Nissan Altima: Charge warning light - Warning lights - Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders - Instruments and controls - Nissan Altima Owners ManualNissan Altima: Charge warning light

If this light comes on while the engine is running,

If this light comes on while the engine is running, it may indicate the charging system is not functioning properly. Turn the engine off and check the generator belt. If the belt is loose, broken, missing, or if the light remains on, see a NISSAN dealer immediately.

CAUTION

● Do not ground electrical accessories directly to the battery terminal. Doing so will bypass the variable control system and the vehicle battery may not charge completely. Refer to “Variable voltage control system” in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section later in this manual.
● Do not continue driving if the generator belt is loose, broken or missing.

    Brake warning light
    or This light functions for both the parking brake and the foot brake systems. Parking brake indicator When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the light comes on when the parking ...

    Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) check warning light (if so equipped)
    When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the light comes on for about 2 seconds. If the light comes on at any other time, it may indicate the CVT system is not functioning properly. ...

    See also:

    Explanation of general maintenance items
    Additional information on the following items with “ * ”is found later in this section. Outside the vehicle The maintenance items listed here should be performed from time to time, unless othe ...

    Warning and indicator lamps
      ...

    Daytime running light (if equipped)
    Daytime Running Lights (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions, and it is especially helpful af ...