1999 NISSAN PATHFINDER warning

Check the fluid level.
The fluid level should be checked using the
HOT range on the dipstick at fluid tempera-
tures of 122 to 176ÉF (50 to 80ÉC) or using the
COLD range on the dipstick at fluid tempera-
tures of 32 to 86ÉF (0 to 30ÉC).IDo not overfill.
IRecommended fluid is Genuine
Nissan PSF II or equivalent.
BRAKE FLUIDCheck the fluid level in the reservoir. If the fluid
level is below the MIN. line or the brake
warning light comes on, add DOT 3 fluid up to
the MAX. line.
If fluid is added frequently, the system should
be thoroughly checked by your NISSAN
dealer.Use only new fluid. Old, inferior or con-
taminated fluid may damage the brakeand clutch systems. The use of im-
proper fluids can damage the brake sys-
tem and affect the vehicle's stopping
ability.
Do not spill the fluid on any painted
surfaces. This will damage the paint. If
fluid is spilled, wash with water.
DI0187M
SDI0847
POWER STEERING FLUID BRAKE AND CLUTCH FLUID
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CLUTCH FLUIDCheck the fluid level in the reservoir. If the fluid
level is below the MIN. line or the brake
warning light comes on, add DOT 3 fluid up to
the MAX. line.
If fluid is added frequently, the system should
be thoroughly checked by your NISSAN
dealer.Use only new fluid. Old, inferior or con-
taminated fluid may damage the brakeand clutch systems. The use of im-
proper fluids can damage the brake sys-
tem and affect the vehicle's stopping
ability.
Do not spill the fluid on any painted
surfaces. This will damage the paint. If
fluid is spilled, wash with water.
WINDOW WASHER FLUID
RESERVOIR
For USTo check the fluid level, use your finger to plug
the center hole of the cap/tube assembly (as
shown above), then remove it from the tank. If
there is no fluid in the tube, add fluid. Add a
washer solvent to the water for better cleaning.
In the winter season, add a windshield washer
anti-freeze. Follow the manufacturer's instruc-
tions for the mixture ratio.
SDI0844
SDI0423A
WINDOW WASHER FLUID
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For CANADAAdd fluid when the low washer fluid warning
light comes on. Add a washer solvent to the
water for better cleaning. In the winter season,
add a windshield washer anti-freeze. Follow
the manufacturer's instructions for the mixture
ratio.Do not substitute engine anti-freeze
coolant for window washer solution.
This may result in damage to the paint.
Anti-freeze is poisonous and should be
stored carefully marked containers out
of the reach of children.
IKeep the battery surface clean and dry. Any
corrosion should be washed off with a
solution of baking soda and water.
IMake certain the terminal connections are
clean and securely tightened.
IIf the vehicle is not to be used for 30 days or
longer, disconnect the (Ð) negative battery
terminal cable to prevent discharge.IDo not expose the battery to flames
or electrical sparks. Hydrogen gas
generated by battery action is explo-
sive. Do not allow battery fluid to
contact your skin, eyes, fabrics, or
painted surfaces. After touching a
battery or battery cap, do not touch or
rub your eyes. Thoroughly wash your
hands. If the acid contacts your eyes,
skin or clothing, immediately flush
with water for at least 15 minutes and
seek medical attention.
IWhen working on or near a battery,
always wear suitable eye protection
and remove all jewelry.
IKeep the battery out of the reach of
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BATTERY
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Wheel nuts*:
When checking the tires, make sure no nuts
are missing, and check for any loose nuts.
Tighten if necessary.
Tire rotation*:
Tires should be rotated every 7,500 miles
(12,000 km) for 2WD vehicles and 3,750 miles
(6,000 km) for 4WD vehicles. However, the
timing for tire rotation may vary according to
your driving habits and road surface condi-
tions.
Wheel alignment and balance:
If the vehicle should pull to either side while
driving on a straight and level road, or if you
detect uneven or abnormal tire wear, there
may be a need for wheel alignment.
If the steering wheel or seat vibrates at normal
highway speeds, wheel balancing may be
needed.
Windshield wiper blades*:
Check for cracks or wear if they do not wipe
properly.
Doors and engine hood:
Check that all doors and the engine hood,
operate properly. Also ensure that all latches
lock securely. Lubricate hinges, latches, rollersand links if necessary. Make sure that the
secondary latch keeps the hood from opening
when the primary latch is released.
When driving in areas using road salt or other
corrosive materials, check lubrication fre-
quently.
Inside the vehicleLights*:
Make sure that the headlights, stop lights, tail
lights, turn signal lights, and other lights are all
operating properly and installed securely. Also
check headlight aim.INTERIOR MAINTENANCEThe maintenance items listed here should be
checked on a regular basis, such as when
performing periodic maintenance, cleaning the
vehicle, etc.
Warning lights and chimes:
Make sure that all warning lights and chimes
are operating properly.
Windshield wiper and washer*:
Check that the wipers and washer operate
properly and that the wipers do not streak.Windshield defroster:
Check that the air comes out of the defroster
outlets properly and in sufficient quantity when
operating the heater or air conditioner.
Steering wheel:
Check for changes in the steering conditions,
such as excessive freeplay, hard steering or
strange noises.
Seats:
Check seat position controls such as seat
adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. to ensure
they operate smoothly and that all latches lock
securely in every position. Check that the head
restraints move up and down smoothly and
that the locks (if so equipped) hold securely in
all latched positions.
Seat belts:
Check that all parts of the seat belt system
(e.g. buckles, anchors, adjusters and retrac-
tors) operate properly and smoothly, and are
installed securely. Check the belt webbing for
cuts, fraying, wear or damage.
Accelerator pedal:
Check the pedal for smooth operation and
make sure the pedal does not catch or require
Maintenance
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11 Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock brake system) ......................... 5-25
Air bag
Warning labels........................................... 1-20
Warning light .................................... 1-20, 2-10
Air bag system (See supplemental restraint
system) ........................................................... 1-16
Air bag system, side (See supplemental side air
bag system) .................................................... 1-10
Air cleaner housing filter ................................. 8-16
Air conditioner
Air conditioner operation ...................... 4-3, 4-9
Air conditioner service ................ 4-3, 4-9, 4-11
Air conditioner specification
label .......................................... 4-3, 4-9, 10-13
Air conditioner system refrigerant and
lubrication recommendations ............... 4-3, 4-9
Heater and air conditioner (automatic) (if so
equipped)..................................................... 4-9
Heater and air conditioner controls ............. 4-3
Servicing air conditioner .............................. 4-3
Air conditioning system refrigerant and lubricant
recommendations ........................................... 10-8
Air flow charts ............................................ 4-6, 4-9
Alcohol drugs and driving ................................. 5-4
AM-FM radio with cassette player .................. 4-12
AM-FM radio with cassette player and compact
disc player....................................................... 4-12
AM-FM radio with compact disc player .......... 4-12Anchor point locations
Top tether strap ......................................... 1-40
Antenna
Manual ....................................................... 4-25
Power ........................................................ 4-25
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ........................ 5-25
Anti-lock brake warning light........................... 2-11
Appearance care
Exterior appearance care ............................ 7-2
Interior appearance care ............................. 7-3
Armrest ............................................................. 1-9
Ashtray (See cigarette lighter and ashtray) .... 2-25
Audio system .................................................. 4-12
Automatic
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ............. 8-9
Sunroof ...................................................... 2-34
Avoiding collision and rollover .......................... 5-4
B
Battery............................................................. 8-13
Battery replacement, (See multi-remote control
system) ............................................................. 3-8
Before starting the engine ................................ 5-8
Belts (See drive belts) .................................... 8-14
Brake
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ................... 5-25
Brake and clutch fluid................................ 8-11
Brake booster ............................................ 8-19
Brake fluid ................................................. 8-11Brake pedal ............................................... 8-18
Brake pedal check..................................... 8-19
Parking brake check ........................ 5-15, 8-18
Parking brake operation ............................ 5-15
System....................................................... 5-25
Warning light ............................................. 2-11
Break-in schedule ........................................... 5-18
Bulb check/instrument panel ............................ 2-9
Bulb replacement ............................................ 8-22
C
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................................................. 10-2
Car phone ....................................................... 4-26
Cassette player (See audio system) .............. 4-16
Cassette tape operation ................................. 4-12
Catalytic converter, Three way catalyst............ 5-3
CB radio or car phone .................................... 4-26
Cellular phone
Steering switch .......................................... 2-50
Switch operation ........................................ 2-51
Child restraints ................................................ 1-31
Installation on front passenger seat .......... 1-41
Installation on rear seat outboard
positions .................................................... 1-35
Installation on rear seat center position .... 1-32
Precautions on child restraints .................. 1-31
Top tether strap anchor point locations .... 1-40
With top tether strap.................................. 1-40
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Child safety ..................................................... 1-24
Child safety rear door lock................................ 3-4
Chimes ............................................................ 2-14
Cigarette lighter (accessory) and ashtray....... 2-25
Circuit breaker, Fusible link ............................ 8-21
Cleaning exterior and interior ........................... 7-3
Clutch
Clutch pedal .............................................. 8-20
Fluid ........................................................... 8-11
Cold weather driving ....................................... 5-27
Compact Disc (CD) player (See audio
system) ........................................................... 4-23
Compact disc (CD) player operation .............. 4-12
Compass display .............................................. 2-7
Console box .................................................... 2-28
Controls
Audio controls............................................ 4-12
Audio controls (rear).................................. 4-12
Audio controls (steering wheel)................. 4-12
Heater and air conditioner controls ............. 4-3
Heater and air conditioner controls
(automatic)................................................... 4-9
Coolant
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ................................................... 10-2
Changing engine coolant ............................ 8-5
Checking engine coolant level .................... 8-4
Corrosion protection ......................................... 7-4
Cruise control.................................................. 5-16
Cup holders .................................................... 2-26
DDaytime running light system ......................... 2-20Defogger switch, Glass hatch and outside mirror
defogger switch............................................... 2-18
Dimensions and weights ............................... 10-10
Door ajar warning light.................................... 2-10
Drive belts ....................................................... 8-14
Driving
Cold weather driving ................................. 5-27
Driving with manual transmission ............. 5-13
On-pavement and offroad driving ............... 5-3
Precautions when starting and driving ........ 5-2
E
Economy, Fuel ................................................ 5-19
Emission control information label ................ 10-12
Emission control system warranty ................ 10-18
Engine
Before starting the engine ........................... 5-8
Block heater .............................................. 5-28
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ................................................... 10-2
Changing engine coolant ............................ 8-5
Changing engine oil .................................... 8-8
Changing engine oil filter ............................ 8-9
Checking engine coolant ............................. 8-4
Checking engine oil level ............................ 8-7
Coolant temperature gauge ........................ 2-4
Engine compartment check locations ......... 8-3
Engine cooling system ................................ 8-4
Engine oil..................................................... 8-7
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation... 10-6
Engine oil viscosity .................................... 10-6
Engine serial number .............................. 10-12
Engine specifications................................. 10-9If your engine overheats ........................... 6-10
Starting the engine ...................................... 5-8
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) ...................... 5-2
F
F.M.V.S.S. certification label......................... 10-12
Filter, Air cleaner housing filter ....................... 8-16
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher
switch) ............................................................. 2-22
Flat tire .............................................................. 6-2
Floor mat cleaning ............................................ 7-4
Fluid
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ............. 8-9
Brake and clutch fluid................................ 8-11
Brake fluid ................................................. 8-11
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ................................................... 10-2
Engine coolant............................................. 8-4
Engine oil..................................................... 8-7
Power steering fluid................................... 8-11
Window washer fluid ................................. 8-12
Fog light switch ............................................... 2-22
Four wheel drive (4WD).................................. 5-19
Front manual seat adjustment .......................... 1-2
Fuel
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ................................................... 10-2
Filler cap .................................................... 3-13
Filler lid ...................................................... 3-12
Filler lid and cap ........................................ 3-12
Filler lid opener lever................................. 3-12
Fuel economy ............................................ 5-19
Fuel octane rating ..................................... 10-4
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Fuel recommendation................................ 10-4
Gauge .......................................................... 2-5
Fuses .............................................................. 8-20
Fusible links .................................................... 8-21
G
Garage door opener, Integrated HomeLinkUniversal Transceiver ..................................... 2-37
Gas cap .......................................................... 3-12
Gauge ............................................................... 2-3
Engine coolant temperature gauge ............. 2-4
Fuel gauge .................................................. 2-5
Odometer..................................................... 2-3
Speedometer ............................................... 2-3
Tachometer ................................................. 2-4
General maintenance ....................................... 9-2
Glass hatch lock ............................................. 3-11
Glass hatch and outside mirror defogger
switch .............................................................. 2-18
Glasses case .................................................. 2-26
Glove box........................................................ 2-27
Glove box lock ................................................ 2-27
HHazard warning flasher switch........................ 2-22
Head restraints ................................................. 1-9
Headlamps, (Bulb replacement) ..................... 8-23
Headlight switch .............................................. 2-18
Headlights, (Bulb replacement) ...................... 8-23
Heated seats................................................... 2-23
Heater
Engine coolant heater ............................... 5-28Heater and air conditioner (automatic) (if so
equipped)..................................................... 4-9
Heater and air conditioner controls ............. 4-3
Heater operation.......................................... 4-3
HomeLink
, Universal Transceiver
HomeLink
Universal Transceiver ............ 2-37
Hood, release ................................................... 3-9
Hook, Luggage hook ...................................... 2-29
Horn ................................................................ 2-23
How to stop alarm, Theft warning .................. 2-16
I
Ignition switch ................................................... 5-6
Automatic transmission models .................. 5-7
Immobiliser system.................................... 2-16
Key positions ............................................... 5-7
Manual transmission models....................... 5-6
Indicator lights and chimes (See warning/indicator
lights and chimes) ........................................... 2-12
Infiniti Communicator, False activation ........... 2-50
Infiniti Communicator, Password .................... 2-50
Infiniti Communicator, Quick summary ........... 2-42
Infiniti Communicator, Safe operating
recommendation ............................................. 2-42
Infiniti Communicator, System description ..... 2-44
Infiniti Communicator, System function .......... 2-43
Infiniti Communicator, System limitation......... 2-48
Inside mirror .................................................... 3-15
Inspection/maintenance (I/M) test................. 10-19
Instrument panel ............................................... 2-2
Interior lights ................................................... 2-35J
Jump starting .................................................... 6-8
KKeyless entry, (See multi-remote control
system) ............................................................. 3-5
Keys .................................................................. 3-2
LLabel, Air conditioner specification label ...... 10-13
Label, Emission control information label ..... 10-12
Label, F.M.V.S.S. certification label.............. 10-12
Labels
Air bag warning labels............................... 1-20
Air conditioner specification label ........ 4-3, 4-9
Engine serial number .............................. 10-12
Vehicle identification number (VIN)......... 10-11
Lamp replacement .......................................... 8-22
Light
Air bag warning light ................................. 1-20
Bulb replacement ...................................... 8-22
Fog light switch ......................................... 2-22
Headlamps (Bulb replacement)................. 8-23
Headlight switch ........................................ 2-18
Headlights (Bulb replacement) .................. 8-23
Interior lights .............................................. 2-35
Personal lights ........................................... 2-36
Personal spot lights ................................... 2-35
Vanity mirror light ...................................... 2-37
Warning/indicator lights and
chimes ................................................ 2-9, 2-12
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Loading information (See vehicle loading
information) ................................................... 10-13
Lock
Door locks ................................................... 3-2
Glass hatch lock ........................................ 3-11
Glove box lock........................................... 2-27
Power door lock .......................................... 3-2
Rear door opener ...................................... 3-10
Luggage hooks ............................................... 2-29
Luggage rack .................................................. 2-32
MMaintenance
Battery ....................................................... 8-13
General maintenance .................................. 9-2
Inside the vehicle ........................................ 9-2
Maintenance precautions ............................ 8-2
Outside the vehicle...................................... 9-2
Periodic maintenance schedules ................ 9-5
Seat belt maintenance .............................. 1-30
Under the hood and vehicle ........................ 9-4
Manual antenna .............................................. 4-25
Manual front seat adjustment ........................... 1-2
Map lights ....................................................... 2-35
Meters and gauges ........................................... 2-3
Mirror
Inside mirror .............................................. 3-15
Outside mirror control................................ 3-15
Outside mirrors .......................................... 3-15
Multi-remote control system.............................. 3-5N
New vehicle break-in ...................................... 5-18
OOdometer .......................................................... 2-3
Oil
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ................................................... 10-2
Changing engine oil .................................... 8-8
Changing engine oil filter ............................ 8-9
Checking engine oil level ............................ 8-7
Engine oil..................................................... 8-7
Engine oil viscosity .................................... 10-6
Outside mirror control ..................................... 3-15
Outside mirror defogger .................................. 2-18
Outside mirrors ............................................... 3-15
Outside temperature display ............................. 2-6
Overdrive switch ............................................. 5-12
Overheat, If your vehicle overheats................ 6-10
PParking
Brake check............................................... 8-18
Parking brake check.................................. 5-15
Parking brake operation ............................ 5-15
Parking/parking on hills ............................. 5-15
Warning light/indicator lights and chimes ... 2-9
Parking/parking on hills .................................. 5-23
Password, Infiniti Communicator .................... 2-50
Periodic maintenance schedules ...................... 9-5
Personal lights ................................................ 2-36Power
Power antenna .......................................... 4-25
Power door lock .......................................... 3-2
Power steering fluid................................... 8-11
Power steering system .............................. 5-24
Socket........................................................ 2-24
Precautions
Cruise control precautions ........................ 5-16
Maintenance precautions ............................ 8-2
On child restraints ..................................... 1-31
On seat belt usage .................................... 1-23
On supplemental restraint system ............ 1-10
On-pavement and offroad driving
precautions .................................................. 5-3
Precautions when starting and driving ........ 5-2
Pre-tensioner seat belt system ....................... 1-18
Push starting ................................................... 6-10
R
Rack, Luggage rack ........................................ 2-32
Radio, CB radio or car phone......................... 4-26
Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M) test
(USA only) .................................................... 10-19
Rear door ........................................................ 3-10
Rear door lock ................................................ 3-10
Child safety rear door lock .......................... 3-4
Rear door opener ........................................... 3-10
Rear power point ............................................ 2-24
Rear seat adjustment ....................................... 1-6
Rear window wiper and washer switch .......... 2-17
Registering your vehicle in another
country .......................................................... 10-11
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