2000 NISSAN PATHFINDER Owners Manual

TURN SIGNAL SWITCH
Turn signalMove the lever up or down to signal to the
turning direction. When the turn is completed,
the turn signals cancel automatically.
Lane change signalTo indicate a lane change, move the lever up
or down to the point where lights begin flash-
ing.
FRONT FOG LIGHT SWITCHTo turn the fog lights on, turn the headlight
switch to the
position, then turn the
switch to theposition. To turn them off,
turn the switch to the OFF position.
The headlights must be on for the fog lights to
operate.
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Push the switch on to warn other drivers when
you must stop or park under emergency con-
ditions. All turn signal lights will flash.
Some state laws may prohibit the use of the
hazard warning flasher switch while driv-
ing.
WARNING
IIf stopping for an emergency, be sure
to move the vehicle well off the road.
IDo not use the hazard warning flash-ers while moving on the highway un-
less unusual circumstances force
you to drive so slowly that your ve-
hicle might become a hazard to other
traffic.
ITurn signals do not work when the
hazard warning flasher lights are on.
The flasher can be actuated with the ignition
switch either off or on.
To sound the horn, push the center pad area of
the steering wheel.
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SWITCHHORN
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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
(Low) or
(High) po-
sition of the switch, as desired, depending
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.
CAUTION
IThe battery could run down if the seat
heater is operated while the engine is
not running.
IDo not use the seat heater for ex-
tended periods or when no one is
using the seat.
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 removed immediately with
a dry cloth.IWhen cleaning the seat, never use
gasoline, thinner, or any similar ma-
terials.
IIf any abnormalities are found or the
heating seat does not operate, turn
the switch off and have the system
checked by your NISSAN dealer.
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The power outlet is for powering electrical
accessories such as cellular telephones.
CAUTION
IUse caution as the outlet and plug
may be hot during or immediately
after use.
IThis power outlet is not designed for
use with a cigarette lighter unit.
IDo not use with accessories that ex-
ceed a 12 volt, 120W (10A) powerdraw. Do not use double adapters or
more than one electrical accessory.
IUse this power outlet with the engine
running. (If the engine is stopped,
this could result in a discharged bat-
tery.)
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.
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POWER OUTLET
CIGARETTE LIGHTER AND
ASHTRAY (Accessory)
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The cigarette lighter element is an accessory.
A genuine NISSAN cigarette lighter unit can be
purchased from your local NISSAN dealer.
The cigarette lighter operates when the igni-
tion switch is in ACC or ON.
Push the lighter in all the way. When the lighter
is heated, it will spring out.
Return the lighter to its original position after
use.
WARNING
The cigarette lighter should not be used
while driving in order that full attention
may be given to the driving operation.
CAUTION
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.
TRAY
WARNING
The storage 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.
GLASSES CASEThe glasses case can be opened by pushing
the button.
WARNING
The glasses case should not be used
while driving in order that full attention
may be given to the driving operation.
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CAUTION
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.
CUP HOLDERS
WARNING
The cup holders should not be used
while driving in order that full attention
may be given to the driving operation.
CAUTION
IAvoid abrupt starting and brakingwhen the cup holder is being used to
prevent spilling the drink. If the liquid
is 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.
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To open, push the cup holder.
To close, fully push the cup holder.
GLOVE BOXWhen locking or unlocking the glove box, use
the master key.
The glove box may be opened by the handle.
WARNING
Keep glove box lid closed while driving
to help prevent injury in an accident or
during a sudden stop.
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CONSOLE BOX
WARNING
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 sudden stop.
Do not place valuable items in the center
console box.
WARNING
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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