Nissan Altima: Parking brake - Starting and driving - Nissan Altima Owners ManualNissan Altima: Parking brake

WARNING

● Be sure the parking brake is fully released before driving. Failure to do so can cause brake failure and lead to an accident.

● Do not release the parking brake from outside the vehicle.

● Do not use the shift selector in place of the parking brake. When parking, be sure the parking brake is fully engaged.

● Do not leave children unattended in a vehicle. They could release the parking brake and cause an accident.

Type A

Type A

To engage: Type A, firmly depress the parking brake. Type B, pull the lever up A . To release:

1. Firmly apply the foot brake.

2. Manual transmission models:

Place the shift selector in the N (Neutral) position.

CVT models:

Move the shift selector to the P (Park) position.

Type B

Type B

3. Type A, firmly depress the parking brake pedal and it will release. Type B, while pulling up on the parking brake lever slightly, push the button and lower completely B .

4. Before driving, be sure the brake warning light goes out.

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