Nissan Altima (L34) 2019-2024 Owners Manual: Headlight control switch

Type A (if so equipped)

Lighting

1. Rotate the switch to the position, and the front parking, tail, license plate, and instrument panel lights will come on. The will illuminate in the meter.
2. Rotate the switch to the position, and the headlights will come on and all the other lights remain on.

Type B (if so equipped)

NOTE:

The Light Guidance feature may be disabled.

For additional information, see "Vehicle information display-5 inch (13 cm) Type A" or "Vehicle information display-7 inch (18 cm) Type B".

CAUTION

Use the headlights with the engine running to avoid discharging the vehicle battery.

Autolight system

The autolight system allows the headlights to turn on and off automatically. The autolight system can:

• Turn on the headlights, front parking, tail, license plate and instrument panel lights automatically when it is dark.
• Turn off all the lights when it is light.
• Keep all the lights on for a period of time after you place the ignition switch in the OFF position and all doors are closed.

NOTE:

Autolight activation sensitivity and the time delay for autolight shutoff can be adjusted.

For additional information, see "Vehicle information display-5 inch (13 cm) Type A" or "Vehicle information display-7 inch (18 cm) Type B".

To turn on the autolight system:

1. For USA: Turn the headlight switch to the AUTO position 1.

For CAN: Turn the headlight switch to the AUTO 1 or position.

2. Place the ignition switch in the ON position.

3. The autolight system automatically turns the headlights on and off.

Initially, if the ignition switch is placed in the OFF position and a door is opened and left open, the headlights remain on for a period of time. If another door is opened while the headlights are on, then the timer is reset.

To turn the autolight system off:

For USA: Turn the switch to the OFF (if so equipped), , or position.

For CAN: Turn the switch to the position.

The headlights will turn on automatically at twilight or in rainy weather (when the windshield wiper is operated continuously).

If the ignition switch is pushed to the OFF position and one of the doors is opened and this condition is continued, the headlights remain on for 5 minutes.

Be sure you do not put anything on top of the autolight sensor located in the top side 1 of the instrument panel. The autolight sensor controls the autolight; if it is covered, the autolight sensor reacts as if it is dark out and the headlights will illuminate. If this occurs while parked with the engine off and the ignition switch placed in the ON position, your vehicle's battery could become discharged.

Headlight beam select

1. To select the high beam function, put the headlight switch in the position and push the lever forward. The high beam lights come on and the light illuminates in the meter.
2. Pull the lever back to select the low beam.
3. Pulling and releasing the lever flashes the headlight high beams on and off.

High Beam Assist

The High Beam Assist system will operate when the vehicle is driven at speeds of approximately 25 mph (40 km/h) and above.

If an oncoming vehicle or leading vehicle appears in front of your vehicle when the headlight high beam is on, the headlight will be switched to the low beam automatically.

WARNING

• The High Beam Assist system is a convenience but it is not a substitute for safe driving operation. The driver should remain alert at all times, ensure safe driving practices and switch the high beams and low beam manually when necessary.
• The high beam or low beam may not switch automatically under the following conditions. Switch the high beam and low beam manually.
  • During bad weather (rain, fog, snow, wind, etc.).
  • When a light source similar to a headlight or tail light is in the vicinity of the vehicle.
  • When the headlights of the oncoming vehicle or the leading vehicle are turned off, when the color of the light is affected due to foreign materials on the lights, or when the light beam is out of position.
  • When there is a sudden, continuous change in brightness.
  • When driving on a road that passes over rolling hills, or a road that has level differences.
  • When driving on a road with many curves.
  • When a sign or mirror-like surface is reflecting intense light towards the front of the vehicle.
  • When the container, etc. being towed by a leading vehicle is reflecting intense light.
  • When a headlight on your vehicle is damaged or dirty.
  • When the vehicle is leaning at an angle due to a punctured tire, being towed, etc.
• The timing of switching the low beam and high beam may change under the following situations.
  • The brightness of the headlights of the on coming vehicle or leading vehicle.
  • The movement and direction of the oncoming vehicle and the leading vehicle.
  • When only one light on the oncoming vehicle or the leading vehicle is illuminated.
  • When the oncoming vehicle or the leading vehicle is a two-wheeled vehicle.
  • Road conditions (incline, curve, the road surface, etc.).
  • The number of passengers and the amount of luggage.

High Beam Assist operation

To activate the High Beam Assist system, turn the headlight switch to the AUTO position 1 and push the lever forward 2 (high beam position). The High Beam Assist indicator light in the meter will illuminate while the headlights are turned on.

If the High Beam Assist indicator light does not illuminate in the above condition, it may indicate that the system is not functioning properly. Have the system checked, it is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

When the vehicle speed lowers to less than approximately 16 mph (25 km/h), the headlight uses the low beam.

To turn off the High Beam Assist system, turn the headlight switch to the position or select the low beam position by placing the lever in the neutral position.

Ambient image sensor maintenance

The ambient image sensor 1 for the High Beam Assist system is located in front of the inside mirror. To maintain the proper operation of the high beam assist system and prevent a system malfunction, be sure to observe the following:

• Always keep the windshield clean.
• Do not attach a sticker (including transparent material) or install an accessory near the ambient image sensor.
• Do not strike or damage the areas around the ambient image sensor. Do not touch the sensor lens that is located on the ambient image sensor.

If the ambient image sensor is damaged due to an accident, it is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer.

Battery saver system

If the ignition switch is placed in the OFF position while the headlight switch is in the orposition, the headlights will turn off after a period of time.

CAUTION

Even though the battery saver feature automatically turns off the headlights after a period of time, you should turn the headlight switch to the AUTO or OFF position when the engine is not running to avoid discharging the vehicle battery.