Nissan Altima Owners Manual: Passenger compartment

Fusible links


Fusible links

If the electrical equipment does not operate and fuses are in good condition, check the fusible links. If any of these fusible links are melted, replace with only Genuine NISSAN parts.

CAUTION

Never use a fuse of a higher or lower amperage rating than specified on the fuse box cover. This could damage the electrical system or cause a fire.

If any electrical equipment does not operate, check for an open fuse.

1. Be sure the ignition switch and the headlight switch are OFF.

2. Pull the fuse box cover to remove.

3. Remove the fuse with the fuse puller.

Type A


Type A

4. If the fuse is open A , replace it with an equivalent good fuse B .

5. Push the fuse box cover to install.

6. If a new fuse also opens, have the electrical system checked and repaired by a NISSAN dealer.

Type B


Type B

Extended storage switch


Extended storage switch

If any electrical equipment does not operate, remove the extended storage switch and check for an open fuse.

NOTE:

The extended storage switch is used for long term vehicle storage. Even if the extended storage switch is broken it is not necessary to replace it. Replace only the open fuse in the switch with a new fuse.

How to replace the extended storage switch:

1. To remove the extended storage switch, be sure the ignition switch is in the OFF or LOCK position.

2. Be sure the headlight switch is in the OFF position.

3. Remove the fuse box cover.

4. Pinch the locking tabs 1 found on each side of the storage switch.

5. Pull the storage switch straight out from the fuse box 2 .

    Engine compartment
    CAUTION Never use a fuse of a higher or lower amperage rating than specified on the fuse box cover. This could damage the electrical system or cause a fire. If any electrical equipment does not ...

    Battery replacement
    CAUTION Be careful not to allow children to swallow the battery or removed parts. NISSAN INTELLIGENT KEY® Replace the battery in the Intelligent Key as follows: 1. Remove the mechanical key from ...

    Other materials:

    How to use the APPS button
    For more information about the “SiriusXM Travel Link”, and “SiriusXM Traffic” features, see the separate Navigation System Owner’s Manual. For more information about the “My Apps” key, see “NissanConnect APP Smartphone Integration (if so equipped)” in this section. For ...

    Engine control system
    System Diagram System Description ECM performs various controls such as fuel injection control and ignition timing control. Component Parts Location 1. Power valve actuator 1 2. Intake valve timing control solenoid valve (bank 1) 3. Power steering pressure sensor 4. Intake valve timi ...

    P0117, p0118 ect sensor
    Description The engine coolant temperature sensor is used to detect the engine coolant temperature. The sensor modifies a voltage signal from the ECM. The modified signal returns to the ECM as the engine coolant temperature input. The sensor uses a thermistor which is sensitive to the change i ...