Nissan Maxima: Before starting the engine
-Make sure the area around the vehicle is clear.
- Check fluid levels such as engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, and window washer fluid as frequently as possible, or at least whenever you refuel.
- Check that all windows and lights are clean.
- Visually inspect tires for their appearance and condition. Also check tires for proper inflation.
- Lock all doors.
- Position seat and adjust head restraints and headrests (if so equipped).
- Adjust inside and outside mirrors.
- Fasten seat belts and ask all passengers to do likewise.
- Check the operation of warning lights when the ignition switch is pushed to the ON position. See Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders in the Instruments and controls section of this manual.
Nissan vehicle immobilizer system
The NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer system will not allow the engine to start without
the use of the registered key.
If the engine fails to start using a registered key (for example, when interference
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Starting the engine
1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Move the shift selector to P (Park) or N (Neutral). P (Park) is recommended.
The starter is designed not to operate if the shift selector is in any of the
driving po ...
See also:
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
This vehicle has the Antilock Brake System (ABS), an advanced electronic braking system that helps prevent a braking skid.
When the engine is started and the vehicle begins to drive away, ABS checks ...
Keys
Record your key number
The key code number is stamped on the bar code tag attached to the key set.
Should you lose your keys, this number will enable an authorized KIA dealer to
duplicate the ke ...
Anti-theft Alarm System
This vehicle has an anti-theft alarm system.
Arming the System
To arm the system, close all of the windows and doors and then either:
► Press on the RKE transmitter.
► Lock the vehicl ...
