Nissan Maxima 2020 User Manual
2020 MAXIMA
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
COCKPIT OVERVIEW
COCKPIT OVERVIEW
Headlight and Turn Signal Switch
Vehicle Information Display
Instrument Brightness Control
Wiper and Washer Switch
Steering Wheel Switches for Audio/Vehicle Information Display/Navigation (if so equipped)
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) (if so equipped) /Bluetooth® and Voice Recognition Switches
Trunk Lid Release Switch
Dynamic Driver Assistance Switch (if so equipped)
Heated Steering Wheel Switch (if so equipped)
Rear Power Sunshade Switch (if so equipped)
Tilt/Telescopic Steering Column
INSTRUMENT PANEL
OFF
INSTRUMENT PANEL
Hood Release
Control Panel Display
Front Passenger Air Bag Status Light
Heater and Air Conditioner Controls (automatic)
Display Commander
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF Switch
Drive Mode Selector Switch
TABLE OF CONTENTS
GETTING STARTED
Nissan Intelligent Key® System ........................................................3
Seat Adjustments ......................................................................5
Automatic Drive Positioner (if so equipped) ...........................................6
Rear Door Alert.........................................................................7
Starting/Stopping the Engine .........................................................8
Outside Mirror Control Switch .........................................................8
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver (if so equipped).....................................9
E-Call (SOS) Button (if so equipped) ..................................................10
Heater and Air Conditioner (automatic) ..............................................10
Heated Steering Wheel (if so equipped)...............................................12
Headlight Control Switch .............................................................12
Wiper and Washer Switch .............................................................13
Vehicle Information Display...........................................................14
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with Easy-Fill Tire Alert ....................15
Loose Fuel Cap........................................................................16
Fuel-ller Door ........................................................................16
Trunk Lid Release .....................................................................16
Moonroof/Rear Sunshade Switch (if so equipped) ...................................17
Front Armrest/Center Console Storage Box..........................................17
AUDIO, NAVIGATION AND BLUETOOTH® SYSTEMS
How to Use Your Maxima’s Touch-screen Display ....................................18
Display Commander ..................................................................19
Clock Set/Adjustment ................................................................19
USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connection Ports/AUX Jack and iPod® Interface ........19
Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System ...............................................20
• System Operating Tips ...........................................................20
FM/AM/SiriusXM® Radio with CD Player ..............................................22
Apple CarPlay® ........................................................................23
Android Auto™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Navigation System (if so equipped)...................................................25
NissanConnect® Services Powered by SiriusXM® (if so equipped)....................27
SiriusXM® Travel Link and SiriusXM® Trac (if so equipped) ..........................28
Wi-Fi ..................................................................................29
Hands-free Text Messaging Assistant ................................................29
Bluetooth® Streaming Audio......................................................... 30
Additional information about your vehicle is also available in your Owner’s Manual,
NissanConnect® Owner’s Manual, and at www.NissanUSA.com.
Please see your Owner’s Manual for important safety information and system
operation limitations.
• A cellular telephone should not be used for any purpose while driving so full attention may
be given to vehicle operation.
• Always wear your seat belt.
• Supplemental air bags do not replace proper seat belt usage.
• Children 12 and under should always ride in the rear seat properly secured
in child restraints or seat belts according to their age and weight.
For more information, refer to the “Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system
(section 1)”, the “Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems (section 4)” and the
“Starting and driving (section 5)” of your Owner’s Manual.
• Do not drink and drive.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
DRIVING FEATURES
Blind Spot Warning (BSW) with Rear Cross Trac Alert (RCTA) .......................31
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) (if so equipped).......................................31
Cruise Control (if so equipped)........................................................32
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) with Pedestrian Detection System............33
Intelligent Around View Monitor (I-AVM) (if so equipped) .............................33
Rear Automatic Braking (RAB) ........................................................35
Intelligent Forward Collision Warning (I-FCW) ........................................36
Front and Rear Sonar System (if so equipped) .......................................36
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) .......................................................37
Trac Sign Recognition (TSR) ( if so equipped) .......................................37
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) and Intelligent Lane Intervention (I-LI)
(if so equipped)........................................................................38
Additional information about your vehicle is also available in your Owner’s Manual,
NissanConnect® Owner’s Manual, and at www.NissanUSA.com.
Please see your Owner’s Manual for important safety information and system
operation limitations.
• A cellular telephone should not be used for any purpose while driving so full attention may
be given to vehicle operation.
• Always wear your seat belt.
• Supplemental air bags do not replace proper seat belt usage.
• Children 12 and under should always ride in the rear seat properly secured
in child restraints or seat belts according to their age and weight.
For more information, refer to the “Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system
(section 1)”, the “Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems (section 4)” and the
“Starting and driving (section 5)” of your Owner’s Manual.
• Do not drink and drive.
GETTING STARTED
NISSAN INTELLIGENT KEY® SYSTEM
The Nissan Intelligent Key® system allows you to lock or unlock your vehicle, open
your trunk lid and start the engine. It is important to make sure the Intelligent Key is
with you (that is, in your pocket or purse).
KEY-LINKED SYSTEM (if so equipped)
The vehicle information display has added
features, allowing the Key-Linked System to
remember some of the vehicle information
display settings.
The Key-Linked System states which
Intelligent Key is being recognized , and
enabling/disabling of the system’s function
can be easily accessed through notications
on the vehicle information display.
The Key-Linked System can be turned on or
o through the vehicle information display in
the “Key-Linked Settings” screen .
You can set a maximum of two Intelligent
Keys to the Key-Linked System.
When the system is enabled, the recognized Intelligent Key is displayed at engine
start-up (Engine ON) as well as within the “Key-Linked Settings” screen .
When the system is active, the vehicle information display setting items are
memorized for each key that has been enabled in the Key-Linked System.
If two keys are in the vehicle, the Key-Linked System will recognize the key that
was used most recently; this usually means the last key to unlock/lock the door
from the Intelligent Key.
If there is a desire to change to another key that is in the
vehicle, turn o the engine and initiate communication from
the desired key.
1. Turn the engine to OFF.
2. Press the
3. Start the engine.
4. The desired key number recognized should appear on the
vehicle information display.
The vehicle information display displays a pop-up notication
at Engine ON for the recognition of the system with a shortcut
function to the setup menu.
From the shortcut setup menu, you can select to enable or disable the
Key-Linked System or select “Later” to keep the factory state.
When enabled, the Key-Linked System will remember the state of the items
memorized automatically from the last ignition cycle.
button from the desired Intelligent Key.
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To view detailed instructional videos regarding these and other features,
please go to www.nissanownersinfo.mobi.
REMOTE ENGINE START WITH INTELLIGENT CLIMATE CONTROL*
The Remote Engine Start operating range is approximately 200 ft (60 m) from
the vehicle. The eective operating range may be shorter if there are walls,
strong radio wave sources near the operating location or other obstructions
between the key and the vehicle.
For the Remote Engine Start to function, the vehicle must be in the P (Park)
position with the ignition o and all doors must be closed and locked. Please see
your Owner’s Manual for additional information.
To start your vehicle remotely:
1. Press the
2. Within 5 seconds, press and hold the Remote Engine Start
button to lock all of the doors.
button for
at least 2 seconds.
The engine will start, and the parking lights will turn on.
The automatic climate control system will begin heating or cooling the vehicle
depending on the outside (ambient) temperature, cabin (in-car) temperature
and the last user mode. During this period, the climate control display and
buttons will be inoperable until the ignition switch is turned ON.
The engine will run for 10 minutes and then turn o.
Repeat steps 1 through 2 to extend the time for an additional 10-minute period.
Remote Engine Start can only be activated for a maximum of 20 minutes.
• After two remote starts, the ignition switch must be cycled before the Remote
Engine Start can be used again.
• To cancel Remote Engine Start, press the remote start
To start driving, depress the brake pedal and push the ignition switch.
button .
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING THE VEHICLE
The operating range of
the Intelligent Key is within
31.5 in (80 cm) from each request switch.
To lock the vehicle, either push the door
handle request switch once or press the
button on the key fob.
To unlock the vehicle, perform one of the
following procedures:
• Push either door handle request switch
once to unlock the corresponding
door. Push the door handle request switch again within 1 minute to
unlock all doors, or
• Press the
button on the key fob to unlock the driver’s side door. Press the
button again within 1 minute to unlock all doors.
To view detailed instructional videos regarding these and other features,
please go to www.nissanownersinfo.mobi.
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PANIC ALARM
The Intelligent Key can also be used to activate the panic alarm by pressing
and holding the button for 1 second. Once activated, the panic alarm and
headlights will stay on for a period of time.
Press any button on the key fob to turn the panic alarm o, or press the door
request switch if the key fob is in range.
AUTO UNLOCK
In the “Vehicle Settings” menu in the vehicle information display, there are three
options to choose from for the auto unlock function:
• OFF - Auto Unlock is disabled.
• Ignition OFF - All doors unlock when the ignition is turned o.
• Shift into Park - All doors unlock when the shift lever is moved to the
P (Park) position.
NISSAN INTELLIGENT KEY® BATTERY DISCHARGE
If the battery of the Intelligent Key is
discharged or environmental conditions
interfere with the Intelligent Key operation,
Key Battery Low will display in the
vehicle information display and the engine
will need to be started according to the
following procedure:
1. Move the shif t lever to the P (Park) position.
2. Firmly apply the foot brake.
3. Touch the ignition switch with the Intelligent Key. A chime will sound.
4. Within 10 seconds after the chime sounds, push the ignition switch while
depressing the brake pedal and the engine will start.
* State laws may apply; review local laws before using.
Please see your Owner’s Manual for important safety information, system limitations, and additional
operating and feature information.
For more information, refer to the “Instruments and controls (section 2)”, the “Pre-driving checks and
adjustments (section 3)”, the “Starting and driving (section 5)” and the “Do-it-yourself (section 8)” of
your Owner’s Manual.
Key
Battery Low
SEAT ADJUSTMENTS
SEAT FABRIC
If so equipped, your vehicle’s seats may be made from a material known as
Alcantara®. In the case of most localized stains, using lukewarm water and
soap will restore Alcantara® to its factory condition. For more details on proper
cleaning, please refer to your Owner’s Manual.
POWER SEATS
To slide the seat forward or backward, push
the switch forward or backward.
To recline the seatback, push the
switch forward or backward.
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To view detailed instructional videos regarding these and other features,
please go to www.nissanownersinfo.mobi.
POWER SEAT LIFTER (if so equipped)
To adjust the angle of the front seat cushion
or height of the seat, push the front or rear
end of the switch up or down.
POWER LUMBAR SUPPORT
(if so equipped for driver’s seat)
To adjust the seat lumbar support, push the
front or back end of the switch .
THIGH SUPPORT (if so equipped for driver’s seat)
Pull up and hold the lever to extend
the front portion of the seat to the
desired position.
FOLDING DOWN THE REAR SEAT
To fold the rear seatback, press down on
the button on the rear parcel shelf . The
passenger’s side rear seatback will release.
The pull straps located in the trunk will
release the rear seatbacks to allow them
to fold forward.
To raise the seatback, lift up each seatback
and push it to the upright position
until it is latched.
CLIMATE CONTROLLED SEATS (if so equipped)
The climate-controlled seat warms up or cools
down the front seat by blowing warm or cool air
from under the surface of the seat. To adjust the
temperature of the climate controlled seat:
Turn the knobs to the lef t to cool the seat
or to the right to heat the seat.
Please see your Owner’s Manual for important safety
information, system limitations, and additional operating and
feature information.
For more information, refer to the “Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system
(section 1)” and the “Instruments and controls (section 2)” of your Owner’s Manual.
AUTOMATIC DRIVE POSITIONER (if so equipped)
Two positions for the driver’s seat, steering column (if so equipped) and outside
mirrors can be stored in the automatic drive positioner memory.
Follow this procedure to set the memory positions:
• Place the ignition switch in the ON or ACC position. (The vehicle should be
stopped while setting the memory.)
• Adjust the driver’s seat, steering column (if so equipped) and outside mirrors to
the desired positions using the adjusting switches for each feature.
To view detailed instructional videos regarding these and other features,
please go to www.nissanownersinfo.mobi.
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• Push the SET switch
seconds, push the memory switch (1 or 2).
• The indicator light for the memory switch
you select will illuminate for approximately
5 seconds, and a chime will sound when the
memory is stored.
• The driver’s seat, steering column (if so equipped) and outside mirror positions
are now set to your preferences.
These memorized positions can also be linked to your Nissan Intelligent Key®.
Please see your Owner’s Manual for important safety information, system limitations, and additional
operating and feature information.
For more information, refer to the “Pre-driving checks and adjustments (section 3)” of your
Owner’s Manual.
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REAR DOOR ALERT
The Rear Door Alert functions under certain conditions to indicate there may be an
object or passenger in the rear seat(s). The system is activated when a rear door is
opened and closed within 10 minutes of the vehicle being driven.
REAR DOOR ALERT (ACTIVE)
When the system is active, and “Horn & Alert”
is selected in the vehicle information display,
the horn will sound three times and a Check
Rear Seat For All Articles warning will
appear on the display.
To activate Rear Door Alert in your vehicle
information display:
• Press the buttons on the steering wheel
until the “Settings” menu screen appears
and press the OK button.
• Using the
Settings”, “Rear Door Alert” and
press the OK button.
• Choose from the following options: “OFF”,
“Horn & Alert” or “Alert Only”, and then
press the OK button.
• To dismiss the warning, use the buttons
on the steering wheel to select “Dismiss
Message” and press the OK button. If no
selection is made, this message will disappear
after a period of time.
To temporarily disable Rear Door Alert for the remainder of the current trip,
use the
press the OK button.
Please see your Owner’s Manual for important safety information, system limitations, and additional
operating and feature information.
For more information, refer to the “Instruments and controls (section 2)” of your Owner’s Manual.
buttons, select “Vehicle
buttons on the steering wheel to select “Disable Alert” and
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To view detailed instructional videos regarding these and other features,
please go to www.nissanownersinfo.mobi.
STARTING/STOPPING THE ENGINE
It is important to make sure the Nissan
Intelligent Key® is with you (that is, in your
pocket or purse).
Depress the brake pedal.
Push the ignition switch to start the engine.
TURNING THE ENGINE OFF
Move the shif t lever to the P (Park) position.
Push the ignition switch to turn the engine o.
Please see your Owner’s Manual for important safety information, system limitations, and additional
operating and feature information.
For more information, refer to the “Starting and driving (section 5)” of your Owner’s Manual.
OUTSIDE MIRROR CONTROL SWITCH
The outside mirror remote control will
operate only when the ignition switch is in
the ACC or ON position.
To select the right or left side mirror, slide the
mirror control switch right or left.
To adjust the mirror angle, move the control
switch up, down, right or left.
To prevent accidentally moving the mirror,
slide the mirror control switch to the center (neutral) position.
REVERSE TILT-DOWN FEATURE (if so equipped)
The reverse tilt-down feature will turn both outside mirror surfaces downward to
provide better rear visibility close to the vehicle.
1. Apply the brake.
2. Place the ignition switch in the ON position.
3. Move the shift lever to the R (Reverse) position.
4. Both outside mirror surfaces will turn downward. (The mirror control switch
must be out of the center [neutral] position.)
The outside mirror surfaces will return to their original positions when one of the
following conditions occurs:
The shift lever is moved to any position other than R (Reverse).
The outside mirror control switch is set to the center (neutral) position.
The ignition switch is placed in the OFF position.
Please see your Owner’s Manual for important safety information, system limitations, and additional
operating and feature information.
For more information, refer to the “Pre-driving checks and adjustments (section 3)” of your
Owner’s Manual.
To view detailed instructional videos regarding these and other features,
please go to www.nissanownersinfo.mobi.
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HOMELINK
HOMELINK® UNIVERSAL TRANSCEIVER (if so equipped)
The HomeLink® Universal Transceiver can learn and consolidate the functions
of up to three dierent hand-held transmitters, operating items such as garage
doors, property gates, outdoor and indoor lights or alarm systems.
To program the HomeLink Universal Transceiver:
• Position the handheld transceiver 1-3 in (2-8 cm) away from the HomeLink
surface, keeping the HomeLink indicator light in view.
• Press and hold the desired HomeLink button and the handheld transmitter
button simultaneously until the HomeLink indicator light ashes slowly
and then rapidly.
• Both buttons may be released when the indicator light ashes rapidly.
To verify the programing is complete, press and hold the HomeLink button and
observe the indicator light:
• A solid, continuous light indicates the programing is complete and the
HomeLink button will activate your device.
• A blinking light that turns to a solid, continuous light after 2 seconds indicates
additional steps are required to complete the programing.
An additional person may make the remaining steps easier. To complete the
programing process:
• At the receiver of the device that you are programing to the HomeLink
button, press and release the “learn” or “smart” button (the name may vary by
manufacturer, but it is usually located near where the hanging antenna wire
is attached to the unit). You have approximately 30 seconds to initiate the
following step.
• Press and hold the programed button for 2 seconds and release.
You may have to repeat the previous two steps up to three times to complete
the programing process. HomeLink should now activate your device.
Please see your Owner’s Manual for important safety information, system limitations, and additional
operating and feature information.
For more information, refer to the “Instruments and controls (section 2)” of your Owner’s Manual, the
HomeLink website at www.homelink.com or call 1-800-355-3515.
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To view detailed instructional videos regarding these and other features,
please go to www.nissanownersinfo.mobi.
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