1998 NISSAN PATHFINDER ABS

slope or long grade, reduce speed and down-
shift to a lower gear.IWhile driving on a slippery surface,
be careful when braking, accelerating
or downshifting. Abrupt braking or
accelerating could cause the wheels
to skid and result in an accident.
IIf the engine is not running or is
turned off while driving, the power
assist for the brakes will not work.
Braking will be harder.ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS)The anti-lock brake system controls the brakes
at each wheel so the wheels will not lock when
braking abruptly or when braking on slippery
surfaces. The system detects the rotation
speed at each wheel and varies the brake fluid
pressure to prevent each wheel from locking
and sliding. By preventing wheel lockup, the
system helps the driver maintain steering con-
trol and helps to minimize swerving and spin-
ning on slippery surfaces.
Using the systemDepress the brake pedal and hold it down.Do not pump the brake pedal. Doing so
may result in increased stopping
distances.Normal operationThe anti-lock brake system will not operate at
speeds below 3 to 6 MPH (5 to 10 km/h) to
completely stop the vehicle. (The speeds will
vary according to road conditions.) When the
anti-lock system senses that one or more
wheels are close to locking up, the actuator
(under the hood) rapidly applies and releases
hydraulic pressure (like pumping the brakes
very quickly). While the actuator is working,
you may feel a pulsation in the brake pedal
and hear a noise or vibration from the actuator
under the hood. This is normal and indicates
that the anti-lock system is working properly.
However, the pulsation may indicate that road
conditions are hazardous and extra care is
required while driving.
If a tire slips on rough roads for more than
10 seconds, the ABS brake warning lightmay come on. Turn OFF the ignition key,
restart the engine and drive the vehicle at
speeds above 20 MPH (30 km/h). If the
warning light does not go out, have the
vehicle checked at a NISSAN dealer.
Self-test featureThe anti-lock brake system consists of elec-
tronic sensors, electric pumps, and hydraulic
solenoids controlled by a computer. The com-
puter has a built-in diagnostic feature that tests
the system each time you start the engine and
move the vehicle at a low speed in forward or
reverse. When the self-test occurs, you may
hear a clunk noise and/or feel a pulsation in
the brake pedal. This is normal and is not an
indication of any malfunction. If the computer
senses any malfunction, it switches the anti-
lock brake system OFF and turns on the ABS
brake warning light in the dashboard. The
brake system will then behave normally, but
without anti-lock assistance.
If the light comes on during the self check, or
while you are driving, you should take your
vehicle to your NISSAN dealer for repair at
your earliest convenience.
Starting and driving
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11 Index
A
ABS ................................................................. 5-25
Adjusting the time ........................................... 2-33
Adjustment
Front manual seat ....................................... 1-2
Front power seat ......................................... 1-4
Head restraint .............................................. 1-8
Rear seat ..................................................... 1-5
Shoulder belt ............................................. 1-22
Air bag
System....................................................... 1-13
Warning label ............................................ 1-15
Warning light .................................... 1-15, 2-10
Air cleaner....................................................... 8-16
Air conditioner
Manual ......................................................... 4-3
Operation, Manual ....................................... 4-5
Operation, Semiautomatic ......................... 4-11
Semiautomatic ............................................. 4-9
Servicing .................................................... 4-13
Specification label ................................... 10-14
Air conditioning system refrigerant and
lubricant recommendations ............................. 10-8
Aluminum alloy wheels, Cleaning ..................... 7-3
Anchor point location, Top strap..................... 1-35
Antenna........................................................... 4-25
Anti-freeze, Cold weather ............................... 5-26
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ........................ 5-25Appearance care
Exterior ........................................................ 7-2
Interior ......................................................... 7-4
Armrest ............................................................. 1-8
Ashtray ............................................................ 2-22
Audio system .................................................. 4-14
Automatic
Sunroof, Operation .................................... 2-32
Transmission fluid ....................................... 8-9
Transmission, Driving .................................. 5-9
Avoiding collision and rollover .......................... 5-4
B
Back door.......................................................... 3-9
Battery
Cold weather ............................................. 5-26
Maintenance .............................................. 8-13
Replacement, Multi-remote control ............. 3-6
Before starting the engine ................................ 5-8
Belt
Drive .......................................................... 8-14
Extender, Seat........................................... 1-25
Height adjustment, Shoulder ..................... 1-22
Maintenance, Seat .................................... 1-25
Seat ........................................................... 1-17
Brake
Booster ...................................................... 8-19
Fluid ........................................................... 8-11Parking ...................................................... 5-15
Pedal ......................................................... 8-18
System....................................................... 5-24
Warning light ............................................. 2-10
Break-in schedule ........................................... 5-18
Bulb
Checking...................................................... 2-9
Indicator ..................................................... 2-12
Replacement ............................................. 8-22
Warning light ............................................... 2-9
Buzzer ............................................................. 2-13
C
Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricant .. 10-2
Car phone ....................................................... 4-26
Carbon monoxide, Exhaust gas ....................... 5-2
Cassette tape player operation....................... 4-16
Cassette tape player operation, with
compact disc (CD) player type ....................... 4-22
Catalytic converter, Three way catalyst............ 5-3
CB radio or car phone .................................... 4-26
Certification label, F.M.V.S.S. ....................... 10-13
Chain, Tire ...................................................... 8-27
Changing
A flat tire ...................................................... 6-2
Engine coolant............................................. 8-5
Engine oil..................................................... 8-8
Engine oil filter............................................. 8-9
Tire and wheel........................................... 8-28
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