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W elcome to the growing family of new NISSAN owners. This vehicle is delivered to you with confidence. It was produced using the latest techniques and strict quality control. This manual was prepared to help you under- stand the operation and maintenance of your vehicle so that you may enjoy many miles (kilome- ters) of driving pleasure. Please rea ...
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MODIFICA TION OF Y OUR VEHICLE This vehicle should not be modified. Modification could affect its performance, safety or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or per- formance problems resulting from modi- fications may not be covered under NISSAN warranties. This manual includes information for all options ...
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CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING WARNING Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth de- fects or other reproductive harm. In addi- tion, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemi ...
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NISSAN CARE S... Both NISSAN and your NISSAN dealer are dedicated to serving all your automotive needs. Y our satisfaction with your vehicle and your NISSAN dealer are our primary concerns. Y our NISSAN dealer is always available to assist you with all your automobile sales and service needs. However, if there is something that your NISSAN dealer c ...
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T able of Contents Illustrated table of contents Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system Instruments and controls Pre-driving checks and adjustments Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems Starting and driving In case of emergency Appearance and care Maintenance and do-it-yourself T echnical and consumer in ...
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Z REVIEW COPY— 2009 Pathfinder (pat) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 05/29/08—debbie X I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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0 Illustrated table of contents Air bags, seat belts and child restraints ..............0 - 2 Exterior front ......................................0 - 3 Exterior rear .......................................0 - 4 Passenger compartment ...........................0 - 5 Instrument panel ...................................0 - 6 Engine compartment check ...
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1. 2nd row seat belts (P . 1-12) 2. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bag (P . 1-41) 3. Front seat belts (P . 1-12) 4. Front-seat Active Head Restraints (P .1-7) 5. Supplemental front-impact air bags (P .1-41) 6. Seats (P . 1-2) 7. Occupant classification sensor (pressure sensor) (P .1-49) 8. Seat belt with pretensioner ...
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1. Engine hood (P . 3-21) 2. Windshield wiper and washer switch (P . 2-26) 3. Windshield (P . 8-21) 4. P ower windows (P . 2-48) 5. Door locks, keyfob, keys, NISSAN Intelligent K ey ™ (if so equipped) (P . 3-4, 3-18, 3-2, 3-2) 6. Mirrors (P . 3-27) 7. Tire pressure (P . 9-11) 8. Flat tire (P . 6-2) 9. Tire chains (P . 8-42) 10. Replacing bulbs (P ...
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1. Roof rack (P . 2-47) 2. V ehicle loading (P . 9-12) 3. Glass hatch (P . 3-23) 4. Rear window wiper and washer (P .2-27) 5. NISSAN Intelligent K ey ™ (if so equipped) (P . 3-2) 6. Glass hatch release (P .3-23) 7. Lift gate release switch (P . 3-22) 8. Replacing bulbs (P . 8-33) 9. Fuel-filler cap, fuel recommendation (P . 3-24, P . 9-3) 10. Fue ...
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1. DVD entertainment system (if so equipped) (P . 4-89) 2. Moonroof (if so equipped) (P . 2-51) 3. Map lights (P . 2-54) 4. Sun visors (P . 3-26) 5. HomeLink T universal transceiver (if so equipped) (P . 2-54) 6. Glove box (P . 2-40) 7. Front seats (P . 1-2) 8. 2nd row seats (P .1-10) 9. 3rd row seats (P . 1-11) 10. Luggage storage (P . 2-43) See t ...
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1. V entilators (P . 4-37) 2. Headlight/fog light (if so equipped)/turn signal switch (P . 2-28) 3. Steering wheel switch for audio control (if so equipped) (P . 4-86) 4. Driver supplemental air bag/horn (P . 1-41, P . 2-33) 5. Meters, gauges and warning/indicator lights (P . 2-3, 2-13) 6. Cruise control main/set switches (P . 5-20) 7. Windshield w ...
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16. V ehicle dynamic control (VDC) OFF switch (P . 2-34) 17. 4WD shift switch (if so equipped) (P . 5-22) 18. Storage 19. Passenger air bag status light (P . 1-50) 20. Climate controls (P . 4-38, 4-45) 21. Hazard warning flasher switch (P . 2-32) 22. Ignition switch (P . 5-9) 23. Tilt steering wheel control (P . 3-25) 24. Heated steering wheel swit ...
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VQ40DE engine 1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir (P . 8-15) 2. Fuse/fusible link box (P . 8-24) 3. Fuse and relay box (P . 8-24) 4. Engine oil filler cap (P . 8-9) 5. Engine oil dipstick (P . 8-9) 6. Brake fluid reservoir (P . 8-14) 7. Air cleaner (P . 8-19) 8. Drive belt location (P .8-18) 9. Radiator cap (P . 8-8) 10. P ower steering fluid rese ...
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VK56DE engine 1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir (P . 8-15) 2. Fuse/fusible link box (P . 8-24) 3. Engine oil dipstick (P . 8-9) 4. Engine oil filler cap (P . 8-9) 5. Brake fluid reservoir (P . 8-14) 6. Air cleaner (P . 8-19) 7. Drive belt location (P . 8-18) 8. Radiator cap (P . 8-8) 9. P ower steering fluid reservoir (P . 8-13) 10. Fuse and rel ...
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W arning light Name Page or Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warn- ing light 2-14 Automatic transmis- sion check warning light (if so equipped) 2-14 Automatic transmis- sion oil temperature warning light 2-14 Automatic transmis- sion park warning light ( model) 2-14 or Brake warning light 2-15 Charge warning light 2-15 W arning light Name Page Door o ...
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Indicator light Name Page High beam indicator light (Blue) 2-20 Hill descent control system on indicator light (if so equipped) 2-35 Malfunction indica- tor lamp (MIL) 2-20 Overdrive off indica- tor light (if so equipped) 2-21 Security indicator light 2-21 Slip indicator light 2-21 T ransfer 4LO posi- tion indicator light ( model) 2-21 T urn signal ...
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0-12 Illustrated table of contents MEMO I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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1 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system Seats ............................................1 - 2 Front manual seat adjustment (if so equipped) ................................1 - 2 Front power seat adjustment (if so equipped) ................................1 - 4 2nd row bench seat adjustment ..................1 - 5 Head restr ...
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WARNING ● Do not ride in a moving vehicle when the seatback is reclined. This can be dangerous. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. In an accident, you could be thrown into it and receive neck or other serious injuries. Y ou could also slide under the lap belt and receive serious internal injuries. ● For the most effective protecti ...
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Forward and backward Pull the lever up and hold it while you slide the seat forward or backward to the desired position. Release the lever to lock the seat in position. Reclining T o recline the seatback, pull the lever up and lean back. T o bring the seatback forward, pull the lever up and lean your body forward. Release the lever to lock the seat ...
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FRONT POWER SEAT ADJUSTMENT (if so equipped) Operating tips ● The power seat motor has an auto-reset overload protection circuit. If the motor stops during operation, wait 30 seconds, then reactivate the switch. ● Do not operate the power seat switch for a long period of time when the engine is off. This will discharge the battery . See “ Aut ...
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Seat lifter (driver’s seat) Push the front or rear end of the switch up or down to adjust the angle and height of the seat cushion. Lumbar support (driver’s seat) The lumbar support feature provides lower back support to the driver. Move the lever up or down to adjust the seat lumbar area. 2ND ROW BENCH SEAT ADJUSTMENT Reclining T o recline the ...
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section) . Also, the seatback can be reclined to allow occupants to rest when the vehicle is stopped and the transmission is in P (Park) . WARNING ● After adjustment, gently rock in the seat to make sure it is securely locked. ● Do not ride in a moving vehicle when the seatback is reclined. This can be dangerous. The shoulder belt will not be a ...
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HEAD RESTRAINT ADJUSTMENT T o raise the head restraint, pull it up. T o lower, push and hold the lock knob and push the head restraint down. The head restraints on the 2nd and 3rd row seats are removable. WARNING Head restraints should be adjusted prop- erly as they may provide significant pro- tection against injury in an accident. Do not remove t ...
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● Do not attach anything to the head re- straint stalks. Doing so could impair Active Head Restraint function. The Active Head Restraint moves forward utiliz- ing the force that the seatback receives from the occupant in a rear-end collision. The movement of the head restraint helps support the occu- pant’s head by reducing its backward movemen ...
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● Properly secure all cargo to help pre- vent it from sliding or shifting. Do not place cargo higher than the seatbacks. In a sudden stop or collision, unsecured cargo could cause personal injury. Folding the front passenger’s seatback (if so equipped) T o fold the front passenger’s seatback flat for extra storage length when transporting lon ...
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WARNING ● If you fold the front passenger’s seat- back flat forward to carry longer ob- jects, be sure this cargo is properly se- cured and not near an air bag. In a crash, an inflating air bag might force that object toward a person. This could cause severe injury or even death. Se- cure objects away from the area in which an air bag would inf ...
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s 3 There is a carpet panel flap on the back of each seat that can be folded toward the back of the vehicle. s 4 The carpet panel flap provides a level cargo floor when the 3rd row seats are also folded flat. 5. T o return the outboard 2nd row bench seats to a seating position, reverse the process for the outboard seats. 6. T o return the center se ...
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T o return the 3rd row seats to a seating position, use the pull straps to raise each seatback. Pull back until the seatbacks latch into position. Make sure to properly raise each seatback to an upright and secured position. PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT USAGE If you are wearing your seat belt properly ad- justed and you are sitting upright and well bac ...
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WARNING ● Every person who drives or rides in this vehicle should use a seat belt at all times. Children should be properly re- strained in the rear seat and, if appro- priate, in a child restraint. WARNING ● The seat belt should be properly ad- justed to a snug fit. Failure to do so may reduce the effectiveness of the entire restraint system a ...
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WARNING ● Always route the shoulder belt over your shoulder and across your chest. Never put the belt behind your back, under your arm or across your neck. The belt should be away from your face and neck, but not falling off your shoulder. ● Position the lap belt as low and snug as possible AROUND THE HIPS, NO T THE WAIST . A lap belt worn too ...
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CHILD SAFETY Children need adults to help protect them. They need to be properly restrained. In addition to the general information in this manual, child safety information is available from many other sources, including doctors, teachers, government traffic safety offices, and community organizations. Every child is different, so be sure to learn ...
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80 lbs (36 kg) . A booster seat should be used to obtain proper seat belt fit. NISSAN recommends that a child be placed in a commercially available booster seat if the shoul- der belt in the child’s seating position fits close to the face or neck or if the lap portion of the seat belt goes across the abdomen. The booster seat should raise the chi ...
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Fastening the seat belts 1. Adjust the seat. See “Seats” earlier in this section. s 2 Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retractor and insert the tongue into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage. ● The retractor is designed to lock during a sudden stop or on impact. A slow pulling motion permits the seat belt to move and allo ...
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The Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) mode allows the seat belt to extend and retract to allow the driver and passengers some freedom of movement in the seat. The ELR locks the seat belt when the vehicle slows down rapidly or during certain impacts. The Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) mode (child restraint mode) locks the seat belt for child rest ...
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● Grasp the shoulder belt and pull forward quickly . The retractor should lock and re- strict further belt movement. If the retractor does not lock during this check or if you have any questions about seat belt opera- tion, see a NISSAN dealer. Shoulder belt height adjustment (front and 2nd row outboard seats) The shoulder belt anchor height shou ...
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Seat belt hook When the seat belt is not in use and when folding down the rear seats, hook the rear seat belts on the seat belt hooks. SEAT BELT EXTENDERS If, because of body size or driving position, it is not possible to properly fit the lap/shoulder belt and fasten it, an extender is available which is compatible with the installed seat belts. T ...
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PRECAUTIONS ON CHILD RESTRAINTS WARNING ● Infants and small children should al- ways be placed in an appropriate child restraint while riding in the vehicle. Failure to use a child restraint can re- sult in serious injury or death. ● Infants and small children should never be carried on your lap. It is not possible for even the strongest adult ...
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● If the child restraint is not anchored properly, the risk of a child being in- jured in a collision or a sudden stop greatly increases. ● Child restraint anchor points are de- signed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child re- straints. Under no circumstances are they to be used for adult seat belts or harnesses. ● A ...
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LA T CH (Lower Anchors and T ethers for CHildren) SYSTEM Y our vehicle is equipped with special anchor points that are used with LA T CH (Lower Anchors and T ethers for CHildren) system compatible child restraints. The LA T CH anchor points are provided to install child restraints in the 2nd row outboard seating positions only. Do not attempt to in ...
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Installing child restraint LA T CH anchor attachments LA T CH compatible child restraints include two rigid or webbing-mounted attachments that can be connected to two anchors located at certain seating positions in your vehicle. With this sys- tem, you do not have to use a vehicle seat belt to secure the child restraint. Check your child re- strai ...
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If you have any questions when installing a top tether strap child restraint on the rear seat, consult your NISSAN dealer for de- tails. Installing top tether strap First, secure the child restraint with the LA TCH system (rear outboard seating positions only) or the seat belt, as applicable. 1. T op tether strap 2. Anchor point For the 2nd row ben ...
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● Inspect the lower anchors by inserting your fingers into the lower anchor area and feeling to make sure there are no obstructions over the LA TCH anchors, such as seat belt webbing or seat cush- ion material. The child restraint will not be secured properly if the LA TCH an- chors are obstructed. Front-facing Follow these steps to install a fro ...
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5. For child restraints that are equipped with webbing mounted attachments, remove any additional slack from the anchor attach- ments. Press downward and rearward firmly in the center of the child restraint with your knee to compress the vehicle seat cushion and seatback while tightening the webbing of the anchor attachments. 6. If the child restra ...
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3. Secure the child restraint anchor attach- ments to the LA TCH lower anchors. Check to make sure the LA TCH attachment is prop- erly attached to the lower anchors. 4. Return the seatback to its normal upright and locked position. Check to make sure it is not contacting front seats and preventing it from being properly se- cured. If you are unable ...
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6. After attaching the child restraint, test it be- fore you place the child in it. Push it from side to side while holding the seat near the LA T CH attachment path. The child restraint should not move more than 1 inch (25 mm) , from side to side. T ry to tug it forward and check to see if the belt holds the restraint in place. If the restraint is ...
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● NISSAN recommends that child re- straints be installed in the rear seat. However, if you must install a front- facing child restraint in the front pas- senger seat, move the passenger seat to the rearmost position. Also, be sure the front passenger air bag status light is illuminated to indicate the passenger air bag is OFF. See “Front passen ...
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2. Position the child restraint on the seat. Al- ways follow the child restraint manufactur- er’s instructions. The back of the child restraint should be secured against the vehicle seatback. If necessary, adjust or remove the head restraint to obtain the correct child restraint fit. See “Head restraint adjustment” in this section. If the hea ...
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5. Allow the seat belt to retract. Pull up on the shoulder belt to remove any slack in the belt. 6. Remove any additional slack from the seat belt; press downward and rearward firmly in the center of the child restraint with your knee to compress the vehicle seat cushion and seatback while pulling up on the seat belt. 7. If the child restraint is e ...
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the belt holds the restraint in place. If the restraint is not secure, tighten the belt as necessary , or put the restraint in another seat and test it again. Y ou may need to try a different child restraint. Not all child re- straints fit in all types of vehicles. 9. Check that the retractor is in the ALR mode by trying to pull more seat belt out ...
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When installing a child restraint in the 2nd or 3rd row , check to make sure that it is not contacting the seat directly in front of it. If you are unable to properly secure the child restraint, move it to another seating position or try a different child restraint. s 2 Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint and insert it into the b ...
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4. Allow the seat belt to retract. Pull up on the shoulder belt to remove any slack in the belt. s 5 Remove any additional slack from the child restraint; press downward and rearward firmly in the center of the child restraint to compress the vehicle seat cushion and seat- back while pulling up on the seat belt. 6. After attaching the child restrai ...
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7. Check that the retractor is in the ALR mode by trying to pull more seat belt out of the retractor. If you cannot pull any more seat belt webbing out of the retractor, the retrac- tor is in the ALR mode. 8. Check to make sure that the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use. If the seat belt is not locked, repeat steps 3 through 7. ...
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● Do not use towels, books, pillows or other items in place of a booster seat. Items such as these may move during normal driving or a collision and result in serious injury or death. Booster seats are designed to be used with a lap/ shoulder belt. Booster seats are de- signed to properly route the lap and shoulder portions of the seat belt over ...
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● Make sure the child’s head will be properly supported by the booster seat or vehicle seat. The seatback must be at or above the center of the child’s ears. For example, if a low back booster seat s 1 is chosen, the vehicle seatback must be at or above the center of the child’s ears. If the seatback is lower than the center of the child’ ...
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1. If you must install a booster seat in the front seat, move the seat to the rear- most position. 2. Position the booster seat on the seat. Only place it in a front-facing direction. Always follow the booster seat manufacturer’s in- structions. 3. The booster seat should be positioned on the vehicle seat so that it is stable. If neces- sary , ad ...
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4. Position the lap portion of the seat belt low and snug on the child’s hips. Be sure to follow the booster seat manufacturer’s in- structions for adjusting the belt routing. 5. Pull the shoulder belt portion of the seat belt toward the retractor to take up extra slack. Be sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the top, middle portion of ...
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PRECAUTIONS ON SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM This Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) sec- tion contains important information concerning the following systems: ● Driver and passenger supplemental front- impact air bag (NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System) ● Front seat-mounted side-impact supple- mental air bag ● Roof-mounted curtain side-impact a ...
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WARNING ● The front air bags ordinarily will not inflate in the event of a side impact, rear impact, rollover, or lower severity fron- tal collision. Always wear your seat belts to help reduce the risk or severity of injury in various kinds of accidents. ● The front passenger air bag will not inflate if the passenger air bag status light is lit ...
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WARNING ● Never let children ride unrestrained or extend their hands or face out of the window. Do not attempt to hold them in your lap or arms. Some examples of dangerous riding positions are shown in the illustrations. ARS1133 ARS1041 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-43 Z REVIEW COPY— 2009 Pathfinder (pat) Owners ...
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WARNING ● Children may be severely injured or killed when the front air bags, side air bags or curtain and rollover air bags inflate if they are not properly re- strained. Pre-teens and children should be properly restrained in the rear seat, if possible. ARS1042 ARS1043 ARS1044 1-44 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z ...
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WARNING ● Even with the NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System, never install a rear-facing child restraint in the front seat. An in- flating front air bag could seriously in- jure or kill your child. See “Child re- straints” earlier in this section for details. WARNING Front seat-mounted side-impact supple- mental air bags and roof-mounted curtain s ...
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WARNING ● The seat belts, the side air bags and curtain and rollover air bags are most effective when you are sitting well back and upright in the seat. The side air bag and curtain and rollover air bag inflate with great force. Do not allow anyone to place their hand, leg or face near the side air bag on the side of the seatback of the front sea ...
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WARNING ● When sitting in the 2nd row rear seat, do not hold onto the seatback of the front seat. If the side air bag inflates, you may be seriously injured. Be especially care- ful with children, who should always be properly restrained. Some examples of dangerous riding positions are shown in the illustrations. ● Do not use seat covers on the ...
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1. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bag inflators 2. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bags 3. Air bag Control Unit (ACU) 4. Supplemental front-impact air bag mod- ules 5. Crash zone sensor 6. Occupant classification system control unit 7. Occupant classification sensor (pres- sure sensor) ...
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NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System (front seats) This vehicle is equipped with the NISSAN Ad- vanced Air Bag System for the driver and front passenger seats. This system is designed to meet certification requirements under U.S. regu- lations. It is also permitted in Canada. However, all of the information, cautions and warn- ings in this manual still a ...
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Front passenger air bag and status light WARNING The front passenger air bag is designed to automatically turn OFF under some con- ditions. Read this section carefully to learn how it operates. Proper use of the seat, seat belt and child restraints is nec- essary for most effective protection. Fail- ure to follow all instructions in this manual con ...
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Front passenger seat adult occupants who are properly seated and using the seat belt as out- lined in this manual should not cause the passen- ger air bag to be automatically turned OFF . For small adults it may be turned OFF , however if the occupant takes his/her weight off the seat cush- ion (for example, by not sitting upright, by sitting on an ...
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Other supplemental front-impact air bag precautions WARNING ● Do not place any objects on the steer- ing wheel pad or on the instrument panel. Also, do not place any objects between any occupant and the steering wheel or instrument panel. Such ob- jects may become dangerous projec- tiles and cause injury if the front air bags inflate. ● Immedia ...
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Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bag and roof- mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bag systems The side air bags are located in the outside of the seatback of the front seats. The curtain and roll- over air bags are located in the side roof rails in all 3 rows. These systems are designed to meet voluntary guidel ...
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WARNING ● Do not place any objects near the seat- back of the front seats. Also, do not place any objects (an umbrella, bag, etc .) between the front door finisher and the front seat. Such objects may become dangerous projectiles and cause injury if a side air bag inflates. ● Right after inflation, several side air bag and curtain and rollover ...
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● If you need to dispose of a pretensioner or scrap the vehicle, contact a NISSAN dealer. Correct pretensioner disposal procedures are set forth in the appropri- ate NISSAN Service Manual. Incorrect disposal procedures could cause per- sonal injury. The pretensioner system activates in conjunction with the front air bag system. The pretensioner s ...
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SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG WARNING LABELS W arning labels about the supplemental front- impact air bag, front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bag and roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bag systems are placed in the vehicle as shown in the illustration. SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT The supplemental air bag warni ...
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WARNING If the supplemental air bag warning light is on, it could mean that the front air bag, side air bag, curtain and rollover air bag and/or pretensioner systems will not op- erate in an accident. T o help avoid injury to yourself or others, have your vehicle checked by a NISSAN dealer as soon as possible. Repair and replacement procedure The f ...
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2 Instruments and controls Instrument panel ...................................2 - 2 Meters and gauges ................................2 - 3 Speedometer and odometer .....................2 - 4 T rip computer (if so equipped) ...................2 - 5 T achometer ....................................2 - 6 Engine coolant temperature gauge ............. ...
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Map pockets .................................. 2-41 Seat pockets .................................. 2-41 Cup holders .................................. 2-41 Cargo area storage ............................ 2-43 Luggage hooks ................................ 2-43 Cargo nets ................................... 2-45 Roof rack .......................... ...
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1. V entilators (P . 4-37) 2. Headlight/fog light (if so equipped)/turn signal switch (P . 2-28) 3. Steering wheel switch for audio control (if so equipped) (P . 4-86) 4. Driver supplemental air bag/horn (P . 1-41, P . 2-33) 5. Meters, gauges and warning/indicator lights (P . 2-3, 2-13) 6. Cruise control main/set switches (P . 5-20) 7. Windshield w ...
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16. V ehicle dynamic control (VDC) OFF switch (P . 2-34) 17. 4WD shift switch (if so equipped) (P . 5-22) 18. Storage 19. Passenger air bag status light (P . 1-50) 20. Climate controls (P . 4-38, 4-45) 21. Hazard warning flasher switch (P . 2-32) 22. Ignition switch (P . 5-9) 23. Tilt steering wheel control (P . 3-25) 24. Heated steering wheel swit ...
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1. Speedometer 2. Odometer 3. Change button SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER Speedometer The speedometer indicates vehicle speed. Odometer/T win trip odometer The odometer/twin trip odometer is displayed when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position. The odometer records the total distance the ve- hicle has been driven. The twin trip odometer recor ...
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For vehicles equipped with trip computer, push- ing the change button changes the display as follows: T rip → T rip → Distance to Empty → Average speed → Average fuel consumption → Journey time → T rip For additional information, refer to “T rip com- puter” later in this section. For vehicles equipped with navigation system, refer t ...
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Resetting is done by pressing the change button for more than approximately 1 second. The dis- play is updated every 30 seconds. At about the first 1/3 miles (500 m) after a reset, the display shows (----) . Journey time The journey time mode shows the time since the last reset. The displayed time can be reset by pressing the change button for more ...
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CAUTION If the gauge indicates coolant tempera- ture near the hot (H) end of the normal range, reduce vehicle speed to decrease temperature. If the gauge is over the nor- mal range, stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible. If the engine is over- heated, continued operation of the ve- hicle may seriously damage the engine. See “If your vehicle ...
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ENGINE OIL PRESSURE GAUGE The gauge indicates the engine lubrication sys- tem oil pressure while the engine is running. The needle should be in the middle of the gauge when the engine is running. CAUTION ● This gauge is not designed to indicate low engine oil level. Use the dipstick to check the oil level. (See “Engine oil” in the “Maintena ...
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This unit measures terrestrial magnetism and in- dicates the heading direction of the vehicle. With the ignition switch in the ON position, press the or button as described in the charts below to activate various features of the automatic anti-glare rearview mirror. T ype A Push and hold the button for about: Feature: (Push button again for about 1 ...
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If the display reads “C”, calibrate the compass by driving the vehicle in three complete circles at less than 5 MPH (8 km/h) . Y ou can also calibrate the compass by driving your vehicle on your everyday route. The com- pass will be calibrated once it has tracked three complete circles. T ype B LIC0583 2-10 Instruments and controls Z REVIEW COP ...
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Zone variation change procedure The difference between magnetic north and geo- graphical north is known as variance. In some areas, this difference can sometimes be great enough to cause false compass readings. Follow these instructions to set the variance for your particular location if this happens: 1. Press and hold the button for about 11 secon ...
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1. With the display turned on, press and hold the button for about 13 seconds or the for about 10 seconds. The “C” icon in the compass display will illuminate. 2. Calibrate the compass by driving the vehicle in three complete circles at a maximum speed of 5 MPH (8 km/h) . 3. After completing the circles, the display should return to normal. CAU ...
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or Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light Low fuel warning light Front passenger air bag status light Automatic transmission check warning light (if so equipped) Low tire pressure warning light High beam indicator light (Blue) Automatic transmission oil temperature warn- ing light Low windshield washer fluid warning light Hill descent control ...
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CHECKING BULBS With all doors closed, apply the parking brake and place the ignition switch in the ON position without starting the engine. The following lights will come on: , or , , , , The following lights come on briefly and then go off: or , , , , , , , If any light fails to come on, it may indicate an open circuit in the electrical system. Ha ...
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● Part time 4WD: Shift the 4WD switch into the 2WD, 4H or 4LO position again to turn off the A TP warning light when the shift selector is in the P position and the A TP warning light is ON . (Before shifting the 4WD switch into the 4LO position, move the shift selector into the N position once, shift the shift se- lector into P again and make su ...
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CAUTION ● Do not ground electrical accessories directly to the battery terminal. Doing so will bypass the variable control sys- tem and the vehicle battery may not charge completely. Refer to “Variable voltage control system” in the “Mainte- nance and do-it-yourself” section later in this manual. ● Do not continue driving if the generat ...
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NISSAN Intelligent K ey™ warning light (if so equipped) The Intelligent K ey warning light illuminates green when the ignition switch can be turned. The Intelligent K ey warning light illuminates red when the ignition switch cannot be turned. The Intelligent Key warning light blinks red if the Intelligent Key is taken outside of the vehicle while ...
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WARNING ● If the light does not illuminate with the ignition switch placed in the ON posi- tion, have the vehicle checked by a NISSAN dealer as soon as possible. ● If the light illuminates while driving, avoid sudden steering maneuvers or abrupt braking, reduce vehicle speed, pull off the road to a safe location and stop the vehicle as soon as ...
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position. Return the shift selector to P (Park) with the ignition switch in the OFF position and the light will turn off. Place the ignition switch in the L OCK position and the chime will turn off. Supplemental air bag warning light When the ignition switch is placed in the ON or ST ART position, the supplemental air bag warn- ing light illuminate ...
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Front passenger air bag status light The front passenger air bag status light ( ) will be lit and the passenger front air bag will be OFF depending on how the front passenger seat is being used. For front passenger air bag status light operation, see “Front passenger air bag and status light” in the “Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemen ...
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– avoid steep uphill grades. – if possible, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled or towed. The Malfunction Indicator Light may stop blinking and come on steady . Have the vehicle inspected by a NISSAN dealer. Y ou do not need to have your vehicle towed to the dealer. CAUTION Continued vehicle operation without hav- ing the emission control s ...
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to the N position with the brake pedal depressed, then depress and turn the 4WD shift switch to 4L O or 4H. Y ou cannot move the transfer 4WD shift switch between 4H and 4L O unless you stop the vehicle and shift the shift selector to the N position with the brake pedal depressed. Part time 4WD (if so equipped) The 4L O indicator light must stop bl ...
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Light reminder chime With the ignition switch placed in the OFF posi- tion, a chime sounds when the driver’s door is opened if the headlights or parking lights are on. T urn the headlight control switch off before leav- ing the vehicle. NISSAN Intelligent K ey™ buzzer (if so equipped) The Intelligent Key buzzer sounds if any one of the followin ...
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● any request switch (Intelligent Key mod- els) . ● the keyfob or Intelligent Key . K eyfob and Intelligent Key operation: ● Push the button. All doors lock. The hazard lights flash twice and the horn beeps once to indicate all doors are locked. ● When the button is pushed with all doors locked, the hazard lights flash twice and the horn be ...
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If the engine fails to start using a registered key (for example, when interference is caused by another registered key, an automated toll road device or automatic payment device on the key ring) , restart the engine using the following pro- cedures: 1. Leave the ignition switch placed in the ON position for approximately 5 seconds. 2. Place the ig ...
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SWITCH OPERATION The windshield wiper and washer operates when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position. Push the lever down to operate the wiper at the following speed: s 1 Intermittent (INT) — intermittent operation can be adjusted by turning the knob toward s A (Slower) or s B (Faster) . Also, the inter- mittent operation speed varies ...
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The rear window wiper and washer operate when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position. T urn the switch clockwise from the OFF position to operate the wiper. s 1 Intermittent (INT) – intermittent operation (not adjustable) s 2 ON – continuous low speed operation Push the switch forward s 3 to operate the washer. The wiper will also ope ...
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HEADLIGHT CONTROL SWITCH Lighting s 1 When turning the switch to the posi- tion, the front parking, tail, license plate and instrument panel lights come on. s 2 When turning the switch to the posi- tion, the headlights come on and all the other lights remain on. CAUTION Use the headlights with the engine run- ning to avoid discharging the vehicle b ...
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Autolight system (if so equipped) The autolight system allows the headlights to be set so they turn on and off automatically. The autolight system can: ● T urn on the headlights, front parking, tail, license plate and instrument panel lights au- tomatically when it is dark. ● T urn off all the lights when it is light. ● K eep all the lights o ...
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Be sure you do not put anything on top of the autolight sensor s 1 located on the top side of the instrument panel. The autolight sensor controls the autolight ; if it is cov- ered, the autolight sensor reacts as if it is dark out and the headlights will illuminate. If this occurs while parked with the engine off and the ignition switch placed in t ...
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ning lights will remain on until the ignition switch is placed in the OFF position. WARNING When the daytime running light system is active, tail lights on your vehicle are not on. It is necessary at dusk to turn on your headlights. Failure to do so could cause an accident injuring yourself and others. INSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESS CONTROL The instrument b ...
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FOG LIGHT SWITCH (if so equipped) T o turn the fog lights on, turn the headlight switch to the position, then turn the fog light switch to the position. T o turn the fog lights on with the headlight switch in the AUT O position (if so equipped) , the head- lights must be on, then turn the fog light switch to the position. T o turn the fog lights of ...
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T o sound the horn, push the area between the horn icons on the steering wheel. WARNING Do not disassemble the horn. Doing so could affect proper operation of the supplemental front air bag system. T am- pering with the supplemental front air bag system may result in serious personal injury. The heated steering wheel system is designed to operate o ...
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The front seats are warmed by built-in heaters (if so equipped) . 1. Start the engine. 2. Push the L O or HI position of the switch, as desired, depending on the temperature. The indicator light in the switch will illuminate. The heater is controlled by a thermostat, automatically turning the heater on and off. The indicator light will remain on as ...
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WARNING ● Never rely solely on the hill descent control system to control vehicle speed when driving on steep downhill grades. Always drive carefully when using the hill descent control system and decel- erate the vehicle speed by depressing the brake pedal if necessary. Be espe- cially careful when driving on frozen, muddy or extremely steep dow ...
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The power outlets are for powering electrical accessories such as cellular telephones. The bottom power outlet located on instrument panel and the power outlet located in the cargo area are powered directly by the vehicle’s battery . The top power outlet (if so equipped) located on the instrument panel and the power outlet lo- cated inside the ce ...
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● Push the plug in as far as it will go. If good contact is not made, the plug may overheat or the internal temperature fuse may open. ● When not in use, be sure to close the cap. Do not allow water to contact the outlet. STORAGE TRAYS WARNING Do not place sharp objects in the trays to help prevent injury in an accident or sud- den stop. T op c ...
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STORAGE BINS Right-hand side 3rd row tray WIC0830 Front row bin WIC1270 2-38 Instruments and controls Z REVIEW COPY— 2009 Pathfinder (pat) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 05/29/08—debbie X I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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2ND ROW UNDER-SEAT STORAGE BIN T o access the under-seat storage bins: s 1 Tip up the 2nd row bench seat. Refer to “Tip up for easy entry to the 3rd row” in the “Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemen- tal restraint system” section earlier in this manual. s 2 Fold up the bottom cushion of the center seat. s 3 Push the latch to release t ...
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GLOVE BOX T o open the top portion of the glove box, push the latch s A up and raise the lid. T o open the lower portion of the glove box, pull the handle s B down and lower the lid. Use the master key to lock or unlock the glove box. The valet key cannot be used to lock or unlock the glove box. WARNING Keep glove box lid closed while driving to he ...
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MAP POCKETS SEAT POCKETS A pocket is located on the back of the driver’s seat. CUP HOLDERS The front cup holders have adapters that can be removed to accommodate larger cups. WARNING The cup holder should not be used while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation. LIC0772 LIC0575 Front WIC1271 Instruments and controls 2-41 Z RE ...
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CAUTION ● Avoid abrupt starting and braking when the cup holder is being used to prevent spilling the drink. If the liquid is hot, it can scald you or your passenger. ● Use only soft cups in the cup holder. Hard objects can injure you in an accident. T o open the 2nd row cup holders (rear of the front console) , lower the lid. T o close, raise ...
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CAUTION ● Do not use bottle holder for any other objects that could be thrown about in the vehicle and possibly injure people during sudden braking or an accident. ● Do not use bottle holder for open liquid containers. CARGO AREA STORAGE T o access the floor storage area, push down s 1 to raise the handle, then pull up on the handle s 2 to lift ...
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WARNING ● Properly secure all cargo with ropes or straps to help prevent it from sliding or shifting. Do not place cargo higher than the seatbacks. In a sudden stop or col- lision, unsecured cargo could cause personal injury. ● Use suitable ropes and hooks to secure cargo. ● Never allow anyone to ride in the lug- gage area. It is extremely da ...
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CARGO NETS WARNING ● Properly secure all cargo to help pre- vent it from sliding or shifting. Do not place cargo higher than the seatbacks. In a sudden stop or collision, unsecured cargo could cause personal injury. ● Be sure to secure all four hooks into the retainers. The cargo restrained in the net must not exceed 30 lbs. (13.6 kg) or the ne ...
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T o install a luggage side net, attach the net to the retainers. T o remove, detach the net from the retainers. The lift gate net is not removable. WARNING ● The cargo restrained in the lift gate net must not exceed 2 lb (1 kg) or the net may not stay secured. ● Do not place sharp objects in the lug- gage side nets. Such objects may be- come da ...
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ROOF RACK WARNING ● Drive extra carefully when the vehicle is loaded at or near the cargo carrying capacity, especially if the significant portion of that load is carried on the roof rack. ● Heavy loading of the roof rack has the potential to affect the vehicle stability and handling during sudden or abnor- mal handling maneuvers. ● Roof rack ...
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Always distribute the luggage evenly on the roof rack. Do not load more than 200 pounds (91 kg) . Be careful that your vehicle does not exceed the Gross Vehicle W eight Rating (GVWR) or its Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR front and rear) . The GVWR and GA WR are located on the F .M.V.S.S. label (located on the driver’s door pillar) . For more info ...
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1. Window lock button 2. P ower door lock switch 3. Front passenger’s side automatic switch 4. Right rear passenger window switch 5. Left rear passenger window switch 6. Driver’s side automatic switch Driver’s side power window switch The driver’s side control panel is equipped with switches to open or close the front and rear passenger win ...
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Rear power window switch The rear power window switches open or close only the corresponding windows. T o open the window , push the switch and hold it down s 1 .T o close the window , pull the switch up s 2 . Locking passengers’ windows When the window lock button is depressed, only the driver’s side window can be opened or closed. Push it aga ...
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AUTOMATIC MOONROOF The moonroof will only operate when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position. The auto- matic moonroof is operational for about 45 sec- onds, even if the ignition switch is placed in the ACC or OFF position. If the driver’s door or the front passenger’s door is opened during this period of about 45 seconds, power to t ...
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When closing: If the control unit detects something caught in the moonroof as it moves to the front, the moonroof will immediately open backward. When tilting down: If the control unit detects something caught in the moonroof as it tilts down, the moonroof will im- mediately tilt up. If the auto reverse function malfunctions and re- peats opening o ...
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When the switch is in the ON position s 2 , the interior lights will stay on for about 30 seconds when: ● The doors are unlocked by the keyfob, a key , or the power door lock switch while all doors are closed and the ignition switch is in the OFF position. ● The driver’s door is opened and then closed while the key is removed from the ignitio ...
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T o turn the map lights on, press the switches. T o turn them off, press the switches again. CAUTION Do not use for extended periods of time with the engine stopped. This could result in a discharged battery. The cargo light on the overhead trim has a three- position switch. T o operate, push the switch to the desired position. ON: The light is ill ...
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WARNING ● Do not use the HomeLink T Universal T ransceiver with any garage door opener that lacks safety stop and re- verse features as required by federal safety standards. (These standards be- came effective for opener models manufactured after April 1, 1982) . A ga- rage door opener which cannot detect an object in the path of a closing garage ...
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grammed device, press and hold the pro- grammed HomeLink T button — releasing when the device begins to activate. 5. If the indicator light on the HomeLink T blinks rapidly for 2 seconds and then turns solid, HomeLink T has picked up a “rolling code” garage door opener signal. Y ou will need to proceed with the next steps to train the HomeLin ...
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● position the hand-held transmitte r1-3 inches (26 - 76 mm) away from the HomeLink T surface. Hold the transmitter in that position for up to 15 seconds. If HomeLink T is not programmed within that time, try holding the transmitter in another position – keeping the indicator light in view at all times. If you continue to have programming diffi ...
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2-58 Instruments and controls MEMO I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments K e y s .............................................3 - 2 NISSAN Intelligent key™ (if so equipped) ..........3 - 2 NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system keys ..........3 - 3 Doors ............................................3 - 4 Locking with key ................................3 - 4 Locking with inside lock knob ...
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1. T wo master keys (black) with transpon- der chip and chrome NISSAN brand symbol on one side 2. V alet key (black) with transponder chip 3. K ey number plate 4. T ransponder chip A key number plate is supplied with your keys. Record the key number and keep it in a safe place (such as your wallet) , not in the vehicle. If you lose your keys, see a ...
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Never leave these keys in the vehicle. As many as 4 Intelligent Keys can be registered and used with one vehicle. The new keys must be registered by a NISSAN dealer prior to use with the Intelligent Key and NISSAN V ehicle Immobi- lizer System of your vehicle. Since the registra- tion process requires erasing all memory in the Intelligent Key compo ...
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The master key can be used for all the locks. The valet key cannot be used for the glove box lock. T o protect your belongings when you leave a key with someone, give them the valet key only . Never leave these keys in the vehicle. Additional or replacement keys: If you still have a key , the key number is not necessary when you need extra NISSAN V ...
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Opening and closing windows The driver’s door key operation allows you to open and close windows equipped with auto- matic operation at the same time. ● T o open the windows, turn the driver’s door key toward the rear of the vehicle for longer than 1 second after the door is unlocked. ● T o close the windows, turn the driver’s door key to ...
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Lockout protection When the power door lock switch (driver’s or front passenger’s side) is moved to the lock position with the key in the ignition and any door open, all doors will lock and then unlock auto- matically . This helps to prevent the keys from being accidently locked inside the vehicle. AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKS ● All doors will be loc ...
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WARNING ● Radio waves could adversely affect electric medical equipment. Those who use a pacemaker should contact the electric medical equipment manufac- turer for the possible influences before use. ● The Intelligent Key transmits radio waves when the buttons are pushed. The FAA advises the radio waves may affect aircraft navigation and commun ...
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switch. Pay special attention that the vehicle bat- tery is not completely discharged. As many as 4 Intelligent Keys can be registered and used with one vehicle. For information about the purchase and use of additional Intelligent K eys, contact a NISSAN dealer. CAUTION ● Do not allow the Intelligent Key, which contains electrical components, to ...
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OPERATING RANGE The Intelligent Key functions can only be used when the Intelligent Key is within the specified operating range from the request switch s 1 . When the Intelligent K ey battery is discharged or strong radio waves are present near the operat- ing location, the Intelligent K ey operating range becomes narrower, and the Intelligent K ey ...
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● Do not pull the door handle before pushing the door handle request switch. The door will be unlocked but will not open. Release the door handle once and pull it again to open the door. NISSAN INTELLIGENT K EY™ OPERATION Y ou can lock or unlock the doors without taking the key out of your pocket or bag. When you carry the Intelligent Key with ...
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NO TE: ● Doors lock with the door handle request switch while the ignition switch is not in the L OCK position. ● Doors do not lock by pushing the door handle request switch while any door is open. However, doors lock with the me- chanical key even if any door is open. ● Doors do not lock with the door handle request switch with the Intellige ...
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● When the Intelligent Key is placed in- side the glove box or a storage bin. ● When the Intelligent Key is placed in- side the door pockets. ● When the Intelligent Key is placed in- side or near metallic materials. Unlocking doors 1. Carry the Intelligent Key . 2. Push the door handle request switch s 1 or s 2 . 3. The hazard warning lights ...
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The interior light can be turned off without waiting for 30 seconds by performing one of the follow- ing operations: ● Placing the ignition switch in the ON posi- tion. ● Locking the doors with the remote controller. ● Switching the room light switch to the OFF position. HOW TO USE THE REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY FUNCTION The remote keyless entry fu ...
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CAUTION After locking the doors using the Intelli- gent Key, be sure that the doors have been securely locked by operating the door handles. Unlocking doors 1. Push the button on the Intelligent Key . 2. The hazard warning lights flash once. 3. Push the button again within five sec- onds to unlock all doors. All doors will be locked automatically u ...
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Using the panic alarm If you are near your vehicle and feel threatened, you may activate the panic alarm to call attention by pushing and holding the button on the Intelligent Key for longer than 0.5 seconds. The panic alarm and headlights will stay on for 25 seconds. The panic alarm stops when: ● it has run for 50 seconds, or ● any button is p ...
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The hazard warning lights will flash once and the horn will sound once to confirm that the horn beep feature has been reactivated. Deactivating the horn beep feature does not si- lence the horn if the alarm is triggered. W ARNING SIGNALS T o help prevent the vehicle from moving unex- pectedly by erroneous operation of the Intelligent K ey or to hel ...
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T ROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE V erify the location of all Intelligent K eys that are programmed for the vehicle. If another Intelligent K ey is in range or inside the vehicle, the vehicle system may respond differently than expected. Symptom Possible Cause Remedy When pushing the ignition switch to stop the engine The SHIFT P warning appears on the dis- p ...
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WARNING Radio waves could adversely affect elec- tric medical equipment. Those who use a pacemaker should contact the electric medical equipment manufacturer for the possible influences before use. The remote keyless entry keyfob trans- mits radio waves when the buttons are pushed. The FAA advises the radio waves may affect aircraft navigation and ...
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HOW TO USE REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM Locking doors 1. Close all windows. 2. Remove the key from the ignition switch. 3. Close the hood and all doors. 4. Push the button on the keyfob. All the doors lock. The hazard warning lights flash twice and the horn beeps once to indicate all doors are locked. ● When the button is pushed with all doors loc ...
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Push the button on the keyfob again within 5 seconds. ● All doors unlock. ● The hazard warning lights flash once if all doors are completely closed. The interior lights can be turned off without wait- ing 30 seconds by inserting the key into the ignition and turning to the ON or ST ART position, locking the doors with the keyfob or pushing the ...
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Silencing the horn beep feature If desired, the horn beep feature can be deacti- vated using the keyfob. NO TE: If you change the horn beep and lamp flash feature with the keyfob, the display screen (if so equipped) will not show the current mode and cannot be used to change the mode. Use the keyfob to return to the pre- vious mode and re-enable th ...
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WARNING ● Make sure the hood is completely closed and latched before driving. Fail- ure to do so could cause the hood to fly open and result in an accident. ● If you see steam or smoke coming from the engine compartment, to avoid injury do not open the hood. WARNING ● Always be sure the lift gate has been closed securely to prevent it from op ...
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T o open, pull up on the smaller outside handle to release the glass hatch, then pull up on the glass hatch. T o close, lower and push the glass hatch down securely . NO TE: The lift gate must be unlocked in order to open the glass hatch. WARNING Do not drive with the glass hatch open. This could allow dangerous exhaust gases to be drawn into the v ...
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FUEL-FILLER CAP The fuel-filler cap is a ratcheting type. T urn the cap counterclockwise to remove. T o tighten, turn the cap clockwise until ratcheting clicks are heard. Put the fuel-filler cap on the cap holder s 1 while refueling. WARNING ● Gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive under certain condi- tions. Y ou could be burned or ...
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CAUTION ● If fuel is spilled on the vehicle body, flush it away with water to avoid paint damage. ● Insert the fuel-filler cap straight into the fuel-filler tube, then tighten until the fuel-filler cap clicks. Failure to tighten the fuel-filler cap properly may cause the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) to illuminate. If the light illuminates ...
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CAUTION Do not adjust the pedal position with your foot on the pedal. s 1 T o block glare from the front, swing down the main sun visor. s 2 T o block glare from the side, remove the main sun visor from the center mount and swing the visor to the side. s 3 Slide the extension sun visor (if so equipped) in or out as needed. CAUTION ● Do not store ...
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V ANITY MIRRORS T o access the vanity mirror, pull the sun visor down and flip open the mirror cover. Some vanity mirrors are illuminated and turn on when the mirror cover is open. REARVIEW MIRROR (if so equipped) The night position s 1 reduces glare from the headlights of vehicles behind you at night. Use the day position s 2 when driving in dayli ...
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T ype A With the ignition switch in the ON position, press the button as described: ● T o turn off the anti-glare feature, push the button. The indicator light will turn off. ● T o turn on the anti-glare feature, push the button again. The indicator light will turn on. The indicator light will illuminate when the auto- matic anti-glare feature ...
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For information on HomeLink T Universal T rans- ceiver operation, see “HomeLink T Universal T ransceiver” in the “Instrument and controls” sec- tion of this manual. For information on the compass and compass features s 2 , see “Compass display” in the “Instru- ment and controls” section of this manual. OUTSIDE MIRRORS The outside mi ...
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Foldable outside mirrors Pull the outside mirror toward the door to fold it. The automatic drive positioner system has two features: ● Memory storage function ● Entry/exit function MEMORY STORAGE FUNCTION T wo positions for the driver’s seat, accelerator and brake pedals, and outside mirrors can be stored in the automatic drive positioner mem ...
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mation, see “Seats” in the “Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint sys- tem” section and “Pedal position adjust- ment” and “Outside mirrors” earlier in this section. During this step, do not turn the ignition switch to any position other than ON. 4. Push the SET switch and, within 5 seconds, push the memory switch (1 ...
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The driver’s seat, accelerator and brake pedals, and outside mirrors will move to the memorized position with the indicator light blinking, and then the light will stay on for approximately 5 seconds. ENTRY/EXIT FUNCTION This system is designed so that the driver’s seat will automatically move when the shift selector lever is in the P (Park) po ...
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4 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems Control panel buttons — color screen without Navigation System (if so equipped) ..................4 - 4 How to use the NISSAN controller ...............4 - 5 How to select menus on the screen ..............4 - 6 How to use the ST A TUS button ..................4 - 6 How to use the INF ...
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Audio operation precautions .................... 4-50 FM/AM radio with compact disc (CD) player (if so equipped) ............................... 4-55 FM/AM/SA T radio with compact disc (CD) changer (if so equipped) ....................... 4-60 FM/AM/SA T radio with compact disc (CD) player (if so equipped) ......................... 4-68 CompactFlas ...
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Ending a call ................................. 4-128 Phone settin g................................ 4-128 Call volume .................................. 4-130 NISSAN V oice Recognition System (if so equipped) ................................. 4-131 NISSAN V oice Recognition Standard Mode ..... 4-131 Using the system ............................. 4 ...
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WARNING ● Positioning of the heating or air condi- tioning controls and display controls should not be done while driving in or- der that full attention may be given to the driving operation. ● Do not disassemble or modify this sys- tem. If you do, it may result in accidents, fire, or electrical shock. ● Do not use this system if you notice a ...
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CAUTION ● The glass screen on the liquid crystal display may break if it is hit with a hard or sharp object. If the glass breaks, do not touch the liquid crystalline material, which contains a small amount of mer- cury. In case of contact with skin, wash immediately with soap and water. ● T o clean the display, never use a rough cloth, alcohol, ...
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If you press the BACK button s 4 during setup, the setup will be canceled and/or the display will return to the previous screen. ● Finish setup. In some screens pressing the BACK button s 4 accepts the changes made during setup. HOW TO SELECT MENUS ON THE SCREEN V ehicle functions are viewed on the center dis- play screen in menus. Whenever a men ...
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HOW TO USE THE INFO BUTTON Press the INFO button. The display screen shows vehicle information for your convenience. The information shown on the screen should be a guide to determine the condition of the vehicle. See the following for details. Fuel economy Press the INFO button then select the “Fuel Economy” key using the NISSAN controller and ...
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Fuel economy record Press the INFO button, then select the “Fuel Economy” key , then select the “View” key using the NISSAN controller and press the ENTER button. The average fuel consumption history will be displayed in a graph form along with the average fuel for the previous Reset-to-Reset period. Tire pressure information (if so equippe ...
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T rip computer Press the INFO button, then select the “T rip Computer” key using the NISSAN controller and press the ENTER button. The trip computer will display the following items: ● Elapsed Time – Journey time since the last reset up to a maximum of 99 hours and 59 minutes. ● Driving Distance – Distance driven (mile or km) since the ...
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Changing the maintenance interval Select one of the “Reminder (1 – 4)” keys using the NISSAN controller and press the ENTER button to display the screen to change the main- tenance interval. Select the “Interval” key using the NISSAN con- troller and press the ENTER button. Use the NISSAN controller to change the maintenance interval; to ...
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● The ignition switch is placed in the ON po- sition the next time the vehicle will be driven. T o return to the previous display after the MAIN- TENANCE NO TICE screen is displayed, press the BACK button. The MAINTENANCE NOTICE screen displays each time the key is turned ON until one of the following conditions are met: ● The “Reset” key i ...
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Display settings Select the “Display” key and press the ENTER button. The Display settings screen will appear. Brightness/contrast : Select the “Brightness” key or the “Contrast” key to adjust the brightness or contrast of the map background. Use the NISSAN controller to adjust the brightness to darker or brighter and the con- trast to ...
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T o turn the screen on: ● Press the SETTING button and select the “Display” key and then select the “Display ON” key. Then set the screen to on by press- ing the ENTER button, or ● Hold the OFF button for approxi- mately 2 seconds and the message “resum- ing display” will appear and the “Display ON” key will be automatically tur ...
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Daylight Savings Time: When this item is enabled (indicator light illumi- nated) , daylight savings time is on. T o turn off the daylight savings time, touch the “ON” key; the amber indicator light will disappear. Time Zone: Select the “Time Zone” key; the Time Zone screen will appear. Select one of the following zones, depending on the cur ...
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Clock Adjust : Adjust the time by manually inputting the correct time. ● 0–9 : Select to change the number in the display . ● Modify: Select to change the number at the cursor position. ● >: Select to move the cursor position to the right. ● <: Select to move the cursor position to the left. ● OK: Select to accept the changes made ...
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Auto Interior Illumination: Select to turn on or turn off the illumination of the interior lights when any door is unlocked. Speed Sensing Wiper Interval: Select to turn on or turn off the wiper interval adjusted automati- cally according to the vehicle speed. Remote Key Response Horn: Select to turn on or turn off the horn beep mode used when the ...
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Language / Units Use the NISSAN controller to select the “Lan- guage / Units” key and press the ENTER button. Select which setting you want to change using the NISSAN controller and selecting either the “Select Language” key or the “Select Units” key by pressing the ENTER button. Select Language: Select the “English” key , the “Fr ...
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OFF BUTTON T o change the display brightness, press the OFF button. Pressing the button again will change the display to the day or the night display . Then, adjust the brightness by using the NISSAN controller. The display brightness can also be adjusted us- ing the + (brighter) button or the 2 (dimmer) button. If no operation is done within 10 se ...
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9. BACK (previous) button (P . 4-19) 10. ROUTE button* 11. ZOOM IN button* 12. MAP button* 13. ZOOM OUT button* *For Navigation system control buttons, refer to the separate Navigation System Owner’s Manual. **For information on the PHONE button, see “Bluetooth T Hands-Free Phone System with Navigation System” later in this section. When you ...
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● Do not splash any liquid such as water or car fragrance on the display. Contact with liquid will cause the system to malfunction. T o help ensure safe driving, some functions can- not be operated while driving. The on-screen functions that are not available while driving will be “grayed out” or muted. Park the vehicle in a safe location and ...
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Inputting characters: T ouch the letter or number key s 1 . There are some options available when inputting characters. ● Uppercase: Shows uppercase characters. ● Lowercase: Shows lowercase characters. ● Space: Inserts a space. ● Symbols: Shows symbols such as the question mark (?) . ● Delete: Deletes the last character that has been inpu ...
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2. Menu Selections: Shows the options to choose within that menu screen (for example, Auto Interior Illu- mination, etc.) . 3. UP/DOWN Movement Indicator: Shows that the NISSAN controller may be used to move UP/DOWN on the screen and select more options. 4. Screen Count: Shows the number of menu selections avail- able for that screen (for example, ...
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Fuel economy Press the INFO button, then select the “Fuel Economy” key using the NISSAN controller and press the ENTER button to display Average Fuel Economy , Distance to Empty and Fuel Economy Record. Distance to empty (MI or km) The Distance T o Empty (D TE) mode provides you with an estimation of the distance that can be driven before refue ...
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Tire pressure information T o display tire pressure information, press the INFO button, then select the “Tire Pressure” key using the NISSAN controller and press the EN- TER button. Pressure indication in ** psi on the screen indi- cates that the pressure is being measured. After a few driving trips, the pressure for each tire will be displayed ...
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Resetting the trip computer Each item in the trip computer can be reset to 0. Select the “Reset” key on the item that needs to be reset using the NISSAN controller and press the ENTER button. T o reset all of the items in the trip computer select the “Reset ALL ” key and press the ENTER button. A confirmation screen will appear; select the ...
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Resetting the maintenance interval T o reset the reminder schedule (distance) to 0 mi (km) , select the “Reset Distance” key using the NISSAN controller and press the ENTER button. Displaying the maintenance notice re- minder Select the “Interval Reminder ON” key and press the ENTER button to display the MAINTENANCE INFORMA TION automatical ...
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Other items Press the INFO button and select the “Others” key using the NISSAN controller and press the ENTER button to view information on the naviga- tion and voice recognition systems. V oice recognition For V oice Recognition settings, refer to “NISSAN V oice Recognition system (if so equipped)” later in this section. Navigation version ...
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Display settings Select the “Display” key and press the ENTER button. The Display settings screen will appear. Brightness/contrast : Select the “Brightness” key or the “Contrast” key to adjust the brightness or contrast of the map background. Use the NISSAN controller to adjust the brightness to darker or brighter and the con- trast to ...
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T o turn the screen on: ● Press the SETTING button and select the “Display” key and then select the “Display ON” key. Then set the screen to on by press- ing the ENTER button, or ● Hold the OFF button for approxi- mately 2 seconds and the message “resum- ing display” will appear and the “Display ON” key will be automatically tur ...
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Time Zone: Select the “Time Zone” key; the Time Zone screen will appear. Select one of the following zones, depending on the current location, by selecting the correct time zone key and pressing the ENTER button to enable that time zone (indicator light will illumi- nate for that location) . ● Pacific ● Mountain ● Central ● Eastern ● ...
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Auto Interior Illumination: Select to turn on or turn off the illumination of the interior lights when any door is unlocked. Auto Headlights Sensitivity: Select to adjust the sensitivity of the automatic headlights higher (right) or lower (left) . Auto Headlights Off Delay: Select to change the duration of the automatic headlight off timer from 0, ...
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Select to turn off all sounds made when a door handle request switch is pushed, by selecting the “OFF” key. Intelligent Key Unlock Reply: Select to change the sound of the Intelligent K ey mode used when a door handle request switch is pushed to unlock. Select to turn off all sounds made when a door handle request switch is pushed, by selecting ...
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Select Language: Select the “English” key or the “Français” key to change the language shown on the display . If you select the “Français” key, French language will be displayed so please use the French Own- er’s Manual. T o obtain a French Owner’s Manual, please see “Owner’s Manual/Service Manual Or- der Information” in the ...
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Beep setting With this option on (indicator light illuminated) , a beep will sound if any control panel button is pressed. Phone settings For phone settings refer to “Bluetooth T Hands- Free Phone System With Navigation System” later in this section. OFF BUTTON T o change the display brightness, press the OFF button. Pressing the button again w ...
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● When washing the vehicle with high- pressure water, be sure not to spray it around the camera. Otherwise, water may enter the camera unit causing wa- ter condensation on the lens, a mal- function, fire or an electric shock. ● Do not strike the camera. It is a preci- sion instrument. Otherwise, it may mal- function or cause damage resulting in ...
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OPERATING TIPS ● When the shift selector is shifted to R (Re- verse) , the monitor screen automatically changes to the RearView Monitor mode. However, the radio can be heard. ● It may take some time until the RearView Monitor is displayed after the shift selector has been shifted to R (Reverse) . Objects may be distorted momentarily until the R ...
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Adjust air flow direction for the driver and pas- senger side windows s 1 , driver and passenger front s 2 , center s 3 , rear passenger compartment s 4 , and rear center console (if so equipped) vents s 5 by moving the vent slide and/or vent assemblies. LHA0488 Rear center console vents (if so equipped) WHA0510 V ENTS Monitor, climate, audio, phon ...
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WARNING ● The air conditioner cooling function op- erates only when the engine is running. ● Do not leave children or adults who would normally require the assistance of others alone in your vehicle. Pets should also not be left alone. They could accidentally injure themselves or others through inadvertent operation of the vehicle. Also, on hot ...
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— Air flows mainly from defroster outlets. T emperature control dial The temperature control dial allows you to adjust the temperature of the outlet air. T o lower the temperature, turn the dial to the left. T o increase the temperature, turn the dial to the right. Air recirculation button ON position (Indicator light on) : Interior air is recirc ...
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● T o quickly remove ice or fog from the win- dows, turn the fan control dial to 4 and the temperature control lever to the full HO T position. ● When the position is selected, the air conditioner automatically turns on (however, the indicator light will not illuminate) if the outside temperature is more than 36°F (2°C) . The air conditioning ...
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Cooling This mode is used to cool and dehumidify the air. 1. Push the button to the off position. 2. T urn the air flow control dial to the position. 3. T urn the fan control dial to the desired posi- tion. 4. Push the button. The indicator light comes on. 5. T urn the temperature control dial to the de- sired position. ● For quick cooling when t ...
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AIR FLOW CHARTS The following charts show the button and dial positions for MAXIMUM AND QUICK heating, cooling or defrosting. For additional information on heating and cooling, see “Heater and air con- ditioner” in this section. The air recirculation ( ) button should always be in the OFF position for heating and defrosting. WHA0780 4-42 Monito ...
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WHA0781 WHA0782 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems 4-43 Z REVIEW COPY— 2009 Pathfinder (pat) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 05/29/08—debbie X I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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WHA0783 WHA1063 4-44 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems Z REVIEW COPY— 2009 Pathfinder (pat) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 05/29/08—debbie X I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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1. Driver temperature control dial/AUT O button 2. A/C ON/OFF button 3. Fan speed control (increase) 4. Front window defroster button 5. MODE button 6. Passenger temperature control dial/ DUAL button 7. System OFF 8. Fan speed control (decrease) 9. Rear window defroster button 10. Air recirculation button WARNING ● The air conditioner cooling fun ...
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● The temperature of the passenger compart- ment will be maintained automatically. Air flow distribution, fan speed and A/C on/off are also controlled automatically . ● A visible mist may be seen coming from the ventilators in hot, humid conditions as the air is cooled rapidly . This does not indicate a malfunction. Dehumidified defrosting or d ...
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The sunload sensor s 1 , located on the top center of the instrument panel, helps the system main- tain a constant temperature. Do not put anything on or around this sensor. Rear seat temperature and fan speed can be controlled from both the front seat overhead con- sole controls or the rear seat controls (on back of center console) . Press the REA ...
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1. Rear fan speed control dial 2. Rear temperature control dial CONTROLS Fan control dial The fan control dial turns the rear vent fan on and off and controls fan speed. T emperature control dial The temperature control dial allows rear passen- gers to adjust the temperature of the outlet air. The air conditioner system in your NISSAN ve- hicle is ...
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Reception conditions will constantly change be- cause of vehicle movement. Buildings, terrain, signal distance and interference from other ve- hicles can work against ideal reception. De- scribed below are some of the factors that can affect your radio reception. Some cellular phones or other devices may cause interference or a buzzing noise to com ...
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AUDIO OPERATION PRECAUTIONS Compact disc (CD) player CAUTION ● Do not force a compact disc into the CD insert slot. This could damage the CD and/or CD changer/player. ● T rying to load a CD with the CD door closed could damage the CD and/or CD changer. ● Only one CD can be loaded into the CD player at a time. ● Only use high quality 4.7 in ...
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CHECK DISC: ● Confirm that the CD is inserted cor- rectly (the label side is facing up, etc .) . ● Confirm that the CD is not bent or warped and it is free of scratches. PRESS EJECT: This is an error due to excessive tem- perature inside the player. Remove the CD by pressing the EJECT button. After a short time, reinsert the CD. The CD can be p ...
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* Windows T and Windows Media T are regis- tered trademarks and trademarks of the Mi- crosoft Corporation in the United States of America and/or other countries. CompactFlash™ is a trademark of the SanDisk T Corporation in the United States of America and/or other countries. Playback order: Music playback order of a CD/CF with MP3 or WMA files is ...
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Specification chart : Supported media CD, CD-R, CD-RW , CF Supported file systems CD, CD-R, CD-RW: ISO9660 LEVEL1, ISO9660 LEVEL2, Apple ISO, Romeo, Joliet * ISO9660 Level 3 (packet writing) is not supported. CompactFlash card: F A T12, FA T16, FA T32 Supported versions*1 MP3 V ersion MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG2.5 Sampling frequency 8 kHz - 48 kHz Bit rate ...
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T roubleshooting guide: Symptom Cause and Countermeasure Cannot play Check if the CD/CF was inserted correctly. Check if the CD/CF is scratched or dirty. Check if there is condensation inside the player. If there is, wait until the condensation is gone (about 1 hour) before using the player. If there is a temperature increase error, the player will ...
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1. PRESET A·B·C button 2. CD eject button 3. MENU button 4. CD insert slot 5. CD button 6. FM·AM button 7. TUNE buttons 8. RPT button 9. PWR button/VOL control knob 10. RDM button 11. Station select (1 - 6) buttons 12. SEEK buttons FM/AM RADIO WITH COMPACT DISC (CD) PLAYER (if so equipped) For all operation precautions, see 9 Audio opera- tion p ...
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Bass and T reble to the desired level. Y ou can also use the SEEK button to adjust Fade and Balance modes. Fade adjusts the sound level between the front and rear speakers and Balance adjusts the sound between the right and left speakers. Once you have adjusted the sound quality to the desired level, press the MENU button repeatedly until the radio ...
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TUNE buttons: Manual tuning Press the TUNE or button for less than 0.5 seconds for manual tuning. T o move quickly through the channels, press and hold either TUNE or button down for more than 1.5 seconds. SEEK buttons: SEEK tuning Press the SEEK or button to seek through the frequencies. Seek tuning begins from low to high frequencies, or high to ...
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SEEK (Scan CDs) button: Press and hold the SEEK button for more than 1.5 seconds to scan through the first 10 seconds of a track on the compact disc. The SCAN icon is flashed during scan mode. The scan mode is canceled once it scans through all the tracks on the disc, or if the SEEK or button is pressed during the scan mode. RPT button: When the RP ...
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1. RADIO AM·FM button* 2. PRESET A·B·C button 3. RPT button 4. speaker control button 5. RDM button 6. P AUSE·MUTE button 7. REAR CTRL button 8. SCAN button 9. TRACK button 10. SEEK/CA T button 11. TUNE/FLDR and AUDIO control knob 12. CD load button 13. Station and CD select (1 - 6) buttons 14. CD eject button 15. VOL/ON·OFF control knob 16. D ...
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*When the RADIO AM·FM button is pressed, the satellite radio mode will be skipped unless an optional satellite re- ceiver and antenna are installed and an XM T satellite radio service subscription is active. Satellite radio is not available in Alaska, Hawaii and Guam. FM/AM/SA T RADIO WITH COMPACT DISC (CD) CHANGER (if so equipped) For all operati ...
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For information on how to use the NISSAN con- troller, see “How to use the NISSAN controller” earlier in this section. Precision phased audio (if so equipped) : T o turn on or off the precision phased audio, press the SETTING button. Select the “ Audio” key using the NISSAN controller, then press the ENTER button, the audio settings screen ...
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CD/MP3 display mode While listening to a CD or an MP3/WMA CD certain text might be able to be displayed (when CD encoded with text is being used) . Depending on how the CD or MP3/WMA CD is encoded the following text might be able to be displayed by selecting the “T ext” key using the NISSAN controller and pressing the ENTER but- ton: ● Folder ...
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The FM stereo indicator ST will illuminate during FM stereo reception. When the stereo broadcast signal is weak, the radio will automatically change from stereo to monaural reception. TUNE/FLDR (T uning) knob: T o manually tune the radio, turn the TUNE/FLDR knob to the right or left. SEEK/CA T and TRACK tuning buttons: Press the SEEK/CA T button or ...
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button: T o insert a CD in the CD changer, press the button for less than 1.5 seconds. Se- lect the loading slot by pressing the CD insert select button (1 – 6) , then insert the CD. T o insert 6 CDs to the CD changer, press and hold the button for more than 1.5 seconds. The slot numbers (1 – 6) will illuminate on the display when CDs are loade ...
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1 TRK RPT : The track that is currently playing will be repeated 1 FOLDER RPT : The folder that is currently being accessed will be repeated. RDM button: When the RDM button is pressed while the com- pact disc is played, the play pattern can be changed as follows: CD: ALL DISC MIX → 1 DISC MIX → ALL DISC MIX MP3/WMA CD: ALL DISC MIX → 1 DISC ...
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AUX jack The AUX jack s 1 is located below the air condi- tioner controls. The AUX audio input jack accepts any standard analog audio input, such as from a portable cassette tape player, MP3 player or a laptop computer. Press the DISC·AUX button to play a compatible device when it is plugged into the AUX jack. LHA1017 4-66 Monitor, climate, audio, ...
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1. PRESET A·B·C button 2. DISC/AUX button 3. speaker control button 4. REAR CTRL button 5. SCAN·RPT button 6. TRACK button 7. SEEK/CA T button 8. TUNE/FLDR and AUDIO control knob 9. CompactFlash insert slot 10. Station select (1 - 6) buttons 11. CD eject button 12. VOL/ON·OFF control knob 13. AM·FM/SA T button* 14. MUSIC BO X button WHA0945 Mo ...
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*When the AM·FM/SA T button is pressed, the satellite radio mode will be skipped unless an optional satellite re- ceiver and antenna are installed and an XM T satellite radio service subscription is active. Satellite radio is not available in Alaska, Hawaii and Guam. FM/AM/SA T RADIO WITH COMPACT DISC (CD) PLAYER (if so equipped) For all operation ...
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Precision phased audio (if so equipped) : T o turn on or off the precision phased audio, press the SETTING button. Then touch the “ Au- dio” key; the audio settings screen will be dis- played. T ouch the “Precision Phased Audio ON” key . If the amber indicator light is displayed, the precision phased audio is enabled. T ouching the “Preci ...
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CD/MP3 display mode While listening to a CD or an MP3/WMA CD certain text might be able to be displayed (when CD encoded with text is being used) . Depending on how the CD or MP3/WMA CD is encoded the following text might be able to be displayed by touching the “T ext” key: ● Folder displays the name of the current folder being accessed. ● ...
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TUNE/FLDR (T uning) knob: T o manually tune the radio, turn the TUNE/FLDR knob to the right or left. SEEK/CA T and TRACK tuning buttons: Press the SEEK/CA T button or the TRACK button for less than 1.5 seconds to tune from high to low or low to high frequen- cies and stop at the next broadcasting station. SCAN·RPT (SCAN tuning) button: Press the S ...
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SEEK/CA T and TRACK buttons: When the SEEK/CA T button is pressed while a compact disc is playing, the track being played returns to its beginning. Press several times to skip back through tracks. The compact disc will go back the number of times the button is pressed. When the TRACK button is pressed while the compact disc is playing, the next tra ...
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(SPEAKER CONTROL) button: Press the button to turn the rear speakers off and the headphones on. Press this button again to turn rear seat speakers back on and the headphones off. CD EJECT button: When the button is pressed with the com- pact disc loaded, the compact disc will be ejected. When button is pressed while the com- pact disc is being play ...
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DISC/AUX button: When the DISC/AUX button is pressed with the system off and the CF card inserted, the system will turn on. If another audio source is playing and a CF card is inserted, press the DISC/AUX but- ton repeatedly until the center display changes to the CompactFlash™ mode. CF display mode While listening to CF certain text might be abl ...
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SEEK/CA T and TRACK buttons: Press the SEEK/CA T button or the TRACK button while the CF card is being played, the next track or the beginning of the current track on the CF will be played. Press and hold the SEEK/CA T (rewind) button or the TRACK (fast forward) button for more than approximately 1.5 seconds, the CF card will play while rewinding o ...
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● Compact Disc Digital Audio (CD-DA) speci- fication in CD-Extras. ● First session of multisession disc. Extreme temperature conditions [below 2 4°F ( 2 20°C) and above 158°F (70°C)] could affect the performance of the hard disk. NO TE: If the hard disk needs to be replaced due to a malfunction, all stored music data will be erased. Recordi ...
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If the title information of the track being recorded is stored either in the hard-disk drive or in the CD, the title is automatically displayed on the screen. For title acquisition from the hard-disk drive, mu- sic recognition technology and related data are provided by Gracenote T . T o view the details of the track, touch the “T ext” key on t ...
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● Give voice commands. For information, see “NISSAN V oice Recog- nition system (if so equipped)” later in this section. Stopping playback: The system stops playing when: ● Another mode (radio, CD, CompactFlash™ or AUX) is selected. ● The audio system is turned off. ● The ignition switch is placed in the OFF position. SEEK/CA T and TR ...
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● Play by Date Plays tracks in each album. The albums are sorted in order of the date when they were stored in the system. ● Play by Mood Plays music from one of the following moods: – Relaxing Music – Lively Music – Slow Music – Upbeat Music ● Play by Category Plays music from one of the following cat- egories: – My Favorites – H ...
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● Search Song Details Set the conditions and touch the “Start Song Search” key to search for a desired song that is stored in the system. The con- ditions are as follows: – Music T empo (All, Slow , Normal and Fast) – Decade (All, ’70s, ’80s, ’90s, ’00s, ’10s and After) – Group (All, Male Artist, Female Artist, Group and Duo) ...
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Music Box text display: While listening to a track in the Music Box audio system you can view certain text. T ouch the “T ext” key to display the following information for each item: ● Set Mood Set the mood category of the track to “Re- laxing Music”, “Lively Music” , “Slow Music” or “Upbeat Music” . ● Delete T rack Delete t ...
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1. T ouch the “Menu” key and then the “Music Box System Info.” key on the screen. 2. T ouch the “Deleted Items” key and then the “Play Sample” key. Music Box settings T o set up the Music Box hard-disk drive audio system to your preferred settings, touch the “Menu” key during playback, then touch the “Mu- sic Box System Info.? ...
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● Title T ext Priority: Set the priority to CDDB (Compact Disc Data Base) to acquire track information from the Gracenote T Database or set to CD TEXT to acquire the information from CDs. ● Delete ALL Music Box Data: Delete all music data stored on the hard disk. Gracenote T NO TE: ● The information contained in the Gracenote T Database is no ...
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web page for the Gracenote Privacy P olicy for the Gracenote MusicID Service. The Gracenote Software and each item of Gracenote Data are licensed to you “ AS IS.” Gracenote makes no representations or warran- ties, express or implied, regarding the accuracy of any Gracenote Data from in the Gracenote Servers. Gracenote reserves the right to del ...
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● Do not use a conventional record cleaner or alcohol intended for industrial use. ● A new disc may be rough on the inner and outer edges. Remove the rough edges by rubbing the inner and outer edges with the side of a pen or pencil as illustrated. CF cards: CAUTION Do not force the CompactFlash™ card into the CompactFlash™ player slot. Forc ...
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1. V olume control switch 2. MODE select switch 3. POWER on/off switch 4. T uning switch 1. V olume control switch 2. Phone operation switch 3. POWER on and MODE select switch 4. T uning switch STEERING WHEEL SWITCH FOR AUDIO CONTROL The audio system can be operated using the controls on the steering wheel. POWER on/off switch With the ignition swi ...
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V olume control switch Push the volume control switch up or down to increase or decrease the volume. T uning Memory change (radio) : While in one of the preset radio station banks (A , B or C) , push the tuning switch or for less than 1.5 seconds to change to the next preset station in memory . Seek tuning (radio) : Push the tuning switch or for mo ...
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Press the button on the front radio control panel; the headphones symbol and the message “Headphones ON” illuminates on the front dis- play when the headphones are on. One or two infrared headphones and one remote controller are included if the vehicle is equipped with the DVD entertainment system. For vehicles equipped with the FM/AM/SA T radi ...
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CAUTION ● Do not place metalized film near the rear driver or passenger side window glass or attach any metal parts to it. This may cause poor reception or noise. ● When cleaning the inside of the rear driver or passenger side window, be careful not to scratch or damage the window antenna. Lightly wipe along the antenna with a dampened soft clo ...
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Movies will not be shown on the front display while the vehicle is in any drive position to reduce driver distraction. Audio is available when a movie is played. T o view movies in the front display, stop the vehicle in a safe location, move the shift selector lever to the P (Park) position and apply the parking brake. 1. EJECT button 2. DVD slot 3 ...
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1. POWER button 2. ST OP button 3. NEXT TRACK/CHAPTER and PREVI- OUS TRACK/CHAPTER button 4. TITLE button 5. ENTER button 6. DISPLA Y button 7. MODE button 8. SUBTITLE button 9. AUDIO button 10. ANGLE button 11. CLEAR button 12. P AUSE button 13. PLA Y button 14. F AST FORW ARD/F AST REVERSE button 15. MENU button 16. NA VIGA TION keys 17. BACK but ...
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CAUTION ● The glass screen on the liquid crystal display may break if hit with a hard or sharp object. If the glass breaks, do not touch the liquid crystalline material, which contains a small amount of mer- cury. In case of contact with skin, wash immediately with soap and water. ● The screen rotates down to view and up into the housing to sto ...
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BEFORE OPERATING THE DVD MOBILE ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM Precautions Start the engine when using the DVD entertain- ment system. WARNING The driver must not attempt to operate the DVD System or wear the headphones while the vehicle is in motion so that full attention may be given to vehicle operation. CAUTION ● Only operate the DVD while the vehicle ...
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Display settings Front display: T o adjust the front display mode, press the SET - TING button while the DVD is being played, select the “Display” key with the NISSAN control- ler, and then press the ENTER button. T o adjust the display ON/OFF , brightness, tint, color, con- trast and black level select each key using the NISSAN controller and ...
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Pressing the button on the front controls turns the rear speakers on or off and enables or disables the wireless headphones . It is possible to operate the DVD player by remote control. Headphones are a wireless type and no cables are necessary . Y ou can use them in almost all the ranges in the rear seat. (It is not possible to use the headphones ...
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SKIP (rewind) key: T ouch the “ ” SKIP key to skip the chapter(s) of the disc backward. The chapters will go back the number of times the “ ” SKIP key is touched. T ouch and hold the “ ” SKIP key for more than 1.5 seconds to rewind the disc. When the “ ” SKIP key is released the disc will be played normally . T o skip the chapter(s) ...
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Switch to DVD-AUX: Switch the output source from the DVD drive to another device connected to the auxiliary input jacks located on the DVD player. For more information, see “DVD auxiliary input jacks” later in this section. Menu: Some menus specific to each DVD will be shown. For details, see the instructions attached to the DVD. T op Menu: Eac ...
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DRC: DRC (Dynamic Range Compression) allows you to tune the dynamic range of the sound recorded in the Dolby T Digital format. T ouch the “–” key or the “+” key to tune the DRC. DVD auxiliary input jacks The auxiliary input jacks are located on the front of the DVD player which is located inside the center console. NTSC and P AL compatibl ...
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REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION For all operation precautions, see “Before oper- ating the DVD Mobile Entertainment System” earlier in this section. The DVD system can also be controlled by using the remote controller in the rear seats. See the following items. PWR on/off button: With the ignition switch turned to the ACC or ON position, press the PWR ...
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If the ST OP button is pressed again when the player is already in Stop mode, it will reinitialize the pointer to the beginning of the disc. In effect, it will ignore the last stored disc position and, upon receipt of the next play message, it will begin at the Title Menu, or at “the beginning of the disc” . DISPLA Y : If the DISPLA Y control i ...
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The chapter/title/track number will be automati- cally selected (if valid, based on media content) if 3 seconds expire without any keypad inputs. The operator can cancel the input chapter/title/ track number by actuating the CLEAR control prior to the expiration of the 3-second timer. These functions can be used only for the DVD discs which corresp ...
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● A new disc may be rough on its inner and outer edges. Remove the rough edges using the side of a pen or pencil as illustrated. ● Never attempt to use a DVD that has been cracked, deformed, or repaired using adhesive. Doing so may cause damage to the equipment. ● Handle the DVD carefully to avoid contami- nation or flaws. Otherwise, signals ...
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5. If the disc cannot be ejected see your NISSAN dealer for further assistance. 6. Re-program the radio presets. Remote control and headphones battery replacement Replace the battery as follows: 1. Open the lid. 2. Replace batteries with new ones. ● Size AA (remote control) ● Size AAA (headphones) Make sure that the and ends on the batteries ma ...
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● When changing batteries, do not let dust or oil get on the remote control and head- phones. FCC Notice: Changes or modifications not expressly ap- proved by the party responsible for compli- ance could void the user’s authority to op- erate the equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Opera ...
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WARNING ● Use a phone after stopping your vehicle in a safe location. If you have to use a phone while driving, exercise extreme caution at all times so full attention may be given to vehicle operation. ● If you are unable to devote full attention to vehicle operation while talking on the phone, pull off the road to a safe location and stop you ...
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module when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position with the paired cellular phone turned on and carried in the vehicle. Y ou can register up to 5 different Bluetooth T cellular phones to the in-vehicle phone module. However, you can talk on only one cellular phone at a time. Before using the Bluetooth T Hands-Free Phone System, refer to t ...
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BLUETOOTH t is a trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., U.S.A. and licensed to Visteon. USING THE SYSTEM The NISSAN Voice Recognition system allows hands-free operation of the Bluetooth T Phone System. If the vehicle is in motion, some commands may not be available so full attention may be given to vehicle operation. Initialization When the igniti ...
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● T o speed the operation you can say multiple commands. For example, press the button then say “Phonebook, New entry” rather than “Phonebook.” W ait for the voice feedback prompt then say “New entry” . How to say numbers NISSAN V oice Recognition requires a certain way to speak numbers in voice commands. Refer to the following rules ...
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CONTROL BUTTONS The control buttons for the Bluetooth T Hands- Free Phone System are located on the steering wheel. PHONE/SEND Press the button to initiate a VR session or answer an incoming call. Y ou can also use the button to skip through system feedback and to enter commands during a call. See “List of voice commands” and “During a call? ...
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Pairing procedure NO TE: The pairing procedure must be performed when the vehicle is stationary. If the vehicle starts moving during the procedure, the procedure will be cancelled. Main Menu “Setup” s A “Pair phone” s B “New phone” s C Initiate from handset s D Name phone s E Assign priority s F Choose ringtone s G 1. Press the button o ...
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3-digit prefix and the last 4-digits. For ex- ample, 555-121-3354 can be said as “five five five” as the 1st group, then “one two one” as the 2nd group, and “three three five four” as the 3rd group. For dialing more than 10 digits or any special characters, say “In- ternational” . See “How to say numbers” ear- lier in this secti ...
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See “Phone book” later in this section to learn how to store entries. When prompted by the system, say the name of the phone book entry you wish to call. The system acknowledges the name. If there are multiple locations associated with the name, the system asks you to choose the loca- tion. Once you have confirmed the name and location, the sys ...
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NO TE: If a call is ended or the cellular phone network connection is lost while the Mute feature is on, the Mute feature will be reset to “off” for the next call so the other party can hear your voice. “Phone book” NO TE: Phone book commands are not available when the vehicle is moving. Main Menu “Phone Book” “New Entry” s A “Edi ...
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“Edit” s B Use the Edit command to alter an existing phone book entry or to add a 2nd, 3rd or 4th phone number to an existing entry . When prompted by the system, say the name of the entry you wish to edit. The system acknowledges the name and asks you for the location you would like to edit. Say the name of the location. The system acknowledge ...
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“Record” s A The system announces “Recording” and a tone sounds, signaling you to begin. Speak the information you wish to record clearly . When you are done, press the or button on the steering wheel. A tone sounds and the system announces “Memo recorded.” Another tone sounds to end the VR session. If the memo pad is full, the system a ...
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“Select phone” s C Use the Select Phone command to select a phone of lesser priority when two or more phones paired with Bluetooth T Hands-Free Phone Sys- tem are in the vehicle at the same time. The system asks you to name the phone and confirm the selection. Once the selection is confirmed, the selected phone remains active until the ignition ...
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SPEAKER ADAPTATION (SA) MODE Speaker Adaptation allows up to two out-of- dialect users to train the system to improve rec- ognition accuracy. By repeating a number of commands, the users can create a voice model of their own voice that is stored in the system. The system is capable of storing a different speaker adaptation model for memory A and me ...
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● No ● select ring tone ● dial eight five six nine two ● Bluetooth on ● setup change priority ● call three one nine oh two ● nine seven pause pause three oh eight ● Cancel ● call back number ● call star two zero nine five ● delete phone ● dial eight three zero five one ● Home ● four three pause two nine pause zero ● de ...
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T ROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE The system should respond correctly to all voice commands without difficulty . If problems are en- countered, try the following solutions. Where the solutions are listed by number, try each solution in turn, starting with number 1, until the problem is resolved. Symptom Solution System fails to interpret the command correctly ...
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WARNING ● Use a phone after stopping your vehicle in a safe location. If you have to use a phone while driving, exercise extreme caution at all times so full attention may be given to vehicle operation. ● If you are unable to devote full attention to vehicle operation while talking on the phone, pull off the road to a safe location and stop you ...
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module when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position with the paired cellular phone turned on and carried in the vehicle. Y ou can register up to 5 different Bluetooth T cellular phones to the in-vehicle phone module. However, you can talk on only one cellular phone at a time. NISSAN V oice Recognition system supports the phone commands, so ...
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REGULATORY INFORMATION FCC Regulatory information – CAUTION: T o maintain compliance with FCC’s RF exposure guidelines, use only the supplied antenna. Unauthorized antenna, modification, or attachments could damage the transmitter and may violate FCC regula- tions. – Operation is subject to the following two con- ditions: 1. This device may n ...
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NO TE: If a phone is already paired with the sys- tem, Step 1 will not work. To pair another phone, press the SETTING button, then se- lect the “Phone” key and press the ENTER button. Scroll to the bottom of the list and select the “Bluetooth Setup” key and press the ENTER button. Select the “Pair Phone” key, and press the ENTER button ...
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PHONEBOOK Up to 40 phone numbers can be stored in the phonebook. 1. Press the SETTING button, then select the “Phone” key and press the ENTER button. 2. Select the “Phonebook” key and press the ENTER button. 3. Select one of the “None (Add New)” keys from the name list of the phonebook and press the ENTER button. 4. Select the “T rans ...
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There are different methods to input a phone number. Select one of the following options for Step 4 above. Enter Data by Keypad: Input the name and phone number manually us- ing the keypad displayed on the screen. For in- formation on how to use the touch screen, see “How to use the touch screen” earlier in this section. Copy from Downloaded Ph ...
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4. After the call is over, perform one of the following to finish the call: a. Select the “Hang up” key on the Call in Progress screen and press the ENTER button. b. Press the switch on the steering wheel. c. When the Call in Progress screen is dis- played, press the PHONE button on the instrument panel to hang up. If any other screen is curren ...
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Answer: Accept an incoming call to talk. On Hold: Put an incoming call on hold. Reject Call: Reject an incoming call. T o finish the call, follow one of the procedures listed below: a. T ouch the “Reject Call” key on the display. b. Press the PHONE button on the instrument panel. c. Press and hold the phone button on the steering wheel switches ...
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ENDING A CALL T o finish the call, perform one of the following procedures: ● Select the “Hang up” key on the Call in Progress display and press the ENTER but- ton. ● Push the switch on the steering wheel. ● When the Call in Progress screen is dis- played, press the PHONE button on the instrument panel to hang up. If any other screen is c ...
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● Download All: Download all of the contacts registered in the Bluetooth T cellular phone. Availability of this function depends on each cellular phone. The memory downloading procedure from the cellular phone also varies according to each cellular phone. See your cellular phone Owner’s Manual for more details. ● Delete Downloaded Phonebook: ...
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● Priority Change If multiple phones are registered to the sys- tem, you can change the priority of the phones on the shown list. The system shows the priority level of each phone. Select phone to change priority. Then, select an- other phone to swap priority levels. ● Remove Paired Phone: Delete a registered cellular phone from the paired list ...
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Y ou can also adjust the volume of an incoming voice during a call by pushing the volume control switch on the steering wheel or by turning the volume control knob on the instrument panel. NISSAN Voice Recognition allows hands-free operation of the systems equipped on this ve- hicle, such as phone and vehicle information. There are two voice recogn ...
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Displaying user guide If you use the NISSAN Voice Recognition system for the first time or you do not know how to operate it, you can display the User Guide for confirmation. Y ou can confirm how to use voice commands by accessing a simplified User Guide, which con- tains basic instructions and tutorials for several voice commands. 1. Press the INF ...
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Getting started Before using the V oice Recognition system for the first time, you can confirm how to use com- mands by viewing the Getting Started section of the User Guide. 1. Highlight “Getting Started” and press the ENTER button. 2. Y ou can confirm the page by scrolling the screen using the NISSAN controller. T utorials on the operation of ...
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USING THE SYSTEM Initialization When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, NISSAN Voice Recognition is initialized, which takes a few seconds. When completed, the system is ready to accept voice commands. If the switch is pressed before the initializa- tion completes, voice commands will not be ac- cepted. Please wait until the NISSAN V ...
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Operating tips ● Say a command after the tone. V oice com- mands cannot be accepted when the icon is . ● Commands that are available are always shown on the display and spoken through voice menu prompts. Commands other than those that are displayed are not accepted. Please follow the prompts given by the system. ● If the command is not recogn ...
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Standard Mode command list Category Command: COMMAND ACTION Phone Displays Phone function commands. Navigation Displays Navigation function commands. Information Displays V ehicle Information. Help Displays User Guide. Navigation Command: COMMAND ACTION Address Searches for a location by the street address specified, and sets a route (for continent ...
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V ehicle Information Command: (if so equipped) COMMAND ACTION T raffic Info. T urns the traffic information system on and off. Fuel Economy Displays Fuel Economy information. T rip Computer Displays T rip information. Maintenance Displays Maintenance information. Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems 4-137 Z REVIEW COPY— 20 ...
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V oice command examples Some basic voice command examples are de- scribed here. For navigation system commands, see the sepa- rate Navigation System Owner’s Manual. Example 1 — Placing a call to the phone number 800-662-6200: 1. Press the switch located on the steering wheel. 2. The system announces, “Would you like to access Phone, Navigatio ...
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4. Say “Dial Number”. 5. Say “800”. 6. The system announces, “Please say the next three digits or dial, or say change number.” 7. Say “662”. LSU0018 LSU0019 LSU0020 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems 4-139 Z REVIEW COPY— 2009 Pathfinder (pat) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 05/29/08—debbie X I n f o r ...
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8. The system announces, “Please say the last four digits” or say change number. 9. Say “6200”. 10. The system announces, “Dial or Change Number?” 11. Say “Dial”. 12. The system makes a call to 800-662- 6200. NO TE: ● Y ou can also speak “800-662-6200” (10 continuous digits) or “662-6200” (7 con- tinuous digits) , if the a ...
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Example 2 — Placing an international call to the phone number 011-81-111-222-3333: 1. Press the switch located on the steering wheel. 2. The system announces, “Would you like to access Phone, Navigation, Information or Help?” 3. Say “Phone”. 4. Say “International Call”. WHA1109 LSU0017 LSU0018 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice ...
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5. Say “011811112223333”. 6. Say “Dial”. 7. The system makes a call to 011-81-111- 222-3333. NO TE: Any digit input format is available in the International Number input process, as well as the special characters such as star (*) , pound (#) , and plus (+) . NISSAN V OICE RECOGNITION ALTERNATE COMMAND MODE The Alternate Command Mode enables ...
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Activating Alternate Command Mode 1. Press the SETTING button on the instru- ment panel. 2. Highlight the “Others” key on the display and then press the ENTER button. 3. Highlight the “Voice Recognition” key and then press the ENTER button. 4. Highlight the “ Alternate Command Mode” key and press the ENTER button. 5. The confirmation me ...
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Only manual controls such as the touch screen can navigate the command list menu. As an alternative to the voice command “Help” , you may access the command list using the fol- lowing steps: 1. Press the INFO button on the instrument panel. 2. Highlight the “Others” key using the NISSAN controller and press the ENTER button. 3. Highlight th ...
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5. Highlight a category using the NISSAN con- troller and press the ENTER button. The command list for the category selected is shown. 6. If necessary, scroll the screen using the NISSAN controller to view the entire list. 7. Press the BACK button to return to the previous screen. WHA1126 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems ...
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Alternate Command Mode command list Navigation Command: COMMAND ACTION Home Sets a route to your home that is stored in the Address Book. Address Book Displays the first 5 entries of the Address Book. Previous Destinations Sets a route to a previous destination. Previous Start Point Calculates a route to your previous starting point of the last rou ...
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COMMAND ACTION Zoom In Changes the map scale to a smaller number. Zoom Out Changes the map scale to a larger number. Landmark Icons Shows or hides the points of interests on the displays. Guidance V oice T urns the navigation voice guidance on or off. Guide V oice Repeat Repeats the last navigation voice guidance. Store Location Stores the current ...
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Audio Command: COMMAND ACTION Radio T urns the radio on, selecting the station and band last played. Radio AM T urns to the AM band, selecting the station last played. Radio FM T urns to the FM band, selecting the station last played. Satellite Radio T urns to the SA T band, selecting the station last played. Music Box T urns to the Music Box hard- ...
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Displaying user guide Y ou can confirm how to use voice commands by accessing a simplified User Guide, which con- tains basic instructions and tutorials for several voice commands. 1. Press the INFO button on the instrument panel. 2. Highlight the “Others” key using the NISSAN controller and press the ENTER button. 3. Highlight the “V oice Re ...
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T utorial for making a phone call by voice command operation. ● Help on Speaking Displays useful tips for how to correctly speak commands in order for them to be properly recognized by the system. ● V oice Recognition Settings Describes the available Voice Recognition settings. ● Adapting the System to Y our V oice T utorial for adapting the ...
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2. A list of commands appears on the screen, and the system announces, “Please say a command from the displayed list or say Help to show all commands.” 3. After the tone sounds and the icon on the screen changes from to , speak a command. 4. Once a command is recognized, the system will announce the recognized command and perform the requested ...
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– “One eight hundred six six two six two zero zero” Improving Recognition of Phone numbers: Y ou can improve the recognition of phone num- bers by saying the phone number in three groups of numbers. For example, when you try to call 800-662-6200, say “eight zero zero” first, and the system will then ask you for the next three digits. Then ...
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4. Select the user whose voice is to be memo- rized by the system and press the ENTER button. 5. Select a category to be learned by the sys- tem from the following list and then press the ENTER button. ● Navigation ● Audio ● Phone ● Vehicle Info. ● Others The voice commands in the category are displayed. 6. Select a voice command to train ...
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Speaker Adaptation function settings Edit Name: Edit the user name using the keypad displayed on the screen. Store Result : When this item is turned to ON, the Voice Rec- ognition system can easily recognize the user’s voice that it has learned. Reset Result : Resets the user’s voice that the V oice Recogni- tion system has learned. Continuous ...
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T ROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE The system should respond correctly to all voice commands without difficulty . If problems are en- countered, follow the solutions given in this guide for the appropriate error. Where the solutions are listed by number, try each solution in turn, starting with number one, until the problem is resolved. Symptom/error message S ...
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4-156 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems MEMO I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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5 Starting and driving Precautions when starting and driving ................5 - 2 Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ..................5 - 2 Three-way catalyst ..............................5 - 3 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ..........5 - 3 On-pavement and off-road driving precautions ....................................5 - 5 Avoiding collisi ...
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WARNING ● Do not leave children or adults who would normally require the assistance of others alone in your vehicle. Pets should also not be left alone. They could accidentally injure themselves or others through inadvertent operation of the vehicle. Also, on hot, sunny days, temperatures in a closed vehicle could quickly become high enough to ca ...
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THREE-WAY CATALYST The three-way catalyst is an emission control device installed in the exhaust system. Exhaust gases in the three-way catalyst are burned at high temperatures to help reduce pollutants. WARNING ● The exhaust gas and the exhaust sys- tem are very hot. Keep people, animals or flammable materials away from the exhaust system compon ...
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subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the mal- function exists. When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alter- nate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the ...
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● When a spare tire is mounted or a wheel is replaced, tire pressure will not be indicated, the TPMS will not function and the low tire pressure warning light will flash for approximately 1 minute. The light will remain on after 1 minute. Contact your NISSAN dealer as soon as possible for tire replacement and/or system resetting. ● Replacing ti ...
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AVOIDING COLLISION AND ROLLOVER WARNING Failure to operate this vehicle in a safe and prudent manner may result in loss of control or an accident. Be alert and drive defensively at all times. Obey all traffic regulations. Avoid excessive speed, high speed cornering, or sudden steering ma- neuvers, because these driving practices could cause you to ...
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WARNING The following actions can increase the chance of losing control of the vehicle if there is a sudden loss of tire air pressure. Losing control of the vehicle may cause a collision and result in personal injury. ● The vehicle generally moves or pulls in the direction of the flat tire. ● Do not rapidly apply the brakes. ● Do not rapidly ...
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● Many hills are too steep for any vehicle. If you drive up them, you may stall. If you drive down them, you may not be able to control your speed. If you drive across them, you may roll over. ● Do not shift gears while driving on downhill grades as this could cause loss of control of the vehicle. ● Stay alert when driving to the top of a hil ...
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● Do not attempt to test a 4WD equipped vehicle on a 2-wheel dynamometer (such as the dynamometers used by some states for emissions testing) , or similar equipment even if the other two wheels are raised off the ground. Make sure you inform test facility personnel that your vehicle is equipped with 4WD before it is placed on a dynamometer. Using ...
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NISSSAN INTELLIGENT K EY™ (if so equipped) The ignition lock is designed so that the ignition switch cannot be turned to L OCK until the shift selector is moved to the P (Park) position. When turning the ignition switch, make sure the shift selector is in the P (Park) position. If the shift selector is not returned to the P (Park) position, the i ...
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The ignition switch cannot be turned back to the L OCK position unless the shift selector is in the P (Park) position. (It can be turned only to the s B position.) CAUTION Do not leave the vehicle with the ignition switch in ACC or ON positions when the engine is not running for an extended pe- riod. This can discharge the battery. AUTOMATIC TRANSM ...
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The shift selector can be moved if the igni- tion switch is in the ON position and the foot brake pedal is depressed. There is an OFF position between the LOCK and ACC positions. The OFF position is indicated by a “1” on the key cylinder. When the ignition switch is in the OFF position, the steering wheel is not locked. In order for the steerin ...
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● Make sure the area around the vehicle is clear. ● Check fluid levels such as engine oil, cool- ant, brake fluid, and window washer fluid as frequently as possible, or at least whenever you refuel. ● Check that all windows and lights are clean. ● Visually inspect tires for their appearance and condition. Also check tires for proper inflati ...
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARNING ● Do not depress the accelerator pedal while shifting from P (Park) or N (Neu- tral) to R (Reverse) , D (Drive) , 3, 2 or 1. Always depress the brake pedal until shifting is completed. Failure to do so could cause you to lose control and have an accident. ● Cold engine idle speed is high, so use caution when shift ...
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T o move the selector lever: : Push the button while depressing the brake pedal : Push the button to shift : Shift without depressing brake pedal or pushing the button Shifting After starting the engine, fully depress the brake pedal and move the shift selector out of the P (Park) position while pressing the button. WARNING Apply the parking brake ...
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Do not downshift into the 3 position at speeds over the following and do not exceed the follow- ing speeds in the 3 position. 2WD and AUT O: 71 MPH (1151 km/h) 4H: 62 MPH (100 km/h) 4L O: 31 MPH (50 km/h) 2 (Second gear) T ype A only: Use this position for hill climbing or engine brak - ing on downhill grades. Do not downshift into the 2 position a ...
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M5 (Fifth) : Use this position for all normal forward driving at highway speeds. M4 (Fourth) : For driving up or down long slopes where engine braking would be advantageous. M3 (Third) and M2 (Second) : Use for hill climbing or engine braking on downhill grades. M1 (First) : Use this position when climbing steep hills slowly or driving slowly throu ...
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T o push the shift lock release, complete the fol- lowing procedure: 1. T urn the ignition switch to the L OCK posi- tion and remove the key (if so equipped) 2. Apply the parking brake. 3. Remove the shift lock release cover as shown. 4. Insert a small screwdriver in the shift lock release slot and push down. 5. Press the shift lever button and mov ...
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OFF: For driving up and down long slopes where engine braking is nec- essary push the Overdrive switch once. The O/D OFF indicator light in the instrument panel comes on at this time. When cruising at a low speed or climbing a gentle slope, you may feel uncomfortable shift shocks as the transmission shifts into and out of Overdrive repeatedly . In ...
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1. ACCEL/RES switch 2. COAST/SET switch 3. CANCEL switch 4. ON·OFF switch PRECAUTIONS ON CRUISE CONTROL ● If the cruise control system malfunctions, it cancels automatically. The SET indicator light in the instrument panel then blinks to warn the driver. ● If the SET indicator light blinks, turn the cruise control switch off and have the sys- ...
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● the vehicle slows down more than 8 MPH (13 km/h) below the set speed. ● you move the shift selector lever to N (Neu- tral) . T o reset at a faster cruising speed, use one of the following three methods. ● Depress the accelerator pedal. When the vehicle attains the desired speed, push and release the COAST/SET switch. ● Push and hold the A ...
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● Accelerate slowly and smoothly. Maintain cruising speeds with a constant accelerator position. ● Drive at moderate speeds on the highway. Driving at high speed lowers fuel economy . ● Avoid unnecessary stopping and braking. Maintain a safe distance behind other ve- hicles. ● Use a proper gear range which suits road conditions. On level ro ...
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CAUTION ● Do not drive the vehicle in the 4H or 4LO position on dry hard surface roads. Driv- ing on dry, hard surfaces in 4H or 4LO may cause unnecessary noise, tire wear and increased fuel consumption. If the 4WD warning light turns on when you are driving on dry hard surface roads: – in the 4H position, shift the 4WD shift switch to 2WD. – ...
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2WD or 4WD shift procedure: 4WD Shift Switch Position Wheels Driven Indicator Light Use Conditions 4WD Shift Procedure 4WD shift T ransfer 4L O position AUT O Rear wheels or 4 wheels For driving on paved or slippery roads Move the 4WD switch. 2WD <—> AUT O <—> 4H 4WD shift indicator light will indicate transfer shift posi- tion enga ...
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The transfer case 4WD shift switch is used to select either 2WD or 4WD depending on the driving conditions. There are four types of drive modes available, AUT O, 2WD, 4H and 4LO. The 4WD shift switch electronically controls the transfer case operation. Rotate the switch to move between each mode, 2WD, AUT O, 4H and 4L O. Y ou must depress the switc ...
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● If it is difficult to free the vehicle, repeat forward and backward movement to in- crease the movement. ● If the vehicle is stuck deep in mud, tire chains may be effective. CAUTION ● Do not spin the tires excessively. Tires will sink deep into the mud, making it difficult to free the vehicle. ● Avoid shifting gears with the engine runnin ...
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2WD or 4WD shift procedure: 4WD Shift Switch Position Wheels Driven Indicator Light Use Conditions 4WD Shift Procedure 4WD shift T ransfer 4LO position 2WD Rear wheels For driving on dry, paved roads (Economy drive) or state dyna- mometer I/M testing Move the 4WD switch. 2WD <—> 4H 4WD shift indicator light will indicate transfer shift posi ...
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The transfer case 4WD shift switch is used to select either 2WD or 4WD depending on the driving conditions. There are three types of drive modes available, 2WD, 4H and 4L O. The 4WD shift switch electronically controls the transfer case operation. Rotate the switch to move between each mode, 2WD, 4H and 4L O. T o change into or out of 4LO, the vehi ...
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When the vehicle is stuck, ● Set the 4WD shift switch to 4H or 4L O. ● If it is difficult to free the vehicle, repeat forward and backward movement to in- crease the movement. ● If the vehicle is stuck deep in mud, place stones or wooden blocks under the tires. Then try the recovery procedures above. Tire chains may be effective. CAUTION ● ...
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CAUTION ● When driving straight, shift the 4WD shift switch to the 2WD, AUT O or 4H position. Do not move the 4WD shift switch when making a turn or reversing. ● Do not shift the 4WD shift switch while driving on steep downhill grades. Use the engine brake and low automatic transmission gears (D1 or D2) for en- gine braking. ● Do not operate ...
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● If the 4WD shift indicator light indica- tion changes to 2WD when the 4WD shift switch is shifted to the AUTO or 4H position at low ambient temperatures, the 2WD mode may be being engaged due to malfunctioning drive system. If the indicator does not return to normal and the 4WD warning light comes on, have the system checked by the nearest NISS ...
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● If the warning light is still on after the above operation, have your vehicle checked by a NISSAN dealer as soon as possible. ● The transfer case may be damaged if you continue driving with the warning light blinking rapidly. WARNING ● Do not stop or park the vehicle over flammable materials such as dry grass, waste paper or rags. They may ...
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● HEADED DOWNHILL WITH CURB: s A T urn the wheels into the curb and move the vehicle forward until the curb side wheel gently touches the curb. ● HEADED UPHILL WITH CURB: s B T urn the wheels away from the curb and move the vehicle back until the curb side wheel gently touches the curb. ● HEADED UPHILL OR DOWNHILL, NO CURB: s C T urn the whee ...
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WARNING ● While driving on a slippery surface, be careful when braking, accelerating or downshifting. Abrupt braking or accel- erating could cause the wheels to skid and result in an accident. ● If the engine is not running or is turned off while driving, the power assist for the brakes will not work. Braking will be harder. W et brakes When th ...
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WARNING Do not pump the brake pedal. Doing so may result in increased stopping distances. Normal operation The ABS operates at speeds abov e3-6M P H( 5 - 10 km/h) . When the ABS senses that one or more wheels are close to locking up, the system electronically controls the pressure applied to each brake. This action is similar to pumping the brakes ...
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The V ehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system uses various sensors to monitor driver inputs and ve- hicle motion. Under certain driving situations, the system will control braking and engine output to help keep the vehicle on its steered path. ● When the V ehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system is operating, the SLIP indicator in the instrument panel bl ...
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● 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 approved for your vehicle or are ex- tremely deteriorated the Vehicle Dy- namic Control system may not operate properly. This could adversely affect ve- hicle handling performance, and the ...
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● When driving on extremely inclined sur- faces such as higher banked corners, the T raction Control System may not operate properly and the indica- tor light may come on. Do not drive on these types of roads. ● If wheels or tires other than the recom- mended ones are used, the Traction Control System may not operate prop- erly and the indicato ...
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WARNING ● Never rely solely on the hill start assist system to prevent the vehicle from mov- ing backward on a hill. Always drive carefully and attentively. Depress the brake pedal when the vehicle is stopped on a steep hill. Be especially careful when stopped on a hill on frozen or muddy roads. Failure to prevent the vehicle from rolling backwar ...
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DRAINING OF COOLANT WATER If the vehicle is to be left outside without anti- freeze, drain the cooling system, including the engine block. Refill before operating the vehicle. For details, see “Changing engine coolant” in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section of this manual. TIRE EQUIPMENT 1. SUMMER tires have a tread designed to pro ...
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ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (if so equipped) WARNING ● Do not use your engine block heater with an ungrounded electrical system or a 2-pronged adapter. Y ou can be se- riously injured by an electrical shock if you use an ungrounded connection. ● Disconnect and properly store the en- gine block heater cord before starting the engine. Damage to the cord ...
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5-42 Starting and driving MEMO I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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6 In case of emergency First aid kit ........................................6 - 2 Flat tire ...........................................6 - 2 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ..........6 - 2 Changing a flat tire .............................6 - 3 Jump starting .....................................6 - 8 Push starting .......................... ...
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A first aid kit is located on the back door trim panel. T o remove the first aid kit: s 1 Squeeze the latch buttons. s 2 Pull the two straps apart to unfasten. TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) This vehicle is equipped with the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) . It monitors tire pres- sure of all tires except the spare. When the low tire ...
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WARNING ● If the low tire pressure warning light illuminates while driving, avoid sudden steering maneuvers or abrupt braking, reduce vehicle speed, pull off the road to a safe location and stop the vehicle as soon as possible. Driving with under- inflated tires may permanently damage the tires and increase the likelihood of tire failure. Serious ...
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Blocking wheels Place suitable blocks s 1 at both the front and back of the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire s 2 to prevent the vehicle from moving when it is jacked up. WARNING Be sure to block the wheel as the vehicle may move and result in personal injury. 1. Jack 2. Jack tools Getting the spare tire and tools 1. Open the back door. 2. Li ...
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5. Fit the square end of the jack rod into the square hole of the wheel nut wrench to form a handle. 6. Seat the T -shaped end of the jack rod into the T -shaped opening of the tire winch. Ap- ply pressure to keep the jack rod engaged in the spare tire winch and turn the jack rod counterclockwise to lower the spare tire. 7. Once the spare tire is c ...
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2. Place the jack directly under the jack -up point as illustrated so the top of the jack contacts the vehicle at the jack -up point. The jack -up points are indicated by stamped ar- rows on the side of the frame. The jack should be used on firm and level ground. 3. Install the assembled jack rod into the jack as shown. 4. T o lift the vehicle, sec ...
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5. Remove the wheel nuts and then remove the tire. Installing the spare tire The spare tire is designed for emergency use. See specific instructions under the heading “ Wheels and tires” in the “Mainte- nance and do-it-yourself” section of this manual. 1. Clean any mud or dirt from the surface be- tween the wheel and hub. 2. Carefully put t ...
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Adjust tire pressure to the COLD pressure. COLD pressure: After vehicle has been parked for three hours or more or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) . COLD tire pressures are shown on the Tire and Loading Information label affixed to the driver side center pillar. After adjusting tire pressure to the COLD tire pressure, the display of the tire pres- ...
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● Whenever working on or near a battery, always wear suitable eye protectors (for example, goggles or industrial safety spectacles) and remove rings, metal bands, or any other jewelry. Do not lean over the battery when jump starting. ● Do not attempt to jump start a frozen battery. It could explode and cause se- rious injury. ● Y our vehicle ...
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CAUTION ● Always connect positive ( 1 ) to positive ( 1 ) and negative ( 2 ) to body ground (for example, strut mounting bolt, engine lift bracket, etc .) — not to the battery. ● Make sure the jumper cables do not touch moving parts in the engine com- partment and that the cable clamps do not contact any other metal. 5. Start the engine of th ...
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3. Get out of the vehicle. Look and listen for steam or coolant escaping from the radiator before opening the hood. (If steam or cool- ant is escaping, turn off the engine.) Do not open the hood further until no steam or coolant can be seen. 4. Open the engine hood. WARNING If steam or water is coming from the en- gine, stand clear to prevent getti ...
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For information about towing your vehicle behind a recreational vehicle (RV) , refer to “Flat towing” in the “T echnical and consumer information” sec- tion of this manual. T OWING RECOMMENDED BY NISSAN T wo-wheel drive models NISSAN recommends that your vehicle be towed with the driving (rear) wheels off the ground or place the vehicle on ...
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If the speed or distance must necessarily be greater, remove the propeller shaft before towing to prevent damage to the transmission. Four-wheel drive models NISSAN recommends that towing dollies be used when towing your vehicle or place the ve- hicle on a flat bed truck as illustrated. CAUTION Never tow 4WD models with any of the wheels on the gro ...
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V EHICLE RECOVERY (freeing a stuck vehicle) WARNING ● Stand clear of a stuck vehicle. ● Do not spin your tires at high speed. This could cause them to explode and result in serious injury. Parts of your vehicle could also overheat and be damaged. CAUTION ● T ow chains or cables must be attached only to the main structural members of the vehic ...
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7 Appearance and care Cleaning exterior ..................................7 - 2 W ashing ......................................7 - 2 W axing ........................................7 - 2 Removing spots ................................7 - 3 Underbody ....................................7 - 3 Glass .........................................7 - 3 Alumi ...
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In order to maintain the appearance of your ve- hicle, it is important to take proper care of it. T o protect the paint surfaces, please wash your vehicle as soon as you can: ● after a rainfall to prevent possible damage from acid rain. ● after driving on coastal roads. ● when contaminants such as soot, bird drop- pings, tree sap, metal parti ...
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REMOVING SPOTS Remove tar and oil spots, industrial dust, insects, and tree sap as quickly as possible from the surface of the paint to avoid lasting damage or staining. Special cleaning products are available at a NISSAN dealer or any automotive accessory store. UNDERBODY In areas where road salt is used in winter, it is necessary to clean the und ...
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Occasionally remove loose dust from the interior trim, plastic parts and seats using a vacuum cleaner or soft bristled brush. Wipe the vinyl and leather surfaces with a clean, soft cloth damp- ened in mild soap solution, then wipe clean with a dry , soft cloth. Regular care and cleaning is required in order to maintain the appearance of the leather ...
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SEAT BELTS The seat belts can be cleaned by wiping them with a sponge dampened in a mild soap solution. Allow the belts to dry completely in the shade before using them. See “Seat belt maintenance” in the “Safety – Seats, seat belts and supplemen- tal restraint system” section of this manual. WARNING Do not allow wet seat belts to roll up ...
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CAUTION ● NEVER remove dirt, sand or other de- bris from the passenger compartment by washing it out with a hose. Remove dirt with a vacuum cleaner or broom. ● Never allow water or other liquids to come in contact with electronic compo- nents inside the vehicle as this may damage them. Chemicals used for road surface de-icing are extremely corr ...
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8 Maintenance and do-it-yourself Maintenance requirements ..........................8 - 2 General maintenance ..............................8 - 2 Explanation of general maintenance items .........8 - 2 Maintenance precautions ...........................8 - 5 Engine compartment check locations ................8 - 6 Engine cooling system ............ ...
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Y our new NISSAN has been designed to have minimum maintenance requirements with long service intervals to save you both time and money . However, some day-to-day and regular maintenance is essential to maintain your NIS- SAN’s good mechanical condition, as well as its emission and engine performance. It is the owner’s responsibility to make su ...
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When driving in areas using road salt or other corrosive materials, check lubrication frequently . Lights* Clean the headlights on a regular basis. Make sure that the headlights, stop lights, tail lights, turn signal lights, and other lights are all operating properly and installed securely. Also check headlight aim. Road wheel nuts (lug nuts)* Whe ...
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Steering wheel Check for changes in the steer- ing system, such as excessive freeplay, hard steering or strange noises. Warning lights and chimes Make sure all warning lights and chimes are operating properly. Windshield wiper and washer* Check that the wipers and washer operate properly and that the wipers do not streak. Windshield defroster Check ...
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When performing any inspection or maintenance work on your vehicle, always take care to prevent serious accidental injury to yourself or damage to the vehicle. The following are general precau- tions which should be closely observed. WARNING ● Park the vehicle on a level surface, ap- ply the parking brake securely and block the wheels to prevent ...
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VQ40DE engine 1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2. Fuse/fusible link box 3. Fuse and relay box 4. Engine oil filler cap 5. Engine oil dipstick 6. Brake fluid reservoir 7. Air cleaner 8. Drive belt location 9. Radiator cap 10. P ower steering fluid reservoir 11. Battery 12. Engine coolant reservoir WDI0633 ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK LOCATIONS 8-6 M ...
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VK56DE engine 1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2. Fuse/fusible link box 3. Engine oil dipstick 4. Engine oil filler cap 5. Brake fluid reservoir 6. Air cleaner 7. Drive belt location 8. Radiator cap 9. P ower steering fluid reservoir 10. Fuse and relay box 11. Battery 12. Engine coolant reservoir NO TE: Engine cover removed for clarity. WDI0627 ...
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The engine cooling system is filled at the factory with Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/ Coolant to provide year-round anti-freeze and coolant protection.The anti-freeze solution con- tains rust and corrosion inhibitors. Additional en- gine cooling system additives are not necessary . WARNING ● Never remove the radiator or coolant reservoir c ...
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If the cooling system frequently requires coolant, have it checked by a NISSAN dealer. CHANGING ENGINE COOLANT A NISSAN dealer can change the engine coolant. The service procedure can be found in the NISSAN Service Manual. Improper servicing can result in reduced heater performance and engine overheat- ing. WARNING ● T o avoid the danger of being ...
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5. Remove the dipstick again and check the oil level. It should be between the H (High) and L (Low) marks s B . This is the normal oper- ating oil level range. If the oil level is below the L (Low) mark s A , remove the oil filler cap and pour recommended oil through the opening. Do not overfill s C . 6. Recheck oil level with the dipstick. It is n ...
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CHANGING ENGINE OIL 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply the parking brake. 2. Start the engine and let it idle until it reaches operating temperature, then turn it off. 3. Remove the oil filler s A cap by turning it counterclockwise. 4. Place a large drain pan under the drain plug s B . 5. Remove the drain plug s B with a wrench by tur ...
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CHANGING ENGINE OIL FILTER 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply the parking brake. 2. T urn the engine off. 3. Place a large drain pan under the oil filter. 4. Unscrew the plate covering the oil filter ex- posing the filter. 5. Loosen the oil filter s A with an oil filter wrench by turning it counterclockwise. Then remove the oil filter ...
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When checking or replacement is required, we recommend your NISSAN dealer for servicing. CAUTION ● Use Genuine NISSAN Matic S A TF . If Genuine NISSAN Matic S A TF is not available, Genuine NISSAN Matic J A TF may also be used. ● Using automatic transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic S A TF or Matic J A TF will cause deteriora- tion ...
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For further brake fluid specification information, refer to “Capacities and recommended fuel/ lubricants” in the “T echnical and consumer infor- mation” section of this manual. WARNING ● Use only new fluid from a sealed con- tainer. Old, inferior or contaminated fluid may damage the brake system. The use of improper fluids can damage the ...
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WINDOW WASHER FLUID RESERVOIR Fill the window washer fluid reservoir periodically. Add window washer fluid when the low window washer fluid warning light comes on. T o fill the window washer fluid reservoir, lift the cap off the reservoir tank and pour the window washer fluid into the tank opening. Add a washer solvent to the washer for better clea ...
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● When working on or near a battery, al- ways wear suitable eye protection and remove all jewelry. ● Battery posts, terminals and related ac- cessories contain lead and lead com- pounds. Wash hands after handling. ● Keep battery out of the reach of children. 1. Remove the battery caps with a screwdriver as shown. Use a cloth to protect the ba ...
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V ehicles operated in high temperatures or under severe conditions require frequent checks of the battery fluid level. JUMP STARTING If jump starting is necessary , see “Jump starting” in the “In case of emergency” section of this manual. If the engine does not start by jump starting, the battery may have to be replaced. Contact a NISSAN de ...
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1. P ower steering fluid pump 2. Automatic belt tensioner 3. Idler pulley 4. Cooling fan 5. Air conditioner compressor 6. Crankshaft pulley 7. Generator 1. P ower steering fluid pump 2. Automatic belt tensioner 3. W ater pump 4. Cooling fan 5. Idler pulley 6. Air conditioner compressor 7. Crankshaft pulley 8. Generator WARNING Be sure the ignition ...
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REPLACING SPARK PLUGS Iridium-tipped spark plugs It is not necessary to replace iridium-tipped s A spark plugs as frequently as conventional type spark plugs because they last much longer. Fol- low the maintenance log shown in the “NISSAN Service and Maintenance Guide” . Do not service iridium-tipped spark plugs by cleaning or regap- ping. ● ...
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NO TE: After installing a new air cleaner, make sure the air cleaner cover is seated in the housing and the screw is tighten. WARNING ● Operating the engine with the air cleaner removed can cause you or oth- ers to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air, it stops the flame if the engine backfires. If it isn’t there, and the engine b ...
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2. Lift upward on the retainer to release the filter cover and remove the filter cover. NO TE: The filters are marked with air flow arrows. The end of the filter with the arrow should face the rear of the vehicle. The arrows should face downward. 3. Insert the first filter into the housing and slide it over to the right. Insert the second filter in ...
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REPLACING Replace the wiper blades if they are worn. 1. Lift the wiper arm away from the windshield. s 2 Push the release tab, then move the wiper blade down the wiper arm to remove. s 3 Remove the wiper blade. 4. Insert the new wiper blade onto the wiper arm until it clicks into place. 5. Rotate wiper blade so the dimple is in the groove. 6. Retur ...
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Rear window wiper blade s 1 Lift the wiper arm away from the rear win- dow . s 2 Push the wiper blade in and pivot until the blade becomes free. s 3 Insert a new blade onto the wiper arm and snap into place. WDI0292 Maintenance and do-it-yourself 8-23 Z REVIEW COPY— 2009 Pathfinder (pat) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 05/29/08—debbie X I n f ...
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If the brakes do not operate properly , have the brakes checked by a NISSAN dealer. Self-adjusting brakes Y our vehicle is equipped with self-adjusting brakes. The front and rear disc-type brakes self-adjust every time the brake pedal is applied. WARNING See a NISSAN dealer for a brake system check if the brake pedal height does not return to norma ...
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If a type A fuse is used to replace a type B fuse, the type A fuse will not be level with the fuse pocket as shown in the illustration. This will not affect the performance of the fuse. Make sure the fuse is installed in the fuse box securely . T ype B fuses cannot be installed in the under- hood fuse boxes. Only use type A fuses in the underhood f ...
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5. If the fuse is open s A , replace it with a new fuse s B . 6. If a new fuse also opens, have the electrical system checked and repaired by a NISSAN dealer. Fusible links If the electrical equipment does not operate and fuses are in good condition, check the fusible links. If any of these fusible links are melted, replace with only genuine NISSAN ...
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CAUTION Be careful not to allow children to swallow the battery or removed parts. T ype B LDI0456 BATTERY REPLACEMENT Maintenance and do-it-yourself 8-27 Z REVIEW COPY— 2009 Pathfinder (pat) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 05/29/08—debbie X I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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K EYFOB Replace the battery in the keyfob as follows: s 1 Open the lid using a coin s A . s 2 Remove the battery s B . s 3 Install a new battery s C with the “+” facing down. ● Hold the battery by the edges. Holding the battery across the contact points will seri- ously deplete the storage capacity . ● Do not touch the internal circuit and ...
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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, in- cluding interference that may cause undes- ired operation of the device. NISSAN INTELLIGENT K EY? ...
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4. Close the lid securely as illustrated s C s D . 5. Operate the buttons to check the operation. See a NISSAN dealer if you need assistance for replacement. FCC Notice: Changes or modifications not expressly ap- proved by the party responsible for compli- ance could void the user’s authority to op- erate the equipment. This device complies with ...
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Fog may temporarily form inside the lens of the exterior lights in the rain or in a car wash. A temperature difference between the inside and the outside of the lens causes the fog. This is not a malfunction. If large drops of water collect inside the lens, contact a NISSAN dealer. Removing the headlight bulb 1. Open the hood. 2. Disconnect the neg ...
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EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR LIGHTS Item Wattage (W) Bulb No.* 1 Headlight 65/55 9007 (HB5) T urn signal light/Parking light 28/8 T -20 NA Side marker 3.8 194 Rear combination light T urn signal 27 3156AK Stop/T ail 27/8 3157K Back -up 18 921 License plate light* 2 5 2J6 Fog light* 2 55 H11 Personal lights* 2 8 AL38 Map lights 8 AL38 Cargo light 8 AL89 Hi ...
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1. Map lights 2. Personal lights 3. Cargo light 4. High-mount stoplight 5. License plate light 6. Rear combination light 7. Headlight assembly 8. Fog light Replacement procedures All other lights are either type A , B, C or D. When replacing a bulb, first remove the lens and/or cover. : Indicates bulb removal : Indicates bulb installation LDI0450 W ...
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Use a cloth s 1 to protect the housing. Map lights LDI0459 Cargo light WDI0206 Rear combination light LDI0448 8-34 Maintenance and do-it-yourself Z REVIEW COPY— 2009 Pathfinder (pat) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 05/29/08—debbie X I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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If you have a flat tire, see the “In case of emergency” section of this manual. TIRE PRESSURE Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) This vehicle is equipped with the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) . It monitors tire pressure of all tires except the spare. When the low tire pressure warning light is lit, one or more of your tires is sig ...
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WARNING ● Improperly inflated tires can fail suddenly and cause an accident. ● The Gross V ehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) is located on the F .M .V .S.S./C .M .V .S.S. certifica- tion label. The vehicle weight ca- pacity is indicated on the Tire and Loading Information label (if so equipped) . Do not load your ve- hicle beyond this capacity. Over- ...
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Tire and loading information label s 1 Seating capacity: The maximum num- ber of occupants that can be seated in the vehicle. s 2 V ehicle load limit: See loading infor- mation in the “T echnical and con- sumer information” section. s 3 Original tire size: The size of the tires originally installed on the vehicle at the factory . s 4 Cold tire ...
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Checking tire pressure 1. Remove the valve stem cap from the tire. 2. Press the pressure gauge squarely onto the valve stem. Do not press too hard or force the valve stem side- ways, or air will escape. If the hissing sound of air escaping from the tire is heard while checking the pressure, reposition the gauge to eliminate this leakage. 3. Remove ...
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TIRE LABELING Federal law requires tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires. This information iden- tifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also pro- vides the tire identification number (TIN) for safety standard certification. The TIN can be used to identify the tire in case of ...
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s 2 TIN (Tire Identification Number) for a new tire (example: DO T XX XX XXX XXXX) 1. DO T : Abbreviation for the “Depart- ment Of T ransportation” The symbol can be placed above, below or to the left or right of Tire Identification Num- ber. 2. T wo-digit code: Manufacturer’s identification mark 3. T wo-digit code: Tire size 4. Three-digit c ...
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s 7 The word “radial” The word “radial” is shown if the tire has radial structure. s 8 Manufacturer or brand name Manufacturer or brand name is shown. Other Tire-related T erminology In addition to the many terms that are defined throughout this section, Intended Outboard Sidewall is (1) the sidewall that contains a whitewall, bears white l ...
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studded tires. Skid and traction capabilities of studded snow tires on wet or dry surfaces may be poorer than that of non-studded snow tires. TIRE CHAINS Use of tire chains may be prohibited according to location. Check the local laws before installing tire chains. When installing tire chains, make sure they are the proper size for the tires on you ...
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Wheel nut tightening torque: 98 ft-lb (133 N·m) The wheel nuts must be kept tight- ened to specifications at all times. It is recommended that wheel nuts be tightened to specification at each tire rotation interval. WARNING ● After rotating the tires, check and adjust the tire pressure. ● Retighten the wheel nuts when the vehicle has been driv ...
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Replacing wheels and tires When replacing a tire, use the same size, tread design, speed rating and load carrying capacity as originally equipped. Recommended types and sizes are shown in “Wheels and tires” in the “T echnical and consumer information” section of this manual. WARNING ● The use of tires other than those recom- mended or the ...
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Wheel balance Unbalanced wheels may affect vehicle handling and tire life. Even with regular use, wheels can get out of balance. Therefore, they should be bal- anced as required. Wheel balance service should be per- formed with the wheels off the vehicle. Spin balancing the wheels on the vehicle could lead to mechanical damage. ● For additional i ...
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8-46 Maintenance and do-it-yourself MEMO I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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9 T echnical and consumer information Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants .........9 - 2 Fuel recommendation ...........................9 - 3 Engine oil and oil filter recommendations ..........9 - 5 Air conditioner system refrigerant and oil recommendations ..............................9 - 6 Specifications ................................. ...
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The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be a little different. When refilling, follow the procedure described in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity. Capacity (Approximate) Recommended Fluids and Lubricants US measure Imp measure Liter Fuel 21-1/8 gal 17-5/8 gal ...
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FUEL RECOMMENDATION Use unleaded premium gasoline with an octane rating of at least 91 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) num- ber (Research octane number 96) . If unleaded premium gasoline is not available unleaded regular gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) number (Research octane number 91) can be used, but only under the following p ...
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If any driveability problems such as engine stall- ing and difficult hot-starting are experienced after using oxygenate-blend fuels, immediately change to a non-oxygenate fuel or a fuel with a low blend of MTBE. T ake care not to spill gasoline during refu- eling. Gasoline containing oxygenates can cause paint damage. E–85 fuel E-85 fuel is a mix ...
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ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER RECOMMENDATIONS Selecting the correct oil It is essential to choose the correct grade, quality and viscosity engine oil to ensure satisfactory engine life and performance. See “Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants” earlier in this section. NISSAN recommends the use of an energy conserving oil in order to improve ...
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Y our engine was filled with a high-quality engine oil when it was built. Y ou do not have to change the oil before the first recommended change interval. Oil and filter change intervals depend upon how you use your vehicle. Operation under the following conditions may require more frequent oil and filter changes: ● repeated short distance drivin ...
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ENGINE Model VQ40DE VK56DE T ype Gasoline, 4-cycle, DOHC Gasoline, 4-cycle, DOHC Cylinder arrangement 6-cylinder, V-block, Slanted at 60° 8-cylinder, V-block, Slanted at 90° Bore x Stroke in (mm) 3.760 x 3.622 (95.5 x 92) 3.858 x 3.622 (98 x 92) Displacement cu in (cm 3 ) 241.30 (3,954) 338.78 (5,552) Firing order 1–2–3–4–5–6 1–8–7? ...
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WHEELS AND TIRES Wheels 16 x 7.0J 17 x 7.5J 18 x 8.0J Tires P245/75R16 P265/75R16 P265/65R17 P265/60R18 Spare tire Full size DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS Overall length in (mm) 192.3 (4884) Overall width in (mm) 72.8 (1850) Overall height in( mm) 73.1 (1858) Front T rack in (mm) 61.8 (1570) Rear T rack in (mm) 61.8 (1570) Wheelbase in (mm) 112.2 (2850) G ...
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When planning to drive your NISSAN ve- hicle in another country, you should first find out if the fuel available is suitable for your vehi- cle’s engine. Using fuel with an octane rating that is too low may cause engine damage. All gasoline vehicles must be operated with unleaded gasoline. There- fore, avoid taking your vehicle to areas where app ...
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ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER The number is stamped on the engine as shown. F .M.V .S.S./C.M.V .S.S. CERTIFICATION LABEL The Federal/Canadian Motor V ehicle Safety Standard (F .M.V.S.S./C.M.V .S.S.) certification la- bel is affixed as shown. This label contains valu- able vehicle information, such as: Gross Vehicle W eight Ratings (GVWR) , Gross Axle Weight ...
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EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION LABEL The emission control information label is at- tached to the underside of the hood as shown. TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION LABEL The cold tire pressure is shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. The label is located as shown. AIR CONDITIONER SPECIFICATION LABEL The air conditioner specification label is aff ...
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Use the following steps to mount the front license plate: 1. Make a shallow hole in each plastic finisher at the location mark (small dimple) using a 0.31 in (8 mm) drill. T o avoid damaging the threads behind the finisher, apply only light pressure to the drill. 2. Mount the license plate bracket using two 8 mm slotted hex head screws. WARNING ● ...
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● Vehicle Capacity Weight, Load limit, T otal load capacity - maximum total weight limit specified of the load (passengers and cargo) for the ve- hicle. This is the maximum combined weight of occupants and cargo that can be loaded into the vehicle. If the vehicle is used to tow a trailer, the trailer tongue weight must be in- cluded as part of th ...
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Steps for determining correct load limit 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs” on your vehicle’s placard. 2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle. 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX ...
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5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4. 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be trans- ferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this re- duces the av ...
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● Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or the maximum front and rear GAWRs. If you do, parts of your vehicle can break, tire damage could occur, or it can change the way your vehicle handles. This could result in loss of control and cause personal injury. LOADING TIPS ● The GVW must not exceed GVWR or GA WR as specified on the F . ...
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WARNING Overloading or improper loading of a trailer and its cargo can adversely affect vehicle handling, braking and perfor- mance and may lead to accidents. CAUTION ● Do not tow a trailer or haul a heavy load for the first 500 miles (800 km) . Y our engine, axle or other parts could be damaged. ● For the first 500 miles (800 km) that you tow ...
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T emperature conditions can also affect towing. For example, towing a heavy trailer in high outside temperatures on graded roads can affect engine performance and cause overheating. The engine protection mode, which helps reduce the chance of engine damage, could activate and automati- cally decrease engine power. V ehicle speed may decrease under ...
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T owing capacities are calculated assuming a base vehicle with driver and any options required to achieve the rating. Additional passengers, cargo and/or optional equipment, such as the trailer hitch, will add weight to the vehicle and reduce your vehicle’s maximum towing capacity and trailer tongue load. The vehicle and trailer need to be weighe ...
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Remember to keep trailer tongue weight be- tween 10 - 15% of the trailer weight or within the trailer tongue load specification recommended by the trailer manufacturer. If the tongue load becomes excessive, rearrange the cargo to ob- tain the proper tongue load. Do not exceed the maximum tongue weight specification shown in the “T owing load/spec ...
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WARNING T railer hitch components have specific weight ratings. Y our vehicle may be ca- pable of towing a trailer heavier than the weight rating of the hitch components. Never exceed the weight rating of the hitch components. Doing so can cause serious personal injury or property damage. Hitch ball Choose a hitch ball of the proper size and weight ...
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WARNING Properly adjust the weight distributing hitch so the rear of the bumper is no higher than the measured reference height when the trailer is attached. If the rear bumper is higher than the measured reference height when loaded, the vehicle may handle unpredictably which could cause a loss of vehicle control and cause serious personal injury ...
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Tire pressures ● When towing a trailer, inflate the ve- hicle tires to the recommended cold tire pressure indicated on the Tire and Loading Information label. ● T railer tire condition, size, load rating and proper inflation pressure should be in accordance with the trailer and tire manufacturer’s specifications. Safety chains Always use suit ...
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WARNING Never connect a trailer brake system di- rectly to the vehicle brake system. Pre-towing tips ● Be certain your vehicle maintains a level position when a loaded and/or unloaded trailer is hitched. Do not drive the vehicle if it has an abnormal nose-up or nose-down condition; check for improper tongue load, overload, worn suspension or othe ...
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6. Make sure the indicator light (if so equipped) indicates the transfer case is in 4H, 4L, or 2H and that the A TP light is off. If the indicator light is flashing, or the A TP light is ON, make sure the transmission is in P (Park) (A T) and turn the 4WD switch to 2WD or 4H. See “Automatic transmission park warning light” in the “Instruments ...
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● Be careful when passing other vehicles. Passing while towing a trailer requires con- siderably more distance than normal pass- ing. Remember, the length of the trailer must also pass the other vehicle before you can safely change lanes. ● Use the T ow Mode or downshift the trans- mission to a lower gear for engine braking when driving down st ...
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DO T (Department of T ransportation) Quality Grades: All passenger car tires must conform to federal safety requirements in addition to these grades. Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: T readwear 200 T raction A A T emperature A T readwear The treadwear gr ...
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Y our NISSAN vehicle is covered by the following emission warranties: For USA 1. Emission Defects Warranty 2. Emissions Performance Warranty Details of this warranty may be found with other vehicle warranties in your W arranty Information Booklet which comes with your NISSAN vehicle. If you did not receive a Warranty Information Booklet, or it is l ...
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WARNING Always drive the vehicle in a safe and prudent manner according to traffic con- ditions and obey all traffic laws. 1. Start the engine when the engine coolant temperature gauge needle points to C. Al- low the engine to idle until the gauge needle points between the C and H (normal oper- ating temperature) . 2. Accelerate the vehicle to 55 M ...
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T o read data recorded by an EDR, special equip- ment is required and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manu- facturer and NISSAN dealer, other parties, such as law enforcement, that have the special equip- ment, can read the information if they have ac- cess to the vehicle or the EDR. EDR data will only be acce ...
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Insist on the use of genuine NISSAN collision parts! If you want your vehicle to be restored using parts made to NISSAN’s original exacting specifica- tions – if you want to help it to last and hold its resale value, the solution is simple. T ell your insurance agent and your repair shop to only use Genuine NISSAN Collision Parts. NISSAN does n ...
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9-32 T echnical and consumer information MEMO I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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10 Index 4WD warning light .............. .2-16 A Active brake limited slip (ABLS) system (if so equipped) ................ .5-35 Active Head Restraint ............. .1-7 Adjusting pedal position ........... .3-25 Air bag (See supplemental restraint system) .................... .1-41 Air bag system Front (See supplemental front impact air bag syste ...
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Bulb check/instrument panel ......... .2-14 Bulb replacement ............... .8-32 C Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants .................. .9-2 Car phone or CB radio ........... .4-104 Cargo light .................. .2-54 Cargo net ................... .2-45 Cargo (See vehicle loading information) . . .9-12 CD care and cleaning ............ ...
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F First aid kit ................... .6-2 Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch) ..... .2-32 Flat tire ..................... .6-2 Floor mat positioning aid ............ .7-4 Fluid Brake fluid ................. .8-14 Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ................ .9-2 Engine coolant ............... .8-8 Engine oil ................. ...
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W arning signals .............. .3-17 Interior light .................. .2-52 ISOFIX child restraints ............ .1-23 J Jump starting .................. .6-8 K K e y ....................... .3-2 Keyfob battery replacement ......... .8-27 Keyless entry With Intelligent Key system (See Intelligent Key system) ....... .3-13 Keyless entry system (Se ...
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N NISSAN Intelligent Key™ ......... .3-2, 3-7 NISSAN mobile entertainment system (MES) ..................... .4-89 NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system ............... .2-24, 3-3, 5-12 NISSAN voice recognition system ..... .4-131 O Octane rating (See fuel octane rating) .... .9-4 Odometer .................... .2-4 Oil Capacities and recommended fuel ...
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S Safety Child safety rear door lock ......... .3-6 Child seat belts ....... .1-21, 1-29, 1-36 Reporting safety defects (US only) . . . .9-28 Screen (See NISSAN mobile entertainment system) .................... .4-91 Seat adjustment Front manual seat adjustment ....... .1-2 Front power seat adjustment ....... .1-4 Second row bench seats ......... . ...
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Theft (NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system) , engine start ............ .2-24, 3-3, 5-12 Three-way catalyst ............... .5-3 Tilting steering wheel ............. .3-25 Tire Flat tire ................... .6-2 Spare tire .................. .6-4 Tire and Loading Information label .... .9-11 Tire chains ................. .8-42 Tire placard .......... ...
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Rear power windows ........... .2-50 Windshield wiper and washer switch .... .2-26 Wiper Rear window wiper and washer switches .................. .2-27 Windshield wiper and washer switch . . .2-26 Wiper blades ............... .8-21 10-8 Z REVIEW COPY— 2009 Pathfinder (pat) Owners Manual—USA_English (nna) 06/13/08—debbie X I n f o r m a t i o ...
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RECOMMENDED FUEL: Use unleaded premium gasoline with an octane rating of at least 91 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) num- ber (Research octane number 96) . If unleaded premium gasoline is not available unleaded regular gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) number (Research octane number 91) can be used, but only under the following pre ...

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