to turn off the
VDC system. The
, RAB, and AEB with
Pedestrian Detection indicator lights illumi-
nate to indicate the VDC, RAB, and AEB with
Pedestrian Detection systems are off. When the VDC OFF switch is used to turn off
the system, the VDC system still operates
to prevent one drive wheel from slipping by
transferring power to a non-slipping drive
wheel. The
indicator light flashes if this
occurs. All other VDC functions are off and
the
indicator light will not flash.
The VDC system is automatically reset to
ON when the ignition switch is placed in the
OFF position then back to the ON position.
The computer has a built-in diagnostic fea-
ture that tests the system each time you
start the engine and move the vehicle for-
ward or in reverse at a slow speed. When
the self-test occurs, you may hear a clunk
noise and/or feel a pulsation in the brake
pedal. This is normal and is not an indica-
tion of a malfunction.
WARNING
• The VDC system is designed to help
the driver maintain stability but does
not prevent accidents due to abrupt
steering operation at high speeds or
by careless or dangerous driving
techniques. Reduce vehicle speed
and be especially careful when driv-
ing and cornering on slippery sur-
faces and always drive carefully. •
Do not modif y the vehicle's suspen-
sion. If suspension parts such as
shock absorbers, struts, springs, sta-
bilizer bars, bushings and wheels are
not NISSAN recommended for your
vehicle or are extremely deterio-
rated, the VDC system may not oper-
ate properly. This could adversely
affect vehicle handling performance,
and the
indicator light may
flash.
• If brake related parts such as brake
pads, rotors and calipers are not
NISSAN recommended or are ex-
tremely deteriorated, the VDC sys-
tem may not operate properly and
the
indicator light may
illuminate.
• If engine control related parts are
not NISSAN recommended or are
extremely deteriorated, the
in-
dicator light may illuminate.
• When driving on extremely inclined
surfaces such as higher banked cor-
ners, the VDC system may not oper-
ate properly and the
indicator
light may flash. Do not drive on these
types of roads.
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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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