1996 NISSAN PATHFINDER key

Turn signal
Move the lever up or down to signal to the
turning direction. When the turn is completed,
the turn signals cancel automatically.
Lane change signal
To indicate a lane change, move the lever up
or down to the point where lights begin flash-
ing.
The windshield wiper and washer operates
when the ignition key is in the ªACCº or ªONº
position.
Push the lever down to operate the wiper.
Intermittent operation can be adjusted from 4
to 12 seconds by turning the knob.
(Type B only)
Pull the lever toward you to operate the
washer. Then the wiper will also operate sev-
eral times.
IDo not operate the washer continu-
ously for more than 30 seconds.
IDo not operate the washer if the res-
ervoir tank is dry.
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WINDSHIELD WIPER AND
WASHER SWITCH
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The cigarette lighter operates when the igni-
tion switch is in ªACCº or ªONº.
Push the lighter in all the way. When the lighter
is heated, it will spring out.
Replace the lighter in its original position after
use.
The cigarette lighter should not be used
while driving in order that full attention
may be given to the driving operation.
ITake care not to leave children unat-
tended in the vehicle as the cigarette
lighter may be operated even though
the key is not in the ignition.
IThe cigarette lighter socket is a
power source for the cigarette lighter
element only. The use of the cigarette
lighter socket as a power source for
any other accessory is not
recommended.
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CIGARETTE LIGHTER AND ASH
TRAYS
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IIf luggage is loaded with the board
removed, it is dangerous as luggage
is unstable.
The tonneau cover keeps the luggage com-
partment contents hidden from the outside.
INever put anything on the tonneau
cover, no matter how small. Any ob-
ject on it could cause an injury in an
accident or when the brakes are ap-
plied suddenly.
IDo not leave the tonneau cover in the
vehicle with it disengaged from the
holder.
The power window only operates when the
ignition key is in the ªONº position.
To open or close the window, push down or
pull up the switch and hold it. The main switch
(driver side switches) will open or close all the
windows.
Locking passenger's window
When the lock button is pushed in, only the
driver side window can be opened or closed.
Push it in again to cancel.
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TONNEAU COVER POWER WINDOW
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The sunroof will only operate when the ignition
key is in the ªONº position.
Sliding the sunroof
To open the roof, keep pressing the switch to
the ªº side.
To close the roof, keep pressing the switch to
the ª
º side.
Tilting the sunroof
To tilt up, first close the sunroof, then keep
pushing the ªº side of the tilt switch.To tilt down the sunroof, keep pushing the
ª
º side.
Sun shade
Open/close the sun shade by sliding it
backward/forward.The shade will open automatically when the
sunroof is opened. However, it must be closed
manually.
IBe extremely careful not to have any
part of your body in the sunroof
opening while it is closing.
IDo not stand up or extend any portion
of your body out of the opening while
driving.
IRemove water drops, snow, ice or
sand from the sunroof before open-
ing.
IDo not place any heavy object on the
sunroof or surrounding area.
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SUNROOF
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If the sunroof does not close
Have your NISSAN dealer check and repair
the sunroof.
The interior light has a three-position switch.
The interior light will operate regardless of
ignition key position.
IWhen the switch is in the ªOFFº position,the interior light will not illuminate, regard-
less of door position.
IWhen the switch is in the center ªqº posi-
tion, the light will illuminate when a door is
opened.
IWhen the switch is in the ªONº position, the
interior light will illuminate, whether any
door is open or closed.
Leaving the interior light switch in the
ªONº position for extended periods of
time will result in a discharged battery.
SIC0564
INTERIOR LIGHT
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2 Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Key ......................................................................... 2-2
Door locks .............................................................. 2-2
Multi-remote control system (If so equipped) ......... 2-4
Battery replacement ................................................ 2-6
Spare tire carrier .................................................... 2-7
Back door locks ....................................................... 2-8
Rear window locks .................................................. 2-8
Hood release .......................................................... 2-9
Glove box lock ..................................................... 2-10
Fuel filler lid lock .................................................. 2-10
Fuel filler cap ....................................................... 2-11
Front seats ........................................................... 2-12
Rear seats ............................................................ 2-15
Supplemental restraint system
(Supplemental air bag system) ............................ 2-18Warning labels ...................................................... 2-22
Supplemental air bag warning light ..................... 2-22
Seat belts ............................................................. 2-24
Child restraints for infants and
small children ....................................................... 2-30
Tilting steering wheel ........................................... 2-36
Sun visor ............................................................... 2-37
Outside mirror control .......................................... 2-37
Outside mirrors .................................................... 2-38
Inside mirror ......................................................... 2-38
Luggage net .......................................................... 2-39
Luggage side finisher hook ................................... 2-39
Luggage hooks........................................................ 2-40
Luggage rack ........................................................ 2-41
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The key can only be inserted fully in the
ignition key cylinder. For the door, back door
and glove box key cylinders, it is normal for the
key not to go into the key cylinder all the way.
Record the key number on the key number
plate and keep it in a safe place (such as your
wallet), NOT IN THE CAR. A key number plate
is supplied with your key. Keep the plate in a
safe place. NISSAN does not record key num-
bers so it is very important to keep track of
your key number plate. A key number is only
necessary when you have lost all keys and do
not have one to duplicate from. If you still have
a key, this key can be duplicated by your
NISSAN dealer or a lock smith shop.Locking doors with key
To lock the door, turn the key towards the front
of the vehicle. To unlock, turn it towards the
rear.
Locking doors without key
To lock from the outside without a key, move
the inside lock knob to the ªLOCKº position.
Then close the door.
IAlways have the doors locked while
driving. Along with the use of seat
belts, this provides greater safety in
the event of an accident by helping to
prevent persons from being thrown
from the vehicle. This also helps keep
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children and others from unintention-
ally opening the doors, and will help
keep out intruders.
IBefore opening any door, always look
for and avoid oncoming traffic.
IWhen locking the door this way, be
certain not to leave the key inside the
vehicle.
CHILD SAFETY REAR DOOR
LOCK
Child safety locking helps prevent doors from
being opened accidentally, especially when
small children are in the vehicle.
When the lever is in the lock position, the rear
door can be opened only from the outside.
POWER DOOR LOCK
The power door lock system allows you to lock
or unlock all doors simultaneously.
Operating the lock-unlock switch will lock or
unlock all doors including the back door.
IBefore opening the door, always look
for and avoid oncoming traffic.
IDo not leave children unattended in a
locked vehicle. If an emergency oc-
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