Nissan Altima (L33) 2013-2018 Owners Manual: Increasing fuel economy
● Keep your engine tuned up.
● Follow the recommended scheduled maintenance.
● Keep the tires inflated to the correct pressure.
Low tire pressure increases tire wear
and lowers fuel economy.
● Keep the wheels in correct alignment. Improper
alignment increases tire wear and
lowers fuel economy.
● Use the recommended viscosity engine oil.
See “Engine oil and oil filter recommendations”
in “Technical and consumer information”
in this manual.
Follow these easy-to-use Fuel Efficient Driving
Tips to help you achieve the most fuel economy
from your vehicle.
1. Use Smooth Accelerator and Brake
Pedal Application
● Avoid rapid start ...
WARNING
● Do not stop or park the vehicle over
flammable materials such as dry grass,
waste paper or rags. They may ignite
and cause a fire.
● Safe parking procedures require that
...
Other materials: Cleaning exterior
In order to maintain the appearance of
your vehicle, it is important to take proper
care of it.
To protect the paint surfaces, wash your
vehicle as soon as you can:
After a rainfall to prevent possible damage
from acid rain.
After driving on coastal roads.
When contaminants such as soot, bird
...
Manual shift mode (if so
equipped)
When the shift lever is in the D (Drive) position
and the drive sport mode switch is
pushed, the transmission is ready for the
manual shift mode. Shift ranges can be
selected manually by pulling the right-side
or left-side paddle shifter.
When shifting up, pull the right side paddle
shifter (+) B. ...
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)
(for vehicles with ProPILOT Assist)
WARNING
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions
for proper use of the ICC system
could result in serious injury or
death.
The ICC system is only an aid to assist
the driver and is not a collision
warning or avoidance device. It is recommended for
highway use only and
it is not intended ...
Fuel efficient driving tips
Parking/parking on hills