Nissan Altima Owners Manual: Measurement of weights
Secure loose items to prevent weight shifts that could affect the balance of your vehicle. When the vehicle is loaded, drive to a scale and weigh the front and the rear wheels separately to determine axle loads. Individual axle loads should not exceed either of the gross axle weight ratings (GAWR). The total of the axle loads should not exceed the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR). These ratings are given on the vehicle certification label. If weight ratings are exceeded, move or remove items to bring all weights below the ratings.
Loading tips
● The GVW must not exceed GVWR
or GAWR as specified on the
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification
label.
● Do not load the front and rear axle to
the GAWR. Doing so will exceed the
GVWR ...
Towing a trailer
Do not tow a trailer with your vehicle.
FLAT TOWING
Towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the
ground is sometimes called flat towing. This
method is sometimes used when towing a vehicle
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Other materials:
Optical sensor
Description
The optical sensor converts the outside brightness (lux) to voltage and
transmits the optical sensor signal to
the BCM.
Component Function Check
1.CHECK OPTICAL SENSOR SIGNAL BY CONSULT-III
1. Turn the ignition switch ON.
2. Select "OPTICAL SENSOR" of BCM (HEAD LAMP ...
S Terminal circuit
Description
The output voltage of the generator is controlled by the IC regulator at
terminal “3” (S) detecting the input voltage.
Terminal “3” circuit detects the battery voltage to adjust the generator output
voltage with the IC regulator.
Diagnosis Procedure
1.CHECK VOLTAGE REG ...
Hazard warning flasher switch
Push the switch on to warn other drivers when
you must stop or park under emergency conditions.
All turn signal lights flash.
WARNING
● If stopping for an emergency, be sure to
move the vehicle well off the road.
● Do not use the hazard warning flashers
while moving on the hig ...