Nissan Altima: Instrument brightness control
The instrument cluster illuminates when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position.
The instrument brightness control operates when the headlight control switch is in the AUTO or position.
Turn the control left or right to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel lights when driving at night.
Daytime running light system (Canada only)
The headlights automatically illuminate at a reduced intensity when the engine is started with the parking brake released. The daytime running lights operate with the headlight switch in the OFF p ...Turn signal switch
Turn signal 1 Move the lever up or down to signal the turning direction. When the turn is completed, the turn signals cancel automatically. Lane change signal 2 To signal a lane change, move th ...See also:
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch
The vehicle should be driven with the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system on
for most driving conditions.
If the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, the VDC system reduces the engine output
to re ...
Locking the doors from the outside without a key
1 Move the inside lock button to the lock position.
2 Close the door.
Vehicles without a smart key system
The door cannot be locked if either of the front doors is open and
the key is in the engi ...
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) helps to improve vehicle control (stopping
and steering) during severe braking conditions by limiting brake lockup. When the
system "senses" impending ...