use the highest gear suggested for that speed.
Always observe posted speed limits, and drive
according to the road conditions, which will en-
sure safe operation. Do not over-rev the engine
when shifting to a lower gear as it may cause
engine damage or loss of vehicle control.
GEAR QR25DE
MPH (km/h)
VQ35DE
MPH (km/h)
1st 32 (52) 41 (66)
2nd 57 (92) 70 (113)
3rd 89 (143) — (—)
4th — —
5th — —
For VQ35DE SE-R:
GEAR VQ35DE
MPH (km/h)
1st 37 (60)
2nd 61 (98)
3rd 85 (137)
4th —
5th —
6th —
WARNING
● Be sure the parking brake is fully re-
leased before driving. Failure to do so
can cause brake failure and lead to an
accident.
● Do not release the parking brake from
outside the vehicle.
● Do not use the gear shift in place of the
parking brake. When parking, be sure
the parking brake is fully engaged.
● Do not leave children unattended in a
vehicle. They could release the parking
brake and cause an accident.
To engage: Pull the lever up
᭺
A
.
To release:
1. Firmly apply the foot brake.
2. Manual transmission models:
Place the shift lever in the N (Neutral) posi-
tion.
Automatic transmission models:
Move the shift selector lever to the P (Park)
position.
3. While pulling up on the parking brake lever
slightly, push the button and lower com-
pletely
᭺
B
.
LSD0131
PARKING BRAKE
5-14 Starting and driving
੬ REVIEW COPY—
2006 Altima (l30)
Owners Manual—USA_English (nna)
02/23/06—arosenma
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