1999 NISSAN PATHFINDER ignition

2. Open the engine hood.
3. Remove the fuse box cover.
4. Remove the fuse with the fuse puller.
5. If the fuse is open, replace it with a new
fuse.
6. If a new fuse opens again, have the elec-
trical system checked and repaired by your
NISSAN dealer.Fusible linksIf any electrical equipment does not operate
and fuses are in good condition, check the
fusible links. If any of these fusible links are
melted, replace only with genuine NISSAN
parts.
PASSENGER COMPARTMENTNever use a fuse of higher amperage
rating than that specified on the fuse
box cover. This could damage the elec-
trical system or cause a fire.If any electrical equipment does not operate,
check for an open fuse.
1. Be sure the ignition key and the headlight
switch are OFF.2. Pull to open the fuse box cover/coin tray.
3. Pull the fuse box cover/coin tray horizon-
tally to remove it.
4. Remove the fuse with the fuse puller.
5. If the fuse is open, replace it with a new
fuse.
6. If a new fuse opens again, have the elec-
trical system checked and repaired by your
NISSAN dealer.
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eastern Nevada, southern Idaho, western
South Dakota, western Nebraska, and that
part of Texas which is directly south of New
Mexico.
Using unleaded gasoline with an octane
rating lower than stated above can cause
persistent, heavy spark knock. (Spark
knock is a metallic rapping noise.) If se-
vere, this can lead to engine damage. If you
detect a persistent heavy spark knock even
when using gasoline of the stated octane
rating, or if you hear steady spark knock
while holding a steady speed on level
roads, have your dealer correct the condi-
tion. Failure to correct the condition is
misuse of the vehicle, for which NISSAN is
not responsible.
Incorrect ignition timing will result in knocking,
after-run or overheating. This in turn may
cause excessive fuel consumption or damage
to the engine. If any of the above symptoms
are encountered, have your vehicle checked at
a NISSAN dealer or other competent service
facility.
However, now and then you may notice
light spark knock for a short time while
accelerating or driving up hills. This is no
cause for concern, because you get thegreatest fuel benefit when there is light
spark knock for a short time.
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ENGINE
Model VG33E
Type Gasoline, 4-cycle
Cylinder arrangement 6-cylinder, V-slanted at 60É
Bore´Stroke in (mm) 3.602´3.268 (91.5´83.0)
Displacement
cu in (cm
3)199.84 (3,275)
Firing order 1-2-3-4-5-6*1
Idle speed rpm
See the ªEmission control
labelº on the underside of the
hood. Ignition timing (BTDC)
degree/rpm
CO percentage at idle speed
[No air] %
Spark plug FR4AP-10 (Hot)
FR5AP-10 (Standard)
FR6AP-10 (Cold)
Spark plug gap in (mm) 0.039 (1.0)
Camshaft operation Timing belt*2
Alternator belt size
Width´Length
in (mm)0.8409´41.93 (21.36´1,065)
*2: Periodic maintenance is necessary. See ªPeriodic maintenanceº in the ª9.
Maintenanceº section for maintenance intervals.
The spark ignition system of this vehicle meets all requirements of
the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
TI0001-A
SPECIFICATIONS
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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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Remote keyless entry, (See multi-remote control
system) ............................................................. 3-5
Reporting safety defects (USA only) ............ 10-19
Rollover ............................................................. 5-4
SSafety
Child seat belts.......................................... 1-24
Infiniti Communicator operating ................ 2-42
Reporting safety defects (USA only)....... 10-19
Towing safety .......................................... 10-17
Seat adjustment
Front manual seat adjustment .................... 1-2
Rear seat adjustment .................................. 1-6
Seat belt extenders......................................... 1-30
Seat belt hook................................................. 1-28
Seat belt maintenance .................................... 1-30
Seat belt warning light .................................... 1-22
Seat belt warning light and chime .................. 2-10
Seat belt(s)
Child safety................................................ 1-24
Infants and small children ......................... 1-24
Injured persons.......................................... 1-25
Larger children .......................................... 1-24
Precautions on seat belt usage ................ 1-23
Pregnant women ....................................... 1-24
Seat belt cleaning........................................ 7-4
Seat belts .................................................. 1-22
Three-point type with retractor .................. 1-25
Two-point type without retractor (rear center
lap belt)...................................................... 1-28
Seat(s)
Heated seats ............................................. 2-23Seats ........................................................... 1-2
Security system (See theft warning)............... 2-14
Servicing air conditioner................... 4-3, 4-9, 4-11
Shifting, Manual transmission ......................... 5-13
Shoulder belt height adjustment, For front
seats ............................................................... 1-27
Side air bag system (See supplemental side air
bag system) .................................................... 1-10
Spark plugs ..................................................... 8-15
Speedometer .................................................... 2-3
Spot lights ....................................................... 2-35
Starting
Before starting the engine ........................... 5-8
Jump starting ............................................... 6-8
Precautions when starting and driving ........ 5-2
Push starting ............................................. 6-10
Starting the engine ...................................... 5-8
Steering
Power steering fluid................................... 8-11
Power steering system .............................. 5-24
Tilting steering wheel ................................ 3-14
Storage ........................................................... 2-25
Sun shade....................................................... 2-35
Sun visors ....................................................... 3-14
Sunroof, Automatic sunroof ............................ 2-34
Supplemental air bag system ......................... 1-16
Supplemental air bag warning labels ............. 1-20
Supplemental air bag warning light ....... 1-20, 2-10
Supplemental restraint system ....................... 1-10
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system ....................................................... 1-10
Supplemental side air bag system ................. 1-10
Switch
Fog light switch ......................................... 2-22Glass hatch and outside mirror defogger
switch......................................................... 2-18
Hazard warning flasher switch .................. 2-22
Headlight switch ........................................ 2-18
Ignition switch .............................................. 5-6
Ignition switch automatic transmission
models ......................................................... 5-7
Ignition switch manual transmission
models ......................................................... 5-6
Overdrive switch ........................................ 5-12
Turn signal switch ..................................... 2-21
T
Tachometer ....................................................... 2-4
Temperature display ......................................... 2-6
Temperature gauge, Engine coolant temperature
gauge ................................................................ 2-4
Three way catalyst ............................................ 5-3
Tilting steering wheel ...................................... 3-14
Tire
Flat tire ........................................................ 6-2
Tire chains ................................................. 8-28
Tire placard ............................................. 10-13
Tire pressure ............................................. 8-26
Tire rotation ............................................... 8-28
Type of tires .............................................. 8-27
wheel/tire size.......................................... 10-10
Wheels and tires ....................................... 8-26
Top tether strap child restraints ...................... 1-40
Towing
Tow truck towing ....................................... 6-11
Towing a trailer........................................ 10-15
Towing load/specification chart ............... 10-15
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