Nissan Altima: Instrument panel
1. Vents (P. 4-18)
2. Headlight/fog light (if so equipped)/turn
signal switch (P. 2-29)
3. Steering wheel switch for audio control
(if so equipped)/Bluetooth Hands-free
Phone System (if so equipped)
(P. 4-96, P. 4-92, P. 4-106)
4. Meters and gauges (P. 2-3)
5. Driver supplemental air bag/horn
(P. 1-41, P. 2-35)
6. Cruise control main/set switch
(P. 5-20)
7. Windshield wiper and washer switch
(P. 2-28)
8. Ignition switch (P. 5-7)
9. Hazard warning flasher switch (P. 2-34)
10. Front passenger air bag status light
(P. 1-52)
11. Front passenger supplemental air bag
(P. 1-41)
12. Glove box (P. 2-41)
13. Navigation system* (if so equipped)
(P. 4-2)
14. Covered storage box (P. 2-42)
15. Heater and air conditioner (automatic)
(P. 4-26)
16. Heater and air conditioner (manual)
(P. 4-19)
17. Shift selector (P. 5-12)
18. Audio system controls (if so equipped)/
Storage (if so equipped)
(P. 4-29, P.2-42)
19. Tilt/telescopic steering wheel controls
(P. 3-28)
20. Vehicle information display controls
(P. 2-17)
21. Hood release (P. 3-23)
22. Trunk opener (P. 3-23)
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF
switch (P. 2-36)
NISSAN Intelligent Key™ port (P. 5-7)
*: Refer to the separate Navigation System Owner’s
Manual (if so equipped).
See the page number indicated in parentheses
for operating details
Meters and gauges
1. Tachometer 2. Speedometer 3. Fuel gauge 4. Engine coolant temperature gauge 5. Odometer/twin trip odometer 6. Twin trip odometer change button 7. Vehicle information display 8. Instrument ...See also:
Special driving conditions
Hazardous driving conditions
When hazardous driving conditions are encountered such as water, snow, ice, mud,
sand, or similar hazards, follow these suggestions:
• Drive cautiously and allow ext ...
Using automatic mode
Fan speed is adjusted automatically according to the temperature setting
and the ambient conditions.
Therefore, the fan may stop for a while until warm or cool air is ready to flow
immediately af ...
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior
The following procedures will help protect your vehicle's interior and
keep it in top condition:
■ Protecting the vehicle interior
Remove dirt and dust using a vacuum cleaner. Wipe dirty sur ...