Nissan Maxima Owners Manual: Driving on snow or ice
WARNING
- Wet ice (32F, 0C and freezing rain), very cold snow or ice can be slick and very hard to drive on. The vehicle will have much less traction or "grip" under these conditions. Try to avoid driving on wet ice until the road is salted or sanded.
- Whatever the condition, drive with caution.
Accelerate and slow down with care. If accelerating or downshifting too fast, the drive wheels will lose even more traction.
- Allow more stopping distance under these conditions. Braking should be started sooner than on dry pavement.
- Allow greater following distances on slippery roads.
- Watch for slippery spots (glare ice).
These may appear on an otherwise clear road in shaded areas. If a patch of ice is seen ahead, brake before reaching it. Try not to brake while on the ice, and avoid any sudden steering maneuvers.
- Do not use the cruise control on slippery roads.
- Snow can trap dangerous exhaust gases under your vehicle. Keep snow clear of the exhaust pipe and from around your vehicle.
Special winter equipment
It is recommended that the following items be
carried in the vehicle during winter:
A scraper and stiff-bristled brush to remove
ice and snow from the windows and wiper
blades.
A sturdy, fl ...
Engine block heater (if so equipped)
Engine block heaters are used to assist with cold
temperature starting.
The engine block heater should be used when
the outside temperature is 20F (-7C) or lower.
WARNING
Do not use your eng ...
Other materials:
Power window motor
DRIVER SIDE
DRIVER SIDE : Description
Door glass moves UP/DOWN by receiving the signal from main power window and
door lock/unlock switch.
DRIVER SIDE : Component Function Check
1. CHECK FRONT POWER WINDOW MOTOR LH
Check that front power window motor LH operates with main power window and
d ...
Jump starting
To start your engine with a booster battery, the
instructions and precautions below must be followed.
WARNING
If done incorrectly, jump starting can
lead to a battery explosion, resulting in
severe injury or death. It could also
damage your vehicle.
Explosive hydrogen gas is always pre ...
Extended storage switch
The extended storage switch is used when the
vehicle is in transit from the factory. It is located in
the fuse panel to the left of the steering wheel on
the instrument panel. If any electrical equipment
does not operate, ensure the extended storage
switch is pushed fully in place, as shown ...
Nissan Maxima Owners Manual
- Illustrated table of contents
- Safety-Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system
- Instruments and controls
- Pre-driving checks and adjustments
- Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems
- Starting and driving
- In case of emergency
- Appearance and care
- Do-it-yourself
- Maintenance and schedules
- Technical and consumer information
Nissan Maxima Service and Repair Manual
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