1996 NISSAN PATHFINDER set clock

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)
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See the page indicated in parentheses for operating details.
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The digital clock displays time when the igni-
tion key is in ªACCº or ªONº.
If the power supply is disconnected, the
clock will not indicate the correct time.
Readjust the time.
Clock set (Adjustment)
Depressing the ªCLOCKº and the ªºor
ªº buttons together will set hours. De-
pressing the ªCLOCKº and ªºor
ªº buttons together will set minutes.
Clock operation
By pressing the ªCLOCKº button, you can
alternate the clock and the radio/cassette tape
options in the display.
Clock priority mode
In this mode the clock will be shown in the
display. If any radio or cassette tape functions
are activated, the radio (or cassette tape)
display will illuminate for ten seconds then
return to the clock mode.
After clock adjustment, the radio is in the
clock priority mode.
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CLOCK
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AM-FM RADIO WITH CASSETTE
PLAYER
Radio operation
Push the ON-OFF/VOL knob to turn the radio
on. Push the ON-OFF/VOL knob once more to
turn the radio off.
Turn the knob to adjust the volume.
Inserting a cassette tape into the cassette
player while the radio is on will turn off the
radio and turn on the cassette player.
Pushing the ON-OFF/VOL knob while the cas-
sette tape is playing will turn off the cassette
player.
Clock set (Adjustment)
Depressing the ªCLOCKº and the ªº but-
tons together will set hours. Depressing the
ªCLOCKº and ª
º buttons together will set
minutes.
Clock operation
By pressing the ªCLOCKº button, you can
alternate the clock and the radio/cassette tape
options in the display.
Clock priority mode
In this mode the clock will be shown in the
display. If any radio or cassette tape functions
are activated, the radio (or cassette tape)
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display will illuminate for ten seconds then
return to the clock mode.
After clock adjustment, the radio is in the
clock priority mode.
Radio/cassette tape priority mode
In this mode, the radio station will illuminate in
the display during radio operation. During cas-
sette tape operation, ªTAPEº will illuminate in
the display.
Selecting the desired band
Push the band select button (FM/AM) to
change from AM to FM reception.
The stereo indicator illuminates during FM
stereo reception. When the stereo broadcast
signal is weak, the radio will automatically
change from stereo to monaural reception.
Tuning
The radio should not be tuned while
driving in order that full attention may be
given to the driving operation.
Manual tuning
Push either manual tuning button
ª
ºorªº.
SEEK tuning
Push the SEEK/SCAN tuning button
ª
º for less than 1.5 seconds. SEEK tun-
ing begins from low to high frequencies and
stops at the next broadcasting station. Push
the button again for less than 1.5 seconds, and
the next highest broadcasting station is tuned.
Once the highest broadcasting station is
reached, the radio will continue in the ªSEEKº
mode at the lowest broadcast station.
SCAN tuning
Push the SEEK/SCAN tuning button
ª
º for more than 1.5 seconds. ªSCANº will
illuminate in the display window. SCAN tuning
begins from low to high frequencies and stops
at each broadcasting station for five seconds.Pushing the button again during this five sec-
ond period will stop SCAN tuning and the radio
will remain tuned to that station.
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head, capstan and pinch roller may col-
lect a tape coating residue as the tape
passes over the head. This residue ac-
cumulation can cause weak or wavering
sound, and should be removed periodi-
cally with a head cleaning tape. If the
residue is not removed periodically, the
player may need to be disassembled for
cleaning.
Fast forwarding or rewinding the
tape
Push either the FF (forward) or REW (rewind)
button for the desired direction.
The ª
ºorªº symbol will illuminate in
the display. To stop the FF or REW function,
press the ªPLAY/STOPº button.
Automatic Program Search (APS)
fast forwarding or APS rewinding the
tape
Push either the APS FF or APS REW button
while the tape is playing. The tape will run
quickly, and stop and play at the next pro-
gram. The indicator flashes on and off while
searching for the program. The ª
ºor
ªº symbol will illuminate in the display.
This system searches at the blank intervals
between selections. If there is a blank interval
within one program or there is no interval
between programs, the system may not
search correctly.
Changing the direction of tape play
Push the PROG (program) select button. The
ªºorªº symbol will illuminate in the
display to indicate side of program play.
Dolby NR (noise reduction)
Push theªDOLBY NRº button for Dolby
NR encoded tapes to reduce high frequency
tape noise. The indicator will come on.
Dolby NR is manufactured under license from
Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
ªDOLBY NRº and the double-D symbol aretrademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing
Corporation.
If in the clock priority mode when the
but-
ton is pressed,
and ªTAPEº will illuminate
in the display window for about ten seconds.
The clock mode will then return to the display
window.
Metal or chrome tape usage
The cassette player will be automatically set to
high performance play when playing a metal or
chrome cassette tape. The indicator ªMETALº
will come on when playing a metal or chrome
cassette tape.
Stopping and ejecting the cassette
tape
Push the EJECT button.
The cassette tape will automatically come out.
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AM-FM RADIO WITH COMPACT
DISC PLAYER
The electronic tuning radio has an FM Diver-
sity reception system, which employs two an-
tennas. One is a rod type antenna; the other is
an antenna printed on the window. This sys-
tem automatically switches to the antenna
which is receiving less noise.
Radio operation
Pushthe FM/AM button to listen to the radio
and tune in the desired station.
Pushing the FM/AM button while the com-pact disc is playing will turn off the com-
pact disc player and turn on the radio.
Turnthe ON.VOL knob to adjust the volume.
Clock set (Adjustment)
Depressing the ªCLOCKº and the ªº but-
tons together will set hours. Depressing the
ªCLOCKº and ª
º buttons together will set
minutes.
Clock operation
By pressing the ªCLOCKº button, you can
alternate the clock and the radio/cassette tape
options in the display.
Clock priority mode
In this mode the clock will be shown in the
display. If any radio or CD functions are acti-
vated, the radio or CD display will illuminate for
ten seconds then return to the clock mode.
After clock adjustment, the radio is in the
clock priority mode.
Selecting the desired band
Push the AM/FM button to change from AM to
FM reception.
The FM stereo indicator ªSTº will glow during
FM stereo reception. When the stereo broad-
cast signal is weak, the radio will automatically
change from stereo to monaural reception.
Tuning
Manual tuning
Push either side of the manual tuning button
ª
º.
SCAN tuning
Push the SEEK/SCAN tuning button ª
º
for more than 1.5 seconds. SCAN tuning be-
gins from low to high frequencies and stops at
each broadcasting station for five seconds.
Pushing the button again during this five sec-
ond period will stop SCAN tuning and the radio
will remain tuned to that station.
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10 Index
A
Adjustable shock absorber control (If so
equipped) ........................................................ 1-31
Air bag (See ªSupplemental restraint systemº)
Air bag warning light (See ªSupplemental air bag
warning lightº or ªWarningº)
Air cleaner filter ............................................... 7-16
Air conditioner
Air conditioner operation ...................... 3-5, 3-9
Air conditioner specification label.............. 9-15
Heater and air conditioner........................... 3-3
Semiautomatic air conditioner ..................... 3-7
Air conditioning system refrigerant and lubricant
recommendations ............................................. 9-9
Air flow charts ................................................. 3-11
AM-FM radio with cassette player .................. 3-15
AM-FM radio with compact disc player .......... 3-20
Anti-lock brake system ................................... 4-24
Automatic
Automatic transmission fluid ....................... 7-9
Driving with automatic transmission............ 4-6
Semiautomatic air conditioner ..................... 3-7
Avoiding collision and rollover .......................... 4-4
B
Back door locks ................................................ 2-8
Battery............................................................. 7-13Battery replacement.......................................... 2-6
Before starting the engine ................................ 4-6
Belt hook ......................................................... 2-28
Brake
Anti-lock brake system .............................. 4-24
Brake and clutch fluid................................ 7-11
Brake booster ............................................ 7-20
Brake pedal ............................................... 7-19
Brake wear indicators ...................... 1-12, 7-19
Parking brake ................................... 4-12, 7-18
Break-in schedule ........................................... 4-15
C
Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants... 9-2
CB radio or car phone .................................... 3-24
Center and side vent ........................................ 3-2
Changing
Changing engine coolant ............................ 7-5
Changing engine oil .................................... 7-8
Changing oil filter ........................................ 7-9
Checking coolant level ...................................... 7-4
Checking engine oil level .................................. 7-7
Child restraints for infants and small children .... 2-
30
Child safety ..................................................... 2-24
Child safety rear door lock................................ 2-3
Cigarette lighter and ash trays ....................... 1-21
Cleaning exterior and interior ........................... 6-2
Clearing the programming information ........... 1-33Clock ................................................................. 1-8
Clutch housing................................... 7-30
Clutch pedal .................................................... 7-20
Coin tray ......................................................... 1-22
Cold weather driving cautions ........................ 4-25
Compact disc player operation ....................... 3-22
Compass and outside temperature
display ............................................................... 1-5
Console box .................................................... 1-24
Coolant
Changing engine coolant ............................ 7-5
Checking coolant level ................................ 7-4
Engine coolant temperature gauge ............. 1-4
Corrosion protection ....................................... 4-27
Cruise control.................................................. 4-13
Cup holder ...................................................... 1-23
D
Defogger switch
Rear window defogger switch ................... 1-18
Dimensions and weights ................................. 9-12
Door locks ......................................................... 2-2
Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving ................... 4-4
Drive belts ....................................................... 7-14
Driving
Cold weather driving cautions ................... 4-25
Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving .............. 4-4
Driving safety precautions ......................... 4-20
Driving with automatic transmission............ 4-6
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Warning/indicator light and buzzer.............. 1-9
Lock
Anti-lock brake system .............................. 4-24
Back door locks ........................................... 2-8
Child safety rear door lock .......................... 2-3
Clock............................................................ 1-8
Door locks ................................................... 2-2
Fuel filler lid lock ....................................... 2-10
Glove box lock........................................... 2-10
Power door lock .......................................... 2-3
Rear window locks ...................................... 2-8
Luggage board and box ................................. 1-25
Luggage hooks ............................................... 2-40
Luggage net .................................................... 2-39
Luggage rack .................................................. 2-41
Luggage side finisher hook ............................ 2-39
M
Maintenance
Explanation of maintenance items ............ 8-10
General maintenance .................................. 8-2
Periodic maintenance .................................. 8-5
Seat belt maintenance .............................. 2-30
Manual antenna .............................................. 3-24
Meters and gauges ........................................... 1-3
Mirror
Inside mirror .............................................. 2-38
Outside mirror control................................ 2-37
Outside mirror defogger (If so
equipped)................................................... 1-18
Outside mirrors .......................................... 2-38
Vanity mirror light ...................................... 1-30Multi-remote control system (If so equipped) ... 2-4
O
Oil
Changing engine oil .................................... 7-8
Changing oil filter ........................................ 7-9
Checking engine oil level ............................ 7-7
Engine oil..................................................... 7-7
Engine oil and oil filter
recommendation .......................................... 9-6
On-pavement and off-road driving precautions .. 4-
3
Operating the transmitter ................................ 1-33
Outside mirror control ..................................... 2-37
Outside mirror defogger (If so equipped) ....... 1-18
Outside mirrors ............................................... 2-38
Overheat
If your vehicle overheats ............................. 5-9
P
Parking ............................................................ 4-22
Parking brake ................................... 4-12, 7-18
Periodic maintenance ....................................... 8-5
Power
Power antenna (If so equipped)................ 3-24
Power door lock .......................................... 2-3
Power socket ............................................. 1-22
Power steering fluid................................... 7-11
Power support seat ................................... 2-13
Power window ........................................... 1-26
Precautions ....................................................... 7-2
Driving safety precautions ......................... 4-20On-pavement and off-road driving
precautions .................................................. 4-3
Precautions on seat belt usage ................ 2-24
Precautions when driving .......................... 4-23
Precautions when starting and driving ........ 4-2
Programming problem diagnosis .................... 1-33
Programming the HomeLink
TM
transmitter ....................................................... 1-32
Protecting against corrosion ............................. 6-5
Push starting ..................................................... 5-8
R
Radio............................................................... 3-14
AM-FM radio with cassette player ............ 3-15
AM-FM radio with compact disc
player ......................................................... 3-20
CB radio or car phone............................... 3-24
Rear seats ...................................................... 2-15
Rear window defogger switch......................... 1-18
Rear window locks ............................................ 2-8
Rear window wiper and washer switch .......... 1-17
Recommended sae viscosity number............... 9-8
Refrigerant recommendation ............................ 9-9
Reporting safety defects (U.S.A.) ................... 9-21
S
Safety
Child safety................................................ 2-24
Child safety rear door lock .......................... 2-3
Driving safety precautions ......................... 4-20
Reporting safety defects (U.S.A.) ............. 9-21
Seat adjustment .............................................. 2-12
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