2000 NISSAN PATHFINDER jump start

6 In case of emergencyFlat tire ...................................................................... 6-2
Changing a flat tire .................................................... 6-2
Jump starting............................................................. 6-9
Push starting ........................................................... 6-11If your vehicle overheats ......................................... 6-11
Towing your vehicle ................................................ 6-12
Towing recommended by Nissan............................ 6-13
Vehicle recovery (Freeing a stuck vehicle) ............. 6-15
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CAUTION
Do not insert the jack rod straight as it isdesigned to be inserted at an angle as
shown.If you try to start your engine with a booster
battery, follow the instructions and precautions
below:
WARNING
IIf done incorrectly, jump starting can
lead to a battery explosion, resulting
in severe injury or death. It could also
damage your vehicle.
IExplosive hydrogen gas is always
present in the vicinity of the battery.
Keep all sparks and flames away from
it.
IDo not allow battery fluid to come
into contact with eyes, skin, cloth or
painted surfaces. Battery fluid is a
corrosive sulphuric acid solution
which can cause severe burns. If the
fluid should come into contact with
anything, immediately flush the con-
tacted area with water.
IKeep battery out of the reach of chil-
dren.
IThe booster battery must be rated at
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12 volts. Use of an improperly rated
battery can damage your vehicle.
IWhenever working on or near a bat-
tery, always wear suitable eye protec-
tors (for example, goggles or indus-
trial safety spectacles) and remove
rings, metal bands, or any other metal
jewelry. Do not lean over battery
when jump starting.
IDo not attempt to jump start a frozen
battery. It could explode and cause
serious injury.
IYour vehicle has an automatic engine
cooling fan. It could come on at any
time. Keep hands and other objects
away from it.
WARNING
Always follow the instructions below.
Failure to do so could result in damage
to the charging system and cause per-
sonal injury.
1. Position the two vehicles to bring their
batteries into close proximity to each other
if the booster battery is in another vehicle.
Do not allow the two vehicles to touch.
2. Apply parking brakes. Move the shift leverto Neutral position (On automatic transmis-
sion models, move the selector lever to P
(Park)). Switch off all unnecessary electri-
cal systems (light, heater, air conditioner,
etc.).
3. Remove vent caps on the battery (if so
equipped). Cover the battery with an old
cloth to reduce explosion hazard.
4. Connect jumper cables in the sequence as
illustrated.
CAUTION
IAlways connect positive (+) to posi-
tive (+) and negative (þ) to body
ground, (for example, strut mounting
bolt, engine lift bracket, etc. Ð not to
the battery).
IMake sure that cables do not touch
moving parts in the engine compart-
ment and that clamps do not contact
any other metal.
5. Start the engine of the other vehicle and let
it run for a few minutes.
6. Keep the engine speed of the other vehicle
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8 Do-it-yourselfMaintenance precautions .......................................... 8-2
Engine compartment check locations ....................... 8-4
Engine cooling system .............................................. 8-5
Checking engine coolant level .................................. 8-5
Changing engine coolant .......................................... 8-6
Engine oil .................................................................. 8-7
Checking engine oil level .......................................... 8-7
Changing engine oil .................................................. 8-8
Changing engine oil filter .......................................... 8-9
Automatic transmission fluid ................................... 8-10
Temperature conditions for checking ...................... 8-10
Power steering fluid ................................................ 8-12
Brake and clutch fluid ............................................. 8-12
Brake fluid ............................................................... 8-12
Clutch fluid .............................................................. 8-13
Window washer fluid ............................................... 8-13
Window washer fluid reservoir ................................ 8-13
Battery ..................................................................... 8-14
Jump starting........................................................... 8-15
Drive belts ............................................................... 8-15
Spark plugs ............................................................. 8-16
Replacing spark plugs ............................................. 8-16Air cleaner ............................................................... 8-17
Windshield wiper blades ......................................... 8-18
Cleaning .................................................................. 8-18
Replacement ........................................................... 8-18
Parking brake and brake pedal ............................... 8-19
Checking parking brake .......................................... 8-19
Checking brake pedal ............................................. 8-19
Brake booster .......................................................... 8-20
Clutch pedal ............................................................ 8-21
Checking clutch pedal ............................................. 8-21
Fuses....................................................................... 8-21
Engine compartment ............................................... 8-21
Passenger compartment ......................................... 8-22
Multi-remote controller battery replacement ........... 8-22
Lights ....................................................................... 8-24
Headlights ............................................................... 8-25
Wheels and tires ..................................................... 8-28
Tire pressure ........................................................... 8-28
Types of tires .......................................................... 8-29
Tire chains............................................................... 8-30
Changing wheels and tires...................................... 8-30
Clutch housing drain ................................... 8-34
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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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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
I
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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