What to do if your Nissan Altima indicator light does not turn off?
If the light does not turn off after a few driving trips, have the vehicle inspected by a NISSAN dealer. You do not need to have your vehicle towed to the dealer. ● Malfunction Indicator Light blinking — An engine misfire has been detected which may damage the emission control system.
Where can I find the Nissan Altima owners manual?
Nissan Altima Owners Manual/ Instruments and controls/ Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders/ Indicator lights For additional information on warnings and indicators, see “Vehicle information display” later in this section. Front fog light indicator light (if so equipped)
How does dynamic control work on Nissan Altima?
Push the Vehicle Dynamic Control off switch again or restart the engine and the system will be reactivated. See “Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual. The Vehicle Dynamic Control light also comes on when you push the push-button ignition switch to the ON position.
Why does the malfunction indicator light come on when the engine is running?
If this indicator light comes on steady or blinks while the engine is running, it may indicate a potential emission control malfunction. The Malfunction Indicator Light may also come on steady if the fuel-filler cap is loose or missing, or if the vehicle runs out of fuel.
If the light does not turn off after a few driving trips, have the vehicle inspected by a NISSAN dealer. You do not need to have your vehicle towed to the dealer. ● Malfunction Indicator Light blinking — An engine misfire has been detected which may damage the emission control system.
Nissan Altima Owners Manual/ Instruments and controls/ Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders/ Indicator lights For additional information on warnings and indicators, see “Vehicle information display” later in this section. Front fog light indicator light (if so equipped)
Push the Vehicle Dynamic Control off switch again or restart the engine and the system will be reactivated. See “Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual. The Vehicle Dynamic Control light also comes on when you push the push-button ignition switch to the ON position.
When to turn off emission control system light?
light should turn off if no other potential emission control system malfunction exists. If this indicator light comes on steady for 20 seconds and then blinks for 10 seconds when the engine is not running, it indicates that the vehicle is not ready for an emission control system inspection/maintenance test.