Nissan Altima Hybrid (2010 year). Instruction — part 21

WARNING

● Make sure the parking brake is securely

applied and the transmission is shifted
into P (Park).

● Never change tires when the vehicle is

on a slope, ice or slippery areas. This is
hazardous.

● Never change tires if oncoming traffic is

close to your vehicle. Wait for profes-
sional road assistance.

Blocking wheels

Place suitable blocks

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at both the front and

back of the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire

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to prevent the vehicle from moving when it is

jacked up.

WARNING

Be sure to block the wheel as the vehicle
may move and result in personal injury.

Getting the spare tire and tools

Open the trunk. Lift the trunk floor carpeting.
Remove the jack

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and wheel nut wrench

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from the holder. Lift the molded tool holder to
remove the spare tire.

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Turn the clamp to remove the spare tire.

Jacking up vehicle and removing the
damaged tire

WARNING

● Never get under the vehicle while it is

supported only by the jack. If it is nec-
essary to work under the vehicle, sup-
port it with safety stands.

● Use only the jack provided with your

vehicle to lift the vehicle. Do not use the
jack provided with your vehicle on other
vehicles. The jack is designed for lifting
only your vehicle during a tire change.

● Use the correct jack-up points. Never

use any other part of the vehicle for jack
support.

● Never jack up the vehicle more than

necessary.

● Never use blocks on or under the jack.
● Do not start or run the engine while

vehicle is on the jack. It may cause the
vehicle to move. This is especially true
for

vehicles

with

limited

slip

differentials.

● Do not allow passengers to stay in the

vehicle while it is on the jack.

● Never run the engine with a wheel(s) off

the ground. It may cause the vehicle to
move.

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Always refer to the proper illustrations for the
correct placement and jack-up points for your
specific vehicle model and jack type.

Carefully read the caution label attached to
the jack body and the following instruc-
tions.

1. Loosen each wheel nut one or two turns by

turning counterclockwise with the wheel nut
wrench. Do not remove the wheel nuts
until the tire is off the ground.

2. Place the jack directly under the jack-up

point as illustrated so the top of the jack
contacts the vehicle at the jack-up point.
Align the jack head between the two

notches in the front or the rear as shown.
Also fit the groove of the jack head between
the notches as shown.

The jack should be used on firm and
level ground.

3. To lift the vehicle, securely hold the jack lever

and rod with both hands. Carefully raise the
vehicle until the tire clears the ground. Re-
move the wheel nuts, and then remove the
tire.

Installing the spare tire

The spare tire is designed for emergency
use. See specific instructions under the
heading “Wheels and tires” in the “Mainte-
nance and do-it-yourself” section of this
manual.

1. Clean any mud or dirt from the surface be-

tween the wheel and hub.

2. Carefully put the spare tire on and tighten

the wheel nuts finger tight.

3. With the wheel nut wrench, tighten wheel

nuts alternately and evenly as illustrated until
they are tight.

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4. Lower the vehicle slowly until the tire

touches the ground. Then, with the wheel
nut wrench, tighten the wheel nuts securely
in the sequence illustrated (

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). Lower the vehicle completely.

WARNING

● Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly

tightened wheel nuts can cause the
wheel to become loose or come off.
This could cause an accident.

● Do not use oil or grease on the wheel

studs or nuts. This could cause the nuts
to become loose.

● Retighten the wheel nuts when the ve-

hicle has been driven for 600 miles
(1,000 km) (also in cases of a flat tire,
etc.).

As soon as possible, tighten the wheel nuts
to the specified torque with a torque
wrench.

Wheel nut tightening torque:

83 ft-lb (113 N·m)

The wheel nuts must be kept tightened to
specification at all times. It is recom-
mended that wheel nuts be tightened to
specifications at each lubrication interval.

Adjust tire pressure to the COLD pressure.

COLD pressure: After vehicle has been
parked for three hours or more or driven
less than 1 mile (1.6 km).

COLD tire pressures are shown on the tire
and loading information label affixed to the
driver side center pillar.

5. Securely store the flat tire and jacking equip-

ment in the vehicle.

6. Place the spare tire cover and the trunk floor

carpeting over the damaged tire.

7. Close the trunk.

WARNING

● Always make sure that the spare tire

and jacking equipment are properly se-
cured after use. Such items can become
dangerous projectiles in an accident or
sudden stop.

● The spare tire is designed for emer-

gency use. See specific instructions un-
der the heading “Wheels and tires” in
the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself”
section of this manual.

WARNING

● If the Hybrid System stops operating

while driving, the power assist for the
brakes and steering will not work. Brak-
ing and steering will be harder.

● If the Hybrid System stops operating

while driving, do not open any door until
the vehicle comes to a complete stop.
Opening a door will lock the steering
wheel. This may cause the driver to lose
control of the vehicle and could result in
serious vehicle damage or personal
injury.

The Hybrid System may stop operating while
driving if the high voltage battery becomes dis-
charged, the 12-volt battery becomes dis-
charged or the fuel tank is empty. If the Hybrid
System stops operating while driving, perform
the following:

1. Reduce your speed gradually. Pull to the

side of the road to a safe area.

2. Turn on the hazard warning flashers.

3. Set the “POWER” switch at ACC or OFF,

and try to start the Hybrid System.

4. If the Hybrid System will not start, see “Ve-

hicle does not start” in this section.

HYBRID SYSTEM STOPS
OPERATING WHILE DRIVING

6-6

In case of emergency

Before attempting to jump start the vehicle, make
sure the fuel tank is not empty and the correct
starting procedure is followed. See “Starting the
Hybrid System” in the “Starting and driving” sec-
tion. Do not drive the vehicle on battery power
only if the fuel tank is empty. The high voltage
battery will become discharged and the Hybrid
System will turn off.

CONFIRM BATTERY IS
DISCHARGED

Confirm the battery is discharged by pushing the
ignition switch to the ON position. Confirm the
instrument cluster or head lights come on at the
normal brightness levels or that other accesso-
ries such as the audio system come on. Push the
ignition switch to turn the Hybrid System on.

● If the lights do not dim or the accessories do

not turn off, see “Emergency start” in this
section.

● If the lights become dim or the accessories

turn off, check the following:

1. Check that the 12-volt battery terminals are

tight and clean. See “12-volt Battery” in the
“Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section.
The battery is located on the right hand side
of the trunk behind an access panel. If the
12-volt battery terminals are loose, contact
your NISSAN dealer.

2. If the 12-volt battery terminals are tight and

clean, try to jump start the vehicle. See
“Jump starting” in this section.

EMERGENCY START

When the Hybrid System cannot be started, the
following procedure can be used if the Hybrid
System and “POWER” switch function normally:

1. Put the transmission in P (Park) position.

2. Push the ignition switch to the ACC posi-

tion.

3. Depress the brake pedal.

4. Push and hold the ignition switch for about

15 seconds. Even if the Hybrid System
starts using this procedure, the system may
be malfunctioning. Do not continue to use
this emergency procedure to start the sys-
tem. Have the vehicle checked by your
NISSAN dealer.

If the Hybrid System still does not start, contact
you NISSAN dealer.

To start the Hybrid System with a booster battery,
the instructions and precautions below must be
followed.

WARNING

● The engine may start at any time with-

out warning when the ignition is on and
the Hybrid System is in the READY
mode. When Jump starting keep your
hands, clothing, hair and tools away
from fans, belts and any other parts that
can move to avoid personal injury.

● If done incorrectly, jump starting can

lead to a battery explosion, resulting in
severe injury or death. It could also
damage your vehicle.

● Explosive hydrogen gas is always

present in the vicinity of the battery.
Keep all sparks and flames away from
the battery.

● Do not allow battery fluid to come into

contact with eyes, skin, clothing or
painted surfaces. Battery fluid is a cor-
rosive sulfuric acid solution which can
cause severe burns. If the fluid should
come into contact with anything, imme-
diately flush the contacted area with
water.

VEHICLE DOES NOT START

JUMP STARTING

In case of emergency

6-7

● Keep battery out of the reach of

children.

● The booster battery must be rated at 12

volts. Use of an improperly rated battery
can damage your vehicle.

● Whenever working on or near a battery,

always wear suitable eye protectors (for
example, goggles or industrial safety
spectacles) and remove rings, metal
bands, or any other jewelry. Do not lean
over the battery when jump starting.

● Do not attempt to jump start a frozen

battery. It could explode and cause se-
rious injury.

● Your vehicle has an automatic engine

cooling fan. It could come on at any
time. Keep hands and other objects
away from it.

● Always follow the instructions below.

Failure to do so could result in damage
to the charging system and cause per-
sonal injury.

1. Locate the fusible link box behind the engine

air cleaner.

2. Push the tab in and lift up

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to remove the

lid and expose the remote positive battery
terminal

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3. If the booster battery is in another vehicle

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, position the two vehicles,

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and

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, to

bring their batteries near each other.

Do not allow the two vehicles to touch.

4. Apply the parking brake. Move the shift se-

lector to P (Park). Switch off all unnecessary
electrical systems (lights, heater, air condi-
tioner, etc.).

5. Remove vent caps on the battery (if so

equipped) of the vehicle with battery for
booster

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. Cover the battery with an old

cloth

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to reduce explosion hazard.

6. Connect jumper cables in the sequence il-

lustrated (

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CAUTION

● Always connect positive (⫹) to positive

(

⫹) and negative (⫺) to body ground (for

example, strut mounting bolt, engine
lift bracket, etc.) — not to the battery.

● Make sure the jumper cables do not

touch moving parts in the engine com-
partment and that the cable clamps do
not contact any other metal.

7. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and

let it run for a few minutes.

8. Hold down the brake pedal and press the

START button. The vehicle instruments and
gauges will light up, and the green

⬙READY⬙

light will come ON.

CAUTION

If the green READY light does not come
on, press the START button to turn the
Hybrid System OFF. Carefully disconnect
the negative cable then the positive cable.
Have vehicle taken to dealership for
repair.

9. After the green READY light in the meter

display comes ON, carefully disconnect the
negative cable and then the positive cable.

10. Replace the vent caps (if so equipped). Be

sure to dispose of the cloth used to cover
the vent holes as it may be contaminated
with corrosive acid.

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WARNING

Do not push start this vehicle. The three-
way catalyst may be damaged.

CAUTION

Hybrid models cannot be push-started or
tow-started. Attempting to do so may
cause electrical or transmission damage.

If your vehicle is overheating (indicated by the
high temperature warning light), or if you feel a
lack of engine power, detect abnormal noise, etc.
take the following steps.

WARNING

● Do not continue to drive if your vehicle

overheats. Doing so could cause engine
damage or a vehicle fire.

● To avoid the danger of being scalded,

never remove the radiator cap while the
engine and/or inverter is still hot. When
the radiator cap is removed, pressur-
ized hot water will spurt out, possibly
causing serious injury.

● Do not open the hood if steam is com-

ing out.

1. Move the vehicle safely off the road, apply

the parking brake and move the shift selector
to P (Park).

Do not turn the Hybrid System off.

2. Turn off the air conditioner. Open all the

windows, move the heater or air conditioner
temperature control to maximum hot and fan
control to high speed.

3. Get out of the vehicle. Look and listen for

steam or coolant escaping from the radiator
before opening the hood. (If steam or cool-
ant is escaping, turn the Hybrid System off.)
Do not open the hood further until no steam
or coolant can be seen.

4. Open the engine hood.

WARNING

If steam or water is coming from the en-
gine and/or inverter, stand clear to pre-
vent getting burned.

5. Visually check drive belts for damage or

looseness. Also check if the cooling fan is
running. The radiator hoses and radiator
should not leak water. If coolant is leaking,
the water pump belt is missing or loose, or
the cooling fan does not run, turn the Hybrid
System off.

WARNING

Be careful not to allow your hands, hair,
jewelry or clothing to come into contact
with, or get caught in, engine belts or the
engine cooling fan. The engine or engine
cooling fan can start at any time.

PUSH STARTING

IF YOUR VEHICLE OVERHEATS

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6. After the engine and inverter cools down,

check the coolant level in the engine and
inverter coolant reservoir tank with the en-
gine running. Add coolant to the engine and
inverter coolant reservoir tank if necessary.
Have your vehicle repaired at a NISSAN
dealer.

When towing your vehicle, all State (Provincial in
Canada) and local regulations for towing must be
followed. Incorrect towing equipment could dam-
age your vehicle. Towing instructions are avail-
able from a NISSAN dealer. Local service opera-
tors are generally familiar with the applicable laws
and procedures for towing. To assure proper
towing and to prevent accidental damage to your
vehicle, NISSAN recommends having a service
operator tow your vehicle. It is advisable to have
the service operator carefully read the following
precautions:

WARNING

● Never ride in a vehicle that is being

towed.

● Never get under your vehicle after it has

been lifted by a tow truck.

CAUTION

● When towing, make sure that the trans-

mission, axles, steering system and
powertrain are in working condition. If
any of these conditions apply, dollies or
a flatbed tow truck must be used.

● Always attach safety chains before

towing.

For information about towing your vehicle behind
a recreational vehicle (RV), refer to “Flat towing”
in the “Technical and consumer information” sec-
tion of this manual.

TOWING YOUR VEHICLE

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TOWING RECOMMENDED BY
NISSAN

NISSAN recommends that your vehicle be towed
with the driving (front) wheels off the ground or
place the vehicle on a flat bed truck as illustrated.

WARNING

If your vehicle needs to be towed, do it
with the front wheels raised. If the front
wheels are on the ground when towing,
the traction motor may generate electric-
ity. This may damage the Hybrid System
components and cause a fire.

CAUTION

● Never tow this vehicle with the front

wheels on the ground or four wheels on
the ground (forward or backward), as
this may cause serious and expensive
damage to the transmission. If it is nec-
essary to tow the vehicle with the rear
wheels raised always use towing dollies
under the front wheels.

● When towing with the front wheels on

towing dollies:

– Push the ignition switch to the OFF

position, and secure the steering
wheel in a straight-ahead position
with a rope or similar device.

– Move the shift selector to the N (Neu-

tral) position.

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● When towing hybrid vehicles with the

rear wheels on the ground (if you do not
use towing dollies): Always release the
parking brake.

VEHICLE RECOVERY (freeing a stuck
vehicle)

Pulling a stuck vehicle

WARNING

To avoid vehicle damage, serious per-
sonal injury or death when recovering a
stuck vehicle:

● Contact a professional towing service

to recover the vehicle if you have any
questions

regarding

the

recovery

procedure.

● Do not use the vehicle tie-downs to tow

or free a stuck vehicle.

● Only use devices specifically designed

for vehicle recovery and follow the
manufacturer’s instructions.

● Always pull the recovery device straight

out from the front of the vehicle. Never
pull at an angle.

● Route recovery devices so they do not

touch any part of the vehicle except the
attachment point.

If your vehicle is stuck in sand, snow, mud, etc.,
use a tow strap or other device designed specifi-
cally for vehicle recovery. Always follow the
manufacturer’s instructions for the recovery de-
vice.

Do not use the tie-down hooks for towing or
vehicle recovery.

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Rocking a stuck vehicle

WARNING

● Stand clear of a stuck vehicle.
● Do not spin your tires at high speed.

This could cause them to explode and
result in serious injury. Parts of your
vehicle could also overheat and be
damaged.

If your vehicle is stuck in sand, snow, mud, etc.,
use the following procedure:

1. Make sure the area in front and behind the

vehicle is clear of obstructions.

2. Turn the steering wheel right and left to clear

an area around the front tires.

3. Slowly rock the vehicle forward and back-

ward.

● Shift back and forth between R (Reverse)

and D (Drive).

● Apply the accelerator as little as possible

to maintain the rocking motion.

● Release the accelerator pedal before

shifting between R (Reverse) and D
(Drive).

● Do not spin the tires above 35 mph (55

km/h).

4. If the vehicle cannot be freed after a few

tries, contact a professional towing service
to remove the vehicle.

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7 Appearance and care

Cleaning exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2

Cleaning interior. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4

High voltage battery air vent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-5
Air fresheners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-5
Floor mats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-5
Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-6

Corrosion protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-6

Most common factors contributing to vehicle
corrosion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-6
Environmental factors influence the rate of
corrosion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-6
To protect your vehicle from corrosion . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7

In order to maintain the appearance of your ve-
hicle, it is important to take proper care of it.

To protect the paint surfaces, please 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 drop-

pings, tree sap, metal particles or bugs get
on the paint surface.

● when dust or mud builds up on the surface.

Whenever possible, store or park your vehicle
inside a garage or in a covered area.

When it is necessary to park outside, park in a
shady area or protect the vehicle with a body
cover.

Be careful not to scratch the paint surface
when putting on or removing the body
cover.

WASHING

Wash dirt off with a wet sponge and plenty of
water. Clean the vehicle thoroughly using a mild
soap, a special vehicle soap or general purpose
dishwashing liquid mixed with clean, lukewarm
(never hot) water.

CAUTION

● Do not use car washes that use acid in

the detergent. Some car washes, espe-
cially brushless ones, use some acid for
cleaning. The acid may react with some
plastic vehicle components, causing
them to crack. This could affect their
appearance, and also could cause them
not to function properly. Always check
with your car wash to confirm that acid
is not used.

● Do not wash the vehicle with strong

household soap, strong chemical deter-
gents, gasoline or solvents.

● Do not wash the vehicle in direct sun-

light or while the vehicle body is hot, as
the surface may become water-spotted.

● Avoid using tight-napped or rough

cloths, such as washing mitts. Care
must

taken

when

removing

caked-on dirt or other foreign sub-
stances so the paint surface is not
scratched or damaged.

Rinse the vehicle thoroughly with plenty of clean
water.

Inside flanges, seams and folds on the doors,
hatches and hood are particularly vulnerable to

the effects of road salt. Therefore, these areas
must be cleaned regularly. Take care that the
drain holes in the lower edge of the door are
open. Spray water under the body and in the
wheel wells to loosen the dirt and wash away
road salt.

A damp chamois can be used to dry the vehicle to
avoid water spots.

WAXING

Regular waxing protects the paint surface and
helps retain new vehicle appearance. Polishing is
recommended to remove built-up wax residue
and to avoid a weathered appearance before
re-applying wax.

A NISSAN dealer can assist you in choosing the
proper product.

● Wax your vehicle only after a thorough wash-

ing. Follow the instructions supplied with the
wax.

● Do not use a wax containing any abrasives,

cutting compounds or cleaners that may
damage the vehicle finish.

Machine compounding or aggressive polishing
on a base coat/clear coat paint finish may dull the
finish or leave swirl marks.

CLEANING EXTERIOR

7-2

Appearance and care

REMOVING SPOTS

Remove tar and oil spots, industrial dust, insects,
and tree sap as quickly as possible from the
surface of the paint to avoid lasting damage or
staining. Special cleaning products are available
at a NISSAN dealer or any automotive accessory
store.

UNDERBODY

In areas where road salt is used in winter, it is
necessary to clean the underbody regularly in
order to prevent dirt and salt from building up and
causing the acceleration of corrosion on the un-
derbody and suspension. Before the winter pe-
riod and again in the spring, the underseal must
be checked and, if necessary, retreated.

GLASS

When cleaning the rear window, it may be easier
to clean if the high-mounted stop light (if so
equipped) is removed first.

Be careful when removing the high-mounted
stop light to reduce the risk of damaging the
high-mounted stop light wires.

To remove the high-mounted stop light:

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Push toward rear of vehicle.

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Lift to remove.

The high-mounted stop light must be properly
reinstalled before driving your vehicle.

Use glass cleaner to remove smoke and dust film
from the glass surfaces. It is normal for glass to
become coated with a film after the vehicle is
parked in the hot sun. Glass cleaner and a soft
cloth will easily remove this film.

CAUTION

When cleaning the inside of the windows,
do not use sharp-edged tools, abrasive
cleaners or chlorine-based disinfectant
cleaners. They could damage the electri-
cal conductors, radio antenna elements or
rear window defroster elements.

ALUMINUM ALLOY WHEELS

Wash the wheels regularly with a sponge damp-
ened in a mild soap solution, especially during
winter months in areas where road salt is used. If
not removed, road salt can discolor the wheels.

CAUTION

Follow the directions below to avoid
staining or discoloring the wheels:

● Do not use a cleaner that uses strong

acid or alkali contents to clean the
wheels.

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● Do not apply wheel cleaners to the

wheels when they are hot. The wheel
temperature should be the same as am-
bient temperature.

● Rinse the wheel to completely remove

the cleaner within 15 minutes after the
cleaner is applied.

CHROME PARTS

Clean all chrome parts regularly with a non-
abrasive chrome polish to maintain the finish.

TIRE DRESSINGS

NISSAN does not recommend the use of tire
dressings. Tire manufacturers apply a coating to
the tires to help reduce discoloration of the rub-
ber. If a tire dressing is applied to the tires, it may
react with the coating and form a compound. This
compound may come off the tire while driving and
stain the vehicle paint.

If you choose to use a tire dressing, take the
following precautions:

● Use a water-based tire dressing. The coat-

ing on the tire dissolves more easily than
with an oil-based tire dressing.

● Apply a light coat of tire dressing to help

prevent

from

entering

the

tire

tread/grooves (where it would be difficult to
remove).

● Wipe off excess tire dressing using a dry

towel. Make sure the tire dressing is com-
pletely removed from the tire tread/grooves.

● Allow the tire dressing to dry as recom-

mended by the tire dressing manufacturer.

Occasionally remove loose dust from the interior
trim, plastic parts and seats using a vacuum
cleaner or soft bristled brush. Wipe the vinyl and
leather surfaces with a clean, soft cloth damp-
ened in mild soap solution, then wipe clean with a
dry, soft cloth.

Regular care and cleaning is required in order to
maintain the appearance of the leather.

Before using any fabric protector, read the manu-
facturer’s recommendations. Some fabric pro-
tectors contain chemicals that may stain or
bleach the seat material.

Use a cloth dampened only with water to clean
the meter and gauge lens.

WARNING

Do not use water or acidic cleaners (hot
steam cleaners) on the seat. This can
damage the seat or occupant classifica-
tion sensor. This can also affect the opera-
tion of the air bag system and result in
serious personal injury.

CLEANING INTERIOR

7-4

Appearance and care

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