Nissan ALTIMA 2023 Warnings and Indicators

A complex array of indicators and warning lights is a key component in improving vehicle awareness and safety in the 2023 Nissan Altima. These clear alerts address a number of important topics, such as airbag operation, braking systems, tire pressure, engine performance, and other driver-assistance features like TPMS, blind spot warning, lane departure warning, and forward collision warning. The 2023 Nissan Altima is a trustworthy and cutting-edge option for contemporary driving since it recognizes and reacts to these alerts, ensuring not only the safety of the car but also that of its occupants and other drivers.

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VEHICLE INFORMATION DISPLAY WARNINGS AND INDICATORS

The following messages may appear in your vehicle information display.

Engine start operation for Intelligent Key system (if I-Key battery level is low)
This indicator appears when the battery of the Intelligent Key is low and when the Intelligent Key system and the vehicle are not communicating normally. If this appears, touch the ignition switch with the Intelligent Key while depressing the brake pedal.

Key Battery Low
This indicator appears when the Intelligent Key battery is running out of power. If this indicator appears, replace the battery with a new one.

Key ID Incorrect
This warning appears when the ignition switch is placed from the OFF position and the Intelligent Key is not recognized by the system. You cannot start the engine with an unregistered key.

Key System Error: See Owner’s Manual
After the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, this warning appears for a period of time and then turns off. The Key System Error message warns of a malfunction with the Intelligent Key system. If the warning appears while the engine is stopped, it may be impossible to start the engine. If the warning appears while the engine is running, you can drive the vehicle. However, in these cases, have the system checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

No Key Detected
This warning appears when the Intelligent Key is left outside the vehicle with the ignition switch in the ON position. Make sure the Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle.

Brightness indicator
This indicator appears when the vehicle information display screen brightness is being adjusted.

Alarm— Time for a driver break
This indicator appears when the set time is reached. The time can be set up to six hours.

Chassis Control System Error: See Owner’s Manual
This warning appears if there is an error in the Automatic Brake Hold system. Has the system checked? It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

Rear Door Alert is activated
When the system is enabled, this message appears when the Rear Door Alert system is active and can remind the driver to check the back seat.

• Using the steering wheel switch, a driver can select “Dismiss Message” to clear the display for a period of time. If no selection is made, this message automatically turns off after a period of time.
• Using the steering wheel switch, a driver can select “Disable Alert” to disable the horn alert for the remainder of the current trip.

WARNING
Selecting “Dismiss Message” during a stop within a trip temporarily dis-misses the message for that stop without turning the system off. Alerts can be provided for other stops during the trip. Selecting “Disable Alert” turns off the Rear Door Alert system for the remainder of a trip and no audible alert will be provided.

NOTE:
This system is disabled until a driver enables it using the vehicle information display.

Check the Rear Seat For All Articles
When the system is enabled, this message appears when the vehicle comes to a complete stop, the vehicle is transitioned from the D (Drive) position to P (Park) position, and the driver exits the vehicle. This message alerts the driver, after a period of time, to check for items in the rear seat after the audible alert has been provided.

NOTE:
This system is disabled until a driver enables it using the vehicle information display.

Door/Trunk Open
This warning appears when a door or the trunk has been opened.

Drive sport mode indicator
A small “S” appears to the right of the Trans-mission Shift Position indicator in the vehicle information display when the drive sport mode is engaged. Activate the drive sport mode by pushing the switch on the shift lever while the shift lever is in the D (Drive) position.

Engine Oil Service due in–––miles
This distance to oil change will display if the distance to an oil change is approximately 1,000 miles (1,600 km) or less. Several reminders will display until the remaining distance is 0.

Engine Oil Service due now
This message will be displayed when the remaining distance is 0, indicating service is now due/overdue. After service is completed, the Oil Control System should be reset from the Maintenance settings menu.

Loose Fuel Cap
This warning appears when the fuel-filler cap is not tightened correctly after the vehicle has been refueled.

Low Fuel
This warning appears when the fuel level in the fuel tank is getting low. Refuel as soon as it is convenient, preferably before the fuel gauge reaches 0 (Empty). There will be a small reserve of fuel in the tank when the fuel gauge needle reaches 0 (Empty).

Low Oil Pressure Stop Vehicle
This warning appears if low oil pressure is detected. If the warning appears during normal driving, pull off the road in a safe area and stop the engine immediately. Have the system checked? It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer or other authorized repair shop for this service. The low oil pressure warning is not designed to indicate a low oil level. Use the dipstick to check the oil level.

Low outside temperature indicator
This indicator appears if the outside temperature is below 37°F (3°C). The temperature can be changed to display in Fahrenheit or Celsius.

Low Washer Fluid
This warning appears when the windshield-washer fluid is at a low level. Add windshield washer fluid as necessary.

Power will turn off to save the battery
This message appears after a period of time if the ignition switch is in the ON position and if the vehicle is in P (Park). For additional information, see

“Push-button ignition switch positions”.
Power was turned off to save the battery This message appears after the ignition switch is automatically turned off.

Push brake and start button to drive
This indicator appears when the shift lever is in the P (Park) position and the vehicle has not been started. Start the engine by pushing the ignition switch with the brake pedal depressed. You can start the engine from any position of the ignition switch. This message also appears when the vehicle has been started using the Remote Engine Start function (if so equipped). Push the ignition switch with the brake pedal depressed to place the ignition switch in the ON position.

Reminder Turn OFF the Headlights
This warning appears when the headlights are left in the ON position when exiting the vehicle. Place the headlight switch in the OFF or AUTO position. Release Parking Brake This warning appears when the parking brake is set and the vehicle is driven.

Shift to Park
This warning appears when the ignition switch is in the AUTO ACC or OFF position and the shift lever is not in the P (Park) position. Also, a chime sounds when the ignition switch is in the AUTO ACC or OFF position. If this warning appears, move the shift lever to the P (Park) position and start the engine.

Shipping Mode On Push Storage Fuse
This warning may appear if the extended storage switch is not pushed in. When this warning appears, push in the extended storage switch to turn off the warning.

Rear seat belt warning

• This warning includes the display of the seat belts for rear positions only. Rear seat belts that are unfastened will appear red.
• If any rear seat belts are unfastened when the ignition switch is pushed to the ON position, this warning will display for about one minute, or until dismissed.
• When a rear seat belt is changed from fastened to unfastened, this warning will display for over one minute, or until dismissed.
• If the vehicle is driven above 9 mph (15 km/h) during or after the status change, this warning will display and the chime will sound for over one minute. During this time, the warning and chime cannot be dismissed unless the rear seat belt is fastened again.

NOTE:
Opening and closing a rear door while stopped will reset this warning, similar to pushing the ignition switch to ON again.

Tire Pressure Low – Add Air
This warning appears when the low tire pressure warning light in the meter illuminates and low tire pressure is detected. The warning appears each time the ignition switch is placed in the ON position as long as the low tire pressure warning light remains illuminated. If this warning appears, stop the vehicle and adjust the tire pressures of all four tires to the recommended COLD tire pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label.

Transmission Shift Position indicator
This indicator shows the transmission shift position.

Service CVT
This warning appears when there is a problem with the CVT system. If this warning appears, have the system checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

CVT hot Power reduced
This transmission has a high fluid temperature protection mode. If the fluid temperature becomes too high (for example, climbing steep grades in high temperatures with heavy loads, such as when towing a trailer), engine power and, under some conditions, vehicle speed will be decreased automatically to reduce the chance of transmission damage. Vehicle speed can be controlled with the accelerator pedal, but the engine and vehicle speed may be reduced.

WARNING
When the high fluid temperature protection mode operation occurs, vehicle speed may be gradually reduced. The reduced speed may be lower than other traffic, which could increase the chance of a collision. Be especially careful when driving. If necessary, pull to the side of the road at a safe place and allow the transmission to return to normal operation; or have it repaired if necessary.

CVT (AT) Malfunction Service now
This warning appears when there is a problem with the CVT system. If this warning comes on, have the system checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

CVT (AT) Stop the vehicle
This message appears 30 seconds before the vehicle is shut down due to an above-normal operating transmission temperature. The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) and malfunction warning (red) will illuminate. Has the system been checked? It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer immediately for this service.

Engine Stalled: Stop safely
This message appears 30 seconds before the vehicle is shut down due to an above-normal operating exhaust temperature. The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) and malfunction warning (red) will illuminate. Has the system been checked? It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer immediately for this service.

Engine Malfunction Power reduced Service now
This warning appears when the engine is not operating under normal conditions. If this warning appears, have the system checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

Engine Malfunction Service now
This warning appears when there is a problem with the engine. If this warning appears, have the system checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

Engine hot Power reduced
This engine has a high fluid temperature protection mode. If the fluid temperature becomes too high (for example, climbing steep grades in high temperatures with heavy loads, such as when towing a trailer), engine power and, under some conditions, vehicle speed will be decreased automatically to reduce the chance of engine damage. Vehicle speed can be controlled with the accelerator pedal, but the engine and vehicle speed may be reduced.

WARNING
When the high fluid temperature protection mode operation occurs, vehicle speed may be gradually reduced. The reduced speed may be lower than other traffic, which could increase the chance of a collision. Be especially careful when driving. If necessary, pull to the side of the road at a safe place and allow the engine to return to normal operation; or have it repaired if necessary.

Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) with Pedestrian Detection emergency warning indicator

This indicator appears along, with an audible warning when the system detects the possibility of a forward collision.

Blind Spot Warning (BSW) indicator
This indicator appears when the BSW system is engaged.

Cruise control indicator
This indicator shows the cruise control system status. When cruise control is activated, a green circle will appear to indicate it is set. The vehicle information display will also display the speed the cruise control was set at. If you accelerate past the set speed, the speed will blink until you either cancel cruise control or go back to the set speed. If cruise control is on and canceled, the speed will be displayed to show the speed the vehicle will return to if the resume button is activated Forward Driving Aids Temporarily Disabled Front Sensor Blocked See Owner’s Manual mud, dirt, snow, ice, etc.

• inclement weather (rain, fog, snow, etc.).
  All forward driving aids are temporarily disabled until the system detects that the front radar sensor is no longer obstructed.
  For additional information, see:
  • Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) with Pedestrian Detection
  • Intelligent Forward Collision Warning (I-FCW)

Driver Attention Alert Malfunction
This warning appears when the Intelligent Driver Alertness (I-DA) system is not functioning properly.

Take a break?
This alert appears when the Intelligent Driver Alertness (I-DA) system has detected that the driver may be displaying fatigue or a lack of attention.

Lane Departure Warning (LDW) indicator
This indicator appears when the LDW system is engaged.

Malfunction See Owner’s Manual
This warning appears when one of the following systems (if so equipped) is not functioning properly:

• Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) with Pedestrian Detection
• Blind Spot Warning (BSW)
• Driver Attention Alert
• Intelligent Forward Collision Warning (I-FCW)
• Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
• Rear Automatic Braking (RAB)
• Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)

If one or more of these warnings appear, have the system checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

Parking Sensor Error: See Owner’s Manual
This warning appears when there is an error with the system.

Rear Automatic Braking (RAB) system warning indicator
This indicator appears to indicate the status of the Rear Automatic Braking (RAB) system.

Unavailable High Cabin Temperature
This message appears when the camera detects an interior temperature of more than 104°F (40°C).

Unavailable Side Radar Obstruction
This message appears when the Blind Spot Warning (BSW)/Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) systems become unavailable because a radar blockage is detected.

The vehicle ahead detection indicator
This indicator shows when the following systems are engaging and have detected a vehicle:

• Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) with Pedestrian Detection
• Intelligent Forward Collision Warning (I-FCW)

FAQ

What is the Intelligent Forward Collision Warning system on the Nissan ALTIMA 2023?
Answer: The Intelligent Forward Collision Warning system uses sensors to detect the distance and speed of the vehicle ahead and alerts the driver if there is a risk of a frontal collision.

What is the Blind Spot Warning system on the Nissan ALTIMA 2023?
Answer: The Blind Spot Warning system uses sensors to detect vehicles in the driver’s blind spots and provides a visual alert if a turn signal is activated.

What is the Tire Pressure Monitoring System on the Nissan ALTIMA 2023?
Answer: The Tire Pressure Monitoring System monitors the air pressure in the tires and alerts the driver if the pressure is too low.

What is the Intelligent Driver Alertness system on the Nissan ALTIMA 2023?
Answer: The Intelligent Driver Alertness system monitors the driver’s behavior and alerts them if they show signs of drowsiness or distraction.

What is the Lane Departure Warning system on the Nissan ALTIMA 2023?
Answer: The Lane Departure Warning system uses cameras to detect when the vehicle is drifting out of its lane and provides an audible and visual alert to the driver.

What is the Rear Cross Traffic Alert system on the Nissan ALTIMA 2023?
Answer: The Rear Cross Traffic Alert system uses sensors to detect vehicles approaching from the side when the vehicle is in reverse and provides an audible and visual alert to the driver.

What is the Automatic Emergency Braking system on the Nissan ALTIMA 2023?
Answer: The Automatic Emergency Braking system uses sensors to detect a potential frontal collision and can apply the brakes automatically to help avoid or mitigate a collision.

What is the High Beam Assist system on the Nissan ALTIMA 2023?
Answer: The High Beam Assist system automatically switches between high and low beam headlights based on the presence of other vehicles.

What is the Intelligent Around View Monitor on the Nissan ALTIMA 2023?
Answer: The Intelligent Around View Monitor uses cameras to provide a bird’s-eye view of the vehicle and its surroundings to assist with parking and maneuvering in tight spaces.

What is the Intelligent Lane Intervention system on the Nissan ALTIMA 2023?
Answer: The Intelligent Lane Intervention system provides corrective steering assistance if the vehicle starts to drift out of its lane.

What is the Forward Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection system on the Nissan ALTIMA 2023?
Answer: The Forward Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection system uses sensors to detect pedestrians in the vehicle’s path and can apply the brakes automatically to help avoid or mitigate a collision.

What is the Intelligent Rear View Mirror on the Nissan ALTIMA 2023?
Answer: The Intelligent Rear rear-view mirror uses a camera to provide a clear view behind the vehicle, even if the rear window is obstructed.

What is the Blind Spot Intervention system on the Nissan ALTIMA 2023?
Answer: The Blind Spot Intervention system provides steering assistance to keep the vehicle within its lane if a vehicle is detected in the driver’s blind spot.

What is the Traffic Sign Recognition system on the Nissan ALTIMA 2023?
Answer: The Traffic Sign Recognition system uses cameras to detect and display speed limit signs and other traffic signs in the vehicle’s instrument panel.

What is the Intelligent Forward Collision Warning with Intelligent Emergency Braking System on the Nissan ALTIMA 2023?
Answer: The Intelligent Forward Collision Warning with Intelligent Emergency Braking system combines the Forward Collision Warning and Automatic Emergency Braking systems to detect and help prevent frontal collisions.

How to turn off weather alerts Nissan Altima 2023?
To 2023 Nissan Altima turn off weather alerts in your 2023 Nissan Altima, you should first access the infotainment system. Navigate to the settings menu and look for the ‘Traffic and Weather’ option or a similar category. Within this section, you’ll find settings related to weather alerts. Here, you can toggle off the weather alerts feature. If you’re unable to locate the option or if the process is different due to specific software updates, it’s advisable to consult your vehicle’s manual or contact a Nissan dealership for precise guidance.

Useful Link

View Full User Guide: Nissan ALTIMA 2023 User Guide | Auto User Guide
Download Manuals: https://www.nissanusa.com/owners/ownership/manuals-guides.html
2023 Nissan Altima Specs, Price, Features, and Mileage (Brochure)