1996 NISSAN PATHFINDER Owners Manual

The front seat(s) are warmed by built-in heat-
ers. The switches located on the instrument
panel can be operated independently of each
other.
1. Start the engine.
The battery could run down if the heater is
operated while the engine is not running.
2. Push the ª
º (Low) or ªº (High)
position of the switch, as desired, depend-
ing 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 long as
the switch is on.
3. When the vehicle's interior is warmed or
before you leave the vehicle, be sure to turn
the switch off.
IDo not use the seat heater for a long
time or when no one is seated there.
IDo not put anything on the seat which
insulates heat, such as a blanket,
cushion, seat cover, etc. Otherwise,
the seat may become overheated.
IDo not place anything hard or heavy
on the seat or pierce it with a pin or
similar object. This may result in
damage to the heater.
IAny liquid spilled on the heating seat
should be immediately wiped up with
a dry cloth.
IWhen cleaning the seat, never use
benzine, thinner, or any similar mate-
rials.
IIf any abnormalities are found or the
heating seat does not operate, turnthe switch OFF and have the system
checked by your NISSAN dealer.
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HEATED SEAT (If so equipped)
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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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IThis power socket is not designed for
use with a cigarette lighter unit.
IDo not use with accessories that ex-
ceed a 12 volt, 120W (10A) power
draw. Do not use double adapters or
more than one electrical accessory.
IUse this power socket with the en-
gine running. (Do not use for ex-
tended periods of time with the en-
gine stopped or idling.)IAvoid using when the air conditioner,
headlights or rear window defogger
is on.
IWhen not in use, be sure to close the
cap. Do not allow water to contact the
socket.
IBefore inserting or disconnecting a
plug, be sure to turn off the power
switch of electrical accessory being
used or the ACC power of the vehicle.
IPush the plug in as far as it will go. If
good contact is not made, the plug
may overheat or the internal tempera-
ture fuse may blow.
Take care as the socket and plug may be
hot during or immediately after use.
The coin tray should not be used while
driving in order that full attention may be
given to the driving operation.
Do not place valuable items in the tray.
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POWER SOCKET COIN TRAY
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IThe cup holders should not be used
while driving in order that full atten-
tion may be given to the driving op-
eration.
IAvoid 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.
To open, push the cup holder.
To close, fully push the cup holder.The glasses case can be opened by pushing
the button.
The glasses case should not be used
while driving in order that full attention
may be given to the driving operation.
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CUP HOLDER GLASSES CASE
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Do not use for anything other than
glasses.IThe center console box should not be
used while driving in order that full
attention may be given to the driving
operation.
IKeep the center console box lid
closed while driving to prevent injury
in an accident or a sudden stop.
Do not place valuable items in the center
console box.
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CONSOLE BOX
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IDo not place valuable items in the
luggage side console box.
IKeep luggage side console box lids
closed securely when being used.
IMake sure the luggage board closes
securely.
IDo not drive with the board removed.
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SPA0346A
LUGGAGE BOARD AND BOX
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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 passenger side switch will open or close
only the corresponding window. To open or
close the window, hold the switch down or up.
IMake sure that all passengers have
their hands, etc. inside the vehicle
before closing the windows.
IDo not leave children unattended in-
side the vehicle. They could unknow-
ingly activate switches.
Power window automatic switch
To fully open the driver side window, com-
pletely push down the switch and release it; it
need not be held. The window will automati-
cally open all the way. To stop the window, just
pull up the switch toward the ªCLOSEº side.
SIC0600SIC0559SIC0601
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