How to Videos- NissanConnect Audio System

   Along with Nissan's great model line-up, they have some even greater technology to go along with their vehicles. Below are how-to and technology videos for some of Nissan's models. Take a moment to bookmark this page on your smartphone for future reference in case you ever need quick access to these brief videos.

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The new 2016 Nissan Altima

   A major mid-cycle update brings a new look to one of Nissan's most popular models; the Nissan Altima. In a market where the competition is constantly updating, a mid-cycle refresh isn't what it used to be. Previously it has been an occasion for tweaking the front fascia and restyling the taillights, it has evolved into much more.
   Nissan describes this update as "one of the most extensive mid-cycle makeovers in Nissan history". It starts, naturally, with a new look. The change required not just a new fascia and new headlights, but a reshaped hood and fenders, as well. The 2016 Altima features a prominent, V-shaped grille and boomerang-shaped headlights. The boomerang theme is repeated in the new tail lamps, part of a rear end that also sees a new bumper and trunk lid. Fresh 17- and 18-inch wheel designs and a new paint-color offering (Deep Blue Pearl) complete the picture. Inside, there's an updated center stack, as well as changes to the seats, center console, and steering wheel.



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Is your car ready for Winter?

 

1.  Check your battery.  Getting stranded in the cold with a dead battery is no one's idea of a good time.  If you have a maintenance-free battery, there should be a window on the top of the battery that tells you the state of it's charge.  If it's not, check the fluid levels, and top off with distilled water as necessary.  if you're not sure how to check your battery, most any auto parts store will be able to check it for you.

2.  Check your tires.  While a dead battery can leave you stranded, balding tires on snowy and icy roads can lead to a much more dangerous situation.  If you live in an area that gets a significant amount of snow, you may want to consider snow tires.

3.  Check your wiper blades.  Going cheap on your wiper blades or ignoring them can lead to very unpleasant driving in the winter.  Bad wipers can't do an adequate job of keeping the snow and ice off of your windshield, no matter how high you have the defrosters blasting.

4.  Check your fluids.  Check your owner's manual, but for most vehicles, the cooling system should be flushed every two years.  If your vehicle is overdue, prior to winter setting in is as good of a time as any to have it taken care of.  Also, refer to your owner's manual to find what type and what mixture of anti-freeze you should be using.  You will also want to keep your windshield washer fluid full, using a fluid that is designed for not freezing in the cold weather.  If you get stuck behind a truck throwing dirty snow at your windshield, you will be glad you did.  As always, change your oil regularly.

5.  Keep your vehicle supplied.  Normal emergency materials are key for the winter.  If you do get stranded on the road, you want other driver's to be able to see you.  Roadside flares are not excessive to keep on hand.  Keeping extra warm cloths, gloves, and a blanket or two are always good ideas as well.  Be sure to have lock de-icer on hand- and keep in mind that it doesn't always help to have it in the car.  Some in your house, and some at work are a great idea. 

6.  Care for the interior of your car.  In and out of the snow, ice, and salt can be particularly rough on your carpets.  Be sure to have at least an inexpensive set of floor mats for your car.  Better yet are the kind that can hold the water and keep it away from your carpets completely.

7.  Let your car warm up (and revving your engine doesn't really help).  Keep in mind, though, thieves are excellent at watching for cars that are running but unattended.  Have an extra door key that you keep on you and lock the doors while it is warming up, even if you are at home. 

8.  Be safe.  Allow extra time to get where you are going, leave plenty of space between you and the driver in front, and use good common sense.  It's better to arrive a few minutes late than not at all. 

The 2016 Nissan Lineup

New for 2016

   Leading the way for 2016 are two more all-new models. The eight generation Maxima "4 Door Sports Car" and the redefining, diesel powered Titan XD pickup truck. Two of the company's best selling models, the Altima and Sentra will also see significant restyling in the 2016 model year. The upcoming year will also see the introduction of Siri Eyes Free function to the Nissan lineup, beginning with the Rogue and JUKE. It will allow drivers to utilize the Siri function of their iPhones through a button on the steering wheel without having to take their eyes off the road.

 

 

Here is an overview of the major enhancements to Nissan cars, SUVs and trucks for the 2016 model year:

• Versa Note SV adds content of the previous SV Convenience Package as standard equipment, including: NissanConnect with Mobile Apps, 5.0-inch color display, Streaming audio via Bluetooth®, Hands-free Text Messaging Assistant and SiriusXM Satellite Radio (SiriusXM subscription required, sold separately), RearView Monitor and Divide-N-Hide® Adjustable Floor
• 370Z Coupe and 370Z NISMO add a new available Bose® audio system incorporating Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and Active Sound Enhancement (ASE)
• JUKE adds two new Personal Package options, Black and Yellow Stinger Editions to SV grade, along with the addition of standard Siri™ Eyes Free
• Pathfinder features new high-contrast Almond interior, and a Cold Package is now available with the SV grade
• Rogue adds Forward Emergency Braking (FEB) to Rogue SL Premium Package; Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) added to Rogue SV and SL Premium Packages; NissanConnect Services telematics added to Rogue SL; Siri™ Eyes Free added to Rogue SV Premium Package and Rogue SL
• NV Cargo adds 1st row side- and roof-mounted curtain supplemental side-impact air bags with rollover sensor for front outboard occupant head protection as standard equipment
• And Xterra, one of the boldly designed vehicles that helped reinvigorate the Nissan brand at the beginning of the century, will go out of production after a highly successful 15-year run

As always, stay tuned for the latest updates on Nissan products, pricing and other activities in the United States and around the world.

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The new Nissan Maxima

   Large, front-wheel-drive sedans have fallen out of fashion, yet the highly fashionable, nicely finished new Maxima should carve out a niche for itself. Give Nissan head designer Shiro Nakamura points for boldness. You won’t confuse the Maxima for an Altima—or anything else, really. Under the skin, its big 3.5-liter V-6 has been reworked to produce 300 hp, and it now has some 80 fewer pounds to move.
   The sporty Maxima SR variant gets firmer springs and dampers, a thicker front anti-roll bar, and 19-inch aluminum wheels shod in grippy Goodyear Eagle F1 tires. It also has a horizontally mounted damper up front to help soothe body vibrations. Active ride control taps brakes to quell fore-and-aft pitching.
   Luxury is the real selling point here. The hushed and commodious cabin is a high point. Genuine stitching traces the instrument panel, and drivers twirl a handsome, flat-bottomed steering wheel. Nissan’s fatigue-fighting Zero Gravity seats have robust bolsters. A tandem 8.0-inch central screen and 7.0-inch driver’s display likely set the class standard for sharp graphics and no-fuss operation.



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Driver Attention Alert System

Driving while being tired is a serious threat to the safety of everyone on the road, including yourself. Almost all drivers consider it dangerous and unacceptable for someone to take control of a vehicle when they are having problems keeping their eyes open.

The statistics behind tired driving are astounding. We all know there is not enough time in the day to accomplish everything we set out to do and many drivers find themselves behind the wheel tired.  More than 1 in 4 drivers have admitted to driving tired in the past 30 days. One in five have reported doing this more than once, with 2% reporting driving tired regularly.

As a result, there have been around 328,000 police-reported crashes per year, including 6,400 deaths.

Nissan has set out to help alarm sleepy drivers when they may be dozing off behind the wheel. Nissan has developed the Driver Attention Alert (DAA) system, which detects erratic driving caused by drowsiness.

Using steering angle sensors, DAA monitors steering input patterns to establish a baseline or a "snapshot" of how you were driving. It then continuously compares subsequent driving patterns to the most recent snapshot using a statistical analysis of steering corrections.

DAA will alert you when it senses you are tired by:

1. Sounding an audible chime

2. Displaying an amber coffee cup in the instrument panel

3. Displaying the message "Take a break?" next to the coffee cup

This system is currently available on the 2015 Murano, and will be available on the 2016 Maxima Platinum Grade - coming Summer 2015.

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Why Should you buy a Nissan Pathfinder?

Should You Buy a 2015 Nissan Pathfinder?

  The Nissan Pathfinder is rated one of the best cars by U.S.News. It’s hailed as being an affordable option with three rows, but is it the right choice for all drivers? Recently redesigned by Nissan, it offers some changes that may appeal to buyers, and it has some great features that will appeal to almost everyone.


1. Excellent Performance
   The V6 of the Pathfinder provides drivers with excellent performance along with improved gas mileage. Commuters will appreciate the improved gas mileage of 20 miles in the city and 27 miles on the open highway. It has controlled motions, a smooth ride, and responsive steering that makes it a joy to drive.

2. Luxury Materials
   When spending money on a new car, people expect to find high-rate materials that will stand up to regular use and continue looking great for years to come. The Pathfinder is sure to please in this department.

3. Easy Access to Seating
   People who need more seating love having a third row, but it’s important to consider how easy this area is to access. The Pathfinder stands apart from the competition by offering a sliding middle row that makes getting into the back of the truck a breeze. People also appreciate the spacious seating available in the first and second rows.

4. Tri-Zone Climate Control
   The ability to create and control three separate climates in the Pathfinder can be a great benefit for most families. Unlike other vehicles where people have to patiently wait for the warm air in the front of the cabin to migrate to the back, the occupants can enjoy better, faster temperature control.

5. Easier Parking
   Navigating parking lots is a challenge for all SUVs, but Nissan is making it easier by including rear parking sensors and a rearview camera on all models. The SL and Platinum trim levels also feature blind-spot warning systems and rear cross-traffic alert to take the guesswork out of backing up and help the car safer for the entire family.

6. High Crash Test Ratings
   Most buyers are concerned with safety, and the Pathfinder features the highest ratings available. The SUV rated five out of five stars overall in testing, and it received four stars for total frontal-impact protection.

7. Smooth and Comfortable Ride
   It’s all about the ride, and the Nissan receives high marks for a comfortable ride. It has an excellent suspension system to absorb the bumps and shocks on pavement and ensure that everyone in the car is comfortable. Before making a final decision on trim levels and options, buyers should be aware that the ride becomes stiffer with the 20-inch wheels on the Platinum model.

8. User-friendly Controls
   Another attractive feature of the Pathfinder is the user-friendly controls and options. Most drivers won’t have to reach for the owner’s manual because the knobs are straightforward and the controls touch screen is very intuitive.

9. Smart Transmission for Better Fuel Economy
   The transmission uses D-Step Logic that allows the system to operate through a series of steps. This minimizes the high-revving behavior found in a CVT while allowing the transmission to vary itself in smaller increments for maximum fuel efficiency.

10. Light on the Tires
   One surprising feature of the Pathfinder is that it operates more like a sedan than an SUV. It features refined steering and handling that allow users to forget that they’re driving a mid-size SUV. It’s lighter than most comparable SUVs, and people find that it provides all occupants with a pleasant and smooth ride.


   Our Nissan dealership located at 3750 N. Harrison St. Davenport, IA. 52806 offers a wide selection of all Nissan models, including the 370Z, GT-R, Maxima, Altima, Armada, Frontier, Juke, LEAF, Murano and commercial models. Visit our Nissan dealership to speak with one of our Nissan Certified Product Specialists and to test drive your next Nissan sedan, coupe, convertible, or SUV.