1997 Nissan Altima Owner's Manual - Page 32

APD0528 APD0521 APD0527 POWER DOOR LOCK The power door lock system allows you to lock or unlock all doors simultaneously. Turning the front door key to the front of the vehicle locks all doors. Turning the front door key one time to the rear of the vehicle unlocks the corresponding door. From that position, returning the key to Neutral (where the key can only be removed and inserted) and turning it to the rear again within 5 seconds unlocks all doors. To lock from the outside without a key, push the door lock button (driver side only) or the door lock knob (driver or passenger side), then close the door. When locking the door this way, be certain not to leave the key inside the vehicle. All doors automatically unlock with the key in the ignition. WARNING ● Always have the doors locked while driving. Along with the use of seat belts, this provides greater safety in the event of an accident by helping to prevent persons from being thrown from the vehicle. This also helps keep children and others from unintentionally opening the doors, and will help keep out intruders. ● Before opening any door, always look for and avoid oncoming traffic. 2-3