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Nissan Altima (2018 year). Manual - part 12

WARNING

∙ Failure to follow the warnings and in-

structions for proper use of the Rear-
View Monitor system could result in
serious injury or death.

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∙ RearView Monitor is a convenience

feature and is not a substitute for
proper backing. Always turn and look
out the windows and check mirrors to
be sure that it is safe to move before
operating the vehicle. Always back up
slowly.

∙ The system is designed as an aid to

the driver in showing large stationary
objects directly behind the vehicle, to
help avoid damaging the vehicle.

∙ The distance guide line and the ve-

hicle width line should be used as a
reference only when the vehicle is on a
level paved surface. The distance
viewed on the monitor is for reference
only and may be different than the
actual distance between the vehicle
and displayed objects.

CAUTION

Do not scratch the camera lens when
cleaning dirt or snow from the front of
the camera.

The RearView Monitor system automati-
cally shows a rear view of the vehicle when
the shift lever is shifted into the R (Reverse)
position. The radio can still be heard while
the RearView monitor is active.

To display the rear view, the RearView Moni-
tor system uses a camera located just
above the vehicle’s license plate

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REARVIEW MONITOR SYSTEM
OPERATION

With the ignition switch in the ON position,
move the shift lever to the R (Reverse) po-
sition to operate the RearView Monitor.

HOW TO READ THE DISPLAYED
LINES

Guiding lines which indicate the vehicle
width and distances to objects with refer-
ence to the vehicle body line

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are dis-

played on the monitor.

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Distance guide lines

Indicate distances from the vehicle body.

∙ Red line

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: approx. 1.5 ft (0.5 m)

∙ Yellow line

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: approx. 3 ft (1 m)

∙ Green line

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: approx. 7 ft (2 m)

∙ Green line

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: approx. 10 ft (3 m)

Vehicle width guide lines

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Indicate the vehicle width when backing
up.

Predicted course lines

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(if so equipped)

Indicate the predicted course when back-
ing up. The predicted course lines will be
displayed on the monitor when the shift
lever is in the R (Reverse) position and the
steering wheel is turned. The predicted
course lines will move depending on how
much the steering wheel is turned and will
not be displayed while the steering wheel is
in the straight-ahead position.

The vehicle width guide lines and the width
of the predicted course lines are wider than
the actual width and course.

DIFFERENCE BETWEEN PREDICTED
AND ACTUAL DISTANCES

The displayed guidelines and their loca-
tions on the ground are for approximate
reference only. Objects on uphill or downhill
surfaces or projecting objects will be actu-
ally located at distances different from
those displayed in the monitor relative to
the guidelines (refer to illustrations). When
in doubt, turn around and view the objects
as you are backing up, or park and exit the
vehicle to view the positioning of objects
behind the vehicle.

Backing up on a steep uphill

When backing up the vehicle up a hill, the
distance guide lines and the vehicle width
guide lines are shown closer than the actual
distance. Note that any object on the hill is
further than it appears on the monitor.

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Backing up on a steep downhill

When backing up the vehicle down a hill, the
distance guide lines and the vehicle width
guide lines are shown farther than the actual
distance. Note that any object on the hill is
closer than it appears on the monitor.

Backing up near a projecting
object

The predicted course lines

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(if so equipped)

do not touch the object in the display. How-
ever, the vehicle may hit the object if it proj-
ects over the actual backing up course.

Backing up behind a projecting
object

The position

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is shown farther than the

position

䊊

in the display. However, the po-

sition

䊊

is actually at the same distance as

the position

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. The vehicle may hit the

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object when backing up to the position

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if the object projects over the actual back-
ing up course.

HOW TO PARK WITH PREDICTED
COURSE LINES (if so equipped)

WARNING

∙ If the tires are replaced with different

sized tires, the predicted course lines
may be displayed incorrectly.

∙ On a snow-covered or slippery road,

there may be a difference between
the predicted course line and the ac-
tual course line.

∙ If the battery is disconnected or be-

comes

discharged,

the

predicted

course lines may be displayed incor-
rectly. If this occurs, please perform
the following procedures:

– Turn the steering wheel from lock

to lock while the engine is running.

– Drive the vehicle on a straight road

for more than 5 minutes.

∙ When the steering wheel is turned

with the ignition switch in the ACC po-
sition, the predicted course lines may
be displayed incorrectly.

1. Visually check that the parking space is

safe before parking your vehicle.

2. The rear view of the vehicle is displayed

on the screen

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when the shift lever is

moved to the R (Reverse) position.

3. Slowly back up the vehicle adjusting

the steering wheel so that the pre-
dicted course lines

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enter the park-

ing space

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4. Maneuver the steering wheel to make

the vehicle width guide lines

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parallel

to the parking space

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while referring

to the predicted course lines.

5. When the vehicle is parked in the space

completely, move the shift lever to the
P (Park) position and apply the parking
brake.

ADJUSTING THE SCREEN

Models with navigation system:

1. While on a Rearview Monitor screen,

touch the touch-screen display.

2. Touch the Display Settings key.

3. Touch the “Brightness,” “Contrast,” “Tint,”

“Color,” or “Black Level” key.

4. Adjust the item by touching the + or –

key on the touch-screen display.

NOTE:

Do not adjust any of the display settings
of the RearView Monitor while the ve-
hicle is moving. Make sure the parking
brake is firmly applied.

Models without navigation system:

1. Firmly apply the brake and place the

shift lever in R (reverse).

2. Press the ENTER/SETTING button.

3. Turn the TUNE/FOLDER knob to high-

light the “Brightness” or “Contrast” op-
tion.

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4. Press the ENTER/SETTING button.

5. Adjust

the

level

using

the

TUNE/FOLDER knob and then press
the ENTER/SETTING button to apply
the adjustment.

NOTE:

Do not adjust any of the display settings
of the RearView Monitor while the ve-
hicle is moving. Make sure the parking
brake is firmly applied.

HOW TO TURN ON AND OFF
PREDICTIVE COURSE LINES (if so
equipped)

To toggle ON and OFF the predictive course
lines while in the P (Park) position:

1. Touch the Settings key.

2. Touch the Camera key.

3. Touch the Predictive Course Lines key

to turn the feature ON or OFF.

To toggle ON and OFF the predictive course
lines while in the R (Reverse) position:

1. Touch the touch-screen display.

2. Touch the Predictive Course Lines key

to turn the feature ON or OFF.

REARVIEW MONITOR SYSTEM
LIMITATIONS

WARNING

Listed below are the system limitations
for RearView Monitor. Failure to operate
the vehicle in accordance with these
system limitations could result in seri-
ous injury or death.

∙ The system cannot completely elimi-

nate blind spots and may not show
every object.

∙ Underneath the bumper and the cor-

ner areas of the bumper cannot be
viewed on the RearView Monitor be-
cause of its monitoring range limita-
tion. The system will not show small
objects below the bumper, and may
not show objects close to the bumper
or on the ground.

∙ Objects viewed in the RearView Moni-

tor differ from actual distance be-
cause a wide-angle lens is used.

∙ Objects in the RearView Monitor will

appear visually opposite compared to
when viewed in the rearview and out-
side mirrors.

∙ Use the displayed lines as a reference.

The lines are highly affected by the
number of occupants, fuel level, ve-
hicle position, road conditions and
road grade.

∙ Make sure that the trunk is securely

closed when backing up.

∙ Do not put anything on the rearview

camera. The rearview camera is in-
stalled above the license plate.

∙ When washing the vehicle with high

pressure water, be sure not to spray it
around the camera. Otherwise, water
may enter the camera unit causing
water condensation on the lens, a
malfunction, fire or an electric shock.

∙ Do not strike the camera. It is a preci-

sion instrument. Otherwise, it may
malfunction or cause damage result-
ing in a fire or an electric shock.

The following are operating limitations and
do not represent a system malfunction:

∙ When the temperature is extremely

high or low, the screen may not clearly
display objects.

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∙ When strong light directly shines on the

camera, objects may not be displayed
clearly.

∙ Vertical lines may be seen in objects on

the screen. This is due to strong re-
flected light from the bumper.

∙ The screen may flicker under fluores-

cent light.

∙ The colors of objects on the RearView

Monitor may differ somewhat from the
actual color of objects.

∙ Objects on the monitor may not be

clear in a dark environment.

∙ There may be a delay when switching

between views.

∙ If dirt, rain or snow accumulate on the

camera, the RearView Monitor may not
display objects clearly. Clean the cam-
era.

∙ Do not use wax on the camera lens.

Wipe off any wax with a clean cloth
dampened with a diluted mild cleaning
agent, then wipe with a dry cloth.

SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

CAUTION

∙ Do not use alcohol, benzine or thinner

to clean the camera. This will cause
discoloration.

∙ Do not damage the camera as the

monitor screen may be adversely
affected.

If dirt, rain or snow accumulates on the
camera

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, the RearView Monitor may not

display objects clearly. Clean the camera
by wiping it with a cloth dampened with a
diluted mild cleaning agent and then wip-
ing it with a dry cloth.

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Adjust air flow direction by moving the vent
slides.

Open or close the vents by using the dial.
Move the dial toward the

to open the

vents or toward the

to close them.

Side

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Rear (if so equipped)

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VENTS

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Fan speed control dial/ A/C

(air conditioner) button

Air flow control buttons

Temperature control dial / MAX A/C
button

Air recirculation button

Rear window and outside mir-

ror (if so equipped) defroster
switch

Front windshield defroster

button

WARNING

∙ The air conditioner cooling function

operates only when the engine is
running.

∙ Do not leave children or adults who

would normally require the assis-
tance of others alone in your vehicle.
Pets should also not be left alone.
They could accidentally injure them-
selves or others through inadvertent
operation of the vehicle. Also, on hot,
sunny days, temperatures in a closed
vehicle could quickly become high
enough to cause severe or possibly
fatal injuries to people or animals.

∙ Do not use the recirculation mode for

long periods as it may cause the inte-
rior air to become stale and the win-
dows to fog up.

NOTE:

∙ Odors from inside and outside the ve-

hicle can build up in the air conditioner
unit. Odor can enter the passenger
compartment through the vents.

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HEATER AND AIR CONDITIONER
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∙ When parking, set the heater and air

conditioner controls to turn off air recir-
culation to allow fresh air into the pas-
senger compartment. This should help
reduce odors inside the vehicle.

CONTROLS

Fan control dial

The

fan control dial turns the fan on

and off, and controls fan speed.

Air flow control buttons

The air flow control buttons allow you to
select the air flow outlets.

MAX
A/C

— Air flows from center and side

vents with maximum cooling.

— Air flows from center and side

vents.

— Air flows from center and side

vents and foot outlets.

— Air flows mainly from foot

outlets.

— Air flows from defroster out-

lets and foot outlets.

— Air flows mainly from de-

froster outlets.

Temperature control dial

The temperature control dial allows you to
adjust the temperature of the outlet air. To
lower the temperature, turn the dial to the
left. To increase the temperature, turn the
dial to the right.

Air recirculation button

On position (Indicator light on):
Interior air is recirculated inside the vehicle.

Press the

button to the ON position

when:

∙ driving on a dusty road.

∙ to prevent traffic fumes from entering

passenger compartment.

∙ for maximum cooling when using the

air conditioner.

Off position (Indicator light off):
Outside air is drawn into the passenger
compartment and distributed through the
selected outlet.

Use the off position for normal heater or air
conditioner operation.

Air conditioner button

Start the engine, turn the

fan control

dial to the desired position and press
the

button to turn on the air condi-

tioner. To turn off the air conditioner, press
the

button again.

The air conditioner cooling function op-
erates only when the engine is running.

Rear window and outside mirror
(if so equipped) defroster switch

For additional information, refer to “Rear
window and outside mirror (if so equipped)
defroster switch” in the “Instruments and
controls” section of this manual.

HEATER OPERATION

Heating

This mode is used to direct heated air to
the foot outlets. Some air also flows from
the defrost outlets and the side vent out-
lets.

1. Press the

button to the OFF posi-

tion for normal heating.

2. Press the

air flow control button.

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3. Turn the

fan control dial to the

desired position.

4. Turn the temperature control dial to

the desired position between the
middle and the hot position.

Ventilation

This mode directs outside air to the side
and center vents.

1. Press the

button to the OFF posi-

tion.

2. Press the

air flow control button.

3. Turn the

fan control dial to the de-

sired position.

4. Turn the temperature control dial to

the desired position.

Defrosting or defogging

This mode directs the air to the defrost
outlets to defrost/defog the windows.

1. Press the defrost/defog button

2. Turn the

fan control dial to the

desired position.

3. Turn the temperature control dial to

the

desired

position

between

the

middle and the hot position.

∙ To quickly remove ice or fog from the

windows, turn the

fan control dial

to the highest setting and the tempera-
ture control to the full HOT position.

∙ When the

position is selected, the

air conditioner automatically turns on if
the outside temperature is more than
36°F (2°C). This dehumidifies the air
which helps defog the windshield.
The

mode automatically turns off,

allowing outside air to be drawn into the
passenger compartment to further im-
prove the defogging performance. The
recirculation mode cannot be activated
in the

position.

Bi-level heating

The bi-level mode directs warmed air to
the side and center vents and to the front
and rear floor outlets.

1. Press the

button to the OFF posi-

tion.

2. Press the

air flow control button.

3. Turn the

fan control dial to the

desired position.

4. Turn the temperature control dial to

the desired position.

Heating and defogging

This mode heats the interior and defogs
the windshield.

1. Press the

air flow control button.

2. Turn the

fan control dial to the

desired position.

3. Turn the temperature control dial to

the

desired

position

between

the

middle and the hot position.

∙ When the

position is selected, the

air conditioner automatically turns on if
the outside temperature is more than
36°F (2°C). This dehumidifies the air
which helps defog the windshield.
The

mode automatically turns off,

allowing outside air to be drawn into the
passenger compartment to further im-
prove the defogging performance.

Operating tips

Clear snow and ice from the wiper blades
and air inlet in front of the windshield.
This improves heater operation.

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AIR CONDITIONER OPERATION

Start the engine, turn the

fan control

dial to the desired position, and press
the

button to activate the air condi-

tioner. When the air conditioner is on, cool-
ing

and

dehumidifying

functions

are

added to the heater operation.
The air conditioner cooling function op-
erates only when the engine is running.

Cooling

This mode is used to cool and dehumidify
the air.

1. Press the

button to the OFF posi-

tion.

2. Press the

air flow control button.

3. Turn the

fan control dial to the

desired position.

4. Press the A/C button. The indicator

light comes on.

5. Turn the temperature control dial to

the desired position.

∙ For quick cooling when the outside

temperature is high, press the
button to the ON position. Be sure to
return the

to the OFF position for

normal cooling. MAX A/C may be used
for quick cooling.

Dehumidified heating

This mode is used to heat and dehumidify
the air.

1. Press the

button to the OFF posi-

tion.

2. Press the

air flow control button.

3. Turn the

fan control dial to the

desired position.

4. Press the A/C button. The indicator

light comes on.

5. Turn the temperature control dial to

the desired position.

Dehumidified defogging

This mode is used to defog the windows
and dehumidify the air.

1. Press the

air flow control button.

2. Turn the

fan control dial to the

desired position.

∙ When the

are selected,

the air conditioner automatically turns
on if the outside temperature is more
than 36°F (2°C). This dehumidifies the air
which helps defog the windshield.
The

mode automatically turns off,

allowing outside air to be drawn into the
passenger compartment to further im-
prove the defogging performance.

3. Turn the temperature control dial to

the desired position.

Operating tips

∙ Keep the windows closed while the air

conditioner is in operation.

∙ After parking in the sun, drive for 2 or

3 minutes with the windows open to
vent hot air from the passenger com-
partment. Then, close the windows.
This allows the air conditioner to cool
the interior more quickly.

∙ The air conditioning system should

operated

for

approximately

10 minutes at least once a month.
This helps prevent damage to the
system due to lack of lubrication.

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∙ A visible mist may be seen coming from

the ventilators in hot, humid conditions
as the air is cooled rapidly. This does not
indicate a malfunction.

∙ If the engine coolant temperature

gauge indicates engine coolant tem-
perature over the normal range, turn
the air conditioner off. For additional
information, refer to “If your vehicle
overheats” in the “In case of emer-
gency” section of this manual.

AIR FLOW CHARTS

The following charts show the button and
dial positions for MAXIMUM AND QUICK
heating, cooling or defrosting. The air re-
circulation button should always be in
the OFF position for heating and defrost-
ing.

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