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2010 MAXIMA
OWNER’S MANUAL
For your safety, read carefully and keep in this vehicle.
2010 NISSAN MAXIMA A35-D
Printing : January 2010 (04)
Publication No.:
Printed in U.S.A.
A35-D
OM0E 0A35U1

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Nissan Maxima Specifications

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BrandNissan
ModelMaxima
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Foreword

Read First—Then Drive Safely

Essential safety and operational information before driving the vehicle.

Important Safety Information Reminders for Safety!

Key driving rules to ensure a safe and comfortable trip for occupants.

Modification of Your Vehicle

Warnings against modifying the vehicle and potential warranty implications.

When Reading the Manual

Important Information About This Manual

Explains symbols and how to interpret information within the manual.

California Proposition 65 Warning

Advisory regarding chemicals known to cause cancer or birth defects.

Nissan Customer Care Program

Nissan Cares...

Information on how to contact NISSAN for assistance and feedback.

1 Safety—Seats, Seat Belts and Supplemental Restraint System

Seats

Proper seat adjustment and safety precautions for occupants.

Seat Belts

Precautions for proper seat belt usage and maintenance.

Child Safety

Guidelines for properly restraining infants and children in the vehicle.

Supplemental Restraint System

Information on the SRS, including front, side, and curtain airbags.

2 Instruments and Controls

Instrument Panel

Identification and location of controls on the instrument panel.

Meters and Gauges

Explanation of the vehicle's gauges and indicators.

Warning/Indicator Lights and Audible Reminders

Explains various warning lights and audible alerts for vehicle status.

Vehicle Information Display

Details on how to use the vehicle information display and its modes.

Security Systems

Overview of the vehicle's security systems and immobilizer.

Power Windows

Operation of power windows, including lock and automatic features.

HOMELINK UNIVERSAL TRANSCEIVER (if so equipped)

How to program and operate the HomeLink system for garage doors.

3 Pre-driving Checks and Adjustments

Keys

Information on Intelligent Key operation, registration, and precautions.

DOORS

Safety precautions and locking mechanisms for vehicle doors.

NISSAN INTELLIGENT KEY™ OPERATION

How to lock and unlock doors using the Intelligent Key.

Opening the trunk lid

How to open the trunk lid using the request switch or Intelligent Key.

TILT/TELESCOPIC STEERING

How to adjust the steering wheel for tilt and telescopic operation.

AUTOMATIC DRIVE POSITIONER (if so equipped)

System features for memory storage and entry/exit function.

4 Monitor, Climate, Audio, Phone and Voice Recognition Systems

How to Use the NISSAN Controller

Guide on using the NISSAN controller to navigate and select items on the display screen.

Fuel Economy

How to display fuel economy, distance to empty, and history.

Display settings

How to adjust display settings like brightness, contrast, and display off.

Clock

Setting the on-screen clock, format, daylight savings, and time zone.

Comfort & Convenience settings

How to set various operating conditions like interior illumination and headlight sensitivity.

REARVIEW MONITOR (if so equipped)

How the rearview monitor displays views and guiding lines.

HEATER AND AIR CONDITIONER (automatic) (Type A)

Operation of the automatic climate control system, including AUTO, manual, and defrost modes.

USB INTERFACE (models without Navigation System) (if so equipped)

Connecting and operating audio files from USB devices.

BLUETOOTH HANDS-FREE PHONE SYSTEM WITHOUT NAVIGATION SYSTEM (if so equipped)

Setting up the wireless connection for a Bluetooth phone.

VOICE COMMANDS

How to use voice commands to operate the Bluetooth Hands-Free Phone System.

5 Starting and Driving

Precautions When Starting and Driving

General safety precautions to observe when starting and driving the vehicle.

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)

Information on the TPMS, its warning lights, and its components.

DRINKING ALCOHOL/DRUGS AND DRIVING

Warnings and consequences of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

PUSH-BUTTON IGNITION SWITCH

Operation of the push-button ignition switch and its positions.

STARTING THE ENGINE

Step-by-step instructions for starting the engine.

CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (CVT)

Explanation of CVT modes and operation.

PARKING BRAKE

Proper procedures for engaging and releasing the parking brake.

CRUISE CONTROL

How to operate the cruise control system and set speeds.

BRAKE SYSTEM

Information on the brake system and its precautions.

ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS)

How the ABS works, its self-test feature, and normal operation.

6 In Case of Emergency

EMERGENCY ENGINE SHUT OFF

Procedures for shutting off the engine in an emergency situation.

FLAT TIRE

Information on the TPMS and procedures for changing a flat tire.

JUMP STARTING

Instructions and precautions for jump starting the vehicle.

TOWING YOUR VEHICLE

General towing procedures and precautions.

VEHICLE RECOVERY (freeing a stuck vehicle)

Procedures for recovering a stuck vehicle, including rocking and using recovery devices.

7 Appearance and Care

CLEANING EXTERIOR

Proper washing and waxing techniques to protect paint surfaces.

CLEANING INTERIOR

How to clean interior trim, plastic parts, seats, and displays.

SEAT BELTS

How to clean seat belts and warnings about wet belts.

CORROSION PROTECTION

Factors contributing to corrosion and how to protect the vehicle.

8 Maintenance and Do-It-Yourself

MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS

Overview of NISSAN's maintenance requirements for optimal performance.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

Day-to-day general maintenance tasks and precautions for owners.

ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM

Information on the engine cooling system, coolant, and cap precautions.

ENGINE OIL

How to check and change engine oil and oil filter.

WHEELS AND TIRES

Information on wheels, tires, and their specifications.

Replacing wheels and tires

Guidelines for replacing wheels and tires, including size and type considerations.

9 Technical and Consumer Information

CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED FUEL/LUBRICANTS

Approximate capacities and recommended fluids/lubricants for the vehicle.

FUEL RECOMMENDATION

Recommended unleaded gasoline octane ratings and precautions.

ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER RECOMMENDATIONS

Guidance on selecting the correct engine oil and oil filter.

SPECIFICATIONS

Engine specifications including type, arrangement, bore, stroke, and displacement.

VEHICLE LOADING INFORMATION

Important terms and guidelines for safely loading the vehicle.

TOWING A TRAILER

Warnings and precautions for towing a trailer.

UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING

Explanation of tire quality grades for treadwear, traction, and temperature.

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (US only)

How to report vehicle safety defects to NHTSA and NISSAN.

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