1996 NISSAN PATHFINDER mirror

1 Instruments and controls
Meters and gauges ................................................. 1-3
Speedometer and odometer .................................. 1-3
Tachometer ............................................................ 1-4
Engine coolant temperature gauge ........................ 1-4
Fuel gauge ............................................................. 1-5
Compass and outside temperature display
(If so equipped) ....................................................... 1-5
Clock ....................................................................... 1-8
Warning/indicator light and buzzer .......................... 1-9
Theft warning (If so equipped) .............................. 1-13
Headlight and turn signal switch .......................... 1-15
Windshield wiper and washer switch .................... 1-16
Rear window wiper and washer switch ............... 1-17
Rear window defogger switch .............................. 1-18
Instrument brightness control ............................... 1-18
Front fog light switch ............................................. 1-19
Hazard warning flasher switch ............................. 1-19
Heated seat (If so equipped) ................................ 1-20Cigarette lighter and ash trays ............................. 1-21
Power socket ......................................................... 1-22
Coin tray ................................................................ 1-22
Cup holder ............................................................. 1-23
Glasses case ......................................................... 1-23
Console box .......................................................... 1-24
Luggage board and box ........................................ 1-25
Tonneau cover ...................................................... 1-26
Power window ....................................................... 1-26
Sunroof ................................................................. 1-28
Interior light ........................................................... 1-29
Spot light ............................................................... 1-30
Inspection light ...................................................... 1-30
Vanity mirror light ................................................. 1-30
Adjustable shock absorber control
(If so equipped) ..................................................... 1-31
Integrated HomeLink
TMtransmitter
(If so equipped) ....................................................... 1-31
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Driver's supplemental air bag (P.2-18)Cruise control
set switch
(P.4-13)
Outside mirror remote control
(P.2-37) Headlight/dimmer/turn signal switch (P.1-15)
Front fog light switch (P.1-19)Meter/gauge (P.1-3)
Windshield wiper/washer switch (P.1-16)
Hazard warning flasher switch (P.1-19)
Center ventilator (P.3-2)
Heater/air conditioner control (P.3-3)Compass/outside air temperature display (P.1-5)
Passenger supplemental air bag (P.2-18)
Side ventilator (P.3-2)
Glove box (P.2-10)
Cigarette lighter (P.1-21)
Radio/CD player (P.3-14)/clock (P.1-8)
Adjustable shock absorber control switch (P.1-31)
Rear window wiper/washer switch (P.1-17)
Rear window/outside mirror defogger switch (P.1-18)Ignition switch/steering lock (P.4-4)Heated seat switch (P.1-20)
Tilting steering wheel adjust lever (P.2-36)Hood release lever (P.2-9) Fuse box cover (P.7-21)
Coin tray (P.1-22) Theft warning light (P.1-13) Cruise control main switch (P.4-13)
Instrument brightness control
(P.1-18)
SIC0585
See the page indicated in parentheses for operating details.
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To defog the rear window glass, start the
engine and push the switch on. (The indicator
light will come on.) Push the switch again to
turn the defogger off.
It will automatically turn off in approximately 15
minutes. If the window clears before this time,
push the switch off manually.
When cleaning the inner side of the
window, be careful not to scratch or
damage the electrical conductors.
Outside mirror defogger (if so
equipped)
The outside mirrors will be defogged when the
rear window defogger switch is pushed.
The instrument brightness control operates
when the light switch is in the ª
ºor
ªº position.
Turn the control to adjust the brightness of the
instrument panel lights.
SIC0593SIC0052
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER
SWITCHINSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESS
CONTROL
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Do not use for extended periods of time
with the engine stopped.
When using the inspection light, insert the plug
into the power socket.
Be sure to read ªPOWER SOCKETº in the
ªInstrument and controlsº section of this
manual.The light on the vanity mirror will turn on when
the cover on the vanity mirror is opened.
SIC0565SIC0609SIC0186
SPOT LIGHT INSPECTION LIGHT VANITY MIRROR 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
Z01.2.1/R50-DX

IDo not store the main sun visor be-
fore storing the sub-sun visor.
IDo not pull the sub-sun visor forcedly
downwards.
Electrical control type
(If so equipped)
Push the right or left end of the switch to adjust
the right or left side mirror, then control the
lever.
Objects viewed in the outside mirror on the
passenger side are closer than they ap-
pear.
SPA0395
SIC0054
SUN VISOR OUTSIDE MIRROR CONTROL
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Manual control type
The outside mirror can be moved in any direc-
tion for a better rear view.
Objects viewed in the outside mirror on the
passenger side are closer than they ap-
pear.
Folding outside mirror
Push the mirror backward to fold it.The night position will reduce glare from the
headlights of vehicles behind you at night.
Use the night position only when neces-
sary, because it reduces rear view
clarity.
PD1183MM008PD1006M
OUTSIDE MIRRORS INSIDE MIRROR
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ªOFFº (1)
The engine can be turned off without locking
the steering wheel.
ªACCº (Accessories) (2)
This position activates electrical accessories
such as the radio when the engine is not
running.
ªONº Normal operating position (3)
This position turns on the ignition system and
the electrical accessories.
ªSTARTº (4)
This position activates the starter motor, start-
ing the engine.IMake sure the area around the vehicle is
clear.
ICheck fluid levels such as engine oil, cool-
ant, brake and clutch fluid, window washer
fluid as frequently as possible, at least
whenever you refuel.
ICheck to be sure that all windows and light
lenses are clean.
IVisually inspect tires for their appearance
and condition. Also check tires for proper
inflation.
ILock all doors.
IPosition seat and adjust head restraints.
IAdjust inside and outside mirrors.
IFasten seat belts and ask all passengers to
do likewise.
ICheck the operation of warning lights when
key is turned to the ªON (3)º position.The automatic transmission in your vehicle is
electronically controlled by a microcomputer to
produce maximum power and smooth opera-
tion.
Shown on the following pages are the recom-
mended operating procedures for this trans-
mission. Follow these procedures for maxi-
mum vehicle performance and driving
enjoyment.
Starting the vehicle
IAfter starting the engine, fully depress the
foot brake pedal and push the selector lever
button before shifting the selector lever to
the ªDº, ªRº, ª2º or ª1º position. Be sure the
vehicle is fully stopped before attempting to
shift the selector lever.
This automatic transmission is designed
so that the foot brake pedal MUST be de-
pressed before shifting from ªPº to any
drive position while the ignition switch is
ªONº.
The shift lever cannot be moved out of ªPº
and into any of the other gear positions if
the ignition key is turned to ªLOCKº or if
the key is removed from the switch.
When the battery charge is low, the shift
lever can be moved if the ignition switch is
in the ªACCº position.
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
DRIVING WITH AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
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