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Nissan Altima (L33) 2013-2018 Owners Manual: Draining of coolant water

If the vehicle is to be left outside without antifreeze, drain the cooling system, including the engine block. Refill before operating the vehicle.

For details, see “Changing engine coolant” in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section of this manual.

Battery

If the battery is not fully charged during extremely cold weather conditions, the battery fluid may freeze and damage the battery. To maintain maximum efficiency, the battery should be checked reg ...

Tire equipment

1. SUMMER tires have a tread designed to provide superior performance on dry pavement. However, the performance of these tires will be substantially reduced in snowy and icy conditions. If you o ...

Other materials:

Brake fluid
For additional information on brake fluid specification, see "Recommended fluids/ lubricants and capacities". WARNING Use only new fluid from a sealed container. Old, inferior or contaminated fluid may damage the brake system. The use of improper fluids can damage the brake system and affect ...

Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) test
WARNING A vehicle equipped with All-Wheel Drive (AWD) should never be tested using a two wheel dynamometer (such as the dynamometers used by some states for emissions testing), or similar equipment. Make sure you inform the test facility personnel that your vehicle is equipped with AWD before it is ...

Vehicle identification
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) plate The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) plate is attached as shown. This number is the identification for your vehicle and is used in the vehicle registration. Vehicle identification number (chassis number) The vehicle identification number is located as s ...