1997 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 SEATS (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.
The 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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ITake care as the socket and plug may
be hot during or immediately after
use.
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. (If the engine is
stopped, this could result in a dis-
charged battery.)
IAvoid using when the air conditioner,
headlights or rear window defogger
is on.
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.
IWhen not in use, be sure to close the
cap. Do not allow water to contact the
socket.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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The cup holders should not be used
while driving in order that full attention
may be given to the driving operation.
IAvoid abrupt starting and braking
when the cup holder is being used to
prevent spilling the drink. If the liquidis hot, it can scald you or your pas-
senger.
IUse only soft cups in the cup holder.
Hard objects can injure you in an
accident.
To open, push the cup holder.
To close, fully push the cup holder.
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CUP HOLDER
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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.
IDo not use for anything other than
glasses.
IDo not leave glasses in the glasses
case while parking in direct sunlight.
The heat may damage the glasses.
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GLASSES CASE CONSOLE BOX
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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.
Keep luggage side console box lids
closed securely while driving to prevent
injury in an accident or sudden stop.
Do not place valuable items in the luggage
side console box.
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IMake sure the luggage board closes
securely.
IDo not drive with the board removed.IProperly secure all cargo to help pre-
vent it from sliding or shifting. Do not
place cargo higher than the seat-
backs. In a sudden stop or collision,
unsecured cargo could cause per-
sonal injury.
INever allow anyone to ride in the
luggage area or on the rear seat when
it is in the fold-down position.
IIt is extremely dangerous to ride in a
cargo area inside of a vehicle. In a
collision, people riding in these areas
are more likely to be seriously injured
or killed.
IDo not allow people to ride in any
area of your vehicle that is not
equipped with seats and seat belts.
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 sudden stop.
IDo not leave the tonneau cover in the
vehicle with it disengaged from the
holder.
IProperly secure all cargo to help pre-
vent it from sliding or shifting. Do not
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LUGGAGE BOARD AND BOX TONNEAU COVER
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place cargo higher than the seat-
backs. In a sudden stop or collision,
unsecured cargo could cause per-
sonal injury.
IMake sure that all passengers have
their hands, etc. inside the vehicle
before closing the windows. Use the
window lock switch to prevent unex-
pected use of the power windows.
IDo not leave children unattended in-
side the vehicle. They could unknow-
ingly activate switches or controls
and become trapped in a window.
Unattended children could becomeinvolved in serious accidents.
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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POWER WINDOW
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