1997 NISSAN PATHFINDER window

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 ............................................................ 2-16
Supplemental restraint system
(Supplemental air bag system) ............................ 2-19Warning labels ...................................................... 2-25
Supplemental air bag warning light ..................... 2-25
Seat belts ............................................................. 2-27
Child restraints for infants and
small children ....................................................... 2-34
Tilting steering wheel ........................................... 2-41
Sunvisors ............................................................... 2-42
Outside mirror control .......................................... 2-42
Outside mirrors .................................................... 2-43
Inside mirror ......................................................... 2-44
Luggage net .......................................................... 2-44
Luggage hooks........................................................ 2-45
Luggage rack ........................................................ 2-46
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1. Turn the key counterclockwise to unlock the
back door.
2. Pull the opener handle to open the back
door.
3. To lock the back door, push it down firmly
and turn the key clockwise.
IAlways check the back door has been
closed securely to prevent it from
opening while driving.
IDo not drive with the back door open.This could allow dangerous exhaust
gases to be drawn into the vehicle.
See ªExhaust gasº in the ªStarting
and drivingº section.
To open the rear window, turn the key fully
clockwise and pull the opener handle. To
close, lower and push the rear window down
securely.
Do not drive with the rear window open.
This could allow dangerous exhaust
gases to be drawn into the vehicle. See
ªExhaust gasº in the ªStarting and driv-
ingº section.
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BACK DOOR LOCKS REAR WINDOW LOCKS
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Do not open the rear window unless the
wiper is in the stowed position.
1. Pull the hood lock release handle located
below the instrument panel; the hood will
then spring up slightly.
2. Raise the lever at the front of the hood with
your fingertips and raise the hood.3. Insert the assist bar into the slot in the front
edge of the hood.
4. When closing the hood, reset the assist bar
to its original position, then slowly close the
hood and make sure it locks into place.
IMake sure the hood is completely
closed and latched before driving.
Failure to do so could cause the hood
to fly open and result in an accident.
IIf you see steam or smoke coming
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HOOD RELEASE
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IThe air conditioner cooling function
operates only when the engine is run-
ning.
IDo not leave children, unreliable
adults, or pets alone in your vehicle.
On hot, sunny days, temperatures in
a closed vehicle could quickly be-
come high enough to cause severe or
possibly fatal injuries to people or
animals.IDo not use the recirculation mode for
long periods as it may cause the
interior air to become stale and the
windows to fog up.
IPositioning of the heating or air con-
ditioning controls should not be done
while driving, in order that full atten-
tion may be given to the driving
operation.
CONTROLS
Fan control dial
This dial turns the fan on and off, and controls
fan speed.
Air flow 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.
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HEATER AND AIR CONDITIONER
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Air recirculation button
OFF position
Outside air is drawn into the passenger com-
partment.
Use the off position for normal heater, or air
conditioner operation.
ON position (Indicator light ON)
Interior air is recirculated inside the vehicle.
Push the air recirculation button to the ªONº
position when driving on a dusty road or to
avoid traffic fumes.
Air conditioner button
This button is provided only for vehicles with
air conditioner.
Start the engine, move the fan control dial to
the desired (1 to 4) position and push the air
conditioner button to turn on the air condi-
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.
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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5. 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 will
allow the air conditioner to cool the interior
more quickly.
IThe air conditioning system should be
operated for about ten minutes at least
once a month. This helps prevent dam-
age to the system due to lack of lubrica-
tion.
IIf the coolant temperature gauge exceeds
the HOT position, turn the air conditioner
off. See ªIf your vehicle overheatsº in the ªIn
case of emergencyº section for additional
information.
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IThe air conditioner cooling function
operates only when the engine is run-
ning.
IDo not leave children, unreliable
adults, or pets alone in your vehicle.
On hot, sunny days, temperatures in
a closed vehicle could quickly be-
come high enough to cause severe or
possibly fatal injuries to people or
animals.IDo not use the recirculation mode for
long periods as it may cause the
interior air to become stale and the
windows to fog up.
IPositioning of the heating or air con-
ditioning controls should not be done
while driving, in order that full atten-
tion may be given to the driving
operation.
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 flow 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.
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SEMIAUTOMATIC AIR
CONDITIONER
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