1996 NISSAN PATHFINDER engine

tioner. The indicator light will come on when
the air conditioner button is on. To stop the air
conditioner, push the switch again to return it
to the original position.
The air conditioner cooling function oper-
ates only when the engine is running.
Positioning of the heating or air condi-
tioning controls should not be done
while driving, in order that full attention
may be given to the driving operation.
HEATER OPERATION
Heating
This mode is used to direct hot air from the
floor outlets.
1. Push the air recirculation button to the
ªOFFº position for normal heating.
2. Turn the air control dial to the ª
º posi-
tion.
3. Turn on the fan control dial.
4. Turn the temperature control dial to the
desired position between the middle and
the ªHOTº position.
IFor quick heating, move the air recirculation
button to the ªONº position. Be sure to
return the air recirculation button to the
ªOFFº position for normal heating.
Ventilation
This mode directs outside air from the side and
centre vents.
1. Push the air recirculation button to the
ªOFFº position.
2. Turn the air control dial to the ª
º posi-
tion.
3. Turn on the fan control dial.4. Turn the temperature control dial to the
desired position.
Defrosting or defogging
This mode is used to defrost/defog the win-
dows.
1. Push the air recirculation button to the
ªOFFº position.
2. Turn the air control dial to the ª
º
position.
3. Turn on the fan control dial.
4. Turn the temperature control dial to the
desired position between the middle and
the ªHOTº position.
ITo quickly remove ice or fog from the
windows, push the air recirculation button
to the ªONº position, the fan control dial to
ª4º and the temperature control dial to the
full ªHOTº position. As soon as possible
after the window is clear, push the air
recirculation button to the ªOFFº position.
Bi-level heating
This mode directs outside air from the side and
center vents and hot air from the floor outlets.
1. Push the air recirculation button to the
ªOFFº position.
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2. Turn the air control dial to the ªº posi-
tion.
3. Turn on the fan control dial.
4. Normally turn the temperature control dial
to the midpoint between ªHOTº and
ªCOLDº.
Heating and defogging
This mode heats the interior and defogs the
windscreen.
1. Push the air recirculation button to the
ªOFFº position.
2. Turn the air control dial to the ª
º posi-
tion.
3. Turn on the fan control dial.
4. Turn the temperature control dial to the
desired position between the middle and
the ªHOTº position.
Operating tips
IClear snow and ice from the wiper blade
and air inlet in front of the windshield.
This will improve heater operation.
IA slight delay may be experienced when
turning the air control dial. This is not a
problem, it is only the system motors andsolenoids switching from one outlet to an-
other.
AIR CONDITIONER OPERATION
Start the engine, move the fan control dial to
the desired (1 to 4) position and push in the air
conditioner button to activate the air condi-
tioner. When the air conditioner is on, cooling
and dehumidifying functions will be added to
the heater operation.
The air conditioner cooling function oper-
ates only when the engine is running.
Cooling
This mode is used to cool and dehumidify.
1. Push the air recirculation button to the
ªOFFº position.
2. Turn the air control dial to the ª
º posi-
tion.
3. Turn on the fan control dial.
4. Push on the air conditioner button. The
indicator light will come on.
5. Turn the temperature control dial to the
desired position.
IFor quick cooling when the outside tem-
perature is high, push the air recirculation
button to the ªONº position. Be sure toreturn the air recirculation button to the
ªOFFº position for normal cooling.
Dehumidified heating
This mode is used to heat and dehumidify.
1. Push the air recirculation button to the
ªOFFº position.
2. Turn the air control dial to the ª
º posi-
tion.
3. Turn on the fan control dial.
4. Push on the air conditioner button. The
indicator light will come on.
5. Turn the temperature control dial to the
desired position.
Dehumidified defogging
This mode is used to defog the windows and
dehumidify.
1. Push the air recirculation button to the
ªOFFº position.
2. Turn the air control dial to the ª
º
position.
3. Turn on the fan control dial.
4. Push on the air conditioner button. The
indicator light will come on.
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CONTROLS
Fan control dial
This dial turns the fan on and off, and controls
fan speed.
Auto mode: This mode controls the fan speed
automatically.
Air control dial
This dial allows you to select the air flow
outlets.
Ð Air flows from center and side venti-
lators.
Ð Air flows from center and side venti-
lators and foot outlets.
Ð Air flows mainly from foot outlets.
Ð Air flows from defroster outlets and
foot outlets.
Ð Air flows mainly from defroster out-
lets.
Temperature control dial
This dial allows you to adjust the temperature
of the outlet air.
Air recirculation button
OFF position
Outside air is drawn into the passenger com-
partment when this button is off.
Use this position for normal heater or air
conditioner operation.
ON position
Interior air is recirculated inside the vehicle.
Push the button on when driving on a dusty
road. The indicator light will come on.
Do not use in this position for long
periods of time because it may cause
the interior air to become stuffy and the
windows to fog up.
Air conditioner button
Start the engine, turn the fan control dial to the
desired (Auto, 1 to 3) position and push the air
conditioner button to turn on the air condi-
tioner. The indicator light will come on when
the air conditioner is on. To stop the air con-
ditioner, push the switch again to return it to
the original position.
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CONDITIONER
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The air conditioner cooling function oper-
ates only when the engine is running.
HEATER OPERATION
Heating
This mode is used to direct hot air from the
floor outlets.
1. Push the air recirculation button OFF for
normal heating.
2. Turn the air control dial to the ª
º posi-
tion.
3. (Manual mode)
Turn on the fan control dial (1 to 3).
(Auto mode)
Turn the fan control dial to the AUTO
position.
IThe fan speed will be maintained automati-
cally.
4. Turn the temperature control dial to set the
desired temperature.
IAdjust the temperature control dial to about
75ÉF (24ÉC) for normal operation.
IThe temperature will be maintained auto-
matically.IFor quick heating, push the air recirculation
button ON. Be sure to turn off the air
recirculation button for normal heating.
IWhen starting up from cold with the fan
control dial in the AUTO position, the
blower speed will be fixed in the low mode
until the coolant temperature rises.
Ventilation
This mode directs outside air from the side,
center and driver vents.
1. Push the air recirculation button OFF.
2. Turn the air control dial to the ª
º posi-
tion.
3. (Manual mode)
Turn on the fan control dial (1 to 3).
(Auto mode)
Turn the fan control dial to the AUTO
position.
IThe fan speed will be maintained automati-
cally.
4. Turn the temperature control dial to set the
desired temperature.
IThe temperature will be maintained auto-
matically.
Defrosting or defogging
This mode is used to defrost/defog the win-
dows.
1. Push the air recirculation button OFF.
2. Turn the air control dial to the ª
º
position.
3. (Manual mode)
Turn on the fan control dial (1 to 3).
(Auto mode)
Turn the fan control dial to the AUTO
position.
IThe fan speed will be maintained automati-
cally.
4. Turn the temperature control dial to the
desired position.
ITo quickly remove ice or fog from the
windows, turn the fan control dial to ª3º and
the temperature control dial fully over to the
ªHOTº position.
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Bi-level heating
This mode directs outside air from the side and
center vents and hot air from the floor outlets.
1. Push the air recirculation button OFF.
2. Turn the air control dial to the ª
º posi-
tion.
3. (Manual mode)
Turn on the fan control dial (1 to 3).
(Auto mode)
Turn the fan control dial to the AUTO
position.
IThe fan speed will be maintained automati-
cally.
4. Turn the temperature control dial to set the
desired temperature.
IAdjust the temperature control dial to about
75ÉF (24ÉC) for normal operation.
IThe temperature will be maintained auto-
matically.
Heating and defogging
This mode heats the interior and defogs the
windshield.
1. Push the air recirculation button OFF.2. Turn the air control dial to the ª
º posi-
tion.
3. (Manual mode)
Turn on the fan control dial (1 to 3).
(Auto mode)
Turn the fan control dial to the AUTO
position.
IThe fan speed will be maintained automati-
cally.
4. Turn the temperature control dial to set the
desired temperature.
IAdjust the temperature control dial to about
75ÉF (24ÉC) for normal operation.
IThe temperature will be maintained auto-
matically.
Operating tips
IClear snow and ice from the wiper blade
and air inlet in front of the windshield.
This will improve heater operation.
AIR CONDITIONER OPERATION
Start the engine, turn the fan control dial to the
desired (Auto, 1 to 3) position and push in the
air conditioner button to activate the air condi-
tioner. When the air conditioner is on, coolingand dehumidifying functions will be added to
the heater operation.
The air conditioner cooling function oper-
ates only when the engine is running.
Cooling
This mode is used to cool and dehumidify.
1. Push the air recirculation button OFF.
2. Turn the air control dial to the ª
º posi-
tion.
3. (Manual mode)
Turn on the fan control dial (1 to 3).
(Auto mode)
Turn the fan control dial to the AUTO
position.
IThe fan speed will be maintained automati-
cally.
4. Push the air conditioner button on. The
indicator light will come on.
5. Turn the temperature control dial to set the
desired temperature.
IAdjust the temperature control dial to about
75ÉF (24ÉC) for normal operation.
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IThe temperature will be maintained auto-
matically.
IFor quick cooling when the outside tem-
perature is high, push the air recirculation
button on. Be sure to turn off the air recir-
culation button for normal cooling.
Dehumidified heating
This mode is used to heat and dehumidify.
1. Push the air recirculation button OFF.
2. Turn the air control dial to the ª
º posi-
tion.
3. (Manual mode)
Turn on the fan control dial (1 to 3).
(Auto mode)
Turn the fan control dial to the AUTO
position.
IThe fan speed will be maintained automati-
cally.
4. Push on the air conditioner button. The
indicator light will come on.
5. Turn the temperature control dial to set the
desired temperature.
IAdjust the temperature control dial to about
75ÉF (24ÉC) for normal operation.IThe temperature will be maintained auto-
matically.
Dehumidified defogging
This mode is used to defog the windows and
dehumidify.
1. Push the air recirculation button OFF to
improve the defogging performance.
2. Turn the air control dial to the ª
º
position.
3. (Manual mode)
Turn on the fan control dial (1 to 3).
(Auto mode)
Turn the fan control dial to the AUTO
position.
4. Turn the temperature control dial to the
desired position.
Operating tips
IKeep windows and sun roof closed while
the air conditioner is in operation.
IAfter parking in the sun, drive for two or
three minutes with the windows open to
vent hot air from the passenger compart-
ment. Then, close the windows. This willallow the air conditioner to cool the interior
more quickly.
IThe air conditioning system should be op-
erated for about ten minutes at least once a
month. This helps prevent damage to the
system due to lack of lubrication.
IIf the coolant temperature gauge exceeds
the ªHOTº position, turn the air conditioner
off. See ªIf your vehicle overheats ºin the ªIn
case of emergencyº section for additional
information.
IIf the engine coolant reaches an extremely
high temperature, the air conditioning sys-
tem will automatically turn off. This may
happen for example if the engine is run at
idle for a long time on a hot day.
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The sensor on the instrument panel helps
maintain a constant temperature. Do not put
anything on or around this sensor.
Servicing air conditioner
The air conditioning system in your NISSAN
vehicle is charged with a new refrigerant de-
signed with the environment in mind.
This new refrigerant will not harm the
earth's ozone layer.
However, special charging equipment and lu-
bricant are required when servicing your NIS-
SAN air conditioner. Using improper refriger-
ants or lubricants will cause severe damage to
your air conditioning system. See AIR CONDI-
TIONING SYSTEM REFRIGERANT AND LU-
BRICANT RECOMMENDATIONS in the
TECHNICAL INFORMATION section of this
manual.
Your NISSAN dealer will be able to service
your environmentally ªfriendlyº air conditioning
system.To turn the radio on, turn the ignition key to
ªACCº or ªONº. If you listen to the radio with
the engine not running, turn the key to the
ªACCº position.
Radio reception is affected by station signal
strength, distance from radio transmitter, build-
ings, bridges, mountains, and other external
influences. Intermittent changes in reception
quality normally are caused by these external
influences.
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RADIO
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4 Starting and driving
Precautions when starting and driving ................... 4-2
On-pavement and off-road driving precautions ...... 4-3
Avoiding collision and rollover ................................. 4-4
Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving .......................... 4-4
Ignition switch ........................................................ 4-4
Before starting the engine ..................................... 4-6
Driving with automatic transmission ...................... 4-6
Driving with manual transmission ........................ 4-10
Starting the engine ............................................... 4-11
Parking brake ....................................................... 4-12
Cruise control ....................................................... 4-13
Break-in schedule ................................................ 4-15
Economy hints ..................................................... 4-15
Transfer case shifting procedures
for 4-wheel drive vehicles .................................... 4-16
Parking ................................................................. 4-22
Precautions when driving ..................................... 4-23
Anti-lock brake system .......................................... 4-24
Cold weather driving cautions .............................. 4-25
Corrosion protection ............................................. 4-27
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