Nissan Altima: Mechanical key
The Intelligent Key contains the mechanical 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 doors, trunk lid, glove box and rear seatback lock. See “Doors” and “Trunk lid” in this section, “Storage” in the “Instruments and controls” section, “Seats” in the “Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system” section, and “Upper tether anchor/key cylinder covers” in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section of this manual.
CAUTION
Always carry the mechanical key installed in the Intelligent Key slot.
NISSAN Intelligent Key™
Your vehicle can only be driven with the Intelligent Key which are registered to your vehicle’s Intelligent Key components and NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System components. Never leave these key ...Valet hand-off
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R (Reverse)
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Reporting safety defects
For USA
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect
which could cause a crash or could
cause injury or death, you should immediately
inform the National Highway Traffic
Safety Administration (N ...