Monitor, Climate, Audio, Phone and Voice Recognition Systems

Radio

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When the ignition switch is in the ACC (accessory) or ON position, press the VOL (volume)/PWR (power) button to turn on the radio. If you are listening to the radio with the engine off, turn the ignition switch to the ACC (accessory) position.

Radio reception quality varies depending on signal strength, distance from the broadcast tower, buildings, bridges, mountains, or other external factors. Occasional changes in reception quality are usually caused by such factors.

Using a cellular phone in or near the vehicle may affect radio reception quality.

Radio Reception

The radio in your NISSAN vehicle features advanced electronic circuits that improve radio reception quality. These circuits are designed to increase both the reception range and the reception quality.

However, some general characteristics of AM and FM radio frequencies may affect reception quality in a moving vehicle, regardless of the quality of the equipment used. These characteristics are normal in a given reception area and do not indicate a malfunction of the radio in your NISSAN vehicle.

Radio reception conditions constantly change as your vehicle moves.

Buildings, mountains, distance from the signal source, and interference caused by other vehicles can all affect reception quality. The following describes the factors that may affect radio reception in your vehicle.

Some cellular phones or other devices may cause interference or produce a buzzing noise in the audio system speakers. Move the device to another location to try to reduce or eliminate the noise.

Test yourself

A quick Nissan Altima quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.