2000 Nissan Maxima Owner's Manual - Page 57

SECURITY SYSTEMS unless the drivers seat belt is securely fastened. Brake pad wear warning The disc brake pads have audible wear warnings. When a brake pad requires replacement, it will make a high pitched scraping sound when the vehicle is in motion whether or not the brake pedal is depressed. Have the brakes checked as soon as possible if the warning sound is heard. IC0005 SIC1228 Your vehicle has two types of security systems, as follows: ¼ Theft warning (if so equipped) ¼ Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System The security condition will be shown by the security indicator light. Security indicator light This light will indicate for the theft warning system and the Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer system. This light blinks whenever the ignition switch is in the LOCK, OFF or ACC position. This function indicates the security systems equipped on the vehicle are operational. THEFT WARNING (if so equipped) The theft warning system provides visual and audio alarm signals if parts of the vehicle are disturbed. How to activate the theft warning system 1. Close all windows. 2-12 Instruments and controls