2000 Nissan Altima Owner's Manual - Page 139

The brake system then operates normally,

but without anti-lock assistance.

If the light comes on during the self-test or

while driving, take the vehicle to an autho-

rized NISSAN dealer for repair.

WARNING

The anti-lock brake system is a sophis-

ticated device, but it cannot prevent

accidents resulting from careless or

dangerous driving techniques. It can

help maintain vehicle control during

braking on slippery surfaces, but re-

member that the stopping distance on

slippery surfaces will be longer than on

normal surfaces, even with the anti-

lock brake system. Stopping distances

may also be longer on rough, gravel or

snow covered roads, or if you are using

tire chains. Always maintain a safe dis-

tance from the vehicle in front of you.

Ultimately, the responsibility for safety

of self and others rests in the hands of

the driver.

Tire type and condition of tires may

also affect braking effectiveness.

●

When

replacing

tires,

install

the

specified

size

of

tire

on

all

four

wheels.

●

When installing a spare tire, make

sure it is the proper size and type as

specified on the tire placard. For tire

placard location information, refer to

“Tire placard” in the ‘‘Technical and

Consumer information’’ section of

this manual.

Refer to ‘‘Wheels and tires’’ in the ‘‘Do-

it-yourself’’ section of this manual.

FREEING A FROZEN DOOR

LOCK

To prevent a door lock from freezing, apply

de-icer or glycerin through the key hole. If

the lock becomes frozen, heat the key be-

fore inserting it into the key hole.

ANTI-FREEZE

In the winter when it is anticipated that the

temperature will drop below 32°F (0°C),

check the anti-freeze (ethylene glycol base)

to assure proper winter protection. For de-

tails, see ‘‘Engine cooling system’’ in the

‘‘Do-it-yourself’’ section.

BATTERY

If the battery is not fully charged during

extremely cold weather conditions, the bat-

tery fluid may freeze and damage the bat-

tery. To maintain maximum efficiency, the

battery should be checked regularly. For

details, see ‘‘Battery’’ in the ‘‘Do-it-yourself ’’

section.

DRAINING OF COOLANT WATER

If the vehicle is to be left outside without

anti-freeze,

drain

the

cooling

system

by

opening the drain valves located under the

COLD WEATHER DRIVING

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