Nissan 2011 Altima Coupe User Manual download pdf (Page 334)

When the VDC switch is used to turn off the

system, the VDC system still operates to prevent

one drive wheel from slipping by transferring

power to a non slipping drive wheel. The

indicator flashes if this occurs. All other VDC

functions are off and the

indicator will not

flash.

The VDC system is automatically reset to on

when the ignition switch is placed in the off

position then back to the on position.

The computer has a built in diagnostic feature

that tests the system each time you start the

engine and move the vehicle forward or in reverse

at a slow speed. When the self-test occurs, you

may hear a clunk noise and/or feel a pulsation in

the brake pedal. This is normal and is not an

indication of a malfunction.

WARNING

● The VDC system is designed to help the

driver maintain stability but does not

prevent accidents due to abrupt steer-

ing operation at high speeds or by care-

less or dangerous driving techniques.

Reduce vehicle speed and be especially

careful when driving and cornering on

slippery surfaces and always drive

carefully.

● Do not modify the vehicle’s suspension.

If suspension parts such as shock ab-

sorbers, struts, springs, stabilizer bars,

bushings and wheels are not NISSAN

recommended for your vehicle or are

extremely deteriorated, the VDC system

may not operate properly. This could

adversely affect vehicle handling per-

formance, and the

indicator may

flash or both the

and indi-

cator lights may illuminate.

● If brake related parts such as brake

pads, rotors and calipers are not

NISSAN recommended or are extremely

deteriorated, the VDC system may not

operate properly and both the

and the indicator lights may

illuminate.

● If engine control related parts are not

NISSAN recommended or are extremely

deteriorated, both the

and

indicator lights may illuminate.

● When driving on extremely inclined sur-

faces such as higher banked corners,

the VDC system may not operate prop-

erly and the

indicator may flash or

both the

and indicator

lights may illuminate. Do not drive on

these types of roads.

● When driving on an unstable surface

such as a turntable, ferry, elevator or

ramp, the

indicator may flash or

both the

and indicator

lights may illuminate. This is not a mal-

function. Restart the engine after driv-

ing onto a stable surface.

● If wheels or tires other than the NISSAN

recommended ones are used, the VDC

system may not operate properly and

the

indicator may flash or both

the

and indicator lights may

illuminate.

● The VDC system is not a substitute for

winter tires or tire chains on a snow

covered road.

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