2000 NISSAN PATHFINDER key

IKeep the battery out of the reach of
children.JUMP STARTINGIf jump starting is necessary, see ªJump start-
ingº in the ª6. In case of emergencyº section. If
the engine does not start by jump starting, the
battery may have to be replaced. Contact your
NISSAN dealer.
Check the fluid level in each cell. It should be
between the MAX. and MIN. lines.
If it is necessary to add fluid, add only distilled
water to bring the level to the indicator in each
filler opening.Do not overfill.
1. Remove the cell plugs using a suitable tool.
2. Add distilled water up to the MAX. level.
3. Tighten cell plugs.
WARNING
Be sure the ignition key is in the OFF or
LOCK position. The engine could rotate
unexpectedly.
1. Visually inspect each belt for signs of un-
usual wear, cuts, fraying or looseness. If
the belt is in poor condition or loose, have it
replaced or adjusted by your NISSAN
dealer.
2. Have the belts checked regularly for condi-
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DRIVE BELTS
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CHECKING CLUTCH PEDALPress the pedal by hand and be sure the free
travel is within the above limit. If free travel is
out of the range shown above, see your
NISSAN dealer.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
CAUTION
Never 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. 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.
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CLUTCH PEDAL FUSES
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PASSENGER COMPARTMENTIf 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.
MULTI-REMOTE CONTROLLER
BATTERY REPLACEMENTReplace the battery as follows:
1. Open the lid using a suitable tool.
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Power steering fluid................................... 8-12
Window washer fluid ................................. 8-13
Fog light switch ............................................... 2-20
Four wheel drive (4WD).................................. 5-20
Front fog light switch ...................................... 2-20
Front manual seat adjustment .......................... 1-2
Fuel
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ................................................... 10-2
Filler cap .................................................... 3-12
Filler lid ...................................................... 3-12
Filler lid and cap ........................................ 3-12
Filler lid opener lever................................. 3-12
Fuel economy ............................................ 5-20
Fuel octane rating ..................................... 10-4
Fuel recommendation................................ 10-4
Gauge .......................................................... 2-5
Fuses .............................................................. 8-21
Fusible links .................................................... 8-21
G
Garage door opener, Integrated HomeLink
Universal Transceiver ..................................... 2-36
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 ....................................... 9-2Glass hatch and outside mirror defogger
switch .............................................................. 2-17
Glass hatch lock ............................................. 3-11
Glass hatch opener ........................................ 3-11
Glasses case .................................................. 2-24
Glove box........................................................ 2-26
Glove box lock ................................................ 2-26
H
Hazard warning flasher switch........................ 2-21
Head restraints ................................................. 1-9
Headlamps, (Bulb replacement) ..................... 8-25
Headlights
(Bulb replacement) .................................... 8-25
Headlight switch ........................................ 2-17
Heated seats................................................... 2-22
Heater
Engine coolant heater ............................... 5-29
Heater and air conditioner (automatic) (if so
equipped)..................................................... 4-9
Heater and air conditioner controls ............. 4-3
Heater operation.......................................... 4-3
HomeLink
Universal Transceiver .................. 2-36
Hood, release ................................................... 3-9
Hook, Luggage hook ...................................... 2-28
Horn ................................................................ 2-21
How to stop alarm, Theft warning .................. 2-15
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Ignition switch ................................................... 5-6Automatic transmission models .................. 5-6
Key positions ....................................................
Manual transmission models....................... 5-7
Immobilizer system ......................................... 2-15
Indicator lights and chimes (See warning/
indicator lights and chimes) ............................ 2-12
Inside mirror .................................................... 3-14
Inspection/maintenance (I/M) test................. 10-19
Instrument panel ............................................... 2-2
Integrated HomeLink
Universal
Transceiver ..................................................... 2-36
Interior lights ................................................... 2-34
J
Jump starting .................................................... 6-9
K
Keyless entry, (See multi-remote control
system) ............................................................. 3-5
Keys .................................................................. 3-2
L
Label, 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
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Driving safety............................................... 5-4
Maintenance precautions ..................... 8-2, 9-2
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
Push starting ................................................... 6-11
R
Rack, Luggage rack ........................................ 2-31
Radio, CB radio or car phone......................... 4-26
Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M) test
(USA only) .................................................... 10-19
Rear door .......................................................... 3-9
Rear door lock .................................................. 3-9
Child safety rear door lock .......................... 3-4
Rear door opener ............................................. 3-9
Rear power point ............................................ 2-23
Rear seat adjustment ....................................... 1-6
Rear window wiper and washer switch .......... 2-16
Registering your vehicle in another
country .......................................................... 10-11
Remote keyless entry, (See multi-remote control
system) ............................................................. 3-5
Reporting safety defects (USA only) ............ 10-19
Rollover ............................................................. 5-4S
Safety
Child seat belts.......................................... 1-24
Reporting safety defects (USA only)....... 10-19
Towing safety .......................................... 10-17
Seat
Belt extenders ........................................... 1-30
Belt hook ................................................... 1-28
Belt maintenance....................................... 1-31
Belt warning light ....................................... 1-22
Belt warning light and chime ..................... 2-11
Seat adjustment
Front manual seat adjustment .................... 1-2
Rear seat adjustment .................................. 1-6
Seat belt(s)
Child safety................................................ 1-24
Infants and small children ......................... 1-24
Injured persons.......................................... 1-25
Larger children .......................................... 1-25
Pre-tensioner seat belt system ................. 1-19
Precautions on seat belt usage ................ 1-23
Pregnant women ....................................... 1-25
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)...................................................... 1-29
Seat(s), Seats ................................................... 1-2
Seats, Heated seats ....................................... 2-22
Security system (Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer
System), Engine start ..................................... 2-15
Security systems (See theft warning) ............. 2-14
Servicing air conditioner................... 4-3, 4-9, 4-11Shift lock release ............................................ 5-13
Shifting
Automatic transmission ............................. 5-10
Manual transmission ................................. 5-14
Shoulder belt height adjustment, For front
seats ............................................................... 1-28
Side air bag system (See supplemental side air
bag system) .................................................... 1-18
Spare tire carrier ............................................. 3-10
Spark plugs ..................................................... 8-16
Speedometer .................................................... 2-3
Spot lights ....................................................... 2-34
Starting
Before starting the engine ........................... 5-9
Jump starting ............................................... 6-9
Precautions when starting and driving ........ 5-2
Push starting ............................................. 6-11
Starting the engine ...................................... 5-9
Steering
Power steering fluid................................... 8-12
Power steering system .............................. 5-25
Tilting steering wheel ................................ 3-13
Storage ........................................................... 2-24
Sun shade....................................................... 2-34
Sun visors ....................................................... 3-14
Sunroof, Automatic sunroof ............................ 2-33
Supplemental front air bag system ................. 1-16
Supplemental air bag warning labels ............. 1-20
Supplemental air bag warning light ....... 1-21, 2-11
Supplemental restraint system ....................... 1-10
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system ....................................................... 1-10
Supplemental side air bag system ................. 1-18
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